Project Showcase
NASA
From space life support systems to a compact scroll compressor onboard the Perseverance rover for in-situ resource utilization, Air Squared has helped NASA leverage oil-free scroll technology to support even the most demanding applications.
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Developing a Space Refrigerator for NASA and Qualification Testing in Microgravity
Air Squared has partnered with Purdue University and Whirlpool to develop and flight qualify a space refrigerator for NASA. July
2021
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We’re Making a Space Refrigerator for NASA
Air Squared has partnered with Purdue University and Whirlpool to develop a zero-gravity vapor-compression refrigerator for space-bound food storage. May
2021
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NASA Funds Parabolic Flight to Qualify Space Refrigerator
Air Squared will test a vapor-compression refrigeration system onboard a Zero Gravity Corporation parabolic flight to simulate operation in space. July
2020
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Scroll Technology Headed to Mars On Board Perseverance Rover
The Mars 2020 Perseverance rover features a compact scroll compressor developed by Air Squared for JPL. July
2020
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Spacesuit Spinning Scroll Boost Compressor Development Continues
Air Squared secures Phase II funding from NASA to fabricate and test a novel spinning scroll boost compressor (SSBC) for next-generation spacesuits. June
2020
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Scroll Vacuum Pump for the International Space Station
The V06H014A-BLDC-SH-LC semi-hermetic, liquid-cooled, scroll vacuum pump is designed to support environmental control and life support systems on board the International Space Station. April
2020
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Oil-Free Scroll Compressor for Space Refrigerator
The P09H014A-BLDC-SH-LC is an oil-free, semi-hermetic, liquid-cooled refrigeration compressor designed to support long-term food storage in space. November
2019
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Spinning Scroll Compressor Funding Awarded to Support NASA Spacesuit Development
SBIR funding through NASA will support the development of a spinning scroll compressor for CO2 and H2O removal in next-generation spacesuits. June
2019
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CryoScroll™ Fuel Pump Awarded Phase II Funding by NASA
The National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) has continued funding Air Squared through 2020 to develop an innovative CryoScroll™ Cryogenic Spinning Scroll Pump (CSSP). July
2018
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NASA Award Funds Development of Martian Atmosphere Scroll Compressor
To investigate using mechanical CO2 in the Mars environment, Air Squared will use Phase II SBIR funding to develop a Martian Atmosphere Scroll Compressor (MASC). May
2018
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Development of Zero-Gravity Refrigeration System Continues
Air Squared has been awarded Phase II Small Business Innovative Research (SBIR) funding from NASA to continue development of a Zero-Gravity Vapor-Compression Refrigerator (ZVCR) for space-bound food storage. May
2018
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Semi-Hermetic Scroll Compressor for CO2 Collection
The semi-hermetic P19H038A-BLDC-SH scroll compressor has no dynamic seals and is suitable for operation with CO2 and other gases. March
2018
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Two-Stage Scroll Compressor for Vapor Compression Refrigeration
The semi-hermetic and two-stage P07T013A-BLDC-C-SH provides oil-free compression for organic vapor refrigeration and organic solvent extraction applications. January
2018
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Development of CryoScroll™ Technology Continues With Funding Through NASA Award
Air Squared will develop an innovative and versatile cryogenic spinning scroll pump (CSSP) for in-space propulsion that is capable of pumping two-phase methane or oxygen over a wide range of speeds (1,000-8,000 RPM) and differential pressures, while maintaining high reliability and a compact footprint. June
2017
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NASA Funds Multi-Stage Scroll Compressor Technology
Air Squared awarded SBIR Phase I funding to develop two scroll solutions that will support ISRU processes by collecting, separating, pressurizing, or processing gasses from the Mars atmosphere. May
2017
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Space-Bound Refrigeration System Development Funded by NASA
Air Squared has been awarded a NASA Phase I SBIR to develop a cold storage foodstuff refrigeration system for space travel. March
2017
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Two-Stage Semi-Hermetic Compressor for Aerospace
The two-stage semi-hermetic P11T025B-BLDC-SH compressor combines high-performance, efficiency, and reliability, in a compact and lightweight design. July
2016
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Semi-Hermetic Scroll Compressor for Mars 2020 Mission
The semi-hermetic P11H024A-BLDC-SH compressor combines high-performance, efficiency, and reliability, in a compact and lightweight design. June
2016
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Air Squared Awarded Contract to Develop Scroll Compressor in NASA MOXIE Demonstration Unit for Mars 2020 Mission
Air Squared has been awarded a contract from the Jet Propulsion Laboratory to design and develop a CO2 scroll compressor that will be used in the MOXIE technology demonstration experiment for the Mars 2020 mission. February
2016
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World’s First Small-Scale Positive Displacement Cryogenic Pump
With Phase I SBIR funding through NASA, Air Squared has designed, fabricated, and tested a scroll pump for use with cryogenic liquids. April
2014
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Small-Scale Scroll Cryogenic Pump
Compact, reliable, light-weight, and electrically-driven scroll, capable of pumping volatile liquids at extremely low temperatures. November
2013
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Scroll Vacuum Pumps Aboard NASA Global Hawk
Air Squared’s oil-free scroll vacuum pumps successfully used on NASA Global Hawk unmanned mission. April
2013
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NASA Outreach Program Assists Air Squared
New compressor design heads to production thanks to assistance from NASA outreach program. March
2012
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