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This unique opportunity allows us to learn about the history of terrestrial planets and their cataclysmic collisions. Arizona State University leads the mission, with NASA's Jet Propulsion ...](https://www.andrewtool.com/andrew-tool-projects/psyche) [Aerospace](https://www.andrewtool.com/andrew-tool-projects/tag/Aerospace) [![](https://www.andrewtool.com/hubfs/coldarm.jpeg)](https://www.andrewtool.com/andrew-tool-projects/coldarm) ###### [Cold Operable Lunar Deployable Arm (COLDArm) Developed by NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory, the COLDArm robotic arm revolutionizes lunar lander capabilities. It effortlessly manipulates surroundings in extreme conditions, including bone-chilling lunar nights. Drawing inspiration from advanced smartphone technology, it performs various tasks ...](https://www.andrewtool.com/andrew-tool-projects/coldarm) [Aerospace](https://www.andrewtool.com/andrew-tool-projects/tag/Aerospace) [![](https://www.andrewtool.com/hubfs/jpss-2-rendering-card.png.webp)](https://www.andrewtool.com/andrew-tool-projects/jpss) ###### [Joint Polar Satellite System (JPSS) The JPSS is a cutting-edge fleet of polar-orbiting satellites that provides a complete global perspective twice daily. Its invaluable data enhances forecast accuracy and extends the satellite data record for studying long-term climate trends. The JPSS plays an integral role in supporting NOAA's ...](https://www.andrewtool.com/andrew-tool-projects/jpss) [Aerospace](https://www.andrewtool.com/andrew-tool-projects/tag/Aerospace) [![](https://www.andrewtool.com/hubfs/img1-carnegie-airborne-observatory-3d-chemical-map-br2.jpg)](https://www.andrewtool.com/andrew-tool-projects/ngis) ###### [Next Generation Imaging Spectrometer (NGIS) NGIS is an innovative system that utilizes a push broom technique to capture stunningly accurate imaging spectrometry across the solar-reflected wavelength range of 380 to 2500 nm. What sets it apart is the utilization of a single Offner spectrometer design in multiple airborne instruments, ...](https://www.andrewtool.com/andrew-tool-projects/ngis) [Aerospace](https://www.andrewtool.com/andrew-tool-projects/tag/Aerospace) [![](https://www.andrewtool.com/hubfs/gracefo.jpeg)](https://www.andrewtool.com/andrew-tool-projects/grace-fo) ###### [Gravity Recovery and Climate Experiment Follow-On (GRACE-FO) Andrew Tool helped create the GRACE-FO, otherwise known as the Gravity Recovery and Climate Experiment Follow-on. GRACE-FO is an innovative mission that uses advanced technology to observe alterations in Earth's gravity field. By doing so, it enables us to monitor the dynamic movements of water and ...](https://www.andrewtool.com/andrew-tool-projects/grace-fo) [Aerospace](https://www.andrewtool.com/andrew-tool-projects/tag/Aerospace) [![](https://www.andrewtool.com/hubfs/insight.jpeg)](https://www.andrewtool.com/andrew-tool-projects/insight) ###### [Interior Exploration using Seismic Investigations (InSight) InSight, which stands for Interior Exploration using Seismic Investigations, Geodesy and Heat Transport, embarked on an extraordinary mission as a Mars lander. It conducted a comprehensive examination of the Red Planet, providing invaluable insights into its formation 4.5 billion years ago. This ...](https://www.andrewtool.com/andrew-tool-projects/insight) [Aerospace](https://www.andrewtool.com/andrew-tool-projects/tag/Aerospace) [![](https://www.andrewtool.com/hubfs/comet.jpeg)](https://www.andrewtool.com/andrew-tool-projects/comet-surface-sample-return-cssr-mission) ###### [Comet Surface Sample Return (CSSR) Mission Information on the Comet Surface Sample Return (CSSR) mission here.](https://www.andrewtool.com/andrew-tool-projects/comet-surface-sample-return-cssr-mission) [Aerospace](https://www.andrewtool.com/andrew-tool-projects/tag/Aerospace) [![](https://www.andrewtool.com/hubfs/PIA17897~medium.jpg)](https://www.andrewtool.com/andrew-tool-projects/iss-rapidscat) ###### [ISS-RapidScat The ISS-RapidScat device served as a rapid and cost-efficient substitute for NASA's QuikScat Earth satellite. Its primary function was to monitor ocean winds and provide crucial data utilized in weather forecasts, particularly for the monitoring of hurricanes.](https://www.andrewtool.com/andrew-tool-projects/iss-rapidscat) [Aerospace](https://www.andrewtool.com/andrew-tool-projects/tag/Aerospace) [![](https://www.andrewtool.com/hubfs/CAL.jpg)](https://www.andrewtool.com/andrew-tool-projects/cal) ###### [Cold Atom Laboratory (CAL) The Cold Atom Laboratory, a cutting-edge facility on board the International Space Station, harnesses the unique microgravity environment to delve into the fascinating world of quantum phenomena. This ground-breaking research is impossible to conduct on Earth, making the Cold Atom Laboratory a ...](https://www.andrewtool.com/andrew-tool-projects/cal) [Aerospace](https://www.andrewtool.com/andrew-tool-projects/tag/Aerospace) [![](https://www.andrewtool.com/hubfs/DSAC.webp)](https://www.andrewtool.com/andrew-tool-projects/deep-space-atomic-clock-dsac) ###### [Deep Space Atomic Clock (DSAC) The Deep Space Atomic Clock (DSAC) is an exceptional marvel of technology created by NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL). This remarkable atomic clock serves a crucial role in deep space navigation and exploration missions by providing impeccably precise timekeeping. Unlike traditional clocks ...](https://www.andrewtool.com/andrew-tool-projects/deep-space-atomic-clock-dsac) [Aerospace](https://www.andrewtool.com/andrew-tool-projects/tag/Aerospace) [![](https://www.andrewtool.com/hubfs/illuma-t.jpeg)](https://www.andrewtool.com/andrew-tool-projects/illuma-t) ###### [Integrated LCRD Low-Earth Orbit User Modem & Amplifier Terminal (ILLUMA-T) Scheduled for launch in 2023, NASA's Integrated LCRD ILLUMA-T aims to revolutionize data capabilities for astronauts and experiments on the International Space Station. This advanced terminal, strategically placed on the station's JEM-EF, utilizes optical communications to seamlessly transmit ...](https://www.andrewtool.com/andrew-tool-projects/illuma-t) [Aerospace](https://www.andrewtool.com/andrew-tool-projects/tag/Aerospace) [![](https://www.andrewtool.com/hubfs/webb%20telescope.jpeg)](https://www.andrewtool.com/andrew-tool-projects/webb) ###### [James Webb Space Telescope Andrew Tool created resources that are part of the awe-inspiring James Webb Space Telescope, also known as Webb or JWST, is a remarkable space-based observatory that has been meticulously designed to harness the power of infrared wavelengths. This cutting-edge technology not only complements the ...](https://www.andrewtool.com/andrew-tool-projects/webb) [Aerospace](https://www.andrewtool.com/andrew-tool-projects/tag/Aerospace) [![](https://www.andrewtool.com/hubfs/content_spudis_1100x1100_f.png)](https://www.andrewtool.com/andrew-tool-projects/shadowcam) ###### [ShadowCam ShadowCam, an instrument generously funded by NASA, is proudly hosted onboard the esteemed Korea Aerospace Research Institute (KARI) Korea Pathfinder Lunar Orbiter (KPLO) satellite. Its incredible ability to capture high-resolution images of the Moon's enigmatic permanently shadowed regions (PSRs) ...](https://www.andrewtool.com/andrew-tool-projects/shadowcam) [Aerospace](https://www.andrewtool.com/andrew-tool-projects/tag/Aerospace) [![](https://www.andrewtool.com/hubfs/HERMES.jpeg)](https://www.andrewtool.com/andrew-tool-projects/hermes) ###### [Heliophysics Environmental and Radiation Measurement Experiment Suite (HERMES) HERMES, a cutting-edge package of space weather instruments, is set to be installed on the Gateway, an awe-inspiring orbital outpost that will play a vital role in facilitating the ambitious Artemis lunar operations.](https://www.andrewtool.com/andrew-tool-projects/hermes) [Aerospace](https://www.andrewtool.com/andrew-tool-projects/tag/Aerospace) [![](https://www.andrewtool.com/hubfs/NISAR_over_Earth_300dpi_v3_nc.jpg)](https://www.andrewtool.com/andrew-tool-projects/nisar) ###### [NASA-ISRO Synthetic Aperature Radar (NISAR) The NASA-ISRO SAR (NISAR) Mission will measure Earth’s changing ecosystems, dynamic surfaces, and ice masses providing information about biomass, natural hazards, sea level rise, and groundwater, and will support a host of other applications.](https://www.andrewtool.com/andrew-tool-projects/nisar) [Aerospace](https://www.andrewtool.com/andrew-tool-projects/tag/Aerospace) [![](https://www.andrewtool.com/hubfs/ecostress.png)](https://www.andrewtool.com/andrew-tool-projects/ecostress) ###### [ECOSTRESS ECOSTRESS, a NASA mission mounted on the International Space Station (ISS), monitors plant temperature to understand water stress and plant response. By measuring plant heat, ECOSTRESS enhances our understanding of vegetation and ecosystems, aiding in agricultural monitoring, water resource ...](https://www.andrewtool.com/andrew-tool-projects/ecostress) [Aerospace](https://www.andrewtool.com/andrew-tool-projects/tag/Aerospace) [![](https://www.andrewtool.com/hubfs/RRM-3.webp)](https://www.andrewtool.com/andrew-tool-projects/rrm-3) ###### [Robotic Refueling Mission 3 (RRM-3) Spacecraft rely on essential resources like propellant and coolant to carry out vital functions such as maneuvering and maintaining critical equipment. However, these consumables have a limited lifespan and eventually deplete. The current absence of technology to replenish these vital supplies in ...](https://www.andrewtool.com/andrew-tool-projects/rrm-3) [Aerospace](https://www.andrewtool.com/andrew-tool-projects/tag/Aerospace) [![](https://www.andrewtool.com/hubfs/Finesse.jpeg)](https://www.andrewtool.com/andrew-tool-projects/fast-infrared-exoplanet-spectroscopy-survey-explorer-finesse) ###### [Fast Infrared Exoplanet Spectroscopy Survey Explorer (FINESSE) The groundbreaking mission of FINESSE is solely focused on unraveling the mysteries of the multitude of newly discovered worlds through spectral characterization. By conducting a meticulous spectroscopic survey of 500 exoplanets beyond our Solar System, ranging from terrestrial planets with ...](https://www.andrewtool.com/andrew-tool-projects/fast-infrared-exoplanet-spectroscopy-survey-explorer-finesse) [Aerospace](https://www.andrewtool.com/andrew-tool-projects/tag/Aerospace) [![](https://www.andrewtool.com/hubfs/osam-captured-arms-extended242-hires-1.webp)](https://www.andrewtool.com/andrew-tool-projects/on-orbit-servicing-assembly-and-manufacturing-1-osam-1) ###### [On-orbit Servicing, Assembly, and Manufacturing 1 (OSAM-1) Drawing from NASA's extensive experience in enhancing and upkeeping space assets, the pioneering OSAM-1 mission is forging ahead to create an unparalleled capacity for a resilient and budget-friendly space infrastructure.](https://www.andrewtool.com/andrew-tool-projects/on-orbit-servicing-assembly-and-manufacturing-1-osam-1) [Aerospace](https://www.andrewtool.com/andrew-tool-projects/tag/Aerospace) [![](https://www.andrewtool.com/hubfs/SWOT.jpeg)](https://www.andrewtool.com/andrew-tool-projects/surface-water-and-ocean-topography-swot) ###### [Surface Water and Ocean Topography (SWOT) The groundbreaking Surface Water and Ocean Topography (SWOT) satellite is poised to revolutionize our understanding of Earth's water bodies. With its advanced technology, SWOT will conduct the first-ever global survey, providing detailed measurements of how these water bodies change over time. ...](https://www.andrewtool.com/andrew-tool-projects/surface-water-and-ocean-topography-swot) [Aerospace](https://www.andrewtool.com/andrew-tool-projects/tag/Aerospace) [![](https://www.andrewtool.com/hubfs/MAIA.jpeg)](https://www.andrewtool.com/andrew-tool-projects/multi-angle-imager-for-aerosols-maia) ###### [Multi-Angle Imager for Aerosols (MAIA) Situated aboard a cutting-edge spacecraft provided by the Italian Space Agency (ASI), the MAIA Observatory is a state-of-the-art NASA instrument. Its invaluable data will be utilized in health studies, focusing specifically on analyzing the diverse health impacts of particulate air pollution.](https://www.andrewtool.com/andrew-tool-projects/multi-angle-imager-for-aerosols-maia) [Aerospace](https://www.andrewtool.com/andrew-tool-projects/tag/Aerospace) [1](https://www.andrewtool.com/andrew-tool-projects) [2](https://www.andrewtool.com/andrew-tool-projects/page/2) [Next](https://www.andrewtool.com/andrew-tool-projects/page/2) ![andrewToolLogo](https://www.andrewtool.com/hs-fs/hubfs/andrewToolLogo.png?width=142&height=62&name=andrewToolLogo.png) 15300 28th Ave N. 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