NASA Tech Briefs’ Software Web page spotlights new programs engineers can use in analyzing, modeling, designing, prototyping, and testing products. Types of software covered include CAD, CAE, EDA, CAM, mathematical, and multiphysics. Many of the Tech Briefs below are correlated to Technical Support Package (TSP) or White Paper that can be downloaded free of charge.

Oxidation Behavior of Carbon Fiber-Reinforced Composites
GIDEP Batching Tool
Generic Spacecraft Model for Real-Time Simulation
Parallel-Processing Software for Creating Mosaic Images
Software for Verifying Image-Correlation Tie Points
Flexcam Image Capture Viewing and Spot Tracking
Algorithm-Based Fault Tolerance for Numerical Subroutines
Computational Support for Technology- Investment Decisions
DSN Resource Scheduling
Distributed Operations Planning
Interface for Physics Simulation Engines
Parallel-Processing Software for Correlating Stereo Images
Designing Rolling-Element Bearings
Assessing the Friction Stir Welding Process With Mathematical Modeling
Solving Fluid-Structure-Acoustic Interactions With Multiphysics Modeling
Solving Equations of Multibody Dynamics
Analysis of Complex Valve and Feed Systems
Programs for Testing an SSME-Monitoring System
Displaying and Analyzing Antenna Radiation Patterns
Payload Operations Support Team Tools
Analyzing Radio-Frequency Coverage for the ISS
Soft Real-Time PID Control on a VME Computer
Space-Shuttle Emulator Software
Robust, Flexible Motion Control for the Mars Explorer Rovers
Improved Path Planning Onboard the Mars Exploration Rovers
Inertial Measurements for Aero-assisted Navigation (IMAN)
Solar Sail Spaceflight Simulation
Deep Space Network Antenna Logic Controller
Modeling Magnetic Properties in EZTB
Modeling Carbon and Hydrocarbon Molecular Structures in EZTB
BigView Image Viewing on Tiled Displays
Rapid Analysis of Mass Distribution of Radiation Shielding
Software Compensates Electronic-Nose Readings for Humidity
Imaging Sensor Flight and Test Equipment Software
Space Propulsion Design and Analysis
Processing AIRS Scientific Data Through Level 2
PREDICTS
Analyzing Responses of Chemical Sensor Arrays
Triaxial Probe Magnetic Data Analysis
Parallelization of the Coupled Earthquake Model
Modeling of Radiative Transfer in Protostellar Disks
KML Super Overlay to WMS Translator
High-Performance Tiled WMS and KML Web Server
Displaying Properties of PDFs
Flyby Geometry Optimization Tool
WMAP C&DH Software
Automated Diagnosis and Control of Complex Systems
Modular Filter and Source-Management Upgrade of RADAC
CASPER Version 2.0
ISPATOM: A Generic Real-Time Data Processing Tool Without Programming
Program Management Tool
Generating Scenarios When Data Are Missing
Automatic Command Sequence Generation
Mission Simulation Toolkit
Model Checker for Java Programs
Parallel-Processing Software for Correlating Stereo Images
Web-Based Environment for Maintaining Legacy Software
Mapped Landmark Algorithm for Precision Landing
Grid Task Execution
Knowledge Base Editor (SharpKBE)
Simulating Operations at a Spaceport
Web-Based Real-Time Emergency Monitoring
Parallel Computing With Satellite Orbit Analysis Program
Periodic, On-Demand, and User-Specified Information Reconciliation
Information Metacatalog for a Grid
Automated Sequence Generation Process and Software
Master Metadata Repository and Metadata-Management System
Real-Time Data Display
Collaborative Resource Allocation
Program Merges SAR Data on Terrain and Vegetation Heights
General-Purpose Front End for Real-Time Data Processing
Resource Selection and Ranking
Accident/Mishap Investigation System
Better Finite-Element Analysis of Composite Shell Structures
Computing Spacecraft-Pointing Vectors for Limb Tracking
Enhanced Master Controller Unit Tester
Rover Graphical Simulator
Program Analyzes Spacecraft/Ground Radio Links
World Wind 3D Earth Viewing
JavaGenes Molecular Evolution
AIRSAR Web-Based Data Processing
Translator for Optimizing Fluid-Handling Components
Pattern Matcher for Trees Constructed From Lists
Reducing a Knowledge-Base Search Space When Data Are Missing
State-Chart Autocoder
Pointing History Engine for the Spitzer Space Telescope
Ground-Based Correction of Remote-Sensing Spectral Imagery
Automated Design of Restraint Layer of an Inflatable Vessel
TMS for Instantiating a Knowledge Base With Incomplete Data
Simulating Flights of Future Launch Vehicles and Spacecraft
Control Code for Bearingless Switched-Reluctance Motor
Machine Aided Indexing and the NASA Thesaurus
Arbitrating Control of Control and Display Units
Web-Based Software for Managing Research
Driver Code for Adaptive Optics
Computational Workbench for Multibody Dynamics
The PICWidget
Fusing Symbolic and Numerical Diagnostic Computations
Probabilistic Reasoning for Robustness in Automated Planning
Short-Term Forecasting of Radiation Belt and Ring Current
JMS Proxy and C/C++ Client SDK
XML Flight/Ground Data Dictionary Management
Cross-Compiler for Modeling Space-Flight Systems
User Interactive Software for Analysis of Human Physiological Data
Representation of Serendipitous Scientific Data
Dynamically Alterable Arrays of Polymorphic Data Types
Identifying Trends in Deep Space Network Monitor Data
Predicting Lifetime of a Thermomechanically Loaded Component
Partial Automation of Requirements Tracing
Automated Synthesis of Architectures of Avionic Systems
SSRL Emergency Response Shore Tool
PixelLearn
New Software for Predicting Charging of Spacecraft
Conversion Between Osculating and Mean Orbital Elements
Generating a 2D Representation of a Complex Data Structure
Control Software for Advanced Video Guidance Sensor
Earth Observing System Data Gateway
Mercury Shopping Cart
Cassini Archive Tracking System
Scheduling With Automatic Resolution of Conflicts
Computing for Aiming a Spaceborne Bistatic-Radar Transmitter
Symbolic Constraint Maintenance Grid
Implementing Access to Data Distributed on Many Processors
2D/3D Visual Tracker for Rover Mast
Measurement and Controls Data Acquisition System
Adding Hierarchical Objects to Relational Database General-Purpose XML-Based Information Managements
Coordinating an Autonomous Earth- Observing Sensorweb
Using Dissimilarity Metrics to Identify Interesting Designs
X-Windows PVT Widget Class
Shuttle Data Center File- Processing Tool in Java
Statistical Evaluation of Utilization of the ISS
Software for Collaborative Use of Large Interactive Displays
Modified Recursive Hierarchical Segmentation of Data
Integrated Modeling Environment
Framework for Flexible Security in Group Communications
Stress Testing of Data-Communication Networks
Sizing Structures and Predicting Weight of a Spacecraft
Task Description Language
Close-Call Action Log Form
Tool for Ranking Research Options
Architecture for Verifiable Software
Java Radar Analysis Tool
Control Software for a High-Performance Telerobot
Tool for Sizing Analysis of the Advanced Life Support System
Self-Organizing-Map Program for Analyzing Multivariate Data
Solving Nonlinear Euler Equations With Arbitrary Accuracy
Automated Synthesis of Long Communication Delays for Testing
Tool for Viewing Faults Under Terrain
Fitting Nonlinear Curves by Use of Optimization Techniques
Conservative Patch Algorithm and Mesh Sequencing for PAB3D
Astronomer's Proposal Tool
Chimera Grid Tools
Program Predicts Time Courses of Human/Computer Interactions
Tool for Ranking Research Options
Best-Fit Conic Approximation of Spacecraft Trajectory
Distributing Data From Desktop to Hand-Held Computers
SQL-RAMS
Control Program for an Optical-Calibration Robot
GUI for Computational Simulation of a Propellant Mixer
Computing Thermal Effects of Cavitation in Cryogenic Liquids
Full Multigrid Flow Solver
Doclet To Synthesize UML
Virtual Machine Language
Two-Dimensional Ffowcs Williams/Hawkings Equation Solver
AutoChem
Data-Acquisition Software for PSP/TSP Wind-Tunnel Cameras
Grid Visualization Tool
Updated Chemical Kinetics and Sensitivity Analysis Code
Avionics System Architecture Tool
Predicting Flutter and Forced Response in Turbomachinery
Updated Chemical Kinetics and Sensitivity Analysis Code
Generic Kalman Filter Software
ANTLR Tree Grammar Generator and Extensions
Custom Sky-Image Mosaics From NASA's Information Power Grid
Computing Gravitational Fields of Finite-Sized Bodies
International Space Station Electric Power System Performance Code - SPACE
Software for Optimizing Plans Involving Interdependent Goals
Path Following With Slip Compensation for a Mars Rover
Software for Automation of Real-Time Agents, Version 2
LabVIEW Interface for PCI-SpaceWire Interface Card
Software for Engineering Simulations of a Spacecraft
Component-Based Visualization System
Comprehensive Micromechanics-Analysis Code — Version 4.0
Program for Weibull Analysis of Fatigue Data
Facilitating Navigation Through Large Archives
Portfolio Analysis Tool
Computing Q-D Relationships for Storage of Rocket Fuels
Contour Error Map Algorithm
Simulator of Space Communication Networks
Quadratic Programming for Allocating Control Effort
Range Process Simulation Tool
Selecting Data From a Star Catalog
Update on Rover Sequencing and Visualization Program
CSAM Metrology Software Tool
Spacecraft Antenna Clusters for High EIRP
Fuzzy/Neural Software Estimates Costs of Rocket-Engine Tests
Real-Time Principal-Component Analysis
NASA Records Database
Decision Support for Emergency Operations Centers
Code for Analyzing and Designing Spacecraft Power System Radiators
Electronic Router
Centralized Planning for Multiple Exploratory Robots
Software Would Largely Automate Design of Kalman Filter
Autonomous Navigation by a Mobile Robot
Support for User Interfaces for Distributed Systems
Software Template for Instruction in Mathematics
Rover Sequencing and Visualization Program
Simulating Vibrations in a Complex Loaded Structure
Simulating Descent and Landing of a Spacecraft
Generating Mosaics of Astronomical Images
FastScript3D a Companion to Java 3D
Automatic Focus Adjustment of a Microscope
Simulating a Direction-Finder Search for an ELT
Telephone-Directory Program
Processing GPS Occultation Data To Characterize Atmosphere
Fuzzy Logic Engine
Software for Secondary-School Learning About Robotics
Data-Driven Software Framework for Web-Based ISS Telescience
Generating Animated Displays of Spacecraft Orbits
Three-Dimensional Audio Client Library
Single-Command Approach and Instrument Placement by a Robot on a Target
APGEN Version 5.0
Training Software in Artificial-Intelligence Computing Techniques
Diagnosis and Prognosis of Weapon Systems
Predicting Noise From Aircraft Turbine-Engine Combustors
Space Physics Data Facility Web Services
Parallel Adaptive Mesh Refinement Library
Estimating Effects of Multipath Propagation on GPS Signals
Central-Monitor Software Module
Intersection-Controller Software Module
Traffic-Light-Preemption Vehicle-Transponder Software Module
Tools for Designing and Analyzing Structures
Interactive Display of Scenes With Annotations
Solving Common Mathematical Problems
Tools for Basic Statistical Analysis
Software for Automated Testing of Mission-Control Displays
WinPlot
Software for Autonomous Spacecraft Maneuvers
Software Assists in Responding to Anomalous Conditions
Program Analyzes Radar Altimeter Data
Format for Interchange and Display of 3D Terrain Data
Controlling Distributed Planning
Activity-Centric Approach to Distributed Programming
Initial Processing of Infrared Spectral Data
Verifying Diagnostic Software
Neuropsychological Testing of Astronauts
Software and Algorithms for Biomedical Image Data Processing and Visualization
Prioritizing Scientific Data for Transmission
Open-Source Software for Modeling of Nanoelectronic Devices
Software for Generating Strip Maps From SAR Data
Calibration Software for Use With Jurassicprok
Software Processes SAR Motion-Measurement Data
Software for Probabilistic Risk Reduction
Analyzing Dynamics of Cooperating Spacecraft
Spacecraft Attitude Maneuver Planning Using Genetic Algorithms
Forensic Analysis of Compromised Computers
Document Concurrence System
Managing an Archive of Images
MPT Prediction of Aircraft Engine Fan Noise
Windows®-Based Software Models Cyclic Oxidation Behavior
Software for Analyzing Sequences of Flow-Related Images
Simulation of Hyperspectral Images
PVM Wrapper
Algorithm for Controlling a Centrifugal Compressor
Software for Analyzing Laminar-to-Turbulent Flow Transitions
Readout of DSN Monitor Data
Viewing ISS Data in Real Time via the Internet
Software for Optimizing Quality Assurance of Other Software
The TechSat 21 Autonomous Sciencecraft Experiment
Simulation Testing of Embedded Flight Software
Updated System-Availibility and Resource-Allocation Program
Software for Fault-Tolerant Matrix Multiplication
Routines for Computing Pressure Drops in Venturis
Software for Checking Statecharts
Program Predicts Broadband Noise From a Turbofan Engine
Protocol for Delay-Tolerant Data-Communication Network
Software Implements a Space-Mission File-Transfer Protocol
Analyzing Aeroelasticity in Turbomachines
High-Speed Recording of Test Data on Hard Disks
Numerical Modeling of Nanoelectronic Devices
Software for Managing Parametric Studies
Software Aids Visualization of Computed Unsteady Flow
Software for Testing Electroactive Structural Components
Advanced Software for Analysis of High-Speed Rolling-Element Bearings
Web Program for Development of GUIs for Cluster Computers
XML-Based Generator of C++ Code for Integration With GUIs
Time Analyzer For Time Synchronization and Monitor of the Deep Space Network
Program for Computing Albedo
Integrated Software for Analyzing Designs of Launch Vehicles
Abstract-Reasoning Software for Coordinating Multiple Agents
Software Searches for Better Spacecraft-Navigation Models
Software for Partly Automated Recognition of Targets
Software for Improved Extraction of Data From Tape Storage
Software for Displaying High-Frequency Test Data
Software To Secure Distributed Propulsion Simulations
Next-Generation Car Engines Optimized to Improve Gas Mileage
Software for Viewing Landsat Mosaic Images
Updated Integrated Mission Program
Software for Sharing and Management of Information
Update on Integrated Optical Design Analyzer
Software for Preprocessing Data From Rocket-Engine Tests
Software for Tracking Costs of Mars Projects
Software Computes Tape-Casting Parameters
Software for Replicating Data Between X.500 and LDAP Directories
LabVIEW Serial Driver Software for an Electronic Load
The Technical Work Plan Tracking Tool
Software for a GPS-Reflection Remote-Sensing System
Software for Monitoring Performance of Other Software
Software for Multidisciplinary Analysis With Parallelization
ICAN/JAVA: Integrated Composite Analyzer Recoded in Java
Software for Onboard Autonomy of a Three-Spacecraft Mission
Software for Mobile Data-Communication Networks
Runge-Kutta Circular-Advection-Problem Solver
Software Optimizes Piping System for Sewage Treatment Plant
Software for Automated Ortho-Rectification of SAR Images