Mechanical & Aerospace Engineering

Biography

James Free serves as the director at the National Aeronautics and Space Administrations John H. Glenn Research Center in Cleveland, Ohio. In this position, which he assumed on January 4, 2013, he is responsible for planning, organizing and directing the activities required in accomplishing the missions assigned to the center. Glenn is engaged in research, technology and systems development programs in space propulsion, space power, space communications, aeronautical propulsion, microgravity sciences and materials. Prior to accepting the directors position, Free served as Glenns deputy director since November 2010.

Abstract

Abstract : Advanced technology historical development and technology advancements in electric aircraft and spacecraft propulsion