Here’s your chance to download over 800 free NASA software

NASA is offering its “computational innovations” that were developed to help explore space for free public use. The software catalogue has more than 800 programs. “The NASA software catalog features categories such as system testing, aeronautics, data and image processing, autonomous systems, and more. The software is also continuously updated in a searchable repository online,” said the agency in a statement to the media. NASA’s latest software catalogue has more than 180 new ones available for free download.
NASA will also host a webinar July 13, 2021, to give the public an opportunity to learn more about the download process and ask questions about available NASA software.
“From operations here on Earth to missions to the Moon and Mars, software is integral to all that NASA does. The good news is this technology is available to the public for free. The software suited for satellites, astronauts, engineers, and scientists as it is applied and adapted across industries and businesses is a testament to the extensive value NASA brings to the United States – and the world,” said NASA Administrator Bill Nelson.
NASA programs adapted and used by entrepreneurs, other government agencies, researchers, and others include:
TetrUSS: Aircraft emissions contribute significantly to humanity’s carbon footprint. Computational fluid dynamics programs developed at NASA allow engineers to design an aircraft’s shape to minimize drag, allowing for maximal fuel efficiency. Available in the United States, TetrUSS is one of NASA’s most downloaded applications of all time. The program has enabled users to improve designs for aircraft, automobiles, and boats, as well as gauge architectural aerodynamics and even assist in plane crash investigations.
WorldWind: This program visualizes NASA data using a video game-like virtual globe of Earth, allowing users to zoom from satellite altitude down to any point on the planet’s surface. This software helps decision-makers worldwide manage scarce resources. It supports the Coast Guard by generating a map from live feeds of satellite and maritime data. And it helps researchers understand climate impacts on freshwater resources.
Dozens of other environmental science software programs are also ready for download. There’s a tool to calculate a solar power system’s size and power requirements using fuel cells, solar cells, and batteries. Code to analyze solar aircraft concepts by evaluating flight worthiness and providing design feedback. And also, Computational fluid dynamics software that can improve the efficiency of wind turbines for power generation.