Document Type
Poster
Journal/Book Title/Conference
College of Engineering Senior Design Projects
Publisher
Utah State University
Location
Logan, UT
Publication Date
2020
Abstract
Although life on Mars has yet to be proven, the concept of extraterrestrial life detection is an extremely prominent question within the astrobiology and aerospace industry. In support of this search, this project utilizes a multi-step system prototype that sonicates regolith samples which is then filtered and fed in a downstream process for further analysis. This senior design project is focused on the development of a proof of concept prototype of the sonication cell, with the attention centered on sample extraction, drillbit interface, and its ability to seal.
Recommended Citation
McFarland, Bailey; Bach, Lindsey; and Einreinhof, Michael, "N.A.S.A Life Detection S.C.O.P.E (Sonicator Cell for Organics Prospecting and Evaluation)" (2020). Biological Engineering. Paper 33.
https://digitalcommons.usu.edu/bioengr_srdesign/33