NASA Licenses GRX-810 Superalloy To Strengthen US Economy

The aerospace industry thrives on pushing the boundaries of innovation. However, NASA‘s recent licensing of a revolutionary superalloy, GRX-810, not only marks a significant step forward in the development of future aerospace technology, but will have significant benefits on the US economy as well. Developed under the Transformational Tools and Technologies project, GRX-810 is projected to drastically enhance the manufacturing of critical air and spacecraft components, thanks to its exceptional properties and 3D printing compatibility.

Last week, NASA granted co-exclusive licenses for the alloy to four distinguished American companies: Carpenter Technology Corporation, Elementum 3D, Inc., Linde Advanced Material Technologies, Inc., and Powder Alloy Corporation. These partnerships serve to maximize public return on investment by leveraging taxpayer-funded research for the benefit of the nation’s economy, and will help ensure the alloy’s swift integration into the American aerospace industry.

3D printing of the NASA emblem using the GRX-810 superalloy.

“NASA invests tax dollars into research that demonstrates direct benefit to the U.S. and transfers its technologies to industry by licensing its patents,” explained Amy Hiltabidel, licensing manager at NASA’s Glenn Research Center in Cleveland.