NASA's latest Spinoff publication highlights the successful transition of agency technology to the commercial sector. The Spinoff 2025 publication features over 40 commercial infusions of NASA technologies.
For nearly 25 years, NASA has supported crew working in low Earth orbit to learn about the space environment and perform research to advance deep space exploration. Astronauts aboard the International Space Station have learned a wealth of lessons and tried out a host of new technologies. This work leads to ongoing innovations benefiting people on Earth that are featured in NASA's annual publication.
The publication showcases innovations such as technology for 3D printing buildings on the Moon now used for large structures on Earth, and research into growing lunar buildings from fungus leading to specially grown mushrooms and plans for Earth-based homes. Additional highlights include quality control systems for assembly lines inspired by Mars rover AI, origami-based innovations for lasers, and companies advancing hydrogen-based energy using NASA's liquid hydrogen rocket fuel expertise.
The publication also features 20 technologies available for licensing with the potential for commercialization. Spinoff is part of NASA's Space Technology Mission Directorate and its Technology Transfer program.