Draper

Draper, officially known as The Charles Stark Draper Laboratory, Inc., is a non-profit research and development organization established in 1932 at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT). Initially focused on precision instruments for military and aerospace applications, Draper is known for pioneering the Apollo Guidance Computer, the first silicon integrated circuit-based computer. The organization has since expanded its expertise into various fields, including national security, space exploration, biotechnology, and medical diagnostics. Draper specializes in advanced engineering and technology solutions, particularly in guidance, navigation, and control systems, fault-tolerant computing, and advanced algorithms. The company has a strong history of delivering critical systems for the U.S. Navy and NASA, including guidance systems for ballistic missiles and inertial reference units for satellites. Draper serves a diverse range of clients, including government agencies like the U.S. Department of Defense and NASA, as well as commercial and research organizations in aerospace, defense, and healthcare.