STATEMENT_OF_WORK-RVM.docx

STATEMENT OF WORK:

Objective: Start the process towards a full pheromone release product for a sticky trap that will be capable of integration with standard or specially designed sticky traps.

· Structural prototypes of the controlled release modules will be designed using CAD software, including click-in system components for integrating membranes and/or other elements with structural components.

· Numerical simulations will be performed using Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) to obtain trends on the release as a function of permeability.

· Structural components will be manufactured using 3D printing technology.

· Targeted device specification will be provided by USDA, such as reservoir capacity, range and duration of activity.

· The device functionality will be tested in an experimental setup at the USDA, as the prototypes need to be tested with parts provided by USDA and tested at the USDA facility.

· Provide results on a best effort basis, as hardware implementation and optimization of ant trap is experimental.

· Prototypes will be provided to USDA.