Attachment 1 - Statement of Work.pdf
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This Statement of Work (SOW) details requirements for Marx generator systems for high-power RF and electromagnetic pulse (EMP) research. The U.S. Air Force seeks two specific Marx generator systems with precise technical specifications: a 30-stage, 40-Ohm generator and a 15-stage, 50-Ohm generator, along with associated components like coaxial charge/trigger cables, output cable assemblies, and a dummy load. The system requires a programmable logic controller-based control platform capable of managing pressure, voltage, trigger, and pulse repetition frequency from local or remote interfaces. Key technical performance requirements include peak voltage ≥ 300 kV, peak current > 5 kA, peak power > 2 GW, impedance < 60 Ohms, pulse rise time < 25 ns, and pulse width < 50 ns. The primary objectives are to research high-altitude EMP effects, harden electronics, train pulsed power experts, and explore plasma science concepts, with requested shipment and delivery scheduled 8 months after contract award.
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Attachment 1 – Statement of Work
STATEMENT OF WORK
Marx Generator for Pulsed Power, Plasma Science, and EMP Learning
25 April 2025
1.0. BACKGROUND: High altitude electromagnetic pulse (EMP) effects are a strategic concern as a nuclear detonation in space could severely hamper or destroy satellite constellations. Therefore, the U.S. is concerned with hardening electronics to protect and preserve our capabilities in a hostile environment. This equipment enables us to research these effects and test the resilience of electronics. Additionally, the U.S. utilizes pulsed power to test components. This system helps train future pulsed power experts and provides a platform to explore some plasma science concepts.
2.0. SCOPE: This SOW covers procuring and delivering Marx generator systems for high-power RF and triggering applications. Note that the Control Platform is required to control the Marx Generators adequately.
3.0. REQUIREMENTS: The contractor shall provide systems that, in general, have a peak voltage >= 300 kV, peak current > 5 kA, peak power > 2 GW, impedance < 60 Ohms, pulse rise time < 25 ns, FWHM < 50 ns. The following looks like what we need for the full suite of experimental testing:
3.1. Marx Generators
3.1.1. Compact 30-stage, 40-Ohm Marx generator with quick-disconnect high-voltage inputs, high-voltage output connection and gas lines.
3.1.2. Compact 15-stage, 50 Ohm Marx generator with quick-disconnect high-voltage inputs, high-voltage output connection and gas lines
3.1.3. Coaxial charge cable
3.1.4. Coaxial trigger cable
3.1.5. 20kOhm in-line coaxial charge resistor for power supply protection
3.1.6. Coaxial output cable assembly (25-ft) with diagnostics
3.1.7. Coaxial dummy load for verification of the Marx generator. Include quick-disconnect coaxial connection and T&M CVR for a calibrated measurement of the pulse.
3.2. Control Platform (IPCU-RRP-TT-E1)
3.2.1. Programmable logic controller (PLC)-based control platform for control of pressure, voltage, trigger, and PRF from either the local touch screen or a remote computer.
4.0. Period of Performance: Request shipment and delivery of items 8 months after contract award.
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