18Q0202_SOW.pdf

Statement of Work

Split Hopkinson Pressure Bar (SHPB) system

18 April 2018

1.0 Scope/Background

Naval Air Warfare Center Weapons Division, China Lake requires the purchase of new

Split Hopkinson Pressure Bar (SHPB) test equipment to meet an emerging need by today’s research and development programs. This system is required for the measurement of mechanical properties of propellants and explosives under high strain rates with the ultimate goal of supporting Future Weapons Capabilities in the area of

Miniature Munitions and Novel Energetics in order to provide safer, more reliable munitions to the warfighter.

2.0 Applicable Documents

None.

3.0 Requirements

The contractor shall provide a SHPB system meeting the following specifications. All specifications are the minimum requirements unless otherwise stated.

3.1 Data Acquisition/Control

A. Computerized data acquisition and controller system with digital high speed video capability.

B. Ability to operate both locally and remotely.

C. All cabling shall accommodate a minimum distance of 150 feet to the control room.

Distance can reach an anticipated maximum of 300 feet and will be specified by the

Government.

D. Due to government data storage/data transfer requirements the system shall have the ability to off-load data in CD/DVD format.

3.2 Testing

A. Testing Modes: Tension and Compression

B. Test Sample Type (min): 1” Dia. by 1” Long Right Circular Cylinder, 0.25” Thick by

1.5” Long Dog Bones

C. Strain Rates: 200-5000/s to produce cross-head speeds between 100,000 to 200,000 in/min

3.3 Sample Conditioning

A. Temperature Conditioning: -70°C to 200C, up to 1000°C

B. Temperature Chamber: Shall be self-contained without requiring LN2 or CO2 for cooling

3.4 Operational

A. Working Pressure for Launcher (min): 110 psi Shop Air or Nitrogen

B. Power Requirements: 110 VAC/208 VAC Single Phase, 60 Hz

3.5 Floor Space

A. The SHPB system needs to fit within an equipment foot-print of 30 foot in Length x 4 foot in Width x 8 foot in Height.

3.6 Delivery and Installation

The SHPB system shall be delivered, unloaded, and installed in a designated location within Salt Wells specified by NAWCWD China Lake, Code 477100D, within 120 days of award. Delivery shall be FOB Destination to NAWCWD China Lake, Code 477100D.

3.7 Training

Contractor shall provide operation and programming training of two Government employees for a minimum of two (2) days at the destination Government facility, concurrent with the time of installation. Training could extend to a maximum of 4 days upon approval by the Government.

4.0 Miscellaneous

4.1 Warranty: One year standard commercial warranty.

4.2 Manuals: Contractor shall supply the Government with the maintenance and operation manuals for the SHPB system.