SATPC0039297 Tab 04 4 SOW.pdf

STATEMENT OF WORK

1.0 Introduction/Background:

Space offers a new way of manufacturing that supports industries of the future. The research and development aboard the international Space Station (ISS) under microgravity leading to in-space manufacturing (inSPA) is rapidly expanding. Following the first decade of assembly of the ISS and the subsequent decade of research onboard the ISS National Lab, NASA is now moving boldly into a decade of results with the award of contracts supporting the commercial development of new and promising technologies for in-space manufacturing of advanced materials and products for terrestrial use. NASA’s InSPA portfolio is unique in that it fosters utilization of the ISS for the benefit of the nation and humanity broadly, with no requirement for linkage to NASA’s exploration goals. The ISS remains a critical resource for NASA and its international partners to conduct research and prepare for exploration of the moon and Mars. NASA’s InSPA office in coordination with the ISS National Labs, will continue to utilize the microgravity environment in LEO to prepare astronauts, infrastructure, and equipment for long-duration missions beyond LEO as well as to advance basic and applied research and technology demonstrations for a wide range of U.S. interests. These interests include enhancing national security, strengthening industry leadership, creating high-quality jobs, providing benefits to humanity by developing products that significantly improve the quality of life for people on Earth and finally, enabling the development of an economy in LEO by stimulating demand for scalable and sustainable non-NASA utilization of future commercial LEO destinations.

The investments made so far by NASA is now resulting in new and unique products such as advanced materials that involves exotic glasses and fibers, alloys, ceramics, semiconductors, industrial crystals, large and small molecule crystals, protein crystals for pharmaceuticals, etc. Furthermore, bio-manufacturing is rapidly progressing that include artificial retinas, stem cell reprogramming methodologies, production, and differentiation for personalized medicine, bioprinting of organoids and whole organs, nerve regeneration medical devices, etc. Recant efforts have resulted in groundbreaking discoveries including high quality ZBLAN fibers and artificial retinas which cannot be otherwise possible to develop terrestrially. Many more ongoing projects are promising significant breakthroughs in semiconductors and therapeutic drugs. As such there is a strong need to expeditiously analyze the microgravity grown test samples in-house for validation and subsequently, establish a strong basis for exploring pathways for rapid expansion of commercial LEO economy.

2.0 Scope of Work: A state-of-the-art 4K ultra-high accuracy microscope is being procured as part of the diagnostic suite.

3.0 Objectives: The primary objective is to setup a dedicated, in-house lab environment for rapid testing, evaluation, characterization, and validation of microgravity grown test samples.

4.0 Description of the Work/Contractor Tasks: The specifications and performance requirements of the digital microscope are as follows:

A. Equipment Requirements

• 4K Resolution Capabilities

• Minimum 27’’ UHD LCD Monitor

• 5x-6,000x magnification without switching lens hardware.

• Integrated stage camera for sample placement & focusing.

• Built in training videos.

• License free viewer software for remote analysis

• 1TB Hard Drive

• Dual Camera Capabilities

• Multiple Available Lighting Types

• Brightfield/Darkfield/Transmitted/Polarized/DIC

• Combination Stage/Stand Tool (180 degrees rotation & 250 degrees tilt)

• XY Stage Movement up to 300mm x 300mm

• Compatible with LIBS elemental analysis tools

B. Performance Requirements

• Built in 2D/3D measurement capabilities.

• 3D Image/Model Composition

• XY Stitching with 1-micron stage positioning.

• High Dynamic Range imaging capabilities

• Real-Time Automatic Focus Adjustment

• Advanced Optical Shadow Effect Mode

• Automatic Optimization of Lighting Settings

• Automatic task replication

• 2D/3D Measurements

• XYZ Location

• Lighting Settings

• Image capture

• Magnification

5.0 Deliverables: The microscope with all its accessories should be delivered within 15 days placing the purchase order.

Other Considerations:

Applicable Documents/Background:

The microscope should be capable of advanced measurement capabilities such as:

• Cleanliness/Particle Testing & Analysis (ISO-16232, VDA-19, etc.)

• Metallographic Analysis (ASTM-E1382, ASTM-E45, ISO-4967, etc.)

o Non-Metallic Inclusion Analysis o Graphite Cast Iron Analysis o Grain Sizing Quantification

Milestones: None.

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