3D_Microscope_SOW.pdf

SOW 3D MICROSCOPE FOR UNITED STATES MINT @ WEST POINT

1) Computer

All necessary accessories (e.g., computer, monitor) for operation of the microscope in both a non-networked and networked environment.

The software and hardware must be Windows 7 64 bit or newer and must be compatible with Kanguru encrypted USB devices.

Must contain available USB ports (2.0 or newer) for data transfer.

Must contain a hard drive capable of holding at least 300GB of captured images.

Must include at least a 23” monitor for viewing.

Must include CD-R/RW 24x, DVD-R Drive.

2) Camera

Must contain a CMOS camera capable of capturing at least a 2 megapixel image.

Must be capable of saving images as both JPEG and TIFF files.

Must be able to operate with both automatic and manual shutter and aperture controls.

Must have the capability for automatic white balance.

Must have a display frame rate of 50 FPS and video capture of up to 50 FPS.

Must have live HDR and Glare Removal display capabilities.

3) Microscope

Must have motorized X-,Y-, and Z-axis controls available within the software.

Must be capable of capturing 3D images to include automatically stacking images from various focal points.

Must have capability of automatically stitching multiple images to create a single 2D or

3D image up to 20,000 x 20,000 pixels.

Must be able to automatically calibrate the microscope using only a few button clicks.

Must have an adjustable tilt imaging head ranging from -60 to +90 degrees from vertical.

Must have coverage of the magnification range from 100x through 1000x with the ability to expand the magnification range using a series of quickly interchangeable lenses.

All accessories to use all needed lenses in all available operational modes to include coaxial lighting, ring lighting, transmitted lighting, and Differential Interference Contrast lighting from 100x through 1000x.

Must have dedicated 2D and 3D measurement software.

Must have dedicated offline viewer software capable of viewing 2D and 3D images on external computers.

Must have stage rotation (theta position) recognition and compensation for stitching and navigation.

Must have “Easy Mode” or equivalent function guide for novice users.

Must be capable of reproducing lighting and image capture parameters from a previously captured image

4) Support

Must provide on-site setup and training for microscope and software.

Must have available continuing local/on-site support for microscope and software.

Must provide software updates as they become available.

Manufacturer must support repairs of all components of the microscope including optics, stand, camera, and computer.

Manufacturer must supply replacement or loaned components while repairs are performed.