High-Temperature Electrical Testing and Validation

The contract involves the thermal and electrical validation of ohmic contact resistance stability under sustained exposure to 800°C in ambient air, requiring rigorous testing to ensure material performance under extreme conditions. The work demands precise measurement of electrical resistance over time, identification of degradation mechanisms, and comprehensive reporting that includes failure analysis to determine root causes of any instability or breakdown in contact integrity. This effort is critical for applications requiring reliable high-temperature electrical interfaces, particularly in aerospace and propulsion systems where material durability under thermal stress is paramount. Testing must be conducted in controlled environments that replicate the specified 800°C operational scenario, with data collection protocols designed to capture real-time resistance changes and long-term drift patterns. All results must be documented with technical accuracy and accompanied by detailed failure analysis, including microscopy, elemental analysis, and metallurgical evaluation where necessary. The contract is structured as a subcontract under NASA Shared Services Center with a NAICS code of 541380, and performance is expected to occur in Cleveland, Ohio, with a strict submission deadline of July 2, 2026. The work supports NASA's mission to develop advanced thermal management and electrical systems for next-generation space exploration technologies.