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Materials Characterization & Performance Analysis

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The Materials Characterization and Performance Analysis subcontract, issued by the NASA SBIR/STTR Program, focuses on the detailed analysis of halide crystals grown in space. The primary objective is to evaluate the structural, optical, and electronic properties of these crystals to determine how their performance compares to benchmarks established by crystals grown on Earth. This opportunity is designated as a Total Small Business Set-Aside under the SBIR/STTR mandate, specifically for firms with fewer than 500 employees. The work is associated with NAICS code 541380 and will be performed at Moffett Field, California.

General Info

NASA subcontract for small businesses to analyze space-grown halide crystals at Moffett Field.

Agency

National Aeronautics and Space Administration → NASA SBIR/STTR Program

NAICS

541380 - Testing Laboratories and Services

Place of Performance

Moffett Field, CA, 94035, USA

Set-Aside

SBA

Documents

This scope was carved out of H8.01-2777.

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Space Enhanced Crystals (SPECS)

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AgencyNational Aeronautics and Space Administration → NASA SBIR/STTR Program

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Analyze returned space-grown halide crystals for structural, optical, and electronic properties to assess performance against Earth-grown benchmarks.

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