REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL NO. RD-21-65

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U. S. Government
Washington, D. C.
UtIon:
ectt equest For Proposal No. RD-2l-65
Gentlemen:
9 April 1965
Please Reference
5W-1598
P. G. Box 6788
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is pleased to submit its Firm Fixed Price proposal
of the research program under Cont
for the continuati;
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Engin? Bring Zabar in fulfillment of the s x e Propose to furnish 50 0 hours of
technical proposal No. 5;~- program as Q dined in the enclosed
1598 for the total sum 25X1
is attached. A cost breakdown
Very
my yours,
MCM/bis
Ends.
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Proposal 5W-1598
9 April 1965
Carl Element
Engineering A
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TOTAL ENGINEERING DIRECT
Engineering Overhead 130%
Manufacturing Dept. 11
TOTAL MANUFACTURING DIRECT
Manufacturing Overhead @ 135%
Material
TOTAL COST
G & A Expense 13%
Profit 10%
TOTAL
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Proposal SW-1598
9 April 1965
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CONTINUATION OF ADVANCED PROCESSOR
Prepared for
February, 1965
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1. INTRODUCTION
This document is a proposal for the continuation, in fiscal 1966,
of research and development work presently under contract
The proposed work involves the refinement of photographic
processing equipment and techniques and the application of air/liquid
bearings to processors. The work under the present contract includes the
installation of a cleanroom as GFE at the
facility. The proposed work includes the use of the cleanroom and elements
of the HTA-5 processor for further research.
The data in this proposal were prepared for the U. S. Government
by the technical staff of the
1. 1 SCOPE
This proposal covers the technical details for the proposed program
and a plan of accomplishment.
1.2 BACKGROUND
The research and development program presently in work under
Contract 974 has the following main development objectives:
1) Develop a modular concept for an air/liquid bearing processor
with high reliability, capable of operating in a cleanroom environment
2) Reevaluate component size and efficiency to reduce processor
size and power consumption
3) Extend the modular concept to all processor sections
4) Investigate new designs, configurations, and concepts for
liquid and air bearings, vacuum capstans, and air squeegees
5) Investigate power losses in plumbing and develop methods to
minimize them
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6) Determine operational parameters essential to the design of
an air/liquid bearing processor
7) Study cleanroom operations to evaluate the effect of room
environment on the film during the processing cycle, and the effect of the
processor on the aerosol content of the cleanroom atmosphere
Substantial progress has been made in the meeting of these objec-
tives and work will continue under the present contract until June 30, 1965.
A modular processor concept was studied and recommendations documented.
Two different types of both air and liquid bearings were studied. Experi-
mental models of each type were built and functional performance testing
started. An investigation was conducted to identify and measure pressure
losses in plumbing with significant results. Work was started to develop
methods of obtaining values for film tension, bearing loads, and vacuum
capstan torque.
Erection of the cleanroom (Figure 1) was started November 23, 1964
and is scheduled to be ready for specification compliance testing by the end
of February 1965.
2. PROPOSED PROGRAM
As a logical continuation of the present research, the following
program is proposed. It will be carried out over a 6-month period between
1 July and 30 December 1965.
2.1 PARTICLE CONTAMINATION OF FILM
An analytical study will be made to determine the effect of foreign
particles on the photographic interpretation of film transparencies. Particle
sizes, grain structure, probability of information concealment, and similar
criteria will be studied to produce a mathematical statement on which an
experimental program can be based.
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2.2 CLEANROOM PROCESSING
Based on the criteria obtained in the analysis proposed in Sub-
section 2. 1 above, negatives will be developed in the cleanroom for
experimental evaluation of the theoretical results .
2.3 AIR BEARING DESIGN EVALUATION
Current development of air bearing designs will be continued
Designs will be evaluated to select the one with the best performance
2.4 LIQUID BEARING DESIGN EVALUATION
Current development of liquid bearing designs will be continued.
Designs will be evaluated to select the one with the best performatin
2.5 AIR AND LIQUID BEARING TESTS
The drier and takeup section of the HTA-5 processor will be set
up in the cleanroom together with a mockup tank for functional testing of
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air and liquid bearings over a range of loads and speeds.
2.6 VACUUM CAPSTAN EVALUATION
Evaluation of the vacuum capstan in comparison with iinvolved
types will be continued. A design study to assess the problems in a modular capstan design incorporating its own power source will be
conducted.
If time and funds permit, an experimental capstan will be manu-
factured and mounted on the HTA-5 takeup section for functional evaluation.
2.7 AIR SQUEEGEE EVALUATION
Using the HTA-5 squeegee as a basic model, an evaluation will
the operating criteria will be made. Varying air pressures and flows
be tested to determine the effects on water removal, film oscillation,
and efficiency .
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2.8 DOCUMENTATION
Program documentation will be provided in monthly letter reports
and technical reports. The monthly letter reports will briefly describe
program activities during reporting period, the anticipated activities for
the following period, liaison activities between the contractor and the
customer, and an accounting of funds expended. The technical reports will
be furnished at the competion of each significant research phase. Tech-
nical reports will fully document the problem under study, the methods used,
the results obtained, and the conclusions and recommendations reached
as a result of the work.
3. PROGRAM SCHEDULE AND MANLOADING
The proposed program schedule and manloading for the 6-month
period between 1 July and 31 December 1965 is shown in Figure 2.
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R AND D FACILITY AND CLEANROOM
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JULY
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VACUUM CAPSTAN DESIGN
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AIR SQUEEGEE EVALUATION
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REPORTS
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SUPERVISION AND
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ADMINISTRATION
Figure 2. Program Schedule and Manhour Loading
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NPIC/D-48-65
07 APR 196`
AA rovi Regurat tor
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L :{w-fN l I58 en t oll a Film Prooesecr in that ow
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AMM C. IANDAM
Director
:01r phic Int rpret tton Center
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Distribution
Orig & 2 - LB/SS
1 - A/DDI
1 - O/Dir
1 - P&DS
LB/SS/NPIC
(25 Mar 1965)
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R & D CATALOG FORM
DATE
I. PROJECT TITLE/CODE NAME
2. SHORT PROJECT DESCRIPTION
Film Processor Development
Continuation of the Processor Development Program,to
Program
achieve conceptual and engineering advancement in the
art and technology of film processing.
3. CONTRACTOR NAME 1
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5. CLASS OF CONTRACTOR
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6. TYPE OF CONTRACT
Manufacturer
CPFF
7. FUNDS
8. REQUISITION NO.
9. BUDGET PROJECT NO.
FY 1964
N/A
NP-S-20
FY 1965
10. EFFECTIVE CONTRACT DATE
(Begin - end)
11. SECURITY CLASS.
AA - Confidential
T - Unclassified
FY 19 $
Tune 1965 - December 1965
W - Unclassified
12. RESPONSIBLE DIRECTORATE/OFFICE/PROJECT OFFICER TELEPHONE EXTENSION
DDI/NPIC/P&DS
13. REQUIREMENT/AUTHORITY
Effort is directed toward providing both theoretical and conclusive answers
to many of the unknown factors in the design and engineering of photographic
film processors.
14. TYPE OF WORK TO BE DONE
Applied Research
15. CATEGORIES OF EFFORT
MAJOR CATEGORY
SUB-CATEGORIES
Special Techniques & Studies
Reroduction
Processors
16. END ITEM OR SERVICES FROM THIS CONTRACT/IMPROVEMENT OVER CURRENT SYSTEM, EQUIPMENT. ETC.
Monthly letter progress reports, technical reports at significant stages and
final report covering all aspects investigated, conclusions and recommendations.
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This investigative effort is directed twoard providing theoretical as well as
practical results in specified,-.areas of research pertaining to continuous roll
photographic film processors. The program, as instituted in June 1964, was to
perform elementary studies, based in installation of a GFE clean-room facility and
utilization of a GFE HTA/5 film processor. Because of the normal acquisition and
installation required for a clean-room complex, considerable investigation had to
be held in abeyance and as a result, full benefit of the first year's program could
19. APPROVED BY AND DATE
OFFICE
DEPUTY DIRECTOR
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R & D Catalog Form (Continued)...
The currently funded effort has resulted in completion of the clean-room
facility, installation of the HTA/5 processor and a detailed report on investi-
gations carried on that did not require clean-room operation. During this
time substantial progress has been made in meeting the objectives set forth
and work will continue under the present contract until 30 June 1965. A
modular processor concept was studied and recommendations detailed. Two
different types of both liquid and air bearings were studied. Experimental
models of both were built and functional performance testing started. Results
thus far are inconclusive. An investigation was conducted to identify and
Tire measure pressure losses in plumbing which produced significant results. Work
was started to develop methods of obtaining values for film tension, bearing loads
and vacuum capstan torque. Erection of the clean-room was started 23 November
1964 and is scheduled for specification compliance testing at the end of
February 1965.
The continuation program is intended to carry to a logical conclusion
those efforts that will not be completed with current year funding, together
with some new investigations. For this continuation the contractor has
proposed a six month, evel of effort to be carried out between
1 July 1965 and 31 December 1965. The following areas will be investigated:
1. Particle Contamination of Film -- An analytical study
to determine the effect of foreign particles on the photographic
interpretation of film transparencies. Particle size, grain structure,
probability of information concealment and similar criteria will be
studied to produce a mathematical statement on which the experimental
program can be based.
2. Clean-room Experiments: Based on the criteria obtained in
the Particle Contamination Analysis, controlled experimentation will be
performed in the clean-room for evaluation of the theoretical results.
3. Air Bearing Design Evaluation: A continuation of the
current effort. Designs will be evaluated for performance selection.
4. Liquid Bearing Design Evaluation: A continuation of the
current effort. Designs will be evaluated for performance selection.
5. Testing of Air and Liquid Bearings: The HTA/5 Processor
will be outfitted with mock-up tanks for functional testing of air
and liquid bearings over a range of loads and speeds to determine
capabilities.
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R & D Catalog Form (Continued)...
18.... 6. Vacuum Capstan Evaluation: A continuation of current
effort. This will be expanded to include a design study to assess
the problems involved in a modular capstan design incorporating
its own power source. Time and funds permitting, an experimental
capstan will be built and mounted on the HTA/5 take-up section for
functional evaluation.
7. Air Squeegee Evaluation: Using the HTA/5 as a basic model,
an evaluation of the operating criteria will be made. Varying air
pressures and flow directions will be tested to determine the effects
on water removal, film oscillation and efficiency.
Complete documentation of all effort will be submitted as
monthly letter reports and final technical reports for each investigated
area fully describing the study, the methods used, the conclusions
and recommendations reached as a result of the work.
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NPIC/TDC-A-13-65
TECHNICAL DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE
AGENDA
Time: 1030, 3.. March 1965 Place: 4N 411
1. Announcements
a. Approval of Minutes.
b. New Proposals: Twelve new proposals, listed below, have been
received since the last meeting. If you have any interest in reading
these proposals they are available in the Plans and Development Staff.
87/65 Feasibility Demonstration of an Electronic
Registration optical Stereoscope
88/65
89/65
90/65
91/65
92/65
93/65
Clean Room Researeth Prnrrrams,
Proposal for Phase II for Contract
(Non-reversible Color Recording Feasibility Study,
Micro-Stereoscope or Stereo-Microscope,
Design and Fabrication of One Vacuum Easel,
Sepratron Film Processor,
Reconnaissance System,
Parametric Study of Image Intensifier Night Aerial
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94/65 Prototvne Black ~nd:White'_Projection Printer-Processor,
95/65
Development of a Dry Processin Rapid Access Photo-
crranhi c Paper and Processor,
96/65 Development of a Dry Processing Diapositive Film
c. Increase in Estimated Cost to Complete PAR-214 and PAR-215
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new cost estimates on experimental models of the 12 and 24 inch Roller
Transport F11- Rnd c essors. The initial esitmate for these two
items totaled the new estimate is for a total of
or an increas
2. Discussion of New Business
a. Technical Services in Optics and Electronics,
Ultra-Violet Rear Projection Screen Study,
c. Sepratron Air Bearing Film Processor,
3. Evaluation of Proposals
36/64 Proposal for Continuation of Luminescent Rear
Projection Screen Development,
69/64 Feasibility Demonstration of Automatic Registration
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Optical Stereo Viewing,
86/65
Proposal for Rapid Access Color Processor,
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time. They all represent preliminary technical investigations.
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12 February 1965
Please Reference:
5W-1598
U. S. Government
Washington, D. C.
Subject: Clean Room Research Program
is pleased to submit its proposal for the
continuation of the research program presently being conducted under the
terms of contract We propose to furnish 5, 000 engineering hours in
fulfillment of the program as outlined in the enclosed price breakdown;
based on receipt of a fixed price term contract in the amount
If there are any questions please do not hesitate to contact either Mr
in Washington, D. C D.C.
Very truly yours,
RJN:gw
enclosure: Price Breakdown
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Cost Element
Engineering A
B
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TOTAL ENGINEERING DIRECT
Engineering Overhead .@ 130%
Manufacturing Dept. 11
TOTAL MANUFACTURING DIRECT
Manufacturing Overhead @ 135%
Material
TOTAL COST
G & A Expense @ 13%
Profit 10%
TOTAL
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TECHNICAL PROPOSAL
CONTINUATION OF ADVANCED PROCESSOR
DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM
Prepared for
February, 1965
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1. INTRODUCTION
This document is a proposal for the continuation, in fiscal 1966,
or researcn and development work presently under contract)
processing equipment and techniques and the application of air/liquid
bearings to processors. The work under the present contract includes the
installation of a cleanroom as GFE at the
facility. The proposed work includes the use of the cleanroom and elements
of the HTA-5 processor for further research.
The data in this proposal were prepared for the U. S. Government
by the technical staff of the
1. 1 SCOPE
This proposal covers the technical details for the proposed program
and a plan of accomplishment.
1.2 BACKGROUND
The research and development program presently in work under
Contract_ as the following main development objectives:
1) Develop a modular concept for an air/liquid bearing processor
with high reliability, capable of operating in a cleanroom environment
2) Reevaluate component size and efficiency to reduce processor
size and power consumption
3) Extend the modular concept to all processor sections
4) Investigate new designs, configurations, and concepts for
liquid and air bearings, vacuum capstans, and air squeegees
5) Investigate power losses in plumbing and develop methods to
minimize them
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6) Determine operational parameters essential to the design of
an air/liquid bearing processor
7) Study cleanroom operations to evaluate the effect of room
environment on the film during the processing cycle, and the effect of the
processor on the aerosol content of the cleanroom atmosphere
Substantial progress has been made in the meeting of these objec-
tives and work will continue under the present contract until June 30, 1965.
A modular processor concept was studied and recommendations documented.
Two different types of both air and liquid bearings were studied. Experi-
mental models of each type were built and functional performance testing
started. An investigation was conducted to identify and measure pressure
losses in plumbing with significant results. Work was started to develop
methods of obtaining values for film tension, bearing loads, and vacuum
capstan torque.
Erection of the cleanroom (Figure 1) was started November 23, 1964
and is scheduled to be ready for specification compliance testing by the end
of February 1965.
2. PROPOSED PROGRAM
As a logical continuation of the present research, the following
program is proposed. It will be carried out over a 6-month period between
1 July and 30 December 1965.
2.1 PARTICLE CONTAMINATION OF FILM
An analytical study will be made to determine the effect of foreign
particles on the photographic interpretation of film transparencies. Particle
sizes, grain structure, probability of information concealment, and similar
criteria will be studied to produce a mathematical statement on which an
experimental program can be based.
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2.2 CLEANROOM PROCESSING
Based on the criteria obtained in the analysis proposed in Sub-
section 2. 1 above, negatives will be developed in the cleanroom for
experimental evaluation of the theoretical results.
2.3 AIR BEARING DESIGN EVALUATION
Current development of air bearing designs will be continued.
Designs will be evaluated to select the one with the best performance
2.4 LIQUID BEARING DESIGN EVALUATION
Current development of liquid bearing designs will be continued.
Designs will be evaluated to select the one with the best, performance.
2.5 AIR AND LIQUID BEARING TESTS
The drier and takeup section of the HTA-5 processor will be set
up in the cleanroom together with a mockup tank for functional testing of
air and liquid bearings over a range of loads and speeds.
2.6 VACUUM CAPSTAN EVALUATION
Evaluation of the vacuum capstan in comparison with two other
types will be continued. A design study to assess the problems involved
in a modular capstan design incorporating its own power source will be
conducted.
If time and funds permit, an experimental capstan will be manu-
factured and mounted on the HTA-5 takeup section for functional evaluation.
2.7 AIR SQUEEGEE EVALUATION
Using the HTA-5 squeegee as a basic model, an evaluation of
the operating criteria will be made. Varying air pressures and flows will
be tested to determine the effects on water removal, film oscillation,
and efficiency.
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2.8 DOCUMENTATION
Program documentation will be provided in monthly letter reports
and technical reports. The monthly letter reports will briefly describe
program activities during reporting period, the anticipated activities for
the following period, liaison activities between the contractor and the
customer, and an accounting of funds expended. The technical reports will
be furnished at the competion of each significant research phase. Tech-
nical reports will fully document the problem under study, the methods used,
the results obtained, and the conclusions and recommendations reached
as a result of the work.
3. PROGRAM SCHEDULE AND MANLOADING
The proposed program schedule and manloading for the 6-month
period between 1 July and 31 December 1965 is shown in Figure 2.
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R anio D FACILITY AND CLEANROOM
INSTALLATION
ELECTRONICS AND CLEANROOM CONTROL AND
OPTICAL i none.+......
Figure 1.
WASHROOM7 STAFF OFFICE7 -MANAGERS OFFICE AND
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JULY
AUG
SEPT
OCT
NOV
DEC
CLASS
HRS
CONTAMINATION STUDY
CLEANROOM EXPERIMENTS
DIRECTION AND REPORTING
A
C
A
520
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347
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IR BE
RING DESIGN
FABRICATION
A
Dept 11
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LIQUID BEARING EVALUATION
FABRICATION
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REPORTS
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1. SCOPE. The development objectives covered herein set forth
recu..rements for an investigative effort relating to photographic
prc._ :ssing equipment and techniques. The program shall make use
of the present HTA/5 processor on a GFE basis as a test vehicle, for
:pacific investigative efforts in a GFE clean-room environment, .ade-
uately equipped and staffed to achieve conceptual and engineering
advances in the art and technology of photographic film processing.
2. INVESTIGATIVE OBJECTIVES. The investigative objectives described
belova are primarily directed toward improvements in the liquid-air
bearing concept because of its demonstrated significant advances in
u:e state-of-the-art of film processing. It is not intended that these
c'rjectives restrict related efforts in other processing concepts that may
conceived as a result of this work; however, any major deviation
_'rom the objectives as set forth shall be approved by the project monitor.
j. DETAILED OBJECTIVES.
3.1 Clean Room. Study the.practical aspects of operating a pro-
,s--or in a clean-room atmosphere to establish parameters for a clean-
processor operation. This investigation should evaluate the
c:ct of the room environment on the film during the processing cycle
should also evaluate the processor effect on the aerosol content
of ..e clean-room when operated therein.
$.1.1 Study the effects of dust particles on dry film negatives
and positives being viewed and analyzed in clean-room environment.
Establish the acceptable limits of particle size and concentration
in spaces used for photographic viewing, interpretation and analysis.
3.2 Air Squeegee. Investigate configurations and other parameters
_;r which the efficiency of the air squeegee can be improved, with the
..:._,imum of air flow and/or power consumption.
3.3 Vacuum Capstans. Investigate designs for improving the
vac-,um capstan drive method for all applications and conditions, including:
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3.3.2 Capstan diameters and configurations for variable film loads.
.3.3.3 Determine under what conditions other materials, such as
scintered metal, or teflon coatings, may be used and at what energy levels.
3.3.4 Effects of capstan configurations on tracking characteristics.
3.4 Liquid and Air Bearings. The major requirement for liquid
bearings and air bearings is that they should provide stable cushions
for the support of film webs "in-solution", as the film passes through
the solution tanks, and "in-air" as the film web crosses over from one..
solution to the next. To improve these functions, the following inves-
tigations should be conducted:
3.4.1 Investigate new designs, configurations and concepts for
liquid and air bearings. respectively, with the objective of achieving
the optimal film support and tracking with the minimum of respective
solution and air flow.
3.4.2 With the object of increasing the mechanical efficiency
of liquid and air bearings, investigate the effect of variable slot
openings as well as liquid and air feed arrangements.
3.4.3 Measure energy levels'required to maintain firm cushions
over a wide range of load conditions encountered by change of film
width from 70mm to 92 inches and film thicknesses varying from 1.5 mils
to 7.0 mils.
3.4.4 Establish the-effect on film stability of increases or
decreases in the diameter of liquid and air bearings.
3.4.5 Investigate the correlation between velocity and flow rate of
solutions and air with the view of optimizing the values for each.
3.5 Solution Filtration.. Filtration of solutions is required
to remove large particles from solution that may cause film emulsion
or base damage. This requirement has varied widely in new equipment
over the years,.from 0.3 micron to 20 micron particle size, with little,
scientific basis for the judgment.
3.5.1 investigate the effects on film surfaces, by the liquid-air-
concept, with filtering at different particles size levels to establish
a scientific basis for the selection of filters for solution and water.
3.6 Plumbing. The requirements for large amounts,of plumbing
is inherent in processing equipment and contributes significantly to
power losses. Effort should be expended to minimize these losses.
3.6.1 Determine which~,materials and fitting designs provide the
least pressure drop and give the best non-leak performance.
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3.6.2 Determine which pumps and seals provide the greatest
efficiency with the least temperature rise of solution.
3.7 Power Consumption.
3..7.1 Re-evaluate each electrically operated component to assure
maximum electrical efficiency. Improvement of efficiency in liquid and air
bearings and the air squeegee c'_-culd greatly reduce the power required
for pumping liquid and air.
3.8 Splicing. Investigate new splicing methods and splicing apparatus
for incorporation as an integrated module of the processor.
3.9 Film Torque. An important element in modern processing is
complete avoidance of any stres's on the film web that may cause distor-
tion or elongation of images by driving torque applied to the film web.
3.9.1 Devise techniques by which torque on the film web can be
measured, controlled and minimized. Also establish some criteria
by which the torque of the liquid-air bearing concept can be compared
to that of presently standard techniques.
3.9.2 This investigation should include a measure of the torque
required to draw film from the supply spool, with a view to driving
the supply spool in proper synchronism with the processor drive capstan
to avoid all possible stretching of the film.
3.10 Drying Air. Investigate the particle size filtration required
for drying air fed to a film drying cabinet.
3.11 Film Washing. Investigate film washing methods with a view
to reducing the volume of wash water required, without sacrifice of
archival quality.
3.12 Elevated Processing Temperatures. Measure effect of elevated
temperature on processing time and film quality to obtain basic
reproducible data.
). REPORTS. The contractor shall be required to submit monthly progress
reports and periodic technical reports.
4.1 Monthly Reports. The monthly report shall be a letter type
describing briefly the activities of the previous month and proposed work
for the next month. This report shall include a monthly accounting,.of
funds expended with an appropriate breakdown and documentation of verbal
agreement made with the monitor.
4+.2 Technical Reports. Technical reports shall be submitted on
completion of each respective Research Objective, or at some significant
point towards its accomplishment. These reports should describe the
work performed with results, conclusions and recommendations.
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5. ORGANIZATION. In order to assure development of a research environ-
ment conducive to the origination, development and testing of new concepts
and techniques, the research group assigned to this program shall be
organizationally separated from production personnel.
5.1 Personnel. Personnel chosen by the contractor to perform
the research described herein shall be approved by the contract monitor.
5.1.1 Personnel assigned to this research program shall be
assigned on a full-time basis.
6. CLEAN ROOM. The GFE clean-room provided and installed at the
expense of the Government within the contractor's plant shall be used
in pursuit of this program.
7. HTA . The GFE HTA/5 processor shall be installed in;the SEE clean-
room and brought to a suitable and reliable condition to properly serve
as a test vehicle in any reasonable manner to accomplish the investigative
objectivescovered herein.
8. SECURITY. The enclosure utilized for this investigative program
shall be closed to all personnel except those assigned who have proper
security clearances and who have a need-to-know of work conducted therein.
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RECEIPT.OCB OS
SUPPORT/SERVICE REQUIREMENT
99863-5
NPIC PROJECT NO.
G ~d 17 21 '
DISSEMINATED OCB 0S
(The following i. requ.: re,l when, rgrmts are levied by external organi.7a-1in.:~s
OFFICE DATE OF RQMT - CONTROL NO.
NPIC DIV/DETACH PROCESSING RQMT PROJ OFF PHONE
SUPPORT REQUESTED OF - PRIORITY DATE REQUIRED
(The following int.r'o is required when rqmts are levied for internal support)
DIV/STAFF P&DS DATE OF R4~T 1 .MM 1965 CONTROL NO.
PP'.C1 E
25X1 SUPPORT REQUESTED OF P&DS PROJ OFF
_.QRITY DATE REQUIRED 28 February 1965
1. BACKGROUND INFORMATION:
The work requested is in support of a d$par Trt-&l: ^ Photo interpretation prof.;
Non-photo interpretation project. It will result in: [] Hard copy report;
Informal report (memo); c Basic service only.
Project Description:, Film Processor Development Program II
2. SPECIFIC SUPPORT/SERVICE REQUESTED: Support from NPIC will probably consist of:
[] Photographic; []Reproduction; ^ Mensuration; ^ Graphics; ^ ADP; ^ Editing;
"' (TOther-(explain below) -- (Include statement as to estimated amount of work required
ct'-support component(s); i.e., number of contact prints, enlargements, boards, etc.)
Monitor Film Processor Development Program and prepare
evaluation report upon completion.
3. URGENCY JUSTIFICATION: (If immediate support is required a statement of justification
must be made on this form.)
DATE OF COMPLETION
CI ASSIF7 CATION
NPIC FM 218 (4-6~ )
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