Notice of Partnering Opportunity (NPO) - In situ Measurement of Magnetic Field Domains of Asteroid Regolith via Spin Defects in SiC
ID: 80GRC024R0012-NPOType: Special Notice
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NATIONAL AERONAUTICS AND SPACE ADMINISTRATIONNATIONAL AERONAUTICS AND SPACE ADMINISTRATIONNASA GLENN RESEARCH CENTERCLEVELAND, OH, 44135, USA

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https://sam.gov/opp/911198e82f07475fa7cd406a3f4f8a77/view
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    Special Notice NATIONAL AERONAUTICS AND SPACE ADMINISTRATION is seeking a partnering opportunity for the in situ measurement of magnetic field domains of asteroid regolith via spin defects in SiC. This service is typically used for conducting measurements of magnetic field domains in the regolith of asteroids using spin defects in SiC. The place of performance is in the USA. For more information, please refer to the attached document. For any inquiries, please contact Eric Hartman at eric.t.hartman@nasa.gov or 2164332540.

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    Eric Hartman
    (216) 433-2540
    eric.t.hartman@nasa.gov
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