Shadow Mask Aligner

Procurement Summary

The shadow mask aligner is a critical precision tool used in the alignment of two substrates to ensure accurate transfer of patterns from one substrate to another. This alignment is essential for fabricating sensors, electronics, and other intricate components in a controlled cleanroom environment. The device supports a wide array of NASA Glenn Research Center's cutting-edge projects and programs, including: • Fission Surface Power: Facilitating the development of energy systems for surface operations on the Moon and Mars. • Hypersonic Technology: Supporting the fabrication of advanced sensors and electronics for extreme-speed aerospace vehicles. • Transformative Tools and Technologies: Enabling innovative designs and processes for future aerospace applications. • Space Nuclear Propulsion: Assisting in the creation of propulsion technologies to enable deep-space exploration. This tool ensures the precise pattern alignment necessary for the performance, reliability, and functionality of fabricated devices.

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