1 NASA CUSTOMER NUMBER: PROJECT TASK: QUARTERLY TECHNICAL PROGRESS REVIEW TASK TITLE:Embedded Passives Characterization QUARTER:2 FY05 LEAD CENTER:JPL PROGRAM AREA:Tactical TASK MANAGER:David Gerke CONTRIBUTORS: FY05 FUNDING:$185k CUSTOMER:OSMA (formally Code Q)

2 TASK DESCRIPTION Embedded Passives Characterization  This Task will utilizing “flight-like” boards assembled with PWB embedded passives (i.e. resistors and capacitors) and compared to equivalent PWB circuit boards assembled with discrete passive components. The comparison will include electrical performance and environmental testing representative of typical space conditions.

3 GOALS/OBJECTIVES Embedded Passives Characterization To build/assemble “flight-like” PCBs with embedded passive components and conventional surface mount soldered components. Stress test the PCBs to simulate space usage conditions. Compare electrical performance. Compare reliability.

4 Deliverables Embedded Passives Characterization  Quarterly Review Reports  Summary report containing significance of circuit chosen as well as significant lessons learned regarding the conversion over to embedded passives.  Year end report  Final Report documenting data collected from PWB Test Circuits as well as recommendations for implementation into Flight Projects.

5 SCHEDULE Embedded Passives Characterization

6 BUDGET/WORKFORCE Embedded Passives Characterization To be in system by End of April

7 Accomplishments Q2 Completed FY’04 BOK and submitted to Mike Sampson. –Mike suggested some changes –Changes are being incorporated. Conducted discussions with Compunetics (PCB) manufacturer and materials suppliers. –Test vehicle design is nearly complete.

8 PROBLEMS AND CONCERNS Embedded Passives Characterization Complete BOK and submit to website. Finalize FY’05 TV Place order for TV Receive TV Begin summary report regarding test vehicle. PLANS FOR NEXT QUARTER Embedded Passives Characterization none