PHOTO INTERPRETATION RAPID COPY VIEWER

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PHOTO INTERPRETATION
RAPID COPY VIEWER
PROJECT 9618
Declass Review by NGA.
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INTRODUCTION
It is the intent of this briefing to highlight those areas in the design, development and manufacturing
of the P.I. Rapid Copy Viewer which served to cause an increase in the direct labor hours and manufacturing
dollars expended. The equipment description outlines the utilization and development philosophy behind our
approach and the final design goals which we will attain.
The section concerned with performance specifications shall serve to depict those areas wherein variations
occured during and after the time that contractual considerations were made. Most of these changes occured
in the form of an addendum sheet to the basic contract.
During our proposal period consideration was given by the proposal team to base our design philosphy
upon certain basic criteria developed and maintained as part of standard approaches to unique areas
in the field of viewing and printing technology. It was with this standard approach in mind that we proceeded
to propose in the areas of film transport mechanisms, sensitometric considerations and several other areas as
outlined.
The problem areas encountered such as the condenser lens design, and the incorporation of the 10x10
print capability to mention a few are once again based on the fact that a standard condenser lens was considered
at the proposal period only to find it was not sufficient for the quality and illumination characteristics re-
quired and the request stated in the addendum package for the additional print capability, the latter not having
been considered in the original proposal.
The areas of consideration define each of these problems in detail stressing such points as interface, redesign
and additional considerations required for each category.
The status, labor hours and cost summary will show the ?hours and dollars expended to date by category, the
percentage of each category that is completed and the material dollars remaining to completion.
During the initial and interim phases of this project the program was tracked in accordance with the
accounting and administrative proceedures as shown in the charts and progress reports submitted on a monthly basis
to the contractors representitive.
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It is our belief that the operational system to be realized from this development effort despite the
problems realized to date will prove to be a satisfactory, highly reliable and usefull instrument in the
performance of its required mission. The efficiency as such a system is easily measured and we are sure
quite apparent to the users organization for which it is intended.
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EQUIPMENT DESCRIPTION
The Photointerpretation Rapid Copy Viewer-Printer is a highly versatile single console
instrument providing rapid access to 10- by 10- or 20- by 20-inch damp dry prints for tactical
briefing conferences. The viewer-printer accepts either chip or roll film input photography in
standard widths from 70 millimeters to 9 1/2 inches. This imagery is projected at any of five
magnifications (2,4.1,6.8,10 & 21x) onto a 20- by 20-inch viewing screen. A two-speed film trans-
port system with y-axis translation capability permits the selection of any portion of the input
material for viewing and printing. The printer module employs a diffusion transfer reversal (DTR)
process to produce positive to positive prints. All operating controls are conveniently located
within easy reach of a seated operator.
The P.I. Rapid Copy Viewer-Printer satisfies the film editing and copying requirements of most
photointerpretation facilities. Primary emphasis is placed on simplicity of operation, both in
preliminary loading functions and in equipment control and manipulation. Photographically trained
personnel are not required for operation and maintenance.
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Sizes
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PERFORMANCE SPECIFICATIONS
Original Proposal
70mm to 9 1/2 inches, up to
1,000 - Foot Spool Capacity
Present Design
Same
Chip Loading*
Output Print 20 x 20 inch cut sheet 20 x 20 inch cut sheet*
Size (Damp Dry) &10 x 10 inch cut sheet
Printing Characteristics
Magnification 2,4.1,6.8,10 & 21x 2,4.08,6.79,10.48 & 22x*
Light Source G.E. 1500124/15 Lamp Same
Resolution Measured At
Output Platen, Lines Per MM
2,4.1, 6.8x 10 Same (At 2,4.08,6.79, x)
10x 7 Same (At 10.48x)
21x 5 Same (At 22x)
Printing & Processing Technique
Diffusion Transfer - Anken Same
Process, Positive-to-positive
Exposure Time Less than 1 second Same
Exposure Control Manual Automatic*
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PERFORMANCE SPECIFICATIONS (Cont.)
Original Proposal Present Design
Controls
On-Off All circuits Energized Same
In the "Power-On" condition
Print Push Button to Initiate Print Cycle Same
Footage Indicator BI-Directional
Display
X Indicator Resetable for each frame
Y Indicator
Magnification
Same
Same
Nonresetable, + indication Same
of distance from Optical centerline
Selection Automatic Same
Mirror
Control Automatic Same
Installation Data
Operating Conditions Room Light Cassette
Operations, safe-light loading Loading*
Mounting Data Locking-Type Casters with leveling jacks*
Weight 900 pounds Same
Power 115 volts, 60 cycles AC, Same
20 amperes
Size Approved ForARI8Rima2gry0?(96 gii-ofq8 iNivoAo ova onggi-a 38.
x 76" height
Deep x 83 3/4 Height
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PERFORMANCE SPECIFICATION IMPROVEMENTS
Output Print Size - 10 x 10 Inch Cut Sheet
Cost Saving (Material) 60-75%
Ease of Handling
Reduction in Processing Time
Area Selection of Large Format
Magnification - Revised Optical Path Length
Reduced Width of Console
Allowed for better human engineering and overall configuration
Better Access to Chip Loading Mechanism (Original Configuration almost impossible
to load film chips from front to machine)
_Exposure Control - Automatic
Improved print quality
Increased Speed of Operation
Operating Conditions - Cassette Loading
No darkroom loading necessary
Increased speed of material loading and material change over (20" to 10" size)
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PERFORMANCE SPECIFICATIONS IMPROVEMENTS (cont.)
Mounting Data Leveling Jacks
Improve Console Mounting
Better Alignment Between Viewer and Printer Processor
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DESIGN PHILOSOPHY
Past Experience
Variable Width Rear Projection Viewers
Dual Magnification Viewers
Mensuration Viewer
Precision Film Reader
Film Record Reader
Jr. Film Reader
RAPP Variable Format Printer
IOW
Formalized Experience and Standard Approach
Film Transports
Platent Assemblies
Image Registration
Chip Loading
Drive Mechanisms
Cassette Loading
Variable Magnification Drivers
Condenser Design
Operational Considerations
Human Engineering
Sensitometric Requirements
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Proposed Philosophy based on RAPP II prior to formal results of operational
capabilites.
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DESIGN PHILOSOPHY (cont)
Utilization of Following Standards
Lens Turret Design
Condenser System
Film Loading & on Loading
Sensitometric Requirement
Controls - Manual - Automatic.
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PROBLEM AREAS
CONDENSOR DESIGN
CHIP MECHANISM
CAPPING SHUTTER
10 x 10 PRINT
INTERNEGATIVE MATERIAL
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ARES OF CONSIDERATION
Increase in Material Costs
Impact of Material Change EK 4427-2427
Increase in Overhead - G&A Rates
FILM CHIP MECHANISM
Anticipated Use of Standard Design
Loading & Unloading
Maintain Image Quality
Maintain Registration
X-Translation of Chip
10 x 10 PRINTS
Original Proposal 20 x 20 Only
Adjustable Loading Control
Centering of 10 x 10 format
Maintain Dimensional Integrity
Human Engineering
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AREAS OF CONSIDERATION (cont.)
AUTOMATIC EXPOSURE CONTROL
Semi-Automatic Control Originally Considered
Eng. Investigation for Optimum Unit
Interface Machanical
Interface Electrical
Interface Processor
MISCELLANEOUS
Adjustable Masks (Chips)
Mechanisms
Exposure Platen
Modify Edge Guides
10" - 20" Pilot Light Automatic
Interface Mechanical
Interface Electrical
Corner Marking (10x10)
Align & Calibration
Rotation to Flipping Mirror
Human Engineering
Original Configuration
Capping Shutter
3 Folding Mirrors (From One)
Configuration
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STATUS
Engineering 92.9% - Completed D.L.H.
Design & Drafting 84.7% Completed D.L.H.
Procurement 42.9% Material Dollars Expended
Manufacturing 30.9 Completed D.L.H.
Assembly 35.1 Completed D.L.H.
Test 0% Completed D.L.H.
Category
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Identify &
Communicate
Identify &
Center Only
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Photolab
OPERATIONAL EFFICIENCY
Printer
10-20-40
Time Consuming
? Necessity for Re-Work High
? Communication Problem
Vik
Processing Delivery of
End Product
? 30 Seconds
? No interface or communication problems
? P.I. Controls entire operation
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Delivery of
End Product
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FIRST MONTHLY REPORT
DATE TO: March 31, 1967
1.0 Activity During Reporting Period
PROJECT
During this reporting period the work schedules have been planned
and plotted on spreadsheets. The general plan as presented in the
proposal bar chart has been reversed to more realistically reflect
the work schedules anticipated.
MECHANICAL
The heart of the mechanical configuration is based on the optical
path layout. This path length was revised from 54 to 75 inches and
is more compact to allow better operator access to the film platen.
The film chip accomodation (section 2.7 of the proposal) plays a sub-
stantial part in the optical path layout since it requires operator
access to the film platen. The external configuration is still
as shown in the proposal with the only exception being the film
transport not centered over the viewing screen but slightly to the
left. The x translation is being incorporated to drive only the
platen assembly.
The mechanical design layout is proceeding to incorporate the lens
tree assembly, the film drive, the condenser assembly, the printer/
process interface and other major sub assemblies.
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OPTICAL
With the new optical path length a revised selection of projection
lenses has been made. The rotating mirror has been eliminated and
the change from viewing to printing mode is accomplished by a
flipping mirror. This mirror also serves as a light valve to pre-
vent unwanted viewing screen illumination caused by room ambient light
from entering the optical path during printing. The condenser scheme
was programed for computer analysis by the optical engineering section.
A number of exposure control schemes have been formulated but not
finalized. Fine focus will be motorized rather than manually operated.
ELECTRICAL
The control panel and control panel logic was organized. The number
of controls was increased to more closely follow the requirements
in the proposal and the addendum. The location of the control panel
has not been finalized but it appears that part may be on the vertical
face and part may be on the horizontal table. A parts list and circuit
diagrams from other similar units were being investigated to assist
in early expediting of parts.
PRINTER/PROCESSOR
Tentative layout of processing module has been prepared. Interface
was discussed with the viewer module design group for common situations
of human engineering, optical alignment, mechanical instruction and
electrical circuitry, power and signal processing. The layout includes
all features listed in the proposal. Film and paper materials have
been ordered from Kodak and Anken for experimental purposes. Information
on assemblies and parts from the
platemaster equipment for use STAT
in the printer/processor was collected and was investigated. The film
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cassette design and the testing of processing chemistry was started.
1.A Percentage of Work Completed as of Reporting Date
A little better than 10% of the work has been completed as of 3/31/67.
2.0 Planned Activity for Next Reporting Period
PROJECT
On April 20, 1967 the contracting officer representative will visit
Discussions will concentrate on progress of the program and
interpretation of technical approaches.
MECHANICAL
The mechanical design layout and optical path layout will be com-
pleted. Detail of sub assemblies and parts should be started. The
film chip scheme and platen traverse assembly should be worked out.
OPTICAL
The projection lenses will be ordered. The condenser lenses should
be finalized with detail drawings and specifications. The exposure
control scheme will be completed and incorporated into the control
panel logic.
ELECTRICAL
Long lead items will be ordered. The control panel logic will be
near completion. Main circuit diagrams are to be initiated.
PRINTER/PROCESSOR
Two trips are planned. One is to for drawings STAT
and spare parts from the 20" x 24" Platemaster. The other trip
is to
for discussion of sensitometer and
chemistry. Con-
tinuation of design layout and experimental work on sensitometer,
chemistry and exposure control. An order will be placed for finalized
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components. There will be continuation of interface liaison with
viewer console group.
3.0 Unresolved Technical Problems
a. The exposure control scheme.
b. The condenser lenses configuration and specifications.
c. The film chip platen and x traverse assembly.
d. Investigation data needed for processing chemistry, sensitometer
and photometry.
4.0 Unresolved Contractual Problems
See letter of 29 March 1967 to Contracting Officer of the program
from
5.0 Oral Agreements or Understanding Not Requiring Approval
None
6.0 Oral Agreements or Understanding Requiring Approval
None
7.0 Unresolved Matters
None
8.0 Status of Funds
See separate sheet.
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PHOTO INTERPRETATION RAPID COPY VIEWER/PRINTER
SECOND MONTHLY REPORT
DATE TO: April 30, 1967
Activity During Reporting Period
PROJECT
On April 20, 1967 the contracting office representative visited
Every detail of the program was reviewed. Much of what
was discussed has become part of this progress report.
MECHANICAL
Detailing has started in the lens turret and mirror mounting areas.
Engineering design continues on the film transport, condenser as-
sembly, condenser drive and film chip platen area. The X traverse
for film chips will be motorized rather than manual. The cabinets
of the viewer and the printer-processor will be matched in size
even though the printer-processor could have its outer skin reduced.
OPTICAL
The projection lenses have been ordered. The design of the condenser
lenses is about 90% complete. Calculations have been performed for
the depth of focus and depth of field for each magnification using
the required resolution figures. The aperture settings have been
determined for each lens. The mirror specifications and mirror thick-
ness are being investigated.
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The contracting office representative called requesting that the
masking not be considered fixed for each chip size but adjustable
to accommodate any chip size not smaller than 70 by 70mm and not
larger than 9 1/2 by 9 1/2 inches. Non-centering of the film
chip could result from the adjustable masks. The roll film masks
would also be adjustable. The adjustable masking approach will be
investigated during the next report period.
The exposure control is one of the more important areas that was
discussed with the contracting office representative. The design
goals of the exposure control scheme as it now stands is as follows:
1. Lamp: Use the 1500 watt bulb called for in the proposal.
2. Lamp Voltage Control: Manual setting of lamp voltage control
during viewing. The setting should be indicative of the format
presented, therefore, the voltage setting, lamp brightness, shall
be the same during printing. The lamp shall not be used for any
photographic override.
3. Lamp Shutter: Investigate the possibility of a lamp shutter
for the exposure of the print. Possibility of the lamp on and
off performing the shuttering. Also, possibility of combination
of lamp shutter and lamp on and off.
4. Neutral Density Filters: A reduction ratio to drop the viewing
light down to an acceptable print light value. This will only be
used if the calculations indicate unreasonably fast exposure times.
However, there is a good possibility that the use of a diffuser will
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serve the purpose of gross light reduction in the print mode.
Therefore a mechanism is to be provided which will intersect
the condenser light beam and carry provisions for both a diffuser
and a neutral density filter.
5. Heat Absorbing Filters: Heat absorbing filters will be mounted
in the condenser system. The 45' mirror will be a dichroic
"cold" mirror. The heat absorbing filter should be placed be-
tween the dichroic mirror and the main condenser lenses.
6. Filter Wheel: No filter wheel will be included.
7. Lens Aperture Setting: The lens apertures shall be set at one
fixed opening. An attempt will be made to equalize illumination
by the aperture stop setting chosen for each lens magnification.
Evenness of illumination will also have an effect on the aperture
setting.
8. Lens Shutter: No lens shutters will be used for exposure timing.
Lenses will be purchased without shutters.
9. Diffuser: A diffuser plate will be used in the printing mode.
It will not be used during viewing.
10. Exposure Metering: A reflection type probe (similiar to those
used in photographic enlargers) exposure meter is to be used.
It shall integrate the light reflected from the entire print
format. The exposure meter information shall be used to time
the shutter action. No readout will be available.
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11. Exposure Override: A continuously varying dial with 1/2
stop readings to + 2 stops. A central position will be a
factory calibrated expousre setting.
12. Exposure Time: The "less than one second" exposure time is
under investigation. It may be necessary to change this re-
quirement to ".5 second to 2 seconds" exposure time range.
Many parameters presently under investigation influence
the exposure time, however, this area should be finalized
before the end of the next reporting period.
ELECTRICAL
Long lead items are being ordered. The main functional block dia-
gram has been started.
PRINTER-PROCESSOR
The design is countinuing with the following percent complete
results, the drive 50%, frame 100%, vacuum platen 90%, transport
positive paper cassette
in most of these areas.
to processor 50%. Detailing was started
Trips were made to
STAT
Useable parts
of the
"Platemaster" were determined.
STAT
Film information
was gained on
the
)TR Process (Diffusion
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Transfer Reversal).
The finished print sandwich will exit at hand height in the
center processor-printer rather than lower right hand corner. There
is no need for print tray; the operator opens a door and remove
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the print sandwich by hand. Edge guides used in the exposure
platen will be clear plastic.
1.a. Percentage of Work Complete as of Reporting Date
Better than 20% of the work has been completed as of 4/30/67.
2.0 Planned Activity for Next Reporting Period
MECHANICAL
Continuation of design layout and detailing. The film transport,
condenser lens drive and film chip platen should be designed.
OPTICAL
Condenser lens complete. Drawings will be made of each lens and
the lenses will be ordered.
ELECTRICAL
Continuation of parts ordering and circuit drawing layout. Finalize
control panel.
PRINTER-PROCESSOR
Continue design and detailing of printer-processor.
3.0 Unresolved Technical Problems
3.1 Film Chip Insertion and Masking
3.2 Exposure Cycle Details and Exposure Time Duration
4.0 Unresolved Contractual Problems
None
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5.0 Oral Agreements or Understandings not Requiring Approval (Between
Contracting Office Representive and Project Manager)
5.1 Leveling casters on printer-processor same as viewer, no
shock absorbers.
5.2 Fine focus control knob not in easy access location.
5.3 Magnifications changed slightly but still within tolerance
of original proposal.
5.4 Three folding mirrors instead of one.
5.5 Rotating mirror replaced by flipping mirror.
5.6 Optical path length is 75 inches not 54 inches.
5.7 Corner markings for 10 x 10 image.
5.8 Center cross hair 1" by .005" wide.
5.9 Motorized fine focus instead of manual.
5.10 Resolution requirements assumed to be AWAR, some areas lower
than others.
5.11 Image Plane Sizes
Magnification Film Size Image
2.01X 9 1/2" Clear area around edge
4.08X Cut off .050 of edge of film
6.79X 70mm Clear area around edge
10.48X 1 7/8" Area on screen
21.97X 7/8" Area on screen
5.12 Filter wheel is out.
5.13 Neutral density filter is out.
5.14 Possible use of diffuser plate during printing.
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5.15 There has been an increase in the number of controls.
5.16 The 10" - 20" pilot light is automatic.
5.17 Exposure platen to have vertical edge guides, made of
transparent plastic if possible, not to cover more than
1/2" from each edge.
6.0 Oral Agreements or Understandings Requiring Approval (Written)
6.1
Exposure Time: Request revision of "less than one second",
exposure time. Would like to consider ".5 to 2 second range;"
requested.
6.2 Film Chip: Use of adjustable masks. Customer requested.
7.0 Unresolved Matters
None
8.0 Status of Funds
See separate sheet.
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*NOTE: Where shown, all expenditures include the appropriate
Overhead and/or G&A. The Accrued Fee is shown separately
for greater clarity.
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PHOTO INTERPRETATION RAPID COPY VIEWER/PRINTER
THIRD MONTHLY REPORT
DATE TO: May 31, 1967
1.0 Activity During Reporting Period
MECHANICAL
The lens turret assembly has been released for procurement. A
preliminary layout was made of the cabinet frame. Work will continue
on the frame as each sub-assembly design area is complete. Early
release of the frame is necessary because of its long delivery time.
The condenser assembly and the condenser drive are now in design
detailing. The film transport, film drive and film chip drive are
also in design detailing.
OPTICAL
The condenser lenses design is complete. The mirrors have been
specified and have been ordered. The only remaining optical area is the
finalizing of the photometry for view and printing illumination. A
Kodak photo-electric exposure-time meter is being investigated as the
most probable unit for automatic exposure control. As per the proposal
and the contract there is no capability for image rotation.
ELECTRICAL
The circuit drawings are being prepared. Parts lists have been formulated
and parts are being procured. The film drive scheme is being investigated
to determine motors, torques and linear film speeds. A main functional
schematic has been prepared showing all the electrical performance
functions necessary for the viewer and printer-processor and their interface.
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PRINTER-PROCESSOR
Design detailing and release for procurement is continuing.
Laboratory work is being performed on photographic material sensitometry.
The cutting knife and metering assembly have been received from IBP.
Drawings are 75% complete. DTR process samples of improved receptor
sheet and transfer solution have been received.
2.0 Planned Activity for Next Reporting Period
MECHANICAL
Continuation of design layout and detailing. All main sub-assemblies
will be design engineered and in design detailing. Parts to be re-
leased for procurement as soon as a sub-assembly is completed.
OPTICAL
Completion of photometry light levels and ordering of the photo-electric
exposure meter. This unit will be designed into the main viewing console
for an off-axis reflection view of the entire 20x20 exposure platen.
Condenser lenses to be released for procurement.
ELECTRICAL
Circuits to be finalized with all parts being released.
PRINTER-PROCESSOR
Continue detailing of printer-processor with release of all finished
items. Continue laboratory sensitometry effort. Possible start of
printer-processor assembly.
3.0 Unresolved Technical Problems
3.1 Exposure cycle details and exposure time duration.
3.2 [-----lawaiting written comments on previous progress report.
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4.0 Unresolved Contractual Problems
STAT 4.1 1-----)waiting written comments on item (6) of previous progress
report.
5.0 Oral Agreements or Understandings (Between contracting representative
and Project Manager)
5.1 The fine focus is motorized with linear (vertical) velocity
reduced by a factor of 2 over AM-4 design.
6.0 Oral Agreement or Understanding Requiring Approval
6.1 See previous monthly report.
7.0 Unresolved Matters
None
8.0 Status of Funds
See separate sheet.
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PHOTO INTERPRETATION RAPID COPY VIEWER/PRINTER
FOURTH MONTHLY REPORT
DATE TO: June 30, 1967
1.0 Activity During Reporting Period
MECHANICAL
All engineering design work has been completed. The film transport
and condenser assembly are being detailed. The installation drawing
as well as the installation data sheets have been prepared and were
forwarded to the C.O.R. earlier.
OPTICAL
Mirrors and condenser lens are out for quotation. The
photo- STAT
electric operation manual was received and is being reviewed for its
suitability.
ELECTRICAL
The circuit drawings are being finalized.
PRINTER-PROCESSOR
The Printer-Processor drawings have been 100% released for fabrication
and procurement. The negative cassette contains/75 ft. of material
and the positive contains 200 ft. of material.
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2.0 Planned Activity for Next Reporting Period
MECHANICAL
Completion of all details and release of 90% of all hardware.
OPTICAL
Place the order for lens and mirror. Place the order for the Kodak
exposure meter.
ELECTRICAL
Complete electrical circuit drawings.
PRINTER-PROCESSOR
Start assembly of Printer-Processor.
3.0 Unresolved Technical Problems
No new unresolved technical problems.
4.0 Unresolved Contractual Problems
4.1 Delivery date on condenser lens is January 2, 1968.
4.2 Assembly of the viewer printer will probably not start until
the month of October, 1967 rather than September as originally
planned.
5.0 Oral Agreements or Understandings
No new oral agreements or understandings.
6.0 Oral Agreements or Understandings Requiring Approval
No new oral agreements or understandings requiring approval.
7.0 Unresolved Matters
No new unresolved matter.
8.0 Status of Funds
See separate sheet.
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Proposal Number 66-3557
PHOTOINTERPRETATION RAPID COPY VIEWER/PRINTER
Addendum #1
This addendum to the Photointerpretation Rapid Copy Viewer/Printer pro-
posal has been generated to clarify several of the performance features of
this equipment. The related proposal paragraphs are identified with each
item for appropriate reference.
Item 1 Screen Illumination - Variation in illumination level between any
two points on the viewing screen will not exceed 20%. (Para. 2.4)
Item 2 Exposure Control - In order to simplify equipment operation and in-
sure generation of quality prints, an automatic exposure control
device will be included. This system element will control both
printing lamp intensity and lens shutter timing to produce properly
exposed prints. The photosensing device will view the completely
illuminated negative format and produce electronic signals equivalent
to the integrated density characteristics of the image. A manual
override capability will be provided to allow operator control of
exposure should this be required. (Para. 2.4.2.)
Item 3 Film Chip Accommodation - Provisions will be included in the Film
Transport Design for x translation of input film chips. This trans-
lation will be initiated manually from the control panel with suit-
able connections to a rack and pinion assembly mounted orthogonally
to the Y translation axis. (Para. 2.7)
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Item 4 Focus Control - The equipment will contain the facility for fine focus
of any of the five (5) lenses. Since the lens configuration is
mounted on a single vertical shaft, vertical translation of the shaft
can provide fine focus control for any lens position. During fac-
tory test and alignment of this equipment nominal lens position focus
will be established for each magnification. (Para. 2.3)
Item 5 Variable Transport - The film and paper transport utilized in the
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Processor may be accommodated to accept either 10" wide or 20" wide
material. Metering of both materials may be adjusted to avoid ex-
cessive waste. Changeover from wide to narrow web material is accom-
plished by control panel adjustment of metered length and modifica-
tion of film guides and spool mountings. Suitable masking isprovided
at the print platen to avoid fogging of unexposed sensitized material.
The minimum size of the output format will be 10" x 10".
The input materials will be cassette-spooled with spacers provided
on the mounting spindles for aligning either size format with respect
to the Printer platen. The procedure for changing from 20" x 20"
to 10" x 10" prints will consist of removing the 20" cassettes,
removal of the 20" paper and substituting the 10" spools with the
attached spacers, manually sliding the negative film drive roller
assembly to the detent position marked 10, threading the new materials,
and rotating a hinged light mask into position. The film and paper
metering and cut-off system will be automatically adjusted by the
position of the negative film drive rollers and a pilot lamp at the
operators control panel will indicate the print size.
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The use of a paper cassette, hinged light mask, and a sliding
drive roller system will provide a rapid change-over capability with
a down-time requirement of less than five (5) minutes. The cassettes
may be darkroom loaded and then loaded in the viewer/printer under
normal room light. (Para. 2.9)
Item 6 Processor Assembly - The diffusion transfer reversal processing assem-
bly may be removed for cleaning. Under normal operating conditions
this assembly should be cleaned periodically every two weeks. The
processor plumbing will include a filter assembly which must also
be replaced periodically. The processor pinch roller assembly will
contain scrapping knives to prevent chemical buildup on the roller
portion. (Para. 2.9)
Item 7 Operating Life of Chemistry- Under continuous use at 100 prints per
day the processing chemicals must be replaced daily, however, if the
printing rate is not achieved on a daily basis, then the chemicals
may be utilized up to approximately one week or until the 100 print
level is reached. Extention of the operating life of the chemistry
may be accomplished by returning the solution from the processing
tray to the container when not in constant use and maintenance of
the ambient room environment (below 80?F).
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PHOTO INTERPRETATION RAPID COPY VIEWER/PRINTER
SIXTH MONTHLY REPORT
DATE TO: August 31, 1967
Activity During Reporting Period
PROJECT
Program was stopped during the week of August 7, 1967 due to an
anticipated overrun.
2.0 Planned Activity for Next Reporting Period
See Section (1.0)
3.0 Unresolved Technical Problems
See Section (1.0)
%.0 Unresolved Contractual Problems
See Section (1.0)
6.0 Oral Agreements or Understanding
See Section (1.0)
6.0 Oral Agreements or Understanding Requiring Approval
See Section (1.0)
7.0 Unresolved Matters
See Section (1.0)
5.0 Status of Funds
See Section (1.0)
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