Preproposal Information for
Silicon Crossroads 2026 Call for Projects

Answer the following questions in a maximum of two pages. Keep the questions in the text and submit your answer below each one. Use at least 10pt font, no less than .25” margins, in PDF format. Only unclassified information should be included.

•	What are you trying to do? Articulate your objectives using absolutely no jargon.
•	How is it done today, and what are the limits of current practice?
•	What is new in your approach and why do you think it will be successful?
•	If you are successful, what difference will it make?
•	What are the risks?
•	How much will it cost?
•	How long will it take?
•	What are the mid-term and final “exams” to check for success (quantitative measures)?

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