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- A Computer Program to Optimize Magnets in a Beam Transport System*
- A computer program which optimizes the locations and strengths of magnets in a beam transport system has been written for the IBM 704 and 7090 computers Programs have been previously written which trace a ray through a system of magnets and determine its focusing properties When using such a program, one examines the characteristics of the emergent beam and then varies the parameters of the system manually to optimize it In the program which will now be described, the computer itself performs the examination and varies the parameters.
- Effects of Insulin of Hepatic Glucose Metabolism and Glucose Utilization by Tissues
- The mechanism whereby insulin lowers the blood glucose concentration is currently under extensive investigation. Despite the general agreement that the addition of insulin increases glucose uptake by various isolated tissues, the question has been raised whether administered insulin produces its blood sugar lowering effect in vivo primarily in increasing glucose uptake. Furthermore, it has been suggested that physiologically-released insulin may not exert the same effects as are produced by administered insulin. Attention has also been focused on whether insulin (exogenous or endogenous) exerts its action mainly or entirely on the liver and to what extent insulin influences glucose uptake and glucose production by the liver. The studies to be reported are a continuation of earlier work and are concerned with the effects of insulin, both exogenous and endogenous, on glucose utilization by the tissues and glucose production by the liver under various dietary condition in the unanethetized, intact dog, using C¹⁴ glucose.
- Response of Deep Two-Way-Reinforced and Unreinforced Concrete Slabs to Static and Dynamic Loading, Report 3: Static Tests of Deep Slabs Having a Span-to-Thickness Ratio of 4.12
- Partial abstract: "The objective of the investigation reported herein was to obtain laboratory response data for deep, two-way-reinforced and plain concrete slabs subjected to static overpressures in order to determine the response analysis necessary to analyze the target vulnerability of such structures under both active and passive defense situations" (p. 4).
- Tolerance Comparator
- The following report describes the design and intended function of the tolerance comparator device, a tool designed to aid those engaged in the manufacture and inspection of parts as defined by drawings using positional tolerances.
- Chemical Technology Division Annual Progress Report: for Period Ending May 31, 1969
- Report documenting the ongoing research and development of the Oak Ridge National Laboratory's Chemical Technology Division.
- Communities of Over 1000 Population With Water Containing in Excess of 1000 ppm of Total Dissolved Solids
- Report containing lists of communities within the United States that have a population over 1,000 and that have water supplies that contain total dissolved solids over 1,000 parts per million. These are listed separately by state and resource region.
- Health Physics Division Annual Progress Report, July 31, 1969
- From summary: "Report documenting research and developments made by the Health Physics Division of the Oak Ridge National Laboratory."
- An Introduction to the Description and Evaluation of Microwave Systems Using Terminal Invariant Parameters
- Report presenting the technical background and basis for a new method of evaluating certain performance parameters which are common to all microwave systems. A unique feature of the new measurement concept is its elimination of the precision waveguide and connector requirements for an important class of measurement problems.
- Pilot Plant Tests and Design Study of a 2.5 MGD Horizontal-Tube Multiple-Effect Plant
- From Summary: "Heat transfer coefficients for 2-, 2.5-, and 3-inch diameter horizontal aluminum-brass tubes are presented and correlated as functions of tube diameter, tube spacing, feed rate, feed salinity, heat flux, boiling point, and vapor velocity. A model of the heat transfer mechanism is proposed to explain and correlate the results."
- Sixth Annual Report: Freeport Test Facility, Freeport, Texas
- From Introduction: "The Sixth Annual Report presents a wide variety of information findings and recommendations concerning the Multiple-Effect VTE evaporation method of desalination. The included data are derived from the results obtained from operation, maintenance, and development studies conducted for the the U.S. Department of the Interior, Office of Saline Water, at Freeport, Texas. Not only are the technical, logistical, and economical evaluations for the Fiscal Year 1967 operations presented herein, but also the process and mechanical development program results as related to the process in particular, and desalination in general."
- A Study of Water Plant Isolation From Contamination
- From Introduction: "In this study, data has been obtained on radioactive nuclide concentrations in nuclear power plants of both the BWR direct cycle and the PWR indirect cycle. These data, together with leakage rates actually experienced in the PWR steam generators and with assumed leakage rates in brine heaters, are used to calculate concentrations of radioactive nuclides in the water plant product and effluent."
- Annual Report (FY 1968): Freeport Test Facility and Vertical-Tube-Evaporator Test-Bed Plant, Freeport, Texas
- Report that presents "information, findings, and recommendations concerning the multiple-effect falling-film-evaporation method of desalination" (p. 1).
- Development of Direct Contact Condensation Multistage Flash Distillation Process: Phase 1
- Report investigating the feasibility of the Atomics International Direct Contact Condensation Multistage Flash (DCC-MSF) Distillation process using "analytical and experimental studies on a direct contact condensation module and a plastic film heat exchanger. (p. iii)
- Experimental Program to Improve the VTE Distillation Process
- Report concerning research for the purpose of designing a fluted tube in downflow Vertical Tube Evaporator (VTE) operation. Liquid flowrate, salinity, and temperature are studied.
- Review of Existing and Potential Test Sites in Areas 18, 19, and 20, Pahute Mesa, Nevada Test Site
- Abstract: "Recent request for new sites has prompted an overall review of the Pahute Mesa area. The criteria used in this review are that the geology must be favorable and that horizontal spacing of emplacement holes being developed should be 2.5 to 3 times hole depth. The review shows that current emplacement requirements have exhausted available explored sites and have effectively eliminated 90 percent of the blocks of ground geologically favorable for chambered sites."
- Specifications for Selected Hydraulic-Powered Roof Supports: With a Methods to Estimate Support Requirement for Longwalls
- Report issued by the Bureau of Mines discussing hydraulic-powered roof support specifications. As stated in the abstract, "this report presents observations made by Bureau engineers regarding hydraulic-powered roof supports that are currently being used or have been used on nearly all operating long-walls in the United States" (p. 1). This report includes tables, and illustrations.
- Standard X-ray Diffraction Powder Patterns: Section 7. Data for 81 Substances
- Report documenting standard x-ray diffraction powder patterns for various compounds, intended to replace previous data or provide information for new substances. It describes the methods and, for each substance, outlines any previous data as well as information about the sample used and structural data, with a table of diffraction patterns.
- Value of Desalted Water for Irrigation
- From Introduction: "This report contains the results of a research study on the "Value of Desalted Water for Irrigation" undertaken in January 1967 by the Bureau of Reclamation and the Saline Water, United Sates Department of the Interior. The objectives of the study were: a. To determine, through application of desalting techniques, the costs and benefits associated with the progressive decreases in the salinity of irrigation water supplies. b. To identify the possible means of introducing desalted water into irrigation supply systems. To relate current desalting technology to potential applications in agriculture."
- Dynamics of Wheeled Vehicles, Report 1: A Mathematical Model for the Traversal of Rigid Obstacles by a Pneumatic Tire, Appendix B: Digital Implementation of Segmented Tire Model
- Summary: "This appendix presents the procedures for digital implementation of the segmented tire model, developed in the basic report for an analog computer. Two procedures are required: (a) determination of the segment spring coefficient from measured load-deflection test results, and (b) computation of the resultant force vector transmitted to the axle. Digital programs for both procedures were written in Fortran IV for a GE-420 system, and are included" (p. xi).
- An Economic and Engineering Analysis of the Electrodialysis Process
- Report containing an "economic and engineering analysis of the electrodialysis process" among eighteen different cases.
- Economics of Seawater Desalting in Combination with Ammonia and Power Production
- Report that examines the feasibility of lowering the operational cost of combining the production of desalted water, ammonia, and electricity.
- A Revision of Computer Code POWERCO (Cost of Electricity Produced by Nuclear Power Stations) to Include Breakdowns of Power Cost and Fixed Charge Rates
- Report that "describes a new version of the code, POWERC-50, which contains several changes" to the previous code, POWERCO-25, which was used to calculate "the levelized cost of electricity produced by nuclear power stations" (p. 1)
- The Sea Otter in the Eastern Pacific Ocean
- Summary of the sea otter in relation to the eastern Pacific Ocean, including physical characteristics, habitat requirements, general behavior, food and feeding behavior, distribution and numbers, reproduction, limiting factors, and behavior in captivity.
- Uranium in the Southern United States
- From introduction: The purpose of this study was to compile information on and systematically assess uranium and other radioactive occurrences in the region.
- Development of a Thin-Liquid-Film Membrane Unit for Desalination by Reverse Osmosis
- Report describing a contract to study laminar flow in narrow channels as a possible alternative to turbulent flow in wider channels for minimizing the losses in efficiency due to concentration polarization in the reverse osmosis process for desalination of sea water. A laboratory study and a practical study were both undertaken.
- Microwave Spectral Tables: Volume 3. Polyatomic Molecules With Internal Rotation
- From Introduction: "This volume contains data on the microwave spectra of 94 polyatomic molecules capable of exhibiting internal rotation, based upon a search of the literature up to July, 1962, but including some information of later dates."
- Midwest Tandem Cyclotron: A Proposal for a Regional Accelerator Facility
- Report issued by the Argonne National Laboratory discussing the proposal of the Midwest Tandem-Cyclotron accelerator facility. Descriptions of the facility designs, methods, and operations are presented. This report includes tables, illustrations, and photographs.
- Nuclear Safety Program Annual Progress Report: for Period Ending December 31, 1968
- Report containing material from several Oak Ridge National Laboratory groups regarding nuclear safety.
- Nuclear Weapons Effects Tests of Blast Type Shelters : A Documentary Compendium of Test Reports
- Report describing and comparing the effects of atomic explosions on a variety of family shelters. The structures, test conditions, and instrumentation are described.
- Annual Technical Progress Report, AEC Unclassified Programs: Fiscal Year 1968
- Annual report with the objectives of evaluating, producing, and maintaining an up-to-date set of basic nuclear data; producing and evaluating multigroup constants; and improving of present day methods of neutronic calculations as related to microscopic and macroscopic nuclear data, for unclassified research sponsored by the U.S. Atomic Energy Commission during FY 1968.
- Quarterly Technical Progress Report, AEC Unclassified Programs: Fiscal Year 1968
- Quarterly report with the objectives of evaluating, producing, and maintaining of an up-to-dat set of basic nuclear data; producing and evaluating of multigroup constants; and the improvement of present day methods of neutronic calculations as relates to microscopic and macroscopic nuclear data, for unclassified research sponsored by the U.S. Atomic Energy Commission during FY 1968.
- Design and Fabrication of a 50,000 GPD Portable Reverse Osmosis Pilot Plant
- Report regarding the first year of work designing and constructing a portable reverse osmosis pilot plant for converting brackish water.
- Field Operation of a Mobile Reverse Osmosis Pilot Plant
- Report that "covers the field operation of a 36-in. diameter pressure-vessel-type reverse osmosis system over a seven month period and the post-operational inspection of the unit and associated hardware" - (p. 1).
- Natural History of the King Rail
- Summary of the king rail, including history, distribution and migration, physical description, breeding biology, foods, feeding behavior, mortality factors, and status as a game bird.
- A New Design Concept for Reverse Osmosis Membrane Cells
- From Introduction: "A new concept, that of lateral permeation of product water through a porous substrate, is the basis for both the cost reduction study of plate-and-frame reverse osmosis units and the study of field replacement of membrane and is therefore the subject of the development studies encompassed by this report."
- Operation of a 50,000 GPD Portable Reverse Osmosis Pilot Plant
- From Introduction and Summary: "This report is essentially a continuation of Aerojet Report No. F1027-01-A, submitted to the Office of Saline Water in may 1967. These two reports present the results of the efforts under Contract No. DI 14-01-0001-930 and all amendments. * "
- Operation of a Reverse Osmosis Desalination Unit at Webster, South Dakota
- From Introduction: "This report covers the operation at Webster, South Dakota of an Aerojet Model 1-56OB-2 reverse osmosis (RO) unit purchased by the office of Saline Water (OSW) from Aerojet-General Corporation under Contract 14-0100001-1112."
- Piqua Nuclear Power Facility Operations Analysis Program Progress Report Number 9: 1966
- The following progress report describes the examination of elements removed in comparison to a previous study on the power facility reactor operations.
- Process and Configuration Development for Tubular Reverse Osmosis Units
- From Introduction and Summary: "The overall objective of this program was to develop an economical tubular reverse osmosis system for desalination of brackish water. Major emphasis was placed on the following aspects of the system. The work accomplished is summarized in the following paragraphs."
- Safety Evaluation of PNPF Modifications
- "The purpose of this report is to examine the safety aspects of PNPF restart on continued operation, after completion of the core cleanup and system modifications."
- Sul-BiSul Ion Exchange Process: Field Evaluation on Brackish Waters
- Report presenting the initial research concerning the SUL-biSUL process, which employed laboratory scale apparatus investigating the chemical reaction mechanisms of anion resin exhaustion. Subsequent preliminary studies employed pilot scale equipment investigating performance characteristics utilizing synthesized brackish water.
- Table of Proton-Proton Scattering Phase Shift as Calculated from the One-Pion Exchange Contribution
- The phase shifts for proton-proton scattering as calculated from the one-pion exchange contribution (OPEC) alone are of some interest because they describe the scattering correctly in the high angular momentum states, and because in the lower angular momentum states the deviation from the OPEC phases is an indication of the strength of the two-pion and higher exchanges processes. The attached table gives the proton-proton nuclear-bar phase shifts as calculated from OPEC. Phase shifts and mixing parameters are given in degrees, as function of the T, the laboratory kinetic energy of the incoming protons in Mev. Phase shift and mixing parameters are listed in the angular momentum states.
- An Analysis of Gravity Data in Area 12, Nevada Test Site
- This report summarizes the gravity data of the Area 12, Nevada Test Site.
- Development of Water Purification Systems Based on Reverse Osmosis
- Report demonstrating the concept of a small and disposable reverse-osmosis cartridge. Research includes "1) a search for suitable membrane supporting structures and materials during which the hydrodynamic characteristics of a number of potential materials were evaluated, 2) the evaluation of reverse-osmosis membranes cast directly on support materials and on reinforcing materials, and 3) the design, fabrication and testing of a small reverse-osmosis cartridge" (p. 1).
- An Evaluation of Advanced Converter Reactors
- From foreword: This report is an overall assessment of the technical status and economic potential of advanced converters and breeders, the role of thorium, various reactor fuel cycles, and a systems analysis of the future nuclear-electric power complex.
- An Evaluation of Alternate Coolant Fast Breeder Reactors
- From foreword: This report evaluates two types of reactors and provides a basis for their consideration in the assessment of the overall program of the AEC.
- An Evaluation of Steam-Cooled Fast Breeder Reactors
- From foreword: This report evaluates one family of reactors in the reactor development program of the AEC, an provides a basis for their consideration in the assessment of the overall program.
- Filling and Emptying System, Dardanelle Lock, Arkansas River: Hydraulic Model Investigation
- Report on investigations into the construction of a lock in the Arkansas River including results of model tests and recommendations.
- Mammals of Maryland
- Overview of the mammals of Maryland, including descriptions of the orders and maps depicting distribution of the mammals.
- Doppler and related measurements in a soft fast-reactor spectrum
- This report deals with a group of both theoretical and experimental investigations which have been carried out, utilizing Core 15, one in a series of critical assemblies that have been constructed at Atomics International's Epithermal Critical Experiments Laboratory (ECEL).