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Launch vehicle integration requirements for SP-100

Description: SP-100 is the designation for a nuclear reactor-based power plant being developed for both civil and military missions beginning in the 1990s for such potential space applications as communication satellites, space radar, electric propulsion and space stations. Typically, a system using the SP-100 along with a selected upper stage system would be launched by the National Space Transportation System (NSTS) Space Shuttle System into a near-earth orbit, deployed, and through upper stage propulsion… more
Date: January 31, 1984
Creator: Shaw, L. T. Jr. & Womack, J. R.
Partner: UNT Libraries Government Documents Department
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SP-100 attitude control pathfinder study. Technical information report

Description: This report delineates the scope of Jet Propulsion Laboratory`s FY`83 effort in the attitude control area in support of the SP-100 program. Dynamic modeling of the baseline beam configuration has been conducted and is presented herein. As a first cut, the beam is treated as rigid. Its inherent flexibility is then integrated via the hybrid coordinates method. Using the resulting dynamical equations, a preliminary look at attitude control is taken. Only one axis of rotational one flexible mode ar… more
Date: March 1, 1984
Creator: Eke, F. O.; Graff, S. H.; Laskin, R. A. & Swan, P. A.
Partner: UNT Libraries Government Documents Department
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Electron cyclotron resonance deposition of amorphous silicon alloy films and devices

Description: This report describes work to develop a state-of-the-art electron cyclotron resonance (ECR) plasma-enhanced chemical vapor deposition (PECVD) system. The objective was to understand the deposition processes of amorphous silicon (a-Si:H) and related alloys, with a best-effort improvement of optoelectronic material properties and best-effort stabilization of solar cell performance. ECR growth parameters were systematically and extensively investigated; materials characterization included constant… more
Date: October 1, 1992
Creator: Shing, Y. H. (Jet Propulsion Lab., Pasadena, CA (United States))
Partner: UNT Libraries Government Documents Department
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Project SAGE: solar assisted gas energy project. Interim report No. 2

Description: A preliminary description is given of Project SAGE, the solar assisted gas energy (SAGE) water heating system currently being tested and evaluated in Southern California. A statement of the goals and objectives of the SAGE water heating program, a general description of the project in addition to system performance data, evaluations and economic analyses of the various pilot studies, and field test installations are presented.
Date: August 1, 1976
Creator: Hirshbert, A.; Barbieri, R.; Bartera, R.; Lingwall, J.; Schoen, R. & Vault, R.
Partner: UNT Libraries Government Documents Department
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Low-cost silicon solar array project. First annual report, January 1975--March 1976

Description: The Low-Cost Silicon Solar Array Project (LSSA) was established to greatly reduce the price of solar arrays by the improvement of manufacturing technology, by adaptation of mass production techniques, and by helping achievement of user acceptance. The Project's approach includes the development of technology, its transfer by industry to commercial practice, the evaluation of the economics involved, and the stimulation of market growth. The activities and progress of the LSSA Project during its … more
Date: August 9, 1976
Partner: UNT Libraries Government Documents Department
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Cost of energy from utility-owned solar electric systems. A required revenue method for ERDA/EPRI evaluations

Description: This methodology calculates the electric energy busbar cost from a utility-owned solar electric system. This approach is applicable to both publicly- and privately-owned utilities. Busbar cost represents the minimum price per unit of energy consistent with producing system-resultant revenues equal to the sum of system-resultant costs. This equality is expressed in present value terms, where the discount rate used reflects the rate of return required on invested capital. Major input variables de… more
Date: June 1, 1976
Partner: UNT Libraries Government Documents Department
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Low-Cost Silicon Solar Array Project. Quarterly report 3, October 1976--December 1976

Description: The potential for future widespread use of photovoltaic systems for the generation of electric power was the motivation for the establishment, in January 1975, of the Photovoltaic Conversion Program by ERDA's Division of Solar Energy. The Program's activities are planned to develop and to promote the use of photovoltaic systems to such an extent that the private sector will produce and utilize cost-competitive photovoltaic systems. As part of the ERDA Program, the Low-Cost Silicon Solar Array P… more
Date: January 1, 1976
Partner: UNT Libraries Government Documents Department
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Surfactant studies for bench-scale operation. First quarterly technical progress report, July 1, 1992--September 30, 1992

Description: A phase II study has been initiated to investigate surfactant-assisted coal liquefaction, with the objective of quantifying the enhancement in liquid yields and product quality. This publication covers the first quarter of work. The major accomplishments were: (1) the refurbishment of the high-pressure, high-temperature reactor autoclave, (2) the completion of four coal liquefaction runs with Pittsburgh {number_sign}8 coal, two each with and without sodium lignosulfonate surfactant, and (3) the… more
Date: December 30, 1992
Creator: Hickey, G. S. & Sharma, P. K.
Partner: UNT Libraries Government Documents Department
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Surfactant studies for bench-scale operation. Final technical progress report, July 1, 1992--March 31, 1994

Description: The present work effort relates to an investigation of surfactant-assisted coal liquefaction with the objective of quantifying the enhancement in overall coal conversions and the product quality. Based on the results of a Phase 1 preliminary study on the effect of several surfactants on coal liquefaction, sodium lignosulfonate was chosen as the surfactant for a detailed parametric study to be conducted at JPL using a batch autoclave reactor. These tests primarily related to thermal liquefaction… more
Date: March 31, 1994
Creator: Hickey, G. S. & Sharma, P. K.
Partner: UNT Libraries Government Documents Department
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Development of Bypassed Oil Reserves Using Behind Casing Resistivity Measurements

Description: Tubing and rods of the S.P. Pedro-Nepple No.1 well were pulled and the well was prepared for running of Schlumberger's Cased Hole Formation Resistivity Tool (CHFR) in selected intervals. The CHFR tool was successfully run and data was captured. The CHFR formation resistivity readings were compared to original open hole resistivity measurements. Separation between the original and CHFR resistivity curves indicate both swept and un-swept sand intervals. Both watered out sand intervals and those w… more
Date: April 2, 2006
Creator: Conner, Michael G. & Blesener, Jeffrey A.
Partner: UNT Libraries Government Documents Department
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What Works Clearinghouse Intervention Report: Lovaas Model of Applied Behavior Analysis

Description: This report analyzes research performed to test the Lovaas Model of Applied Behavior Analysis. This behavior modification technique uses prompting and reinforcement to help with children who have disabilities.
Date: August 2016
Creator: What Works Clearinghouse (Institute of Education Sciences)
Partner: UNT Libraries Government Documents Department
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Model Study of Wave and Surge Action, Naval Operating Base, Terminal Island, San Pedro, California

Description: The study reported herein was conducted in 1944 at the Waterways Experiment Station for the Bureau of Yards and Docks, U. S. Navy Department. Its purpose was to determine the best of several plans proposed for protecting the piers and dry docks at the Naval Operating Base, Terminal Island, San Pedro, California, from the effects of wave and surge action.
Date: September 1947
Creator: Waterways Experiment Station (U.S.)
Partner: UNT Libraries Government Documents Department
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Titaniferous Magnetite Deposits, Los Angeles County, California

Description: Report issued by the Bureau of Mines over titanium deposits found in Los Angeles County. Details of the geology, physical features, and history of the deposits are presented. This report includes tables, maps, and illustrations.
Date: 1962
Creator: Benson, Willmar T.; Engel, A. L. & Heinen, H. J.
Partner: UNT Libraries Government Documents Department
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Stratigraphic Nomenclature of the Central Santa Monica Mountains, Los Angeles County, California

Description: From abstract: The stratigraphic nomenclature of the central Santa Monica Mountains is revised to conform with present knowledge of the age, distribution, and stratigraphic relations of about 35 bedrock units. The revision is based on 1:12,000-scale mapping of the entire stratigraphic sequence and its facies, the position and stage assignment of abundant fossils, and contact relations.
Date: June 16, 1979
Creator: Yerkes, R. F. & Campbell, Russell H.
Partner: UNT Libraries Government Documents Department
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Surfactant studies for bench-scale operation

Description: A phase II study has been initiated to investigate surfactant-assisted coal liquefaction, with the objective of quantifying the enhancement in liquid yields and product quality. This report covers the second quarter of work. The major accomplishments were (1) completion of coal liquefaction autoclave reactor runs with Illinois No. 6 coal at processing temperatures of 300, 325, and 350[degrees]C, and pressures of 1800 psig, (2) analysis of the filter cake and the filtrate obtained from the treat… more
Date: January 15, 1993
Creator: Hickey, G.S. & Sharma, P.K.
Partner: UNT Libraries Government Documents Department
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Direct conversion technology: Annual summary report CY 1988

Description: The overall objective of the Direct Conversion Technology task is to develop an experimentally verified technology base for promising direct thermal-to-electric energy conversion systems that have potential application for energy conservation in the end-use sectors. This report contains progress of research on the Alkali Metal Thermal-to-Electric Converter (AMTEC), and on the Two-Phase Liquid-Metal MHD Electrical Generator (LMMHD) for the period January 1988 through December 1988. Research on t… more
Date: December 1, 1988
Creator: Massier, P. F.; Bankston, C. P.; Fabris, G. & Kirol, L. D.
Partner: UNT Libraries Government Documents Department
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Energy conservation in citrus processing. Final project report

Description: Alternative energy conserving systems for use in citrus processing plants were synthesized and evaluated in terms of energy savings and economic return. The energy intensive operations that are carried out in citrus processing plants include conveying and extraction, concentration, peel drying, refrigeration, and pasteurization. The alternative energy conserving systems are synthesized from components and subsystems that are arranged to make use of energy cascading and thermodynamic regeneratio… more
Date: November 1, 1981
Creator: Leo, M. A.; Lari, R. I.; Moore, N. R.; Broussard, M. R. & Gyamfi, M.
Partner: UNT Libraries Government Documents Department
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Nuclear electric propulsion for future NASA space science missions

Description: This study has been made to assess the needs, potential benefits and the applicability of early (circa year 2000) Nuclear Electric Propulsion (NEP) technology in conducting NASA science missions. The study goals are: to obtain the performance characteristics of near term NEP technologies; to measure the performance potential of NEP for important OSSA missions; to compare NEP performance with that of conventional chemical propulsion; to identify key NEP system requirements; to clarify and depict… more
Date: July 20, 1993
Creator: Yen, Chen-wan L.
Partner: UNT Libraries Government Documents Department
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Direct conversion technology. Annual summary report CY 1991, January 1, 1991--December 31, 1991

Description: The overall objective of the Direct Conversion Technology task is to develop an experimentally verified technology base for promising direct conversion systems that have potential application for energy conservation in the end-use sectors. This report contains progress of research on the Alkali Metal Thermal-to-Electric Converter (AMTEC) and on the Two-Phase Liquid-Metal MHD Electrical Generator (LMMHD) for the period January 1, 1991 through December 31, 1991. Research on AMTEC and on LMMHD was… more
Date: January 7, 1992
Creator: Massier, P. F.; Back, L. H.; Ryan, M. A. & Fabris, G.
Partner: UNT Libraries Government Documents Department
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System Software and Tools for High Performance Computing Environments: A report on the findings of the Pasadena Workshop, April 14--16, 1992

Description: The Pasadena Workshop on System Software and Tools for High Performance Computing Environments was held at the Jet Propulsion Laboratory from April 14 through April 16, 1992. The workshop was sponsored by a number of Federal agencies committed to the advancement of high performance computing (HPC) both as a means to advance their respective missions and as a national resource to enhance American productivity and competitiveness. Over a hundred experts in related fields from industry, academia, … more
Date: April 1, 1993
Creator: Sterling, T.; Messina, P. & Chen, M.
Partner: UNT Libraries Government Documents Department
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Multifoil insulation study for weight reduction. Technical information report

Description: The purpose of the present task is to develop high temperature multi-foil insulation suitable for use in the SP-100 thermoelectric converter project. Part of this task involves careful examination of alternative foil and foil spacing materials with the goal of effecting significant weight savings over current state-of-the-art foil insulation. This task involved the determination of the state-of-the-art foils, ascertaining what data is available, what additional data is required, preliminary ass… more
Date: January 1, 1984
Creator: Glazer, S. D.
Partner: UNT Libraries Government Documents Department
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Surfactant studies for bench-scale operation. Fourth quarterly technical progress report, April 1, 1993--June 30, 1993

Description: A phase 2 study has been initiated to investigate surfactant- assisted coal liquefaction, with the objective of quantifying the enhancement in liquid yields and product quality. This report covers the fourth quarter of work. The major accomplishments were (1) Completion of coal liquefaction autoclave reactor runs and related analysis with Illinois {number_sign}6 coal with time as a variable at 375{degree}C, and pressures of 1800 psig; (2) an investigation into the mechanism of the effect that t… more
Date: July 23, 1993
Creator: Hickey, G. S. & Sharma, P. K.
Partner: UNT Libraries Government Documents Department
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