The study is presented in five sections: design loads, conceptual designs, trade studies, cost analysis and concept evaluation and ranking. Extensive appendixes provide back up calculations and data to support the results. Environmental forces and yaw moments acting on the barge and spar in the various design sea states are presented including wave, wind and current effects. A parametric analysis illustrates the impact on holding power requirement of varying the return periods for operational and extreme sea state. The conceptual designs are presented for the barge followed by those for the spar, including configuration definition, performance characteristics, interfaces, areas for development, and deployment scenarios for selected concepts. The concept definition is followed by a set of trade studies that were performed to evaluate candidate anchor types and anchor leg materials. Parametric variations in anchor leg characteristics, wire-rope-to-chain length ratio for example, illustrate the influence of the significant design parameters on performance. An extensive cost analysis of the candidate SKSS concepts is presented, including cost estimates, life cycle cost scenarios leading to expected value of life cycle cost, and cost equivalence of operational failures. An evaluation of the eight SKSS concepts is presented, including assessment of performance and rankings based on …

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A metallurgical analysis of a fractured Hastelloy C-276 brine injection pump shaft was carried out to determine the cause of failure. Loss of load carrying cross section due to intergranular corrosion by molten bronze bearing alloy followed by torsional overload of the remaining section was the cause of failure. Lack of evidence for brine induced corrosion or stress corrosion of the Hastelloy C-276 alloy is consistent with prior successful experience with this material in contact with high temperature, high salinity Salton Sea Geothermal Field brines.

Results of a reconnaissance geochemical survey of the Hutchinson Quadrangle, Kansas are reported. Field and laboratory data are presented for 592 groundwater and 616 stream sediment samples. Statistical and areal distributions of uranium and possible uranium-related variables are displayed. A generalized geologic map of the survey area is provided, and pertinent geologic factors which may be of significance in evaluating the potential for uranium mineralization are briefly discussed. The groundwater data indicate that the southwestern corner of the quadrangle offers some potential for uranium mineralization. Five large clusters of groundwaters with high uranium values occur here. Wells in the southwestern corner produce waters from the Permian Nippewalla Group and the overlying Kiowa Shale that often contain high concentrations of arsenic, molybdenum, selenium, and vanadium which are known to associate with uranium in sandstone deposits. The stream sediment data indicate that most of the uranium and thorium anomalies occur as placer-type concentrations associated with Quaternary deposits. There are three areas that show groups of high uranium and thorium concentrations in the stream sediments; one in the northeast in Chase, Lyon, Morris, and Wabaunsee Counties; one in Dickinson and Geary Counties; and the third, the large area west of long. 97/sup 0/ …

SOLARSIM is a quantitative computer model which calculates, on a regional and national basis, domestic water and domestic space and water heating loads for single family detached dwellings. SOLARSIM is also capable of performing life-cycle cost analyses of solar space and water heating systems of various levels of intricacy. The main function of SOLARSIM, a solar energy financial incentive model for the applications of solar water heating and solar space and water heating, is to estimate the impacts of different economic and financial incentive scenarios designed to accelerate the market penetration of solar energy heating systems.

A neutron counting method for inspecting borosilicate glass Raschig rings and an apparatus designed specifically for this method are discussed. The neutron count ratios for rings of a given thickness show a linear correlation to the boron oxide content of the rings. The count ratio also has a linear relationship to the thickness of rings of a given boron oxide content. Consequently, the experimentally-determined count ratio and physically-measured thickness of Raschig rings can be used to statistically predict their boron oxide content and determine whether or not they meet quality control acceptance criteria.

The general objective of the Near-Term Electric Vehicle Program is to confirm that, in fact, the complete spectrum of requirements placed on the automobile (e.g., safety, producibility, utility, etc.) can still be satisfied if electric power train concepts are incorporated in lieu of contemporary power train concepts, and that the resultant set of vehicle characteristics are mutually compatible, technologically achievable, and economically achievable. The focus of the approach to meeting this general objective involves the design, development, and fabrication of complete electric vehicles incorporating, where necessary, extensive technological advancements. A mid-term summary is presented of Phase II which is a continuation of the preliminary design study conducted in Phase I of the program. Information is included on vehicle performance and performance simulation models; battery subsystems; control equipment; power systems; vehicle design and components for suspension, steering, and braking; scale model testing; structural analysis; and vehicle dynamics analysis. (LCL)

SOLARSIM is a quantitative computer model which calculates, on a regional and national basis, domestic water and domestic space and water heating loads for single family detached dwellings. SOLARSIM is also capable of performing life-cycle cost analyses of solar space and water heating systems of various levels of intricacy. The main function of SOLARSIM, a solar energy financial incentive model for the applications of solar water heating and solar space and water heating, is to estimate the impacts of different economic and financial incentive scenarios designed to accelerate the market penetration of solar energy heating systems in the 48 contiguous states.

The report provides a list of and information concerning the prototypes, models, and mockups that were constructed for LOFT Fuel design verification tests, proof-of-fabrication demonstrations, and operator training qualifications.

The purpose of the report is to show the flow path and flow measurement device arrangements in the LOFT core inlet and outlet regions. The assembly composites are diagrammed in detail and are useful in understanding the flow distributions upstream and downstream of the core region.

The purpose of the report is to document the LPWR fuel assembly characteristics from which the LOFT fuel bundle material and dimension design choices were derived.

A weekly publication, the Texas Register serves as the journal of state agency rulemaking for Texas. Information published in the Texas Register includes proposed, adopted, withdrawn and emergency rule actions, notices of state agency review of agency rules, governor's appointments, attorney general opinions, and miscellaneous documents such as requests for proposals. After adoption, these rulemaking actions are codified into the Texas Administrative Code.

A weekly publication, the Texas Register serves as the journal of state agency rulemaking for Texas. Information published in the Texas Register includes proposed, adopted, withdrawn and emergency rule actions, notices of state agency review of agency rules, governor's appointments, attorney general opinions, and miscellaneous documents such as requests for proposals. After adoption, these rulemaking actions are codified into the Texas Administrative Code.

Letter opinion issued by the Office of the Attorney General of Texas in Austin, Texas, providing an interpretation of Texas law. It provides the opinion of the Texas Attorney General, John L. Hill, regarding a legal question submitted for clarification; Employment of regent's niece as graduate assisstant.

Document issued by the Office of the Attorney General of Texas in Austin, Texas, providing an interpretation of Texas law. It provides the opinion of the Texas Attorney General, John L. Hill, regarding a legal question submitted for clarification: Authority of LCRA to permit another entity to use part of pipeline and consequences of transaction.

Document issued by the Office of the Attorney General of Texas in Austin, Texas, providing an interpretation of Texas law. It provides the opinion of the Texas Attorney General, John L. Hill, regarding a legal question submitted for clarification: Distribution and use of probation fees.

Document issued by the Office of the Attorney General of Texas in Austin, Texas, providing an interpretation of Texas law. It provides the opinion of the Texas Attorney General, Mark White, regarding a legal question submitted for clarification; Authority of a county to pay a former county judge for services rendered in acquiring right-of-way for the county.

Document issued by the Office of the Attorney General of Texas in Austin, Texas, providing an interpretation of Texas law. It provides the opinion of the Texas Attorney General, John L. Hill, regarding a legal question submitted for clarification: Disabled veterans employment preference.

Document issued by the Office of the Attorney General of Texas in Austin, Texas, providing an interpretation of Texas law. It provides the opinion of the Texas Attorney General, John L. Hill, regarding a legal question submitted for clarification: Compulsory fees for off-campus students at state supported universities.

Document issued by the Office of the Attorney General of Texas in Austin, Texas, providing an interpretation of Texas law. It provides the opinion of the Texas Attorney General, John L. Hill, regarding a legal question submitted for clarification; Questions concerning the application and constitutionality of Article 6252-9, V.T.C.S.(Acts 1957).

Document issued by the Office of the Attorney General of Texas in Austin, Texas, providing an interpretation of Texas law. It provides the opinion of the Texas Attorney General, John L. Hill, regarding a legal question submitted for clarification: Interpretation of Articles 2.01 and 2.07, Code of Criminal Procedure RQ 246 Reduction of salary for the District Attorney of the 30th Judicial District RQ 246A

Document issued by the Office of the Attorney General of Texas in Austin, Texas, providing an interpretation of Texas law. It provides the opinion of the Texas Attorney General, John L. Hill, regarding a legal question submitted for clarification: The meaning of Article 13.17, Taxation-General, V.A.T.C.S., governing taxation of coin-operated machines in light of Thompson v. Calvert, 489 SW2d 95 (Tex. Sup. 1972)

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Facilities generating radioactive waste and a fuel processor were contacted to obtain data on types and quantities of waste produced. The incinerator is being modified to allow the burning of liquid wastes. Ash immobilization studies continued with both glass and cement being tested for rendering the ash inert. A drum compactor fabricator has been located who can compress drums to meet program requirements.