Report discussing experiments on particle density, plasma compression, electron heating, and electron energy distribution of plasma in a pyrotron. Past experiments that led to this investigation are discussed as well.

"A wind-tunnel investigation was made to determine the effects on the aerodynamic characteristics of a 35 degree swept-wing airplane of applying area-suction boundary-layer control to the trailing-edge flaps. Flight tests of a similar airplane were then conducted to determine the effect of boundary-layer control in the handling qualities and operation of the airplane, particularly during landing. The wind-tunnel and flight tests indicated that area suction applied to the trailing-edge flaps produced significant increases in flap lift increment" (p. 1).

This report contains brief discussions on reactor physics on: metallurgy; production piles; separation plants; plutonium recycle program; and cross section measurements.

Report discussing testing on a high-thrust turbojet engine capable of operation at high flight speeds. The report presents the overall performance and blade-element performance of the engine at a specified hub-tip radius ratio and specific weight flow of air.

Report presenting an investigation in the supersonic pressure tunnel to determine the effects of various vertical positions of a wing and horizontal tail on the static longitudinal aerodynamic characteristics of a trapezoidal wing model. Results regarding effect of wing vertical position and tail-on characteristics are provided.

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Memorandum presenting several proposed-high performance aircraft that have been studied analytically and by model flight tests to define some problem areas in dynamic lateral behavior of high-speed aircraft which require specific attention. Aileron control problems and Dutch roll characteristics with and without artificial damping were considered.

Report presenting a study of several proposed high-performance aircraft to define some problem areas in dynamic lateral behavior of high-speed aircraft which require specific attention. Aileron control problems and Dutch roll characteristics with and without artificial damping were explored in depth.

From Introduction: "In the present paper, calculations are presented to show the relative effects of wide variations in the roll performance and normal-accleration capability. Brief analyses are also included to show the effect on the success of attacks of other design factors such as speed and radar range."

Water wells drilled in the Hanford Works area for water quality monitoring, water level determination and geologic information demand use of steel casing. This casing is required due to the inability of the unconsolidated sediments penetrated by the well to stand without support. It is obvious that openings in the casing must be provided to permit free communication with the water bearing formation if the well is to be useful for water quality determination, aquifer testing and water level information. A shaped charge system originally designed for oil well squeeze cementing was adapted for non-routine re-perforating of Hanford water wells. Ten-gram shaped charges developed by Jet Research Center, Arlington, Texas are utilized. The charge carrier is a special 5`` diameter, 5` long heavy-wall steel tube. This carrier or gun is so designed that in each plane of shots there are four horizontal charges placed at 90{degree} angles. These shot planes are placed 3`` apart and successive shot planes are phased at 45{degree} angles with respect to each other. A maximum of 16 perforations per foot may be made and a maximum of four feet perforated with one carrier. Tandem or multiple runs may be made if greater length and density …

Specimens of two ferroelectric materials, barium titanate and lead-zirconate titanate, have been subjected to high dynamic stresses by impacting them with a projectile accelerated by an air gun. The purpose of these tests was to supplement information previously obtained using high explosives to stress the ferromagnetic materials.

"The effects of radiation emission on the motion of electrons in high energy synchrotrons are analyzed. The damping rates and quantum excitation of the three principal modes of oscillation are derived for strong focusing and constant gradient accelerators. Methods for correcting the radiation effects for strong focusing accelerators are discussed."

Report presenting an investigation in the full-speed tunnel to determine the low-speed stability and performance characteristics of a model of a jet-powered airplane configuration capable of vertical takeoff and landing with engines in a tiltable low-aspect-ratio wing. Static longitudinal and lateral characteristics were obtained for various angles of attack, wing tilt angles, and thrust coefficient suitable for takeoff and landing.

This report contains the weekly summaries for the Purex process at the Hanford Engineer Works for January 6, 1958 to December 29, 1958. Each summary includes uranium production, maximum operating rate, and waste loss statistics as well as an operating experience briefing. (JL)

Memorandum presenting an investigation in the supersonic pressure tunnel to determine the stability and control characteristics of two canard airplane configurations equipped with various sizes of canard control surfaces. Two wings of equal area but differing in plan form were provided. Results regarding longitudinal characteristics and lateral characteristics are provided.

Report presenting an investigation of an all-internal conical compression inlet with annular bleed at the throat at Mach number 5.0 and zero angle of attack. Results regarding the performance of the diffuser alone, a Pitot-pressure survey of the flow leaving the diffuser, total-pressure distribution, and inlet efficiencies are provided.

From Summary: "An all-internal conical compression inlet with annular bleed at the throat was investigated at Mach 5.0 and zero angle of attack. The minimum contraction ratio of the supersonic diffuser, coincident with a mass-flow ratio of 1.0, was determined to be 0.084 as compared with the isentropic contraction ratio of 0.04 at Mach 5.0. The over-all inlet performance was very sensitive to the amount of annular bleed at the throat because of the extensive boundary layer."

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, Will Wilson, regarding a legal question submitted for clarification: Validity of certain provisions of Senate Bill 222, 55th Legislature, Regular Session.

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, Will Wilson, regarding a legal question submitted for clarification: Authority of Commissioners' Court to order or refuse to order a local option election.

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, Will Wilson, regarding a legal question submitted for clarification: Proper distribution for inheritance tax purposes of the deceased's spouse's community 1/2 of the cash surrender value of certain insurance policies on the surviving spouse's life.

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, Will Wilson, regarding a legal question submitted for clarification: When funds are deposited to suspense and cleared to a fund, and after clearance the check is returned unpaid and charged to suspense, may the Comptroller authorize a transfer of the charge on the unpaid returned check from suspense to the fund to which the clearance was made?

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, Will Wilson, regarding a legal question submitted for clarification: Is the specific prior approval of the Commission required for Texas Woman's university to establish the proposed program in nursing?

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, Will Wilson, regarding a legal question submitted for clarification: Should the Secretary of State accept and file the pending application of the Bank of New York for certificate of authority to transact business in this State, and related questions.