Analyzing powers and spin transfer coefficients which describe the elastic scattering of polarized protons from a polarized deuteron target have been measured. The energy of the proton beam was 800 MeV and data were taken at laboratory scattering angles of 7, 11, 14, and 16.5 degrees. One analyzing power was also measured at 180 degrees. Three linearly independent orientations of the beam polarization were used and the target was polarized parallel and antiparallel to the direction of the beam momentum. The data were taken with the high resolution spectrometer at the Los Alamos Meson Physics Facility (experiment 685). The results are compared with multiple scattering predictions based on Dirac representations of the nucleon-nucleon scattering matrices. 27 refs., 28 figs., 4 tabs.

Newsletter issued by the Advisory Council for Technical-Vocational Education in Texas discussing news, events, and other relevant information related to technical and vocational education for adults in Texas.

Monthly newsletter of the Alamo Area Council of Governments describing news and events of relevance to the agencies.

A report on a program that was started at the San Antonio State Hospital for young adults with severe chronic mental illness to help them to become as successful as possible.

The Tritium Systems Test Assembly (TSTA) at the Los Alamos National Laboratory has been operating with tritium since June 1984. Presently there are some 50 g of tritium in the main processing loop. This 50 g has been sufficient to do a number of experiments involving the cryogenic distillation isotope separation system and to integrate the fuel cleanup system into the main fuel processing loop. In January 1986 two major experiments were conducted. During these experiments the fuel cleanup system was integrated, through the transfer pumping system, with the isotope separation system, thus permitting testing on the integrated fuel processing loop. This integration of these systems leaves only the main vacuum system to be integrated into the TSTA fuel processing loop. In September 1986 another major tritium experiment was performed in which the integrated loop was operated, the tritium inventory increased to 50 g and additional measurements on the performance of the distillation system were taken. In the period June 1984 through September 1986 the TSTA system has processed well over 10/sup 8/ Ci of tritium. Total tritium emissions to the environment over this period have been less than 15 Ci. Personnel exposures during this period have totaled less than …

The switched-power linac (SPL) concepts are reviewed briefly, and recent work on computer-modelling of the photoemission process at the photocathode and the experimental study of the process are discussed. Work on rf-modelling of the properties of the radial transmission line is outlined. (LEW)

Broken symmetries are among the richest sources of information about the fundamental interactions: the renewed interest in the study of isospin non-conservation by strong forces is closely related to the effort of understanding some properties of nuclear systems in terms of their basic degrees of freedom. The hope is to be able to relate the pattern of the dynamical breaking of this symmetry to the mass spectrum of light quarks: to this purpose a more detailed phenomenological knowledge must be provided by a new generation of experiments. These considerations motivated a precision test of charge independence of strong nuclear interactions through a measurement of the parameters ..delta..A/sub y//sub 0/(theta) = A/sub y//sub 0/(theta,/sup 3/H) - A/sub y//sub 0/(theta,/sup 3/He), (the difference in analyzing power), and R identical with dsigma(theta/sup 3/H)/dsigma(theta,/sup 3/He) for the two reactions: vector p + d ..-->.. /sup 3/H + ..pi../sup +/, vector p + d ..-->.. /sup 3/He + ..pi../sup 0/. The observable ..delta..A/sub y//sub 0/ is particularly relevant as it probes the spin dependent term of the symmetry breaking interaction, on which so far almost no empirical evidence is available. The experiment has been performed at the Los Alamos Meson Physics Facility, using the N-type …

We describe test beam results from a prototype Cerenkov Ring Imaging Detector (CRID) for the SLD experiment at the SLAC Linear Collider (SLC). The system includes both liquid and gas radiators, a long drift box containing gaseous TMAE and a proportional wire chamber with charge division readout. Measurements of the multiplicity and detection resolution of Cerenkov photons, from both radiators are presented. Various design aspects of a new engineering prototype, currently under construction, are discussed and recent R and D results relevant to this effort are reported.

The electron-photon transport code SANDYL has been used to calculate the x-ray flux for a simplified Flash X-Ray Machine (FXR) bullnose geometry. Four different thicknesses (24.5, 36.75, 49, and 61.25 mils) were used for the tantalum bremsstrahlung target in order to study the effect of target thickness on the FXR output. The calculations were performed for a parallel 17 MeV electron beam, and the resulting angular distributions were then used to compute the forward flux for the more realistic case of a converging beam. Over the range of thicknesses studied, the x-ray energy content per steradian on axis was essentially independent of target thickness. The main reason for this is that, while the total x-ray flux coming out of the target increases with increasing target thickness, the angular width of that flux also increases. The implications for target wheel design are discussed. 3 refs., 7 figs.

Report documenting the construction and calibration of a digital-computer model that stimulates water flow in the Jasper aquifer of Miocene age in southeast Texas, and to present an account of the improvement in our understanding of the hydrology of interconnected aquifers and confining layers.

Brookhaven National Laboratory has completed Phase I of the Component Fragility Program and is now performing Phase II. The results of Phase I have been published in NUREG/CR-4659. In both Phases, existing test data for various models are utilized to determine the seismic fragilities of different equipment categories. This represents the first large scale attempt to assemble, compile and interpret the very large heretofore fragmented data base. In Phase I, a methodology has been established to compile the test data for variations of testing methods, vibration inputs, damping values, etc. Test response spectra have been used as a measure of the test vibration inputs. Fragility data have been collected and stored in a computerized data bank at BNL for many electrical and control equipment pieces. The data for Motor Control Centers (MCC) and Switchgears have been analyzed in Phase I for determination of the respective fragility levels. Additional test data are being collected in Phase II for these two equipment pieces, as well as other equipment categories. Statistical analyses are also being performed to estimate a single fragility descriptor for each equipment family.

At the two previous heavy ion fusion symposia, researchers from Livermore presented their best estimates of target energy gain. The results presented at Tokyo differed significantly from those presented at Darmstadt. The Livermore estimates were again revised for this symposium. The new estimates are given in an accompanying paper by Lindl et al. and in additional detail in this paper. The new estimates are similar to the results presented at Darmstadt. The implications of the new results are discussed.

The technical feasibility of the biological conversion of coal synthesis gas to methane has been demonstrated in the University of Arkansas laboratories. Cultures of microorganisms have been developed which achieve total conversion in the water gas shift and methanation reactions in either mixed or pure cultures. These cultures carry out these conversions at ordinary temperatures and pressures, without sulfur toxicity. Several microorganisms have been identified as having commercial potential for producing methane. These include a mixed culture of unidentified bacteria; P. productus which produces acetate, a methane precursor; and Methanothrix sp., which produces methane from acetate. These cultures have been used in mixed reactors and immobilized cell reactors to achieve total CO and H/sub 2/ conversion in a retention time of less than two hours, quite good for a biological reactor. Preliminary economic projections indicate that a biological methanation plant with a size of 5 x 10/sup 10/ Btu/day can be economically attractive. 42 refs., 26 figs., 86 tabs.

A special task force was appointed to study the experience with the present beamline control system at Fermilab and to make recommendations in this area. The charge of the committee and the list of its members are appended. In order to carry out its assignment, the committee conducted a series of meetings in which it discussed the controls situation in general and the best way to approach the user community. The various groups of users were identified, and a letter was written to representatives of these groups asking questions concerning the present system and future needs. The committee met with each group to discuss the response to these questions. Written summaries of the discussions are appended. Conclusions are drawn regarding current problems, systematic upgrades and specific recommendations. (LEW)

A first pass at the design of a conventional magnet storage ring for x-ray lithogrphy is presented. Electron beam size and power specifications are given, followed by a first pass at a lattice - a 4-fold symmetric, gradient FODO cell lattice using B = 1.6 Tesla C-magnets. (LEW)

A batch of high-burnup fuel from the Fast Flux Test Facility (FFTF) was processed in the Solvent Extraction Test Facility (SETF) during Campaign 9. The fuel had a burnup of {similar_to}0 MWd/kg and a cooling time of {similar_to} year. Two runs were made with this fuel; in the first, the solvent contained 30% tri-n-butyl phosphate (TBP) and partitioning of the uranium and plutonium was effected by reducing the plutonium with hydroxylamine nitrate (HAN); in the second, the solvent contained 10% TBP and a low operating temperature was used in an attempt to partition without reducing the plutonium valence. The plutonium reoxidation problem, which was present in previous runs that used HAN, may have been solved by lowering the temperature and acidity in the partition contactor. An automatic control system was used to maintain high loadings of heavy metals in the coextraction-coscrub contactor in order to increase its efficiency while maintaining low losses of uranium and plutonium to the aqueous raffinate. An in-line photometer system was used to measure the plutonium concentration in an intermediate extraction stage; and based on this data, a computer algorithm determined the appropriate adjustments in the addition rate of the extractant. The control system was successfully …

This report is an assessment of technology related to hybrid reactors, especially the Fission-suppressed hybrid. A description of a typical fission-suppressed reactor is given. The economic advantages of the use of a hybrid reactor as part of a fuel cycle center are discussed at length. The inherent safety advantages of the hybrid reactor are analyzed. The report concludes with a proposed timetable for research and development. (JDH)

A thermally optimized input waveguide for the CEBAF Superconducting Linac Cavity, to operate at 2.0K, has been designed.Calculations leading to thermal optimization including conduction, specularly reflected radiation and RF power dissipation are presented.An economic comparison between a thermal intercept and continuous counter flow cooling has been made.Calculations and techniques for reducing specularly reflected radiation are discussed.

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In 1984, the Northwest Power Planning Council (Council) amended its Fish and Wildlife Program (Program) to include an Action Plan (Section 1500), to give focus and priority directions to various aspects of the Program. Regarding improved hatchery effectiveness, Bonneville Power Administration (BPA) was requested to evaluate ongoing work under 704(h) and submit a workplan to cover future efforts. This report provides concepts for increasing hatchery effectiveness. Additionally, it proposes numerical goals for increased fish production, identifies ways to accomplish them and lists supportive objectives, project schedules, and preliminary budgeting information. Preliminary data from subbasin planning indicates a large additional need for artificially reared salmon and steelhead in the Columbia River Basin. The total need depends upon many factors and this information will be developed and refined as subbasin plans are completed. Recently constructed fish hatcheries are coming on line, and other hatcheries are expected to be prescribed. This workplan is directed at increasing fish propagation at existing facilities, as described in program Section 700. In doing this, four approaches were considered and evaluated: (1) purchasing smolts from commercial resources; (2) building additional but typical hatcheries; (3) modifying existing hatcheries to increase their production with supplemental oxygen; and (4) increasing smolt …

An experimental study of L = 0, 1, and 2 isovector resonances in pion charge-exchange reactions is reported. In these experiments well-understood, spherical, even-even nuclei were studied at 120, 165, and 230 MeV. The emphasis of the 165 MeV study was on L = 0, 1, and 2 isovector resonances as a function of the atomic mass of the target. The targets were Ca-40, Ni-60, Zr-90, Sn-120, Ce-140, and Pb-208. The 120 and 230 MeV studies were aimed at measuring the properties of the isovector resonances as function of bombarding energy for a few targets, Ca-40, Ni-60, and Sn-120. Double differential cross sections up to excitation energies of 60 MeV were measured out to angles extending well past the second maximum of the isovector quadrupole resonance angular distribution. Results of the experiments were found to be in good agreement with RPA-DWIA and other theoretical calculations as regards isovector dipole and monopole energies, widths and cross sections, and strong interaction radii. However, some problem in the distorted wave Born approximation treatment of the reaction mechanism or in the structure of the isobaric-analog state was indicated from measurements of the energy dependence of the maximum cross sections for the dipole and monopole …

High-fired PuO/sub 2/ (950/sup 0/ to 1700/sup 0/C) can be dissolved in boiling 6.1 M HCl when the fluoride ion concentration to plutonium mole (F/sup -//Pu) ratio is >0.5. The amount of PuO/sub 2/ (950/sup 0/C calcined oxide) dissolved in 1 hour increased from approx.0.2% to 66%, 91%, and 100% as the F/sup -//Pu ratio increased from 0 to 0.5, 1.0, and 1.8, respectively. The PuO/sub 2/ dissolution rates in HCl-CaF/sub 2/ solutions decrease with increasing oxide calcination temperatures and decreasing oxide surface areas. At a F/sup -//Pu ratio of 1.8, the 1700/sup 0/C calcined oxide was completely dissolved in 2.5 hours versus 1 hour for the 950/sup 0/C calcined oxide.

Several NMOS custom VLSI ( Microplex'') circuits have been irradiated with a 500 rad/hr {sup 60}Co source. With power off three of four chips tested have survived doses exceeding 1 Mrad. With power on at a 25% duty cycle, all chips tested failed at doses ranging from 10 to 130 krad. Annealing at 200{degree}C was only partially successful in restoring the chips to useful operating conditions. 10 refs., 4 figs., 1 tab.

One technique to extend microwave scattering as a probe of long wavelength density fluctuations in magnetically confined plasmas is to consider the launching and scattering of extraordinary (X-mode) waves nearly perpendicular to the field. When the incident frequency is less than the electron cyclotron frequency, this mode can penetrate beyond the ordinary mode cutoff at the plasma frequency and avoid significant distortions from density gradients typical of tokamak plasmas. In the more familiar case, where the incident and scattered waves are ordinary, the scattering is isotropic perpendicular to the field. However, because the X-mode polarization depends on the frequency ratios and the ray angle to the magnetic field, the coupling between the incident and scattered waves is complicated. This geometrical form factor must be unfolded from the observed scattering in order to interpret the scattering due to density fluctuations alone. The geometrical factor is calculated here for the special case of scattering perpendicular to the magnetic field. For frequencies above the ordinary mode cutoff the scattering is relatively isotropic, while below cutoff there are minima in the forward and backward directions which go to zero at approximately half the ordinary mode cutoff density.