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Progress letter No. 11 for January 1, 1960 through January 31, 1960
A stainless steel autoclave for superheated water corrosion test was installed and "conditioned". Tests were begun to investigate the feasibility of densifying slip cast stainless steel by means of liquid phase sintering. Attempts to prepare tubular fuel elements by vacuum forming were resumed. Although thick-walled vacuum formed casting have been sintered on the aluminum mandrels without cracking, this has not yet been accomplished with the think sections of interest.
Date:
February 15, 1960
Creator:
Baron, Edeard H.
Object Type:
Report
System:
The UNT Digital Library
Attempts to Delineate Inborn Anemias in Mice. Progress Report and Fifth Renewal Proposal, Report Period: January 10, 1959-January 31, 1960. Renewal Period: May 1, 1960-April 30, 1961
During the past year, three papers covering results of a major series of experiments on intergenotype of blood-forming tissue have appeared, demonstrating successful implantation of isologues normal cells in anemic hosts, permanently correcting their genetic defect in hematopoiesis, both with and without irradiation of the host. Heavy host irradiation was shown ineffective as preparations for implantation of homologous cells of widely different antigenic types.
Date:
February 16, 1960
Creator:
Russell, Elizabeth Shull, 1913-2001
Object Type:
Report
System:
The UNT Digital Library
Refinements of the Theory of the Infinitely-Long, Self-Acting, Gas-Lubricated Journal Bearing. Interim Report
The lubrication equations for an arbitrary Newtonian fluid are derived directly from the general equations for conservation of mass, momentum, and energy. From the lubrication equations an inequality is obtained for the internal film temperature rise, after which the isothermal film equations are derived. Then, for perfectly-aligned self-acting journal bearings, a conservation equation is obtained. For gas bearings this condition gives: [formula] constant along the axis of the bearing. Application of this condition to the infinitely-long gas bearing gives more accurate pressure solutions for this case. The Katto-Soda form of the differential equation for the infinitely-long bearing is solved by a series expansion in the eccentricity ratio, the first terms of which give the original, approximate Katto-Soda solution. In addition, solutions obtained numerically by digital computations are presented in graphical and tabular form for eccentricity ratios from 0 to 0.9 and compressible bearing parameter [formula]. Design charts based on these calculations are provided.
Date:
January 1960
Creator:
Elrod, Harold G., Jr.
Object Type:
Report
System:
The UNT Digital Library
The SNAP II Power Conversion System. Topical Report No. 4. Turbine Design and Testing
SNAP II is the designation for a 3 KW nuclear auxiliary power unit to be used in a satellite vehicle. The SNAP II system consists of a reactor heat source, a mercury Rankine engine and an alternator. A two stage, full admission, axial flow turbine was chose for the APU application. Design details and test results are presented in this report. This work was performed under a subcontract to to Atomics International as part of the Atomic Energy Commission Contract No. AT(11-1)-GEN-8.
Date:
January 18, 1960
Creator:
Poulos, Earnest N. & Forman, Edward R.
Object Type:
Report
System:
The UNT Digital Library
The SNAP II Power Conversion System. Topical Report No. 3. Dynamic Analysis
SNAP II is the designation for a nuclear auxiliary power unit, designed primarily for utilization in the WS117L satellite vehicle. The SNAP II system consists of a reactor heat source, a mercury Rankine engine, and an alternator. Dynamic analysis of the power conversion system was conducted utilizing a comprehensive analog computer simulation. Feasibility of a parasitic load control for numerous system disturbances was demonstrated. This analysis was performed under a subcontract to to Atomics International as part of the Atomic Energy Commission Contract No. AT(11-1)-GEN-8.
Date:
January 15, 1960
Creator:
Deibel, David L.; Mrava, Gene L. & Seldner, Kurt
Object Type:
Report
System:
The UNT Digital Library
The Influence of Point Defects on the Mechanical Properties of Lithium Fluoride : First Technical Report
Lithium fluoride crystals were quenched into silicone oil from near the melting point. The return to an equilibrium structure during annealing was observed by means of mechanical tests and etching techniques. Crystals containing three levels of impurity, zone refined, commercially pure, and doped with 0.05 mole per cent magnesium, were used in order to separate the effects of foreign ions from those of thermal vacancies. The changes of mechanical properties produced by quenching and by subsequent annealing were generally attributable to point defect-dislocation interactions. Precision density determinations indicated that about 10% of the equilibrium concentration of vacancies at the melting point was retained at room temperature by the quench. The density could be restored to its normal value by annealing. Two important annealing stages were observed. At about 200 deg C the precipitation of impurities retained in solution by the quench caused a sharp increase in the hardness as measured at room temperature. Isothermal annealing revealed the hardening process to have an activation energy of about 0.5 ev which is probably the energy for migration of an associated magnesium ion-lithium vacancy pair. Between 300 and 400 deg C the removal of dislocations and probably vacancy clusters resulting from the quench …
Date:
January 1960
Creator:
Nadeau, J. & Washburn, J.
Object Type:
Report
System:
The UNT Digital Library
Upper Atmosphere Monitoring Program : Progress Report No. 8 for May 1, 1959 through July 31, 1959
The overall scope of the program encompasses both research into the physical parameters involved in the collection of airborne radioactive particles and the development, fabrication and calibration of balloon-borne sampling equipment to enable the precise determination of stratospheric particle concentration and particle size distribution.
Date:
January 15, 1960
Creator:
Baumstark, J.; Jones, S.; Stern, S.; Torgeson, L. & Zeller, W.
Object Type:
Report
System:
The UNT Digital Library
Progress Report for Period Covering January 15, 1960 - February 15, 1960
Thorium Procedure: As was mentioned in the last report, ammonium nitrate was substituted for ferric nitrate as a salting agent. Also, the acidity of the nitrate solution was reduced from 3.0 molar to 0.5 molar. the revised thorium procedure is described in the report. Radium Procedure: Work has ben initiated on the procedure of Petrow, Nietzel and DeSesa (Winchester Procedure) to determine if the procedure is suitable for very low level concentrations of radium.
Date:
February 15, 1960
Creator:
Petrow, Henry G.
Object Type:
Report
System:
The UNT Digital Library
Low Energy Nuclear Physics : Second Annual Report for the Period February 1, 1959 to January 31, 1960
The general expression for the angular correlation between radiations produced in successive cascade transitions is derived by use of Racah algebra. The result is then specialized to the beta - gamma correlation and applied to two cases in which additional properties of the photon are specified, the circular polarization and the plane polarization. The prospect of testing time reversal and determining nuclear matrix element ratios by beta - gamma correlation measurements is explored using the nuclide Tm/sup 170/ as an example. The directional angular correlation between the 2.31-Mev beta and the subsequent 0.605-Mev gamma emitted in the decay of Sb/sup 124/ was measured as a function of the beta energy. The K-conversion coefficient of the 279-kev gamma following beta decay of Hg/sup 203/ was measured by comparing the x-ray and gamma intensities in a scintillation spectrometer. The measured valve of alpha /sub k/ = 0.195 plus or minus 0.014 indicates that the transition is M1 with E2 mixed to the extent of 63%. The angular correlation of the 107-1.24 Mev gamma cascade in Zn/sup 68/ following the decay of 68-min Ga/sup 68/ is shown. The Legendre polynomial expansion coefficients were deter-gular correlation in the decay of Sb/ sup 118/ was …
Date:
January 23, 1960
Creator:
Jastram, Philip S. (Philip Sheldon), 1920-1992
Object Type:
Report
System:
The UNT Digital Library
Research on Krypton 85 : Seventh Monthly Progress Report Covering December 1, 1959 to December 31, 1959
Work during this report period includes a continuation of the study of the effect of krypton 85 on the polymerization of styrene; an attempt at evaluation of the polymers produced; and the effect of krypton radiation on the electrical properties of gases, such as the rare gases, and nitrogen, and oxygen. the results obtained are summarized in the report.
Date:
January 21, 1960
Creator:
Miller, H. S.; Marancik, W. G. & Zufall, J.
Object Type:
Report
System:
The UNT Digital Library
Studies of Reactor Containment : Monthly Technical Progress Report No. 32
The report covers work performed during the period December 1, 1959 through December 31, 1959. The general objectives of the program of "Studies of Reactor Containment" are to accomplish theoretical and experimental investigations of the loads to which external containment structures for nuclear reactors are subjected in the vent of a violent incident at the reactor core, the evaluation of methods of reducing that loading, and the study of the response of and design criteria for external containment structures as a result of such loading. Progress of technical effort during the report period is summarized for each of the eight tasks of the program..
Date:
January 15, 1960
Creator:
Zaker, T. A. (Thomas Allen)
Object Type:
Report
System:
The UNT Digital Library
Research and Investigation Leading to Methods of Generating and Detecting Radiation in the 100 to 1000 Micron Wavelength Range of the Spectrum. Quarterly Progress Report No. 15 for 1 September to 1 December 1959
Purpose of this research is twofold:: (1) to uncover new principles or techniques from which a CW source of electromagnetic radiation for the low millimeter and submillimeter wavelength range can be developed; and (2) to develop suitable detectors, components, and measuring techniques for evaluating and using the radiation as a diagnostic tool for plasma physics
Date:
January 1, 1960
Creator:
Coleman, P. D.; Baird, J. R.; Enderby, C.; Hakki, B;; Kenyon, R. J.; Stafford, J. et al.
Object Type:
Report
System:
The UNT Digital Library
An Aerodynamic Raindrop Sorter. Technical Progress Report No. 1.
A pilot model of an Aerodynamic Raindrop Sorter was constructed along the lines suggested by mathematical analysis. The function of the analyzer is to sort natural rain according to drop size and to collect the sorted drops for further analysis. The pilot model, a small wind tunnel inclined at 45 deg to the horizontal, demonstrated the feasibility of aerodynamic rain drop sorting over a wide range of drop sizes. (auth)
Date:
January 1960
Creator:
Dingle, A. Nelson & Brock, Fred V.
Object Type:
Report
System:
The UNT Digital Library
Applications for Lanthanon Oxides and Other Compounds in the Ceramic Industry
Separation processes for production of pure rare earth oxides in useful quantities are discussed. A review of applications of these oxides in the ceramic industry in production of glasses, glazes, porcelain enamels, refractories, abrasives, electronic ceramics, and nuclear ceramics is also presented. 46 references.
Date:
January 28, 1960
Creator:
Ploetz, G. L.
Object Type:
Report
System:
The UNT Digital Library
High Energy Storage Ceramic Capacitor. Quarterly Report No. 5 [for] January 1, 1958 -- March 31, 1958
The chief purpose of this contract is the development of ceramic materials with high dielectric constant and high dielectric strength values, and suitable for use of dielectrics in capacitors capable of storing large amounts of energy in small volumes. Work performed during the fifth quarter included (1) Material development and sample preparation; (2) Sample testing; (3) Optical studies of titanates; (4) Fabrication of large ceramics; and (5) Capacitor design.
Date:
October 31, 1960
Creator:
Lupfer, D. A.
Object Type:
Report
System:
The UNT Digital Library
High Energy Storage Ceramic Capacitor. Quarterly Report No. 4 [for] August 19, 1957 -- December 31, 1957
The chief purpose of this contract is the development of ceramic materials with high dielectric constant and high dielectric strength values, and suitable for use of dielectrics in capacitors capable of storing large amounts of energy in small volumes. Work performed during the fourth quarter included (1) Material development and sample preparation; (2) Sample testing; (3) discussion of ceramic density measurements; (4) Optical studies of titanates; (5) Fabrication of large ceramics; and (6) Capacitor design.
Date:
October 31, 1960
Creator:
Lupfer, D. A.
Object Type:
Report
System:
The UNT Digital Library
Operation Pre-Gnome: Seismic Data from Natural Phenomena and High-Explosive Tests Near Carlsbad, New Mexico
Formulas derived from earlier work satisfactorily predicted low frequency ground effects resulting from the Pre-Gnome explosions, but they not predict high accelerations associated with high frequency ground waves. The Pre-Gnome experiments taken since indicated that accelerations and ground amplitudes are proportional to the explosive charge, but physical conditions limit extrapolation on this basis to relatively low yields. Predicted accelerations resulting from the 10 kt Gnome explosion in potash mines eight or more miles away will be somewhat less than from routine blasts in the mines. The compressional wave speed in the salt stratum of the area is about 14,000 feet per second.
Date:
January 12, 1960
Creator:
Carder, Dean S.; Murphy, L. M.; Cloud, W. K. & Pearce, T. H.
Object Type:
Report
System:
The UNT Digital Library
Radioactive Drug Research, Final Summary Report, July 1949 to October 1959
Applications of radioisotopes in the preparation of labeled drugs are reviewed. Among the applications described are the preparation of carbon-14- labeled cardiac glycosides, and the biosyinthesis of carbon-14-labeled digitoxin, morphine, colchicine, atropine, podophyllotoxin, and nicotine. The fate and metabolism of many of these drugs were traced. Radiochemical procedures were developed for the synthesis of pure compounds of pharmacological interest labeled with carbon-14, sulfur-35, and tritium. Investigations were made on the phenomena of drug penetration into the central nervous system. Publications during the period are listed. (C.H.)
Date:
January 15, 1960
Creator:
Geiling, E. M. K. (Eugene Maximilian Karl), 1891-1971 & Roth, Lloyd J. (Lloyd Joseph), 1911-
Object Type:
Report
System:
The UNT Digital Library
Progress Report on the Surface Chemistry of Thoria : February 1, 1959 to January 31, 1960
The following progress report briefly covers research completed or in progress on (1) Catalytic combination of hydrogen and oxygen in thoria slurries, and (2) Adsorption of molybdenum trioxide and sodium sulfate on thoria as determined by infrared spectroscopy.
Date:
1960
Creator:
Wadsworth, Milton E. & Bradford, Harold R.
Object Type:
Report
System:
The UNT Digital Library
Progress Report for Period Covering December 17, 1969 - January 15, 1960
As reported in the previous Progress Report (December 16, 1959) a stock solution of Th 230 was prepared from pitchblende. Pulse height analysis of this solution indicated the presence of only Th 230 (93%), Th 227 (5%), Th 232 (1%), and Th 228 (1%). This solution was used to make up synthetic thorium solution of various concentration. These synthetic solutions were analyzed to establish a chemical yield for the procedure. Neither the precision nor the chemical yield of the procedure were considered to be satisfactory. In the next report period, we hope to complete the testing of the thorium procedure, both with regard to chemical yield and precision, as well as to determine decontamination factor from radium, uranium, and polonium. To do this, pure solutions of polonium, radium, and uranium will be prepared. The polonium and radium will be processed from pitchblende while the uranium will be made by purifying reagent grade uranyl nitrate.
Date:
January 15, 1960
Creator:
Petrow, Henry G.
Object Type:
Report
System:
The UNT Digital Library
Pressure Vessel Exposure to Fast Neutrons
In a gas-cooled reactor operating at very high power density the thickness of the reflector may be determine by the requirement that the steel pressure vessel be protected from an excessive dose of fast neutrons, rather than by the usual requirements of neutron economy and power distribution. It is important the the reflector not be made thicker than necessary, since an increase in pressure vessel diameter can result in a marked increase in cost, as well as a decrease in the permitted gas pressure level.
Date:
January 21, 1960
Creator:
Carlsmith, R. S.
Object Type:
Report
System:
The UNT Digital Library
Dispersion Strengthening of Iron-Aluminum Base Alloys: A Feasibility Study
The feasibility of improving the mechanical properties at 1700-1800°F of oxidation-resistant Fe-Al-Cr alloys by means of a refractory dispersion has been explored. A literature search was conducted, preliminary experimental determinations of properties of the alloy and its oxides were carried out, and certain mathematical relations between dispersion characteristics and metallurgical variables were derived. The results indicate that the alloys can be strengthened sufficiently by using a dispersion with an interparticle spacing of about 2-3 µ. High-temperature native oxides of the Fe-Al-Cr alloy consist largely of Al2O3 and in theory would serve as a satisfactory second phase.
Date:
December 27, 1960
Creator:
King, Blake
Object Type:
Report
System:
The UNT Digital Library
After Shutdown Heating in the HFIR
After shutdown heating rates have been calculated for the target, control plates, and the beryllium reflector of the HFIR. Hilvety previously calculated the after shutdown heating rates in the element and his results are reported in ORNL CP-60-4-110. Decay times of 1.0 10, 10^2, 10^3, 10^4, and 10^5 seconds have been considered, and heat fluxes have been computed for all of the mentioned components. The greatest heat fluxes were found to be at the surfaces of the control plates and the permanent beryllium reflector.
Date:
December 29, 1960
Creator:
McLain, H. A.
Object Type:
Report
System:
The UNT Digital Library
Status Report on the Pneumatic Temperature Measuring system Studies for the EGCR
The pneumatic temperature probe (PIM) is a device for measuring gas temperatures by utilizing the dependency of the flow of gases through a restriction on the temperature and pressure conditions. The determination is made by measuring critical mass flow across a restrictive element such as a nozzle and by knowing the upstream pressure and other variables pertinent to the critical flow equation, computing the temperature at the entrance to the restrictive element. In practice it has been found useful to use two critical flow nozzles in series and measure the ratio of the pressures at the nozzle inlets, together with the temperature at the downstream nozzle. The limitations of present thermocouple materials for long term use at elevated temperatures makes resort to this device attractive on many installations.
Date:
December 30, 1960
Creator:
Hochreiter, H. M.
Object Type:
Report
System:
The UNT Digital Library