Sodium-water reaction products (SWRP) which had accumulated in the bottom of the reaction products tank (RPT) of the Large Leak Test Rig (LLTR) were sampled and characterized. Analysis showed that the SWRP consisted of NaOH, Na/sub 2/O, NaH, and Na, as expected, in varying proportions. The unreacted sodium in the samples examined ranged from 32 to 60% by weight. The SWRP reacts (dissolves) rapidly and completely with ethanol, and somewhat less rapidly and completely with Dowanol PM. A magnetic, metallic residue was left, originating in the Croloy of the test article in the LLTR. These solvents should be investigated further as possible agents for cleaning sodium systems that are highly contaminated with water reaction products. The SWRP does not completely liquefy with heating to 800/sup 0/F (427/sup 0/C). Although it softens to a consistency similar to that of wet sand, it is unlikely that it would flow or could be pumped even at such elevated temperature. The presence of highly corrosive molten NaOH. (above 606/sup 0/F, 319/sup 0/C) also makes the hot draining of SWRP unattractive.

Status of the following investigations is given: effect of molecular geometry on the electron affinity of H/sub 2/O; effect of non-spherically symmetric exchange potential in energy transfer and CIDEP; fragmentation patterns in the radiolysis of normal alkanes; properties of solvated electrons; temperature dependence of electron localization and impurity trapping in methanol and propanol; field-dependent electron mobility; aluminium cluster and organoaluminum systems; collision-induced atomic dipole moments; T-R energy transfer between electronically excited atoms and ground state molecules; correlation between the anisotropy of polarizability and electron-density contour diagrams; high-field conduction in thin-film alkali halides; chemically induced electron polarization of t-butyl radicals in solution; nonlinear response of radical systems to modulated initiation; measurement of electron spin-lattice relaxation times; electron attachment to N/sub 2/O in the gas phase; laser fluorescence of cyclohexadienyl radical in irradiated benzene crystals; kinetics of radical exchange between micelles and water; dynamics of probe molecules in a micellar environment; radiolytic reduction of colloidal silver bromide; characterization of structure in fatty acid aggregate systems; photochemical reactions of Cu(II) complexes with macrocyclic ligands; studies of Ni(III) macrocyclic complexes; rateconstant for oxidation of hydroxycyclohexadienyl radical by ferricyanide; alkoxyl radical reactions with lipids; luminescence from diarylcarbenes; excited-state reactions of 7-hydroxy-4-methyl coumarin; photochronic aziridines; and …

This report presents the results of a laboratory effort which was undertaken to determine mechanical properties of salt from Lyons, Kansas. Another goal of the experimental work was to define testing procedures, calibrations and data reduction during the process of generating strength data. Mechanical properties such as modulus of deformation and principal strain ratio were incorporated into simulations of Project Salt Vault using finite element methods. Deformational behavior of Lyons salt subjected to constant stress levels for extended periods of time was also evaluated in this experimental effort and compared to results determined for salt from other locations. Strength data and empirical relationships of strain as a function of time, stress and temperature were reduced for application to finite element analyses.

The design requirements, subsystem characteristics, environmental requirements, and cost and performance evaluation techniques are defined for the HTLF Large Solar Power System. The system is described as consisting of an array of linear focusing heliostats focusing on tower-mounted linear receivers. Heat transfer is by water/steam, and sensible heat storage is in oil/rock. (LEW)

A rapid method is presented for calculating transport in a network of one-dimensional flow paths or ''pipes''. The method defines a Green's function for each flow path and prescribes a method of combining these Green's functions to produce an overall Green's function for the flow path network. A unique feature of the method is the use of the Laplace transform of these Green's functions to carry out most of the calculations.

The possible operating points of air/water and helium/water steam generators are parametrically presented. Calculation procedures and a sample computer program listing are provided. Multiple saturated steam conditions are shown to be attainable with the same gas inlet and exit temperatures. Design considerations of heat transfer surface area and pumping requirements are also discussed.

As the Nuclear Regulatory Commission has not yet issued a format guide for the preparation of an environmental impact statement for radioactive waste repositories, Rockwell Hanford operations has developed an annotated outline which will serve as the basis for the environmental evaluation activities until replaced by an appropriate NRC regulatory guide. According to the outline, the applicant should summarize the major environmental effects that are expected to occur during the construction, operation, and terminal isolation phases of the radioactive material repository. Compare these environmental effects with the possible effect of continued use of interim storage facilities. Unless unforeseen environmental effects become apparent, the summary should be a positive statement indicating that the short-term environmental effects are outweighed by the long-term benefits of the repository. (JSR)

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.

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; Supplemental salary of County Auditor under article 1672.

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: Whether there is a conflict between regulation of the Franklin County Water District and the Parks and Wildlife Code.

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; Is the Texas Parks and Wildlife Commission authorized to adopt regulations pursuant to the Uniform Wildlife Regulatory Act (Article 978j-1, V.T.P.C.) or other statutes for the purpose of enforcing hunter safety on small private tracts of land?

A brief summary of papers published since the last progress report (June 1974) is presented. The research represents contributions to neutron resonance spectroscopy below 100 keV. (SDF)

A measurement system for transuranic aerosols has been designed that will be able to withstand the corrosive nature of stack effluents and yet have extremely high sensitivity. It will be capable of measuring 1 maximum permissible concentration (MPC) of plutonium or americium in 30 minutes with a fractional standard deviation of less than 0.33. Background resulting from /sup 218/Po is eliminated by alpha energy discrimination and a decay scheme analysis. A microprocessor controls all data acquisition, data reduction, and instrument calibration.

Data processing for the laser systems in operation at LLL is discussed. Methods for automatic storage, reduction and display using the computers and the Octopus system at LLL are described. This paper briefly describes how this data is compiled, correlated, and displayed. (MOW)

The imaging properties and design principles for an axisymmetric x-ray microscope using a hyperboloid surface preceding an ellipsoidal reflecting surface are discussed. The results of a design study investigating the off-axis resolution of x-ray microcopes are presented. (MOW)

This paper provides facts and explanations on China's place in the United Nations as it was at the time of this report's creation.

This report is categorized into three categories: (I) Debate in the united Nations General Assembly, (II) Statements from United States Sources, (III) News Clippings.

This report provides sources of information on the continuing shift of population and industry to the southern and western states from the North-eastern and North-central regions of the country

This report presents three different analytical solutions to approximate the surface uplift of a heated repository.

This report is about the The Ombudman Concept: Concept Information