The central cell of TMX may require hot-ion injection. The resulting velocity-space anisotropy together with the length of the central homogeneous region raise the possibility of convective AIC instability. In this report we demonstrate that the Rosenbluth criterion of less than a thousand-fold amplitude amplification per pass can be satisfied by ion distributions which nevertheless have sufficient anisotropy to be confined within the central cell.

A first-order system analysis was used to evaluate various characteristics of /sup 233/U-producing hybrids. A cost model was also developed for the hybrid.

This report is a brief overview of land disposal policies of Principal federal land managements agencies.

Present techniques for measuring sound velocity in liquid metals have been limited by transducers that cannot survive in extreme temperatures for the long periods these techniques require. We are developing an alternative, noncontacting technique that takes very little time (approximately 1 ..mu..s) and can be used at very high temperatures (above 6000 K). We hope to use this method with our isobaric-expansion apparatus, in which we measure the thermal expansion, enthalpy, and temperature of wire samples electrically heated under high-pressure argon gas. Because we can already determine the specific heat C/sub p/ and the bulk thermal-expansion coefficient ..cap alpha.. for liquid metals, sound-velocity measurement would allow us to determine the Gruneisen parameter ..gamma../sub G/, specific heat C/sub v/, isothermal compressibility K/sub T/, entropy derivative (delta S/delta v)/sub T/, and internal-energy derivative (delta u/delta v)/sub T/. This paper describes this technique and the progress we have made with it to date.

The analysis performed by Todd Shipyards concerning the ability of the LOFT CRDMs to withstand a dry scram is presented. A ''dry scram'' could result in the CRDM components yielding; however, it would probably not render the CRDMs inoperable. It also concluded that a dry scram is highly unlikely based on a typical LOFT depressurization curve and the temperature of the fluid in the upper pressure housing. At the time of scram, the fluid in the upper pressure housing will not flash to steam owing to the pressure-temperature relationship existing during the scram cycle.

A detailed dynamic analysis of the LOFT reactor core support structures was performed to determine the ability of the flow skirt/core filler and hold-down springs to withstand Loss-of-Coolant Accident (LOCA) plus Safe Shutdown Earthquake (SSE) loadings. A double-ended offset shear occurring in 15 msec (5 msec break time + msec for offset to occur) in the intact loop at the reactor vessel nozzle provided the basis for LOCA loads. The flow skirt/core filler and lower core support structure separate from the core barrel approximately 0.068 in. as a result of the hot leg LOCA. This small displacement and the resulting impact loads produce stresses in the springs, core barrel, flow skirt/core filler, and shear pins within allowables as specified in Section III of the ASME Code for faulted conditions.

Optical ionization effects in gases appear to be very sensitive indicators of nonuniformities caused by contamination, deformation, and other factors affecting a metal surface. These optical effects are influenced by surface electron emission, which is influenced in turn by the chemical, metallurgical, and mechanical condition of the metal surface. Based on these effects, a general technique for inspection of critical parts that is fast, inexpensive, nondestructive, and not limited by size or geometry is presented. Ionization effects that reveal nonuniformities and were recorded with standard photographic equipment are shown.

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The LOFT Reactor Vessel 290/sup 0/ Downcomer Stalk Instrument Penetration Flange Stress Analysis has been completed using normal operational and blowdown loading. A linear elastic analysis was completed using simplified hand analysis techniques. The analysis was in accordance with the 1977 ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code, Section III, for a Class 1 component. Loading included internal pressure, bolt preload, and thermal gradients due to normal operating and blowdown.

The mechanical structure of the LLL/GA Mirror Hybrid Reactor vessel is briefly discussed. Functional requirements and over-all design considerations leading to selection of a post-tensioned concrete reactor vessel and a modular blanket approach are indicated. Module design life of four years, module replacement, capability and remote fueling are provided by the chosen structural design. (RME)

Shiva is a 20 beam Nd:Glass Laser and Target Irradiation Facility at the Lawrence Livermore Laboratory. The laser system and integrated target facility evolved during the last year from a large, untested, experimental laser system to a target irradiation facility which has provided significant laser driven inertial confinement fusion data. The operation of the facility is discussed.

Preliminary results are presented of a study of cross-field plasma injection in the 2XIIB mirror machine. Plasma accelerated by a coaxial deflagration gun was observed to pass 3.5M across the vacuum field, and some trapping was observed when the gun plasma intersected a plasma streaming along B at the center of the magnetic well. Parameters for the experiment are: gun plasma kinetic energy 50 to 200 eV, n/sub gun/ = 3 x 10/sup 13/ cm/sup -3/, streaming plasma 25 to 50 eV and n/sub streaming/ = 6 x 10/sup 11/ cm/sup -3/, duration of both 100 to 200 ..mu..sec. For the trapped plasma, n = 2.4 x 10/sup 12/ cm/sup -3/, and the decay time is t/sub /sup 1///sub 2// = 400 ..mu..sec consistent with Coulomb scattering loss at 100 eV mean ion energy.

We propose to study diffractive phenomena caused by 100 BeV pions, using a new technique, which consists in associating with the high energy interaction, the detection of photons resulting from the de-excitation of nuclear levels. Knowledge of the quantum numbers both for the ground state and the nuclear levels of the nuclei used, adds information as to the type of interaction. In particular, the use of the 4.4 MeV level of Carbon guarantees that the exchange quantum has isotopic spin 0. In addition, evidence resulting from our tests at Berkeley seems to further encourage the notion that this level selects to a good extent phenomena of the diffractive type. We ask for 150 hours of running on a 100 BeV/c pion beam.

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This report is about the introduction to the law of right of the accused to counsel in criminal cases as interpreted by the United States Supreme court since Powel v. Alabama, 287 U.S 32 (1932) and also about the purpose of compiling federal and state statutes in the different areas.

Recent improvements have made the two-stage, light-gas gun at Lawrence Livermore Laboratory into a dependable source of very energetic planar shocks. Also, the inclined-prism technique has proved useful in observing anomalous behavior of materials, especially at low pressure. The availability of these improved techniques presented an opportunity to re-examine the low pressure, shock-compression characteristics for graphite and, in a search for an additional transformation, to extend some of the data to higher pressures.

A listing is given of Mound Laboratory's sales of stable isotopes of noble gases, carbon, oxygen, nitrogen, chlorine, and sulfur for fiscal years 1976 and 1976A (the period July 1, 1975 through September 30, 1976). Purchasers are listed alphabetically and are divided into domestic and foreign groups. A cross-reference index by location is included for domestic customers. Cross-reference listings by isotope purchased are included for all customers.

The bases and procedure for plotting LOFT Technical Specification Figure 3-1, PCS Temperature vs. Pressure is presented. The curves define fracture toughness limits for the carbon steel vessels (Reactor vessel, pressurizer and steam generator) in the primary coolant system (PCS). An allowance is included for the lag between measured fluid temperature and metal temperature of the carbon steel components for the heat up situation. As a result the curves are conservative for the cooldown situation. However, no allowances for expected pressure and temperature instrument errors is included in the curves.

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 tuition equalization grants (Sec. 61.228, Texas Education Code) may be extended to graduate students.

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 a county and city may loan revenue sharing funds to a student to finance his medical education in return for a promise that he will serve as county health officer and maintain practice in the city for a specified time after licensing.

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; Use of Investment income from school bond proceeds.

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 a corporation may make contributions and expenditures for the purpose of aiding or defeating the passage of a municipal bond issue.

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, Crawford Martin, regarding a legal question submitted for clarification; Affadavits for payment of claims against the State Highway Fund.

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, Crawford Martin, regarding a legal question submitted for clarification; Driver Age Requirements for Transportation Enterprises, Inc., under Article 6678b, V.C.S.