| Hybrid Techniques for Optimizing Complex Systems |
Dec-2009 |
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| Authors:
John P Hayes; Igor L Markov; MICHIGAN UNIV ANN ARBOR
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 | This is the final technical report for a three year research project on Hybrid Techniques for Optimizing Complex Systems conducted at the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor and sponsored by the Air Force Research Laboratory. The project's overall goal was to investigate novel hybrid techniques that combine concepts from quantum and classical computer science to solve hard computational problems, including the handling of uncertainty. The research problems considered include design ... |
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| Automated Routing of Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) |
Sep-2009 |
46 pages |
| Authors:
Terry Jameson; Edward M Measure; David Knapp; Andrew Butler; ARMY RESEARCH LAB WHITE SANDS MISSILE RANGE NM INFORMATION AND ELECTRONIC PROTECTION DIV
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 | Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) have become a key component of US military power and are likely to have an increasing role in reconnaissance, surveillance, communication and combat. UAS operations are affected by weather and other environmental effects, but usually have less capability to see, react to, and endure adverse environments than manned aircraft. Weather effects thus become a crucial part of both operational planning and execution of UAS missions. The ... |
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| Nitrogen Cycling and Fate in a Floodplain Backwater of the Upper Mississippi River |
Sep-2009 |
16 pages |
| Authors:
William F James; ENGINEER RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT CENTER VICKSBURG MS ENVIRONMENTAL LAB
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| Backwaters connected to large rivers efficiently retain nitrate and can play an important role in reducing downstream loading to coastal marine environments. However, biotic assimilation and transient storage can account for a significant portion of the nitrate uptake versus denitrification. The fate of this nitrogen (N) pool is largely unknown. Is assimilated nitrate stored temporarily and exported from the system later as another N species or is it eventually routed ... |
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| Impact of Loading Distribution of Abrams Suspension on Track Performance and Durability |
03-Aug-2009 |
12 pages |
| Authors:
David Ostberg; Bill Bradford; TACOM RESEARCH DEVELOPMENT AND ENGINEERING CENTER WARREN MI GROUND VEHICLE POWER AND MOBILITY
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| High life cycle costs coupled with durability and environmental challenges of tracked vehicles in South West Asia (SWA) have focused R&D activities on understanding failure modes of track components as well as understanding the system impacts on track durability. The durability limiters for M1 Abrams (M1, M1A1, and M1A2) T-158LL track systems are the elastomeric components. The focus of this study is to review test methodology utilized to collect preliminary ... |
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| Navy Nuclear Aircraft Carrier (CVN) Homeporting at Mayport: Background and Issues for Congress |
17-Jul-2009 |
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| Authors:
Ronald O'Rourke; LIBRARY OF CONGRESS WASHINGTON DC CONGRESSIONAL RESEARCH SERVICE
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| On January 14, 2009, the Navy announced that it wants to transfer one of its nuclear-powered aircraft carriers (CVNs) to the Navy home port at Mayport, Florida, known formally as Naval Station (NAVSTA) Mayport. On April 10, 2009, the Department of Defense (DoD) announced that it had decided to delay a final decision on whether to propose transferring a CVN to Mayport until it reviews the issue as part of ... |
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| Navy Nuclear-Powered Surface Ships: Background, Issues, and Options for Congress |
17-Jul-2009 |
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| Authors:
Ronald O'Rourke; LIBRARY OF CONGRESS WASHINGTON DC CONGRESSIONAL RESEARCH SERVICE
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| Some Members of Congress, particularly on the House Armed Services Committee, have expressed interest in expanding the use of nuclear power to a wider array of Navy surface ships, including the Navy's planned CG(X) cruiser. Section 1012 of the FY2008 defense authorization act makes it U.S. policy to construct the major combatant ships of the Navy with integrated nuclear power systems, unless the Secretary of Defense submits a notification to ... |
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| DAM_Explorer: A Modeling Framework for Assessing the Physical Response of Streams to Dam Removal |
Jun-2009 |
7 pages |
| Authors:
Jock Conyngham; Chris Wallen; CORPS OF ENGINEERS WASHINGTON DC ECOSYSTEM MANAGEMENT AND RESTORATION RESEARCH PROGRAM
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| Dam removals and modifications are increasing areas of focus for US Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Districts from several standpoints: design of restoration projects and quantifying potential environmental impacts (Operations, Continuing Authorities Projects, Support for Others, and General Investigations) and the evaluation of permit applications (Regulatory). Physical response of the reservoir bed and downstream channel boundary as well as multiple parameters of sediment dynamics are topics of central interest in ... |
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| Flotation Analysis for Boat Docks on U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Projects. Recreation Management Support Program |
Jun-2009 |
34 pages |
| Authors:
Julie B Marcy; Jack Johnson; ENGINEER RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT CENTER VICKSBURG MS ENVIRONMENTAL LAB
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| This report documents a survey of flotation products being used at boat docks on U.S. Army of Engineers lakes, best practices, and policies for dock flotation of various water managers, and potential environmental impacts from flotation products. This report conveys the findings thereof. |
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| Navy Nuclear-Powered Surface Ships: Background, Issues, and Options for Congress |
29-May-2009 |
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| Authors:
Ronald O'Rourke; LIBRARY OF CONGRESS WASHINGTON DC CONGRESSIONAL RESEARCH SERVICE
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| Some Members of Congress, particularly on the House Armed Services Committee, have expressed interest in expanding the use of nuclear power to a wider array of Navy surface ships, including the Navy's planned CG(X) cruiser. Section 1012 of the FY2008 Defense Authorization Act (H.R. 4986/P.L. 110-181 of January 28, 2008) makes it U.S. policy to construct the major combatant ships of the Navy, including the CG(X), with integrated nuclear power ... |
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| Ethanol: A Strategic Energy Source? |
04-May-2009 |
29 pages |
| Authors:
Anthony A Wickham; ARMY WAR COLL CARLISLE BARRACKS PA
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| As an element of our energy security policy, the United States should encourage the development of alternative energy sources for future U.S. energy needs. The present administration cites our dependence on oil as one of our critical national weaknesses. Our international standing and economic stability will improve if we can discover plentiful renewable energy sources that eventually reduce global demand for oil. Ethanol is one of several possibilities for achieving ... |
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| Navy Nuclear Aircraft Carrier (CVN) Homeporting at Mayport: Background and Issues for Congress |
13-Apr-2009 |
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| Authors:
Ronald O'Rourke; LIBRARY OF CONGRESS WASHINGTON DC CONGRESSIONAL RESEARCH SERVICE
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| On January 14, 2009, the Navy announced that it wants to transfer one of its nuclear-powered aircraft carriers (CVNs) to the Navy home port at Mayport, FL, known formally as Naval Station (NAVSTA) Mayport. On April 10, 2009, the Department of Defense (DoD) announced that it has decided to delay a final decision on whether to propose transferring a CVN to Mayport until it reviews the issue as part of ... |
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| A Computational Tool for Evaluating THz Imaging Performance in Brownout Conditions at Land Sites Throughout the World |
Mar-2009 |
65 pages |
| Authors:
Seth L Marek; AIR FORCE INST OF TECH WRIGHT-PATTERSON AFB OH GRADUATE SCHOOL OF ENGINEERING AND MANAGEMENT
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| This study quantifies terahertz (THz) or sub-millimeter imaging performance during simulated rotary-wing brownout or whiteout environments based on geographic location and recent/current atmospheric weather conditions. The atmospheric conditions are defined through the Air Force Institute of Technology Center for Directed Energy (AFIT/CDE) Laser Environmental Effects Definition and Reference or LEEDR model. This model enables the creation of vertical profiles of temperature, pressure, water vapor content, optical turbulence, and atmospheric particulates ... |
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| Corrosion Mitigation Strategies - an Introduction |
05-Feb-2009 |
72 pages |
| Authors:
Joe Curran; NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF CORROSION ENGINEERS HOUSTON TX
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| METHODS OF CORROSION CONTROL -- SUMMARY: Design * Materials Selection * Protective Coatings * Cathodic Protection * Modification of Environment. |
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| Environmental Assessment to Replace Utility Poles at Bear Creek and Coast Road, Vandenberg Air Force Base, California |
Feb-2009 |
32 pages |
| Authors:
Phillip W Rieger; CIVIL ENGINEER SQUADRON (30TH) VANDENBERG AFB CA ENVIRONMENTAL FLIGHT
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| Environmental Assessment of the effects of replacing two utility poles at VAFB, CA to raise the utility lines crossing Bear Creek, and thus allow transfer of new missile satellite along this route. Higher lines required because new satellite fairing is larger than those previously transported to the launch complex accessed by this route. Significant issues discussed in the EA included effects on Threatened and Endangered Species and Cultural Resources. Consultation ... |
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| Aging Aircraft Branch Overview |
Feb-2009 |
29 pages |
| Authors:
Steve Smith; COAST GUARD WASHINGTON DC
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| Corrosion Cell/AAB: Working specifically on supporting programs like sheltering, dehumidification and other corrosion prevention methods. Leveraging DoD and industry on joint initiatives to mitigate corrosion * Coordinate with CG Headquarters and Aviation Facility Manager to support initiatives which improve mission readiness and reduce life cycle costs. Among the challenges the services face in keeping their equipment and supplies in good operating condition is corrosion caused by exposure to the environment. ... |
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| Applying an Avian Index of Biological Integrity to Assess and Monitor Arid and Semi-arid Riparian Ecosystems |
Jan-2009 |
23 pages |
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Michael P Guilfoyle; James S Wakeley; Richard A Fischer; ENGINEER RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT CENTER VICKSBURG MS
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| Effective tools to monitor and evaluate ecosystem change are needed to measure the impacts of human activity and determine whether ecosystem protection or restoration are needed or are even reasonable options to minimize continued degradation and loss of natural resources (Karr 1991, 2005; Karr and Chu 1999). The problem is how to accurately measure and monitor human induced impacts in highly complex and continually changing environments. The Index of Biological ... |
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| Defense Infrastructure. Army's Approach for Acquiring Land Is Not Guided by Up-to-Date Strategic Plan or Always Communicated Effectively |
Jan-2009 |
60 pages |
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GOVERNMENT ACCOUNTABILITY OFFICE WASHINGTON DC
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| Recently, the Army forecast that it would experience a 4.5-million-acre training land shortfall by 2013 and proposed to purchase additional land adjacent to certain existing training ranges. In response to a congressional request, GAO reviewed the Army's approach for acquiring training land. This report (1) evaluates the Army's approach to the acquisition of training land, (2) describes the Army's consideration of alternatives and assessment of the environmental and economic effects, ... |
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| Sensitivity Analysis of QSAR Models for Assessing Novel Military Compounds |
Jan-2009 |
43 pages |
| Authors:
Igor Linkov; Jay L Clausen; Erin Bennett; ENGINEER RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT CENTER HANOVER NH COLD REGIONS RESEARCH AND ENGINEERING LAB
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| Reliable estimates of physical and biochemical properties of novel energetic compounds are essential before making the investment to synthesize, scale-up, and manufacture a new material for use in either military or civilian applications. Quantitative Structure-Activity Relationship (QSAR) software tools are available for predicting the physicochemical properties and environmental impacts of these emerging materials. The uncertainty and variability in melting point, solubility, half-lives, and related properties as a means of determining ... |
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| Imported Oil and U.S. National Security |
Jan-2009 |
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| Authors:
Keith Crane; Angel Rabasa; Harun Dogo; Stuart E Johnson; Alireza Nader; Andreas Goldthau; Michael Toman; Thomas Light; RAND CORP ARLINGTON VA NATIONAL SECURITY RESEARCH DIV
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| In 2007, on a net basis, the United States imported 58 percent of the oil it consumed. This monograph critically evaluates commonly suggested links between these oil imports and U.S. national security. The major risks to the United States posed by its reliance on foreign oil are the economic costs of a major disruption in global oil supplies. On the other hand, the study found no evidence that oil exporters ... |
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| Environmental Assessment for the Space Complex-5 SCOUT Launcher Relocation, Vandenberg Air Force Base, California |
Jan-2009 |
30 pages |
| Authors:
Phillip W Rieger; CIVIL ENGINEER SQUADRON (30TH) VANDENBERG AFB CA ENVIRONMENTAL FLIGHT
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| Environmental Assessment of the effects of relocating a SCOUT missile launcher from a dilapidated launch complex at VAFB, refurbishing it for use at Pacific Missile Range Facility in HI. Significant issue was that the Launcher was a historic property. This effect was mitigated through consultation with the State Historic Preservation Officer (attached to EA). EA concludes with a FONSI (finding of no significant impact), signed by base Vice Commander, thus ... |
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| The Comparative Study of the Effects of Extremely Low Frequency Electromagnetic Fields and Infrasound on Water Molecule Dissociation and Generation of Reactive Oxygen Species |
Nov-2008 |
54 pages |
| Authors:
Sinerik Ayrapetyan; UNESCO YEREVAN (ARMENIA) LIFE SCIENCES HIGHER EDUCATIONAL SCHOOL
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| The project was devoted to the study of the mechanisms of the effect of non-ionizing (extremely low frequency electromagnetic field and infrasound) radiation and gas composition of the medium on water dissociation and hydrogen peroxide (H2O2) formation in water and water solutions. Lack of knowledge of the effect of extremely low frequency electromagnetic field (ELF EMF) and infrasound (IS) on physicochemical properties of water and water solutions (the dominant component ... |
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| Navy Nuclear-Powered Surface Ships: Background, Issues, and Options for Congress |
03-Oct-2008 |
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| Authors:
Ronald O'Rourke; LIBRARY OF CONGRESS WASHINGTON DC CONGRESSIONAL RESEARCH SERVICE
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| Some Members of Congress, particularly on the House Armed Services Committee, have expressed interest in expanding the use of nuclear power to a wider array of Navy surface ships, including the Navy's planned CG(X) cruiser. Section 1012 of the FY2008 Defense Authorization Act (H.R. 4986/P.L. 110-181 of January 28, 2008) makes it U.S. policy to construct the major combatant ships of the Navy, including the CG(X), with integrated nuclear power ... |
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| Effects of Hurricane Katrina-Related Levee Failures on Wetland Sediments |
01-Sep-2008 |
46 pages |
| Authors:
Jeffery Steevens; Burton Suedel; Alan Kennedy; Sandra Brasfield; ENGINEER RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT CENTER VICKSBURG MS ENVIRONMENTAL LAB
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| The U.S. Army Engineer Research and Development Center (ERDC) Environmental Laboratory, Vicksburg, MS, conducted a study to determine the extent to which Katrina floodwaters in the New Orleans area may have had impacts on wildlife habitat and other biological resources in surrounding areas. These experiments were conducted as part of the Interagency Performance Evaluation Task Force (IPET), which is investigating environmental impacts originating from the failure of the hurricane protection ... |
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| Portable Weather Intelligence for the Soldier |
01-Jul-2008 |
24 pages |
| Authors:
David Sauter; ARMY RESEARCH LAB WHITE SANDS MISSILE RANGE NM COMPUTATIONAL AND INFORMATION SCIENCE DIRECTORATE
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| Enhancements in computer hardware and software technology have allowed the development and porting of advanced environmental effects applications on highly portable lightweight computing devices. The U.S. Army Research Laboratory's (ARL) Battlefield Environment Division has developed a number of such products on a personal digital assistant (PDA) for use by individual Soldiers. This technology includes a mobile heat stress calculator, an Artillery meteorological messages application (fielded in fiscal year 2007 (FY07) ... |
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| Metals Load Reduction in Storm Water using High-Efficiency Sweepers |
Jun-2008 |
29 pages |
| Authors:
Ernie Arias; Chuck Katz; SPACE AND NAVAL WARFARE SYSTEMS CENTER SAN DIEGO CA ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCES BRANCH (CODE 71750)
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| This presentation discusses the problem of storm water metal concentrations, particularly copper and zinc, and based on test results, concludes that new sweeping technology provides potentially useful wide-area best management practices. |
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| Navy Nuclear-Powered Surface Ships: Background, Issues, and Options for Congress |
22 MAY 2008 |
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| Authors:
Ronald O'Rourke; LIBRARY OF CONGRESS WASHINGTON DC CONGRESSIONAL RESEARCH SERVICE
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| Some Members of Congress, particularly on the House Armed Services Committee, have expressed interest in expanding the use of nuclear power to a wider array of Navy surface ships, starting with the Navy's planned CG(X) cruiser, the first of which the Navy wants to procure in FY2011. Section 1012 of the FY2008 Defense Authorization Act makes it U.S. policy to construct the major combatant ships of the Navy, including the ... |
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| International Illegal Trade in Wildlife: Threats and U.S. Policy |
19-May-2008 |
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| Authors:
Liana S Wyler; Pervaze A Sheikh; LIBRARY OF CONGRESS WASHINGTON DC CONGRESSIONAL RESEARCH SERVICE
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| Global trade in illegal wildlife is a growing illicit economy, estimated to be worth at least $5 billion and potentially in excess of $20 billion annually. Some of the most lucrative illicit wildlife commodities include tiger parts, caviar, elephant ivory, rhino horn, and exotic birds and reptiles. Demand for illegally obtained wildlife is ubiquitous, and some suspect that illicit demand is growing. International wildlife smuggling may be of interest to ... |
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| Environmental Assessment of Perimeter Road Maintenance at Buckley Air Force Base, Colorado |
01-May-2008 |
158 pages |
| Authors:
Carlos R Cruz-Gonzales; SPACE WING ( 460TH) BUCKLEY AFB CO
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| Buckley AFB occupies approximately 3,283 acres (1,328 hectares) adjacent to the City of Aurora, Colorado. The Buckley AFB perimeter road follows the boundary fence and the condition of the road varies with the location. The road is approximately 10 feet wide and 70,785 feet (13.4 miles) long. In some places, the road is just soil that is graded periodically and in other locations, an aggregate from recycled concrete and asphalt ... |
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| Defense Infrastructure: Planning Efforts for the Proposed Military Buildup on Guam Are in Their Initial Stages, with Many Challenges Yet to Be Addressed |
01 MAY 2008 |
30 pages |
| Authors:
Brian J. Lepore; GOVERNMENT ACCOUNTABILITY OFFICE WASHINGTON DC
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| To reduce the burden of the U.S. military presence on Japanese communities while maintaining a continuing presence of U.S. forces in the region, in 2005 and 2006 the U.S.-Japan Defense Policy Review Initiative outlined the effort to relocate American military units in Japan to other areas, including Guam. The Department of Defense (DOD) plans to move 8,000 Marines and an estimated 9,000 dependents from Okinawa, Japan, to Guam by the ... |
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| Cytochrome c Gene and Protein Expression: Developmental Regulation, Environmental Response, and Pesticide Sensitivity in Aedes aegypti |
May-2008 |
9 pages |
| Authors:
Kenneth J Linthicum; Julia W Pridgeon; Liming Zhao; James J Becnel; Gary G Clark; AGRICULTURAL RESEARCH SERVICE GAINESVILLE FL CENTER FOR MEDICAL AGRICULTURAL AND VETERINARY ENTOMOLOGY
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| Cytochrome c is a highly conserved protein that is found in many multicellular and unicellular organisms. Cytochrome c is a critical intermediate in apoptosis: a controlled form of cell death that kills cells as part of their natural process of development and in response to environmental condition. To detect whether cytochrome c of the mosquito Aedes aegypti (L.) (AeaCytC) is developmentally regulated, we used quantitative real-time polymerase chain reaction (PCR) ... |
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| Environmental Support to Amphibious Craft, Patrol Boats, and Coastal Ships: An Annotated Bibliography |
05 MAR 2008 |
48 pages |
| Authors:
Charles M. Bachmann; Robert A. Fusina; C. R. Nichols; Jack McDermid; NAVAL RESEARCH LAB WASHINGTON DC
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| This annotated bibliography is a selection of citations to books, articles, documents, and data bases highlighting environmental conditions that impact the safety and performance of amphibious craft, patrol boats, and ships designed for coastal operations. Each citation is followed by a brief summary and evaluation of the source (i.e., the annotation). Most annotations will define the scope of the source, list significant cross references, and identify the relevant environmental conditions. ... |
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| Military Training: Compliance with Environmental Laws Affects Some Training Activities, but DOD Has Not Made a Sound Business Case for Additional Environmental Exemptions |
01-Mar-2008 |
59 pages |
| Authors:
Richard Johnson; Mark A Little; Brian J Lepore; Patricia McClure; Arthur James; Vijaykumar Barnabas; Jason Jackson; Oscar Mardis; Susan Ditto; Jacqueline S McColl; GOVERNMENT ACCOUNTABILITY OFFICE WASHINGTON DC
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| Why GAO Did This Study: A fundamental principle of military readiness is that the military must train as it intends to fight, and military training ranges allow the Department of Defense (DOD) to accomplish this goal. According to DOD officials, heightened focus on the application of environmental statutes has affected the use of its training areas. Since 2003, DOD has obtained exemptions from three environmental laws and has sought exemptions ... |
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| Selecting the Best Thermal Building Insulation Using a Multi-Attribute Decision Model |
MAR 2008 |
118 pages |
| Authors:
Theodore J. Sotoropolis; AIR FORCE INST OF TECH WRIGHT-PATTERSON AFB OH SCHOOL OF ENGINEERING AND MANAGEMENT
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| Thermal building insulation has traditionally been viewed as a means to reduce thermal conductivity through the building envelope. Builders typically choose the least expensive material which meets the specifications in order to remain competitive. Other factors regarding long term health and environmental consequences are typically dismissed. However, a recent shift toward sustainability requires that architects and engineers take a more responsible approach to building design. This research takes a holistic ... |
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| A Comparative Analysis of Fortress (ES520) and Mesh Dynamics' (4000 Series) Networking Capabilities During Coasts 2007 Field Experiments |
MAR 2008 |
177 pages |
| Authors:
Brian K. Tyler; NAVAL POSTGRADUATE SCHOOL MONTEREY CA
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| The Cooperative Operations and Applied Science & Technology Studies (COASTS) field experimentation program is a combined Indonesia-Malaysia-Singapore-Thailand-U.S. research and development (R&D) effort to test commercial-off-the-shelf (COTS) Command and Control, Communications Computers and Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance (C4ISR) technologies to provide real-time situational awareness (SA) for multi-national, tactical and remote decision makers in a cooperative environment. This thesis evaluated the military suitability of Fortress 802.11 ES520 wireless technology and Mesh Dynamics ... |
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| Intelligence Scotomas in Central and South America (The Proteus Monograph Series, Volume 1, Issue 4, March 2008) |
Mar-2008 |
121 pages |
| Authors:
John B Alexander; ARMY WAR COLL CARLISLE BARRACKS PA CENTER FOR STRATEGIC LEADERSHIP
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| Why should I care? This response from a U.S. Army staff officer may seem like a strange introduction to a monograph on national security issues, but it actually strikes at the crux of the problem. The comment was made by a lieutenant colonel assigned to the Department of the Army's G-3 office when told that there were significant problems emerging in South America. He is far from alone in his ... |
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| Engineered Nanoscale Materials and Derivative Products: Regulatory Challenges |
22 JAN 2008 |
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| Authors:
Linda-Jo Schierow; LIBRARY OF CONGRESS WASHINGTON DC CONGRESSIONAL RESEARCH SERVICE
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| Scientists and engineers are rapidly learning how to examine, design, and manipulate materials at the molecular level, termed nanoscale, between 1 and 100 billionths of a meter. The U.S. government has invested billions of dollars to ensure that American industry remains a global leader in the field, because the products of nanotechnology are seen to have great economic potential and offer possible solutions to national problems ranging from energy efficiency ... |
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| North American Oil Sands: History of Development, Prospects for the Future |
17 JAN 2008 |
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| Authors:
Marc Humphries; LIBRARY OF CONGRESS WASHINGTON DC CONGRESSIONAL RESEARCH SERVICE
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| When it comes to future reliable oil supplies, Canada's oil sands will likely account for a greater share of U.S. oil imports. Oil sands account for about 46% of Canada's total oil production and oil sands production is increasing as conventional oil production declines. Since 2004, when a substantial portion of Canada's oil sands were deemed economic, Canada, with about 175 billion barrels of proved oil sands reserves, has ranked ... |
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| Global Warming, Africa and National Security |
15 JAN 2008 |
55 pages |
| Authors:
John C. Hinkley; ARMY WAR COLL CARLISLE BARRACKS PA
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| Global warming and the resulting climate change is an issue with far reaching security ramifications for the United States. The US has vested interests in regional stability in many critical areas throughout the world. Few of these areas are growing in importance as quickly as Africa. The United States' interests in Africa include reliable access to resources, support against extremist groups, and cooperation on regional security issues to name a ... |
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| Spring 2008 Industry Study: Aircraft Industry |
01-Jan-2008 |
38 pages |
| Authors:
INDUSTRIAL COLL OF THE ARMED FORCES WASHINGTON DC
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| The global aircraft industry is healthy. Vigorous competition exists in all market sectors. With the exception of the relatively less mature unmanned aircraft systems sector, significant changes to the number and identity of competing firms are not likely in the next few years, although the mature military fixed-wing sector likely will see new joint ventures and other forms of cooperation between firms. Orders for commercial aircraft are soaring and should ... |
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| AY 2007-2008 Achieving U.S. Energy Security: Energy Industry Sector Report Seminar 8 |
01-Jan-2008 |
36 pages |
| Authors:
INDUSTRIAL COLL OF THE ARMED FORCES WASHINGTON DC
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| The source of U.S. national security strength stems in large part from the nation's economic foundation; the ability to generate and exploit inexpensive energy underpins that strength. Therefore, the United States has a vital interest in ensuring the viability and stability of the global energy system and securing its energy security. This Industrial College of the Armed Forces Energy Industry paper analyzes the energy sector and grapples with how to ... |
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| Green Warriors: Army Environmental Considerations for Contingency Operations from Planning through Post-Conflict |
01-Jan-2008 |
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| Authors:
Brian Rosen; Tiffany Nichols; Beth E Lachman; David E Mosher; Michael D Greenberg; Henry H Willis; RAND ARROYO CENTER SANTA MONICA CA
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| Environmental issues have become increasingly important in contingency operations the U.S. Army conducts overseas. Countries in which the Army conducts operations tend to have environmental problems caused by industrialization, lack of environmental protection, long-running conflict, and natural conditions. This situation creates health and safety risks for soldiers, can affect missions, and can increase the importance of life-sustaining environmental infrastructures for such things as clean water, sewage disposal, and agriculture. Prompted ... |
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| Habitat Equivalency Analysis: A Potential Tool for Estimating Environmental Benefits |
JAN 2008 |
10 pages |
| Authors:
Gary L. Ray; ENGINEER RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT CENTER VICKSBURG MS
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| Estimates of the environmental benefits associated with U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) activities are increasingly becoming part of project requirements. This technical note describes Habitat Equivalency Analysis (HEA), a procedure that could potentially be applied to a wide variety of USACE projects to assist in calculating such benefits. |
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| Effects of Sound on the Marine Environment |
Jan-2008 |
13 pages |
| Authors:
Martin Siderius; Michael Porter; PORTLAND STATE UNIV OR DEPT OF ELECTRICAL AND COMPUTER ENGINEERING
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| The overall objective of this research is to develop the best possible modeling tools for estimating the impact of sound on marine life. The goal is to provide state-of-the-art, open source codes to model sound sources, sound propagation and animal behavior. We will also assemble open source environmental databases for quantities such as seabed properties, bathymetry and ocean sound speed. Together, these tools will provide the best estimate of the ... |
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| Oil Spill Response Technology Initiation Decision Report to the Pollution Abatement Ashore Program |
DEC 2007 |
139 pages |
| Authors:
C. Katz; R. Gauthier; SPACE AND NAVAL WARFARE SYSTEMS CENTER SAN DIEGO CA
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| This Initiation Decision Report (IDR) describes a review and prioritization of potential technologies that could be used to reduce response costs and environmental damage from accidental spills of oil into the aquatic environment. The report was requested by the Naval Facilities Engineering Command (NAVFAC) Pollution Abatement Ashore (PAA) Program in response to a need submitted by the Navy oil spill user community to improve the management of oil spill response ... |
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| Strategic Sustainability Assessment |
DEC 2007 |
5 pages |
| Authors:
Elisabeth Jenicek; Donald Fournier; Natalie Myers; Brian Deal; ENGINEER RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT CENTER VICKSBURG MS
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| Sustainability has become an important issue of broad public concern. The availability of clean air and water, secure and reliable energy resources, open space, and pollution prevention activities are not only essential for improving the livability of our communities, they are also imperative for the successful long-term operations of our military installations. Demographic and lifestyle shifts increase communal demand for land and other limited resources. As these demands grow, they ... |
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| Thin Layer Placement of Dredged Material on Coastal Wetlands: A Review of the Technical and Scientific Literature |
DEC 2007 |
9 pages |
| Authors:
Gary L. Ray; ENGINEER RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT CENTER VICKSBURG MS ENVIRONMENTAL LAB
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| Coastal wetlands in many areas are deteriorating due, in part, to sediment depletion, subsidence, and sea level rise. The purpose of this technical note is to review and synthesize the available scientific and technical literature concerning thin layer placement of dredged materials in wetlands to ameliorate these effects. |
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| TNT07 MIO San Francisco Bay, Atmospheric Effects After Action Report |
12 OCT 2007 |
49 pages |
| Authors:
Peter Guest; Kenneth Davidson; Mary Jordan; Richard Lind; NAVAL POSTGRADUATE SCHOOL MONTEREY CA
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| The authors participated in four Tactical Network Topology Marine Interdiction Operations (TNT MIOs) during FY 2007. The overall goals of the authors TNT MIO studies were (1) to provide military and law enforcement personnel with real time and future information on how the environment will affect marine interdiction operations and (2) to develop, verify and improve models and procedures used in (1) by comparing predictions with actual in situ observations. ... |
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| Environmental Assessment Golf Learning Center and Driving Range |
07 OCT 2007 |
55 pages |
| Authors:
Richard W. Normandie; Matthew R. Lewis; AIR FORCE ACADEMY COLORADO SPRINGS CO 10TH CIVIL ENGINEER SQUADRON, ENVIRONMENTAL DIV
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| The United States Air Force Academy (Academy) has prepared an Environmental Assessment (EA) to assess the potential environmental effects resulting from construction of a Golf Learning Center and driving range at the Academy Eisenhower Golf Course. The EA analyzes the potential environmental impacts from proposed activities on air quality, airspace, biological resources, cultural resources, geology and soils, hazardous materials and waste management, land use, noise and water resources. The EA ... |
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| Chemical Remediation of an Ordnance-Related Compound: The Alkaline Hydrolysis of CL-20. Environmental Quality Technology Program |
SEP 2007 |
27 pages |
| Authors:
Lara Santiago; Deborah R. Felt; Jeffrey L. Davis; ENGINEER RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT CENTER VICKSBURG MS ENVIRONMENTAL LAB
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| Hexanitrohexaazaisowurtzitane (2,4,6,8,10,12-hexanitro-2,4,6,8,10,12-hexaazatetracyclo [5.5.0.05,9.03,11] dodecane) or CL-20 has attracted attention as a possible replacement for, or inclusion in, military and space propellants and explosives. CL-20 is a polycyclic nitramine with a higher crystal density, a higher heat of formation, and a better oxidizer-to-fuel ratio than conventional nitramines used in propellants. The effective life cycle management of CL-20 requires development of knowledge and technologies related to the consequences and attributes of CL-20 ... |
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| Environmental Assessment for Proposed Replacement of the Squadron Operations Facility at the 140th Wing, Colorado Air National Guard |
SEP 2007 |
146 pages |
| Authors:
Elizabeth Meyer; Kate Bartz; Carlos Jallo; Elise Sheva; Jeff Lindquist; SCIENCE APPLICATIONS INTERNATIONAL CORP TUCSON AZ
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| The 140th Wing (140 WG) of the Colorado Air National Guard (ANG) proposes to construct and operate an adequately sized, technologically up-to-date, and properly configured Squadron Operations Facility at Buckley Air Force Base (AFB) to accommodate the requirements of the Air Sovereignty Alert (ASA) and North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD) missions. The Proposed Action would provide a new Squadron Operation Facility as well as interior modifications to the existing ... |
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