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Heavy Duty Diesel Truck and Bus Hybrid Powertrain Study 01 Mar 2012 192 pages
Authors:  Steven Eick; SELECT ENGINEERING SERVICES LAYTON UT
The full text of this report is available for sale.This study has been commissioned by the U.S. Army Tank Automotive Research, Development and Engineering Center (TARDEC) to explore the range of Medium-Duty (MD) and Heavy-Duty (HD) trucks and transit buses with diesel-electric hybrid powertrains, and to document the experiences of fleet users of these vehicles. It covers present and planned hybrid-electric powertrain technology and architectures and commercial hybrid truck and bus products.


Autoignition Characteristics of Low Cetane Number JP-8 and Approaches for Improved Operation in Military Diesel Engines 09 AUG 2011 11 pages
Authors:  Naeim Henein; Walter Bryzik; Chandrasekharan Jayakumar; Eric R. Sattler; Nicholas C. Johnson; Nichole K. Hubble; ARMY TANK AUTOMOTIVE RESEARCH DEVELOPMENT AND ENGINEERING CENTER WARREN MI
The full text of this report is available for sale.Problems resulting from the use of low-Cetane Number (CN) JP-8 in military diesel engines are mainly caused by the poor autoignition quality of the fuel that requires a long period between the start of injection and the start of combustion. A detailed analysis of the processes which occur during the ignition delay period clearly shows that the start of combustion is preceded by a long period where the Low Temperature ...


Light Tactical Wheeled Vehicles - A Fuel Efficient Soultion Enabled by Boosted Down Sized Engines Managed with Open Control Systems AUG 2011 5 pages
Authors:  Gustav Johnson; AVL POWERTRAIN ENGINEERING INC PLYMOUTH MI
The full text of this report is available for sale.Modern medium and heavy duty Commercial Off The Shelf (COTS) diesel engines take advantage of state-of-the-art technologies to deliver excellent performance while meeting the most stringent emissions legislation. While some of these technologies offer significant advantages in terms of engine efficiency, performance and weight versus traditional military engines, others are driven purely by the need to meet emissions standards. In order to successfully adapt these COTS engines for military use ...


Complex of a Protective Antibody with its Ebola Virus GP Peptide Epitope: Unusual Features of a Vlambdalx Light Chain JAN 2008 16 pages
Authors:  Jeffrey E. Lee; Ana Kuehne; Dafna M. Abelson; Marnie L. Fusco; Mary K. Hart; Erica O. Saphire; ARMY MEDICAL RESEARCH INST OF INFECTIOUS DISEASES FORT DETRICK MD
The full text of this report is available for sale.13F6-1-2 is a murine monoclonal antibody that recognizes the heavily glycosylated mucin-like domain of the Ebola virus virion-attached glycoprotein (GP) and protects animals against lethal viral challenge. Here we present the crystal structure, at 2.0 , of 13F6-1-2 in complex with its Ebola virus GP peptide epitope. The GP peptide binds in an extended conformation, anchored primarily by interactions to the heavy chain. Two GP residues, Gln P406 and Arg ...


Complex of a Protective Antibody with its Ebola Virus GP Peptide Epitope: Unusual Features of a V lambda x Light Chain OCT 2007 16 pages
Authors:  Jeffrey E. Lee; Ana Kuehne; Dafna M. Abelson; Marnie L. Fusco; Mary K. Hart; Erica O. Saphire; ARMY MEDICAL RESEARCH INST OF INFECTIOUS DISEASES FORT DETRICK MD VIROLOGY DIV
The full text of this report is available for sale.13F6-1-2 is a murine monoclonal antibody that recognizes the heavily glycosylated mucin-like domain of the Ebola virus virion-attached glycoprotein (GP) and protects animals against lethal viral challenge. Here we present the crystal structure, at 2.0 , of 13F6-1-2 in complex with its Ebola virus GP peptide epitope. The GP peptide binds in an extended conformation, anchored primarily by interactions to the heavy chain. Two GP residues, Gln P406 and Arg ...


The U.S. Army, Diesel Engines, and Heavy-Duty Emission Standards 16 MAR 2007 25 pages
Authors:  Dr.Pete Schihl; ARMY TANK-AUTOMOTIVE COMMAND WARREN MI PROPULSION SYSTEMS DIV
The full text of this report is available for sale.Briefing discusses the challanges faced in designing propulsion systems for army ground vehicles. Especially problematic is the cooling point for heavy equipment operating in desert conditions and emission standards for heavy duty vehicles.


Process Research and Development of Antibodies as Countermeasures for C. Botulinum MAR 2006 37 pages
Authors:  Michael Meagher; NEBRASKA UNIV LINCOLN
The full text of this report is available for sale.This report describes the design of a CGMP facility for yeast and bacteria on the first floor and basement of Othmer Hall, the home for the University of Nebraska-Lincoln Biological Process Development Facility. Design and a preliminary cost estimate is completed and the Program statement for the project is being submitted to the University of Nebraska Board of Reagents for approval. This report also describes research on the expression of ...


U.S. Army/TACOM LCMC Path Forward for Heavy Duty Diesel Vehicles/Engines 27-Oct-2005 33 pages
Authors:  Peter Schihl; Parminder Khabra; Luis Villahermosa; TACOM RESEARCH DEVELOPMENT AND ENGINEERING CENTER WARREN MI
The full text of this report is available for sale.The Environmental Protective Agency (EPA) finalized motor vehicle diesel fuel regulations and the heavy duty diesel on-road exhaust emissions regulations in January 2001. These regulations required a reduction in diesel fuel sulfur content starting in June 2006 and established stringent exhaust standards effective January 2007. This briefing looks at the impact of these regulations on the Department of Defense (DoD) and how DoD is meeting these challenges.


An Introduction to Heavy-Duty Diesel Engine Frictional Losses and Lubricant Properties Affecting Fuel Economy - Part 1 20 DEC 2004 14 pages
Authors:  Allen Comfort; ARMY TANK-AUTOMOTIVE COMMAND WARREN MI
The full text of this report is available for sale.This paper examines sources and contributions of friction in heavy-duty diesel engines. Current and past work done on the characterization of diesel engine friction will be reviewed. It is also a goal to analyze each component system from a basic mechanics viewpoint highlighting some of the key friction producing phenomena. Different regimes of lubricated friction will be illustrated using a generic Stribeck diagram, with a focus on loading and relative ...


Combinatorial Strategies and High Throughput Screening in Drug Discovery Targeted to Channel of Botulinum SEP 2004 17 pages
Authors:  Mauricio Montel; CALIFORNIA UNIV SAN DIEGO LA JOLLA
The full text of this report is available for sale.This program examines innovative approaches and powerful new technologies to identify selective and potent agents directed to prevent or relieve the neuroparalytic toxic actions of botulinum toxin A (BoNTA)1. The focus is on the ion channel forming activity pf BoNTs as a validated target to screen for inhibitors of the translocation of the light chain into the cytosol and therefore to attenuate the BoNT neurotoxicity. The key of the program ...


Molecular Dissection of the Human Antibody Response to the Structural Repeat Epitope of Plasmodium falciparum sporozoite from a Protected Donor 29 JUL 2004 13 pages
Authors:  Jonathan A. Chappel; William O. Rogers; Stephen L. Hoffman; Angray S. Kang; SCRIPPS RESEARCH INST LA JOLLA CA DEPT OF MOLECULAR BIOLOGY
The full text of this report is available for sale.The circumsporozoite surface protein is the primary target of human antibodies against Plasmodium falciparum sporozoites, these antibodies are predominantly directed to the major repetitive epitope (Asn-Pro-Asn-Ala)n, (NPNA)n. In individuals immunized by the bites of irradiated Anopheles mosquitoes carrying P. falciparum sporozoites in their salivary glands, the antirepeat response dominates and is thought by many to play a role in protective immunity.


Autoignition, Combustion Instability and White Smoke under Transient Conditions with JP-8 Fuel 19 JUN 2001 4 pages
Authors:  Naeim A. Henein; WAYNE STATE UNIV DETROIT MI CENTER FORAUTOMOTIVE RESEARCH
The full text of this report is available for sale.The goal of this project is to reduce the cold starting problems of military and commercial heavy-duty diesel engines, particularly the emission of white smoke. The failure of the autoignition process and/or combustion instability has been found to be the major causes of the cold starting problems. The approach is mainly experimental, supported by detailed analysis of the autoignition process. Models for the ignition delay period are developed considering the ...


Diesel Engine Injection Rate-Shape Optimization Using Genetic Algorithms and Multidimensional Modeling 19 JUN 2001 4 pages
Authors:  P. V. Farrell; D. E. Foster; J. B. Ghandhi; J. M. Moskwa; R. D. Reitz; WISCONSIN UNIV-MADISON ENGINE RESEARCH CENTER
The full text of this report is available for sale.A computational optimization study was performed for a heavy-duty direct-injection diesel engine using the recently developed KIVA-GA computer code. The effects of 11 engine input parameters on emissions and performance were studied. Start of injection (SOI), amount of EGR, boost pressure and eight parameters defining the fuel injection rate-shape were included in the search. The optimized configuration results in very low soot and NO(x) emissions together with relatively low fuel ...


Targeted Antibody Inhibition of Bone Metastases by Prostate Cancer AUG 2000 28 pages
Authors:  XiuHua Sun; John Chirgwin; TEXAS UNIV AT SAN ANTONIO
The full text of this report is available for sale.Metastasis to bone is a major cause of morbidity from prostate cancer. Parathyroid hormone related protein (PTHrP) is expressed by prostate cancer cells and stimulates osteoclasts. My project to test whether an antibody against PTHrP will block prostate cancer metastasis to bone. I clone the light and heavy chain cDNAs from a hybridoma, which secretes a PTHrP-neutralizing antibody which blocks breast cancer metastasis to bone but is untested against prostate ...


Fuel Consumption and Exhaust Emissions From a Heavy-Duty Hybrid Bus JUL 1999 77 pages
Authors:  Steven G. Fritz; E. A. Bass; J. Steiber; Angela Tobin; SOUTHWEST RESEARCH INST SAN ANTONIO TXTARDEC FUELS AND LUBRICANTS RESEARCH FACILITY
The full text of this report is available for sale.The introduction of prototype heavy-duty hybrid vehicles introduces a number of challenges in assessing emissions performance compared to conventionally powered diesel or gasoline-fueled, heavy-duty vehicles. Difficulty is encountered because the engine may be operated on an intermittent basis (as a function of load or state of charge of the energy storage system) and in a narrow speed/load range. An engine test alone would not characterize the hybrid vehicle's emissions or ...


Development of Advanced In-Cylinder Components and Tribological Systems for Low Heat Rejection Diesel Engines. Phases 2, 3, and 4 JUN 1999
Authors:  T. M. Yonushonis; P. D. Wiczynski; M. R. Myers; D. D. Anderson; A. C. McDonald; CUMMINS ENGINE CO INC COLUMBUS IN
The full text of this report is not available and therefore is not for sale. This information is provided for reference purposes only.In-cylinder components and tribological system concepts were designed, fabricated and tested at conditions anticipated for a 55% thermal efficiency heavy duty diesel engine for the year 2000 and beyond. A Cummins L10 single cylinder research engine was used to evaluate a spherical joint piston and connecting rod with 19.3 MPa (2800 psi) peak cylinder pressure capability, a thermal fatigue resistant insulated cylinder head, radial combustion seal cylinder liners, a highly ...


Exploiting Molecular Diversity of Enzymes Based on Phage Display: Development of Novel Enzymatic Catalysts 20 APR 1999 5 pages
Authors:  Pamela Sears; Chi-Huey Wong; SCRIPPS RESEARCH INST LA JOLLA CA
The full text of this report is available for sale.Barnase was successfully displayed on the surface of m13 phage as an N-terminal fusion with coat protein III. The successful display was verified by Western Blotting of purified phage. For selection of a thermostable barnase, the buried residues Ala11, Leu14, Leu20, Ala74, Ile88, Tyr90, and Ile96 were replaced randomly with Phe, Leu, Val, Ile, Ala, Pro, Gly, Ser, or Thr, giving a library of 2x10(exp 6) members. The transformation yield ...


Mechanism of Botulinum Toxin a Neurotoxicity: Channel Formation and Protein Phosphorylation MAR 1997 40 pages
Authors:  Mauricio Montal; CALIFORNIA UNIV SAN DIEGO LA JOLLA
The full text of this report is available for sale.A unique contribution of this program is the discovery of potentiation of botulinum neurotoxin (BoTx) A protease activity by tyrosine phosphorylation. This key finding underscores the requirement to screen for potential blockers using the pharmacologically relevant target, namely tyrosine phosphorylated neurotoxin, presumably the biologically active form within the cells. A most exciting outcome is the ability to design peptides that selectively block neurotransmitter release. The proteolytic products of the BoTx ...


Mechanism of Botulinum Toxin a Neurotoxicity: Channel Formation and Protein Phosphorylation 18 NOV 94
Authors:  Mauricio Montal; CALIFORNIA UNIV SAN DIEGO LA JOLLA
The full text of this report is not available and therefore is not for sale. This information is provided for reference purposes only.This program is aimed at the molecular characterization of botulinum neurotoxin A (BoTxA) domains implicated in its potent neurotoxicity. The N- terminal half of the heavy chain (HC) forms ion channels in lipid bilayers. We demonstrated that a synthetic peptide denoted BoTxATM, with sequence GAVILLEFIPEIAIPVLGTFALV (659 - 6811) contained in the HC, forms ion channels when reconstituted in bilayers. In contrast, a peptide with the same amino acid composition as ...


Reconfigurable Heavy Duty Battery Holder. 13 JUL 1993
Authors:  Darren J. Blier; DEPARTMENT OF THE NAVY WASHINGTON DC
The full text of this report is not available and therefore is not for sale. This information is provided for reference purposes only.A reconfigurable heavy duty battery holder which holds a plurality of standard sized battery cells. The device has removable plates and detachable leads to allow the user to reconfigure the device to provide different currents and voltages. The device comprises a body with a plurality of chambers for batteries, two end caps at either end of the body, and contacts at the end of each chamber electrically connected with terminals ...


Mechanisms of Action of Clostridial Neurotoxins on Dissociated Mouse Spinal Cord Neurons in Cell Culture 30 SEP 1991 28 pages
Authors:  Gregory K. Bergey; MARYLAND UNIV BALTIMORE
The full text of this report is available for sale.Although the clostridial neurotoxin tetanus toxin is one of the most potent biological substances, little is known about its specific mechanisms of action. The toxin is a 150,000 mw. bacterial protein comprised of two chains, the amino acid structure has been elucidated (Eisel et al., 1986). A binding subunit is located on the carboxyterminal of the 96,000 m.w. heavy chain. The papain produced fragment (fragment C) containing this binding subunit ...


PLS Compatible Guide Roller Kit (GRK) - FIeld Demonstration Test Results 03 JAN 91 51 pages
Authors:  Daniel J. Shearin Sr; ASI SYSTEMS INTERNATIONAL ABERDEEN MD ABERDEEN GROUP
The full text of this report is available for sale.This report presents the results of a successful demonstration of a Guide Roller Kit (GRK) carried in the tool box of a PLS vehicle and used too safely off load fully loaded PLS flat racks from an M872 type line haul semitrailer using only the PLS load handling system, obviating the need for a heavy crane to download the M872 semitrailer in forward areas where such cranes or heavy duty ...


Preliminary Airworthiness Evaluation of the RC-12K AUG 89 102 pages
Authors:  Joseph C. Miess; George M. Yamakawa; Robert D. Robbins; Warren P. Gould; ARMY AVIATION ENGINEERING FLIGHT ACTIVITY EDWARDS AFB CA
The full text of this report is available for sale.During this test program, ten flights were conducted for a total of 22.8 hours, of which 14.6 hours were productive. Tests were performed in the Guardrail/Common Sensor System mission configuration ballasted to an average gross weight of 16,000 lb and centers of gravity at fuselage station 188.1 (forward) and 195.1 (aft). Test results were evaluated against military specification MIL-F-8785C for handling qualities. Performance data presented in the operator's manual were ...


Second Generation Night Observation Device 18 JUL 89 2 pages
Authors:  OFFICE OF NAVAL RESEARCH EUROPEAN OFFICE FPO NEW YORK 09510
The full text of this report is available for sale.TRANSVARO Elektron Aletleri Sanayi Ve Ticaret A.S. of Istanbul, Turkey, is marketing the Model 9885A Second Generation Night Observation device (NOD). The NOD is a tripod mounted night vision sight typically used for long range surveillance when maximum performance and minimal operator fatigue are of primary importance. The exceptional performance of the NOD can be attributed to its high quality objective and the 25-mm microchannel plate image intensifier tube. Automatic ...


Proceedings of the European Conference (4th), Held in Wageningen, The Netherlands on March 21-23, 1989. Volume 2 MAR 89 111 pages
Authors:  INTERNATIONAL SOCIETY FOR TERRAIN-VEHICLE SYSTEMS
The full text of this report is available for sale.Contents: Terrain-Vehicle Systems and Sustained Soil Quality; Soil- Vehicle Interaction and Sustained Soil Quality; Advances in Mobility Devices and Soil-Vehicle Modelling; Soil compaction at wood hauling and wood skidding with heavy-duty tractors; Field Traffic and Sustained Soil Quality for Plant Growth - Agriculture and Forestry Aspects; Terrain-Vehicle Systems and Soil Quality - Military Aspects; Advances in Mobility Devices and Soil-Vehicle Modelling. Symposia, Netherlands. (JHD)


Research and Development on Enhanced Degradable Plastics 01 JAN 89 84 pages
Authors:  Anthony L. Andrady; RESEARCH TRIANGLE INST RESEARCH TRIANGLE PARK NC
The full text of this report is available for sale.Three major activities carried out during the report period are those relating to a) development of definitions, standards and test protocols for enhanced biodegradable plastics, b) the testing of selected starch-based plastic films for biodegradation under marine conditions, and c) assessment of two approaches to improved biodegradability in plastic films. Commercial starch- containing plastic films degrade slower at sea than that claimed for soil exposure. Moderate rates of degradation of ...


Multi-Microprocessor Control of a Precision Pan and Tilt Head JAN 89
Authors:  E. C. Charlwood; C. J. Turner; ROYAL SIGNALS AND RADAR ESTABLISHMENT MALVERN (ENGLAND)
The full text of this report is not available and therefore is not for sale. This information is provided for reference purposes only.This Memorandum describes further work undertaken on the microprocessor system used to control a heavy duty precision pan and tilt head previously reported in RSRE Memorandum 3996. A multiprocessor architecture was used to provide interactive control of the head and a capability to gather and track targets automatically with a thermal imager as the tracking sensor. The time taken to gather the target and establish a stable track was demonstrated ...


Value Engineering 'Copperhead' Evaluation of the Heavy Expanded Mobility Tactical Truck JUN 88 64 pages
Authors:  Richard Siorek; Jule McCutcheon; Wasyl Mackiw; ARMY TANK-AUTOMOTIVE COMMAND WARREN MI
The full text of this report is available for sale.This final technical report details the results of a preliminary Value Engineering (VE) study performed on the Heavy Expanded Mobility Tactical Truck (HEMTT). This study was performed to determine whether to proceed with the inclusion of a mandatory VE clause in the HEMTT contract, thereby making an intensive VE study of the vehicle a requirement. The results of the preliminary study indicate an intensive VE study would be inappropriate at ...


A Laboratory Study of Asphalt Concrete Mix Designs for High-Contact Pressure Aircraft Traffic JUL 87 112 pages
Authors:  George L. Regan; ARMY ENGINEER WATERWAYS EXPERIMENT STATION VICKSBURG MS GEOTECHNICAL LAB
The full text of this report is available for sale.Effects of high-contact pressure F-4 and F-15 aircraft traffic in the 350-400 psi range on conventionally designed heavy-duty asphalt concretes were studied. Specimens of mix were prepared to current heavy-duty compactive efforts (75 blow per side with an impact hammer) and four other compactive efforts, using a modified gyratory compactor. The gyratory compactor was used to roughly simulate high-contact pressure traffic on some of the mixes. Two aggregate gradations recommended ...


Study of Toxic and Antigenic Structures of Botulinum Neurotoxins 20 MAR 87 10 pages
Authors:  B. R. DasGupta; WISCONSIN UNIV-MADISON FOOD RESEARCH INST
The full text of this report is available for sale.The neurotoxin (NT) from type B (strain 657) was partially sequenced (44 residues from light chain and 26 residues from heavy chain). Significant sequence homology between this type B botulinum and tetanus NTs are now evident. A second procedure was developed to enzymatically cleave the heavy chain of type A NT into two halves: one of these fragments was partially sequenced. Secondary structures of types A and E NT in ...


Improvements to the Precision Pan and Tilt Head DEC 86
Authors:  J. D. Roberts; E. C. Charlwood; P. N. Griffith; F. Mansfield; ROYAL SIGNALS AND RADAR ESTABLISHMENT MALVERN (ENGLAND)
The full text of this report is not available and therefore is not for sale. This information is provided for reference purposes only.This Memorandum describes the drive and control improvements made to the heavy duty precision pan and tilt head previously reported in Memorandum 3691. The drive improvements have resulted in an increased maximum performance for the head to 4R/sq s in acceleration and to 0.85 R/s in velocity. The improvements to the control circuitry have allowed adaption to computer control and two approaches have been assessed which represent two levels of ...


Exploration of Binding and Toxic Site of Botulinum Neurotoxin 30 JAN 86 6 pages
Authors:  B. R. DasGupta; WISCONSIN UNIV-MADISON FOOD RESEARCH INST
The full text of this report is available for sale.Roles of the heavy and light chains of the neurotoxin (NT) in neuroparalysis were examined in two systems. (1) The heavy chin first binds to the specific sites (receptors) on the nerve terminals. This binding is necessary for the light chain to be fixed at these specific sites. Then the light chain (or combination of the light and heavy chain) induces paralysis through a mechanism very similar to that of ...


Exploration of Binding and Toxic Site of Botulinum Neurotoxin 30 JAN 86 7 pages
Authors:  B. R. DasGupta; WISCONSIN UNIV-MADISON FOOD RESEARCH INST
The full text of this report is available for sale.The research was directed to identify and characterize the three active regions of a large protein, botulinum neurotoxin, responsible for 1) binding to the receptors, 2) forming channels on membrane, and 3) blocking acetylcholine release. The heavy chain of the neurotoxin first binds to the specific sites (receptors) on the nerve terminals. This binding is necessary for the light chain to be fixed at these specific sites. Then the light ...


Alternative Seam Types for Canadian Forces Combat Clothing JUL 85
Authors:  Rita M. Crow; Malcolm M. Dewar; DEFENCE RESEARCH ESTABLISHMENT OTTAWA (ONTARIO)
The full text of this report is not available and therefore is not for sale. This information is provided for reference purposes only.This paper recommends that a minimum seam strength rather than a fixed percent seam efficiency be used as a criteria for acceptable seam strength in Canadian Forces (CF) fabrics. The minimum seam strengths are calculated based on a working stress of 3500 N/m and a factor of safety of 4 for the CF lightweight combat and the twill fabrics and of 6 for the CF heavyweight combat fabric. Seam types ...


Inflatable Bottom Construction for Inflatable Boat. 31 JUL 1984
Authors:  William M. McCrory; DEPARTMENT OF THE NAVY WASHINGTON DC
The full text of this report is not available and therefore is not for sale. This information is provided for reference purposes only.An inflatable bottom structure in an inflatable boat avoids blisters in the exposed, heavy duty outer walls of superimposed upper and lower inflatable floors by a composite wall construction wherein an outer layer of synthetic rubber material, in which a heavy woven synthetic fiber fabric is embedded, an an inner synthetic rubber layer, disposed on a flexible tension strand holding scrim cloth layer, are fused and cured into a unitary ...


Heavy Duty Precision Pan and Tilt Head APR 1984
Authors:  D. Bagshaw; M. R. Brown; F. Mansfield; J. D. Roberts; ROYAL SIGNALS AND RADAR ESTABLISHMENT MALVERN (ENGLAND)
The full text of this report is not available and therefore is not for sale. This information is provided for reference purposes only.This memorandum describes the mechanical and electronic design of a heavy duty precision pan and tilt head driven by stepper motors and controlled by digital servos in both axes. The design aims were to produce a head able to carry a load of 150 kg, that could be positioned to 0.1 mR in either axis, able to slew at 0.2 R/s and that could be remotely controlled by either position ...


Installation of Large-Size Technological Equipment (Selected Pages) 07 FEB 1984
Authors:  P. Y. Golovashchenko; FOREIGN TECHNOLOGY DIV WRIGHT-PATTERSON AFB OH
The full text of this report is not available and therefore is not for sale. This information is provided for reference purposes only.


Study of Toxic and Antigenic Structures of Botulinum Neurotoxins FEB 84 13 pages
Authors:  B. R. DasGupta; WISCONSIN UNIV-MADISON
The full text of this report is available for sale.Amino acid composition of botulinum neurotoxin (NT) types A and B were determined. The heavy and light chains of types A and B NT were separated, purified and analyzed for amino acid compositions and partial N-terminal sequence. The single chain type B and E NT were also partially sequenced. Role of tyr, his residues and carboxyl groups in toxicity and antigenicity were determined. Originator supplied keywords include: Botulinum neurotoxin; heavy ...


Antenna Coupling Assembly. 31 AUG 1982
Authors:  Luason L. Carnaghan; Raymond J. Phillips; DEPARTMENT OF THE NAVY WASHINGTON DC
The full text of this report is not available and therefore is not for sale. This information is provided for reference purposes only.A flexible coupling assembly for a radio antenna of a submarine buoyant cable antenna system is connected in a cable line that retains the characteristics of the cable as regards the outside diameter, flexibility tensile strength and electrical continuity. The assembly comprises flexible co-axial connectors at each end keyed to an insulator that is press fit in a transition piece. The transition piece is press fit into the tubing by ...


Heavy-Duty Hydraulic Stamping Press with Stressed Reinforced Concrete Frame 07 JUN 1982
Authors:  Yu. P. Kuz'ko; G. A. Prizhbilyak; S. B. Ryslavskiy; N. I. Gorchilin; N. V. Frolov; FOREIGN TECHNOLOGY DIV WRIGHT-PATTERSON AFB OH
The full text of this report is not available and therefore is not for sale. This information is provided for reference purposes only.


Heavy Rescue - Student Manual. NOV 1980
Authors:  Edward W. Bent; CALIFORNIA OFFICE OF EMERGENCY SERVICES SACRAMENTO FIRE AND RESCUE DIV
The full text of this report is not available and therefore is not for sale. This information is provided for reference purposes only.Innovation and progress in the development of rescue devices and techniques makes possible significant improvement in the capability for heavy rescue. Effective utilization of the new equipment, tools and techniques requires the mastering of skills in addition to those formerly associated with heavy rescue operations. This manual is intended to provide a continuum in the development of rescue skills for those who have completed basic rescue and vehicular extrication training ...


Heavy Rescue - Course Outline. NOV 1980
Authors:  Edward W. Bent; CALIFORNIA OFFICE OF EMERGENCY SERVICES SACRAMENTO FIRE AND RESCUE DIV
The full text of this report is not available and therefore is not for sale. This information is provided for reference purposes only.The course objectives are to provide the student with: (1) Information on basic types of building construction and their collapse characteristics by various causes. (2) Information on various types of methods and equipment used during heavy rescue operations. (3) Methods and procedures for utilizing heavy rescue equipment. (4) Methods of developing improvised rescue equipment utilizing available materials. (5) A simulated exercise utilizing various rescue operations and techniques. (6) Methods and ...


Operator's Manual. Prototype Heavy Rescue/Fire Fighting Vehicle. SEP 1980 104 pages
Authors:  William J. Tonguet; CALIFORNIA OFFICE OF EMERGENCY SERVICES SACRAMENTO FIRE AND RESCUE DIV
The full text of this report is available for sale.Heavy rescue is a commonly recognized weakness in our nation's disaster relief and recovery capability. Recent development of easily portable, lightweight rescue appliances makes feasible the provisions of heavy rescue capability on an immediate response basis. The OES Heavy Rescue/Fire Fighting Unit is a prototype apparatus. It was constructed to provide for practical evaluation and testing of the conceptual feasibility of modular construction and multiple function capability in fire apparatus. ...


Prototype Heavy Rescue/Fire Fighting Vehicle. SEP 1980 34 pages
Authors:  W. R. Wirth; CALIFORNIA OFFICE OF EMERGENCY SERVICES SACRAMENTO FIRE AND RESCUE DIV
The full text of this report is available for sale.The objectives were to: design, construct, and equip a prototype vehicle with heavy rescue and/or fire fighting capabilities (prototype includes both capabilities); research and define the most effective payload requirements; employ contemporary engineering practices through all phases of construction, allowing for total or partial buildup by locals; and test and evaluate vehicle. The end result product of this contract isa non-complex, dual-function vehicle. It combines heavy rescue and fire fighting ...


MM&T. Improved Machining Procedures for Dovetails 21 JUL 1980
Authors:  Gary E. Conlon; ARMY ARMAMENT RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT COMMAND WATERVLIET NY LARGE CALIBER WEAPON SYSTEMS LAB
The full text of this report is not available and therefore is not for sale. This information is provided for reference purposes only.The machining of dovetails is a standard practice to the metalworking industry. Over the years a variety of techniques have been tried, each offering limited success. Examples of these techniques include broaching and milling. The broaching process, while it greatly reduces the possibility of machining error by virtue of its tool geometry, requires very expensive specialty equipment that, in most cases, has very little conversion capability. Tool maintenance and capital ...


Manned Evaluation of the Swimmer Life Support System Mark 1. FEB 1978
Authors:  J. L. Zumrick; NAVY EXPERIMENTAL DIVING UNIT PANAMA CITY FLA
The full text of this report is not available and therefore is not for sale. This information is provided for reference purposes only.The Swimmer Life Support System Mark 1 (SLSS MK 1) was evaluated for its ability to support divers performing heavy work at 30, 140, and 210 FSW. Heart rate, mouth differential pressure with respiration, inspired oxygen, and inspired carbon dioxide levels were monitored. Results indicate that oxygen and carbon dioxide levels were adequately controlled at all depths and work rates, but breathing resistance was excessive at 210 FSW when the ...


A Study of the Precision Hover Capabilities of the Aerocrane Hybrid Heavy Lift Vehicle. FEB 1978
Authors:  H. C. Curtiss Jr.; W. F. Putman; R. M. McKillip Jr; PRINCETON UNIV N J DEPT OF AEROSPACE AND MECHANICAL SCIENCES
The full text of this report is not available and therefore is not for sale. This information is provided for reference purposes only.An analytical study of the precision hover capabilities of the AEROCRANE, based on equations of motion verified by flight tests of a dynamic model, is described. Two methods of control (cyclic pitch and winglets) are examined. A real time simulation of the tasks of hovering a proposed large AEROCRANE in gusts and translating from point to point was conducted to evaluate the two control methods and to compare the AEROCRANE ...


Engineering Evaluation Tests of 3-4 Ampere-Hour Sealed Lead-Acid Batteries Elpower, ESB, Eagle-Pitcher, Globe Union and Gates, 07 DEC 1977
Authors:  A. W. Goodman; NAVAL WEAPONS SUPPORT CENTER CRANE IND WEAPONS QUALITY ENGINEERING CENTER
The full text of this report is not available and therefore is not for sale. This information is provided for reference purposes only.The program objective was to evaluate and determine: High rate capability, Low temperature performance, A plot of discharge time versus various discharge rates, Life cycle capability, and Charging requirements.


Application of Advanced Aerodynamic Concepts to Large Subsonic Transport Airplanes. 17 NOV 1975
Authors:  Robert M. Kulfan; Weston M. Howard; BOEING COMMERCIAL AIRPLANE CO SEATTLE WASH
The full text of this report is not available and therefore is not for sale. This information is provided for reference purposes only.A preliminary design study has been made to identify the performance advantages obtained when advanced aerodynamic technology aircraft are used to perform subsonic military air missions requiring long range (10 000 nmi) or high endurance (24 hr) with heavy payloads (250 000 lb and 400 000 lb, respectively). The study consisted of two phases; the first included evaluating the performance benefits by individually applying various advanced aerodynamic concepts and recommending ...


Environmental Protection Guide, 25 AUG 1975
Authors:  W. H. DeZarala; C. L. Crader ; C. J. Levasseur ; VALUE ENGINEERING CO OXNARD CALIF
The full text of this report is not available and therefore is not for sale. This information is provided for reference purposes only.This Environmental Protection Guide was prepared under Contract N62578-74-C-0034 issuded by the Naval Facilities Engineering Command, Davisville, Rhode Island and summarizes all pertinent information in a readily accessible format. It is intended for the use of Navy personnel involved or concerned with the preparation and/or updating of Military or Federal specifications utilized for procurement of industrial equipments capable of emitting specified pollutants or exceeding established noise-level criteria. This document is ...


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