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Pb, Sr, Nd, and Hf isotopic constraints on the origin of Hawaiian basalts and evidence for a unique mantle source

The isotopic Pb, Sr, Nd, and Hf compositions of rocks from nine Hawaiian volcanos are determined using the analytical procedures described by Tatsumoto and Unruh (1976) and Patchett and Tatsumoto (1980). The results are presented in graphs, tables, and maps and characterized in detail. The mantle plume, the oceanic lithosphere, and the depleted mantle are identified as distinct sources of the Hawaiian basalts, with different mechanisms responsible for the formation of shield-building tholeiites, late-stage alkalic rocks, and posterosional basalts. The uniqueness of the Hawaiian basalts and the possibility that the Koolau end member represents an undepleted 'primitive' mantle reservoir are considered.

Stille, P.

A finite-element method for large-amplitude, two-dimensional panel flutter at hypersonic speeds

The nonlinear flutter behavior of a two-dimensional panel in hypersonic flow is investigated analytically. An FEM formulation based unsteady third-order piston theory (Ashley and Zartarian, 1956; McIntosh, 1970) and taking nonlinear structural and aerodynamic phenomena into account is derived; the solution procedure is outlined; and typical results are presented in extensive tables and graphs. A 12-element finite-element solution obtained using an alternative method for linearizing the assumed limit-cycle time function is shown to give predictions in good agreement with classical analytical results for large-amplitude vibration in a vacuum and large-amplitude panel flutter, using linear aerodynamics.

Mei, Chuh

Planning for Compilation of a Quantum Algorithm for Graph Coloring

Recently, the problem of compiling general quantum algorithms for implementation on near-term quantum processors has been introduced to the AI community. Previous work demonstrated that temporal planning is an attractive approach for part of this compilation task, specifically, the routing of circuits that implement the Quantum Alternating Operator Ansatz (QAOA) applied to theMaxCut problem on a quantum processor architecture. In this paper, we extend the earlier work to route circuits that implement QAOAfor Graph Coloring problems. QAOA for coloring requires execution of more, and more complex, operations on the chip, which makes routing a more challenging problem. We evaluate the approach on state-of-the-art hardware architectures from leading quantum computing companies. Additionally, we investigate applying the planning approach to qubit initialization as well as routing. Our empirical evaluation shows that temporal planning compares well to reasonable analytic upper bounds [20], and that solving qubit initialization with a classical planner generally helps temporal planners in finding shorter-makespan compilations for QAOA for Graph Coloring.These advances suggest that temporal planning can be an effective approach for more complex quantum computing algorithms and architectures.

Minh Do

Turbulent solutions of the Navier-Stokes equations

Analytical and numerical approaches to the mechanics of turbulent flow are examined in a general introduction and illustrated with graphs. Topics discussed include the averaged and unaveraged basic equations, numerical solutions and methods, homogeneous fluctuations and turbulence with no mean flow, uniformly sheared fluctuations and turbulence, inhomogeneous fluctuations and turbulence in a developing shear layer, and steady-state homogeneous turbulence with a spatially periodic body force.

Deissler, R. G.

Analytical study to define a helicoper stability derivative extraction method, volume 2

The data generated during tests to determine helicopter stability derivatives are presented in the form of graphs. The data are based on CH-53A helicopters and CH-54B helicopters with various digital filters operating at various airspeeds. Curves are plotted for a time history comparison of identified derivative models against flight data for the helicopters at specific airspeeds and maneuvers.

Molusis, J. A.

Path-length distributions of photons diffusely reflected from a semi-infinite atmosphere.

Knowledge of the probability distribution of photon path lengths for diffuse reflection in the continuum from a planetary atmosphere greatly simplifies computation of the shape and strength of absorption lines formed under conditions of multiple scattering. Graphs of this probability distribution are presented for diffuse reflection from a semiinfinite conservative atmosphere for both isotropic and forward-directed scattering, and for several angles of incidence and reflection. Graphs showing distributions for the case of absorption in the continuum are also discussed. The distributions are obtained from an analytic expression for the path-length distribution for nth-order scattering and a tabulation of nth-order intensities. It is found that te shape of the probability distribution depends markedly on the degree of forward scattering due to the phase function. The results are compared with those obtained by a Monte Carlo computation of the sort which might be used if tabulated nth-order intensities were not available.

Appleby, J. F.

The ATAMM procedure model for concurrent processing of large grained control and signal processing algorithms

An overview is presented of a model for describing data and control flow associated with the execution of large-grained, decision-free algorithms in a special distributed computer environment. The ATAMM (Algorithm-To-Architecture Mapping Model) model provides a basis for relating an algorithm to its execution in a dataflow multicomputer environment. The ATAMM model features a marked graph Petri net description of the algorithm behavior with regard to both data and control flow. The model provides an analytical basis for calculating performance bounds on throughput characteristics which are demonstrated here.

Stoughton, John W.

Flow induced vibration and noise by a pair of tandem cylinders due to buffeting

The generation of noise by vortex buffeting on a pair of cylinders in tandem in unsteady high-Reynolds-number flow is investigated analytically. The derivation of the governing equations is outlined, and numerical results for several initial vortex configurations are presented in extensive graphs and characterized in detail. Particular attention is given to the possibility of chaotic vortex motion, and it is shown that chaotic motion does not occur when there are three vortices but does appear when there are four.

Kim, C. M.

Diffraction of impulsive sounds by a curved obstruction - A time-domain study

The diffraction of spark-discharge-produced sound waves produced by a half circular cylinder covered with absorbing material is investigated theoretically and experimentally. The test bench setup and the measurement instrumentation and procedure are described; the derivation of an analytical model on the basis of the matched asymptotic expansion theory of Pierce (1981) is outlined; and the results are compared in graphs. Good general agreement is obtained, except in the deep shadow of the obstacle, where the theory underpredicts the magnitude of the received pulse. This discrepancy is tentatively attributed to the creeping-wave mechanism described by Pierce.

Berthelot, Yves H.

The greenhouse effect in a gray planetary atmosphere.

Hopf analytical solution for values of ratio of gray absorption coefficients for insolating and escaping radiation /greenhouse parameter/ assumed constant at all depths, presenting temperature distribution graphs

ABSORPTION COEFFICIENT

Collocation for an integral equation arising in duct acoustics

A mathematical model is developed to describe the effect of aircraft-engine inlet geometry on the reflected and radiated acoustic field without flow, as studied experimentally using a spinning-mode synthesizer by Silcox (1983). The acoustic pressure in the inlet interior and exterior is modeled by a pure cylindrical azimuthal mode for the Helmholtz equation with hardwall boundary and by the Helmholtz equation and the radiation condition at infinity, respectively. The analytical approach to the solution of the resulting boundary-value problem and the program implementation are explained; numerical results are presented in tables and graphs; and the uniqueness of the problem is demonstrated.

Moss, W. F.

Jupiter Environment Tool

The Jupiter Environment Tool (JET) is a custom UI plug-in for STK that provides an interface to Jupiter environment models for visualization and analysis. Users can visualize the different magnetic field models of Jupiter through various rendering methods, which are fully integrated within STK s 3D Window. This allows users to take snapshots and make animations of their scenarios with magnetic field visualizations. Analytical data can be accessed in the form of custom vectors. Given these custom vectors, users have access to magnetic field data in custom reports, graphs, access constraints, coverage analysis, and anywhere else vectors are used within STK.

Sturm, Erick J.

Characterization of Low Pressure Cold Plasma in the Cleaning of Contaminated Surfaces

The characterization of low pressure cold plasma is a broad topic which would benefit many different applications involving such plasma. The characterization described in this paper focuses on cold plasma used as a medium in cleaning and disinfection applications. Optical Emission Spectroscopy (OES) and Mass Spectrometry (MS) are the two analytical methods used in this paper to characterize the plasma. OES analyzes molecules in the plasma phase by displaying the light emitted by the plasma molecules on a graph of wavelength vs. intensity. OES was most useful in identifying species which may interact with other molecules in the plasma, such as atomic oxygen or hydroxide radicals. Extracting useful data from the MS is done by filtering out the peaks generated by expected molecules and looking for peaks caused by foreign ones leaving the plasma chamber. This paper describes the efforts at setting up and testing these methods in order to accurately and effectively characterize the plasma.

cold plasma characterization

One dimensional heavy ion beam transport: Energy independent model

Attempts are made to model the transport problem for heavy ion beams in various targets, employing the current level of understanding of the physics of high-charge and energy (HZE) particle interaction with matter are made. An energy independent transport model, with the most simplified assumptions and proper parameters is presented. The first and essential assumption in this case (energy independent transport) is the high energy characterization of the incident beam. The energy independent equation is solved and application is made to high energy neon (NE-20) and iron (FE-56) beams in water. The numerical solutions is given and compared to a numerical solution to determine the accuracy of the model. The lower limit energy for neon and iron to be high energy beams is calculated due to Barkas and Burger theory by LBLFRG computer program. The calculated values in the density range of interest (50 g/sq cm) of water are: 833.43 MeV/nuc for neon and 1597.68 MeV/nuc for iron. The analytical solutions of the energy independent transport equation gives the flux of different collision terms. The fluxes of individual collision terms are given and the total fluxes are shown in graphs relative to different thicknesses of water. The values for fluxes are calculated by the ANASTP computer code.

Farhat, Hamidullah

Study of multilayered insulation pipe penetration. Thermal acoustic oscillation

Tests were conducted to determine the net heat leak to a source of liquid nitrogen caused by a metal penetration through the blanket of multilayer insulation. The conditions under which the tests were conducted are described. A graph of the theoretical and experimental temperature distribution is developed for comparison. The variables involved in the computer program to process the data are defined. A study was conducted to develop analytical methods for predicting the effect and magnitudes of thermoacoustic oscillations on the penetration heat leak to cryogens. The oscillations develop as a result of large thermal gradients imposed on a compressible fluid. The predominant amplitudes and frequencies of the thermal acoustic oscillations were investigated.

Lovin, J. K.

Optimum placement of controls for static deformations of space structures

The placement of thermal or force actuators to control slowly varying disturbances in the shape of large space structures is investigated analytically. Expressions are derived based on disturbances defined as the worst linear combination of a given set of functions and minimized numerically using the NEWSUMT optimization package. Results are presented in tables and graphs for a free-free beam with equidistant controls and polynomial-form (order 2-6) disturbances. Control placement is found to be of greater importance for force actuators, but is also of significance for thermal actuators.

Haftka, R. T.

Exploratory flutter test in a cryogenic wind tunnel

The feasibility of flutter testing in cryogenic wind tunnels is investigated experimentally in tests on a rigid solid-metal rectangular-planform aspect-ratio-1.5 NACA 64A010 wing model with an integral flexible beam support, cantilever mounted to the wall of the 0.3-m transonic cryogenic tunnel at NASA Langley, at Mach numbers M = 0.5 and 0.8 and Reynolds numbers Re = (4.09-18.16) x 10 to the 6th. Best results are obtained when the onset of flutter (predicted by the peak-hold subcritical-response technique of Sandford et al., 1975) is approached by adjusting stagnation pressure while keeping M and the stagnation temperature constant. The data are presented in graphs and tables and discussed. It is found that Re effects on flutter cannot be separated from mass-ratio and temperature effects for a single test model and must be interpreted from analytical trends, and that the effects detected by this procedure are so small (4.0-6.5 percent) as to fall within the scatter band of the subcritical-response predictions.

Cole, S. R.