How Culture Influences Our Expectations of Others

Factors that lead into expectancies in certain communication situations will vary in great contrast according to the situation. This study tested whether thinking of a fundraiser as culturally similar to or different from oneself made a difference in several outcomes. Participants were asked to read one of two scenarios and fill out the corresponding questions. This study found that a combination of factors play a role in expected behaviors of others. It is a combination of age, race, ethnicity, gender, and social setting that influence perceptions of what should happen in a given situation. One factor may indeed have a greater role in perceptions of the behavior of others, but all of these factors have influence on expected behaviors. As was seen in this study, sometimes the social setting can trump all other factors in terms of the importance in gauging expectations

The Effects of Elasticity in the Foundation on the Flutter of a Metallic High Aspect Ratio Wing

The goal of this thesis is to study the flutter characteristics of a metallic high-aspect ratio wing, with linearly varying chord across the semis-span, and a simulated elastic foundation. The general planform of the wing is similar to the one found in a High- Altitude Long-Endurance Uninhabited Aerial Surveillance Vehicle (HALE USAV). The problem is studied using a simplified aerodynamic loading based on thin-airfoil theory, which is then combined with a Lagrangian formulation to solve the system as stationary. The wing has no control surfaces or external stores, and is modeled as a uniform beam with known mechanical properties, being attached to a combination of torsion springs at the root to reproduce the elastic foundation. The analysis of the problem includes the development of a Matlab code, which permits different root conditions to be defined, and computes the flutter speed and frequency, outputting information in the form of plots and data lists, making the analysis easy to follow

Acceptance test report for portable exhauster POR-007/Skid E

This document describes Acceptance Testing performed on Portable Exhauster POR-007/Skid E. It includes measurements of bearing vibration levels, pressure decay testing, programmable logic controller interlocks, high vacuum, flow and pressure control functional testing. The purpose of Acceptance testing documented by this report was to demonstrate compliance of the exhausters with the performance criteria established within HNF-0490, Rev. 1 following a repair and upgrade effort at Hanford. In addition, data obtained during this testing is required for the resolution of outstanding Non-conformance Reports (NCR), and finally, to demonstrate the functionality of the associated software for the pressure control and high vacuum exhauster operating modes provided for by W-320. Additional testing not required by the ATP was also performed to assist in the disposition and close out of receiving inspection report and for application design information (system curve). Results of this testing are also captured within this document

Acceptance test report for portable exhauster POR-008/Skid F

Portable Exhauster POR-008 was procured via HNF-0490, Specification for a Portable Exhausted System for Waste Tank Ventilation. Prior to taking ownership, acceptance testing was performed at the vendors. However at the conclusion of testing a number of issues remained that required resolution before the exhausters could be used by Project W-320. The purpose of acceptance testing documented by this report was to demonstrate compliance of the exhausters with the performance criteria established within HNF-O49O, Rev. 1 following a repair and upgrade effort at Hanford. In addition, data obtained during this testing is required for the resolution of outstanding Non-conformance Reports (NCR), and finally, to demonstrate the functionality of the associated software for the pressure control and high vacuum exhauster operating modes provided for by W-320. Additional testing not required by the ATP was also performed to assist in the disposition and close out of receiving inspection report and for application design information (system curve). Results of this testing are also captured within this document

Project W-030 safety class upgrade summary report

This document presents a summary of safety class criteria for the 241-AY/AZ Tank Farm primary ventilation system upgrade under Project W-030, and recommends acceptance of the system as constructed, based on a review of supporting documentation

Single-shell tank ventilation upgrades needs analysis report

This report was written to comply with the objectives of the Hanford Federal Facility Agreement and Consent Order, Tri-Party Agreement Milestone M-43-03 Provide to the Washington State Department of Ecology and Department of Health the Results of the Single-Shell Tank Ventilation Upgrades Needs Analysis. The needs analysis consists of identifying the current type and status of each single-shell tank ventilation system, identifying current and projected authorization basis requirements, and identifying ventilation system compliance deficiencies

Master equipment list 500 CFM portable exhauster POR-005 skid C

The Master Equipment List (MEL) lists all the major components of the 500 cfm exhauster PORO5. The purpose of this Master Equipment List is to provide basic information and references to other documents for the listed components

Portable Exhauster Position Paper

This document identifies the tasks that are involved in preparing the ''standby'' portable exhauster (POR05 skid C) to support Interim Stabilization's schedule for saltwell pumping

HEPA Filter Use at the Hanford Site

High Efficiency Particulate Air (HEPA) filters are relied upon at the Hanford site to support several different activities. Each facility relies upon the filters to provide the same function; remove radioactive particulate from various air streams. However, HEPA filters are operated in differing environmental conditions from one facility to another and the constituents in the air streams also differ. In addition, some HEPA filters at the Hanford site have been in service for several years. As a result, an assessment was performed which evaluated the service life and conditions of the HEPA filters at the Hanford site