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NIST Pubs

Security Configuration Checklists Program for IT Products: Guidance For Checklists Users and Developers

May 1, 2005

Author(s)

Murugiah P. Souppaya, John P. Wack, Karen Kent

[Superseded by SP 800-70 Rev. 1 (September 2009): http://www.nist.gov/manuscript-publication-search.cfm?pub_id=901337] The National Institute of Standards and

Propagation and Detection of Radio Signals Before, During, and After the Implosion of a 13-Story Apartment Building

May 1, 2005

Author(s)

Christopher L. Holloway, Galen H. Koepke, Dennis G. Camell, Catherine A. Remley, Dylan F. Williams, Susan A. Schima, Seturnino Canales, Douglas T. Tamura

In this report we investigate communications problems faced by emergency responders (firefighters and police) in disaster situations (i.e., collapsed buildings)

Recommended Security Controls for Federal Information Systems: Guidance for Selecting Cost-Effective Controls Using a Risk-Based Approach

May 1, 2005

Author(s)

Shirley M. Radack

This ITL Bulletin summarizes NIST SP 800-53, Recommended Security Controls for Federal Information Systems and discusses the use of SP 800-53 within the context

Semantic Mapping Between IAI ifcXML and FIATECH AEX Models for Centrifugal Pumps

May 1, 2005

Author(s)

E F. Begley, Mark E. Palmer, K A. Reed

This report describes a semantic mapping between two extensible markup language (XML) specifications describing a single type of equipment that is used in

What Are Our Customers Reading? An Analysis of the Most Frequently Used Subjects of the NIST Research Library Book Collection Based on Circulation

May 1, 2005

Author(s)

H Hassler

This report analyzes circulation data for the NIST Research Library book collection to determine the most used subjects. Data collected covers the period

Software Write Block, Testing Support Tools Validation Part A Test Plan, Test Design, and Test Case Specification

May 1, 2005

Author(s)

Lynne S. Rosenthal, Mark Skall

This NIST Internal Report consists of two parts. Part A covers the planning, design, and specification of testing and reviewing the Software write block (SWB)

Toward an Architectural Framework to Improve Accountability in the Use of Electronic Records

May 1, 2005

Author(s)

Gordon E. Lyon, Alan Mink, R E. Van dyck

Sensitive electronic record systems (ERSs) raise questions about their proper use. Insider-threat involves hidden, unknown and unanticipated activities that

NIST MEASUREMENT SERVICES: Fast Repetitive Pulse Transition Parameters, 50 Ohm.

May 1, 2005

Author(s)

Donald R. Larson, Nicholas Paulter

ABSTRACT This document describes the Special Test 65200S, 'Fast Repetitive Pulse Transition Parameters, 50 .' This special test service is used to acquire

FS-TST 2.0: Forensic Software Testing Support Tools Part B Test Summary Report

April 25, 2005

Author(s)

Paul E. Black

This NIST Internal Report deals with Release 2.0 of a software package, Forensic Software Testing Support Tools (FS-TST 2.0), developed to aid the testing of

FS-TST 2.0: Forensic Software Testing Support Tools ¿ Part A ¿ Test Plan, Test Design Specifications, and Test Case Specifications

April 25, 2005

Author(s)

Paul E. Black

This NIST Internal Report deals with Release 2.0 of a software package, Forensic Software Testing Support Tools (FS-TST 2.0), developed to aid the testing of

FS-TST 2.0: Forensic Software Testing Support Tools ? Part B? Test Summary Report

April 25, 2005

Author(s)

Paul E. Black

This NIST Internal Report deals with Release 2.0 of a software package, Forensic Software Testing Support Tools (FS-TST 2.0), developed to aid the testing of

Cryptographic Algorithms and Key Sizes for Personal Identity Verification

April 25, 2005

Author(s)

William T. Polk, Donna F. Dodson, William E. Burr

[Superseded by SP 800-78-1 (August 2007): http://www.nist.gov/manuscript-publication-search.cfm?pub_id=51215] The Homeland Security Presidential Directive (HSPD

FS-TST 2.0: Forensic Software Testing Support Tools Part A Test Plan, Test Design Specifications, and Test Case Specifications

April 25, 2005

Author(s)

Paul E. Black

This NIST Internal Report deals with Release 2.0 of a software package, Forensic Software Testing Support Tools (FS-TST 2.0), developed to aid the testing of

Recommended Security Controls for Federal Information Systems [includes updates through 4/22/05]

April 22, 2005

Author(s)

Ronald S. Ross, Stuart W. Katzke, L A. Johnson, Marianne M. Swanson, G Stoneburner, G Rogers, Annabelle Lee

[Superseded by NIST SP 800-53 (February 2005 w/updates through 6/17/05): http://www.nist.gov/manuscript-publication-search.cfm?pub_id=151305] The purpose of

Nanometrology - FY 2004 Programs and Selected Accomplishments

April 15, 2005

Author(s)

C M. Allocca

The MSEL Nanometrology Program incorporates basic measurement metrologies to determine material properties, process monitoring at the nanoscale, nano

Surface Engineering Measurement Standards for Inorganic Materials

April 14, 2005

Author(s)

S J. Dapkunas

The Recommended Practice Guide describes nearly 200 standard measurement methods (standards) used by the surface engineering community. The standards compiled

TRC Thermodynamic Tables - Hydrocarbons, Supplement 129, 2005

April 11, 2005

Author(s)

Michael D. Frenkel

1. Table 23-2-(1.21170)-db - Page db-1696.0 New table for 2,2,4,4,6,8,8-heptamethylnonane containing the density for the real fluid at selected temperatures and

The Programs of the Manufacturing Engineering Laboratory 2005

April 8, 2005

Author(s)

Lisa J. Fronczek, Bessmarie A. Young

The National Institute of Standards and Technology s Manufacturing Engineering Laboratory (MEL) strengthens the U.S. economy and improves the quality of life by

Flammability of Polymer Clay Nanocomposites Consortium:Final Report

April 4, 2005

Author(s)

Jeffrey W. Gilman, Takashi Kashiwagi, A B. Morgan, Rick D. Davis, Richard H. Harris Jr., L D. Brassell

In 1997 NIST reported that polymer layered-silicate (clay) nanocomposites exhibit reduced flammability, in the form of reduced heat release rate (HRR). The

Interfaces for Personal Identity Verification

April 1, 2005

Author(s)

James F. Dray Jr., Scott Guthery, Teresa T. Schwarzhoff

[Superseded by SP 800-73-1 (March 2006): http://www.nist.gov/manuscript-publication-search.cfm?pub_id=150633] SP 800-73 specifies smart card interfaces used to

Implementing the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) Security Rule

April 1, 2005

Author(s)

Joan Hash

This ITL Bulletin helps to educate readers about the HIPAA Security Rule and to improve understanding of the meaning of the security standards set out in the

A Simulation Study of a Hierarchical, Rule-Based Method for System-Level Fault Detection and Diagnostics in HVAC Systems

April 1, 2005

Author(s)

J Schein

A system-level fault detection and diagnostic (FDD) method for heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) system was developed. It functions as an

Hamiltonian Paths Through Two- and Three-Dimensional Grids

April 1, 2005

Author(s)

William F. Mitchell

This paper addresses the existence of Hamiltonian paths and cycles in two-dimensional grids consisting of triangles or quadrilaterals, and three-dimensional

Angular Errors in Polarimetric Radar Cross Section Calibration Using a Rotating Dihedral

April 1, 2005

Author(s)

Lorant A. Muth, Cathy Johnson, Donald Morales, Timothy Conn

We examine how accurately system transmit and receive parameters can be determined using a rotating dihedral as the polarimetric calibration device. We derive

Report of the Technical Investigation of The Station Nightclub Fire (NIST NCSTAR 2) DRAFT for Public Comments

March 30, 2005

Author(s)

William L. Grosshandler, Nelson P. Bryner, Daniel M. Madrzykowski, K Kuntz

A fire occurred on the night of Feb. 20, 2003, in The Station nightclub at 211 Cowesett Avenue, West Warwick, Rhode Island. A band that was on the platform that

Developing a More Rapid Test to Assess Sulfate Resistance of Hydraulic Cements

March 16, 2005

Author(s)

Chiara F. Ferraris, Paul E. Stutzman, Max A. Peltz, John A. Winpigler

External sulfate attack of concrete is a major problem that can appear in regions where concrete is exposed to soil or water containing sulfates, leading to

Advanced Mass Calibration and Measurement Assurance Program for State Calibration Laboratories NISTIR 5672 2005 Ed.

March 7, 2005

Author(s)

Georgia L. Harris, Kenneth L. Fraley

This publication provides guidelines for evaluating data from advanced mass calibrations and for establishing measurement assurance programs in precision mass

Report of Investigation of RM 8111: Single-Crystal Critical Dimension Prototype Reference Materials

March 2, 2005

Author(s)

Michael W. Cresswell, Richard A. Allen, Ronald G. Dixson, William F. Guthrie, Christine E. Murabito, Brandon Park, Joaquin (. Martinez

Staff of the Semiconductor Electronics Division, the Information Technology Laboratory, and the Precision Engineering Laboratory at NIST, in collaboration with

An Introductory Resource Guide for Implementing the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) Security Rule

March 1, 2005

Author(s)

Joan Hash, Pauline Bowen, L A. Johnson, C D. Smith, D I. Steinberg

[Superseded by SP 800-66 Rev. 1 (October 2008): http://www.nist.gov/manuscript-publication-search.cfm?pub_id=890098] This Special Publication summarizes the

Personal Identity Verification (PIV) of Federal Employees and Contractors: Federal Information Processing Standard (FIPS) 201 Approved by the Secretary of Commerce

March 1, 2005

Author(s)

Shirley M. Radack

Federal Information Processing Standard (FIPS) 201, Personal Identity Verification (PIV) of Federal Employees and Contractors, was approved by Carlos M

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