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Simple Test Procedure for Image-Based Biometric Verification Systems

May 1, 1999

Author(s)

Charles L. Wilson, R. McCabe

This report discusses a simple test method for image-based biometric verification systems. A fingerprint based computer login system is used as an example of...

A Study of a Water-To-Water Heat Pump Using Hydrocarbon and Hydrofluorocarbon Zeotropic Mixtures

May 1, 1999

Author(s)

William V. Payne, Piotr A. Domanski, J Muller

This investigation compared the performance of R22 to the performance of propane (R290) and zeotropic mixtures of HFC's and hydrocarbons in a water-to-water...

High-Dimensional Empirical Linear Prediction (HELP) Toolbox User's Guide, Version 2.2

May 1, 1999

Author(s)

Andrew D. Koffman, T. M. Souders, Gerard N. Stenbakken, Hans Engler

This user's guide will assist software users in the understanding of the theory and procedures underlying the High-dimensional Empirical Linear Prediction (HELP...

Small Angle Neutron Scattering by the Magnetic Microstructure of Nanocrystalline Ferromagnets Near Saturation

May 1, 1999

Author(s)

J Weissmuller, Robert McMichael, A Michels, Robert D. Shull

The paper presents a theoretical analysis of elastic magnetic small angle neutron scattering (SANS) due to the nonuniform magnetic microstructure in...

Electronics and Electrical Engineering Laboratory Technical Publication Bulletin Covering Laboratory Programs, April to December 1998

May 1, 1999

Author(s)

J M. Rohrbaugh

This is the fifty-ninth issue of a quarterly publication providing information on the technical work of the National Institute of Standards and Technology...

The National Semiconductor Metrology Program, Project Portfolio, FY 1999

May 1, 1999

Author(s)

Stephen Knight, A D. Settle-Raskin

Established in 1994, the National Semiconductor Metrology Program (NSMP) narrows the ever-present gap between the kind of metrology the semiconductor industry...

BridgeLCC 1.0 Users Manual. Life-Cycle Costing Software for Preliminary Bridge Design.

April 30, 1999

Author(s)

M A. Ehlen

BridgeLCC 1.0 is user-friendly software developed by the National Institute of Standards and Technology to help bridge designers determine the cost...

An Investigation of Extinguishment by Thermal Agents Using Detailed Chemical Modeling of Opposed-flow Diffusion Flames

April 27, 1999

Author(s)

William M. Pitts, L G. Blevins

The manufacture of the halons widely used in fire extinguishing systems was banned in 1994 due to their deleterious effect on stratospheric ozone. Since the...

Diode Laser-Based Sensor for Fast Measurement of Binary Gas Mixtures

April 27, 1999

Author(s)

K L. Mcnesby, R R. Skaggs, A W. Miziolek, I A. McLaren

Issues in Numerical Simulation of Fire Suppression

April 27, 1999

Author(s)

S R. Tieszen, Amelia R. Lopez

This paper outlines general physical and computational issues associated with performing numerical simulation of fire suppression. Fire suppression encompasses...

Effects of Obstruction on Fire Suppression Efficiency

April 27, 1999

Author(s)

Fumiaki Takahashi, W J. Schmoll, Edward A. Strader, Vincent M. Belovich

Recent Results from the Dispersed liquid Agent Fire Suppression Screen

April 27, 1999

Author(s)

Jiann C. Yang, Michelle K. Donnelly, William L. Grosshandler, N C. Prive

Mosl or the current methods for fire suppression efficiency screening (e.2.. cup burners) are designed for evaluating gaseous fire suppression agents. Potential...

Suppressant Performance Evaluation in a Baffle-Stabilized Pool Fire

April 27, 1999

Author(s)

William L. Grosshandler, S R. Charagundla, Michelle K. Donnelly, Cary Presser

ROLE OF PARTICLES IN FLAME INHIBITION BY IRON PENTACARBONYL

April 27, 1999

Author(s)

Gregory T. Linteris, M D. Rumminger

NEXT-GENERATION FIRE SUPPRESSION TECHNOLOGY PROGRAM (NGP): TECHNICAL HIGHLIGHTS

April 27, 1999

Author(s)

Richard G. Gann

Tropodegradable Halocarbons and Main Group Element Compounds

April 21, 1999

Author(s)

J D. Mather, R E. Tapscott

Although it is not certain that a drop-in chemical substitute (as opposed to a new technology) for halons that can be used in normally occupied areas will...

NIST List of Publications LP 103, National Semiconductor Metrology Program and Semiconductor Electronics Division

April 21, 1999

Author(s)

E. J. Walters

This List of Publications includes all papers relevant to semiconductor technology published by NIST staff, including work of the National Semiconductor...

Internet Commerce for Manufacturing Product Data

April 1, 1999

Author(s)

Curtis H. Parks

Printed circuit assemblies (PCA) typically are designed on computer aided design (CAD) systems, checked, then released for manufacture. The released design...

An Analysis of Efficiency Testing Under the Energy Policy and Conservation Act: A Case Study with Application to Distribution Transformers

April 1, 1999

Author(s)

Ken L. Stricklett, M Vangel, O. Petersons

The protocols for efficiency testing promulgated by 10 CFR part 430 and established under the Energy Policy and Conservation Act of 1975 as amended (EPCA) are...

Modeling of Bare and Aspirated Thermocouples in Compartment Fires (NISTIR 6310)

April 1, 1999

Author(s)

L G. Blevins, William M. Pitts

As part of an effort to characterize the uncertainties associated with temperature measurements in fire environments, models of bare bead single-shielded...

Screening Methods for Agent Compatibility with People, Materials, and the Environment

April 1, 1999

Author(s)

Marc R. Nyden, S R. Skaggs

BridgeLCC 1.0 Users Manual. Life-Cycle Costing Software for Preliminary Bridge Design.

April 1, 1999

Author(s)

M A. Ehlen

BridgeLCC (beta) is user-friendly software developed by the National Institute of Standards and Technology to help bridge designers determine the cost...

Energy Price Indices and Discount Factors for Life-Cycle Cost Analysis - April 1999

April 1, 1999

Author(s)

S Fuller

This is the April 1999 edition of energy price indices and discount factors for performing life-cycle cost analyses of energy and water conservation and...

NIST International and Academic Activities for FY 1997/1998

April 1, 1999

Author(s)

M F. McCurley

The Office of International and Academic Affairs (OIAA) is responsible for the coordination of all international and academic activities at the National...

Thermodynamics of Enzyme-Catalyzed Reactions: Part 6. 1999 Update

April 1, 1999

Author(s)

Robert N. Goldberg

This review serves to update previously published evaluations of equilibrium constants and enthalpy changes for enzyme-catalyzed reactions. For each reaction...

Second Process Specification Language (PSL) Roundtable

April 1, 1999

Author(s)

Craig I. Schlenoff

This report describes the Second Process Specification Language (PSL) Roundtable that was held at the University of Maryland, University College on January 13...

Systems Integration for Manufacturing Applications (SIMA) 1998 Annual Report

April 1, 1999

Author(s)

James E. Fowler

The Systems Integration for Manufacturing Applications (SIMA) Program is an intramural effort being undertaken at the National Institute of Standards and...

Manufacturing Technology Learning Modules - Sharing of Resources for School Outreach

April 1, 1999

Author(s)

C. D. Lovett

This Technology Learning Module project has demonstrated that it is practical to develop a learning module that uses learned fundamentals and apply those...

Electron Interactions With Cl₂

April 1, 1999

Author(s)

Loucas G. Christophorou, James K. Olthoff

Low energy electron interactions with the Cl 2 molecule are reviewed. Information is synthesized and assessed on the cross sections for total electron...

NIST List of Publications 94 Electrical and Electronic Metrology: A Bibliography of NIST Electricity Division's Publications -- March 1999

March 29, 1999

Author(s)

Ruth Ann Schmeit

This bibliography covers publications of the Electricity Division (and predecessor organizational units), Electronics and Electrical Engineering Laboratory...

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