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Report Fa002.1 - Wku Employment Classification Study, Wku University Senate

Faculty Senate

Report FA002.1 regarding job classifications at WKU.

Report Aa001.1 - Institutional Progress Testing, Wku University Senate

Faculty Senate

AA001.1 regarding testing student progress.

Survey - Academic Affairs Committee, Wku University Senate

Faculty Senate

Faculty survey regarding issues of importance.

You Can Make Money Producing And Marketing Alfalfa In The 80'S, David C. Petritz

Kentucky Alfalfa and Stored Forage Conference

We are today, as we were during most of the 70's, concerned with the future of the forage enterprise and the livestock species that depend on it. Will they survive an environment in which the emphasis is on grain exports? Will they survive in an environment in which consumers are not able (but hopefully willing) to pay prices for red meats which are profitable for all segments of the livestock industry? Will they survive in the 80's when real interest rates will be relatively high?

Marketing Alternatives For Kentucky Alfalfa: Needs, Challenges And Opportunities, J. Kenneth Evans

Kentucky Alfalfa and Stored Forage Conference

There are unquestionable needs for more high quality alfalfa in the Southeastern U.S. From these needs arise the challenge and opportunities for those who are researching, informing, teaching, and even promoting alfalfa. Likewise, there are income opportunities for those who own resources which could be used in producing and marketing alfalfa. This paper will discuss some of the factors which should be considered in hay marketing, i.e., (1) a dependable supply of hay; (2) producing high quality hay; and (3) planning to supply the highest quality hay to the highest priced market.

Hay - The National And International Traveler, Harry D. Gates Jr.

Kentucky Alfalfa and Stored Forage Conference

Prior to 1883, packing, shipping and hauling hay was an irregular business. There was no established custom to govern, and every transaction was typical of the parties engaged in it.

The hay crop had become the leading agricultural product in value, and its importance commercially was appreciated. The amount of hay leaving the farm had steadily increased, but trade environment did not offer much encouragement for businessmen of regular methods, or the capitalist to embark in the business, and it was apparent to every thinking person that for the proper development of so important an industry it was necessary in …

Development Of Local Hay Association, Roger Sparrow, Eric Hinton, J. H. Ragland

Kentucky Alfalfa and Stored Forage Conference

The need for a Hay marketing "system" had been obvious to hay sellers and agricultural leaders in Larue County for some time. Five or six hay producers had been selling mainly alfalfa hay to truckers, who would transport the hay to a buyer and reap the profit. Hay was mostly sold by the bale and at a low price. Because of the land and soil type, Larue County had a good potential to produce alfalfa as a cash crop. The development of this potential was being limited by an unreliable and unprofitable market. Given these conditions, the development of a …

Alfalfa From The Consumer Standpoint, John Williams

Kentucky Alfalfa and Stored Forage Conference

Traditionally, horsemen in this part of the United States have fed grass hay mixed with good red clover hay to their horses in training as well as their horses on the farm. Knowing that legume hay is high in protein, horsemen found this is a good source of the needed protein for their animals no matter what activity they were engaged in. A few problems were found with clover hay. First of all, it was usually dusty and, if not made under ideal circumstances, the hay was dark and in some cases moldy. The hay could never be purchased in …

Innovations In Hay Harvesting And Storing, V. L. Lectenberg, D. A. Holt

Kentucky Alfalfa and Stored Forage Conference

Haymaking in the humid parts of the U.S. is the most risky operation that farmers engage in. Standing hay is extremely high in moisture and must be dried to at least 25% moisture less before it can be stored without spoilage. Most farmers rely on natural field drying processes to cure their hay. Natural drying is often slowed by high relative humidity. Rainfall frequently occurs before the hay has dried which further slows the drying process and can result in serious nutrient and yield losses. Haymaking is also a labor-intensive farming operation and, until recently, involved a large amount of …

Breaking The Alfalfa Yield Barrier, J. Paul Mueller

Kentucky Alfalfa and Stored Forage Conference

During the past one-hundred or so years, alfalfa production has spread and flourished in the United States. It has contributed to progress in many phases of the livestock industry.

No-Till Establishement Of Alfalfa, Harlan E. White, Dale D. Wolf

Kentucky Alfalfa and Stored Forage Conference

The no-till concept has been widely accepted in Virginia for corn and soybean production. However, alfalfa is still commonly established by plowing and tilling the soil into a fine seedbed. Each year many tons of productive topsoil is eroded by rainfall on those prepared seedbeds. The resulting gullies remain in the hayfield for the life of the stand to damage equipment and "rattle the teeth" of the operator.

Current Disease Problems In Alfalfa, William C. Nesmith

Kentucky Alfalfa and Stored Forage Conference

Alfalfa is attacked by many fungi, bacteria, viruses and nematodes which USDA estimates reduces hay yields by 24% annually in the U.S. Even greater losses occur in Kentucky. However, it is the diseases of the root and crown which cause the greatest damage because they limit the number of years a stand can remain productive.

Quality Alfalfa Seed Production In The West, Vern L. Marble

Kentucky Alfalfa and Stored Forage Conference

Alfalfa seed production in the western United States has become a specialized business, and can no longer be considered as a "catch crop" to be harvested along with a hay production program in historical production areas in the Plains and Rocky Mountain states which produced approximately 80 percent of all of the seed produced in the late 1940's and early 1950's. In 1981 the seven western states of California (47.8 percent), Idaho (12.2 percent), Nevada (8.7 percent), Washington (7.7 percent), Oregon (4.2 percent), Montana (4.5 percent), and Utah (3.2 percent) produced 87.5 percent of the total 1981 production of 117 …

Meeting Minutes, Wku Student Government Association

Student Government Association

Discussion of committee representatives, student discount cards, student financial aid and constitutional revision resolutions.

Future Directions For The Space Program With Special Reference To The Commercial And Industrial Opportunities, Ronald J. Philips

Space Congress® Proceedings

It is a pleasure for me to be here, and I welcome the opportunity to discuss with you the subject of space commercialization in the 1980's and beyond.

Let me say at the outset that the only forecast of the future that can be made with certainty is that our predictions don't often come to pass; at least, not in the manner or at the time we envision. It is especially difficult to forecast in a field as young and rapidly evolving as that of space flight. We have, after all, an experience base of less than 25 years on …

Remote Manipulators In Industry And Space, David E. Flinchbaugh

Space Congress® Proceedings

Many challenging scientific, engineering, and manufacturing tasks in both industry and space can be performed most effectively and efficiently by means of remote-controlled robotic systems We will examine a variety of manipulators in use around the world today. These computer/ operator instructed devices are built to operate in hazardous environments and/or to rapidly perform precise, material handling, repetitive functions reliably for long periods of time.

Manned Operations Of A Large Pointing System, Jochen G. Graf

Space Congress® Proceedings

This article addresses the role of man in operating on orbit a large pointing system such as the IPS currently under development in Europe. After a brief introduction and project overview, the main areas for manned interaction are described followed by an illustration of the key operational features of the IPS and the crew involvement in each of these functions. The paper highlights the man-machine interfaces and concludes with an example description of a typical IPS operation.

Future Plans For Spacelab And Retrievable Carrier, Robert L. Mory

Space Congress® Proceedings

The experience gained "by Europe in Spacelab development is used to follow an approach responsive to Europe's own needs and compatible with its financial resources. From studies currently being carried out so far by the European Space Agency, a conclusion has been drawn that the development of a freeflying carrier should be pursued. The basic objective of the discussed "European Retrievable Carrier" is to arrive at a payload carrier (primarily dedicated to microgravity research) which can be separated from the Shuttle in orbit, operate in a free-flying mode, be retrieved together with its payloads and be re-used.

The further evolution …

European Use Of Space Shuttle, D. J. Shapland, D. Genthe, C. Buongiorno

Space Congress® Proceedings

Europe's association with the Space Shuttle started in 1973 when the European Space Agency (ESA) signed a Memorandum of Understanding with NASA for the development in Europe with European funds of Spacelab. In addition, it was agreed that ESA would provide approximately one half of the first Spacelab payload which will be carried on the SL-1 mission in September 1983. Further usage of Spacelab is foreseen either in missions dedicated to European countries or in missions shared with NASA. Also, it is anticipated that European space projects will make use of the launch and recovery capability of the Space Shuttle …

The Development Of A Commercially Viable Remote Sensing Industry, Donn C. Walklet

Space Congress® Proceedings

Satellite remote sensing has been the victim, as well as the beneficiary, of U.S. government sponsored programs. The technology owes its existence to NASA and Department of Defense R & D projects. But after proving its practical benefits to society, the government has lacked a commitment to the commercial development of remote sensing, even though there are successful examples of other high technology products and services that have been commercialized. A primary missing element in this situation is the application of proven marketing techniques and strategies.

Remote sensing has reached a critical point in its development cycle. The technology has …

Assessment Of The Impact Of Increased Solar-Ultraviolet Radiation Of Seagress, Robert P. Trocine, Gary N. Wells

Space Congress® Proceedings

An early concern in the planning of the Space Shuttle Program was the loss of atmospheric ozone due to repeated Shuttle flights and a resultant increase in penetrant ultraviolet radiation.

Our research group has examined the effects of an increase in this radiation (UV-B, 290- 315 nm) on three marine angiosperms (Halophila engelmannii Aschers, Halodule wrightii Aschers, and Syringodium filiforme Kutz) important to shallow marine and estuarine ecosystems. The photosynthetic tolerance of each seagrass to UV-B and mechanisms which might prevent or reverse damage were investigated.

The data show little effect by current environmental levels of UV-B and suggest the …

Space Platform Solar Array-A Progress Report, Martin Gerbasi, Paul Goldsmith

Space Congress® Proceedings

The Space Platform Solar Array represents a significant step forward in lightweight photovoltaic array technology. Pacing elements of technology development and design have been in work for several years at both Lockheed and TRW under contract to Marshall Space Flight Center. Requirements have been firmed up with prime system contractors, TRW and MDAC,and detailed design and testing is underway.

This paper summarizes these requirements, presents a summary of key aspects of the solar array design, identifies technology issues and discusses testing efforts currently underway to resolve these issues. These efforts include an extension/retraction mast test, KC-135 zero "g" testing, plasma …

Potential Sts Use By Canada, Michael D. Watson

Space Congress® Proceedings

This paper briefly describes some uses of the Space Shuttle and the Space Transportation System by Canada. The CANADARM (Shuttle Remote Manipulator System) has performed well in its early flight tests and should now be considered as a working tool. The possible Canadian uses of Shuttle in the next few years range from biosciences and space plasma investigations using Spacelab facilities, to launch of commercial communications satellites. Some medium- to long-term possibilities will also be discussed including large satellites and space structures.

The Human Spirit In Space, B J. Bluth

Space Congress® Proceedings

The space ships which have come from the human imagination have been extraordinarily successful. Does mankind have the spirit to reside in those ships/ and newly planned space stations for long periods of time?

Evidence about the performance of people in isolated and confined environments for long periods of time raises issues that need examination. The Soviet experience in the Salyut 6 shows signs of interpersonal and individual strain. Studies of the Arctic/ Antarctic/ submarines/ oceanographic research vessels/ simulations/ and many other cases indicate similar episodes that effect human performance/ and consequently impinge on mission safety and success.

A Utility Perspective On Future Energy Supply, Robert E. Uhrig

Space Congress® Proceedings

This paper reviews the on-going study at Florida Power and Light Company to identify, evaluate and pursue generation technologies that best fit our future needs. Although nuclear and alternate technologies are reviewed, the primary emphasis is the utilization of coal in an acceptable form.

Dscs Iii Spacecraft Growth Potential, Milt Van Horn

Space Congress® Proceedings

Recent activity in the MILSATCOM architecture arena has resulted in extensive assessment of potential satellite resources. Government and industry participants, striving for continuous, economical and effective communications assets through the rest of the century, have directed attention toward upgrading existing systems as well as defining and initiating new system* developments. An example of the more cost efficient approach presently being considered by the government is future upgrades of the DSCS III satellites which are currently under development/production at GE's Space Systems Division in Vally Forge, PA.

Based on Air Force funded product improvement studies and GE internal initiatives to improve …

The Outlook For Nuclear Energy In The U.S., Hugh Kendrick

Space Congress® Proceedings

The strategic importance of nuclear power lies in its contribution to: expanding electricity supplies essential to economic growth; assuring the nation's orderly transition from insecure foreign oil to abundant domestic resources; and eventually providing an essentially inexhaustible source of energy. The historical partnership between the Federal Government and industry in developing nuclear technology, including the reasons for decline in the last five years, is described. Recent changes in Federal policies and programs designed to enable increased use of nuclear power are reviewed. But the outlook will remain uncertain for the near term until public confidence is restored.

The Potential Of Space Manufacturing, Donald M. Waltz

Space Congress® Proceedings

This paper defines space manufacturing, then discusses the potential processes and product types that are implied in the definition. Both current government early planning and commercial industry formulative thinking contribute to the definition.

How quickly space processing or space productization occurs is directly tied to critical technologies, legal implications, and business incentives.

A roadmap to space manufacturing is offered. It sets forth the time phased events that must occur in the near term 1982-1987 to cause space manufacturing to be commercially profitable in the 1990's. The key to any attempt at scoping the promise of space manufacturing is the timely …

Future Science Cargo Requirements For The Shuttle, J. R. French

Space Congress® Proceedings

This paper presents a sampling of space science missions currently planned or under study at the Jet Propulsion Laboratory. Early use of the Shuttle for launching planetary exploration missions will not differ very much in principle from expendable launch vehicles. Future concepts which make use of the unique characteristics of the Shuttle in conjunction with other new technology open some truly fascinating prospects. Shuttle has other roles in space science as well, both for deep space and Earthdirected observations. A variety of payload concepts, ranging from highly conventional to "far-out," are under study. Increasing experience with Shuttle operations will broaden …

Payload Design Guidelines To Enhance Cargo Mixing On Space Shuttle Flights, John R. Bruce, Roger A. Chamberlain

Space Congress® Proceedings

Payloads on Space Shuttle flights can be designed to enhance their potential to be integrated with other Shuttle payloads. Pertinent design guidelines have been identified in the areas of loads and dynamics, thermal and acoustic considerations, contamination, avionics and electromagnetic compatibility, ground processing and orbital operations. Consideration of these payload design guidelines throughout the design cycle can result in flight hardware with a high mixing potential. The resulting cargo manifesting flexibility provides earlier and more frequent flight opportunities for payloads, reduced costs, minimum post-design cycle modifications to accommodate cargo mixing and, ultimately, optimum utilization of the Space Shuttle.