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Acoustic Characterization of a Hydrokinetic Turbine

Creator:: Polagye, Brian
Abstract:: Abstract— This study describes the sound produced by a hydrokinetic turbine operating in a riverine environment near Iguigig, AK (USA). Drifting spar buoys equipped with hydrophones and GPS loggers were used to characterize temporal and spatial variability in turbine sound over a range of turbine operating conditions. Because of the...
Resource Type:: Technical Report
Full Text:: --Acoustic_Characterization_of_a_Hydrokinetic_Turbine--EWTEC2015_Revision Acoustic Characterization of a Hydrokinetic Turbine Brian Polagye1 & Paul

Tidal wetland prioritization for the Smith River Watershed: Umpqua River Estuary of Oregon

Creator:: Brophy, Laura S. and So, Khemarith
Abstract:: This prioritization is designed to provide strategic focus for tidal wetland conservation and restoration actions undertaken in partnership with willing landowners. The study highlights land areas in the Smith River Watershed (within the Umpqua River estuary) where tidal wetland restoration or conservation action may offer the biggest ecological “bang for...
Resource Type:: Technical Report
Full Text:: Tidal Wetland Prioritization for the Smith River Watershed

Conservation plans for the northern spotted owl and other forest management proposals in Oregon : the economics of changing timber availability

Creator:: Greber, Brian J., Johnson, K. Norman, and Lettman, Gary
Abstract:: The goal of this study is to analyze how the ISC Conservation Strategy may influence Oregon's timber availability and economy in the context of overall changes in public land management. Two themes are important: first, how the state's future will differ from today and second, how the state's future will...
Resource Type:: Technical Report
Full Text:: Brian J. Greber K. Norman Johnson Gary Lettman Forest Research Laboratory College of Forestry Oregon

Managing for healthy white pine ecosystems in the United States to reduce the impacts of white pine blister rust

Creator:: Samman, Safiya, Schwandt, John W., Wilson, Jill L., and United States. Forest Service
Abstract:: Gerald W. Williams Collection
Resource Type:: Technical Report
Full Text:: southwestern white pine sapling. Samman, Safiya; Schwandt, John W.; Wilson, Jill L. 2003. Managing for Healthy

Flagging the trail : one hundred years of managing cultural resources

Creator:: Gillio, David A. and United States. Forest Service. Southwestern Region
Abstract:: Heritage resources management ; rept. no. 17
Resource Type:: Technical Report
Full Text:: USDA, Director, Office of Civil Rights, Room 326- W, Whitten Building, 1400 Independence Avenue, SW

Enhancement of seedling establishment on the Klamath Tree Farm : final report

Creator:: Cleary, Brian D.
Resource Type:: Technical Report
Full Text:: Farm By Brian D. Cleary Reforestation Specialist November 15, 1977 Final Report Weyerhaeuser

Reference Model #1 - Tidal Energy: Resource

Creator:: Polagye, Brian L.
Abstract:: Reference Model #1 is a tidal turbine operating in a narrow, tidal channel. The site is a generalized version of Tacoma Narrows, Puget Sound, Washington. The resource is a mixed, mainly semidiurnal tidal regime with two ebbs and floods each day of unequal strength (i.e., a diurnal inequality in which...
Resource Type:: Technical Report
Full Text:: nnmrec.oregonstate.edu University of Washington Brian L. Polagye Co-Director 206-543-7544 bpolagye@uw.edu

Forested plant associations of the Colville National Forest

Creator:: Williams, Clinton K., Kelley, Brian F., Smith, Bradley G., and Lillybridge, Terry R.
Abstract:: A classification of forest vegetation is presented for the Colville National Forest in northeastern Washington State. It is based on potential vegetation with the plant association as the basic unit. The classification is based on a sample of approximately 229 intensive plots and 282 reconnaisance plots distributed across the forest...
Resource Type:: Technical Report

Relationship Between Specific Gravity and Percentage of Summerwood in Wide-Ringed, Second-Growth Douglas-Fir

Creator:: Smith, Diana M.
Abstract:: For the sample of wide-ringed Douglas-fir discussed in this report, the relationship between specific gravity and percentage of summerwood is linear over a range of 16 to 60 percent summerwood content of the annual ring. The specific gravity of the summerwood and springwood portions of 96 dissected annual rings is...
Resource Type:: Technical Report
Full Text:: DIANA M. SMITH, Technologist Forest Products Laboratory,� Forest Service U. S. Department of

Fisheries statistics of Oregon, 1950-1953

Creator:: Smith, Harrison S.
Abstract:: Document includes fishery statistics for Oregon for the years 1950-1953.
Resource Type:: Technical Report
Full Text:: . SMITH FISH COMMISSION OF OREGON Portland, Oregon Contribution No. 22 February 1956 fish Commission

Determination of coastal changes in Lincoln County, Oregon using aerial photographic interpretation

Creator:: Smith, Elaine C.
Abstract:: In order for proper land use planning to occur in coastal Lincoln County, Oregon, coastal erosion rates should be determined. This has been accomplished by identifying the location of the Lincoln County coast in 1939, 1959 -, and 1973 and measuring the amount of change occurring between the years. The...
Resource Type:: Technical Report
Full Text:: York: McGraw-Hill Book Co. Smith, W. D. 1933. Geology of the Oregon coastline. Pan-American

Public participation in Willamette Valley environmental decisions

Creator:: Smith, Courtland L.
Resource Type:: Technical Report
Full Text:: PARTICIPATION IN WILLAMETTE VALLEY - ENVIRONMENTAL DECISIONS Courtland L . Smith Department of Anthropology

Wave Energy Infrastructure Assessment in Oregon

Creator:: Lavrakas, John, Smith, Jed, and Advanced Research Corporation
Abstract:: OWET commissioned this gap analysis to assess the infrastructure needs of ocean renewable energy and compare those needs against the existing and planned infrastructure capabilities in Oregon. The Wave Energy Infrastructure Assessment in Oregon report summarizes the results of the assessment performed by Advanced Research Corporation and is intended to...
Resource Type:: Technical Report
Full Text:: . Authors: John W. Lavrakas Jedediah M. Smith Date: December 1, 2009 Prepared for

Vacation land : the national forests in Oregon

Creator:: United States. Forest Service
Abstract:: Gerald W. Williams Collection
Resource Type:: Technical Report
Full Text:: ...... C. C. Hall.. N. F. Macduff R. S. Shelley W. W. Cryder C. Bartrum H. W. Harris J. C. Kulins R. M

Land areas of the national forest system as of ... / United States Department of Agriculture, Forest Service

Creator:: United States Department of Agriculture Forest Service
Abstract:: Gerald W. Williams Collection
Resource Type:: Technical Report
Full Text:: WEST IRGINIA Monongahela MD w mama cic Wasrngton VIRGINIA NORTH CAROLINA 1.1EVILLE Croatan

Land areas of the national forest system as of ... / United States Department of Agriculture, Forest Service.

Creator:: United States Department of Agriculture Forest Service
Abstract:: Gerald W. Williams Collection
Resource Type:: Technical Report

Volunteers in the national forests : a decade of excellence

Creator:: United States. Forest Service
Abstract:: Gerald W. Williams Collection
Resource Type:: Technical Report

Managing multiple uses on National Forests, 1905-1995 : a 90-year learning experience and it isn't finished yet

Creator:: Fedkiw, John and United States. Forest Service
Abstract:: Gerald W. Williams Collection
Resource Type:: Technical Report
Full Text:: Program Planning, U.S. Department of Agriculture, Washington, DC. James W. Giltmier, Executive Editor

Growth in selectively cut ponderosa pine forests of the Pacific Northwest

Creator:: Meyer, Walter H. (Walter Huber)
Abstract:: Gerald W. Williams Collection
Resource Type:: Technical Report
Full Text:: Forest Experiment Statiofl Branch of 1esearch. Forest Serylce UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE, W

Regulations governing opening to entry of former Oregon and California railroad grant lands

Creator:: United States and United States. General Land Office
Abstract:: Gerald W. Williams Collection
Resource Type:: Technical Report
Full Text:: the proviso may enter la!lds of eitht;r cl~s ~W<_> or class three, but not of class one. The exercise

Forest preservation and national prosperity : portions of addresses delivered at the American Forest Congress, January 2 to 6, 1905

Creator:: United States. Forest Service, Roosevelt, Theodore, 1858-1919, Jusserand, J. J. (Jean Jules), 1855-1932, and Wilson, James, 1835-1920
Abstract:: Gerald W. Williams Collection
Resource Type:: Technical Report
Full Text:: , OVERTON W. PRICE, in Charge. FOREST MANAGEMENT, THOMAS H. SHERRARD, in Charge. DENDROLOGY, GEORGE B

The land utilization program, 1934 to 1964 : origin, development, and present status

Creator:: Wooten, H. H. (Hugh Hill), 1894-
Abstract:: Gerald W. Williams Collection
Resource Type:: Technical Report
Full Text:: W. Harrison, Eco- nomic Research Service; Edward G. Grest, Fred W. Grover, Howard E. Smith, John S

The national forests of California

Creator:: Ayres, Robert W. (Robert William), 1880-, Hutchinson, Wallace, and United States. Forest Service
Abstract:: In the following pages the national forests of California are described and an account is given of their value to the public welfare and of the means and methods used by the United States Forest Service to make them contribute as much as possible, both now and in the future,...
Resource Type:: Technical Report
Full Text:: 12, 1927 Secretary of Agriculture ____________________ W. M. JARDINE. Assistant Secretary

Aboriginal man and white man as historical causes of fires in the boreal forest, with particular reference to Alaska

Creator:: Lutz, H. J. (Harold John), 1900-
Abstract:: The boreal forest of North America is especially liable to destruction by fires. It is a region in which forest fires have been extremely common and wide spreading. Lightning is certainly one of the causes of fires but man, both aboriginal and white, has been an even more prolific source....
Resource Type:: Technical Report
Full Text:: .-The Keene Forest-A Preliminary Report, by J. W. Toumey and R. C. Hawley. 1916. (Out of print.) 5.-The

Pulp-timber resources of southeastern Alaska

Creator:: Heintzleman, B. F. (B. Frank), 1888- and United States. Department of Agriculture
Abstract:: The southeastern section of Alaska has extensive forests of pulpwood that are managed by the Federal Government for a sustained production of timber, excellent water-power resources for industrial use, tidewater transportation both from the woods to the mills and from the mills to markets, and an equable climate that permits...
Resource Type:: Technical Report
Full Text:: , the rest being unsuitable for farm ing because of rough topog- raphy and thin soil. W ith the aid of

Land management plans in the Pacific Northwest Region

Creator:: United States. Forest Service. Pacific Northwest Region
Abstract:: National Forest Plans have been developed and implemented on the 19 National Forests and one National Grassland in the Pacific Northwest Region, Region 6, of the U.S. Department of Agriculture, Forest Service. These Plans were developed under the provisions of the National Forest Management Act of 1976 and the National...
Resource Type:: Technical Report
Full Text:: Fork Smith 8.5 4.5 Rogue 12.8 7.5 77.5 51 Wildlife and Fish Trends WILDERNESS - Five Wildernesses

Screening for Biofouling and Corrosion of Tidal Energy Device Materials: In-situ results for Admiralty Inlet, Puget Sound, Washington

Creator:: Polagye, Brian and Thomson, Jim
Abstract:: From April 2009 to February 2010, coupons of materials which could be used in the rotor, drive train, or foundation of tidal energy devices were deployed in-situ on the seabed at a prospective tidal energy site to screen for biofouling and corrosion. Materials include glass and carbon fiber composites, stainless...
Resource Type:: Technical Report
Full Text:: nnmrec.oregonstate.edu University of Washington Brian L. Polagye Co-Director 206-543-7544 bpolagye@uw.edu

Broccoli breeding, evaluation and seed production: Report to the Oregon Processed Vegetable Commission, 2006-2007

Creator:: Myers, James R. and Yorgey, Brian
Abstract:: Research efforts were focused on testing various inbred combinations for hybrid produc-tion, and evaluating commercial cultivars for adaptation to Oregon growing conditions and for head rot resistance.
Resource Type:: Technical Report
Full Text:: , Horticulture Brian Yorgey, Food Science and Technology 3. Cooperators: None 4. Project Status

Broccoli breeding, evaluation and seed production: Report to the Oregon Processed Vegetable Commission, 2005-2006

Creator:: Myers, James R. and Yorgey, Brian
Abstract:: Objectives: I. Develop broccoli varieties adapted to western Oregon with suitable quality, high yields, and disease resistance. Specific traits include: a. Early to midseason maturity b. Concentrated yield potential c. Downy mildew resistance d. Exerted heads with large openly branched heads with heavy, clean stem for easy trimming and separation...
Resource Type:: Technical Report
Full Text:: , Horticulture Brian Yorgey, Food Science and Technology 3. Project Status: Terminating 30 June, 2006 4

Broccoli Breeding, Evaluation and Seed Production : Report to the Oregon Processed Vegetable Commission, 2013-2014

Creator:: Myers, James R. and Yorgey, Brian
Abstract:: Research efforts were focused on testing various inbred combinations for hybrid production and adaptation to Oregon growing conditions. Trials at the Vegetable Re-search Farm included a yield trial of OSU derived hybrids, and observation trials of OSU inbreds and hybrids. Breeding funds were used for a major portion of the...
Resource Type:: Technical Report
Full Text:: , Horticulture Brian Yorgey, Food Science and Technology 3. Cooperators: None 4. Project Status

Broccoli breeding, evaluation and seed production: Report to the Oregon Processed Vegetable Commission, 2007

Creator:: Myers, James R. and Yorgey, Brian
Abstract:: Research efforts were focused on testing various inbred combinations for hybrid production, and evaluating commercial cultivars for adaptation to Oregon growing conditions and for head rot resistance
Resource Type:: Technical Report
Full Text:: , Horticulture Brian Yorgey, Food Science and Technology 3. Cooperators: None 4. Project Status

Environmental Effects of Tidal Energy Development

Creator:: Polagye, Brian, Van Cleve, Brie, Copping, Andrea, and Kirkendall, Keith
Abstract:: This report summarizes the outcomes of a March 22-25, 2010, workshop in Seattle, Washington, on the environmental effects of tidal energy development. The workshop focused on building capabilities to evaluate the environmental effects of tidal energy from turbines placed in the water column throughout the United States. However, it did...
Resource Type:: Technical Report
Full Text:: Administrator for Fisheries Editors: Brian Polagye1, Brie Van Cleve2, Andrea Copping2, and Keith Kirkendall3

Green bean breeding and evaluation: Report to the Oregon Processed Vegetable Commission, 2006

Creator:: Myers, James R. and Yorgey, Brian
Abstract:: Objectives: 1. Breed Bush Blue Lake green bean varieties with high economic yield and improved plant architecture. 2. Improve pod characteristics including straightness, color, smoothness, tex-ture, flavor and quality retention, and combine with delayed seed size de-velopment. 3. Incorporate white mold resistance and improve root rot tolerance. 4. Map genes...
Resource Type:: Technical Report
Full Text:: 3. Cooperator: Brian Yorgey, Food Science and Technology 4. Project Status: Terminating 30 June

Green bean breeding and evaluation: Report to the Oregon Processed Vegetable Commission, 2005-2006

Creator:: Myers, James R. and Yorgey, Brian
Abstract:: Objectives: 1. Breed Bush Blue Lake green bean varieties with high economic yield and improved plant architecture. 2. Improve pod characteristics including straightness, color, smoothness, texture, flavor and quality retention, and combine with delayed seed size development. 3. Incorporate white mold resistance and improve root rot tolerance. 4. Develop a...
Resource Type:: Technical Report
Full Text:: 3. Cooperator: Brian Yorgey, Food Science and Technology 4. Project Status: Terminating 30 June

Broccoli Breeding, Evaluation and Seed Production 2015 : Oregon Processed Vegetable Commission Continuing Project Report

Creator:: Myers, James R. and Yorgey, Brian
Abstract:: Processors need broccoli with better quality traits than what is available in cultivars developed for California and Mexico fresh markets. Farmers need to reduce labor costs of broccoli production by mechanizing harvest. Most contemporary commercially available cultivars are not suitable for either mechanical harvest or processing. The objective of the...
Resource Type:: Technical Report
Full Text:: , Evaluation and Seed Production 2015 PI: James R. Myers Co-PI: Brian Yorgey Organization: Oregon State

Broccoli breeding, evaluation and seed production: Report to the Oregon Processed Vegetable Commission, 2009-2010

Creator:: Myers, James R. and Yorgey, Brian
Abstract:: Objectives: Develop broccoli varieties adapted to western Oregon with suitable quality, high yields, and disease resistance. Specific traits include: Early to midseason maturity Concentrated yield potential Head rot and downy mildew resistance Large openly branched heads that are well exserted and have clean stems for easy trimming and separation into...
Resource Type:: Technical Report
Full Text:: Seed Production 2. Project Leaders: James R. Myers, Horticulture Brian Yorgey, Food Science and

Green Bean Breeding and Evaluation 2014 : Oregon Processed Vegetable Commission Continuing Project Report

Creator:: Myers, James R. and Yorgey, Brian
Abstract:: Oregon is the second largest producer of processed green beans, and cultivars are needed that are adapted to western Oregon. The types that have traditionally been used are the bush blue lake (BBL) green beans with high yields, excellent processing quality. On the other hand, then need improvement in plant...
Resource Type:: Technical Report
Full Text:: Evaluation 2014 PI: James R. Myers Co-PI: Brian Yorgey Organization: Oregon State University Telephone

NNMREC Accomplishments and Impacts 2009-2013

Creator:: Batten, Belinda and Polagye, Brian L.
Abstract:: In 2008, the US Department of Energy’s (DOE) Wind and Water Power Program issued a funding opportunity announcement to establish university-‐led National Marine Renewable Energy Centers. Oregon State University and the University of Washington combined their capabilities in wave and tidal energy to establish the Northwest National Marine Renewable Energy...
Resource Type:: Technical Report
Full Text:: nnmrec.oregonstate.edu University of Washington Brian L. Polagye Co-Director 206-543-7544 bpolagye@uw.edu

Green Bean Breeding and Evaluation : Report to the Oregon Processed Vegetable Commission, 2013–2014

Creator:: Myers, James R. and Yorgey, Brian
Abstract:: Overview of Project and Varietal Development: Funding for 2013-14 was reduced substantially which resulted in a scaling back of the objectives. We conducted two yield and quality evaluation trials. However, the evaluation of commercial entries was funded entirely by fees from industry. We also grew out approximately 1300 breeding lines...
Resource Type:: Technical Report
Full Text:: 3. Cooperator: Brian Yorgey, Food Science and Technology 4. Project Status: Terminating 30 June

Forest road contracting, construction, and maintenance for small forest woodland owners

Creator:: Kramer, Brian W. and Oregon State University. Forest Research Laboratory
Abstract:: This handbook is is a comprehensive guide to building and maintaining cost-effective, environmentally acceptable logging roads. It is aimed specifically at nonindustrial private woodland owners in western Oregon and Washington, but it draws on basic forest road engineering principles and practices applicable in other forestry settings. The text is written,...
Resource Type:: Technical Report
Full Text:: FOREST WOODLAND OWNERS by Brian W. Kramer Editing, word processing, design, and layout by

Fertilizing lawns

Creator:: Cook, Thomas W., McDonald, B. (Brian William), and Oregon State University. Extension Service
Abstract:: Fertilizing, along with mowing and irrigating, is one of the basic cultural practices used to produce healthy, dense, green lawns. The goals of this publication are to help you better understand the following: • Reasons for fertilizing • Optimum application rates and timing • Types of fertilizer materials • How...
Resource Type:: Technical Report
Full Text:: Service) Tom Cook, associate professor of horticulture, Oregon State University, and Brian McDonald

Economic condition of selected Pacific Northwest seafoods firms

Creator:: Smith, Frederick J. (Frederick John), 1936- and Oregon State University. Agricultural Experiment Station
Abstract:: Published May 1971. Facts and recommendations in this publication may no longer be valid. Please look for up-to-date information in the OSU Extension Catalog: http://extension.oregonstate.edu/catalog
Resource Type:: Technical Report
Full Text:: incorporated into this study but deserve special mention. Frederick W. Bell (15) under the sponsorship of the

Pricing and Marketing Oregon Seafoods

Creator:: Smith, Frederick J. (Frederick John), 1936-
Abstract:: Published April 1970. Facts and recommendations in this publication may no longer be valid. Please look for up-to-date information in the OSU Extension Catalog: http://extension.oregonstate.edu/catalog
Resource Type:: Technical Report
Full Text:: ," August, 1969. Mar keting shares do not add to 100% for reasons explained in foot note \ Table 2. w

Various types of edge conditions

Creator:: March, H. W., Smith, C. B., and Forest Products Laboratory (U.S.)
Abstract:: Information reviewed and reaffirmed March 1956 and 1962. Original report published in 1945.
Resource Type:: Technical Report
Full Text:: LOADS OF FLAT SANDWICH PANELS IN COMPRESSION VARIOUS TYPES OF EDGE CONDITIONS 1— By H. W. MARCH

Growth, diversification, and cyclical instability in the Oregon economy, 1960-1979

Creator:: Oregon State University. Agricultural Experiment Station, Smith, Gary W., and Weber, Bruce A.
Abstract:: Published May 1984. Facts and recommendations in this publication may no longer be valid. Please look for up-to-date information in the OSU Extension Catalog: http://extension.oregonstate.edu/catalog
Resource Type:: Technical Report
Full Text:: the economy during this period. AUTHORS Gary W. Smith, assistant professor of agricultural economics

Kiln schedule for black walnut gunstock blanks

Creator:: Smith, Harvey H., Torgeson, Oscar W., and Forest Products Laboratory (U.S.)
Abstract:: Information reviewed and reaffirmed, January 1951.
Resource Type:: Technical Report
Full Text:: WALNUT GUNSTOCK BLANKS By H. H. SMITH, Assistant Technologis t and O. W. TORGESON, Senior Engineer

Furnace-type lumber dry kiln

Creator:: Torgeson, Oscar W., Smith, Harvey H., and Forest Products Laboratory (U.S.)
Abstract:: Information reviewed and reaffirmed 1963.
Resource Type:: Technical Report
Full Text:: Wiroooda At, A FURNACE-TYPE LUMBER DRY KILN By O . W . TORGESON, Engineer and r t H . H . SMITH

Regenerating Oregon's forests : a guide for the regeneration forester

Creator:: Cleary, Brian D., Greaves, Robert D., Hermann, Richard K., and Oregon State University. Extension Service
Abstract:: Published September 1978. Facts and recommendations in this publication may no longer be valid. Please look for up-to-date information in the OSU Extension Catalog: http://extension.oregonstate.edu/catalog
Resource Type:: Technical Report
Full Text:: . Seedlings 63 Brian D. Cleary, Robert D. Greaves, and Peyton W. Owston Chapter 7. Site

A compilation of observations from moored current meters and thermographs (and of complementary oceanographic and atmospheric data). Vol. 2. Oregon continental shelf, August-September 1966

Creator:: Mooers, C. N. K., Bogert, L. M., Smith, Robert L., and Pattullo, June G.
Abstract:: A summary of one phase of a direct observational program conducted in the coastal region off Oregon is presented. The measurements were made primarily on the continental shelf in late coastal upwelling season (August and September 1966). The principal measurements were time series of horizontal current velocity and temperature fields;...
Resource Type:: Technical Report
Full Text:: . L. Smith, and J. G. Pattullo National Science Foundation Grant GA 331 Reproduction in whole or in

Terrestrial primary production model

Creator:: Hatheway, W. H., Smith, Milton B., Smith, Steven, U.S. International Biological Program. Coniferous Forest Biome, and University of Washington
Abstract:: Internal report - U.S. International Biological Program. Coniferous Forest Biome
Resource Type:: Technical Report
Full Text:: W. H. Hathewav, Milton B. Smith, and Steven Smith University of Washington . INTRODUCTION Working

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