VOLUME 4 ISSUE 3 MARCH 2002 Administrator O’Keefe gets acquainted with Glenn

BY DOREEN B. ZUDELL , whom he said G LENN employees and business “captures the and community leaders extended a spirit of this warm welcome to NASA Administrator Agency." Sean O’Keefe during his first visit to the Center on January 24. Accompanied Aboard NASA for by Senator John Glenn, O’Keefe spent just 3 weeks, the day getting acquainted with the O’Keefe said he Center. has no “master plan” for moving After a brief meeting with O’Keefe, the Agency Sen. Glenn, and NASA Chief of Staff forward. Rather, and White House Liaison Courtney he stressed that Photo by Tom Jares Stadd, Center Director Donald Camp- strategies would bell introduced the Director's Leader- evolve in a ship Team (DLT) to the new administra- deliberate and tor. In an open exchange, DLT mem- collective bers shared their views on some of the manner. challenges and opportunities at the (Right to left) Queito Thomas, U.S. Center. “We need to examine and clarify what Army Vehicle Technology Directorate, we do,” O’Keefe said. “This requires assigned to the Facilities and Test A highlight for employees, O’Keefe us to define what criteria for perfor- Engineering Division (FTED), and Ray held an All Hands Address in the mance we want and what outcomes Castner, FTED, brief Administrator DEB Auditorium at 11:15 a.m. He we seek. Sometimes that will require Sean O'Keefe and Center Director expressed humility at being accepted Donald Campbell on test activities in into the NASA family and for sharing the Propulsion Systems Laboratory. his visit at the Center with his "hero," CONTINUED ON PAGE 6 FY03 budget begins process of discovery The Agency’s FY03 budget request is $15 billion, up slightly from $14.9 billion in INSIDE FY02. NASA views this proposal as President Bush’s commitment to the Agency’s mission of discovery. OVERWHELMING SUCCESS 5 The Center's 2001 CFC set BY DOREEN B. ZUDELL fundamentals and prioritizing capabilities records; garnered award collaboratively among Centers. D URING NASA Administrator Sean FAREWELL TO A FLAG 9 O’Keefe’s televised briefing to all “Americans see us [NASA] as the Glenn retired the Advanced Centers on February 4, he stressed that ultimate manifestation of our [human] Communications Technology the President’s FY03 budget proposal desire for exploration,” O’Keefe Satellite flag will enable the Agency to begin the affirmed. “So we need to emphasize process of developing overall strategies areas that the private sectors cannot or CONNECT 4 10 to maximize research and technology will not pursue because of the high Fifth graders linked up with the objectives. This will entail focusing on technological risks.” International Space Station crew CONTINUED ON PAGE 5 MARCH 2002 Former astronaut nominated as NASA deputy administrator

NNN ASA Administrator Sean O'Keefe and managing many of the programs That same year, and the White House have announced and day-to-day operations and activities he was appointed the nomination of former astronaut at NASA. assistant deputy and assistant deputy administrator, administrator at Major General Charles F. Bolden, U.S. "I am enthusiastic about the opportunity NASA Headquar- Marine Corps, as NASA's next deputy to welcome General Bolden back to ters in Washington, administrator. NASA," said Center Director Donald a position he held Campbell. "He will bring a wealth of until 1994, when Bolden, 55, currently serves as the experience and deep understanding of he was named Gen. Bolden commanding general, 3rd Marine the mission of NASA to the position." commander of Aircraft Wing. As deputy administrator, STS-60. He left the space program Bolden would serve as the chief A veteran of four Space Shuttle flights, having logged more than 680 hours in operating officer for the Agency and Bolden was pilot on STS-61C in 1986 orbit. N report directly to the Administrator. and STS-31 in 1990, and was the He will be responsible for directing mission commander on STS-45 in 1992. News Notes

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2 AAAeroeroeroSSSpacepacepace MARCH 2002 FrontiersFrontiersFrontiers IN APprecIation

The Themes family sends thanks to NASA friends who took time to express Director’s CornerCornerDirector’s sympathy and support during the Director’s CornerCornerDirector’s recent illness and death of Catherine, with DONALD CAMPBELL wife of Roy and mother of Christopher, Janice, and Leanne. —Chris Themes

I would like to express my deep gratitude to my fellow Glenn employ- Opportunities abound ees and to the employees of Analex and Zin Technologies for the tremen- WWW E use the word “opportunities” often at NASA. However, I believe dous amount of support you have right now this word has heightened significance for Glenn. shown me and my family at the death of my sister, Barbara Thompson A driving force behind this belief is our new Administrator, Mr. Sean Boomer. Your prayers and expressions O’Keefe. I have had numerous occasions to meet with Mr. O’Keefe and of compassion meant so much, both have consistently found him to be an open, optimistic, and dynamic during Barb's struggle with cancer and individual. As you may have observed during his recent visit to Glenn, at the time of her passing. Mr. O’Keefe’s demeanor encourages dialogue and openness. Many of —Bill Thompson you interacted with him as he toured several of our facilities. As I accompanied Mr. O’Keefe, Senator Glenn, and Headquarters personnel, I was extremely proud of each of you.

in memory While in Mr. O’Keefe met with government leaders such as Governor Taft and Mayor Campbell, as well as local university officials. Barbara Johnson, 66, who had worked During these exchanges, the Administrator stressed the importance of at Plum Brook Station, recently died. unity within NASA, and the relevance of our technology to the local and national community. Paul Langendorfer recently died. He had worked in the Receiving and Mr. O’Keefe also emphasized the importance of collaboration and Shipping area before retiring in 1981 cooperation. Within the modern NASA dynamic many activities require after 25 years of Federal service. us to work across organizational boundaries, both internal and external to the Center, to achieve our goals. I believe that there are great Edward Spieth, 85, who retired with dividends to be gained from this philosophy. 35 years of NASA service, recently died. He had worked as a general The President’s FY03 budget proposal clearly represents a commitment supply specialist. to NASA and NASA’s mission of discovery. The budget, along with directives from Mr. O’Keefe, offers us stability to plan and execute our programs. It also results in opportunities to shape our Center's future, and remain at the forefront of technological advancement. Women's History Observance set The Women's History Observance Event will be held at 9:30 a.m. on Exchange Corner March 28 in the Bldg. 3 Aud. The featured speaker will be Cleve- Thank you for helping us celebrate your new Main Cafeteria Grand Re- land’s first female Chief of Police, Opening events the week of Jan. 14. The raffle winners are: Karen Ault Mary Bounds. Back by popular (0120), 1st Prize–autographed John Glenn T-shirt; Karin Gornick (0210), 2nd demand, the Women in History Prize–4 Cleveland Cavaliers tickets; Patty Meldrum (0620/CIT), 3rd Prize– Troupe will portray a vignette of autographed John Glenn hat; Toni Cosari (0460) and Damaris Klanac (6160), marine biologist and environmen- 4th Prize–Conrad Auto Center’s oil change; and Vanessa Smith (0540/SAIC), talist Rachel Carson (1907-1964) 5th Prize–Cinemark movie tickets. and Fannie Lou Hamer (1907- 1977), civil rights activist and organizer of the Mississippi Kudos to Connie Carroll, Exchange Gift Shop manager. Carroll recently Freedom Party. The Federal received a special letter of appreciation from Bernard Matis of Parma, OH, Women’s Program Awards, in the for Carroll's oustanding service that helped to ensure a Merry Christmas for categories of supervisor and non- his son, who is a NASA enthusiast. In addition to her time spent in assisting supervisor, will be presented Matis in his gift selections over the phone, Carroll delivered the gifts to Matis following the performance. at the gate due to NASA's period of heightened security. 3 MARCH 2002

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○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○ honors and awardsawardshonors Three employees—Raymond Kacmar, Naseem Saiyed, and Dr. Margaret Tuma—were recognized at NASA Headquarters for completing the 2001 Professional Development Program (PDP).

Participants in the NASA PDP are Kacmar Saiyed Dr. Tuma Williams competitively selected by their center, and they engage in a year-long intensive benefits of the PDP program as well. "It plans. Williams is commended for his leadership development program that [PDP] enabled me to take an in-depth dedication, productivity, and quality of combines work assignments, review of myself and realize what my work. workshops, briefings by NASA’s true values and goals are and how they leadership, targeted training fit in with the NASA goals and objec- promotionpromotion opportunities, and individual coaching. tives. The program helped me deter- promotionpromotionpromotion The goal of the PDP is to provide these mine where I wanted to be down the Patricia (Patty) future leaders with a broad perspective road and what actions I needed to take Raimer was of both the Agency and the impact of to get there (even though it meant recently selected its programs. transferring to Dryden). It also brought as the new director me up to speed on some of the latest for Lewis Little This specific class took on a voluntary developments in management tools and Folks, Inc. (LLF) Day educational project to encourage techniques. Care Center. Prior students to pursue higher education in to this appoint- mathematics, science, and engineering Glen M. Williams, Office of Acquisi- ment, Raimer through establishing an interactive web tion, has been awarded one of the worked as a LLF Raimer page that will enable undergraduate NASA Procurement Person of the Year teacher for 3 1/2 and graduate students to expand their Awards. He was recognized as the years. She was previously employed as search beyond the Agency (see News "Midrange/Commercial Person of the a teacher at the Child Care Center at Notes on page 2). Year" for his outstanding work. During Riverside Hospital (Columbus, OH). the past year Williams oversaw the Raimer holds a Bachelor of Science Glenn graduates agree that the PDP NASA Research Announcement for the degree in Elementary Education from experience has broadened their Lithium-Based Polymer Energy Re- Ohio State University and is qualified understanding and provided them chargeable System, where he provided to serve as both principal and substi- opportunities to develop leadership training on processing mid-range tute teacher for the LLF Kindergarten. skills. procurements. Williams also served as She replaces Maureen Sartain who the prime party for identifying and resigned as LLF director in November Saiyed, who works in the Acoustics reporting to Headquarters the contracts 2001. Branch, said, "The training and that required safety provisions and experience in the PDP helped me develop new skills and refine existing

skills to be a leader in NASA." ○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○ in○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○ thethe headlinesheadlinesin Dr. Tuma said her PDP experience has opened many doors. "Since returning to Glenn, I have held three different detail positions. The first was in the astronaut & artistartistastronaut Research and Technology Directorate Office working on the NASA Blueprint Apollo 12 lunar module pilot, Skylab 2 Com- for Aeronautics," said Tuma. "The mander and artist Alan Bean (pictured right) second and third details have been in made an appearance at Gallery One In Mentor the Space Transportation Project on Jan. 19 to open an exhibition of his prints, Office, where I have utilized my posters, and books. He presented an informa- management skills as a product line tional slide lecture, which focused on his manager for Integrated Vehicle Health Apollo experiences and how he develops Management and as the 2nd Genera- unique perspectives on canvas. Glenn's tion RLV Propulsion Element manager." Community and Media Relations Office supported the event with exhibits from the Kacmar, who now works at Dryden Apollo era including a Moon rock. Flight Research Center, sees many Photo by David DeFelice 4 MARCH 2002 AAAeroeroeroSSSpacepacepace FrontiersFrontiersFrontiers Center sets record, achieves awards for CFC

Photo by Tom Jares GGG LENN set a record for donations to recognized as the Agency that the Combined Federal Campaign conducted the best overall (CFC) in 2001. The Federal employees campaign. William Montague, and retirees of Glenn contributed over Cleveland's Veteran Administra- $410,000 this year, exceeding the tion Medical Center director campaign goal by $57,000. and this year's chair of the NEOCFC based his selection on "This year's Combined Federal Cam- the following criteria: donations, paign at Glenn was a tremendous participation, CFC promotional success," said Center Director Donald events, structure of campaign, Campbell. "Glenn employees' gener- and Loaned Executive's narra- osity ensures that the charities of CFC tive. can be generous, too—providing gifts of education, nutrition, and other life- Orlando Thompson, Sr., Glenn's supporting aid to those in need." CFC chairperson said, "I am Orlando Thompson, Sr., (right) Glenn's 2001 CFC particularly proud of this year's chairperson, Community & Media Relations Office, At ceremonies held on January 17 at efforts because not only did presents Center Director Donald Campbell the the Celebrezze Federal Office Build- Glenn employees extend their NEOCFC's Chairperson Award. ing, Glenn also won the coveted generosity to a Nation in need Northeast Ohio CFC (NEOCFC) after September 11, but they Pamelia Caswell, Community & Media Chairperson Award. It is the most also continued their annual Relations Office, contributed to this prestigious honor an organization can support to CFC charities." article. achieve. The recipient of this award is FY03 request puts stability into the budget

CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 “We’ve worked hard at Glenn to craft to make faster trips throughout the O’Keefe explained that identifying position ourselves for the future,” solar system to visit multiple destinations priorities will be a major force behind explained Center Director Donald on the same mission. issues relating to the International Campbell. “The FY03 request puts Space Station. Specifically, the Agency stability into the budget, which helps us The 6-year process of decommissioning will examine five relevant areas: plan our programs.” the closed Plum Brook Reactor Facility prioritization of the science and continues through FY03. Decommis- technology agenda, analysis of the Chief Financial Officer Robert Fails, sioning Project Manager Timothy Polich remaining engineering challenges, explained that while most of Glenn’s explained that the major work would determination of the total cost to existing programs will continue on a involve the transportation and disposal complete and continue the program, steady basis, two areas within the of the core internals; reactor tank review of obligations with international budget—a new nuclear power program segmentation, removal, and disposal; partners, and refinement of all the and the decommissioning of the Plum and removal and disposal of equipment elements associated with the program, Brook Reactor—would account for most in hot dry storage. such as the Space Shuttle operation of the funding growth in FY03. (i.e. safety and maintenance, frequency Along with his proposed budget,

President Bush announced a new ○ of flights, etc.). The Nuclear Systems Initiative is part of a planned long-term, two-part program system aimed at measuring progress “We need to take a comprehensive that would safely enable ambitious within the Federal government. The approach to the International Space robotic missions throughout the solar Executive Branch Management Scorecard Station,” O’Keefe explained. “Space system. One part of the program would examines five areas: Human Capital, Station is not a program off to the side; continue production of radioisotope Financial Management, Competitive it’s not an individual effort. It is integral thermoelectric generators, which can Sourcing, E-Government, and Budget/ to all that goes on at NASA.” provide power for deep space missions Performance Integration, with the goal operating far from the Sun over a long of achieving the highest mark (green) in The FY03 budget request for the Office lifetime. They have been used safely each category. of Aerospace Technology Enterprise and reliably for the last 40 years. (Code R) from which Glenn receives Center Director Campbell said that the half of its program funding, is $2,815 The second part of the initiative, for Agency Budget “creates opportunities” million. This represents an increase of which Glenn will play a significant role, for NASA Centers to work collabora- 11 percent from FY02. Within this would develop a nuclear powered tively toward integrated programs that request, Glenn will be allocated $731 system for advanced propulsion applica- put us on a path for achievement of our million, up 16 percent from FY02. tions, enabling far more capable space- goals. N 5 MARCH 2002 Center, Cleveland welcome

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doing it differently than what had been done before.”

O’Keefe provided further insight into how he believes the Agency can ensure its preeminence. He echoed U.S. Diane Malarik,Telescience Support Secretary of Treasury Paul O’Neill’s (a Center operations manager, greets former colleague at the Office of O'Keefe in the lobby of Bldg. 333. Management and Budget) three guiding principles of a great organization:

Professionalism: Treat others as you would like to be treated. Showing people that they are valued brings out the best in them. Resources: Carefully measure what (Left to right) Assistant Administrator is needed to do the job and ensure that of Public Affairs Glenn Mahone, you have the resources or do not Glenn Deputy Director of Operations attempt to do it. Julian Earls, and NASA Chief of Staff Recognition: Make certain that and White House Liaison Courtney results—positive and negative—are Stadd share a light moment during noticed. Step back and say, “You did the DLT meeting. a good job” or “You didn’t get the job done.”

“We have all the elements right here Sen. Glenn and O'Keefe get to [in NASA] in place…to do extraordinary know Cleveland's new mayor, things,” O’Keefe affirmed. Jane Campbell. Following the All Hands Address, O’Keefe was escorted to the Visitor Center (VC) for a luncheon with Governor Bob Taft, local CEOs, univer- sity and college administrators, business leaders, and other government officials. Glenn's Chief Information Officer This event reserved some time for Sasi Pillay (right) engages O'Keefe community leaders outside the Center in conversation during the evening to show their support for Glenn as a reception. major technological contributor to the Northeast Ohio region.

After lunch, Center Director Campbell accompanied O’Keefe, Sen. Glenn, and Headquarters personnel on tours that provided a sampling of Glenn’s re- search and facilities. The tour stops included areas within the following buildings: Aeropropulsion Systems Laboratory (Bldg. 125), Communica- tion, Navigation, Surveillance (Bldg. 55), Microgravity Division Chief Jack Electric/Ion Propulsion (Bldg. 301), Salzman briefs (left to right) Stadd, Microgravity/ISS (Bldg. 333). Associate Administrator for Aerospace Technology Sam Venneri, Sen. Glenn, and O'Keefe on the Later in the afternoon, O’Keefe and Fluids and Combustion Facility Sen. Glenn returned to the VC for a mockup in Bldg. 333. press conference with local media. 6 AAAeroeroeroSSSpacepacepace MARCH 2002 FrontiersFrontiersFrontiers NASA's new administrator

Introduced by Director of External O'Keefe, pictured with Programs John Hairston, the new Campbell and Sen. administrator addressed questions Glenn, answers ranging from budget issues to educa- questions by local media at an afternoon tional programs. press briefing. In response, O’Keefe reiterated the themes of “collaboration” and “coop- eration” among all NASA Centers stressed earlier in the day at the em- ployee address. “Determining the Michael Doherty, Microgravity strategic objectives of NASA will require Science Division, asks O'Keefe a us [on a collective basis] to begin the question during the All Hands process of focusing on the core compe- Address to employees. tencies we seek to accelerate,” he said.

After a full day at the Center, O’Keefe, Sen. Glenn, and Director Campbell traveled downtown to meet Cleveland’s new mayor, Jane Campbell.

After a brief visit with the mayor, O’Keefe was shuttled to the Great Lakes Science Center for a community County Commissioner Jimmy Dimora (left) reception hosted by the Ohio Aero- presents a resolution from the Board of space Council and the Greater Cleve- Commissioners to O'Keefe during the land Growth Association. In the warm evening reception. and energetic atmosphere of the reception, officials from Cleveland’s public and private sectors welcomed O’Keefe and Sen. Glenn to Cleveland Governor Bob Taft and O'Keefe and extended open invitations to visit visit during a luncheon in the often. Visitor Center hosted by the Greater Cleveland Growth Cuyahoga County Commissioner and Association. Democratic Party Chairman Jimmy Dimora saluted Sen. Glenn with a resolu- Chief of the Power and On-Board tion for being “Ohio’s hometown hero.” Propulsion Technology Division Dr. In a resolution to O’Keefe, the residents Valerie Lyons gives details on Glenn- of Cuyahoga County applauded the new developed technology in the Electric administrator for his years of dedicated Power Laboratory, Bldg. 301. public service and wished him “success in his new responsibility and role at NASA.” Chief of the Space Communications Office Pete Vrotros (standing) shares highlights on satellite communi- cations technology. Pictured from far back are O'Keefe, Stadd, Campbell, and Sen. Glenn.

Photos by Marvin Smith and Tom Jares 7 MARCH 2002 SEMAA/AELs spread across the country

By S. JENISE VERIS prepared by eighth grade science students from Medina, OH. T HE Science, Engineering, Mathemat- ics, and Aerospace Academy (SEMAA) This unique innovative software will together with the Aerospace Educa- soon be introduced in an exhibit in tional Laboratory (AEL) represent a the Visitor Center and will be incorpo- wholistic approach to education—with rated into the John Glenn Gallery. students, parents, teachers, and commu- nity stakeholders sharing in the commit- Some unique partnerships have ment to quality education. formed to bring an AEL to their com-munity. A coalition of local Winston-Salem State University, NC, is businesses in San Felipe Pueblo is the the most recent institution to embrace primary investor for a potential AEL this concept with the opening of its site on a reservation just south of SEMAA/AEL on January 14. This brings Sante Fe. The Chapel Hill, NC, police the total to 21 educational sites spread- ing across the country. The latest Virtual Reality workstation in the AEL. CONTINUED ON PAGE 11 Established in 1993 as a partnership between Glenn and Cuyahoga Commu- nity College, SEMAA gives form to Congressman Louis Stokes’ vision of an On the road again academic enrichment program that fosters understanding and enthusiasm By S. JENISE VERIS students and 2 teachers. A special for math and science in school-age demonstration for community leaders is children. The AEL is a state-of-the-art FRANK Witcher and Craig Frohman of included in the week’s activities. At classroom that houses workstations to ACS, Inc., are traveling ambassadors week’s end, they all enthusiastically support SEMAA curriculum centered on for Glenn’s Science, Engineering, gather to discuss the possibility of aerospace and microgravity. Mathematics, and Aerospace Acad- having a permanent AEL in their emy (SEMAA)/Aerospace Educational community. “We train teachers to use the SEMAA Laboratory (AEL) programs. curriculum, which meets national Extensive travel and preparation over standards for science and math educa- Six months out of the year they hit the long periods of time can be challenging tion, and provides enrichment work- road in the Mobile Aerospace Educa- for Witcher and Frohman, but they feel shops on teaching techniques in tional Laboratory (MAEL), a 53-foot the rewards are limitless. conjunction with workstation sce- state-of-the-art classroom on wheels, narios,” explained Dovie Lacy, Glenn’s with the mission to excite students “I love to see the children’s excited SEMAA/AEL program manager in the about science and math and to faces when they enter the trailer,” Office of Educational Programs. “Our introduce them to the opportunities in Frohman said. “Many of these young curriculum also includes a unique technology-related careers. people have little knowledge of basic component for parent participation that science let alone advanced technology. ensures their support throughout their Although the SEMAA curriculum is self- My job allows me to witness the small child’s elementary and secondary years, directed, the team must know how to revelations that occur in them. It also and even later to help them pursue troubleshoot the 10 workstations in gives me great satisfaction to know that college financial aid.” the event a student has difficulty. I have, directly or indirectly, spurred Original MAEL team member Witcher their interest in math and science and Glenn proudly supports an AEL in the recalled the intensive reading and introduced them to careers they never Flex Building, located in the Aerospace research required before beta-testing knew existed.” Park. Steve Koons (ACS), MAEL/AEL the trailer for 3 months. manager, explained that this site is used Witcher and Frohman outside the MAEL. for middle and high school field trips “The startup was a little rough, but it and as a testing ground for workstation has always been exciting to work with upgrades. An upcoming upgrade to kids of all levels,” Witcher said. “Now, support the microgravity curriculum is a 5 years and 300 cities later, I feel like pre-recorded voice-recognition program it's part of my destiny.” that enables a one-on-one conversation with John Glenn who responds to The MAEL averages over 20 tours a students' questions based on problem- year, each about a week in duration. solving scenarios. The program was The team supports 4 or 5 classes a day created by Interactive Drama in with each session limited to 15 Bethesda, MD, using questions 8 MARCH 2002 AAAeroeroeroSSSpacepacepace FrontiersFrontiersFrontiers Glenn retires ACTS flag BY DOREEN B. ZUDELL continually inspired people to expand current applications, as well as to OOO N January 22, Glenn officially explore new ways to do things that retired the Advanced Communications had not yet been done with satellite Technology Satellite (ACTS) flag, which communications,” Center Director had flown on the Center’s flagpole Campbell said. “We’re glad that ACTS since the satellite's 1993 launch. This was done right here at Glenn!” extraordinary satellite opened up the Ka-frequency band by showing the Editor’s note: The ACTS flag is now in viability of spot beam technology and the hands of the Space Communica- ultra wideband communications. tions Office awaiting a permanent place for display.

“While a flag is a symbol commonly Photo by Marvin Smith used to represent a country, state, or municipality, the ACTS flag represented Members of Glenn's Security Force the development, launch, and opera- ceremoniously removed the ACTS flag from tion of the satellite,” explained ACTS in front of the Administration Building. Project Manager Bob Bauer, Space Communications Office. “It is a proud symbol for all of us of the technological and the application successes that ACTS achieved.”

During the ceremony, Bauer, Manager of the Space Communications Office Pete Vrotsos, and Center Director Donald Campbell, highlighted program- Graphic by Terry Condrich matic milestones and accomplishments in the project’s history. A number of Pushing the envelope—literally employees and retirees who had TESTING to improve the performance of the Rolls Royce F405 engine was recently participated in the project over the completed in Glenn's Propulsion Systems Laboratory (PSL) Cell 4. The tests were years also attended. Notably, all ACTS conducted in collaboration with Rolls Royce and the Naval Air Systems Command to project managers—Richard Gedney and investigate the source of in-flight engine stalls that caused the Navy to impose altitude Rodney Knight (both retired), and Sina restrictions on flight maneuvers performed in the F45 Goshawk, their primary jet Javidi and Bauer, Space Communica- trainer. tions Office, shared their memories. "We used two systems to collect data from high response instrumentation located “This flag is a source of joy that reminds throughout the low-speed fan and high-speed compressor to determine what was us of the outstanding job Lewis [Glenn] causing engine stall," explained Queito Thomas, lead PSL test engineer. "The tests has done on the project,” Knight said. were performed between simulated sea level conditions and 30,000 feet, at high inlet airflows." Although the flag retirement signified the conclusion of the project, the The two testing systems were separately employed. First, an exhaust plug was spacecraft continues to operate, now in inserted into the tail pipe until the fan stalled and the position of the plug was its 102nd month, with the payload recorded for use during subsequent test points. The second system, known as a utilization being directed by the Ohio fuel-spiking rig, supplied high-pressure fuel to the engine in a predetermined time Consortium for Advanced Communica- period to cause a high-pressure compressor stall. tions Technology, which is managed by Ohio University. Dr. Dennis Irwin, who Test planning and validation was completed in less than a year. The data gathered played a key role in developing the will be used to aid in validation of thermodynamic and control system models. consortium, was recognized during These models will assist the the recent ceremony. The consortium US Navy to improve the T45 allows ACTS to continue to benefit Goshawk flight envelope. academia and industry even though Tests such as these are NASA’s primary mission has been brought to the PSL to utilize completed. the only NASA ground test facility capable of true “From its conceptual beginning as a altitude simulation for the technology verification program, ACTS testing of full-scale air- grew and grew into a program that breathing gas turbine engines. 9 MARCH 2002 An Xtraspecial event: Connect 4

BY S. JENISE VERIS “I was sitting there thinking O N January 22, Glenn hosted 300 that this could be a once-in- fifth graders from Westlake’s Parkside a-lifetime experience,” said Intermediate School, their teachers fifth grader Evan Hurst. “It and principal, and special guests for a made me think I would like live link to the crew of the Interna- to be an astronaut.” tional Space Station, which is orbiting 240 miles above Earth. Center Director Donald Campbell, a prominent For nearly 20 minutes, the Parkside Westlake resident, greeted students were connected via satellite the students and invited with Space Station’s Expedition 4 guests, which among others crew—Colonel Yury Onufrienko of included Westlake's mayor, Russia, USN Captain Daniel Bursch, Dennis Clough, and Cleveland’s own USAF Colonel school superin- Carl Walz. The students, including tendent, James Walz’s niece, Emma, took turns Costanza, and asking the astronauts questions that Andrea Rocco Photos by Marvin Smith ranged from their daily routine to of the Westlake Above: Astronauts Carl Walz and their favorite projects. Board of Education. Daniel Bursch live from the Space Station. “I just had a chance to do a space walk last week, and fortunately, we James Fitzgerald Left: Parkside's Principal Mark Bregar didn’t encounter any debris,” Walz (OKSU), from and fifth grader Beth Moroney await a replied. “However, there is a lot of the Office of response from the astronauts. debris up here,” Walz joked watching Educational Bursch grab a pillow that floated by. Programs (OEP), coordinated Glenn’s educational professionals in the DEB Auditorium, When asked which of their current outreach for the event, while David augmented the live event. Space Station projects they personally DeFelice, Community and Media felt will be the biggest help to people Relations Office, handled the “In my mind it [the event] was perfect. on Earth, Bursch said, “I think we’ve logistics. Before the event, OEP I couldn’t have wished for any better already done what will be the biggest space videos supplemented the outcome,” Sue Walz said. “Not only help, which is learning the cultures of teachers’ lesson plans. In addition, was the link with the Space Station other countries and working together Jeff Woytach, Space Flight Project more than we expected, but all the to build Station. It’s not easy, but hope- Branch, a member of Glenn's other activities were just as wonderful fully it will make your futures brighter Speakers Bureau, spoke to the and truly educationally valuable.” N to see that so many countries [16] students about Space Station and are working towards a common goal.” living in space, and helped them Editor’s Note: For more information draft their questions. A scavenger about the student project, visit The Space Station link-up was the hunt and video at the Visitor Westlake Schools’ web site http:// crescendo to Parkside School’s Center, along with career panel westlake.k12.oh.us/Parkside/ science project on space comple- presentations offered by various mented by a social studies unit on explorers. The well-drawn proposal prepared with fervor by Walz’s sister- in-law, Sue Walz, a teacher at Bassett Elementary, along with Parkside teachers Sharon Waffen and Cathy Glenn is sponsoring the first Buckeye Regional FIRST Pietrokski, convinced Johnson Space (For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Center to recognize the significant Technology) robotics competition on March 15-16 educational value that the event at the Cleveland State University Convocation Center. would yield. Come see an exciting competition among over 50 high school teams, including several local schools. Watch as teams try to outwit one another Adults and students expressed their using remote-controlled robots they have designed and constructed with the gratitude and amazement to witness help of engineers and technicians from Glenn and local corporations. This is the leaps in technology that enabled great entertainment for the whole family at a great price—it’s free! For more them to view and hear the astronauts information or to volunteer to help, call Carol Galica, (216) 433-5112. in real-time.

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Dave Herb Job Assignment: I'm a construction manager in the Construction Management Branch, Facilities Testing & Engineering Division. Time at Glenn: 45 years and 2 months. Hometown: I'm originally from Sandusky, OH, but I now live in Elyria. Describe your family: We have 4 children (2 boys and 2 girls), 11 grandchildren (9 boys and 2 girls from ages 6 months to 23 years). Career alternative: Surveyor—Civil Engineer Favorite Food: Anyone who knows me can sort of tell that I like all foods especially shell fish, custard pie, and coconut cream pie. Favorite music: I like all music, depending on the time, place, and mood. Favorite web site: Turning off my PC at 4:30 p.m. each day and not turning it back on until the next morning. Favorite book or magazine: Games People Play by E. Burns. Favorite movie or play: Pearl Harbor and Titanic. Activities when away from Glenn: I've umpired Little League softball for 30 years as well as some high school basketball. I also still play softball on Lab (Aces). What do you see as an area of expertise to be proud of at Glenn: Some of the contracts I have managed over the past 40 years—including the recent rehab of the Main Cafeteria, replacing Underpass Road in 2001, numerous installations of research facilities/buildings—and last but not least, a member of the Speakers Bureau since 1970 with over 500 presentations during that time.

Nona Akos Job Assignment: I'm an employee development specialist in the Organization Development and Training Office in the Office of Human Resources. Time at Glenn: 21 years Hometown: My hometown is Mt. Pleasant, PA. I currently live in Parma. Describe your family: My husband is a retired math teacher. We have 3 sons, 2 daughter-in-laws, and 1 granddaughter who will be two in October. Favorite food: Spaghetti Favorite music: Country and Classical Favorite web site: ecampus.phoenix.edu Favorite book or magazine: Hawaii by James A. Michener Favorite movie or play: Kate & Leopold Person you most admire: Mother Teresa Activities when away from Glenn: I enjoy traveling, gardening, and swimming. What do you see as an area of expertise to be proud of at Glenn: The training that is offered to the employees of Glenn. The people at Glenn are the best!

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SEMAA/AELs bring technology within reach

CONTINUED FROM PAGE 8 “The young people who participate in supported the AEL as well as the Mobile this program will be the engineers, Aeronautics Educational Laboratory department is working with their Board researchers, and computer experts of (MAEL) since 1998. The AEL team of Realtors to establish one for the tomorrow,” said John Hairston, Glenn’s consists of James Ely, Brent Pace, Loretta underserved youth in their community. External Programs director. “The goal of Oley, Gerald Voltz, David Wyatt, and These are just two examples of how the this program is to inspire them to excel. Steve Ondrusko. The MAEL team is SEMAA/AEL program aids systemic The sky is the limit! “ N Frank Wichter and Craig Frohman. reform—it becomes a community Paragon TEC is a subcontractor for both resource to help its youth reach their Editor’s note: Affiliated Computer teams. full potential. Services, Inc. (ACS) teams have 11 March 2002 MLK awards affirm individuality and unity

BY S. JENISE VERIS Sadler applauded the diversity exhibited in a brief film presentation prepared T HIS event allows us to remember by Glenn’s Office of Equal someone who devoted his life to Opportunity Programs working on behalf of others—a chal- (OEOP). The film cel- lenge for everyone at the Center,” said ebrated the MLK event and Center Director Donald Campbell documented equal opportu- during opening remarks at the Dr. nity programs and awards Martin Luther King, Jr. Equality Recog- achieved on behalf of Glenn nition Ceremony held in the Visitor over the past year. Center on January 23. Last year the MLK award Photo by S. Jenise Veris Through his address: Martin: The Man, recognized the vital roles that his Message, and the Mission, featured selected members of the advisory MLK Keynote Speaker Rev. Sadler (seated) took speaker Rev. Paul Hobson Sadler, Sr. groups play in carrying out the time after the event to interact with employees. He is pictured here autographing his latest book, offered insight into the legacy of mission of Glenn’s OEOP. This Walk in the Light, for Kathleen Naugle, Computer Martin Luther King Jr. Sadler, who is year, the awards recognized 43 Services Division. Naugle is co-chair of the president and chairman of Creative supervisors, nominated by past and Native American Advisory Council. Arts Ministries and adjunct professor present advisory group members. of Religious Studies at Cleveland State University, stated that the challenge to Robert Romero, OEOP interim chief, any great organization is to risk unity noted that without the support of these without uniformity. He stressed the supervisors, Glenn would not be able importance of affirming an individual’s to achieve a standard of excellence in right to bring his or her unique gifts to equal opportunity. “It is my opinion the table to effect change and to share that Dr. King Jr. laid the foundation for power without feeling the need to be equal opportunity and civil rights,” he submerged into one culture. said. “Therefore, it is the highest honor and award that I can give to recognize individuals around Dr. King’s holiday.”

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