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REPORT ON THE JUNE 3-5, 2008, MEETING OF ASTM SUBCOMMITTEE D02.J ON AVIATION FUELS IN WARSAW, POLANDThe agenda for the meeting of ASTM Subcommittee D02.J on Aviation Fuels held in June 2008 is geared to the pertinent discussions concerning aviation turbine fuels and aviation gasoline, since there is much interest for the approval of biomass-produced fuels that would help reduce key greenhouse gases such as carbon dioxide (CO 2 ). In addition to these topics, task force meetings were held to…, Section J01 on Jet Fuel Specifications, - The progress made in Section J01 includes but was not limited to: -A description of a generic Fischer-Tropsch derived product known as synthesized paraffinic kerosine (SPK) is being developed for use in blending jet fuel at levels up to 50% (by volume). This will be balloted for inclusion in the jet fuel specification (ASTM D1655 , Standard Specification for Aviation Turbine Fuels) when the…, Section J06 on Emerging Aviation Fuels, -, Section J06 is a new start-up group. Their actions at the meeting were: -Opened with a discussion of the current state of alternative turbine fuels. So far, synthesis gas derived hydrocarbons are the only alternative blend stream approved or nearly approved for use in jet fuel. Their approval resulted from the efforts of SASOL, which developed synthetic jet fuel blend stocks back in the 1990s and…, Section J04 on Additives and Electrical Properties, -, Topics discussed included:, -During the session it was agreed to ballot for membership approval the new Standard Practice Guideline for the Qualification and Approval of New Aviation Turbine Fuels and Fuel Additives, as a replacement for the current words in ASTM D4054 (same title). This guideline provides a framework for the qualification and approval of new fuels, including alternative fuels and new fuel additives for use…
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Three proposed biodiesel specifications have taken the next step toward final approval as ASTM International consensus standards. The specifications include: -Adding requirements for up to 5 percent biodiesel to existing ASTM D975 , Specification for Diesel Fuel Oils; -Revising the existing ASTM D6751 , Specification for Biodiesel Fuel Blend Stock (B100) for Middle Distillate Fuels, to include a…
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A workshop on the role of standards in the emerging field of nanotechnology will be held Oct. 8-9, 2008, at the National Institute of Standards and Technology near Washington, D.C. The workshop, "Enabling Standards for Nanomaterial Characterization," is being co-sponsored by the National Cancer Institute's Nanotechnology Characterization Laboratory, the National Institute of Standards and…
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The battle against cancer is being fought on many fronts. Among the most cutting-edge research efforts are attempts to engineer nanotechnology-based therapies. To aid in this endeavor, the Nanotechnology Characterization Laboratory, part of the National Cancer Institute’s Alliance for Nanotechnology in Cancer and the National Cancer Institute at Frederick, has developed methods for nanoparticle…, E2524, , Test Method for Analysis of Hemolytic Properties of Nanoparticles, -E2524 is a protocol for examining the destruction of red blood cells (hemolysis) that can lead to anemia, jaundice and other issues. All intravenously administered drugs must be examined to determine potential for hemolysis. • , E2525, , Test Method for Evaluation of the Effect of Nanoparticulate Materials on the Formation of Mouse Granulocyte-Macrophage Colonies, -E2525 describes a method for evaluating nanoparticle stimulation or inhibition of the maturation of certain bone marrow cells (macrophages). A common side effect of anti-cancer drugs is inhibition of this process, and bone marrow cells may be particularly sensitive to nano-scale material. • , E2526, , Test Method for Evaluation of Cytotoxicity of Nanoparticulate Materials on Porcine Kidney Cells and Human Hepatocarcinoma Cells, -Because studies have indicated that many nanoparticles are cleared from the body through the kidney or liver, these organs are good choices for target organ toxicity evaluation. E2526 presents a method for evaluation of nanomaterial toxicity by examining effects on kidney and cancerous liver cells. Martin Fritts is senior principal scientist at the Nanotechnology Characterization Laboratory and…
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Subcommittee D02.J on Aviation Fuels, part of ASTM International Committee D02 on Petroleum Products and Lubricants, will meet June 3-5, 2008, at the Hilton Warsaw Hotel and Convention Centre in Warsaw, Poland. Recognized and used worldwide, the standards produced by Subcommittee D02.J include specifications, test methods and practices to help ensure that aviation fuels are fit and remain clean…
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ASTM International Committee B08 on Metallic and Inorganic Coatings has recently approved a revision of one of its most important standards, B 633 , Specification for Electrodeposited Coatings of Zinc on Iron and Steel. B 633 is under the jurisdiction of Task Group B08.08.04 on Soft Metals, which is part of Subcommittee B08.08 on Metallic Coatings. Zinc coatings are used to provide a sacrificial…
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ASTM International Committee E56 on Nanotechnology has approved its first standard, E 2456 , Terminology for Nanotechnology. The new standard is under the jurisdiction of Subcommittee E56.01 on Terminology and Nomenclature. Because of the great need for a terminology document that is globally recognized and because of the cooperation of several organizations in making the document a reality,…
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STP 1468, Elemental Analysis of Fuels and Lubricants: Recent Advances and Future Prospects , is a new publication now available for purchase from ASTM International. Included in the volume are 23 peer-reviewed papers that provide the latest information on the elemental analysis of fuels and lubricants. Six sections cover the following topics: Overview--covers total quality management…
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A new CD-ROM, "ASTM Standards Related to Biodiesel Fuel Blend Stock (B 100) for Middle Distillate Fuels," is now available from ASTM International. The work includes the latest edition of D6751, Standard Specification for Biodiesel Fuel (B100) Blend Stock for Distillate Fuels as well as 35 other referenced ASTM standards. Among the standards are two practices for sampling petroleum and petroleum…
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If you are a user of ASTM B 456, Specification for Electrodeposited Coatings of Copper Plus Nickel Plus Chromium and Nick Plus Chromium, ASTM International Committee B08 on Metallic and Inorganic Coatings would like to hear from you. B 456 is under the jurisdiction of Subcommittee B08.08.03 on Decorative Coatings. "Subcommittee B08.08.03 has received reports that some users are experiencing…