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DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY

Coast Guard

[Docket No. USCG-2021-0173]

Collection of Information Under Review by Office of Management
and Budget; OMB Control Number 1625-0113

AGENCY: Coast Guard, DHS.

ACTION: Thirty-day notice requesting comments.

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SUMMARY: In compliance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 the
U.S. Coast Guard is forwarding an Information Collection Request (ICR),
abstracted below, to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB), Office
of Information and Regulatory Affairs (OIRA), requesting an extension
of its approval for the following collection of information: 1625-0113,
Crewmember Identification Documents; without change. Our ICR describes
the information we seek to collect from the public. Review and comments
by OIRA ensure we only impose paperwork burdens commensurate with our
performance of duties.

DATES: You may submit comments to the Coast Guard and OIRA on or before
June 23, 2021.

ADDRESSES: Comments to the Coast Guard should be submitted using the
Federal eRulemaking Portal at https://www.regulations.gov. Search for
docket number [USCG-2021-0173]. Written comments and recommendations to
OIRA for the proposed information collection should be sent within 30
days of publication of this notice to https://www.reginfo.gov/public/do/PRAMain.
    Find this particular information collection by selecting
``Currently under 30-day Review--Open for Public Comments'' or by using
the search function.
    A copy of the ICR is available through the docket on the internet
at https://www.regulations.gov. Additionally, copies are available
from: Commandant (CG-6P), Attn: Paperwork Reduction Act Manager, U.S.
Coast Guard, 2703 Martin Luther King Jr. Ave. SE, Stop 7710,
Washington, DC 20593-7710.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: A.L. Craig, Office of Privacy
Management, telephone<PHONE_NUMBER>, or fax<PHONE_NUMBER>, for questions
on these documents.

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:

Public Participation and Request for Comments

    This notice relies on the authority of the Paperwork Reduction Act
of 1995; 44 U.S.C. chapter 35, as amended. An ICR is an application to
OIRA seeking the approval, extension, or renewal of a Coast Guard
collection of information (Collection). The ICR contains information
describing the Collection's purpose, the Collection's likely burden on
the affected public, an explanation of the necessity of the Collection,
and other important information describing the Collection. There is one
ICR for each Collection. The Coast Guard invites comments on whether
this ICR should be granted based on the Collection being necessary for
the proper performance of Departmental functions. In particular, the
Coast Guard would appreciate comments addressing: (1) The practical
utility of the Collection; (2) the accuracy of the estimated burden of
the Collection; (3) ways to enhance the quality, utility, and clarity
of information subject to the Collection; and (4) ways to minimize the
burden of the Collection on respondents, including the use of automated
collection techniques or other forms of information technology. These
comments will help OIRA determine whether to approve the ICR referred
to in this Notice.
    We encourage you to respond to this request by submitting comments
and related materials. Comments to Coast Guard or OIRA must contain the
OMB Control Number of the ICR. They must also contain the docket number
of this request, [USCG-2021-0173], and must be received by June 23,
2021.

Submitting Comments

    We encourage you to submit comments through the Federal eRulemaking
Portal at https://www.regulations.gov. If your material cannot be
submitted using https://www.regulations.gov, contact the person in the
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT section of this document for alternate
instructions. Documents mentioned in this notice, and all public
comments, are in our online docket at https://www.regulations.gov and
can be viewed by following that website's instructions. Additionally,
if you go to the online docket and sign up for email alerts, you will
be notified when comments are posted.
    We accept anonymous comments. All comments to the Coast Guard will
be posted without change to https://www.regulations.gov and will
include any personal information you have provided. For more about
privacy and submissions to the Coast Guard in response to this
document, see DHS's eRulemaking System of Records notice (85 FR 14226,
March 11, 2020). For more about privacy and submissions to OIRA in
response to this document, see the https://www.reginfo.gov, comment-
submission web page. OIRA posts its decisions on ICRs online at https://www.reginfo.gov/public/do/PRAMain after the comment period for each
ICR. An OMB Notice of Action on each ICR will become available via a
hyperlink in the OMB Control Number: 1625-0113.

Previous Request for Comments

    This request provides a 30-day comment period required by OIRA. The
Coast Guard published the 60-day notice (86 FR 13570, March 9, 2021)
required by 44 U.S.C. 3506(c)(2). That notice elicited no comments.
Accordingly, no changes have been made to the Collection.

Information Collection Request

    Title: Crewmember Identification Documents.
    OMB Control Number: 1625-0113.
    Summary: This information collection covers the requirement that
crewmembers on vessels calling at U.S. ports must carry and present on
demand an identification that allows the identity of crewmembers to be
authoritatively validated.
    Need: Title 46 U.S.C. 70111 mandated that the Coast Guard establish
regulation about crewmember identification. The regulations are in 33
CFR part 160, subpart D.
    Forms: None.
    Respondents: Crewmembers, and operators of certain vessels.
    Frequency: On occasion.
    Hour Burden Estimate: The estimated burden remains 32,955 hours a
year.
    Authority: The Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995; 44 U.S.C. chapter
35, as amended.

    Dated: May 18, 2021.
Kathleen Claffie,
Chief, Office of Privacy Management, U.S. Coast Guard.
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DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY

Federal Energy Regulatory Commission

[Docket No. CP18-89-000]

Empire Pipeline, Inc.; Notice of Application

    Take notice that on February 16, 2018, Empire Pipeline, Inc.
(Empire), 6363 Main Street, Williamsville, New York 14221, filed an
application in Docket No. CP18-89-000 an application pursuant to
sections 7(b) and 7(c) of the Natural Gas Act (NGA) for its Empire
North Project. Specifically, Empire proposes to: (i) Construct a new
21,068 horsepower (hp) compressor station in Tioga County,
Pennsylvania; (ii) construct a new 32,000 hp compressor station in
Ontario County, New York; (iii) modify its New Victor Regulator Station
in Ontario County, New York; (iv) modify its Jackson Meter and
Regulator Station in Tioga County, Pennsylvania; (v) abandon by removal
certain related facilities; and (vi) uprate the maximum allowable
operating pressure of the Empire Connector Pipeline. Empire states that
the project will provide 205,000 dekatherms per day of firm
transportation service. Empire estimates the cost of the project to be
approximately $142,390,912, all as more fully set forth in the
application which is on file with the Commission and open to public
inspection. The filing is available for review at the Commission in the
Public Reference Room or may be viewed on the Commission's website at
http://www.ferc.gov using the eLibrary link. Enter the docket number
excluding the last three digits in the docket number field to access
the document. For assistance, contact FERC at
[email protected] or call toll-free,<PHONE_NUMBER> or TYY,
(202) 502-8659.
    Any questions concerning this application may be directed to
Margaret M. Duggan, Attorney, Empire Pipeline, Inc., 6363 Main Street,
Williamsville, New York 14221, or by telephone at<PHONE_NUMBER>.
    Pursuant to section 157.9 of the Commission's rules, 18 CFR 157.9,
within 90 days of this Notice the Commission staff will either:
Complete its environmental assessment (EA) and place it into the
Commission's public record (eLibrary) for this proceeding; or issue a
Notice of Schedule for Environmental Review. If a Notice of Schedule
for Environmental Review is issued, it will indicate, among other
milestones, the anticipated date for the Commission staff's issuance of
the EA for this proposal. The filing of the EA in the Commission's
public record for this proceeding or the issuance of a Notice of
Schedule for Environmental Review will serve to notify federal and
state agencies of the timing for the completion of all necessary
reviews, and the subsequent need to complete all federal authorizations
within 90 days of the date of issuance of the Commission staff's EA.
    There are two ways to become involved in the Commission's review of
this project. First, any person wishing to obtain legal status by
becoming a party to the proceedings for this project should, on or
before the comment date stated below file with the Federal Energy
Regulatory Commission, 888 First Street NE, Washington, DC 20426, a
motion to intervene in accordance with the requirements of the
Commission's Rules of Practice and Procedure (18 CFR 385.214 or
385.211) and the Regulations under the NGA (18 CFR 157.10). A person
obtaining party status will be placed on the service list maintained by
the Secretary of the Commission and will receive copies of all
documents filed by the applicant and by all other parties. A party must
submit seven copies of filings made in the proceeding with the
Commission and must mail a copy to the applicant and to every other
party. Only parties to the proceeding can ask for court review of
Commission orders in the proceeding.
    However, a person does not have to intervene in order to have
comments considered. The second way to participate is by filing with
the Secretary of the Commission, as soon as possible, an original and
two copies of comments in support of or in opposition to this project.
The Commission will consider these comments in determining the
appropriate action to be taken, but the filing of a comment alone will
not serve to make the filer a party to the proceeding. The Commission's
rules require that persons filing comments in opposition to the project
provide copies of their protests only to the party or parties directly
involved in the protest.
    Persons who wish to comment only on the environmental review of
this project should submit an original and two copies of their comments
to the Secretary of the Commission. Environmental commentors will be
placed on the Commission's environmental mailing list, will receive
copies of the environmental documents, and will be notified of meetings
associated with the Commission's environmental review process.
Environmental commentors will not be required to serve copies of filed
documents on all other parties. However, the non-party commentors will
not receive copies of all documents filed by other parties or issued by
the Commission (except for the mailing of environmental documents
issued by the Commission) and will not have the right to seek court
review of the Commission's final order.
    The Commission strongly encourages electronic filings of comments,
protests and interventions in lieu of paper using the eFiling link at
http://www.ferc.gov.

Persons unable to file electronically should submit an original and 7
copies of the protest or intervention to the Federal Energy regulatory
Commission, 888 First Street NE, Washington, DC 20426.
    Comment Date: 5:00 p.m. Eastern Time on March 16, 2018.

    Dated: March 5, 2018.
Kimberly D. Bose,
Secretary.
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DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY

Coast Guard

[Docket No. USCG-2020-0672]

Collection of Information Under Review by Office of Management
and Budget; OMB Control Number 1625-0082

AGENCY: Coast Guard, DHS.

ACTION: Thirty-day notice requesting comments.

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SUMMARY: In compliance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 the
U.S. Coast Guard is forwarding an Information Collection Request (ICR),
abstracted below, to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB), Office
of Information and Regulatory Affairs (OIRA), requesting an extension
of its approval for the following collection of information: 1625-0082,
Navigation Safety Information and Emergency Instructions for Certain
Towing Vessels; without change.
    Our ICR describes the information we seek to collect from the
public. Review and comments by OIRA ensure we only impose paperwork
burdens commensurate with our performance of duties.

DATES: You may submit comments to the Coast Guard and OIRA on or before
March 29, 2021.

ADDRESSES: Comments to the Coast Guard should be submitted using the
Federal eRulemaking Portal at https://www.regulations.gov. Search for
docket number [USCG-2020-0672. Written comments and recommendations to
OIRA for the proposed information collection should be sent within 30
days of publication of this notice to https://www.reginfo.gov/public/do/PRAMain. Find this particular information collection by selecting
``Currently under 30-day Review--Open for Public Comments'' or by using
the search function.
    A copy of the ICR is available through the docket on the internet
at https://www.regulations.gov. Additionally, copies are available
from: Commandant (CG-6P), ATTN: Paperwork Reduction Act Manager, U.S.
Coast Guard, 2703 Martin Luther King Jr. Ave. SE, Stop 7710,
Washington, DC 20593-7710.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: A.L. Craig, Office of Privacy
Management, telephone<PHONE_NUMBER>, or fax<PHONE_NUMBER>, for questions
on these documents.

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:

Public Participation and Request for Comments

    This notice relies on the authority of the Paperwork Reduction Act
of 1995; 44 U.S.C. chapter 35, as amended. An ICR is an application to
OIRA seeking the approval, extension, or renewal of a Coast Guard
collection of information (Collection). The ICR contains information
describing the Collection's purpose, the Collection's likely burden on
the affected public, an explanation of the necessity of the Collection,
and other important information describing the Collection. There is one
ICR for each Collection.
    The Coast Guard invites comments on whether this ICR should be
granted based on the Collection being necessary for the proper
performance of Departmental functions. In particular, the Coast Guard
would appreciate comments addressing: (1) The practical utility of the
Collection; (2) the accuracy of the estimated burden of the Collection;
(3) ways to enhance the quality, utility, and clarity of information
subject to the Collection; and (4) ways to minimize the burden of the
Collection on respondents, including the use of automated collection
techniques or other forms of information technology. These comments
will help OIRA determine whether to approve the ICR referred to in this
Notice.
    We encourage you to respond to this request by submitting comments
and related materials. Comments to Coast Guard or OIRA must contain the
OMB Control Number of the ICR. They must also contain the docket number
of this request, [USCG-2020-0672], and must be received by March 29,
2021.

Submitting Comments

    We encourage you to submit comments through the Federal eRulemaking
Portal at https://www.regulations.gov. If your material cannot be
submitted using https://www.regulations.gov, contact the person in the
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT section of this document for alternate
instructions. Documents mentioned in this notice, and all public
comments, are in our online docket at https://www.regulations.gov and
can be viewed by following that website's instructions. Additionally,
if you go to the online docket and sign up for email alerts, you will
be notified when comments are posted.
    We accept anonymous comments. All comments to the Coast Guard will
be posted without change to https://www.regulations.gov and will
include any personal information you have provided. For more about
privacy and submissions to the Coast Guard in response to this
document, see DHS's eRulemaking System of Records notice (85 FR 14226,
March 11, 2020). For more about privacy and submissions to OIRA in
response to this document, see the https://www.reginfo.gov, comment-
submission web page. OIRA posts its decisions on ICRs online at https://www.reginfo.gov/public/do/PRAMain after the comment period for each
ICR. An OMB Notice of Action on each ICR will become available via a
hyperlink in the OMB Control Number: 1625-0082.

Previous Request for Comments

    This request provides a 30-day comment period required by OIRA. The
Coast Guard published the 60-day notice (85 FR 81936, December 17,
2020) required by 44 U.S.C. 3506(c)(2). That notice elicited no
comments. Accordingly, no changes have been made to the Collection.

Information Collection Request

    Title: Navigation Safety Information and Emergency Instructions for
Certain Towing Vessels.
    OMB Control Number: 1625-0082.
    Summary: Navigation safety regulations in 33 CFR part 164 help
assure that the mariner piloting a towing vessel has adequate
equipment, charts, maps, and other publications. For certain inspected
towing vessels, under 46 CFR 199.80 a muster list and emergency
instructions provide effective plans and references for crew to follow
in an emergency situation.
    Need: The purpose of the regulations is to improve the safety of
towing vessels and the crews that operate them.
    Forms: None.
    Respondents: Owners, operators and masters of vessels.
    Frequency: On occasion.
    Hour Burden Estimate: Owners, operators and masters of vessels.

    Authority:  The Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995; 44 U.S.C.
chapter 35, as amended.

    Dated: February 19, 2021.
Kathleen Claffie,
Chief, Office of Privacy Management, U.S. Coast Guard.
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration

[Docket No. NHTSA-2018-0100; Notice 1]

Daimler Trucks North America, Receipt of Petition for Decision of
Inconsequential Noncompliance

AGENCY: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA),
Department of Transportation (DOT).

ACTION: Receipt of petition.

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SUMMARY: Daimler Trucks North America (DTNA) has determined that
certain model year (MY) 2010-2018 DTNA motor vehicles do not fully
comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 108,
Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment. DTNA filed a
noncompliance report dated September 19, 2018. DTNA subsequently
petitioned NHTSA on October 11, 2018, for a decision that the subject
noncompliance is inconsequential as it relates to motor vehicle safety.
This document announces receipt of DTNA's petition.

DATES: The closing date for comments on the petition is May 23, 2019.

ADDRESSES: Interested persons are invited to submit written data,
views, and arguments on this petition. Comments must refer to the
docket number cited in the title of this notice and may be submitted by
any of the following methods:
     Mail: Send comments by mail addressed to the U.S.
Department of Transportation, Docket Operations, M-30, West Building
Ground Floor, Room W12-140, 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE, Washington, DC
20590.
     Hand Delivery: Deliver comments by hand to the U.S.
Department of Transportation, Docket Operations, M-30, West Building
Ground Floor, Room W12-140, 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE, Washington, DC
20590. The Docket Section is open on weekdays from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
except for Federal Holidays.
     Electronically: Submit comments electronically by logging
onto the Federal Docket Management System (FDMS) website at https://www.regulations.gov/. Follow the online instructions for submitting
comments.
     Comments may also be faxed to<PHONE_NUMBER>.
    Comments must be written in the English language, and be no greater
than 15 pages in length, although there is no limit to the length of
necessary attachments to the comments. If comments are submitted in
hard copy form, please ensure that two copies are provided. If you wish
to receive confirmation that comments you have submitted by mail were
received, please enclose a stamped, self-addressed postcard with the
comments. Note that all comments received will be posted without change
to https://www.regulations.gov, including any personal information
provided.
    All comments and supporting materials received before the close of
business on the closing date indicated above will be filed in the
docket and considered. All comments and supporting materials received
after the closing date will also be filed and considered to the fullest
extent possible.
    When the petition is granted or denied, notice of the decision will
also be published in the Federal Register pursuant to the authority
indicated at the end of this notice.
    All comments, background documentation, and supporting materials
submitted to the docket may be viewed by anyone at the address and
times given above. The documents may also be viewed on the internet at
https://www.regulations.gov by following the

online instructions for accessing the dockets. The docket ID number for
this petition is shown in the heading of this notice.
    DOT's complete Privacy Act Statement is available for review in a
Federal Register notice published on April 11, 2000, (65 FR 19477-78).

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
    I. Overview: DTNA has determined that certain MY 2011-2019 DTNA
motor vehicles do not fully comply with paragraph S6.2 of FMVSS No.
108, Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment. (49 CFR
571.108). DTNA filed a noncompliance report dated September 19, 2018,
pursuant to 49 CFR part 573, Defect and Noncompliance Responsibility
and Reports. DTNA subsequently petitioned NHTSA on October 11, 2018,
for an exemption from the notification and remedy requirements of 49
U.S.C. Chapter 301 on the basis that this noncompliance is
inconsequential as it relates to motor vehicle safety pursuant to 49
U.S.C. 30118(d) and 30120(h) and 49 CFR part 556, Exemption for
Inconsequential Defect or Noncompliance.
    This notice of receipt of DTNA petition is published under 49
U.S.C. 30118 and 30120, and does not represent any agency decision or
other exercises of judgment concerning the merits of the petition.
    II. Vehicles Involved: Approximately 14,340 MY 2011-2019 Western
Star 4700 and 4900, Freightliner Business Class M2, 114SD, 108SD,
122SD, and Coronado motor vehicles, manufactured between May 4, 2010,
and August 23, 2018, are potentially involved.
    III. Noncompliance: DTNA stated that the noncompliance is that the
brake lights, in the subject vehicles, illuminate with Automatic
Traction Control (ATC) activation and, therefore, do not meet the
requirements specified in S6.2.1 of FMVSS No. 108.
    IV. Rule Requirements: Paragraph S6.2.1 of FMVSS No. 108, includes
the requirements relevant to this petition:
     No additional lamp, reflective device, or other motor
vehicles equipment is permitted to be installed that impairs the
effectiveness of lighting equipment required by this FMVSS No. 108.
    V. Summary of DTNA Petition: DTNA described the subject
noncompliance and stated its belief that the noncompliance is
inconsequential as it relates to motor vehicle safety.
    In support of its petition, DTNA submitted the following reasoning:
    1. FMVSS No.108 paragraph S6.2.1 states that ``No additional lamp,
reflective device, or other motor vehicle equipment is permitted to be
installed that impairs the effectiveness of lighting equipment required
by'' Standard No. 108. DTNA cited an interpretation response to GM
dated May 20, 2000, where NHTSA stated that brake lights should not be
illuminated for ATC and concluded that installation of traction control
systems, or any other equipment, that activates the stop lamps for
purposes other than to indicate that the vehicle is stopping or slowing
is prohibited by S5.1.3 and would create a noncompliance with Standard
No. 108.
    2. ATC events occur during low traction conditions such as snow,
ice and mud. The duration of the event can be very short and may not
even be noticed by the following driver. If brake light illumination
for an ATC event is noticed, it would help to provide early warning of
an adverse road condition ahead and encourage the following driver to
slow down.
    3. Below are several examples of ATC events:

a. Taking Off From a Stop

    ATC can be very helpful to a driver when taking off from a stop in
low traction conditions. From time to time a vehicle will park with one
drive axle wheel end right over a patch of ice, and without ATC, it can
be difficult to take off. This happens after the vehicle has been
stopped and is trying to move. It seems unlikely that the activation of
the brake lights during this ATC event would cause a safety concern to
following drivers since the vehicle is stationary.

b. Low Speed

    At low speed, hazard warning lights are commonly used to warn other
drivers of adverse road conditions such as those that are in effect
when an ATC event may occur. Since the hazard lights may already be
applied in this case, the addition of momentary brake light activation
is unlikely to cause confusion.
    NHTSA has stated in Docket No. NHTSA-2000-7312 (referenced below)
that the momentary activation of the Center High Mounted Stop Lamp
(CHMSL) and hazard warning lamps can augment the message that extra
attention should be given to the leading vehicle. This is precisely the
situation with low speed ATC events.

c. High Speed

    For an ATC event to occur at high speed, it would signify that road
conditions have changed rapidly. One way it could happen is if the
vehicle has been climbing a hill on dry roads in sub-freezing
conditions and crosses a patch of ice. This causes a wheel to lose
traction and the ATC applies brake force to that wheel end. The torque
is transferred to other wheel ends causing a momentary brake light
illumination. If it is a small ice patch, the event may be over and the
vehicle may continue on its way. If the ice patch is large, it is
imperative that the vehicle slows down to a safe speed under slick
conditions and warns others of the impending slowdown. As soon as slick
road conditions are noticed and wheels begin to slip, the driver would
let up on the throttle.
    Brakes are commonly applied causing the brake lights to illuminate
when a driver sees or senses a change in road conditions such and an
icy patch. Reducing vehicle speed in adverse conditions increases
safety, so signaling changing road conditions to following drivers
would improve safety and give them the opportunity to increase the
following distance. Department of Transportation guidance supports this
goal:
    [cir] NHTSA's Winter Driving Tips says: ``Drive slowly. It's harder
to control or stop your vehicle on a slick or snow-covered road.
Increase your following distance enough so that you'll have plenty of
time to stop for vehicles ahead of you.''
    [cir] FMCSA released CMV Driving Tips; Tip#1 is: Reduce Your
Driving Speed in Adverse Road and/or Weather Conditions. ``You should
reduce your speed by \1/3\ on wet roads and by \1/2\ or more on snow
packed roads (i.e., if you would normally be traveling at a speed of 60
mph on dry pavement, then on a wet road you should reduce your speed to
40 mph, and on a snow-packed road you should reduce your speed to 30
mph). When you come upon slick, icy roads you should drive slowly and
cautiously and pull off the road if you can no longer safely control
the vehicle.''
    In addition to the lack of safety impact from brake illumination
under the various ATC activation conditions taking off from stop; low
speed; or high speed DTNA is not aware of any accidents, injuries,
owner complaints or field reports for brake light illumination for ATC
events concerning the subject vehicles.
    4. DTNA notes that NHTSA has previously granted petitions for
decisions of inconsequential noncompliance for lighting requirements
where a technical noncompliance exists, but does not create a negative
impact on safety.
    5. In Docket No. NHTSA-2000-7312 (published on June 18, 2001) a
Petition

for inconsequentiality by GM was granted by NHTSA. In this instance,
certain models could have unintended CHMSL illumination briefly if the
hazard warning lamp switch is depressed to its limit of travel. NHTSA
stated: ``The intended use of a hazard warning lamp and the momentary
activation of a CHMSL do not provide a conflicting message. The
illumination of the CHMSL is intended to signify that the vehicles
brakes are being applied and that the vehicle might be decelerating.
Hazard warning lamps are intended as a more general message to nearby
drivers that extra attention should be given to the vehicle. A brief
illumination of the CHMSL while activating the hazard warning lamps
would not confuse the intended general message, nor would the brief
illumination in the absence of the other brake lamps cause confusion
that the brakes were unintentionally applied.''
    6. DTNA believes that the same situation exists in the present
case, with temporary illumination of the brake lamps during ATC
activation. The temporary brake light illumination serves to emphasize
the message to following drivers that adverse or unusual road
conditions may exist and they should pay close attention.
    7. In Docket No. NHTSA-2014-0125 (published on Feb 02, 2018) a
Petition for inconsequentiality by GM was granted by NHTSA. In this
instance, under certain conditions the parking lamps on the subject
vehicles fail to meet the requirement that parking lamps must be
activated when headlamps are activated in a steady burning state. NHTSA
stated: ``. . . The Agency agrees with GM that in this case this
situation would have a low probability of occurrence and, if it should
occur, it would neither be long lasting nor likely to occur during a
period when parking lamps are generally in use. Importantly, when the
noncompliance does occur, other lamps remain functional. The
combination of all of the factors, specific to this case, abate the
risk to safety.''
    DTNA concluded by expressing the belief that the subject
noncompliance is inconsequential as it relates to motor vehicle safety,
and that its petition to be exempted from providing notification of the
noncompliance, as required by 49 U.S.C. 30118, and a remedy for the
noncompliance, as required by 49 U.S.C. 30120, should be granted.
    DTNA's complete petition and all supporting documents are available
by logging onto the Federal Docket Management System (FDMS) website at:
https://www.regulations.gov and following the online search
instructions to locate the docket number listed in the title of this
notice.
    NHTSA notes that the statutory provisions (49 U.S.C. 30118(d) and
30120(h)) that permit manufacturers to file petitions for a
determination of inconsequentiality allow NHTSA to exempt manufacturers
only from the duties found in sections 30118 and 30120, respectively,
to notify owners, purchasers, and dealers of a defect or noncompliance
and to remedy the defect or noncompliance. Therefore, any decision on
this petition only applies to the subject vehicles that DTNA no longer
controlled at the time it determined that the noncompliance existed.
However, any decision on this petition does not relieve vehicle
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    Authority: 49 U.S.C. 30118, 30120: delegations of authority at
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DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY

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[Project No. 2985-006]

MeadWestvaco Corporation; Notice of Application Tendered for
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Licensing and Deadline for Submission of Final Amendments

May 12, 2009.
    Take notice that the following hydroelectric application has been
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    c. Date Filed: April 29, 2009.
    d. Applicant: MeadWestvaco Corporation.
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of ready for environmental analysis.

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Secretary.
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NEW CAR ASSESSMENT PROGRAM (NCAP)

DYNAMIC ROLLOVER RESISTANCE TEST

Nissan Motor Company

2006 Infiniti FX35 AWD

TEST NUMBER:  07-02

Final Report

October 2006

Prepared by:

Dynamic Research, Inc

355 Van Ness Ave. #200

Torrance, CA 90501

Prepared for:  Virginia Tech Transportation Institute

                       3500 Transportation Research Plaza

                       Blacksburg, VA 24061

The United States Government assumes no liability for the contents of this report or use thereof.  If trade or manufacturers' names or products are mentioned, it is only because they are considered essential to the object of the publication and should not be construed as an endorsement.  The United States Government does not endorse products or manufacturers.

	Dynamic Research, Inc. does not endorse or certify products of manufacturers. The manufacturer’s name appears solely to identify the test article.  Dynamic Research, Inc. assumes no liability for the report or use thereof.  It is responsible for the facts and the accuracy of the data presented herein.  This report does not constitute a standard, specification, or regulation.

Report Prepared by:

_______________________________________________Date:_____6 October 2006_____

Brian Kebschull, Principal Engineer

Report Approved by:

_______________________________________________Date:_____6 October 2006_____

John Lenkeit, Program Manager

	Technical Report Documentation Page

1.	Report No.

	DRI-TM-06-146	2.	Government Accession No.	3.	Recipient’s Catalog No.

4.	Title and Subtitle

	Final Report of a NCAP Dynamic Rollover

	Maneuver (Fishhook) Test of a 2006 Infiniti FX35 AWD	5.	Report Date

	  DATE  \@ "d MMMM yyyy"  \* MERGEFORMAT  31 October 2006

	6.	Performing Organization Code

	DRI

7.	Author(s)

	Brian Kebschull, Project Engineer	8.	Performing Organization Report No.

	n/a

9.	Performing Organization Name and Address

	Dynamic Research, Inc.

	355 Van Ness Ave. #200

	Torrance, CA 90501	10.	Work Unit No. (TRAIS)

	11.	Contract or Grant No.

	DTNH22-05-D-01019

12.	Sponsoring Agency Name and Address

	Virginia Tech Transportation Institute

	3500 Transportation Research Plaza

	Blacksburg, VA 24061	13.	Type of Report and Period Covered

	Final Report

	July 2006

		14.	Sponsoring Agency Code

15.	Supplemental Notes

16.   Abstract

An NCAP Dynamic Rollover Maneuver (Fishhook) Test was conducted on a 2006 Infiniti FX35 AWD at Dynamic Research, Inc. on 7/13/2006.  The vehicle did not experience two-wheel lift.  The vehicle’s steering angle at .3g lateral acceleration at 50 mph was 26.4 degrees.

17.	Key Words

	NCAP Rollover Resistance Ratings

	Fishhook Test

	18.	Distribution Statement

	Copies of this report are available from:

	National Highway Traffic Safety Admin.

	Office of Crash Avoidance Standards

	400 Seventh Street, S. W., Room 5307

	Washington, DC  20590

19.  Security Classif. (of this report)

     Unclassified	20.  Security Classif. (of this page)

     Unclassified	21.  Number of Pages

51	22.  Price

Form DOT F 1700.7 (8-72)	Reproduction of completed page authorized

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Page

I.	INTRODUCTION	 1

II.	VEHICLE PREPARATION	2

	A.	Test Vehicle	2

	B.	Tires	2

	C.	Vehicle Loading	2

	D.	Steering Controller	5

	E.	Instrumentation and Data Collection	5

	F.	Other Vehicle Preparation	5

III.	TEST PROCEDURES	9

	A.	Test Procedure Overview	9

	B.	Test Conditions	10

IV.	RESULTS	13

APPENDIX A	Photographs	A-1

APPENDIX B	Test Run Log	B-1

APPENDIX C	Slowly Increasing Steer Test Worksheet	C-1

APPENDIX D	Time History Plots	D-1

LIST OF FIGURES

Page

1.	Nominal Position of Video Cameras for Fishhook Tests	8

2.	DRI-Minter Vehicle Dynamics Area	12

LIST OF TABLES

Page

1.	Test Vehicle Data	3

2.	Tire Information	4

3.	Vehicle Loading	4

4.	Sensors	7

5.	Surface Friction	10

6.	Handwheel Angles	11

7.	Weather Conditions	11

Section I

INTRODUCTION

	Beginning with the 2006 fiscal year, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has engaged Dynamic Research, Inc. (DRI) of Torrance, CA to conduct dynamic rollover testing and gather data from that testing as part of NHTSA’s New Car Assessment Program (NCAP).

	The purpose of the testing reported herein was to determine if a typical 2006 Infiniti FX35 AWD would experience tip-up, defined as simultaneous two-wheel lift of two inches or more at an entry speed of 50 mph or less in the Fishhook Procedure developed by NHTSA.  This procedure may be found in the Federal Register (68 FR 59250) or at   HYPERLINK "http://dmses.dot.gov/docimages/pdf88/256700_web.pdf"  http://dmses.dot.gov/docimages/pdf88/256700_web.pdf .

	The testing reported herein was accomplished under contract DTNH22-05-D-01019, Task Order One (1).  The task order is entitled, “New Car Assessment Program (NCAP) Non-Destructive Vehicle Testing and Data Gathering.”

Section II

VEHICLE PREPARATION

A.	TEST VEHICLE

	The test vehicle was new or in as-new condition, meaning the vehicle had been driven no more than 500 miles prior to the start of dynamic rollover testing.  It was acquired through a commercial rental/leasing company.  Details of the test vehicle are given in Table 1.

B.	TIRES

	All tires used were new, and of the same make, model, size, and DOT specification of those installed on the vehicle when purchased new.  Tire inflation pressures were in accordance with the recommendations indicated on each vehicle's identification placard.  To reduce the possibility of tire debeading during Fishhook testing, an appropriately sized inner tube was installed in each tire.  To further reduce the possibility of tire debeading, the tires were mounted to the rims without the use of tire mounting lubricant.  Tire specifications are listed in Table 2.

C.	VEHICLE LOADING

	The multi-passenger load, described in the Fishhook Procedure, was used for all tests.  The load and positioning of the load in the vehicle are listed in Table 3.

	In addition to water dummies, the loading included instrumentation, a steering machine, and outriggers.  Test vehicle bumper assemblies were removed for outrigger installation.  The reduction in vehicle weight due to the removal of the bumpers was offset by the additional weight of the outriggers and their mounting system.  The outrigger system typically outweighs the bumper assemblies.

Table 1.  Test Vehicle Data

General Data

Model year, make, model	2006 Infiniti FX35 AWD

VIN	JNRAS08WX6X20xxxx

Body style	SUV

Number of doors	5

Trim level	-

Seating positions,                  Front:

2nd row:

3rd row:	2

3

0

Electronic stability control	Yes

4-Wheel ABS  (Yes/No)	Yes

Power steering  (Yes/No)	Yes

Optional equipment

	Touring package (sunroof)

Sport package

Technology package

Roof rack

Hands-free package

Odometer at start of testing	16 miles

Drivetrain

Engine cylinder arrangement	V6

Engine displacement	3.5 L

Transmission type	Automatic

Drive arrangement	AWD

Chassis

Track width	F: 62.7 in, R: 64.6 in

Wheelbase	112.2 in

Curb weight	4345 lb

Certification Data from Vehicle’s Label

Vehicle manufactured by	Nissan Motor Co.

Date of manufacture	04/06

GVWR	5481 lb	(2486 kg)

GAWR Front	2617 lb	(1187 kg)

GAWR Rear	2890 lb	(1311 kg)

Table 2.  Tire Information

Tire Manufacturer	Goodyear

Tire Model	Eagle RS-A

Tire Size	P265/50 R20

Load rating and speed symbol	106

Speed rating	V

Treadwear grade	260

Traction grade	A

Temperature grade	A

Location of “Recommended

Tire Pressure” label	Driver door jamb

Recommended cold tire pressure

Front:

Rear:

32 psi (220 kPa)

32 psi (220 kPa)

First 8 digits of DOT code	U27E49BR

Table 3.  Vehicle Loading

Water dummy and other loading	3 water dummies in second row.

Water dummy weight (lb)	525

Fuel level	Full

Weight as Tested

Left front (lb)	1354

Right front (lb)	1292

Left rear (lb)	1410

Right rear (lb)	1368

D.	STEERING CONTROLLER

	A programmable steering machine was installed which generates handwheel steering inputs for all test maneuvers.  The machine provides at least 35 lb-ft of torque at a handwheel rate of 720 deg/sec, is capable of actuating the vehicle's steering system through its full range, and accepts angular rate sensor feedback input for roll rate-induced steering reversals.

E.	INSTRUMENTATION AND DATA COLLECTION

	The test vehicle was instrumented with an angle encoder, located in the steering controller; a 3-axis inertial measurement unit to measure roll, pitch, and yaw rates, and longitudinal, lateral, and vertical acceleration; two ultrasonic distance measuring sensors to measure vehicle roll angle; and a radar speed sensor to measure vehicle speed.  The brake light circuit was monitored to verify that there was no brake pedal application during any test.

	A list of the sensors is given in Table 4.  A 3B signal conditioning and power rack was used to provide any necessary sensor power, excitation, gain, and offset.  Two pole Butterworth anti-alias filters were used for all analog data channels, using a corner frequency of 20 Hz.  Data were collected at 200 samples/sec, using a Measurement Computing Corp. PCI-DAS6402/16 A/D board.

	Two video cameras were used to record the Fishhook runs.  They were positioned nominally as shown in Figure 1.  The recorded videotapes were reviewed after the Fishhook runs to check for any two wheel lift.  If any two wheel lift was observed, eight infrared distance measuring sensors for measurement of wheel lift (two sensors at each wheel) were then mounted for use in subsequent confirmation Fishhook tests.

F.	OTHER VEHICLE PREPARATION

	In addition to installation and preparation discussed above, the test vehicle was prepared as follows:

Front and rear bumpers were removed

Outrigger mounts were installed in the bumper locations and titanium outriggers were fastened to these mounts

A five point safety harness was installed.

Airbags were removed or otherwise disabled

	Photographs of the vehicle tested are given in Appendix A.

Table 4.  Sensors

Data Measured	Type	Range	Manufacturer	Model Number

Handwheel angle

	Encoder	Infinite	Automotive Testing, Inc.	Angle encoder integral with steering controller

Brake pedal actuation	Tape Switch	On/Off	Vericom Computers	VC3000

Longitudinal, lateral, and vertical acceleration	Multi-axis inertial sensing system	(2g

	BEI Technologies, Inc., Systron Donner Inertial Division	MP-1

Roll, pitch, and yaw rate

(100 deg/s

Left and right side vehicle ride height (to measure roll angle) Ultrasonic distance measuring system	4 - 40 inches	Massa Products Corp. M-5000/220kHz

Vehicle speed	Radar speed sensor	0.1 - 125 mph	B+S Software und Messtechnik GmbH	DRS-6

Wheel lift (via resolution of two measured distances spaced a known distance apart), used for confirmation tests only	Analog displacement measuring system (Infrared; 880 mm)	13.8 - 33.5 in	Wenglor Sensors, Ltd. HT 66MGV80

Figure 1.  Nominal Position of Video Cameras for Fishhook TestsSection III

TEST PROCEDURES

	This section includes a general overview of the test procedures and details of the particular test.

A.	TEST PROCEDURE OVERVIEW

	This test was conducted in accordance with NHTSA’s NCAP Rollover Resistance Test Procedure (Fishhook) as described in the Federal Register (68 FR 59250).  Detailed descriptions of the test procedure, pass/fail criteria, and data acquisition specifications may be found at   HYPERLINK "http://dmses.dot.gov/docimages/pdf88/25670_web.pdf"  http://dmses.dot.gov/docimages/pdf88/25670_web.pdf .

	There are two major components of the test procedure, the Slowly Increasing Steer (SIS) pre-test and the Fishhook test.

	The Slowly Increasing Steer (SIS) maneuver was used to characterize the steady state lateral dynamics of each vehicle, and is based on the "Constant Speed, Variable Steer" test defined in SAE J266.  The maneuver is used to determine the handwheel angle that produces a lateral acceleration of 0.3 g at 50 mph.  This handwheel angle is then used to determine the magnitude of steering to be used for the NHTSA Fishhook maneuver.

	SIS tests were performed at a constant speed of 50 mph.  Handwheel angle was input at a rate of 13.5 deg/sec, from 0 to an angle that provided at least 0.55g.  Three tests were conducted in each direction, and the data for the six runs were averaged to obtain the handwheel angle that produced 0.3 g at 50 mph.

	The Fishhook test is a programmed steering maneuver that is implemented via the steering controller.  The vehicle was initially steered in one direction and then the steering was reversed. The timing, magnitude and rate of the steering were prescribed by the Fishhook Procedure.

	To begin the maneuver, the vehicle was driven in a straight line at a speed slightly greater than the desired entrance speed.  The driver then released the throttle.  When the vehicle was at the target speed, the steering controller automatically initiated the steering maneuver.  Following completion of the steering reversal the handwheel position was maintained for three seconds, and then returned to zero angle in 1 second.	The tests were conducted in both left-right and right-left directions.  The “Default” test series used a handwheel angle equal to 6.5 times the handwheel angle that produced 0.3 g at 50 mph in the SIS tests, and initial vehicle speeds beginning at 35 mph and concluding up to 50 mph (if no two-wheel lift occurs).  Supplemental tests were also done, as specified in the Fishhook Procedure.

B.	TEST CONDITIONS

1.	Test Surface

	The tests were conducted on the Vehicle Dynamics Area at DRI’s Minter Field facility, located near Bakersfield, California, on 7/13/2006.  The VDA has a smooth, flat (slope less than 0.5% throughout) asphaltic concrete surface.  Its dimensions are as shown in Figure 2.  It was built in the spring of 2005.

	VDA surface friction measurements were accomplished using the DRI Mobile Tire Tester.  Three runs were done, one at each of three previously determined locations. Each run provided for a minimum of 3 seconds of tire friction at constant normal load, slip angle, and speed in a free rolling condition. The test was accomplished using an ASTM E1136 tire with an inflation pressure of 35 (±0.5) psi at a test speed of 40 (±0.5) mph. The net slip angle of the test tire for each test run was 7.5 deg. The test tire was no older than 6 months from the date of manufacture. The surface friction measurement results are shown in Table 5.

Table 5.  Surface Friction

Date of surface friction measurements	7/13/2006

Average normalized lateral force	0.801

2.	Fishhook Handwheel Angles

	The 0.3g handwheel angle obtained from the SIS tests and the handwheel angles used in the Fishhook tests are shown in Table 6.

Table 6.  Handwheel Angles

0.3g handwheel angle (from SIS tests at 50 mph)	26.4

5.5 scalar handwheel angle for Fishhook Test	145

6.5 scalar handwheel angle for Fishhook Test	172

3.	Weather Conditions

	The weather conditions, recorded at the end of testing, are shown in Table 7.

Table 7.  Weather Conditions

Ambient temperature 	89 (ºF)

Relative Humidity	31%

Wind Speed	2.4 mph

Wind Direction	N-NW

Figure 2.  DRI-Minter Vehicle Dynamics Area

Section IV

RESULTS

	The test run log is given in Appendix B.  The Slowly Increasing Steer Test Worksheet is given in Appendix C.  Appendix D contains time history plots for the 50 mph runs and any runs which resulted in two-wheel lift.  For the 2006 Infiniti FX35 AWD, there was no two-wheel lift at any test condition.

APPENDIX A

Photographs

LIST OF FIGURES

Page

A1.	Window Sticker	A-3

A2.	Front View, as Delivered 	A-4

A3.	Rear View, as Delivered 	A-5

A4.	Front View, Test Condition	A-6

A5.	Rear View, Test Condition	A-7

A6.	Instrumentation in Vehicle	A-8

A7.	Ballast Condition	A-9

Figure A1. Window Sticker

Figure A2. Front View, as Delivered

Figure A3. Rear View, as Delivered

Figure A4. Front View, Test Condition

Figure A5. Rear View, Test Condition

Figure A6. Instrumentation in Vehicle

Figure A7. Ballast Condition

APPENDIX B

Test Run Log

Vehicle:  2006 Infiniti FX35 AWD		Driver:  Brian Kebschull		Date:  7/13/2006

Run Number	Test Type	Speed (mph)	Handwheel Angle (deg)	Dir. of First Steer	2 Wheel Lift	Notes

1	Distance

0	NA	NA	999.0

2	Tire Warm-Up 1	35	100	NA	NA

3	Tire Warm-Up 2	35	100	NA	NA

4	Tire Warm-Up 3	35	100	NA	NA

5	Tire Warm-Up 4	35	100	NA	NA

6	Static	0	0	NA	NA

7	Dynamic	50	0	NA	NA

8	SIS	50	50	Right	NA

9	System check	NA	NA	NA	NA

	10	SIS	50	50	Right	NA

	11	SIS	50	50	Right	NA

	12	SIS	50	50	Left	NA

	13	SIS	50	50	Left	NA

	14	SIS	50	50	Left	NA

	15	System check	NA	NA	NA	NA

Vehicle:  2006 Infiniti FX35 AWD		Driver: Brian Kebschull		Date:  7/13/2006

Run Number	Test Type	Speed (mph)	Handwheel Angle (deg)	Dir. of First Steer	2 Wheel Lift	Notes

16	Fishhook	35	172	Right	No	6.5x scalar

17	Fishhook	40	172	Right	No

18	Fishhook	45	172	Right	No

19	Fishhook	47.5	172	Right	No

20	Fishhook	50	172	Right	No

21	Fishhook	35	172	Left	No

22	Fishhook	40	172	Left	No

23	Fishhook	45	172	Left	No

24	Fishhook	47.5	172	Left	No

25	Fishhook	50	172	Left	No

26	Fishhook	45	145	Left	No	5.5x scalar

27	Fishhook	47.5	145	Left	No

28	Fishhook	50	145	Left	No

29	Fishhook	45	145	Right	No

30	Fishhook	47.5	145	Right	No

31	Fishhook	50	145	Right	No

APPENDIX C

Slowly Increasing Steer Test Worksheet

NCAP, 2006 Infiniti FX35 AWD, Multi-Passenger Load, Test date: 13 July 2006

	SIS_out_v2

	Run	Dir

of

Steer	Start Speed (mph)	End Speed (mph)	Speed Red. (mph)	Index of ay @ 0.3g	HW Angle (deg) at 0.3g	ay (g) @ 0.3g index	6.5x HW Angle (deg)	Ramp Time (sec) at 6.5x	5.5x HW Angle (deg)	Ramp Time (sec) at 5.5x	R2	Zero

Begin

Index	Zero

End

Index

8	0	49.1	3	93.9	1093	26.1	0.307	169.5	0.2354	143.4	0.1992	0.9863	521	721

10	0	48.8	8.3	83.1	1069	26.3	0.318	170.9	0.2373	144.6	0.2008	0.9915	488 688

11	0	49.7	8.1	83.8	1060	25.1	0.299	162.9	0.2262	137.8	0.1914	0.9966	502 702

12	1	49.6	2.2	95.6	1094	-25.6	-0.302	-166.5	-0.2313	-140.9	-0.1957 0.9854	496	696

13	1	48.6	4.2	91.4	1115	-28.3	-0.291	-183.6	-0.2551	-155.4	-0.2158 0.9852	514	714

14	1	49.6	4.2	91.6	1069	-27.2	-0.288	-176.5	-0.2451	-149.3	-0.2074 0.9785	483	683

	Mean: 	26	0.301	172	0.238	145	0.202

	Steering Controller Input Values

	Scalar 6.5 values:

	  Initial HW angle: 	172	 deg

  Initial time:

0.238	 s

  Reversal HW angle: 	-172	 deg

  Reversal time: 	0.477	 s

	Scalar 5.5 values:

	  Initial HW angle: 	145	 deg

  Initial time:

0.202	 s

  Reversal HW angle: 	-145	 deg

  Reversal time: 	0.403	 s

APPENDIX D

Time History Plots

LIST OF FIGURES

Page

D1.	Vehicle Speed, Handwheel Angle, Roll Angle, and Wheel Lift                                    Time History Plots for Default Series Test, L-R, 50 mph	D-3

D2.	Steering Machine Operation Time History Plots for Default                                         Series Test, L-R, 50 mph	D-4

D3.	Yaw Rate, Roll Rate, and Lateral Acceleration Time History Plots for                      Default Series Test, L-R, 50 mph	D-5

D4.	Pitch Rate and Vertical Acceleration Time History Plots for                                       Default Series Test, L-R, 50 mph	D-6

D5.	Vehicle Speed, Handwheel Angle, Roll Angle, and Wheel Lift                                      Time History Plots for Default Series Test, R-L, 50 mph	D-7

D6.	Steering Machine Operation Time History Plots for                                                  Default Series Test, R-L, 50 mph	D-8

D7.	Yaw Rate, Roll Rate, and Lateral Acceleration Time History Plots for                        Default Series Test, R-L, 50 mph	D-9

D8.	Pitch Rate and Vertical Acceleration Time History Plots for                                     Default Series Test, R-L, 50 mph	D-10

D9.	Vehicle Speed, Handwheel Angle, Roll Angle, and Wheel Lift                                      Time History Plots for Supplemental 2 Series Test, L-R, 50 mph	D-11

D10.	Steering Machine Operation Time History Plots for                                            Supplemental 2 Series Test, L-R, 50 mph	D-12

D11.	Yaw Rate, Roll Rate, and Lateral Acceleration Time History Plots for                Supplemental 2 Series Test, L-R, 50 mph	D-13

D12.	Pitch Rate and Vertical Acceleration Time History Plots for                           Supplemental 2 Series Test, L-R, 50 mph	D-14

D13.	Vehicle Speed, Handwheel Angle, Roll Angle, and Wheel Lift Time History Plots for Supplemental 2 Series Test, R-L, 50 mph	D-15

D14.	Steering Machine Operation Time History Plots for                                      Supplemental 2 Series Test, R-L, 50 mph	D-16

D15.	Yaw Rate, Roll Rate, and Lateral Acceleration Time History Plots for           Supplemental 2 Series Test, R-L, 50 mph	D-17

D16.	Pitch Rate and Vertical Acceleration Time History Plots for                            Supplemental 2 Series Test, R-L, 50 mph	D-18

Figure D1. Vehicle Speed, Handwheel Angle, and Roll Angle Plots for Default Test, L-R, 50 mph

Figure D2. Steering Machine Operation Time History Plots for Default Test, L-R, 50 mph

Figure D3. Yaw Rate, Roll Rate, and Lateral Acceleration Time History Plots for Default Test, L-R, 50 mph

Figure D4. Pitch Rate and Vertical Acceleration Time History Plots for Default Test, L-R, 50 mph

Figure D5. Vehicle Speed, Handwheel Angle, and Roll Angle Plots for Default Test, R-L, 50 mph

Figure D6. Steering Machine Operation Time History Plots for Default Test, R-L, 50 mph

Figure D7. Yaw Rate, Roll Rate, and Lateral Acceleration Time History Plots for Default Test, R-L, 50 mph

Figure D8. Pitch Rate and Vertical Acceleration Time History Plots for Default Test, R-L, 50 mph

Figure D9. Vehicle Speed, Handwheel Angle, and Roll Angle Plots for Default Test, R-L, 50 mph

Figure D10. Steering Machine Operation Time History Plots for Supplemental 2 Test, L-R, 50 mph

Figure D11. Yaw Rate, Roll Rate, and Lateral Acceleration Time History Plots for Supplemental 2 Test, L-R, 50 mph

Figure D12. Pitch Rate and Vertical Acceleration Time History Plots for Supplemental 2 Test, L-R, 50 mph

Figure D13. Vehicle Speed, Handwheel Angle, and Roll Angle Plots for Supplemental 2 Test, R-L, 50 mph

Figure D14. Steering Machine Operation Time History Plots for Supplemental 2 Test, R-L, 50 mph

Figure D15. Yaw Rate, Roll Rate, and Lateral Acceleration Time History Plots for Supplemental 2 Test, R-L, 50 mph

Figure D16. Pitch Rate and Vertical Acceleration Time History Plots for Supplemental 2 Test, R-L, 50 mph

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1300 ft

R 50 ft

R 50 ft

300 ft

500 ft

30 ft

300 ft

(91 m)

(152 m)

(91 m)

(396 m)

(9 m)

(15 m)

(15 m)

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