The scientific papers published in this document illustrate some of the ways in which the results of OAR research can be applied to the solution of technological problems. The papers are: 'Principles and Applications of the Plasma Display Panel' by D.L. Bitzer and H.G. Slottow; 'Detection and Identification of Microorganisms by Gas Chromatography' by J.R. Gould; 'The Optimal Solution of a Tactical Pursuit-Evasion Problem' by R.F. Vachino, D.H. deDoes, J.F. Schaefer, and G. Cook; 'Radar Investigation of Clear-Air Turbulence' by K.R. Hardy; 'Reentry Communication Studies and Recent Flight Test Results' by J.L. Poirier; 'An Investigation of Hypersonic Aerodynamics at High Altitudes' by S.M. Bogdonoff; 'Polygonal and Swept-Back Plates with Cut-Outs and Column Supports' by P.M. Quinlan; 'Observation and Forecasting of Solar Proton Events' by J.P. Castelli; 'Superconducting Metallurgy' by B.T. Matthias; 'High Energy Density Electrochemical Cells' by L.A. King, A.D. Brown, Jr., and F.H. Frayer; 'Lasers from II-VI Compounds' by D.C. Reynolds; 'Electron Beam Fluorescence Studies and their Application to Gas Dynamic Research' by E.P. Muntz; 'Estimating the Date of Onset of the Rainy Season in Southern South Vietnam' by I.A. Lund; and 'Improved Zirconia Refractories for Hypersonic Wind Tunnel Storage Heaters' by L.L. Fehrenbacher. (Author).