The History of Radio
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A 5 page research paper which gives a brief overview of radio development beginning with Marconi and going through present day. Topics covered include the 'Golden Age' of radio programming and the inventions which contributed to radio technology. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: Radohist.wps

Gasoline Prices in the United States
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This 7 page paper looks at the influences on gasoline prices in the United States. The consumer price index between 1962 and 2000 is used to illustrate the effect of supply and demand of oil on the retail price of fuel. Additional influential factors are also considered. The paper includes 1 bar chart and two graphs. The bibliography cites 4 sources.
Filename: TEusgaso.rtf

Taps For 'TAPS'? The Trans-Alaska Pipeline System & Transportation
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A 6 page report on the controversy-torn history of the oil pipeline traversing the Alaskan tundra, and the prospects for continuance of the consortium of oil companies, Alyeska, governing it. The report covers perspectives of economists, consumers, governmental agencies and the President, Alaskan officials, public, and native peoples, environmentalists, the oil industry, and oil company executives. The implications for the transportation sector of the economy are discussed. Bibiography lists more than a dozen sources.
Filename: Alask.wps

Airplane Pilot Ceritifcation Requirements -- 1958 to 1998
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This 14 page research paper looks at the requirements to become a certified pilot and how those requirements have changed over the past forty years since the introduction of the Federal Aviation Act in 1958. Bibliography lists ten sources.
Filename: Pilot.wps

Nuclear Energy / A Likely Evil for the Future
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A 3 page review of an article on nuclear energy; its past, and its future. Some of the reasons for our turn to nuclear energy are analyzed as is the fact that we are likely to continue using it more and more in the future. The writer feels that its costs and dangers are high..and so is public opposition. No Bibliography.
Filename: Nukeeng2.wps

Nuclear Power / Technology & Safety
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8 pages in length. A complete discussion of the technology involved in generating nuclear power, the risks imposed, and the safety measures/ precautions that are taken. Measuring safety and the detrimental impact of radiation resulting from nuclear energy use are primary points covered in this paper. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: Nukeeng3.wps

Nuclear Power / The Impact of Public Opinion & Policy
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An insightful 5 page look at the development of nuclear power's importance and the key legal issues surrounding its growth during the latter half of the 20th century. Regulatory policies and trends related to cost, environmental concern, etc; are examined as is the influence of public opinion on nuclear power-related policy and how such opinion has changed over the years. Bibliography lists 1 source.
Filename: Nukepowe.wps

Rich Land, Poor Land - Nigeria's Unfriendly Skies
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A 5 page paper that discusses the political and economical chaos that has surrounded the African country of Nigeria for the past century and left this oil-rich land in a situation of ruin. Highlighted is the serious lack of proper air traffic control over this country and the problem this presents to Nigeria's floundering economy. Bibliography lists 10 sources.
Filename: LCAfrica.doc

Review / Book Focuses Upon Native Indian Technology
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In this 5 page review of Jerry Mander's 'In The Absence Of the Sacred,' the writer looks closely at sections dealing with technology of Native Indians prior to the arrival of Europeans and contrasts (i.e., land cultivation, food storage, shelter, etc;) their nature-orientated society with the greedy, technology-based society of Americans today. No other sources cited.
Filename: Sacred3.wps

The Contribution of the Helicopter to Modern Warfare
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This 5 page paper considers the role which the helicopter plays in modern warfare. The roles of the Army and the Airforce are considered, and the Vietnam War and The Gulf War are used as examples. The bibliography cites 5 sources.
Filename: TEhelwar.wps

Helicopter Use in Vietnam
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A 5 page research paper that examines the role of the helicopter in the Vietnam War, focusing specifically on the role of the gunship, including the Huey. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: 99huey.wps

Technology & Music Education
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A 10 page research paper which looks at how computer technology is impacting the field of music education. The writer gives an overview of some of the technological marvels available and then discusses the controversy as to how much these new innovations should replace traditional pedagogies. Bibliography lists 9 sources.
Filename: Tmaus.wps

The Aviation Safety Rules and Regulations: The Impacts of Pan Am Flight 103
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This 6 page paper provides an overview of the safety rules and regulations in place prior to the Pan Am Flight 103 crash over Lockerbie, Scotland, and reflects the changes in the industry that were linked to the impact of this crash. This paper also considers the changing view on airline safety in general and increased security measures implemented by major carriers in compliance with national and international law. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: MHpanam.wps

INTELLIGENT AGENTS AND TELECOMMUNICATIONS MANAGEMENT
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This 7-page paper reports on intelligent agents and their role in telecommunications management. Topics discussed include intelligent agents and their impacdt on organizations, trends and definitions. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: MTinttel.rtf