Airplane Manufacturing
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A 13 page research paper that examines the affects of computer assisted design and manufacturing methodologies on the aircraft and aerospace industry. The writer demonstrates how computers have revolutionized the process of designing and manufacturing new aircraft. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
Filename: Planeman.wps

Does Technology Yield More Harm or More Good in Our Lives?
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A 6 page paper discussing some of technology’s potentials for both good and ill, and some manifestations of each already witnessed. In either view, technology itself is neutral and is neither good nor bad. It is our use that determines the worth of it, and only we can determine whether that use will be beneficial or for harm. In what can be accomplished through its application, the ultimate conclusion is that its benefits far outweigh its potential for and history of abuse. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
Filename: Gtechb.wps

Electronic Media Analyzed
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A 3 page paper which defines electronic media, explains its importance and effect on society, and its repercussions. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: Elecmed2.wps

Glenn Curtiss & The Wright Brothers
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A 5 page paper discussing the ongoing feud between these three individuals. Embroiled in a legal battle that would put some of today’s most litigious souls to shame, accusations of patent infringements prevented much development within aviation before the outbreak of World War I. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
Filename: Wright.wps

Global Positioning System / The Role of GPS & Impact in the Air Cargo Industry
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This 5 page paper provides an overview of the initiation and application of Global Positioning Systems and then relates the use to the specific issues related to the air cargo industry. This paper also considers the increasing technological changes and implications for air cargo companies, like UPS. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
Filename: Globpos.wps

Lockheed Martin Tactical Aircraft Systems’ Advantages
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An 8 page paper discussing how this company consistently retains its competitive edge. The company instituted computer-aided production techniques long before it was commonplace, saving 20 percent of the former production costs of their aircraft. The world commercial aircraft market is expected to experience high growth rates into the next century, and LMTAS is working now to increase their commercial production from 20 to 40 percent of their total sales in anticipation of that growth combined with reduced defense spending. LMTAS operates in a realm far beyond what most businesses will ever achieve in size, but all businesses can learn from their approach to their method of operations. It appears to be company policy to stay ahead of competition rather than to chase it. Bibliography lists 14 sources.
Filename: Lockheed.wps

Maglev Trains
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A 15 page paper discussing the maglev train. The first section of the paper discusses a bit of the history of trains in order to provide better understanding of the trains of the present day as well as the future. Following that is a brief section discussing the particular mechanics of the generic maglev train. Individual trains, and there relationship to various countries is then examined. Japan, Germany, and the Untied States are the countries who are the most active in the research and development of maglev trains. this is followed by a section addressing problems and other additional information which is pertinent to maglev systems. Bibliography lists 12 sources.
Filename: Maglev.wps

Surveillance and Privacy
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This 6 page paper examines the The scientific and technological controversy of surveillance and privacy. Social control and related theories are included. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: Survpriv.wps

Technological Determinism
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This 11 page paper explores the theory of technological determinism and finds support in three articles. The focus is on economic ramifications. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: Techdet.wps

The 74th Street Subway Station
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This 5 page paper provides an analysis of one Queens subway station in terms of safety. The subject of crime in the NYC transit system is discussed in a general sense as well. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: SA18Sub.wps