Historical Development of the Nuclear Power Industry in the United States
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A 12 page paper which examines the origins of its development and concentrates on the critical period between 1970 and 1990. Specifically considered are current reactor research programs, current state of nuclear power plant design, radioactive waste, plant licensing extension, decommissioning, government oversight, and future prospects. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
Filename: TGnukepow.rtf

How Binoculars Work
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A 4 page paper. Binoculars are basically two telescopes mounted side by side, one for each eye. The three parts of all binoculars are identified and their functions are explained. For example, the set of prisms function to turn the image right side up and in its correct horizontal orientation. Reflection and refraction are explained. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: PGbnoc.rtf

How Birds and Airplanes Fly
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This 4 page paper compares and contrasts the flight of birds with the flight of airplanes. Some historical information about human flight is relayed. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: SA614fly.rtf

How Einstein Changed the Way in Which People View the Universe
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This 5 page paper examines Einstein's theory of relativity, and other contributions, to demonstrate that Einstein was indeed a scientist of great importance. Time travel is discussed as well as other things attached to his notions of space and time. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: SA516Ein.rtf

Human Diamagnetism Gravity Antenna Levitation
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A 3 page investigation of the physics behind party levitation whcih is sometimes accomplished in the game “Light as a Feather, Stiff as a Board”. In this game a volunteer is lifted off the ground from either a prone position or while seated in a chair using just the fingers of four assistants. Diamagnetism is explained in this context. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: PPlevita.rtf

Hydrothermal Vents in the Ocean Floor
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A 9 page overview of this recently discovered geologic phenomena. This paper provides a description of hydrothermal vents as well as a detailed overview of their geology and the biology which they drive. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
Filename: PPocnVnt.rtf

Impact Of The Steam Engine Analyzed
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This 5 page research paper examines the importance of the steam engine to modern society. Specifically discussed is the steam engine's cultural and social impact and how this invention led to many other technological advances. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: Steamen2.wps

Industrial Fluid Power
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5 pages. Industrial fluid power and hydraulic pressure intensification are discussed in detail in this informative paper. Information includes such things as useful applications of fluid power, types of intensifiers and intensifier construction. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: JGAfluid.rtf

Infrared Telescopy
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A 5 page discussion of the design and application of the infrared telescope. Discusses the recent acquisition of our ability to monitor infrared light and the information which can be obtained in so doing. Emphasizes that the infrared telescope, although only introduced in the last four decades, has evolved to be one of the most valuable tools in the astronomer's arsenal. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
Filename: PPtelesc.wps

Into the Digital Age; Moving Away from Analogue Technology
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This 5 page paper looks at the arguments for and against digital and analogue signals. Focusing on their use in television and mobile telecommunications, the advantages and disadvantages of the current trend are discussed. The bibliography sites 2 sources.
Filename: TEanadig.wps