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The History of the Electric Guitar, 2004.
An introduction to the electric guitar and a look at its history.
1,656 words (approx. 6.6 pages), 5 sources, APA, £ 37.95
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This paper introduces, discusses, and analyzes the topic of the electric guitar. Specifically, it discusses the history of the invention of the electric guitar and its primary inventor/developer, Les Paul. The paper also looks at what his contributions as a designer and as a musician were and how the technical developments in electric guitars and amplification have affected the evolution of rock music.
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"Guitars have existed in history for thousands of years. Related to lutes, (which had only two strings), most guitars had six strings, and were designed to be strummed or plucked. It was not until the 20th century that the acoustic, hollow-bodied guitar metamorphosized into the solid-body, electric model so known and loved today. Many people often credit Les Paul with designing the first viable electric guitar, but actually, many men contributed to the electric guitar's history and ultimate success."
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The Electric Guitar, 2005.
An examination of the evolution of the electric guitar from its invention in the 1920s.
1,954 words (approx. 7.8 pages), 9 sources, MLA, £ 44.95
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The paper presents a short description of the electric guitar and its components in order to explain how the instrument works. It also discusses the most well-known and important producers and manufacturers who contributed to the guitar's evolution. It contends that the electric guitar is still undergoing many changes to suit today's musical needs, explaining that different musicians prefer different sounds for diverse purposes. The paper also introduces and discusses the guitar playing of various influential musicians.
Outline
Introduction
Guitar Components
The Need for an Electrified Guitar
Early Methods of Amplification
Pioneers of Electrification
Lyod Loar
Rickenbacker's "Frying Pan"
Les Paul and "The Log"
Early Guitar Manufacturers
Gibson
Fender
Bigsby
Most Popular Models/Musicians
Gibson Les Paul
Fender Telecaster
Fender Stratocaster
Later Producers
Danelectro
Jackson
Conclusion
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"The need for an electrified guitar arose in early 1920's when musicians and bands became more and more popular and their audiences grew larger. The artists realized they needed louder and more powerful instruments in order to compensate for their increasing audiences and growing venues. Bands started using microphones set up near the sound hole of their acoustic guitars to amplify the sound. This was effective only in small concert halls where there was not a large space for the sound to fill. It also caused a problem when the guitarist wanted to move around on stage. If the player moved to far they would loose the amplified sound, needing the guitar to be very close in front of the microphone to produce efficient volume. The desire for an improved method of amplification was evident."
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The Electric Chair, 2004.
An analysis of the social implications and humaneness of the electric chair.
2,241 words (approx. 9.0 pages), 10 sources, MLA, £ 49.95
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This paper asserts that, although more humane than the often inefficient hangings that caused death by strangulation, the electric chair is far from painless and instantaneous. In addition, the paper discusses several social implications of the implementation of the electric chair. To support these hypotheses, the means of execution prior to the electric chair are examined, as is the history of the electric chair itself.
Outline
Introduction
Means of Execution Prior to the Electric Chair
History of Electric Chair
Is the Electric Chair a More Humane Method of Execution?
Social Implications of the Electric Chair
Conclusion
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"Prior to 1890, most state laws allowed for capital punishment, typically by hanging. "Execution by hanging was a grim, hands-on business. (...) It took a strong stomach indeed to wrap a noose around the condemned man, then let him drop through a gallows trapdoor to choke and gasp and swing until he died" (Blackwell). Due to the inexperience and ignorance of many hangmen, hangings often produced horrifyingly slow, strangulations death, and grisly decapitations ("The History") as opposed to the quick, breaking of the neck that the process was supposed to incur."
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Electric Cars, 2008.
A review of the history of the electric car and why it is so important.
3,173 words (approx. 12.7 pages), 10 sources, MLA, £ 64.95
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This paper discusses the history of the electric car and why the electric car should become our first choice of vehicle to use. It describes the importance of the electric car in terms of global warming, rising gasoline prices and America's dependency on foreign oil. The paper then describes how the hybrid car works and why it is a good compromise between the combustion engine and the electric car. The paper presents the writer's personal reflections on the issues raised.
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"Global warming is all around us. Our glaciers are melting; there are more severe temperatures around the globe, not to mention natural disasters on a scale never seen before. There are several alternative sources of energy, from something as simple as harvesting the sun's energy, to something as complex as building a huge "exhaust system" out of our factories. The most damaging to our atmosphere is the combustion engine vehicle. Because we have the technology to make better cars, I made this the topic of my research paper. We, as a population, should do everything in our power to make sure that these dinosaurs of cars be put into extinction. They are literally killing our planet, and it is something that can be, and should be avoided. In the following paper, I will give facts to the testament of the electric car, and why it should be our new form of transportation."
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Lincoln Electric, 2005.
This paper looks at Lincoln Electric and its foray into Asia, focusing on strategy and implementation.
1,800 words (approx. 7.2 pages), 10 sources, £ 50.95
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The paper examines the case study of Lincoln Electric expanding into Indonesia and other Asian countries in the 1990s. Principally, the paper examines how Lincoln electric's compensation plan can be adopted in that country and why it failed in other international venues. Among other things, the paper explores the history of Lincoln Electric's compensation package and its response to economic challenges.
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"Upon becoming Lincoln's Electrics new CEO, Michael Gillespie was quickly absorbed in the task of establishing the company in several Asian countries. This paper will examine Lincoln Electric's efforts in the middle 1990s to expand Lincoln Electric's operations internationally in the face of some daunting obstacles. Among other items, this paper will examine Lincoln's history and incentive system, its troubles in the early 1990s, and its various remedies to those problems. Not least of all, this paper will examine what steps Lincoln's Electrics should take to ensure that success in Indonesia becomes a reality - and not an impossible dream. That being said, it is to a discussion of Lincoln's Electrics that that this paper now turns."
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The Electric and Magnetic Sense of Animals, 2002.
This paper explores the different magnetic and electric properties that some animals posses.
1,810 words (approx. 7.2 pages), 11 sources, £ 41.95
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This paper explores animals' abilities to sense electricity and magnetism and their ability to use these qualities as part of their sensory machinery. The author examines the type of electrical energy that certain animals release and provides examples.
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"Imagine what it would be like if you were able to sense electric and magnetic fields. You would be able predict when a bad lightning storm was coming and orient yourself in the right direction if you were lost in the woods. Although such abilities only exist in fantasy for humans, many animals? posses these abilities in real life. In this paper we will explore the fascinating ability of certain animals to use electricity and magnetism as part of their sensory machinery."
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Electric Vehicles, 2004.
An overview of the history of electric vehicles and their development.
2,485 words (approx. 9.9 pages), 12 sources, MLA, £ 53.95
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This paper explains how the first electric vehicle was developed in the late 1800's and discusses how its technology evolved over the years. It discusses its features, as opposed to gasoline-based vehicles, and looks at the environmental benefits of the electric car.
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"Given the small number of electric cars that are located on American roads today, it is surprising to note that some of the first automobiles used non-rechargeable electric cells. Although these alternative versions offered many advantages over their competitors that ran on gasoline and steam, for a number of reasons manufacturers began producing internal combustion engine automobiles in such large numbers that electrical vehicles became a thing of the past. In fact, electrical cars have only begun to make a comeback in recent years. Whether or not they once again gain a major acceptance level is yet to be seen."
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Andy Warhol's "Electric Chair", 2007.
An analysis of Andy Warhol's artwork, "Electric Chair".
720 words (approx. 2.9 pages), 0 sources, £ 17.95
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This paper describes and examines Andy Warhol's "Electric Chair", a stark and interesting image of an electric chair. The paper speculates why Warhol uses such an image, what the meaning behind it is, and what emotions it relates to. The paper suggests that the artwork is possibly a sign of protest against the death penalty, and that it reflects the human fear of lonliness, the unknown, darkness and death. The paper ends on the note that the artwork evokes the disturbing issue that no one truly knows what happens after death.
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"The image brings about several emotions. The emptiness and lack of human presence makes one feel completely isolated and alone. The dark colors and shadows bring a sense of fear. It makes you feel that death is near. Death is coming and it is unavoidable. Depending on how one interprets the art piece one might feel anger or a sense of justice. If one were to disagree with the death penalty then this image would bring a sense of anger. The electric chair would be seen as a tool for inhumane treatment and bring anger towards the government that allows its use."
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Calpine vs. Pacific Gas & Electric, 2006.
A review and comparison of the Calpine independent power company and Pacific Gas and Electric.
2,185 words (approx. 8.7 pages), 4 sources, MLA, £ 48.95
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This paper discusses the Calpine Company, an independent power producer that was established in 2002, comparing it to the Pacific Gas and Electric company. The paper reviews these two companies from an organizational business perspective.
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Calpine
Pacific Gas and Electric
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"In order to develop its business and manage the risk, the company has extended its activities, providing also commodity investment optimization, gas aggregation and arbitrage, logistics and settlement, risk management and energy management consulting. This creases the basis for more profit but also increases the costs related to the staff know how, to provide the appropriate infrastructure and all the cost incurred to the development of new projects (marketing plans, management administration, new logistics, etc). This may be a partially explanation of the overall increase in revenues of 4% (9.2 billion dollars) for the fiscal year 2005. To sustain that fragile figure of the revenue for the year 2005, it can be added that the energy market is a stable and a constant one, with a little increase of the market share during the time (the rate of the consumption is almost constant and it is not very easy to be influenced). "
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Lincoln Electric, 2005.
An analysis of Cleveland based company, Lincoln Electric.
900 words (approx. 3.6 pages), 4 sources, £ 24.95
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This paper analyzes Lincoln Electric, a well-established company engaged in the design, development and manufacture of arc welding products, robotic welding systems, and plasma and oxyfuel cutting equipment. Lincoln Electric was founded in 1895 and is currently headquartered in Cleveland, Ohio. This paper discusses the corporate philosophy of the company, its labor relations, and other issues contributing to its success.
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"Lincoln Electric (LE) is a well-established company engaged in the design, development and manufacture of arc welding products, robotic welding systems, and plasma and oxyfuel cutting equipment. The company was founded in 1895 and is headquartered in Cleveland, Ohio. The company today is the world leader in its field. The company is currently engaged in manufacturing operations, joint ventures, and alliances in 18 countries. It has a worldwide network of distributors and sales offices in more than 160 countries, with a global workforce of approximately 7,000 ("About Lincoln" para. 1). The company has as its vision the following: We will be the leader in supplying the finest quality welding and cutting products."
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General Electric, 2007.
An analysis of the success of General Electric's corporate culture and operating paradigm.
2,106 words (approx. 8.4 pages), 7 sources, APA, £ 46.95
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This paper examines the corporate culture and the operating paradigm at General Electric (GE) that has allowed it to become the industry leading best practices benchmark across a number of industries. In particular, this paper examines Six Sigma as an integral part of GE's legendary success and a vital component of its executive training and development program.
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Abstract
Overview
General Electric (GE)
Corporate Culture of Quality
Managerial Processes at GE
Top Executive Production
A Culture of Training and Development
GE's Training and Development Model
Conclusion
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"These programs have proven very efficient at elevating GE's overall service quality metrics and this improvement is reflected in its ROI which is apparent through sales results by industry, division, and department where consolidated revenue rose from just over $134b in 2004 to more than $150b in 2005 (GE, 2005). For GE, it achieves remarkable growth results even from established businesses no longer thought of as growth industries because of its constant re-emphasis on service quality as a way to improve margins. This market success across all its core industries is directly attributable to its operating model based on Six Sigma as well as its corporate culture which emphasizes quality, performance, accountability, and, above all, metrics in every managerial role and position."
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Electric Cars, 2004.
An overview of the history of the electric car as a predecessor to gasoline automobiles
943 words (approx. 3.8 pages), 5 sources, MLA, £ 23.95
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This paper examines how it is often forgotten that electric "horseless carriages" took to the roads several decades before Henry Ford began his assembly-line process and how, for a number of reasons, these automobiles lost out to the gasoline-driven competition. It attempts to show how, in the last decade of the 1800s and into the early 1900s, electric vehicles were all the rage.
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"When the U.S. Postal Service began using them for delivery, companies such as General Electric started profiting from their manufacture. General Electric began to produce cars in 1898, and achieved a land speed record for an electrical vehicle that went 39.25 miles per hour. This was a speed that gas-powered cars just could not meet (ibid 19). At this point, there was enough demand for electric cars that a couple of large manufacturing firms could be successful. Many of the individuals now recognized as leaders in the automobile industry were strong supporters of the electric car."
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ZAP and the Electric Vehicle Industry (EV), 2004.
This paper is a case study of the ZAP Power Systems of Sebastopol, California, a participant in the Electric Vehicle industry (EV). The name of the company is an acronym for Zero Air Pollution, an indication of the company?s product profile.
4,415 words (approx. 17.7 pages), 5 sources, MLA, £ 81.95
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This paper explains that the ZAP company began by commercializing electrically powered bikes, acquired several diverse products and patents in this area, and expanded distribution globally and through the Internet, changing its name to Zapworld.com. The author points out that there is a high degree of rivalry in the EV market, including the electric bicycle market, the scooter market, the golf caddies market, and other similar products. Each market is quite segmented and has many small manufacturers, but no serious large players; thus, the industry is in the early EV producing stages. The paper recommends that the company adopt a high volume/low price strategy, yet maintain quality, thus increasing the ZAP?s competitive abilities.
Table of Contents
Executive Report
Introduction
Situation Analysis
SWOT Analysis
Industry Analysis
Competition Analysis ? Porter?s Five Forces Model
The Degree of Rivalry
The Threat of Entry
The Threat of Substitutes
Buyer Power
Supplier Power
Macro-Environmental Analysis
Political Environment
Socio-Cultural Environment
Legal Environment
Economic Environment
Technological Environment
Demographic Environment
Company Analysis
Liquidity
Profitability
Debt
Statement of Alternative Options
Recommendations
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"In addition to these products, ZAP had a 14 patent portfolio, which meant that the company was well protected against the increasing competition in the market. This was, however, both a strength and a weakness. As Starr has recognized himself and as events that followed showed, patents represented a way to protect your interest, but it also meant that you had additional legal costs, implied by legal actions taken against patent infringers. As such, on one hand you had a strength, because you had a diversified portfolio of patents and a protected intellectual property, and, on the other, you had additional legal costs."
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Gas Electric Hybrid Car, 2002.
An examination whether the proposal of a gas electric hybrid car has market potential.
795 words (approx. 3.2 pages), 2 sources, MLA, £ 20.95
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A major consideration for companies is market demand and market potential, where market demand is the total opportunity within an industry and market potential is the maximum amount of sales that can be reasonably expected within a market. The paper explains why both these figures are important to access the profit potential of a market and to decide whether entering a certain market is likely to be a success for the company. To illustrate the difference between the two figures and to show how they are calculated, market demand and market potential are calculated for the gas electric hybrid car in the United States.
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"Total market potential is the maximum amount of sales that might be available to all the firms in an industry with the current environmental and marketing conditions (Kotler 2002, p. 131). Total market potential is equal to the number of buyers multiplied by the quantity purchased by an average buyer multiplied by the price of an average unit (Kotler 2002, p. 132). According to the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (2002), there were 6,325,000 new passenger car sales in the United States in 2001. The total new passenger car sales were slightly higher in the previous four years, with a highest of 6,979,000 in 1999 and a lowest of 6,831,000 in 2000 (Bureau of Transportation Statistics 2002). Based on these figures, a figure of 6,500,000 is a reasonable estimate for yearly sales of new passenger cars. This figure includes all car types, both conventional combustion engines and gas electric hybrid cars. To determine the total market potential for gas electric hybrid cars, total car sales needs to be divided into combustion and hybrid engines."
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