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The Invention of Airplanes, 2002.
Looks at the history and evolution of air transportation.
941 words (approx. 3.8 pages), 6 sources, MLA, £ 23.95
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This paper looks at the early history of the airplane, what innovations have been made since its conception, mistakes made as airplanes evolved, and what possible changes will be made in the airline industry in the future. This information is evaluated with regard to the impact airplanes have had on transportation and the transportation industry.
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"At the end of the 1800?s, several people were trying invent the airplane. In 1891, German engineer Otto Lilienthal started to experiment with hang gliders. He based his experiments on the conceptions of Sir George Cayley, who had extensively studied birds and their flight almost a hundred years earlier (invention.psychology.msstate.edu/). Cayley discovered ?the lift function and the thrust function of bird wings were separate and distinct, and could be imitated by different systems on a fixed-wing craft (invention.psychology.msstate.edu/).? Lilienthal dealt with a fixed-wing glider at first, instead of a complete airplane. He made airline invention a respectable concept since he was a noted engineer. Prior to his involvement, inventors of airplanes were looked upon as crackpots and wild-eyed dreamers."
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The Invention of the Airplane and its Early Impact on Society, 2001.
This paper addresses the history of the invention of the airplane.
1,010 words (approx. 4.0 pages), 6 sources, £ 24.95
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"The Wright Brothers chose to focus on the invention of the airplane despite the belief that heavier-than-air crafts would never be able to fly."
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?Betel Nut is Bad Magic For Airplanes?, 2002.
An analysis of the short story ?Betel Nut is Bad Magic For Airplanes? by author John Kasaipwalova, about civil liberty in Papua New Guinea.
1,161 words (approx. 4.6 pages), 0 sources, £ 28.95
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The paper discusses how, in the short story, ?Betel Nut is Bad Magic For Airplanes,? author John Kasaipwalova portrays the importance of civil rights and shows, through his characters and narrator, what an important part they play in civil society. The paper discusses the injustice the native people feel at this point in history and how it is apparent in every part of this short story. It shows how, using situations and speaking with the voice of the native people of Papua New Guinea, Kasaipwalova weaves an entertaining and message driven story about the quest for social justice.
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"This exchange shows the clear rage and anger the people felt at being subjugated by white people, being colonized and told to follow unjust laws that were no their own. The narrator says he wants, at that time, nothing more than to be a true kanaka. He wants to fight the colonizers down and retake what he believes is rightfully his, and he is willing to do whatever it takes, even go to prison, to try and prove that he is right, and return civil In liberties to the natives of the island."
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The Invention of the Personal Computer, 2006.
A paper looking at how the invention of the personal computer influences our lives today.
1,355 words (approx. 5.4 pages), 4 sources, MLA, £ 32.95
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This paper makes the assertion that IBM's invention of the PC served as a powerful catalyst that has ultimately forced us to reexamine age-old perceptions and to look at life in an entirely different way. It looks at how the PC allows us to do things that are totally taken for granted these days - email, internet banking, shopping online etc.
Introduction
The Marriage of the Internet with PCs
E-Commerce and Shopping Online
E-Mail vs. Snail Mail, Etc.
Pounding the Virtual Pavement
Banking in Cyberspace
Works Cited
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"One of the most dramatic and incredible developments to take place with regard to IBM's introduction of its PC and the evolution of the Internet, is the advent of e-mail (electronic mail). Before e-mail, when you wanted to communicate with someone, there were basically four ways - by telephone, by cellular phone, by fax machine and by U.S. Postal Service, etc."
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Fredric L. Cheyette's "The Invention of the State", 2007.
Discuses Fredric L. Cheyette's article, "The Invention of the State", about the Investiture Controversy of the medieval society of the eleventh and twelfth centuries.
790 words (approx. 3.2 pages), 5 sources, MLA, £ 20.95
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This paper reports that Fredric L. Cheyette's article "The Invention of the State" argues against the idea of a renaissance following the Investiture Controversy. The paper explains that, instead, Cheyette claims that the newly evolved "other" is no renewal in thought but an abstract theory of orthodoxy from a small, literate elite, which reigned over the traditional, common practices of the people.
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"The result of Gregory's reforms, besides the Investiture Controversy, and this new idea of legally defined power and position, was the Church becoming a more state like figure in the lives of its followers. The Church had been harping on about priestly celibacy for years plus the Nicene Creed had been official Church Doctrine since the fourth century. However, in the Canons of the Fourth Lateran Council, both things are yet again mentioned as being official policy."
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The Invention of the Steam Engine, 2004.
Looks at the impact the invention of the steam engine had on society.
1,069 words (approx. 4.3 pages), 1 source, MLA, £ 26.95
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This paper explores the ways in which the invention of the steam engine revolutionized family life, social welfare, the acquisition of basic goods, transportation, and where people lived. Both the initial negative impact of the steam engine and the eventual positive impact of its advent are discussed.
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"Before the invention of the steam engine and the advent of the industrial revolution, families were self-sustaining. They produced the food they ate, the clothes they wore, and the furniture in their homes. Sometimes craftspeople specialized, so one person in a village might be potter while another might be a tinker. Sometimes people sold their hand-made goods at a local market to acquire cash, so they could buy from other craftspeople; in other cases they bartered."
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"Invention by Design", 2004.
A review of the engineering book, "Invention by Design", by Henry Petroski.
1,457 words (approx. 5.8 pages), 1 source, MLA, £ 34.95
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This paper introduces the book, "Invention by Design" by Henry Petroski, published in Cambridge, MA, by the Harvard University Press in 1996. Specifically, it discusses what in the book is relevant to the mechanical engineering program, the author's main points, and whether these points are valid or invalid. It looks at how Henry Petroski's book takes engineering to a level that just about anyone can understand and makes it interesting even to the layperson. This book is not only an excellent introduction to the many facets of engineering; it is also a fascinating look into engineering by example, from the simple paper clip to the complicated Boeing 777 aircraft. It also shows how it is a fascinating look into what makes good engineering and what engineers actually do.
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"Another critical issue in the book is how the case studies are presented. Each study begins with a bit of history, and then moves into the critical issues involved in the design and engineering of the object, such as the sewers of Paris as a precursor to the evolution of water quality engineering. Had the case studies taken a different approach, the book might not have met its goal of "making sense of many of the interrelated aspects of engineering," but because of these critical inclusions, the book not only meets, but exceeds its goals. It is clear that engineering is a vital force in the modern world, and that just about every action the engineer attempts can be critical in some form or another."
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"Invention of the Monsters", 2006.
An analysis of Salvador Dali's painting "Invention of the Monsters".
1,378 words (approx. 5.5 pages), 5 sources, MLA, £ 32.95
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The paper states that this painting is a typical work of Salvador Dali's and that his personality is present in this work. The paper discusses that the painting is a combination of symbolism and paranoia. The writer posits that the focus of the painting is the burning giraffe, even though it is painted in the background. The writer suggests many interpretations for the painting, then posits that it is unimportant as the painting is not realistic, and can therefore be interpreted however the viewer wants to. In conclusion, the writer states that the painting is fascinating and ugly at the same time and that surrealism fails if it needs to explain itself.
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"Now, to more closely examine the ghouls in the foreground, sitting at what looks like a banquet table containing only a little statuette. Is it the Christ figure? Some saint being tortured? What makes trying to make sense out of a surrealist painting so difficult is that the artist has a conception he does not want to share with those seeing the paining, once it is out of his mind and on canvas. The whole meaning of surrealism is that it is above and beyond realism. A cat is not necessarily a cat, a cloud not necessarily a cloud, except in the perception of the viewer. Those who look at surrealist works have to bring something with them: either an open mind, or a pre-conceived idea of what one is looking for."
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Airplanes, 2004.
This paper discusses the characteristics and utility of two airplanes, the Beachcraft 1900D and the Gulfstream IV.
2,590 words (approx. 10.4 pages), 9 sources, APA, £ 55.95
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This paper explains that both aircraft, the Beachcraft 1900D and the Gulfstream IV, are quite similar in many of the specifications and performance levels; however, they are designed for different uses. The author points out that, to evaluate the utility of each plane, characteristics such as takeoff, climb and cruise performance, descent performance, landing performance, and runway requirements, which is a one good indication of its market position and value, should be examined. The paper relates that the Beachcraft 1900D ideally is suited for commercial commuter use; however, other characteristics, such relatively long range (approximately 1000 nautical miles), high flight ceiling of 33,000 feet, 2600 climb rate, and cruising speed of 278, also make it an ideal choice for several providers in both national and international markets. O the other hand, the Gulfstream IV is designed primarily for ?luxury, corporate transport?.
Table of Contents
Introduction
Beachcraft 1900D
Forecast Utility and Breadth of Use
Gulfstream IV
Forecast of Utility and Breadth of Use
Conclusions
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"When considering the important external components of the landing gear as well as the engine characteristics, again the 1900D is well suited for commercial commuter use. This is because the craft allows for the installation of and electro-hydraulic anti-skid feature (which may be extremely useful in some locals and/or conditions). Of course, the hydraulic function of the landing gear (as well as the breaks) can be overridden by manual operation. Further, its engines (designed and manufactured by Pratt and Whitney), are designed specifically (through their flat-rating at 1,279 shp), to function longer (without serious breakdown), conserve power, as well as allow for ?high altitude/hot day performance, again, placing it of high value in many particular geographic areas and markets."
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Organizational Re-invention, 2007.
A review of the important factors for organizations to consider when re-inventing and re-basing itself.
2,711 words (approx. 10.8 pages), 10 sources, APA, £ 57.95
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This paper reviews what an organization needs to do in order to successfully re-invent itself. It also considers what factors an organization should consider when revising or replacing its dominant philosophy. The paper discusses re-basing and describes why it is never a good option for an organization when it is faced with a crisis situation. In the end, the paper maintains that small, incremental changes over time and anticipating problems well in advance can reduce the need for sweeping re-inventions by for-profit and non-profit organizations alike.
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Organizational Re-invention and Re-basing
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"In their case, these organizations may feel compelled by a crisis event to pull funds out of productive investments to be put towards resolving a serious financial "crunch" somewhere else. The result can be not only the ill-advised movement of capital but also discouragement and a decline in morale among employees whose projects and ambitions are now being thwarted by events largely beyond their control. Viewed from this vantage point, allowing tragic or catastrophic events to determine the manner in which an organization re-defines its operations and goals can cause problems in areas hitherto strong without actually resolving the original dilemma."
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Toilet Invention, 2003.
An examination of one of the most basic and most important inventions, the toilet.
1,850 words (approx. 7.4 pages), 8 sources, MLA, £ 41.95
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This paper discusses how certain inventions have totally revolutionized the way humans function. The basic invention of the flushing toilet is discussed, while looking at its history and development.
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"There are many views on the history of the flushing toilet. Various records that show ?the invention of the flush toilet goes at least back to the time of King Minos on the Island of Crete sometime around 1700 BC. ?The Sea Kings of Crete were renowned for their extravagant bathrooms, running hot and cold water systems, and fountains constructed with fabulous jewels and workings of gold and silver?? (Privy 5). Some of the first latrines included a fully enclosed closets with hollowed chairs for privacy in common areas."
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Airplane Accidents in the Media, 2002.
This paper examines the amount of airplane accidents that get covered in the media versus the number of the airplane accidents that actually happen.
1,021 words (approx. 4.1 pages), 4 sources, MLA, £ 25.95
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The following paper examines how the news media has been changed from a brave, controversy-seeking faction to a community of self-censoring, congress-fearing puppets of whom the politically powerful are the puppeteers. The writer argues that the media is not the same establishment that once looked for the extra, but it is merely a reserved, timid society, a society that has ignored its once unquenchable thirst for the truth in order to satisfy its hunger for the more material things, money and power.
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"It is a calm, cold morning in Maine and the news is blaring in one household. The family hears that there has been another violent plane crash. Little Jimmy is quaking in his shoes, because he knows that the story will be covered constantly for most of the week, if not longer. Violent images will be shown on the television that his parents bought for Jimmy's favorite educational television shows. Jimmy decides to change the channel, but almost all of the channels are covering the same information about the plane crash. Then, an image of a man who died in the crash appears on television. Little Jimmy bursts into tears. Jimmy grows up to detest the news, and to hate plane crashes. Why must the news cover tragedies so extensively?"
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Five Inventions, 2005.
A brief discussion of five major inventions prior to 500 B.C.E.
757 words (approx. 3.0 pages), 1 source, MLA, £ 18.95
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This paper looks at five inventions prior to 500 CE, and explains how those inventions have altered the course of history. The inventions are the wheel, irrigation systems, written language, a numbering system and the abacus.
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"While many inventions of the ancient civilizations assisted in the development of culture, farming, science, and language throughout history, the inventions of the wheel, written language, number systems, irrigation, and the abacus are some of the most important. Not only did these ideas help to further the society in which they were invented, they are also responsible for much of what exists in the current societies. Without those original thinkers prior to 500 CE, our world today would be far different."
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Inventing the Other, 2006.
An analysis of the concept of inventing the 'other', based on Clifford D. Simak's "City", "Way Station", "Time and Again" and "Highway of Eternity."
13,099 words (approx. 52.4 pages), 38 sources, APA, £ 175.95
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This paper discusses four of Clifford D. Simak's novels - "City" (written from 1944 to 1974), "Time and Again" (1951), "Way Station" (1963) and "Highway of Eternity" (1986). The paper describes the invention of the 'other' in Simak's novels and how it manifests itself in three different sub-patterns which can be regarded as the building blocks of a larger process of his writing.
Table of Contents:
Table of Abbreviations
Introduction
Chapter I: The Self and the Other
Author and Context
Imagining the Other
Chapter II: Clifford Simak's Writing Process
The Other - Some Technical Aspects
Representing the Writing Process
Chapter III: The Author Representing the Self
Reader and Writer
The Figures of the Writer
Conclusion
Appendix 1
Appendix 2
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"When I considered the title of the present thesis and the literary genre the following study was to be based upon, it seemed difficult not to view the whole with a certain suspicion simply because of the juxtaposition of the terms "inventing" and "Other". On the one hand, SF is predisposed to speculation about new inventions - technological, scientific, political, economic and even sociological. On the other hand, the concern about the "Other" and all the problems the notion automatically generates have for long stood at the basis of criticism in the field. The impossibility to come to terms with the plethora of creatures that authors reinvent all the time and that are frequently labelled "the Other" often results in conflicting theories about the importance of finding and preserving one's identity. Simultaneously, the traditional SF issues of alienation are often dismissed as foolproof demands for toleration on the author's part. Looking back at a genre with a history of almost a century, it seems that it has forged itself the reputation of being a medium where repetitive attempts are made to deal with all these notions more or less successfully. Taken separately, "inventing" and "other" are not very likely to stir one's attention on the account of sheer originality. Taken together, however, both notions appear to pose a different problem where the Other is considered as an invention on the same level with the rest of the SF paraphernalia. The Other becomes a personal and sociological invention and to treat it as such would mean to invest the notion with sense that might not necessarily have been there had I chosen a more descriptive approach.The definition of the Other has proved to be complex just because it is most often based on what is repeatedly called "the Self" in many works of literary criticism, philosophy and psychoanalysis. It is somewhat problematic to get out of the vicious circle that is formed when we realise that "the Self" itself is only definable when in contact with that same Other we are trying to describe. There is rarely a short story or a novel in the genre that has not described the contact between a human and alien of some sort and these stories inevitably propose their own reflection on the human condition. Apparently, humanity has desperately been trying to seem unique, no matter whether that uniqueness be negatively or positively charged and most of the SF we know is directly or indirectly, exclusively or partly concerned with corroborating that impression. An awareness of the inverse, however, started to plague humanity hundreds of years before the beginning of what we now call the Golden Age of SF. All claims to uniqueness were overthrown when Galileo first peeped through a trinket he had bought on the market and used it to study the visible sky. The fixed, immutable identity that humanity had fabricated for itself was no longer stable and reassuring. From then on, the possibility of a contact with forms of life unknown to us has never ceased to grow and to comprehend the manifestly incongruous idea, the need to imagine an otherness not only within but without our world imposed itself. The invented Other came to be and it was there, invisible and yet staring down at a world plunged in confusion, a world that would never seem the same. This study is, therefore, an attempt to direct the attention to the numerous manifestations of that fictional Other. It will be based on the Other that comes into existence only within the limited space of a Simak novel because the notion "the Other" has a definite meaning only when it is being invented by a specific author in a specific text."
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