Essays and Research Papers on All Technology Issues

A 10 page discussion of the logistics private and governmental organizations must navigate in order to recover, fix or destroy satellites in geosynchronous or LEO orbits. This paper discusses such issues as why satellites fail and the legal and regulatory considerations arising from automated/robotic servicing. In addition issues such as salvage rights and insurance ...

A 28 page paper discussing the restoration of centuries-old canals in Central Scotland and the creation of the Falkirk Wheel linking two of those canals, as well as the resulting rejuvenation of the economy of Central Scotland. The planners establishing the method by which the Project would take on various aspects of the overall ...

This 6 page paper explores the problem of human error for pilots. Several issues are discussed including hypoxia, disorientation and situational awareness. Solutions are discussed. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

This 20 page paper looks at four questions asked by the student regarding the building of the M6 toll road in the UK. The first question considers how roods such as this will benefit companies and help realised economies of scale. The second looks at how the road building could be funded and if the ...

A 10 page paper that presents a plan for beginning a new airline. Topics include the type of aircraft to be used, beginning routes, motivating personnel, target market and services, code sharing and strengths of the company. Bibliography lists 9 sources.

A 6 page paper answering four marketing questions focusing on services. Two of the questions are about Alitalia’s failure to keep pace with other European airlines in terms of revenues and customer use. Another question focuses on the marketing of charities, and the final one addresses the issue of keeping existing customers while ...

This 3-page paper discusses the challenges inherent in using computer-based training (CBT) in training airline pilots. The paper offers a review of existing literature on both the topics of training airlines pilots and CBT in general. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

A 19 page paper discussing the changes in port operations to reflect greater pursuit of efficiency of operation. Any business needs to have reliable information indicating how well it is performing the tasks it needs to accomplish. Nearly all ports are government agencies that typically do not operate with the same goals of ...

A 4 page paper analyzing the airline industry according to Porter’s five forces. The paper concludes that critical factors for success in the industry include the ability to compete in ways different from competitors and intense customer loyalty. Most airlines struggle to achieve these ends. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

A comparison of the different kinds of hydraulic oils used in the elevator industry, with reference to performance, cost, safety and environmental issues.

This 6 page paper considers what type of information an airline would need, how this will should interconnect and how a system may be developed to handle these needs. The bibliography cites 10 sources.

An 11 page overview of the circumstances which insure that manned space flight is a chapter in America's future. The author contends that this future is, in actuality, rooted in our past. It is a future which is insured by our deep fascination with the unknown, with our yearning to learn more, and ...

A 4 page summary of an article titled “Early suppression fast response sprinkler systems” by Chris Hood. No additional sources cited.

This 7 page paper provides an overview of LPG. Positive and negative aspects of this type of fuel are discussed. Ways in which LPG are used are duly noted. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

A 4 page paper discussing many of the differences in the US Airways of 2000 and that of the regional leader that emerged from Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection in 2003. US Airways’ new regional strategy enables it to focus on sound, solid operations that can lead to growth in the more definite terms of ...

This 5 page paper considers the different materials that are used to build yachts and small water craft and who they interact with the environment during creation and use in building the craft and at the disposal of the boat. The bibliography cites 5 sources.

A 14 page paper which examines the inventions of the 19th century, and also examines the importance of these inventions during the time period as well as in relationship to further technological developments that occurred in the future. Bibliography lists 15 sources.

This 3-page paper analyzes marketing strategies (through the 4 Ps) of Qantas and Ansett airlines prior to the entrance of Virgin Blue and Impulse Airlines. Also discussed is the Australian aviation industry. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

A 6 page paper assessing whether airline mechanics are pricing themselves beyond the ability of airlines to pay them. Labor unions typically are in the business of preserving themselves and building membership so that they can increase revenues that come in the form of member dues. It is to their benefit to increase ...

This 4 page paper looks at a changing world. How diversity affects the workplace and how technological change has affected society are two issues explored. A Q&A format is used. No bibliography.

This 4 page paper examines the CAT scan technology and how this has impacted society. This paper explores a myriad of ways this technology has changed society for the better. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

Layer manufacturing is the use of computer controlled and latest Materials and forming processes in building the physical model layer by layer based on a digital model. The 10 page model looks at three different systems that make use of layer manufacturing; the Thermojet Printer by 3D systems, The Perfactory Concept Modeler from Envisiontech and ...

A 10 page paper discussing strategy at Ryanair, a young airline based in Ireland. It has been operating according to the no-frills business model inspired by Southwest Airlines, but has come to the point that it needs to make some decisions about its future. The purpose here is to analyze what has influenced ...

A 3 page paper discussing some of the “secrets” of Southwest Airlines’ success, including its unique position as consistent winner of the “triple crown” of aviation that includes best ontime performance, fewest baggage complaints and greatest customer satisfaction. Southwest Airlines still remains the one that other carriers want to emulate. The old, established ...

In 2001 BMW took a risk and re-launched the famous 1960’s small car; the mini. This 10 page considers the car and its markets, the way it competes in a fiercely competitive market and the value it creates for shareholders. The paper also looks at areas of potential improvement and outlines a plan for ...