9.11.01: The Skyscraper and the Airplane: questions 1 & 3 10/08/13 1. Goodhearts approach was to make an analogy of skyscrapers and airplanes. He gives you the background on both and how they started. He starts by giving you this terrible vision that reminds you of 9/11 and then talks about each item that was involved. I was slightly confused on his way of writing because I am still not sure of his point to this essay. 3. "To be modern‚ " he wrote"‚ "is to find ourselves in an environment
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During the early stages of the First World War‚ technology was progressing and it particularly obvious in aircraft. New forms of aviation were introduced such as zeppelins and aeroplanes. As the war came to an end‚ airships were replaced with the extensive use of zeppelins. The use of aeroplanes and zeppelins was a potent part in the attack and defence of the British main lands. Source A was produced as a poster in 1915 which was one year into the First World War. As a result‚ the source does not
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Learning to ride a horse can be an exhilarating and exciting experience right from the word go but we also know that Horse Riding Accidents are just a fact of the sport - or are they? So what can you do to minimise the chances of Horse Riding Accidents and avoid getting hurt altogether?: Baggy Trousers are a "No No!" You may have noticed that traditional horse riding clothing is figure hugging and there are good safety reasons for this. Any clothing that is loose fitting or baggy runs the risk
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and Wilbur Wright conduct the first actual flight from the ground using engine power in Kitty Hawk‚ N. C. These events paved the way (satirically put) for numerous improvements to be made. Generally speaking and contrary to popular belief‚ airplanes don’t float on the air‚ they’re sucked up into it. This reason is known as Bernoulli’s Principle. It says: "...as air travels faster [than surrounding air] across a surface‚ the air pressure against it is reduced...". By curving the top of an airplane’s
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Therapeutic Horseback Riding Therapeutic horseback riding is a great way to help people with special needs have a better life by enabling them to have more experiences in life. Therapeutic horseback riding is offered worldwide to help emotionally‚ physically‚ mentally and socially challenged children and adults. The horses that are used for therapy riding are very special and build strong bonds with their challenged riders. From people with Autism to anywhere like Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder
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Worksheet Europe’s Dramatic Landscape Vocabulary words: 1- ……. sources of energy able to be a- Alps replaced through ongoing natural process. b- Seafaring 2- …….Europe’s tallest mountain range. c- Renewable 3- ……. vast area of flat or gently rolling energy sources land from France to Russia. d- Fossil fuels. 4- ……. Sources of energy
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Lecture based on Materials (Book: The science of strong materials‚ Penguin Publishers.) The aeronautical journal (Library can order for you)‚ one article written in 1996‚ by Peal‚ I.J.Mocolm. Ceramic Science‚ pg 123-131. (Relevant to exam) There are two key reasons for using thermoplastic composites: * save time & handling costs in production * eliminate labour-intensive riveting & bonding * can produce large profile sections that are some 20 % lighter than metal &
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Six months after the attack on Pearl Harbor‚ the United States defeated Japan in one of the most decisive naval battles of World War II. Thanks in part to major advances in code breaking‚ the United States was able to preempt and counter Japan’s planned ambush of its few remaining aircraft carriers‚ inflicting permanent damage on the Japanese Navy. An important turning point in the Pacific campaign‚ the victory allowed the United States and its allies to move into an offensive position. This fleet
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How to Fold an Advanced Paper Airplane Introduction Knowing how to fold a paper airplane is an easy and cost effective way to impress your friends as well as teaching yourself a new skill in less than ten minutes. These instructions will guide you to creating a paper airplane that is easy to remember and effective at flying. Note: Folding should take place on a flat surface. Also‚ you can follow the figures at the bottom of the page step by step for further clarification on how to complete the instructions
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RIDING TO THE SUN If you’re looking for a great hobby which can help you to relax and in the same time it’s fun‚ you should definitely consider horse-riding. My adventure with that great leisure activity started when I was a 5-year-old child. I have always watched my older cousins riding so I decided to learn myself. And it was the best thing I have ever done. Horse-riding has many advantages both physical and mental. Thanks to this activity you learn coordination and balance because without them
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