Tres grande alliance

Article Abstract:

The European Community and the US are combining consortia to compete with Japan in the digital broadcasting market. Computer, telecommunications and electronics companies and research institutes in the EC and US are working to establish high-definition television broadcasting standards.

United States, International aspects, International relations, Market share, United States foreign relations, Digital television, High-definition television, High definition television, European Economic Community

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Mag lift: Japan's engineers push the envelope for elevators

Article Abstract:

Elevator cables are not practical for heights above 800 meters, but Japanese researchers are developing elevators without cables that can go higher than that. These elevators may use linear synchronous motors and may be able to move horizontally.

Innovations, Elevators

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Mr. Clinton, put down that watering can

Article Abstract:

Many Europeans believe that Pres Clinton is not taking a strong enough approach to technology and competitiveness. The EC hopes that the use of megaprojects, which link market needs and research, will be an effective industrial policy.

Science and technology policy, European Community

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