Sensor reveals clear-air turbulence in time to issue warnings

Article Abstract:

A novel clear-air turbulence sensor was tested using an Electra airplane owned by the National Science Foundation and operated by the National Center for Atmospheric Research. The experiment, which was conducted in collaboration with NASA and Coherent Technologies Inc, showed that the sensor was able to determine turbulent air patches. Findings indicated that the sensor can be utilized in commercial planes to prevent injuries to crews and passengers.

Research, Equipment and supplies, Sensors, Atmospheric turbulence

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Go on, reward yourself

Article Abstract:

Sales of cruises in Australia jumped 32% in 1998 despite many arguing that it was the worst year for vacation trips. Despite these arguments, 1999 may be the year of travel indulgences. The most sought-after travel destinations will be Bhutan, Himalayas, Hawaii, smaller islands of the Caribbean, and others in Europe and Australia.

Ocean travel, Reports

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Sweat

Article Abstract:

These photographs captures moments when humans are working up a sweat. They include the Nixon-Khrushchev kitchen debate scene, brick-carrying child laborers of Colombia, oilfield workers capping the wells in Kuwait, gold miners in Brazil in 1989, and Darryl Strawberry after practice.

Criticism and interpretation, Illustration, Works, News photographers, Photojournalists, Action photography

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