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Living on the edge

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UK firms are a dominant force in motorsports, particularly in Formula One racing. This is due to several factors that include a large number of Second World War airfields which were used as racing circuits. UK constructors are characterized by a high degree of vision and efficiency in their approach to manufacturing because they have been traditionally constrained with limited budgets. They were also able to apply technological innovations from the country's aerospace industry. The abundance of engineering firms that supply motorsport needs also contributed to this success.

Author: Aston, Beverly
Publisher: Gillard Welch Ltd.
Publication Name: Engineering
Subject: Science and technology
ISSN: 0013-7782
Year: 1997
United Kingdom, Automobile racing

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Cooperation hones competitive edge

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Conglomerates of research and development companies can lend considerable impetus to American competitiveness. Studies reveal that such associations can function effectively under conditions of funding stability and smooth coordination between the managerial and technical staff. Defining a focused mission with clear parameters of success and offering incentives for extra efforts are other conditions which enhance the effectiveness of the consortia. Proper policies guidelines for the research and development consortia can enhance US competitiveness.

Author: Berman, Evan M., Levine, Arthur L.
Publisher: University of Tennessee, EERC
Publication Name: Forum for Applied Research and Public Policy
Subject: Science and technology
ISSN: 0887-8218
Year: 1996
Analysis, Conglomerate corporations, Economic policy, Performances, International competition (Commerce), International competition (Economics), America

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Saturn's rings: life at the edge

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Hubble Space Telescope observations of Saturn in its twice-per-orbit edge-on position from earth's viewpoint in 1995 enabled views of details usually obscured by glare from sunlight. Observations of the small satellites indicates that two are in unexpected positions.

Author: Murray, Carl D.
Publisher: American Association for the Advancement of Science
Publication Name: Science
Subject: Science and technology
ISSN: 0036-8075
Year: 1996
Observations, Saturn (Planet), Hubble Space Telescope (Artificial satellite), Planetary rings

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