Intelligent Transportation and Planning: Breakthroughs in Research and Practice


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From driverless cars to vehicular networks, recent technological advances are being employed to increase road safety and improve driver satisfaction. As with any newly developed technology, researchers must take care to address all concerns, limitations, and dangers before widespread public adoption. Intelligent Transportation and Planning: Breakthroughs in Research and Practice is an innovative reference source for the latest academic material on the applications, management, and planning of intelligent transportation systems. Highlighting a range of topics, such as automatic control, infrastructure systems, and system architecture, this publication is ideally designed for engineers, academics, professionals, and practitioners actively involved in the transportation planning sector.




Discoveries that Changed Science


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Looks at great scientific discoveries, from gravity to DNA, including inventions such as the telescope and microscope. 11 yrs+




Inventions That Shaped History: Technological Milestones


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Embark on a fascinating journey through human ingenuity with 'Inventions That Shaped History: Technological Milestones.' This comprehensive guide delves into the pivotal inventions that have transformed societies and cultures across the globe. From the earliest tools of the Stone Age to the cutting-edge technologies of the digital era, each chapter provides an in-depth exploration of the innovations that have driven human progress. Discover the stories behind the inventions, the visionaries who brought them to life, and the profound impacts they have had on the world. Ideal for history enthusiasts, technology buffs, and curious minds, this book offers a captivating look at the technological milestones that continue to shape our lives.




The Cumulative Book Index


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A world list of books in the English language.




ProjectX India


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Information about upcoming and ongoing projects, contracts, and tenders in India Unlock the power-packed information you need to tap into project opportunities within the Indian economy with ProjectX India | 15th May 2023 edition. This comprehensive e-book delivers insights on 222 projects, contracts, and tenders across 54 sectors and sub-sectors. Inside this edition, you'll find an extensive coverage of 83 projects in the Conceptual/Planning Stage, 22 Contract Awards, 26 Projects Under Implementation, 89 Tenders, and 2 other noteworthy projects. Whether you're in the Construction, Infrastructure, or Industrial segment, this e-book is a valuable resource for you. ProjectX India caters to all those eager to explore and seize project opportunities. Our mission is to provide you with accurate and timely information on upcoming and ongoing projects, contracts, and tenders in India. As the business landscape evolves, we are committed to gathering and sharing information that can make a significant impact on your business. Thank you for choosing ProjectX. Start reading now and discover the possibilities that await you. Happy Reading!




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Maintaining U.S. Leadership in Aeronautics


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After the completion of the National Research Council (NRC) report, Maintaining U.S. Leadership in Aeronautics: Scenario-Based Strategic Planning for NASA's Aeronautics Enterprise (1997), the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) Office of Aeronautics and Space Transportation Technology requested that the NRC remain involved in its strategic planning process by conducting a study to identify a short list of revolutionary or breakthrough technologies that could be critical to the 20 to 25 year future of aeronautics and space transportation. These technologies were to address the areas of need and opportunity identified in the above mentioned NRC report, which have been characterized by NASA's 10 goals (see Box ES-1) in "Aeronautics & Space Transportation Technology: Three Pillars for Success" (NASA, 1997). The present study would also examine the 10 goals to determine if they are likely to be achievable, either through evolutionary steps in technology or through the identification and application of breakthrough ideas, concepts, and technologies.




100 Events That Shaped World History


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Discover the fascinating stories behind the most important events of all time in this history book for kids 8 and up! From the founding of Rome to people walking on the moon, 100 Events That Shaped World History introduces kids to the greatest discoveries, most important battles, and most pivotal movements that changed the course of human history. This history book for kids features: 100 easy-to-read stories of important moments in history: Find out how the modern world came to be! Illustrated images: Each page includes an illustration to help bring history to life! A timeline, trivia questions, project ideas, and more: Boost your learning and test your knowledge with fun activities and resources! Engaging and packed with facts, this book is the perfect classroom resource or history gift for curious kids!




A History of Australian Travel and Tourism


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This history of Australian travel and tourism is set in the context of the world scene. The forces which have shaped modern tourism are all traced and then related to the Australian experience. The book deals primarily with the business of tourism, but the way Australian people travelled through the years and experienced tourism is also part of the story. It traces the beginning of tourism, the first attempts at defining it, how ways of measuring it were introduced, how the need for research was acknowledged, and how levels of education relating to hospitality and tourism were progressively raised.