...September 15, 2014 Unit 2. Research paper Unit (2) Research Problem * Providing special needs school/daycare In the State of Texas as with many other States, there are little or no dedicated facilities that caters ONLY for children with very special needs (example: Children with Cerebral palsy). The parents of these children are at a severe disadvantage in that, they have little or no time to venture out and work or even to take a break from what is considered a full time job. This is a serious problem that needs to be addressed forthwith. If parents are able to obtain and sustain meaningful employment while their children are properly cared for in an environment that is conducive to their growth, development and learning. This in effect, will mitigate or lesson the burden on the Federal or State run Medicaid or Medicare. To this end, I would like to focus on what can be done to hopefully address this issue. A facility of this magnitude would be very expensive on the front end. The estimated cost of a facility of this nature is around $350 Million. However, the savings on the back end would make it a meaningful undertaking. I propose a facility of around 4,500-6,000 sq. ft. with specialized classroom for approximately 70-90 students. The proposed facility would employ several full time Doctors, Nurses, Nurses assistant and specially trained teachers. Additionally, this facility would be retrofitted with all the modern lifts and powered chairs to help completely immobile...
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...NASA Research Paper Chelsea Best 4138567 LSTD 300 Professor Kerney Since its beginning the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) has been pivotal in the scientific advancements made in the United States. Their vision, “To reach for new heights and reveal the unknown so that what we do and learn will benefit all humankind.” The scientist and researchers for NASA are trying to answer questions not just about the universe at large, but also about everyday human lives here on Earth. There are four focuses of NASA’s activity, called mission directives. Aeronautics, which focuses on meeting the worldwide demand for more eco-friendly and sustainable aircrafts. Human Exploration and Operations which involves operations on the International Space Station (ISS), developing commercial spaceflight and the ability for humans to explore beyond low-Earth Orbit. Scientist are exploring not only the Earth itself, but the universe beyond as well and works on charting the best exploration paths for us to continue discovering the universe. Space Technology is the final mission directive of NASA which combines elements from the others to develop and create the most innovative technology to aid future missions. NASA is also working hard to aid in the development of a private sector in space travel. Their hope is that by commercializing some aspects of space travel, such as routine trips to the ISS, more of their resources will be available for furthering their overall goals...
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...and presents an interesting way to look at all manufacturing processes as a whole instead of individual pieces. By examining the different methods and materials that make up today’s products it will be shown how the assembly process is the most versatile and mandatory process in manufacturing. Examining the different methods and materials reveals the uniqueness of the assembly process and how it can literally be applied to any product, method, or material in manufacturing. This will also high light the importance of the advancement of the assembly process both past and present. Studying the industrial revolution provides key elements in how the manufacturing industry has become what it is today. From the invention of the flying shuttle to the innovation behind the assembly line, it can be determined that the development of assembly process machinery and technology is the key to the advancement of our economy and country as a whole. These minor ripples in the pool of industry ended up causing tsunamis and forever changing the landscape of the country as we know it. Looking back at the technological advancements of the industrial revolution it becomes clear that we are on the verge of yet another revolution in industry. The introduction of auto-CAD and the 3-D printer have already started the next wave in what is sure to become a tsunami in the industrial manufacturing industry. Looking over the list of all the different processes and sub-processes there was an initial...
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...almost failing a project of manufacturing a Shuttle Launch Booster component for NASA. While the project was originally subcontracted by another company, it eventually produced a product that met most of the requirements, but the project was overwhelmed by many technical, ethical, legal, contractual and other project management challenges that caused cost overruns, strained internal relationships and customer distrust and dissatisfaction. These serious issues could be properly addressed with adequate management support, effective training, timely communication, and proper software tools which are vital for any project success. Thus the project could meet all its requirements as well as the internal and external stakeholder satisfaction. Introduction: The Orion Shield Project is a practical story of a newly appointed project manager whose poor leadership, unbalanced actions and unethical decision resulted in almost failing a project of manufacturing a Shuttle Launch Booster component for NASA. While the project was originally subcontracted by another company, it eventually produced a product that met most of the requirements, but the project was overwhelmed by many technical, ethical, legal, contractual and other project management challenges that could have resulted to fail it. However, it did result in demoting the project manager to his previous job as he failed to demonstrate his management skills and qualifications. This paper identifies and analyzes the challenging issues...
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...the position of Project Manager for the Orion Shield Project by Henry Larsen, the Director of Operations. This paper will analyze the the technical, ethical, contractual/legal, and program management related issues that Gary Allison encountered while managing the Orion Shield project. The paper will outline the history and specifics of the project but it will mainly focus on the actions and reactions of Mr. Allison, and what steps he could have taken to result in a different outcome for the project. Gary’s lack of management experience and lack of ethical judgement led to a failed project mission, which could have been easily avoided. Introduction The Orion Shield Project has the mission to improve the structural capabilities of NASA’s Shuttle Launch booster by 3 years. Research found that the Booster showed signs of fatigue failure after six years in the field, where as the desired and originally specified time was nine years. This project was by NASA to find/create new materials that can support a longer life in the field for the Shuttle Launch Booster. Since the DoD/NASA contracting criteria changed recently, companies that win the Research and Development (R&D) and Qualification phases of a program, are proposed to have a competitive edge when the Production contract is finally awarded, the SEC decided to employ a new company strategy, to bid on the Research and Development phase of a program. As a result, the SEC competed for a subcontract for the R&D Phase I of...
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...YORN Shuttle Service By Hammad Alam Usmani Student ID No. BB-35071 Muhammad Shakeeb Alam Student ID No. BB-25215 Submitted to the Faculty of Computer Sciences and Information Technology Institute of Business & Technology, Karachi In Partial fulfillment of requirement for the degree of Bachelors of Science in (Computer Science) (Software Engineering) YORN Shuttle Service by Hammad Alam Usmani Student ID No. BB-35071 Muhammad Shakeeb Alam Student ID No. BB-25215 Project Supervisor: Sir Tayyab Yaqoob Lecturer IBT, Karachi Faculty of Computer Sciences & Information Technology Institute of Business & Technology (IBT), Karachi Certificate This is to certify that Hammad Alam Usmani (ID No. BB-35071) and Muhammad Shakeeb Alam (ID No. BB-25215) has completed their Final Year project having title “YORN Shuttle Service”. The Project is submitted to the IS committee of the Institute of Business & Technology, Karachi, Pakistan for evaluation. _______________________ Sir Tayyab Yaqoob Thesis Supervisor | ________________________ Prof.Dr.Mansoor-uz-Zafar Dean Faculty of Computer Sciences & Information Technology | Acknowledgement I would like to thank Allah who made it possible for us to work...
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...|[pic] | |[pic] |[pic] |[pic] | |[pic] |[pic] |[pic] |[pic] | |[pic] |[pic] |[pic] |[pic] | |[pic] |[pic] |[pic] | Sanitary pads plays a major role in a woman's life. A lady's intimate friend. The quality of sanitary pads can influence ladies' emotions during period. That is why choosing a suitable sanitary pad is very important. According to research, when blood on used sanitary pads is exposed to the air, approximately 100,000 bacteria will grow on it in a mere 4 minute. This has been a major factor of various female sicknesses such as itchiness, sensitive skin, inflammation, lower back pain, fatique, emotionally unstable and others. Kotex is a brand that plays an undeniably significant role in the female population. With almost 60 years of experience in Malaysia, Kotex is constantly striving to develop innovative campaigns and products to help women to stay fresh and healthy. End of 2010, Kotex launched the world's first and only pad that combines superior technology with stunning design, excitingly named as the KOTEX Luxe* Ultrathin Design Pads. Kotex is a brand of feminine...
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...virinder_gupta@scmhrd.edu ABSTRACT This exercise is being conducted at 1Symbiosis Infotech campus (SIC) located in Hinjewadi, Pune, India. The campus is pervaded by a sense of endless space and tranquillity, this picturesque campus is spread over five acres, boasts an academic block which is of international standards and separate hostels for boys and girls along with the accommodation for the faculty. The primary objective of this study is to understand the consumption patterns and identify potential areas for improvement in energy consumption within the residential campus. The study involves making a cost-benefit analysis of present energy sources with respect to renewable energy sources. This will include water electricity along with paper and gas consumption in the campus. This is to assess the potential of running a greener campus .The study proposes and tests a hypothesis that a greener college campus using renewable sources of energy is financially viable over a long period of time. A detailed analysis of current energy consumption and costs will be made. The comparative study would conclude with an objective assessment of the potential of renewable energy and will to judge the cost involved in replacing the current sources with...
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...in 1987, Eurotunnel set out to sign a usage contract called Railway Usage Contract (RUC) with the UK, French and Belgian national rail companies. This contract allows the rail companies to utilize 50% of Channel Tunnel capacity in exchange for annual cash payments to Eurotunnel that comprised of a fixed annual fee, a variable fee calculated using toll formula, a contribution to Eurotunnel’s operating costs and a minimum usage charge. Then the company starts raising capital through debt and equity offerings. Eurotunnel got listed in both Paris and London Stock Exchanges and offers discounted (and per my research, free in some cases) travel to shareholders. Construction of the tunnel begins in November of 1987 and it is completed in April 1994. At this point, Eurotunnel has a whopping £8.1 billion in debt and only £1.7 billion in equity. To be honest, this is the part of the paper when my jaw first dropped. I have not been this appalled since I read a case on Enron for one of my undergraduate classes. GESA’s initial cost and revenue projections, its management team’s execution of financial and operational strategies and...
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...Abstract Most vehicles that use gas function using compressed natural gas (CNG). The safe nature of natural gas has given it preference over other engine driven fuel. One very important factor of following alternative fuel vehicle technology is to control the effect of emission on the environment. Natural gas vehicles do not emit toxic gases like other fueled engines. Natural gas vehicles emit clean gas, have a very clean internal combustion, and emit very few pollutants. The gas emitted by vehicles using natural gas constitute clean air to the environment and clean air standards in most big initialized cities like the United States. Natural gas vehicles burn cleaner than traditionally fuelled vehicles because of the compound composition of natural gas. Natural gas does not emit much of toxic gas; it releases little amounts of propane, ethane, and butane when used in vehicles. The environmental hazards caused by natural gas vehicles are a lot less than those running on traditional fuel vehicles. Table of Contents List of Tables 3 Executive Summary 5 Introduction 5 Problem and Opportunity 5 Purpose 5 Background 6 Sources 6 Scope 7 Structure 8 Key Terms 9 Methods 9 Results 10 Conclusion...
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...Organizational Ethics from the Columbia Disaster: Can a Culture be Lethal? RICHARD O. MASON ‘‘Houston We Have a Problem.’’ A Message Never Sent or Received. On February 1, 2003, the Space Shuttle Columbia, on its way to its landing site in Florida, blew apart in the skies of East Texas. Its seven-member crew perished. The $2 billion ship was lost; some destruction occurred on the ground, and considerable cost was incurred to recover debris scattered over several states. The disaster sounded an eerie echo from the past. Seventeen years earlier the shuttle Challenger exploded 73 seconds into flight due to an O-ring malfunction. All seven crewmembers were also lost. And, about 11 years before that, the cabin of Apollo 1 burst into flames on its pad. Three crewmembers were killed. Within a day, as NASA policy requires, an internal investigation team of six ex officio members was formed. Harold Gehman Jr., a retired admiral who was NATO supreme allied commander in Europe, was appointed to chair it. A veteran of several military investigations, including the bombing of the U.S. Cole, Gehman, in an initially unpopular move, broadened the inquiry to include the agency’s organization, history and culture. Sean O’Keefe, NASA’s administrator, was incensed that the investigation would reach beyond the confines of the shuttle project alone, and his relations with Gehman became strained and stiff. Based on his experience, however, Gehman persisted. An Accident Investigation Board (hereafter referred to...
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...test (6MWT). Specifically, it reviews indications, details factors that influence results, presents a brief step-by-step protocol, outlines safety measures, describes proper patient preparation and procedures, and offers guidelines for clinical interpretation of results. These recommendations are not intended to limit the use of alternative protocols for research studies. We do not discuss the general topic of clinical exercise testing. As with other American Thoracic Society statements on pulmonary function testing, these guidelines come out of a consensus conference. Drafts were prepared by two members (P.L.E. and R.J.Z.) and were based on a comprehensive Medline literature search from 1970 through 2001, augmented by suggestions from other committee members. Each draft responded to comments from the working committee. The guidelines follow previously published methods as closely as possible and provide a rationale for each specific recommendation. The final recommendations represent a consensus of the committee. The committee recommends that these guidelines be reviewed in five years and in the meantime encourages further research in areas of controversy. BACKGROUND There are several modalities available for the objective evaluation of functional exercise capacity. Some provide a very complete assessment of all systems involved in exercise...
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...Running Head: THE LEGAL, SOCIAL, AND ECONOMICAL ENVIROMENTS OF A SOLE PROPRITERSHIP OF A MODERN COFFEE HOUSE The Legal, Social, and Economical Environments of Running and Operating a Modern Day Coffee House as the Sole Proprietor. Let’s Have A Cup or Glass of Iced Coffee. Abstract In this paper I will be describing the basic Legal, Social, and Economical Environments in owning and operating a modern Coffee House as a Sole Proprietor. I will describe in depth my options and decisions for obtaining the funds to start the company. I will then be describing the Legal aspects, the Social Environments involved, and the Economic Environments and all the decisions to be made as I plan a clear path to owning and operating a modern day Coffee House. Including how I plan to keep it up to date with the latest technologies. Better get a cup of Joe this might be a long read? It’s exciting times as I begin to research and explore the many options open to me as I begin to decide and create my plan of action for owning and operating a Coffee Shop as a sole proprietor. My first visit is to the SBA Direct Loan Services, as I have chosen this for my funding. The SBA has several loan packages for the small business owner. I will be applying in several different categories, as they have the Export Express Loan Program, (AIU Online Web Resources, http://www.sba.gov). At the SBA Web Site they have the Export Express Program, this program can...
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...UNLV Theses/Dissertations/Professional Papers/Capstones 10-1-2011 Lean and Six Sigma in Hospitality Organizations: Benefits, Challenges, and Implementation Justin M. Lancaster University of Nevada, Las Vegas Follow this and additional works at: http://digitalscholarship.unlv.edu/thesesdissertations Part of the Business Administration, Management, and Operations Commons, Hospitality Administration and Management Commons, and the Strategic Management Policy Commons Repository Citation Lancaster, Justin M., "Lean and Six Sigma in Hospitality Organizations: Benefits, Challenges, and Implementation" (2011). UNLV Theses/Dissertations/Professional Papers/Capstones. Paper 1150. This Professional Paper is brought to you for free and open access by Digital Scholarship@UNLV. It has been accepted for inclusion in UNLV Theses/ Dissertations/Professional Papers/Capstones by an authorized administrator of Digital Scholarship@UNLV. For more information, please contact marianne.buehler@unlv.edu. 1 Lean and Six Sigma in Hospitality Organizations: Benefits, Challenges, and Implementation. By Justin M. Lancaster Masters of Science University of Nevada Las Vegas 2011 A professional paper submitted in partial fulfillment of the requirements for the Master of Science Hotel Administration William F. Harrah College of Hotel Administration Graduate College University of Nevada, Las Vegas December 2011 Chair: Dr. Robert Woods 2 PART ONE Introduction The hospitality...
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...ANSWER KEY Comma Exercises WR, P1-1 (p 288-9) Directions: Add or delete commas where necessary in the following sentences. If a sentence is correct, write “correct” after it. a. Chinatown is generally considered to be part of the hard-boiled detective genre, but it contains many conventions that make it unlike other detective films. Correct b. As an intern, I learned about all aspects of the broadcasting industry (no comma) and trained specifically in fundraising efforts. c. J.R.R. Tolkien finished writing his draft of The Lord of the Rings trilogy in 1949, but the first book in the series wasn’t published until 1954. d. German shepherds can be gentle guide dogs, or they can be fierce attack dogs. e. Some former professional cyclists claim that performance-enhancing drug use is widespread in cycling, and they argue that no rider can be competitive without doping. 1. Reptiles are cold-blooded (no comma) and are covered with scales. 2. The low-key lighting effect known as chiaroscuro was first used in German Expressionist filmmaking (no comma) and was later seen in American film noir. 3. Freedom is an important value for many Americans, so it is a central theme in much of our political rhetoric. Correct 4. Advertisers use a variety of techniques to grab the audience’s attention and to imprint their messages into consumers’ minds. Correct 5. Many musicians of Bach’s time played several instruments, but few mastered them...
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