Airplane Manufacturing
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A 13 page research paper that examines the affects of computer assisted design and manufacturing methodologies on the aircraft and aerospace industry. The writer demonstrates how computers have revolutionized the process of designing and manufacturing new aircraft. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
Filename: Planeman.wps

Global Positioning System / The Role of GPS & Impact in the Air Cargo Industry
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This 5 page paper provides an overview of the initiation and application of Global Positioning Systems and then relates the use to the specific issues related to the air cargo industry. This paper also considers the increasing technological changes and implications for air cargo companies, like UPS. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
Filename: Globpos.wps

Lockheed Martin Tactical Aircraft Systems’ Advantages
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An 8 page paper discussing how this company consistently retains its competitive edge. The company instituted computer-aided production techniques long before it was commonplace, saving 20 percent of the former production costs of their aircraft. The world commercial aircraft market is expected to experience high growth rates into the next century, and LMTAS is working now to increase their commercial production from 20 to 40 percent of their total sales in anticipation of that growth combined with reduced defense spending. LMTAS operates in a realm far beyond what most businesses will ever achieve in size, but all businesses can learn from their approach to their method of operations. It appears to be company policy to stay ahead of competition rather than to chase it. Bibliography lists 14 sources.
Filename: Lockheed.wps