Johannes Kepler / German Astronomer
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An 11 page look at the life, works, & contributions of German astronomer Johannes Kepler (1571-1630) who (among other things)-- studied ellipses and created the self-named "Kepler's Laws." The writer presents an excellent overview of numerous writings by Kepler and elaborates a detailed explanation of the laws he posited. A "working" (annotated) bibliography of approximately 8 sources is included and an extended reading list names 40 relevant sources.
Filename: Kepler.wps

Mars Exploration: Necessity, Not Choice
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A 5 page discussion of the need for the exploration of this fascinating planet. Argues that the resources which will be provided by Mars and the advances we will achieve in technology and society will offset the costs. Asserts that the exploration of Mars ensures the future of mankind. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: PPmarsEx.wps

Mars: Our Future in Space
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A 7 page discussion of the Mars exploration program. Emphasizes the reasons behind our obsession with Mars exploration and traces the revised plans for that exploration which have been fabricated since the loss of two U.S. spacecraft in 1999. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
Filename: PPmarsB.wps

Neil Armstrong
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A 6 page biography of astronaut Neil Armstrong-- most commonly known as the first man to walk on the moon. Bibliography lists 10 sources.
Filename: Armstron.wps

Neptune's Moon, Triton:
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5 pages in length. Scientists have studied Neptune's moon, Triton, for many years, but have only recently discovered new information about this fascinating planet. Triton is not well known outside of astronomy circles, but it has many intersting facets which bear study. It is interesting to note that planetary scientists are only now realizing that Neptune's moon Triton, is still showing signs of life. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: JGAtritn.wps

Primordial Black Holes
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A good, 6 page overview of the phenomena of primordial black holes. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
Filename: Blckhol.wps

Quasars
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An 11 page discussion of quasars. Defines quasar and discusses their relevance to the galaxies in which they exist. Discusses astronomical theory and the methodologies such as red shift and gravitational lens' used to quantify various aspects of quasars such as size and distance from the earth. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
Filename: PPquasar.wps

Satellite Communications
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A 12 page paper that provides an overview of the development of satellite communications since Sputnik. The writer also outlines the issues and international impacts of this type of technology. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
Filename: Commsati.wps