The optimal lifetime of capital goods and pricing policies for replacement components and repair costs
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A case study of commercial aircraft was conducted to show how purchase price and repair costs are related to the determination of the economically optimal lifetime of capital goods with parts that are susceptible to wear and tear. Commercial aircraft owners favor a 'repair and hold on' strategy because repair is very cheap compared to the price of new aircraft. The longevity of aircraft also benefits manufacturers because it enables them to sell aircraft parts during periods of low demand for aircraft. These results show that parts manufacturers' pricing policy strongly influences the replacement decisions of capital goods owners.
Publication Name: Technovation
Subject: High technology industry
ISSN: 0166-4972
Year: 1995
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Lawmakers reject break-up measure
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The Czechoslovak Federal Assembly on Oct 1, 1992, refused to accept a constitutional amendment on the planned dissolution of the Czech federation. The amendment was presented by the Civic Democratic Party and the Movement for a Democratic Slovakia.
Publication Name: Facts on File
Subject: Business, general
ISSN: 0014-6641
Year: 1992
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Ice age lamps
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The first fat-burning lamps were developed during the Upper Paleolithic era, about 40,000 years ago. The invention of lamps corresponded with the development of complex weapons systems, art and personal adornment.
Publication Name: Scientific American
Subject: Science and technology
ISSN: 0036-8733
Year: 1993
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