MCC: An Industry Response to the Japanese Challenge

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The Microelectronics and Computer Technology Corp. (MCC) is a cooperative between thirteen companies to counter a Japanese initiative in developing the next generation of computers. Admiral Bob R. Inman heads the privately funded corporation. Areas of research include microelectronics packaging, software technology, computer-aided design and manufacturing, and advanced architectures. Fear of sharing research and development and fear of antitrust laws were obstacles to formation of the corporation.

Computer industry, Technological forecasting, Industrial research, International competition (Economics), Research and Development, Future Technologies, Future of Computing, Japanese Competition, Cooperative Agreements, Inman, Bobby Ray

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The DOE's Chief on U.S. Energy Policy

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The United States secretary of energy, Donald P. Hodel, states administration policy as minimizing governmental intervention in the marketplace and balancing energy-supply mix so that energy will be cheap and plentiful. Hodel does not want the government involved in the energy business. Hodel sees solar power research continuing despite lack of goverment funds and fusion power requiring funds to continue development.

Nuclear energy, Electric power plants, Solar energy, interview, National Government, United States, Energy, Power Plants, Government Officials, Hodel, Donald Paul

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The Space-age Materials Challenge

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The pure oxygen atmosphere in the Apollo One spacecraft contributed to the flash fire that killed three astronauts. Spacecraft atmospheres have since been altered to resemble air and fire-retardant glass fibers are used for most materials in the crafts. New materials may find application with commercial airline companies.

Safety, Fire Protection, Space Craft, NASA

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