Drive by wire: testing an automated highway, we buckle up in a Buick that drives itself
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It was proven that automated cars can execute turns and speed control without human intervention, using an automated Buick LeSabre driving on a highway that is controlled by a global positioning satellite system. This innovation will help ease the traffic in the highways.
Publication Name: Popular Science
Subject: Science and technology
ISSN: 0161-7370
Year: 1997
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Gimme a beat
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An evaluation of the Omron-630 heart and blood pressure monitor which can be worn on the wrist is presented. The ability of the monitor to give accurate readings during different levels of physical activity are discussed.
Publication Name: Popular Science
Subject: Science and technology
ISSN: 0161-7370
Year: 2001
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Unlicensed to drive
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An evaluation of the Callaway ERC 11 driver golf club is presented. Although illegal in the US the club can be used in Europe and adds 6 - 10 yards to each drive. The benefits of the club's longer shaft are discussed.
Publication Name: Popular Science
Subject: Science and technology
ISSN: 0161-7370
Year: 2001
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