Hot wheels
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Two factors may force manufacturers and operators in the go-karting industry to address the lack of standards in the industry. These factors are increasing competition and increasing general interest in litigation. Quality assurance programmes could involve stress and strain analysis techniques. The Concession Go-Kart Standards and Guidelines developed by the International Recreational Go-Kart Association are gaining acceptance. These guidelines are not yet mature enough for industry-wide application, but some countries are using them as the basis for regulation.
Publication Name: Leisure Management
Subject: Travel industry
ISSN: 0266-9102
Year: 1997
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Ion will
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UK firm Applied Materials Implant Division is a global leader in manufacturing ion implanters for silicon microchip wafer processing. The firm reached this status because it was able to respond to changes in the semiconductor industry through the adoption of a new product development process called electronic product definition (EPD). EPD is characterized by a high visibility of the product development process and constant team efforts. It accommodates local variations to a core product and gives the ability to continuously monitor the development process.
Publication Name: Engineering
Subject: Science and technology
ISSN: 0013-7782
Year: 1997
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Standing tall
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Issues are presented concerning the features which can be incorporated into the design and construction of tall buildings. The collapse of the World Trade Center following terrorist attacks on September 11, 2001 is discussed.
Publication Name: Popular Science
Subject: Science and technology
ISSN: 0161-7370
Year: 2001
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