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

Space Commercialization / SPACEHAB, Inc.
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A 15 page research paper that first explores commercialization of space and the space industry then focuses on SPACEHAB, Inc., the sole producer and provider habitable space modules. A brief history of SPACEHAB, acquisitions, contracts and financial data is provided. For clarity and comparison, 5 tables are presented reflecting the financial health of the company. The paper concludes with a financial analysis. Bibliography lists 12 sources.
Filename: Spacehab.wps

Space Exploration Beyond The 1990's / Space Stations
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This 7 page research paper looks at the future of U.S. space exploration in light of its somewhat turbulent past. Specifically examined is a proposal to build a space station which will conduct extensive research for the benefit of mankind. The role of NASA, relevant political controversy, and financial obstacles to building such a station are discussed. Growing environmental problems caused by space debris are of particular importance to this discussion. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: Spaceexp.wps

Space Exploration: History and Promises for the Future
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An 8 page overview of the timeless attraction of space and how that attraction has translated into space exploration programs. This paper traces the history of space exploration and contend that this exploration has the potential to result in more than just satisfying academic curiosity. Space exploration, in fact, directly benefits mankind in a number of ways. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
Filename: PPspaceE.rtf

Sputnik
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A 7 page paper discussing sputnik. The history of sputnik is discussed, which involves the various effects and influences the launching of this satellite had upon the general condition of te American people. The race in space was, for all purposes, nothing more than a reflection of the race in the arms department. Russia's ability to launch satellites was directly related to their ability to launch nuclear warheads into the United States, and as such the American people were greatly disturbed. While this space race went on for some years, it eventually slowed down and became null and void, altering into a real concern for space travel as opposed to a concern for warfare. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
Filename: RAsput.wps

Star Birth
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A 5 page paper discussing how stars are born, dwarf stars, and a brief description of the life of a star. Also includes graphics of different phases of star birth. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: Starbirth.wps

Summarization: Black Holes and Cosmology
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5 pages in length. Reviews two articles, one on black holes, and one article on cosmology. The review and discussion of each article are included in this paper. In the first article analysts speculate something unusual is happening at the center of the Milky Way, near Sagittarius. The theorists believe there may be one gigantic black hole taking in mass, or a set of smaller black holes. The second article points out that several scientists still firmly believe in the big bang theory despite the arguments concerning the dark-matter problem as well as the causality problem and the age problem.
Filename: JGAastrn.wps

Sun Spots & Scientific Controversy
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A 5 page definitonal overview of what sun spots are, how they are formed, etc; The writer is particularly concerned with what sun spots say about the future..Some scientists have initiated great controversy by bringing up issues concerning their potentially harmful effects-- even the suggestion that sunspots are indicative of another Ice Age ! Research is analyzed and it is concluded that while it seems as though scientists do have strong reason to believe that sun spots have a significant correlation to weather and the environment, they can not yet agree with certainty upon what implications they might have for our future. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: Sunspots.wps

Supernovas -- Stars On Their Death Bed
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This 6 page research paper describes the phenomenon of supernova, their various types, and occurrences. Research concerning particular supernovas (1987a, 1993j, etc;) is presented and the specific processes as we understand them thus far are explained in great detail. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: Supernov.wps

The Benefits of Space Exploration
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A 7 page essay on some of the benefits realized through the efforts of the nation's space programs. Critics maintain that the billions spent on space exploration would be better used in other ways, that there are no actual benefits realized aside from boosted egos. Topics the paper addresses include: ozone studies, medical advances of MRI and telemedicine, light touches on robotics, the cable TV industry and TeflonŽ, and their effect both on the nation's people and on the national economy. FREE outline included. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: Spaceex2.wps

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