Improvements in Surveillance The article “A Surveillance Society” by William E Thompson and Joseph V. Hickey illustrates how the need for constant surveillance has created new technologies that are always improving. The 9/11 terrorist attacks on the United States prompted the growing trend in surveillance and the technology used to monitor citizens both publicly and privately. Police and the military use impressive high tech surveillance devices such as video scanners, electronic ankle…
Scuba Diving Being a scuba diver takes great responsibility and meticulous attention to every situation. It is important for the diver to know everything there is to know about their gear and what state it is in, and what their diving environment will be like. Without the knowledge that is needed, the diver can create a perilous situation for themselves, or even other divers. It is a scuba divemasters responsibility to know the changes of their equipment, to be able to train others, and to be…
My eyes were blurry, my legs were weak and my body was aching. This was the way I felt after I knocked myself out from casing a 120 foot triple on my dirtbike. Paramedics rushed to me as I crawled off the track. I could not believe I was walking away from this one. The paramedics talked to me. I tried to talk back but I could not the words would not come out. I asked myself if the pain would ever go away. Motocross is a big part of my life. I started riding a dirtbike at age 3. This sport…
Our goal was to invent a new technology which had the potential to bring people together. Our invention includes virtual reality devices which will enable e-learning students to participate in traditional classroom activities through virtual reality. We chose to focus on this particular issue because, as e-learning students, we feel that our e-classes sometimes do not offer the full college experience. Additionally, we have focused on subjects such as biology, which currently are not readily…
Motocross is considered to be one of the most dangerous sports. Most riders who take the sport of motocross seriously understand and accept the major risks involved with injuries. If you as a rider have not sustained injuries yourself, you certainly know someone who has. Visiting riding friends at the hospital is a common event. Sometimes it seems it is harder for the family of the rider to accept these risks than the rider himself. The risks riders take, range from minor cuts and scrapes to…
HOW TO CHANGE A TIRE Introduction This isn 't just any regular how to change a tire tutorial. This is the actual process of removing a tire from a wheel and putting a completely new tire on that wheel. Now you might be thinking that this sounds like quite the hard task to complete; well let 's get one thing straight, it is every bit as hard as you would think it was. Without the proper training, equipment, and time to practice completing the simple task of moving a tire onto a wheel could be…
Without it, the competitors wouldn’t be able to compete. They need skis, goggles, helmets, and special, lighter snow gear/suits. The lighter snowsuits are a new technology advancement because it will still keep the competitors warm and it will not tear when they land. It also helps them do tricks and flips easier because it is…
Safety Table 1.1 Indicating the safety precautions taken throughout the experiment. Risk Assessment Risk Management Rubber Bands- Possible eye Injury Safety goggles were worn in case of rubber band making contact with eye area. Rubber Bands- Possible skin Injury All spectators were situated out of the way of the immediate danger, to avoid being hit with rubber bands. Rulers- Possible tripping over Rulers were placed on tables when not in use and were carried adjacent to the body when being…
Activity 1 Bowling Ball Roll Before the activity make sure you have direct supervision of the teacher. While doing the activity tell your teacher immediately if an accident occurs. Make sure no child picks up the bowling ball off the floor. Make sure the students are not pushing the bowling ball into the wall. Clean up your work area upon completion of activity. Washing your hands with soap and water upon completion of an activity. Activity 2 Beach Ball Obstacle course Before the activity make…
America’s Gift to Our Generation America has given us many gifts, but have you wonder which one is the most important? Technology is an important role in our generation. Everywhere you see there is technology. To began, last generation there was technology but not used like today. Today, my school provides everyone with chromebooks. Where we can use google for projects or research information on a topic. We save trees by using less paper. Technology is a great way to express yourself by…