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Fiber pulling apparatus modification
A reduced gravity fiber pulling apparatus (FPA) was constructed in order to study the effects of gravity on glass fiber formation. The apparatus was specifically designed and built for use on NASA's KC-135 aircraft. Four flights have been completed to date during which E-glass fiber was successfully produced in simulated zero, high, and lunar gravity environments. In addition simulated lunar soil samples were tested for their fiber producing properties using the FPA
Non-Market Valuation of Open Space and Other Amenities Associated with Retention of Lands in Agricultural Use
The most productive farmland in southcentral Alaska is currently
under intense development pressure due to rapid population increases
and consequential increases in demand for suburban housing. This
study utilizes a contingent valuation iterative bidding game to estimate
the willingness of Matanuska-Susitna Borough residents to pay to
preserve open space and other historical/environmental amenities
associated with farming activities. Determinants of consumer behavior
are addressed as well as total benefits and costs of various posited
development scenarios. This information may be useful to
policymakers assessing actions designed to purchase development
rights from Matanuska-Susitna farmers
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