"Wisdom begins in wonder" – Socrates
Author: Isaac Gendler
Interchange Stations
04/22/23
“What are transit stations where you change from one route to another?”
Public transportation is a cornerstone of people’s transit lives all over the world. However, sometimes during a transit journey, one has to leave a vehicle on one route and transfer to another. This is accomplished at Interchange Stations. Interchange stations are cornerstones of the modern transit world.
Grade Separation for Rail
04/21/23
“How can we realign roadways to no longer present hazards to rail?”
Rail is one of the most spectacular forms of transportation on Earth. However, when rail has to cross a roadway, complications, congestion, and even injuries can ensue. So what’s one way to ensure safety when designing railroads? Well, what if we were to realign the road to be under or over the railway? That way there won’t be any contact between the train and the other traffic flow. In the train world, this is known as Grade Separation for Rail and has been implemented in countless cases.
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Why Strong Unions Lead to Fewer Manufacturing Injuries
04/20/23
“Why do strong unions lead to fewer manufacturing injuries?”
Strong unions allow workers to have greater access to safety conditions and rest breaks. In manufacturing, this means that the workers will have more focus, and therefore harm themselves less. This is Why Strong Unions Lead to Fewer Manufacturing Injuries.
04/19/23
“Why is packing good exercise?”
Packing involves lifting heavy objects and moving your body. This flexes muscles and builds strength. This is Why Packing is Good Exercise.
Why Governments Need to Regulate Oil Companies to Succeed in Curbing Carbon Emissions
04/18/23
“Why do governments need to regulate oil companies to succeed in curbing carbon emissions?”
Oil production and consumption inextricably produce carbon emissions. Since oil companies’ financial success is based on such processes, it’s unlikely they would cut it down. Without any restrictions, oil companies will continue to pollute and destroy the environment. They’ve already spent decades funding climate change denial, so how could they be trusted? Luckily, the government can wield its regulatory powers to force oil companies into compliance. This is Why Governments Need to Regulate Oil Companies to Succeed in Curbing Carbon Emissions
Why Oil Companies Fund Climate Change Denial
04/17/23
“Why do oil companies fund climate denial?”
The extraction and consumption of fossil fuels lead to global warming. Since this can lead to planetary destruction, it only makes sense to curb fossil fuel use. However, this would hurt the profits of oil companies. To make sure they can stay wealthy, oil companies fund climate change denial to make people confused and not take action. This is Why Oil Companies Fund Climate Change Denial.
Why Humans Can Learn About Climate Migration From Animals
04/16/23
“Why can humans learn about climate migration from animals?”
Climate migration is becoming a more pressing topic with each passing day. People are concerned about where will be unlivable and where they should call home. Trying to understand these questions can be very difficult given the complexity of the topic. However, if we look at the animal kingdom we’ll find some thought-shifting lessons. Animals of all kinds from tiny bees to massive whales are moving to new ground in the face of a disrupted climate. By looking at their trends, we’ll be better able to understand ours. This is Why Humans Can Learn About Climate Migration From Animals.
Why Packing Will Become a More Useful Skill in the New Climate Paradigm
04/15/23
“Why will packing become a more useful skill in the new climate paradigm?”
As the climate becomes more intense, migration will become more frequent. A large part of migration involves packing and moving personal items. Since moving will become more frequent, it will be necessary to get better at packing. This is Why Packing Will Become a More Useful Skill in the New Climate Paradigm.
Why Team Dinners Can Improve Organization Morale
04/14/22
“Why can team dinners improve organization morale?”
Organizations work better when they have a stronger bond together. Team dinners are one way to build bonds. This is Why Team Dinners Can Improve Organization Morale.
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