...Electric Vehicles Can Help us Achieve Freedom from Oil Has the United States ever done something to decrease the oil dependence? Are people trying to help and reduce the pollution? What is one solution? A solution could be starting to promote, and use electric cars, because they provide a viable alternative to gasoline-fueled cars, and because the benefits outweigh the cost of buying an electric car. Electric cars are a necessity for the future. They can help The United States to achieve freedom from oil, and they are good for the environment. It is known that electric cars produce zero CO2, and nitrous oxide emissions, since cars that use gasoline are responsible for around 25% of all global gas emissions. Promoting, and buying electric cars is going to help us keep the planet green, and it is going to save us money, why is it going to save us money? Because it may be that buying an electric car is more expensive than a normal one, but at the end, electric cars spend electricity, and electricity is cheaper than petrol, and it is a renewable resource. “About 3 cents per mile driven is all it costs to "fuel" a typical electric car today, assuming an electricity rate of 10 cents per kilowatt-hour (kWh). By contrast, at a pump price of $2.75 per gallon, a 25-mpg conventional car costs more than three times that amount.” (Renewable Energy, 2012). According to the Department of Energy and the Environmental Protection Agency, about 75 percent of the chemical energy stored in an electric...
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...Driving to Freedom The American people and America itself run off freedom. Ever since this country was founded freedom has always played a key role in our society. In fact, most of the United States Constitution is made up of articles to protect our freedom. The birth of the automobile gave new meaning to the word freedom and to this day American citizens relate owning a vehicle to freedom. Automobile Companies have realized this and incorporated the idea of freedom in their advertisements to make their vehicle more appealing. The advertisements for the Honda CR-V and the Toyota Corolla share similarities and differences in their efforts to deliver the societal message that owning a vehicle portrays freedom to Americans. Although not a company from America, Honda is a company that sells many cars to American consumers. Their advertisement for their CR-V model demonstrates the societal message that owning a vehicle gives a driver freedom in many aspects. Visually the advertisement has a collage of various activities that a free spirit would enjoy such as flying a plane, rocking climbing, running a marathon, go sailing, or learning to scuba dive. Or even more abstract activities such as skyaking, a mixture of parachuting with kayaking, marching in a Mardi Gras Parade, or mountain uni-cycling. Each image of the collage is numbered one through ten but in no particular order, this further portrays freedom simply by not applying any rules to the order of the activities. These...
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...credit was not so good at the time. Therefore, I had to get special financing. I called many dealerships that has special financing. Microeconomics On an economic scale was not in the family budget. One of the things that had to be considered was pricing of a new vehicle. This included the cost of the vehicle the financing of the vehicle and the duration to own the vehicle. One thing that played a big factor in purchasing the vehicle was the bad credit that I had. I know the interest rate was going to be very high due to this factor. “According to Economic Freedom Americans, continue to lose economic freedom. Following declines in seven of the past eight years, the United States this year has equaled its worst score ever in the Index of Economic Freedom. Ratings for labor freedom, business freedom, and fiscal freedom have flagged notably and the regulatory burden is increasingly costly”. Buying a car used to be so easy at one time. All dealerships will have the same vehicles at the same price. In today's market with the economy the way it is you may go to one dealership and another dealership may have the same vehicle but at a different price. This makes the buyer very skeptical about purchasing a new vehicle due to the economics; many buyers have bad credit because they are...
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...to smoke, regardless of its harmful effects on themselves and the people around them, particularly children. Many younger children are involuntarily exposed to cigarette smoke and are vulnerable to health problems. Recently, Ontario legislature passed a new law that prohibits smoking in a motor vehicle in the presence of anyone under 16. Since Ontario is known to have the most strict anti-smoking laws, this may come as no surprise. It has been found that second hand smoke is much more concentrated in a vehicle than a smoker’s home. Some may argue that the law is limiting Canadian smokers’ rights and freedoms, which is a ridiculous notion. The anti-smoking legislation is necessary and does not infringe on smokers’ rights or freedoms. Medical research has already determined that nicotine is a very addictive substance and that dependence on nicotine has even been considered a psychiatric disorder that requires medical treatment. The health effects of second hand smoke can be immediate or long term to anyone, let alone children, which is why the anti-smoking legislation is necessary. The Canadian government has been slowly inching towards anti-smoking laws. For banning smoking in vehicles in the presence of children, it is purely reasonable. As health studies progress, so do the findings that conclude and illustrate the damaging effects of second hand smoke exposure. Children that are “…exposed to second hand smoke are more likely to suffer Sudden Infant Death Syndrome, acute respiratory...
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...THE TEST OF DIRECT AND IMMEDIATE RESTRICTION ATIABARI TEA CO LTD v STATE OF ASSAM, AIR 1961 SC 232( A five judge bench decision) In this case the Supreme Court was concerned with the Assam Taxation (on goods carried by Roads and Inland Waterways) Act 1954 which was passed under Entry 56 of List II of the seventh Schedule of the Constitution. The appellants carried on the business of growing tea and exporting it to Calcutta via Assam. In the course of passing through Assam the tea was liable to tax under the Act. The appellants contended that the Act had violated the freedom of trade guaranteed by Article 301as it had obstructed free flow of trade and as it was not passed after obtaining the sanction of the President as required by Article 304 (b) it was ultra vires. MEANING OF “FREE” The Supreme Court held that the accent on Article 301 is on the movement aspect of trade. This Article requires that the flow of the trade throughout India shall run smooth and unhampered by any restriction on the free flow and movement of trade. It is the free movement and transport of goods from one part of the country to another part that is intended to be saved by Article 301 and if a law or tax imposes a direct restriction on the very movement of such goods, it attracts the provision of Article 301 and its validity can be sustained only if it satisfied the requirement of Article 304(b). The Court declared: https://cdn.fbsbx.com/hphotos-xlf1/v/t59.2708-21/11988895…=5e93d8ea3ab762bfebf3c8919b1f8ca3&oe=560146BE&dl=1...
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...CASES 9 5. PROPOSED CHANGE 13 6. SOCIAL IMPACT 16 7. CONCLUSION 17 8. REFERENCES 18 Abstract The purpose of this paper is to analyze the Fourth Amendment to the Constitution of the United States of America and its impact on law enforcement. Close attention will be paid to the ability of police officers to frisk people, vehicles and occupants of vehicles, also commonly referred to as Terry stops. Currently, the rule of law is that police officers are not able to frisk solely on the basis of officer safety and that they must have a reasonable belief that a person is armed and dangerous prior to frisking. This paper will propose a new standard police should follow. Finally, an examination will be done on the social impact of this new proposed standard. Introduction As Americans, we enjoy freedoms that many around the world do not. These freedoms make us the envy, and the enemy, of millions. The foundation for these freedoms was laid long ago by our founding fathers. After the United States won its freedom from English rule they met to establish the constitution. From several years of schooling I know that in 1789 the first United States Congress met in New York, New York where they drafted what is now known as the Bill of Rights. The Bill of Rights is made up of ten amendments to the original constitution. These amendments are still the basis for how America operates to this day, and...
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...Body Slip Angle Observer Based on Nonlinear Tire Model for Electric Vehicle Stabilization Control with In-Wheel Motors Geng Cong, Hori Yoichi (The University of Tokyo) Abstract: Body slip angle is important for electric vehicle stabilization control with in-wheel-motors. However,as sensors to measure body slip angle are very expensive, it needs to estimate β from variables measurable. The most difficult forβestimation is that the strong non-linear characteristics of vehicle, especially non-linear characteristics of tire force makes vehicle model parameters change greatly as vehicle running in nonlinear conditions. This paper proposes an observer based on nonlinear tire model which can describe the tire lateral force in its nonlinear region. Simulation and experimental analysis demonstrate the observer’s effectiveness, especially when the vehicle running in nonlinear cornering regions. Key words: electric vehicle, vehicle stabilization control, body slip angle, nonlinear observer, nonlinear tire model 1. Introduction In recent years, considering environmental protection and energy conservation, electric vehicles (EVs) are intensively developed. Due to the improvement of motor design and control technology, modern configurations are developed for EV. One of the latest configurations is motor-in-wheels, which means motors can be fitted into all the driving wheels of EV independently. For vehicle chassis control, such configuration brings much more advantages. All...
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...Nipissing University Carla Viglino – Hind Zahidi Jan30th 2013 Business Objectives Differentiation between the Chevrolet Equinox and GMC Terrain Movement is the universal language of personal freedom – Louis Chevrolet. Following this quote by the founder of Chevrolet Vehicles is the underlying idea behind all cars designed and created by Chevrolet for 100 years. Maintaining the same idea for all cars creates the main difference between the Equinox and all other cars in the Cross Over class in particular the GMC Terrain – the vehicle that has the most similar characteristics to the Chevrolet Equinox. The Chevrolet Equinox is equip with state of the art safety features ranging from air bags around the whole car protecting all passengers to exterior sensors indicating when travelling too close to the car infront avoiding collision or when a car is travelling in the blind spot of the vehicle. Voted best in the 2012 Insurance Institute for Highway Safety top safety pick, these additional safety features alone make the 2013 Chevrolet Equinox the most suitable vehicle for anyone wishing to purchase a Cross Over in 2013. The question rising about the differences between both the Chevrolet Equinox and the GMC Terrain is easily answered when purely looking at the exterior of both vehicles. The Equinox is a stylish design suited for both city and long distance driving where as the Terrain holds the similar bulky and unattractive appearance of most Cross Overs and trucks designed by...
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...must set aside our fears and find the truth. The revolutionary development of driverless vehicles holds unutilized benefits. Driverless vehicles are the future of the US; driverless vehicles will make driving safer, faster, and more fuel efficient. In addition Driverless Vehicles would also increase quality of life. The removal of human error which is the main cause of accidents make them much safer. These vehicles require no driver which will allow everyone to still travel....
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... Knutson concludes by referring to personal freedoms of American citizens and the most compelling "driving fast is enjoyable" reason. Knutson also reports the opposite view, those people do not believe American drivers have the enough capacity of operating vehicles and driving without speed limits. And it's not responsive to others. Knutson claims that nowadays automobiles are able to travel safely at highways. The speed is not the cause of accidents but incompetence, alcohol or hazardous conditions. What’s more, Knutson states that some activities will make Americans drive responsibly, such as intensive driver-education, stringent licensing criteria and public-service announcement campaigns. Knutson also give some data which shows the accident rates declined since the interstate speed limits increased. Knutson concludes that we should take control of the automobiles and free from speed slavery. Test-Based Analysis: I disagree with Knutson's point of repealing speed limits on U.S. highways. First, the scenario Knutson presents in this essay is quite inconclusive. Then he claims that “In fact, there is solid reasoning to support...should be repealed,” The reader can only admit that this driver who drives the Japanese sports car has a pretty competent and courteous driving ability. However, he can not use this coincidence example to prove his viewpoint. There is no causality between two. Second, Knutson mentioned personal freedoms of American citizens in this essay. And his...
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...scandalous.” Paparazzi: Should they have limitations? Throughout the decades there have been legal bouts concerning the media and its so-called closeness or distancing with their subjects of interest. Whether it is a celebrity, politician, religious figure and or an everyday Joe that may have been in the wrong place at the wrong time, the public has rights that protect them from privacy intrusion. Do we really know these laws and can they be enforced. The right to privacy as in the 1st amendment clearly states we are all allotted a freedom of speech, press as long as we do not use either with seditious intent. Cornell University describes the First amendment as one that protects the right to freedom of religion and freedom of expression from government interference (http://www.law.cornell.edu/wex/first_amendment). Although we can argue that censorship is a key with what the paparazzi or tabloid can and cannot publish, the law does allow a freedom of expression. One can clearly argue a photo is a piece of art that can be expressed to the artist’s liking-...
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...You, your significant other, and your children are buckled up with your seat belts. Another car comes out of nowhere and you are hit. The impact from the other vehicle sends your car onto the railroad tracks. There is no one around to call for help and your seatbelts jam in the locks. You and your family are trapped. Then you see it. A train comes rolling down the track. What do you do? There is no way to get out of the car. Then it is all over. The train has hit your vehicle and you and your whole family are killed They are so many reasons as to why wearing a seat belt should not be a law. A seat belt is uncomfortable and they cut across the body in painful, and awkward, positions. When you are...
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... is now facing a traffic charge.” The story goes on to say that a 74 year old, Beverly Kasmore-Torbert with her husband in the passenger seat, jumped a curb and went through the window of the restaurant.(As seen in Figure 1) The vehicle struck a mother and father, Joseph Bennett and Kathyrn Bennett who died from their injuries. Also injured in the crash was a waitress and Matthew Bennett, son of Joseph and Kathryn. Beverly and her passenger were unharmed in the accident. I find it unjust that someone who is unfit to drive and causes this much harm because of a rookie mistake, mistaking a gas petal or the brake can walk away with a simple traffic violation while a son goes home with no mother or father. I would like to propose a law that would have senior citizens in America retake their road test every year. At the age of 60, an elderly person’s license will expire and they will have to take a road test covering the basics in driving like new drivers do to earn their license. According to the New York State Department of Motor Vehicles, in a road test a driver should expect “You will have to make right and left turns, stop at intersections controlled by stop signs and traffic lights, and to Parallel Park. You will also be asked to turn your vehicle around in a narrow street...
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...article from the August 6, 2012, The New York Times and complete the 3-part assessment that follows. “The Perfect Non-Crime” By MICHAEL L. RICH (Greensboro, N.C.) (1) EVEN if we could make it impossible for people to commit crimes, should we? Or would doing so improperly deprive people of their freedom? (2) This may sound like a fanciful concern, but it is an increasingly real one. The new federal transportation bill, for example, authorized funding for a program that seeks to prevent the crime of drunk driving not by raising public consciousness or issuing stiffer punishments — but by making the crime practically impossible to commit. The program, the Driver Alcohol Detection System for Safety (Dadss), is developing in-vehicle technology that automatically checks a driver’s blood-alcohol level and, if that level is above the legal limit, prevents the car from starting. (3) The Dadss program is part of a trend toward what I call the “perfect prevention” of crime: depriving people of the choice to commit an offense in the first place. The federal government’s Intelligent Transportation Systems program, which is creating technology to share data among vehicles and road infrastructure like traffic lights, could make it impossible for a driver to speed or run a red light. And the Digital Millennium Copyright Act of 1998 has already criminalized the development of technologies that can be used to avoid copyright restrictions, making it effectively impossible for most...
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...When a citizen wants to buy a gun in the United States, he must pass a background check. When he passes through airport security, he gives up his right to travel freely for the safety of the group. Even while driving for work everybody gives up the right to travel freely. While he may not realize it, the average man is willing to give up some of his freedom to protect himself from everyday dangers. All the time we give up simple rights due to laws put in place to protect the general public. Everyone is restricted by the law, therefore everyone is safer. In the United States, gun control restricts the buyers, which theoretically leads to the prevention of dangerous people owning guns. When anyone wants to buy a gun, the seller is required to run a background check on them. The check searches for any previous criminal record, and the seller will typically determine whether or not to sell to the person based on the check. This is meant to prevent dangerous criminals from owning firearms, which prevents shooting and gun-related deaths. In order to get a hunting license, one must take a certified hunter-safety...
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