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H C Stockbridge

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The psycho-social consequences of aircraft noise.

The paper describes and compares various methods of investigating the social disamentity caused by aircraft noise. These methods include social surveys,the analysis of complaints, and direct observation. Each has practical, political and statistical advantages and disadvantages. The effects of aircraft noise are also discussed and the conclusion is drawn that if social pressure continues to be applied, the technologists can and will quieten aircraft engines.

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Scale design of metric rules and slide rules.

The design of metric draughtsmen's scale rules is discussed as if they were indicating instruments with straight scales. A minimum distance between marks of 1 mm is recommended and some suggestions for experimental designs are made. Slide rules are also considered with a view to improving their legibility.

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