RESOURCE

Engineering & Technology for a Sustainable World

Buried Alive ... 7
Hundreds have lost their lives in grain bin accidents over the past 30 years but Purdue University safety specialists hope to change the trend. Training rescue workers is one method that could help prevent deaths.

Floating Toilets ... 9
The U.S. National Park Service and ARAMARK company developed a method to provide waste removal facilities between the five marinas on Lake Powell in Utah and Arizona. The floating systems accept waste from boats.

Theory of Engine Evolution ... 11
Over the last decade, researchers at University of Wisconsin-Madison's Engine Research Center have been developing a transient, three-dimensional computer model for simulating the injection, combustion and emissions formation processes occurring inside internal combustion engines.

From Point A to Point B ... 13
A multi-agency Management Systems Evaluation Areas (MSEA) Program study shows that first-order kinetics and soil heterogeneity control agrichemical transport through the soil matrix. Soil type and agricultural practices affect nitrate leaching through the root zone.

Inside ASAE

Sacramento -- A Great Venue for 2001 ... 19
The 2001 ASAE Annual International Meeting is being held in Sacramento, Calif., and will be hosted by the California/Nevada section of ASAE. Discover some interesting facts about the area that may not be familiar to many people.

Professional Development ... 20
AETC, Irrigation Symposium

Chisel Plow Dedicated as Historical Landmark ... 21

Environmental Group Energizing Efforts ... 21

Winning Student Papers Now Online ... 21

Call for ASAE Fellow Nominations ... 21

Leadership Citation Nominations Due ... 21

A Word From the President ... 22
Our Mission Remains Clear

Member News ... 23
R. Wayne Skaggs, David E. Brune, Thomas J. Brumm, R. Mack Strickland, Jack C. Norbeck, Do Sup Chung

In Memoriam ... 24
Karl A. Snyder, Earle K. Rambo

Thank You for Member Referrals ... 24

Welcome New Members ... 25

Events Calendar ... 26

Departments

From the Manufacturers ... 2

Update ... 3

Business Briefs ... 15

Personnel Service ... 29

Professional Listings ... 32

Last Word (reader opinion) - Take A Hike ... 33
A serene walk along the Appalachian Trail can be uplifting as one enjoys the wonders of nature. However, environmental problems that harm the flora and fauna can make the experience less pleasurable. Agricultural and biological engineers should do their part to improve such public areas for future hikers to enjoy.

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