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...Chinese-born Dr. Chieh-Chein Chang, head of the university's space sciences department, the indoor twister probably came closer to simulating a real tornado than any other artificial storm ever produced. By carefully analyzing its characteristics, Chang hopes to learn how to build structures that will better withstand the deadly twisters and perhaps point the way toward more accurate prediction and even prevention of tornadoes...
...team's performance last week-end showed that the team has more potential than any team in recent Harvard history but that it has not had enough practice to withstand the mounting pressure of a meet...
Brunt also criticized the admissions policy of the School for placing too much emphasis on preparation in a specific field, and not enough on such qualities as strength to withstand pressure...
...radicalism ran through Vietnam: while researching campaign speeches for a Congressional candidate in 1962, he had begun to raise questions which no one else was asking. As an unpretentious yet inspiring leader, sitting on the floor with his student friends, he gave the impression of determination, flexible enough to withstand most foreseeable setbacks, but strong enough to undertake the very long process of building a movement for significant change...
...heavier protons to penetrate space suits and the thin walls of a Lunar Excursion Module (LEM). Caught on the surface of the moon, astronauts might receive a fatal dose of proton radiation before they could return to their orbiting Apollo vehicle, which will be substantial enough to withstand the most severe solar bombardment yet recorded...