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An abstract is a short statement -- generally fewer than 150 words -- of the contents of a report, paper or other document. Few scientists, engineers, or managers have the time to read every paper that comes their way; they depend on the abstract. A well-written abstract is the best of way of making sure your vitally-important report reaches the right people.
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Some Common Formats for Organizing Technical Writing
A list of ten common formats for technical writing.
Smith, Michael. York University (2003). Articles>Writing>Genre
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Technical Articles and Reports
In the U.S. and Canada, there are more than 6,000 business, technical, academic, scientific and trade publications, which among them publish several hundred technical articles a year. Technical publications are the vehicles through which engineers and scientists communicate with their peers in other fields. Academic journals are the vehicles they use to communicate within their own field.
Smith, Michael. York University. Articles>Writing>Engineering>Technical Writing
