CarTest Software

Java Applications
	CarTest 2000: CarTest 2000 is an automobile maximum acceleration computer simulation. The program uses the specifications for an automobile to mathematically accelerate the car from a standing or rolling start until maximum speed is reached. The simulation is time-based and event-driven. That is, the acceleration times are not explicitly calculated but, rather, time progresses at small increments and the usual events that take place during acceleration: clutch dump, wheelspin, shifting, etc. happen in proper course. The acceleration times are arbitrary milestones that are reached during the car's response to these events. The database currently contains data for over 2390 cars.
	JBallistics: JBallistics is a projectile trajectory calculation program. A database is provided for quick access to ballistics data for over 1500 cartridges and bullets. Different complexities of models are included ranging from a simple Vacuum Trajectory, a Point Mass Model, up to an advanced Modified Point Mass Model. Aerodynamic coefficient prediction models are used to provide the more complex inputs to this algorithm. Serious shooters can use the calculation functions to compute the ballistic coefficients for a number of standard drag functions using chronograph data. Alternatively, custom drag functions and ballistic coefficients can be derived from projectile shape parameters.
	FlightPlanner 2: FlightPlanner is a flight planning tool designed to make the preparation of flight plans quick and easy. Using supplied Sectionals and Terminal Area Charts, navigation plans are constructed with the click of a mouse. An included database of US Airports, Navaids, and Fixes automates the process of determining distances and courses between checkpoints. Performance data tables for various aircraft verify climb and cruise capabilities as well as fuel consumption. A US terrain elevation database is used to monitor appropriate altitude selections. Convenient aeronautical calculation functions provide additional flight planning assistance.
	FinanceMaster 2: FinanceMaster is a personal finance management system containing functions for financial analysis as well as recordkeeping. Evaluate the performance of your investments. Perform numerous financial calculations. Analyze a variety of alternative financial scenarios to assist with financial decisions. Keep track of checks written, credit card purchases, and activity in your investment accounts. Inventory your assets. Prepare and monitor your budget. Estimate your tax liability and compute capital gains for your return. Print a current financial statement. Numerous reports make it easy to know your finances. Security functions keep your data private.

Message Board Software

Image Uploader: The Image Uploader is a utility that permits a visitor to your web site or message board to upload an image from their computer to your host server. That way the image is available on the internet accessed through it's own URL for viewing or for linking in a message board or guestbook post message. A versatile image viewer is also provided.

Spellchecker: The Spell Checker is a utility plug-in that interfaces with any html script that uses a 'textarea' tag to enter text. The entered text is checked for spelling through an interactive window that guides the user word by word through the misspellings and the list of suggested corrections.

Message Board Software
	Image Uploader: The Image Uploader is a utility that permits a visitor to your web site or message board to upload an image from their computer to your host server. That way the image is available on the internet accessed through it's own URL for viewing or for linking in a message board or guestbook post message. A versatile image viewer is also provided.
	Spellchecker: The Spell Checker is a utility plug-in that interfaces with any html script that uses a 'textarea' tag to enter text. The entered text is checked for spelling through an interactive window that guides the user word by word through the misspellings and the list of suggested corrections.

Motorcycle Mods & Maintenance

Pat's Motorcycle Page: Each of the 40 modifications and 20 maintenance procedures documented is described in great detail through text and high-resolution images. Helpful tips are also included to try to make the process as enjoyable or as painless as possible. Also included are technical specifications and a CarTest 2000 Applet for comparing the performance of some selected motorcycles.

Motorcycle Mods & Maintenance
	Pat's Motorcycle Page: Each of the 40 modifications and 20 maintenance procedures documented is described in great detail through text and high-resolution images. Helpful tips are also included to try to make the process as enjoyable or as painless as possible. Also included are technical specifications and a CarTest 2000 Applet for comparing the performance of some selected motorcycles.

DOS Programs

CarTest (Version 4.5): An Automobile Maximum Acceleration Simulation. The data base contains specifications on over 900 foreign and domestic cars. There is a French language version of CarTest available. If interested, please e-mail for further information. The predecessor to CarTest 2000.

PoolMaster (Version 4.2): A Pool, Billiards, and Snooker Simulation. If you enjoy playing pool, you'll have fun just watching the computer run balls in any of your favorite games. The computer does on the screen what I can't seem to do in real life.

FinanceMaster (Version 3.1): A Personal Finance Management System. This program has a mostly text-based user interface but has loads and loads of features.

FlightPlanner (Version 1.4): A Flight Planning Computer Aid. Even with all the way points and altitudes pre-selected, it would take me an hour or so to compute the headings and fuel consumption using the latest weather data just before each flight. So, I wrote this program and now it takes me just a few minutes to prepare an up-to-date flight plan before going flying. It makes me a safer pilot.

	CarTest (Version 4.5): An Automobile Maximum Acceleration Simulation. The data base contains specifications on over 900 foreign and domestic cars. There is a French language version of CarTest available. If interested, please e-mail for further information. The predecessor to CarTest 2000.
	PoolMaster (Version 4.2): A Pool, Billiards, and Snooker Simulation. If you enjoy playing pool, you'll have fun just watching the computer run balls in any of your favorite games. The computer does on the screen what I can't seem to do in real life.
	FinanceMaster (Version 3.1): A Personal Finance Management System. This program has a mostly text-based user interface but has loads and loads of features.
	FlightPlanner (Version 1.4): A Flight Planning Computer Aid. Even with all the way points and altitudes pre-selected, it would take me an hour or so to compute the headings and fuel consumption using the latest weather data just before each flight. So, I wrote this program and now it takes me just a few minutes to prepare an up-to-date flight plan before going flying. It makes me a safer pilot.