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This book describes the contributions of mathematics to the nation's advanced technology and to economic competitiveness. Examples from five industries-aircraft, petroleum, automotive, semiconductor, and telecommunications-illustrate how mathematics enters into and improves industry. Mathematical Sciences, Technology, and Economic Competitiveness addresses these high-technology industries and breadth of mathematical endeavors in the United States as they materially contribute to the technology base from which innovation in these industries flows. The book represents a serious attempt by the mathematics community to bring about an awareness by policymakers of the pervasive influence of mathematics in everyday life.Table of Contents FRONT MATTER EXECUTIVE SUMMARY 1 INTRODUCTION 2 KEY AMERICAN INDUSTRIES 3 THE PRODUCT CYCLE 4 THE TECHNOLOGY BASE 5 FINDINGS AND RECOMMENDATIONS REFERENCES APPENDIX A: STUDIES OF ADVANCED TECHNOLOGY APPENDIX B: STUDIES BY THE MATHEMATICAL SCIENCES COMMUNITY