Office Supply Poster Boards

Communicate ideas and key information with these premium poster boards. With a large surface area, these poster boards are perfect for enhancing projects, giving presentations and displaying other items. These sturdy, thick premium boards are durable to resist creases or tears, making them ideal for placement in high-traffic areas. The bright white color of these Staples premium poster boards provides contrast for bold lettering or images, and the surface is easy to write on with markers, pens, and other mediums..Poster board is ideal for signs, posters, and mounting.Measures 22"H x 28"W overall.Comes in green.Share information or create visual displays with this 5-pack of Staples 22 x 28-inch white premium poster boards.

Polystyrene extruded foam laminated between two sheets of paper to form a lightweight but strong and rigid surface. Ideal for crafts, school projects, framing, mounting, displays, posters and exhibits. Easy-to-cut sheets have a smooth surface, and accept a wide range of media including paints. Sheets are 3⁄16" thick..Ideal for crafts, framing, mounting displays, exhibits, and school projects.20" x 30".3/16" thick.White foam board, lightweight but strong and rigid surface.Sheets are easy to cut

Produce stellar presentations for school projects, sales displays or business meetings with this black foam display boards. The foam material helps this display board stand steady while providing protection against water, ripping and tears, and the dark coloring acts as a high-contrast backdrop against whatever colors you use for presentations, making them easier to see. This Elmer's foam display board features prescored fold-out sides that deliver quick and easy setup..Presentation board is ideal for sales presentations, exhibits, and display purposes.Board dimensions: 30"H x 40"W.Lightweight and smooth foam display board is tri-fold and stands up by itself.Comes in black color.Smooth surface works with wide range of mediums including markers and paint

Display quality arts and crafts projects in your office with this poster board. A smooth coating on either side absorbs ink for great writing receptivity, while the generous dimensions offer ample space for displaying information and artwork. The bright white color makes art stand out and a UV-resistant surface resists fading and discoloration when exposed to sunlight. This Staples poster board is water-resistant to ensure inks are not washed out..Poster board is great for signs, posters, and presentations.Measures 14"H x 11"W overall.White two-side coated surface to maximize readability.Water-, UV-, and bleed-resistant.Five per pack.Meet your creative and artistic needs with this Staples poster board.

Create a custom display by using these white poster boards. These large sturdy boards are perfect for keeping on hand for projects, presentations, and other displays. The bright white surface provides high contrast for images or lettering, and the smooth surface is easy to mark on with a variety of writing implements and stick items to. These Staples white poster boards are thick and durable to resist tears or creases..Poster board is ideal for signs, posters, and mounting.Measures 22"H x 28"W overall.White surface to maximize readability.4-Ply.Display projects, create custom posters, and share other information with this 10-pack of Staples 22 x 28-inch white poster boards.

Communicate ideas and key information with these premium poster boards. With a large surface area, these poster boards are perfect for enhancing projects, giving presentations and displaying other items. These sturdy, thick premium boards are durable to resist creases or tears, making them ideal for placement in high-traffic areas. The bright white color of these Staples premium poster boards provides contrast for bold lettering or images, and the surface is easy to write on with markers, pens, and other mediums..Poster board is ideal for signs, posters, and mounting.Measures 22"H x 28"W overall.Comes in blue.Share information or create visual displays with this 5-pack of Staples 22 x 28-inch sky blue premium poster boards.

Communicate ideas and key information with these premium poster boards. With a large surface area, these poster boards are perfect for enhancing projects, giving presentations and displaying other items. These sturdy, thick premium boards are durable to resist creases or tears, making them ideal for placement in high-traffic areas. The bright white color of these Staples premium poster boards provides contrast for bold lettering or images, and the surface is easy to write on with markers, pens, and other mediums..Poster board is ideal for signs, posters, and mounting.Measures 22"H x 28"W overall.White surface to maximize readability.5 boards per pack.Share information or create visual displays with this 5-pack of Staples 22 x 28-inch white premium poster boards.

This uCreate convenient white packaged poster board is great for posters, signs, displays, and art projects. Its white finish is coated on one side only. The board is recyclable..Poster board is great for signs, posters, and mounting.Dimensions: 22" x 28".Comes in white.Recyclable for an environmentally-friendly choice.10 sheets per pack

Stock your office or schoolroom with this pack of white poster board. The surface works with everything from crayons to tempera paint, and colors stand out against the white background, meaning even oil pastels and thick poster colors are useable. This pack of Elmer's white poster board includes 50 sheets, which are large enough for signs and placards but small enough for easy use in presentations..White poster boards are ideal for signs, posters, and mounting.Measures 22"H x 28"W overall.White surface to maximize readability.Supply your schoolroom with this Elmer's white 22 x 28-inch poster board pack.

Grab the attention of your audience by using these sturdy foam boards both indoors and outdoors. A white surface on both sides provides a blank slate for universal use, while a tough core resists dents and warping. These Elmer's sturdy foam boards features a large surface that's suitable for signs, displays and 3D art projects yet is lightweight enough to move from one place to another..Poster board is ideal for signs, posters, and mounting.Measures 30"H x 40"W overall.White surface to maximize readability.3/16" thick core to prevent warping and dents.Pack of 10 foam boards.Design impactful presentations with these Elmer's 30 x 40-inch sturdy foam boards.

Create eye-catching presentations with these versatile foam boards. A smooth white surface on both sides lets you make use of one or both sides simultaneously, while removable panels make artwork easy to adjust or change. The resilient polystyrene core helps enhance durability by resisting dents and warping. These Elmer's foam boards are lightweight for portability and come with a carrying case for convenience and neat storage..Poster board is ideal for signs, posters, and mounting.Measures 20"H x 30"W overall.White surface to maximize readability.Pack of 10 foam boards.Touch up your professional presentations with these Elmer's foam boards.

Great for making small posters, signs, announcements, charts and art projects. The smaller size and sheet count is perfect for home or office use. White finish is coated on one side only. Each pack includes 5 sheets. Measures 11" x 14". Sold as a set of 12 packs, 60 sheets total..Ideal for small posters, signs, announcements, charts and art projects.Sheets measure 11" x 14".Each pack includes 5 sheets, sold as 12 packs, 60 poster boards total

Print custom posters and attention-grabbing signs with these poster boards. Compatibility with laser and inkjet printers makes it easy to produce detailed images and clean text across multiple projects. These Royal Brites E-Z Print white poster boards are made from thick, rugged material that offers lasting durability, stands up to water damage, and resists fading over time, suitable for creating long-lasting signs and displays.Poster board for printing custom indoor and outdoor signs, posters, or it can be used as a mounting surface.Dimensions: 14"H x 8.5"W.Smooth matte white surface to maximize readability.Water- and fade-resistant.Ideal for use with laser and inkjet printers or as a mounting surface.Great for your school, home, and office projects.15 sheets per pack.Create professional-quality displays with this 15-pack of Royal Brites E-Z Print white poster boards.

Deliver stunning presentations that are easy to follow by using this white corrugated display board. The white coloring makes this display board a high-contrast backdrop against any colors you use, while the sturdy corrugated construction holds it steady and provides durability against rips and splitting. This Elmer's corrugated display board features a tri-fold design that opens to 36 x 48 inches, so there's plenty of room for school projects or business presentations..Presentation board is ideal for sales presentations, exhibits, and display purposes.Board dimensions: 36"H x 48"W.Double-ply, corrugated project board with smooth surface is easy to cut and great for writing and pasting.Comes in white.Create eye-catching presentations that are easy to see from multiple angles by using this Staples white corrugated display board.

Smooth surface with resilient polystyrene core resists denting and crushing.One color through the core.CFC free, 3/16" thick.48" x 36"

Make your posters stand out with this frame board pack. The sparkle borders add life to projects, while the white color supports the creation of eye-catching designs. This ArtSkills glitter frame board pack provides five options and wide surfaces, offering flexibility..Poster board is ideal for signs, posters, and mounting.Measures 11"H x 14"W overall.Assorted colors surface.Ensure the right finish for your projects with this ArtSkills glitter frame board pack.

Capture the attention of your audience easily with these colored poster boards. A smooth, uniform finish with fade-resistant color on either side lets you work on both surfaces interchangeably or simultaneously, while the four-ply thickness helps enhance durability. These Pacon colored poster boards are available in a pack of 25 sheets with different colors, providing a variety of different backgrounds..Poster board is ideal for signs, posters, and mounting.Measures 28"H x 22"W overall.Assorted-color surface to maximize readability.Boost your art or business presentation with these Pacon four-ply colored poster boards.

Colored four-ply poster board great for construction, art projects, mats, mounting, block printing, painting, markers, stenciling and posters..Size: 28"(H) x 22"(W).Light Blue.Art board type: Poster.Paper weight: 17 pt.Great for construction, art projects, mats, mounting, block printing, painting, markers, stencilling and posters.Rigid board has smooth uniform finish on front and back.25 sheets per

Deliver stunning presentations that are easy to follow by using this white corrugated display board. The white coloring makes this display board a high-contrast backdrop against any colors you use, while the sturdy corrugated construction holds it steady and provides durability against rips and splitting. This Elmer's corrugated display board features a tri-fold design that opens to 36 x 48 inches, so there's plenty of room for school projects or business presentations..Presentation board is ideal for sales presentations, exhibits, and display purposes.Board dimensions: 36"H x 48"W.Double-ply, corrugated project board with smooth surface is easy to cut and great for writing and pasting.Comes in white.Create eye-catching presentations that are easy to see from multiple angles by using this Elmer's white corrugated display board.

Make sure letters line up neatly with this grid poster board. White stock provides a beautiful contrast against colored markers and stickers, and faint gray lines serve as guides to ensure text, charts and images align. At 0.15 inches thick, the premium paper provides stability for photo collages, art displays, and presentations. This ArtSkills Invisi-guide poster board measures 22 x 28 inches, offering ample space for use vertically or horizontally..Poster board is great for signs, posters, and presentations.Measures 22"H x 28"W overall.White with light gray lines surface to maximize readability.Create eye-catching signs with ArtSkills Invisi-guide poster board.

Economy poster board in a reclosable carton for easy storage. A great value for all types of classroom projects. Assortment contains 10 sheets each of five primary colors: Black, Blue, Red, Yellow and Green. Recycled and recyclable..Light-weight poster board for arts & crafts.Size: 22" x 28".Economy poster board in a reclosable carton for easy storage.A great value for all types of classroom projects.Includes 10 sheets each of 5 primary colors - black, blue, red, yellow, and green.50 sheets/pack.Assorted super value poster board is great value for all types of classroom projects.

Pacon 4-Ply Railroad poster board in white color measures 28" x 22" and has a smooth uniform finish on both sides. Board is perfect for art projects, markers, stenciling and posters, sold as 100 sheets per pack. This poster board is thick, so you can use paint, markers, and other writing instruments on it without worrying the color bleeding through. This Pacon four-ply railroad poster board also stands up to rough handling..Railroad board is great for construction, art projects, mats, mounting, block printing, painting, markers, stenciling and posters.Size: 28"(H) x 22"(W).4 ply (14 point) posterboard.Color: White.100 sheets in carton.Great for construction, art projects, mats, mounting, block printing, painting, markers, stenciling and posters.Same color on both sides

Pacon 4-Ply Railroad board is great for construction, art projects, mats, mounting, block printing, painting, markers, stenciling, posters, and works well for anchor charts. Brilliantly colored on both sides with a smooth uniform finish. Recycled and recyclable. Measures 22" x 28". Includes 100 sheets, 10 sheets each of Dark Blue, Holiday Green, Pink, Brown, Magenta, Lemon Yellow, Red, Orange, Black and Light Blue..Railroad board is great for construction, art projects, mats, mounting, block printing, painting, markers, stenciling and posters.Size: 28"(H) x 22"(W).4 ply (14 point) posterboard.Color: Assorted.100 sheets in carton.Brilliantly colored on both sides with a smooth uniform finish.Same color on both sides

Foam board is ideal for presentations, signs and school projects. Lightweight, rigid design resists denting and crushing. The resilient polystyrene core bounces back after cutting to keep the board uniform edge to edge. The smooth surface satisfies a wide range of mediums including markers and paint. It is perfect for crafts, school projects, framing and mounting..Ideal for presentations, signs and school projects.Board dimensions: 30"H x 20"W.Includes smooth, clay-coated surface for screen painting or mounting.Cut easily to the size you need.Resilient, 3/16" thick core resists dents and is free of chlorofluorocarbons (CFC-free).30" Height x 20" Width - Black Foam Board Surface

Royal Brites ultra-brite rainbow dazzle poster board is excellent for creating signs, charts, arts and crafts, presentations, school and office projects, and more. Each case contains 25 sheets of 28" x 22" rainbow dazzle poster board..Poster board is excellent for creating signs, charts, arts and crafts, presentations, school and office projects.Dimensions: 28" x 22".Rainbow dazzle design.Case contains 25 sheets of rainbow dazzle poster board

Perfect for projects and presentations. Clean white design makes colors more visible and pictures pop. Economy, light weight poster board comes in a reclosable carton for easy storage. Perfect for projects and presentations. Clean design makes colors more visible and pictures pop. Matte finish on both sides..White economy, light weight poster board comes in a reclosable carton for easy storage.Size: 22x28".50 sheets/box.4-ply.Matte finish on both sides.11 point stock

The ArtSkills® small pre-cut poster board measures 11" x 14" and is great for any posters, sign or project. Add bright eye-catching neon colors to your project using this poster board, sold as 5 per pack..Dimensions: 11" x 14".Packaging: 5 per pack.Perfect for any posters, sign or project.Bright eye-catching neon colors.Don't be square use poster shapes.Small pre cut poster board shapes measures 11" x 14" and includes bright eye-catching neon colors.

The Staples dual-color foam board is lightweight, sturdy, and easy to handle. The smooth bold-color surface easily accepts markers, paints, and adhesives. Perfect for crafts, framing, mounting displays, home, and school projects..Lightweight dual-color foam board perfect for crafts, framing, mounting displays, home and school projects.Dimensions: 20" x 30".Smooth bold-color surface easily accepts markers, paints, and adhesives.Different color on each side: yellow on one and red on the other.Made in USA!

Produce stellar presentations for school projects, sales displays or business meetings with this black foam display boards. The foam material helps this display board stand steady while providing protection against water, ripping and tears, and the dark coloring acts as a high-contrast backdrop against whatever colors you use for presentations, making them easier to see. This Elmer's foam display board features prescored fold-out sides that deliver quick and easy setup..Presentation board is ideal for sales presentations, exhibits, and display purposes.Board dimensions: 36"H x 48"W.Lightweight and smooth foam display board is tri-fold and stands up by itself.Comes in black color.Smooth surface works with wide range of mediums including markers and paint.Get a sturdy, dark background to help presentations stand out with this Elmer's 36 x 48-inch black foam display boards.

Attract attention to any sign, art project or display with this five-pack of sturdy, lightweight poster boards. These vibrantly colored Riverside Paper poster boards are fade-resistant to help keep any project looking vivid..Poster board is ideal for signs, posters, and mounting.Overall dimensions: 22"H x 28"W.Comes in hot red, hot pink, hot orange, hot lemon, and hot lime fade-resistant colors on two sides with a smooth, hard finish.25 boards per carton for use in multiple projects.Recyclable for an environmentally-friendly choice.Five each of neon red, neon pink, neon green, neon orange and neon yellow.Create eye-catching signs and dramatic presentations by using this neon-colored Riverside Paper poster board.

Four-ply poster board is brilliantly colored on both sides. Great for construction, art projects, mats, mounting, block printing, painting, markers, stenciling and posters..Smooth uniform finish 4 ply Railroad Board.Perfect for posters, signs, mounting art projects and block printing.22" x 28" sheets.4-ply poster board is brilliantly colored on both sides.Great for construction, art projects, mats, mounting, block printing and more.25 / Carton

Railroad board is great for construction, art projects, mats, mounting, block printing, painting, markers, stenciling, posters, and works well for anchor charts. Brilliantly colored on both sides with a smooth uniform finish. Recycled and recyclable. Measures 22" x 28". Includes 25 sheets..Ideal for construction/art projects, mats, mounting, stenciling, posters, and anchor charts.22" x 28".Uncoated finish, colored on both sides.4-Ply (14 pt.) construction.100% recycled with 55% post consumer content.Includes 25 sheets

Bring displays to life with this self-standing trifold board. This sturdy aid can handle markers, paints, embellishments, and adhesives, making it suitable for projects ranging from science fair displays to professional business presentations. A lightweight foam construction makes it easily transportable from the car to the office or classroom, and a foldable structure makes it ideal for storage. This large Elmer's white foam display board has a smooth interior that adds a polished flair to any project..Presentation board is ideal for sales presentations, exhibits, and display purposes.Board dimensions: 36"H x 48"W.Lightweight and smooth foam display board is tri-fold and stands up by itself.Comes in white.Smooth surface works with wide range of mediums including markers and paint.The dimensions of closed board: 36"H x 24"W.Create projects that stand out with this Staples sleek white foam display board.

Print professional-looking signs and announcements with these fluorescent neon poster boards. A 10-pack assortment of fluorescent hues makes these boards ideal for printing presentation materials and documents that require immediate attention. These Royal Brites 2 Cool E-Z Print fluorescent neon poster boards are light enough to slide through laser or inkjet printers without jamming and sturdy enough for use as a stable mounting surface..Poster board for printing custom indoor and outdoor signs, posters, or as a mounting surface.Dimensions: 14"H x 8.5"W.Comes in assorted fluorescent neon colors: pink and canary, red and green.Double-sided board allows for front and back display.Water- and fade-resistant.Ideal for use with laser and inkjet printers or as a mounting surface.Great for your school, home, and office projects.10 sheets per pack.Catch the eyes of passersby with these Royal Brites 2 Cool E-Z Print fluorescent neon poster boards.

Premium White poster board with a 1/2" disappearing grid. The faint grid makes it easy to line up words, charts or graphs. Great for home, school or office applications. Easily make the perfect display every time with the Ghostline grid. Measures 22" x 28". Includes 25 sheets..Premium 18 pt. thickness.Features a 1/2" faint Ghostline® grid pattern.Grid on one side only.Easy to line up words, charts and graphs.Great for posters, displays, and charts

You won't be disappointed in this true 18 point HEAVY Coated Poster Board. It's colored on both sides with a durable smooth finish that does not bleed when moistened. Colors have superior brilliance and fade-resistance. Each sheet is individually labeled with a colorful, removable UPC sticker. 25 sheets per carton. Acid free and recyclable..Heavy Poster Board.Size: 28"(H) x 22"(W).Acid free posterboard.Color: Black.25 sheets in carton

Railroad board is great for construction, art projects, mats, mounting, block printing, painting, markers, stenciling and posters. Brilliantly colored on both sides with a smooth uniform finish. Available in 16 colors. Sheet size, 22" x 28"..Poster Board is great for construction, art projects, mats, mounting, block printing, painting, markers, stenciling and posters.Size: 28" x 22".For all Age groups.Poster Board.Brilliantly colored on both sides with a smooth uniform finish.Sheet size, 22" x 28", 6-Ply 25 Sheet

This Royal Brites premium white poster board is sturdy enough for a photo display or presentation..This poster board is a perfect choice to achieve harmonious proportions and balance in a project.Dimensions: 18" x 14".Made of 18 pt. heavyweight cardstock.Comes in white.Five poster boards per pack.Fits perfectly in a 16″ x 20″ frame.Great for presentations, school projects, and more.Water- and fade-resistant smooth, white surface is perfect for use with paints, markers, pencils, and adhesives

Give presentations that turn heads with these assorted poster boards. The five included colors help signs and presentations grab the audience's attention, while the large 11 x 14-inch dimensions provide plenty of space for information. These Royal Brites premium coated poster boards have a high-quality coating for bright and professional presentations, and the UV-resistant and water-resistant finish protects your creations..Poster board is great for signs, posters, and presentations.Measures 14"H x 11"W overall.Assorted fluorescent neon colors: red, canary, orange, green, and pink.Double-sided board allows front and back display.Water-, UV-, and bleed-resistant.Five per pack.Create vibrant signs and charts with this 5-pack of Royal Brites premium coated poster boards.

This 14 point poster board is colored on both sides and coated on one side. High strength, bleach kraft base stock is coated for a variety of applications. Coating provides a durable smooth finish that does not bleed when moistened. Each sheet is individually UPC coded. Fade-resistant and acid-free. Includes 25 sheets. Recyclable. Measures 22" x 28"..Poster Board is great for construction, art projects, mats, mounting, block printing, painting, markers, stenciling and posters.Size: 22"W x 28"H.Coated One side.White coloring.14 point.25 sheets/pack

A convenient assortment of 50 sheets of 22" x 28", 4-ply poster board. Assortment contains five sheets each of 10 colors. Colors include: Black, White, Red, Orange, Lemon Yellow, Holiday Green, Dark Blue, Light Blue, Magenta and Purple. Recycled and recyclable..Poster Boards.Ideal for all grade levels.Size: 22" x 28".14 pt. thickness.Comes in a reclosable storage carton.Colored on both sides.100% recycled with 55% post consumer content.Ideal for construction/art projects, mats, mounting, stenciling, posters, and anchor charts

Glue diagrams and flow charts on this six-ply black poster board. It's coated for strength and resists bleeding even when wet, and the fade-resistant, acid-free surface lets you keep displays for years. This Pacon composition board comes 25 sheets per pack, so you can make multiple exhibits..Poster board is ideal for signs, posters, and mounting.Dimensions: 22"H x 28"W.High strength bleach kraft base stock is coated for a variety of applications.Comes in black color.The matte surface is perfect for mounting and provides less smearing when using markers.Made of acid-free, archival-quality material for long use.25 boards per pack for use in multiple projects.Create professional-looking presentation materials with this Pacon 22 x 28-inch black poster board.

Railroad board is great for construction, art projects, mats, mounting, block printing, painting, markers, stenciling, posters, and works well for anchor charts. Brilliantly colored on both sides with a smooth uniform finish. Recycled and recyclable. Measures 22" x 28". Includes 25 sheets..Ideal for construction/art projects, mats, mounting, stenciling, posters, and anchor charts.22" x 28".Uncoated finish, colored on both sides.4-Ply (14 pt.) construction.100% recycled with 55% post consumer content.Includes 25 sheets

Instant Personal Poster Sets by Scholastic Teaching Resources makes learning a fun experience. With fill-in poster template and different activities, it is ideal for grade 3 to 6 students..Publisher: Teaching Resources.Author Name: Scholastic Teaching Resources.Publishing Date: February 1, 2000.Language: English.ISBN -10: 0439152917.ISBN -13: 978-0439152914.Shipping Weight: 2.4 lbs.Beat the book report blues, put a fresh spin on traditional state reports and have the perfect ice breaker for the start for the start of the school year all while sharpening students writing skills.17x22".Instant Personal Poster Sets by Scholastic Teaching Resources makes learning a fun experience

Showcase spreadsheets, graphics, and other display documents with this Silver Gem and white poster board. Generous dimensions provide ample room to add labels and other types of mixed media, while the crisp white background helps your ideas stand out. With a framed border, this ArtSkills 22 x 28-inch Silver Gem and white poster board delivers a polished look..Framed poster board in white/silver gem.Dimensions: 22"H x 28"W.This poster board features a prefinished frame that will make your project look clean and finished before you even start.Just add a message and some images to this board and your project is complete.One board per pack.Give professional presentations and school projects a perfect finishing touch with this ArtSkills 22 x 28-inch framed Silver Gem and white poster board.

Royal Brites® Two cool poster board in pink/canary color measures 22" x 28" and is UV resistant to maintain the same color. Water resistant poster board prevents inks from washing out and is sold as 5 per pack..22" x 28".5/Pack.Pink/canary double sided.220 gsm.Smooth coating applied on each side of poster board.UV resistant - color will stay the same.Water resistant - prevents inks from washing out.Royal Brites® Two cool poster board in pink/canary color is double sided and has smooth coating on each side.

Railroad board is great for construction, art projects, mats, mounting, block printing, painting, markers, stenciling and posters. Board is brilliantly colored on both sides with a smooth uniform finish. Four-ply board is also recyclable..Great for construction, art projects, mats, mounting, block printing, painting, markers and posters.Brilliantly colored on both sides with a smooth uniform finish.4-ply.25 sheets / carton.Same color and finish on both sides

Pacon® Poster board in yellow color measuring 22" x 28" offers 6-ply durable smooth finish coated surface that does not bleed when moistened. Board is suitable for grade toddler 9/3 - 14 yrs..Yellow.Surface material: Coated 6-ply.Dimensions: 22"(W) x 28"(L).Ages and grades: Ages 3 - 14 years and grades toddler - 9th.Package quantity: 25 sheets/pack.High strength bleach kraft base stock is coated for a variety of applications.The common core standard is listed on the back of each card a handy tracking sheet and complete answer keys are included, 80 pages.Fade-resistant and acid free.Pacon® Poster board features high strength bleach kraft base and is ideal for a variety of applications.