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MINEA – Moored Mine
The Multi-influence naval mines MINEA are the most advanced naval mines which are made nowadays, and they are also considered as strategic systems for military usage.
MINEA Moored Mine is equipped with sensors for the detection and processing of the magnetic, electric, pressure and acoustic signatures, specifically:
- Triaxial magnetic sensor.
- Triaxial electric sensor, UEP and ELFE.
- Acoustic sensor.
- Pressure sensor.
Moreover, its electronics and sensors may be configured by a control unit.
We also have training version which allows multiples uses. Exercise mine includes a self-recovery system controlled by means of an acoustic link.
This Exercise MINEA version may be used for MCM training and to gather intelligence information through the measuring and recording of ship signatures. The knowledge of this intelligence is essential to program the fire algorithm of the Combat units.


text: The temperature dependence of the first-order magnetic anisotropy constant has been investigated for off-stoichiometric chemically ordered L10, Fe45Pt55 nanoparticle samples. A representative sample shows an anisotropy energy density of Ku=0.7×107 erg/cm3 and a thermal stability factor of KuV/kBT=77 at room temperature. With decreasing temperature, from room temperature to 5 K, a 50% increase of Ku, accompanied by a 25% increase of the saturation magnetization MS is observed. The temperature dependence of Ku is explained on the basis of the spin-Hamiltonian approach with an Fe effective spin. The estimated median "magnetic" grain size, obtained from time-dependent measurements, decreases by about 15% with decreasing temperature from 298 to 100 K. This magnetic grain size reduction is attributed to the decrease of the superparamagnetic fraction in the FePt nanoparticle sample. © 2003 American Institute of Physics.

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Of moms and men: what two small words reveal about big social changes
The Oxford English Dictionary's evidence files reveal an interesting trend: in recent years, the number of phrases designating types of mothers (on the model of [X] mother) has grown much faster than the number of comparable terms for fathers. Since 1990, OED has tracked roughly 40% more maternal terms than their paternal counterparts. But why are there more kinds of mothers than fathers?
From soccer moms to yummy mummies
Mom's high lexical profile dates back at least as far as the 1996 US Presidential election, when a new demographic group, the suburban soccer mom, was regarded as a crucial category of swing voter (although the term itself goes back much further, to 1973). Since then, pollsters, pundits, and politicians have coined ever more variations on the theme, describing post-9/11 security moms, northern hockey moms, and pervasive minivan moms. In the UK, where impossibly attractive female parents are yummy mummies, that convenient rhyme has also begotten the hapless slummy mummy and the misguided chummy mummy. Most recently, the stereotype of the pushy Chinese Tiger Mother, coined in the title of Amy Chua's book, has dominated playground conversations from Los Angeles to London, as parents debate the relative merits of a demanding, allegedly Asian method of child-rearing and a lenient so-called Western style. The speed with which this term leapt from publisher press-release to common parlance suggests that it struck a deep chord in contemporary society.
Of course, when it comes to compounds, nouns can be modifier (mom [X]) as well as modified. Thus, maternal neologizing has brought us unfashionable mom jeans and unsightly mummy tummies. Women who cease working to spend time with their young children are on the mommy track, and may choose to write a mommy blog. In most cases, we see versions of these terms with both the American mom/mommy and the British mum/mummy, suggesting that similar forces are in play on both sides of the Atlantic. It is tempting to chalk this international lexical explosion up to yet another mom term: the so-called mommy wars between stay-at-home mothers and their working counterparts. As a new generation of mothers navigates between the twin shoals of neglectful career mom and overbearing helicopter parent, new terminology is spawned of necessity by a language struggling to stay abreast. Of course there are new dad phrases in the OED files as well (dad dancing is among the better attested ones), but not as many. Another masculine word, however, has been dwarfing both parents as a creator of new words and compounds: man.
Man has begotten a bevy of new phrases in recent years. In fact, a semi-scientific survey of the OED files shows as many compounds built on man– as on mother words and father words combined. Manbag, a man's handbag, hit the scene in 1968, and there has been an avalanche of similar formations in the years since. Many of these follow the example of man bag in referring to a male version of something typically regarded as feminine, like mandal (a blend of man and sandal), or man boobs (self-explanatory; aka moobs). Some manwords reveal consciousness of a potential homosexual subtext, like man hug (denoting a half-handshake/half-embrace between two men; aka bro hug) or man date; others, like man cave or man flu, denote amusing male peculiarities. What all of these terms share (besides their first three letters) is a sense of modern masculinity as an area of flux and re-examination. Like motherhood, manhood is a popular topic of conversation today simply because we have so much to say about it, and our vocabulary is doing its best to keep up. Cultural change, as always, is the mother of lexical invention.
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text: The Banded Stilt is a plump-bodied wader, with long orange or pink legs. Adult males and females are similar. The head and body is white with a broad chestnut band across the breast, extending down to the belly. This band fades or even disappears when the birds are not breeding. The wings are black with a conspicuous white trailing edge in flight. The eyes are brown and the black bill slender and straight. Immature stilts do not have black or chestnut on the underparts, the wings are brown and the legs are dull pink. Banded Stilts commonly gather in small parties or large flocks.This species may also be called the Bishop or Rottnest Stilt.


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Preserving key historic bridges is important to Minnesota's engineering heritage and generates tourism and economic benefits for local communities. Evaluating bridges before projects begin allows us to continue to preserve these important structures.
When to use this subject
There are over 200 historic bridges in the state. In 2008, the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA), State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO), United States Army Corps of Engineers (COE), and MnDOT signed a historic bridge programmatic agreement to streamline the federal historic review of both MnDOT and local bridge projects when federal funds or permits are involved. This agreement eliminates the need to evaluate every bridge over 50 years old before projects can begin, thereby reducing costs and delays. Bridges built prior to 1971 have already been evaluated for possible historic value.
For any project with a bridge that is 45 years old or older, contact MnDOT Cultural Resource Unit for further information on eligibility, funding implications, and Historic Bridge Processes.
How this subject fits into the overall project development process
The state's base assumption is that all historic bridges commencing the Section 106 process will be preserved. In other words, a project proposer enters this process with the mindset of finding ways to retain a historic structure in its current use. Start the process during the scoping phase, refer to the scoping section of TPDP, and involve the Bridge Office and Office of Environmental Stewardship's Cultural Resources Unit early in the process.


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What does FR mean in Military?
This page is about the meanings of the acronym/abbreviation/shorthand FR in the Governmental field in general and in the Military terminology in particular.
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What does FR mean?
- francium, Fr, atomic number 87(noun)
- a radioactive element of the alkali-metal group discovered as a disintegration product of actinium


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With the popularization of Bluetooth sound devices in general and, more specifically, True Wireless headphones (TWS), the desire arose to connect two headphones or boxes to the same smartphone via Bluetooth. Find out how here!
With the popularization of Bluetooth sound devices in general and more specifically the True Wireless headphones (TWS) , something recent, there were doubts in the social networks that I participate about their simultaneous connection through the use of a single smartphone. In this tutorial I will try to solve this impasse by showing possible ways to accomplish this task in the Android operating system .
The Bluetooth 5.0 enables over a wireless audio device to connect to the smartphone. However, for this to be possible, the first condition is that both the cell phone, the headset or the speaker have version 5.0 of the wireless connection protocol.
There is a possibility that the phone used by default is accepting only one Bluetooth device connected at a time to the device. In order to be able to change this limit, it is necessary to activate Android "developer options". Follow the steps below to access the developer settings on your smartphone:
- Access in Settings> System> About the device (or about the phone );
- Search for the "version number" of the operating system (MIUI, EMUI, Samsung OS, Oxygen OS, Android One, etc.)
- Press (click) it 7 times in a row in this option;
- A notification will appear notifying you that the developer option has been activated;
To access the developer options, you must go to Settings> System> Developer options, where you will have the option "Maximum number of Bluetooth connected audio devices" (it is in the "networks" section, you can use the search magnifier to find it easier). From there you can change to the maximum number that your mobile device allows for simultaneous Bluetooth audio connections.
Each phone may behave differently with respect to the media commands from the headset or speaker during music playback. Do the tests and report the result here. In the case of Samsung cell phones of the Galaxy S line, there is already an implementation of "Dual Bluetooth Audio" for the connection of two headphones at the same time.
There is also the option to connect a Bluetooth receiver / transmitter to your smartphone to use two audio devices at the same time (" Bluetooth transmitter / splitter "). Check the list of some models below for purchase:
- Avantree Audikast
- Avantree Oasis Plus
- Besign BE- RTX
- Mpow Bluetooth Transmitter Receiver
- TaoTronics Bluetooth 5.0
- TaoTronics TT-BA014
- TROND Bluetooth V5.0 Transmitter Receiver


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Hinges. What do we know about them?
According to historical scholars, the first hinge dates back to 1600 B.C. and consisted of large stone sockets that acted as pivots to open/close doors. However, the Romans, developed the hinge in such a way, that ordinary people could use them for cabinets, drawers and doors in their own homes. The Romans also placed hinges on their armor for greater mobility. Stronger more powerful hinges were created by the English in the 16th and 17th centuries. These English techniques were brought over to the American colonies and blacksmithing became a popular trade since the need for stronger hardware was growing. In the 1850's Charles Hager, Hager Hardware, developed the wagon wheel and a hinge for wagon doors. The ball bearing hinge was developed in 1899, and the most common hinge, still used today, the butt hinge, in 1900.*


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Activities for Kids in Atlantic Beach
When you're visiting Atlantic Beach, an assortment of kid-friendly activities are available for your family to enjoy 457. If your child is a nature lover, enjoy the great outdoors by taking advantage of the more than 65 acres of parkland Atlantic Beach offers 457. Indoor activities, such as live performances at Atlantic Beach Experimental Theatre, are perfect for a rainy day 25.
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Planet Pottery -- located in the Atlantic Palms Shopping Center -- is a fun venue for kids where they can paint their own pottery. Kids can choose from among mugs, pet bowls and other pottery pieces to paint. Do you kids love music and visual art? Introduce your children to local artists, musicians and artworks at the North Beaches' Art Walk 1. The event takes places the third Thursday of every month in Atlantic Beach 457. More than twenty locations participate in the art walk to showcase art and provide refreshments. Another event kids enjoy is the free movie night that takes place at Russell Park. The movie starts at dusk on the basketball court. Free popcorn is available at the event.
Introduce your children to the works of Shakespeare at the performances of Shakespeare in the Park. The University of North Florida puts on the performances in Atlantic Beach in the springtime 457. Atlantic Beach Experimental Theatre has put on live community productions for more than 20 years 25. The theater hosts live performances throughout the year that you can attend as a family. The theater also offers kid-friendly activities such as children's workshops, summer camps and children's spring break workshops.
On a warm Florida day, take the kids to one of Atlantic Beach's parks 457. Dutton Island Preserve is the city's largest park, and offers an assortment of family-friendly activities 3. Make reservations to take the kids on a camping adventure, take a hike on the park's 9,000 feet of nature trails, enjoy a picnic or bring fishing gear to catch dinner off the pier. Kayak rentals and tours are also available at the park through Nautical Escapes. Johansen Park is located blocks from the ocean so you can enjoy a cool breeze on a sunny day. The park also features areas for picnicking. The last Saturday in April, the park is host to Arts in the Park, which is a family-friendly event that features food and music, and showcases the work of local artists.
Enjoy the sunshine and ocean and take the kids to the beach. Bring a Frisbee, build a sandcastle or relax to the sound of the waves. There are a wide variety of public beach access locations throughout the city 7. Visit Kathryn Abbey Hanna Park and take advantage of the amenities to go hiking, biking or camping. It's a 1 1/2-mile stretch of beach that is a well-known surfing spot in Northern Florida.
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- 1 How does Walmart use robots?
- 2 What is that robot thing in Walmart?
- 3 What company makes robots for Walmart?
- 4 What technology does Walmart use?
- 5 Is Walmart replacing employees with robots?
- 6 Is Walmart going to use robots?
- 7 Where is the biggest Walmart?
- 8 Why are Walmart's shelves empty?
- 9 How much does a bossanova robot cost?
- 10 What is the bossa nova at Walmart?
- 11 How will Walmart's use of robots change its break even point?
- 12 What does Walmart cost?
- 13 What is the Walmart strategy?
- 14 What are Walmart's weaknesses?
- 15 What is the meaning of the Walmart logo?
How does Walmart use robots?
Retail giant Walmart has scrapped plans to use robots to keep track of its inventory. The machines scan shelves to ensure all items are in stock and prices are accurate. They are designed to help bricks-and-mortar stores compete with online retailers like Amazon and Alibaba.
What is that robot thing in Walmart?
Walmart said in January that the Bossa Nova robots would be in around 1,000 of its 4,700 U.S. stores. Over the past two years the retailer has said it would bring more automation to stores, characterizing the machines as robot "sidekicks" for store workers akin to R2-D2 from the "Star Wars" movies.
What company makes robots for Walmart?
Walmart Isn't Done With Automation Despite Recent Decision To Stop Using Robots To Track Inventory. I write about food tech and science. Walmart ended its contract with Bossa Nova Robotics, which provided the retailer with robots that scanned shelves for inventory.
What technology does Walmart use?
Walmart is using the technologies (like Blockchain, IoT, AI, etc. ) and other companies' support to improve every area of their operations. That's why they are investing so much money and effort to become a technology company and this strategy certainly helps the company to a great extent.
Is Walmart replacing employees with robots?
The retail giant is ending its contract with Bossa Nova Robotics and plans to replace the machines with human workers. Robots with other functions, such as floor cleaning and inventory unloading, will remain in Walmart locations, according to the publication.
Is Walmart going to use robots?
NEW YORK — Walmart is enlisting the help of robots to keep up with a surge in online orders. The company said Wednesday that it plans to build warehouses at its stores where self-driving robots will fetch groceries and have them ready for shoppers to pick up in an hour or less.
Where is the biggest Walmart?
Largest U.S. Walmart Supercenter Is Located In Albany NY Walmart's 3,500+ Supercenters across the nation typically average 179,000 square feet. The Crossgates Commons Walmart Supercenter is nearly 260,000 square feet.
Why are Walmart's shelves empty?
Walmart has had out-of- stocks and empty shelves at some stores in recent months. CEO Doug McMillon attributed it to high demand and supply chain challenges during the pandemic. He attributed the trend to unusual demand and supply-chain crunches created by Covid-19 and said the situation is improving.
How much does a bossanova robot cost?
The 64-pound robot costs about $1,700 upfront and an additional $134 a month for 36 months for maintenance and $89 a month for 36 months for insurance.
What is the bossa nova at Walmart?
Bossa Nova, a spinout of Carnegie Mellon University's Robotics Institute, had provided autonomous mobile robots to take inventory in Walmart retail stores. This is a significant reversal from plans announced in January to expand deployments of Bossa Nova's robots from 500 to 1,000 stores.
How will Walmart's use of robots change its break even point?
The robots scrub floors and clean store aisles. Sensors in the robots allow them to navigate around customers and other objects, so the robots can be used during store operating hours. Management at Walmart has stated that the robots are to be used to free up employee time.
What does Walmart cost?
A Walmart Plus membership costs $98 a year or $12.95 a month.
What is the Walmart strategy?
Walmart boasts over 11,700 stores and serves about 270 million customers. Its business strategy is mainly based on " being competitive in terms of assortment, differentiating with the way people access, leading in terms of price, and delivering an incredible experience with the motto of EDLP (Every Day Low Prices)."
What are Walmart's weaknesses?
Walmart's Weaknesses – Internal Strategic Factors Low wages, inadequate healthcare, and poor working conditions are few of the issues that have been publically criticized. Large span of control – Its highly extended size and massive span of control could leave Walmart weak in some areas.
What is the meaning of the Walmart logo?
As for the hidden message of the Walmart logo, it considered that it symbolizes 6 sparks. And each spark, in turn, symbolizes ideas, which are making the company successful. They also remind of Sam Walton, who believed in himself and his success.


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Argon Beam Milling Condition. Gas Cluster Ion Beam | Exogenesis. Gas Cluster Ion Beam (GCIB) NanoAccel's platform technology employs a technology known as gas cluster ion beam (GCIB). Pressurized argon gas, used due to its inert properties, is expanded through a small nozzle into vacuum to form a beam of gas clusters.
Broad Ion Beam Milling The BIB milling system is a specimen preparation device (FIGURE 3c) for SEM and surface analysis (EDX, EBSP, etc.). The device uses a defocused beam of argon ions that sputter material from the target specimen at a rate up to .
The ion beam milling technique was also found to be more suitable for simultaneous observation of multiple aspects of microstructure (e.g., identification of IMCs in relation to grain boundaries, substrate crystal structure or the eutectic solder structure).
Sample Preparation Using Broad Argon Ion Beam Milling for Electron Backscatter Diffraction (EBSD) Analysis Pawel Nowakowski 1, James Schlenker1, Mary Ray and Paul Fischione1 1. E. A. Fischione Instruments, Inc, 9003 Corporate Circle, Export, PA USA
The temperature rise has actually been calculated for broad argon beam milling as few hundred K whereas in FIB is less than 10 K (Ishitani et al., 2004). Therefore, damage from beam heating is not expected to reduce the quality of the prepared sample.
An argon-laser beam consisting of multiple colors (wavelengths) strikes a silicon diffraction mirror grating and is separated into several beams, one for each wavelength (left to right): 458 nm, 476 nm, 488 nm, 497 nm, 502 nm, 515 nm
Sputter cleaning, ion polishing, ion milling, ion cutting, all are based on ion beam sputtering. Ion beam sputtering with noble gas ions is a physical technique to remove surface layers.
Thickness Control by Ion Beam Milling in Acoustic Resonator Devices Sergey Mishin AMSystems, Inc. Goleta, CA, USA . Ion beam milling techniques that have been used . the problems with surface condition and measurement issues.
beam (< 1 micron), argon ion milling on Si and Al FIB-prepared specimens. To measure amorphous damage, two cross-section areas were prepared in the FIB at 30 keV at .
Argon ion polishing of focused ion beam specimens in PIPS II system Anahita Pakzad, Gatan, Inc. As researchers push boundaries of elemental analysis and HR imaging with their transmission electron microscope (TEM), ultra-low damage specimens less than 40 nm thickness are frequently required.
Ion Beam Milling employs an argon gas process whereby argon ions within plasma formed by an electrical discharge are accelerated by a pair of optically aligned grids, and bombard the substrate or wafer resulting in the removal of material not protected by photoresist.
panel is used for setting the milling conditions such as accelerating voltage and tilt parameters of the ion source (Fig. 5), anyone can easily . Fig. 1 Diagram showing the principle of argon-beam polishing using a shield plate. Fig. 2 Milling process of specimen (Si3N4). . (Thin-Film Specimen Preparation Equipment.
Focused ion beam, also known as FIB, is a technique used particularly in the semiconductor industry, materials science and increasingly in the biological field for site-specific analysis, deposition, and ablation of materials.
The right image shows the same single-crystal structure intact after applying 1 kV Argon ion milling revealing clear crystal lattice fringes. Triple-Beam System (Argon / Xenon) Low-energy Ar/Xe broad ion milling mitigates amorphous material resulting from gallium ion milling.
Ion beam milling for wafers up to 150 mm or irregular samples Flexible tool for R&D and small scale production Ion Beam Etching Equipment scia Mill 200 Ion beam milling for wafers up to 200 mm Production tool meeting industry standards, cluster compatible scia Coat 200 Upgrade to dual ion beam deposition for wafers up to 200 mm or irregular samples
The Leica EM RES102 is a unique ion beam milling device that has two saddleﬁeld ion . the optimum conditions for milling SAVE › Precise automatic termination feature with optical image processing or . Gas used Argon (Ar 5.0) Incoming pressure 500 mbar
May 14, 2011 · Focused Ion-Beam Milling and Lifting of Sample for Transmission Electron Microscopy, The video has generously been provided by Dr Vratko Vokal, MSSI, University of Limerick, Eire. More information .
In view of these particular conditions and requirements for ion beam milling it seemed interesting to study argon retention in silicon as a function of ion energy (2-5 keV), angle of incidence and thermal annealing. No special arrangements for good thermal contact during milling were made.
Broad-beam argon ion milling has an advantage in that it allows material removal from larger areas. . It is designed for observing sample reactions at ambient conditions and elevated .
Ion Milling Ion Beam Assisted Deposition Thin Film Densification . Beams of accelerated ions are often used to modify and erode surfaces under vacuum conditions. By carefully selecting the energy and composition of an ion beam, this can be used, for example, to significantly improve the characteristics of . Argon ion beam current profile .
Ion milling systems fire argon ions at samples until they are thin enough to achieve electron transparency. The ions bombard the material from an angle and sputter it from the surface. A transmission electron microscope (TEM) records an image of the sample.
Universal Milling Machine - nghospital. Universal Milling Machine Very nice clean condition machine in good operating condition.
During milling, the sample is rocked automatically to avoid creating beam striations on the cross sectioned surface. Due to the glancing incidence of the ion beam, argon is not implanted into the sample surface. Cooling Cross Section Polisher with Air Isolation
repeatable ion beam conditions over a wide variety of milling parameters. The beam can be either targeted at a specific point or scanned over the specimen's surface. This is particularly important when targeting a specific area for selective milling or directing the ion beam .
NCI Dictionary of Cancer Terms. . argon beam coagulator ablation listen (AR-gon beem coh-A-gyuh-LAY-ter a-BLAY-shun) A procedure that destroys tissue with an electrical current passed through a stream of argon gas to the tissue. . It is used to treat endometriosis and other conditions, and to stop blood loss during surgery.
Milling angle: Although it is known that a higher beam angle increases the ion induced surface damage, at low beam energies, commonly used for this specific application (<0.5 keV), stopping and range of ions in matter (SRIM) models show that the sputtering yields are very similar at high and low angles.
Flat milling surface E-3500 shields part of the argon ion beam with the mask arranged on the specimen, and make its flat cross section along the edge of the mask. Eliminating flaws or distortions E-3500 eliminates flaws or distortions by argon ion beam, which cannot be removed through mechanical grinding or cutting, and reduces ion beam streaks .
For the purpose of providing a detailed analysis of the market, the global ion beam based etching market has been segmented into technology and application. Based on technology, the market has been classified into ion beam milling system and ion beam trimming system.


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A laboratory reactor system was developed to examine the role of light and aerosol composition in the reduction of oxidized mercury (Hg(II)) in laboratory-generated aerosols. Aerosolized sodium chloride, doped with mercury chloride, was exposed to light in a fixed-bed flow-through reactor. Three spectral ranges (UV, visible and a simulated solar spectrum) were examined, along with dark experiments, to investigate the role of light conditions in mercury reduction. In addition, the role of iron in the aerosol matrix was examined. The effluent from the reactor was analyzed for Hg(0) as evidence of reduction of Hg(II) in the reactor. Significant reduction of Hg(II) (1.5–9.9%) was observed for all three light sources and the rate of mercury reduction was proportional to the light irradiance. The presence of iron in the aerosol matrix inhibited the reduction rate and the degree of inhibition was dependent on the chemical form of the iron in the aerosol. The observed reduction reactions may be important chemical processes in the atmosphere and could be incorporated in atmospheric transport models that are used to understand the fate of atmospheric mercury.
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Taphonomic changes in response to cold temperature exposure are not well characterized. Specific changes, both macroscopic (recovered animal skeletal material) and microscopic (lamb bone segments experimentally exposed to five different cold treatments), were assessed using thin sectioning and light microscopy. Macroscopic taphonomic changes could not be exclusively attributed to cold climate exposure. In contrast, two types of microstructural cracking damage, longitudinal and osteon cracks, were caused by exposure to cold. The type of cold exposure, such as freeze-drying versus just cold, could in certain instances, be distinguished based on the type and prevalence of the cracks. These findings demonstrate that microstructural cracking can be used as a taphonomic indicator of cold exposure. They also suggest that the type and prevalence of this damage could be used to distinguish between different types of cold exposure.
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These are the current rules around going on holiday in the UK - and when foreign trips could be allowed
Tuesday, 2nd June 2020, 4:18 pm
Updated Tuesday, 2nd June 2020, 4:18 pm
Overnight stays outside of your home are still not allowed (Photo: Shutterstock)
Across the UK, lockdown restrictions are gradually starting to ease, with people given more freedom to spend time outdoors and meet loved ones from a safe distance.
As freedom of movement becomes slightly more relaxed, many may be looking forward to the prospect of holidaying again, particularly given the current warm weather.
But are holidays allowed yet?
Can I go on holiday in the UK?
Since the UK government relaxed restrictions in May, people in England are allowed to travel to other destinations irrespective of distance.
However, people must not travel to destinations outside of England, as Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland are each following different government guidance.
Current rules state that day trips to an outdoor space are acceptable, providing you are able to return home on the same day.
As such, an overnight stay away from the place you are living for a holiday, or similar purpose, is not permitted. This includes staying overnight in a second home.
In circumstances where your job requires you to stay away from home, this is acceptable, providing social distancing is maintained.
Hotels and bed and breakfasts still remain closed, except when providing accommodation for specific reasons set out in law, such as for work.
What are the travel rules across the UK?
In Scotland, only recreational trips that are "broadly within five miles" from your home are allowed, and these should be done by walking or cycling wherever possible.
In Wales, people are still advised to stay at home as much as possible and while outdoor exercise can be done more than once per day, it must be done locally.
In Northern Ireland, driving for daily exercise is allowed, although day trips have not been specified in the government guidance.
Instead, people have been urged to "be sensible and limit the number of journeys" that they take.
Indoor gatherings of different households are still banned, but this is being kept under review.
When will holidays be allowed?
Culture secretary Oliver Dowden recently suggested that holidays in the UK could be permitted at the beginning of July, which could see rules change to allow overnight stays.
Self-catering cottages, Airbnb properties, campsites, hotels and holiday parks will still remain closed until at least July.
If the UK government believes enough progress has been made against its five key tests, England could move into phase three of lifting lockdown in July.
In this phase, other parts of the hospitality and leisure sector could be permitted to reopen, including hotels and holiday resorts. However, this phase is not expected to begin until 4 July.
When will foreign holidays be allowed?
Spain's tourism minister confirmed that foreign tourists can book holidays in the country from 1 July, with the mandatory 14 day quarantine rule for foreign tourists to be lifted from this point.
Jet2 will restart its flights and holidays from 1 July, along with Ryanair, while easyJet willresume a number of limited flights from 22 airports across the UK and Europe from 15 June.
The UK government has not yet confirmed when travel bans are likely to be lifted.


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There is nothing in the dough formulation you posted to suggest that there would be a problem after three days of cold fermentation. That said, I can only think of a couple of things that might have been responsible. The first is that there may have been a weighing error that resulted in a higher hydration value, such as making a mistake in weighing out the flour or the water. Making a mistake with the amount of yeast (too much) could also cause the dough to ferment much faster. The second possibility is that the dough was overfermented. You would have detected this condition if the dough was wet or damp or clammy, and the dough would be materially more extensible than normal. Usually, the cause of an unexpected overfermentation, especially when all of the ingredients were used in the correct amounts, is a material temperature change. Examples would be an above average finished dough temperature before placing the dough into the refrigerator, a malfunctioning refrigerator (not cooling properly), or letting the dough sit too long before using, especially if the room temperature is high. I know that you live in the Dallas area and, as you most likely saw this week, our outdoor temperatures got over 90 degrees. That could easily translate into an indoor temperature of over 80 degrees.
Hopefully what you experienced was an aberration that won't be repeated. With outdoor temperature dropping into the 40s and 50s the last two days, at least those temperatures shouldn't affect your next batch of dough.


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Artificial Life Software Review
There seems to be some useful artificial life software. Artificial life software is useful because they include neural network, genetic and artificial world components.
Wikipedia separates artificial life software into four categories: program-based, module-based, parameter-based and neural net-based.
Program-based artificial life uses DNA which resembles computer programs more than biological DNA.
Module-based artificial life software uses modules to specify creature behaviour. The focus is more on user creation and less on evolution.
Parameter-based artificial life software uses parameters to modify pre-defined creature behaviour. It is the parameters which mutate over time.
Neural net-based artificial software have creatures that have neural networks for learning.
Program based artificial life software includes:
Avida is similar to Tierra which simultes an evolutionary system in which computer programs compete for computer resources. In Tierra, organisms share and compete for one "brain." In Avida, each organism has its own brain.
breve looks interesting because it has a 3D world and physics. It handles agent communication, 3D space representation, graphical rendering and physical simulation.
Does it have neural network and genetic components? It looks like breve does have a genetic component but it seems that if it focuses more as a virtual world and requires neural network components from other software libraries.
A page on breve's homepage references a few other popular agent environments:
Swarm somehow does not seem to be what I am looking for.
Mason looks quite powerful and it seems like I can mould it into what I am looking for. I do prefer real time grapics. I don't think it has neural network and genetic algorithm components.
NetLogo seems to have support for neural networks and genetic algorithms but I feel a bit unsure about it.
Darwinbots, has simple graphics. I think I have been spoiled by the other software packages.
 - [N] Neural network components? It has a finite state machine like system.
 - [Y] Genetic algorithm components? Life-like forces shape evolution.
 - [N] 3D environment? It has a 2D world.
Evolve 4.0
 - [N] Neural network components?
 - [?] Genetic algorithm components? It simulates things a cellular level.
Framsticks looks good. Can Framsticks simulate communication?
Micropond is similar to Nanopond. Nanopond in turm is similar to Avida and Tierra.
Tierra is kind of like Avida.
Module-based artificial life software includes:
 - TechnoSphere
TechnoSphere looks interesting but I feel that it lacks the control I need. I need to be able to program neural networks and communication systems. It looks like TechnoSphere is more about letting users pick and choose physical
Parameter-based artificial life software includes:
 - Kyresoo Plants
Kyresoo Plants does not seem to be what I am looking for. From an online encylopedia, "Most Alife software such as Avida, Darwinbots, Polyworld, focus on the collective behaviour of a large number of simulated organisms. Kyresoo Plants focuses on the collective behaviour of multiple cells in a single organism."
The same page mentions something about the biomorph model describe by Richard Dawkins in the book, "The Blind Watchmaker." This is interesting because of I am a fan of Dawkins' work.
Neural network based artificial life software includes:
Creatures looks interesting but it is a commercial product and I don't know how much I can extend it. There seems to some developer support. It doesn't look like it allows me to get to the nitty gritty such as setting up actual neural networks and communication pathways.
Noble Ape looks very interesting. It holds similar ideals as this project does. Is it easy to set up a small number of creatures with neural networks in Noble Ape?
Polyworld looks almost exactly like what I am looking for. It has neural network components, genetic algorithm components and a world. It looks kind of old.
NationMaster, an online encyclopedia also has a number of other artificial life software.
Program Based
Physis seems to be at a cellular level and seems similar to Tierra.
Archis seems similar to Nanopond.
Neural Net Based
NERO looks quite interesting. It simulates teams of agents engaged in battle. It has neural network components but no genetic algorithm components although the environment itself provided evolutionary pressures. Unfortunately it seems like it is not open source. According to the AI algorithms are open source but the rest of the package is not open source because it uses a commercial game engine.
Okay, so after all that, the following is my short list for artificial life environments:
 - breve
 - Framsticks
 - Noble Ape
 - Polyworld
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Background and aims. Trigeminal neuralgia is a disorder that can cause excruciating pain and diminish the quality of life. We examined and compared the effectiveness and observed influence of microvascular decompression (MVD) and percutaneous retrogasserian glycerol rhizotomy (PRGR), both used in the treatment of trigeminal neuralgia, on the quality of life.
Methods. We asked all reachable patients, treated with MVD or PRGR in Estonia between 2002 and 2013, to fill in three questionnaires in order to provide us with information about their emotional state and influence of the disease on life before and after receiving treatment.
Results and conclusions. We received feedback from 79 out of 127 patients (62.2%). Pain intensity ranged from 9.1 points to an average of 1.7 points after MVD and from 8.3 to 3.2 after PRGR. At the time of the interview, pain intensity was 1.5 points for the patients treated with MVD and 3.5 for those treated with PRGR. Also, the number of completely pain-free patients increased over time after MVD, while no such change was seen in the patients after PRGR. Eating and/or speaking disturbance disappeared in 66.7% of the patients after MVD and in 26.3% of the patients after PRGR. Anticonvulsant use dropped from 94.7% to 35.9% in the MVD group and from 93.8% to 67.6% in the PRGR group. Patients assessed more invasive MVD as causing significantly more visual, auditory and/or balance and sensory disturbances. The results of the Emotional State Questionnaire 2 (ESQ-2) and the Headache Impact Test 6 (HIT-6) were not significantly different between the patient groups. Both methods are effective in the treatment of trigeminal neuralgia. The MVD is the preferred method in providing relief from complaints caused by the disorder. However, in certain cases PRGR should be considered the first line treatment.


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—and that's one big step towards arguing that the local maximum (the turning point we've just calculated in this special case) is the point satisfying Nash's conditions.
Now, this is all very well, except for the annoying fact that the simple case in question was one where \delta_A=\delta_B=0, which translates to both agents having a null zone of compromise (in terms of breaking points: the breaking point credence for each agent is the point at which they're at). There's no non-trivial bargaining problem at all here! So that there's a local maximum of the curve at the linear average doesn't tell us anything of interest. Bother.
But the general case can be understood in relation to this one. Again starting from extremal credences for simplicity (A having credence 1 in p, B having credence 0 in p), the non-trivial bargaining problems will take the form ((x-1)^2-\delta_A)((x)^2-\delta_B). Multiplying this out we have: ((x-1)^2(x)^2-\delta_B(x-1)^2-\delta_A x^2+\delta_A\delta_B. Differentiating this and setting the result to zero we have \frac{d}{dx}((x-1)^2(x)^2)-2\delta_B(x-1)-\delta_A x=0. This is equivalent to finding the intersection of the cubic sketched above and the linear curve 2(\delta_B+\delta_A)x-2\delta_B. To illustrate, here's a sketch of what happens when both parameters are set to 1. The intersection, and so the local maximum of the original curve, is the average of the two credences, at 0.5:
Below is the case where \delta_A=1 but \delta_B=0.5. Note that the intersection is now below the linear average of the two starting credences (that makes sense: the parameters tell us that A, with full credence, is more distant from her breaking point than B, who has zero credence—or equivalently, failing to agree a team credence is in relative terms better for B than for A. So A is in the weaker bargaining position and the solution is more in line with B's credence):
And below is what happens if we reverse the parameters, with the intersection point, as expected, nearer to the agent with less to lose, in this case, A (who had full credence):
What of the general two-agent case, where the equation for which we're finding the local maximum is ((x-a)^2-\delta_A)((x-b)^2-\delta_B)? This time I'll run through it algebraically. Assume without loss of generality a>b. From a note earlier, we know the compromise credence is to be found in the interval [b,a]. So under what conditions is it in the top half, (\frac{a+b}{2}, a]? At the bottom half [b,\frac{a+b}{2})? And at the midpoint \frac{a+b}{2}?
First, multiply out: ((x-a)^2(x-b)^2-\delta_B(x-a)^2-\delta_A (x-b)^2)+\delta_A\delta_B. Second, differentiate the quartic and set the result to zero. This gives us \frac{d}{dx}((x-a)^2(x-b)^2)-2\delta_B(x-a)-\delta_A(x-b)=0. This is equivalent to finding the intersection of the cubic \frac{d}{dx}((x-a)^2(x-b)^2) and the linear curve 2(\delta_B+\delta_A)x-2(\delta_A b+\delta_B a). The former, recall, is like a squished version of the the earlier cubic, with roots at b, \frac{a+b}{2}, a –the middle root corresponding to the local maximum.
Now, you can eyeball the curve sketches above to convince yourself that the following biconditional: the intersection of the cubic and linear will be at an x-value within (\frac{a+b}{2}, a] iff the linear curve intersects the x-axis within the same interval. Inverting the linear equation, we find that its intersection with the x-axis will be \frac{\delta_A b+\delta_B a}{\delta_A+\delta_B}. That will be within the interval only if \frac{\delta_A b+\delta_B a}{\delta_A+\delta_B}>\frac{a+b}{2}, which is to say: 2(\delta_A b+\delta_B a) >(a+b)(\delta_A+\delta_B). Multiply out, simplify while remembering we were assuming a>b, and you will find this is equivalent to: \delta_B>\delta_A. (Interpretation: the epistemic utility of no team credence is higher for A (at 1-\delta_A) than for B (at 1-\delta_B)).
By similiar manipulations, we can show that the intersection of the two curves lies within [b,\frac{a+b}{2}) only if \delta_A>\delta_B. And the two curves intersect at \frac{a+b}{2} iff \delta_B=\delta_A. And given the curves intersect somewhere in the interval [b,a], and the three conditions are mutually exclusive, we can now strengthen these two conditionals to biconditionals.
To summarize: Maximizing the Nash curve over [a,b] to pick a compromise team-credence gives the linear average when the epistemic utility of failing to reach a team-credence is the same for both parties. When there is an imbalance in the epistemic utilities of failure, if we pick the team credence in the same way, we'll get a result that is nearer the starting credence of the agent with less to lose from failure.
All this comes with the caveat mentioned earlier: I've been talking about how to find the maximum of the Nash curve over the whole of [a,b]. We need to also remember that we were to find the maximum over a constrained set of credences, and this might be a proper subinterval of [a,b]. At the limit, as we saw earlier, they may be no credences meeting the constraints at all. So it's not guaranteed (yet) that the Nash compromise in all (two person, one proposition) cases satisfies the description given above. But it will meet that condition if the zones of compromise are big enough: if they are big enough that [a,b] is contained within them.
That's enough for today! The next set of questions for this project I hope are pretty clear: Is there more to say about the case when constraints are a proper subinterval of [a,b]? How does this generalize to about the N-person case? How does this generalize to a multiple proposition case? How does it generalize to scoring rules other than the Brier score?
P.S. Thanks to Seamus Bradley and Nick Owen for discussion of this. As they noted, you can use computer assistance to find exact roots for the cubic and so the turning point of the quartic. Unfortunately, those exact roots look horrific, which pushed me towards the qualitative results reported above. I include the horror for the sake of interest, with C and D being the delta terms for a and b respectively:
P.P.S. Some further notes about the next set of questions.
(i) On the issue of when we have a well defined bargaining problem. For the two-person case, the following holds: there is a non-trivial bargaining problem when \sqrt \delta_A+\sqrt \delta_B>b-a. In the special case where \delta_A=\delta_B, that means \delta_A= \delta_B>(b-a)^2/4. The compromise zone is maximal, i.e. the whole of [a,b] iff \delta_A,\delta_B\geq (b-a).
The following graphical characterization was illuminating to me. In general, the quartic (\delta_A-(x-a)^2)(\delta_B-(x-b)^2)^2) has a "W" shaped curve. For very negative values of x, then both (\delta_A-(x-a)^2) and $(\delta_B-(x-b)^2)^2)$ are large and negative, and so their product is large and positive. For very positive values of x, both are large and again negative, so their product is large and again positive. If all roots are real, then moving from left to right, as x approaches a we get an interval where (\delta_A-(x-a)^2) is positive and the other negative, then an interval where both are positive, and then a period when only $(\delta_B-(x-b)^2)^2)$ is positive, before both turn negative. Now note that the middle interval exactly corresponds to the values for which both agents have positive utility, and so is exactly the zone of compromise. So another characterization of the compromise zone is the area between the middle two roots of the quartic (if those roots are imaginery, there is no bargaining problem). This is important, because it illuminates why finding the local maximum is the right method–it's because the constraints are that we only maximize in that specific interval between the middle two roots, and the maximum subject to that constraint is exactly the local maximum.
(ii) For the 3-person case, we can consider constraints and maxima. For the former, it's a necessary condition that the most confident and least confident individual overlap, and so if we designate those a and b, we again need the following for there to


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Disorientation and spatial abilities performance
Proceedings, 6th International Space Syntax Symposium, Istanbul, 2007
Author: Christian Beros Space Syntax Ltd; The Bartlett School of Graduate Studies, UCL.
This paper investigates the relation of Spatial Configuration with Orientation Performance of the individual in Urban Navigation. Spatial Orientation is defined as a function of the mind involving 'awareness of place' in the environment, and is a key aspect of Navigation in terms of maintaining a sense of where the subject is relative to its goal as it is moving. The aim of this paper is to shed light on Spatial Orientation performance and how it is linked to configurational and syntactical properties of space. This topic is intrinsic in the Space Syntax theory due its fundamental relation between spatiality and human activity.
The discussion is developed by the research findings and theories of Navigation, Wayfinding and Spatial Cognition, putting forward varied interpretations related with the research topic and the selected areas. The paper concludes that the Spatial Orientation in Soho and Covent Garden is determined by the Spatial Configuration of the area and that the navigation system used in Central London is mainly Path Integration rather than Piloting or Landmark Recognition System. Then, it is argued that Landmarks act as primary organizers of spatial features in cognitive maps, followed by an environmental knowing and understanding of the Spatial Configuration that is translated in Path Integration.
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by Paul Celan
Deathfugue Theme of Identity
Jewish and German identity are kept separate in "Deathfugue." The Jews are treated as an undifferentiated group and live inside a camp. The German guard is taken as an individual and lives in a house like an average person. The figure of Marguerite represents a particular Nazi racial ideal, in which blond-hair and blue eyes represent a kind of innocent virtue. The figure of Shulamith is contrasted against her as a beautiful woman whose "ashen" hair reminds us that the race she belongs to is going up in smoke. In creating this separation, Celan demonstrates how Nazi thinking managed to impress itself even on its victims. Even though the Jews are also citizens of European countries, they have been denied a national identity. They cannot be both German and Jewish, but only one or the other. Notice, too, how all the characters in the poem are described only in the most general terms, as if to show the dehumanizing effect of the camps.
Questions About Identity
- Why is the Nazi guard referred to only as a "man" who "lives in the house"? How is his identity presented to the reader?
- If "Death is a master from Deutschland," then who is Death? A real person? An abstract idea? Somewhere in the middle?
- Does the poem have a single speaker or several speakers? Does it make a difference to you as a reader?
- What do we know about the speaker or speakers of the poem? Are any details provided?
- How does the contrast between Marguerite and Shulamith frame our understanding of the German and Jewish cultures as presented by the poem?
Chew on This
The guard represents the idea of "the banality of evil," and he is deliberately presented as an ordinary and unexceptional person.
Shulamith is a symbol for the homelessness of the Jewish people, who have been expelled from their motherand father-lands in Europe.


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I read on treehugger.com that a life cycle assessment study was done that showed that the environmental impact of kegged beer was 68% lower than that of bottled beer. Most of the impact is due to packaging differences and how people get their beer.
Kegging has much less environmental waste than bottling. Bottling beer requires heavy glass containers that only sometimes are returned for refill, medic
bottle caps that are useless once removed, and lots of gas spent transporting everything both to the store and then to your home. Kegged beer has a lighter package per volume, which means less gas cost, and the keg is always returned for reuse. Really – when have you bought a keg of beer and decided to throw it away after it was empty? Bars and restaurants are the same way. They return those empty buggers to get their deposits back.
This study only looked at a commercially produced beer, and in part of Europe where people likely have more draft beer at bars than Americans tend to, with all of our bottled choices at the bars we frequent. While the disparity in environmental impact is likely still great here in the States, the differences in how we consume beer might have to be examined.
The environmental impact for kegged beer is probably pretty close to bottled beer for homebrewers, I would guess. We are almost fanatical about collecting and reusing bottles. It's not that we are all tree huggers, but that bottles are expensive if you have to buy them. They are still heavier than kegs by volume, and require crown caps, which get discarded, but I suspect the difference in impact between the two methods is minimal for homebrewers.
On the other hand, if kegging is more environmentally friendly, maybe that is a good argument to invest in a kegging system. Do you like the beers you make? They will taste even better off the tap. Trust me – once you go keg, you never go back.


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The Government of the Kingdom of Lesotho recently launched the second phase of the Lesotho Highlands Water Project (LHWP). It is an important project that will benefit both the small kingdom and its large South African neighbour.
The Lesotho authorities have recently launched work on the second phase of the Lesotho Highlands Water Project (LHWP). It is a bi-national project divided into several phases, established by the 1986 treaty between the governments of the Kingdom of Lesotho and South Africa.
In its second phase, the Government of Lesotho plans to build a concrete rockfill dam with a 165 m wall. The Polihali Dam will be built downstream of the confluence of the Orange-Senqu and Khubelu Rivers in the Mokhotlong District of Lesotho. The dam will allow the formation of a reservoir on the Orange and Khubelu Rivers over an area of 5,053 hectares, with a total storage capacity of 2,325 million m³. It will be supported by a saddle dam, which is an auxiliary reservoir built to confine the reservoir created by a primary dam, either to allow for higher water elevation and storage or to limit the extent of the reservoir in order to increase its yield.
Strengthening South Africa's Water Supply by 2026
The project will involve raising a low point on the margin of the reservoir to prevent water from bypassing the Polihali dam. This saddle dam will have a height of 45 m, a crest length of 603 m and a crest width of 6.5 m.
Part of the water from the Polihali Dam will be transferred to the Katse Dam in Lesotho via a tunnel. With its 185 m height and 710 m width, the Katse Dam is currently supplied through a tunnel that connects it to the Mohale Dam. It is used for drinking water supply and agriculture in the Gauteng province of South Africa, in accordance with the 1986 agreements with Lesotho. South Africa, which is co-financing the LHWP with Lesotho, is expected to see the benefits of the project from November 2026, according to Lindiwe Sisulu, South Africa's minister of human settlements, water and sanitation.
The pending hydropower component of the project is expected to start in…
The second phase of the Lesotho Highlands Water Project (LHWP) has a hydroelectric component. The Government of Lesotho initially opted for the development of a pumped storage hydropower plant in Kobong locality. This type of facility produces electricity through a system that is unique in that it is reversible. In concrete terms, the power station operates with two reservoirs (upper and lower). The water from the upper reservoir goes down into the lower reservoir by turning the turbines of the hydroelectric power station. The water from the lower reservoir is pumped back into the upper reservoir, and so on. The electricity generated at Kobong is fed into the Lesotho national power grid.
Due to the "unfavourable economic situation" in Lesotho, however, the construction of a pumped storage power station has been officially suspended. The government of this southern African kingdom is currently opting for a conventional hydroelectric power plant.
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We report the use of a small-volume nuclear-magnetic-resonance (NMR)-spectroscopy device with integrated fiber-optics for the real-time detection of UV-vis-light-assisted chemical reactions. An optical fiber is used to guide the light from LEDs or a laser diode positioned safely outside the magnet toward the 25 nL detection volume and placed right above the microfluidic channel, irradiating the transparent back of the NMR chip. The setup presented here overcomes the limitations of conventional NMR systems for in situ UV-vis illumination, with the microchannel permitting efficient light penetration even in highly concentrated solutions, requiring lower-power light intensities, and enabling high photon flux. The efficacy of the setup is illustrated with two model reactions activated at different wavelengths.
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THE TIMES AUDIOBOOK OF THE YEAR
'The finest book ever written on nature and landscape in Britain' Guardian
In this masterpiece of nature writing, beautifully narrated by Oscar-winning actor Tilda Swinton, Nan Shepherd describes her journeys into the Cairngorm mountains of Scotland. There she encounters a world that can be breathtakingly beautiful at times and shockingly harsh at others. Her intense, poetic prose explores and records the rocks, rivers, creatures and hidden aspects of this remarkable landscape.
Shepherd spent a lifetime in search of the 'essential nature' of the Cairngorms; her quest led her to write this classic meditation on the magnificence of mountains, and on our imaginative relationship with the wild world around us. Composed during the Second World War, the manuscript of The Living Mountain lay untouched for more than thirty years before it was finally published.


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Ontario Teachers' Pension Plan (OTPP), one of Canada's largest investors, set new board diversity expectations for large-cap companies I developed markets, aimed at achieving representation of women on boards of at least 40%.
The new expectation was unveiled as part of OTPP's 2023 Proxy Voting Guidelines, and marks an increase from the firm's prior policy of advocating for 30% representation.
Anna Murray, Senior Managing Director and Global Head of Sustainable Investing at OTPP said:
"Although we still consider a 30% goal to be meaningful, we're raising the threshold to challenge public companies in developed markets to keep improving as we strive for truly diverse and representative boards."
According to OTPP, the new policy comes as gender diversity at large public issuers in developed markets has been gaining momentum, already exceeding 30% in most of the developed markets in which it invests.
The guidelines also focus on clear and timely diversity-related reporting, and OTPP said that it is encouraging companies to separate diversity disclosure between gender and other forms of diversity in order to improve transparency.
The company said the guidelines reinforce focus areas for publicly traded companies such as Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) and increased participation of women in board roles, and that the framework continues to require boards to set and disclose timebound targets to increase the number of board directors identifying as a member of an underrepresented group.
The guidelines ask boards to set and disclose timebound targets to increase the number of board directors identifying as a member of an underrepresented group, and encourage reporting on achievement against those targets.
"We believe improved diversity is key to board effectiveness, leads to better performance and delivers long-term value for shareholders."


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Orthopaedics Biomechanics and Advanced Surgical Technologies Laboratory
Hani Haider, PhD, is the director of the department's Orthopaedics Biomechanics and Advanced Surgical Technologies Laboratory. There, researchers and engineers are performing cutting-edge experimental simulation and testing of the next generation of orthopaedic implants, and contributing to the development of multi-axial implant simulators. Through this research we are working to create implants that last longer and perform better, which are designed to suit the modern patient who is younger and more active. This innovative work on wear testing of joints is also helping to set national and international standards for testing of knee replacement systems.
Our team of researchers and surgeons are also developing a novel freehand surgical navigation system for use in knee replacement surgery. This reduces the need for bulky alignment instruments called jigs, and uses 'GPS style technology' to help navigate the hands of a surgeon during surgery. This allows for more accurate bone cutting and better alignment of implants, with less trauma to the soft tissue and bone, which translates to faster recovery times for joint replacement patients. Recently the lab received additional funding that will allow us to take this research to the next level, transitioning from a bench top experimental pilot to a clinically viable prototype.


How to open a word document in Photoshop?
A Microsoft word document cannot be simply opened in Photoshop. Word documents are saved in.doc or.docx file formats which are not compatible with Photoshop. Photoshop deals with.psd,.jpeg,.gif, and other various image file formats. This is probably a strange tutorial as I usually talk about cutting out images using Photoshop.
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Why would you want to open a Word Document in Photoshop?
You can do so many things on a computer, however people always want to do something that is not always possible. Here are a few reasons I can think of why you would want to open a word document in Photoshop:
 1. You might want to open a document full of pictures in Photoshop to edit them more professionally
 2. Maybe you want to split the Word document up into layers to enable better editing.
 3. You might want to use some special features in Photoshop that are not available in Microsoft Word.
How do you open a Word document in Photoshop
The only logical way I can see to open a word document in Photoshop is to use take a screenshot of the document, save it as a jpeg, and then open it in Photoshop.
You will need:
 1. Microsoft Word.
 2. A keyboard with a Print Screen key.
 3. The Mspaint program. (Comes with Windows)
 4. Photoshop.
How to get your Word document into Photoshop?
 1. Open your Word document.
 2. Go to see a print preview for the document so it will fit on the screen fully. Go to the file menu for Word 2003 or the office symbol for Word 2007. You will see print preview in these menus.
 3. When you see your full page press the prtscrn key on your keyboard.
 4. Open the mspaint program by going down to the start menu, all programs, accessories, then paint.
 5. Go to the edit menu at the top and choose paste.
 6. You will see a picture of the word document. Go to the file menu at the top and choose Save As.
 7. Mspaint will save the screenshot as an image file. I prefer.jpeg. Please remember where you are saving the file.
 8. Then open Photoshop, open the file that you saved.
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Notes: You can also paste the document screenshot directly into Photoshop after opening a new project, however I feel that the quality is better through paint.
 1. says
 Simply take prtscrn and direct paste into photoshop(on a new file)
 prtscrn -> (Photoshop)Ctrl N -> Ctrl V.
 No need to go on any other program like mspaint or else. :)
 2. Bartek says
 I think it is the one of the worst sollution i ever read ;)
 Wanna do it pro?
 1)open ur word doc
 2)convert to pdf
 3)open in ps
 Best regards


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What Is Glycerin-Adult?
Glycerin-Adult is a generic laxative medication used to relieve occasional constipation in adults. It belongs to the miscellaneous class of laxatives. This medication is produced by STRATUS PHARMACEUTICALS. Glycerin-Adult works by attracting water into the stool, which softens it and facilitates easier bowel movement. It is typically administered rectally as a suppository. The suppository is gently inserted into the rectum and helps to stimulate bowel evacuation. It is important to note that Glycerin-Adult is intended for short-term use and should not be used for more than one week without consulting a healthcare professional. Prolonged or excessive use of laxatives can lead to dependency and may interfere with normal bowel function. As with any medication, it is essential to follow the instructions provided by your healthcare provider and read the medication label carefully. If you have any questions or concerns about Glycerin-Adult or its usage, consult with a healthcare professional for guidance.
How to use Glycerin-Adult?
To use Glycerin-Adult, follow the instructions provided by your healthcare provider or the label on the medicine packaging. Glycerin-Adult is commonly used as a laxative to relieve occasional constipation in adults. Typically, Glycerin-Adult is used rectally. It comes in the form of a suppository that is inserted into the rectum. Before using, make sure your hands are clean and the suppository is unwrapped. Lie on your left side with your right knee bent slightly, and gently insert the suppository into the rectum. Try to hold it in place for a few minutes to ensure proper absorption. The suppository usually takes around 15 to 30 minutes to produce a bowel movement. However, the exact timeframe may vary from person to person. It is important to note that Glycerin-Adult is not intended for long-term use. If your symptoms persist or worsen, it is advisable to consult a healthcare professional. It's always recommended to read and follow the instructions provided with the medication. If you have any questions or concerns about how to use Glycerin-Adult, it is best to consult your healthcare provider or pharmacist for guidance.
Before using Glycerin-Adult or any laxative medication, it is important to be aware of the associated warnings and precautions. Here are some key points to consider: 1. Allergic reactions: Individuals with a known allergy or hypersensitivity to glycerin or any of the other ingredients in the medication should avoid its use. Allergic reactions can manifest as itching, rash, swelling, dizziness, or difficulty breathing. In case of an allergic reaction, immediate medical attention should be sought. 2. Underlying medical conditions: It is crucial to inform your healthcare provider about any existing medical conditions before using Glycerin-Adult. This includes conditions such as bowel obstructions, severe abdominal pain, appendicitis, ulcerative colitis, or rectal bleeding. Using this medication in the presence of these conditions may worsen symptoms or lead to complications. 3. Pregnancy and breastfeeding: Women who are pregnant or breastfeeding should consult with their healthcare provider before using Glycerin-Adult. The potential risks to the fetus or infant should be weighed against the benefits of using the medication. 4. Interactions with other medications: It is important to inform your healthcare provider about all the medications, including over-the-counter drugs, supplements, or herbal remedies, that you are currently taking. Glycerin-Adult may interact with certain medications, such as diuretics or heart medications, and result in adverse effects or reduced efficacy. 5. Usage in children: Glycerin-Adult may not be suitable for use in children. It is important to consult with a healthcare provider to determine the appropriate laxative treatment for pediatric patients. Always follow the instructions provided by your healthcare provider or the medication's labeling when using Glycerin-Adult. If you experience any concerning side effects or have questions about its use, seek medical advice promptly.
Before taking Glycerin-Adult or any laxative medication, it is important to consider some important warnings and precautions. Here are a few of them: 1. Allergies: Individuals with a known allergy or hypersensitivity to glycerin or any other ingredients in the medication should avoid taking Glycerin-Adult. 2. Medical conditions: Inform your healthcare provider if you have any medical conditions, including bowel obstructions, appendicitis, abdominal pain, inflammatory bowel disease, or rectal bleeding. These conditions may require specific treatment or may be contraindications for the use of Glycerin-Adult. 3. Pregnancy and breastfeeding: If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, consult with your doctor or pharmacist before using Glycerin-Adult. They can provide guidance on the safety and potential risks associated with its use during these periods. 4. Interactions with other medications: It is important to inform your healthcare provider about all the medications you are taking, including prescription drugs, over-the-counter medications, and herbal supplements. Some medications can interact with Glycerin-Adult and affect its effectiveness or increase the risk of side effects. 5. Dosage and duration: Follow the recommended dosage instructions provided by your healthcare provider or the instructions on the packaging. Avoid exceeding the recommended dose or using Glycerin-Adult for an extended period without medical supervision. 6. Side effects: While Glycerin-Adult is generally well-tolerated, it can cause side effects such as rectal irritation, abdominal discomfort, cramping, or diarrhea. If these side effects persist or worsen, contact your healthcare provider. Always consult with your healthcare provider or pharmacist for personalized advice and guidance before starting any new medication, including Glycerin-Adult. They can provide you with the most accurate and up-to-date information based on your specific health needs and circumstances.
Glycerin, commonly used as a laxative, is generally safe for most adults when used as directed. However, like any medication, it can produce certain side effects. Here are some potential side effects of Glycerin-Adult: 1. Bowel irritation: Glycerin stimulates the bowel muscles, which can sometimes cause irritation, leading to abdominal discomfort, cramping, or mild diarrhea. These symptoms typically subside as your body adjusts to the medication. 2. Rectal discomfort: Glycerin is usually administered rectally as a suppository. Some individuals may experience temporary rectal discomfort, including burning or itching sensations. 3. Allergic reactions: Although rare, some individuals may be allergic to glycerin. Signs of an allergic reaction can include a rash, itching, swelling, dizziness, or difficulty breathing. Seek medical attention immediately if you experience these symptoms. It's important to remember that not everyone will experience side effects from glycerin, and side effects, if any, are usually mild and temporary. If you have concerns about the potential side effects or have pre-existing medical conditions, it is always advisable to consult with a healthcare professional before using any medication. They can provide personalized guidance and ensure it is safe for you to take.
The active ingredient in Glycerin-Adult is glycerin, also known as glycerol. Glycerin is a naturally occurring substance that is often used in various pharmaceutical and cosmetic products. It has hygroscopic properties, meaning it attracts and retains moisture, which makes it useful as a laxative. Other than glycerin, Glycerin-Adult may contain inactive ingredients such as water or other substances that are used to create the appropriate formulation, ensure stability, or enhance the product's palatability. However, the specific inactive ingredients can vary depending on the manufacturer and formulation of the product. It's always advisable to carefully read the product label or consult with a healthcare professional for complete information on the ingredients of Glycerin-Adult or any other medication you are using.
Glycerin-Adult, a generic laxative medication, should be stored in accordance with standard storage guidelines for pharmaceutical products. Here are some recommendations for handling storage: 1. Temperature: Store Glycerin-Adult at room temperature, typically around 20-25 degrees Celsius (68-77 degrees Fahrenheit). Avoid exposure to extreme heat or cold, as it can affect the integrity and efficacy of the medication. 2. Moisture: Keep the medication away from excessive moisture or dampness. Moisture can lead to degradation and reduce the effectiveness of the product. Store it in a dry location. 3. Light: Glycerin-Adult should be protected from direct sunlight or intense artificial light. Light exposure can affect the stability of the medication. It's best to store it in a dark, opaque container or keep it in its original packaging. 4. Childproof container: To prevent accidental ingestion or exposure, store Glycerin-Adult in a childproof container. Keep it out of reach of children and pets. 5. Storage location: Choose a secure storage location that is not easily accessible to unauthorized individuals or pets. Consider using a locked cabinet or a high shelf. Always check the specific storage recommendations provided with the medication or consult with a pharmacist if you have any doubts or questions regarding


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These tutorials are meant to help you use data packs in Minecraft. Data packs allow players to customize command functions, loot tables, world structures, advancements, and recipes, which will change the actual game play. Before installing a data pack, you will first need to create one.
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Here is how to install a data pack when in singleplayer:
 1. Download the data pack. It should be a .zip file or directory.
 2. Open Minecraft.
 3. Select your world, click on "Edit", then "Open world folder".
 4. Open the folder named datapacks, and put the data pack into it.
 5. Play the world, and type in /datapack
 6. If this doesn't work, type in /reload
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Here is how to install a data pack when in multiplayer:
 1. Download the data pack. It should be a .zip file or directory.
 2. Open your server folder, then open worlds.
 3. Put the data pack into a folder named datapacks
 4. Assuming that you are at least operator level 4, type in /datapack.
 5. If this doesn't work, type /reload.
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Check boxes are fine for data entry, but you may not want to use them on a formal report. For example, suppose you have a Yes/No field in your Employee Records table called Insurance. If the employee signed up for your company's life insurance plan, the box is checked; if the employee declined the insurance, the box is not checked. You want to create a report that lists employee name, ID, hire date, and whether the employee declined or accepted life insurance. Follow these steps:
- Create a query that displays Employee ID, Lastname, Firstname, Hire Date, and Insurance field from the Employee Records table.
- Right-click the Insurance field in the Query Design view and select Properties.
- Click in the Format property box and enter the following code:
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When you create a report based on this query, either the word Accepted or Declined will replace the check box in the Insurance field.
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Securing handling equipment against falling from the loading ramp when loading and unloading trucks.
The falling edge of the loading ramp was equipped with elastically deformable safety barriers, which ensures the prevention of the fall of the MHE during loading / unloading of the truck. The safety system was upgraded with laser optical gates, which, after crossing the MHE, send a signal to the MHE control unit and ensure an immediate stop of the technology. With this, we have solved the security of the loading ramp area, where it is not possible to install fixed safety barriers. In the absence of a truck at the unloading point, the laser gate system is active, and on the contrary, when it is present in the zone, the system automatically deactivates it, so that the loading and unloading of trucks can take place without problems.


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Could An R Package Steal My Data
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As a data analyst who regularly uses R, I've often wondered about the security implications of the packages I incorporate into my work. The rise of R packages has undoubtedly revolutionized the way we handle and analyze data, but could there be a darker side to this convenience? Can an R package actually steal my data?
Understanding R Package Security
When it comes to R packages, security is a paramount concern. The open-source nature of R means that anyone can contribute packages to the comprehensive CRAN repository or other platforms like GitHub. While this accessibility is a boon for innovation, it also introduces the risk of malicious intent.
There have been instances where R packages contained malicious code that could potentially compromise data security. These instances serve as a reminder that we must be vigilant about the packages we use in our projects.
Package Installation Best Practices
One way to mitigate the risk of a rogue R package is to carefully review the package source and the community around it before installation. Always opt for packages from reputable sources such as CRAN or from well-known developers. Additionally, keeping packages updated to their latest versions can help protect against known security vulnerabilities.
Code Review and Analysis
Before incorporating any R package into your workflow, it's important to review the package's code for any suspicious or potentially harmful functions. This extra step may seem tedious, but it can be instrumental in safeguarding your data and maintaining the integrity of your analysis.
Data Handling Best Practices
Regardless of the security measures we take with R packages, it's essential to adopt general best practices for data handling. This includes proper encryption of sensitive data, restricting access to authorized personnel only, and regular security audits to identify potential vulnerabilities.
Conclusion
In my experience, the vast majority of R packages are developed and maintained by trustworthy contributors who have the best interests of the community in mind. However, the potential for a maliciously crafted R package to compromise data security is a genuine concern that can't be ignored. By being discerning in our package selection, performing thorough code reviews, and implementing robust data security practices, we can minimize the risk of data theft through R packages.