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The Characteristics of Smoke Ventilation in Commercial and Industrial Buildings
Wednesday, 22 July 2020
Louvered windows are a common feature in commercial and industrial buildings. Located at high level, they are predominately used to afford natural ventilation flows around the building. Depending on the age of the building, the design of the building and the number of people the building caters for, the windows may be operated by the following:
High level venting louvered windows are available in several different designs with varying features. Louvers can be opened singly or in multiples. It is not unusual for eclectically operated controls to be coupled to smoke alarms and fire detection systems. In the event of smoke or fire, the high level vents will open automatically for rapid evacuation of smoke, heat and fumes.

Smoke and water
Water will always find the lowest level and, until it does, will always flow in a downward motion. Once water finds a level which it cannot go beyond water will begin to pool. The most natural pooling is of course lakes, seas and oceans.
Smoke on the other hand will always travel upwards and accumulate at a high level. This is because smoke is hotter than the surrounding air. Because it is hotter it is lighter; natural convection currents will flow upwards. Like water, once smoke finds a level which it cannot flow past, it will accumulate.
As smoke accumulates it will become denser, more acrid and by definition more toxic. Window vents at a high level in a building allow the smoke to flow through. If the smoke is unable to escape to atmosphere, it will become hotter which will compound the danger. Opening the high level vents allows the smoke to escape and disperse to atmosphere.
Smoke management
Smoke management in industrial, commercial and public buildings varies from country to country, governed by codes and building regulations. The purpose of smoke management is to create a layer which is above the level in the building where people work or congregate. There are two different methods of smoke ventilation.
Natural ventilation relies on windows located either in the roof or at the highest levels of open spaces, with natural air flows taking the smoke up and out of the building. Naturally occurring convection currents will take the hot smoke up the natural ventilation path and out in to atmosphere. Architects, builders and other stakeholders rely on the help and advice of fire brigade professionals and other experts when designing and installing smoke management systems.
This system is reliant on high level venting windows being opened as soon as there is an indication of fire or smoke. Systems can be manually operated via window openers at a lower level which are connected to a winding handle at a lower level. Electric window openers can be – and often are – connected to smoke detection systems and fire alarm systems, so they can be initiated automatically without the need for human intervention.
Alternatively, smoke evacuation from a building can be expedited by roof mounted fans, either as a standalone system or one which works in tandem with vents.
The shape of the building, the height of the building and the number of opening windows and their locations can have cause variations in air pressure within the building. The pressure within the building can also be affected by the smoke due to expansion. Also, the direction of the wind, wind speed and other naturally occurring events will dictate where, how and when windows and vents are utilised.
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Check the direction of each earbud, insert them into the corresponding slots, and then connect the charger.
The charging case, which has a built-in battery, is charged along with the earbuds that are in the charging case when connected to the charger.
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Portuguese Guitarra Lesson (continued)
9. Fado Maior in D major. Fado Maior is also known as Fado Corrido.
The above Fado Maior has be transposed and arranged from the traditional fado variations presented by
Manoel Gomes, in A Guitarra Portuguesa Metodo Facil, 1929.
10. There are a few hundred traditional fado melodies which are well known to the community of fadistas and fado audiences. Most of these fado melodies are known by particular names such as Fado Vitoria or Fado Bailado. In 1999, about 120 of these melodies were collected by Antonio Parreira and written down by Maestro Jorge Machado (see the bibliography section below). In 2005 a collection of 16 CDs was issued by Movieplay under the title Todos os Fados. In volume 16 (page 34) of this collection fado historian Daniel Gouveia notes that 411 fados are now recognized to exist.
Unlike traditional "folk" songs where the author is anonymous, in the world of fado the composer of the fado melody and words are often known. For example, the melody called "Fado Bailado" is credited to Alfred Marceneiro and the verses, called "Estanha Forma de Vida", which are often sung to this famous melody, were written by Amalia Rodrigues.
In commercial popular music, words and melodies are legally linked and their authors protected by copyright laws. In traditional fado, the melody and the words are independent of one another. More simply, singers are free to draw from a body of traditional melodies and then sing whatever words they wish. This fact becomes evident as you listen to fado recordings and hear the same embellished melody used by different singers to accompany their own verses. In a sense, fadistas are continually reinventing the fado by drawing on the traditional music ideas and composing new words What this means is that the accompanying guitarist never knows what verse a fado singer will put to a particular melody. Clearly for an aspiring fado guitarist, the central task becomes one of learning the corpus of traditional melodies so he can easily accompany any fado singer. Incidently, learning such fado melodies pays off doubly because they form the raw material from which solo variations are commonly constructed by the masters of the guitarra
The existence of a body of traditional, well-known melodies gives a coherence to the realm fado music while the liberty to change words or embellish the melodies gives the fado its special freedom.
11. Basic chords
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Measuring induced abortion in Mexico: A comparison of four methodologies
The authors compare four methods of collecting information on abortion through survey research to measure the levels of induced abortion in Mexico: face-to-face interview (FTF), audio computer-assisted self-interview (ACASI), self-administered questionnaire (SAQ), and a random-response technique (RRT). They tested all methods in three samples: (1) hospital patients in Mexico City, (2) rural women in Chiapas, and (3) women randomly chosen as part of a house-to-house survey in Mexico City. In each sample, RRT found the highest rate of attempted induced abortion in the hospital, rural, and household samples (21.7, 36.1, and 17.9 percent, respectively), followed by the SAQ (19.3, 10.1, and 10.8 percent, respectively). The ACASI and FTF interviews yielded fewer reported abortion attempts. The RRT seems the most promising methodology to measure the levels of induced abortion. With SAQ, detailed information was obtained, and the reported frequency rates were slightly lower than the RRT rates in urban areas.
Lara, Diana K., Jennifer Strickler, Claudia Diaz, and Charlotte Ellertson. 2004. "Measuring induced abortion in Mexico: A comparison of four methodologies," Sociological Methods and Research 32(4): 529–558.
Audio Computer-assisted Self-interviewing (ACASI)


How Do You Adjust the Idle Screw on a Nitro RC Car?
Nitro RC cars are great for racing, but if you want to get the most out of your car, you need to make sure it's properly tuned. One of the key components in tuning an RC car is adjusting the idle screw. When you adjust the idle screw, you are controlling how much fuel is delivered to the engine when it is idling. Here's how to do it:
Step 1: Start by locating the idle screw on your nitro RC car. It will be located on the side of the carburetor and should be clearly labeled. Step 2: Turn off your nitro RC car and make sure that it has cooled down completely before proceeding.
Step 3: Turn the idle screw clockwise until it stops moving. This will close off the fuel flow to its lowest setting. Step 4: Start up your nitro RC car and let it run for a few minutes until it reaches its operating temperature. Step 5: Now turn the idle screw counter-clockwise until you hear a change in engine sound or until you can just barely see any smoke coming from the exhaust pipe. This will set your idle speed correctly for optimal performance. Step 6: Test drive your nitro RC car to make sure that everything is running properly and that you have achieved optimal performance from your adjustments.
Adjusting the idle screw on a nitro RC car can seem daunting at first, but with a little patience and practice, you can easily get your car running in peak condition in no time! With proper tuning, your nitro RC car will be ready to take on any race track!
Conclusion: Adjusting the idle screw on a nitro RC car is an important step in achieving peak performance from your vehicle. By following these simple steps, you can easily adjust this component and get back out onto the track with confidence!
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Calgary Underground Diversion Study (Calgary Tunnel)
This government-funded study, directed by the City of Calgary, determines the feasibility of diverting water underground during flood conditions.
Flood water would be diverted underground along Heritage Drive from Glenmore Reservoir to the Bow River.
The final report is available on the City of Calgary's website.
Estimated impact on flood mitigation
An underground diversion with an internal tunnel diameter of 8 metres could accommodate a peak flow of approximately 500 cubic metres per second. A larger version of the underground diversion with a 9.5 metre tunnel could accommodate a peak flow of approximately 700 cubic metres per second. The peak flow rate of the Elbow River entering Glenmore Reservoir during the June 2013 floods was approximately 1,240 cubic metres per second.
Multiple flood mitigation options upstream of Calgary are being considered. The Alberta government is reviewing the Calgary underground diversion feasibility study and consulting with the City of Calgary and other impacted communities to identify the best options for flood mitigation.
Government is creating a new cost benefit tool to more accurately assess the value of each flood mitigation project. This will be used to determine whether the tunnel is the ideal choice for Calgary.


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PHOTOMETRIC RESEARCH OF SEYFERT GALAXIES MRK 766, MRK 6, MRK 1040, MRK 1513
Ключевые слова:Seyfert galaxies, photometry, B V R values.
The paper presents the results of the photometric observations of the Seyfert galaxies from the
Markarian list: MRK 766, MRK 6, MRK 1040, MRK 1513. The observations were carried out on "the Eastern" 1-
meter telescope, located at the Tien-Shan Astronomical Observatory of the Fesenkov Astrophysical Institute. The
observational data were processed using the MaximDL6 software package. The brightness was estimated by
differential photometry, using standard stars in the vicinity of galaxies. This paper presents the light curves of the
galaxies: Mrk 766, Mrk 6, Mrk 1040, Mrk 1513. It has been noted, that in Mrk 766, there is a tendency to a gradual
weakening of the brightness in the three filters. Photometric changes of the galaxy Mrk 6 during 2016-2019 occurred
synchronously in all three filters. The weakening of its brightness began in 2017and by 2019 it reached ~ 0m.9.
During the investigation period, irregular brightness fluctuations were registered in galaxies Mrk 1040 and Mrk 1513
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Due to its ability to mimic functional properties of egg whites in cooking, aquafaba can be used as a direct replacement for them in some cases, including meringues and marshmallows. It is especially suitable for use by people who avoid eggs, such as vegans.
Aquafaba is used as a replacement for eggs and egg white. Its composition of carbohydrates, proteins, and other soluble plant solids which have migrated from the seeds to the water during cooking gives it a wide spectrum of emulsifying, foaming, binding, gelatinizing and thickening properties.
The simplest way to obtain aquafaba is to decant the liquid from canned or boxed legumes such as white beans or chickpeas. It can be made by boiling, steaming, pressure cooking, or microwaving pulses in water.
Aquafaba contains about one tenth of the protein of egg whites by weight. The difference in protein content may enable those who cannot properly metabolize proteins (such as phenylketonuria) to consume foods which are normally egg-based. The lower protein content makes it unsuitable for applications which rely on egg protein for structure, such as angel food cakes.
The best aquafaba appears to be from chickpeas and white beans such as the Navy bean. Other legumes such as peas, lentils, soy, kidney, and black beans can be used but their slightly different compositions may require more tinkering with the concentration to work well.
In December 2014, vegan musician Joël Roessel found that water from canned beans can form foams much like protein isolates and flax mucilage do. Roessel shared his experiments on a blog and published recipes for floating island of Chaville, chocolate mousse, and meringue made from chickpea liquid to demonstrate its foaming capabilities.
Around the same time, vegan food enthusiast Goose Wohlt discovered that the cooking liquid can replace egg white without the need for stabilizers. In March 2015 he published a recipe for egg-free meringue using only chickpea liquid and sugar.
Legume seeds, or pulses, are primarily composed of carbohydrates (starch, sugars, and fiber), proteins (albumins and globulins), and water. The carbohydrates are found in greater quantities than the proteins, while the starches consist mostly of amylose and amylopectin. A typical nutritional composition of chickpeas, is listed as 19% protein, 61% carbohydrate, 6% lipids, and 14% water. However, these amounts are approximate and can vary by variety. During the process of cooking legume seeds, the starches in the seed are gelatinized, allowing the soluble parts of the seed to leach out into the cooking water. More material can be extracted from the seeds, if both the cooking temperature and pressure are increased, as well as extending the cooking period.
Once the legumes are cooked and filtered out, the water-soluble part left is aquafaba. Comparing the final composition of a cooked seed with a raw seed shows that under normal cooking conditions, approximately 5% of the initial dry weight has been transferred to the cooking water. The dry matter consisted mainly of carbohydrates (sugars, soluble and insoluble fibre) and protein. That ratio of soluble material is approximately the same ratio as found in the raw seed. However, fat and starch were not detected. A concentration of 5% dry weight to water is typical for aquafaba, but the solution can also be reduced to increase the concentration to 10% or more, depending on the application. This can be especially useful for applications where emulsification and viscosity are more important than foaming capabilities. The concentration can also be tailored to produce a more stable foam using less aquafaba by carefully filtering non-soluble material from the solution and adjusting the concentration to the application.
The term 'aquafaba' was first used in peer-reviewed research in 2018, by Martin Reaney's group at the University of Saskatchewan. The researchers found that the properties of chickpea aquafaba foam varied in volume, stability and chemical composition depending on its source. 1H-NMR was used to analyze the composition of aquafaba. NMR analysis revealed that the foam contained mainly polysaccharides, sucrose and protein. Protein separations by membrane filtration followed by SDS-PAGE and peptide mass fingerprinting were used to identify aquafaba proteins contributing to foaming properties. Reaney's group research showed that most of aquafaba proteins belonged to known heat soluble proteins such as late embryogenesis abundant proteins and dehydrins. Identified proteins also included heat shock protein, defensin, histone, nonspecific lipid transfer protein and superoxide dismutase. Major storage proteins provicillin and leguminin were also present. In 2015, it was theorized that the most likely agent that caused the liquid to foam was saponins. However, the group's research has shown that aquafaba foaming property is a result of the presence of saponins, carbohydrates and protein fractions.
In general, the composition of aquafaba depend on: 1. processing methods (soaking, cooking and industrial dehydration), 2. conditions (pH, temperature, pressure and treatment duration), 3. genotype (Kabuli or Desi chickpeas), 4. additives, 5. protein concentration, and 6. carbohydrate type and concentration.
The word aquafaba is from the Latin aqua (water) and faba (bean).
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Power-supply applications require the use of a duty-cycle clamp. Such applications include those using current-sense transformers and two-switch forward converters. If a duty-cycle clamp is not present, the transformers could saturate, causing a catastrophic failure in the system. However, to drive down the cost of the design, many power-supply designers use inexpensive, eight-pin PWM controllers that have no duty-cycle clamp. This Design Idea shows how to add an inexpensive duty-cycle clamp to these PWM controllers.
You can add the circuitry to most PWM controllers to provide a programmable duty-cycle clamp. The circuitry comprises a few passive components, a hysteretic comparator, and a gate-driver IC. Resistor R1 and capacitor C1 program the duty-cycle clamp's dead time. Resistor R2 and diode D1 reset the timing circuitry when the output of the PWM controller goes low. Resistors R3, R4, and R5 set the comparator's trip point, VTRIP, at 5 V. Resistor R5 adds –2.5 V of hysteresis to the comparator to ensure circuit stability.
The following example shows how to set the circuitry in Figure 1 for a maximum duty cycle, DMAX, of 0.9. The PWM controller operates at a switching frequency, fS, of 100 kHz. Most PWM controllers cannot reach 100% duty cycle and have a specified dead time. For this example, the dead time is 300 nsec. To set the timing capacitor also requires knowing the maximum output of the PWM output voltage, VOUT. In this example, the maximum output voltage is 12 V. The timing capacitor is roughly 130 pF. The design uses a standard, 120-pF capacitor. The following equations describe the calculations: t=(1–DMAX)(1/fS)–dead time=700 nsec, and
A SPICE simulation with the circuitry in Figure 1 ran to ensure that the duty-cycle clamp works with the circuitry. Figure 2 shows the results of this simulation. VOUT is the output of the PWM controller, VT is the voltage at the inverting pin of the comparator, VTRIP is the voltage at the noninverting input of the comparator, and gate is the output of the gate-driver IC. From the waveforms in Figure 2, you can see that the duty-cycle clamp appears to be working correctly, clamping the output of the gate driver to 90 %.


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Red Helleborine Facts | Wildlife & Flora in the Cotswolds
The flowering shoots can reach 28 inches in height and may carry up to 20 flowers each, which vary from pink to red or uncommonly white. While they flower from May through July the flowers only last about 10 days from opening to falling off and some plants can go years without flowering. Since the majority of pollination in Europe occurs by the Chelostoma bee, which is not found in the UK, scientists are not currently sure how this species is pollinating.
A number of enthusiasts and professionals are working to help maintain and hopefully increase the prevalence of this species with plans to hopefully reintroduce it to sites where it has a historic presence. Overall, an incredibly scarce species which given its flowering patterns is a rare treat for anyone lucky enough to see it.


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Physicochemical Properties and Fatty Acid Composition of African Star Apple Seed Oil (Biochemistry Project Topics)
Oil extracted from African star apple by continuous extraction process using soxhlet apparatus was subjected to physico chemical and fatty acid profile analysis. Results obtained show that the acid value, iodine value, peroxide value, saponification value, free fatty acid, refractive index, melting point, smoke point, flash point, fire point, and specific gravity are 30.67mg/g, 20.67mg/g, 5.00mg/g, 48.00mg/g, 0.87%, 0.96, 1.47, 19.00OC, 1.03, 122.00OC, 156.00OC, and 180.00OC respectively. All these values confirm that African star apple oil is suitable for human consumption as well as for industrial uses which compared favourably with the value obtained in palm oil, groundnut oil as well as cotton seed oil (Adewusi, 1997). In term of fatty acid profile African star apple oil contains high percentage of unsaturated fatty acids 85% oleic acid 7% and 6% of linoleic and linolenic respectively while saturated fatty acid such as arachidoic, lauric were recorded with maximum value of 17% recorded for arachidoic and lauric. Therefore African star apple oil can be described as oil that has more unsaturated fatty acids than saturated fatty acids which made it suitable for human consumption as it prevent low density lipoprotein which is a precursor of cholesterol that results into heart attack and hypertension.
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A power plant operator operates the equipment used to produce electrical power. In addition to operation of the equipment, he or she also might perform maintenance and troubleshooting. The main focus of his or her job is to ensure that the plant is operating properly, safely and efficiently and to fix any problems as quickly as possible.
Most of this job involves operating power plant equipment. The equipment will vary depending on the type of plant and might involve natural gas, hydroelectric, fossil fuel or nuclear equipment. The operator might use computers, tools and electrical devices to operate the equipment that is used to generate power.
Some scientific theories and equipment remain the same in every type of power plant, and others are specific to the type of power being produced. This means that a power plant operator should know as much as possible about the specific equipment used in the plant. One way to accomplish this is by operator training. Many operators undergo constant and rigorous training in order to ensure accurate and safe operation.
Maintenance might be another aspect of the job. Performing maintenance on equipment is one way to ensure that the equipment stays in optimum working order. Maintenance items could range from repacking a valve to testing auto-start features of pumps. By performing required maintenance, this person helps keep the equipment running smoothly and ensures that it is ready for power output.
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A power plant operator also might perform troubleshooting on the job. Sometimes equipment might not work properly or might break altogether. When this happens, the employee should be able to perform certain tests and other troubleshooting activities to figure out exactly what the problem is.
These employees generally work from a control room. This room contains the computers and other devices needed to run most power plant equipment. Control rooms generally contain several computers that monitor equipment, and a power plant operator uses these computers to make any necessary changes to the equipment.
Power plant operators usually will work a shift schedule of some sort, because power is needed at all times. Many power plants have a system in place for employees to rotate shifts in order for everyone to have equal time off and to share the less favored shifts. The work schedule also might involve rotating from day shifts to night shifts.
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@Submariner- To secure a nuclear power plant operator job you will need at least two years of technical training. You will also need to pass the Nuclear Regulatory Commission's (NRC) nuclear operator license exam. This exam is required for any plant and senior plant operator.
To pass the examination, you will need a combination of years of education and experience. To keep your certification, you will need to pass annual practical plant operation examinations and biennial written examinations.
Nuclear power plants are safer than any other type of power plant, but the risks in an accident are much higher in nuclear power plants. The training required to become a nuclear plant operator is equal to the immense safety and national security responsibility that a nuclear plant operator holds.
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@submariner- In some cases you may be able to find an entry level power plant operations job with just a high school diploma. Most jobs will require that you have a strong proficiency in mathematics and the sciences.
If you are serious about becoming a power plant operator, it may be a good idea to at least pursue a 2-year science technology degree. This will increase your chances of becoming employed and show your potential employer that you possess the basic skill set required of a plant operator. If you are hoping to secure a plant specialist position you may want to pursue a degree in engineering as well as seek certification from an organization like the American Society for Power Engineers (ASOPE).
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What type of education do I need to be a power station operator? Do I need a different education to operate a hydroelectric plant than a gas, coal, or nuclear power plant? What is the average pay for a power plant operator? I think that a utility job like this would be the most stable job you could find since energy is only growing and most power plants are operational for at least thirty or forty years. I do not hear about utilities laying off their workforce that often. Thanks to any wiseGEEKS that can help me answer these questions.
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This paper is concerned with the development of a new class of single pan high efficiency, low emission stoves, named gasifier stoves that promise constant power that can be controlled using any solid biomass fuel in the form of pellets. These stoves use battery-run fan based air supply for gasification (primary air) and for combustion (secondary air). Design with the correct secondary air flow ensures near stoichiometric combustion that allows attainment of peak combustion temperatures with accompanying high water boiling efficiencies (up to 50 % for vessels of practical relevance) and very low emissions (of carbon monoxide, particulate matter and oxides of nitrogen). The use of high density agro-residue based pellets or coconut shell pieces ensures operational duration of about an hour or more at power levels of 3 kWth (∼12 g/min). The principles involved, the optimization aspects of the design are outlined. The dependence of efficiency and emissions on the design parameters are described. The field imperatives that drive the choice of the rechargeable battery source and the fan are brought out.
The process development, testing and internal qualification tasks were undertaken by Indian Institute of Science. Product development including improvements on the ceramic chamber, battery pack, the fan and the final shape of the stove on the one hand and the fuel pellet production process on the other were dealt with by First energy Private Ltd (denoted by FEPL). The process of business development was of course completely dealt with by FEPL. Close interaction at several times during this period has helped progress the project from the laboratory to large scale commercial operation.
This technology was initially developed as a business by BP, India (earlier) and subsequently taken on by FEPL. At this time, over four hundred thousand stoves have been sold in four states in India. Oorja-Plus is widely sold currently and Oorja-Super is yet to enter the market. The implications of such developments to the domestic cooking scenario of India are briefly brought out.


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Commissar Moscow Is a member of the October Guard and the Soviet counterpart to Captain Metropolis.
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The mysterious Soviet super genius known as Rasputin had perfected a machine that could re-animate the dead. The recently deceased Nikolai Ivanovic Lebonchenski, a brilliant general, was chosen as the first subject. the experiment was a success, but the scientists believed that a fit, able body would be better suited. For reasons unclear as of this writing, Captain Metropolis was chosen, and he was assassinated by KGB agents in the summer of 1965 in what appeared to be a car crash. After transplanting the brain into the new body, Commissar Moscow was placed in the October Guard as its leader. However, the transplant was unstable, and eventually Gardner's corpse broke apart, taking Lebonchenski with it. After his death, leadership of the October Guard was returned to Rasputin.
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Commissar Moscow has no super powers. However, he is an Olympic-level athlete and possesses valuable knowledge of Cold-War era Russian firearms.
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Peiling "Penny" Zhang
Penny Zhang specializes in electronics, hardware, software, applied physics, semiconductors, Micro-Electro-Mechanical Systems (MEMS) and optical systems. She is experienced with multiple wireless systems, standards and regulations. Penny has patent application and prosecution experience in the United States and other jurisdictions.
Prior to joining Schwabe, Penny worked as a system engineer at Intel from 2010 to 2016. She was an Intel delegate at 3GPP and contributed to cellular standards of Long Term Evolution (LTE) and 5G wireless communications. During her service at Intel, Penny researched transceiver design and collaborated with regulatory agencies regarding radio frequency exposure.
- Experienced with global standardizations in wireless communications (LTE, 5G, and 802.11).
- Advocated developing radio-frequency exposure regulation before the Federal Communications Commission.
- Designed wireless transceivers on both the component level and the system level and is familiar with optical system design.
- Experienced with patent prosecution in multiple jurisdictions.
- Lewis & Clark Law SchoolJuris Doctor degree (2018)
- University of California at DavisDoctor of Philosophy, Electrical and Computer Engineering (2009)
- Beijing Institute of TechnologyBachelor of Science degree, Electrical Engineering (2003)
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Physics307L:Winter Break Lab Fest/chargemass
In this lab, you can estimate the ratio of the charge to the mass of an electron. However, the instrument is dying a bit, and even when it's working, the estimate is only within a factor of 2 or so. So, we should probably not do the careful measurements of the radius of the circle for this lab, but rather should just explore the cool effects of an electron beam traveling through dilute helium gas, in the presence of a magnetic field. Some principles:
- Electrons are negatively charged
- Moving, charged particles feel a force perpendicular to their direction of motion when traveling in a magnetic field.
- Thus they travel in helical / circular paths!
- The moving electrons will cause the helium to glow. This is similar to the glowing tubes in the Balmer series, and also similar to fluorescent light bulbs.
- Discuss safety first!
- Make sure everything is wired correctly (see manual or student reports)
- Explore how changing the accelerating electric field and the magnetic field change the circle size.
- Explore making helical beam paths by rotating the bulb.
- How does changing the polarity of connections (switching plus and minus) change things?
- Gold's Lab Manual (Professor Gold's lab manual from 2006 and prior.)

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Scheme of the measurements of MDR modes with a plane wave (a) and focused beam incidence (b). The sketch (b) shows the beam polarization direction and the three focused beam position of the Ti:Sapphire laser for a point of view of the axis.
He–Ne backscattering intensity spectra, experimental (top) and theoretical (bottom), showing the MDR modes for a dielectric sphere excited by a plane wave. The experimental data scale is on the left and the theoretical calculation scale is on the right.
Experimental (bottom) and theoretical (top) spectra showing the MDR modes of a dielectric sphere in a focused beam. Modes for the sphere moving parallel to the incident beam polarization, TM modes (a), perpendicular to the incident beam polarization, TE modes (b) and at 45° of the beam polarization, TM and TE modes (c).
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Thermal processing is the most widely used and well established preservation method used in the food industry for ensuring food safety and extending the shelf life of food products. Besides from the food product, the package needs also to be decontaminated to achieve the required safety goals. This research is concerned with surface pasteurisation treatments in food packages by the method of inversion, primarily for hot-filled food products. Starch solutions and tomato soup, used as model fluids in the current work, were hot-filled in glass jars, were sealed and then inverted for thirty seconds at a filling temperature of 80 °C for achieving a target process equivalent of 5 min at 70 °C; the inversion step was used as a thermal treatment of the headspace and the lid. The inverted jars showed significantly higher process values for the headspace and the lid with the filling temperature being the most important parameter. The effectiveness of the inversion step during hot-fill treatments was quantified by the use of two monitoring techniques, the traditional temperature sensors and the alternative, enzymic based (Bacillus amyloliquefaciens α-amylase) Time Temperature Integrators (TTIs). TTIs are small devices with kinetics similar to the microorganisms, whose level of degradation is measured at the end of the thermal process. The enzyme activity obtained is integrated and the temperature history can be quantified. TTIs were tested for their reliability and accuracy under isothermal and non-isothermal conditions, and were then used for validating the hot-fill process.


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Earned Autonomy In Practice
Part of an ongoing dialogue with Steve Peha—see my original post, Steve's initial response, my first reply, and Steve's latest follow-up.
Dear Steve,
I think you're right to point to competence as a key issue in motivation, as Dan Pink explains in Drive. Certainly, increased competence should result in increased autonomy, in education as in any other profession. (I would add that feeling competent isn't enough, so I'll assume in this post that we're talking about actual—not just perceived—competence.)
From a management perspective, failing to provide increased autonomy to your most competent people is foolish on several fronts. It's a waste of energy that could be better spent on people who need more guidance; it's demotivating and irritating; and it risks substituting standardized practices for superior teacher-specific practices. There is great genius and wisdom in our nation's classrooms, and any principal who thinks he or she knows more about good teaching than every last teacher is delusional.
However, I don't think this is an argument for total autonomy, or the idea that everyone should do whatever they want in terms of curriculum or instructional techniques. As I will argue in more depth in a subsequent post, the opportunity to get better at what you're doing is far greater when you can collaborate with other professionals who are working to improve the same things. Moreover, teachers do not work in isolation; they together create an educational system that is responsible for students' learning over a period of years. Autonomy over certain types of decisions is important, but even top-notch people working without coordination will produce inferior results compared to a group of average people working as a team.
On your larger point, though, I agree—and I would argue that this is what happens in practice. Principals know which teachers are following the pacing guide meticulously, and which teachers aren't, and have differing opinions about these deviations based on their perceptions of the teacher's competence. In most places, proven competence buys you a good deal of freedom to rely on your own judgment when it conflicts with external mandates.
When principals insist on total compliance with the current fad, they're often doing so because they're under enormous pressure from above, and because detecting compliance is easier than determining when someone is doing a superior job despite their non-compliance. In cases where feckless reforms are forced on people who know better, non-compliance (or feigned compliance) is a rational and morally preferable response.
Some reforms are bad ideas and should be resisted, and others are good ideas and should be adopted with greater uniformity. How can you tell the difference? Listen to your best teachers, the ones who are willing to give the reform a good go, but aren't afraid to tell you when it turns out to be bogus.
Fundamentally, autonomy and common practices aren't mutually exclusive. Japan (to my knowledge) has a common national curriculum with pacing guides and very specific lessons, yet teachers are given extensive planning time to collaborate and work on their plans; if they come up with a better lesson, it can be submitted for acceptance into the national curriculum.
But why is there a national curriculum in many of the nations that are besting us in international comparisons? I'll take up this issue in my next post.
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The Andrews Labor Government is delivering new metropolitan bus contracts that support our transition to a zero-emissions bus network, providing more modern and reliable services to get Victorians where they need to go.
Minister for Public Transport Ben Carroll today announced the process of recontracting 30 per cent of the metropolitan bus network will soon get underway, as part of the Labor Government's push towards a cleaner and more sustainable bus fleet – with all new buses on Victoria's public transport routes to be zero-emissions from 2025.
Creating a greener fleet is also part of Victoria's Bus Plan to improve passenger experience and deliver value for money for Victorians, with new, greener buses critical to the Labor Government's goal of net zero emissions by 2045.
Under the recontracting process, the market will be asked to submit proposals on how to boost passenger experience, deliver network and operating efficiencies and optimise the transition to zero emissions buses, building on the Government's $20 million, Zero Emissions Bus (ZEB) Trial.
The trial is informing the transition of around 4,000 diesel buses in the state's public fleet, including around 2,200 in regional Victoria, to zero emissions.
The trial is also fostering vital local industry partnerships – such as with energy providers and manufacturers – that will be needed to achieve the transition across the state.
The Government will support existing and any new operators through the transition to the new contracts, which will commence on 1 July 2025.
The new contracts bring consistency to commercial arrangements across the metropolitan bus network, in line with the 10-year contracts other operators signed in 2018 and the Metropolitan Bus Franchise signed in 2022.
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"These new metropolitan bus contracts support Victoria's Bus Plan and will help tackle emissions on the bus network – which is critical to Victoria meeting our commitment of net zero emissions by 2045."
"We're providing greater flexibility to deliver a more modern, efficient and reliable bus network that attracts more passengers and gets them where they need to go."
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Heraklion, Iraklion, or Heraclion (Greek: ΗράκλειοGreek pronunciation: [iˈraklio]) is the largest city and the administrative capital of the island of Crete, Greece. It is the 4th largest city in Greece.
Heraklion is the capital of Heraklion peripheral unit. The ruins of Knossos, which were excavated and restored by Arthur Evans, are nearby. The Heraklion International Airport is named after Nikos Kazantzakis.
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After Kratos had passed through many obstacles, he had found the enigmatic Grave Digger who had aided him in the past. After the Grave Digger attempted to persuade Kratos to turn back, Kratos simply continued his journey.
After finding the Key of Crete on a dead body, Kratos left Heraklion and moved on to other areas of the city. After opening the gate which led him out of the city, Kratos left to the Mounts of Aroania.


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applied."""
 q = self.KIND.all()
 for prop, value in self.FILTERS:
 q.filter("%s =" % prop, value)
 return q
 def run(self, batch_size=100):
 """Executes the map procedure over all matching entities."""
 q = self.get_query()
 entities = q.fetch(batch_size)
 while entities:
 to_put = []
 to_delete = []
 for entity in entities:
 map_updates, map_deletes = self.map(entity)
 if to_put:
 if to_delete:
 q = self.get_query()
 q.filter("__key__ >", entities[-1].key())
 entities = q.fetch(batch_size)
Mapper is supposed to be just an abstract class that allows you to iterate over every entity of a given kind, be it to extract their data, or to modify them and store the updated entities back to the datastore.
Run with it!
Now, start your appengine interactive console:
$python appengine_console.py
That should start the interactive console. In it create a subclass of Model:
from utils import Mapper
# import your model class here
class MyModelDeleter(Mapper):
 KIND =
 def map(self, entity):
 return ([], [entity])
And, finally, run it (from you interactive console): mapper = MyModelDeleter() mapper.run()
That's it!
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You can do it using the web interface. Login into your account, navigate with links on the left hand side. In Data Store management you have options to modify and delete data. Use respective options.
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I've created an add-in panel that can be used with your deployed App Engine apps. It lists the kinds that are present in the datastore in a dropdown, and you can click a button to schedule "tasks" that delete all entities of a specific kind or simply everything. You can download it here:
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For Python, 1.3.8 includes an experimental admin built-in for this. They say: "enable the following builtin in your app.yaml file:"
- datastore_admin: on
"Datastore delete is currently available only with the Python runtime. Java applications, however, can still take advantage of this feature by creating a non-default Python application version that enables Datastore Admin in the app.yaml. Native support for Java will be included in an upcoming release."
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that's the currently easiest solution to bulk delete a specific entity – systempuntoout Jan 18 '11 at 22:59
Adding the configuration in app.yaml threw an error. Instead we can enable it from the 'Applications Setting' Page in 'Administration' section. There's a button to enable it – Sundeep Dec 29 '12 at 23:12
Open "Datastore Admin" for your application and enable Admin. Then all of your entities will be listed with check boxes. You can simply select the unwanted entites and delete them.
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This is what you're looking for...
Running a keys-only query is much faster than a full fetch, and your quota will take a smaller hit because keys-only queries are considered small ops.
Here's a link to an answer from Nick Johnson describing it further.
Below is an end-to-end REST API solution to truncating a table...
I setup a REST API to handle database transactions where routes are directly mapped through to the proper model/action. This can be called by entering the right url (example.com/inventory/truncate) and logging in.
Here's the route:
Route('/inventory/truncate', DataHandler, defaults={'_model':'Inventory', '_action':'truncate'})
Here's the handler:
class DataHandler(webapp2.RequestHandler):
 def delete(self, **defaults):
 model = defaults.get('_model')
 action = defaults.get('_action')
 module = __import__('api.models', fromlist=[model])
 model_instance = getattr(module, model)()
 result = getattr(model_instance, action)()
It starts by loading the model dynamically (ie Inventory found under api.models), then calls the correct method (Inventory.truncate()) as specified in the action parameter.
The _USER_ is a decorator/wrapper that provides authentication for sensitive operations (ie POST/DELETE). There's also an oAuth decorator available if you're concerned about security.
Finally, the action is called:
def truncate(self):
It looks like magic but it's actually very straightforward. The best part is, delete() can be re-used to handle deleting one-or-many results by adding another action to the model.
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If you have a lot of data, using the web interface could be time consuming. The App Engine Launcher utility lets you delete everything in one go with the 'Clear datastore on launch' checkbox. This utility is now available for both Windows and Mac (Python framework).
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For the development server, instead of running the server through the google app engine launcher, you can run it from the terminal like:
dev_appserver.py --port=[portnumber] --clear_datastore=yes [nameofapplication]
ex: my application "reader" runs on port 15080. After modify the code and restart the server, I just run "dev_appserver.py --port=15080 --clear_datastore=yes reader".
It's good for me.
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Adding answer about recent developments.
Google recently added datastore admin feature. You can backup, delete or copy your entities to another app using this console.
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PHP variation:
import com.google.appengine.api.datastore.Query;
import com.google.appengine.api.datastore.DatastoreServiceFactory;
define('DATASTORE_SERVICE', DatastoreServiceFactory::getDatastoreService());
function get_all($kind) {
 $query = new Query($kind);
 $prepared = DATASTORE_SERVICE->prepare($query);
 return $prepared->asIterable();
function delete_all($kind, $amount = 0) {
 if ($entities = get_all($kind)) {
 $r = $t = 0;
 $delete = array();
 foreach ($entities as $entity) {
 if ($r < 500) {
 $delete[] = $entity->getKey();
 } else {
 $delete = array();
 $r = -1;
 $r++; $t++;
 if ($amount && $amount < $t) break;
 if ($delete) {
Yes it will take time and 30 sec. is a limit. I'm thinking to put an ajax app sample to automate beyond 30 sec.
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WTF? None of that is necessary. – Evan Plaice Jun 1 '12 at 20:18
I often don't want to delete all the data store so I pull a clean copy of /war/WEB-INF/local_db.bin out source control. It may just be me but it seems even with the Dev Mode stopped I have to physically remove the file before pulling it. This is on Windows using the subversion plugin for Eclipse.
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I was so frustrated about existing solutions for deleting all data in the live datastore that I created a small GAE app that can delete quite some amount of data within its 30 seconds.
How to install etc: _URL_
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for amodel in db.Model.__subclasses__():
 print amodel
 m = amodel()
 mq = m.all()
 print mq.count()
 for mw in mq:
 #~ print len(dela)
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If you're using ndb, the method that worked for me for clearing the datastore:
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I don't think this will work. Appengine complains about Sorry, unexpected error: The kind "__Stat_Kind__" is reserved. This seems like appengine has some internal statistics entity that can be exposed by this method (possible bug on their end?) – disappearedng Jun 11 '14 at 7:55
For any datastore that's on app engine, rather than local, you can use the new Datastore API. Here's a primer for how to get started.
I wrote a script that deletes all non-built in entities. The API is changing pretty rapidly, so for reference, I cloned it at commit 990ab5c7f2063e8147bcc56ee222836fd3d6e15b
from gcloud import datastore
from gcloud.datastore import SCOPE
from gcloud.datastore.connection import Connection
from gcloud.datastore import query
from oauth2client import client
def get_connection():
 client_email = '_EMAIL_'
 private_key_string = open('/path/to/yourfile.p12', 'rb').read()
 svc_account_credentials = client.SignedJwtAssertionCredentials(
 return Connection(credentials=svc_account_credentials)
def connect_to_dataset(dataset_id):
 connection = get_connection()
if __name__ == "__main__":
 gae_entity_query = query.Query()
 for entity in gae_entity_query.fetch():
 if entity.kind[0]!= '_':
 print entity.kind
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You can Delete All Datastore by deleting all Kinds One by One. with google appengine dash board. Please follow these Steps.
1- Login to _URL_
2- Click Data Store admin in data section.(Enable data store admin if


There is no specific major that is needed for a student to attend law school. The ABA recommends that the best preparation for law school is to take challenging courses in a variety of disciplines. Lawyers advise that you take courses that will promote writing, speaking, and critical thinking skills.
Those courses can be found in a variety of disciplines, and the key advice for students in pre-law is that they should consult with the pre-law advisor about how to construct a personal curriculum that develops the skills and competencies necessary for success in law school.
Consider taking PHI152:Logic, as many W (writing flag) courses as possible, and any course that will challenge you to think on your own.


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WHO SAID speak the truth even if your voice shakes?
These just zap energy and waste time." The phrase "Speak the truth, even if your voice shakes" has been appearing frequently, which led me to find its source: Maggie Kuhn, founder of the Gray Panthers. The whole quote is worth your attention: "Leave safety behind. Put your body on the line.
Did RBG say speak your mind even if your voice shakes?
" Speak your mind, even if your voice shakes." The tributes to Ruth Bader Ginsburg's accomplishments abound and make for inspiring reading.
Why does my voice shake when I present?
' It's one of the most common speech anxiety symptoms. Many, many people suffer from a shaky voice and hands when nervous – and even shaky voice anxiety long before the presentation has begun. When our brain releases adrenaline, it increases our heart rate and causes shaky hands or voice, dry mouth and sweating.
What does it mean to speak your truth?
When Winfrey and others say, " Speak your truth," they typically mean something more like: Share your perspective, tell your story, open up about your experience. But in an America some call "posttruth," semantics matter.
How do you fix a shaky voice?
This problem is simply caused by irregular breathing. You can easily eliminate a shaking or cracking voice by slowing your speaking rate and gaining control of your breathing rate. Focus on someone comforting in the audience. Intentionally slow your speech, inhale, and lower the pitch of your voice as you continue.
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What does personal truth mean?
Personal truth is something you believe is true. It's part of my Personal Truth, and if I believe it, I need to live it out. Personal truths are unique, and based on your perspective and life experiences.
Why is it important to speak your truth?
We often hear that it's important to speak your truth — to express your honest feelings, thoughts, and perceptions. We don't want to be codependent and conceal our true feelings in order to protect or placate others. Intimacy cannot thrive in a climate of emotional dishonesty and inauthenticity.
What are the benefits of speaking truth?
Benefits Of Telling The Truth You don't have to remember your lies. You'll earn trust and respect. You'll create deeper connections with people. You'll feel more confident. Trust creates opportunities. Lying takes energy. You won't get caught lying. Truth attracts truth.
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ENVIRONMENT REPORT - December 7, 2001: UN Environment Prize - 2001-12-06
This is the VOA Special English ENVIRONMENT REPORT.
An American environmental activist, Huey Johnson, has won the United Nations Sasakawa Environment Prize this year. The prize is worth two-hundred-thousand dollars. It is considered one of the most important environmental awards in the world.
Mister Johnson won the award for his efforts to protect the Earth's natural resources. He received the award last month during a ceremony at U-N headquarters in New York.
Huey Johnson has led national and international efforts to protect the environment for more than forty years. He helped create programs designed to save water, reduce energy use and cut pollution.
Mister Johnson helped create many important organizations over the years. Some were privately operated. Others were governmental groups.
In Nineteen-Seventy-Two, Mister Johnson gained recognition for helping create a company whose goal is to save natural areas in America's cities. The Trust for Public Land company has protected more than five-hundred-thousand hectares of land in the United States.
Mister Johnson was an official in charge of natural resources in California in the early Nineteen-Eighties. He developed statewide programs to save natural resources such as water, forests and soil. One program is called Investing for Prosperity. This one-hundred-year plan invests money to protect California's natural resources. The plan became a model for other countries.
One of the program's major successes was the development of renewable energy technologies. Experts say these efforts have saved Californians thousands of millions of dollars and have helped the state's economy grow. For his efforts in this area, Mister Johnson received the President's Award for Sustainable Development in Nineteen-Ninety-Six.
Mister Johnson also has been involved with the development and support of many international environmental organizations. One of them is the Green Belt Movement International. It urges people around the world to plant trees as a way to help improve the environment.
The United Nations Sasakawa Environment Prize was started by Ryoichi Sasakawa. It has been awarded each year since Nineteen-Eighty-Four. It recognizes people who have made major gains in protecting the environment.
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Dateline: August, 2011, Issue 3
How does a juror's social status affect participation in deliberations?
Jurors with higher occupational statuses, higher levels of education, and higher incomes have higher social status. Social status disparities affect our communication activities and social behaviors, including jurors' behavior on juries.
York (2006) interviewed jurors post-verdict in Boston and found higher levels of participation in deliberations among upper class jurors.
Cornwell and Hans (2009) studied 2,306 criminal jurors who served on 311 juries. A juror's social class predicted the juror's participation in deliberations. Jurors with a college degree participated significantly more than those not having a college degree. Independently, jurors with higher incomes participated more in deliberations than those with lower incomes.
Absent consideration of social status, a juror's gender did not predict the juror's participation in deliberations. Men did not participate more in deliberations than women. Both men and women of higher social status participated more in deliberations, and men and women of lower social status participated less.
Jury decision-making reflects social status disparities. Jurors with higher social status -- higher occupational statuses, higher levels of education, and higher incomes -- typically participate more in deliberations than their lower status counterparts.
Source York,E. (2006). Social status in jury deliberations: 1957 and today, in memory of Fred Strodtbeck. Paper presented at the annual meeting of the American Sociological Association, Montreal, Quebec.
Source Cornwell, E.Y. & Hans, V. P. (2009, July 30). Contextualizing Jury Participation: Case-, Jury-, and Juror-Level Predictors of Participation in Jury Deliberations. Paper presented at the. CELS 2009 4th Annual Conference on Empirical Legal Studies.


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Judge ratifies air link between Sao Paulo and Malvinas/Falklands
It's been a long wait, but we may thank Argentine federal judge Luis Rodriguez for the ruling, ratifying and giving the green light for Latam's flight, linking Sao Paulo in Brazil and Cordoba with the Falkland/Malvinas Islands, after throwing out a request to suspend the link.
According to the ruling, published by the Judicial Information Center, given the records collected from the different Argentine public offices involved, they all coincide in underlining that the Malvinas Islands belong to the Tierra del Fuego, Antarctica and South Atlantic Islands province of Argentina, and "the Cordoba Islas Malvinas leg in a domestic flight"
Furthermore the approval of the legs between Sao Paulo and the Malvinas Islands are in the framework of bilateral treaties between both States, which were necessary to authorize through a National Decree, under article 97 of the Aeronautic Code, and Law 25.871, analogue to those currently taking place under Decree 1179/2002.
This decree authorized Lan Chile (now merged with Brazil's TAM), to exploit regular international air transport services of passengers, cargo and mail with large body aircraft. Rodriguez also underlined the "legitimate and imprescriptible sovereignty of the Malvinas, South Georgia and South Sandwich Islands and adjoining maritime and insular spaces", according to the records requested.
Thus based on the analysis of all the evidence provided, it impedes considering admissibility requests of the cautionary measures, demanded by the Prosecution, with the purpose to preserve the Argentine State from possible serious economic damages.
In consequence Judge Rodriguez ruled not to accept the suspension of the flights corresponding to the authorizations extended to Latam through Decree 602/2019, from 30 August 2019 and signed by the president of the Argentine nation.
The cautionary measures were requested by solicitor Valeria Laura Carreras on 24 September who claimed alleged irregularities in the UK/Argentina bilateral relation by the administration of President Mauricio Macri. Based on this the Prosecution had accused president Macri, Transport minister Guillermo Dietrich and foreign affairs minister Jorge Faurie for their alleged "treason of the Motherland", in the question referred to the flight to Malvinas.
Netflix is seeing rapid subscriber growth in regions including Asia and Latin America as it girds for tougher competition in the streaming market, newly detailed figures show.
In a regulatory filing this week, Netflix offered the first detailed look at its finances from various regions around the world,
The figures showed nearly 14.5 million subscribers in the Asia-Pacific region at the end of September, representing growth of more than 50% over the previous 12 months.
The region including Europe, the Middle East and Africa had some 47 million paid subscribers, up 40% year-over-year, in the largest segment outside North America.
Latin America included some 29 million subscribers, a rise of 22% over the past year, Netflix said in the filing.
North America is the largest market for Netflix with some 67 million subscribers but growth over the past year was just 6.5%. Netflix is the leader in streaming television, operating in some 190 countries, but it is facing new offerings from deep-pocketed rivals including Disney, Apple, Comcast's NBCUniversal and AT&T's WarnerMedia


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Nanoparticles in paints
Paint and coatings industries are seeking for more and more performing products, mainly for world wide market applications (automotive and construction field, for example), able to solve typical problems for surface finishing (corrosion and scratch).
TEC STAR produces nanoparticles that, used as nanofillers for paints and inks, provide new properties to polymer coatings, solving many problems related to the varnish industry:
- increasing scratch resistance and surface hardness
- improvement of UV light resistance
- increasing corrosion protection
- improvement of antiseptic effect (TEC Star anti-microbial)


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Tray Components
The function of a weir is to maintain a desired liquid level on the tray. Typical weir height is between 2 - 4 inches. Low weirs are frequently used in low pressure or vacuum columns. Notched (rectangular or V-shaped) weirs are commonly used for low liquid loads. see the Figure below for some examples:
Weir types
The higher the liquid level, the higher the tray pressure drop. Higher liquid level also imply more liquid hold-up on the tray, which may be undesirable if the liquid is toxic or hazardous.
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Downcomers are used to guide liquid flow from an upper tray to a lower tray. The most common is the segmental-type, which can be either straight or sloped (angled). See the Figure below.
Downcomer types
The straight, segmental, vertical downcomer is widely used as it provides good utilization of column area for downflow and has cost and simplicity advantage. Sloped downcomer can be used if vapour-liquid disengagement is difficult (e.g. due to foaming). Sloped downcomer also provide a slightly larger active area for vapour-liquid contact, but it is also more expensive.
A downcomer must be sufficiently large to allow liquid to flow smoothly without choking. Sufficient time must also be provided in the downcomer to allow proper vapour disengagement from the down-flowing liquid, so that the liquid is relatively free of vapour by the time it enters the tray below. Inadequate downcomer area will lead to downcomer choking, whereby liquid backs up the downcomer into the tray above and eventually flood the column.
Downcomer sealing can be achieved primarily by 2 means: (1) inlet weirs, and (2) recessed seal pan as shown in the Figure below. These devices provide a positive seal on the tray. The disadvantage is that they create a pocket of stagnant liquid where dirt, sediments, etc can build up. A large amount of such build up can restrict the downcomer outlet area and lead to premature flooding. Thus, the use of these devices is not recommended in fouling or corrosive services.
Downcomer Sealing: 2 methods
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Tray Spacing
The most common tray spacing used in practice is 18 - 24-inch, although in some applications, up to 36-inch tray spacing had been used. Tray spacing is usually set to allow easy access for maintenance.
A spacing of 24-inch or larger makes crawling between trays easier and is often desirable where frequent maintenance is expected, e.g. as in fouling and corrosive service. Increasing tray spacing necessarily adds to the column height requirements. Larger tray spacing may be required where the trays require elaborate support structures (e.g. beams) that may interfere with vapour disengagement.
Tray Layout (Configuration)
The cross-flow tray is the most commonly used. It is simple in design and economic in construction. In most applications, single-pass cross-flow tray design as shown is adequate. 2 or more pass trays are usually used for large diameter columns, where a high liquid load is expected. Use of multi-pass trays can lower the tray or downcomer liquid loading by splitting the liquid into 2 or more paths. For example, a 2-pass tray will halve the liquid load on the tray.
Single-Pass Cross-Flow Tray2-pass cross-flow Tray
Whenever possible, the number of passes should not exceed 2. This is because increasing the tray passes shortens the path length. Shorter path lengths will reduce the tray efficiency. Multi-pass trays are also more expensive. In addition, trays containing 2 or more passes may be sensitive to liquid and/or vapour mal-distribution if the flow paths are not symmetrical.
Other Considerations for Trays
Materials of Construction
Generally, trays are made of stainless steel, e.g. Type 304, 316 or 410. The main factors affecting the choice of materials of construction of tray parts are:
Compatibility with the chemicals processed
Compatibility with the column materials of construction
Anticipated rate of corrosion
Procedure and expected frequency of cleaning
Cost (e.g. maintenance, replacement, effects on plant operations, etc)
Tray Manways
Tray manways allow maintenance workers and inspectors to travel from one tray to another. Manway size should be at least 16 x 20-inch. For multi-pass trays, one tray manway should be provided for each tray pass, as the central downcomers restrict access from one side to the other.
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NASHVILLE, Tenn. (April 18, 2019) – The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Nashville District is performing structure surveys in Bell County, Kentucky during the spring and summer of 2019 to identify homes and businesses that are vulnerable to a recurrence of the destructive April 1977 flood, the most severe flood in the region in the last six decades. Surveyors are recognizable by Corps of Engineers safety vests and identification. Surveys include photographs and elevation shots of structures along portions of the Cumberland River, Left Creek, Straight Creek, and Yellow Creek. Access to private property requires permission of landowners. The surveys are part of the Corps' development of the Bell County Flood Damage Reduction Study, as authorized by Section 202 of the Energy and Water Development Act of 1981 (PL 96-367). This study is an investigation of alternatives to reduce flood damages to structures along impacted portions of the Cumberland River and its tributaries. Once completed, the study identifies structures located in the floodplain at risk of significant structural or content damages in a recurrence of the April 1977 flood levels. Residents of identified structures are eligible for either flood proofing of structures or evacuation of properties to support demolition and removal of flood prone structures. The local sponsor, Bell County, would maintain ownership of all acquired properties. All structure acquisition and flood proofing is voluntary. The timeline to acquire or flood proof these structures is dependent on federal, state, and local funding. For more information about the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Nashville District, visit the district's website at _URL_, on Facebook at _URL_ and on Twitter at _URL_


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The current study examined the lingual kinematic and acoustic effects of bite blocks on vowels in a sentence context. Twenty adult native English speakers (10 male, 10 female) with no speech, language, or hearing deficits participated in the study. The corner vowels found in the sentence, The blue spot is on the black key again (i.e., /u/, /É'/, /Ã¦/, /i/), were measured kinematically and acoustically immediately before and after bite block insertion. The participants' speech was audio-recorded and their lingual articulatory movements were measured with a Northern Digital Instruments Wave electromagnetic articulograph. The sensor coils were attached to three different parts on the tongue (back, middle, and front). Acoustic analysis of the vowel formants revealed that the vowel articulation index and vowel space area decreased significantly following bite block insertion. Kinematic analysis of the sensors on the tongue revealed that the kinematic vowel articulation index decreased significantly for the back and middle of the tongue but not for the front. Thus, adjustments to the position of the front of the tongue were sufficient to compensate for the bite block perturbation, while the same measures for the back and middle of the tongue were significantly affected. This was likely due to the relative independence in the movement of the front of the tongue, given its distance from the posterior point of attachment between the tongue and mandible. These findings suggest that the effects of articulatory perturbation can be more fully understood when kinematic and acoustic measures are considered together.
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David O. McKay School of Education; Communication Disorders
BYU ScholarsArchive Citation
Low, Tanner Keith, "Kinematic and Acoustic Vowel Changes in Adult Bite Block Speech" (2019). Theses and Dissertations. 7495.
kinematics, acoustics, bite block, perturbation, compensation, vowels


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Supports 4 Student Success Toolkit
The Supports for Student Success Toolkit has been developed by the Wellness, Resiliency and Partnerships (WRaP) Project as a guide for educators and administrators supporting students suspected of living with Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD).
Supports for students are most effective when they are relationally-based. Relationally-based support is a universal strategy that benefits all children and youth, especially those living with FASD. Encouraging and supportive relationships with teachers and mentors in the school environment contribute to a positive school experiences for students living with FASD. Supporting students with FASD begins with an understanding FASD as a brain-based disability and a medical diagnosis, which ultimately informs the strategies for successful interventions.
Select a toolkit below, to learn tips, ideas & strategies to support academic success, student engagement, social and emotional and physical well-being or/and prevention of suspensions
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Exploring mouse fur color through explanation development.
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Have you ever wondered why mice come in different fur colors? Understanding the genetics behind mouse fur coloration can provide a fascinating insight into genetic inheritance and variation. In this article, we will delve into the intriguing world of genetics to develop an explanation for the diversity of mouse fur colors. By exploring the complex interplay of genes that determine fur color, we can gain a deeper understanding of genetics and inheritance patterns, shedding light on the diversity of traits within a population. Join us as we unravel the mysteries of mouse fur color genetics!
Table of Contents
 1. Understanding the Genetics of Mouse Fur Color
 2. Exploring Environmental Factors in Fur Color Expression
 3. Connecting Fur Color Concepts to Real-World Applications
 4. Encouraging Critical Thinking and Problem-Solving Skills
 5. frequently asked questions
 1. How can students use mathematical models to explain the inheritance patterns of mouse fur color?
 2. What strategies can be used to help students develop a clear and coherent explanation of the relationship between genetics and mouse fur color?
 3. How can teachers integrate real-world data on mouse fur color into mathematical explanations within the classroom?
 4. What are effective ways to scaffold students' understanding of complex genetic concepts as they work to develop an explanation for mouse fur color?
 5. In what ways can mathematical reasoning be applied to investigate and explain variations in mouse fur color across different populations?
Understanding the Genetics of Mouse Fur Color
When developing an explanation for mouse fur color, it is essential to understand the underlying genetics. This involves comprehending the principles of inheritance, including dominant and recessive traits, as well as the role of alleles in determining fur color. Through exploring genetic crosses and Punnett squares, students can gain a deeper appreciation for how different combinations of genes lead to variations in fur color.
Exploring Environmental Factors in Fur Color Expression
In addition to genetics, it is important to consider the impact of environmental factors on fur color expression. This could involve discussing the influence of temperature, diet, and exposure to light on the manifestation of certain fur colors. By investigating these factors, students can develop a more comprehensive understanding of how both genetic and environmental elements play a role in determining mouse fur color.
Connecting Fur Color Concepts to Real-World Applications
It is crucial to illustrate the relevance of understanding mouse fur color in a real-world context. This could involve discussing the implications for breeding programs, ecological studies, and even medical research. By connecting these concepts to real-world applications, educators can inspire students to see the practical significance of their learning in mathematics education.
Encouraging Critical Thinking and Problem-Solving Skills
Developing an explanation for mouse fur color provides an opportunity to encourage critical thinking and problem-solving skills. Students can be challenged to analyze complex genetic patterns, propose hypotheses, and test their understanding through hands-on activities. By emphasizing critical thinking and problem-solving in this context, educators can foster a deeper engagement with the mathematical principles underlying fur color genetics.
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How can students use mathematical models to explain the inheritance patterns of mouse fur color?
Students can use mathematical models to explain the inheritance patterns of mouse fur color by analyzing the probability of different genetic combinations and using probability distributions to predict the likelihood of specific fur colors in offspring.
What strategies can be used to help students develop a clear and coherent explanation of the relationship between genetics and mouse fur color?
One strategy is to incorporate data analysis and probability into the lesson, allowing students to use mathematical reasoning to understand the patterns of inheritance in mouse fur color. Another approach is to utilize visual aids and modeling to help students grasp the concepts more concretely, such as Punnett squares or interactive simulations.
How can teachers integrate real-world data on mouse fur color into mathematical explanations within the classroom?
Teachers can integrate real-world data on mouse fur color into mathematical explanations within the classroom by using statistics and probability to analyze the frequency of different fur colors, graphing and data visualization to represent the data, and algebra and functions to model the relationships between fur color and other variables.
What are effective ways to scaffold students' understanding of complex genetic concepts as they work to develop an explanation for mouse fur color?
Using visual aids and modeling can be effective ways to scaffold students' understanding of complex genetic concepts in the context of Mathematics education.
In what ways can mathematical reasoning be applied to investigate and explain variations in mouse fur color across different populations?
Mathematical reasoning can be applied to investigate and explain variations in mouse fur color across different populations through statistical analysis and data modeling.
In conclusion, the process of developing an explanation for mouse fur color within the context of Mathematics education highlights the intricate relationship between mathematical modeling and biological phenomena. By utilizing variables and mathematical principles to understand the genetic basis of fur color inheritance, educators can demonstrate the practical applications of mathematics in real-world scenarios. This approach not only enriches students' understanding of mathematical concepts but also fosters a deeper appreciation for the interdisciplinary nature of scientific inquiry. As we continue to explore the convergence of mathematics and biology, it is evident that this integrative approach holds tremendous potential for engaging students and cultivating a holistic understanding of both fields.
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Michael Miller is a passionate blog writer and advanced mathematics teacher with a deep understanding of mathematical physics. With years of teaching experience, Michael combines his love of mathematics with an exceptional ability to communicate complex concepts in an accessible way. His blog posts offer a unique and enriching perspective on mathematical and physical topics, making learning fascinating and understandable for all.
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Natural minerals originate as elements in the earth. Living beings cannot make minerals. Humans consume minerals from eating plants and animals. Plants take up the natural minerals from the soil, and herbivorous animals eat the plants. Minerals are also present in the water supply. The amount of minerals consumed depends on the soil and water content; this varies geographically.
Health Facts: In Ujang Tinggi's review 'Essentiality and toxicity of selenium and its status in Australia: a review', published in Toxicology Letters in 2003, great differences were found in the intake of the trace mineral selenium in 15 countries. The countries with the lowest intakes were parts of China, Scotland, England, New Zealand, Australia, and Belgium. This is due to low soil and water selenium content in these countries.


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to Magic: The Gathering lore, the Phyrexians were originally non-sentient servants of Urza and Mishra, created through a combination of artifacts known as Golgothian Sylex and volcanic energy.
The two brothers' attempt to weaponize the Phyrexians resulted in their self-awareness, and ultimately their revolt and war with the plane of Dominaria known as the Phyrexian Invasion. At the onset of the war, Yawgmoth, a planeswalker from the plane of Phyrexia and one of the major antagonists of the storyline, arrived in Dominaria and eventually conquered it.
He then corrupts the Phyrexians by manipulating them with his shapeshifting powers, furthering their evolution into the murderous and insidious race that they are today. Thus, while Yawgmoth did not create the Phyrexians, it is thanks to him that they are what they are.
Do artifacts have color identity?
No, artifacts do not have a color identity. Artifacts are colorless objects, meaning they are neither of a specific color nor do they have to be used in combination with any specific color of mana (or group of colors).
Artifacts are generally created with the intention of providing a unique ability or effect that can be used regardless of the color of mana being used by the player. Artifacts can be used in any type of deck, regardless of the color identity or mana used by the player.


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Tsing Ma Bridge
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Tsing Ma Bridge at night
Carries 6 lanes of roadway (upper)
2 MTR rail tracks, 2 lanes of roadway (lower)
Crosses Ma Wan Channel
Locale Ma Wan Island and Tsing Yi Island
Official name Tsing Ma Bridge
Design Double-decked suspension bridge
Width 41 metres (135 ft)
Longest span 1,377 metres (4,518 ft)
Clearance above 62 metres (203 ft)
Opened May 22, 1997
Toll HK$30 (cars)
Tsing Ma Bridge
Traditional Chinese 青馬大橋
Simplified Chinese 青马大桥
Literal meaning Cyan Horse Great Bridge
The Tsing Ma Bridge is a bridge in Hong Kong. It is the world's ninth-longest span suspension bridge, and was the second longest at time of completion. The bridge was named after two of the islands at its ends, namely Tsing Yi and Ma Wan. It has two decks and carries both road and rail traffic, which also makes it the largest suspension bridge of this type. The bridge has a main span of 1,377 metres (4,518 ft) and a height of 206 metres (676 ft). The span is the largest of all bridges in the world carrying rail traffic.
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What is Benazepril Compounded?
Benazepril is a prescription medication used in dogs and cats for the treatment of heart failure, high blood pressure, and some forms of kidney disease. Benazepril is not FDA approved for use in veterinary medicine; however, it is a commonly accepted practice for veterinarians to prescribe this medication for dogs and cats. Compounding is beneficial in instances where a specific dosage is unavailable or in different forms to make it easier to dose your pet. Benazepril requires a prescription from your veterinarian.
Dogs and Cats
- Treats heart failure, high blood pressure, and some forms of kidney disease in dogs and cats
- Dilates the veins and decreases fluid retention
How does Benazepril work?
Benazepril is an ACE inhibitor used to dilate blood vessels in the treatment of high blood pressure, congestive heart failure and some types of kidney disease in dogs and cats.
Do not stop giving this medication without your veterinarian's approval. A missed dose can result in a sudden rise in blood pressure.
Benazepril Compounded Directions:
- The below dosage amounts are recommendations only. Always follow the amount prescribed by your veterinarian.
Benazepril can be given with or without food.
Benazepril Compounded Dosage:
|All weights||0.1-0.45 mg/lb once a day|
|All weights||0.1-0.2 mg/lb 1-2 times a day|
|Horses||Do not use!|
Store in a tightly sealed container at room temperature, away from excess moisture or heat.
What is a Compounded Medication?
A compounded medication is the creation of a particular medication to fit the unique needs of a patient, including changing the form of the medication (e.g., from a solid pill to a liquid) for a variety reasons (e.g., to make it easier to take, to avoid a non-essential ingredient, to obtain the exact dose needed, adding favorite flavors).
If you are having difficulty giving your pet prescribed medication or need to find a discontinued medication, 1-800-PetMeds offers compounding services on select medications. We can prepare the following: (1) custom strength quantities of a medication (as capsules, liquid, chewable tablets, or transdermal (absorbed through the skin); (2) dosage forms to mask bitter or unpleasant taste (such as capsules or chewable tablets that can also be flavored); (3) dosage forms to make it easier to dose your pet such as a transdermal or liquid (that can also be flavored); and (4) discontinued products such as cisapride or DES.


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Join ARPEL (Association of Oil, Gas and Biofuels Sector Companies in Latin America and the Caribbean) and ASME (The American Society of Mechanical Engineers) at the fourth biennial International Pipeline Geotechnical Conference (IPG 2021) from June 21 – 22, 2021.
IPG 2021 is an international event to share knowledge, foster international cooperation, and promote technical progress by advancing the management of natural forces impacting pipelines – protecting the public, environment, energy infrastructure assets, and ensuring safe and reliable operations.
IPG 2021 will be presented in a virtual format. There will be opportunities to discuss papers and network with your fellow attendees as in prior versions.
Pipeline risk factors associated with natural forces include:
- Landslides and mass movement
- Tectonics/seismicity — including fault crossings and liquefaction
- Hydrotechnical — including river scour and channel migration
- Erosion and upheaval displacement
- Geochemical — including karst and acid rock drainage
- Unique soil structure — including residual and sensitive soils
- Desert mechanisms — including dune migration
- Volcanic mechanisms
- Freezing of unfrozen ground
- Thawing of permafrost terrain
These forces have become critical in the integrity management of pipelines, due to failures causing loss of life and damage to the environment. The risk factors, known as geohazards, result from geotechnical, geological, hydrological, or tectonic natural processes that represent potential threats usually induced during the pipeline construction and operations.
Geohazard management practices, including special design and construction, monitoring and inspection, risk assessment and associated data management, have seen considerable advancements in recent years as the topic has gained prominence within the pipeline community.
Who Should Attend?
The Conference will be of special interest to:
- Professionals from the oil and gas pipeline sector.
- Professionals from the mining industry.
- Professionals responsible for the facilities integrity, geotechnics, applied geomatics, risk analysis, operations, right of way maintenance, geotechnics instrumentation, pipelines design, construction and maintenance.
- Providers of goods and services.