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Sharp Compet 363P Programmable Desktop Calculator
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The Sharp Compet 363P is virtually identical to another machine in the museum, the Burroughs C3660. The two machines are very similar, having only subtle differences in packaging and nomenclature. It is clear that Sharp was behind the design of the Burroughs machine, making a few minor changes for brand differentiation between its own 363P and the Burroughs C3660. This 363P, as well as the Burroughs C3660 in the museum were both built during the mid-1971 timeframe.
Compet 363P (Left) and Burroughs C3660 (Right) Internal Views
Removing the top half of the case (which includes the keyboard assembly), makes it clear that the Sharp 363P and Burroughs C3660 are virtually identical internally. The same compliment of six Rockwell-made LSI (Large-Scale Integration) integrated circuits make up the calculating brains of the machine. The board layouts are very similar, and the mechanical construction of the machines is identical. The main logic of the machine is spread across four plug-in circuit boards. The circuit boards plug into a hand-wired backplane that provides interconnection between the boards. The four boards seem to be fairly logically divided in their function. One board seems to be related to input processing, such as scanning and encoding of the keyboard, timing generation, and overall 'housekeeping' functions. Another board seems to provide all of the circuitry needed to operate the magnetic card reader in the machine. The main logic of the machine is housed on the next circuit board, which also includes the Nixie tube displays, as well as decoder/driver devices that run the Nixies. Lastly, a fourth board seems to provide the programming functions of the machine, including the memory for program steps and memory registers. Aside from the LSI devices, the boards are heavily populated with NEC uPD1xx and uPD3xx-series small- and medium-scale integrated circuits.
Display/Calculating Board(Top), and Programmer/Sequencing Card of the Sharp Compet 363P
The Sharp 363P uses a similar display subsystem to that of the Burroughs C3660, using sixteen NEC CA-80 Nixie tubes for the numeric portion of the display. Each of the CA-80's contains the digits zero through nine, a right-hand decimal point, and a 'tick' located to the left of each digit for grouping displayed numbers into three-digit groups for easier reading of large numbers. The machine performs leading-zero suppression, which also helps make reading numbers in the display easier on the operator.
The 363P Nixie Tube Display (Note "ticks" grouping digits into threes)
Along with the sixteen Nixies, three special gas-discharge tubes complete the display panel. The right-most tube in the display panel is a nine-segment tube, arranged in a narrow 7-segment rendition with two additional vertical segments bisecting the 7-segment pattern. This tube is used to display memory register numbers, branch destination codes, and certain program operation codes. The next tube to the left is a multi-segment display, in the form of the classic "starburst", allowing the tube to display stylized alphabetic characters. This tube displays symbols indicating the operation being performed in programs. Together, these two tubes are used only when the calculator is in any of the programming modes. The Burroughs version of the machine dispenses with the 'starburst' tube, opting for individual indicators on the keyboard panel of the machine for showing the program operation codes. The Burroughs machine has a slight modification to the 'main board' (the one with the Nixie tubes and calculator LSI's on it) that adds an edge connector that brings out the signals to drive the discrete indicators for program opcode display on the keyboard panel.
Program Function Display Tubes in Operation
The left-most tube of the group of three special tubes is used for sign and error indication. The tube displays a '-' sign when the number in the display is negative. Below the '-' sign, a symbol, which lights up in conjunction with the '-' sign to form an 'E', lights when the calculator detects an error condition. Along with the 'E' indication, the machine lights up all of the 'ticks' in each of the Nixie tubes to further reinforce the indication of an error condition. Error indications are triggered by overflow of the machine, illegal operations (division by zero), or overflowing of the program memory. Taking the square root of a negative number does not cause an error condition, and returns a negative square root, which is technically inaccurate.
Sharp 363P Error Indication
The Compet 363P, programming functions aside, provides the basic four math functions and square root. Square roots are calculated by entering the number to calculate the square root of, pressing the divide key to enter the number, then pressing the "+=" key to generate the result. The multiply and divide key contain indicators that light the function symbol when an operation is pending. For example, when performing 3 X 4, when the user hits the "X" key, the "X" nomenclature in the key will light up with a red glow to indicate that a multiplication operation is pending. Once the operation is completed, the indicator is extinguished.
The calculator provides ten accumulator-style memory registers. There are four keys to the right of the math function keys that control the memory registers. A given memory register is cleared (with the 'CM' key), recalled (with the 'MR' key), subtracted from (with the 'M-' key), or added to (with the 'M+' key) with these keys. When performing a memory function, the memory function key is pressed and is immediately followed by a single digit from zero through nine to indicate which memory register the operation is to be performed upon. A special keystroke sequence, 'CM' followed by '.', clears all of the memory registers to zero. Four incandescent indicators on the keyboard panel provide visual indication of the state of memory registers one through four (no status indication is provided for memory registers 0, 5, 6, 7, 8 and 9) by lighting up when the corresponding memory register has non-zero content.
Detail View of Compet 363P Keyboard (Note Illuminated "X" Key)
The other functions of the machine operate as they do on other Sharp calculators of the time. Addition and subtraction work adding machine-style, with the '+=' key used for addition, and the '-=' key for subtraction. Multiplication and division operate as expected, with the '+=' key generating the answer. A slide switch on the keyboard panel enables the constant function for multiplication and division. The 'CE' key clears the display register, and the 'RC' key recalls the last operand to the display. The '+/-' key toggles the sign of the number in the display.
The calculator can operate in fixed or floating decimal point modes, which is set by two nine-position slide switches at the left of the keyboard panel. The 363P provides separate decimal point settings for the display (R) and for the memory registers (M). Selections are provided for fixed decimal settings at zero through seven digits behind the decimal point, or for full floating (F) decimal point placement. The display and memory registers also have separate settings for roundoff. Two three-position slide switches select force up, 5/4 (5-up, 4-down), or truncate modes for rounding of numbers in the display or memory registers.
The operating mode of the machine is set with a slide switch on the keyboard panel that has five different settings available. "N" (Normal) mode is selected to use the machine as a normal calculator, with program execution disabled. The "A" (Auto) position of the mode switch puts the calculator in program execution mode. In program execution mode, the "+=" key serves as a 'RUN' key, which, when depressed, causes program execution to begin (or continue from a programmed HALT instruction). The "PRO" (Program) position of the mode switch is used for entering programs into memory. As keypresses are entered, they are stored in the program memory one step at a time. In program mode, the Nixie tubes display the current step number, and the special tubes display the operation code for each key as it is entered. The "DEB" (debug) position of the mode switch is used to step through programs step at a time (with a step executed with each press of the "+=" key). When in debug mode, the Nixies display math results as usual, and the special purpose tubes show the operation code for each instruction as it is executed. Lastly, there is "CHE" (Check) mode, which is used for program entry verification. In check mode, the Nixie display shows the step number, and the special function tubes show each program opcode as the user moves through the program with each press of the "+=" key.
The program memory on the 363P has a capacity of 144 program steps, the same as the Burroughs C3660. The machine has the capability of eight different conditional branches, and six unconditional branches within any given program. The calculator uses tags to mark locations in programs for branching operations to transfer to. Branching functions are designated by the "


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A Quick Guide to Blockchain: Merkle Tree
ANURAG SINGH CHOUDHARY 11 May, 2023 • 5 min read
Introduction
A Merkle tree is a basic component of blockchain technology. It is a mathematical data structure composed of hashes of different data blocks that serve as a summary of all transactions in the block. It also enables efficient and secure verification of the content of large amounts of data. Both Bitcoin and Ethereum use the Merkle Trees structure. Merkle Tree is also described as a Hash Tree.
The Merkle Tree concept is named after Ralph Merkle, who patented the idea in 1979. It is a tree data structure in which each leaf node is labeled with a data block hash, and a non-leaf node is labeled with the cryptographic hash labels of its child nodes. Leaf nodes are the last ending node in the tree.
Merkle Tree in Blockchain
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Working of Merkle Tree
A Merkle tree stores all transactions in a block by creating a digital fingerprint of the entire set of transactions. It permits the user to confirm whether a transaction can be covered in a block or not.
Computing hash pairs of nodes develop Merkle trees until only one hash remains. This hash is described as Root Hash or Merkle Root. Merkle Trees are constructed using a bottom-up approach.
Working of Merkle Tree
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Each leaf node is a hash of transaction data, and a non-leaf node is a hash of its previous hashes. Merkle trees are part of a binary tree; therefore, it necessitates an even number of leaf nodes. If Transactions are in odd numbers, then the last hash will be repeated once to generate an even number of leaf nodes.
BInary Merkle Tree
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The above example is the most common and simplest form of a Merkle tree, i.e., a binary Merkle tree. The number of transactions in the block is respectively TX1, TX2, TX3, and TX4. Here you can see that there is a top hash, the hash of the entire tree, known as the Root Hash or Merkle Root. Each of these is repeatedly hashed and stored in each leaf node, resulting in hashes 0, 1, 2, and 3. Consecutive pairs of leaf nodes are then summarized in the parent node by hashing Hash0 and Hash1, resulting in Hash01, and separately hashing Hash2 and Hash3; the result is Hash23. The two hashes (Hash01 and Hash23) are then hashed again to create the Root Hash or Merkle Root.
The Merkle Root is deposited in the block header. A block header is the part of a Bitcoin block that is hashed in the mining process. It contains the hash of the last block, the Nonce, and the Root Hash of all transactions in the current block in the Merkle Tree. The Merkle root directory in the block header makes the transaction tamper-proof. Because this root hash contains the hashes of all transactions within the block, these transactions can save disk space.
Merkle Tree
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Merkle Tree maintains data integrity. If any individual detail of transactions or the order of transactions changes, those changes will be reflected in the hash of that transaction. This change would cascade up the Merkle tree to the Merkle root, changing the value of the Merkle root and thereby invalidating the block. So everyone can see that a Merkle tree allows a quick and easy test of whether a particular transaction is included in the set or not.
Why Merkle Trees are Necessary for Blockchain?
To understand how important Merkle trees are to blockchain technology, imagine a blockchain without them. We will cover Bitcoin mainly because using Merkle Trees is fundamental to crypto-currencies and easy to understand. For example, if Bitcoin did not have Merkle trees, every node in the network would have to maintain a complete copy of every transaction that ever happened on Bitcoin. Any authentication request on Bitcoin would require an extensive packet of data to send over the network, so you have to have it yourself to verify the data. The computer used for verification would have to use a lot of processing power to compare the ledgers to ensure that no changes have been made. Merkle Trees can effectively solve this problem. They hash records in the ledger, effectively separating the evidence of the data from the data itself. Proving the validity of a transaction only involves providing a small amount of information to the network. In addition, it allows you to demonstrate that both variants of the ledger are the same for the titular amount of computing power and network bandwidth.
Importance
Merkle Trees are vital because they allow Merkle proof. These allow us to quickly verify whether an input was included in a particular data set and in what order. Merkle Trees are also effective as they allow us to compress large datasets by removing all unnecessary branches while keeping the only ones we need to prove. In the blockchain world, this means that Merkle Trees provide the following critical features:
 - The ability to verify that a transaction is included in a block
 - Bright clients
 - Complete efficiency and scalability
 - Simplified payment verification
Advantages of Merkle Tree
 - Efficient Verification: Merkle trees offer efficient data integrity and validity verification and significantly reduce the amount of memory required for verification. Proof of verification does not require transferring large amounts of data over the blockchain network. Enable trusted cryptocurrency transfer in a peer-to-peer distributed system by quickly verifying transactions.
 - No Delay: There is no delay when data is transferred over the network. Merkle trees are widely used in the calculations that keep cryptocurrencies working.
 - Less Disk Space: Merkle trees take up less disk space compared to other data structures.
 - Unaltered Data Transfer: Merkle root helps ensure that blocks sent over the network are whole and unaltered.
 - Tampering Detection: The Merkle Tree offers an amazing advantage to miners in checking whether any transactions have been tampered with.
 - Since transactions are stored in a Merkle tree, which stores the hash of each node in the top parent node, any changes to the transaction details, such as the amount to be debited or the address to which payment must be made, will propagate to the hashes in the upper levels and finally to the Merkle root.
 - A miner can compare the Merkle root in the header with the Merkle root stored in the data part of the block and easily detect this manipulation.
 - Merkle-Tree search: O(logn), where n = number of transactions in a block.
 - Linked-List search: O(n), where n = number of transactions in the block.
Conclusion
Once you understand the basics of Merkle Trees, you can begin to appreciate the protection and efficiency of Blockchain data structures. If Merkle Trees had never been discovered, cryptocurrency and blockchain technology would never have existed. Without a suitable alternative, the amount of computing power and storage would be too expensive to operate. Merkel Trees are vital to blockchains and allow them to function while maintaining the integrity of transactions.
Key Takeaways:
 - Merkle Tree provides a means to maintain data integrity and validity.
 - Merkle Tree helps in saving memory or disk space as proofs, computationally easy and fast.
 - Merkle Tree evidence and management require a small amount of information transmitted over networks.
 - The Merkle root is a simple mathematical way to verify data on a Merkle tree.
 - Merkle roots are used in cryptocurrency to ensure that blocks of data passed between a peer-to-peer network are intact, uncorrupted, and unaltered.
 - Merkle roots are essential to the computation required to sustain cryptocurrencies such as Bitcoin and Ether.
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Architect: William Deane Butler & Iarnród Éireann Architects
Originally constructed for the Drogheda and Dublin Railway Company, this was the first of the four major Dublin Railway termini to be constructed. Still in use today, it has been renamed Connolly Station after James Connolly who was executed for his part in the 1916 rising although many people still refer to it as Amiens Station. The station was built between 1844-46, and it is constructed on an axis with Talbot Street allowing the central tower to act as a signpost for the station. A symmetrical five bay façade with three towers and an enormous entrance arch – the main façade does not hang together particularly well as an integrated design.
In the late 20th century Iarnród Éireann Architects renovated the building by adding a new entrance foyer to the south and cleaning the brickwork inside the shed. In addition to the mainline trains, Connolly also services the local DART and Suburban Rail services. These trains operate from platforms adjacent to the main railway shed, on an elevated railbed before crossing the river via the Loopline Bridge.
The removal of the traffic access ramp to the south has allowed a terminus of sorts for the Luas Light Rail system, which had now been negated by the extension of the route to the Point on North Wall Quay.


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However, in this matrix the situation is quite different. A solution-permeated wood in a gel-like condition would exhibit a much higher transport rate as well as unusual geochemical conditions which might favor the accumulation of 210Po and 210Pb nuclides. Evidence that this accumulation was essentially finished prior to complete coalification comes from the fact that most Po halos are plastically deformed; furthermore, after coalification it is much more difficult to account for such rapid and widespread migration of the radionuclides (that is, within the 210Po half-life). For example, a hundred or more 210Po halos are sometimes evident in a single thin section (2 cm by 2 cm) of coalified wood, and they occurred quite generally in the thin sections examined (11). Of the thousands of Po halos seen in this matrix, only three show any trace of a ring that could possibly be attributed to 214Po α-decay [that is, from the accumulation of the U-daughters 214Pb (t1/2 = 27 minutes), 214Bi (t1/2 = 20 minutes), or 214Po (t1/2 = 164 μsec)], and none has been seen with a ring from 218Po α-decay [that is, from the accumulation of short-lived 218Po (t1/2 = 3 minutes)]. (Possibly these faint outer rings are of chemical rather than radioactive origin.)
Positive identification for the 210Po halos comes from the IMMA analyses. Compared to a 238U halo radiocenter. a 210Po halo inclusion should contain much less 238U (perhaps none at all) and much more of the 210Po decay product 206Pb. The IMMA analyses of Po halo inclusions showed that the 238U content was low, the 238U/206Pb ratios varying from 0.001 to 2.0. [These values were corrected for the different ionization efficiencies (~ 2 : 1) of Pb+ and U+ in this matrix.] This small 238U content implies that only an extremely small amount of Pb could have been generated by in situ U decay. There are certainly three other possible sources for the Pb in these inclusions: (i) common Pb, (ii) Po-derived radiogenic Pb generated by in situ decay of secondarily accumulated 210Pb and 210Po, or (iii) U-derived "old" radiogenic Pb that had accumulated in the hypothesized (12) Precambrian U ore deposit (which is one possible source of the U now in the Colorado Plateau) prior to the time it was carried with the U in solution into the wood. Since the 204Pb count rates, which are unique indicators of common Pb, ranged from undetectable to a few counts per second above background when 206Pb count rates were several thousand counts per second, it was evident that relatively little common Pb was present. Thus only 206Pb/207Pb ratios had to be measured to obtain evidence of 206Pb originating from the decay of 210Po: the results were indeed confirmatory.
Fig. 2. Curve a, EMXRF spectrum of a U-rich radiocenter. Curve b, EMXRF spectrum of the radiocenter of a 210Po halo.
The ratios obtained were as follows: 206Pb/207Pb = 8 ± 0.5, 11.6 ± 0.3, 11.7 ± 0.4, 13.3 ± 0.7, 13.4 ± 1.0, 13.7 ± 0.6, 13.9 ± 0.6, 14.8 ± 0.9, 15.8 ± 1.1, and 16.4 ± 0.5. The variation in this ratio can easily be understood to have resulted from the addition of an increment of 206Pb (generated by in situ 210Po decay) to the isotopic composition of the "old" radiogenic Pb. The lowest Pb ratio, obtained from a very lightly colored 210Po halo, differs slightly from the lowest Pb isotope ratio previously determined on bulk samples of Colorado Plateau U ore specimens (12).
What is the meaning of these Po halos? Clearly, the variations in shape can be attributed to plastic deformation which occurred prior to coalification. Since the model for 210Po formation thus envisions that both 210Po and 210Pb were accumulating simultaneously in the Pb-Se inclusion, a spherical 210Po halo could develop in 0.5 to 1 year from the 210Po atoms initially present and a second similar 210Po halo could develop in 25 to 50 years as the 210Pb atoms more slowly α-decayed to produce another crop of 210Po atoms. If there was no deformation of the matrix between these periods, the two 210Po halos would simply coincide. If, however, the matrix was deformed between the two periods of halo formation then the first halo would have been compressed into an ellipsoid and the second halo would be a normal sphere. The result would be a dual "halo" (Fig. 3c). The widespread occurrence of these dual halos in both Triassic and Jurassic specimens (13) can actually be considered corroborative evidence for a one-time introduction of U into these formations (1, 2), because it is then possible to account for their structure on the basis of a single specifically timed tectonic event. The fact that dual halos occur in only about 1 out of 100 single Po halos is of special significance (14).
In halos with U radiocenters, the low Pb abundance made it generally quite difficult to measure U/Pb ratios with EMXRF (Fig. 2a) techniques. More sensitive IMMA measurements on these U radiocenters revealed 238U/206Pb ratios (15) of approximately 2230; 2520; 8l50; 8300; 8750; 18,700; 19,500; 21,000; 21,900; and 27,300 (again corrected for different ionization efficiencies). Typically, the U+ ion signals from which these ratios were derived were greater than 3 × 104 counts per seconds (cps); for example, the 19,500 value was obtained from a halo with a U+ signal of 106 cps (± 5 percent) with background 3 cps. We checked the 238U/235U ratio independently (and found it normal) by excising several radiocenters and analyzing them directly on the filament of a high sensitivity thermal ionization mass spectrometer (16).
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John Francis (1946 – ) is known as the Planet Walker. Francis witnessed a massive oil spill in the San Francisco Bay in 1971. He was deeply impacted the event. It caused him to reflect on how as a society, we are so dependent on oil for transportation Francis decided that he would no longer use any sort of motorized transportation. For 22 years, he walked everywhere. His travels would take him across the United States and most of South America. He hoped that his efforts would highlight American dependence on oil and petroleum.
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On June 1, 2023, Mercure Forbes Global Properties became a patron of the Palais Niel to support the preservation of its architectural and historical heritage with an exceptional dinner, in the company of celebrated French chef Thierry Marx. The event raised funds for the renovation of the entire palace.
A local partnership for heritage preservation
An emblematic jewel of Toulouse's historical heritage, the Palais Niel has been the hub of the French Army in Occitanie since 1999. Considered one of the most prestigious residences built during the 19th century, the Palais Niel only opens its doors to the public on Heritage Day.
To restore the Palais Niel to its former glory, the Fondation du Patrimoine launched a sponsorship campaign a few months ago. This restoration program aims to finance work on the Palais with the help of people committed to safeguarding our architectural heritage.
A true reflection of our culture and history, our architectural and historical heritage helps to create the identity that unites us as a community. By participating in this sponsorship, Mercure Forbes Global Properties confirms its commitment to preserving the testimonies of the past and passing on our rich heritage to future generations.
Since the Palais Niel is based in Toulouse, this partnership was an obvious choice for our group.
This evening at the Palais Niel was an opportunity to showcase our heritage at the heart of a Haussmann-style military building, unique of its kind in Toulouse. Indeed, the Palais Niel boasts typical Second Empire architecture, with classical and Renaissance elements adorning its facades. With the help of partners who love history and architectural heritage, this project will give the Palais a real facelift.
It's a great opportunity for history buffs and architecture enthusiasts to meet and exchange ideas, as well as those involved in the noble cause of heritage preservation.
To make this event as symbolic as it was unique, the Fondation du Patrimoine imagined a gastronomic meal prepared by renowned French chef Thierry Marx, assisted by the best army cooks in Occitanie and young people from Toulouse's hotel schools. The dinner provided an opportunity to delight our partners with refined, elegant cuisine in keeping with our Group's DNA.
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You can quickly text 911 in the United States using your iPhone or Apple Watch.
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Texting 911 requires an iPhone running iOS 13 or later, or an Apple Watch with watchOS 6 or later. Your iPhone must have a cellular connection; your watch needs either a cellular connection or to be near the iPhone that it's paired with. To text 911 using Siri, make sure that Siri is turned on.
You can text emergency services only in locations where it's supported. In places that don't support texting emergency services, you might receive a "bounce-back" message indicating that the text didn't go through.
How to text 911 on your iPhone or Apple Watch
Text 911 using Siri or by typing your message.
Use Siri
 - On your iPhone, say "Hey Siri, text 911." Or press the side button for a few moments, then immediately make your request.
 - On your Apple Watch, say "Hey Siri, text 911." Or, if you have Raise to Speak turned on, just raise your wrist and say "text 911." You can also press and hold the Digital Crown and make your request.
If asking Siri to text 911 doesn't work, make sure that you have Siri turned on.
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If you're in a situation where it's safer or more convenient, or if Siri is turned off, you can type your emergency text.
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Use VBA to find late finish dates in Microsoft Project 2010
Reduce your project administration burden by using VBA code to identify late tasks within the context of your overall Microsoft Project 2010 schedule.
In my previous Microsoft Project 2010 Visual Basic programming tutorial, I demonstrated how to identify missing baseline dates from the project schedule. (Part one of this series covered how to use VBA code to extend the Ribbon UI and create a simple message.) Identifying late tasks in the project schedule is a common task that often requires filtering on baseline dates and sorting percent complete values. I prefer to gain insight into my project with a single click of a button versus setting more filters and views. In this tutorial, I show how to identify all the late tasks in your project schedule with the click of a button (Figure A). Figure A
Project schedule with late tasks (Click the image to enlarge.)
The logic includes the following steps:
1. Select the Gantt Chart view and activate the Entry table.
2. Confirm the Project Status date Microsoft Project has been set.
3. For each task in the schedule, check the Baseline Finish date to the Project Status date.
4. If the Baseline Finish date is less than the Project Status date and the Task % Complete is not 100%, then toggle the background color to yellow.
5. Select the 1st row in the schedule when the checking is complete.
To build this custom task field highlighting feature, create the VBA routine as follows in these step-by-step instructions.
Step 1: Add the menu item to the Navigation bar
Using the Visual Basic editor in the Developer tab, I'll add the Toggle Late Tasks button to the Utilities group that I created in the previous tutorial:
myNavBar = myNavBar + " "
This snippet of code will add another button to the MyTools group of buttons on the Utility tab (Figure B). Figure B
VBA editor (Click the image to enlarge.)
Step 2: Build the VBA subroutine
In the Visual Basic editor, create a new subroutine called toggleLateFinish and paste the following code:
Sub ToggleLateFinish()
'Check Project Status Date is set
If ActiveProject.StatusDate = "" Then
MsgBox "Please set the Project Status Date to toggle late tasks"
Exit Sub
End If
Dim tsks As Tasks
Dim t As Task
Dim rgbColor As Long
Dim missingBaselineCt
Set tsks = ActiveProject.Tasks
'Switch to Gantt Chart Entry View
ViewApplyEx Name:="&Gantt Chart", ApplyTo:=0
TableApply Name:="&Entry"
missingBaselineCt = 0
For Each t In tsks
If (Not t Is Nothing) And (Not t.Summary) Then
SelectTaskField Row:=t.ID, Column:="Name", RowRelative:=False
rgbColor = ActiveCell.CellColorEx
'Check for missing baseline and increment counter
If t.BaselineFinish = "NA" Then
missingBaselineCt = missingBaselineCt + 1
If t.BaselineFinish < ActiveProject.StatusDate And t.PercentComplete <> 100 Then
' Check whether the task color is white.
If rgbColor = &HFFFFFF Then
Font32Ex CellColor:=&H66FFFF 'Change the background to yellow.
Font32Ex CellColor:=&HFFFFFF 'Change the background to white.
End If
'change the background to white.
Font32Ex CellColor:=&HFFFFFF
End If
End If
End If
Next t
'Selects the top row in the table
SelectRow Row:=0, RowRelative:=False
If missingBaselineCt > 0 Then
MsgBox "There are " & missingBaselineCt & " tasks missing a baseline finish date. Set a baseline date for these tasks for accurate metrics"
End If
End Sub
Step 3: Save your file and test it
Save the file, close Microsoft Project, and re-open it to test the new Toggle Late Tasks feature (Figure C). Figure C
Toggle Late Tasks button
The task name field will toggle between white and yellow background color. You can filter by the Resource Names column (Figure D) to identify all the late tasks, while viewing all the tasks assigned to the filtered resource. Figure D
Filter by Resource and Late Finish (Click the image to enlarge.)
In large project schedules with filtered tasks, the project team can lose the context of the task within the overall task hierarchy. The benefit of the approach outlined in this tutorial is that you and your project team can see the late tasks within the context of the overall schedule. Download the sample code for this tutorial, and feel free to experiment with the code to change the color or highlight a different field.
In the final installment in this series, I'll show how to generate project metrics with Visual Basic programming.
This is excellent. How could a script account for late starts. The query would need focus on the Actual Start missing prior to the schedule date but I don't know what that would look like in VBA.
I would define a late start where the ActualStart is > Baseline Start, so you would adjust the IF statement: If t.ActualStart > t.BaselineStart Then (Treat that line as pseudo code as I'm typing it..vs building it into the script) If you didn't want to use VBA, you could also do a custom highlight filter Andy


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SSD - Hosters Seminar
Location: AICES Seminar Room 115, 1st floor, Schinkelstr. 2, 52062 Aachen
Dr. Norbert Hosters - Spline-based Methods for Fluid-structure Interaction
Chair for Computational Analysis of Technical Systems, RWTH Aachen University
The introduction of isogeometric analysis (IGA), made it possible to directly exploit the
favorable geometric properties of NURBS for numerical analysis. The method has become
wide-spread in structural mechanics. However, parametrizing complex three-dimenional
domains — as needed for CFD — using closed volume splines can be challenging. NURBS-
enhanced finite elements (NEFEM) can be a viable alternative. Both methods together
lead to a geometrically compatible coupling interface for fluid-structure interaction (FSI). Within a partitioned FSI
method, the necessary projection methods simplify due to the matching geometry;
while at the same time increasing accuracy. But the spline-based description not only offers
advantages in linking the individual fields. The spline-based boundary description is also
beneficial for problems of FSI with additional complexities, e.g. free surfaces or contact.
In the talk the theoretical background of the applied spline-based FSI solver will be presented.
The numerical advantages of the presented combination of isogeometric analysis and the NURBS-enhanced
finite element method is demonstrated with simple stationary and transient test cases. With more
complex FSI test cases, additional advantages of spline-based methods are presented.


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Medicare requires that you capture specific information about your patients at both the initial assessment visit and at subsequent treatment visits. Gathering the information is only part of the process; you must also utilize this information for patient care and then report this information to Medicare in a format that they understand. The Medicare Documentation System is designed to accomplish this.
Using the Medicare Documentation System will enable you to:
- Collect the information that Medicare requires from the patient using patient friendly forms.
- Accurately utilize this information in the medical decision making process.
- Develop accurate treatment plans.
- Prove medical necessity through functional improvement.
- Objectively prove when the patient reaches maximum medical improvement.
- Report this information to Medicare reviewers in terms and language that they understand
This system uses forms to capture the required information from both the patients and the doctor. The use of forms allows this system to integrate with any EHR that allows customization. The staff can enter the information into the EHR thereby maximizing the doctors effective time.
The Medicare Documentation System includes:
- A manual explaining in detail how to utilize the system
- A CD with all of the forms
- 2 CDs containing 6 recorded webinars.
The webinar topics include:
- Assessment Visit documentation
- Treatment Visit documentation
- Treatment Plans
- The ABN
- Medicare Documentation
- Proving Medical Necessity and Functional Improvement
The Medicare Documentation System will give you the information necessary to defend your patient care decisions to Medicare reviewers.


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(Formerly "RS-423") An EIA serial line standard which specifies single ended communication. The mechanical connections for this interface are specified by EIA-449. Although it was originally intented as a successor of EIA-232 it is not widely used. The EIA-232 standard has its limits at 20kbps and 1.5m. EIA-423 can have a cable lenght of 1200m, and achieve a data rate of 100Kbps. When no data is being transmitted, the serial line is at a logical zero (+3 to +15 Volts). A logical one is represented as a signal level of -15 to -3 Volts. In practise, one often finds signals which switch between nominally +4.5 and +0.5 Volts. Such signals are large by modern standards, and because the impedance of the circuits is relatively high, the allowable bit rate is modest. The data is preceded by a start bit which is always a logical one. There may be seven or eight bits of data, possibly followed by an even or odd parity bit and one or two stop bits. A "break" condition is a continuous logical one on the line which is what would be observed if nothing was connected.Comparing EIA-422, 423, 449 to RS-232-C. Details on RS-232, 422, 423 and 485.
Last updated: 2002-10-05


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Watching Netflix Or YouTube Videos Is Bad For Earth, But You'll Hate The Fix
WhatsApp and Zoom calls, dozens of email exchanges, those cat videos on Instagram and binging on your favourite shows on Netflix--what do they have in common?
Well, they surely are all part of our increasingly digital daily lives. But what's difficult to wrap our head around is the fact that along with our brain and mental peace, they're also frying the planet.
Netflix has announced that in 2020, one hour of streaming on its platform used about a hundred grams of carbon dioxide equivalent (100gCO2e), Wired reported.
That is equivalent to driving an average car to about 1.2 kms. Or, in other words, it's enough to power a 75W ceiling fan for about six hours in Europe.
Measuring Carbon Footprint
The streaming giant measured its carbon footprint using a tool called DIMPACT, developed by researchers at the University of Bristol, that also takes into account how much energy it takes for the data (in this case, our favourite TV show) to reach us across the web.
While Netflix claims that it is committed to reducing emissions, it hasn't set any targets as such unlike its competitors. Internet giants Facebook, Google, Microsoft and Apple have already promised to become carbon neutral by 2030.
Maybe It's Not So Bad
In July 2019, French think tank Shift Project published a report that claimed that 30 minutes of streaming on apps like Netflix emits as much carbon dioxide as driving for 6 kilometres. It added that transmitting and viewing online video generates nearly 1 per cent of global carbon emissions.
However, the International Energy Agency, Carbon Brief and the World Economic Forum claimed that the report was flawed and that the actual carbon impact of streaming could be 90 times less lower than the estimate.
Regardless, users are for the first time beginning to comprehend the side-effects of watching those innocent couple of episodes of 'Friends' while having dinner. But what's the alternative: would you ditch streaming and drive 30 minutes to go to cinema halls? That won't cut it.
Scientists at the UK's Royal Society have previously suggested that streaming a video in standard definition (SD) can cut your carbon emissions to about eight times as compared to watching it in 4K resolution.
Moreover, YouTube can also greatly reduce its staggering carbon footprint of 10Mt CO2e (Million Metric tons of carbon dioxide equivalent) if people listened to music without the video.
In fact, if you go back one year, Netflix actually did reduce video quality for 30 days in order to reduce strain on the Internet -- as people started working from home all over the world. YouTube then announced reducing video quality on smartphone streams as well, along with Facebook and others. But both YouTube and Netflix rolled back these austerity measures immediately.
So that leaves the ball in user's court: Will you as a consumer agree to watching lower quality videos on YouTube and Netflix if the environment benefits at large? Let us know in the comments section below...


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On suns site, there is an open bug for operator overloading. Many people have pointed out that Java has one special case of operator overloading (String + String), so why not allow the programmer to overload operators?
Operator overloading would become especially useful when the addition of the units and measures API, or other custom libraries that are similar. It becomes especially useful when trying to avoid primitive obsession, and create numeric-like types.
Imagine this case:
Speed s = endDistance.minus(startDistance).divide(duration);
could be simplified to
Speed s = (endDistance - startDistance) / duration;
This of course is a simple example, and yet one that I would love to use in some of my existing code-bases.
Another use case would be a cleaner syntax for lists/maps:
myMap["Hey"] = "There"; System.out.println(myList);
And hey, what about a special case for compareTo? Although it might be too dangerous to overload =/==, I could see overloading <, > <=, and >=. It might be nice to add a couple of operators to the mix. I'm officially suggesting "#" for concatenation. Maybe ":=" for shortand to.equals().


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From Ohio History Central
Lydia Moulton was an early settler of Marietta, Ohio. A group of real estate speculators, the Ohio Company of Associates, founded Marietta, originally known as Adelphia, in 1788.
Moulton was born on February 11, 1757, in Newbury (sometimes reported as Newburyport), Massachusetts. Moulton's father, William Moulton, was a gold and silversmith. In 1762, he moved his family to Hempstead, New Hampshire, where he diversified his business interests, becoming an extensive landholder, as well as continuing his work with silver and gold.
In 1788, William Moulton moved to Marietta. His wife Lydia, his daughters Lydia and Anna, and his son Enoch (sometimes reported as Edmond) joined him there in 1789. Here, Moulton continued his employment as a silver and goldsmith. By this time, he also had taught his daughter Lydia the trade. At this time, it was almost unheard of for a woman to know a formal trade. Lydia, however, proved herself to be a skilled craftsperson, and this father and daughter provided residents of what is now southeastern Ohio with numerous products, primarily eating utensils. These two smiths traveled by wagon selling their wares.
At this point in time, Marietta was still part of the frontier. Residents in this portion of the United States were struggling to create homes and ordered lives in the West. Craftspeople like William and Lydia Moulton helped residents of the Northwest Territory acquire needed equipment, as well as the finer necessities of life, bringing European culture to the frontier.


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The thermal or cold wake of the underwater vehicles will be formed at the sea surface in different region during sailing, then the underwater vehicles will be detected by airborne or space borne infrared detectors easily, which will imperil their security. A model between the detection probability and the Noise Equivalent Temperature Difference (NETD) of the detectors, and the temperature difference between the wake and the sea surface, etc., was established and the evaluation of detection probability in different discrimination levels and other parameters, such as time, location, atmosphere, sea, detector performance, wake temperature, etc., was realized, and a software named Wake Detection of Underwater Vehicle by Infrared (WDPUV-IR) was developed. The results showed that the detection probability to the wake with high detector performance or large temperature difference or short detection distance or low discrimination level was relatively high, but it was difficult to detect targets with small temperature difference and size when the atmospheric transmittance value was low.
The thermal wake would be formed owing to the cooling water or exhaust heat discharged by ship, and the cold wake could be formed by the cool water in the lower part of sea stirred up by the ship propeller or vortexes. Owing to the difference of surface temperature and emissivity between the ship wake and the surrounding ocean the ship wake will be easily detected by the infrared detecting system. The wave of wake also could be detected by the difference of reflected radiance between the background and the Kelvin wake of ship. In this paper the simulating models of infrared imaging of ship wake are developed based on the selfradiation of wake, the reflected radiance of the sky and sun and the transmitted radiance of atmosphere, and the infrared imaging signatures of ship wake are investigated. The results show that the infrared imaging signatures of ship wake can be really simulated by the models proposed in this paper. The effects of the detecting height, the angle of view, the NETD of detector and the temperature of wake on the infrared imaging signatures of ship wake are studied. The temperature difference between the ship wake and surrounding ocean is a main fact which effects on the detecting distance. The infrared imaging signatures of ship wake in 8-14μm wave band is stronger than that in 2-5μm wave band whenever the temperature of ship wake is warmer or cooler than the surrounding ocean. Further, the infrared imaging of thermal wake is investigated in the homogenous water and temperature stratified water at different speed of a ship and different flow rate and depth of the discharged water in a water tank. The spreading and decaying laws of infrared signature of ship wake are obtained experimentally. The results obtained in this paper have an important application in the infrared remote sensing of ship wake.
The dynamic simulation of infrared signature of the deep groove ball bearing (DGBB) was carried out based on ANSYS/LS-DYNA. A finite element model of the ball-raceway contact of the was established, and the slide friction between the ball and the raceway was considered as the main reason of heat generation, and the impacts of radial load, rotation speed and the coefficient of friction to the heat generation and the infrared characteristics of distribution were discussed in detail. The relative errors between the simulation results and the theoretical calculation value are less than 10%, which proves this simulation model is accurate and reliable.


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Sacs are uniformly round and up to 0.35 mm in diameter.
This species is commonly found in the bryozoan Fredericella sultana although DNA sequence data indicate that other bryozoans can also act as hosts (Anderson et al. 1999). Since these parasites are highly reduced and lack many distinguishing features, DNA sequence analysis is primarily used for species confirmation.
Other myxozoan parasites that produce sac-like stages in freshwater bryozoans may be confused with Tetracapsuloides bryosalmonae. However, Buddenbrockia allmani has only been recorded from the bryozoan Lophopus crystallinus while B. plumatellae is found in the bryozoan Cristatella mucedo.
Furthermore, the sac-like stages in these two species are generally irregular or oval in shape. Those produced by T. bryosalmonae are uniformly round. DNA sequences can also distinguish species (Tops et al. 2005).


>Create a new file create-symlinkCreate a symlink modifyChange an existing file or symlink delete-fileDelete a file ... $user_id expansion is also available for branch access control. Here the user can create, modify, and delete files in a per-user directory:anyone create-file,modify,delete-file ^$user_id/.*$ User IDsYou might be wondering how user identifiers work. Git supports GPG-signed push requests with git push --signed. We can use the GPG key ID as the user identifier, eliminating the need for centralized user accounts. Remember that the GPG key ID is based on the public key. Key pairs are randomly generated and it is improbable that the same key will be generated by two different users. That said, GPG key ID uniqueness has been weak in the past when the default size was 32 bits. Git explicitly enables long 64-bit GPG key IDs but I wonder if collisions could be a problem. Maybe an ID with more bits based on the public key should be used instead, but for now let's assume the GPG key ID is unique. The downside of this approach is that user IDs are not human-friendly. Git apps can allow the user to assign aliases to avoid displaying raw user IDs. Doing this automatically either requires an external ID issuer like confirming email address ownership, which is tedious for new users, or by storing a registry of usernames in the git repo, which means a first-come-first-server policy for username allocation and possible conflicts when merging from two repositories that don't share history. Due to these challenges I think it makes sense to use raw GPG key IDs at the data storage level and make them prettier at the user interface level. The GPG key ID approach works well for desktop clients but not for web clients. The web application (even if implemently on the client side) would need access to the private key so it can push to the git repository. Users should not trust remotely hosted web applications with their private keys. Maybe there is a standard Web API that can help but I'm not aware one. More thought is needed here. The pre-receive git hook checks that signature verification passed and has access to the GPG key ID in the GIT_PUSH_CERT_KEY environment variable. Then the access control policy can be checked. Access control is a git appAccess control is the first and most fundamental git app. The access control policies that were described above are stored as files in the apps/access-control branch in the repository. Pushes to that branch are also subject to access control checks. Here is the branch's initial layout:branches/ - access control policies for branches owner.confgroups/ - group definitions (see below)...refs/ - access control policies for refs owner.conf The default branches/owner.conf access control policy is as follows:owner create-file,create-directory,modify,delete ^.*$ The default refs/owner.conf access control policy is as follows:owner create-branch,create-tag,fast-foward,force,delete ^.*$ This gives the owner the ability to push refs and modify branches as they wish. The owner can grant other users access by pushing additional access control policy files or changing exsting files on the apps/access-control branch. Each access control policy file in refs/ or branches/ is processed in turn. If no access control rule matches the operation then the entire git push is rejected. Groups can be defined to alias one or more user identifiers. This avoids duplicating access control rules when more than one user should have the same access. There are two automatic groups: owner contains just the user who owns the git repository and anyone is the group of all users. This completes the description of the access control app. Now let's look at how other functionality is built on top of this. The merge requests appA merge requests app can be built on top of this model. The refs access control policy is as follows:# The data branch contains the titles, comments, etcanyone modify ^apps/merge-reqs/data$# Each merge request revision is pushed as a tag in a per-user namespaceanyone create-tag ^apps/merge-reqs/$user_id/[0-9]+-v[0-9]+$ The branch access control policy is:# Merge requests are per-user and numberedanyone create-directory ^merge-reqs/$user_id/[0-9]+$# Title stringanyone create-file,modify ^merge-reqs/$user_id/[0-9]+/title$# Labels (open, needs-review, etc) work like this:## merge-reqs/<user-id>/<merge-req-num>/labels/# needs-review -> /labels/needs-review#...# labels/# needs-review/# <user-id>/# <merge-req-num> -> /merge-reqs/<user-id>/<merge-req-num>#...#...#...## This directory and symlink layout makes it possible to enumerate labels for a# given merge request and to enumerate merge requests for a given label.## Both the merge request author and maintainers can add/remove labels to/from a# merge request.anyone create-directory ^merge-reqs/[^/]+/[0-9]+/labels$anyone create-symlink,delete ^merge-reqs/$user_id/[0-9]+/labels/.*$maintainers create-symlink,delete ^merge-reqs/[^/]+/[0-9]+/labels/.*$maintainers create-directory ^labels/[^/]+$anyone create-symlink,delete ^labels/[^/]+/$user_id/[0-9]+$maintainers create-symlink,delete ^labels/[^/]+/[^/]+/[0-9]+$# Comments are stored as individual files in per-user directories. Each file# contains a timestamp and the contents of the comment. The timestamp can be# used to sort comments chronologically.anyone create-directory ^merge-reqs/[^/]+/[0-9]+/comments$anyone create-directory ^merge-reqs/[^/]+/[0-9]+/comments/$user_id$anyone create-file,modify ^merge-reqs/[^/]+/[0-9]+/comments/$user_id/[0-9]+$ When a user creates a merge request they provide a title, an initial comment, apply labels, and push a v1 tag for review and merging. Other users can comment by adding files into the merge request's per-user comments directory. Labels can be added and removed by changing symlinks in the labels directories. The user can publish a new revision of the merge request by pushing a v2 tag and adding a comment describing the changes. Once the maintainers are satisfied they merge the final revision tag into the relevant branch (e.g. "main") and relabel the merge request from open/needs-review to closed/merged. This workflow can be implemented by a tool that performs the necessary git operations so users do not need to understand the git app's internal data layout. Users just need to interact with the tool that displays merge requests, allows commenting, provides searches, etc. A natural way to implement this tool is as a git alias so it integrates alongside git's built-in commands. One issue with this approach is that it uses the file system as a database. Performance and scalability are likely to be worst than using a database or application-specific file format. However, the reason for this approach is that it allows the access control app to enforce a policy that ensures users cannot modify or delete other user's data without running application-specific code on the server and while keeping everything stored in a git repository.


"Buddha's Hymn of Victory"
For this American sacred song, I've paired a classic eighteenth century psalm tune with an ancient Pali text translated by Charles Lanman, the great American scholar of Sanskrit. This is what Buddhas was supposed to have said when he at last acheived enlightenment, and was no longer bound to the endless cycle of rebirth. As a sort of extra bonus, the third verse is a translation by Paul Carus, a German immigrant to the United States, and a pioneering figure in the study of comparative religion (though today his scholarship seems quite dated).
Buddha's Hymn of Victory (PDF) 5-1/2 x 8-1/2 in., for use as an order of service insert.
The music is "Windham" by Daniel Read, one of the greatest of eighteenth century hymn tunes. This composition is usually paired with a text by Isaac Watts that begins "Broad is the road that leads to death…," and tells how mortals can get to heaven. Even though the Christian path to heaven and the Buddhist path to nirvana are very different, the mood of the music seems to match both texts equally well.


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Minor planet number 4147 has been named in honor of former Beatle John Lennon.
The citation announcing the naming appeared on Minor Planet Circular 16247 (issued on 1990 Apr. 10), from which the following is extracted with permission:
(4147) Lennon = 1983 AY
Discovered 1983 Jan. 12 by B. A. Skiff at the Anderson Mesa Station of
the Lowell Observatory.
Named in memory of John Lennon (_PHONE_), musician and ex-Beatle.
With Paul McCartney, he wrote the early songs that helped make The Beatles
the most popular group of their generation. Perhaps the most famous Beatles
album is Sergeant Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, which represents the
Lennon-McCartney partnership at its most fertile and innovative. From his
solo recording career, the song that will probably best be remembered is
'Imagine'. Violently anti-war, John, and his wife Yoko, also made many
public demonstrations of their desire for a peaceful world.
About (4147) Lennon
(4147) Lennon is in a 3.63-year elliptical orbit around the sun ranging in distance from 325.0 million km (at perihelion, closest point to the sun) to 381.6 million km (at aphelion, furthest point from the sun).
The next perihelion passage will occur on 2005 Nov. 21.4 UT.
The orbit is inclined by 5.7 degrees to the ecliptic plane (the plane of the earth's orbit about the sun).
There is little information on the physical properties of (4147) Lennon. Even its diameter is uncertain--a range of 7 to 15 km is probable.
You will need a telescope to see this minor planet as its maximum brightness is some 1/4091 of the brightness of the faintest objects that can be seen with the unaided eye.


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August 20, 2012
Researchers Study The Lowdown On The Shakedown
Brett Smith for redOrbit.com - Your Universe Online
In continuing a trend that has seen scientists looking to the mechanics of nature for inspiration, researchers at the Georgia Institute of Technology are studying the ways in which furry mammals shake themselves dry.The study – which involved 33 different animals, including 16 species and five dog breeds - found that furry mammals can shake 70 percent of the water off their bodies in just a fraction of a second. They also saw that smaller mammals shook at higher oscillations to compensate for their diminutive radius, according to the research team's report published recently in the Journal of Royal Society Interface.
Equipped with a hose and high-speed video camera, Georgia Tech mechanical engineering professor David Hu, along with his colleagues Andrew Dickerson and Zachary Mills, teamed up with Zoo Atlanta to study the drying technique of furry mammals that likely played a role in the evolution and survival of these animals.
"What would you do on a cold day if you were wet and could not towel off or change clothes? Every warm-blooded furry creature faces this dilemma often," Dickerson said. "It turns out that oscillatory shaking exhibited by mammals is a quite efficient way to dry."
The report cited two factors that play an important role in determining how these furry mammals shake off the water that is held close to their bodies by the forces of surface tension. Smaller animals had to oscillate their bodies and heads rapidly to overcome this attractive force. For example, a tiny mouse swings its body 27 times per second, but a grizzly bear does the same thing four times per second.
The skin of furry mammals, which tends to be loose against their bodies, also plays a role in getting these animals dry during a shakedown. As furry mammals oscillate, this loose skin "whips the fluid around much faster than if the skin was tight", said Hu. This whip action increases the acceleration of water droplets on the skin–sending them flying around the animal.
Mammals use this combination of factors to generate forces between 10 and 70 times that of gravity, yet they do so while trying to expend the least amount of energy – a crucial balance that needs to be kept during the colder months.
While wetting down animals and filming them with a high speed camera provides a potentially great viral video, the researchers said they hope the study will provide a window into technology that could remove liquid or dust from machines, like the Curiosity rover that recently landed on the surface of Mars.
"We hope the findings from our research will contribute to technology that can harness these efficient and quick capabilities of drying seen in nature," Dickerson said.
"In the future, self-cleaning and self-drying may arise as an important capability for cameras and other equipment subject to wet or dusty conditions," Hu added.
In addition to observing live animals, the scientists built and studied a ℠robotic wet-dog-shake simulator' that was designed to eject water from its surface.
Hu and Dickerson said their future research will center other ways animals interact with water in the natural world.


JSONObject) to link it all together.

Tapestry packages up all those addInitializerCall() initializations into one big block that executes at the bottom of the page (and does something similar for Ajax-oriented partial page updates).
Whew! To make this works requires that elements have unique ids (which can be a challenge when there are Ajax updates to the page). On top of that, the typical behavior is to create controller objects and attach event handlers directly to the elements; that works fine for small pages, but if there are hundreds (or thousands) of elements on the page, it turns into quite a burden on the JavaScript environment: lots of objects.
 There isn't a specific name for this approach, beyond perhaps "crufty". Let's call it active initialization.
 A more modern approach is more passive. In this style, the extra behavior is defined primarily in terms of events an element may trigger, and a top-level handler for that event. The events may be DOM related such as "click", "change", or "focus", or application-specific one triggered on the element directly. The top-level handler, often attached to the document, handles the event when it bubbles up from the element to the top level; it often distinguishes which elements it is interested using a CSS selector that includes references to a data- attribute.
For example, in the core/forms module, we need to track clicks on submit and image buttons as part of the form (this is related to supporting Ajax form submissions).


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We have a number 'Alert' scenarios where we want to send out user alerts, and also retain the body of a message (or part thereof) for resubmission, to replay the orchestration once appropriate remedial action has been taken. I thought we could be clever, and define an envelope schema that would contain details of the alert, in human-readable form, together with an element that could contain the message, for resubmission. By defining the parent of this element as the BodyXPath of the envelope, the alert message itself could be resubmitted, at which point the inner message would be stripped out and re-processed.
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It was the first time I'd used the Mass Copy functoid, and was annoyed to find that it copies the children and attributes of the node selected, rather than the node itself - meaning that you lose the root node name if it isn't already in the output schema. The xsl generated is thus:
(where the element is the parent of the , and our body xpath node.)
This didn't work for us, as we needed the name of the root element copied over, so I replaced the Mass Copy functoid with a Scripting functoid, selected Inline XSLT as the script type, and used the following:
I'm surprised that there isn't a property of the Mass Copy functoid that allows you to do this, as it seems relatively obvious (and easy to implement). Has anyone else had to do this?


4 mg/L. Sensitization occurred when the first step in the wall teichoic acid pathway, catalysed by TarO, was inhibited either by mutation or by chemical inhibition. In contrast, genetic blockade of lipoteichoic acid biosynthesis did not confer Congo red susceptibility. Based on this finding, combination therapy was tested using the highly synergistic combination of Congo red plus tunicamycin at sub-MIC concentrations (to inhibit wall teichoic acid biosynthesis). The combination rescued Caenorhabditis elegans from a lethal challenge of S. aureus.
Conclusions
Our studies show that wall teichoic acid confers protection to S. aureus from anionic azo dyes and related compounds, and its inhibition raises the prospect of development of new combination therapies based on this inhibition.
doi:10.1093/jac/dks184
PMCID: PMC3584970 PMID: 22615298
bacteria; antibiotics; S. aureus
6. Associations between Coping, Diabetes Knowledge, Medication Adherence, and Self-Care Behaviors in Adults with Type 2 Diabetes
General Hospital Psychiatry 2012;34(4):385-389.
Background
Few studies have examined the emotional approach to coping on diabetes outcomes. This study examined the relationship between emotional coping and diabetes knowledge, medication adherence, and self-care behaviors in adults with type 2 diabetes.
Methods
Data on 378 subjects with type 2 diabetes recruited from two primary care clinics in the Southeastern United States were examined. Previously validated scales were used to measure coping, medication adherence, diabetes knowledge, and diabetes self-care behaviors (including diet, physical activity, blood sugar testing and foot care). Multiple linear regression was used to assess the independent effect of coping through emotional approach on medication adherence and self-care behaviors while controlling for relevant covariates.
Results
Significant correlations were observed between emotional coping (as measured by emotional expression (EE) and emotional processing (EP)) and self-care behaviors. In the linear regression model, EP was significantly associated with medication adherence (β −0.17, 95% CI −0.32 to −0.015), diabetes knowledge (β 0.76, 95% CI 0.29 to 1.24), diet (β 0.52, 95% CI 0.24 to 0.81), exercise (β 0.51, 95% CI 0.19 to 0.82), blood sugar testing (β 0.54, 95% CI 0.16 to 0.91), and foot care (β 0.32, 95% CI −0.02 to 0.67). On the other hand, EE was associated with diet (β 0.38, 95% CI 0.13 to 0.64), exercise (β 0.54, 95% CI 0.27 to 0.82), blood sugar testing (β 0.42, 95% CI 0.09 to 0.76) and foot care (β 0.36, 95% CI 0.06 to 0.66), but it was not associated with diabetes knowledge.
Conclusion
These findings indicate that coping through an emotional approach is significantly associated with behaviors that lead to positive diabetes outcomes.
doi:10.1016/j.genhosppsych.2012.03.018
PMCID: PMC3383912 PMID: 22554428
Coping; medication adherence; self-care; diabetes
7. Diabetes Empowerment, Medication Adherence and Self-Care Behaviors in Adults with Type 2 Diabetes
Abstract
Background
Evidence suggests that empowerment is an important factor to address everyday aspects of dealing with a chronic disease. This study evaluated the effect of diabetes empowerment on medication adherence and self-care behaviors in adults with type 2 diabetes.
Subjects and Methods
Data on 378 subjects with type 2 diabetes recruited from two primary care clinics in the southeastern United States were examined. Previously validated scales were used to measure diabetes empowerment, medication adherence, diabetes knowledge, and diabetes self-care behaviors (including diet, physical activity, blood sugar testing, and foot care). Multiple linear regression was used to assess the independent effect of diabetes empowerment on medication adherence and self-care behaviors controlling for relevant covariates.
Results
Eighty-three percent were non-Hispanic blacks, 69% were women, 22% were 65 years or older, 68% were not married, 26% had less than high school education, 60% were unemployed, 39% were uninsured, and 47% had a yearly income <$10,000. Empowerment had significant correlations with medication adherence (r=0.17, P<0.003), diabetes knowledge (r=0.16, P=0.007), diet (r=0.24, P<0.001), exercise (r=0.25, P<0.001), blood sugar testing (r=0.12, P=0.043), and foot care (r=0.18, P=0.002). In the regression model, diabetes empowerment was significantly associated with medication adherence (β=−0.04, P=0.001), diabetes knowledge (β=0.09, P=0.012), diet (β=0.09, P<0.001), exercise (β=0.10, P<0.001), blood sugar testing (β=0.07, P=0.016), and foot care (β=0.08, P=0.001).
Conclusions
In this sample, diabetes empowerment was related to better diabetes knowledge, medication adherence and improved self-care behaviors. Emphasis on empowerment and self-efficacy is relevant to improve outcomes in the management of diabetes.
doi:10.1089/dia.2011.0287
PMCID: PMC3389377 PMID: 22524548
8. Lack of GNAQ and GNA11 Germ-Line Mutations in Familial Melanoma Pedigrees with Uveal Melanoma or Blue Nevi
Frontiers in Oncology 2013;3:160.
Approximately 10% of melanoma cases are familial, but only 25–40% of familial melanoma cases can be attributed to germ-line mutations in the CDKN2A – the most significant high-risk melanoma susceptibility locus identified to date. The pathogenic mutation(s) in most of the remaining familial melanoma pedigrees have not yet been identified. The most common mutations in nevi and sporadic melanoma are found in BRAF and NRAS, both of which result in constitutive activation of the MAPK pathway. However, these mutations are not found in uveal melanomas or the intradermal melanocytic proliferations known as blue nevi. Rather, multiple studies report a strong association between these lesions and somatic mutations in Guanine nucleotide-binding protein G(q) subunit alpha (GNAQ), Guanine nucleotide-binding protein G(q) subunit alpha-11 (GNA11), and BRCA1-associated protein-1 (BAP1). Recently, germ-line mutations in BAP1, the gene encoding a tumor suppressing deubiquitinating enzyme, have been associated with predisposition to a variety of cancers including uveal melanoma, but no studies have examined the association of germ-line mutations in GNAQ and GNA11 with uveal melanoma and blue nevi. We have now done so by sequencing exon 5 of both of these genes in 13 unique familial melanoma pedigrees, members of which have had either uveal or cutaneous melanoma and/or blue nevi. Germ-line DNA from a total of 22 individuals was used for sequencing; however no deleterious mutations were detected. Nevertheless, such candidate gene studies and the discovery of novel germ-line mutations associated with an increased MM susceptibility can lead to a better understanding of the pathways involved in melanocyte transformation, formulation of risk assessment, and the development of specific drug therapies.
doi:10.3389/fonc.2013.00160
PMCID: PMC3695489 PMID: 23825798
GNAQ; GNA11; familial melanoma; germ-line; blue nevi; uveal melanoma
9. Regional and temporal variation in the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis across the UK: a descriptive register-based cohort study
BMJ Open 2012;2(6):e001603.
Objectives
To describe current disease-modifying antirheumatic drugs (DMARDs) prescription in rheumatoid arthritis (RA) with reference to best practice and to identify temporal and regional trends in the UK.
Design
Descriptive, register-based cohort study.
Participants
Permanently registered patients aged ≥18 years with a recorded diagnosis of RA between 1 January 1995 and 31 March 2010 and matched controls. Participants with RA were identified through screening of all patients in the General Practice Research Database (GPRD) with a clinical or referral record for RA and at least 1 day of follow-up.
Setting
639 general practices in the UK supplying data to the GPRD.
Main outcome measures
Medication prescribing between 3 and 12 months of RA diagnosis by region and time period (1995–1999, 2000–2005 and 2006–April 2010).


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Reconstructing the state-space
The first problem in modelling a time series like the one described by Equations (2.6) and (2.7) is to try to reconstruct the original state-space or its equivalent, i.e. to find the structure of the manifold $ M$.
Two spaces are topologically equivalent if there exists a continuous mapping with a continuous inverse between them. In this case it is sufficient that the equivalent structure is a part of a larger entity, the rest can easily be ignored. Thus the interesting concept is embedding, which is defined as follows.
Definition 1 A function $ f: X \rightarrow Y$ is an embedding if it is a continuous mapping with a continuous inverse $ f^{-1}: f(X)
\rightarrow X$ from its range to its domain.
Whitney showed in 1936 [62] that any $ d$-dimensional manifold can be embedded into $ \mathbb{R}^{2d+1}$. The theorem can be extended to show that with a proper definition of almost all for an infinite-dimensional function space, almost all smooth mappings from given $ d$-dimensional manifold to $ \mathbb{R}^{2d+1}$ are embeddings [53].
Having only a single time series produced by Equation (2.7), how does one get those $ 2d+1$ different coordinates? This problem can usually be solved by introducing so called delay coordinates [53].
Definition 2 Let $ \phi$ be a flow on a manifold $ M$, $ \tau > 0$, and $ h: M
\rightarrow \mathbb{R}$ a smooth measurement function. The delay coordinate map with embedding delay $ \tau$, $ F(h, \phi, \tau): M
\rightarrow \mathbb{R}^n$ is defined by
$\displaystyle \mathbf{s}\mapsto \left( h(\mathbf{s}), h(\phi^{-\tau}(\mathbf{s}...
...h(\phi^{-2\tau}(\mathbf{s})), \ldots, h(\phi^{-(n-1)\tau}(\mathbf{s})) \right).$
Takens proved in 1980 [55] that such mappings can indeed be used to reconstruct the state-space of the original dynamical system. This result is known as Takens' embedding theorem.
Theorem 3 (Takens) Let $ M$ be a compact manifold of dimension $ d$. For triples $ (f, h,
\tau)$, where $ f$ is a smooth vector field on $ M$ with flow $ \phi$, $ h: M
\rightarrow \mathbb{R}$ a smooth measurement function and the embedding delay $ \tau > 0$, it is a generic property that the delay coordinate map $ F(h, \phi, \tau): M \rightarrow \mathbb{R}^{2d+1}$ is an embedding.
Takens' theorem states that in the general case, the dynamics of the system recovered by delay coordinate embedding are the same as the dynamics of the original system. The exact mathematical definition of this ''in general'' is, however, somewhat more complicated [46].
Definition 4 A subset $ U \subset X$ of a topological space is residual if it contains a countable intersection of open dense subsets. A property is called generic if it holds in a residual set.
According to Baire's theorem, a residual set cannot be empty. Unfortunately that is about all that can be said about it. Even in Euclidean spaces, a residual set can be of arbitrarily small measure. With a proper definition for almost all in infinite-dimensional spaces and slightly different assumptions, Sauer et al. showed in 1991 that the claim of Takens' theorem actually applies almost always [53].
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Thailand is a country with a rich cultural heritage and a long history of traditional medicine. Among the various medicinal plants used in Thai traditional medicine, cannabis holds a special place. For centuries, cannabis has been utilized in various forms for its therapeutic properties, cultural significance, and religious rituals. In this article, we will explore the traditional cannabis use in Thailand, shedding light on its historical background, traditional practices, and the current state of cannabis in the country.
Table of Contents
- Historical Significance of Cannabis in Thailand
- Cultural and Religious Use of Cannabis
- The Legalization of Medical Cannabis in Thailand
- Traditional Cannabis Practices Today
- Benefits and Potential Risks of Traditional Cannabis Use
- Cannabis Tourism in Thailand
- Major Seller Of Cannabis
Cannabis has a deeply rooted history in Thai culture, with a legacy of medicinal, cultural, and religious significance. Known as "Rak Ya" in Thai traditional medicine, cannabis has been used for centuries as a natural remedy for various ailments. Beyond its medicinal applications, the plant has been part of cultural festivals and ceremonies, bestowing spiritual blessings upon the participants. With the recent legalization of medical cannabis in Thailand, traditional practices are merging with modern opportunities, giving rise to ventures like "Bangkok Weed Delivery."
Historical Significance of Cannabis in Thailand
For centuries, Thai traditional medicine has harnessed the therapeutic properties of cannabis to treat pain, inflammation, and digestive disorders. Herbalists and healers crafted teas and poultices using cannabis leaves, flowers, and roots, recognizing its analgesic, anti-inflammatory, and sedative qualities. The ancient wisdom of Rak Ya continues to resonate with local communities, preserving their knowledge for generations.
Cultural and Religious Use of Cannabis
Cannabis held a sacred place in Thai culture, particularly during traditional festivals like Songkran, the Thai New Year. Revered as a sacred herb, it was believed to bring good fortune and blessings. As modernization unfolded, the cultural and religious significance of cannabis gradually diminished, but its historical impact remains deeply ingrained in Thai society.
The Legalization of Medical Cannabis in Thailand
In recent years, Thailand made strides towards legalizing medical cannabis to unlock its therapeutic potential. The government passed legislation in 2018, permitting the use of cannabis for medical purposes. This step opened doors for research, development, and the production of medical cannabis products to assist patients with qualifying conditions.
Traditional Cannabis Practices Today
Despite the strides towards medical legalization, traditional cannabis practices endure in rural pockets of Thailand. Local communities honor their heritage by continuing to integrate cannabis into their healing practices. Essential figures like "Mor-morb" or "Ruesi," traditional healers, play a crucial role in preserving these ancient practices.
Benefits and Potential Risks of Traditional Cannabis Use
The traditional use of cannabis offers potential benefits, providing relief for various conditions. However, like any substance, it must be used responsibly. Potential risks include dependency, impaired cognitive function, and potential interactions with other medications. It is vital to seek guidance from healthcare professionals before incorporating traditional cannabis practices into one's wellness routine.
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As Thailand embraces a changing legal landscape, cannabis tourism has gained traction. The country's rich cultural heritage and traditional cannabis practices attract visitors from around the world. Cannabis-themed tours, wellness retreats, and educational experiences provide tourists with an authentic insight into the history and cultural significance of cannabis in Thailand.
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The legacy of traditional cannabis use in Thailand continues to shape the country's culture and society. As the nation embraces medical cannabis legalization, it is essential to understand and respect the historical context, cultural significance, and potential benefits and risks associated with traditional cannabis practices. Bangkok Weed Delivery exemplifies the merging of ancient traditions with modern opportunities, contributing to Thailand's evolving cannabis culture. Experience the difference and convenience offered by Bangkok Weed Delivery and explore the best cannabis products the region has to offer.


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Autumn's Circadian Rhythms
Esoteric Astrology as news for week of Oct. 11, 2017
I have mentioned often circadian rhythms often in my columns, website and Facebook. These are the rhythms of light and dark, sun and moon, the seasonal rhythms, new and full moon rhythms, etc. Last week three scientists were awarded the Nobel Prize in medicine for their work in circadian biology, the field of science dedicated to the 24-hour internal clock on which our bodies run. This 24-hour cycle determines and controls everything in our lives, internally and externally. It's about biological rhythms, synchronized to Earth's revolutions around the Sun and light from the heavens—from Sun, moon and stars.
Following each season's rhythms is part of circadian rhythm, foundation for year-round health. Each season calls for different types of food for our body's balance and well-being. Foods for the Autumn season, under the Ayurvedic dosha (energy) of Vata (air, wind, sky, clouds) are to be substantial and nourishing, high in protein and ghee (clarified butter), hot (not cool) foods made with stimulating spices. These keep our inner organs moist (Vata is air) and our minds and emotions anchored in the practical. We reduce summery cool, cold raw foods.
Autumn (Vata) calls us to begin consistent daily rhythms and routines, following the changes in light (circadian rhythms). To have silence, stillness and peace in the early hours of the day. Using specific fragrances—vetiver, geranium and citrus essential oils. We wear autumn colors of red, golden yellow and orange. Asleep by 10 p.m. we rise at dawn, listen to bird calls while standing in the rising morning light of the sun.
ARIES: The season has changed and so must our health regimes, our diets, the ways we exercise and how we plan our day. As Autumn begins it's good to think along new lines, preparing for the coming changes in light, color, sun and shadows. All of these are reflected in our fall and winter festivals. The seasonal changes are reflected within ourselves, too. Relationships need extra tending so everyone doesn't feel isolated, cold, alone, withdrawn, and left out.
TAURUS: It's good to be out and about, learning new things, attending lectures, classes, gathering information. Or, perhaps creating and teaching a class yourself. Always in your life your task has been to illumine the minds of humanity, a serious and disciplined task. It would be good to consider what would be playful, bring enjoyment, fun and a calling forth your lightness and spontaneity? Perhaps you need to swim in a warm natural pool.
GEMINI: What constitutes family to you, whether biological, friend, group (esoteric?), colleagues, etc.? Family matters more and more even if you tend to reject that thought. Something's not complete with someone. What would that be? With whom? Listening to others until you understand the essential message is an important Gemini goal. All of this brings love forth—your spiritual task.
CANCER: Make contact. These two words have a depth most don't understand. Making contact releases Love. But it must be true, authentic and intentional contact. It must be from the heart, connecting heart to heart, Soul-to-Soul. The results are that Love being released creates liberation for everyone. You are the one to begin this process. Do this ceaselessly, quietly, with heartfelt intention of contact with all kingdoms.
LEO: There's a sense that you must create a new plan concerning finances and resources. When this is accomplished, a new state of values will come forth. You may want to communicate more deeply with those close to you, sharing with them your values, asking what values they hold. Seek to know the values held in common. The questions about values have to do with what your desires and aspirations are for the future. Do you know?
VIRGO: You will want to come out of the shadows and into a greater light. Standing in shadows, perhaps in the shadow of another, is comfortable for you. However, there comes a time when we each must define ourselves, become a sovereign individual, recognize our own self-identity, understand what we initiate, realize that we're responsible, summon our confidence, and seek a new support system. Am I speaking to Virgo or Pisces? Both. For each is the shadow of the other.
LIBRA: As I prepared the garden for autumn I gathered together a sheaf of wheat. The Virgo symbol of nourishment for humanity. I thought of Libra, and what nourishes them—relationships, beauty, friends, equilibrium, balance, love, sacrifice, art. It's the art of the wheat sheaf that caught my eye and I thought Librans must get back to their art in whatever form interests them. Some paint, some have galleries, some are collectors. What is your art form? It's calling you.
SCORPIO: Do you sense with restlessness that there's a group that belongs to you, and yet somehow you can't find it? As you search for those like-minded who belong to you, assess what gifts you would offer them, and in turn, to the world. Your gifts and talents continue to develop. Summon patience. Speak with love to those close to you. Ask for their visions and goals. Synthesize everyone's.
SAGITTARIUS: Saturn has been in Sag for several years now. He has called for a perfect execution of your work. With Saturn's direction, new structures and new dimensions have been given, resulting in new thoughts flowing through your mind. You're being impressed with ideas that become ideals for humanity. Share your ideas with others who will assist you. Diplomacy is paramount.
CAPRICORN: What will you do this autumn? How will you reflect the autumn season in your home? Is the world calling to you with new ideas, new creativity? You are being prepared within for something new to emerge in the near future. Perhaps it's a course of study, something you want (or need) to learn, somewhere to visit, travel to, discover? Is there something you want to say to someone far away? Many things professional come your way.
AQUARIUS: Take extra care with and tend carefully to your money, valuables and resources. Create a place of safety for your money. Know what is coming in and going out. Use this time to discover what is needed and what is not. Give away what is not and then give more away. Giving provides you with meaning, a true sense of service and a liberation that allows you to move forward in your life. Will you be travelling?
PISCES: We are to do our best in every place we find ourselves in. Many of us are indecisive these days, sitting on the fence (uncomfortable), unable to decide where we're going, what to do when we don't know what to do, how to provide our gifts when opportunities don't seem to exist. Again, we (especially Pisces at this time) are to work at our best wherever we find ourselves. Relationships need compromise, patience and acceptance. Adaptation liberates us.
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