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How Sacred Is Sacred Art?
by S.P. Bachelder | Ελληνικά
Broken white statue
As an artist, and an Anglican Catholic, I read with particular attention Addison Hart's letter on the comments of Shaun King asking for the destruction of white Jesus.
One must ask then, should sacred art be sacred? Protected from the accidents of history? Or all art? And who decides what is sacred? Or for that matter, what is art?
As we watched the Taliban destroy the Bamyan Buddhas of Afghanistan, and blow up the ancient African City of Palmyra, and as we now continue to watch zealots destroy the mosques and ancient tombs of Saints that are sacred to all the Abrahamic religions, who can say with certainty what qualifies as sacred or civilization's patrimony beyond religious relevance? Violence against ideas has expressed itself through the physical destruction of objects of sacred traditions for thousands of years. Professor Erin L. Thompson observed in a June 24th article in the New York Times that we tend to destroy rather than protect cultural objects during times of transition. In fact destruction is the norm historically. Bronze statues were ripped from pedestals, melted down, recast to look like the winners and returned to the same pedestals. If there was neither time nor money at the end of a war, the victor's head would be recast and attached to the losers body.
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IIT Madras initiates 'Surendra and Dorothie Shah Chair' for conducting research on sustainable construction
Indian Institute of Technology Madras has dispatched the 'Surendra and Dorothie Shah Chair' for encouraging state of the art research in the field of Civil Engineering materials. This expects colossal importance because of the huge measure of development work embraced each year in India, with the volumes and consumptions ceaselessly expanding.
Prof. Surendra P. Shah IIT Madras
Prof. Surendra P. Shah, one of the chief worldwide specialists in designing materials, especially concrete and other concrete based development, picked IIT Madras to set up the Institute Chair. He has driven the improvement of new progressed materials, which have become world guidelines in these fields, and his work upset the manner in which present day cements are utilized around the world.
Prof. Surendra Shah as of now fills in as the Presidential Distinguished Professor, University of Texas, and Walter P. Murphy Emeritus Professor of Civil and Environmental Engineering, Northwestern University. Mrs. Dorothie Shah is the establishing President of the Indo American Museum, presently called the National Indo American Museum, in Chicago.
Tending to the Launch Event hung on Thursday (ninth Dec 2021), Prof. Surendra P. Shah said, "The choice to pick IIT Madras (to set up this Chair) was exceptionally simple. As is notable, IIT Madras is one of the top foundations in India. The development materials bunch isn't just truly outstanding in India yet profoundly perceived globally in the field. My relationship with IIT Madras has been very long and productive."

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Staying Safe With High-Vis
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High-visibility Clothing Will Save Your Life
Using high-vis gear at work to stay seen and safe.There is no doubt about it. Poor visibility has causes significant problems.
Accidents happen, especially in relation to road safety, because a driver failed to see the passer-by.
To reduce the occurrence of injuries and work-related accidents, people who are at risk are advised to wear high-visibility (high-vis) clothing and workwear.
This refers to any clothing with highly reflective properties which often involves silver reflective tape. In other cases, this type of clothing involves the use of colours that can easily be discerned from afar in contrast to the surroundings.
In work environments, industrial employees are required to wear high-vis clothing as a part of their personal protective equipment (PPE).
In this article, we discuss statistics, laws in Australia around high-vis, how high-vis gear is made, choosing the right garments, and other considerations around workwear.
Statistics and Other Facts
Numbers do not lie, as they say, and poor visibility-related injuries are not an exception. In relation to road safety, speeding is one of the leading causes of fatal vehicle accidents in Australia. In 2018, about 34% of crashes took place in major cities in the country. At least one out of 10 accidents resulted in deaths.
According to research, poor visibility, along with miscalculation, is a significant reason why collisions happen as drivers reverse their cars. To resolve this issue, many vehicles now come with reverse cameras.
Cyclists are among those who should be wearing high-vis cycling jerseys to increase their safety. However, some refuse to wear fluorescent riding jackets. As a result, the risk of an accident is higher compared to those who choose to wear high-vis while on their bikes.
While there are other reasons for crashes involving cyclists, the number of accidents continues to rise. Every year, over 1,000 individuals are killed due to vehicular accidents and almost 40 people die in Australia while riding their bikes.
Meanwhile, work-related injuries and fatalities are also quite common due to low visibility. Each year, an average of almost 500 workers die, and about 300 lost their lives due to injuries sustained relating to work activities. In 2009, about 100 workers died because of road accidents.
For personnel working along the road, it is vital to be visible during daytime and night-time. Over recent years, requirements relating to wearing fluorescent clothing, as well as reflective materials, have become a part of daily work. Unfortunately, many workers are still neglecting the importance of wearing high-vis garments.
Why High-vis Clothing is Necessary
Motorcyclists, passengers, car and truck drivers are all at risk. Workers and pedestrians are also in danger because accidents can happen at any time, anywhere. It is essential to take precautions while on the road, whether you are at work, driving, or walking.
Work-related fatalities that involved cars resulted in at least 46% of accidents. Apart from that, workers also face threats, such as moving objects hitting them, falling and being injured because of falling objects.
Wearing high-visibility clothing can help lower accidents relating to poor vision. Because of the materials and colours used in these clothing items, drivers can avoid hitting workers while on the road. High visibility clothing is beneficial for everyone, but most notably those in the construction and industrial business.
Each year, there are numerous construction-related deaths. In fact, this industry has one of the highest instances of injuries and fatalities. There are preventative measures that companies implement to increase worker safety, and one of them is wearing high-vis clothing.
Among the greatest threats to worker safety are falls, slips, trips, and the like. These accidents can be mitigated with the garments to some extent. For instance, those who work wearing high-visibility vests can be seen even during rainy or winter season. Also, if there is an emergency, the industrial workers can easily be seen, thanks to their clothing. First responders and rescue personnel can find employees in a crisis.
High-vis Laws in Australia
Australian standards expect and require workers to wear high-vis garments. This way, they will remain visible while on the road or near machinery. Before purchasing and wearing shirts and other apparel, it is significant to understand the requirements under the legislative orders. It will help ensure that business owners know that the gear complies with these standards.
A common misconception is that bright yellow or orange shirt is enough to meet the Australian standards. It is a false belief and should be corrected right away. High-vis gear often looks the same, but it is essential to wear Australian-made clothing that is compliant to the AS/NZS standards.
Australian designed high-vis clothing is created for workers in the country. They are crafted in compliance with certain standards, which are as follows:
1. AS/NZ 4602.1
This standard refers to the garments used for high-risk applications. It states the items that employees can use, so they remain safe from moving equipment and vehicles. In this standard, there are three classes:
 - Class D for daytime use only: Garments in this classification help the wearer be easily seen even under daylight conditions. An example is a navy or yellow polo that does not include a tape. To meet the 4602.1 standards, a Class D compliant garment should be of the approved colour (yellow, red, orange-red, and orange plus yellow), which must enclose the upper torso. The luminous fabric should encircle at least 0.4 square metres of the upper torso. If there is a logo, it should not be more significant than 10cm for both height and width.
 - Class N for night-time use: Garments within this category should be viewable even under retro-reflected light. An example is the headlight of a vehicle. The requirement for Class N is quite lengthy, but the minimum involves having a reflective tape or material that should be at least 50mm wide.
 - Class D/N: This type denotes that the garment can be worn during daytime and night-time. It should meet both standards. An example here is a yellow polo that comes with reflective tape.
2. AS/NZ 1906.4
The second standard involves retro-reflective devices used to control road traffic. It is more in-depth than the other standard since the 1906.4 specifies the physical properties of the materials, along with their photometric and colourimetric qualities. It entails the three different classes below:
 - Class F for fluorescent fabric that can only be used during the day
 - Class R for reflective items that should be used at night
 - Class FR for both day and night-time use
The standard also goes into detail about the impacts of washing, particularly with reflective materials. Businesses and workers should understand that these items can only be washed up to 30 times. Going over means, the item loses its integrity and should no longer be utilised.
How High-vis Gear is Made?
High-visibility clothing is designed using a fluorescent material. It usually comes with reflective tape for extra visibility. In some cases, other shapes are added so the wearer will be more visible to other people around them.
The first fabric paint that was used for high-visibility gear was introduced in the 1930s. It was neon paint that was a mixture of wood varnish and minerals that were illuminating. It became a huge hit and was used in toys and the military sector.
A few decades later, the neon paint was used for clothing for workers. In essence, its purpose was for the sun's ultraviolet rays to hit the fluorescent colours, causing a glowing reaction. Poor light will not hinder the effect, such as during dawn. It is also designed to work at times when the car headlamps hit the clothing.
Many materials are not used to be retro-reflective. The term means that the light returns to its source. For instance, the headlights of the car will bounce back to the driver or the person near the source of light.
It is also possible to find materials made from glass beads. This technology can spread the light, so it scatters from various directions. High-vis clothing can come in different colours, such as blue, green, red, and even pink. For safety purposes, though, the most efficient hues are yellow and orange.
How to Choose the Right High-Vis Gear
High-visibility clothing is not about being fashionable. You can find cheaper versions that can help you save a ton of money. However, they may not help in keeping workers safe. The goal is to prevent accidents, which is why you should not skimp on this type of personal protective equipment (PPE) as with the others.
Always choose a high-vis gear that is made from high-quality materials. Before buying, you should first think about the tasks of the operators who will wear the clothing. Also, it is best to consider the hazards that they will continuously be exposed to.
Hi-vis reflective jacket jackets are not the only option when it comes to reflective clothing. Sometimes, it can be quite warm for a jacket, which is why a vest is a good alternative. Vests that come with insulated lining will help keep the wearers warm without getting hot. At the same time, the gear will maintain their visibility.
Vehicle accidents are a common issue for those who work along the road. However, careless drivers are not the only problem. Remaining visible should not just be a single concern because there are also weather-related threats. Heavy rain and snow, as well as lightning storms, can make the workers' job tricky. Ensure that the workers wear waterproof breathable gear.
It is not necessary, but some companies opt to brand their workwear. It comes with numerous benefits, including ingraining your company's


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Saving Data in Extensions of the SharePoint Project System

When you extend the SharePoint project system, you can save string data that persists after a SharePoint project is closed. The data is typically associated with a particular project item or with the project itself.
If you have data that does not need to persist, you can add the data to any object in the SharePoint tools object model that implements the IAnnotatedObject interface. For more information, see Associating Custom Data with SharePoint Tools Extensions.
When you have data that is associated with a particular SharePoint project item, such as the value of a property that you add to a project item, you can save the data to the .spdata file for the project item. To do this, use the ExtensionData property of an ISharePointProjectItem object. Data that you add to this property is saved in the ExtensionData element in the .spdata file for the project item. For more information, see ExtensionData Element.
The following code example demonstrates how to use the ExtensionData property to save the value of a string property that is defined in a custom SharePoint project item type. To see this example in the context of a larger example, see How to: Add a Property to a Custom SharePoint Project Item Type.
 private const string PropertyId = "Contoso.ExampleProperty";
 private const string PropertyDefaultValue = "This is an example property.";
 [DisplayName("Example Property")]
 [DescriptionAttribute("This is an example property for project items.")]
 [DefaultValue(PropertyDefaultValue)]
 public string ExampleProperty
 {
 get
 {
 string propertyValue;
 // Get the current property value if it already exists; otherwise, return a default value.
 if (!projectItem.ExtensionData.TryGetValue(PropertyId, out propertyValue))
 {
 propertyValue = PropertyDefaultValue;
 }
 return propertyValue;
 }
 set
 {
 if (value != PropertyDefaultValue)
 {
 // Store the property value in the ExtensionData property of the project item.
 // Data in the ExtensionData property persists when the project is closed.
 projectItem.ExtensionData[PropertyId] = value;
 }
 else
 {
 // Do not save the default value.
 projectItem.ExtensionData.Remove(PropertyId);
 }
 }
 }
When you have project-level data, such as the value of a property that you add to SharePoint projects, you can save the data to the project file (the .csproj file or .vbproj file) or the project user option file (the .csproj.user file or .vbproj.user file). The file you choose to save the data in depends on how you want the data to be used:
 - If you want the data to be available to all developers who open the SharePoint project, save the data to the project file. This file is always checked in to source control databases, so the data in this file is available to other developers who check out the project.
 - If you want the data to be available only to the current developer who has the SharePoint project open in Visual Studio, save the data to the project user option file. This file is not typically checked in to source control databases, so the data in this file is not available to other developers who check out the project.
Saving Data to the Project File
To save data to the project file, convert an ISharePointProject object to an IVsBuildPropertyStorage object, and then use the IVsBuildPropertyStorage.SetPropertyValue method. The following code example demonstrates how to use this method to save the value of a project property to the project file. To see this example in the context of a larger sample, see How to: Add a Property to SharePoint Projects.
 private ISharePointProject sharePointProject;
 private IVsBuildPropertyStorage projectStorage;
 private const string ProjectFilePropertyId = "ContosoCustomProjectFileProperty";
 private const string ProjectFilePropertyDefaultValue = "Default";
 public CustomProjectProperties(ISharePointProject myProject)
 {
 sharePointProject = myProject;
 projectStorage = sharePointProject.ProjectService.Convert<ISharePointProject, IVsBuildPropertyStorage>(sharePointProject);
 }
 [DisplayName("Custom Project File Property")]
 [DescriptionAttribute("This property is saved to the .csproj/.vbproj file.")]
 [DefaultValue(ProjectFilePropertyDefaultValue)]
 public string CustomProjectFileProperty
 {
 get
 {
 string propertyValue;
 int hr = projectStorage.GetPropertyValue(ProjectFilePropertyId, string.Empty,
 (uint)_PersistStorageType.PST_PROJECT_FILE, out propertyValue);
 // Try to get the current value from the project file; if it does not yet exist, return a default value.
 if (!ErrorHandler.Succeeded(hr) || String.IsNullOrEmpty(propertyValue))
 {
 propertyValue = ProjectFilePropertyDefaultValue;
 }
 return propertyValue;
 }
 set
 {
 // Do not save the default value.
 if (value != ProjectFilePropertyDefaultValue)
 {
 projectStorage.SetPropertyValue(ProjectFilePropertyId, string.Empty,
 (uint)_PersistStorageType.PST_PROJECT_FILE, value);
 }
 }
 }
For more information about converting ISharePointProject objects to other types in the Visual Studio automation object model or integration object model, see Converting Between SharePoint Project System Types and Other Visual Studio Project Types.
Saving Data to the Project User Option File
To save data to the project user option file, use the ProjectUserFileData property of an ISharePointProject object. The following code example demonstrates how to use this property to save the value of a project property to the project user option file. To see this example in the context of a larger sample, see How to: Add a Property to SharePoint Projects.
 private const string UserFilePropertyId = "ContosoCustomUserFileProperty";
 private const string UserFilePropertyDefaultValue = "Default";
 [DisplayName("Custom Project User File Property")]
 [DescriptionAttribute("This property is saved to the .user file.")]
 [DefaultValue(UserFilePropertyDefaultValue)]
 public string CustomUserFileProperty
 {
 get
 {
 string propertyValue = string.Empty;

 // Try to get the current value from the .user file; if it does not yet exist, return a default value.
 if (!sharePointProject.ProjectUserFileData.TryGetValue(UserFilePropertyId, out propertyValue))
 {
 propertyValue = UserFilePropertyDefaultValue;
 }
 return propertyValue;
 }

 set
 {
 // Do not save the default value.
 if (value != UserFilePropertyDefaultValue)
 {
 sharePointProject.ProjectUserFileData[UserFilePropertyId] = value;
 }
 }
 }
Extending the SharePoint Project System
Associating Custom Data with SharePoint Tools Extensions
Converting Between SharePoint Project System Types and Other Visual Studio Project Types
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The mean temperature for December was 22.1°F, which is 6.3°F above average, according to weather researchers at the West Central Research and Outreach Center in Morris. The high temperature for the month was 48°F which occurred on December 9th. The low temp for the month was -9°F which occurred on Christmas Day.
The highest temperature ever recorded in December at the Outreach Center was 69°F on December 6, 1939. The lowest temperature recorded historically was -35°F which occurred on December 22, 2000.
Precipitation for the month totaled .44 of an inch, which is 0.24 below average. A total of 7.5 inches of snow fell. Currently, we have 6 inches of snow on the ground. The frost depth was reported at 12 inches on December 28th. There were 1,320 heating degree days recorded for December.


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Anghelu Ruju is a funerary prehistoric archeological area with tombs and features carved into the soft limestone. The tombs date to the Neolithic Age, about 3000 BC. These burials are called Domus de janas, or "fairy houses" for their diminutive size, however they weren't designed as houses at all, although there are some signs of reuse as habitation after some had been looted in ancient times.
The necropolis was discovered accidentally in 1903 during test excavations preceding the construction of a building on the property owned by Sella&Mosca, a large, popular winery in Sardinia. The following year excavations continued in earnest and eventually unearthed 38 tombs and many grave goods.
As is found in other Sardinian burial sites, archaeologists noted the numerous carvings of long-horned bulls' heads in and around at least three of the tombs–supporting, some say, the "Mother Goddess" theory.
You'll need to book a visit in advance for the museum, which is divided into two parts, according to the winery:
The Sella&Mosca estate is also home to an interesting museum, divided into two sections. The first is dedicated to the company's history and offers an intriguing historical look at the winery's pioneering activities at the turn of the twentieth century, illustrated in photographs and with vintage winemaking equipment. The second provides an archaeological insight into the Anghelu Ruju prehistoric necropolis, and its people and culture, discovered in 1903 on the Sella&Mosca estate.


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Colin O'Flynn is a Halifax, Canada-based engineer (and Circuit Cellar columnist) who recently launched a company to commercial some of the research he's done as a PhD student working on embedded hardware security. His Chipwhisperer Lite is a board that you can use to learn about various side-channel attacks.
According to O'Flynn, any engineer who needs to use encryption in a design should be able to perform a side-channel attack. The idea is to determine the consequences of such an attack on their product.
"The basic idea is that if you have a microcontroller, or you have anything, internally is has a bunch of bus lines. It physically takes power to set some of those databus lines high or low. Put FF and you are setting all the databus lines high. At the instant you do that, at the clock cycle you do that, it takes more power than if you set the databus lines all low."
In the following video, O'Flynn talks about his work.
Circuit Cellar's editorial team comprises professional engineers, technical editors, and digital media specialists. You can reach the Editorial Department at _EMAIL_, @circuitcellar, and facebook.com/circuitcellar


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Ensuring Canadian soybeans do not exceed the maximum residue level (MRL) for any crop protection product used is critically important, and should be regarded as being everyone's responsibility. "We're all doing our part throughout the value chain," says Dave Buttenham, secretary-manager at the Canadian Soybean Exporters' Association. "It's extremely important that we continue to do so, to ensure strong global consumer confidence in Canada's soybean industry is maintained."
"We know from our many trips to export countries and hosting many soybean buyer delegations how much our industry's united approach is appreciated," adds Jim Gowland, chair of the Canadian Soybean Council and an identity-preservation (IP) soybean farmer near Holyrood, Ontario. "We're all in this together."
MRLs relate to levels of any agrochemical used in the production, storage and handling of crops that are allowed in raw and/or processed food products destined for human consumption. MRLs are set by each country's national government. "In Canada, it's illegal to sell products containing residues that exceed our MRLs, and similar laws exist in countries that Canada exports to," explains Buttenham.
Before growers can look at how MRL violations and associated costs can be prevented, it is important to consider first how MRLs are determined. "Because soil type, crop variety and weather conditions can affect plant uptake of crop protection products, MRLs are set high enough to account for this, but low enough to also detect product misuse and protect consumers," observes Dr. Anna Shulkin, technical registration manager of dietary exposure at Syngenta Crop Protection Canada, in Guelph, Ontario. Different MRLs are established for each crop protection product and commodity combination. MRLs for products that are used in both seed treatments and in foliar applications are usually established based on foliar use. "This is because using seed treatments is not likely to result in any detectable product residue," Shulkin explains. "Seed treatments are placed on the plant in small amounts at the very beginning of the plant's life and are therefore usually completely metabolized by the time of harvest."
MRLs are measured in parts per million (ppm); to illustrate how small these amounts are, Shulkin provides these useful comparisons: "One ppm is like one minute in every two years, or one cent in $10,000."
Preventing MRL violations
There are several possible reasons why residues exceeding the MRL could be found on domestic and exported grain, keeping in mind that all of them are, of course, preventable. One is the failure to use the recommended label use pattern. "A lot of effort and scientific studies of product safety, efficacy, pesticide resistance, and more, are put into label use patterns, and they should be fully respected," says Shulkin.
Common examples of off-label use include improper timing of application (a pre-harvest interval outside of specified guidelines in the label range), failure to use recommended label rates and number of applications, and the use of chemicals that may not be licensed in Canada and/or an exporting country.
Violations can also occur because MRLs are not always harmonized between countries. "There have been cases where, even though the grower has followed the label in Canada, the MRL is lower in an export country than it is in Canada, and a violation can occur," Shulkin explains.
The effort to work towards harmonization of MRLs among countries is ongoing. Buttenham notes that as part of the due diligence in ensuring that safe, high-quality soybeans are delivered to customers, Canadian exporting companies check MRLs and verify that they comply with the rules of the importing countries, as well as pay for third-party MRL testing, and work closely with producers.
Cross-contamination another risk
Another potential risk of MRL violation is the possibility that pesticide-treated seed could be mixed with harvested grain. "Cross-contamination must be completely avoided," says Shulkin. "We must have a zero-tolerance policy for treated seed entering finished grains for human and animal consumption."
She notes that just one treated seed can contaminate 50,000 seeds, so only a very small number of treated seeds can be enough to contaminate an entire truckload or storage bin, causing the entire load to be rejected. Enforcement authorities in Canada and in importing countries therefore rely not only on visual inspection, but also on sophisticated analytical methods to detect pesticides at very low levels.
In terms of on-farm practices, those growers who plant treated seed should keep it completely separate from untreated seed and finished grain. "Syngenta advises having strictly designated bins and wagons for treated and finished seed, as well as separate handling areas and bagging lines," Shulkin says. "This means all handling, transportation and storage equipment should be clearly labelled and effective training should be in place."
If it is not practical to have completely separate equipment, then it is very important to put cleanliness first. "Visual inspection isn't enough when dealing with farm equipment and treated seed," Shulkin stresses. "If equipment is used to handle treated seed, the equipment (storage bins, loading and unloading equipment, transportation vehicles, etc.) should be thoroughly cleaned afterward."
Gowland observes that soybean growers are diligent in taking the steps needed to ensure cross-contamination is avoided. "The potential risk that treated seeds could be mixed with harvested grain is always on a grower's mind," he says. "It is best to be proactive and take all necessary precautions to consistently ensure the highest quality product is delivered to our customers."
Costs of an incident
For instance, when a violation occurs in soybeans imported to Japan, the amount of testing is increased by 30 percent for every exporter from a given country, notes Shulkin. If a second violation occurs, it increases to 100 percent.
"In a country such as Japan, random testing is done for an extensive list of agrochemicals," adds Buttenham, "and should they receive a result that exceeds the Japanese MRL for a particular chemical, a specific test for that chemical would be done."
Should the result of the second test exceed the Japanese tolerance, the importer of the cargo would be asked to ship the product back to the country of origin. Direct costs to return a shipment can exceed $40,000 for a single container, with the potential to run into the millions of dollars for bulk vessel or multi-container shipments. "If it's a one-time infraction, the immediate costs could include the value of the shipment plus any incremental costs levied by the importing country," says Buttenham. There are demurrage costs, unloading and re-loading charges, storage charges, domestic transportation charges in the country of import, testing costs, ocean freight charges to return the shipment to Canada, customs clearance to bring the goods back into Canada, and transportation costs to return the shipment to the processor's plant. The exporter could also be subjected to having every future shipment tested on arrival at the overseas destination. "There is also the related issue of trying to find a home for goods that may exceed Canadian tolerances," Buttenham observes. "The shipment might have to be destroyed."
Besides monetary losses, there are also intangible costs of any MRL violation. "While the exporter bears the majority of the cost, the growers also lose in terms of having less diverse markets for their crops, lost food soybean premiums and the lost basis appreciation relating to export," says Buttenham. "There could also be damage to the reputation of Canadian growers and exporters as suppliers of safe agri-food products."
Added to that are the possibilities of lost future business, cancelled contracts, banning of future shipments to a particular country and loss of license for the exporter. "Canada currently enjoys a global reputation of being a reliable exporting nation that delivers safe and consistent agri-food products," says Buttenham. "No one wants that reputation damaged."
Having said that, if an MRL incident does occur, "As an industry we must conduct a full analysis to find out exactly why it happened and how to prevent it next time," says Gowland. "The Canadian soybean industry already has quality assurance and traceability programs such as CIPRIS in place, but we are committed to adding to these excellent programs and steadily improving practices to ensure Canadian soybeans stay extremely well regarded and meet the needs of our international buyers."
For more information
Prevention of Treated Seed Entering the Food or Commercial Grain System is a one-page comprehensive checklist that outlines standard and enhanced protocols that producers can use to ensure they do not contaminate their grain and oilseed shipments with treated seed or its residues. It is produced by the Canadian Seed Trade Association, Ontario Agri Business Association and Grain Farmers of Ontario, and is available at _URL_.
November 30, 1999 By Treena Hein


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Many traffic simulation models have been developed over the years; however, most existing models are not well-suited for evaluating Intelligent Vehicle/Highway Systems (IVHS) concepts. This paper describes a new model, the Vehicular Traffic Analysis Capability (VTAC), specifically designed to model Advanced Traffic Management and Advanced Traveler Information systems. The model was developed using object-oriented analysis and design principles, and implemented in a relatively new, object-oriented, simulation language. VTAC is believed to be the first traffic model developed using the object-oriented paradigm. The principles used in the new model's design and the preliminary results obtained to-date are described. The model can currently model arterial networks, and sufficient progress has been made to demonstrate the utility of the object-oriented approach to traffic modeling.


Arrange/Act/Assert (AAA) is a pattern for organizing unit tests. It breaks tests down into three clear and distinct steps: Arrange: Perform the setup and initialization
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Assertions are another tool you can use to help debug and test your Java code. However, assertions are not enabled by default in Eclipse. This guide will show
Also, understand difference between Assert and Verify. Java中有一个不太常用的关键字assert，是jdk1.4中加入的，平时开发中见的很少，不过在一些框架的源码里面的测试类里面，出现过不少它的踪迹。 Purpose of assert.h. The purpose of assert.h is to test assumptions. In C there are a few frameworks to test code, but those frameworks aren't as easy as for example JUnit in Java. Assert.h is a very simple way to write a few quick tests.
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Now, we will look into different methods to assert in JUnit by examples. If you are not familiar with Arrange/Act/Assert (AAA) is a pattern for organizing unit tests. It breaks tests down into three clear and distinct steps: Arrange: Perform the setup and initialization TL;DR. Write small and specific tests by heavily using helper functions, parameterized tests, AssertJ's I hope you remember java concept of having same method with different parameters. If you know concept, please do 28 Mar 2017 1) The assertion is introduced in JDK 1.4 and implemented using assert keyword in Java.
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Asserts that expected and actual iterables are deeply equal.. Similarly to the check for deep equality in assertArrayEquals(Object[], Object[], String), if two iterables are encountered (including expected and actual) then their iterators must return equal elements in the same order as each other. 2019-10-25 · A simple assertion and validation library for Java which makes it possible to use your favorite hamcrest-matchers to express pre- and post-conditions in your code. Use the global default policy to signal logical violations in your code or optionally specify your own handling.
An assertion is a statement in Java which ensures the correctness of any assumptions which have been done in the program. When an assertion is executed, it is assumed to be true. If the assertion is false, the JVM will throw an Assertion error. It finds it application primarily in the testing purposes.
Assertion keyword is mostly In this post, we will learn all the Assert statements available in JUnit 4.The assertions are available for all primitive types, Objects, and arrays (either of primitives or Objects). 2019-06-26 · The Java assert keyword was introduced in the Java 1.4, so it's been around for quite a while. However, it remains the little-known keyword that can drastically reduce the boilerplate and make our code more readable. > java -ea AssertionSwitchTest // enable assertion Exception in thread "main" java.lang.AssertionError: -5 at AssertionTest.main(AssertionTest.java:5) Assertion can be used for verifying: Internal Invariants: Assert that a value is within a certain constraint, e.g., assert x > 0. The assert keyword is used in assertion statement which is a feature of the Java programming language since Java 1.4.
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Java assert keyword – assertion in Java 1. Java assert syntax The assertion statement will have either of below given two forms: Syntax assert 2. Java assert example assert can help support in design-by-contract style of programming.
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Generally speaking, assert should not be used in production code. Share. public class Assert extends java.lang.Object. A set of assertion methods useful for writing tests. Only failed assertions are recorded.
For example, if you write a method that calculates the speed of a particle, you might assert that the calculated speed is less than the speed of light.
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Spamkiss is a system that drastically reduces spam working after a very new principle. It does its work where spam arises, with the Spammer himself. The Spamkiss System offers the decisive difference from the widespread use of filters, which essentially deal with filtering spam already mailed. It relieves those who now pay for spam - the provider and the recipient.
Spamkiss is server-based and consists of a database in which each user has a so-called 'Kisslist'. This list contains the sender's addresses of his communication partners. An intelligent concept and an additional mechanism, the Spamkiss Token, provide for simple administration of the 'Kisslist'. Spamkiss is an uncomplicated system for the user but offers the experienced user a process that permits a quick and effective solution for even complicated application problems.
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In Canada, there is still no national regulation or oversight of animals used in laboratories. Instead, an industry-dominated body called the Canadian Council on Animal Care ("CCAC") sets some minimal, non-legal standards for animal ethics and care in science in Canada. The Council recently released a draft of the new "CCAC Principles for the Ethical Use of Animals in Science", and it's open to public review. This ethics principles document is intended to guide all stakeholders involved in animal experimentation in Canada.
Animal Justice will continue to push for laws and government oversight of labs, but in the meantime, CCAC policies can have major implications for how animals in labs are treated. There's an ongoing public consultation about the policy, so now is your chance to have your voice heard and to support stronger standards for animals used in experiments by providing your input to CCAC. The deadline for comments has been extended and is now September 23, 2022.
To submit your feedback, click on the following link and select "Review the Draft". Once you have done this, select the option to provide "general comments on the document" (or, alternatively, select a specific section that you may have comments on).
Animal Justice recommends writing to CCAC on one or more of the following topics:
- In support of the elimination / phasing out of animal testing. Much of CCAC's principles document should be applauded in that it emphasizes the use of non-animal methods over animal use in many circumstances. In particular, CCAC's proposed "principles of application" provide that "animals must not be used if there is another, valid non-animal means of achieving the same research, educational, or regulatory goal". This is a significant step towards phasing out outdated and unreliable animal testing.
That said, the principles document still supports animal testing where it is "necessary" or "cannot be avoided". Unfortunately, the document does not clarify what is a necessary or unavoidable use. This leaves the door open to continued overuse of animal testing. In the spirit of moving toward a complete phase out of animal testing, Animal Justice recommends asking CCAC to strengthen the language in the principles document to restrict, phase-out, or ban animal testing altogether by an achievable date.
- In support of CCAC's harm-reduction and humane treatment proposals as necessary minimum requirements when dealing with animals in research, testing, teaching and training, etc. We recommend commenting in support of: (a) CCAC's acknowledgment that animal welfare includes both the physical and psychological state of individual animals; (b) the proposed principle that "any potential pain, distress or suffering must be minimized, and positive welfare states should be promoted"; (c) the proposed principle that "captive environments should provide animals with the opportunity to experience a life worth living"; and (d) the acknowledgment that particular activities should not be permitted for any reason, including those that are likely to cause "extreme harm" to be experienced by an animal.
- In support of CCAC's proposal that, wherever possible, animals bred for use in scientific activities who are "no longer needed" should be retired, rehomed, or released into an ecologically suitable environment, rather than being killed. Animals used for science have historically been killed when they are no longer useful to the facilities that breed them. CCAC's proposal in support of rehoming animals should be strongly supported. Animals' lives should not be arbitrarily ended because they are no longer useful or convenient for research purposes.
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Typically in QuickBase, forms usage is determined at either the role level, or at the report level. You can, however, use a formula URL button to call upon specific forms regardless of forms usage settings. This is useful if you've created multiple data entry forms, each with their own layout, that you wish to call upon at various stages of the record entry process.
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5. Use human-centered sales to break through complexity
Many factors combine to make CBS a complex buying decision. Potential customers must balance a variety of considerations ranging from the relatively obvious — space to accommodate a toilet, availability and desirability of substitutes, and ability and willingness to pay for sanitation, for example — to issues surrounding the finer points of product design and cultural factors such as reluctance to share a toilet across mother-in-law/son-in-law relationships.
Finding a way through that complexity requires a human-centered sales approach that teaches salespeople to focus on solving the customer's problem, rather than on product features and price. Typically centered around issues of basic human dignity and the health and safety of family members, personalized conversation helps customers to articulate the biggest problems they face as a result of not having their own toilet, and to come to their own conclusion that CBS offers a better answer to those problems than other sanitation options.
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 Such conversations should also be used to surface specific design features that might help to overcome any residual concerns acting as barriers to purchase. For instance, that might mean a square design that fits neatly in the corner of small, crowded dwellings, or the ability to disguise the toilet as a piece of furniture to avoid embarrassment in front of guests in a oneor two-bedroom house.
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Representing complex narrative goal structures
competing memory-based and situational influences
Singer, MurrayRichards, Eric
This study assessed the relative contribution of situational and memory-based influences to the reader's monitoring of complex narrative goal structures. In 2 experiments, people read stories according to which 2 collaborative subgoals had to succeed for a main goal to be achieved.


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On Thursday, Nepal successfully launched its first satellite into space from the United States to gather detailed geographical information of the Himalayan nation, evoking unbridled excitement among the people and scientists.
Developed by the Nepalese scientists, NepaliSat-1 satellite was launched at 2:31 am (Nepal time) from Virginia in the United States, according to Nepal Academy of Science and Technology (NAST).
Two Nepali scientists, Aabhas Maskey and Hariram Shrestha who are currently studying at Japanese Kyushu Institute of Technology, developed the satellite under the BIRDS project of their institute.
Prime Minister K P Sharma Oli congratulated all the scientists and institutions involved in the development of the satellite. He said it was a matter of prestige for the country to have its own satellite.
"Though a humble beginning, with the launching of NepaliSat-1 Nepal, has entered the Space-Era. I wish to congratulate all those scientists and institutions that were involved right from the development to its launching thereby enhancing the prestige of our country," he said in a tweet.


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The SCRLC Digitization Program has been charged to:
- Identify and include unique collections that reflect the historical significance of the South Central region of NYS.
- Identify organizational partners in the South Central region of New York State.
- Train contributors to develop the skills to select and contribute to New York Heritage.
- Promote standards that create consistency in descriptions and allow for searching across collections.
- Promote New York Heritage as a valuable resource for students, educators and lifelong learners.
The digitizing program at SCRLC was developed with funds from:
- South Central Regional Library Council operating budget
- New York State Regional Bibliographic Databases Program
- Senator George Winner, 53rd Senate District
- Friends of the Tompkins County Public Library
- Assemblywoman Barbara Lifton, 125th Assembly District


Region extraction from multiple images
Hiroshi Ishikawa, Ian H. Jermyn
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We present a method for region identification in multiple images. A set of regions in different images and the correspondences on their boundaries can be thought of as a boundary in the multi-dimensional space formed by the product of the individual image domains. We minimize an energy functional on the space of such boundaries, thereby identifying simultaneously both the optimal regions in each image and the optimal correspondences on their boundaries. We use a ratio form for the energy functional, thus enabling the global minimization of the energy functional using a polynomial time graph algorithm, among other desirable properties. We choose a simple form for this energy that favours boundaries that lie on high intensity gradients in each image, while encouraging correspondences between boundaries in different images that match intensity values. The latter tendency is weighted by a novel heuristic energy that encourages the boundaries to lie on disparity or optical flow discontinuities, although no dense optical flow or disparity map is computed.
Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)509-516
Number of pages8
JournalProceedings of the IEEE International Conference on Computer Vision
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A locked TOP saves the image inside the .toe file as uncompressed image data. The .toe file size will increase by the same amount as the locked image data size. A .toe file saved with locked TOP(s) can be opened by anyone and the image will remain in the TOP(s). For example, a locked Movie In TOP will keep the TOP image stored in the .toe file so it can be opened on any computer, even if the file the TOP references does not exist. If the Movie In TOP is then unlocked, the TOP will try to load the file referenced by its File parameter.
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Locking a SOP prevents it from cooking so that manual modeling changes are retained instead of updating parametrically.
An Operator Family that creates, composites and modifies images, and reads/writes images and movies to/from files and the network. TOPs run on the graphics card's GPU.
TOuch Environment file, the file type used by TouchDesigner to save your project.
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Drawing of Digging Stick and Stone Weights
The Khoikhoi were semi-nomadic pastoralists (herders of sheep and cattle), who hunted game and gathered edible plants, nuts, roots, berries, and honey to supplement their diets. There was a division of labor between men and women: men hunted and tended the cattle while women looked after small stock and gathered food in the surrounding countryside. One of the implements used by women was the digging stick weighted with stones. Although the implement may appear primitive, consider what went into making it and how practical it was in its environment for its intended uses.
Ratzel, Friedrich. Drawing of digging stick and stone weights. Völkerkunde. Volume 1 (Leipzig and Vienna, 1894).


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An engineering approach to prevent infected arthroplasties
- Engineering Approaches for the Detection and Control of Orthopaedic Biofilm Infections
We have organized a multidisciplinary biomedical-engineering approach to develop a self-diagnosing, self-treating, self-monitoring artificial joint (Fig 2; an "intelligent implant") to combat the devastating problem of postimplantation bacterial biofilm infections that form on artificial joint prostheses. A meeting about such implant (Designing Intelligent Orthopaedic Implants for Biofilm Control) was held on April 10 to 12, 2003 in Big Sky, MT, which was attended by surgeons, microbiologists, biochemists, mechanical engineers, electrical engineers, and microelectromechanical systems (MEMS) engineers.
The most salient point made by the surgeons (with regard to implant design) was that a majority (> 60%) of arthroplasty infections result from two related staphylococcal species, Staphylococcus aureus and S. epidermidis. The microbiologists were united in their view that the infection should ideally be controlled before the formation of a biofilm because treatment regimens currently do not exist that can eradicate a biofilm on an abiotic surface implanted into human tissue. From the biosensor/MEMS engineers it was learned that the most difficult technical challenge is to overcome biofouling of an implanted device that would contain a membrane through which ligands would pass to induce a signal cascade. The electrical engineers indicated that the most problematic area for them was the need to provide power to the device for years without external leads which could become a source of infection. These consensus viewpoints, together with a preferred embodiment of what would be required in the design of an intelligent implant, were subsequently published 9
The overall concept in the design of an intelligent implant is to produce an arthroplasty that contains a MEMS-type biosensing device that can "eavesdrop" on bacterial communication systems associated with autoinduction, quorum sensing, and biofilm formation. Most pathogenic bacterial species (and most nonpathogenic species) respond to and produce intercellular signaling molecules that are designed to detect either the concentration of bacteria in a given locale (quorum sensing)23 or to determine the rate of diffusion within the ecosystem in which the bacteria find themselves.25 Depending on the bacterial species and the environment, quorum sensing serves to provide coordination of metabolic switching among a population of like bacteria so that they act in concert for the benefit of the population instead of as individual organisms. In the case of many pathogens, the detection of a quorum of bacteria induces the production of virulence factors and toxins. This co-ordinate-inducible phenomenon occurring on a population level has been interpreted as a survival strategy for pathogens wherein they try to remain "below the radar" of the host's pathogen detection systems until such time because their numbers are great enough to overwhelm the host's initial response. A classic example is S. aureus-induced toxic shock syndrome.19
On intercepting the bacterial signals, the MEMS biosensor will send a signal to a pair of integral gated reservoirs that will: 1) release inhibitory compounds that will prevent biofilm formation; and 2) release antibiotics at very high concentrations locally that will eradicate all planktonic bacteria that are in proximity to the joint before they establish a biofilm. The ability to provide site-specific dosing with antibiotics would have the benefit of being able to deliver much higher concentrations of antibiotics at the locus of infection than could be tolerated by the host through systemic treatment regimens. Moreover, local dosing would potentially permit the use of highly efficacious antimicrobials that have specific organ system toxicity profiles that makes them unusable with current systemic dosing regimens. Therefore, not only could this strategy provide for higher dosing levels of systemically tolerated antibiotics, but it could also increase the size of the available pharmacopoeia—a considerable advantage considering the high percentage of pathogenic strains that have acquired one or more planktonically active antibiotic resistance genes.
The MEMS biosensors and the drug reservoirs would be connected to a telemetry system embedded within the prostheses that would be accessible to the patient and physician using a handheld Bluetooth monitoring device, which in turn would be able to communicate with the wireless web. Therefore, patients would be able to take a reading anywhere in the world and upload the data to the internet, from which their physician could monitor the condition of the joint, regardless of location.
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Quech•ua*ˈkɛtʃ wɑ, -wə(n.)(pl.)-uas; -ua
a group of closely related American Indian languages spoken in Andean South America, from S Colombia and Ecuador to NE Argentina.
the form of Quechua spoken in Cuzco and its environs that served as the administrative language of the Inca state.
an American Indian speaker of Quechua.
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a member of a South American Indian people in Peru who were formerly the ruling class of the Inca empire
a community of South American Indians in Peru who were formerly the ruling class of the Incan Empire
Quechua, Quechuan, Quechuan language, Kechua, Kechuan(noun)
the language of the Quechua which was spoken by the Incas
A member of one of several South American ethnic groups that spans Peru, Bolivia, northwestern Argentina, northern Chile, and in Ecuador and southern Colombia.
The language spoken by these people.
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Robin M. Betz , San Diego Supercomputer Center
Ross C. Walker , San Diego Supercomputer Center
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Computational science and engineering projects have goals and development strategies that can be quite different from those in the traditional scientific software engineering domain. However, methodologies developed by and for software engineers can be both applicable and helpful to the scientific software development process. This article presents a case study of applying the software engineering strategy of continuous integration to the Assisted Model Building with Energy Refinement (Amber) molecular dynamics code. The authors identify and discuss the key points of this strategy, their applicability to scientific codes, and how they were implemented in the Amber project. Despite difficulties in adapting existing continuous integration servers to fit the project's requirements, the implementation has streamlined the development process and continues to assist developers in identifying errors introduced on a commit-by-commit basis rather than immediately before release.
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Gender Differences in Aging Reassessed
It has been widely assumed that men age earlier than women, as evidenced by their higher mortality rates and shorter average life spans. But three Northern Michigan University biology professors contend that the opposite is true. They say theory and data suggest that females begin to exhibit signs of physiological decline earlier than males, and that higher mortality figures are not necessarily correlated with the rate at which we age.
In a recent issue of the American Journal of Human Biology, an article co-authored by Brent Graves, Mac Strand and Alec Lindsay presents a novel interpretation of how selection interacts with cultural and environmental factors to account for gender differences in the aging process.
"Because death can be caused by numerous factors, higher mortality rates don't necessarily indicate that men age faster," Graves said.
He added that the physiological evidence to the contrary includes the tendency for women to suffer vision loss more rapidly and suffer an earlier decline in their general health status. Another major factor is that they lose their reproductive capability at a younger age.
"While men may die earlier on average, much of the difference in mortality rates is due to factors other than physiological decline caused by the aging process," Graves said. "Males engage in more risk-taking behaviors, which are reflected in much higher death rates – three times those of females in the 15-25-year age group – due to accidents and violence. There is also the physiological cost of testosterone, which suppresses the immune system and results in higher death rates among males due to infectious diseases and cancer.
"During the evolutionary history of our species, few individuals lived long enough to express genes that cause physiological deterioration late in life, so those genes had little effect on fitness and there was little natural selection to remove them. But as these late-acting genes accumulate, aging evolves. Getting old, falling apart and dying is not an adaptive trait. It evolves because of a lack of natural selection."
Graves said the new interpretation came from applying his training in evolutionary theory to an issue that had been considered from the perspectives of sociology and gerontology.


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I posted earlier about a scenario-based conversation simulation that I created as part of a recent course. If you want to read about the simulation itself without the XML and AS code-ish techno garble stuff, click here to visit my previous post. You can also view the course itself within my online portfolio by clicking here.
In this post, I focus on how I used XML and AS3 to dynamically generate dialogs and interactions for the simulation as well as control of the branching logic. My goal is to give an overview of the technical structure, without getting too terribly deep in – however, this post is definitely aimed at people who develop using Flash, XML, and AS.
General Design Structure
I like to use Flash to design elements of my activity interfaces, but control almost everything else using AS3 and XML. This lets me take advantage of Flash's friendlier design environment while still keeping the logic of my activities flexible.
So, for example, for the dialog boxes in this simulation, I created a MovieClip in Flash with a background, text fields for the dialog title and content, and a Continue button.
Less than thrilling, right? However, with some XML and AS, it'll magically become more exciting.
In the XML for this section, I created an element for each dialog box and interaction. Here's an example of the XML for a standard dialog box:
Within the dialogBox element, the child elements id and launchNext define the simulation branching. The child elements title and description define the text that appears in the dialog box.
When the SWF for the course first loads, the AS for the loan officer simulation section loads and cycles through the XML to create all of the dialog boxes and interactions using the given elements and data. Each dialogBox element results in an AS generated dialog box, using my Flash created MovieClip. Same for the interactions and several other simulation objects.
For example, the AS uses the XML dialogBox element from the sample above to create the following dialog box in the course:
Clicking the Continue button moves the user to the dialog box or interaction defined in the launchNext element – in this case, the dialog box with the id Interface_Dialog.
I created interactions in the course using a similar framework, but the interaction elements contain more child elements, since user choices affect both the course variables and the simulation path in various ways.
Here's an example of the XML for an interaction :
For some options, I also added elements to introduce special variables to trigger events later in the scenario and other elements that would remove or add options to future interactions (these aren't shown in the example above).
The XML above results in the following interface in the loaded SWF:
Because the AS dynamically generates all of the dialog boxes and interactions when the SWF loads, I could happily edit, create, or remove dialog boxes and interactions to my heart's content, without ever editing the AS or republishing the SWF, except in the moments where I wanted to the logic of the simulation to move beyond simple branching (more on that later).
Planning Flow Charts
To plan the logic of the simulation, I created flow charts for each section. Here is an example of a flow chart, from the Promotion and Sales section of the simulation (click to view a larger version):
In total, there were five sections in this simulation: Promotion and Sales, Evaluation, Approval, Disbursement, and Collections and Recovery.
Beyond Simple Branching
I mentioned above that there were times that I wanted to move beyond simple branching, so the launchNext element alone wasn't adequate. I had a couple of additional XML elements that the AS would watch for and use to override the default launchNext. For example, in dialogBox element below, the checkPotentialEnds element triggers the AS to evaluate whether or not any of the key indicator variables had fallen low enough that the user simulation should end. If so, the user would be brought to one of several potential simulation ends, instead of being brought to the dialog box with id Application_Redo_Dialog.
Similarly, at the beginning of some sections, I wanted to vary the opening dialog that the user would see based on his or her past decisions. In the XML below, the variableLogic element would trigger the AS to evaluate the past decisions to decide which opening dialog to launch for the Application section.
If you want to take a closer look at how all of this looks in action, you can view the course within my online portfolio by clicking here.


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In this case-study rich session, Peter Sheahan will explore best-practices from multiple industries that have experienced transformative change, and unpack the key insights from those who profited from the change compared to those that became victims to it.
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-The role assumptions play in blinding us to new opportunities
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This preliminary study examined the cultural and logistical factors underlying the settlement of the historic town of nyoming, Nebraska. Located along the Mormon Trail, this site provides a new window for understanding the dynamics of nineteenth century u.s. emigrant trails. Utilizing a body of primary and secondary documents as well as cartographic source, the preliminary analysis revealed two integrated themes: (1) frontier logistics and expansion and (2) religious values and experiences. The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, or Mormons, needed both a prosperous town to equip themselves for their journey to Salt Lake City and a smaller town relatively free from "immoral vices" such as taverns and brothels. This small Nebraska town not only fit both these criteria, but it was also free from Native American unrest and the epidemics that ravaged their former settlement at Winter Quarters near Omaha. Thus the town became the new starting point of the Mormon Trail west of the Missouri River. This study will also form the basis for the site:S nomination to the National Register of Historic Places and aid in the formulation of a data recovery plan for afuture archaeological dig on the site.


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Malnutrition prevalence, weight for age (% of children under 5)
Prevalence of child malnutrition is the percentage of children under age 5 whose weight for age is more than two standard deviations below the median for the international reference population ages 0-59 months. The data are based on the WHO's new child growth standards released in 2006.
World Health Organization, Global Database on Child Growth and Malnutrition. Aggregation is based on UNICEF/WHO Joint Global Malnutrition Analysis Date Set 2011, and additional analysis by UNICEF.


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Why are photosynthetic reaction centres dimeric?
All photosynthetic organisms convert solar energy into chemical energy through charge separation in dimeric reaction centres. It is unknown why early reaction centres dimerised and completely displaced their monomeric ancestors. Here, we discuss several proposed explanations for reaction-centre dimerism and conclude—with only weak assumptions about the primordial dimerisation event—that the most probable explanation for the dimerism is that it arose because it enhanced light-harvesting efficiency by deepening the excitonic trap, i.e., by enhancing the rate of exciton transfer from an antenna complex and decreasing the rate of back transfer. This effect would have outweighed the negative effect dimerisation would have had on charge transfer within the reaction centre. Our argument implies that dimerisation likely occurred after the evolution of the first antennas, and it explains why the lower-energy state of the special pair is bright.
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Lesson 6: Rent & Language
In lesson six, we will examine the impact of language on Interpersonal Communication. You will need to be familiar with:
 - Convergence and divergence
 - Impact of language choice
 - Language of responsibility
 - Use of "you" language
You can learn more about these concepts in Interplay. Read through the information, be familiar with these concepts, then watch episode 105 of Outlander on Starz, or read chapters 11 and 12 of Outlander (or both!). You may even want to make notes about the concepts and how they are depicted in the episode.
 1. How does the use of Scottish Gaelic affect Claire? How is it used to exclude her from the rent party? How is it used to protect her?
 2. What impact does language have in the episode, particularly with naming and identity, affiliation, power and politeness, racism and sexism, and the language of responsibility?
 3. How does the use of "you" language affect the situation and episode?
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Microsoft Excel lets you create tables, spreadsheets and graphs that contain data of all types. One type of data that is commonly found in an Excel spreadsheet is calendar data, but it can be a pain to have to type dates over and over. One way to get around this issue is to insert a calendar drop-down menu into your cells so that you can pick the dates from the calendar rather than having to type them in. If you want to insert such a calendar into your spreadsheet, you can do so by enabling Developer Mode from the program's main menu.
Click the "Office" button and select the "Excel Options" option from the drop-down menu that appears.
Click the "Popular" tab in the "Options" menu and place a check mark next to the "Show Developer Tab in the Ribbon" option. Click "OK" to save the changes.
Click the "Developer" tab, followed by the "Insert" menu. Select the "More Controls" button in the drop-down menu that appears.
Highlight the "Microsoft Date and Time Picker Control" option, then click "OK."
Click on the upper left corner of the cell to which you want to add the calendar and drag your mouse pointer to the cell's bottom-right corner. This will draw a rectangle around the cell.
Release your mouse button to insert the calendar into the cell. Whenever you click on the cell, the calendar drop-down menu will appear.


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Aggregate Tensile Strength and Friability Characteristics of Furrow and Sprinkler Irrigated Fields in Southern Idaho
- Anita C. Koehn, Gary A. Lehrsch, Warren J. Busscher, Dean E. Evans, Bradley A. King, Daniel L. Stieneke, Robert E. Sojka
- Communications in soil science and plant analysis 2014 v.45 no.20 pp. 2712-2720
- aggregate stability, drying, furrow irrigation, furrows, growing season, irrigated soils, soil aggregates, soil profiles, sprinkler irrigation, tensile strength, Idaho
- Agricultural crops grown in southern Idaho are furrow or sprinkler irrigated. Therefore, the soil experiences several wetting and drying cycles each growing season that can contribute to changes in aggregate tensile strength and friability. The objective of the research was to evaluate the influence of irrigation on soil structural properties. Four furrow-irrigated fields were sampled at the top and bottom of the field, in the furrow and on the bed location of the furrow. Five sprinkler-irrigated fields were sampled at depths of 0–5 and 5–15 cm and at the top and bottom of the field. Results from this study indicate that differences in tensile strength in furrow-irrigated fields were only evident soon after irrigation; otherwise, there were few differences in tensile strength and friability. In sprinkler-irrigated fields tensile strength increased with depth in three of the five fields measured. Friability was less affected by depth.


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Materials Chemistry and Physics, Vol.163, 562-568, 2015
T14CdI6 - Wide band gap semiconductor: First principles modelling of the structural, electronic, optical and elastic properties
A novel infrared optoelectronic material Tl4CdI6 was studied using the density functional theory (DFT)-based techniques. Its structural, electronic, optical and elastic properties were all calculated in the generalized gradient approximation (GGA) with the Perdew Burke Emzerhof (PBE) and the local density approximation (LDA) with the Ceperley-Alder Perdew-Zunger (CA PZ) functionals. The studied material is a direct band gap semiconductor with the calculated band gaps of 2.043 eV (GGA) and 1.627 eV (LDA). The wavelength dependence of the refractive index was fitted to the Sellmeier equation in the spectral range from 400 to 2000 nm. Good agreement between the GGA-calculated values of refractive index and experimental data was achieved. To the best of our knowledge, this is the first consistent theoretical description of the title compound, which includes calculations and analysis of the structural, electronic, optical and elastic properties. (C) 2015 Elsevier B.V. All rights reserved.


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How To Prepare A Pressure Cooker To Bake Cake
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Have you ever tasted a pressure cooker cake? It tastes as amazing as an oven baked cake; the only difference is that you have to prepare a pressure cooker to bake cake instead of an oven.
The pressure cooker creates pressure and heat from the steam is built in it. By cooking in pressure cooker one not only gets tasty food to eat but also saves on cooking time.
However, there are two ways to bake a cake in pressure cooker; sand way and the water way.
It is up to you, the method you want your cake to be baked as cake made by both these methods are soft and delicious.
The most important part in baking cake in a pressure cooker is to first prepare a pressure cooker to bake cake. So, here is what you need to do:
 - Take a pressure cooker, big enough to contain the baking pan.
 - Wash it firmly with soap solution. The cooker should be free of odor before a cake is baked or else it may spoil the cake's taste.
 - Wipe it with a clean towel.
 - Now, remove the whistle of the pressure cooker. We do not make use of the whistle while baking cake. The vent is let open so that the steam can disperse.
 - If you want to bake cake with sand method, put some sand on the cooker's base not more than an inch. This method is recommended if you do not have a baking stand to keep the baking pan. This helps the baking pan by not letting it touch the surface of pressure cooker.
 - If you have a baking stand for baking pan, follow the water method for baking. Pour water in the pressure cooker, at least one and half inch up from the bottom. Now keep the baking stand in the cooker.
 - Place the baking pan filled with the cake batter on the sand or the baking stand, depending on your method.
 - Put the lid of pressure cooker, without the whistle and let the pressure cooker hear for 45 minutes on low flame.
The cake will be ready; you can check it by putting a toothpick or a knife.
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In modern cars, keyless entry is a big feature. When you press the unlock button on the keyfob (remote), it sends a coded radio signal to the car which tells it to unlock or lock itself. Many of these keyfobs also allow you to open trunk, arm or disarm the security alarm system in your car or even enable panic mode.
Some older cars used infrared technology (IR) to communicate between the car and the keyfob. This required you to be in the line of sight to your car. These remote systems were clunky and did not work all the time. This technology soon got replaced by radio waves (RF) which is much more reliable and work when you are in 5-15 meter range.
So, does window tint really affect keyless entry? Or the dealerships just lie to get rid of you?
There could be some other problems but if you have a metallic tint film installed then yes it will affect keyless entry. Metallic window tint consists of thin plastic film with tiny metal particles coated onto it. The metal particles help to reflect UV and IR rays to reduce heat inside the cabin.
These metalized tint films are well known for having issues with radio waves (that make the keyless entry work) and even metallic tint manufacturers admit that this can happen.
This can result in multiple presses of the button on the keyfob to unlock/lock the car.
[su_box title="Important!" box_color="#dec015″]Metallic window tint does not only affect the keyless entry but can also affect cellular and GPS reception (by blocking it) when you are inside your car.[/su_box]
If your keyfob is not working properly after you got your car windows tinted, these might be the possible problems.
If you have metallic window tints installed then you are likely going to have keyless entry problems. My advice? Don't go for metallic window tints as ceramic tints are better in every way.
Water from fresh tint install.
Water from a fresh tint install can get into keyless entry antennas and connectors which can cause the keyless entry to not work properly and sometimes the keyfob does not get recognized by the car. Usually the water dries out on it's own and it should start working normally.
Damaged keyless entry module or antenna cable.
Back in 2006 when I got my Camry tinted, my keyless entry was affected. I had to press unlock button on the keyfob multiple times to get it to unlock the car. I had to remove the rear driver side window tint and replace the antenna cable which got damaged by the tint installer.
Weak keyfob batteries.
Yes, it is a possibility but coincidences don't happen that much. Replacing your keyfob battery is way cheaper than re-tinting and even supposed to be changed at some point. Give it a try to see if this solves keyless entry problems.
How to fix it?
Replacing Window Tint.
If you have metallic window tints installed on your car, I would suggest you to re-tint your car with something like ceramic window tints. They not only provide much better UV and IR blockage but also last longer and don't affect any radio frequencies, GPS and cellular reception.
Removing the window tint.
Usually the antenna for keyless entry module is located near the rear driver side window or in the dash. Removing the old metallic tint (where keyless entry antenna is) will hopefully make the problem go away. Look in service manual for keyless entry antenna for your car.
Checking for damaged antenna cable.
Antenna cable for keyless entry module may get damaged when installing window tint due to untrained installers. This is why I always tell people to get window tints installed from a professional. A damaged antenna cable can not be repaired and can only be replaced.
Metallized tint films are the technology of the past. They introduce reflection and glare from the sun, which makes , affect radio, GPS and cellular reception, and are not any more efficient than ceramic tint films.
A good ceramic window tint film might be expensive but it is going to last a long time, provide excellent UV, IR and heat rejection. It will also not affect radio frequencies, GPS and cellular reception.


Ancient Byzantine Church Discovered In Tiberias
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In excavations carried out by the Israel Antiquities Authority in Tiberias impressive and unique finds were uncovered that shed light on the history of the ancient city.
The excavations were conducted over the course of the last three months at the request of Mekorot, as part of a project that involves the installation of a sewage pipeline and the transfer of the waste water treatment facility from Tiberias to the southern part of the Sea of Galilee.
The finds that were exposed date from the founding of Tiberias in the first century CE until the eleventh century, when the city was abandoned due to an earthquake, wars and dire economic and security conditions. In the lower part of the city, a Byzantine church (from the fourth-fifth centuries CE) was exposed that is paved with magnificent polychrome mosaics decorated with geometric patterns and crosses.
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The Problem with Data
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Utility Computing requires levels of efficacy and abstraction that are not matched by modern computing clouds. In this paper we argue that the lack of harmonization of data and computation is holding back computing clouds from evolving further into utility clouds. Data gravity is perceived as gravity pull associated with data volume. Data of large volume develop large gravity that pulls computation to it, which contrasts with the computation-centered principle of current computing clouds, where computational resources are centralized and fixed. Based on previous research, eight principles are identified to suggest an infrastructure for a future data-driven utility computing platform. The paper also argues that tuple spaces and functional programming languages together would be a powerful combination to meet the requirements for this next-generation computing utility.
DOI: 10.1109/UCC.2014.115
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@article{Fritsch2014ThePW, title={The Problem with Data}, author={J{\"{o}rg Fritsch and Coral Walker}, journal={2014 IEEE/ACM 7th International Conference on Utility and Cloud Computing}, year={2014}, pages={708-713} }


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what is a 'form' used for ?
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Latest reply on Aug 17, 2012 by weissenberg
yes, I read the user guide, but I don't get the point of using a 'form'
if 'variables' was created to pass data between activities within a process instance, then what's the intention of using a 'form' ?
I'm new to work flow, and I guess this is probably a stupid question :( , could anybody paste some practical code of form ?
(I saw the examples, and I still don't get why we just simply use variables)
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Quakes change the face of ChristchurchGreater Christchurch Regeneration
The Christchurch earthquakes have had a significant impact on the make-up and distribution of people in Canterbury, Minister supporting Greater Christchurch Regeneration Nicky Wagner says.
The latest Greater Christchurch Dashboard — Population looks at changes in the resident population, including cultural diversity.
"As many of us who live in the region have seen first-hand, there's been a significant population shift from Christchurch City to the neighbouring Selwyn and Waimakariri districts," Ms Wagner says.
"And while that's been well documented, the key is understanding how changing population trends and projected growth affect long-term planning for greater Christchurch.
"The Urban Development Indicators report and recent Greater Christchurch Monitoring Report both utilise population data to contribute to and inform long-term planning around land use, housing, consents and transport.
"The central city population is still well below 2010 levels but projects such as the East Frame, the Margaret Mahy Family Playground, the bourgeoning Retail Precinct and Te Papa Ōtākaro/Avon River Precinct all make the central city an increasingly attractive place to live, work and play.
"Greater Christchurch is also more ethnically diverse than it once was, with people from all over the world, particularly Ireland and the Philippines, as well as more Maori and Pacific people.
"And while many places around the country are in the midst of a 'man drought', Christchurch has almost 6000 more young men aged 20-29 than women of the same age."
Note: The Greater Christchurch Dashboard — Population is attached.


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When I perform this query:
SELECT 'tablename'.* FROM 'something'.'tablename'
I get a table with column names that contain dots:
tablename.c1 | tablename.c2 | tablename.c3
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 a | 1 | 2
 b | 1 | 3
I don't want this, I just want the column names c1, c2 and c3, I can solve this by writing the following query:
SELECT 'tablename'.'c1' as 'c1',
 'tablename'.'c2' as 'c2',
 'tablename'.'c3' as 'c3' FROM 'something'.'tablename'
I however have many columns which makes it a very long query. How can I rename the columns from the first query or how can I get this right from the start?
(p.s. the query I'm using contains multiple table references that is why I specify the table name tablename.*)
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Why not simply:
select
 c1
, c2
, c3
from tablename ;
With only one table involved, the database does not need to be told from which table the field should be taken. If you were joining two tables that both contained, say, an id column, then you would have to tell the database (through the query) which one you wanted returned:
select
 table1.id
, table1.field1
, table2.field2
from table1
inner join table2
on ...
where ...
But even that's quite cumbersome. Enter "Correlation Names" - a shorthand naming, with each query, denoting which table is which:
select
 a.id
, a.field1
, b.field2
from table1 a
inner join table2 b
on ...
where ...
Do not worry about lengthy field names or listing lots of fields in your queries - that's exactly what you should be doing - meaningful field names and only retrieving the fields that you need in each query.
Never use "select *" in Production code.
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You will have to do it the way you proposed in your question.
In cases of many columns, you can get the code generated for you. I find string manipulation in Excel really useful for generating SQL code.
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 - As the OP says in his question, "the query I'm using contains multiple table references that is why I specify the table name". – mustaccio Jan 17 '20 at 23:54
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Are you in search of affordable appliances or looking to sell excess inventory?
Appliance liquidation sales present a fantastic opportunity for both buyers and sellers to engage in the thriving market of discounted appliances. Understanding the ins and outs of appliance liquidation is essential whether you're a savvy consumer looking for affordable solutions or a reseller aiming to maximize profits. This in-depth guide will examine the appliance liquidation process, offer professional advice on locating and assessing liquidation appliances nearby, cover various forms of liquidation, and address frequently asked issues.
Understanding the Process of Appliance Liquidation
Using a B2B recommerce platform like B-Stock, resellers have access to a vast network of enterprise retailers and manufacturers. These platforms play a crucial role in connecting retailers with excess or discontinued inventory to resellers who can effectively manage and sell these products. Let's dive into the appliance liquidation process, focusing on the "Big 5" of the industry: washers, dryers, refrigerators/freezers, dishwashers, and ovens/stoves/cooktops.
Collaboration between retailers and recommerce platforms
When retailers face situations such as overstock, store closures, or seasonal inventory turnover, they collaborate with recommerce platforms to efficiently handle the liquidation process. B2B recommerce platforms like B-Stock act as intermediaries, managing the logistics of the liquidation sales. These platforms provide a centralized marketplace where retailers can list their excess inventory for auction or direct purchase by qualified buyers with resale businesses.
The process of appliance liquidation often involves auction-based platforms. Resellers, registered on the platform, have the opportunity to bid on bulk quantities of appliances. The auction mechanism allows resellers to determine the value of inventory and what they're willing to pay for it. Resellers make important decisions about bid strategy, market knowledge, and estimations of possible resale value during the auction process.
Types of Appliance Liquidation
Appliance liquidation encompasses various types, each presenting unique characteristics and opportunities for buyers. Understanding these different types can help resellers navigate the market more effectively and capitalize on specific niches. Let's explore some common types of appliance liquidation:
Store closure liquidation
Store closure liquidation occurs when a retail store or chain shuts down its operations. To recover a portion of their investment under such circumstances, retailers frequently dispose of their inventory, in which a wide range of equipment usually becomes available at discounted prices. Store closure liquidation sales are excellent opportunities for resellers to acquire a diverse inventory of appliances from various brands.
Overstock liquidation arises when retailers have surplus inventory due to overestimating demand or changes in consumer preferences. Liquidating overstock appliances allows retailers to clear their storage space and free up capital. For resellers, this type of liquidation presents an opportunity to obtain brand-new appliances that have never been used or opened at discounted rates. Overstock liquidation sales often feature appliances in pristine condition, making them highly desirable for buyers.
Seasonal inventory liquidation occurs at the end of a particular season or holiday when retailers need to make room for upcoming products while recovering some of their investment. For example, at the end of the summer season, retailers might liquidate air conditioners, fans, and outdoor grills. By buying seasonal appliances at lower prices, resellers can potentially sell them at higher profits later. However, this approach requires them to have ample storage space to strategically hold onto this inventory.
Returned and refurbished
Another type of appliance liquidation is returned and refurbished liquidation. In this case, shops get appliances that customers have returned for a variety of reasons, like minor cosmetic damage, functional problems, or just a change of heart. After being examined, fixed, and reconditioned, these returned appliances are put back in working order. This product type adds an extra layer of reassurance for discerning buyers. Fun fact: Scratch and dent inventory is historically easy to sell and allows you to move inventory quickly. Something to think about: 80% of appliance purchases are replacement purchases. This means shoppers are looking for a unit to bring home fast, usually in the next 24-48 hours.
Retailers could be left with inventory that they need to liquidate when manufacturers decide to stop making a specific model. Appliances that would otherwise become obsolete can be purchased at steep discounts during discontinued and end-of-line liquidation deals. These appliances are frequently completely new and unused, but because older models are being phased out, they are now more reasonably priced.
Overall, bulk liquidation involves the sale of large quantities of appliances in a single transaction. When retailers or manufacturers have excess inventory or need to quickly clear out a substantial amount of appliances, they can sell it to traditional liquidators or B2B recommerce platforms.
Tips for Buying Liquidation Appliances
Evaluating inventory condition
As a reseller, it is essential to thoroughly evaluate the condition of the liquidated appliances before placing a bid or making a purchase. B2B recommerce platforms provide detailed product descriptions, condition reports, and often include photos to help resellers make informed decisions. Carefully reviewing this information allows resellers to assess the quality of the appliances and determine their resale potential.
Conducting market research
To maximize profitability, resellers should conduct comprehensive market research. This involves analyzing consumer demand, identifying popular appliance models, and understanding market trends. By staying informed about current market conditions, resellers can make strategic decisions regarding which liquidated appliances to bid on and which ones are likely to yield higher returns.
Calculating shipping and logistics costs
There are unique shipping and logistics costs associated with buying liquidated appliances. Resellers should factor in these costs to determine the overall profitability of their purchases. Accurate cost calculations help resellers set appropriate pricing and ensure they can still generate a profit after accounting for these shipping expenses.
Considering brand reputation and warranty coverage
Brand reputation plays a significant role in the resale value of liquidated appliances. By considering brand reputation and warranty coverage, resellers can strategically decide on inventory their customers will find most appealing. Appliances that still carry the original manufacturer's warranty can add value to potential buyers.
Finding Liquidation Appliances Near You
If you're interested in buying or selling appliances, here are some additional tips to consider:
Online liquidation platforms
In addition to B-Stock, there are several reputable B2B recommerce platforms that specialize in appliance liquidation. These platforms provide a large variety of manufacturers and retailers, guaranteeing a varied assortment of merchandise. Find the platform that best meets your company's demands by doing some research and comparing several options. To aid in your decision-making, look for marketplaces that offer transparent information about their sellers, product descriptions, and condition reports. You may also consider platforms that provide access to exclusive sales, early notifications, and additional support.
Create an auction strategy
Understanding market trends and demand is crucial when participating in liquidation auctions. Research popular appliance models, examine historical pricing information, and keep up with business news. You may use this information to set goals, create a budget, and strategically bid to acquire the greatest bargains. Consider setting bidding limits to ensure you don't overspend.