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and the escapement. (The period drawing of the Graf action shows no space between the beak leather and the escapement. The drawing of Nannette Stein's action from 1801 shows a slight gap.) The beak leather must slip smoothly and immediately under the escapement lever when the hammer returns to rest position.
- The hammers should fall in a smooth gliding motion, neither too fast nor too slow.
- When the hammer escapes at 2 mm from the string the key should be fully depressed. Hence the action is regulated without the aftertouch typical in the English action. It should not take additional finger pressure to achieve escapement when maximum key dip is reached. [The only exception to this is in the high treble, where regulators in Vienna often use a slightly shallower key dip and some finger pressure is needed to achieve escapement.]
- There can be several causes if a strong blow results in a weak tone: The beak leather may be loose and require regluing; the beak leather may be bending because it is worn and has lost its firmness, or the escapement spring tension may be too weak. Any adjustment of spring tension will also change the let-off.
- The hammer should check at the highest possible point, but it must not rub or catch on the check when ascending.
- The damper lift should begin at about half key dip.
- The action should be completely free of extraneous noises.
- The damper function, particularly with leather dampers, should be instantaneous and complete. (So lang der Finger auf der Taste liegen bleibt, dauert der Ton fort, weil der Dämpfer dadurch von der Saite weggehoben wird, und sie frey vibriren lässt:zieht sich der Finger von der Taste zurück, so verschwindet auch plötzlich der Ton, weil der Dämpfer wieder auf die Saite fällt, und dadurch ihre Schwingung hindert. Andreas Streicher. Kurze Bemerkungen über das Spielen, Stimmen und Erhalten der Fortepiano welche von Nannette Streicher, geborne Stein in Wien verfertiget werden. Vienna, 1801, p. 5) Leather dampers over pearwood cores, must be replicated if thy are worn or missing. Never replace leather dampers with modern felt.
- Viennese fortepianos may have from two to six pedals. They should all be silent in function and perfectly regulated. In a fortepiano with six pedals, the pedals usually have the following functions:
- keyboard shift (often all the way to una corda)
- damper lift
- single moderator
- double moderator
- Janissary pedal (drums, bells, triangle)
Lubricating and Adjusting the Capsules.
Remove the hammers from the capsules with a expanding pliers. Clean rust and corrosion from the axle pins by revolving the pins into the end grain of a piece of soft pine. In the field, period technicians often used the end grain at the rear of the key to clean the axel pins. Historical instruments often have small holes in the ends of the keys. Clean the dimples in the brass capsules with a toothbrush with the bristles cut to the nub. Clean dust from the capsules with a piece of soft leather glued to a thin board. With a thin wire, lubricate the capsule dimples with a tiny drop of watch-maker's oil. (The traditional lubricant was probably thinned olive oil.) Lightly squeeze the capsule together. Open the capsule from above with expanding pliers. Fit the hammer shank axles into the dimples in the capsule (put the key under your arm while performing this work.) A special machine was developed by Viennese builders to turn new capsules into the keys without damaging the forks. An ingenious press was used to insert the axel pins(Kerne) into the hammershanks.
Check the capsule tension.
Hold the hammer end of the key upright at about 45 degrees. Lift and drop the hammer onto its rest pad. When the correct capsule tension is achieved the hammer should bounce two to three times on its rest pad. The capsule tension is too loose if the capsule rattles or if the hammer bounces more than three times. Check for a loose capsule by lightly holding the hammershank onto its rest cushion. Knock on the key. If the capsule tension is insufficient the axle will rattle in the capsule. The hammer must be removed from the capsule to adjust capsule tension. The sequence is always the same: remove the hammer, squeeze the capsule lightly, open the capsule gently with the pliers (just enough to place the axle in place), and check the capsule tension. The swing test is absolutely critical for a careful regulation. The capsule tension must be regulated to the size and weight of the hammers, as the hammers progress from large, heavy hammers in the bass to light hammers in the treble.
The beak leather must be tightly glued with hide glue to the hammerbutt. Make sure there is no glue on the end of the beak leather or it will knock against the escapement. If the leather is loose it will flex against the escapement lever and repetition will be poor. The beak leather should stick out a bit from the hammer shank and should have minimal space (lost motion) under the escapement lever. There should be just enough lost motion so that, when one releases the key slowly, there is space for the beak to slip back under the escapement lever.
The hammers must rise absolutely perpendicularly and should not let off closer than 2 mm from the strings. The hammers must not block against the strings. On early Viennese actions, the fine let-off is regulated by slightly adjusting the tension of the escapement spring. Later instruments have let-off screws which help adjust the distance between the beak and the escapement lever.
When the hammer has reached its highest point, the deepest point of the key dip should also have been reached so that there is no aftertouch. Extra pressure should not be necessary to make the hammer escape when the key is depressed slowly. On some later Viennese actions with heavy hammers, I often use an aftertouch of about.010". Remember the key dip is controlled at the rear of the key on the Viennese action. The dip is regulated by gluing and removing shims to the upper surface at the rear of the keys.
Check the action with a strong blow to make sure that the instrument plays and that the beak does not simply slip away from the escapement without making any sound. If this occurs, check for loose beak leather or worn beaks. The escapement spring tension may also need to be slightly increased by pressing it forward lightly at its base. (You must remove the rail which protects the springs and the escapement levers when doing spring adjustments). Increasing spring tension will also change the let-off of the hammer.
The check rail must not catch the hammer on its way up. The hammers must strike the unison squarely and must show even spacing in rest position. To repair an oinking or ringing damper, the offending damper can be brushed lightly with a soft brush. Parchment or soft leather shims can be inserted between the pear-wood molding of the damper and the damper leather. With the damper at rest on the unison, pluck the strings to locate ones that ring and regulate according to the above description. Damper lift on early Viennese actions begins almost as soon as the key is depressed. On later actions the damper lift begins at half key dip.


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Industrial productivity (or efficiency) can be defined or measured in three different ways. They are:
(i) Incremental Capital-output Ratio. Incremental capital-output ratio means how much capital is required to increase one unit of output. Suppose to increase one unit of output if we require 4 units of capital then the incremental capital-output ratio will be 4 : 1. This means, the higher the ratio, the lesser will be the productivity of capital investment.
The incremental capital-output ratio in Indian industries has risen over many years. It indicates decline in industrial productivity. But for the last few years it is showing signs of falling again, which is a good indication.
(ii) Total Factor Productivity (TFP). Total factor productivity measures the increase in output by adding a little of all factors in a combination of various factors of production. There are some indications which suggest that TFP is increasing in many Indian industries.
(iii) Domestic Resource Cost (DRC). When we compare the price of the product concerned in the international market with the cost of domestic resources for its production, it is called Domestic Resource Cost at international prices. It measures the industrial productivity (or efficiency) in comparison to rest of the world. On the basis of this measure many capital goods such as electric machinery and some of the machine tools produced by Indian industries have high efficiency. But in most of the areas of advanced technology Indian industries are less efficient.
Causes of Inefficiency and Low Productivity in Indian Industries
Keeping in view all the three above-mentioned criteria, the productivity (or efficiency) in Indian industrial sector is generally low. Following are the main causes of this low productivity
(i) Lack of incentives and facilities for technology up-gradation.
(ii) Lack of facilities for Research and Development activities.
(iii) Lack of incentives and support for modernisation of plant and machinery.
(iv) Lack of adequate infrastructural facilities like power supply
(v) Lack of financial resources.
(vi) Industrial disputes and lack of work-culture.
To improve industrial productivity we have to tackle the abovementioned causes effectively and urgently.

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I can t keep principal and principle clear Can you help
Principal as an adjective means first in importance. As a noun, principal means the head of a school.
Example: The principal reason that Nelson was chosen to be principal of our school was her dedication.
Principle is a noun meaning a fundamental truth or law upon which others are based, or a rule of conduct.
Example: The principal's principles were questioned by the parent group.


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Financial market participants
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There are two basic financial market participant categories, Investor vs. Speculator and Institutional vs. Retail. Action in financial markets by central banks is usually regarded as intervention rather than participation.
Supply side vs. demand side
A market participant may either be coming from the Supply Side, hence supplying excess money (in the form of investments) in favor of the demand side; or coming from the Demand Side, hence demanding excess money (in the form of borrowed equity) in favor of the Supply Side. This equation originated from Keynesian Advocates. The theory explains that a given market may have excess cash; hence the supplier of funds may lend it; and those in need of cash may borrow the funds supplied. Hence, the equation: aggregate savings equals aggregate investments.
The demand side consists of: those in need of cash flows (daily operational needs); those in need of interim financing (bridge financing); those in need of long-term funds for special projects (capital funds for venture financing).
The supply side consists of: those who have aggregate savings (retirement funds, pension funds, insurance funds) that can be used in favor of demand side. The origin of the savings (funds) can be local savings or foreign savings. So much pensions or savings can be invested for school buildings; orphanages; (but not earning) or for road network (toll ways) or port development (capable of earnings).
The earnings go to owner (Savers or Lenders) and the margin goes to the banks. When the principal and interest are added up, it will reflect the amount paid for the user (borrower) of the funds. Thus, an interest percentage for the cost of using the funds.
Investor vs. Speculator
An investor is any party that makes an Investment.
However, the term has taken on a specific meaning in finance to describe the particular types of people and companies that regularly purchase equity or debt securities for financial gain in exchange for funding an expanding company. Less frequently the term is applied to parties who purchase real estate, currency, commodity derivatives, personal property, or other assets.
Speculation, in the narrow sense of financial speculation, involves the buying, holding, selling, and short-selling of stocks, bonds, commodities, currencies, collectibles, real estate, derivatives or any valuable financial instrument to profit from fluctuations in its price as opposed to buying it for use or for income via methods such as dividends or interest. Speculation or agiotage represents one of three market roles in western financial markets, distinct from hedging, long term investing and arbitrage. Speculators in an asset may have no intention to have long term exposure to that asset.
Institutional vs. Retail
Institutional investor
An institutional investor is an investor, such as a bank, insurance company, retirement fund, hedge fund, or mutual fund, that is financially sophisticated and makes large investments, often held in very large portfolios of investments. Because of their sophistication, institutional investors may often participate in private placements of securities, in which certain aspects of the securities laws may be inapplicable.
Retail investor
A retail investor is an individual investor possessing shares of a given security. Retail investors can be further divided into two categories of share ownership.
- A Beneficial Shareholder is a retail investor who holds shares of their securities in the account of a bank or broker, also known as "in Street Name." The broker is in possession of the securities on behalf of the underlying shareholder.
- A Registered Shareholder is a retail investor who holds shares of their securities directly through the issuer or its transfer agent. Many registered shareholders have physical copies of their stock certificates.
In the United States, as of 2005 about 57 million households owned stocks, and in total individual investors owned 26% of equities.
See also
- Harris L. (2010). Missing in Activism: Retail Investor Absence in Corporate Elections. Columbia Business Law Review

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text: Janice Thompson is from the Sto:lo Nation located in British Columbia. She is an activist for human rights, women's rights, environmental rights, Indigenous rights, animal rights and low income family rights. Janice is an active member of her community and loves to volunteer for various causes; she specializes in canvass work. Janice has been involved with Force of Nature for the past year and enjoys creating new relationships. Janice's network includes people and organizations that share the common interests of promoting Indigenous rights, helping to create a low carbon footprint, utilizing and promoting renewable energies, stopping fossil fuel expansion, and promoting provincial and federal leaders who are working on climate solutions.


Roscoe Holcomb
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Roscoe Holcomb
Roscoe Holcomb in 1962
Background information
Birth name Roscoe Halcomb
Born (1912-09-05)September 5, 1912
Origin Daisy, Kentucky, USA
Genres Folk, bluegrass, country, gospel, old-time music
Occupation(s) Miner, construction worker, Farmer, Musician
Instruments Banjo, Guitar, Harmonica
Years active 1958–1978
Roscoe Holcomb, (born as Roscoe Halcomb[1] September 5, 1912 – died February 1, 1981) was an American singer, banjo player, and guitarist from Daisy, Kentucky. A prominent figure in Appalachian folk music, Holcomb was the inspiration for the term "high, lonesome sound," coined by folklorist and friend John Cohen. The "high lonesome sound" term is now used to describe bluegrass singing, although Holcomb was not, strictly speaking, a bluegrass performer.
Life and performance style[edit]
Holcomb's repertoire included old-time music, hymns, traditional music and blues ballads. In addition to playing the banjo and guitar, he was a competent harmonica and fiddle player, and sang many of his most memorable songs a cappella.
A coal miner, construction laborer and farmer for much of his life, Holcomb was not recorded until 1958, after which his career as a professional musician was bolstered by the folk revival in the 1960s. Holcomb gave his last live performance in 1978. Due to what he described as injuries he sustained during his long career as a laborer, Holcomb was eventually unable to work for more than short periods, and his later income came primarily from his music. Suffering from asthma and emphysema as a result of working in coal mines, he died in 1981 at the age of 68.
Holcomb's discography includes:[3]
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- Can you unlock a permanently locked SIM card?
- What is the default SIM card PIN?
- What is sim pin?
- Is PUK code written on SIM card?
- Can I get PUK code online?
- How can I get my PUK code without calling idea?
- What is the default SIM PIN for AT&T?
- Should I use a SIM PIN?
- Why is my SIM PIN locked?
- What is the PUK code for AT&T?
- How many digits is a SIM PIN?
- What is the network unlock code for AT&T?
- What is the SIM card unlock pin?
- What is SIM network PUK?
- Is the SIM PIN on the SIM card?
- How do you activate a SIM card?
Can you unlock a permanently locked SIM card?
You don't unlock a SIM card, you unlock the phone to accept any SIM card.
If it is a carrier unlock it is permanent.
You can unlock your SIM card on your own, however, by typing in a PIN unlock key.
Your carrier can provide you with the unique PUK code for your device..
What is the default SIM card PIN?
0123A new SIM card usually comes with a temporary default PIN of 0123 or 1234.
What is sim pin?
Lock your SIM card with a PIN (personal identification number) to require an identification code for phone calls and cellular-data usage. To protect your SIM card from others using it for phone calls or cellular data, you can use a SIM PIN. … Don't try to guess your SIM PIN.
Is PUK code written on SIM card?
The PUK (Personal Unblocking Key) code is a code consisting of 8 digits that you also received with your SIM card. It is used to unblock your SIM card when you entered 3 times a wrong PIN code. … They can be found on the plastic card that the SIM card is attached to.
Can I get PUK code online?
The quickest way to get a PUK code is online using My EE. … Scroll down the page where you'll see the option Unblock SIM (PUK code). Select Show PUK code >
How can I get my PUK code without calling idea?
How to Get IDEA Number PUK Code. Idea customer can Dial *121*4*1*13# ussd code to know your Idea number PUK code or call on the Idea customer care number from another Idea number and verify your details to Idea customer support executive to know your Idea number PUK code.
What is the default SIM PIN for AT&T?
1111The default PIN code for an AT&T SIM card is 1111. Change the default PIN code for more security. After activating SIM lock, you must enter the PIN code if you move the SIM card to another device.
Should I use a SIM PIN?
Adding a SIM PIN is a great way to make sure that no one can take your SIM card and use it as their own, so it helps give you some peace of mind. Just make sure to remember that SIM PIN, because otherwise, you may lock yourself out of your own phone!
Why is my SIM PIN locked?
The SIM card on your mobile phone will become locked if you enter an incorrect personal identification number (PIN) three times. To unlock it you must reset your PIN by entering your SIM card's unique unlock key (also called a PIN unblocking key or PUK).
What is the PUK code for AT&T?
To get a PUK code to unlock your SIM card, call 800.901. 9878 (611 from your AT&T wireless phone). If your device displays PUK blocked call operator or PUK2, your SIM is permanently locked because the wrong PUK code was entered 10 times in a row. You'll need to get a new SIM card.
How many digits is a SIM PIN?
four digitsThe PIN is an acronym for Personal Identification Number and represents an access code made of four digits. When you buy a SIM card, you also receive a PIN for it. You need this four-digit code to enable the SIM card once you have inserted it into your phone, to be able to access your operator's mobile network.
What is the network unlock code for AT&T?
In order to Unlock an AT&T Phone to work on another network, you will require what is called a Remote Unlock Code (all devices except iPhone). Most cell phones were built to accept an unlock code to release the lock set by the carrier. These Unlock Codes are specific according to your phone's IMEI number.
What is the SIM card unlock pin?
SIM Network Unlock PIN is a PIN you have to input to unlock your mobile device that is locked by a specific carrier. Phones are usually sold locked on contract with a network.
What is SIM network PUK?
PUK (Personal Unlock COde) is to Unlock the SIM which locks up if you enter incorrect pin 3 times. If your phone is asking for PUK Code, then you need to call the provider whose SIM you are trying to use. They will give you the PUK to unlock your SIM.
Is the SIM PIN on the SIM card?
Each SIM card you plug into a smartphone has a PIN code. For your device to use the SIM card, you need to enter its PIN. Some mobile providers use standard PIN codes for all their SIM cards, like 0000 or 1234.
How do you activate a SIM card?
Activate your new SIM online. Put your new SIM into your device and switch it on – if you need help, find out how to insert a SIM. Wait for your phone to show it has signal and the Vodafone symbol – this can take up to 24 hours, but it's usually much quicker.

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be cached so that it only needs to be retrieved once.
 - Ensure that pipeline stages run on suitable 'hardware', either physical or virtual. Ideally the stage is executed on hardware that is optimized for the performance demands of the step, e.g. execute I/O bound steps on hardware that has fast I/O etc.
In addition to these improvements it will be important to review and improve the ability of the pipeline to execute many input sets in parallel.
 - Ensure that the pipeline applications which deal with the distribution of input sets are efficient at this task. It's not very useful to start processing an input set only to find out that there are no executors which can process this given input set (I'm looking at you TFS2013).
 - Splitting a single stage into multiple parallel stages will improve throughput for a single input set. However it might decrease overall throughput due to the fact that a single input set requires the use of multiple executors. Note that splitting a single stage into many parallel stages might lead to reductions in performance due to the overhead of transitioning between stages.
The mentioned improvements form a start for improving the performance of the pipeline. Depending on the specific characteristics of a given pipeline other improvements and design choices may be valid.
Finally it must be mentioned that some performance improvements will have negative influences on the other properties. For instance using partial builds may influence accuracy. In the end a trade-off will need to be made when it comes to changes that influence multiple properties.
Exportable Linux virtual hard-drives for Hyper-V
Thursday, September 14, 2017 | Posted in Hyper-V Preseed Ubuntu Unattend
As part of learning more about infrastructure creation, testing and deployment one of the projects I'm working on is creating a set of virtual machine images for Windows and Linux which can be used as a base for more complex virtual machine based resources, e.g. a consul host or a docker host.
The main virtualization technology I use is Hyper-V on both Windows 10 and Windows 2016 which allows creating Generation 2 virtual machines. Some of the benefits of a generation 2 virtual machine are:
 - Boot volume up to 64 Tb
 - Use of UEFI for the boot process
 - Faster boot
The initial version of the base resources allowed creating a virtual machine with Packer and exporting that virtual machine to be used as a base. However ideally all one would need is the virtual hard-drive. The virtual machine configuration can easily be created for each individual resource and the configuration is usually specific to the original host by virtue of it containing the absolute path of the virtual hard drive, the name of the network interfaces etc..
When building Ubuntu virtual disk images one of the issues with using a Generation 2 virtual machine is that it uses UEFI for the boot process. It turns out that the Ubuntu install process stores the UEFI files in the virtual machine configuration file. This means that when one creates a new virtual machine from the base virtual disk image it runs into a problem when booting because the boot files are not present in the new machine. The result is this
Hyper-V error message due to missing UEFI sector
The solution to this issue obviously is to force the Ubuntu installer to write the UEFI files to the virtual hard disk which can be achieved by adding the correct configuration values to the preseed file. Unfortunately the documentation for the different options in the preseed files is hard to find. In the end a combination of the ubuntu sample preseed file, bug reports, old forum messages and a few blog posts allowed me to determine that to make the Ubuntu installer place the UEFI files in the correct location two parts of the preseed file needed to be changed from the default Ubuntu one. The first part is the partitioning section which requires that at least an EFI partition and (most likely) a boot partition are defined. This almost requires that a custom recipe is defined. The one I currently use looks as follows:
# Or provide a recipe of your own...
# If not, you can put an entire recipe into the preconfiguration file in one
# (logical) line. This example creates a small /boot partition, suitable
# swap, and uses the rest of the space for the root partition:
d-i partman-auto/expert_recipe string \
 grub-efi-boot-root :: \
 1 1 1 free \
 $bios_boot{ } \
 method{ biosgrub } \
 . \
 256 256 256 fat32 \
 $primary{ } \
 method{ efi } \
 format{ } \
 . \
 512 512 512 ext4 \
 $primary{ } \
 $bootable{ } \
 method{ format } \
 format{ } \
 use_filesystem{ } \
 filesystem{ ext4 } \
 mountpoint{ /boot } \
 . \
 4096 4096 4096 linux-swap \
 $lvmok{ } \
 method{ swap } \
 format{ } \
 . \
 10000 20000 -1 ext4 \
 $lvmok{ } \
 method{ format } \
 format{ } \
 use_filesystem{ } \
 filesystem{ ext4 } \
 mountpoint{ / } \
 .
Note that syntax for the partioner section is very particular. Note especially the dots (.) at the end of each section. If the syntax isn't completely correct nothing will work but no sensible error messages will be provided. Additionally the Ubuntu install complained when there was no swap section so I added one. This shouldn't be necessary to get the UEFI files in the correct location but it is apparently necessary to get Ubuntu to install in the first place.
The second part of the preseed file that should be changed is the grub-installer section. There the following line should be added
d-i grub-installer/force-efi-extra-removable boolean true
This line indicates that grub should force install the UEFI files, thus overriding the normal state of not installing the UEFI boot files.
This means that the complete preseed file looks as follows
# preseed configuration file for Ubuntu.
# Based on: _URL_
#
# *** Localization ***
#
# Originally from: _URL_
#
# Preseeding only locale sets language, country and locale.
d-i debian-installer/locale string en_US.utf8
# Keyboard selection.
# Disable automatic (interactive) keymap detection.
d-i console-setup/ask_detect boolean false
d-i console-setup/layout string us
d-i kbd-chooser/method select American English
#
# *** Network configuration ***
#
# Originally from: _URL_
#
# netcfg will choose an interface that has link if possible. This makes it
# skip displaying a list if there is more than one interface.
d-i netcfg/choose_interface select auto
# If you want the preconfiguration file to work on systems both with and
# without a dhcp server, uncomment these lines and the static network
# configuration below.
d-i netcfg/dhcp_failed note ignore
d-i netcfg/dhcp_options select Configure network manually
# Any hostname and domain names assigned from dhcp take precedence over
# values set here. However, setting the values still prevents the questions
# from being shown, even if values come from dhcp.
d-i netcfg/get_hostname string unassigned-hostname
d-i netcfg/get_domain string unassigned-domain
# Disable that annoying WEP key dialog.
d-i netcfg/wireless_wep string
#
# *** Account setup ***
#
# Originally from: _URL_
#
# To create a normal user account.
d-i passwd/user-fullname string localadmin
d-i passwd/username string localadmin
# Normal user's password, either in clear text
d-i passwd/user-password password reallygoodpassword
d-i passwd/user-password-again password reallygoodpassword
# The installer will warn about weak passwords. If you are sure you know
# what you're doing and want to override it, uncomment this.
d-i user-setup/encrypt-home boolean false
d-i user-setup/allow-password-weak boolean true
# Set to true if you want to encrypt the first user's home directory.
d-i user-setup/encrypt-home boolean false
#
# *** Clock and time zone setup ***
#
# Originally from: _URL_
#
# Controls whether or not the hardware clock is set to UTC.
d-i clock-setup/utc boolean true
d-i clock-setup/utc-auto boolean true
# You may set this to any valid setting for $TZ; see the contents of
# /usr/share/zoneinfo/ for valid values.
d-i time/zone string UTC
#
# *** Partitioning ***
#
# Originally from: _URL_
#
# This makes partman automatically partition without confirmation, provided
# that you told it


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Wavetool is a professional audio & rf monitoring and listening software for audio engineers. With Wavetool you can quickly find microphones with problems, low battery or no signal. Walk freely about the stage whilst streaming audio to iOS device with the Wavetool Mobile Remote app.
Wavetool has the monitoring tools for the sound team gathered in one application. The SCP algorithm helps you find weird noises in your sources before they can be heard in the mix. The Instant Replay lets you listen to the history and examine the noises.
Wavetool brings together monitoring functions of different radio microphone brands under one roof with integration of the most used RF receivers. Together with the Wavetool Chat, you can now communicate transmitter problems between stage and FOH easier than ever!
Learn more about Wavetool by watching Wavetool Tutorials from Shure Inc. YouTube channel:
Communicate between all connected devices (macOS & iOS) with text chat. Create user configurable macros for instant messages.
Change channel Group members with manual or MIDI triggers per scene. Example: "On Stage" & "Up Next" groups that help the A2 audio tech to track the actors on a scene to scene basis.
Monitor up to 128 channels of audio from almost any audio source. Create an aggregate device in order to use multiple audio devices as Wavetool input device.
Connect audio stream to computer running Wavetool and create up to five listening stations with independent channel layouts and audio mixes. (Only available in Platinum Bundle)
A10-RX with A10-TX & A20-Mini, Wisycom MCR42 and Lectrosonics SRc.
(firmware 2.03.18 or newer)
EM3732-II, G3, G4, EM2050, EM6000, EM9046 (Firmware 4.0.0 or newer)
please check documentation
MRK-950 / MRK-960, MRK-980 (Firmware 1.7 or newer)
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NFC/HF ANALOG FRONT-END
The NCD1300 is a NFC/HF analogue front-end able to demodulate RF signals compliant to standards ISO14443A and ISO14443B, and with energy-harvesting capability to supply external devices (specific memories, sensors, …).
The front-end can be easily integrated with a digital part to build a customer-specific RFID tag operating in the HF band; for instance, it can include customized encryption, compression, interface to custom analogue sensors,... The front-end is silicon verified, and samples are available. Additionally, it can be used as external component, with the digital processing unit implemented in an off-chip microprocessor or FPGA.
The NCD1300 is passively powered, meaning that it can harvest energy from the magnetic field. It also includes a Power Supply Unit to enable semi-passive operation with external battery. It demodulates the signal received and extracts the clock, which are made available for the digital part. It also performs load modulation using a signal provided by the digital circuitry. Finally, it also gives a Power on Reset signal, and Field Detection indicator.
A regulated energy harvesting output extracted from the field is also available on a pin and can be used as power supply for external circuitry, with a maximum current consumption of 5mA. If an external battery is connected and the battery voltage is higher than the rectified field, this output takes the energy from the battery instead of from the field.
- Valid for ISO14443A, ISO14443B
- Powered from external magnetic field or from external battery
- Regulated energy harvesting output, providing up to 5mA
- Bit rates from 106kbps till 424kbps
- Integrated resonant and buffer capacitor
- External battery supply range 2.6V ...3.6V
- Wide temperature range: -40ºC to 125ºC
- Firmware Upgrade via NFC
- Zero power configuration (late customization)
- NFC bridge for embedded system
- NFC powering sensor
- Non-invasive medical device for healthcare
- Smart Metering/Vending machine
- Smart Interactive Poster
- Smart Home Appliance
- Wireless Industrial Machine Interface
- Customized/Proprietary system RFID
- Smart Toy
- Display-less Home appliance
- Advanced pairing (for e.g. WiFi or Bluetooth) for dynamic generation of session keys


Saturday, January 11, 2014
What is a GEDCOM?
What is a GEDCOM?
A GEDCOM is a computer file that is in plain text. GEDCOM is short for GEenealogical Data COMmunication.
How do I get a GEDCOM?
You can create a GEDCOM from most genealogy software, and most genealogy software can import a GEDCOM.
Why do I want to create a GEDCOM?
The reason you would want to create a GEDCOM is to share genealogical data with another person or site that doesn't use the same software.
How do I create a GEDCOM from Legacy 8.0?
To create a GEDCOM from Legacy 8.0 you click on "File" in top toolbar, then pick "Export" and you can then pick the details of how you want the GEDCOM generated.
How do I create a GEDCOM from my family tree at
From your family tree on any page, you click on "Tree pages"
Tree pages
Then you pick "tree settings" from the dropdown menu.
tree settings
Then you click the Export Tree.
What can I do with a GEDCOM?
You can send the GEDCOM to people you want to send your family too.
If you have tested your autosomal DNA you can upload your GEDCOM to
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Workers' Compensation Enhancement: Telephonic Workplace Injury Triage Coming Soon
March 04, 2020
Nurse on phone call smiling to cameraStudies have shown that the day of injury is the most critical point at which positively to influence medical care, claim costs, return to work outcome and employee satisfaction for work-related injuries. Because MCIT recognizes the importance of an employee's receiving prompt, convenient and appropriate medical attention when he or she sustains an injury at work, the Trust is introducing a telephonic workplace injury triage service later this spring.
Determining Appropriate Care Is a Challenge for Supervisors
Responding to injuries in the workplace can be equally challenging for an injured worker and his or her supervisor:
Employees who work alone, at a small site, nontraditional business hours or remote locations may have limited access to immediate medical assistance in the event of an injury.
Supervisors who respond to injuries often lack proper medical training or experience to determine the seriousness of the injury and the appropriate response.
Minor injuries, such as strains and sprains, that would respond favorably to on-site first aid are often referred off site for care, which is more expensive and time consuming but not more effective.
Triage Service Removes Barrier to Prompt Care
To remove barriers to prompt and appropriate care for injured workers, MCIT has contracted with Medcor to provide a telephonic injury triage service. By calling a dedicated hot line for MCIT, the injured employee and supervisor have immediate access 24 hours a day, seven days a week to a nurse who recommends the appropriate care for the injury, whether it be first aid or a medical referral.
After the call, the nurse submits a report to MCIT, which acts as the first report of injury and begins the claim handling process.
Injured workers who choose to self-treat can call back for further advice if their conditions change or worsen.
With the knowledgeable intervention of a trained registered nurse at the time of injury, the injured employee obtains needed and appropriate medical treatments sooner than with the current system. This often means a quicker and better recovery while avoiding unnecessary and costly emergency room visits.
This service is not designed to deal with an emergency or to provide advice if the injured employee has already received medical attention.
As the activation date approaches for telephonic injury triage, the hot line number, information and educational materials will be provided to share with all supervisors and employees.


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Plains States Lapbook Part 2
Probably by now (and maybe sooner), you know how these work and are just checking this out for the printables. I'll post them upfront right here at the top for you!
Just in case this IS your first Geography lapbook with me (where have you been?), here are the instructions!
Print the Plains States Features Printable 2 sided (flip along the LONG side of the paper).
Cut out along the outside of each flip book, and fold in half on the solid lines. The Black Hills and Flint Hills are both Trifolds, so fold them into thirds along the solid lines with the title in front.
Glue these into the middle and bottom part of the sides. The order doesn't matter this week, however you like to fit them in works. Here's how I did it!
You can glue stick these in yourself, or have your students take turns gluing them. Read the feature facts out loud and show the pictures as you glue them. Or quiz each other on the features information. "What state is Mount Rushmore in?" Use a dry erase marker if your map is laminated or coloring pencils to draw the features onto the map in the middle!
Have fun reading the fun facts about each feature and looking at the pictures.
Print the cover for your lapbook:
Glue it to the front of the two side flaps. (I glue the page to one side, then use the edge of the file folder as a guide to cut on).
Then to make it fit into your Geography 3 ring binder, use some packing tape. Run the packing tape down the outside of the left side of the Lapbook. Fold it over onto itself, so that about 1/2 of tape is sticking to itself, and the rest to the lapbook. Hole punch through the tape and store in your binder!
You can do the same thing using duct tape instead. There are lots of fun duct tapes out there. This one may be more appropriate than the aliens that we've been using.


Quick Answer: What Is The Highest Genius IQ?
What IQ is genius?
Is an IQ of 150 good?
Who has an IQ of 200?
What is a genius IQ for a 14 year old?
What is Madonna's IQ?
Madonna (140) She holds the incredibly impressive IQ score of 140 as well. Her intelligence shone from a young age, as she was known for her exceptionally high grades. She even earned a scholarship for the University of Michigan, but she chose to drop out to pursue a career in music.
What was Albert Einsteins IQ?
What is 130 IQ?
What is the highest IQ possible?
200The highest IQ possible in the world is theoretically 200, although some people have been known to have an IQ of above 200. Let's discuss how that's possible below. Everyone with an IQ score higher than 110 is lucky enough to have an above average intelligence.
Who has 180 IQ?
Who had an IQ of 300?
Albert Einstein likely never took an IQ test but is estimated to have a 160 IQ but even that can't stand up to these masterminds. Like both Hirata and Tao, William is a child prodigy. William has the title of having the highest IQ ever obtained that is between 250 and 300.
How can I improve my IQ?
What is Leonards IQ?
173Leonard's IQ of 173 is not as high as Sheldon's and the latter has scoffed at Leonard's whiteboard theories as common enough to be "scribbled on the wall of every men's room at MIT."


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American Heritage® Dictionary of the English Language, Fourth Edition
- n. An eager or strong desire to achieve something, such as fame or power.
- n. The object or goal desired: Her ambition is the presidency.
- n. Desire for exertion or activity; energy: had no ambition to go dancing.
Century Dictionary and Cyclopedia
- n. The act of going about to solicit or obtain an office or other object of desire; a canvassing.
- n. An eager or inordinate desire for some object that confers distinction, as preferment, political power, or literary fame; desire to distinguish one's self from other men: often used in a good sense: as, ambition to be good.
- n. Hence The object of ambitious desire.
- To seek after ambitiously or eagerly; aspire to; be ambitious of.
- n. uncountable, countable Eager or inordinate desire for some object that confers distinction, as preferment, honor, superiority, political power, or literary fame; desire to distinguish one's self from other people.
- n. countable An object of an ardent desire.
- n. A desire, as in (sense 1), for another person to achieve these things.
- n. uncountable A personal quality similar to motivation, not necessarily tied to a single goal.
- v. To seek after ambitiously or eagerly; to covet.
GNU Webster's 1913
- n. obsolete The act of going about to solicit or obtain an office, or any other object of desire; canvassing.
- n. An eager, and sometimes an inordinate, desire for preferment, honor, superiority, power, or the attainment of something.
- v. rare To seek after ambitiously or eagerly; to covet.
- v. have as one's ambition
- n. a cherished desire
- n. a strong drive for success
- From Middle English ambicion, from Old French ambition, from Latin ambitio ("ambition, a striving for favor, literally 'a going around', especially of candidates for office in Rome soliciting votes"), from ambiō ("I go around, solicit votes"). See ambient, issue. (Wiktionary)
- Middle English ambicioun, excessive desire for honor, power, or wealth, from Old French ambition, from Latin ambitiō, ambitiōn-, from ambitus, past participle of ambīre, to go around (for votes); see ambient. (American Heritage® Dictionary of the English Language, Fourth Edition)
"The main ambition is to lose some weight and get myself into better shape, which basically means covering some ground again and this time applying that old willpower to maintaining the state."
"Whoever thinks we are a one issue party i am afraid they are wrong, i must assume this person has never heard of a 'Manifesto' yes this describes what the party wants to achieve, i take it the EDP's manifesto has not been read by this person, yes the main ambition is parity for England as was plaid cymru's for Wales and the Scottish National party for Scotland."
"Our main ambition is to raise as many children as we can afford and give them all the love we have in us."
"People often use the word ambition as a negative, but I can't see anything wrong with being driven."
"But if your ambition is a one-party state and irreversible changes, then things are going right according to plan."
"In young women the erotic wishes predominate almost exclusively, for their ambition is as a rule absorbed by erotic trends."
"Petkoff at 74 year old cannot have more than a one term ambition, and as Reagan was, is old enough to measure what real glory is e.g., leaving a functional country behind and old enough to not only know the value of delegating power, but on how to do it, on whom to delegate."
"The ANC was opposed to what he described as ambition for ambition's sake or for personal gain. lso of concern was a lack of management skills among officials in government departments."
"And it is the desire to be a factor in the world, to increase the scope and consequence of one's self that is the leading ingredient in what we call ambition, and the desire for fame, and at least one ingredient in the desire for wealth."
"After a country storekeeper has accumulated $20,000 or $30,000 his ambition is to be the President of a bank and he starts one with his own capital, giving some of his family or friends enough shares to qualify as Directors and comply with the Act: Thus, with $25,000 he can start a National Bank, with all the legal powers and functions of a great New York or Chicago institution."
These user-created lists contain the word 'ambition'.
Im savin it for later
cool beans dude
hit me man
Get a life dude
Interesting, there is a traditional vocabulary of an Ukrainian, that differs from vocabulary of average American. It would be nice to explore it.
Positive words and vague promises. THE words and expressions to use when you want to win over the masses or just don't know what to say.
"CAPITAL" stands for the administrative capital...
Words that, as I see it, have some fond connection to the Alice stories through their creation or particular use by Lewis Carroll. I mean to tie them all together with contexty comments!
The new favourite words of people on Twitter.
A script searches Twitter for "X is my new favorite word" and adds it to this list.
unfathomably, glice, cuh, fab, ciggaty, doll, thuggin, oxymoronic, pineapple, succubutt, griming, cheeky and 2369 more...
level 4 speaking week 1
Very basic words for ESL students.
Looking for tweets for ambition.


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Don't Slip Up: 5 Common Sex Lube Mistakes Men Need to Avoid
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Sex lube can make a great sexual experience into an unforgettable pleasurable moment for two people. It can reduce discomfort, increase sensitivity, and enhance intimacy. However, using intimacy lube is not as simple as applying it and getting to the act. Men, in particular, make some common mistakes that can ruin the mood and, in some cases, harm their health. Here are some of the lube mistakes men need to avoid.
Not all sex lubes are created equal. Some are water-based, others are silicone-based, or oil-based. Each type of lube has its pros and cons, and it's essential to choose the right one for the occasion.
Water-based lubricants are safe to use with condoms and sex toys, but they tend to dry up and require frequent reapplication. Silicone-based lubes, on the other hand, are longer-lasting and provide a silky-smooth feel, but they can damage silicone sex toys and are not safe to use with silicone-based condoms.
Oil-based lubes, such as coconut oil, are natural and can be used with most sex toys, but they break down latex condoms and can cause vaginal infections. It's crucial to read the label and choose the appropriate lube for the activity and the partners involved.
Recommended Reading: Lube 101: Choosing the Right Type of Lube for More Pleasurable Sex
Intimacy lubes can contain a variety of ingredients that some people may be allergic to, such as glycerin, parabens, and propylene glycol. Before using a new lube, it's essential to test it on a small patch of skin to see if there is any reaction. Allergic reactions can cause itching, burning, and rashes, which can be uncomfortable and painful.
It's also a good idea to avoid flavored and scented lubes, as they can contain additional ingredients that may cause allergies, irritations and vaginal infections such as Bacterial Vaginosis.
One of the most common mistakes men make is not using enough sex lube. Applying too little lube can cause friction, discomfort, and even pain. It's essential to use enough lube to ensure a smooth and pleasurable experience for both parties. As a general rule, a quarter-sized drop of lube is a good place to start, but more may be needed depending on the sexual activity such as anal sex. It's also important to reapply lube as needed to maintain the desired level of lubrication.
Sex lube is not a substitute for foreplay. It's essential to engage in a sufficient amount of foreplay to allow the womens body to produce natural lubrication. Skipping foreplay and relying solely on lube can reduce sensitivity and lead to a less pleasurable experience. Foreplay can include kissing, touching, oral sex, and other forms of stimulation that can enhance arousal and prepare the body for intercourse by bringing blood to the genitals. Lube can be used in conjunction with foreplay to provide additional lubrication and enhance sensitivity.
After having sex, cleaning up properly is crucial to avoid infections and irritation. Lube can be messy and can leave residue on the skin and sheets. If you can, try to use a sex lube that leaves no residue on bed linen or clothes.
It's essential to wipe off excess lube with a towel or tissue and wash the area with soap and water. It's also a good idea to clean sex toys and other objects that came into contact with lube to avoid bacteria buildup. If using a condom, it's important to dispose of it properly and wash your hands thoroughly.
Using intimacy lube can enhance the sexual experience, but it's essential to use it correctly. Men need to avoid common mistakes such as using the wrong lube, not testing for allergies, not using enough lube, using lube as a substitute for foreplay, and not cleaning up properly. By following these tips, men can ensure a smooth, pleasurable, and safe sexual experience.
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the Main Frontal Thrust by major earthquakes (M≥8) that occurred in the past 1000 years. Between 89°E and 92°E, the MFT runs along the southern border of the Kingdom of Bhutan where no reliable historical record of major earthquakes exists (one strong historical earthquake would have occurred in 1713 after a Tibetan eyewitness reports). However, recent paleoseismic investigations in Nepal and on both side of Bhutan border suggest that a great earthquake may have ruptured a 700 to 800 km long section of the MFT during a single event around AD 1100. In December 2012, we carried out a first morphotectonic and paleosismologic study within two sites (Sarpang, Gelephu) along the MFT in central Bhutan. We identified several sequences of abandoned fluvial terraces that have been uplifted along the fault. From a kinematic GPS survey, we estimated that the oldest terrace sequence (T2) has a cumulative offset of 53.6 × 2.3 m. A younger sequence (T1) shows offsets of 4.5 × 0.5 m on the lower terrace (T1a) and 7.9 × 0.5 m on the upper one (T1b). The uplift on T1b may cumulate the vertical components of the two last seismic events that would have produced each a vertical offset of several meters. These preliminary observations suggest that the latest seismic event as well as the penultimate event correspond to two major seismic events with magnitudes greater than M8. After 14C dating (charcoals in sands on top of T1 terraces sequence), these two last seismic events occurred after 1000 AD. The youngest event may correspond to the historical event reported in 1713 AD, while the penultimate event could correspond the great medieval earthquake observed in trenches East and West of Bhutan
 6. A Near-Infrared Imaging Survey of the Lupus 3 Dark Cloud: A Modest Cluster of Low-Mass, Pre-Main-Sequence Stars
 NASA Astrophysics Data System (ADS)
 Nakajima, Yasushi; Tamura, Motohide; Oasa, Yumiko; Nakajima, Tadashi
 2000-02-01
 We present the first report on results of a near-infrared imaging survey of the Lupus 3 dark cloud. This cloud is known to be associated with a modest cluster of T Tauri stars from a previous optical Hα emission-line star survey. The survey covers 7'x11', which corresponds to a projected area of ~0.35x0.55 pc at a distance of 150 pc. Mapping was carried out at J, H, and Ks, to 10 σ limiting magnitudes of J=17.0, H=16.5, and Ks=15.5. A total of 229 sources brighter than Ks<15.8 were detected at all bands with a 90% completeness limit. Source classification is performed based on the near-infrared colors. Ten sources are candidates of Lada's Class II pre-main-sequence (PMS) stars, as they have a color excess that cannot be explained by reddening resulting from interstellar dust. We also identified 11 Class I-like candidates that were not detected at J and have a large color excess (H-Ks>=2), which is unlikely to arise from extinction in the Lupus dark cloud. There are four subclusters in this survey area of which three are embedded and mainly consist of the Class I-like candidates. The average density of PMS stars is around 500 pc-3, suggesting the presence of a modest cluster of embedded PMS stars. We estimate masses of the Class II candidates with aid of an evolutionary model of PMS stars. Ten of them have masses less than 0.08 Msolar if we assume their age to be 106 yr. Hence, we consider them to be young brown dwarf (YBD) candidates. The relative population of YBDs in the Lupus 3 dark cloud is larger than in the Taurus.
 7. Distinctive patterns of age-dependent hypomethylation in interspersed repetitive sequences.
 PubMed
 Jintaridth, Pornrutsami; Mutirangura, Apiwat
 2010-04-01
 Interspersed repetitive sequences (IRSs) are a major contributor to genome size and may contribute to cellular functions. IRSs are subdivided according to size and functionally related structures into short interspersed elements, long interspersed elements (LINEs), DNA transposons, and LTR-retrotransposons. Many IRSs may produce RNA and regulate genes by a variety of mechanisms. The majority of DNA methylation occurs in IRSs and is believed to suppress IRS activities. Global hypomethylation, or the loss of genome-wide methylation, is a common epigenetic event not only in senescent cells but also in cancer cells. Loss of LINE-1 methylation has been characterized in many cancers. Here, we evaluated the methylation levels of peripheral blood mononuclear cells of LINE-1, Alu, and human endogenous retrovirus K (HERV-K) in 177 samples obtained from volunteers between 20 and 88 yr of age. Age was negatively associated with methylation levels of Alu (r = -0.452, P < 10(-3)) and HERV-K (r = -0.326, P < 10(-3)) but not LINE-1 (r = 0.145, P = 0.055). Loss of methylation of Alu occurred during ages 34-68 yr, and loss of methylation of HERV-K occurred during ages 40-63 yr and again during ages 64-83 yr. Interestingly, methylation of Alu and LINE-1 are directly associated, particularly at ages 49 yr and older (r = 0.49, P < 10(-3)). Therefore, only some types of IRSs lose methylation at certain ages. Moreover, Alu and HERV-K become hypomethylated differently. Finally, there may be several mechanisms of global methylation. However, not all of these mechanisms are age-dependent. This finding may lead to a better understanding of not only the biological causes and consequences of genome-wide hypomethylation but also the role of IRSs in the aging process.
 8. Aging as accelerated accumulation of somatic variants: whole-genome sequencing of centenarian and middle-aged monozygotic twin pairs.
 PubMed
 Ye, Kai; Beekman, Marian; Lameijer, Eric-Wubbo; Zhang, Yanju; Moed, Matthijs H; van den Akker, Erik B; Deelen, Joris; Houwing-Duistermaat, Jeanine J; Kremer, Dennis; Anvar, Seyed Yahya; Laros, Jeroen F J; Jones, David; Raine, Keiran; Blackburne, Ben; Potluri, Shobha; Long, Quan; Guryev, Victor; van der Breggen, Ruud; Westendorp, Rudi G J; 't Hoen, Peter A C; den Dunnen, Johan; van Ommen, Gert Jan B; Willemsen, Gonneke; Pitts, Steven J; Cox, David R; Ning, Zemin; Boomsma, Dorret I; Slagboom, P Eline
 2013-12-01
 It has been postulated that aging is the consequence of an accelerated accumulation of somatic DNA mutations and that subsequent errors in the primary structure of proteins ultimately reach levels sufficient to affect organismal functions. The technical limitations of detecting somatic changes and the lack of insight about the minimum level of erroneous proteins to cause an error catastrophe hampered any firm conclusions on these theories. In this study, we sequenced the whole genome of DNA in whole blood of two pairs of monozygotic (MZ) twins, 40 and 100 years old, by two independent next-generation sequencing (NGS) platforms (Illumina and Complete Genomics). Potentially discordant single-base substitutions supported by both platforms were validated extensively by Sanger, Roche 454, and Ion Torrent sequencing. We demonstrate that the genomes of the two twin pairs are germ-line identical between co-twins, and that the genomes of the 100-year-old MZ twins are discerned by eight confirmed somatic single-base substitutions, five of which are within introns. Putative somatic variation between the 40-year-old twins was not confirmed in the validation phase. We conclude from this systematic effort that by using two independent NGS platforms, somatic single nucleotide substitutions can be detected, and that a century of life did not result in a large number of detectable somatic mutations in blood. The low number of somatic variants observed by using two NGS platforms might provide a framework for detecting disease-related somatic variants in phenotypically discordant MZ twins. PMID:24182360
 9. DNA sequence variability of IGHG3 alleles associated to the main G3m haplotypes in human populations.
 PubMed
 Dard, P; Lefranc, M P; Osipova, L; Sanchez-Mazas, A
 2001-10-01
 The present study investigates the molecular basis of the G3m polymorphism expressed by the heavy constant domains of human immunoglobulins gamma 3 chains. By using a new protocol allowing the specific cloning of IGHG3 genes, a total of 51 full-length IGHG3 genomic


What Is the Meaning of Production System?
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Any method a business uses to turn resources or raw materials into salable goods is a production system. A contractor's methods for building a residential home, a craftsman's studio for creating a work of art and an assembly line for turning out thousands of cheap goods are all production systems. Businesses can keep profits up and costs down by keeping their production systems as efficient as possible.
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There are three different types of production systems: an assembly line or continuous production system, a batch system and a project or one-shot system.
Know Your Production Systems
There are three different types of production systems. An assembly line is a continuous production system: workers take the component of a car engine or electric oven and put them together, engine-after-engine in a steady stream. A batch system, sometimes called a job shop production process, produces a batch of product, then stops. It's typically used for specialty chemicals, tools or other items that don't need an assembly-line level of productivity.
If the production system produces one individual product, it's a project or one-shot system. For an example of production systems of this sort, consider a house, an oil painting or a yacht. Even if a builder erects dozens of houses a year, each house is an individual project.
Production Systems Make Changes
One characteristic all production systems have in common is that they take raw materials or components and transform them into a finished product. In economic theory, the labor of people in the production system and the money that keeps it all going count as part of what's transformed.
Production systems also involve flows of raw materials, equipment and even information, as there's usually paperwork involved. The limits on a production system include its capacity and the quality of the finished product.
Making Production Efficient
A small company or one-person shop may not need a formalized production system. A glassblower who works solo knows their system and doesn't have to explain it to anyone else. As a business grows and adds to its staff, analyzing and streamlining the production system becomes more important. Efficient production systems have several properties:
 - Everyone knows and supports the business strategy behind the production system.
 - The production system is well-documented, making it easier to train new hires and coordinate between different departments. The system is process-dependent, not person-dependent.
 - Everyone is accountable for the system's output, and everyone involved is capable of contributing to it.
 - Management handles changes to the production system effectively.
 - The company has a process in place for identifying best practices and duplicating them.


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Never attempt to any praise or worship dance without
first seeking the Lord in prayer. Before you hit the dance floor, hit the prayer closet! We need to spent our
'quality' time with Him so that He could accomplish His plan through our ministry. The message expressed in the music
should be of great importance when choosing a selection to dance to in a public setting. We are called to praise
and worship with our whole hearts, and we should prayerfully choose a song that we are able to worship with our minds,
spirits, and bodies. Below are just a few of my own suggestions to help you focus on Jesus when lifting up
His name in the dance:
1. Spend time in prayer first. Seek His face and spend time in His
presence. Look to Him to show you if there is anything offensive in His sight, then ask for His mercy and forgiveness
and to cleanse you of your sin. He is faithful and longs to bless us when we seek His face.
2. Learn the words to the song and sing them
while you are dancing. You may even ask the congregation to join you in singing if it's a song that is familar to them so
you would be able to worship as one body of Christ.
3. Spend time doing bible study on the 'idea' expressed in the song (i.e.:
if you pick a song that speaks about God's mercy, sit down with a concordance and soak in exactly how merciful God has been
throughtout the bible. Then meditate on how merciful God has been in your own life).
4. Use colors symbolic of the idea of the song. For instance, if your
song includes words about the blood of Jesus, use the color red to symbolize His blood, or if it speaks about God's redeeming
love, you may wish to choose silver symbolizing redemption.
Color combinations may also express meanings, such as "His Majesty" can be expressed
with red (blood), purple (royalty), and gold (God's glory), or ""His Bride" can be white (purity), silver (redemption), and
pink (right relationships). Mix different color streamers - use two on one wand, or use one streamer in each hand.
Two different color flags may also be used.
Whenever we do anything in the Lord's name, be sure that He is our main focus
and He will always bless us by manifesting His presence and awesome power. He has come to set the captives free!


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The definition of censorious is harshly critical.
Including scholarly commentary and interpretation:
expressing reproof or reproach especially as a corrective
Find another word for reproachful. In this page you can discover 7 synonyms, antonyms, idiomatic expressions, and related words for reproachful, like: disapproving, censorious, scolding, critical, admonitory, admonishing and reproving.


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The objective of this study was to evaluate the effects of reducing forage particle length (FPL) and the inclusion of cottonseed hulls (CSH) on intake, digestibility, chewing activity, and milk production of cows in early lactation. Sixteen multiparous cows averaging 17 ± 3 d in milk and 677 ± 58 kg BW were assigned to one of four 4 × 4 Latin squares. One square contained ruminally cannulated cows to evaluate effects of treatment on rumen fermentation and function. During each of the 23-d periods, cows were offered one of four total mixed rations that differed in particle length (long or short corn silage) and CSH inclusion rate (0 or 8% DM). Dietary treatments were: long no CSH (LGNH), long with CSH (LGH), short no CSH (SHNH), and short with CSH (SHH). Total physically effective NDF content, measured as percentage of NDF greater than 1.18 mm, was similar across diets, but mean particle length decreased with reducing FPL and inclusion of CSH. Dry matter intake was not significantly affected by FPL but was significantly increased with the inclusion of CSH. Decreasing FPL and the inclusion of CSH significantly increased neutral detergent fiber intake. Total chewing activity expressed as minutes per day was unaffected by FPL and the inclusion of CSH. Both eating and ruminating efficiency expressed as minutes per kilogram of neutral detergent fiber intake increased with increasing FPL and decreased with the inclusion of CSH. Milk production did not differ across treatments, but the inclusion of CSH significantly increased percent and yield of milk protein. Reducing FPL tended to reduce percentage milk fat but not yield. Mean ruminal pH was not affected by FPL but was highest on diets containing CSH, even though no treatment effects were observed on total VFA, acetate, or propionate concentration. These results indicate that corn silage FPL is a poor predictor of total chewing time and rumen pH but is useful in understanding factors affecting feeding behavior. In addition, the inclusion of CSH, resulted in increased rumination and mean rumen pH even though effects on VFA concentration were not observed.


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If neither caption, nor sub-caption is defined, this padding does not come into play. xAxisNamePadding Number In Pixels Using this, you can set the distance between the top end of x-axis title and the bottom end of data labels (or canvas, if data labels are not to be shown). yAxisNamePadding Number In Pixels Using this, you can set the distance between the right end of y-axis title and the start of y-axis values (or canvas, if the y-axis values are not to be shown). yAxisValuesPadding Number In Pixels This attribute helps you set the horizontal space between the canvas left edge and the y-axis values or trend line values (on left/right side). This is particularly useful, when you want more space between your canvas and y-axis values. labelPadding Number In Pixels This attribute sets the vertical space between the labels and canvas bottom edge. If you want more space between the canvas and the x-axis labels, you can use this attribute to control it. valuePadding Number In Pixels It sets the vertical space between the end of columns and start of value textboxes. This basically helps you control the space you want between your columns/anchors and the value textboxes. plotSpacePercent Number 0-80 (In Percent) On a column chart, there is spacing defined between two columns. By default, the spacing is set to 20% of canvas width. If you intend to increase or decrease the spacing between columns, you can do so using this attribute. For example, if you wanted all columns to stick to each other without any space in between, you can set plotSpacePercent to 0. Similarly, if you want very thin columns, you can set plotSpacePercent to its max value of 80. chartLeftMargin Number In Pixels Amount of empty space that you want to put on the left side of your chart. Nothing is rendered in this space. chartRightMargin Number In Pixels Amount of empty space that you want to put on the right side of your chart. Nothing is rendered in this space. chartTopMargin Number In Pixels Amount of empty space that you want to put on the top of your chart. Nothing is rendered in this space. chartBottomMargin Number In Pixels Amount of empty space that you want to put on the bottom of your chart. Nothing is rendered in this space. canvasPadding Number In Pixels Allows you to set empty space on the left and right side of columns on the chart canvas element Attribute Name Type Range Description label String This attribute determines the label for the data item. The label appears on the x-axis of chart. value Number Numerical value for the data item. This value would be plotted on the chart. displayValue String If instead of the numerical value of this data, you wish to display a custom string value, you can specify the same here. Examples are annotation for a data item etc. color Color Hex Code If you want to define your own colors for the data items on chart, use this attribute to specify color for the data item. This attribute accepts hex color codes without #. link String You can define links for individual data items. That enables the end user to click on data items (columns, lines, bars etc.) and drill down to other pages. To define the link for data items, use the link attribute. You can define links that open in same window, new window, pop-up window or frames. Please see "Advanced Charting > Drill Down Charts" for more information. Also, you'll need to URL Encode all the special characters (like ? and &) present in the link. toolText String By default, FusionCharts shows the data item name and value as tool tip text for that data item. But, if you want to display more information for the data item as tool tip, you can use this attribute to specify the same. showLabel Boolean 0/1 You can individually opt to show/hide labels of individual data items using this attribute. showValue Boolean 0/1 You can individually opt to show/hide values of individual data items using this attribute. alpha Number 0-100 This attribute determines the transparency of a data item. The range for this attribute is 0 to 100. 0 means complete transparency (the data item won 抰 be shown on the graph) and 100 means opaque. Vertical data separator lines Attribute Name Type Range Description color Color Hex Color This attribute defines the color of vertical separator line. thickness Number In Pixels Thickness in pixels of the vertical separator line. alpha Number 0-100 Alpha of the vertical separator line. dashed Boolean 0/1 Whether the vertical separator line should appear as dashed? dashLen Number In Pixels If the vertical separator line is to appear as dashed, this attribute defines the length of dash. dashGap Number In Pixels If the vertical separator line is to appear as dashed, this attribute defines the length of dash gap. Trend-lines Attribute Name Type Range Description startValue Number Numeric Value The starting value for the trendline. Say, if you want to plot a slanted trendline from value 102 to 109, the startValue would be 102. endValue Number Numeric Value The ending y-axis value for the trendline. 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When you don't supply this attribute, it automatically takes the value of startValue. color String Hex Code Color of the trend line and its associated text. isTrendZone Boolean 0/1 Whether the trend would display a line, or a zone (filled colored rectangle). thickness Number In Pixels If you've opted to show the trend as a line, this attribute lets you define the thickness of trend line. alpha Number 0-100 Alpha of the trend line. dashed Boolean 0/1 If you've opted to show the trend as a line, this attribute lets you define whether the trend line would appear as dashed? dashLen Number In Pixels If you've opted to show trend line as dash, this attribute lets you control the length of each dash. dashGap Number In Pixels If you've opted to show trend line as dash, this attribute lets you control the length of each dash gap. valueOnRight Boolean 0/1 Whether to show the trend line value on left side or right side of chart? 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Have you ever looked down at your pup's droppings and said to yourself "Wow, that's an odd color." Your pup's poop can come in a variety of colors, each with their own story to tell you. As a pup owner, studying your pup's poop is important to ensure that they remain healthy. So when you discover that your pup has pooped the color orange, you have to ask "what does it mean?"
Your pup's poop is naturally darker on the outside and light on the inside. A healthy pup's droppings will normally be a tan or brown color when they first unload. So if you notice that your pup has left a few orange droppings behind them, there are two possibilities to consider.
Is it something he ate?
Often times orange poop will be the outcome of certain things they ate. A change in diet or new treats can affect the tone of their droppings. Usually if the color shows up once and then disappears, it is likely that your pup's diet has changed, or perhaps even a neighbor has slipped them a treat.
If your pup's droppings are dark orange or continuously orange in color, this may be signs of intestinal problems. Some infections can cause internal bleeding, and though most times a pup's poop will be black or extreme brown when this happens, bleeding in the lower intestines can lead to fresh blood in the stool, giving it an orange color. Along with infections, parasites such as worms can also damage your pup's digestive track. If you suspect that this is a problem, take your pup to the vet immediately.
Remember to always keep track of your pup's poop, whether on walks, in the yard or in their litter box. Droppings come in all different sizes and consistencies, so those must also be factored into your analysis. You don't want to jump to conclusions, but it is always better to be safe than sorry.
So next time you take your pup out for their daily walk, stop and check out their droppings, (you should pick it up to be polite to your neighbor too) and make sure that your pup's health is in tip-top shape.


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DCS: Combined Arms gives you control of ground forces during the battle. Use the Command Map to move ground forces, set artillery fire missions, and control the ground battle. Assume the role of a Joint Terminal Attack Controller (JTAC) in multiplayer and designate targets for player-controlled close air support aircraft, or directly control armor vehicles or air defense weapons and engage the enemy.
Play DCS: Combined Arms as a real time strategy game, a first person armor warfare game, or direct the ground battle from the cockpit of a DCS aircraft like the A-10C Warthog, Ka-50 Black Shark, or P-51D Mustang.
DCS: Combined Arms supports both single player and multiplayer gameplay. When in multiplayer, different players can take on different roles such as artillery commanders, tank commanders, pilots, JTACS, etc. DCS: Combined Arms allows you full control of the battle. All roles can be changed dynamically during the battle.
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Jounce
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In physics, jounce or snap is the fourth derivative of the position vector with respect to time, with the first, second, and third derivatives being velocity, acceleration, and jerk, respectively; in other words, the jounce is the rate of change of the jerk with respect to time. Jounce is defined by any of the following equivalent expressions:
\vec s =\frac {d \vec j} {dt}=\frac {d^2 \vec a} {dt^2}=\frac {d^3 \vec v} {dt^3}=\frac {d^4 \vec r} {dt^4}
The following equations are used for constant jounce:
\vec j = \vec j_0 + \vec s \,t
\vec a = \vec a_0 + \vec j_0 \,t + \frac{1}{2} \vec s \,t^2
\vec v = \vec v_0 + \vec a_0 \,t + \frac{1}{2} \vec j_0 \,t^2 + \frac{1}{6} \vec s \,t^3
\vec r = \vec r_0 + \vec v_0 \,t + \frac{1}{2} \vec a_0 \,t^2 + \frac{1}{6} \vec j_0 \,t^3 + \frac{1}{24} \vec s \,t^4
where
\vec s : constant jounce,
\vec j_0 : initial jerk,
\vec j : final jerk,
\vec a_0 : initial acceleration,
\vec a : final acceleration,
\vec v_0 : initial velocity,
\vec v : final velocity,
\vec r_0 : initial position,
\vec r : final position,
t : time between initial and final states.
The notation \vec s (used in [1]) is not to be confused with the displacement vector commonly denoted similarly. Currently, there are no well-accepted designations for the derivatives of jounce. The fourth, fifth and sixth derivatives of position as a function of time are "sometimes somewhat facetiously"[1][2] referred to as Snap, Crackle and Pop respectively. Because higher-order derivatives are not commonly useful, there has been no consensus among physicists on the proper names for derivatives above jounce.[2] Despite this, physicists have proposed other names such as "Lock", "Drop", "Shot" and "Put" for higher-ordered derivatives.
The dimensions of jounce are distance per (time to the power of 4). In SI units, this is "metres per quartic second", "metres per second per second per second per second", m/s4, m · s−4, or 100 Gal per second squared in CGS units. This pattern continues for higher order derivatives, with the 5th being m/s5.
References[edit]
 1. ^ a b Visser, Matt (2004-07-24). "Jerk, Snap, and the Cosmological Equation of State". Classical and Quantum Gravity 21 (11): 2603–2616. arXiv:gr-qc/_PHONE_. Bibcode:2004CQGra..21.2603V. doi:10.1088/0264-9381/21/11/006.
 2. ^ a b Gragert, Stephanie (November 1998). "What is the term used for the third derivative of position?". Usenet Physics and Relativity FAQ. Math Dept., University of California, Riverside. Retrieved 2008-03-12.
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Scarlet-chested Parrot (Neophema splendida) - Wiki
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[Photo] Neophema pulchella, ru:Травяной попугайчик красногрудый. Splendid grass parakeet or scarlet-chested parrot. Source: _URL_ Author FNature.
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The Scarlet-chested Parrot
), known alternately as Scarlet-breasted parrot
, Orange-throated parrot
or Splendid parrot
, is a parrot
endemic to central South Australia and inland southern Western Australia.
has many mutations including the par blue, sea green and white breasted.
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The plant that doesn't feel the cold
7 January 2010
Scientists at the John Innes Centre, an institute of BBSRC, have discovered that plants have a built-in thermometer that they use to control their development.
Plants are exposed to huge variations in temperature through the seasons as well as big differences between night and day. To cope with this, they sense the temperature around them, and adjust their growth accordingly. Publishing in the journal Cell, they have now identified a thermometer gene, which could be crucial for breeding crops able to cope with the effects of climate change.
Plants can sense differences of just 1ºC, and climate change has already had significant effects, bringing forward when some plants flower and changing global distributions of species. While the effect of temperature on plants has been known for hundreds of years, it has been a mystery until now how temperature is sensed.
To solve this problem, Vinod Kumar and Phil Wigge at the John Innes Centre looked at all of the genes in the model plant Arabidopsis to see which are switched on by warmer temperature. They connected one of these genes to a luminescent gene to create plants that give off light when the temperature is increased. In this way, the team could screen for mutants that could no longer sense the proper temperature. One mutant was particularly interesting, since it lost the ability to sense temperature correctly. The plant behaved as though it was hot all the time, and the scientists could see this as the plant was luminescent when it was warm and cold.
"It was amazing to see the plants," said Dr Vinod Kumar, who discovered the mutant plant. "They grew like plants at high temperature even when we turned the temperature right down."
This plant has a single defect that affects how a special version of a histone protein works. Histone proteins bind to DNA and wrap it around them, and so control which genes are switched on. Remarkably, when this specialised histone is no longer incorporated into DNA, plants express all their genes as if they are at a high temperature, even when it is cold. This told the scientists that this specialised histone is a key regulator of temperature responses.
The histone variant works as a thermometer by binding to the plant's DNA more tightly at lower temperatures, blocking the gene from being switched on. As the temperature increases, the histone loses its grip and starts to drop off the DNA, allowing the gene to be switched on.
The temperature sensing histone variant was found to control a gene that has helped some plant species adapt to climate change by rapidly accelerating their flowering. Species that do not adjust their flowering time are going locally extinct at a high rate. Plants must continually adapt to their environment as they are unable to move around, and understanding how plants use temperature sensing will enable scientists to examine how different species will respond to further increases in global temperatures.
"We may be able to use these genes to change how crops sense temperature," said Dr Wigge. "If we can do that then we may be able to breed crops that are resistant to climate change."
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Reference: H2A.Z-Containing Nucleosomes Mediate the Thermosensory Response in Arabidopsis Vinod Kumar and Philip Wigge, Cell 2010, 140(1) to be published 8 January 2010
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of a medal when it is not appropriate to wear the actual medal. Each country's government has its own rules on what ribbons can be worn in what circumstances and in which order; this is defined in an official document and is called "the order of precedence" or "the order of wearing." In some countries, some awards are "ribbon only," having no associated medal. According to the Defense Logistics Agency, the U. S. military's standard size for a ribbon bar is 1 3/8 in wide, 3/8 inches tall, with a thickness of 0.8mm. The service ribbon for a specific medal is identical to the suspension ribbon on the medal. For example, the suspension and service ribbon for the U. S. government's Purple Heart medal is purple with a white vertical stripe at each end. However, there are some military awards that do not have a suspension ribbon, but have an authorized ribbon and unit award emblem.
The Soviet Order of Victory is a badge, worn on the military parade uniform. However, a ribbon bar representing the Order of Victory was worn on a military field uniform. Ribbon bars come in a variety of colors. In the case of the U. S. military, it maintains a specific list of colors used on its ribbons, based on the Pantone Matching System and Federal Standard 595 color systems: There is a variety of constructions of service ribbons. In some countries, service ribbons are mounted on a "pin backing", which can be pushed through the fabric of a uniform and secured, with fasteners, on the inside edge; these ribbons can be individually secured and lined up, or they can be all mounted on to a single fastener. After the Second World War, it was common for all ribbons to be mounted on a single metal bar and worn in a manner similar to a brooch. Other methods of wearing have included physically sewing each service ribbon onto the uniform garments. "Orders of wearing" define which ribbons may be worn on which types of uniform in which positions under which circumstances.
For example, miniature medals on dinner dress, full medals on parade dress, ribbons on dress shirts, but no decorations on combat dress and working clothing. Some countries maintain a standard practice of wearing full service ribbons on combat utility clothing. Others prohibit this; these regulations are similar to the regulations regarding display of rank insignia and regulations regarding saluting of more senior ranks. The reasoning for such regulations is to prevent these displays from enabling opposing forces to identify persons of higher rank and therefore aid them in choosing targets which will have a larger impact on the battlefield. In times of war, it is not uncommon for commanders and other high value individuals to wear no markings on their uniforms and wear clothing and insignia of a lower ranking soldier. Service medals and ribbons are worn in rows on the left side of the chest. In certain commemorative and/ or memorial circumstances, a relative may wear the medals or ribbons of a dead relative on the right side of the chest.
Medals and ribbons not mentioned in the "Order of wear" are generally worn on the right side of the chest. Sequencing of the ribbons depends on each country's regulations. In the United States, for example, those with the highest status—typically awarded for heroism or distinguished service—are placed at the top of the display, while foreign decorations are last in the bottom rows; when medals are worn, ribbons with no corresponding medals are worn on the right side. The study and collection of ribbons, among other military decorations, is known as phaleristics. Keith Payne, VC, OAMHis Excellency General The Honourable Sir Peter Cosgrove, AK, MC Sir Hans Jesper Helsø former General and Chief of Defence. Ecuadorian General of the Army Paco Moncayo Generalfeldmarschall Wilhelm Keitel Admiral of the Fleet Louis Mountbatten, 1st Earl Mountbatten of Burma In the U. S. military, the different services have different methods of wearing ribbon bars. In the U. S. Navy, they are worn in rows of three with no spacing between rows.
For U. S. Navy members who have three or more ribbons, they can elect to wear only their three highest-ranked ones instead of all of them. In the U. S. Marine Corps, they can be worn with optional staggering. In the U. S. Army staggered with spacing in between rows. A U. S. serviceman's complete ribbon display is referred to colloquially as a "ribbon rack" or "rack" for short. Field Marshal S. H. F. J. Manekshaw Phaleristics Order List of military decorations List of prizes and awards Awards and decorations of the United States military Danish service ribbons
The Purple Heart is a United States military decoration awarded in the name of the president to those wounded or killed while serving, on or after April 5, 1917, with the U. S. military. With its forerunner, the Badge of Military Merit, which took the form of a heart made of purple cloth, the Purple Heart is the oldest military award still given to U. S. military members – the only earlier award being the obsolete Fidelity Medallion. The National Purple Heart Hall of Honor is located in New York; the original Purple Heart, designated as the Badge of Military Merit, was established by George Washington – the commander-in-chief of the Continental Army – by order from his Newburgh, New York headquarters on August 7, 1782. The Badge of Military Merit was only awarded to three Revolutionary War soldiers by Gen. George Washington himself. General Washington authorized his subordinate officers to issue Badges of Merit as appropriate. From on, as its legend grew, so did its appearance. Although never abolished, the award of the badge was not proposed again until after World War I.
On October 10, 1927, Army Chief of Staff General Charles Pelot Summerall directed that a draft bill be sent to Congress "to revive the Badge of Military Merit". The bill was withdrawn and action on the case ceased January 3, 1928, but the office of the Adjutant General was instructed to file all materials collected for possible future use. A number of private interests sought to have the medal re-instituted in the Army. On January 7, 1931, Summerall's successor, General Douglas MacArthur, confidentially reopened work on a new design, involving the Washington Commission of Fine Arts. Elizabeth Will, an Army heraldic specialist in the Office of the Quartermaster General, was named to redesign the newly revived medal, which became known as the Purple Heart. Using general specifications provided to her, Will created the design sketch for the present medal of the Purple Heart; the new design, which exhibits a bust and profile of George Washington, was issued on the bicentennial of Washington's birth.
Will's obituary, in the edition of February 8, 1975 of The Washington Post newspaper, reflects her many contributions to military heraldry. The Commission of Fine Arts solicited plaster models from three leading sculptors for the medal, selecting that of John R. Sinnock of the Philadelphia Mint in May 1931. By Executive Order of the President of the United States, the Purple Heart was revived on the 200th Anniversary of George Washington's birth, out of respect to his memory and military achievements, by War Department General Order No. 3, dated February 22, 1932. The criteria were announced in a War Department circular dated February 22, 1932, authorized award to soldiers, upon their request, awarded the Meritorious Service Citation Certificate, Army Wound Ribbon, or were authorized to wear Wound Chevrons subsequent to April 5, 1917, the day before the United States entered World War I; the first Purple Heart was awarded to MacArthur. During the early period of American involvement in World War II, the Purple Heart was awarded both for wounds received in action against the enemy and for meritorious performance of duty.
With the establishment of the Legion of Merit, by an Act of Congress, the practice of awarding the Purple Heart for meritorious service was discontinued. By Executive Order 9277, dated December 3, 1942, the decoration was applied to all services; this executive order authorized the award only for wounds received. For both military and civilian personnel during the World War II era, to meet eligibility for the Purple Heart, AR 600-45, dated September 22, 1943, May 3, 1944, required identification of circumstances. After the award was re-authorized in 1932 some U. S. Army wounded from conflicts prior to the first World War applied for, were awarded, the Purple Heart: "...veterans of the Civil War and Indian Wars, as well as the Spanish–American War, China Relief Expedition, Philippine Insurrection were awarded the Purple Heart. This is because the original regulations governing the award of the Purple Heart, published by the Army in 1932, provided that any soldier, wounded in any conflict involving U.
S. Army personnel might apply for the new medal. There were but two requirements: the applicant had to be alive at the time of application and he had to prove that he had received a wound that necessitated treatment by a medical officer."Subject to approval of the Secretary of Defense, Executive Order 10409, dated February 12, 1952, revised authorizations to include the Service Secretaries. Dated April 25, 1962, Executive Order 11016, included provisions for posthumous award of the Purple Heart. Dated February 23, 1984, Executive Order 12464, authorized award of the Purple Heart as a result of terrorist attacks, or while serving as part of a peacekeeping force, subsequent to March 28, 1973. On June 13, 1985, the Senate approved an amendment to the 1985 Defense Authorization Bill, which changed the precedence of the Purple Heart award, from above the Good Conduct Medal to above the Meritorious Service Medals. Public Law 99-145 authorized the award for wounds received as a result of friendly fire.
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Last month I spend some time on migrating an Azure PAYG subscription to an Azure CSP subscription. It seems like moving around some resources between resource groups is not that complex but I ran into some issues during the move which made me write down this post.
Before we start with the actual migration you should first draft a plan based on the different type of resources in you Azure subscription. I have used the following approach:
In this step we collect all the information of the current subscription. You can use the following tools and steps to get the information:
- Use the Azure CSP Migration Assessment tool. This will give you a good overview of which resources can be migrated, which require some extra action and which cannot be moved. The output is something similar to this:


text: Globally abundant wave energy for power generation attracts ever increasing attention. Because of non-linear dynamics and potential uncertainties in ocean energy conversion systems, generation productivity needs to be increased by applying robust control algorithms. This paper focuses on control strategies for a small ocean energy conversion system based on a direct driven permanent magnet synchronous generator (PMSG). It evaluates the performance of two kinds of control strategies, i.e., traditional field-oriented control (FOC) and robust adaptive control. The proposed adaptive control successfully achieves maximum velocity and stable power production, with reduced speed tracking error and system response time. The adaptive control also guarantees global system stability and its superiority over FOC by using a non-linear back-stepping control technique offering a better optimization solution. The robustness of the ocean energy conversion system is further enhanced by investigating the Lyapunov method and the use of a DC-DC boost converter. To overcome system complexity, turbine-generator based power take-off (PTO) is considered. A Matlab/Simulink study verifies the advantages of a non-linear control strategy for an Oscillating Water Column (OWC) based power generation system.


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Peshawar: The Irrigation Department of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) has started work on the rehabilitation of Uch Canal, according to a publication. The project, which is estimated to cost PKR 11,137.6 million, will be completed in June 2019.
Under this project, remodelling of many other canals will be done, while many more tunnels will be built to supply water. Furthermore, the KP Government will also amend existing grid stations to increase electricity supply from KV66 to KV132.
Rehabilitation of Uch Canal will provide 400 cusecs of additional water for irrigation purposes. The project will also provide 300 cusecs of drinking water to Peshawar. Additionally, it will also increase the water capacity of Warsak Gravity and Lift Canals.