Knowledge Discovery Metamodel
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Knowledge Discovery Metamodel (KDM) is a publicly available specification from the Object Management Group (OMG). KDM is a common intermediate representation for existing software systems and their operating environments, that defines common metadata required for deep semantic integration of Application Lifecycle Management tools. KDM was designed as the OMG's foundation for software modernization, IT portfolio management and software assurance. KDM uses OMG's Meta-Object Facility to define an XMI interchange format between tools that work with existing software as well as an abstract interface (API) for the next-generation assurance and modernization tools. KDM standardizes existing approaches to knowledge discovery in software engineering artifacts, also known as software mining.
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 - In November 2003, the OMG's Architecture-Driven Modernization Task Force recommended, and the Platform Technical Committee issued, the Knowledge Discovery Metamodel (KDM) RFP. The objective of this RFP was to provide a common repository structure to represent information about existing software assets and their operating environment. The goal of KDM was defined as exchanging information related to transformation of existing software assets. The RFP stated that KDM shall provide the ability to document existing systems, discover reusable components in existing software, support transformations to other languages and to MDA, or enable other potential transformations. The Knowledge Discovery Metamodel will also enable information about existing software artifacts to be exchanged among different tools. This will enable vendors that specialize on certain languages, platforms or types of transformations to deliver customer solutions in conjunction with other vendors.
 - The original KDM RFP is available to OMG members for download.[1]
 - Throughout 2004 and 2005 12 companies collaborated to prepare a joint response to the KDM RFP. More than 30 organizations from 5 countries have contributed to the development and review of the KDM specification.
 - In May 2006, the Team's submission—the Knowledge Discovery Metamodel (KDM) -- moved into the finalization stage of the OMG's standards adoption process. The OMG adopted Specification for KDM became publicly available (OMG document ptc/06-06-07).
 - In March 2007 the KDM Finalization Task Force finished the finalization stage of the OMG's standards adoption process. The formal KDM specification KDM 1.0 is available from OMG.[2]
 - The latest version of the spec was finalized in July 2011, making KDM 1.3 the most recent version.
 - KDM Analytics maintains open portal for KDM news, reference and education materials and tools[3]
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The goal of KDM is to ensure interoperability between tools for maintenance, evolution, assessment and modernization. KDM is defined as a metamodel that can be also viewed as an ontology for describing the key aspects of knowledge related to the various facets of enterprise software. KDM support means investment into the KDM ecosystem – a growing open-standard based cohesive community of tool vendors, service providers, and commercial components.
KDM represents entire enterprise software systems, not just code. KDM is a wide-spectrum entity-relationship representation for describing existing software. KDM represents structural and behavior elements of existing software systems. The key concept of KDM is a container: an entity that owns other entities. This allows KDM to represent existing systems at various degrees of granularity.
KDM defines precise semantic foundation for representing behavior, the so-called micro-KDM. It provides a high-fidelity intermediate representation which can be used, for example, for performing static analysis of existing software systems. micro-KDM is similar in purpose to a virtual machine for KDM, although KDM is not an executable model, or a constraint model, but a representation of existing artifacts for analysis purposes.
KDM facilitates incremental analysis of existing software systems, where the initial KDM representation is analyzed and more pieces of knowledge are extracted and made explicit as KDM to KDM transformation performed entirely within the KDM technology space. The steps of the knowledge extraction process can be performed by tools, and may involve the analyst.
KDM is the uniform language- and platform- independent representation. Its extensibility mechanism allows addition of domain-, application- and implementation-specific knowledge.
Architecture[edit]
Knowledge Discovery Metamodel consists of 12 packages arranged into 4 layers.
KDM packages are arranged into the following four layers:
Infrastructure Layer[edit]
The KDM Infrastructure Layer consists of the Core, kdm, and Source packages which provide a small common core for all other packages, the inventory model of the artifacts of the existing system and full traceability between the meta-model elements as links back to the source code of the artifacts, as well as the uniform extensibility mechanism. The Core package determines several of the patterns that are reused by other KDM packages. Although KDM is a meta-model that uses Meta-Object Facility, there is an alignment between the KDM Core and Resource Description Framework (RDF).
Program Elements Layer[edit]
The Program Elements Layer consists of the Code and Action packages.
 - The Code package represents programming elements as determined by programming languages, for example data types, procedures, classes, methods, variables, etc. This package is similar in purpose to the Common Application Meta-model (CAM) from another OMG specification, called Enterprise Application Integration (EAI). KDM Code package provides greater level of detail and is seamlessly integrated with the architecturally significant views of the software system. Representation of datatypes in KDM is aligned with ISO standard ISO/IEC 11404 (see also General Purpose Datatypes).
 - The Action package captures the low level behavior elements of applications, including detailed control- and data flow between statements. Code and Action package in combination provide a high-fidelity intermediate representation of each component of the enterprise software system
Resource Layer[edit]
The Resource Layer represents the operational environment of the existing software system. It is related to the area of Enterprise Application Integration (EAI).
 - Platform package represents the operating environment of the software, related to the operating system, middleware, etc. including the control flows between components as they are determined by the runtime platform
 - UI package represents the knowledge related to the user interfaces of the existing software system
 - Event package represents the knowledge related to events and state-transition behavior of the existing software system
 - Data package represents the artifacts related to persistent data, such as indexed files, relational databases, and other kinds of data storage. These assets are key to enterprise software as they represent the enterprise metadata. The KDM Data package is aligned with another OMG specification, called Common Warehouse Metamodel (CWM)
Abstractions Layer[edit]
The Abstraction Layer represents domain and application abstractions.
 - Conceptual package represent business domain knowledge and business rules, insofar as this information can be mined from existing applications. These packages are aligned with another OMG specification, called Semantics of Business Vocabulary and Business Rules (SBVR)
 - Structure package describes the meta-model elements for representing the logical organization of the software system into subsystems, layers and components
 - Build package represents the engineering view of the software system
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References[edit]
 1. ^ "document lt/03-11-04". Omg.org. Retrieved 2019-08-05.
 2. ^ "KDM 1.0". Omg.org. 2018-08-01. Retrieved 2019-08-05.
 3. ^ "Overview of the OMG Knowledge Discovery Metamodel (KDM) Spec". Kdmanalytics.com. Retrieved 2019-08-05.
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In Missouri, there are three designations of dental assistants: dental assistants, dental assistants with "expanded functions" designation, and DANB certified dental assistants (CDAs). All levels of assistants help dentists and hygienists with exams and procedures, assistants with "expanded functions" and certifications can perform additional duties and work with less supervision.
How to Become a Dental Assistant in Missouri
Dental assistants can be trained on-the-job, however there are several options that allow additional responsibility in a dental practice and all require additional training and (in the case of CDAs) certification. There is no radiology requirement for assistants in Missouri—assistants can take and process x-rays.
To Become an Assistant with "Expanded Functions":
- Take and pass a state-approved dental assisting basic skills exam.
- Complete a state-approved expanded functions training course.
- Pass a competency exam and provide proof of competency to the Missouri Dental Board.

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Let $(X,\mathcal D)$ be a Hausdorff uniform space and for each Hausdorff uniformity $\mathcal U$ on $X$, $$\mathcal U \subseteq\mathcal D\to \mathcal U =\mathcal D$$
Is $(X,\mathcal D)$ compact?
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The following are equivalent for a Tychonov space $X$:
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 5. The totally bounded uniformities form a complete lattice.
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This is a slip that identifies the parish register for the marriage of Frédéric Cormier and Emma Tétreault (see the related question Finding Actes notariés (Notarial Acts) when Notary's name is known?).
The register is from Notre Dame de (something) in the Diocèse de Saint-Hyacinthe, but I cannot make out the name of the parish. The locality on the record page is Richelieu, Québec.
Using Ancestry's browse function doesn't reveal the name of the parish. I'd like to find a list of parishes in the diocese, or a list of parishes in the Drouin collection, where I could pick out the name of the parish from a list.
The title page of the register:
Wikipedia has an article about Notre-Dame-de-Bon-Secours Chapel in Montreal:
The Notre-Dame-de-Bon-Secours Chapel (chapelle Notre-Dame-de-Bon-Secours, "Our Lady of Good Help") is a church in the district of Old Montreal in Montreal, Quebec. One of the oldest churches in Montreal, it was built in 1771 over the ruins of an earlier chapel.
Does the archive slip say "Notre Dame de Bonsecours"? How can I find out more about where this parish register came from, and where this parish is located?

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Indian Journal of Science and Technology
Year: 2011, Volume: 4, Issue: 4, Pages: 436-439
G. Venkata Subbaiah1* and K. Vijay Kumar Reddy2
1 Department of Mechanical Engineering SV Govt. Polytechnic, Tirupati–517507, India
2 Department of Mechanical Engineering, JNTU College of Engineering, Kukatpally, Hyderabad-535 003, India
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As microelectronics technology steadily packing more chip power into small packages, where balance is an important element of success in this electronic enclosure packaging. The design challenges include thermal management, vibration reduction and balancing reliability and maintainability. The present work, the objective is to design Ethernet switch cabinet/enclosure and the faceplate on which the Ethernet switch enclosure is mounted. Design considerations are made according to equipment requirement and IEEE and IEC standards. Sheet metal module in PRO-E is used to create 3D CAD models. The improvements are made on the basis of the results, using finite element analysis (FEA).
Keywords: Microelectronics technology, electronic enclosure packaging, Ethernet switch.
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I am setting an alarm using an AlarmManager.
The AlarmManager is set with the date that i parse.
I have a getter and setter class that i use to pull the release dates and the name of the items when the list is populated.
How could i go about setting the title of the item when the alarm goes off as a notification?
EDIT: I would like to set a title with the alarm date. I dont know if this is possible.
What i am trying to do is launch a notification with the alarm manager. But i dont know how would identify which item is is.
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What you want to display in the title of the notification just pass that string to the "Ticker" variable in the following code..
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Flies can be a nuisance on any boat, but they can be particularly bothersome during the daytime. Whether you're fishing, sunbathing, or simply enjoying a day on the water, flies buzzing around your boat can be both irritating and distracting. Fortunately, there are several tips and tricks that can help you ward off flies and enjoy your time on the water.
Understanding the Problem
Boat owners and enthusiasts know that flies can be a nuisance when spending time on the water. Understanding the problem can help prevent and control fly infestations on boats.
Boat Environment and Flies
Boats provide the ideal environment for flies to thrive. The combination of water, heat, and organic matter such as food crumbs and spilled drinks creates the perfect breeding ground for flies. Additionally, boats often have many entry points, such as open windows and doors, which allow flies to enter and exit freely.
Why Flies are Attracted to Boats
Flies are attracted to boats for various reasons. One of the primary reasons is the presence of food and organic matter. Boats are often used for cooking and dining, and crumbs and food scraps can attract flies. Additionally, flies are attracted to light, which can be abundant on boats during the daytime. Another reason is the presence of water, which is essential for fly breeding.
Preventing and controlling fly infestations on boats requires a multi-faceted approach that addresses the underlying causes of the problem. The next section will provide tips and tricks for warding off flies on boats during the daytime.
Preventing flies from infesting your boat is the most effective way to keep them away during the daytime. Here are some preventive measures that can help:
Proper Food Storage
Flies are attracted to food, especially if it's left out in the open. Proper food storage is crucial to prevent flies from infesting your boat. Here are some tips:
- Store food in airtight containers to prevent flies from getting in.
- Keep your kitchen area clean and free of food scraps.
- Avoid leaving food out in the open for extended periods.
Regular cleaning is essential to keep your boat free of flies. Here are some tips:
- Clean up spills and crumbs immediately.
- Dispose of garbage properly and regularly.
- Use a disinfectant cleaner to clean your boat regularly.
- Clean your boat's exterior and deck regularly.
When it comes to warding off flies on a boat during the daytime, physical barriers can be an effective solution. Here are two physical barriers that can help keep flies away:
Fly screens are a great way to keep flies out of your boat. They are easy to install and come in a variety of sizes and shapes to fit any window or door. Fly screens work by creating a physical barrier that prevents flies from entering your boat while still allowing fresh air to circulate.
There are several types of fly screens available, including magnetic screens, adhesive screens, and retractable screens. Magnetic screens are the most popular type of fly screen because they are easy to install and remove. Adhesive screens are another option, but they can leave a residue on your boat if not removed properly. Retractable screens are a bit more expensive, but they offer the added benefit of being able to retract when not in use.
Fly traps are another physical barrier that can help keep flies away from your boat. There are many types of fly traps available, including sticky traps, electric traps, and bait traps. Sticky traps work by luring flies to a sticky surface where they become trapped. Electric traps use a light to attract flies and then zap them with an electric current. Bait traps use a lure to attract flies and then trap them inside.
When using fly traps, it's important to place them in areas where flies are likely to congregate, such as near garbage cans or food preparation areas. It's also important to empty and clean the traps regularly to prevent them from becoming a breeding ground for flies.
There are several chemical solutions that can help ward off flies on your boat during the daytime. In this section, we will discuss two main categories of chemical solutions: insect repellents and insecticides.
Insect repellents are a popular choice for keeping flies away. There are several types of insect repellents available, including sprays, lotions, and wipes. When choosing an insect repellent, it is important to look for products that contain DEET, picaridin, or IR3535, as these are the most effective ingredients for repelling flies.
It is important to follow the instructions on the product label when using insect repellents. Be sure to apply the repellent to all exposed skin, and reapply as directed. Keep in mind that insect repellents may not be effective for all types of flies, so it may be necessary to try different products to find one that works best for your needs.
Insecticides are another option for controlling flies on your boat. There are several types of insecticides available, including sprays, foggers, and baits. When using insecticides, it is important to follow the instructions on the product label carefully, as some products may be harmful to humans and pets.
One effective type of insecticide for controlling flies is a residual insecticide. These products are designed to be sprayed on surfaces and can provide long-lasting protection against flies. Another option is a contact insecticide, which is designed to kill flies on contact.
It is important to note that insecticides should be used as a last resort, as they can be harmful to the environment and other wildlife. If possible, try to use non-chemical methods for controlling flies before resorting to insecticides.
There are several natural remedies that can be used to ward off flies on your boat during the daytime. These remedies are effective and safe for both humans and pets. Here are two popular natural remedies:
Essential oils are one of the most effective natural remedies for keeping flies away. They have a strong scent that repels flies and other insects. Some of the most effective essential oils for warding off flies include:
- Peppermint oil
- Eucalyptus oil
- Lavender oil
- Lemongrass oil
- Citronella oil
To use essential oils, simply add a few drops to a diffuser or spray bottle filled with water. Then, spray the mixture around your boat or use the diffuser to spread the scent throughout the area. You can also apply the essential oils directly to your skin or clothing.
Citrus peels are another effective natural remedy for keeping flies away. Flies are repelled by the scent of citrus, so placing citrus peels around your boat can help keep them at bay. Some citrus fruits that work well include:
To use citrus peels, simply place them in areas where flies tend to gather, such as near garbage cans or on your boat's deck. You can also use citrus essential oils to create a spray or diffuser mixture.
In addition to the methods discussed above, there are a few more tips that can help to ward off flies on your boat during the daytime:
- Use a fan: Flies are not strong fliers, and a constant breeze can keep them away. Installing a fan on your boat can help to create a constant airflow that will deter flies from landing.
- Keep garbage covered: Flies are attracted to garbage and other decaying organic matter. Make sure that all garbage on your boat is covered and disposed of regularly to prevent it from attracting flies.
- Use fly paper: Fly paper is a sticky paper that attracts and traps flies. Hang it in areas where flies are likely to congregate, such as near garbage cans or food preparation areas.
- Use essential oils: Essential oils such as citronella, lavender, and peppermint are natural fly repellents. You can add a few drops of these oils to a spray bottle filled with water and spray it on surfaces where flies are likely to land.
- Keep your boat clean: Flies are attracted to dirt and grime, so keeping your boat clean is essential in preventing them from landing. Wipe down surfaces regularly and make sure that food is stored in sealed containers.
In conclusion, warding off flies on a boat during the daytime can be a challenging task, but it is not impossible. With a few simple tips and tricks, boat owners can keep flies at bay and enjoy their time on the water without any unwanted guests.


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Talk: Wednesday 13 April 2016, 7.30 pm, Cottenham Village College, Common Room.
Archaeology, ancient DNA and the horse-human relationship in Prehistory by Mim Bower
Doors open 7.15 pm; meeting begins 7.30 pm
Mim Bower pioneered the use of ancient DNA in archaeology at Cambridge and has an eclectic research career including studies on the spread of agriculture into Europe and the origins of grape varieties, but the bulk of her research has been on the genetic consequences of the domestication of horses. Some of her more notable findings include the discovery of an imposter in the Thoroughbred General Studbook and the characterisation of a gene which predicts speed in race horses. This talk presents the results of a large-scale study of horse genetic diversity across the Eurasian continent and explores the changing nature of the relationship between horses and humans from Prehistory to the present day.
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text: This paper presents a new design to convert spacecraft waste heat to electrical energy. The proposed device utilizes near-field radiative heat transfer incorporated with pyroelectric materials. To generate electricity, the pyroelectric materials are cyclically heated using spacecraft waste heat and cooled by the thermal environment of deep space (∼2.7 K). Near-field plane-to-plane radiative heat exchange within the device is calculated using a modified sphere-to-plane asymptotic approximation. This method is superimposed on multiple spheres to approximate a plane-to-plane environment. Silica and lithium fluoride coatings are considered in this study to maximize the near-field heat exchange. The efficiency of the device is 17% and 32% when compared to the Carnot cycle efficiency and the Curzon-Ahlborn efficiency, respectively. Initial results indicate that the device is promising but requires further development before it is manufactured for operational use. Suggestions for possible future developments to enhance the design are presented.


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A block has a volume of 0.600 m^3 and a density of 3.50x10^2 kg/m^3. The block is placed into a container of water of density 1.00x10^3 kg/m^3. Determine the following:
a) Determine the percentage of the block's volume that is above the water when it is placed in the container of water.
b) A second block of density 4.5x10^2 kg/m^3 is placed on top of the original block. This causes the original block to be completely submerged and the second block to be 10% submerged in the water. Determine the volume of the second block
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2024 Space Weather Workshop
April 15-19, 2024 in Boulder, CO
The 2024 Space Weather Workshop will be held in person along with a virtual component, April 15-19, 2024 in Boulder, CO at the Embassy Suites by Hilton Boulder. This meeting will bring together Federal agencies, the academic community, the private sector, and international partners to focus on the diverse impacts of space weather, on forecasting techniques, and on recent scientific advances in understanding and predicting conditions in the space environment.
The workshop addresses the remarkably diverse impacts of space weather on today's technology. The program highlights space weather impacts in several areas including communications, navigation, spacecraft operations, human space exploration, aviation, space traffic coordination, and electric power. The workshop will also focus on the highest priority needs for operational services that can guide future research and new high-value capabilities that can be transitioned into operations. The conference fosters communication among researchers, space weather service providers, commercial services and users of space weather services.
Space Weather Workshop is organized by the University Corporation for Atmospheric Research (UCAR) Cooperative Programs for the Advancement of Earth System Science (CPAESS), along with a community-based organizing committee and co-sponsored by the NOAA Space Weather Prediction Center, the NSF Division of Atmospheric and Geospace Sciences, and the NASA Heliophysics Division.
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In Reflex, a student's fluency percentage is a measure of how well they know their math facts in their current assignment. When a teacher changes a student's assignment, it will effect that student's fluency percentage.
When a student's assignment is changed across assignment groups (Addition and Subtraction to Multiplication and Division or vice versa) the student's beginning fluency is set to 0%. Reflex must then reassess the student in order to determine which facts the student knows fluently in the new assignment.
If a student's assignment is changed within an assignment group (from Multiplication and Division 0-10 to Multiplication and Division 0-12, for example) a student's fluency will appear to drop. Although a student will retain all the facts they mastered in Multiplication and Division 0-10, their fluency percentage goes down because the Multiplication and Division 0-12 assignment contains more facts than the original assignment.


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Have you noticed your ferret trying to chew on the buttons on your remote control or maybe on a flip-flop? If so, don't be surprised - chewing is a completely normal behavior for ferrets. However, ferrets can easily get blockages from ingesting materials that they cannot digest, such as soft rubber. Because it is a natural instinct for ferrets to chew, it is important that you provide safe, ferret specific products for your ferret to chew on. But which items are safe and which aren't?
Unsafe Chew Toys
Never allow your ferret to chew on the following items. They can cause blockages or other damage to your ferret's stomach or intestines. Blockages are a life threatening condition, and they are fatal if not caught and treated by a veterinarian in time.
Rubber is incredibly dangerous for ferrets, which is unfortunate because it is one of their favorite items to chew on. Soft rubber, like the kind that remote control buttons are made from, is especially dangerous because your ferret can easily bite small pieces of it off and swallow them. These pieces can get lodged in the stomach or intestines, and the ferret may or may not be able to pass them. If a full blockage forms in the intestines and is not treated immediately, that section of the intestine will start to die, making your ferret very ill.
While ferrets naturally like to chew on things, they do not chew for the same reason that small pets do. Small pets need wood to chew on to control the constant growth of their teeth throughout their lives. Ferrets are carnivores, and their teeth and jaws were made to chew on meat and bones. If you give a ferret wood to chew on, she could ingest wooden splinters that could damage her stomach and intestines. It is acceptable to give ferrets cage accessories that are made from wood if supervised, but if you see any signs at all that your ferret has been chewing on them, remove them from the cage immediately.
Ferrets only take about four hours to completely digest their food from the time they eat it to the time it leaves their body. This isn't enough time for the rawhide to re-hydrate, and the pieces she eats can form severe blockages in her stomach and intestines. If you have dogs and you give them rawhide, be sure to pick up any pieces lying around before you let your ferrets out to play.
If your ferret accidentally swallows one of the items listed above or any other non-edible item, give her a ferret laxative or hairball remedy immediately. Watch her stool for the next few days, and if she does not pass the unsafe object, schedule a veterinary appointment immediately.
Safe Chew Toys for Ferrets
There are a variety of safe chew toys available for ferrets. They will satisfy your ferret's need to chew, but are completely edible and easy for your ferret to digest.
The chew toys and treats listed below are all completely safe for your ferret to chew on and ingest.
Ferret N-Bones Chew Treats
Ferret N-Bones are all-natural ferret chew treats that are high in protein and fat. Completely edible and digestible, these chew treats are a favorite of ferrets everywhere. They have a delicious chicken flavor, and they meet the specific dietary requirements of ferrets.


Sticky Notes gets updated for Windows Insiders
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Today, Microsoft released an update for the Sticky Notes app. For now, the 1.1.41 version update is only available for the Fast Ring in the Windows Insiders program. Its developers have added support for a compact font size and smaller sizes for mini-notes. But what features does the new version have?
 1. Tracking flights and stocks. If you want to book a flight or are interested in a stock option, you just have to type the flight number or the stock ticker and place the $ symbol in front of it. With the help of Bing, the app will show you what information you need.
 2. Creating Sticky Notes. This is the most basic feature you will find. It offers a smart and easy to use design that makes creating big or small notes a quick task.
 3. Lets you type or write. This useful app allows you to use the Surface Pen with Sticky Notes in order to write your ideas down using your own hands. Or, if you prefer, you can simply type what you need right in the app.
 4. One-click access. You can access Sticky Notes with just one click of the Surface Pen. This will bring up your Windows 10 Ink Workspace in no time, saving you time that would have been spent looking through your apps.
 5. Intelligent features. Sticky Notes now detects phone numbers, emails and addresses. In addition, tap on the highlighted text in order to open another app such as Skype, Mail or Maps.
 6. Create a reminder. Now you have no excuse to forget any note with Cortana. Write down a time or a date on your note and it will be highlighted. Tap on it and a Cortana reminder will be created.
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As indispensable parts of the tanks for oil and chemical storage and transportation, the tank floors have stringent nondestructive testing requirements owing to their severe operating conditions. In this article, a synthetic aperture focusing technology method is proposed for the circumferential scanning of the tank floor outside the tank using ultrasonic guided waves. The magnetostrictive patch transducer (MPT) is designed and manufactured for the generation and receiving of the SH0 mode. Based on the exploding reflector model (ERM), the relationships between guided wave fields at different radii of polar coordinates are derived in the frequency domain. The defect spot is focused when the sound field is calculated at the radius of the defect. Experimental validations are performed for the defect inspection in an iron plate. The angular bandwidth of the defect spot is used as an index for the angular resolution. The results of the proposed method show significant improvement compared to those obtained by the B-scan method, and it is found to be superior to the conventional method—named delay and sum (DAS) in both angular resolution and calculation efficiency.
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Wu, J. ., Tang, Z. ., Lv, F. . & Yang, K. ., (2019) "Circumferential scanning imaging of tank floors using ultrasonic guided waves", Review of Progress in Quantitative Nondestructive Evaluation .


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- The average sea tempeature is 15 °C (59 °F).
- The average temperature in Chios in December is quite mild at 12.5 °C (54.5 °F).
- Afternoons can be mild with average high temperatures reaching 15 °C (59 °F).
- Overnight temperatures are generally quite mild with an average low of 10 °C (50 °F).
- In December the variation/ range of daily average temperatures is 5 °C (9 °F).
- The weather in December is a little damp with rain once in a while. Some 158mm (6.2in) of H2O accrues during an average of 15 days.
- The shortest day is 9:28 long and the longest day is 9:40 long with an average length of 9:31.
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How to Brew Smoked Beer: Rauchbiers, Smoked Stouts, and More
Smoked beer can be polarizing. While some people love it, others can't stand it. Is it an acquired taste? Or are there not enough great quality smoked beers available on the market? We're here to shed some light on this often misunderstood area of brewing.
With many breweries reviving this historic style, smoked beer is becoming increasingly popular. Still though, for the best and freshest versions, you'll need to brew it yourself!
How To Brew A Great Smoked Beer
Fans of Scotch, Southern barbecue, smoky bacon, and smoked salmon should all try brewing a smoked beer. And even if you don't love other smoked food and drinks, smoked beer might bring a new and interesting aspect to your brewing repertoire.
What is a Smoked Beer?
Smoked beers refer to all beers with a smoky flavor. No… the beer isn't put in a smoker like making smoked ribs!
Instead, smoked beer is made with malt that has been dried in wood-fired kilns. This malt absorbs the flavor of the burning wood smoke, which is transferred into beer during the mashing process.
Smoked beer comes in a wide range of flavors, styles, strengths, and colors. The one common thread is the use of smoked malt, in varying percentages.
What is Smoked Malt?
Smoked malt is the key to smoked beer. Interestingly, all beer was once brewed with smoked malt. That's because malted barley was exclusively kilned over wood-fired ovens, where the smoke passed through the malt. This imparted that unmistakable smoky taste in all brewer's malt as it dried.
During the industrial revolution, through the 17th century, coal fired kilns began to replace most wood-fired ones. Smoke from the burning coal was diverted to chimneys, and the residual heat produced by the coal was what was used for drying the malt.
Because of this, smoked flavor was eliminated from nearly all malt. Brewers and consumers alike began enjoying the more neutral flavored malts. The shift allowed brewers to have more flexibility in highlighting hop and yeast expression.
Wood smoked malt was relegated to traditional breweries and specialty beers. Today, several maltsters make specialty smoked malt, and some breweries even produce their own. The largest smoked malt producing maltster is Weyermann, in Bamberg, Germany.
Types of Smoked Malt
Smoked malt is usually malted barley, but smoked wheat malt is also fairly common. Malt can be smoked with any type of wood, but the most commonly available are:
 - Beechwood: Traditional and most common type of smoked malt, often sold as Rauch Malt or Rauchmalz. Very smoky but pleasantly balanced.
 - Oak: Rounded and subtle smoke flavor. Often used for smoked wheat production.
 - Cherrywood: Commonly found in the U.S. Balanced smokiness much like beechwood smoked malt.
 - Peat: High smokiness and an almost acrid flavor. This is what Single Malt whisky is made from for that intensely smoked profile.
Smoked Beer Styles
Smoked Marzen
General in name, Rauchbier directly translates to "smoke beer" from German. In Germany, the term Rauchbier refers to all types of beers made with smoked malt. Confusing perhaps, outside of Germany, Rauchbier generally refers to a specific style of beer: smoked marzen.
Smoked marzen is dark, malty, and very smoky but backed by delicious malt sweetness. Hop bitterness is subdued but present, adding to drinkability. It's a marzen, a classic German lager, but made with nearly 100% smoked malt.
The most quintessential smoked beer, Aecht Schlenkerla Rauchbier Märzen, is world-class and a must-drink for any fan of smoked beer.
Smoked Pale Lager
Less common, but equally delicious, are smoked pale lagers, like smoked helles and smoked pilsner. With all of the thirst-quenching and crisp qualities of the base style, the added layer of smoke creates a delicious new dimension.
Brewed with 40 to 60% smoked malt, smoked pale lagers come across exceptionally smoky due to the subtle base malt and hop flavors. Served cold and highly carbonated, there may be no better pairing for barbecued foods like sausages and pulled-pork.
Grodziskie is a historic smoked beer from Poland. Dating back to the 14th or 15th century, the style is a light and refreshing ale brewed with oak-smoked wheat malt. It's very effervescent and bright, with a rounded body and soft mouthfeel from the wheat malt.
At around 3 to 4% ABV, Grozsikie is similar to Belgian grisette, but brewed with 100% oak-smoked wheat malt and fermented with a clean German ale yeast.
Smoked sour ale – certainly not a beer for everyone. You might be surprised by the complex mix of flavors that Lichtenhainer puts forth. The style originates in Thuringia, Germany and is usually brewed with equal parts pilsner malt, wheat malt and smoked malt.
It's light in body, low in alcohol, pale and refreshing, very much like Berliner Weisse, but not quite as tart. The subtle layer of smoke adds to its drinkability and complexity, creating a very unique and quaffable beer.
Smoked Porter and Smoked Stout
Porters and stouts are common candidates to be smokified. Whether you're brewing a session strength porter or a sticky imperial stout, a bit of smoked malt can complement the roasted and chocolatey malt.
When brewing smoked stouts and porters, be sure to retain some residual sweetness. Too dry, black smoked beers can come across burnt tasting. Using an English yeast, like Wyeast 1318 London Ale III, or incorporating some caramel malts can help soften the mouthfeel.
What makes a good Smoked Beer?
Smoked beer can vary widely in style and level of smokiness. Depending on the brewer's vision, beers can range from very subtly smoked to face-in-a-campfire levels. There are no minimum or maximum thresholds for smokiness.
Generally, smoked beer should be balanced. If it's very smoky, malt sweetness and balanced bitterness should complement those intense flavors. For lightly smoked beers, like smoked pilsner or helles, crisp malt backbone and herbal hoppiness is desirable.
For those unaccustomed to smoked beer, it does take some getting used to. Many people directly associate smoked flavors with food – like bacon or smoked ham – which can be a bit mind-bending in the context of beer.
Per Schlenkerla, the masters of smoked beer:
How to brew Smoked Beer
Brewing smoked beer takes experimentation and an ambitious brewing spirit. Using smoked malt, you need to be willing to accept that the beer might come out a little "too much" or "not enough". The more you brew with smoked malt, the more consistent you'll be able to design recipes.
Generally, smoked beers are not overly hoppy. Assertive hop character can clash with smoked flavor, or the smokiness can overwhelm hoppiness. That said, a smoked NEIPA may be possible with the right mix of ingredients – I've certainly been considering experimenting.
Recipe design
Smoked malt can replace a certain percentage of the base malt from most beer recipes. If you have a favorite helles or pilsner recipe, swap out 40 to 50% of the pilsner malt with smoked malt.
Here's a handy guide that can help with smoked beer recipe decisions:
Style Average Smokiness Smoked Malt % Other Malts Yeast
Smoked Marzen (Rauchbier) ⬤⬤⬤⬤⬤⬤⬤⬤◯◯ 90 – 100% CaraMunich (2%), roasted barley (2%) Lager
Smoked Helles ⬤⬤⬤⬤⬤⬤◯◯◯◯ 20 – 50% Pilsner Lager
Smoked Pilsner ⬤⬤⬤⬤◯◯◯◯◯◯ 10 – 30% Pilsner Lager
Grodziskie ⬤⬤⬤⬤⬤⬤⬤⬤⬤◯ 100% oak-smoked wheat German Ale
Smoked Stout and Porter ⬤⬤⬤⬤⬤◯◯◯◯◯ 15 – 40% Pale malt, roasted barley, chocolate malt, caramel malt Ale or Lager
Lichtenhainer ⬤⬤⬤◯◯◯◯◯◯◯ ~33% Wheat (33%), Pilsner (33%) Lactobacillus and Ale
Recipe: Smoked Pilsner
This is a simple Smoked Pilsner recipe that's a great introduction to the world of smoked brewing. A touch of wheat helps round out the mouthfeel, and a heavy hand of smoked malt comes across smoky but balanced.
It's extremely refreshing and drinkable like a Pilsner, but with a layer of unique smoked complexity.
Final Volume Original Gravity Final Gravity ABV IBU SRM
5 Gallons 1.048 1.008 5.3


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The Splits with Hurdles Template allows users to split distribution cash flow similar to the Split Template, but now adding in a hurdle rate to end the rule. The IMS system currently supports hurdles based on IRR, Equity Multiple, Return of Capital, and Preferred Return. The system will support multiple hurdles such as an IRR of 15% and an Equity Multiple of 1.80x.
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Input Fields:
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Hurdle: Select the appropriate Hurdle: IRR, Equity Multiple, Preferred Return ("its preferred return" will use the pre-set rate specified in class preferences "A preferred return" will allow you to specify a different rate), Return of Capital, or a specific percentage as applicable
Hurdle Rate: Input the applicable hurdle expressed as a percentage
Similar to the Splits Template without hurdles, you can add additional classes to the template by selecting the + button to the right of the splits. You can also have multiple hurdles if you select the plus button. Typical combinations include an IRR Hurdle and Equity Multiple. Once the Class that the Hurdle is tied to has met the required threshold, the system will go on to the next rule.
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If $N_0(x)$ would also attain value $1$ when $x=1$ (i.e. the $<$ would be $\leqslant$), it would just be a shifted version of the rectangular function R(x), which has (if I'm not mistaken) the following Fourier transform ($T=1$ and shifted $1/2$ to the right):
$$\hat{R}(\omega) = e^{-\tfrac{i\omega}{2}}\, \frac{\sin(\omega/2)}{\omega/2}$$
However, I'm not sure if this is helpful in finding $\hat{N_0}(\omega)$, the Fourier transform of $N_0(x)$...
Once I know $\hat{N_0}(\omega)$, it is easy to find the Fourier transforms of higher order uniform B-Splines, since they are (or can be) defined using convolution. Of course, the Fourier transform of a convolution is just a multiplication of the two Fourier transformed functions, therefore:
$$\hat{N_k}(\omega) = \left( \hat{N_0}(\omega) \right)^{k+1}$$
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Since the Fourier transform is defined through an integral, the condition $f=g$ almost everywhere implies $\hat{f} = \hat{g}$. So in this case the Fourier transform of $N_0$ is indeed the same as that of $R$, and your formula is correct, assuming you use the convention $\hat{f}(\omega) = \int_{-\infty}^\infty f(x) e^{-i\omega x} \, dx$ for the Fourier transform.
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Thanks. Somewhere I found stated that $\hat{N_0}(\omega)=\dfrac{1-e^{-i \omega}}{i \omega}$. I'm not quite sure whether this is the same as the function I found -- I'll take a more detailed look at a later time and update my post / add a comment. – Ailurus Oct 21 '12 at 20:11
Yes, that is the same, using the identity $\sin z = \frac{e^{iz} - e^{-iz}}{2i}$ with $z = \omega/2$. – Lukas Geyer Oct 21 '12 at 20:27
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Advanced Rudder Stroke Techniques
The cross bow rudder strokes are similar to the bow rudder strokes. Yet, there is a slight difference. The bow passenger performs this act on the opposite side in which he normally paddles the kayak. The cross bow rudder stroke unlike the bow rudder stroke does not give you the time to switch hands. During this action you must rotate or swivel your body. While in position prepare to swivel your body around toward the opposite direction, and then cross the bow.
At the same time you want to scoop the blade downward toward the water. To avoid ensnaring your hand between the gunwale and blade, make sure you bring the lower hand up, and place it on the shank (shaft) a few inches. Keep the paddle gripped near the armpit (left) and make sure the paddle's blade dips into the water at a 40 degree angle.
Tip: You can use the sweep strokes at a 90-degree angle and reach the same affect you would get from the cross bow rudder method. Sweep strokes are commonly used by kayakers and canoeists to turn the boat slightly without interrupted the direction.
How sweep strokes work? You have choice. The first choice is to push over the bow. The second choice is to drive the kayak forward. The third method is to pull the stern toward the paddle.
How do other types of kayaking strokes work? Well, it depends on the stroke in which many are employed in kayaking. For instance, the stern rudder stroke is similar to the bow rudder strokes. The bow rudder is the process where the bow passenger uses his paddles to steer the boat in the course which he is paddling the kayak. The stern stroke is often utilized when the stern passenger cannot use the J-stroke method to redirect his kayak. Sometimes the direction the kayak is headed needs readjustment, thus the kayaker will employ the stern stroke to redirect the boat. Unlike the bow rudder stroke the person paddling the kayak will reverse his sweep and take a 120-degree angled turn rather than a 40-degree turn.
Tip: If you need to make an immediate turn while kayaking the bow rudder strokes is ideal, yet a draw stroke would be more beneficial if you spotted a obstacle in the waters that could cause damage. The bow rudder strokes will slow the kayak.
Kayaks are sport canoes, which are often lightweight and made of fiberglass. The boats are utilized in whitewater rafting, leisure, and often in competitive sports. The older models were made of animal skin, which *Inuit boats held one or two passengers, which both would use double-blade paddles to control the kayak. Sometimes people use kayaks to travel or race.
Facts: *Inuit is Artic people, or people from Greenland. The members of these lands lived in coastal areas of the Artic, Greenland, and Canada. The languages of Inuit descendants constituted languages of three branches. The branches included the Eskimo Aleut family.
Canoeing has dated back for centuries, which the kayak is a form of canoe. Today, people are enjoying whitewater kayaking, traveling, cruising, and more. In fact, the Internet has posted many sites that offer vacations that include whitewater kayaking. Kayaks are far more dangerous than canoes, since kayaks have closed seating arrangements, which you are often strapped in with knee and thigh straps. If you capsize (flip) the kayak, you had better learn steps to take to save your life.


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The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Nashville District's water managers are reporting that two reservoirs in the Cumberland River Basin did not receive enough rain this spring to reach their traditional summer pool elevations, which could affect recreational activities and more.
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Robert Dillingham, a hydraulic engineer in the Nashville District Water Management Section, says Lake Cumberland and Dale Hollow Lake did not get to their typical summer elevation due to little rain.
"Water managers control outflow, which is discharge through the dam, but inflow is received via rainfall in the watershed," he stated. "In mid-March, reservoir elevations were on target, but rainfall runoff has been unseasonably dry since mid-March and thus reservoir elevations behind Wolf Creek and Dale Hollow Dams will likely not reach the top of their targets this summer."
The Nashville District's four storage reservoirs, which also include Center Hill Lake and J. Percy Priest Lake, each follow a unique seasonal guide curve where reservoir elevations rise in the spring and draw down in the late summer and fall. Water managers perform a balancing act to maintain available storage throughout the spring for flood risk management while also slowly filling the reservoir to capture water for multi-purpose use throughout the rest of the year. While Center Hill Lake and J. Percy Priest Lake did reach their summer pool levels, Lake Cumberland and Dale Hollow Lake did not.
As of June 5, Wolf Creek Dam at Lake Cumberland had a pool elevation of 714.9 feet. The typical target is elevation 723 feet by mid-May. The historical median elevation for early June is 721 feet. In addition, there is not an option to simply "shut off" the flow of water from Wolf Creek Dam to allow it to fill.
More than half the water flowing through Nashville is originally released from Wolf Creek Dam. This water provides clean hydroelectric energy at Wolf Creek Dam and again at four additional hydropower plants as it makes its way towards the Ohio River. Additionally, this water is critically important for water quality, water supply, commercial navigation, recreation, and fish and wildlife habitat throughout the Cumberland River Basin.
Dale Hollow Dam at Dale Hollow Lake on June 5 had a pool elevation of 648.4 feet. The typical target is elevation 651 feet by mid-May. The historical median elevation for early June is 650. Much like at Wolf Creek Dam, releasing water from Dale Hollow must continue as well.
"It would take more than two inches of rainfall in a single rainfall event in the Wolf Creek and Dale Hollow watersheds for the reservoirs to reach summer pool elevations," Dillingham said. "While receiving significant rainfall events are possible during the summer months, it is highly likely that the lakes would not reach these elevations during this recreation season as water will continue to be released from both projects in the meantime."


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Proclamation No. 1156/2019
25th Year No. 89 ADDIS ABABA 5th September, 2019
WHERE AS, it is essential to ensure worker-employer relations are governed by basic principles of rights and obligations with a view to enabling workers and employers to secure durable industrial peace; sustainable productivity and competitiveness through cooperative engagement towards the all-round development of our country;
WHEREAS, it has been found necessary to lay down a working system that guarantees the rights of workers and employers to freely establish their respective associations and to engage, through their duly authorized representatives, in social dialogue and collective bargaining, as well as to draw up procedures for the expeditious settlement of labour disputes, which arise between them;
WHEREAS, there is a need to create favorable environment for investment and achievement of national economic goals without scarifying fundamental workplace rights by laying down well considered labour administration; and determine the duties and responsibilities of governmental organs entrusted with the power to monitor labour conditions; occupational health and safety; and environmental protection together with bilateral and tripartite social dialogue mechanisms; political, economic and social policies of the Country;
WHEREAS, it has been found necessary to reformulate the existing labour law with a view to attaining the aforementioned objectives and in accordance with the and in conformity with the international conventions and other legal commitments to which Ethiopia is a party;
NOW,THEREFORE, in accordance with Article 55 (1) and (3) of the Constitution of the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia, it is hereby proclaimed as follows:
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This Proclamation may be cited as the "Labour Proclamation No.1156/2019".
2. Definitions
In this Proclamation unless the context provides otherwise:
1/ "Employer" means a person or an undertaking who employs one or more natural persons in accordance with Article 4 of this Proclamation.
2/ "Undertaking" means any entity established under a united management for the purpose of carrying on any commercial, industrial, agricultural, construction or any other lawful activity.
Any branch carrying on the activities of an undertaking which is designated separately and which enjoys operational or organizational autonomy shall be deemed to be a separate undertaking.
3/ "Worker" means a person who has an employment relationship with an employer in accordance with Article 4 this Proclamation.
4/ "Ministry" or "Minister" means the Ministry or Minister of Labour and Social Affairs respectively.
5/ "Appropriate authority" means, a Regional state organ vested with the power of implementing labour laws.
6/ "Work rules" means internal rules which govern, subject to the provisions of this Proclamation and other relevant laws, working hours, rest period, payment of wages and methods of measuring work done, maintenance of safety and prevention of accidents, disciplinary measures and their enforcement as well as other conditions of work.
7/ "Condition of work" means the entire field of labour relations between workers and employers including hours of work, wage, leave, payments due to dismissal, workers health and safety, compensation to victims of employment injury, dismissal because of redundancy, grievance procedure and any other similar matters.
8/ "Regional state" means any State referred to in Article 47(1) of the Constitution of Federal
Democratic Republic of Ethiopia, and includes the Addis Ababa and Dire Dawa city administrations.
9/ "Social dialogue" means a process of information exchange, dialogue or negotiation of bilateral or tripartite nature between employer and employees or involving the Government on economic and social issues of mutual interests towards arriving at common understanding.
10/ "Managerial employee" means an employee who, by law or delegation of the employer, is vested with powers to lay down and execute management policies, and depending on the type of activities of the undertaking, with or without the aforementioned powers an employee who is vested with the power to
hire, transfer, suspend, layoff, dismiss or assign employees, and includes a legal service head who recommend measures to be taken by the employer regarding such managerial issues, using his independent judgment, in the interest of the employer.
11/"Sexual harassment" means to persuade or convince another through utterances, signs or any other manner, to submit for sexual favor without his/her consent.
12/ "Sexual violence" means sexual harassment accompanied by force or an attempt thereof.
13/ "private employment agency" (herein after "Agency ") means any legally licensed person, to provide one or two of the following local Employment services without charging directly or indirectly any fee from the worker:
a)Local employment exchange service without being a party to an employment relation; or
b) Deploying of employees under its authority to the service of a service user enterprise, by entering into contract of employments with such employees; or combines both services.
14/ "License" means a certificate to be issued by a competent organ certifying that the entity is qualified to engage in private employment exchange service.
15/ "Discrimination" any distinction, exclusion or preference made on the basis of nation, race, color, sex, religion, political opinion, national extraction, social origin, HIV/AIDS status, disablement and others which has the effect of nullifying or impairing equality of opportunity or treatment in employment or occupation.
16/ "employment of private service" means an employment of a nonprofit careening, cleaning guardianship, gardening, driving and other related services for the employer and his family consumption.
17/ "commercial traveler and Representatives" shall have the meaning prescribed under commercial code.
18/ "Person" means any natural or juridical person.
19/ Provisions of this Proclamation set out in the masculine gender shall also apply to the feminine gender.
3. Scope of Application
1/ Without prejudice to Sub-Article (2) of this
Article, this Proclamation shall be applicable to employment relations based on a contract of employment that exist between a worker and an employer including recruitment process.
2/ This Proclamation shall not, however, be applicable to the following employment relations:
a) contracts for the purpose of upbringing, treatment, care or rehabilitation;
b) contracts for the purpose of educating or training other than apprentice;
c) where the employee is a managerial employee ;
d) contracts of personal service ;
e) contracts relating to persons such as members of the Armed Force, members of the Police Force, employees of state administration, judges of courts of law, prosecutors and others whose employment relationship is governed by special laws;
f) Contracts relating to a person who performs an act, for consideration, at his own business or professional responsibility.
3/ Notwithstanding the provision of Sub-Article(1) of this Article:
a)unless the Council of Ministers by regulation decides, or an international agreement to which Ethiopia is a signatory provides otherwise, employment relations between Ethiopian n a t i o n a l s and foreign diplomatic missions or international organizations operating with in the territory of Ethiopia shall be governed by this Proclamation;
b)the Council of Ministers may, by Regulation, determine the inapplicability of this Proclamation to employment relations established by religious or charitable organizations; c)the Council of Ministers shall issue Regulation governing conditions of work applicable to personal services
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Unusually extreme temperatures scorched the Top End on Sunday, as the mercury soared into the low 40s across some rural areas.
Darwin airport maxed out at 36.9 degrees around an hour after midday, its hottest November day since 2007. However, oppressive humidity meant that it felt more like 41 degrees.
Just inland from Darwin, as usual, it got even hotter. Middle Point, whilst only a relatively short-term site, had its hottest day in 14 years of records, reaching 41.6 degrees.
Despite the heat, no rain or storms came during the afternoon or evening to bring any relief, with the mercury lingering between 29 and 30 degrees into the early hours of Monday morning at Darwin airport.
It has been a long and drawn out buildup this year due to a strong El Nino – with the region recording less than half its average rain since the start of October. Clearer than average skies as a result has allowed heat to build, leading to the unusual temperatures.
Today will be another hot one – reaching 34 degrees in Darwin, and up to the high 30s in rural areas. However, there is at least some hope for relief, with an increased chance of showers and storms.
It will cool off even more from Tuesday and into the weekend, with showers and storms becoming more likely and more widespread.
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- Initial OPT Year - 90 Day Limit
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Authorization for OPT means you must seek and begin employment related to your degree within 90 days of the start date on your EAD card. Employment must be reported. It is a serious violation of visa status to be unemployed past the time limitation. Your F-1 status would be in peril and your OPT authorization will end early. You must be in status to keep an employment authorization or apply for a new authorization.
Days of unemployment are limited!
The regulations establish a 90-day limit for unemployment during the first OPT authorization. Once authorized for a STEM Extension of OPT an additional 60 days are allowed for a total of 150 days. In the STEM period, and unemployment days from the first OPT count toward the 150-day total.
- Anyone authorized for Post-Completion OPT or STEM OPT must count the days they are unemployed click here.
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- The count is an aggregate number, all periods of unemployment are added together
Students who are authorized for pre-completion OPT (meaning authorized OPT taking place prior to coursework completion) are not required to count days of unemployment.
Serious consequences for exceeding the period of unemployment
If you exceed the limit for unemployment you have violated your status unless you take one of the following actions:
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Take care planning travel outside of the United States while unemployed. If you are authorized for OPT the days you are unemployed after the start date on the EAD card are counted even while you are outside of the United States.
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Building a Vacuum Form Table
This page will show you how to construct your own vacuum forming table. A Vacuum Forming Table is used to form sheets of polystyrene into desired shapes determined by the molds used with the table. This table will be comprised of two main parts, The Holding Frame, and the Forming Surface. Some designs for Vacuum Forming Tables also include an oven. For this forming table we will use an ordinary kitchen oven to heat our plastic.
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A bio-impedance probe to assess liver steatosis during transplant surgery.
This work addresses the design of a bioimpedance probe to assess steatosis on the exposed liver in the donor during liver transplant surgery. Whereas typically bioimpedance uses needle probes to avoid surface effects, for clinical reasons a non-penetrative probe is required. In addition the need to ensure that the measurement is representative of the bulk tissue suggests a larger probe than is normally used to ensure a sufficiently large measurement volume. Using a simple model, simulations a...Expand abstract
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How can I script a screen resolution change, for example to 1024*768?
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There isn't a native powershell way to set the resolution. You could write in-line C# code in a powershell script to do it. Otherwise you would need to find a third party commandline application that does it and just call that from your script.
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How do I change the resolution from C#? Is there a class? – Andrew J. Brehm Aug 26 '09 at 8:52
Did you follow the links that Splash provided? – EBGreen Aug 26 '09 at 11:50
As EBGreen has said, Powershell cannot do it in its vanilla state. However being a.NET-based shell, you could either use.NET within a powershell script, use a traditional CLI application or write a Cmdlet to do it.
These links may help you out if you decide to explore those paths further:
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See the freeware QRes :
Description: Command line utility to change screen resolution, color depth and refresh rate...
For the case of multiple monitors, you can see Display Changer (free for personal and educational use):
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You can't do this using a native Windows command, but you can use an application invoked from the command line like _URL_
I've used it before - it is a little cumbersome but does what it says on the tin.
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Med Anthropol. 2014;33(2):109-27
This article focuses on adoption medicine as a subject of scientific knowledge that increasingly defines the parameters of adoptability in the world of international adoption. While this biomedical discourse alludes to the health of adoptee bodies, it also constitutes ethico-moral practices that produce new justificatory regimes of adoption in particular and humanitarianism in general. Drawing on discourse analysis of scientific texts in adoption medicine on the one hand, and interviews and ethnographic data from a Dutch adoption agency on the other, I demonstrate the emergence of a new moral economy facilitating the legitimacy of international adoption. I argue that this moral economy retools the humanitarian justification of international adoption by privileging the politics of "life itself." This paradigmatic shift constructs new categories of adoptee bodies, rearranges orders of worth, and makes visible biopolitical techniques of morality in present-day humanitarian discourse.


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Merged part marks
A merged part markmark that includes a set of selected property elements related to a part
Part marks are used for identifying constructions, for giving information about welding, for giving information about assemblies to a workshop, for giving information about how parts should be connected to each other, and for creating bills of quantities, for example.
In the US, the term piece mark is used to refer to position number.
means that you have only one part mark for similar parts in a drawing, instead of a separate mark for each of the parts. Merged part marks indicate the number of included parts, and contain the defined part mark contents, and the near side and far side information. The marks are merged only in X direction of the main part(1) part that exists in a building object and that determines the position number for the assembly or cast unit and the direction of assembly or cast unit drawings
(1) Main part can be an assembly main part or a cast unit main part.
(2) input part that the user selects first when creating a component
(2) Connections and details always have a component main part.
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Tekla Structures merges marks for visible parts in drawings if:
 - The secondary parts are welded or bolted to the same main part.
 - The parts are on the same line.
 - Distances between the parts are equal.
 - The parts have the same part positionposition number that is assigned to a part
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 - Distance between parts is not more than what is set for the advanced option XS_PART_MERGE_MAX_DISTANCE.
 - There are at least as many parts in the array as it has been set for the advanced option XS_MIN_MERGE_PART_COUNT.
Limitations
 - Part marks can be merged only on view and drawing level. It is not possible to merge or split part marks manually.
 - You cannot merge part marks (assembly marks) that are not part of the same assembly.
 - Tekla Structures does not merge neighbor partpart that is close to a part that the drawing is made for but that is not in the same assembly or cast unit
 The representation of neighbor parts is usually different from that of the part.
 Neighbor parts can be used as reference in dimensioning.
 marks.
Advanced optionssettings used to customize Tekla Structures for specific companies, standards, users, or user groups
In Tekla Structures, advanced options are settings that are used, for example, in a specific project or geographical area, or by a specific company.
In Tekla Structures, advanced options usually begin with the initials XS and are followed by the name of the function, for example XS_BACKGROUND_COLOR.
in merging marks
In merging part marks, you may find the following advanced options useful:
XS_MULTIPLIER_SEPARATOR_FOR_MERGED_PART_MARK
XS_NSFS_POSTFIX_FOR_MERGED_PART_MARK
XS_NS_POSTFIX_FOR_MERGED_PART_MARK
XS_FS_POSTFIX_FOR_MERGED_PART_MARK
XS_PART_MERGE_MAX_DISTANCE
XS_MIN_MERGE_PART_COUNT
Example
In the example below, the part marks are merged in X direction of the HEA300 beam (main part).
In the example below, the leftmost part marks are not merged, because they are too far from each other.
In the example below, the marks in the Y direction are not merged, because the marks are merged only in X direction (which in this example is horizontal).
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Chapter 20: Creating ActiveX Clients
Deploy the ActiveX client
You can deploy the ActiveX client on any number of machines. To install the ActiveX client on a client machine:
 1. Install the EAServer client runtime files, including the C++ and ActiveX client options, by following the instructions in the EAServer Installation Guide for Windows.
 2. For an ActiveX proxy automation server client, if you do not plan to specify the machine name and IIOP port number of the machine on which the server resides directly in the Connection Host property, you must define (in the System Properties from the Control Panel) a user environment variable for each server that the ActiveX client will invoke components on. By default, the client installer creates an environment variable JS_JAGUAR and sets its value to localhost:9000. The syntax for environment variable is:
 JS_JaguarServerName

 where:
 JaguarServerName is the host name used in the ActiveX client code.
 The syntax for the value of the environment value is:
 machine_name:iiop_port#

 where:
 machine_name is the name of the machine that the server resides on.
 iiop_port# is the IIOP port number for the server.
 For the default server, jaguar, on a machine, puddle, with the default IIOP port number, 9000, you specify this user environment variable:
 JS_JAGUAR

 where the value for this environment variable is puddle:9000.
 3. For an ActiveX proxy automation server client, set the JAG_LOGFILE environment variable, which specifies the log file in which initialization errors are recorded. Error messages that occur during the initialization stage are logged into a client log file. If the environment variable is not set, then the error messages in the startup phase will not be seen by the client application. For example:set JAG_LOGFILE=%JAGUAR%\bin\client.logIf the ActiveX proxy is running on the server, then the messages will be logged to the server log file.
 4. Copy the component and package type libraries and registry files from your development machine to the client machine. The directory in which you place the files does not matter because registering the registry files specifies the type libraries location to the machine. The type library file name is the package or component name with a .tlb extension. The registry file name is the package or component name with a .reg extension.
 5. Use the jagreg utility to register the APAS, component type libraries, and registry files. jagreg will also create a new file that reflects the type library and APAS DLL locations that you specify on the command line. You can use the new registry file to reregister the APAS if you change the location of the APAS DLL or type library files.
Running jagreg
To run jagreg, open an MS-DOS Command Prompt window and enter:
jagreg /d jagproxy_dir /f registry_file [/t tlb_dir] [/o output] [/nr]
or
jagreg /t tlb_dir /f registry_file [/d jagproxy_dir] [/o output] [/nr]
where:
jagproxy_dir is the directory in which the APAS DLL resides. By default, the APAS installer places jagproxy.dll in the APAS dll subdirectory. Specify this parameter if jagproxy.dll is in a location different from when you generated the registry file. If you are not sure what location is stored in a registry file, specify the current location of jagproxy.dll when you run jagreg.
tlb_dir is the directory where the type library files reside.
output is an optional path to the directory in which updated registry file(s) are written. If you don't specify an output directory, the new registry file replaces the previous file; the previous file is saved with a .KEEP extension.
/nr is the option that prevents the new registry files from being registered. Use this option to update the .reg files without immediately applying them to the Windows Registry.
registry_file is the name of the registry file that you want to change. Use wildcards to specify multiple files, for example *.reg.
The following example updates all .reg files in the current directory, changing the type library location to d:\jag_axp and the APAS DLL location to d:\jag_axp\dll. .reg files in the current directory are updated and previous versions are saved with a .KEEP extension:
jagreg /t %JAGUAR%\dll /f *.reg /d %JAGUAR%\dll
NoteIf jagreg does not run, make sure the JAGUAR environment variable is set to the location of your EAServer installation and the PATH environment variable contains the location of the Windows regedit.exe tool as well as the EAServer bin and dll subdirectories.
You can use a hyphen (-) or forward slash (/) to delimit jagreg options. For example, both -t and /t are valid.
jagreg creates a new registry file from the existing registry file and:
In the registry file, the InProcServer entry under the CLSID key contains the absolute path to the jagproxy.dll. The DIR entry under the TypeLib key contains the absolute path to the type libraries directory.
If you move the APAS or type libraries, you must run jagreg again with the new settings.
You can run jagreg from a batch file to automate deployment of ActiveX clients. If running jagreg from a batch file, you can check for success by checking the JAGREG_STATUS environment variable. A value of 0 indicates success, and a value of 1 indicates failure.
Normally, jagreg runs silently. You can activate status tracing by setting the JAGREG_TRACE environment variable to "true" before running jagreg. With tracing enabled, jagreg prints status information to the screen as it runs.
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4.2.1. Initializing the LVDS SERDES IP in Non-DPA Mode
Intel recommends that you follow these steps to initialize the LVDS SERDES IP in non-DPA mode:
- During entry into user mode, assert the pll_areset signal for at least 10 ns.
You can also perform this step at any time in user mode operation to reset the interface.
- After at least 10 ns, deassert the pll_areset signal and monitor the pll_locked port.
After the PLL lock port asserts and becomes stable, the SERDES blocks are ready for operation.
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Alf Torp (September 27, 1853 – September 26, 1916) was a Norwegian philologist and author. He is most known for his work with Indo-European and Nordic language history and meaning of ancient languages.
Alf Torp was born in Stryn, Sogn og Fjordane, Norway. He became cand. philol. in 1877 at the Bergen Cathedral School. He was a student of Sophus Bugge, and during a stay in Leipzig in 1878-80 a student of Georg Curtius and Ernst Windisch. In 1881 he got his doctorate at the University of Leipzig with the dissertation Die Flexion des Pali in ihrem Verhältnis zum Sanskrit.
He taught at the University of Oslo from 1883 and in 1894 he became professor in Sanskrit and comparative linguistics. He published numerous papers about the inscriptions in various languages including Etruscan, Phrygian, Venetic, Lycian and Hittite. In 1905, he was appointed Knight of 1 Class of Order of St. Olav 1905
Among many other works, in 1903-06 he published Etymologisk ordbog over det norske og det danske sprog (Etymological dictionary of the Norwegian and Danish languages) together with Norwegian linguist, Hjalmar Falk (_PHONE_). It was the only Norwegian etymological dictionary for nearly a hundred years, until it was replaced in 2000 Våre arveord - etymologisk ordbok by Harald Bjorvand and Fredrik Otto Lindeman.
- Die Flexion des Pali in ihrem Verhältnis zum Sanskrit, 1881
- Vokal- og Konsonantstammer, 1889
- Zu den phrygischen Inschriften aus römischer Zeit, 1894
- Zum Phrygischen, 1896
- Indogermanische Forschungen, 1897
- Etruskische Monatsdaten, 1902
- Bemerkungen zu der etruskischen Inschrift von S. Maria di Capua, 1905
- Gamalnorsk ordavleiding, 1909
- Nynorsk etymologisk ordbok, 1919


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CHAPTER 12 – The Arc
Why Arc was a game changer? Because it allowed explosion of all other GBs. The details would be explained below.
This is an important graph that you need to understand how Arc works.
The X axis is level of onwer's Arc that is being worked on
The Y axis is net cost of Arc (it means that total FPs required MINUS FPs earned by donor including donor's Arc bonus). This means total FPs required to complete GB after maximum FPs are harvested from rewards.
Different lines represent different Arc bonuses of donors. The better the donor bonus, the less the owner of GB has to pay for his GB because more FPs is coming back from the rewards.
Positive overall Y value means that GB owner must contribute to level GB, while negative value means that GB owner can actually profit from leveling a GB.
This graph assumes that GB owner works with 5 other donors that have the same arc value (different lines).
arc gb.jpg
The reason why you have such a graph pattern is because the reward although it is unknown, it appears to be linear, while total FPs of Arc is exponential (next level total FPs = previous level total FPs *1.025). During levels 0-10, the total FPs values are fixed, while rewards are small. This is why you have such an increase in cost. During levels 10-50, the exponential function is early stage and is overrun by linear function of rewards. While after lvl50, the exponential function (total FPs) explodes with respect to linear function (rewards), making GBs very pricey. You can appreciate the impact of the increasing rewards by noticing that after lvl10 the different color lines are further and further apart, while after lvl60 they start to come closer again becasue rewards become insignificant with respect to overall cost of GB.
The Arc increases to 30% in first ten levels, then by 1% to level 60, then for next 20 levels by 0.5% until 190% total, and then 0.1% per level afterwards.
In early spring 2016, we were able to develop this graph when our Arc's were just started to grow. We understood that if Inno made 1% per level or even 0.5% per level, we could have huge profits (we assumed that initial lvl20, lvl40, lvl60 pattern would follow and there was possibility that overall cost of GB would be negative). However, Inno correctly assigned 0.1% after lvl80, still theoretically possible to achieve a time when certain GBs levels become free of real cost, but limiting these levels to narrow range of 40-60 only when huge arc bonuses are provided as donors.
Notice that for "average" player who gets a little bit extra on top of his reward maybe 100% or 120% or 140%, the cost really increases with level. Majority of players will not be able to break through the "cheap" levels, and they will be stuck in expensive range lvl5-20 forever. Even if they do, starting from lvl 20-30, they will start to be heavily sniped as GB is much more attractive with rewards and this increasing the cost for the host again. This is basically 95-99% of all players. First, you need to get to higher level, and second you need donors with high arc to provide the combination that does the magic.
The costs pattern is not identical for each individual GB and that goes beyond of this topic, but it follows similar patterns.
Majority of average experienced players (unless they do not earn horrendous amounts of FPs) stop their GBs around lvl60-80. If you follow the teal line which represents the 100+90% arc (lvl80) donor, the line starts significantly creep up after owner of GB reached lvl60, and shoot up vertically after lvl80.The rule of thumb is that even with all 90% arcs, the lvl80 for most GBs costs about 1000 FPs, and that is often too much.
The reason players choose to take their arc from lvl60 to lvl80 is because there is a significant in GB leveling cost reduction from purple line (80%) to teal line (90%). It might appear initially that there is a little difference between 180% and 190% in sniping, but that is a big difference. If the sniping profits margins are small e.g. 10%, additional 10% might double the profit making the large investment into Arc reasonable. There are players that rush their Arc beyond 90%, but in reality that will not have a significant impact. In order to provide costs on such investments these players will have to hoard FPs left and right, snipe day and night, and employ an army of noobs that will feed Fps in variety of ways to them. This action is often driven by wanting to have highest GB in the ranking. The cost of leveling arc 80->180 lvl is about few million FPs, and that is just too pricey for 10% extra bonus for 99.999% players.
This graph also explains why levels 30-70 are so prone to sniping from outside. This is because the rewards are increasing significantly with respect to not so fast increasing total FPs making GB attractive to stealing what could have been used to level the GB, but then leaving the empty unfilled gap, and if it is done on correct GB, the GB owner is usually forced to cover the remaining.
The little Zig-Zaging of the function line is due to rounding to nearest "5fp" on GBs, and it has no significant effect overall.
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CHAPTER 13 – GvG HQ and Defense Bonus
One of most annoying thing that can happen is when an inexperienced member with trusted rights moves HQ, and that person has minimal understanding of the consequences and mechanism of HQ bonus distribution that can easily lead to your guild losing several additional sectors.
50% and especially 75% sectors are a deterrent. They can be killed by larger guilds pretty quickly, but in repetitive fights when filled with correct defense units especially when attacker is forced to go auto, it can cause significant damage to the attacker. 0% sectors are much more vunerable and easier to kill, and often attacker losses less than half of units than defender. An action from one person placing HQ correctly and understanding how 50% bonus is applied to sectors can often cause more damage to other guild than several fighters. That skill can give an edge when war is pretty even.
The specific age defense points are different to the Support Pool Bonus that guilds receive from guild level. However, they are linked by support factor.
(Support Pool Bonus + Total defense bonus from all defense GBs in guild) / Support Factor for specific age = Total defense points for specific age
> Support Pool Bonus
A guild receives these points for higher level. It is the number with a shield.
> Total defense bonus from all defense GBs in guild
Every defense GB contributes extra points on top of Support Pool Bonus. St. Basil contributes 3 points (for 1st 10 levels), Deal Castle contributes 3 points (for 1st 10 levels), and observatory contributes 10 points.
> Support factor
It is a number that is preset. They can be derived by solving the equation above when it is only the variable missing. It can be derived also from the ratio of support factors when you know total defense points for specific age. Also other numbers from that equation can be derived for example, you do not have to add all your defense GBs within the guild, but you can derive the total.2
I derived them previously, but I can be wrong if I do not remember them correctly. Please let me know if I got it wrong.
IA - 1.0
EMA - 1.5
HMA - 2.0
LMA - 3.0
CA - 4.0
InA - 6.0
PE - 8.0
ME - 10.0
CE - 12.0
TE - 14.0
TF - 16.0
AA - 16.0
> Total defense points for specific age
This is a total number of % that is redistributed to sectors as a defense.
For most (higher ages) the maximum % defense for HQ is 75% and other sectors is %50
Exceptions include (HQ/other sectors)
InA 25%/0% | EMA 35%/10% | HMA 45%/20% | LMA 55%/30% | CA 65%/40%
These lower values make sectors less stable and easier to take making it less attractive to older and larger guilds.
In our case = Support Pool Bonus (8540) + Total defense bonus from all defense GBs in guild (3092) = 11632 total bonus
Specific age (AA) total defense bonus = 11632 / 16 = 727 (%)
In other words, we can fill one HQ (75%) and 13 other sectors (13*50%=650%) total of 725% before next sectors will not have full bonus.
The defense bonus is distributed in concentric circles from HQ, which means the closest sectors to HQ have the priority to receiving it. Here is how priority of sectors would look like on these arrangements. If there is enough defense bonuses on HQ, it would spread to 1-away-from-HQ, if all sectors have enough bonus that are 1-away, then 2-away would receive defense bonus and so on.
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