Using Galapagos with Zombie Solver
Hi all,
I'm working on a project that involves optimizing a NURBS curve 'barrier' that prevents particles generated using kangaroo from passing through. However, when connecting the sphere collide, load and curvepointcollide components to zombie solver, the solver becomes unresponsive and freezes the grasshopper application.
I have also attempted to recreate this setup using Flexhopper, but the plugin doesn't seem to have a solver similar that only outputs the results after every iteration, and can not be integrated with Galapagos.
I have two specific questions:
 1. Can the zombie solver be used in conjunction with Galapagos to optimize the NURBS curve in response to every iteration of particles generated by kangaroo?
 2. Could there by any other methods, such as using other plugins such as Flexhopper to simulate fluids, alongside an evolutionary solver such as Galapagos?
Many Thanks!
kangaroo 2d mesh (1).gh (23.1 KB) Kangaroo 2D Wave sim test (1).3dm (48.4 KB)
Hi Fergalt, I am recently having the same issue of using Kangaroo with Galapagos together, I wonder if there is any working example of it…
Hi _USER_
The file 'Catenary_Galapagos' here shows how to combine Kangaroo and Galapagos:


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Using this simple and cheap method you can calculate the optimum hanging height for any grow light in any space without expensive tools or specialist equipment. We will show you how to use a free PAR meter App on your phone or a cheap lux meter to measure the PAR (Photosynthetically Active Radiation, the light that causes photosynthesis and growth) across the grow canopy. We show you how to map out the PAR intensity across your grow area at different heights, calculate the Average PAR for each height and the uniformity (how well the light is spread).
The first step is to hang the grow light at the height the manufacturer recommends or where you think it is probably the best setting taking care of the following:
 - Run the light for 30 minutes to warm it up.
 - Level the light fixture
 - Adjust to maximum power setting
Then you create a 'target surface' to take the measurements. You can use the bottom of the grow tent or a piece of board to simulate the plant canopy and setup as follows:
 - Use a dark surface which does not reflect much light so you do not get false readings from reflected light
 - Divide the area into squares – I suggest 15cm or 6″ squares (you can go smaller for more accuracy or larger but it will be less accurate)
Measure the light intensity across the grow area with a lux meter or PAR app
The next step is to use a lux meter or PAR meter to measure the intensity in each square and make a chart with the numbers in each square (Using a spreadsheet is ideal).
Find out how to calibrate a cheap Amazon Lux meter to a PAR meter here:
Or use the an iPhone and the IOS app, Photone for accurate PAR readings, link here:
This is your first PAR or LUX chart, congratulations!!
You can then calculate the average light intensity or PAR (if you use the lux meter calibration or Photone App) with the following calculation:
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Grow light setup – calculate par average
Then take the readings again with the light lower and higher for comparison. This is trial and error but I would suggest lowering and raising in the same increments i.e. 10cm or 5″ each time. Take one lower than your first reading and two higher. You will then be able to compare the average and total light intensity reaching the plant canopy and also determine the most uniform or even spread (please note this example did not have reflective walls on the nearest side and the light intensity is lower, this was to enable filming of the process).
Grow light setup compare hanging heights to determine optimum setting
Grow light setup – compare hanging heights to determine optimum setting
You can clearly see the total amount of light increases as the fixture is lowered. The increase in lowering just 10cm or 5″ is nearly 10%!! This would equate to a yield increase of 10% also. However lowering too much will result in hot spots (readings over 1,000 µmols/m²/sec) and less even coverage, particularly in the corners.
By taking a reading of the power consumed by the light fixture you can also calculate the efficiency of the setup. First calculate the total PAR by multiplying the average PAR x the area in sq. meters. Then divide the total par by the power consumed to get the total efficacy of the lighting setup.
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Grow light setup – calculation of total par and system efficacy
Using this method you can now map out the light spread for any light in any space and optimise the setup by adjusting the grow light to the perfect height.
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What is the optimal ph level for oven cleaner?
Oven cleaner is a product that is used to clean ovens. The optimal pH level for oven cleaner is between 10 and 11. This pH range is ideal for removing tough grease and baked-on food from ovens. Oven cleaner is also effective at removing dirt, grime, and stains from ovens.
How does the ph level of oven cleaner affect its safety?
There are a few factors to consider when discussing the safety of oven cleaners. The first is the ingredients. Many oven cleaners contain lye, which is a caustic substance that can cause chemical burns. In addition, some oven cleaners contain chlorinated solvents, which can release toxic fumes when used. The second factor to consider is the pH level of the cleaner. A high pH level indicates that the cleaner is more acidic, while a low pH level indicates that the cleaner is more basic. A high pH level can be more corrosive and cause more irritation, while a low pH level can be more difficult to remove and cause more staining. The third factor to consider is the level of exposure. Oven cleaners are typically used in enclosed spaces, such as ovens, which can increase the level of exposure to fumes and chemicals. In addition, some people may be more sensitive to chemical fumes and irritation than others. Finally, it is important to follow the directions on the cleaner's label and take appropriate safety precautions, such as wearing gloves and ventilation, to minimize the risks associated with using oven cleaners.
Is there a difference in the ph level of oven cleaners made with natural ingredients and those made with synthetic ingredients?
YES! There is a big difference in the pH levels of oven cleaners made with natural ingredients and those made with synthetic ingredients. Natural ingredients tend to have a pH level that is closer to neutral, while synthetic ingredients often have a pH level that is more alkaline. This is because natural ingredients are derived from plants and animals, while synthetic ingredients are created in a laboratory.
The pH level is important because it affects how well the oven cleaner will work. A higher pH level means that the cleaner is more alkaline and will be more effective at cutting through grease and grime. A lower pH level means that the cleaner is more acidic and will be less effective at cutting through grease and grime.
So, if you are looking for an oven cleaner that is effective at cutting through grease and grime, you should look for one that is made with synthetic ingredients. If you are looking for an oven cleaner that is gentle and won't damage your oven, you should look for one that is made with natural ingredients.
How does the ph level of oven cleaner affect its environmental impact?
The pH level of oven cleaner affects its environmental impact because it determines how readily the cleaner will break down in the environment. A low pH level indicates that the cleaner is more likely to break down quickly, while a high pH level means that the cleaner is less likely to break down. This is important because oven cleaners that don't break down readily can build up in the environment and become toxic.
What is the ph level of the most popular brands of oven cleaner?
There are a few different things that can affect the pH level of oven cleaner. The first is the type of oven cleaner being used. Some oven cleaners are more acidic than others. The second is the concentration of the oven cleaner. The more concentrated the oven cleaner is, the higher the pH level will be. The third is the amount of time the oven cleaner is left on the surface. The longer the cleaner is left on, the higher the pH level will be.
The pH level of the most popular brands of oven cleaner can range from anywhere between 2 and 12. The most popular brand of oven cleaner is likely to be somewhere in the middle of that range. However, it is always best to check the label of the oven cleaner before using it to make sure that it is compatible with the surface you are cleaning.
How does the ph level of oven cleaner compare to other household cleaners?
It is important to maintain a clean household and many people use different cleaners for different purposes. Oven cleaner is one type of household cleaner that is used to clean ovens. The ph level of oven cleaner is important to consider when comparing it to other household cleaners.
The ph level is a measure of how acidic or basic a solution is. The scale for the ph level goes from 0 to 14, with 0 being the most acidic and 14 being the most basic. A neutral ph is 7.0. Oven cleaner typically has a ph level between 2.0 and 3.0, making it one of the most acidic household cleaners.
Other household cleaners have a much higher ph level. For example, dish soap has a ph level between 7.0 and 10.0. This means that dish soap is much less acidic than oven cleaner. Therefore, oven cleaner is more likely to cause damage to surfaces than dish soap. It is important to use oven cleaner in a well-ventilated area and to follow the directions on the label.
What are the consequences of using an oven cleaner with the wrong ph level?
If you use an oven cleaner with the wrong pH level, the consequences can be disastrous. The wrong pH level can cause the oven cleaner to eat through the enamel on your oven, which can lead to serious damage. It can also cause the oven cleaner to release toxic fumes, which can be dangerous to your health.
Can the ph level of oven cleaner be adjusted?
Yes, the pH level of oven cleaner can be adjusted. The most common oven cleaners are made with alkaline materials, which have a high pH. However, there are some oven cleaners on the market that are made with acidic materials, which have a lower pH. Adjusting the pH level of your oven cleaner can be done by adding either more acidic or more alkaline materials to the cleaner.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the pH of alkaline oven cleaner?
The pH of alkaline oven cleaners typically falls in the 12-14 range.
What is the pH level of most common cleaning products?
The pH level of most common cleaning products varies, but is usually around 11-13.
What is the best oven cleaner for your kitchen?
There is no definitive answer to this question as different oven cleaners will work better on different surfaces, depending on the cleaning agent and pH level. Ultimately, it is best to choose a cleaner that suits your specific needs and is safe for use around the kitchen floor and worktops.
Is ammonia good for oven cleaning?
There is no one-size-fits-all answer to this question, as the strength of an oven cleaner will depend on the type and condition of the dirt and grease. However, most household cleaners, including ammonia, are effective at removing dirt, grease and baked on food from ovens.
What is the pH of an oven cleaner?
The pH of an oven cleaner typically registers between 11 and 13. This is because alkalis are very effective at cutting through all the grime and gunk that accumulate inside an oven. Through saponification, a l kalis emulsify fats into soaps, which are then more easily dissolved in water.

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text: Body mass index (BMI) is used widely as an indicator in general health. Determination of BMI using non-intrusive measurements are of interest and recent advancements in the availability of digital imaging sensors have paved the way for performing quick and automatic measurements. In this work, we consider automatic computation of BMI using correlation features from face images. We show that using face detection based facial fiducial points analysis provides good BMI prediction. Experimental results on comparing the correlation coefficients of facial ratios along with the colour feature has higher significance in BMI of a person. © 2020 - IOS Press and the authors. All rights reserved.


Tab
Since: BlackBerry 10.0.0
#include <bb/cascades/Tab>
A tab that can be added to a TabbedPane.
The Tab objects in the TabbedPane are added to the Action bar, which is a horizontal bar displayed at the bottom of the screen. By pressing the tabs on the Action bar the user can switch the content that is currently being displayed on the screen. The Tab objects take an AbstractPane as their content. If the content is not 0, it will be displayed in the TabbedPane when the corresponding tab is selected.
Even though a Tab takes AbstractPane as its content, not all classes deriving from AbstractPane are valid as the content. The valid classes are Page and NavigationPane.
QML example:
 TabbedPane {
 Tab {
 title : "tab1"
 description : "This is only shown in the side bar"
 imageSource : "tab.png"
 Page {}
 }
 }
C++ example:
 TabbedPane* tabbedPane = TabbedPane::create();
 Page* page = Page::create();
 Tab* tab = Tab::create()
 .title("tab1")
 .description("This is only shown in the side bar")
 .image(Image("tab.png"));
 tab->setContent(page);
 tabbedPane->add(tab);
As of 10.3, the default behavior for tab images is to adopt the colors of the current theme. To allow your images to adapt to changes in the theme, the image asset should be a grayscale image (preferably white) with the alpha channel set. You can turn off this behavior by using the type "normal" in the image's .amd file.
These images show the behavior of actionitem icon colorization. -The "Dashboard" tab is using the white default icon and adopts to theme, but the tab is selected and therefore colored with the system primary color (blue) -The "Controls" tab is using the white default icon and adopts to theme. -The "More controls" tab is using a colored icon where the .amd type property is set to normal and left uncolorized by the system.
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Image (Image colorization)
Overview
QML properties
content: bb::cascades::AbstractPane
description: QString
newContentAvailable: bool
unreadContentCount: int
accessibility: bb::cascades::AbstractA11yObject [read-only]Inherited
attachedObjects: QDeclarativeListProperty< QObject > [read-only]Inherited
backgroundColor: bb::cascades::Color | bb::cascades::ColorPaintInherited
shortcuts: QDeclarativeListProperty [read-only]Inherited
builtInShortcutsEnabled: boolInherited
defaultAction: boolInherited
enabled: boolInherited
image: bb::cascades::ImageInherited
imageSource: QUrlInherited
objectName: QStringInherited
parent: QObject [read-only]Inherited
title: QStringInherited
ui: bb::cascades::UIConfig [read-only]Inherited
Public Functions Index
Tab (TabbedPane *parent=0)
virtual ~Tab ()
bb::cascades::AbstractPane *content () const
QStringdescription () const
boolisNewContentAvailable () const
Q_SLOT voidresetContent ()
Q_SLOT voidresetDescription ()
Q_SLOT voidresetNewContentAvailable ()
Q_SLOT voidresetUnreadContentCount ()
Q_SLOT voidsetContent (bb::cascades::AbstractPane *content)
Q_SLOT voidsetDescription (const QString &description)
Q_SLOT voidsetNewContentAvailable (bool isNewContentAvailable)
Q_SLOT voidsetUnreadContentCount (int unreadContentCount)
intunreadContentCount () const
bb::cascades::AbstractA11yObject *accessibility () const Inherited
Q_INVOKABLE voidaddShortcut (bb::cascades::AbstractShortcut *shortcut)Inherited
QVariantbackgroundColor () const Inherited
Q_INVOKABLE boolbuiltInShortcutsEnabled () const Inherited
Q_INVOKABLE voiddisableAllShortcuts ()Inherited
Q_INVOKABLE voidenableAllShortcuts ()Inherited
virtual boolevent (QEvent *event)Inherited
bb::cascades::Imageimage () const Inherited
QUrlimageSource () const Inherited
boolisDefaultAction () const Inherited
boolisEnabled () const Inherited
Q_INVOKABLE voidremoveAllShortcuts ()Inherited
Q_INVOKABLE boolremoveShortcut (bb::cascades::AbstractShortcut *shortcut)Inherited
Q_SLOT voidresetBackgroundColor ()Inherited
Q_INVOKABLE voidresetBuiltInShortcutsEnabled ()Inherited
Q_SLOT voidresetDefaultAction ()Inherited
Q_SLOT voidresetEnabled ()Inherited
Q_SLOT voidresetImage ()Inherited
Q_SLOT voidresetImageSource ()Inherited
Q_SLOT voidresetTitle ()Inherited
Q_SLOT voidsetBackgroundColor (const ColorPaint &backgroundColor)Inherited
Q_INVOKABLE voidsetBuiltInShortcutEnabled (bb::cascades::SystemShortcuts::Type type, bool enabled)Inherited
Q_SLOT voidsetBuiltInShortcutsEnabled (bool enabled)Inherited
Q_SLOT voidsetDefaultAction (bool defaultAction)Inherited
Q_SLOT voidsetEnabled (bool enabled)Inherited
Q_SLOT voidsetImage (const bb::cascades::Image &image)Inherited
Q_SLOT voidsetImageSource (const QUrl &source)Inherited
voidsetObjectName (const QString &name)Inherited
Q_SLOT voidsetTitle (const QString &title)Inherited
Q_INVOKABLE bb::cascades::AbstractShortcut *shortcutAt (int index) const Inherited
Q_INVOKABLE intshortcutCount () const Inherited
const QStringtitle () const Inherited
virtual Q_INVOKABLE QStringtoDebugString () const Inherited
Q_INVOKABLE bb::cascades::UIConfig *ui () const Inherited
Static Public Functions Index
Buildercreate ()
Protected Functions Index
Only has inherited protected functions
BaseObject (QObject *parent=0)Inherited
virtual voidconnectNotify (const char *signal)Inherited
virtual voiddisconnectNotify (const char *signal)Inherited
Signals Index
voidcontentChanged (bb::cascades::AbstractPane *content)
voiddescriptionChanged (QString description)
voidnewContentAvailableChanged (bool isNewContentAvailable)
voidunreadContentCountChanged (int unreadContentCount)
voidbackgroundColorChanged (const ColorPaint &backgroundColor)Inherited
voidbuiltInShortcutsEnabledChanged (bool builtInShortcutsEnabled)Inherited
voidcreationCompleted ()Inherited
voiddefaultActionChanged (bool defaultAction)Inherited
voidenabledChanged (bool enabled)Inherited
voidimageChanged (const bb::cascades::Image &image)Inherited
voidimageSourceChanged (const QUrl &imageSource)Inherited
voidobjectNameChanged (const QString &objectName)Inherited
voidtitleChanged (const QString &title)Inherited
voidtriggered ()Inherited
Properties
bb::cascades::AbstractPane content
The content to show when the tab is activated.
Since:
BlackBerry 10.0.0
QString description
The description text to be displayed for tabs placed in the side bar of a TabbedPane.
The description text displayed for tabs placed in the side bar. The description is not shown for tabs placed on the Action bar. The default value is QString::Null, indicating that no description is set.
Since:
BlackBerry 10.0.0
bool newContentAvailable
A visual notification to show on the tab if there is new content.
The default value is false, indicating that there is no new content.
Since:
BlackBerry 10.0.0
int unreadContentCount
The unread content count to show on


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About the National Youth Leadership Forum: Pathways to STEM Alumni
Building New and Bigger Pathways
The NYLF Pathways to STEM Alumni program was developed specifically for students who previously attended the National Youth Leadership Forum (NYLF): Pathways to STEM. The program provides these students with the opportunity to build upon their previous Envision experience and further cultivate their passion for STEM.
At NYLF Pathways to STEM Alumni, students learn by doing as they participate in hands-on simulations that allow them to take on roles, Maker Center Challenges that provide them with additional exposure to STEM opportunities and allow them to showcase their creativity, and an offsite experience filled with interactive learning.
Virtually all career fields today require a solid foundation of STEM. Early and frequent exposure to these fields can set today's kids on a path to success by giving them the tools needed to make informed decisions about the future. During the program, students will gain increased exposure to STEM opportunities and further develop essential success skills while also reconnecting with old friends and forming new bonds with their fellow Envision alumni.

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ISO 21318:2007 specifies a method for the determination of the electrical conductivity of an aqueous extract obtained by extraction of an epoxy resin with water at 95 °C. The method is applicable only to epoxy resins that are in the molten state at the extraction temperature (95 °C).
The method is important for epoxy resins which are used as insulation materials for electronic devices. The electrical conductivity of the extract is used as a measure of the concentration of the ionic species in the resin.
Status: PublishedPublication date: 2007-02
Edition: 1Number of pages: 3
Technical Committee: ISO/TC 61/SC 12 Thermosetting materials
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What Is a Bushel of Corn?
A bushel is a unit of weight used when buying and selling crops such as corn. A bushel of shelled corn weighs 56 pounds, but a bushel of corn still on the ear weighs 70 pounds.
The weight of a bushel varies among fruits, vegetables and grains. For instance, while a bushel of spinach weighs 20 pounds, a bushel of tomatoes is 53 pounds. A bushel of unshelled lima beans is 30 pounds, but cowpeas run 60 pounds per bushel. Cotton weighs in at 32 pounds a bushel, while flax is 60 pounds. Although a bushel of oats weighs 32 pounds, a bushel of either wheat or soybeans is 60 pounds.


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Published Tuesday, 29th January 2019 in Research news
An extensive scientific survey among Scottish supermarkets and butchers aims to determine the prevalence of bacteria such as "E. coli" and "Salmonella" in mince.
In the first such survey of fresh beef mince at retail level in Scotland, the year-long project will study 1,000 samples from retail outlets across the country.
The project team hope this will allow them to identify any possible seasonal or geographical patterns associated with microbial contamination.
Commissioned by Food Standards Scotland (FSS) and led by SRUC, the survey will generate an up-to-date evidence base that provides estimates of the prevalence of microbiological pathogens that can cause disease, such as E. coli O157. It will also provide estimates of the prevalence of hygiene indicator bacteria and the presence of antimicrobial resistance (AMR).
Led by scientists from SRUC's Epidemiology Research Unit in Inverness, the survey will involve three Scientific Services Laboratories, two Scottish Microbiological Reference Laboratories as well as input from the Food-Borne Pathogens Group at the University of Aberdeen.
Dr Marianne James from Food Standards Scotland said: "The results of this survey will help provide evidence on the microbiological quality of mince on retail sale in Scotland. We will be able to use this information to help businesses and consumers control these risks. Any contamination of mince shouldn't however present a risk to consumers as long as it hygienically handled and cooked thoroughly."
The sampling programme will take place between January and December 2019, with a report due to be published next year.
More articles in the news archive.


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Research Problems and Strategies
When children were born illegitimately and the father's name is not known what research strategy is suggested?
1. Check who the witnesses were at birth of child. Likelihood is that there might be a relationship
There might exist a separate section in the church book for illegitimate births.
2. Check whether the mother marries the father later and the child became legitimized by the father's acknowledgment.
3. Check confirmation records.
4. Find school records to see if school fees were paid for the child and by whom (Search in School records. One possibility "Kirchenvisitationen", "Schülerverzeichnis")
5. Was the child adopted? (Search in court records, key word: " Adoptionen", "Vormundschaft")
6. See if a will exists in which the child was bequeathed money or property. (Search in court records for "Testamente")
When parents came from a city unknown what would be the research strategy?
1. Check the witnesses at the children's baptisms. Witnesses might be relatives and there may be a place name which could give a clue.
2. Check citizenship records of present residence (Search for" Bürgerrolle", "Bürgerbuch", "Bürgerliste"," Bürgerverzeichnis", "Einwohnermeldeverzeichnis")
3. Check for journeymen or servants records (Search for "Geburtsbriefe", "Gesindebuch", "Heimatscheine", "Wanderbücher", "Gutsarchiv" records)
4. Check census records. Search for "Volkszählungen".
5. Check guild records. Search for "Innungen"
6. Check neighboring church records to see if parents appeared as witnesses.
When given and surnames are present more than once in a parish and additional persons cannot easily be assigned to each other, what would be the research strategy?
1. Establish whole families. See who has married whom and had what children.
2. Compare findings in church books with court records. 90% of the population in Germany were dependent farmers. They did not own their farms but had usufruct, for which they were taxed and recorded in administrative records. Parents would bequeath, sell, lease or retire, and children inherit personal property. All such actions were recorded in court records. ( Search in archival records, such as "Schuldund Pfandprotokolle")
3. Check tax lists. Twice a year people were required to pay taxes. See if the same heads of family pay each time. If the head of household dies, the widow continues to pay taxes until her child becomes of age and takes over or she remarries. (Search for "Steuerlisten", "Steuerrollen", "Amtsrechnungen").
When different spellings exist for a family name what would be the research strategy?
1. Be aware that spelling rules are not set until the early 1900s. Dialects can apply when writing official records. Some consonants and vowels are interchangeable. The name Triebenbach can be spelled Driebenbach, Treubenbach, Drübenbach.
2. Names can be Latinized: The name Keller becomes Cellarius, names can sound as if they are Latin, such as Debelius.
3. The priest simply made a mistake
4. Consider looking at neighboring parish registers
5. Always compare the spelling of a name with other documents available for the time period. (The most common ones are taxlists, in German "Steuerlisten", "Steuerrollen").
When church records from a parish cannot be located what should be the research strategy?
1. Check if the correct parish was chosen. A good source to check is a gazetteer.
2. Have parish jurisdictions changed?
3. Check with the diocese (Bistum) or deanery (Dekanat) if a duplicate record does exist and where it was deposited.
For Evangelical records check here (Evangelische Kirche in Thüringen)
Catholic church (Adressen, Gemeinden, Dekanate)
When church books no longer exist because they were destroyed what should the research strategy be?
Gather information from other records:
1. Tax records (Steuerlisten, Schatzungslisten) – located in state archives
2. Debt registers, citizenship records, fire insurance registers (Schuldenregister, Löscheimerlisten, Brandregister, Bürgerlisten) – located in city archives, mayor's office
3. Guild records, notary records, land records (Innungslisten, Zunftbücher, notarielle Akten, Grundbuchsachen – state archives
4. Kataster, Bannbücher (cadastral, absolvent books) – state archives, cadastral offices, finance departments
5. Tax records of parishes (Lagerbücher) – church archives
6. House lists, address books, house ownership lists, military records, vaccination records (Häuserlisten, Adressbücher, Hauswirtslisten, Stammrollen, Impflisten) – city archives
7. News papers (Zeitungen, Amtsblätter) - city archive, state archive
8. Emigration records, census records, Wählerlisten (Auswanderungsakten, Volkszählungen,
voting records) – state archive
9. Cemetery records (Gräber, Gottesacker) – city archive
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Yes, the minimum age to parasail is 6 years old. Participants under the age of 18 must have a parent or guardian sign their liability waiver prior to boarding the vessel. Minimum weight required to parasail is roughly 90 pounds. If the flyer is less than 90 pounds, they will simply fly tandem with someone not to exceed roughly 450 pounds combined weight. Weight requirements may change on any given day due to the wind conditions. Again, safety is number one.
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- Are there any weight restrictions?
- Is there an age requirement?
- Can people go on the boat and watch?
- Is there a price difference if two or three people fly together?
- How do we get into and out of the air?
- What happens if the line breaks?
- Do you have to know how to swim in order to parasail?
- Can I go to Key West for more than one day?
- How do people dress in Key West?
- Will you take me back to my hotel after the tour?


type: double | doubleList, default: 0.5 (dot), 1.0 (twopi), minimum: 0.02
In dot, sets the desired rank separation, in inches.
This is the minimum vertical distance between the bottom of the nodes in one rank and the tops of nodes in the next. If the value contains equally, the centers of all ranks are spaced equally apart. Note that both settings are possible, e.g., ranksep="1.2 equally".
In twopi, this attribute specifies the radial separation of concentric circles. For twopi, ranksep can also be a list of doubles. The first double specifies the radius of the inner circle; the second double specifies the increase in radius from the first circle to the second; etc. If there are more circles than numbers, the last number is used as the increment for the remainder.
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SMART Document Camera
Turn real objects into digital content with the SMART Document Camera. It's a great way to demonstrate, explore and understand– even when concepts are abstract or complex.
- Sharp, detailed imagesNow you can view images and videos in greater detail, thanks to the 5 megapixel (MP) camera, 80x zoom and 1080 video resolution.
- Record Audio & VideoThe built in microphone enables easy video and audio recording to create multimedia content for lessons and student presentations.
- Share images across distanceUse the document camera with video conferencing software like Bridgit conferencing software to share images with students outside your classroom.
- Explore in 3DUse the document camera's Mixed Reality Tools and a digital marker to view objects in 3D. It's a hands-on experience that offers new perspectives.
- Take learning anywhere The new SMART Document Camera is ready when you are. Just fold up the flexible arm and go.
Capture images and create multimedia lessons
Create more engaging lesson content by easily capturing images, video and audio with the SMART Document Camera. It's all easy – access the document camera from your SMART Notebook lesson with just one touch. You can even take a video of a science experiment with the document camera, save it on USB and use it in your next class and students can record their demonstrations during presentations for later review.
The SMART Document Camera is a perfect fit with other SMART products because you can control it right from your SMART Notebook lesson – with just one touch. It's easy to show images on your SMART interactive display, LightRaise interactive projector or SMART Table interactive learning center.
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The Boer goat was developed in
Boer goats commonly have white bodies and distinctive brown heads. Like the Nubian goat, they possess long, pendulous ears. They are noted for being docile, fast growth, and having high fertility rates. Does are reported to have superior mothering skills as compared to other goats. Mature Boer bucks weigh between 110-135 kg (240-300 lb), and mature does between 90-100 kg(200-220 lb).


Distributed Matrix Solver
The distributed matrix solver is a distributed memory parallel technique for the HFSS integral equation solver (IE) solver. HFSS-IE uses the method of moments (MoM) technique to solve for sources and currents on the surfaces of conducting and dielectric objects. The distributed matrix solver significantly increases HFSS-IE simulation capacity by using the distributed-memory parallel technique to distribute the matrix solution to a network of processors and RAM. This method combines with multithreading to provide faster solves for each of the individual subdomains.
The distributed matrix solving method distributes the matrix solution across a network to utilize available processors and RAM. This significantly improves computational speed for ANSYS HFSS-IE.


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What does "no explicit time dependence" mean in this context? :
A symmetry of the KdV is given by $$\tilde x=x, \tilde t=t+\epsilon, \tilde u =u$$ as there is no explicit time dependence in the KdV.
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In Physics, the notion of explicit time dependence denotes equations where the time parameter t occurs "freely" and not only as a $\frac{d}{dt}$. So an equation of the form $v(x)=a_0t+v_0$ is explicitly time dependent, but $a(x)=a_0$ is not.
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Thank you, Dominik. Just to confirm my understanding of your explanation: the partial derivative wrt $t$ does not count as explicitly time-dependent, only an actual factor of $t$ in the equation does? – Henry Nov 24 '12 at 19:59
That's right. Another commonly used word for this is that the equation is autonomous, a word which for unfathomable reasons doesn't appear in the wikipedia article on differential equations. – Harald Hanche-Olsen Nov 24 '12 at 20:24
Thank you, _USER_-Olsen! – Henry Nov 24 '12 at 21:45
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What to do when Subnautica crashes on launch?
Subnautica is a pretty demanding game that not every computer can play. It is quite another thing when the characteristics of the computer allow you to start the game, but it is constantly "exuded". Quite often after launching Subnautica on the PC, the initial boot screen appears and this ends everything. After the appearance of the screen with the version of the game, it crashes to the desktop.
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The traditional solution – the driver update does not work in this case, because the players have the current version of Windows and drivers. One interesting feature of the problem is that if you launch the Task Manager during the launch of Subnautica, only a huge load on the video card is shown. As if the other system resources (processor, RAM and disk) are not involved at all. After closing the window with the game you have to manually stop the process, otherwise it continues to pull the video memory.
What could be the cause?
Possible primary sources of problems:
 - An excessively large number of saves within the game. This leads to the consumption of a significant amount of RAM and HDD space.
 - Not enough free RAM. Maybe the computer meets the minimum requirements, but it runs a lot of tasks. If the lack of RAM due to the work of other applications, it is enough to close them. There is another option – to increase the size of the paging file. When the RAM memory runs out, the system will begin to use the hard disk memory. The only drawback of the method is that HDD memory is much slower than RAM. During a heavy load on the system, the game may hang, but does not throw it on the initial screen.
How to fix the problem?
According to user feedback and support service responses, we managed to find out several effective ways to eliminate the failure.
Subnautica game
Roll back video driver
It is known that a bug appears more often with owners of Radeon video cards. The reason is a bug that appeared in driver version 18.5.1. The next beta version of the fix also did not follow, so it is better to return the video driver to the previous stable version. Usually the game starts working normally with driver 18.4.1. The necessary video driver can be found on the official website of the manufacturer, but it is better to simply roll back the changes.
How to roll back for NVidia and Radeon video cards:
 1. Make PCM using the "Start" button; among the list that appears, select "Device Manager".
 2. In the section "Video adapters" double click on the main video card.
 3. On the "Driver" tab click on the "Roll back driver" button.
 4. Specify the reason for the rollback and start the procedure with the "Yes" button.
If the video driver is unsuitable, you must manually download the previous stable version and put it into the system.
Turn off the integrated video card
On gaming laptops 2 video cards are always installed: integrated and discrete. The first is used to perform simple tasks. It does not differ in high performance, but it is much more economical to consume battery power.
Turn off the integrated video card
Discrete card is designed for games, graphic editors and other applications that require a lot of system resources. In order for Subnautica to work normally, you must manually tell the system that you need to use a discrete card to run this game.
How to setup:
 1. Right-click on the desktop and select "NVidia Control Panel" or similar for the Radeon.
 2. Go to the "Manage 3D settings" section.
 3. Click on the "Software Settings" tab.
 4. In the first paragraph, you need to specify the application for which the settings are changed.
 5. In the second step, "Choose your preferred graphics processor …", you should install a discrete video adapter.
 6. Apply changes, restart the computer.
Paging file extension
This method will help prevent critical play during peak times, but lags may appear instead. It is best to install an additional RAM card. It also happens that the game simply checks the amount of free memory and blocks its further work. Artificial increase in memory helps to completely get rid of problems with the game.
Algorithm of actions:
 1. Right-click on "This Computer" (the shortcut is on the desktop or in the "Start" menu) and select "Properties".
 2. Click on the item "Advanced system settings."
 3. In the "Performance" column, click on the "Parameters" button.
 4. Go to the tab "Advanced" and in the section "Virtual Memory" click on "Change".
 5. Remove the selection from "Automatically select volume …" and set the item "Specify size".
 6. Set the volume in megabytes equal to or greater than the amount of installed RAM.
Cleaning useless saves
If the problem arose due to the accumulation of savings, they can be very easily removed.
Step-by-step instruction:
 1. Open the folder with the game and go on the path Subnautica \ SNAppData \ SavedGames \.
 2. Each save is located within a separate directory. It remains only to select unnecessary saves and press the Del button on the keyboard.
All of the above should be enough for Subnautica to start working properly. This is usually what happens.
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I have 8 javascript file in html,how can i check if js file is loaded or not and also handle error if any one of the file is not loaded in cross browser
Thanks in advance!
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You can also use firebug to analyse which files gets loaded and which doesn't and the reasons for the files as to why aren't they getting loaded... – Mahendra Apr 19 '11 at 6:54
i must check whether the js is loading in all broswer also.so i need to display success msg,once the js is loaded – Tarun Apr 19 '11 at 7:08
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You could use "try catch" to avoid the errors when accessing non-existing function or data, and react as you want
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You can try using the "try-catch" block in javascript.
To use it you can call any one function / refer a variable of the file you want to check inside the try block. If it does not enter the 'catch' block then it means that the file is loaded.
You can also use Firebug to check which files gets loaded and which aren't and the errors as to why aren't they getting loaded.
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Use firebug or equivalent to spot 404's.
If a script loads in one browser, it will load in another browser, no crossbrowser issues here.
To handle load errors, use a script loading framework like RequireJS and dynamically load scripts.
Sidenote: Accept good awnsers to boost your own reputation, people will awnser questions faster/more often when you have a good rep.
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When adding a js file dynamically, have a line of script that adds an element to the DOM, with a certain unique ID... Then cHeck for existence of that element in the DOM. If that element exists, it means that the js file was loaded.
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you could add namespaces/global variables to every file and check as follows:
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Projecting meaning
Projecting meaning into Chinese characters
Chinese characters look complicated, but they're mostly made up of smaller simpler characters.
I love learning these because every character is like a tiny poem.
language = words 讠+ five 五+ mouth 口
So a language is words that five mouths speak? Brilliant!
thanks = words 讠+ body 身+ inch 寸
Hmmm... so.... when you say thanks, you speak words that give a body an inch of space? Interesting.
name = evening 夕 + mouth 口
So your real name is what's spoken by a mouth in the evening? That's kind of romantic.
They're so vivid. I try to imagine the historical or cultural meaning behind each one.
Projecting meaning into Talking Heads lyrics
Talking Heads were a great band from the late-70s to mid-80s. Their lyrics were really evocative and mysterious. Specific but vague. Made you wonder what they were really about.
Here's an example:
Watch out - you might get what you're after
Cool babies - strange but not a stranger
I'm an ordinary guy
Burning down the house
Everything's stuck together
I don't know what you expect staring into the TV set
Fighting fire with fire
All wet - hey you might need a raincoat
Shakedown - dreams walking in broad daylight
Three hundred sixty five degrees
Burning down the house
I read an interview with David Byrne from the Talking Heads who said that many of their lyrics were just random. Literally!
They would write evocative phrases onto little pieces of paper, then throw them into a bowl, and shuffle them up. Then they'd pull them out in random order, and put them into the song in that order. They did this because they liked how the listener creates meaning that wasn't intended.
Hearing one phrase next to another makes you assume they're connected in a meaningful way. But nope. It was just random. You made that meaning yourself.
Back to Chinese.
I have a Chinese dictionary called Wenlin that tells the history behind every character.
I looked up,, and the rest, and found that those characters are just phonetic. Those composite character bits were not chosen for their meaning, just their sound.
So... it seems I've just been putting the meanings into them, myself. They actually had no meaning.
But even knowing that, I choose to keep doing it. It's poetic. It's beautiful.
Projecting meaning into everything?
How many other things in life really have no meaning?
She was born April 12. He was born September 22. What does it mean?
One day you ride your bike instead of taking the bus. That day your usual bus gets into a big accident. What does it mean?
Black cat crosses your path as you walk under a ladder on Friday the 13th. What does it mean?
Nothing at all.
Nothing has inherent meaning. It is what it is and that's it.
We just choose to project meaning onto things. It feels good.
Even if presented with proof that it's totally random or neutral, we decide it has meaning anyway. It makes life more poetic and beautiful.
(And what if you've projected some bad meaning onto something, and it's getting you down? Don't forget that none of it is true. You're the one that put the meaning into it. You can just as easily take all the meaning out of it.)
P.S. Appropriate video: "Double rainbow! What does it mean?" smile


text: An international hydropower EngineeringProcurementConstruction(EPC)contractordesigner alliance model was established based on literature review to investigatethe cooperation methods between international hydropower engineering enterprises in China. Correlation analysis, hierarchy luster analysis and typical analysis have been adopted to analyze the data collected by questionnaires and interviews. The results addressed the interactions of the alliance factors and the relationships between incentives, alliance, and strategic partnership, which validated the model, and revealed the mechanism of alliance. The results of the survey data analysis demonstrate that: ① joint tendering is the basis for indepth cooperation between the contractor and the designer. After successfully wining the bid, two parties equitably allocate rewards/risks to enhance trust. Based on trust, effective communication is promoted, which enables the efficient circulation of information between the two parties, and thus allow problems encountered in project implementation to be solved in a timely manner. ② Alliances are underpinned by incentives, which promotes the development of partnerships; at the same time, a good partnership facilitates the implementation of incentives. The cooperative partnership between the contractor and the designer established in the implementation of the project lays a good foundation for longterm strategic cooperation. After the successful delivery of the project, the contractor and the designer are driven by incentives to share the project benefits, which helps them to establish a strategic alliance that enables joint tendering for future EPC projects, facilitating the expansion of their share of the international market.


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The semi-automatic QT4-40 brick making machine is a versatile and cost-effective option for producing high-quality bricks. It is designed to manufacture various types of bricks, including solid bricks, hollow bricks, and paving bricks. Here is an introduction to the key features and specifications of the QT4-40 semi-automatic brick making machine:
1. Semi-Automatic Operation: The QT4-40 brick making machine combines manual and automatic operations. It requires human intervention for loading raw materials, shifting finished bricks, and controlling the machine, while other functions such as mixing, molding, and demolding are automated.
2. Compact Design: The machine has a compact size, making it suitable for small-scale or limited-space production areas. Its lightweight and portable nature allow for easy relocation and on-site operation.
3. High-Quality Bricks: The QT4-40 brick making machine ensures the production of bricks with excellent quality. It uses a combination of vibration and compression methods to ensure proper compaction and uniformity in each brick.
4. Versatility in Brick Types: This machine can produce various sizes and types of bricks by simply changing the mold. It offers flexibility in producing different brick designs according to specific project requirements.
5. Cost-Effective: The semi-automatic operation of the machine offers cost savings in terms of labor and energy consumption. It is suitable for small businesses or startups that require efficient brick production without high initial investments.
6. Easy Operation: The machine features an intuitive control panel and user-friendly interface, making it simple to operate. It requires minimal training and technical expertise, allowing users with varying skill levels to operate the machine effectively.
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8. Maintenance and Support: The machine requires regular maintenance to ensure optimal performance. Reputable manufacturers usually provide comprehensive after-sales support, including maintenance guidelines, technical training, and access to spare parts.
The semi-automatic QT4-40 brick making machine is an ideal choice for small-scale brick production projects. Its compact design, versatility, cost-effectiveness, and ease of operation make it suitable for entrepreneurs or contractors looking to produce high-quality bricks for construction purposes.


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In 2003, the Fraternity welcomed Eta Lambda Chapter with members who are students at Santa Clara University. The University, founded in 1851 as Santa Clara College, is California's oldest institution of higher learning, established on the site of an original California mission located near San Francisco Bay. In 1961 women were accepted, and Santa Clara became the first coeducational Catholic university in California.
From the very beginning, Theta alumnae have distinguished themselves in their careers and their volunteer endeavors. In fact, some are so well-known that they're household names, and many have the distinction of being the first women in their professional fields. The archives takes this opportunity to recognize some of our more notable sisters.
Eta Lambda Historical Documents from the Archives
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Any one has any suggestion how to generate a TAB delimited file.
try using the sql worksheet:
select '234'||chr(9)||'234' from dual;
you'll get a tab-delimited section. just cut & paste.
It is better to ask and appear ignorant, than to remain silent and remain ignorant.
Oracle OCP DBA 9i,
C++, Java developer
That is right. CHR() is a function will return the charactor with the ascii value of integer. U can add char(10) just after the "TAB" character to indicate the new line.
go to [url]_URL_
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Leopard cat activity is higher with increased understory vegetation in oil palm plantations, which seems to result in reduced rat numbers
Leopard cats are known to use oil palm plantations as a hunting ground for rats, and have been proposed as a possible biological control for rodent pests in plantations. Related to this, there have been questions raised regarding how understory vegetation management in oil palm plantations [many places consider these weeds and clear them] may influence leopard cat use of these sites. Finally, a study examines these unknowns.
A recently published study by Hood et al. (2019) showed that leopard cat habitat use is higher with increased understory vegetation. They also demonstrate reduced rat numbers with higher leopard cat activity. The authors suggest that the results indicate that how oil palm plantations are managed can affect leopard cat use, and possible rodent control possibilities. All these only possible with their manipulative experiments on understory vegetation management.
Curiously, there was no effect of understorey vegetation on rat numbers or rat damage on oil palm in this study. It could be that the rats benefit from more vegetation, but the higher activity of leopard cats in those environment leads to higher rat predation level, which nullified the benefits to rats. Neat if that could somehow be studied in future.
Hood et al. (2019) Understory vegetation in oil palm plantations promotes leopard cat activity, but does not affect rats or rat damage. Frontiers in Forest and Global Change 2: 51. doi: 10.3389/ffgc.2019.00051


International Education Committee
The purpose of the International Education committee is to facilitate international, multicultural and cross-cultural experiences for faculty, staff and students of the Kremen School of Education and Human Development.
2012-2013 Goals:
 1. To seek funding and support for such international experiences.
 2. To establish priorities related to International Education.
 3. To consult on methods for the recruitment of international students.
 4. To engage in international recruitment, with the purpose of fulfilling a Kremen goal, "to negotiate at least one successful partnership with an overseas university to facilitate student and faculty exchange."


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We are the importer of Green Planet fertilisers for the Slovenian market!
Root Builder 4 L
Root Builder 4 L contains active microbiological organisms. The composition is completely organic. It increases the development of the root system, which is reflected in the growth of the fruit or the final crop later in the flowering stage. Root builder can be used for growing plants on soil and coconut substrate, but not for growing plants in hydroponics, circular systems. Do not use this product with hydrogen peroxide!
Root builder retains just the right amount of moisture around the root system and helps to treat the salinity of the substrate. The product keeps the active micro-organisms active for 5 years, which puts Root builder at the top of the competition.
- For soil and coconut substrate fertilisation and hydroponics
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WARNING! Over-fertilisation can harm soil and plants! Store in closed and dark places at room temperature! Keep out of the reach of children!


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Jiangsu Nantong Port Master Plan Approved
- Planning is of great significance to the construction of a modern comprehensive port
A few days ago, the Ministry of Transport and the People's Government of Jiangsu Province jointly approved the "Nantong Port Master Plan (2035)" (hereinafter referred to as the "Plan"). The approval of the "Planning" provides a strong guarantee for Nantong City to comprehensively promote excellent river expansion and river-sea linkage, in-depth implementation of the new sea port construction of Tongzhou Bay Yangtze River container transportation and the landing construction of a number of major port-related projects.
This round of "Planning" is guided by "together with large-scale protection, not large-scale development", embodies the concept of characteristic dislocation, transformation and improvement, intensive and efficient, green and low-carbon development, and proposes the development direction of Nantong Port "excellent river and sea, river and sea linkage". The overall planning pattern of "one port and four districts" of Nantong Port is clarified, which are three port areas along the river (such as Gao Port Area, Nantong Port Area, Tonghai Port Area) and one coastal port area (Tongzhou Bay Port Area).
The "Planning" was approved. For the coordinated development of Nantong Port and other ports in the Yangtze River Delta port group, we will continue to promote the adjustment, transformation and upgrading of the port structure, vigorously expand the port industry and modern logistics service functions, improve the level of tourist passenger services, and gradually develop into a layout It is of great significance to have a modern comprehensive port that is reasonable, capable, fully functional, safe and green, and coordinated with the port city. Editor / Xu Shengpeng
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Naming convention for join tables, in a many to many relationship, in Laravel
I have 3 tables.
The first two tables are Groups and Accounts.
 - An account can belong to many groups.
 - A group can have many accounts.
 - In other words it is a many to many relationship.
Therefore I need a 3rd table, which is a join table
What is the recommended naming convention of this join table in Laravel (or perhaps in general).
Is there any naming conventions?
I was planning to call it "GroupsAccountAssignment".
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The name of the pivot table should be account_group.
As given in laravel docs
To define this relationship, three database tables are needed: users, roles, and role_user. The role_user table is derived from the alphabetical order of the related model names, and contains the user_id and role_id columns.
Though, you can always overwrite the default naming convention like below:
Account Model:
return $this->belongsToMany('App\Group', 'GroupsAccountAssignment', 'account_id', 'group_id');


User Interaction Models for Disambiguation in Programming by Example UIST 2015
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Programming by Examples (PBE) has the potential to revolutionize end-user programming by enabling end users, most of whom are non-programmers, to create small scripts for automating repetitive tasks. However, examples, though easy to provide, are an ambiguous specification of the user's intent. Because of that, a key impedance in adoption of PBE systems is the lack of user confidence in the correctness of the program that was synthesized by the system.
We present two novel user interaction models that communicate actionable information to the user to help resolve ambiguity in the examples. One of these models allows the user to effectively navigate between the huge set of programs that are consistent with the examples provided by the user. The other model uses active learning to ask directed example-based questions to the user on the test input data over which the user intends to run the synthesized program.
Our user studies show that each of these models significantly reduces the number of errors in the performed task without any difference in completion time. Moreover, both models are perceived as useful, and the proactive active-learning based model has a slightly higher preference regarding the users' confidence in the result.


Why do people give to the United Way?
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 - Others like that someone else is checking to be sure the community's most critical problems are being targeted, not just band-aid solutions.
 - Still others appreciate the convenience of payroll deduction.
 - Some like that their donation can be directed to nearly any charity, anywhere they wish.
 - Everyone appreciates that they are helping those in need.
Why do employers like the United Way?
 - The United Way makes it easy for employers to help employees give back to their community. Many employers consider partnering with United Way as good corporate citizenship.
 - Since the United Way will direct employee donations to nearly any charitable organization, employers may choose to limit outside fundraising efforts.
 - Even the simplest payroll software accomodates payroll deduction. The employer simply sends one check to United Way on a monthly or quarterly basis. The United way does the work of keeping track of where the employee donations are directed.
Why do charities like the United Way?
 - Charities understand that United Way's trusted partnership with employers and their ability to utilize payroll deduction, is a powerful team that often results in larger donations directed to the charity.
 - Charities often suggest to their employees, their board members, and their supporters to take advantage of Donor Directed contributions and payroll deductions so that part, or all, of their donation benefits their organization.
 - Being a partner agency with United Way signals to the charity's donor that both the charity and the finances have been carefully reviewed by a third party.
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Observed relationships between maize yield and climate in Sri Lanka
Karunaratne, A.S. and Wheeler, T. (2015) Observed relationships between maize yield and climate in Sri Lanka. Agronomy Journal, 107 (1). pp. 395-405. ISSN _PHONE_
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The present study evaluated the effects of climate variability on maize (Zea mays L.) yield in Sri Lanka at different spatial scales. Biophysical data from the Department of Agriculture (DOA) in Sri Lanka for six major maize-growing districts (Ampara, Anuradhapura, Badulla, Hambantota, Moneragala, and Kurunegala) from 1990 to 2010 were analyzed. Simple linear regression models were fitted to observed climate data and detrended maize yield to identify significant correlations. The correlation between first differences of maize yield and climate (r) was further investigated at 0.50° grid scale using interpolated climate data. After 2003, significantly positive (p < 0.01) yield trends varied from 154 kg ha–1 yr–1 to 360 kg ha–1 yr–1. The correlations between maize yield and climate reported that five out of six districts were significant at 10% level. Rainfall had a consistent significant (p < 0.10) positive impact on maize yield in Anuradhapura, Hambantota, and Moneragala, where seasonal total rainfall together with high temperature ("hot-dry") are the key limitations. Further, the seasonal mean temperature had a negative impact on maize yield in Moneragala ("hot-dry"), the only district that showed high temperatures. Badulla district ("cold-dry") reported a significant (r = 0.38) positive correlation with mean seasonal temperature, indicating higher potential toward increasing temperatures. Each 1°C rise in seasonal mean temperature reduced maize yield by about 5% from 1990 to 2010. Overall, there was a reasonable correlation between district maize yield and seasonal climate in most of the districts within the maize belt of Sri Lanka.
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Games for children
In the past children used to play different games such as: Modry Chaber, Sitko, Wilk (names of Polish traditional games). These games are put together in one dancing composition and they are performed by the youngest group.
Extremely energetic dance Polka in 3 / 4 time, preceded by well-known song from the Opoczno region (called "Na Topoli"). This theme is developed into the medley of dances of Opoczno region ( Kowol, Szefc, Krzyżok, Polka of Kielce region)
Composed for the group of children medley of dances called Oberek (Polish folk dance) of Lowicz region.
KRAKOWIAK with Lajkonik
The first part is the medley of dances from the region of Cracow performed by the older group of children. The second part is performed by the teenager group and is danced in the form of traditional Krakowiak dance. This show also contains the appearance of Lajkonik (person dressed as a Tartar riding a wooden horse).
The medley of Silesian dances composed for the older group of children including such Silesian dances as: Koziorajka, Zajaczek, Mietlorz, Trojak (names of Polish folk dances of Silesia region)
The medley of dances of Opoczno region including such dances as: Polka of Kielce region, Zyd, Staroświecko polka, Oberek od Studzianny (names of Polish folk dances of Opoczno region)
Dances of Lublin region
The medley of dances of Lublin region including such dances as: Walczyk, Osa, Cygan, Oberek, Polka of Lublin region (names of Polish folk dances of Lublin region)
Dances of Zywiec Highlanders
This show contains the most characteristic elements of Zywiec region: Siustany, Circle, Hajduk, Obyrtki (names of Polish folk dances), spectacular elements essential for male Highlanders dance, polyphonic singing without support from the band.
Dances of Lowicz region
The medley of dances of Lowicz region including such elements as Polka, Oberek, Klapok (names of Polish folk dances of Lowicz region)


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Salt from waste heat
In areas where solar evaporation is insufficient for the purpose of salt production, the evaporation rate can be enhanced by utilising waste heat.
Conventional thermal salt evaporation processes employ expensive heat at temperatures well above 100°C. The THERMOSAL process utilizes residual waste heat for enhanced brine evaporation. Waste heat can be obtained from the cooling system of power generators, from processing plants or incinerators. It is inexpensive and ecological. The heat magnifies the evaporation rate of brines in open ponds and accelerates salt crystallisation. The starting material is saturated brine or sea water, rock salt or any other low quality salt. The pure crystal salt produced with the THERMOSAL process can reach vacuum salt quality at significantly lower cost.
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A tribute to the sacrifices of soldiers
Ahead of the 70th Independence Day Celebrations, the hill town of Dharamshala which is already famous for its cricket stadium and the Tibetian community residing there will get one more feature –A War Museum.
The museum which has come up at a cost of Rs 10 crores was inaugurated by Chief Minister Virbhadra Singh. He also laid the foundation stone of Freedom Fighters Memorial on Wednesday. Addressing the people of the State he said that he salutes the great heroes of freedom struggle and all those brave soldiers who laid down their lives for the sake of the Nation.
He said that the War Museum was a reminder of the sacrifices of the valiant soldiers of Himachal Pradesh. The Museum would acquaint visitors with the Nations first Param Vir Chakra recipient, the highest gallantry awardee, Major Somnath Sharma, late Captain Bikram Batra, Saurabh Kalia, and others who laid their lives for the sake of the Nation.
He also expressed his gratitude to the families of the valiant soldiers who had become martyrs.
He said that 52 brave soldiers from Himachal who died in the Kargil war will find mention in this War Museum so that generations to come will know about their valour.
The museum is spread over a total area of 2190 square metre with its outer walls displaying murals of heroic deeds. There is also Ashoka Pillar of dimension 5x2 feet, a Pakistan flag captured, regimental flags and Medium Machine Guns.


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While prior works on enclosure approach, guarantees the space utilization of a single geometrical area, mostly rectangle, this paper proposes a flexible enclosure tree layout method for partitioning various polygonal shapes that break through the limitation of rectangular constraint. Similar to Treemap techniques, it uses enclosure to divide display space into smaller areas for its sub-hierarchies. The algorithm can partition a polygonal shape or even an arbitrary shape into smaller polygons, rotated rectangles or vertical-horizontal rectangles. The proposed method and implementation algorithms provide an effective interactive visualization tool for partitioning large hierarchical structures within a confined display area with different shapes for real-time applications. We demonstrated the effective of the new method with a case study, an automated evaluation and a usability study. © 2013 ACM.
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The bumper and the fender are two areas that are often confused with each other. They seem interchangeable, but here we'll help you to understand them as bumper vs. fender.
Both bumpers and fenders have distinct functions. Bumpers are designed to protect your vehicle in the event of an accident, whereas fenders are meant to shield the wheels.
Bumper Vs. Fender – 10 Differences
"bumper" and "fender" are often used interchangeably in car parts. However, they are two distinct components with different functions.
Bumpers are parts on the front and back of cars. They protect the car during an accident. Bumpers are made of either plastic or metal and help keep the car safe if it hits something.
Fenders, on the other hand, are the panels that cover the wheels and are located on the sides of the vehicle.
They can also act as a buffer in a collision, but their primary function is to prevent dirt and debris from getting kicked up by the tires and damaging other parts of the car.
Knowing the difference between bumper and fender is important for car owners to understand the anatomy of their vehicle and address any repairs or replacements accordingly.
1. Manufacturing Materials Used For Each:
When it comes to vehicle manufacturing, various materials are used to craft different parts.
The bumper and fender, for example, are both structural elements that play a crucial role in protecting the car and its inhabitants from accidents and collisions.
Bumpers are typically made with thermoplastic olefins (TPO), durable and strong enough to absorb impact.
Conversely, fenders are often made with steel or aluminum as they need to withstand more force and wear.
Both types of bumpers or fenders have their good and bad points. Knowing these can help you choose the best repair or replace your bumper or fender.
2. The Difference In Size Between The Two:
The terms "bumper" and "fender" are often used interchangeably in car parts, but they have different purposes and sizes.
Bumpers are typically located at the front and rear of a vehicle and are designed to absorb impact and protect the car's body.
They are usually larger than fenders, which are panels on the sides of the car that protect it from debris and other elements.
While fenders are generally smaller than bumpers, they still play an important role in safeguarding the car's exterior and ensuring its longevity.
So next time you're discussing car parts, remember that bumper and fender might sound similar, but they are two different components with unique features.
3. Position On A Car:
Regarding the positioning of car parts, the bumper and fender are two notable features that hold different functions on a vehicle.
The bumper is usually situated at the front and rear of a car and is designed to absorb impact in a collision.
In contrast, the fender is a protective covering that shields the wheels and the frame from damage caused by debris, weather conditions, and unavoidable encounters.
While the bumper and fender seem interchangeable, they serve distinctive purposes in safeguarding and preserving a vehicle.
Understanding their roles can assist in maintaining the safety and longevity of a car's structure.
4. Impact On Interior Design And Aesthetics:
The bumper and fender are two important exterior elements in car design that affect function and aesthetics.
While the bumper serves as the first line of defense in protecting the car's body in case of an accident, the fender acts as a shield for the tires and suspension system.
As automakers work to improve the safety and design of their vehicles, the placement and design of these two elements play a critical role in the overall appearance of the car's exterior.
From curves and angles to materials and colors, the design of bumpers and fenders can greatly impact the interior design and overall aesthetic of the vehicle.
5. Protection By Bumper As Compared To A Fender:
The bumper and fender are two important parts for safeguarding your vehicle.
While both are designed to absorb impacts and protect the car body, their functions, and features differ significantly.
A bumper is usually placed at the front and rear of a vehicle and is intended to absorb most of the impact in a collision, helping to prevent damage to the car's body and other vital parts.
On the other hand, a fender is positioned on the sides of the car and is designed to prevent mud, water, and rocks from being kicked up and hitting the car's body.
Overall, while the bumper and fender contribute to a car's safety, a bumper offers a significantly higher degree of protection in the event of a collision.
6. Damage Resistance:
The bumper and the fender are the car parts most commonly damaged in car accidents.
While both parts are built to protect your vehicle during a collision, they have different purposes.
The bumper helps to protect the car from being damaged when you hit something. The fender helps keep dirt and rocks from flying up and hitting other vehicles.
In some cases, the bumper may take on more damage during minor accidents, while significant collisions may result in more damage to the fender.
Ultimately, it is difficult to determine which part takes on the most damage, as accidents can happen in varying circumstances.
However, what's important is ensuring that both parts are repaired correctly to ensure the safety of your vehicle.
7. The Cost Difference Between The Two:
While bumpers and fenders are essential parts of a car's exterior, their cost is significantly different.
Bumpers are typically more expensive than fenders because they function as a collision's first line of defense.
Bumpers are designed to absorb the impact, protecting the car's frame, while fenders are there to prevent debris from hitting the vehicle and enhance its aesthetics.
Bumpers have sensors and other safety features, which makes them more expensive.
Bumpers and fenders may look the same, but they do different things and cost different amounts of money.
8. Bumper vs. Fender Repair Costs:
If you've ever been in a fender bender, you know that the repair costs can add up quickly. But what is the difference between a bumper and a fender regarding repair costs?
Bumpers are typically designed to protect the car's body from damage in low-speed collisions.
Conversely, fenders are designed to protect the wheels and undercarriage from flying debris while driving.
Bumpers are strong and protect cars from damage. They are usually made with plastic or light metal, so they cost less to fix than fenders that use heavier metal.
In the end, the cost of repairing your car's bumper or fender will depend on the severity of the damage and the materials used for each part.
9. Best Practices For Bumper Vs. Fender Installation:
When installing bumpers and fenders, it is important to understand the differences between the two types of auto parts.
While both are critical components of your car's exterior, they serve distinct purposes.
Bumpers are designed to absorb impact in a collision, protecting both your vehicle and the passengers inside.
Fenders are important for your car. They help protect the wheels and prevent damage from other cars or things on the road. Different cars may need fenders put on in different ways.
However, it is essential to pay attention to proper alignment and secure attachment to ensure optimal performance and safety while driving.
10. Maintenance Of Bumpers Vs. Fenders:
Being aware of your car's different parts is crucial for its upkeep, including understanding the distinction between the bumper and fender.
While both serve a similar purpose in protecting your car, they require different maintenance methods.
Bumpers are typically made of plastic or metal and can be easily damaged in accidents, so inspecting them regularly for any cracks, dents, or scratches is important.
Conversely, fenders are generally sturdier and made of metal but can also be susceptible to dents and rust. Keeping them clean and free of debris can help prevent corrosion.
Understanding the differences between bumpers and fenders and how to maintain them properly can help keep your car looking and functioning at its best.
Are There Any Safety Benefits For Using One Over The Other?
It is crucial not to overlook the bumper and fender's significance in car safety. There might be some drivers who face difficulty in differentiating between these two components.
While you might believe these terms are interchangeable, there are a few key differences between them.
Both are designed to protect the car's body from minor accidents and impacts, but the bumper is usually considered the first line of defense.
The fender, on the other hand, insulates the wheels and prevents flying debris from causing harm.
So, are there any safety benefits to using one over the other? Well, it depends on the type of accident you might encounter.
For low-speed impacts, a properly installed bumper could distribute the impact's force more evenly across the car and minimize damage.
Fenders can help protect your car and the people inside if you drive in areas with lots of traffic.
Ultimately, the best approach is to have both installed and properly maintained to ensure maximum protection in various situations.
Bumpers and fenders are a vital part of the exterior design of any car. Both protect your vehicle from minor dents, scratches, and external impacts.
It is worth noting that both parts have different sizes, shapes, and materials depending on where they're located in the car.
Additionally, their main purpose is to protect the interior of the car from any debris but also act as an aesthetic element for its outlook.
Bumpers usually get damaged more in accidents. But different cars have different costs, repair possibilities, and functions regarding bumpers.
Knowing about these two components and their importance can help you maintain your car in better condition for longer periods – at reasonable costs!
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Is there any way, shape, or form that ultraviolet light is recorded by a digital sensor? Ideally, this question is related strictly to the sensor, without even a glass lens in between which could cut or block UV light. But of course I don't take pictures with a bare sensor, I also have a lens, so I'd also like to know how much UV gets to the sensor to begin with.
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Yes, digital sensors are indeed sensitive to UV light, as well as a considerable amount of the infrared spectrum. Most digital sensors are equipped with multi-coated, multi-layered filters that are designed to filter out the extended ranges of UV and IR. Generally speaking, filtered digital sensors are sensitive to a much broader range of light than the human eye, from about 250nm (the near-UV range) through visible light (400nm to 750nm), and down about 780nm (the IR range). Unfiltered, a digital sensor is sensitive to a far greater range, from deep UV (200nm, true UV) down to true IR (as far as 900nm) [#1]. It should be noted that sensitivity is not constant throughout this range, and falloff is fairly rapid and becomes significant the farther away from 380nm you go. Same goes for the IR range. Human eyesight ranges on average from about 390nm through 700nm, while some people are more sensitive and able to see from about 380nm through 750nm.
Despite the filtration applied to digital sensors, UV light is still a problem, and can affect color balance. In general, the ability to sense UV light is not a huge problem, as digital sensors have relatively weak sensitivity to blue, and the UV sensitivity is generally captured as blue. However, without proper filtration, UV dispersion can generate disruptive haze that can be captured by a digital sensor, which may result in a rather undesirable result.
It should be noted that optical glass filters out a considerable amount of UV light. Most UV wavelengths up to around 310nm are blocked by the glass of a camera lens, and the remainder from 310nm up through 380nm can be blocked with a UV/Haze filter. If one wishes to create images in the UV light range, special lenses are available. Non-standard materials such as quartz or calcium fluoride have a greater transparency to the UV spectrum. From a camera imaging perspective, most research shows the most interesting UV wavelengths probably lie between 250nm and 310nm [#2]. To get a clear UV shot, you may need to remove the UV filter that covers the sensor itself. This is similar to removing the IR filter when modifying a camera for IR work, or may involve removing the entire filter apparatus, which would remove both UV and IR filters at the same time (depends on the camera.)
 1. Infrared and ultraviolet imaging with a CMOS sensor having layered photodioedes
 - Introduction discusses unfiltered layered CMOS sensitivity range: 200nm - 1100nm
 - Layered CMOS (i.e. Foveon) tend to have a greater sensitivity range than bayer CMOS
 - Interesting discussion about the individual wavelength sensitivity of each color photosite (graphs included)
 - Seems a little out of date (2003/2004 period?), but still useful
 2. Digital Reflected-Ultraviolet Imaging
 - Older article from several years ago, covers reflected-UV imaging
 - Discussed the nature of UV imaging and how it differs from visual/IR imaging
 3. The Wratten 18A: A problematic filter for reflected-UV photography
 - Interesting article that uses an original Canon Rebel and a Wratten 18A filter to image UV
 - The Wratten 18A allows UV from ~290nm through 400nm
 - The older Canon Rebel CMOS sensor seems to image this wavelength range well
 4. Visible Light CMOS Sensors
 - Page 7 has a graph of CMOS vs. Human Eye sensitivity
 - Stops at 400nm, but shows that the CMOS sensitivity curve is still quite high at that point, and falls off at a moderate curvature (likely ends around 250nm-290nm)
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Wow, lots of good information here. Do you have any sources to cite? – jfklein13 Aug 9 '10 at 21:11
I do, however they are bookmarked at home. Also, sadly, most of them were PDF scientific papers. The best one had to do with scientific imaging in UV, and discussed alternative lens element materials like quartz and fluoride derivatives. I'll see if I can dig them up. – jrista Aug 9 '10 at 21:25
I am not sure I actually bookmarked any of the stuff I've read about IR and UV imaging with digital cameras. There is a moderate amount of information available on the subject, but I remember most of it being contained within PDF's, usually some scientific paper or official study of some kind. I will have to redo my searches to get you citeable references. – jrista Aug 10 '10 at 17:34
The widely accepted view is that they are not. However, see this description of empirical tests (from 2004) which seems to establish that the digital sensors tested were UV sensitive, albeit much less so than is film.
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This "accepted" view is generally only because most of the published specifications only provide sensor light absorption and sensitivity information from about 400nm through 750nm, the visible light range. Most of this information indicates that the blue photosites on a sensor peak at around 380-400nm, but do not show where they begin. Independent third-party studies show that the UV sensitivity of digital CCD and CMOS sensors starts much higher, from 250nm down to as low as 200nm. – jrista Aug 9 '10 at 18:30
Yes, they are as pointed out. But I want to add that sensors in digital cameras are not actually digital.
The Image sensor converts light into an electronic signal. Just because it's electronic, doesn't mean it has to be digital. There are analog signals and digital signals. both of which are electronic.
After this it goes through an analog-to-digital converter. Well, it actually goes through an amplifier before this but anyhow. This is where it then becomes digital and can be processed, compressed and all what ever else it's been programmed to do.
Just thought I'd put that out there.
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Sunday, July 17, 2011
An International Peace Pole was planted at Friedensaal Evangelical Lutheran Church, Seven Valleys, Pennsylvania (which is located in southern York County) as part of their 2011 Vacation Bible School. The Peace Pole was dedicated on Sunday, July 17th, 2011 as part of the Sunday worship.
The theme of the 2011 Vacation Bible School was "God Loves All the Children of the World." The truth taught was: God loves each one of us; therefore we are to love one another and live in peace with one another. Being peacemakers was encouraged among all the age-groups of the children. They are the generation that gives us all hope for peace in this world.
The four message plaques on our Peace Pole bear the prayer "May Peace Prevail on Earth" in four languages:
ENGLISH – the language of our nation
GERMAN – in honor of the language of the German immigrant forefathers and foremothers who founded Friedensaal Church
("Friedensaal" means Hall of Peace in German)
SWAHILI – in honor of our sister Lutheran Synod, the Konde Diocese in Tanzania
JAPANESE – in honor of Ryan George Degucci, his Japanese-American grandson who was born in Japan, by George Scoufalos
The Peace Pole at Friedensaal is planted in a prominent place adjacent to the Hall of Hope, the new large Social Hall of the congregation.
It stands in the middle of a new flower garden in which the children of the Vacation Bible School planted the flowers.
The Peace Pole was hand-crafted and constructed for longevity by one of the congregations members, Mr. Hans Breden.
May Peace Prevail On Earth.
The Reverend Margareta M. Breden
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No, this is not a new Nintendo Wii game. This is actually research project at the University of Southern Denmark. The project is called Casmobot (Computer Assisted Slope Mowing Robot). 'The Casmobot project is about making grass cutting more efficient,' said Kjeld Jensen, a robotics researcher at the University of Southern Denmark who developed the system. It uses a standard Wiimote that communicates via Bluetooth to a computer and robotics module built into the mower. Actions of the mower are matched to tilt actions of the remote. For example, if you tilt the remote down the mower moves forwards; tilt it up, and it moves backwards, and so on. The Wiimote can be used to control the mower manually or in computer-assisted mode, where the mower uses autonomous navgiation based on RTK GPS positioning to cut larger areas."
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What is PRIDE?
PRIDE is making a commitment to take Personal Responsibility in Delivering Excellence. PRIDE is an attitude, a way of life. The PRIDE programme establishes a culture of service excellence throughout the Cayman Islands.
Cayman PRIDE strives to:
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 - Distinguish the Cayman Islands from other Caribbean destinations
 - Increase our visitors' intent to return and recommend the Cayman Islands to others
 - Ensure a promising and sustainable future for our islands
 - Improve and enhance our community and our quality of life
Why invest in PRIDE?
Tourism plays a major role in our economy. The Government is funding the PRIDE programme as part of its ongoing mandate to enhance the Cayman Islands' competitiveness as a tourism destination and ensure the long-term sustainability of tourism in the country. The world spends over $500 billion on tourism yearly. By raising the level of customer service, we will be able to obtain a greater share of the tourism market.
Who participates in PRIDE?
Each member of our community plays a role in tourism. Those employed in tourism-related industries will be invited to receive PRIDE training. Our hope is that everyone living in the Cayman Islands will embrace PRIDE, not just as a way of delivering service excellence, but as a way of life.
How does PRIDE work?
Behavioural and operational service standards are agreed upon and set by tourism industry partners. Mystery shopping is used to identify strengths and training opportunities as well as provide interactive training programmes. Periodic quality checks are conducted to measure all progress in delivering excellence to guests.
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Statement of Significance (as of designation - April 11, 1989):
The world's only surviving four-masted, full-rigged ship, FALLS OF CLYDE (1878) is the oldest surviving American tanker and the only surviving sailing oil tanker left afloat. Built during a shipbuilding boom inspired by increasing trade with the United States, the ship made several voyages to American ports while under the British flag. Sold to American owners in 1898, it gained American registry by a special act of Congress in 1900. Henceforth she was involved in the nationally important Hawaiian trans-Pacific sugar trade and later in transporting petroleum as a bulk cargo carrier.


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Mississippi is one of the warmest region in the United States with an average daily high temperature of 25 degrees centigrade. The climate is almost moderate, but also offers a few sultry months with high humidity and high temperatures. In 7 months the average temperatures are over 25 degrees. Pleasant water temperatures of up to 30 degrees even invite you to take a bath in the warm season. Dued to the lesser rain the best time for traveling is from September to November. The most rain days occur from in July.
› Overview: Climate in the United States
› Duration of daylight and sunshine in the United States
hours of sunshine per day rainy days per month Precipitation in mm/day Relative humidity in % Water temperature Absolute humidity in g/m³ (approx.)
The most important cities in the region of Mississippi
Mississippi is a part of the United States and has an east-west extension of about 280 km. From north to south it is approximately 520 km. The biggest cities are Jackson and West Gulfport. The local time is now Wednesday, 1:30 pm.
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What is the Practicum Administration System (PAS)?
The PAS is an online database which uses an algorithm to match students with interviews and practicums based on student selections from the available opportunities. Each student has a profile on the PAS. Students use the PAS to view descriptions of available practicums, make their interview selections, view finalized practicum assignments and submit their self-evaluation. Field instructors use the PAS to provide information about their practicum, view assigned student names, and submit evaluations.


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We propose a new iterative algorithm for computing smooth cross fields on triangle meshes that is simple, easily parallelizable on the GPU and finds solutions with lower energy and fewer cone singularities than state-of-the-art methods.
Our approach is based on a formal equivalence, which we prove, between two formulations of the optimization problem. This equivalence allows us to eliminate the real variables and design an efficient grid search algorithm for the cone singularities. We leverage a recent graph-theoretical approximation of the resistance distance matrix of the triangle mesh to speed up the computation and enable a trade-off between the computation time and the smoothness of the output.
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JD Vs. LLB Law Degree
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The law degrees J.D. and LL.B. have similarities and differences. They are awarded primarily based on the country standard where the degree is earned, and are both considered a first-level law degree.
1 Definition of J.D. and LL.B Degrees
The J.D. degree stands for Juris Doctor, and the LL.B. Degree stands for Legum Baccalaureus, which literally means Bachelor of Laws. A J.D. degree is required in most states to gain entrance to the bar.
2 History of the LL.B. Degree
The LL.B. is based on English "common law." Until the mid-1960s, it was the benchmark law degree for all common law countries, including the U.S. In the 1970s, U.S. law schools changed to the J.D. degree. Although the LL.B. degree was the standard law degree in Europe for hundreds of years, in 1820, Harvard University became the first American university to award the LL.B. degree.
3 Differences Between the Two
Unlike the bachelor-level LL.B., the J.D. is a post-graduate, three-year professional law degree. In addition to being the standard degree to practice law in the U.S., the J.D. is becoming more customary in Canada, Hong Kong, Australia and elsewhere.
4 Curriculum Similarities
Although each degree's curricula focus on the practice of law, the LL.B. is more academic in nature. The recipient of an LL.B. may require further accreditation before entering practice, depending on the country. This may not apply in countries where the LL.B. is earned as a post-graduate degree. In such cases, the LL.B. and J.D. may be treated equally.
5 Misconceptions
While the J.D. degree is technically a doctoral degree, recipients are not addressed as "Dr." That is reserved for a more advanced law degree -- for example, Doctor of Juridical Science, or J.S.D.