text: Fluid flow tests were conducted on four kinds of fracture intersections, namely straight fracture intersection, buckling fracture intersection, crossing fracture intersection and furcating fracture intersection. Corresponding numerical simulations were performed by solving the Navier-Stokes equations. The resultant flow force per- pendicular to fracture walls were derived. The results show that at high hydraulic gradients the increased normal resultant force perpendicular to fracture walls will change the original flow direction and consequently cause the formation of eddies which triggers flow nonlinearity. Greater buckling angle and smaller crossing angle would result in the onset of nonlinear flow at a higher critical hydraulic gradient for the cases of buckling and crossing fracture intersections. The critical hydraulic gradient for the case of furcating fracture intersection depends on the absolute angle between furcating flow and the original flow direction. Based on the analyses, three nonlinear models for coefficient B in the Forchheimer law corresponding to three cases of fracture intersections are pro- posed, which are related to the fracture intersection angle and hydraulic aperture. These models are further validated using flow experimental data from a real fracture network created in a rock specimen with the cor- responding fracture model constructed using the computed tomography (CT) method.


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1. As Cisco grew into an industry giant did they use a product or function orientation? Why? Would you have used the same orientation? 2. After the 2001 restructuring did Cisco change their product/function orientation? Was this the right thing to do? Why? 3. Before the restructuring, how did Cisco cultivate their culture? How would you describe their culture? Did they have any rituals, ceremonies, or myths? Did the culture support their mission? 4. What types of incentives/motivations did Cisco use in their customer focus initiative? Was it effective? How could you have improved the initiative? 5. How did Cisco manage their restructure and re-allignment? What do you think would have been the response to this change? Could they have managed it better? How? Was the loss in sales a result of the change? Explain. 6. If you were Allred would you continue the current path despite a dip in sales and market share or would you try a new approach? Explain. Remember this is a capstone case. That means that the goal is to apply all of the knowledge gained from this course to complete this case study.
During the birth and earlier years of Cisco, their business focus was providing networking products for institutions that wanted to integrate their communication and information systems together in a network. They designed and developed routers and bridges to allow people to manage connections from computers who once spoke different communication languages. They had a very strong product orientation, because at the time, that's all they were providing. As cisco grew in to the giant they were becoming, they maintained that product orientation and increased their offered lineup of networking products, eventually gaining the ability to supply everything a user needed to set up an entire network. Cisco's product orientation was a fantastic orientation for the beginning years of their business, but during the late 1990's, internet and networking was picking up at an...
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text: Ignatius Insight Scoop: A spectacular discovery was recently made in the Bavarian State Library, in the process of cataloguing the Greek manuscripts from the collection of Johann Jakob Fuggers. While cataloguing a manuscript, Philologist Marina Molin Pradel identified numerous texts of sermons on the Psalms by Origen of Alexandria (AD 185 – 253/54), the most important theologian of the early Christian church before Augustine–sermons which until now had not been known in the original. The importance of this find cannot be overestimated. The attribution to Origen was confirmed, with the highest degree of certainty, by internationally recognised Origen expert Lorenzo Perrone from the University of Bologna. Read more here.

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Does personality moderate reaction and adaptation to major life events? Evidence from the British Household Panel Survey
A nationally representative panel study of British households was used to examine the extent to which Big Five personality traits interact with the experience of major life events (marriage, childbirth, unemployment, and widowhood) to predict increases and decreases in life satisfaction following the event. Results show that major life events are associated with changes in life satisfaction, and some of these changes are very long lasting. Personality traits did not have consistent moderating effects on the association between stressful life events and life satisfaction over time.
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Life-Cycle Hypothesis (LCH)
Definition of 'Life-Cycle Hypothesis (LCH)'
The Life-Cycle Hypothesis (LCH) is an economic theory that pertains to the spending and saving habits of people over the course of a lifetime. The concept was developed by Franco Modigliani and his student Richard Brumberg. LCH presumes that individuals base consumption on a constant percentage of their anticipated life income. An example supporting the hypothesis is that people save for retirement while they are earning a regular income (rather than spending it all when it is earned).
Investopedia explains 'Life-Cycle Hypothesis (LCH)'
The Life Cycle Hypothesis concludes that the average propensity to consume is greater in both young and aging individuals, since they are borrowing against future income (in the case of young individuals) or using savings (as with aging or retired individuals). Middle-aged people, on the other hand, have a greater propensity to save and a lower propensity to consume, enhanced by a typically higher income.
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167. Intersection of unsorted arrays
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Given two arrays, find the intersection(items occur in both arrays)
 1. arrays are not sorted, and might have duplicates.
 2. you can modify the arrays
 3. you can return the items in any order, but without duplicates.
This is an easy problem, What is the time & space complexity of your approach?
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Answer: Taste with Their Legs
Some species of butterflies have a rather curious talent that we should all be glad humans do not possess: they can taste via their legs. These butterflies have special hairs on their legs called gustatory sensilla that are the same specialized hairs found on their mouths and antenna that function as taste receptors.
How does tasting via their legs help the butterflies? By tasting the leaves they alight on, they can immediately determine if the plant is a suitable host for their eggs. In a world where predators are many and dallying on a plant is dangerous, the ability to instantly determine if the plant they've landed on is hostile or an ideal spot to leave their young offers a huge advantage.
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1. A way in which two or more objects are connected, associated, or related, or (at a different level) a polyadic predicate symbolizing such a relation. See attribute, predicate logic
[Glossary of First-Order Logic]
2. A subset of the product of two sets, R : A x B. If (a, b) is an element of R then we write a R b, meaning a is related to b by R. A relation may be: reflexive (a R a), symmetric (a R b => b R a), transitive (a R b & b R c => a R c), antisymmetric (a R b & b R a => a = b) or total (a R b or b R a).
See equivalence relation, partial ordering, pre-order, total ordering.
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Poll: Parents want kids to avoid political careers
July 5th, 2013
10:00 AM ET
2 years ago
Poll: Parents want kids to avoid political careers
(CNN) – Parents often dream about their child's future, but a career in politics seems more like a nightmare to many.
Nearly two-thirds–64%–of Americans would not like their child to pursue a political career, compared to 31% who think that would be a good path, according to a Gallup survey released Friday.
That number has remained relatively consistent since Gallup began asking about sons and daughters in 1993. Those who approved of a career in politics for their child have fluctuated between 61% and 71%.
With the country recovering from a bitter presidential campaign and with the approval ratings of Congress hovering just above 10%, it's no surprise that parents want their children to avoid one of the least-liked professions among Americans.
A Gallup survey released last month showed Congress ranking last among 16 society institutions in terms of confidence levels from the American people. The military placed first, small business came in second, church and organized religion came in third and the presidency came in fourth.
Breaking it down by demographics, nonwhites are much more likely than whites to say they would like to see their child go into politics, according to Gallup. By a margin of 42% to 26%, nonwhites say they'd like their son to have a political career, and 45% to 25% say they'd like their daughter to do the same.
There is little difference between ideologies, though Democrats and independents are slightly more likely than Republicans to want their child to go into politics. Men are also a little bit more likely than women to want their sons and daughters to choose a politically-related career.
Interestingly, the numbers significantly change according to the order of the questions. Americans are much more likely to say they want their daughter or son to go into politics when they're asked about a daughter first. Thirty-seven percent say they'd like to see their daughter go into politics; when followed up with a question about a son going into politics, an equal amount say they would like that kind of future for their son.
However, when Gallup switched up the order and asked about a son first, the number of those wanting to see a son go into politics drops 12 percentage points to 25%. When asked about a daughter next, 26% said they would like their daughter to go into politics–also a sharp decrease.
Thirty-one percent marks the average of both genders when considering the order of the questions. Gallup says the answering trend has been consistent in the past.
"This suggests that Americans may be interpreting the question as one about gender equality when asked about a daughter first, and therefore that makes them more likely to favor a political career for their children of either sex," read a release that came with the poll. "When asked about a son first, Americans may interpret the question as more straightforward one about the desirability of a political career and are less likely to favor it for either a son or daughter in that circumstance."
While Gallup started asking about daughters in 1993, the polling institution has been questioning Americans about sons since 1944. Curiously, the number of those wanting to see their son go into politics has changed little since then, when it stood at 21%. The highest point ever was in 1965, when 36% said they wanted to see their son go into politics. This was a time when "Americans were still rallying around President Johnson after he took office following the death of John F. Kennedy," the release stated.
Gallup surveyed 2,048 American adults by telephone from June 20-24, with a sampling error of plus or minus three percentage points.
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 1. Donkey Party
 The problem is with the question. Nobody should ever consider a "career" in politics, that's part of the problem with politics, and why there should be term limits.
 July 5, 2013 10:50 am at 10:50 am |
 2. Thomas
 Anthony David Weiner is an American politician.
 Politics is my life
 July 5, 2013 11:22 am at 11:22 am |
 3. PaulCat
 I would love for my child to have a career in politics. He can get paid $200,000 a year for doing nothing. I would tell him to ask for a raise everytime he need to take a vacation.
 July 5, 2013 11:27 am at 11:27 am |
 4. plain&simple
 You need consistency in politics,just like any other job. By the time you get good and develope relationships that cross the aisle.....you're gone because of some arbitrary time limit. No thanks. To much turmoil. Stop the moving of district lines to suit whoever is in power and we will get a fairer representation!
 July 5, 2013 11:34 am at 11:34 am |
 5. Rick McDaniel
 That would also apply to the legal profession, then, as the corruption of politics comes directly from the corruption of the legal profession.
 The perfect example, resides in the WH, at this moment.
 July 5, 2013 11:43 am at 11:43 am |
 6. S.B. Stein
 I wouldn't mind my kids going into politics. I would like to be there to help them out as best I could hoping I wouldn't be a liability to them (weird dad who hopes that science and rational thinking guides policy). I don't think that they would only because they (and I) don't have the money for it. It takes too much money to run for office; even the local races cost too much.
 July 5, 2013 11:45 am at 11:45 am |
 7. Borderless
 Well of course I wouldn't my kids to go into politics. When they are adults, I would hope they act would like adults.
 July 5, 2013 11:59 am at 11:59 am |


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A recent article by the Chicago Tribune outlines the debate the State of Illinois is having in determining whether nursing homes should be required to allow video cameras to be installed in patient rooms in order to document the type of care the nurses are providing to their patients.
The article explains that there are two sides to the debate, and even patient advocates are skeptical that cameras are a good idea in all circumstances. Right now, there are about five states that allow a family to install a camera in their loved one's room. Each state's law is a little different, but a few things must be considered about the use of cameras in nursing homes, such as:
- The loss of privacy that nursing home residents would suffer as a result of the cameras always being on;
- The expense of the equipment and the occasional monitoring of the videos;
- The effect, both positive and negative, that recording patient interactions may have on the nursing home as a workplace;
- The admissibility of the tapes in civil or criminal suits against the nursing home and its employees; and
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The Belgian railway manager, Infrabel, in collaboration with FPS Mobility, has sent an email to drone pilots asking them to keep some distance from railway infrastructure, such as railways and overhead wires.
Five meters away
The email message was sent by the UAS team of the Federal Public Service Mobility and Transport. The mail calls on drone pilots in the Open category to keep at least five meters away from railways and not to fly a drone near overhead wires, because of the risk of radio signal interference. The safety of train drivers and railway staff is cited as the reason for the call.
Unlike in the Netherlands, there is no ban in Belgium on conducting Open category drone flights over railway lines. In the Netherlands, according to the Unmanned Aircraft Regulation, a minimum horizontal distance from railway lines of 25 meters for Open subcategories A1/A2 and 150 meters for Open subcategory A3 applies.
You can read the full email as sent by the UAS team below.
"Dear drone community,
Infrabel manages the rail network and infrastructure such as tracks and overhead wires in Belgium. Infrabel has defined safety measures for external operators to fly drones near or above the railway infrastructure, with the intention that these flights do not constitute an obstacle or a safety risk for the infrastructure and rail traffic, for Infrabel's personnel.
Safety precautions for flying your drone near or over railway infrastructure:
Be careful not to fly within 5 meters of the track as the turbulence from the train's wake can throw the drone off balance. It is also recommended that the pilot is no closer than 5 meters to the runway.
Avoid flying over overhead wires (between 3000V and 25000V) as this may interfere with the drone's radio transmissions and electronic systems.
FYI, a collision between a drone and a train traveling at 160 km/h can be fatal for the train driver. All these risks can lead to accidents and incidents that not only cause serious human and material damage, but also lead to disruptions to rail traffic with economic damage in terms of punctuality.
Any accident on the railway infrastructure (catenaries or tracks) must be reported immediately to the Infrabel traffic control center.
These guidelines can be consulted on _URL_ or _URL_ For all questions regarding drone flights or drone operators flying in the vicinity of or above the railway domain, please contact Infrabel's Drone Competence Center.
The UAS team wishes you a pleasant and safe flight."
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Every day, we see Victorian clients facing crippling uncertainty about their fines that are a direct consequence of their homelessness. Although the new fines system has some positive reforms for people experiencing homelessness, many are not working in practice. The need for further reforms to Victoria's fines system was recognised by the Fines Reform Advisory Board's recommendations in December 2020 and the Victorian government's response.
The first opportunity is to introduce a reformulated special circumstances 'nexus test', which will make the fines review process fairer and more accessible. The second opportunity relates to making Fines Victoria's fines-enforcement review decisions final and binding. If both of these recommendations are implemented, they would reduce the adverse impact of fines on Victorians experiencing homelessness, as well as improve efficiencies and decrease the backlog of matters for Fines Victoria and the Magistrates' Court.
As Victorians continue to feel the social and economic impacts of COVID-19, improving the fines system is essential for our community's recovery process.


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The Federal Highway Administration indicates that about 85,000 bridges in the United States have no original contract documents with information about the type, depth, geometry and material of their foundations (FHWA, 2010). Furthermore, the National Bridge Inventory (NBI) provides information about 86,133 bridges nationwide that are rated as scour critical because of unknown foundation condition. In New Mexico, there are more than 281 bridges with unknown foundations, which are owned by the New Mexico Department of Transportation; 71 of these are timber bridges. These data indicate a serious problem that needs decisive action to assess the unknown bridge foundation characteristics (types and depths of foundation) in order to evaluate the scour safety risk of timber bridges in New Mexico.
The objective of this study was to investigate the effectiveness of using the Sonic Echo (SE) method to determine unknown bridge foundation depths. The SE method was observed to be suitable for determining unknown pile depths for bridges that are supported by timber pile abutments or timber pile bents. The SE test method provides reliable and reasonable results for determining all tested piles with an accuracy of ±15 percent. The SE tests were conducted on seventeen timber piles in different locations in New Mexico. The success rate of using the Sonic Echo method to determine the depth of unknown bridge piles is 94%. The range of the depths of tested timber piles was 16 feet to 38 feet.
Sonic Echo Test Conducted on Timber Piles, Sound Wave Calculation within Timber Pile, Effectiveness of Sonic Echo Test on Timber Pile.
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Dr. Rafiqul A. Tarefder
Jwary, Ali F.. "PRACTICAL CONSIDERATIONS IN DETERMINING TIMBER PILE DEPTH USING THE SONIC ECHO METHOD." (2017). _URL_


In 2009-2010 alone, at least 253 people died attempting to cross the southern AZ Border. Border Patrol practices in the desert routinely increase the risk of death in the desert by dispersing groups with helicopters, impeding search and rescue efforts, and vandalizing life-saving resources such as food, water, and blankets.


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Windows server by default has many restrictions, and security options enabled. One such feature may cause some downloaded files to be locked.
For example, if you download an installation file from some unknown source and try to execute it, it just won't start, and it would look like nothing is happening - this most likely means a file is locked by the system. You can resolve this by following these steps:
- Press the right mouse button on the file that isn't opening;
- Select "Properties" from the list;
- Select tab "General";
- At the bottom of it you will see the following:
- To unlock the file, simply check the "Unblock" checkbox and then apply the changes.
Once this is done, you will be able to install the software or open a locked file.


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Tue February 19, 2013
WMU speaker considers "health equity"
The federal government says black babies are up to three times more likely to die than white infants. And the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention say more African-Americans suffer from high blood pressure than whites do. Those and other disparities in health and health care are the subject of the annual Burian Lecture on Wednesday, February 20th, at Western Michigan University.
Brian Gibbs is an assistant professor at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. He says the problem involves much more than differences in rates of disease. That's because minorities disproportionately live in areas with high poverty rates and more pollution as well as lower access to health care services and healthy food.
Gibbs says differences in a person's situation can have big effects on the results of health care that is available. He says the first step toward solving the problem is getting more and better data to determine what exactly the challenges are.
The training of physicians, nurses, and other health care workers is also an issue. Gibbs says doctors and others should be trained to be able to deal appropriately with patients from all backgrounds.
Gibbs' public presentation Health Inequality: Barriers, Challenges, and Solutions at WMU's Fetzer Center starts Wednesday at 5:30 p.m. and is sponsored by Western's College of Health and Human Services. Gibbs will also give the keynote address Diversity and Inclusion: Preparing Ourselves to Advance Health Equity at a conference Thursday in Western's Health and Human Services Building. The conference is from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and is also open to the public.


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AB Development Studies Program
The Bachelor of Arts major in Development Studies was established in 1986. This degree program is ideal for individuals who want to make effective contributions to the continuing effort to improve Philippine society. It combines analytical rigor with practical considerations of development dynamics in the Philippines. Its curriculum provides a healthy balance of socio-economic theories, policy analysis and research and management tools. In a world where "development" in its various dimensions is a central concern and need, systematic theoretical and practical training in this field of study serves as a distinct advantage for the graduates of the AB Development Studies Program.
Development Management involves the application of management principles and practices to the context of social development. The Minor in Development Management is being offered by the Development Studies Program in response to the increasing need for good managers working with social development institutions – managers who do not only have a mastery of development concepts but who also possess management skills that will make them effective change agents. The minor is open to all undergraduate students of the Loyola Schools.


Where are polar bears found in Newfoundland?
Polar Bears are most frequently spotted on the Great Northern Penninsula but Polar Bears have been seen as far south as St. John's on the southern Avalon Peninsula, Fogo Island, the Witless Bay Ecological Reserve, and pretty much every coastal community in Newfoundland and Labrador.
Are there bears in Newfoundland island?
The Newfoundland black bear (Ursus americanus hamiltoni) is a morphologically distinct subspecies of the American black bear which is endemic to the island of Newfoundland in Atlantic Canada.
Are there wolves in Newfoundland?
A quick wiki search will tell you the Newfoundland wolf (a subspecies of the grey wolf) is long gone and that the only canine on the island is the coyote, which was recently introduced.
Are there grizzly bears in Newfoundland?
Newfoundland does not have the American Brown bear (Grizzly Bear). Grizzly Bears will stand their ground if you encounter them. Black bears will try to avoid encounters with humans. NL, like Ontario has the Black Bears.
Do polar bears eat humans?
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Do polar bears eat penguins?
What is the warmest temperature a polar bear can live in?
The warmest areas in summer are inland regions of Siberia, Alaska, and Canada where temperatures can reach as high as 32°C (90°F). The ocean temperatures in the Arctic are about -1.5°C (29°F) in summer.
Can a polar bear survive in warm weather?
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Effective in version 10.4.0, you can configure resources to extract metadata about data sources or other resources in the catalog referenced by the resource. Examples include source and target tables in PowerCenter mappings, and source tables and files from Tableau reports. These referenced data sources are referred to as Reference Resources and the assets included in the data sources are referred to as reference assets. You can view the reference resources and reference assets in Enterprise Data Catalog applications. To view the complete lineage in Enterprise Data Catalog, you can perform connection assignments for the reference resources. You can perform connection assignments between the reference resources and the resources you configure in Enterprise Data Catalog for the reference resource data sources.
You can configure the following resources to extract metadata about data sources or other resources in the catalog referenced by the resource:
Informatica Intelligent Cloud Services
SQL Server Integration Service
For more information, see the
Informatica 10.4.0 Catalog Administrator Guide
Informatica 10.4.0 Enterprise Data Catalog User Guide.


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Q: Hello Dave:
I started growing chile pepper plants about a month ago now. Most of them seem to be doing quite well except for my Red Savina and Hawaiian sweet-hots. I know these have long growing seasons, but are they slow starters?
A: Hello Michael:
The rate of growth of chiles varies widely among varieties and individual plants. This is called plant vigor and seems to be a combination of genetics and environment. Sometimes slow starters will really take off later in the season and catch up with the other plants. Sometimes they just lack vigor and do not produce well. It's all part of the wonders of nature.


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WELL Hosts Manual PART IX: LINKING TOPICS BETWEEN CONFERENCES
It is possible to "link" a topic from one conference to another. When this is done, the linked topic will appear in both conferences with exactly the same title and text, but with a different topic number in each conference. Users in either conference can respond to the topic, and all new responses will appear in the linked topic in both conferences. Topics can even be linked between several conferences. (As a Featured conference host, you can only link topics *into* your own conference. You cannot link topics from your conference out to conferences not hosted by you. Independent conferences do not support linking, though a Featured conference host may link an Independent topic into his or her conference with permission.)
9.1 Advantages & Disadvantages
Linking a topic presents a unique set of advantages and disadvantages to ordinary topics. The obvious advantage is that a topic which is germane to two or more conferences can appear in both or all. For example, some topics might well belong in both the Science Conference and our imaginary Mesozoic Life Conference. But some users may only frequent one of these conferences. Linking a topic between them makes the topic available to all users who visit either conference. A user who visits both conferences will see the linked topic in each conference until he/she "forgets" the topic in one or the other.
The disadvantages to linking topics are less obvious, but very important. First and foremost is the issue of a topic's compatibility between two conferences. Different conferences have different rules, expectations and userships. It's entirely possible (and, indeed, it has happened) that a topic whose subject matter appears to apply to two conferences is a poor choice for linking because the people in one conference expect the subject to be discussed in one context, and the people in the other conference expect it to be discussed in another context. Such links can lead, inadvertently, to misunderstandings between both the participants and hosts of the different conferences.
For example, the Mesozoic Life conference is full of serious discussion, scientific fact, and proven biological premise. The TV conference is a much more social atmosphere with discussions geared towards popular culture, the production aspects of broadcasting and general banter. Someone starts a topic in Mesozoic Life on National Geographic specials that the hosts then link into the tv conference. Suddenly you have a topic full of clashing dialogue between scientific fact and discussion of content, and lighthearted banter and a discussion of Barney. Though the subject applies to both conferences, the tone of each conference is significantly different and therefore makes for poor discussion on both sides.
For example, the Mesozoic Life conference is full of serious discussion, scientific fact, and proven So, careful forethought is advised for all hosts concerned before topics are linked between conferences.
9.2 Murphy's Linking Laws
Because of the potential for incompatibility between the approach of two different conferences to the same topic of discussion, it is imperative that the hosts and cohosts of the respective conferences communicate with each other and come to an agreement regarding their linking policies prior to making any links. The following rules of thumb by Dan Murphy are recommended as standard procedure for hosts wishing to link topics:
* When you link a topic from another conference, you must first obtain the permission of a host there. Cohosts in multi-host conferences should work out among themselves the protocol for how this decision is made, etc.
Hosts may waive this rule for any hosts/conferences they wish. If, for example, the hosts of the lawn conference want to give blanket permission to the hosts of the chair conference to link topics there, they may do so, allowing the hosts of chair to skip rule #1 if they see a topic they want to link. This permission may be withdrawn at any time, but until then, the hosts of lawn pretty much have to live with the results.
* If you kill a linked topic, you should leave a message in your conference administrivia or business topic to let users know this was done, as they may have forgotten the topic in another conference but wish to continue reading it there.
9.3 Technical Side-Effects of Linking
Once a topic is linked between two conferences, the ability to scribble responses in the topic is changed. Thereafter, only the original author of the post, and The WELL confteam staff can perform this action. Neither of the hosts will be able to scribble responses (other than their own). If it becomes necessary for the hosts to do so, they must contact The WELL conferencing team, who can do it for them. The hosts of both conferences should agree on the need to scribble in a linked topic before contacting the staff with such a request.
Linked topics are also immune to the host's use of the "retire" command.
The hosts in both conferences do retain, however, their abilities to kill the topic within their own conference. When a linked topic is killed in any conference, it lives on in the other conferences to which it was linked. (This little feature is a handy way for hosts to transfer topics from one conference to another: link it into the new conference then kill it in the old conference. This is also how the attic conference can store killed topics — they are linked there before killing in their place of origin.)
9.4 The Linkfrom Command (Featured Conferences Only)
Now that you know the ins and outs of linking, the actual command may be of interest. Let's say you are the host of the Mesozoic Life conference, and you want to link topic 234 of the Science conference into Mesozoic Life. You've determined who the hosts of the science conference are either by going there and typing display host, or by typing hosted science at any OK prompt, and emailed them to confirm that the link is fine. It's ok to link with permission from one host unless that host says to wait for a reply from their cohost(s) It's wise to inform all hosts of a cohosted conference since hosts may have divided up their duties or have different schedules for logging in. Here's the command (given from the OK prompt in the Mesozoic Life conference):
Both topics will then be marked as in their headers and browse lists, and you will be told the new topic numbers of the linked topic in your conference. PicoSpan will now make an automatic post logging the numbers of the topic and noting that you made the link.
That's all there is to it. Now your guests know something about how the conversation has been expanded. To see where any topic is linked, you can type linked followed by the conference name and topic number to see where a particular topic is linked. For example:
- type: linked science 234
9.5 Listing Linked Topics
This command will produce a list of conferences and topic numbers (without their corresponding titles) for each topic in that conference that is linked. For example, for the words conference, the output of linked words might look like this:
- science.404 words.1041
- archives.208 health.444 medroll.260 words.413
- cbooks.104 media.892 oldsoft.187 software.139 words.1008
- flying.142 words.794
- eff.546 words.902
- … etc.


What does "total" really mean?
Eddie Aftandilian eaftan at google.com
Fri Sep 18 22:19:03 UTC 2020
Regard Brian's recent update to the type patterns in switch proposal (
I had some questions regarding totality.
I really like the new presentation of this in terms of totality. It helps
make clear why certain design decisions fall out of the basic principles
behind type patterns in switches. However, I'm also a bit concerned about
what "total" really means in this context.
The term "total" calls to mind a total function, which is a function
defined for all input values. But in this case, there's a carve out --
"total with remainder." The idea of "total with remainder" makes me
uneasy, since if there is a remainder, by definition the function (or
switch) is not total.
It's also not clear to me how to characterize which values are "silly" and
allowed to be in that remainder. "Silly" values are intended to be those
that the programmer shouldn't have to care about in the common case, but
that's not very satisfying as a principle.
Finally, what are the limitations of how we determine totality? For
example, consider a non-sealed abstract class A with a single concrete
implementation C. The pattern "C c" should in principle be total on A, but
practically with separate compilation it is impossible to determine that,
so we add the constraint that A must be sealed for the totality analysis to
work. Another example might be guards. Consider two guarded cases where
the booleans are simply inverted. It is clear to a human (or possibly a
static analyzer) that the switch is total, but it's probably not practical
to determine that in general.
A thought question: if you think of totality analysis as a type of static
analysis, is the proposed analysis sound and/or complete?
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Bulgarian honey "Странджанскимановмед" (Strandzhanski manov med)/"MaновмедотСтранджа" (Manov med ot Strandzha)is now recognised as protected designation of origin (PDO) in the European Union.
"Strandzhanski manov med", also called "Manov med ot Strandzha" is a dark brown honey produced in the oak forests of Strandzha massif, in the south-east of Bulgaria. Part of the pan European Natura 2000 network of protected areas, the Strandzha massif has relatively high air humidity and mild temperatures due to its proximity to major water basins. Adding this to its paleontological history, local conditions lead to a unique combination of plants reflected in the protected Bulgarian honey.
The honey is collected during the months of June, July and August. This has an impact on the intensity of the colour and the slight acidity and bitterness of the taste, in parallel with the microflora present in the honeydew.
Beekeeping has always been a common activity in the Strandzha region. It is an age-old livelihood, as testified by the bee skeps and stumps which date from the end of the 19th century until today.
Today in Brussels, Agriculture and Rural Development Commissioner Phil Hogan and Commissioner for Digital Economy and Society Mariya Gabriel will hand over the official certificate of registration of the Bulgarian honey to Manol Todorov, Chairman of the "Strandjanski manov honey" Association and Elka Bojilova, Head of department "Quality Schemes" in Ministry of Agriculture.


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The numerical inverse Laplace transformation (NILM) makes use of numerical integration. Generally, a high-order scheme of numerical integration renders high accuracy. However, surprisingly, this is not true for the NILM to the transfer function. Numerical examples show that the performance of higher-order schemes is no better than that of the trapezoidal scheme. In particular, the solutions from high-order scheme deviate from the exact one markedly over the rear portion of the period of interest. The underlying essence is examined. The deviation can be reduced by decreasing the frequency-sampling interval.


Reference > Brewer's Dictionary > Zola-ise.
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To write like Zola, the French novelist, the last quarter of the nineteenth century. Zola is noted for his realistic novels, many of which are unfit for circulating libraries. His speciality is a reckless exposition of the licentious habits of the French. His historic novel, called the Débâcle, exposed the breakdown of Napoleon III. and his army in the Franco-German war (1870–1871). 1
 Other parts of speech from Zola are Zolaesque, Zolaisation, Zolaiser, etc. 2
 The most complimentary meaning of Zolaesque is the terrible descriptive style of writing. The more general meaning is licentious and coarsely erotic. 3
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The Difference Between White Gold and Platinum
Platinum and white gold are two very different metals. The biggest differences between platinum and white gold are that platinum is a naturally white metal and is more dense and durable.
The difference in cost is primarily due to platinum's rarity and higher level of purity in platinum jewelry. When comparing costs, keep in mind the maintenance required over a lifetime for white gold, such as rhodium plating to keep it white, reshanking and retipping the prongs.
Platinum may be a higher investment initially, but its enduring nature makes it the best value in the long run. Below is a table to help better understand the differences between the two metals. Keep these facts in mind the next time you're at a jewelry store.
One of the most durable of precious metals. When scratched, metal is merely displaced and very little is lost. When scratched, slivers of metal are lost resulting in faster metal loss.
A real white metal Yellow gold mixed with whitening alloys, such as nickel. Will yellow without repeated rhodium plating.
Strength and durability creates the safest setting for diamonds. Metal moves with force rather than breaks. Gold is more brittle so increased chance of prongs breaking after repeated force.
Loses very little metal to everyday wear; little maintenance required. Loses metal at faster rate; may need to be reshanked or retipped with everyday wear.
Hypoallergenic, regardless of alloy Nickel alloy may cause allergic reactions
Platinum jewelry is 90-90% pure platinum Most gold jewelry is 59.5%(14K) or 75%(18K) gold
Platinum is 30 times more rare than gold About 2,700 tons of gold is produced and made into jewelry each year vs. 88 tons of platinum.
Platinum is 60% heavier than 14K gold and 40% heavier than 18K gold. You can feel a distinct difference between platinum and white gold.
Comments (4)
 1. 14-karat gold is really 58.33% gold & remainder is alloys. 24-karat = 100%. Whatever the gold karatage may be, divide it by 24 and that's your percentage of actual gold in the piece of jewelry.
 2. Jill says:
 I just want to say that I had a set of 14 Karat while gold wedding rings. There was a diamond solitaire and a plain wedding band. I got them in 1963 and had them for thirty years. They never yellowed, I never had to have them rhodium plated, and the prongs were still fine after wearing for thirty years. White gold may not be as hard as platinum, but it is harder than yellow gold.
 3. Hi Jill. 18kt white gold actually IS harder than both platinum and sometimes yellow gold. In fact, that's the point, it's harder and more brittle than platinum, which is softer and more durable–meaning the metal can get pushed around but not lost, rather than scratched away like gold…Keep in mind, the higher karat the gold, the softer it is.
 White gold is never white, it's sort of a gray-brownish color, without rhodium plating, that will eventually wear off.
 Note to editor, platinum jewelry is generally 90-95% pure.
 Keep enjoying beautiful jewelry guys–I know I will continue enjoying to make it!
 -all the bestEtienne Perret
 4. Sugarlipz says:
 I just wanna know if AKD rings are made of gold or what???
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Presented at: 9th Extended Semantic Web Conference (ESWC2012)
Assessing Linked Data Mappings using Network Measures Christophe Guéret, Paul Groth, Claus Stadler, and Jens Lehmann Linked Data is at its core about the setting of links between resources. Links provide enriched semantics, pointers to extra information and enable the merging of data sets. However, as the amount of Linked Data has grown, there has been the need to automate the creation of links and such automated approaches can create low-quality links or unsuitable network structures. In particular, it is difficult to know whether the links introduced improve or diminish the quality of Linked Data. In this paper, we present an extensible framework and a series of justified network measures that allow for the assessment of Linked Data mappings. We test the framework on a set of known good and bad links generated by common mapping systems and discuss which network measures show promise for use in assessment.
Keywords: linked data, network analysis, quality assurance
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These compact Minichillers are an economic and environmentally friendly cooling solution for many laboratory applications.
A calculation of water and waste water costs shows a Minichiller can save up to 48,000l of water in a working week and, due to its low procurement price, return on investment is achieved within a very short time. Units have small footprints and are suitable for cooling reactor blocks, vacuum pumps, rotary evaporators, or heat exchangers.
Minichillers allow stable application conditions due to constant values for temperature, pressure, and through flow quantities. They are also perfect for continuous operation at ambient temperatures up to 40°C. Despite the economic purchase price, coolers are well equipped and have a large temperature indicator, fill level indicator, and status LEDs for the pump, cooling and heating.
A heater is also available, with the temperature range able to be extended to 100°C.
Minichillers are available as both air and water cooled models using natural refrigerants.
Minichillers attributes are:
- Environmentally-friendly, economic cooling solution
- Precise temperature control
- Powerful circulation pump
- Robust stainless construction
- Reliable continuously operation with warning functions
- Easy to fill and empty
- Illuminated filling level indicator
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Setting up MIT Scheme on Ubuntu 18.04Tue 31 July 2018 by jmhal
I'm going through Structure and Interpretation of Computer Programs and for exercise 1.3 there is this question:
Exercise 1.3. Define a procedure that takes three numbers as arguments and returns the sum of the squares of the two larger numbers.
All the other questions for this section may be solved with pen and paper, but I think this one is easier to see when you code. First, let's install scheme on Ubuntu:
$ sudo apt install mit-scheme
Secondly, let's create a file max-three-sum-squares.scm with the following content:
(define (max-three-square x y z) ( cond ((and (> x z) (> y z)) (+(* x x)(* y y))) ((and (> x y) (> z y)) (+(* x x)(* z z))) ((and (> z x) (> y x)) (+(* z z)(* y y))) ) ) (display (max-three-square 3 4 5)) (display "\n")
To execute the program, we have to call the interpreter with the code, but requesting it not to display any debug information (hence the --quiet flag):
$ scheme --quiet < max-three-sum-squares.scm
That's it, you are now a little schemer.


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Playing Card Portraits
Essential Question: How is balance used to create visual stability in artwork?
MSDE State Standards:
- Standards: Standard 1.0:2-b Create narrative artworks from observation, memory and imagination that show settings, characters and action.
- Standard 2.0:2-b Plan artworks that use symbolic images and forms to convey selected beliefs, customs, or values
- Standard 3.0:3-b Demonstrate facility with selected processes to organize ideas in a visual composition.


text: Self-collimated propagation and slow-sound effect of spoof acoustic surface waves over a thin solid slab with partially embedded spherical cavities in a square lattice are numerically and experimentally demonstrated. Band structure calculations via the Finite-Element Method reveal that a single spoof surface wave band appears below the air-line, which flattens as the spheres are embedded deeper, leveraging the observation of self-collimated slow spoof modes. For a radius-to-lattice constant ratio of 0.45 and embedding depth of 60% of the radius, the surface band is such that non-diffractive guiding of spoof waves along the direction can be achieved. Persistent self-collimated propagation of spoof surface waves over long distances is demonstrated through frequency-domain Finite-Element Method simulations. Plane waves incident from air can couple to the self-collimated modes for a wide range of azimuthal angle of incidence up to 60 degrees, where the polar angle of incidence can be in the range of +/- 15 degrees. Self-collimation of spoof waves is experimentally realized by employing a plane-wave source incident from air. In addition, when the embedding depth is higher than 85%, self-collimated slow spoof modes with group indices higher than 15 can be obtained. The observed phenomena can be utilized in two-dimensional acoustic systems such as logic circuits and interferometric sensing devices. Published under license by AIP Publishing.


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Form design intern at Fathom, James Grady, maps population density in Dencity:
Dencity maps population density using circles of various size and hue. Larger, darker circles show areas with fewer people, while smaller, brighter circles highlight crowded cities. Representing denser areas with smaller circles results in additional geographic detail where there are more people, while sparsely populated areas are more vaguely defined.
While we've seen population density mapped, both directly and indirectly, the circle approach adds a different aesthetic that seems to add something about what it's like to live somewhere. Compare to a broader country-level map or one that uses only color. Doesn't this version feel like more?


Organizer used to inquire, view, and report model information based on selected model objects
, use the same property without UDA in the name.
TTSD-3786 Organizer
In Organizertool that is used for categorizing and managing model information, object properties and object property queries, and model object classification
Organizer consists of two tools, object browser and categories.
, if the Always synchronize Organizer with the model when opening option was selected in Organizer settings, the content of custom categories was not stored when you closed and reopened Organizer during a Tekla Structures session, or when reopening the model. This has now been fixed. The object propertiesproperties associated with an object type
Usually a single object property includes a default value that the user can modify.
are loaded correctly and shown in Object Browsertool in Organizer used to inquire, view, and report model information based on selected model objects
.
TTSD-3250 Organizer
Object Browsertool in Organizer used to inquire, view, and report model information based on selected model objects
now shows the single property values correctly on grouped rows. Previously, the single property value was not always updated when the related settings were changed.
130959 Task Manager
In Task managertool that enables the linking of temporal data to a model
The task manager can be used to create, save, and manage tasks that are used to create a schedule.
Model objects can be added to the tasks. Organizer categories can be used to select the model objects that will be added to the tasks.
, creating a dependency in the Gantt chartdiagram that displays the schedule related to a scenario in a graphic form
could cause all the tasks to disappear and Task manager to stop working. This has now been fixed.
130710 Import, export, interoperability
The BVBS export has been changed so that when the private block has no content, the private block (@P) does not give any output.
130773 Import, export, interoperability
In Unitechnik export (79) the weight of braced girders and the total weight of the rebar groups are now correctly added to the unit weight of part.
130354 Import, export, interoperability
Sometimes reading the B-rep object data failed, and as the result, the same shape was used for different geometry.
TTSD-3233 Import, export, interoperability
Parametric profiles that were not found from the cataloguser interface for displaying or modifying information in categorized lists
For example, profile catalog and shape catalog are catalogs.
were not converted properly in the IFCfile format commonly used in BIM that facilitates software interoperability
IFC is an open specification developed by the IAI (International Alliance for Interoperability).
Model can be exported into an IFC file.
object conversion. This has now been fixed.
130850 Import, export, interoperability
Unitechnik export (79): The weight of a part with multiple shells or layers is now correctly exported.
130535 Import, export, interoperability
Surface objects and surface treatmentbuilding object that represents finishing of a part
The term surface treatment is used in concrete detailing. For concrete parts surface treatment includes surface mixes, tiles, and flat finishes, such as troweling and sandblasting.
The term surface finish is used in steel detailing. For steel parts surface finishes include fire-proofing and unpainted areas.
now show the colors correctly after export.
127818 Import, export, interoperability
In NC export, the main part(1) part that exists in a building object and that determines the position number for the assembly or cast unit and the direction of assembly or cast unit drawings
(1) Main part can be an assembly main part or a cast unit main part.
(2) input part that the user selects first when creating a component
(2) Connections and details always have a component main part.
profile type and secondary part(1) part that exists in a building object and that is connected to the main part
(1) Secondary part can be an assembly secondary part or a cast unit secondary part.
(2) input part that the user selects after selecting the component main part when creating a component
(2) A component can have none, one or more component secondary parts.
profile type in contour markinginformation written in an NC file that passes information to the NC machine on the layout and the parts that are welded or bolted together
Tekla Structures contour marking does not work on polybeams.
were sometimes not identified correctly. This has now been fixed.
130534 Import, export, interoperability
IFCfile format commonly used in BIM that facilitates software interoperability
IFC is an open specification developed by the IAI (International Alliance for Interoperability).
Model can be exported into an IFC file.
properties now support the IfcCovering entity. This entity represents surface objects and surface treatmentbuilding object that represents finishing of a part
The term surface treatment is used in concrete detailing. For concrete parts surface treatment includes surface mixes, tiles, and flat finishes, such as troweling and sandblasting.
The term surface finish is used in steel detailing. For steel parts surface finishes include fire-proofing and unpainted areas.
objects.
123742 Import, export, interoperability
Unitechnik export (79): Sloped slabs (balcony parts) are now exported in the SLABDATE block.
130533 Import, export, interoperability
You can now export surface objects into a partial IFCfile format commonly used in BIM that facilitates software interoperability
IFC is an open specification developed by the IAI (International Alliance for Interoperability).
Model can be exported into an IFC file.
model without the related main part(1) part that exists in a building object and that determines the position number for the assembly or cast unit and the direction of assembly or cast unit drawings
(1) Main part can be an assembly main part or a cast unit main part.
(2) input part that the user selects first when creating a component
(2) Connections and details always have a component main part.
or pour objectbuilding object that is formed of one or more cast-in-place concrete parts, or a part of a cast-in-place concrete part
The cast-in-place concrete parts are merged into one pour object if they have the same material grade and pour phase, and if they touch each other. Pour objects are visible in pour view.
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129680 Import, export, interoperability
In Unitechnik export (79), embeds are now properly cut when their height is greater than the related concrete element.
127235 Import, export, interoperability
In NC filefile that contains information gathered from a model and exported to computer numerical controlled fabrication machinery
Tekla Structures produces NC files in several formats, for example, DSTV.
creation, when a bolt created holes on two faces for a square profile, sometimes the holes from one face were not exported. This has now been fixed.
130340 Import, export, interoperability
In BVBS export, any tapered groups where the bar legs have the same length are now exported as a 'normal' group. If the length of the legs varies linearly or regularly, the bars are exported as 'stepped bars', regardless of the group type or spacing type.
If you set the option Export stepped bars as separate items to Yes, the 'stepped bars' are exported as separate items with sub-item numbers. Groups where bar legs have the same length are still exported as a 'normal' group (not as separate items) regardless of the group type or spacing type.
129437 Import, export, interoperability
DSTV export will skip special profiles and items that do not have any information about the dimensions. A message will be added to the NC log file.
TTSD-2921, 127301 Import, export, interoperability
Tekla Structures will not calculate properties that rely on 3D and 2D solid boolean operations, for example, AREA_PROJECTION_xx or AREA_DIRECTION_xx for imported non-solid parts.
This means that if imported parts are non-solid, end users will see 0 for some properties. This caused an applicationpart of Tekla Structures functionality that is developed in order to extend the capability of Tekla Structures but that is not included in the Tekla Structures installation
error when you inquired a non-solid item for attributes that can only be provided for solid items, for example AREA_PROJECTION_GXY_NET.
129962 Templates and reports
Classpart property that groups parts according to identifiers given by the user
The identifiers of classes are usually numbers. Classes can be used for defining the color of parts in the model, for example. Class does not influence the numbering of model objects.
is now shown in the part inquiry report. The TS_Report_Inquire_Part.rpt has been updated to include Class.
130466 Drawings
The speed of drawing printing and PDF output is no longer affected by the size of the model.
TTSD-2832 Drawings
Changing the filter in drawings could cause an applicationpart of Tekla Structures functionality that is developed in order to extend the capability of Tekla Structures but that is not included in the Tekla Structures installation
error. This has now been fixed.
125114 Drawings
Printing could crash if the printer was changed in the settings file outside the program. This has now been fixed.
TTSD-3230, 130195 Drawings
If you edited several drawings and then changed properties that require the drawings to be updated first, the confirmation for updating the changed drawings is now asked only


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- n. In Rom. archæol., a room in a large dwelling. The word occurs in Vitruvius and Pliny, in ways that have suggested to modern writers the idea that it had a technical meaning; but it was merely the Greek word transferred.
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text: About Us: Regional history, historic automobiles and hands-on science are major features of the Sloan Museum, located at 1221 E. Kearsley Street in Flint, Michigan. The Science Discovery Center allows children and adults,to explore principles of chemistry and physics through exhibit and staff presentations. The Hometown Gallery invites visitors to explore the 19th century with interactive hands on activities in three historic settings. The Pierson Automotive Gallery presents major automotive exhibits featuring vehicles from the Sloan fleet of over 80 Flint-built automobiles. Dramatic settings, video programs and hundredsof artifacts and photographs portray the areas tumultuous 20th century history in the Flint and the American Dream exhibit. Award-winning traveling exhibits fill the Temporary Gallery with a variety of educational and entertaining displays year-round. Our Mission:We create engaging experiences for everyone that inspire a lifelong curiosity in history, science and technology.


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169. American Axle Railway Bridge across the Bypass Canal 9.27.2014
American Axle Railway Bridge (Westernmost Span) across the Bypass Canal 9.27.2014
Translated from Russian Wikipedia:
The American Axle Railway Bridges (Nikolaev, Американский мост) is a group of railway bridges that cross the Bypass canal to connect Unnamed Island with the left bank of the Neva River. The bridge is located on the Moscow line of the October Railway near the Moscow railway station.
The first bridge was built here between _PHONE_ for the Nikolaev railway. The wooden bridge was similiar to the current Truss arch design. Americans engineer D. V. Whistler and inventor William Gow supervised the construction. The novel span used wooden trusses with braces and cross-strapped iron rods. The metal elements made the bridge much stronger without significantly increasing the weight of the structure. The bridge stood for 30 years.
In 1869 it was decided to replace the wooden bridge with metal. The project was headed by Russian engineer Nicholas Belelyubsky. The railway station was expanding, with growing numbers of passengers and freight, so a second span was added. Due to lack of space on the left side of the Bypass channel, there was a need for a new wagon economy on the right, and a third crossing was built in 1911. In 1914 a fourth span was added, and in 1916 a fifth span was created.
The spans have been rebuilt and repaired numerous times. New embankments have recently been added to both sides of the Bypass canal beneath the bridge system.
Spans from West to East:
- Double-track bridge under the letter A under the first and third main way for commuter traffic and passenger trains
- Single-track bridge under the letter E under the connecting path between locomotive and rolling farms Station St.
- Petersburg-Chief, combined with the communication passage (water supply, main heating system, communication cables)
- Double-track bridge under the letter B, for which there are paths connecting Ranzhirny and New Parks
- 1st American bridge under one second main route for passenger trains
- 2nd American bridge under two paths connecting parks A-H and B-H with a freight yard and apron park
group of railway bridges:
Type of construction:
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AIR QUALITY: Seal off attached garage to prevent leaks
A CLOSER LOOK: Keep benzene at bay 0
Pollutants such as exhaust or fumes from paints, pesticides and machinery can leak into the house from an attached garage though the ceiling hatch, the door or gaps in the wall panelling. (File photo)
Some indoor air-quality problems may begin in the most unlikely places, such as an attached garage.
If your attached garage isn't used to store your vehicle and there aren't any other major chemical sources in that space, then the quality of garage-to-house air movement should not be a significant problem.
But if you normally start your car, even with the garage door wide open, or drive it into the garage, turn off the engine and then close the garage door, emissions of various chemicals and fluids from the engine can linger for hours. Both of the above activities can produce elevated concentrations of combustion pollutants that can find their way into your home.
This is not just a theory — a Health Canada study involving more than 100 houses revealed that houses with attached garages had measurable concentrations of benzene (a gasoline-related pollutant) in the indoor air, while houses without garages or detached garages had little or no benzene.
There are also secondary sources of pollutants in garages:
Gas-powered appliances, such as lawn mowers, chain saws and edging tools, have emission systems not as good as those found in cars.
Chemicals such as pesticides and herbicides often stored in the garage also are sources of pollutants.
It can be difficult to understand how and why garage air moves into the house. After all, there's at least one layer of drywall between the house and the garage and a significant amount of insulation. The door to the house also typically has weather stripping and a spring door closer.
So how does air get in? It can move through small cracks in the walls between the house and the garage, and through the ceiling. Because there are many tiny holes and cracks that permit this air exchange to take place, all houses experience some level of air flow from an attached garage to the interior of the house.
Here are some tips to help minimize garage air from entering your house:
Repair or replace drywall tape peeling off the walls and ceiling of the garage.
Repair any holes in the drywall, even screw holes.
If the garage has an attic hatch, ensure that the hatch is lined with weather stripping and that the hatch cover is heavy enough to sit firmly on the weather stripping.
Never run your vehicle more than a few minutes inside the garage even with the garage door open. If you must have your vehicle running, move it out of the garage and close the garage door to prevent wind from pushing the gases back into the garage.
The door(s) from the garage to the house should have a good gas seal or weather stripping around them.
Doors should be "fire rated," made of steel or solid wood, and should have a self-closing mechanism installed so the door closes firmly and completely.
Dryer, bathroom and kitchen vents should not exhaust into the garage and there shouldn't be any heat vents or air intakes from the furnace located in the garage.
If the garage walls and ceiling aren't covered with drywall, consider doing so at least for those walls directly adjacent to the interior of the home. Dry wall is the best material for this job as it has a fire rating, which most wood products do not.
If there are noxious chemicals in the garage, consider sending them to a hazardous waste disposal site, or store them outside in a shed.
If the garage is used to repair or maintain vehicles or machinery, consider installing an exhaust fan to vent gases out.
Rob Parker is a registered home inspector with the Ontario Association of Home Inspectors and certified master inspector with the National Association of Certified Home Inspectors who does home inspections in the London area.
Call him at ThamesSpec Home Inspection Service at _PHONE_, e-mail _EMAIL_ or visit _URL_.


Running the Numbers
It's easy to read more into the yield numbers determined by the ISO/IEC standard than they actually mean. The first thing you need to know is that they don't represent a guaranteed number of pages you'll get from every individual cartridge—not even if you're printing only the set of pages defined by the standard. Basically, the stated yield is a statistical prediction that if you pick a cartridge at random and follow the procedures in the ISO/IEC standard, you'll get at least that number of pages more than 90 percent of the time.
To calculate the yield for what the ISO/IEC standard calls a primary cartridge—black or tricolor, for example—you start with the individual results from a minimum of nine cartridges. More precisely, you need results from a minimum of three sets of three cartridges tested on each of three printers, to take variations among both individual printers and cartridges into account. (The standard defines a different approach for what it calls supplementary cartridges, such as light cyan or light magenta, but for our purposes that's an unnecessary complication.)
You have to run the results through basic statistical formulas to determine what's called the "90 percent lower confidence bound." That number gets reported as the yield. —next: Understanding the Yield Numbers >


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Calculations with different methods
- 1733.255 miles
- 2789.403 kilometers
- 1506.157 nautical miles
Vincenty's formula calculates the distance between latitude/longitude points on the earth's surface, using an ellipsoidal model of the earth.Haversine formula
- 1728.763 miles
- 2782.174 kilometers
- 1502.254 nautical miles
The haversine formula calculates the distance between latitude/longitude points assuming a spherical earth (great-circle distance).
Estimated flight time from Midway International Airport (MDW) to Seattle–Tacoma International Airport (SEA) is 3 hours 46 minutes.
Time difference and current local times
The time difference between Chicago and Seattle is 2 hours. Seattle is 2 hours behind Chicago.
Carbon dioxide emissions
Estimated CO2 emissions per passenger is 204 kg (449 pounds).
Chicago to Seattle flight map.
Frequent Flyer Miles Calculator
Chicago (MDW) → Seattle (SEA).


Can You Deposit A Check Without A Signature?
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Financial checks are designed to let people exchange money directly between bank accounts. Because these accounts and your money should remain secure, both parties — the giving and receiving — are required to permit the money to be exchanged. The payer does this by signing the check. But what happens if the payer gives you a check that they didn't sign? We've researched this and have come up with the answer.
Some banks will let you deposit a check that wasn't signed but will ask for a guarantee that you are the intended payee. Check with your bank to learn their policies. Your best bet is to ask the payer to rewrite the check, filling it out correctly.
We understand that your money is important to you, so we're excited to help you understand how to solve this problem. Please read on for more information about depositing checks, correcting errors, and other related topics. Let's get started!
Businessman's Hand Signing Check On Glass Desk, Can You Deposit A Check Without A Signature?
Can you deposit a check without a signature?
Woman's hand writing a check to pay the bills, with calculator and an invoice on the desktop
Banks require a signature from the person whose account will be charged the amount written on the check. This is generally an effective way to verify that the person is giving the money to the payee. It eliminates fraud in most cases since the payer's signature can be matched with what's written on the check in the case of a dispute.
In general, the payer is not liable for a check unless they've signed it; that's the verifiable way to process the money. However, if the person forgot to sign at all but has given a person the check, they will still be on the hook for it. Treat it like a bad check: the payer still owes you the money.
The best way to make sure this never happens is to make sure the payer has signed the check before accepting it. You should proofread any check given to you to allow the payer to correct any errors, not just forgetting to sign it. That will save you an awkward and potentially confrontational conversation later.
That's not always possible, like in the case of a business that prints their checks or if someone has mailed one to you. If you've received a check that isn't signed, you have a couple of options. The first is to ask the payer to write you a new one. If this is a person with whom you've done business before or is someone you know and trust, this shouldn't be a problem.
If it's a stranger or a business of some sort, this might be trickier. You can ask your bank about their particular policy. Some will absolutely not accept an unsigned check for any reason. Others, though, might have a way around the issue.
Guaranteeing a Check
For instance, one common fix is to "guarantee" the check. Essentially what you're doing is giving your word that this check was given to you in good faith, even though it was unsigned. If your bank accepts this, they're assuming that there won't be a problem. If there is a dispute from the payer, your bank will have a process that you must undergo.
To guarantee a check, endorse it like normal. Then, in the endorsement section, add a line that says "lack of signature guaranteed." If you can, take the check to a teller and deposit it in person. This is the best way to ensure that it will be deposited.
Forgetting to sign a check might not be a correctable mistake. However, there are some check-writing errors that you can correct. This article has more details: "How to Correct a Mistake on a Check."
What Happens If You Deposit A Check Without Signing It?
If you deposit a check without signing it — also known as endorsing it — there's a good chance that it will get rejected. Endorsing the check is a process that includes signing it and verifies that the money will go to the correct person and account. Most banks ask for it as a way to reduce errors or fraudulent activity.
If you take your check into a bank to deposit it, the teller should look for an endorsement as soon as you hand it to them. You'll be asked to endorse it before he or she deposits it into your account. You'll also be asked which account you'd like the money to be deposited, or whether or not you'd like to cash it.
At an ATM or via mobile deposit, not signing the check could lead to it being rejected. Oftentimes, the automated system will accept the check at first but will catch the error later in the process. With a mobile deposit, that shouldn't be a problem since you can then endorse the check and try again. But at an ATM that has already taken the check, you'll need to ask for the payer to write another one.
Where Do You Endorse A Check With No Line?
The check's endorsement section is usually one and a half inches long and the same width as the check. Usually, you can find it on the same end as the numeric amount is on the front. Oftentimes this section will be marked by a box and instructions such as "endorse here."
This is still the endorsement section, even if it isn't explicitly outlined or doesn't have a signature line. In this case, go ahead and endorse the check as you normally would. Try to keep it all within the one and a half-inch area and put your signature at the top.
Want more information about endorsing checks? Read this article: "What Does Endorsing a Check Mean?
Can Someone Deposit A Check For You?
Someone can deposit a check for you in person as long as you've endorsed the check, or the person who's depositing it writes the phrase "for deposit only" in the endorsement section. Basically, the bank won't have a problem depositing money into your account as long as you're the intended recipient. There are a few ways to make this process easier for the friend who's helping you deposit it.
The most secure way to make sure the money gets into your account is to write a deposit slip for your friend. A deposit slip is a form used by many banks to make the teller's job easier and ensure that everything is happening appropriately. If you have a deposit slip handy, fill one out and give it to your friend with the check.
Assuming you don't have a stack of deposit slips at home, you can write the account number in the endorsement section, under your signature. This will help the bank make sure it gets into the right account since you aren't there to show them identification. For further safety, write the phrase "for deposit only" in the endorsement section.
In fact, you don't even have to write your account number in the endorsement section if you don't want to. The phrase "for deposit only" means that your friend can't cash the check, which means the teller won't give them cash in exchange for the check. The riskiest thing you can do when asking someone else to deposit a check for you is to sign it only. This is called a "blank endorsement." This lets the person depositing it tell the teller they want to cash it.
In Closing
If a person writes you a check but forgets to sign it, consider asking them to rewrite it. If that's unreasonable or impossible, your bank might let you guarantee the check, even if it doesn't have a signature. You'll have to check with your bank's specific regulations. Also, pay attention to how you endorse checks to make sure it gets into the right account.
We hope this article has shown you how to handle this unfortunate situation. Good luck!


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Wondering how to dispose of acetone? Acetone is a solvent. It is used in a variety of items at home. For example, it may be found in certain wood varnishes and stains. It's been touted as an effective paint remover. Adhesives are another common application for acetone.
On the other hand, most individuals will be aware of acetone through nail-polish remover. That product contains acetone with a little bit of isopropyl alcohol.
How Dangerous is Acetone?
You'll need to keep the windows open when using an acetone-based product. In some situations, you may even need to wear a filter mask. Because acetone is such a powerful solvent, this is the case. Even tiny amounts can result in serious breathing issues.
Acetone is also an extremely combustible liquid. It will ignite if a naked flame approaches it. In fact, not only will the acetone catch fire, but so will everything else within a radius of several feet.
As you might imagine, because acetone is a hazardous chemical, you should be very cautious when discarding it. If you don't take precautions, your garbage can could burn.
Acetone is highly combustible. It isn't like gasoline, where it can just be poured down a drain or washed away in the water supply. Rather, acetone is flammable. While it does happen rarely, something can ignite acetone.
Once acetone has been disposed of improperly, it will begin to seep into the earth's soil around it. This will lead to a complete loss of fertility in the surrounding area.
Things You Need to Dispose of Acetone
When you're ready to get rid of acetone, you first need to understand how to dispose of it properly. You'll need a few supplies before getting started. Here's what you'll need:
- A funnel
- An absorbent material like cat litter, sawdust, or sand
- Safety gloves
- A mask (if you're dealing with large amounts of acetone)
- A plastic garbage bag
- A sealable metal container
How to Dispose of Acetone?
When you follow all of the necessary procedures carefully, disposing of acetone is simple. Make sure you have your safety equipment ready before beginning.
We've divided the process of eliminating acetone into three methods. Here are some examples of how to safely get rid of acetone:
1. Disposing of Acetone Cleaning Products
Acetone is a non-toxic, biodegradable chemical. Acetone use with cotton balls or swabs should be placed in a plastic bag and thrown away afterward. Tie the bag and put it in your regular trash.
After removing soaked cotton balls, wash your hands. If you have a lot of acetone on hand, squeeze them into a separate container to eliminate any excess. Place the container in its original packaging and send it to a recycling facility as normal refuse.
2. Disposing of Acetone Paint Thinner
Wear protective gloves and a face mask while removing acetone paint thinner. This is to avoid the fumes of paint thinner from harming you. Pour the used paint thinner into a jar or sealable container through a coffee filter.
As the liquid dries, it will accumulate in the filter, and the rest of the product (the solvent) will pour into the jar. Ensure that your jar or container has an airtight lid before closing it up for storage.
Allow the paint to dry in the coffee filters, wrap them in newsprint, and throw them away in your home. The acetone from this jar may also be used as a paint thinner again. On the label of the pot, write down the type of thinner and when you are straining it.
Locate a hazardous waste recycling and disposal facility near your property if possible. EPA or Earth911 websites can help you find these centers.
3. Disposing of Leftover Acetone
In addition to the above, it's critical to properly dispose of any unwanted acetone, old nail polish, or remover. Keep unused nail polish and remover bottles in a separate container in your salon or at home.
A tiny portion of this container should be sent to a local hazardous waste recycling facility. Never drain the acetone nail polish remover down the sink.
Similarly, if you have any acetone left over, put it in a sealed container. Please keep it away from flammable things and hot surfaces. Once in a secure container, go to the EPA or Earth911 websites and look for a recycling center near you.
Now that you know how to dispose of acetone let's talk about how to store it. Acetone should always be kept in a cool, dry place. It should also be kept away from any heat sources or open flames. The ideal storage temperature for acetone is between 50°F and 77°F (between -15°C and 25°C).
Acetone is a flammable liquid, so it's important to keep it in a safe place. A metal container with a tight-fitting lid is the best option for storing acetone. Glass containers are also an option, but they're more likely to break if dropped.
Acetone Safety Tips
When working with acetone, it's important to take some basic safety precautions. Here are a few things to keep in mind:
- Acetone is a flammable liquid, so it should be kept away from heat sources and open flames.
- Acetone is harmful if inhaled, so it's important to work in a well-ventilated area.
- If you get acetone on your skin, wash it off immediately with soap and water.
- If you get acetone in your eyes, flush them out with water for 15 minutes and seek medical attention.
Acetone is a safe solvent for home use but is classified as hazardous waste. It's necessary to follow local hazardous waste disposal standards. To avoid spills, store acetone in a sealed container.
Acetone has negative and positive effects on one's health and the environment. If you have any unused or used acetone, the first step is to pour it into a sealable container. Then, go to your local recycling facility and leave the container with them.
Where can I find a hazardous waste recycling facility near me?
The EPA or Earth911 websites can help you find these centers.
Can I pour acetone down the drain?
No, it would help if you never poured acetone down the drain.
Can I store acetone in a plastic container?
No, acetone is a flammable liquid, so it should be stored in a metal or glass container with a tight-fitting lid.


Google Hard Drive Backup
Google hard drive backup is a process that allows you to back up your entire hard drive to the cloud. This can be a great way to protect your data in the event of a hard drive failure or other disaster. There are a few different ways to back up your hard drive using Google Drive, and in this article we will walk you through the process.
The first way to back up your hard drive is to create a backup drive image. This is a compressed file that contains a copy of your entire hard drive. To create a backup drive image, you will need a program like Google Drive or Dropbox. Open the program and select the folder that contains your hard drive image. Then, click the "Create New" button and select "Google Drive" or "Dropbox."
Next, you will need to enter your Google Drive or Dropbox credentials. Click the "Sign In" button and enter your information. If you are not already signed in to Google Drive or Dropbox, you will be prompted to do so.
Once you are signed in, you will be asked to select a folder to save your backup drive image. Select the folder that you want to use and click the "Create" button. The backup drive image will be created and saved to your Google Drive or Dropbox account.
The second way to back up your hard drive is to create a Google Drive folder. This is a folder that contains a copy of your entire hard drive. To create a Google Drive folder, open Google Drive and click the "New" button. Select "Folder" and enter a name for the folder.
Next, you will need to select the folder that contains your hard drive image. Click the "Browse" button and select the folder that contains your hard drive image. Then, click the "Create" button. The Google Drive folder will be created and the contents of your hard drive image will be copied to the folder.
The third way to back up your hard drive is to create a Google Docs document. This is a document that contains a copy of your entire hard drive. To create a Google Docs document, open Google Docs and click the "New" button. Select "Google Docs" and enter a name for the document.
Next, you will need to select the folder that contains your hard drive image. Click the "Browse" button and select the folder that contains your hard drive image. Then, click the "Create" button. The Google Docs document will be created and the contents of your hard drive image will be copied to the document.
All of these methods are a great way to back up your hard drive. If you have any questions, please feel free to ask in the comments.
Introduction to Google Hard Drive Backup
Google Drive is a cloud-based storage and synchronization service offered by Google. It allows users to store files in the cloud, share files, and collaborate on documents. Google Drive also includes a built-in word processor, spreadsheet, and presentation software.
Google Drive is not just for personal use. Businesses can also use Google Drive to store and share files, collaborate on documents, and create and share presentations.
Google Drive comes with a built-in back-up feature. This feature allows users to back up their files to the cloud. The back-up feature is turned on by default, but users can turn it off if they do not want to use it.
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When users back up their files to Google Drive, the files are backed up to the cloud. This means that the files are stored on Google's servers. The files are then available to users from any computer or device that has an internet connection and Google Drive installed.
Google Drive also includes a restore feature. This feature allows users to restore their files from the cloud if they accidentally delete them or if their computer or device is lost or damaged.
Google Drive is a useful tool for businesses and individuals. The back-up feature allows users to protect their files from accidental deletion or loss. The restore feature allows users to restore their files if they are lost or damaged.
Benefits of Using Google Hard Drive Backup
There are many benefits of using Google hard drive backup. Perhaps the most important benefit is that it is incredibly easy to use. In addition, it is a very reliable backup system. Google hard drive backup also allows you to back up your files to the cloud, which means that you can access them from anywhere. Another great benefit of using Google hard drive backup is that it is free.
How to Set Up Google Hard Drive Backup
Google hard drive backup is a process that allows you to back up your entire computer to Google Drive. This can be a great way to protect your data in the event of a hard drive failure or other computer-related problem. In addition, it can also be a handy way to access your files from any device with an internet connection.
To set up Google hard drive backup, you will need to have a Google Drive account. If you don't have one, you can create one for free at _URL_. Once you have a Google Drive account, you will need to download and install the Google Drive backup software. This software is available for free at _URL_
Once you have installed the Google Drive backup software, you will need to open it and sign in with your Google account. Once you are logged in, you will be presented with a screen that looks like this:
From this screen, you will need to click on the "Back up now" button. This will begin the backup process. The first time you back up your computer, the backup process may take a while, as it will need to copy all of your files to Google Drive. However, after the first time, the backup process will be much faster, as it will only copy new or changed files.
You can track the progress of the backup process by clicking on the "View backup progress" link in the upper right corner of the screen. This will open a window that looks like this:
This window will show you the progress of the backup process as well as the size of the backup file.
Once the backup process is complete, you can access your files by clicking on the "Google Drive" icon in the system tray (near the clock) in the lower right corner of your screen. This will open a window that looks like this:
From this window, you can access all of the files that were backed up to Google Drive. You can also upload new files to Google Drive, or create new folders.
Google hard drive backup is a great way to protect your data in the event of a hard drive failure or other computer-related problem. In addition, it can also be a handy way to access your files from any device with an internet connection.
How to Use Google Hard Drive Backup
If you use Google Drive, you have access to a powerful and convenient backup tool. Google Drive Backup can automatically back up your computer's files to your Google Drive account, so you can have peace of mind knowing your files are safe. In this article, we'll show you how to use Google Drive Backup to back up your files.
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To use Google Drive Backup, you'll need to first install the Google Drive Backup app. The app is available for Windows and Mac, and can be downloaded from the Google Drive website.
Once the app is installed, open it and sign in with your Google account. The app will automatically start scanning your computer for files to back up.
To customize your backup settings, click the Settings button in the top-left corner of the app window. Here, you can choose which folders to back up, how often to back up your files, and how long to keep your backups.
You can also choose to back up your files over Wi-Fi or your data plan. If you choose to back up over Wi-Fi, be sure to connect to a strong Wi-Fi network, as backups can use a lot of data.
Once your backup settings are configured, click the Backup Now button to start backing up your files. The app will start backing up your files and will show you a progress bar.
You can alsopause or stop a backup by clicking the Pause button or the Stop button.
That's all there is to using Google Drive Backup! With this app, you can easily back up your computer's files to your Google Drive account.
Best Practices for Google Hard Drive Backup
Google hard drive backup is an important part of protecting your data. Here are some best practices for Google hard drive backup:
1. Use a cloud-based backup service like Google Drive or iCloud.
2. Make sure to back up your data frequently.
3. Make sure to back up your entire hard drive, not just your documents and files.
4. Make sure to have a recent backup of your data in case of disaster.
5. Make sure to back up your data to a separate hard drive in case of hard drive failure.
6. Back up your data to a secure location, like a safe deposit box.
7. Back up your data to a remote location, like a friend's house or a data center.
8. Use a backup program like Time Machine to back up your data automatically.
9. Create a disk image of your hard drive so you can restore your data if your hard drive fails.
10. Make sure to test your backups to ensure they are working properly.
Troubleshooting Common Issues with Google Hard Drive Backup
Google hard drive backup is a reliable and efficient way to back up your files, but sometimes users experience common issues. This article will troubleshoot some of the most common problems with Google hard drive backup.
One common issue is that users are not able to see their backed up files. This