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Betty WilliamsArticle Free Pass
Betty Williams, byname of Elizabeth Williams (born May 22, 1943, Belfast, N.Ire.), Northern Irish peace activist who, with Máiread Maguire and Ciaran McKeown, founded the Peace People, a grassroots movement dedicated to ending the sectarian strife in Northern Ireland. For her work, Williams shared with Maguire the 1976 Nobel Prize for Peace.
Williams, an office worker and wife and mother, took little part in public life until August 1976, when she witnessed an incident that moved her to speak out. An Irish Republican Army terrorist was shot by British troops while fleeing in a car, and the car went out of control and struck several people, killing three children. Williams immediately began circulating petitions in Protestant neighbourhoods calling for an end to sectarian violence. This activity soon brought her into association with Maguire (then Máiread Corrigan), an aunt of the slain children, who had been similarly galvanized into action. Together they founded the Peace People to advocate for an end to the Northern Ireland conflict.
Williams left the Peace People organization in the early 1980s. Soon afterward she immigrated to the United States, where she resided for two decades before moving to the Republic of Ireland. Williams founded the World Centers of Compassion for Children International in 1997. In 2006 she joined Maguire and fellow Nobel Peace Prize winners Shirin Ebadi, Jody Williams, Wangari Maathai, and Rigoberta Menchú to found the Nobel Women's Initiative.
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Using Self-Motion in Redundant Manipulators to Cope with Painlevé Paradox
Hesham A. Elkaranshawy
Keywords
automation and manufacturing, motion planning, Painlevé paradox, redundant manipulator, friction
Abstract
For general multibody systems, Painlevé paradox could take place at realistic values of the coefficient of friction. Hence, it is the reason of a wide range of bouncing motion, observed during sliding of robotic manipulators on rough surfaces. Most of the published works focus upon the variation of parameters that leads to the paradox or solving the paradox. Contrary to that, in this research work, the focus is on reducing the effect of Painlevé paradox on robotic manipulators during their functional operation. First, a precise new mathematical form for the condition leading to Painlevé paradox is specified for a general multibody system. Using that condition, a paradoxical region is identified for redundant manipulators. Consequently, the self-motion, inherited in redundant manipulators, is used to escape the paradox zone in several cases. In a number of other cases, it is used in extending the span of the motion of the contact point before interring to the paradox zone.
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The swivel rod ends is sensitive to the damage of the rod end joint bearing during operation. For example, its peeling, indentation, rust, crack, wear, etc. are reflected in the vibration measurement of the rod end joint bearing, so The special rod end joint bearing vibration measuring device (frequency analyzer, etc.) can measure the magnitude of the vibration, and the specific situation of the abnormality cannot be inferred by the frequency division. The measured value differs depending on the conditions of use of the rod end joint bearing or the position at which the sensor is mounted. Therefore, it is necessary to analyze and compare the measured values of each machine in advance to determine the judgment standard.
The temperature at the end of the swivel rod can be inferred from the temperature outside the product when it is used. It is more suitable to directly measure the temperature of the outer ring of the rod end joint bearing by using the oil hole during the operation. Usually, the temperature of the rod end joint bearing starts to rise slowly as the rod end joint bearing starts, and reaches a steady state after 1-2 hours. The normal temperature of the rod end joint bearing varies depending on the heat capacity, heat dissipation, speed and load of the machine.
If the lubrication and installation parts are suitable, the temperature of the rod end joint bearing will rise sharply, and abnormal high temperature will occur. At this time, it is necessary to stop the operation and take necessary precautions. The thermal sensor can be used to monitor the working temperature of the rod end joint bearing at any time, and automatically alarm or stop the occurrence of the burning shaft accident when the temperature exceeds the specified value. _URL_

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clocking between the transmitter and receiver, and low noise levels so that the detected voltage levels can be determined as required, and not hidden by background noise. Your modem should be running firmware version which has a variable QAM capability to deal with noisy systems. The QAM level that the OFDM channel is running will be an indication of how bad the noise level is, within that OFDM channel. That channel runs from 251.6 Mhz up to 443.6 Mhz.
3. Your upstream DOCSIS 3.0 channels also show the impact of the noise. Normally that modem runs around 30 to 32/33 dBmV for transmit level (output power level). Yours are running in the 44 to 47 dBmV level. That's still within spec, but, much higher than normal for this modem. That signal level is commanded by the Cable Modem Termination System, to ensure that the arriving signal levels and signal to noise ratios at the neighbourhood node are within an acceptable range. Unfortunately those numbers are not fed back to the user interface. Tech support also has access to those numbers. The key problem here, in terms of data rates is the QAM level for the modems output. Yours are all running 16 QAM. There should be two channels running at 64 QAM and one channel running at 32 QAM. So, the modem has to transmit data at a lower encoding level in order to ensure that its received and interpreted correctly at the neighbourhood node. That will result in a lower data rate.
4. The bottom OFDM/OFDMA is not used as Rogers hasn't enabled DOCSIS 3.1 upsream. They're working on it and hopefully we'll see that occur fairly soon.
Ok, so, problem one is noise. Problem two are the disconnects that you're seeing.
A couple of things need to be done, personal opinion.
1. Where is the modem located? If its upstairs somewhere, consider moving it and connecting it directly to the cable that arrives from outside of the home. By that I mean, in your basement, or upstairs utility room, there's probably a splitter that is connected to that incoming cable. Disconnect the splitter and connect the modem to the external cable. Then power up the modem and check the signal levels again for noise in the DOCSIS 3.0 downstream levels (1 - 32), higher DOCSIS 3.0 upsteam levels and reduced QAM levels for those upstream channels. The purpose of doing this is to prove or disprove the possibility that the noise problem is within your home. From your description of events, I don't believe the noise is caused within your home, but, never discount any possibility when your tracking down a cable problem.
2. Given the noise situation, when its ongoing and present within the modem, some tech, somewhere, is going to have to look at the data for all of the modems on your line that runs from the neighbourhood node to your home and possibly beyond. If you have noise on your modem, then so do a number of other customers. The question is, where is it coming from? There's a good chance that someone has a device that is connected to their cable system that occasionally fires up, injecting noise into the cable system and making everyone else's cable devices run in a high noise environment, or, in a worst case, it might even drop them offline. This is very hard to track down if that noise is intermittent and would probably require a Senior Tech (Rogers Tech) or a Maintenance Crew to track down the source. However, the starting point here is for a tech to check signal levels, signal to noise ratios and QAM levels, up and down the cable line to determine how widespread this is. Perhaps _USER_ can do this, or hand it over to a tech who has a good deal of experience in tracking down system noise. The DOCSIS 3.1 modems have a much better capability in detecting noise issues, compared to modems from previous years. Its just a question of using all of the available tools and capability that is built into the newer modems.
Hope this provides some explanation of what you're looking at.
Edit: can you check the Software version (firmware version) as shown on the STATUS page. It should indicate version


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December – March
Eastern & central Kenya
November – February
May – August
Apple mango also scientifically known as Mangifera indica is a variety that originated from the Kenyan
coast. The fruit has a nearly round shape and with deep yellow/orange color. The fruit has length of 10cm
by 11cm wide and weighs between 275-585g. In good soil and appropriate environment, the apple mango
tree is voluminous. Harvesting is between Dec–March in Eastern and Central Kenya and Nov–Feb as well
as May–Aug at the coast.
Ngowe mango tree is believed to have originated from Zanzibar and crossed over to Kenyan coast at
around 1897. It does well in low altitudes though of late it has spread to even medium altitude zones. It has
a large, rhombus and slender shape with a hook-like beak at the apex. Before maturity, the fruit is green
and turns to delicious yellow to orange color when ripe. The fruit is 14cm long and 9.5cm wide with an
average weight if 520g. Harvesting starts in November and goes on till March.


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One of the mysteries of the English language finally explained.
- 'This is reflected in the name 'naseberry' from the Spanish níspola and in the French nèfle d' Amérique.'
- 'A unique combination of apple, grape and naseberry fruit pulp infuse natural fruit acids into the skin.'
- 'Your tour starts with the fresh beverage of the day, which could be anything from a refreshing blend of pineapple and papaya to naseberry or mango.'
- 'Then a fruit blend including apples and naseberries equivalent to a 20% glycolic acid peel is applied.'
- 'Other fruits such as naseberries, June plums and etioti apples are refreshing on a warm day.'
Late 17th century: from Spanish and Portuguese néspera 'medlar' + berry.
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Posted on Wednesday 27th September 2023
Steve Mitchell from Veolia (left) with Tim Cooper, head of waste and sustainability at Staffordshire County Council and pupils from Brewood Middle School.
More than 2.75 million tonnes of waste has been diverted from landfill and sent to energy recovery to generate electricity to power 66,000 homes.
These are amongst the successes of a partnership between Staffordshire County Council and Veolia Energy Recovery Facility (ERF) at Four Ashes in the last 10 years.
Other highlights for the partnership include the EnvrioGrant scheme where a total of over £55,000 has been awarded to Staffordshire's communities to help them be more sustainable. Educational tours of the ERF plant along with access to resources for schools focusing on reduce, reuse and recycle have also taken place.
All difficult to recycle or compostable waste is delivered either direct from the kerbside, the Household Waste Recycling Centres or in bulk from waste transfer stations in Staffordshire to the ERF where it is processed. This process then creates steam power from which electricity can be generated. This reduces the county's reliance on using energy from fossil fuels.
Simon Tagg, Staffordshire County Council's Cabinet member for Environment, Infrastructure and Climate Change said:
We're extremely proud of the 10-year partnership between Staffordshire County Council and Veolia.
We see over 300,000 tonnes each year sent to the ERF in Four Ashes, which is a huge amount being sent to generate electricity for homes in Staffordshire.
Reducing the amount of waste that goes into landfill is key to a sustainable Staffordshire and our commitment to reduce the county's carbon footprint to net zero by 2050."
The county council in partnership with Veolia continues its efforts to tackle climate change, diverting 2.75 million tonnes of waste and sending just 1% to landfill is just a few of the ways that helps to be more sustainable.
Donald Macphail, Chief Operating Officer - Treatment UK said:
The achievements of our flagship Energy Recovery Facility in Staffordshire are staggering over the last decade. The effort and hard work put in by our team, ensuring the plant is operational 24 hours a day, 365 days a year is astounding. Ensuring that we can support our partner, Staffordshire County Council, in working to protect our local environment and handle and dispose of the county's waste in the best way.
Our Added Value elements of our partnership have gone over and above to support and welcome the local community. The team has funded numerous projects, volunteered with groups and charities, and continues to support the development of local orchards. We have also led the way on artificial intelligence, with the development of a virtual tour of the ERF, enabling us to take the ERF out to the community. With so much achieved so far we look forward to the next decade."


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Tomorrow, July 13, Ukraine will continue to pour rain
Photo: Oscar Jansons
On the right Bank in some places gusts of 15-20 m/s.
On Friday, July 13, in Ukraine the intermittent rains, thunderstorms, only in the East without rain. Wind North-East, North-West half – West, 5-10 m/s during the day on the right Bank in some places gusts of 15-20 m/s. air Temperature at the South and East the night 17-22, 29-34 degrees during the day. The rest of the night, 14-19, 24-29 in the afternoon in the Western regions of 21-26 degrees.
In Kiev and region will be intermittent rain, thunderstorms. Western wind of 5-10 m/s air Temperature at night 16-18, day 25-27 degrees.
According to the observations of weather forecasters, for the last 130 years the warmest day 13 of July in the capital was in 1934, then the thermometer reached the mark of 34.1 degrees. But the coldest this day was recorded in 1904, when the temperature dropped to 8.2 degrees.
Folk omens: this day is celebrated the Synaxis of the Holy glorious and all-laudable 12 apostles: Peter, Andrew, James the son of Zebedee, John, Philip, Bartholomew, Thomas, Matthew, James the son of Alphaeus, Judas Iakova, Simon Zelotes, and Matthias. Our ancestors listen to the cuckoo: if she continues to sing – the summer will be good and long.
July 12 at 9 a.m. the water temperature in the Black and Azov seas was 23-27, in Dnepr near Kiev of 22 degrees.


live=300
Possible values
Number between 0 and 300
Meaning
Specifies maximum allowed time for a test case run in seconds
- If we don't have the parameter set, the default value will be used
- Maximum time for every test is 300 seconds (5 minutes) and can't be higher than that.
- The user can put in a smaller value than 300 seconds, for example 60 seconds. If the test would finish in 20 seconds, everything would be fine, but if the test carries on for more than 60 seconds it will fail with a message that the maximum time exceeded.
Examples
mx.time_to_live=60
mx.time_to_live=360
mx.notify
Default value
mx.notify=false
Possible values
true' or 'false
Meaning
Specifies if we should get an email notification about test run results.

Default value
Email address of the owner of the project
Possible values
Email address, or email addresses separated by ',' (comma) character
Meaning
If the parameter "mx.notify" has value "true", then this parameter specifies to which email addresses should the notification be sent.
- If we want the notification to be sent to _EMAIL_, we would do that in the following way:
mx.notify.email=_EMAIL_
- If we want to send the notifications to multiple email addresses, we would do that in the following way:
mx.notify.email=_EMAIL_, _EMAIL_
- If parameter "mx.notify" has value "false", parameter "mx.notify.email" will be ignored.

Default value
mx.notify.on_outcome=fail
Possible values
fail' or 'pass' or 'always
Meaning
If the parameter "mx.notify" has value "true", then this parameter specifies in which cases would the notification be sent.
- If the value is 'fail' the notification will be sent only if the test run fails.
- If the value is 'pass' the notification will be sent only if the test run succeeded.
- If the value is 'always' the notification will be sent when the test run finishes.
- If the parameter "mx.notify" is set to "false", the parameter "mx.notify_on_outcome" will be ignored.
Examples:
1) If the parameters for notify were set in the following way:
mx.notify=true
The email would be sent to the owner of the project, only if the test failed.
2) If the parameters for notify were set in the following way:
mx.notify.email=_EMAIL_
mx.notify.on_outcome=always
Because the parameter "mx.notify" has the default value "false", the other parameters will be ignored, and the notification won't get sent.
3) If the parameters for notify were set in the following way:
mx.notify=true
mx.notify.email=_EMAIL_
mx.notify.on_outcome=pass
If the test run succeeds, the notification will be sent to the email address: _EMAIL_
4) If the parameters for notify were set in the following way:
mx.notify=true
mx.notify.email=_EMAIL_, _EMAIL_, _EMAIL_
Because parameter "mx.notify.on_outcome" has default value "fail", if the fails, the notification would be sent to the following email addresses: _EMAIL_, _EMAIL_, _EMAIL_
mx.datadriven

Default value

Possible values
Location of the data driven file
Example: mx.datadriven.file=/dd/data.csv
Meaning
Specifies test as a data driven test and points to a location of the data driven file.
- Supported file types (extensions) are .csv and .xls (.xlsx)
- If the value of the parameter is "mx.datadriven.file" value is "/dd/data.csv", but before we run a test we pass a data driven file from UI, the parameter will be ignored, and the file that was passed from the UI will be used.
- If the parameter "mx.datadriven.file" has a set value, the test will count as a data driven test.
Example:
1) If the parameter 'mx.datadriven.file' was set in the following way:
mx.datadriven.file=/dd/data.csv
That would mean that the test is data driven and that the data driven file is on the location "/dd/data.csv"

Default value
mx.datadriven.runtype=serial
Possible values
serial' or 'parallel
Meaning
Specifies in what way would we execute the rows from the data driven file.
- If the value of the parameter is set to "parallel", but we set it to "serial" from UI, the data driven rows would be executed in serial because the UI dialog has higher priority.

Meaning
With the help of that parameter, we can get the value of the column from a data driven file by a column name.
- This parameter is always used as a variable.
Examples:
 1. If we want to get value for parameter "place" for a column named "city" inside the data driven file, we could do that in the following way:
 2. place=${mx.datadriven.name.city}
 For "${}" usage, refer to our documentation.

 Meaning
 With the help of that parameter, we can get the value of the column from a data driven file by a column number.
 - This parameter is always used as a variable.
 Examples:
 3. If we want to get value for parameter "place" from 3rd column inside the data driven file, we could do that in the following way:
 place=${mx.datadriven.col.3}
 For "${}" usage, refer to our documentation.

Values
If the bridge is active, the value of the parameter is bridge address, if not, it has no value
Meaning
Specifies bridge address
- It's specification is in the "user" layer.
- It exists only when MaxTAF Bridge is active (Look at MaxTAF Bridge documentation).
mx.selenium

Default value

Possible values
"${mx.system.common_pool}",
"${mx.system.private_pool}"
or selenium server address.
Example: "_URL_
Meaning
This parameter specifies the selenium server address on which tests should be executed
- If the value is "${mx.system.common_pool}", the common pool will be used for running the tests. Common pool is a pool of selenium nodes that everyone using MaxTAF Cloud shares. See more in the common pool section.
- If the value is "${mx.system.private_pool}", the private pool will be used for running the tests. Private pool is a pool of selenium nodes that only you use, and are created on demand. See more in the private pool section.
- If the bridge is active, the parameter will have the following value: 'mx.selenium.server=${mx.user.mx.bridge.address}/wd/hub'. The configuration for this is in the "user" layer.

Default value
mx.selenium.enable_video_recording=false
Possible values
true' or 'false
Meaning
This parameter specifies if the video of the test run should be recorded for later analysis
- If the parameter "mx.selenium.enable_video_recording" is set to "true", the video will be recorded during run, and when the test finishes, the video will appear inside the "video" tab which can be expanded.

Default value
mx.selenium.browser=chrome
Possible values
internetexplorer', 'edge', 'chrome' or 'firefox
Meaning
Specifies which browser should be used when running a test

Default value
mx.selenium.mode=remote
Possible values
remote' or 'local
Meaning
Specifies if the remote selenium server should be used for running the tests, or if the tests are going to be run locally.

Default value
mx.selenium.slow_down_level=0
Possible values
Any number greater than 0
Meaning
How much the tests should be slowed if they are too quick for you to monitor them by eyes (in seconds)

Default value

Possible values
Address of any HTTP proxy server
Meaning
Specifies which HTTP proxy server should be used in order to route requests
- Pretty useful if you want location consistency. For example a test that does Google Searches in the United Kingdom only.
In order to understand these parameters, it is necessary to understand layers and variables.
mx.test.### mx.suite.### mx.user.### mx.project.### mx.system.### are not parameters but prefixes, and they are used for retrieving values of the parameters that exist in some other layer.
"mx" stands for "MaxTAF", and next word specifies the layer and can be test, suite, user, project or system
Example:
 1. If we have parameter "time" inside "project" layer and we want to get its value, we could do that in the following way:
 2. timeValue=${mx.project.time}
 3. If we have a parameter "time" in "user" layer and we want to get its value, we could do that in the following way:
 4. timeValue=${mx.user.time}
 5. If we have parameter "


Sending Disk Images
Hitting the "S" key from the main menu lets you enter the name of the disk image you want saved at the host:
By convention, there is a correlation between the filename suffix of a diskette image and the "order" in which the bits are stored; something that is really only of consequence to emulators. Points to remember:
 - When saving disk images at the host, ADTPro will save any Disk ][, 140k, 5-1/4" disk image in "DOS order" no matter what it is named. To work correctly with emulators, these 140k disk images should be named with a ".dsk" or ".do" suffix.
 - ADTPro will save any other disk image (3-1/2" disk, hard drive, ram disk, etc.) in "ProDOS order," and so they should be named with a ".po" suffix. Note that the AppleWin emulator expects a ".hdv" instead of ".po" extension for any large disk image. The Sweet16 emulator will mount ".po" images as if they were 5.25" floppies and ".hdv" images as hard disk drives.
 - Keeping to these naming conventions will ensure your images will work with emulators that only distinguish between bit ordering formats by filename.
After hitting Return to specify the file name, ADTPro will present you with a screen to pick a "volume" (a slot/drive combination) to read. The slot and drive numbers are the first two columns; if the volume happens to be formatted with ProDOS, its name will appear in the Volume Name column. You can use the arrow keys or the space bar to pick the volume to be sent to the host:
The "Blocks" column is the count of ProDOS blocks present on the disk. Each block contains 512 bytes of data. Typical disk sizes are:
Blocks Disk
127 64k RAM disk (128k Apples)
280 5-1/4" Floppy disk (140k) (Note: these are saved in DOS order at the host)
1600 3-1/2" Floppy disk (800k)
65535 32MB Hard drive
Some messages may appear in the "Volume name" column to indicate various situations:
Message Meaning
<NO NAME> A DOS 3.3 disk is in the drive (which is ok)
<I/O ERROR> Can't read the disk in the drive, or the drive is empty
Once you pick the volume to send, an attempt is made to contact the host:
Once contact is made with the host, the disk information starts reading and sending. The line across the screen represents a 20k buffer that is alternately filled and sent to the host:
When the image has finished sending to the host, you will see a "Complete" message:
Pressing any key brings you back to the main ADTPro menu.
If errors are encountered with reading blocks, you will see X characters instead of solid blocks:
If an image contains at least one "bad" block, an error message will appear both at the Apple and at the host end.
You can hit the Escape key at any time to stop the disk sending process and bring you back to the main ADTPro menu. Any time you abort a transmission, it is best to hit the "Disconnect" button on the server and re-connect by clicking on the button representing the connection type you are using.


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Critiques are one of the most effective ways Pincher SAR has to improve the manner in which it works. The purpose of a critique is not to be critical but to share an understanding of what worked well and what could be improved. By building on this shared understanding, Pincher SAR can continuously improve its responses.
Pincher SAR performs a critique after all but minor incidents.
Neutral knowledgeable facilitator
Invite all stakeholders
Respect confidentiality
Facts first
Focus on learnings
A critique is not about criticism. It should not become a forum for blame or guilt.
Ideas, not decisions
Discuss around functional areas
After an incident of any size there is a lot to discuss. If every person brings up every point they can think of, the meeting will be so long that everyone would be exhausted.
Round table
Leading up to the critique
 - Prepare for the meeting
 - Announce by e-mail or call-out.
 - Decide whether snacks are needed and arrange them.
 - Collect suggestions from those members that can't attend.
Your effort: 1 hr
At the critique
 - Chair the meeting.
 - Your function is to focus and facilitate the discussion. Let the participants do most of the talking. If you get involved in bringing out your own suggestions or teaching, it's very easy to get distracted from your facilitation role. Perhaps you can add any suggestions you have to the report in the same way as you'll add any suggestions emailed to you by those who could not attend.
 - Ask someone to take detailed notes. This shouldn't be someone who will be doing a lot of talking during the critique (e.g. central person in the incident).
 - introductions
 - sign in (to the critique)
 - confidentiality
 - what a critique is
 - understanding
 - learning, improvement
 - suggestions, ideas
 - how suggestions will be distributed
 - committees that will make decisions on suggestions
 - incident summary (from draft 1-page report)
 The leading questions are just to help the participants think about the subject matter of the functional area. The chair can read them if the participants are stumped about what to say about a functional area. They don't have to be answered.
 - mandate
 leading questions: Does our team have a mandate to respond to these types of situations? Should it? Are there other organizations that have a mandate to be involved?
 - first notification / tasking
 leading questions: Was the emergency detected promptly? How was it deteced? Who called who? Was the magnitude of the emergency assessed correctly at the start? What means were used for this assessment? Are any guides or aids needed to assist emergency evaluation? Was our information adequate?
 - call-out
 leading questions: When was Callout notified? Was it appropriate to mobilize PCSAR resources and was this promptly initiated? How could the response time improve? Was a search manager notified promptly? Were search personnel notified promptly? Were the appropriate type of personnel requested? Were there people that met the criteria that were not called? Was their an appropriate response? Were contact numbers up to date?
 - investigation
 leading questions: What investigations were happening beyond the search effort? What information was key to shaping the search? What could be done to obtain trustworthy information in a timely manner?
 - communications
 leading questions: Were communications adequate? What technology was or could have been used? Did messages get passed when they were needed? Was communications clear and accurate?
 - (de)briefing
 leading questions: How were teams briefed? Were they provided sufficient background information? Did they understand their assignment and operating procedures? Were teams efficiently debriefed? Did all the information that was needed get recorded?
 - searching
 leading questions: What was the initial strategy for response to this emergency? What techniques proved effective How did the stategy evolve and change during the emergency and how were thes changes implemented? What problems did seachers encounter? What improvements could be made in searching?
 - access/return from segment
 leading questions: How was access to/from the search segments?
 - extrication
 leading questions: How was the subject extricated? What would have made it more complicated? Was the team prepared for the possible situations?
 - stand down
 leading questions: When was the decision made to stand down? Were there problems demobolizing?
 - CISM
 leading questions: What were/could have been the critical stresses on this incident? What support was available/used?
 - prevention, public education
 leading questions: How could this incident have been prevented? Was this incident used to educated the public?
 - travel
 leading questions: How did responders get to and from the site? Were convoy's used? Was there a need for people to check in when they returned? Was travel safety evaluated?
 - Plans Section
 leading questions: What preplans were in place to help with this incident? Were maps, situation reports, weather and hazard forecasts provided to all who needed them? Was the selection of team assignments guided by analysis of the situation? Was the plan for the next op period ready before it started? Were clues, PODs, map updates and recommendations from the field being used to focus search efforts and provide updated information to teams going to the field?
 - Logistics Section
 leading questions: What teams/personnel/equipment/materiel was mobilized? How were they mobilized? How did utilization change with time? Were resources used effectively? Were they easy to obtain? Do we have adequate knowledge of resource availability? Are there other resources in our team that we didn't know we had?
 - media
 leading questions: How was the media handled? What problems were encountered?
 - family
 leading questions: What support did the family need? What critical information came from the family? Was the family kept informed? Did we use other teams to link with family in other communities?
 - post ops
 leading questions: What were the major post op activities? When was the team fully ready to be deployed again? Was this work left to only a few volunteers?
 - learning
 leading questions: How has/could the critique support learning? For exercises, how did/could the goals/techniques promote learning?
 - miscellaneous
 leading questions: Are there any subject areas we haven't touched on?
Your effort: 1.5 hrs
After the critique
 - Report
 - Forward your report to each group.
Your effort: 2.5 hrs.
Critique notes
See also
Personal tools


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With the normal code editors, you could get a reading of the temperature of the microprocessor on the micro:bit. You can do that in MicroPython too. The reading is quite precise but, because it is reading the temperature of the silicon die on the main CPU, it is not an accurate reading of temperature of the room. If you use an actual thermometer, you can find out the difference between the reading that you get on the micro:bit and the one on your thermometer. That difference is likely to be pretty consistent when the temperature of the room changes and, if you subtract that number from the reading you get with your program, you will have a good measure of the temperature of the room.
It is pretty easy. Press the REPL button before you flash this to see the temperature in degrees Celsius displayed.
from microbit import * while True: sleep(5000) print(str(temperature())+"degC")
- Think of a better way to display the information.
- Create a temperature-sensitive device that sounds an alarm or lights/flashes an LED or image when certain temperatures are reached.


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Key destinations for the Embassy's expeditions:
1. Major habitats ("world capitals") of dolphins and whales.
During the expeditions the conditions and possibilities of immediate contact with cetaceans are studied, as well as the state of mind of human individuals in the course of and after such encounters.
2. Unique natural objects, traditionally associated with extraordinary manifestations of possibilities for interaction between Man and Nature (so called places of power – sacred mountains, springs believed to be healing, etc.).
3. Places where contacts with large free-living mammals (elephants, horse, anthropoid apes, wolfs) are possible.
4. Centers of culture geared to unordinary development of consciousness and human potential in general (e.g. schools of transformative practices).


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Did ancient coffee houses lay the groundwork for modern consumerism?
If you think that your favourite coffee shop is a great gathering place for discussion, you should have been around in the Ottoman Empire starting in the 1550s. A new study in the Journal of Consumer Research examines the role of
coffee houses in the evolution of the consumer.
Authors Eminegül Karababa from the University of Exeter Business School and Güliz Ger of Bilkent University, Ankara, Turkey have researched widely and deeply into the history of coffee houses in the early modern Ottoman Empire and found they offered their patrons a lot more than coffee.
They found that patrons engaged in gambling, taking drugs, meeting with "young beautiful boys," as well as performing or watching entertainments such as puppet theatres, storytellers, and musical and dance performances. The early coffee houses were controversial enterprises. "Formation, normalisation, and legalisation of such a site for transgressive pleasures was controversial since the formal religious morality of the period which was orthodox Islam considered it to be sinful and illegal. Thus, they were repeatedly banned by the state."
Yet, the coffee houses flourished, and by the sixteenth and seventeenth centuries, Ottomans from all ranks of the society met to drink coffee, socialize, and have literary discussions. Coffee house discourse often challenged the authority of the state and religion and led to changes in the society. "Simultaneously, a new Ottoman consumer, resisting the prescriptions of the state and religion, actively constructing self-ethics, and taking part in the formation of the coffeehouse culture, was forming as well."
"Obviously, the early modern Ottoman context was very different than any modern capitalist system", the authors write. "But the active consumer may not be as recent or even a chronological phenomenon as many consumer researchers think."
Eminegül Karababa and Güliz Ger. "Early Modern Ottoman Coffeehouse Culture and the Formation of the Consumer Subject." Journal of Consumer Research: February 2011.
Date: 28 August 2010

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Capping Pipes Saves Wildlife
Concerned about the discovery of accidental bird deaths in California State, Missourians are taking action to eliminate similar hazards in the ShowMe State.
Workers at Audubon California's Kern River Preserve discovered the remains of hundreds of dead birds in a 20-foot-long pipe that had rusted and fallen over. Victims of the irrigation pipe, which had been in place more than 50 years, included bluebirds, woodpeckers and kestrels, along with lizards and other small animals that had gotten inside and were unable to escape. The death trap was part of an abandoned irrigation system.
Following the macabre discovery, Audubon staff began noticing similar hazards on their preserve and neighboring land. They found dead animals in pipes ranging from 1 to 10 inches in diameter and set to work removing or capping the pipes to prevent further carnage.
Missourians have discovered similar carnage here and are looking for ways to prevent further damage. Solutions include capping exposed vent pipes or fence posts or covering the open ends with hardware cloth. Removal is an option for obsolete pipes. See ca.audubon.org/ workinglands-pipes.php for more information.
About a month before the California revelation, MDC also had discovered a pipe problem and was re-examining the design of fishing-line disposal bins provided for anglers at popular fishing spots. The bins consist of PVC pipe mounted vertically on posts with caps on the bottom and uncapped elbows on top. Anglers place scrap line in the pipe, preventing it from becoming a hazard to wildlife.
Tree swallows and prothonotary warblers have been found dead and entangled in fishing line inside similar receptacles in other states. MDC is retrofitting line-recycling bins with covers with slits that still allow insertion of used fishing line without letting birds get inside. The covers are made from tire inner tubes or rubber roof sheeting held in place by pipe clamps. See mdc. _URL_ for details.
Deer, Turkey Harvest Wrap-Up
Missouri hunters had good success during the 2011–2012 fall deer and turkey seasons, proving that Conservation makes Missouri a great place to hunt. They checked 52,671 deer during the four-month archery season. That is 24 percent more than in 2010. Archers also checked 2,923 turkeys, an increase of 34 percent from the previous year. The fall firearms turkey harvest was 7,077, a 19-percent increase from 2010.
Hunters age 6 through 15 checked 2,193 deer during the late youth firearms hunt Jan. 7 and 8, bringing the 2011–2012 firearms deer harvest to 238,921. That is a 3-percent increase from the previous year.
The combined archery and firearms deer harvest was 291,592. That was up 6 percent from the previous year and virtually identical to the past 10 years' average of 252,029.
Expenditures by Missouri's more than 500,000 deer hunters pump $690 million into the state's economy each year, generating more than $1 billion of overall business activity and supporting more than 11,000 jobs.
MDC staff works with you and for you to sustain healthy wildlife. To learn more about the types of assistance available to private landowners, visit mdc.mo.gov.
Missourians Await Return of Martins
Hundreds of purple martins are on their way back to Missouri, and the Purple Martin Conservation Association (PMCA) needs your help finding them.
John Miller, a PMCA member who monitors purple martins in the St. Louis area, says he and other martin aficionados banded more than 800 martin nestlings in St. Louis, Licking and Marshall last year. They need to know when and where those birds return to Missouri in order to learn more about the birds' survival and movements.
The banded martins will arrive here a little later than older birds, trickling in from late April through early June. Previous banding studies (published at purplemartin.org) showed that only 10 to 20 percent of purple martin fledglings return to their natal sites. Most return to within 30 miles of where they hatched. However, a small percentage ends up hundreds of miles away. A female martin banded at a colony near Jamesport in 2009 turned up the next year in Jenera, Ohio, 650 miles from its birthplace.
Each of the martins banded in Missouri last year carries two bands, a silver federal band and a colored Missouri band that can be read with a spotting scope. The bands bear the letters "MO" and numbers. N aturally, people who maintain martin houses have the best chance of spotting one of the banded birds.
If you spot a banded martin, contact the Missouri River Bird Observatory at _PHONE_ or _EMAIL_ to report the sighting and learn the origin of the bird.
Help Bash Trash in April
Missourians care about keeping their state clean, and the annual N o MOre Trash! Trash Bash, co-sponsored by the Missouri departments of Conservation (MDC) and Transportation (MoDOT) each April, helps them act on that caring. The Trash Bash is part of the two agencies' ongoing No MOre Trash! statewide anti-litter campaign. During the entire month of April, people pick up litter all across Missouri from roadsides, parks, neighborhoods, rivers, streams and other places.
"This is the 10th year of No MOre Trash! In Missouri," said Stacy Armstrong, MoDOT No MOre Trash! coordinator. "Through the years, hundreds of thousands of volunteers have picked up more than half a million bags of trash as part of April Trash Bash activities," she said. "Now that's a lot of litter!"
MDC No MOre Trash! Coordinator Joe Jerek added that littering isn't just ugly, it hurts wildlife, is illegal and costs Missourians millions of tax dollars each year.
"Animals get tangled in litter, such as plastic six-pack holders and fishing line, and it can kill them," Jerek explained. "Litter also poisons wild-life and can cost a litterer up to $1,000 in fines and one year in jail."
MoDOT spends more than $5 million each year cleaning litter from Missouri's roadsides, while MDC spends almost $1 million a year to clean litter from conservation areas and other MDC locations.
Last year more than 157,000 bags of trash and many more truckloads of debris were collected by thousands of volunteers during April. Volunteers included MoDOT and MDC employees, Adopt-A-Highway volunteers, Stream Team members and members of the public and community groups.
Anyone can report their activity at nomoretrash.org and get a free lapel pin for their efforts. "Besides the recognition, we all get a little exercise, some fresh air, and a cleaner place to work, live and play," Armstrong said.
Photo Tip of the Month: Zoom Lenses
In last month's photo tip we said that great wildlife photography requires more than just long zoom lenses. While that is certainly true, this month's phototip is devoted to why those long zoom lenses are also very helpful. The goal of good wildlife photography is to show a particular critter up close and personal, and because most wildlife tends to take offense when we get too close, a telephoto or zoom lens is vitally important.
Long lenses also have the added bonus of compressing the "depth-of-field." That is, the distance in front of and behind your subject that is also in focus is very short, so there is little else that is also in focus competing for attention with your subject. In the example image, you can see how the background is so out see how the background is so out of focus it becomes a diffuse backdrop that really helps the subject stand out.
Long lenses can, of course, get very expensive. Various things affect the price, and you have to weigh your budget against the features that are important to you. G enerally, the more money you spend the lenses get sharper, longer, have better auto-focus and other electronics, and have wider apertures. This last item is helpful because it means you can shoot in lower light conditions, or use faster shutter speeds to better freeze the motion of your subject.
This all assumes you have a camera with interchangeable lenses. If you want to take wildlife photos with your point-and-shoot, you can do so, but you have to understand the limitations. You will not be able to take photos like the pros. But, to increase your chances of getting a decent shot, be sure to purchase a point-and-shoot camera with the longest optical zoom possible. Do not be lured by the promises of digital zoom. Digital zoom essentially works by cropping your images, which degrades quality. Some point and shoots now come with as much as 21x optical zoom.
75th Anniversary of Conservation Photo Contest, Enter Now!
Remember to get out those cameras and search those photo files for your best images that
celebrate the natural wonders of Missouri and the 75-year legacy of MDC. A full list of rules and guidelines can be found on our website at _URL_. Entries will only be accepted via Flickr, an Internet photo sharing service. If you are not on Flickr, it is easy to join. Just go to our 75th anniversary photo contest Flickr site for more information: _URL_ groups/mdc75thanniversary/. When you add photos to the contest group in Flickr, the photos MUST be tagged


text: In preparing the GSTB-v2A satellite for ESA, SSTL will draw heavily on the results of the UK British National Space Centre's 'MOSAIC' initiative, which partly funded the company's development of a low-cost geostationary communications satellite.The European Space Agency (ESA) awarded Surrey Satellite Technology Ltd (SSTL) in the UK a contract Friday to construct the first test satellite for Europe's global navigation system, Galileo. In a contract to SSTL worth 28 million euros ($US33 million), the demonstrator satellite known as the 'Galileo System Test Bed v2A (GSTB-v2A)' will provide the first Galileo navigation signal from space, measure the radiation environment in the proposed Galileo orbit and assist with international radio regulation issues. Using GSTB-v2A, to be launched into a 23,616 km circular 56° inclination medium Earth orbit, ESA will be able to obtain an early experimental signal for the demonstration of Galileo technology and have an opportunity to test key European technologies in the harsh space environment that the operational Galileo satellites will encounter. The results from the GSTB-v2A mission will be taken into account in the follow-on projects that will develop the full Galileo constellation of 30 satellites. Having an in-orbit test bed satellite will greatly reduce the technical risks in the development of the full constellation. SSTL was selected by ESA for this critical first step in a huge programme because they have the greatest experience and track record on small satellites available in Europe and are able to meet the demanding schedule at a very competitive price. In preparing the GSTB-v2A satellite for ESA, SSTL will draw heavily on the results of the UK British National Space Centre's 'MOSAIC' initiative, which partly funded the company's development of a low-cost geostationary communications satellite.The award of the GSTB-v2A contract marks a momentous milestone in the provision of an independent European satellite navigation system. Galileo is Europe's contribution to global navigation and is designed to operate alongside GPS providing the users with much better performance than GPS on its own.


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- The HP-01 magnetometer complements Narda Safety Test Solutions' range of interchangeable isotropic probes for use with the NBM-550 portable field meter from Narda Safety Test Solutions.
- This probe analyzes selectively frequency static and time-varying magnetic fields in the range from 0 Hz (DC) to 1 kHz.
With its dynamic range of 120 dB, the HP-01 magnetic field probe is particularly suitable for use in occupational health and safety. It is intended for evaluating field exposures in manufacturing industry workplaces with high static magnetic fields in accordance with the European Directive 2013/35/EU.
The HP-01's isotropic Hall effect sensors cover the measuring range of 10 µT and 10 T (Tesla – magnetic flux density) in a single device.
The HP01-TS software, supplied with the unit, allows the magnetometer and the NBM-550 field meter to be controlled from mid-2018.
The FFT analysis of the magnetometer is used to examine signals in the time and/or frequency ranges in applications such as safety measures in the fields of nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR) and electro-mobility, electrolysis processes, magnetic stirrers, permanent magnets and DC drives and generators.
The Narda NBM-550 field meter, available with a GPS option, covers various frequency ranges depending on the probe used. This portable instrument is equipped with a backlit LCD display with graphic display, a memory capacity of 5000 measurements, a result transfer software to a PC, and a USB interface.


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Determine the glucose tolerance of two different patients by generating and using a standard curve to calculate the amount of glucose in their blood before and after eating.
This lab provided a 100mM Glucose standard solution which you are required to dilute with water to give final concentrations of 0,0.4,0.8,1.2,1.6 and 2.0 mmol/L glucose in a final volume 0.5ml. You will then use those concentrations to generate a standard curve using a spectrophotometer in order to calculate the amount of glucose in two different patient samples. Here are the absorbance-measurements of the six tubes: tube 1:0,tube 2:0.310, tube3:0.611, tube4:0.938, tube 5:1.016, tube6: 1.021
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1)produce a table of dilutions
2)prepare a 10-fold diluted 'patient sample ' from the above data to give 0.5ml final volume.Perform the 'patient samples' in duplicate.Absorbance for each solution taken at 550nm.
3)Results were obtained by measuring absorbances for the 2patients at time=0 and time=2hours to check glucose tolerance. So, time 0/patient 1 absorb=0.855 and 0.876 and patient 2 absorb=0.782 and 0.788 then at time 2hours we got for patient 1 absorb=0.748 and 0.752 and patient 2 absorb.=0.710 and 0.692.(remember is duplicated) From all this data use EXCEL to construct standard curves and determine the concentrations of the 2patient samples
4)Convert the values obtained in mmol/L into mg/dL and explain how
5)Use WHO guidelines for the diagnosis of diabetes to interprete the patients results during this Glucose Tolerance Test.
6)What component in Lucozade(given as a glucose resource) may have an adverse effect on the results of the Glucose Tolerance Test?
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Press Secretary Sean Spicer has been in the news because he said he chews and swallows 35 sticks a day.
By Kristin Canning
January 26, 2017
Credit: Getty Images
White House Press Secretary Sean Spicer's gum habit went viral this week, after a strange tidbit from a 2016 interview resurfaced on social media. Back in August, Spicer told the Washington Post that he chews and swallows 35 sticks of Orbit cinnamon gum a day(!)—before noon. As the factoid picked up steam, everyone's been speculating about whether it's actually safe to chew and ingest that much gum.
The short answer is no, says Roshini Rajapaksa, MD (who goes by Dr. Raj), Health's medical editor and gastroenterologist at New York University's Langone Medical Center. The issue isn't so much swallowing the gum (more on that later), but chewing and consuming high amounts of sorbitol, an artificial sweetener found in many sugar-free gums. (Sorbitol is the first ingredient in Orbit.) "Sorbitol can work as a laxative, and cause bloating and diarrhea," says Dr. Raj.
A 2008 report on two case studies published in the journal BMJ found that ingesting high amounts of sorbitol could cause chronic diarrhea, malnutrition, and severe weight loss. One of the case study subjects was a 46-year-old man who was chewing 20 sticks of gum, and eating other foods with the sweetener.
In another small study published in the journal Gastroenterology in 1983, people began experiencing gas and bloating after consuming 10 grams of sorbitol, and cramps and diarrhea after 20 grams. (One stick of Orbit gum contains 2 grams of sorbitol.)
Poop problems aside, the sweetener does not cause any long-term damage to the intestines, says Dr. Raj. Sorbitol-related digestive issues are typically resolved when someone stops consuming the ingredient.
This doesn't mean Spicer is experiencing any gastrointestinal issues, Dr. Raj adds—sorbitol affects everyone differently. "Some people are more sensitive to it than others," she says. "It's not harmful if you're not experiencing any issues."
Whenever someone experiences unexplained gas, bloating, cramps, or diarrhea, Dr. Raj suggests cutting off sorbitol to see if it makes a difference. In addition to sugarless gum, sorbitol can be found in diet drinks, dried fruit, and sugarless candy. And, Dr. Raj says, people who are chronically bloated should avoid chewing gum altogether because it causes you to swallow extra air. "There can be a sort of double-whammy effect if you're chewing gum and it has sorbitol in it, so people who already have these issues should not be chewing gum."
There is one other relevant, though small, risk worth mentioning: If you swallow a large amount of gum every day, it could stick together and form a bezoar, which is a mass trapped in the gastrointestinal system that causes an obstruction, says Dr. Raj. But if you only swallow a stick of gum every once in a while, it's not a big concern: "It should pass around the same time as other foods, in one to three days."


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Dirty shipping: Low sulfur standards in marine fuels
The most energy efficient way to move things around the world is stick something in a 40 by 8 foot foot shipping container that is hauled to port by an 18 wheel truck and loaded on a gigantic container ship. These ships piled high with goods from all over the world can be as large as 400 by 59 meters and can carry up to 9000 of these 40 foot shipping containers at a time.
These ships are often designed to burn the dirtiest type of fuel, which is the residual sludge left over after oil distillation that is called heavy fuel oil. This sludge is so viscous that it has to be heated just to pump it into the ship engines to be burned. Most large ships operating today use a type of fuel known as intermediate fuel oil, which is a mixture of heavy fuel oil which has a viscosity up to 700 mm2 per second and marine gas oil, which is No. 2 distillate with a viscosity between 1.5 and 6 mm2/sec. This intermediate fuel oil is generally sold as IFO180 or IFO360, meaning it has a viscosity of 180 mm2/sec or 360 mm2/sec.
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. Currently, the only valid signature scheme is v1. To aid with testing, Stripe sends an additional signature with a fake v0 scheme, for test-mode events.
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 Note that newlines have been added in the example above for clarity, but a real Stripe-Signature header will be all one line.
 Stripe generates signatures using a hash-based message authentication code (HMAC) with SHA-256. To prevent downgrade attacks, you should ignore all schemes that are not v1.
 It is possible to have multiple signatures with the same scheme/secret pair. This can happen when you roll an endpoint's secret from the Dashboard, and choose to keep the previous secret active for up to 24 hours. During this time, your endpoint has multiple active secrets and Stripe generates one signature for each secret.
 Step 1: Extract the timestamp and signatures from the header
 Split the header, using the , character as the separator, to get a list of elements. Then split each element, using the = character as the separator, to get a prefix and value pair.
 The value for the prefix t corresponds to the timestamp, and v1 corresponds to the signature(s). You can discard all other elements.
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How to Logout of Mail on Mac
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Logging out of your email account on your Mac is an essential step to ensure the security of your personal information. Whether you are using the built-in Mail app or a third-party email client, here's a step-by-step guide on how to log out of your mail on Mac.
Using the Mail App
If you use the Mail app on your Mac to access your email accounts, follow these simple steps to log out:
 1. Open the Mail app: Click on the Mail icon located in your dock or find it in the Applications folder.
 2. Go to Preferences: In the top menu bar, click on "Mail" and select "Preferences" from the drop-down menu.
 3. Select Accounts: In the Preferences window that appears, click on the "Accounts" tab.
 4. Select Account: From the list of accounts on the left side of the window, select the email account you want to log out of.
 5. Sign Out: Now, click on the "Sign Out" button located at the bottom-left corner of the window.
You have successfully logged out of your email account using the Mail app. Remember, when you sign out, you won't receive any new emails until you sign back in again.
Using Third-Party Email Clients
If you use a third-party email client like Microsoft Outlook or Mozilla Thunderbird, logging out may vary slightly depending on the application. However, most email clients follow a similar pattern. Here's a general guide:
 1. Open Your Email Client: Locate and open your preferred email client on your Mac.
 2. Access Account Settings: Look for the "Options" or "Preferences" menu within the email client and click on it.
 3. Find Account Information: In the settings menu, locate the section that contains your account information, such as username and password.
 4. Sign Out or Remove Account: Depending on your email client, you may find an option to sign out or remove the account entirely. Click on this option to log out of your email account.
Note that different third-party email clients may have variations in their interface and options. It's always a good idea to consult the documentation or support resources provided by the specific email client if you encounter any difficulties logging out.
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Logging out of your mail on Mac is a crucial step in protecting your privacy and ensuring that no unauthorized access occurs. By following these simple steps, you can easily log out of your email accounts using either the Mail app or a third-party email client.
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Only the hardiest can survive the unforgiving climate of Frostfire Ridge. Numbering among the natives are the sturdy frostwolves. The Frostwolf orc clan has taken these beasts as their symbol and namesake, and the orcs and their wolf companions fight and hunt together as an extended pack family.
Explorers in Frostfire Ridge should be wary of the frostwolf's undomesticated cousin, the dangerous garn. These enormous beasts, twice the mass of an Azerothian bear, are identified by their massive jaws and jet-black fur. Even the Frostwolf orcs fear the unruly and wild garn.
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Serbia: Value of the transmission capacity available for transactions30. June 2016. / News Serbia Energy
Comparison of methods for calculating the value of available transmission capacity of bilateral and multilateral transactions by applying metaheuristic methods was analysed in the paper by Darko Sosic and Ivan Skoljev, from the Faculty of Electrical Engineering, University of Belgrade. Given that a universal metaheuristic method has not been made so far providing best solutions for each given problem, the authors compared the results obtained by applying the three methods: Genetic Algorithm (GA), Black Hole Algorithm (BH) and the Gray Wolf Optimizer Algorithm (GWO). In their paper Determination of the Transmission Capacity Value Available for Transactions by Applying New Optimization Methods, the authors present the results on a standard test network, IEEE 30 busbar system, mostly used in professional literature to resolve such problems. This paper was presented at the CIGRE Serbia Conference, organised for the 32nd time by the Serbian National Committee of CIGRE on Zlatibor in May 2015.
One of the basic divisions of metaheuristic optimization methods is based on the idea of genetics, evolution, principles of physics and animal behaviour. Sosic and Skokljev describe one method from each group: Genetic Algorithm, Black Hole Algorithm and the Grey Wolf Optimizer Algorithm. After analysing the available transmission capacity, which is a measure of the remaining transmission capacity for further trade besides the already established and reserved capacity, the paper presents the results of research.
Comparison of optimization methods was performed using the results obtained by applying the method of recurring power flows. By using the AC coefficients of sensitivity, the upper limit of the independent variables in the optimization process was determined. When calculating the value of the ATC, individual outages of all transmission system branches were respected. Each of the optimization algorithms incorporates the possibility of automatic correction of the independent variables upper limit.
Although the calculation of individual transactions optimization methods require more time than using the RPF method, this method can be easily upgraded in order to calculate the optimal allocation of generation and consumption of multilateral transactions in order to transfer large quantities of electricity, as well as for troubleshooting transmission network congestions, transmits Serbia-energy.eu
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John Fleming (_PHONE_) was a Scottish landscape painter who lived and worked in Greenock. He is best known for the series of views he painted for Swan's Lakes of Scotland, published at Glasgow in 1834.
Fleming was born in about 1792 and apprenticed to a house painter at the age of fourteen. He is thought to have had some contact with the portrait painter James Saxon before spending some time in London, where he worked as a housepainter and took the opportunity to the study paintings in galleries there.
As a landscapist, Fleming specialised in small paintings of Scottish scenery, which became widely known through a series of collaborations with the Glasgow engraver and publisher Joseph Swan. He first worked with Swan in 1828 on a publication entitled Select Views of Glasgow and its environs, to which the Glasgow artist John Knox also contributed. Fleming and Swan followed this with Select Views on the Clyde (1830) and Select Views of the Lakes of Scotland (1834).The last of these, consisting of a total of 48 plates, issued in 16 parts, proved popular enough to justify the publication of further editions in 1836 and 1839.
Fleming also worked as a portrait painter and is listed as such in his first appearance in a local Greenock directory of 1831–2. From 1834 onwards he was listed as both a portrait and landscape painter. His portrait work seems to have been almost entirely commissioned by clients from within the town.
Fleming was a regular contributor to the Glasgow Exhibition of the Fine Arts series of the works of living British Artists, held under the patronage of the Glasgow Dilettanti Society between 1828 and 1838. He became an extraordinary member of the Glasgow Dilettanti Society and was elected a member of the West of Scotland Academy when he showed at its first exhibition in 1841. He also exhibited at the Royal Scottish Academy exhibitions of 1828, 1830 and 1837, showing two landscapes at each.
He died on 16 February 1845.
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The River to River Cooperative Weed Management Area (CWMA) is a partnership between 12 federal and state agencies, organizations, and universities aimed at coordinating efforts and programs for addressing the threat of invasive plants in Southern Illinois. The CWMA was formally established in 2006 (view our MOU) and addresses both terrestrial and aquatic invasive plant species through collaborative projects and activities focused in the following areas:
The CWMA is grant funded and projects-based. Our goal is to cooperatively address the short and long-term effects of non-native invasive plants across jurisdictional boundaries within the 11 southern counties of Illinois.
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Foundations form the interaction between an upper structure and the soil. Settlements depend on local soil conditions and on the construction method. Especially for pile-raft foundations there is an important interplay between the pile, the raft and the soil to support the forces from the upper structure. In this interplay deformations are a key factor. Such a situation can only be analysed effectively by means of three-dimensional finite element calculations in which proper models are incorporated to simulate soil behaviour and soil-structure interaction.
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In this exercise, you will connect to Power Apps and Power Automate PowerShell cmdlets to list all connections that are in your tenant. You can use this information to determine which users are making connections through different connectors.
 1. Launch Windows PowerShell and select Run as Administrator.
 Run as Administrator
 2. Import the required modules by using the following commands:
 Install-Module -Name Microsoft.PowerApps.Administration.PowerShell
 Install-Module -Name Microsoft.PowerApps.PowerShell-AllowClobber
 3. If you are prompted to accept the change to the InstallationPolicy value of the repository, accept this change for all modules by entering A and then pressing Enter for each module.
 4. List all connections by using the Get-AdminPowerAppConnection command.
 5. At this point, you should be prompted for credentials. Enter your credentials while accounting for the prerequisites that were discussed at the beginning of this module.
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Council of Kadosh
Philosophical and Chivalric Degrees
NumberDegree NameNumberDegree Name
19Grand Pontiff25Knight of the Brazen Serpent
20Master of the Symbolic Lodge26Prince of Mercy
21Noachite or Prussian Knight27Knight Commander of the Temple
22Knight of the Royal Axe28Knight of the Sun
23Chief of the Tabernacle29Knight of St Andrew
24Prince of the Tabernacle30Knight Kadosh
The degrees encompassed by the Council of Kadosh are the 19th through 30th. Although Pike identifies them as chivalric or philosophical, they are all intensely mystical with respect to the lessons conveyed and symbols employed.
The Council degrees explain why morality and the practice of virtue are indispensable to Masons. The political lessons explain why intolerance, superstition and bigotry are special enemies of human freedom. The examination of widely varied religions seeks to explain the nature of Deity and the relationship between Him and mankind.
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Coping with the complexities and stress that arise when a teenager refuses to visit their non-custodial parent can be a daunting task, but understanding the reasons behind their decision and adopting effective strategies can help both parents navigate this challenging situation.
Parenting is never an easy job, and it becomes even more challenging when a teenager refuses to visit their non-custodial parent. This situation can lead to confusion, frustration, and stress for both parents and the child. Understanding the reasons behind the refusal and finding ways to address them is crucial for maintaining healthy relationships between the teenager and both parents. In this article, we will explore the possible reasons for a teenager's refusal to visit the non-custodial parent, the legal obligations and consequences for the custodial parent, and tips and strategies to encourage and facilitate visitation.
Possible Reasons for a Teenager's Refusal to Visit the Non-Custodial Parent
There are several reasons why a teenager might not want to visit their non-custodial parent. Some of these reasons might be justified, while others could be based on preference or convenience. Let's take a closer look at some common reasons:
Busy schedule and desire for autonomy: As teenagers grow older, they become more independent and have busier schedules with school, extracurricular activities, and social events. This can make it difficult for them to find time for visitation, or they may simply prefer to have more control over their own schedule.
Attachment to the custodial parent or their home: Teenagers might feel more comfortable or attached to the custodial parent or their home environment, making it difficult for them to leave for visitation with the non-custodial parent.
Conflicts with the non-custodial parent or their new family members: Disagreements or conflicts with the non-custodial parent, their new partner, or other family members can create a hostile environment that the teenager may want to avoid.
Influence of the custodial parent's negative attitude: Sometimes, the custodial parent's negative attitude or comments about the non-custodial parent can influence the teenager's perception and willingness to visit.
Experience of abuse or violence by the non-custodial parent: In some cases, the teenager might have experienced or witnessed abuse, neglect, substance abuse, or violence by the non-custodial parent, making them fearful of visitation.
Legal Obligations and Consequences for the Custodial Parent
It's important to note that unless there is a court order that modifies or terminates the visitation rights of the non-custodial parent, the custodial parent has a legal obligation to comply with the existing custody order and parenting plan. Failure to do so without a valid reason can lead to legal consequences for the custodial parent, such as:
- Being held in contempt of court and fined or jailed.
- Losing custody or visitation rights to the child.
- Having to pay attorney fees or court costs for the non-custodial parent.
- Having to attend counseling or parenting classes.
If the teenager has a valid reason to refuse visitation, such as fear of harm or abuse by the non-custodial parent, the custodial parent should take steps to protect the child and seek legal help to modify or terminate the visitation rights of the non-custodial parent.
Protecting the Teenager in Cases of Abuse or Harm
If the teenager has a valid reason for refusing visitation, such as experiencing abuse or harm from the non-custodial parent, it's crucial for the custodial parent to take appropriate steps to protect the child. Some steps include:
- Documenting any evidence of abuse, neglect, substance abuse, or violence by the non-custodial parent, such as photos, videos, medical records, police reports, or witness statements.
- Reporting any incidents of abuse or neglect to the appropriate authorities, such as child protective services or law enforcement.
- Consulting with a family lawyer who can advise on how to file a motion for modification or termination of visitation rights based on the best interests of the child.
Encouraging and Facilitating Visitation in Cases of Preference or Convenience
If the teenager does not have a valid reason to refuse visitation, such as preference or convenience, the custodial parent should try to encourage and facilitate the visitation with the non-custodial parent. Some strategies include:
- Communicating respectfully and cooperatively with the non-custodial parent about the visitation schedule and any changes or issues that arise.
- Avoiding badmouthing or criticizing the non-custodial parent in front of the child or interfering with their relationship.
- Listening to and validating the teenager's feelings and concerns about visiting the non-custodial parent without taking sides or judging them.
- Explaining to the teenager why it is important for them to have a relationship with both parents and how it benefits them in the long run.
- Seeking professional help from a counselor, mediator, or therapist who can help resolve any conflicts or problems between the teenager and the non-custodial parent.
Dealing with a teenager who refuses to visit the non-custodial parent can be a complex and stressful situation for both parents and the child. By understanding the reasons behind the refusal and adopting effective strategies, parents can help to navigate this challenging situation and foster healthy relationships between the teenager and both parents. Remember, open communication, empathy, and support for the teenager's well-being and relationships with both parents are essential for resolving conflicts and ensuring a positive outcome for all involved.


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How to Build A Hay Box
A hay box (or hay cooker, insulated box, straw box or fireless cooker) is a method of cooking that saves energy.
From Wikipedia: "Food items to be cooked are heated to boiling point, and then insulated. Over a period of time, the food items cook by the heat captured in the insulated container. Generally, it takes three times the normal cooking time to cook food in a hay box."
Hay and straw, even blanketing can be used as insulation — but we now have so many insulation options. A quick trip to a big hardware store reveals that, that we can build super-insulated hay cookers.
This is old technology that is now being revived. You can get fancy with the box building it out of wood or as in the following video keep it simple by using a cardboard box. According to Wikipedia, in the past, "Some types were provided with soapstone or iron plates which were heated during the preliminary cooking on the stove and then placed in the fireless cooker either over or under the cooking pot. In these types, a non-inflammable insulating material was used."
Advantage: Can save on huge amounts of energy. Risk/Disadvantage: Again via Wiki "…there is a risk of bacterial growth if the food items are allowed to remain in the danger zone for one or more hours. For this reason, food cooked in hay boxes is normally reheated to boiling before eating. Using a food thermometer eliminates the guesswork."
In this video Aaron Mackley shows us how to build a hay box using a cardboard box, styrofoam panels and aluminum foil. I would probably go with an insulator other than styrofoam, especially around something hot because it is just nasty, toxic stuff, but…


17.00 - 17.05 - Assessing a Busy System - Advanced SQL Engine - Teradata Database
Teradata Vantage™ - Database Administration
Product
Advanced SQL Engine
Teradata Database
Release Number
17.00
17.05
Published
June 2020
Language
English (United States)
Last Update
2021-01-22
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CPU Saturation
Systems that run frequently at or near capacity are often the subject of assessments in which attempts are made to determine the extent of resource exhaustion.
When CPU is the binding factor and the scarce resource on a system, it is useful to determine the highest level of saturation of the system, that is, the point to which you can drive the system before it becomes so overloaded that it appears to be hanging.
Once a system reaches this level of saturation, the system should still be able to work itself out, but that may require extra time to do so.
Without appropriate performance monitoring, users may start, once the system appears to be hanging, to:
 - Abort jobs that could cause rollbacks, or
 - Submit duplicate queries that create more work on an already-exhausted system.
While ResUsage data provides the bulk of the information needed to know that a system is at 100% busy with respect to CPU or CPU+I/O Wait, other information may also be needed in order to examine the extent of CPU saturation and system congestion. In other words, one can know that the system is running at capacity, but not the extent of the overload.
When the system becomes so busy that logons become slow or hung, performance monitoring is not able to determine whether the system is actually hung or simply overloaded without using other tools.
Suggested Monitoring Techniques
Since the goal is to be able to drive the system as hard as possible without overloading it, some techniques for assessing the level of busy can be used when CPU usage is high:
 1. Check AWT utilization. If the number is constantly at or near maximum, then
 2. Check the message flow control. If there are tasks apparently in flow control, then
 3. Check run queue ResUsageSawt MailBoxDepth data. If the run queue is growing longer and longer, the system is too busy and will slow down dramatically.
While it is not unusual to see a busy system with high AWT counts, the presence of flow control means that some tasks are currently being blocked from sending more work to busy AMPs.
Finding a Saturated Resource
Use Resource Check Tools, located in the /usr/pde/bin directory, to check for saturated resources.
IF … THEN …
mboxchk is not already running a background task run mboxchk to check current response time.
the mboxchk log shows a slow response or timeout run syscheck to get a report showing attributes that falls below the specified danger level.
no attribute is reported at the WARN level check disk and AMP CPU usage.
For information about mboxchk and other PDE resource check tools, such as nodecheck and syscheck, see man pages or pdehelp.
High I/O Wait
Teradata recommends configurations with CPU to I/O bandwidth ratios according to typical database workload demands in order to avoid CPU starvation. If these guidelines are not followed, or customer workload is unusually heavy with respect to I/O, it is possible that CPU starvation may still occur, as reflected by high I/O WAIT on the system.
If ResUsage data shows that I/O WAIT is rising while CPU busy is falling, it is an indication that the system is not able to use the available CPU because I/O has become the limiter.
If the onset of high I/O wait is sudden:
 1. Determine if the high I/O wait is due to disk I/O, waiting for AMPs from other nodes (because of skewing or coexistence imbalance), low system demand, or BYNET I/O.
 CPU+WIO less than 90% may suggest low system demand without a true I/O bottleneck. Look at node efficiency to determine if the I/O wait is due to node waiting.
 2. Look at the actual disk I/O wait queue using sar –d, and examine:
 - avwait
 Average time in milliseconds that transfer requests wait idly on queue for response (in the FibreChannel driver queue or disk queue).
 - avserv
 Average time to be serviced (includes seek, rotational latency and data transfer times).
 For more information on the sar utility, see the Linux operating system documentation.


AWS::OpsWorks::Instance BlockDeviceMapping - AWS CloudFormation
AWS::OpsWorks::Instance BlockDeviceMapping
Syntax
To declare this entity in your AWS CloudFormation template, use the following syntax:
JSON
{ "DeviceName" : String, "Ebs" : EbsBlockDevice, "NoDevice" : String, "VirtualName" : String }
YAML
DeviceName: String Ebs: EbsBlockDevice NoDevice: String VirtualName: String
Properties
DeviceName
The device name that is exposed to the instance, such as /dev/sdh. For the root device, you can use the explicit device name or you can set this parameter to ROOT_DEVICE and AWS OpsWorks Stacks will provide the correct device name.
Required: No
Type: String
Update requires: Replacement
Ebs
An EBSBlockDevice that defines how to configure an Amazon EBS volume when the instance is launched. You can specify either the VirtualName or Ebs, but not both.
Required: Conditional
Type: EbsBlockDevice
Update requires: Replacement
NoDevice
Suppresses the specified device included in the AMI's block device mapping.
Required: No
Type: String
Update requires: Replacement
VirtualName
The virtual device name. For more information, see BlockDeviceMapping. You can specify either the VirtualName or Ebs, but not both.
Required: Conditional
Type: String
Update requires: Replacement


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Introduction: Welcome to the Falcon Law PC blog, where we provide valuable legal insights and guidance on setting up an insurance brokerage in Ontario. Our experienced team of insurance lawyers is dedicated to helping entrepreneurs navigate the complex legal requirements involved in establishing a brokerage. For personalized assistance, feel free to contact Falcon Law PC at _PHONE_ or _EMAIL_.
- Understanding the Regulatory Landscape: Setting up an insurance brokerage in Ontario requires compliance with various regulations. In this blog post, we provide an overview of the regulatory framework, including the Insurance Act, the Financial Services Regulatory Authority of Ontario (FSRA), and the Registered Insurance Brokers of Ontario (RIBO). We discuss the roles of these regulatory bodies and outline the obligations and standards that must be met to operate a brokerage legally.
- Business Structure and Legal Considerations: Choosing the appropriate business structure is a crucial step in setting up an insurance brokerage. We explore different options, such as sole proprietorship, partnership, or incorporation, and discuss their legal implications. Understanding the tax, liability, and operational aspects of each structure is essential for making an informed decision that aligns with your business goals.
- Licensing and Registration: Obtaining the necessary licenses and registrations is a key requirement for operating an insurance brokerage in Ontario. This blog post explains the process of obtaining a brokerage license from FSRA and the registration with RIBO. We outline the qualifications, educational requirements, examinations, and other documentation and fees associated with the application process. Our guidance will help you navigate the licensing and registration requirements effectively.
- Compliance with Advertising and Marketing Regulations: Advertising and marketing play a significant role in the insurance industry. We delve into the legal requirements for advertising and marketing your brokerage's services, including accurate representation, truthfulness, and disclosure of relevant information. Understanding and complying with these regulations will help you develop effective advertising campaigns while adhering to ethical and legal standards.
- Establishing Compliance Policies and Procedures: Running a compliant insurance brokerage involves establishing robust compliance policies and procedures. We discuss the importance of maintaining proper records, implementing effective internal controls, and establishing policies that align with regulatory requirements. This blog post provides guidance on risk management, compliance audits, and staff training to ensure a smooth and legally sound operation.
Conclusion: Setting up an insurance brokerage in Ontario involves navigating various legal requirements and considerations. At Falcon Law PC, our team of insurance lawyers is here to support you throughout the process. By understanding the regulatory landscape, choosing the right business structure, obtaining the necessary licenses, complying with advertising regulations, and establishing strong compliance policies and procedures, you can establish a successful brokerage. For personalized legal assistance or any inquiries, contact Falcon Law PC at _PHONE_ or _EMAIL_. We are dedicated to helping you navigate the legal intricacies and achieve your goals in the insurance industry while ensuring compliance with the law.


Mock Trial Program
pexelsred-school-blur-factorycropThe Mock Trial Program is a comprehensive curricula that focuses on drug and alcohol prevention, bullying, violence prevention, and Internet Safety.
If you are interested in scheduling a Mock Trial Presentation at your school, please email us at:
The essential elements of the legal, and criminal justice systems are explained to the children. The program culminates by bringing the courtroom into the classrooms of elementary and middle school age children.
The program's focus is on decision-making, risk taking behavior, and explaining the legal and social consequences for one's actions. It involves members of the local law enforcement community in each city and town and encourages children to have more communication with their police department and professional educators. The staff of the District Attorney's Office works collaboratively with other members of law enforcement and with each schools professional educators.
The Mock Trial program is implemented in communities that wish to reinforce lessons that are also taught through Drug and Alcohol Resistance Education Programs and other anti-substance abuse courses. The program also places a strong emphasis on the legal consequences young people who make bad decisions will face. These programs are designed to be informative, educational, and fun.


Can a Way of Astral Self Monk use wisdom related scores for jumping?
I have several questions on the interactions between the Arms of Astral Self and the Jumping mechanics. According to the 3rd level feature, Arms of the Astral Self:
While the spectral arms are present, you gain the following benefits:
 - You can use your Wisdom modifier in place of your Strength modifier when making Strength checks and Strength saving throws.
 - You can use the spectral arms to make unarmed strikes.
 - When you make an unarmed strike with the arms on your turn, your reach for it is 5 feet greater than normal.
 - The unarmed strikes you make with the arms can use your Wisdom modifier in place of your Strength or Dexterity modifier for the attack and damage rolls, and their damage type is force.
The Jumping session of the PHB states:
Long Jump
This rule assumes that the height of your jump doesn't matter, such as a jump across a stream or chasm. At your DM's option, you must succeed on a DC 10 Strength (Athletics) check to clear a low obstacle (no taller than a quarter of the jump's distance), such as a hedge or low wall. Otherwise, you hit it.
High Jump
When you make a high jump, you leap into the air a number of feet equal to 3 + your Strength modifier (minimum of 0 feet) if you move at least 10 feet on foot immediately before the jump. When you make a standing high jump, you can jump only half that distance. Either way, each foot you clear on the jump costs a foot of movement. In some circumstances, your DM might allow you to make a Strength (Athletics) check to jump higher than you normally can.
You can extend your arms half your height above yourself during the jump. Thus, you can reach above you a distance equal to the height of the jump plus 1½ times your height.
My questions would be, assuming that I have Arms of the Astral Self activated:
 1. Can I use my Wisdom Score instead of my strenght score to determine my long jump distance?
 2. Can I make a Wisdom (Athletics) check instead of a Strenght (Athletics) check?
 3. Can I use my Wisdom modifier instead of my Strenght modifier to determine my high jump's height?
 4. Can the extra 5 feet range of the Arms of Astral Self be used when accounting for "extending your arms half your height above yourself" on the high jump, making it 1½ your height + 5 feet instead of only 1½ your height?
I am aware that some of the answers to these questions are up to DM discretion, so I would like to know, if possible, what would be the RAW interpretation and also how would you rule it in your games.
In advance, I'm extremely grateful to whoever takes time to answer these 🙂
Does a PF2e spellcaster who takes multiclass dedications into other spellcasting classes, and related spellcasting feats, gain more spell slots?
Ezren is a level 10 evocation wizard, and hence would have spell slots of the following levels:
+-------------+-----------------+ | Spell level | Number of slots | +-------------+-----------------+ | 1 | 4 | | 2 | 4 | | 3 | 4 | | 4 | 4 | | 5 | 4 | +-------------+-----------------+
However, at level 2 Ezren took the Sorcerer multiclass dedication. At level 4 he took Basic Sorcerer Spellcasting, and Bloodline Breadth at level 8.
How many spell slots does Ezren have in a given day? Is it:
Because at level 8, spellcasting archetype feats grant an additional spell slot of first, second and third level, AND the bloodline breadth feat increases each of these by one?
Or do these sources of spell slots not stack for some reason? Coming from fifth edition, a wizard who multiclasses sorcerer still has the same number of spell slots as a pure wizard, so I'd like to clarify my understanding here.
Is it possible for the runtime and input size in an algorithm to be inversely related?
I'm wondering if it's possible for algorithms that have monotonically decreasing runtime with the input-size – just as a fun mental exercise. If not, is it possible to disprove this claim? I haven't been able to come up with an example or counterexample so far, and this sounds like an interesting problem.
P.S. Something like $ O(\frac{1}{n})$, I guess (if it exists)
Help understanding a theorem Kleinberg proves related to sequence alignment
This is from Kleinberg's Algorithm Design text (Theorem 6.14)
Let $ M$ be an alignment of $ X$ and $ Y$. If $ (m, n) \notin M$, then either the $ m^{\text{th}}$ position of $ X$ or the $ n^{\text{th}}$ position of $ Y$ is not matched in $ Y$.
The theorem does not state that $ m, n$ must be the last elements of $ X$ and $ Y$ respectively, but earlier, when introducing the topic, he uses $ m, n$ to denote the last entries of the two strings. Which of these is correct?
Unrelated applications like games accessing 'webcache' related files
As title suggests im wondering if a game,for example, has any business accessing 'webcache_counters'.
After attempting to clean my webcachev01 file due to its oddly large filesize given the fact i dont use IE or Microsoft Edge at all, I noticed in processexplorer that alot of my random applications were accessing a file with the suffix 'webcache_counters' followed by a string of numbers I'd imagine to be a registry key.
Strange thing about this handle is that i cant view its properties nor close the handle. With the first saying that it is 'Unable to query' and the latter saying i lack administrative rights. To clarify I am the sole user and administrator on this machine.
All this is having me increasingly worried, ive been having recent fears of malware on my PC and this has appeared in my rigourous inquiry of my files and processes. How can an innocuous sounding file/handle bar me from even closing it in process explorer?
Create dynamic sql query to select all related data in DB based on entry table and ID
Hope all is well. I am hoping you can help me.
Problem Statement – I'm tasked to create a dynamic SQL statement which will select all related data from a given table where the Identifier is passed. For each table where the relevant data is found i would like the data to be exported onto a separate tab of within excel
If i was doing this manually done this i would perform the following queries and export the data onto each tab;
Select * from Mason where id = 12345 Select * from MasonContacts where Companyid= 12345 Select * from MasonOpportunities where Comid = 12345
However given the sheer volume of tables this isn't viable.
Step 1 : Type in my identifier (in this case my identifier is a field called "Id" in the Table "Mason") The query will always start from this table.
Table Name : Mason Field : Id = "12345"
Step 2 : Search against table "MasonContacts", search against the field "Companyid". Return all columns & records where the field "Companyid = 12345"
Table Name : MasonContacts Field : Companyid
Step 3 : Search against table "Mason Opportunities ", search against the field "Comid". Return all columns & records where the field "Company = 12345"
Table Name : MasonOpportunities Field : Comid
Looking forward to your help
Spam Mail Related to my Browsing
I was searching google to find a good printer to buy. To my horror, the next day I got a spam mail with theme "Print smarter at low price". Is this a coincidence or is my PC breached? What should I do? No alerts from Anti-Virus. Or can that webpage I opened install some malware? I didn't click on anything there.
Databases and B-Trees: What are Keys and how are they related
I confused about the description & definition of "key" occuring as terminology for databases and b-trees.
In first case dealing with theory of databases a key is defined as a choice for a in certain sense minimal (see below) subset $ K \subset A := \{A_1,A_2,…,A_n\}$ of a fixed set of attributes $ A_i$ parametrizing a data table (consisting of relations; a single relation is abstraction of a row in the table), where each attribute is literally a column specifying a property of objects = relations.
A key is characterized by property that there exist no two different relations (a relation is a row) which have exactly the same values for all attributes which belong to the key. And a key is a minimal subset with this property, ie there not exist a proper smaller subset of attributes contained in the key and having the property described in last sentence. Clearly keys are not unique. So the set of a keys is certain subset of the power set of the set attributes $ A_i$. See also here:
On the other hand the key concept occures as well for b-trees:
Here keys are a priori numbers or integers and different knots of b-tree contain different totally ordered subsets of keys