text:
The Mental Benefits of Research
by Mark Lanning
There is an old cliché that says, "99% of life is what you put into it." I believe that 99% of what makes a good speech is what the speaker puts into it before the actual delivery. Many people think that delivery is the most important part of a speech because it makes the information presented interesting and pleasing to the audience. Yet, the best delivered speech will not seem fulfilling to the audience unless there is some kind of substantiation and conviction put into the address. In fact, in-depth research can actually help delivery. Thorough research can lead to an organized, flowing, and confidently delivered speech. Research itself can also become easier as the student moves along in their studying. In this paper, in addition to explaining the mental benefits of careful research, I will also provide some tips about how to make that research more effective and complete.
Extensive research can make a speech more organized because of the way humans store knowledge. The speech that I researched the most this year was an informative speech on oil as a cause for war throughout the twentieth century. For weeks I studied books and magazines and talked to Whitman professors about different aspects of the speech, which strengthened my overall understanding of the topic. Thus when I gave the speech I did not have to rely on notes very much. This is because the brain tends to store information in logical patterns so things are easier to remember. For example, as I began to speak on the problems of the oil embargo of 1973, my brain naturally recalled reaction to the embargo in the 1980ís.
Another way speakers can help organizing through research is by choosing the right topic. Before deciding the topic of my oil and war speech, I changed my research from the effects of nature on history to the role of weather in major events to the eventual topic of oil. In addition, after giving the speech to the class and having time to think about the topic for a speech tournament, I refined the speech even more. The speech moved from oil and war to American presidents that used oil as a political tool. This was because continual research uncovered new paths that could be discovered. If you as a speaker are having troubles researching a topic, you might try to find a new angle to your subject that would lead to more areas of information. For instance, a person that wants to do a speech on sweatshops in China might find little literature in which to work with. But if instead they broaden the speech to include American consumerism and its effects on other nations, or look for historical examples of sweatshops, they might find lots of new information to research. Narrowing a topic, like I did, also works if a new perspective to the topic is discovered or a particular argument starts to dominate the speech. By allowing a topic to change according to your research, you make a speech more organized, possess better information at your disposal, and focus the subject so it is the easier it for the mind to remember details.
Another benefit of extensive research is that the overall flow of the speech will be better. By flow I mean those moments when peopleís mind blank out and they cannot think of what to say next. Last year I researched a speech on the life of Alexander Hamilton. I inquired not only about the events of his life, but also about his fears and motivations and his turning points. When I gave the speech I was not hesitant, spoke with a very even tempo, and required no notes. The reason for this was because I was beginning to visualize the speech in my mind as I spoke. Hamilton always had a desire to be a soldier as a child and this fact helped my mind naturally flow into his time as an aide-de-camp to General George Washington in the Revolutionary War. Because I knew the high point of his career was the position of Secretary of Treasury I could think about what major event occurred next (his decline in the Federalist Party) and the events in between fell into place. I required no notes because I had a visual outline in my mind. A speech can almost be seen as if telling a story. The introduction is the background, the arguments or points are the details of the story, and the conclusion is the resolution. And it is the good narrators of stories that "see their stories, such ready-made phrases as they may use are not the substance of their thought but an aid in rapid verbal expression of that thought, not the internal equivalent of a written text but a bag of tricks."
Of course even the most extensive research does not leap out of the personís mouth into beautiful sentences and coherent thought. Often the mind may understand something and seem to fit well together, but the idea cannot be conveyed in the same way it was arranged in the brain. The key, I believe, is to practice beforehand as much as possible. If time is limited though, choosing a vocal rate that is aligned with the thought patterns of your mind is also good. It is better to pause at the end of sentences instead of rushing through a section you do know well only to slow up at a section and break the flow of the speech in a section that is not so well rehearsed or understood. This allows the information to be understood by the audience and lessens the use of "ums" and "uhs" to fill a section in order to maintain a fast tempo.
Overall delivery is also improved by a deep understanding of a subject. Often some of the nervousness I feel in speaking is whether I will remember everything I wanted to say or will express it in the most effective way. But if I have researched a topic enough, there also develops a sense of sincerity in my speaking style because I do not have to make up information or justify my speech in non-empirical terms. From giving impromptu speeches at speech tournaments I know that it is hard for my conscience to make up stories or facts (as some competitors do) in order to prove a point. I speak much better when I have a lot of information in my mind. At the Oregon Speech tournament I competed at this fall, one of the quotations I was supposed to speak on wasó"There are three sides to every history: yours, mine, and that lie between. Fallacies of history were exactly the things I was researching for my oil and war speech. Therefore I spent less than thirty seconds preparing for the speech and received very high marks from the judges, not only for the use of quotations and facts in an impromptu context, but also because of a very comfortable and persuasive speaking style.
Good delivery comes out of a passion for a subject that extensive research brings. The easiest speech for a person to give is usually a speech about themselves or about a subject they have intense passion about. The wealth of knowledge people have about themselves has probably already been organized in their minds over the course of their lives; they can see an outline in their mind and the information easily flows out of them. When researching for my Most Favored Nation Status paper I originally did not want to see the revocation of the status towards China. After researching the topic thoroughly I began to change my mind and really saw the advantages of sanctions on China. The passion I had towards the subject made me more committed to just getting the message across than to the delivery. But, oddly enough, my speaking improved because it was obvious to the audience that I cared about the subject, which hopefully led them into caring also.
The release from following notes or an outline not only helps the confidence and passion of the speech; moreover it creates a sense of intimacy between the audience and the speaker. If the focus of the speaker is on the notes in front of them instead of the audience, then the audience feels ignored instead of connected. If I were speaking to my best friend and really wanted to convey my feelings to him, I would not do it with my eyes focused on a newspaper or book. Studies have shown that only about 10% of the knowledge people receive from oral communication is in the words themselves. The vastly more effective forms of communication are the subtleties of body movement. W. Lance Hayes writes, "When we communicate in each otherís presence, each bit of behavior totally affects all others, generating an exponentially complex skein of cues and clues that affect the meaning exchanged and share." Outlines would just hinder this communication by taking the focus off the audience and onto written words. But the written word is inherently lacking because, as Hayes goes onto say, "No matter how fine the pen or rich the paper, no matter how skillfully performed as though it were spontaneous and interactive, writing-based rhetoric cannot convey the impact of the speakerís existential immediacy."
The importance of the immediate delivery of a speech is therefore very much related to the effort put into the speech beforehand. If extensive examination can help lead to better flow and intimacy, then I believe it is the most important aspect of the speech. I personally know the effects of an intimate speaking environment. When I gave a speech on the superiority of the liberal arts education, I tried to not rely on any notes. I think I spoke much more persuasively than if I had strictly followed my original outline. Instead I could see the audienceís questioning reaction, when, for example, I told a joke about the future careers of most liberal arts majors as being pretty bleak. In practice most people laughed at the joke. But during the actual presentation few people enjoyed it, but because I was not hindered by notes, I was able to see the audienceís reaction and quickly provided a short explanation that I could transition into my argument that Liberal arts majors have excellent chances at employment.
Moreover, searching for information provides benefits not only in the delivery stage of the speech process, but it can also make research easier. During research of my oil and war speech, I was gaining information from sources, but it was a very tedious process


Using Data to Put a Stop to Your Pharmacy's Profit Leakage
November 25, 2020
Jeff Puetz, Director, Field Business Coaching, Good Neighbor Pharmacy
Technology will help you identify potential reimbursement problems before they trigger reduced payments or claims audits.
You can't fix what you don't track. Technology will help you identify potential reimbursement problems before they trigger reduced payments or claims audits.
Understanding pharmacy reimbursement is a tall order, even for owners who've been in business for decades. Pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs) structure their contracts with broad rights to initiate claims audits, which can lead to recoupment of entire reimbursement amounts plus potential audit fees. What's worse, an audit uncovering systemic errors could void profits on hundreds of claims.
So, any approach to maximizing community pharmacy reimbursement should include an active triage component, supplemented by ongoing use of pre-and post-edit and pharmacy claims reconciliation software.
Pharmacy Claims Processing
Let's say, in the normal course of business, your pharmacy receives a prescription for an existing patient. Your counter technician enters the script into the pharmacy system based on patient name and other identifiers. The script goes into a queue, then makes its way to the filling tech. Once filled, the pharmacist verifies that everything on the written prescription matches up with what's in the medication bottle.
Any discrepancies would need to be resolved by either the prescribing physician or the patient's insurance company. Here are some common problems that typically occur.
 - Prescription lacks legally required information, such as prescriber's signature, drug quantity, date, or proper patient identifiers
 - Incorrect calculation of days' supply
 - Refill submitted sooner than allowed
 - Wrong quantity
 - Invalid DEA/NPI/prescriber identification number
When your pharmacy deems the script ready to submit for adjudication, you transmit it over a digital bridge to the PBM. In turn, the PBM examines the patient's insurance coverage, the specific drug dispensed and the contract payment rate compared to the actual claim amount submitted. If everything lines up correctly, the PBM processes the claim for payment, which can take anywhere from a week to 90 days (depending on whether insurance is government-sponsored or commercial). At the same time, claims submitted at prices less than contracted amounts would be reimbursed at the lower level.
As you can see, the process involves a lot of variables. Realistically, you can't expect to handle pharmacy claims data analysis for all your transactions manually. Many independent pharmacies use pre-and post-edit software from a third-party company to follow claims through adjudication. A pre-and post-edit platform automatically tracks, for example, prescription fill dates, drugs dispensed, and prices charged. Primarily, this type of software ensures claims are submitted correctly. In addition, many pharmacies run a reconciliation platform in tandem to make sure claims are also paid correctly. Reconciliation allows you to concisely see which claims have been paid and if the amount the store submitted for payment was the amount actually paid. Reconciliation software also provides a breakdown of claims aged up to 30 days, 60 days, 90 days, or 90 days plus.
Your action item here: Appoint a trusted team member to take charge of reviewing the reconciliation reports. Your claims "captain" should run the reports at regular intervals, ideally weekly. Any claims that haven't been paid as anticipated should prompt a call from your captain to the corresponding insurance company asking why proper reimbursement hasn't been issued.
Additional Challenges
Independent pharmacy revenue leakage can also happen outside the parameters of reconciliation.
For instance, a pharmacy's computer system typically uses an algorithm to set prices for dispensed drugs. The algorithm generates a measure of cost multiplied by a markup plus a dispensing fee. When you fill a prescription, it's tied to the pricing formula—or it's overridden to establish a discretionary price. Overrides cause inconsistency in pricing, which can raise audit flags with PBMs. Be sure your store has protocols and clear guidance to technicians and pharmacists regarding when an override may be used.
Another area to watch is the National Drug Code (NDC) number—the universal product identifier tied to every prescription. The NDC submitted on a claim must be an exact match to the NDC on the product dispensed to the patient. In the case of generic drugs with multiple manufacturers, NDCs differ for each strength and bottle count. It's not uncommon to have old inventory on the shelf, along with bottles of the same drug in new sizes or strengths. To avoid NDC mix-ups, consider software that monitors NDCs and will issue a "hard stop" at the pickup window when attempting to adjudicate an outdated NDC.
Similarly, "dispense as written" (DAW) codes can cause problems if not properly triaged. This comes into play when a brand-name drug isn't covered by the PBM, but the prescriber specifies a branded product. The DAW code on the claim must match the instructions on the prescription. If the script doesn't include a DAW tag for a particular brand and you sell the branded product while having the generic equivalent on your shelf, an insurance audit would dictate that you only receive payment at the generic rate. Again, claims editing software would catch such an instance before it becomes a financial liability.
Finally, it's essential to have a current average wholesale price (AWP) file incorporated into your claims processing system. Drug manufacturers publish AWPs, which establish the basis for wholesale drug prices and PBM reimbursements. Be sure your AWPs are updated at least weekly; even better, run those updates daily, if available. An outdated AWP file could fail to translate drug price increases, which would result in a loss of income. When investigating claims editing software, ask if it automatically corrects for the latest AWP information.
The overarching theme in maximizing community pharmacy reimbursement is that you can't remedy what you don't measure. In other words, if you don't have the optics to understand potential problems, you won't be able to solve them. Appoint a trusted staffer to oversee pharmacy claims data analysis and continually monitor the claims process. When your pharmacy gets to the root of any problems, metrics will verify over time whether they've been permanently fixed.
Fully understanding pharmacy reimbursement is hard enough as it is, but, for even the most seasoned independent pharmacy, revenue leakage is an ever-present threat that requires constant attention. A Good Neighbor Pharmacybusiness coach can serve as a second set of eyes on your business, performing pharmacy claims data analysis and identifying anything that results in reimbursement that's less than it should be. Your coach will help you optimize the way you reconcile claims and plug leaks along the way to make sure you're maximizing your reimbursement at every turn.


Java StringBuilder
Filed Under: Java
Java StringBuilder class is mutable sequence of characters. StringBuilder Class can be comparable to String however the StringBuilder class provides more versatility because of its modification features.
Java StringBuilder
 - StringBuilder class provides an API similar to StringBuffer, but unlike StringBuffer, it doesn't guarantee thread safety.
 - If execution speed and performance is a factor, StringBuilder class can be used in place of StringBuffer.
 - The bread-and-butter operations provided by the StringBuilder Class are the append() and insert() methods. These methods are overloaded within StringBuilder in order to accommodate different data type.
 - The general process flow of StringBuilder append and insert methods is: (1) converts a given data to a string then (2) appends or inserts the characters of that string to the string builder. Java StringBuilder append() method always adds these characters at the end of the builder; insert() method inserts character(s) at a specified point.
StringBuilder Class Diagram
Java StringBuilder
StringBuffer and StringBuilder
Synchronized, hence thread safe.Not synchronized, not thread safe.
Operates slower due to thread safety featureBetter performance compared to StringBuffer
Has some extra methods – substring, length, capacity etc.Not needed because these methods are present in String too.
Introduced in Java 1.2Introduced in Java 1.5 for better performance.
Java StringBuilder Constructors
StringBuilder()Creates an empty string builder with a default capacity of 16 (16 empty elements).
StringBuilder(CharSequence cs)Constructs a string builder containing the same characters as the specified CharSequence, plus an extra 16 empty elements trailing the CharSequence.
StringBuilder(int initCapacity)Creates an empty string builder with the specified initial capacity.
StringBuilder(String s)Creates a string builder whose value is initialized by the specified string, plus an extra 16 empty elements trailing the string.
StringBuilder Length and Capacity
Java StringBuilder class, much like the String class, has length() method that returns the length of the character sequence in the builder.
However, StringBuilder inherits capacity() method from its superclass AbstractStringBuilder, that returns the number of character spaces that have been allocated. The returned value is always greater than or equal to the length (usually greater than) and automatically expands whenever necessary to accommodate character additions to the string builder.
// creates empty builder, capacity 16
StringBuilder sb = new StringBuilder();
// adds 5 character string at beginning
System.out.println("StringBuilder length = "+sb.length()); // prints 5
System.out.println("StringBuilder capacity = "+sb.capacity()); // prints 16
Java StringBuilder length, capacity
There are couple of other methods related to StringBuilder length and capacity.
 1. void setLength(int newLength): Sets the length of the character sequence. If newLength is less than length(), the last characters in the character sequence are truncated. If newLength is greater than length(), null characters are added at the end of the character sequence.
 2. void ensureCapacity(int minCapacity): Ensures that the capacity is at least equal to the specified minimum.
StringBuilder methods like append(), insert() or setLength() can increase the length of the character sequence in the string builder so that the returned value of length() would be greater than the current capacity(). In this case, the capacity is automatically increased.
Java StringBuilder Example
Let's see the examples of different methods of StringBuilder class.
 1. append(): The StringBuilder append() method concatenates or attaches the passed String argument with the existing declared string. It attaches it after the declared string.
 public class StringBuilderExample {
 public static void main(String[] args) {
 StringBuilder sb = new StringBuilder("Hello ");
 sb.append("World");// now original string is changed
 System.out.println(sb);// prints Hello World
 Output: Hello World
 2. insert(): StringBuilder insert() method inserts the passed String argument at the passed String index.
 StringBuilder sb = new StringBuilder("HellWorld");
 sb.insert(4, "o ");
 System.out.println(sb);// prints Hello World
 3. replace(int startIndex, int endIndex, String str): StringBuilder replace() method replaces the existing declared string. String replacement occurs from the passed startingIndex up to the endingIndex.
 StringBuilder sb = new StringBuilder("Hello World!");
 System.out.println(sb);// prints Hello Earth!
 4. delete(int startIndex, int endIndex): StringBuilder delete() method deletes a character or sets of characters. Deletion occurs at passed startingIndex up to endingIndex.
 StringBuilder sb = new StringBuilder("");
 System.out.println(sb);// prints Journal
 5. reverse(): The reverse() method of StringBuilder class reverses the existing declared string. Invoking a reverse() method on a StringBuilder object with no existing declared value throws NullPointerException.
 StringBuilder sb = new StringBuilder("lived");
 System.out.println(sb);// prints devil
 6. capacity(): The capacity() method of StringBuilder class returns the current capacity of the StringBuilder object. The default capacity of the Builder is 16. If the number of character increases from its current capacity, it increases the capacity by (old_capacity*2)+2 e.g. at current capacity 16, it becomes (16*2)+2=34.
 StringBuilder sb=new StringBuilder();
 System.out.println(sb.capacity()); // default value 16
 System.out.println(sb.capacity()); // still 16
 sb.append("Hello StringBuilder Class!");
 System.out.println(sb.capacity()); // (16*2)+2
 7. ensureCapacity(): The ensureCapacity() method of StringBuilder class ensures that the given capacity is the minimum to the current capacity. If it is greater than the current capacity, it increases the capacity by (old_capacity*2)+2 e.g. at current capacity 16, it becomes (16*2)+2 which is 34.
 public class StringBuilderExample {
 public static void main(String[] args) {
 StringBuilder sbObj=new StringBuilder();
 System.out.println(sbObj.capacity());//default 16
 sbObj.append("Java StringBuilder Class!");
 System.out.println(sbObj.capacity());// capacity 34
 sbObj.ensureCapacity(12);// no change
 System.out.println(sbObj.capacity());//still 34
 sbObj.ensureCapacity(60); // (34*2)+2 = 70
 System.out.println(sbObj.capacity()); //70
That's all for Java StringBuilder class. It's a very useful class to work with Strings in java.
Reference: API Doc
 1. Kolja Zhabko says:
 Great explanation!
 2. Gowtham says:
 Why is the capacity of String builder is increased every time when additional characters are added by a specified formula? i.e) (old_capacity*2)+2
 Why is the default capacity 16 bits?
Leave a Reply
Generic selectors
Exact matches only
Search in title
Search in content
Search in posts
Search in pages


text:
Layered Fabric Materiality
Layered Fabric Materiality in Architectural FRP Surface Elements.
Fabrics have particular material qualities, ranging across aesthetic values to unique structural capacities. At the basis of this research stands the term Fabric Materiality (FM), coined to represent the totality of qualities, attributes and techniques associated with fabric materials, which potentially interface between disciplines as a basis for transfer of technologies. Applied to the field of architectural FRP, its integration in design and fabrication is expected to remove current barriers for wider architectural application, tightly linked to the reliance on moulds. Following prior experimentation with FM integration in linear elements, this paper describes its potential in FRP surface elements, obtaining stiffness and introducing three-dimensional articulation by fabric manipulation and self-organisation. A multi-layered surface element is outlined, as a porous matter-structure of partial lamination, to potentially be resilient architectural skin.
Conference paper: IASS Annual Symposium 2017 "Interfaces: architecture. engineering. science", September, 2017, Hamburg, Germany

source: openbmb/Ultra-FineWeb


text:
Are you getting frustrated with your AirPods because they don't always connect to your devices? You're not alone! I know the feeling all too well. Whether it's streaming music or taking a call, having a device that just won't link up can be beyond annoying.
In this article, we'll explore why AirPods sometimes struggle to stay connected and what you can do to resolve the issue. We'll look at troubleshooting tips from experts as well as simple solutions I've learned over my years of using Apple products. By the end of this article, you will have enough knowledge to get your devices connected quickly and keep them linked for longer periods of time! So let's dive in and start fixing those troublesome AirPods!
So, Why are airpods not always connecting? AirPods may not always connect due to a variety of reasons, such as low battery, interference from other Bluetooth devices, or incorrect settings. To fix this issue, try resetting your AirPods and ensuring that they are in close proximity to the device you're trying to pair them with. Additionally, make sure that all software is up-to-date on both the AirPods and the device you're connecting them to.
Read also: why is my airpod case dying so fast?
Why are airpods not always connecting?
AirPods can sometimes be difficult to connect, but there are a few things you can do to make sure the connection is successful. First, make sure that your AirPods are charged and that Bluetooth is enabled on your device. Additionally, try resetting your AirPods by pressing and holding the setup button for at least 15 seconds until the light flashes amber then white. If this doesn't work, try restarting both your AirPods and your device or connecting them manually through Settings > Bluetooth on iOS devices or Control Panel > Devices & Printers on Windows devices.
Read also: why is my airpod case making a noise?
Bluetooth Interference and How it Affects AirPods Connection
AirPods are a revolutionary piece of technology, allowing users to instantly connect and listen to music, podcasts, or audio books from any Bluetooth-compatible device. However, AirPods are not without their drawbacks; one such issue is the susceptibility of AirPods connectivity to interference from other Bluetooth devices.
What Causes Interference?
- Too many devices in close proximity: When too many devices (such as phones) are in close proximity to each other, they can cause interference with the connection between the AirPods and your device.
- Wireless networks: Wireless networks can interfere with the connection if there is too much traffic on them at once.
- Other bluetooth connections: Other bluetooth connections nearby such as headsets or speakers can also interfere with your AirPod's connection.
How Can You Avoid Interference?
- Limit number of connected devices in range : Try to limit the number of connected Bluetooth devices that you have in range. This will help reduce potential interference issues when connecting your AirPods. Turn off Wi-Fi when not needed : Turning off Wi-Fi when it isn't needed can help reduce interference from wireless networks. li
- Charge them overnight or whenever possible
- Turn off features like 'Automatic Ear Detection' which may drain power faster
- Charge Your Devices: Sometimes it's easy to overlook the obvious – make sure both your AirPods and the charging case have enough battery life! Connect them to power for at least ten minutes before testing again.
- Check Bluetooth Settings: For proper functioning, ensure Bluetooth is enabled on your device and that it's close enough (within 10 meters) for wireless communication.
- Restart And Reconnect: If these checks didn't solve the issue, try restarting your device then reconnecting your pods again.
Battery Level and Its Effect on AirPods Connectivity
AirPods are the perfect companion for today's digital world. They offer effortless connection and superior sound quality, providing a seamless listening experience. However, there is one factor that can greatly affect how well they perform – battery level. As AirPods rechargeable batteries drain over time, their ability to connect wirelessly with your device will decrease as well. The lower your AirPods' battery levels get, the weaker their wireless signal becomes and the less reliable their connection will be.
Battery Level vs Connection Strength
As mentioned earlier, when you have low battery in your AirPods it affects the strength of its wireless signal and therefore its connection range with your device. This means that if you're trying to use them at a distance from where you placed them last or in an area with more interference than usual (e.g., near other Bluetooth devices), it's likely that they won't be able to hold onto the connection long enough to maintain a solid link between them and your phone or laptop – resulting in audio stuttering or even complete dropouts.
Tips For Maintaining Your AirPod Battery & Connectivity
To ensure optimal performance of your AirPods regardless of distance or interference levels always make sure to keep an eye on their battery level before using them for extended periods of time:
Troubleshooting Guide for Fixing Common Connectivity Problems with AirPods
Understanding The Connectivity Problem
The incredible convenience and compact design of AirPods make them a top choice for many. But like any tech, they can sometimes have issues – and often the most common problem people encounter is with connectivity. You might find that your AirPods just aren't connecting to your device, or maybe there's only sound in one ear. Perhaps you're finding that they disconnect repeatedly during use, or even refuse to charge properly. These problems can be highly frustrating but don't worry – help is at hand! In this guide we'll walk through some simple troubleshooting steps to get your AirPods behaving as they should.
First thing's first – let's cross off the basics from our troubleshooting checklist:
If you've tried these basic steps but are still experiencing issues, fear not; there are more advanced measures we can take which we will delve into next time round.
Read also: Why are airpods not as loud?


text:
Khasi HillsArticle Free Pass
Khasi Hills, physiographic region, central Meghalaya state, northeastern India. The area consists mostly of hilly regions and includes the Shillong Plateau; it is drained by tributaries of the Brahmaputra and Surma rivers. The Cherrapunji scarp in the south has one of the highest average annual rainfalls in the world. The Khasi Hills region is sometimes called the "Scotland of the East" because of its scenic beauty.
The vast majority of the population outside of Shillong, the capital of Meghalaya state, are engaged in agriculture. The largest crop is wet rice, cultivated in the valleys and on hillside terraces. Other farmers in the region practice shifting cultivation, burning the trees and farming the land for one or two years before moving on. The government has discouraged this wasteful method, urging instead settlement on conventional farms. The distinctive culture of the Khasi people includes a traditional matrilineal social system that has been modified by outside religious and modern legal influences. Many of the hill peoples have become Christians.
What made you want to look up "Khasi Hills"? Please share what surprised you most...

source: HuggingFaceFW/fineweb-edu


the society. In this situation cases of violation of lockdown guidelines jeopardise public health and even life. As Prof. Jean Dreze says in his piece in The Hindu on 23rd March 2020, risking one's own health or life is a smaller consideration in these precautions; the larger consideration is being cautious about not causing harm to others, even unintentionally. From this point of view violations of lockdown guidelines are anti-social acts. However, lumping all cases of such violations together in one category and treating them similarly is neither just nor can it be used to improve efficiency of this measure. The cases of violations have to be understood in the context and in terms of intentions/ motivations. Without such differentiation treating all cases alike would be unjust to many people and effective ways of reducing such incidents can not be devised. This is the job of experts who have all the information and understand social psychology. Below I am sharing my common sense views in categorisation, legal and moral sanctions and measures that should be taken to prevent them.
In my view the incidents of lockdown violations can be classified in the following four categories:
 1. Arising out of necessity
 2. Due to selfishness and arrogance
 3. Due to ignorance and negligence
 4. Due to deliberate religious reasons
 1. Arising out of necessity
A very disturbing and difficult to prevent example of this kind of cases is the movement of migrant labourers. They are not the culprits but victims in spite of their movement being in violation of the lockdown. Most of them had or have no choice. Lack of place to say in, unavailability of amenities and money, facing hunger, etc. forced them to start moving. This clearly was an oversite on the part of the central and state governments. And even now the arrangements made for this group of people are perhaps not adequate to prevent all incidents of violation of lockdown due to necessity. In my view most of the violations by homeless people in cities also fall under this category.
Other case arising out of necessity could be related with medical emergency, unavailability of food and water in the people's houses or some other unavoidable and unbearable conditions.
All these cases can not properly be said to be of wilful violation. It seems to me that they should not attract any legal or moral sanctions. Rather they should be considered cases to be helped. Provisions of food, water, medical care and other necessities should be organised to prevent cases of violation of this nature.
 1. Due to selfishness and arrogance
There have been many cases of violation of lockdown which can only be seen as arising out of selfishness and/or arrogance of people. Examples of such cases would be people fighting with security personnel to bring their household helps in the building, politicians celebrating birthdays (Karnataka MLA, BJP), political parties having victory meetings (Madhya Pradesh, BJP), political parties celebrating their foundation day (Karnataka, BJP), people bringing in household helps surreptitiously, deliberately roaming on the roads and picking up fight with police when they want them to remain in their homes, and so on.
All such cases should be severely condemned by the society and appropriate legal action should be taken quickly and with complete transparency.
 1. Due to ignorance and negligence
There may be any cases of people just inadvertently or in ignorance violate lockdown. Some of them may not have information and some others may be somewhat negligent. Such cases are likely to involve only individuals, and therefore, may not have big impact, however, that is by no means certain.
This kind of cases can be prevented only throw greater awareness. Ignorance may attract legal punishment but not moral sanction. Negligence attracts both.
 1. Due to deliberate religious reasons
Most of the cases of violation of lockdown and government orders fall under this category. They are not only most numerous, they also involve largest gatherings, and most persistent disregard for social safety. Some of the cases which immediately come in the mind are a Rath Yatra in Maharashtra, Yogi Adityanath moving Ram statue, two Telangana Ministers performing pooja in temples, Ramanavami gathering in Bengal, continued gathering for namaz (especially Friday) in Mosques, a gathering in a Jain temple, people having a dip in Golden Temple sarovar, and of course the most famous Tabilighi Jamaat event. There is unconfirmed news of many more such cases. The cases of attacks on police and health workers visiting certain localities also have been motivated, as per the unconfirmed news, by religious considerations. The latest in Punjab where a Nihang cut off hand of a police personnel; the most arrogant, fierce and gruesome so fat.
These cases are presenting and will continue to present the toughest challenge to the government. Most of them are adamant and think that religion is above the law. To my mind they need the most severe legal punishment and social condemnation. Unfortunately, the society is most fragmented on such cases. If you mention Rath Yatra or Ramavanami gathering some people will site Jamaat incident to defend them. If you mention the Jamaat some other people will site Rath Yatra to defend them. They use the crimes of others to seek immunity from legal action to commits of their own. They don't site the other's crime to punish him as well. Some other people even use case of the first three kinds to defend the fourth kind. This is gross stupidity to site a case of unavoidable necessity (migrant labourers) to justify a case of religious arrogance and violation.
The governments have to improve supplies of food and other necessary amenities to reduce the number of cases of first kind, and step up awareness programmes for the cases of third kind. The cases of second and fourth kind need very stern and prompt legal action against those who are found responsible. Leniency because of connections with powerful politicians or due to considerations for religions will encourage these people.
13th April 2020
सड़कों पर दुर्भाव
April 11, 2020
रोहित धनकर
आज कई बहुत चिंताजनक विडियो क्लिप्स देखे। कई जगह पर लोग सब्जी आदि का ठेला लगाने वालों से नाम पूछ रहे हैं, उन्हें आधार कार्ड दिखाने को कह रहे हैं। मुसलमान पाये जाने पर उन्हें अपनी गली-मुहल्ले से चले जाने को कह रहे हैं। नहीं जाने पर मार-पीट कर रहे हैं। एक में तो एक व्यक्ति माँ-बहन की गंदी गालियां दे रहा है और डंडे से मार रहा है। इतने और सहज आम जगहों पर बने विडियो गलत खबर होंगे यह भी नहीं लगता।
यह सब बहुत चिंता जनक है। जो लोग भौतिक-दूरी (मुझे social-distance शब्द आज और भी बुरा लगाने लगा है) बनाए रखते हुए, जरूरत की चीजें बेच रहे हैं, वे लोगों की मदद कर रहे हैं। और यही उनके लिए रोजगार का साधन भी है। इस में धर्म के आधार पर यह घोर-नीचता पूर्ण व्यवहार है। इस शब्द के लिए और सीधे निर्णय सुना देने के लिए माफी चाहता हूँ पर और किसी चीज से अभिव्यक्ती का संतोष नहीं हो रहा। संभव है ये बदसलूकी करने वाले भी बीमारी से डर कर कर रहे हों। पर इसमें धर्म के आधार पर भेद करने का और धर्म के आधार पर मुसलमान के प्रती दुर्भाव भी साफ दीख रहा है।
इन लोगों के पास न तो मुसलमान फेरी वालों को इस तरह मारने-पीटने का हक है, ना ही उन्हें रोकने का। यह सीधा फेरीवालों के नागरिक से रूप में मूल अधिकारों को गुंडागिर्दी के बल पर छीनना है। आश्चर्य की बात है की एक जगह तो सरीफ़ और माध्यम उम्र के समझदार लगाने वाले लोग इस पर समूहिक निर्णय लेते भी दीख रहे हैं।
निसंदेह कोरोना के फैलाव और मरकज़ की घटना के आपसी संबंध का भी इस में योगदान है। पर तबलिगी जमात के मौलाना साद वाले घटक के सब लोगों को कोरोना संक्रमण से नहीं जोड़ा जा सकता। और सब मुसलमान तो जमात से संबन्धित भी नहीं हैं। संक्रमण का अकेला कारण जमात के कार्यक्रम में भागीदारी भी नहीं है। और भी


Thrown Weapons
Welcome to the Thescorre Thrown Weapons page!
Do you enjoy darts or other throwing games? Thrown weapons is the martial activity for you! So, what's in it for you? There's nothing quite as satisfying as the sound of the "thunk" as your ax or knife sinks into the target! Especially after a long stressful day of mundane responsibilities!
In SCA thrown weapons we study and practice the martial art of throwing axes, knives, spears and other weapons as may have been practiced in the middle ages. However, instead of throwing at enemy combatants, we throw at targets.
Although there is only limited documentation of the throwing of axes in the middle ages, and even less for knife throwing, our primary focus is on ax and knife throwing. Spear throwing is much more evident in historical records, however, at most SCA practices and events there is much less emphasis on it.
Thrown weapons activities:
1. Thrown weapons practices: There are multiple thrown weapons practices in the area where you can learn how to throw and practice your skills. The barony has loaner weapons anyone can borrow during practice. For more info: Thrown Weapons West or Thrown Weapons East
2. Royal rounds/Scoring: At Thrown weapons practices and at some events, there is an opportunity to compete by testing your skill against all others, by throwing a "Royal Round". This consists of throwing a specific number of axes and knives, at a standard target, to come up with a score. When you have three scores entered in the kingdom website you have a Royal Round average.
3. Event competitions: At many SCA events held outdoors there may be a thrown weapons range set up for practice or to run a competition. There is often an enormous variation in how the competition is set up and scored. You can never exactly know what to expect, but you'll always have a good time!
Please see our SCA Inc Participation Disclaimer HERE.


text:
Python os.tcgetpgrp() Method
The method tcgetpgrp() return the process group associated with the terminal given by fd (an open file descriptor as returned by os.open())
Following is the syntax for tcgetpgrp() method
fd -- This is the file descriptor.
This method returns the process group.
The following example shows the usage of tcgetpgrp() method.
#!/usr/bin/python import os, sys # Showing current directory print "Current working dir :%s" %os.getcwd() # Changing dir to /dev/tty fd = os.open("/dev/tty",os.O_RDONLY) f = os.tcgetpgrp(fd) # Showing the process group print "the process group associated is: " print f os.close(fd) print "Closed the file successfully!!"
Let us compile and run the above program, this will produce the following result:
Current working dir is :/tmp the process group associated is: 2670 Closed the file successfully!!


text:
°C and 45°C and 950 w/m2 radiation, the calculated COP were found to be 8.39°C, 6.62°C and 5.41°C, respectively.
Figure 5 shows system performance variation with ambient temperature. COP of the system boosts when the ambient temperature increases. The effect increases with increasing received irradi-ance.
At an ambient temperature of 10°C, and radiation values of 500, 700 and 900 w/m2, COP was calculated as 6.52, 7.35 and 8.02, while at 20°C ambient and same received solar irradiance, calculated COP was 6.69, 7.55 and 8.25, respectively.
The variation of heat pump compressor power consumption with the received solar irradiance is presented in Figure 6. At 15°C ambient temperature and 450 w/m2 solar irradiance, DX-SAHP power consumption was approximately 223.3, 347 and 347 W and at 950 w/m2. These would change to 295, 378 and 468 W if the water tank temperature is taken as 20, 32.5 and 45, respectively.
Figure 7 presents the effect of variation of compressor speed on the system at 15°C ambient temperature. Increasing compressor speed from 1100 rev/min to 1700 rev/min results in a reduction of coefficient of performance from 11 to 7 at 950 w/m2 and from 7.64 to 6.72 at 450 w/m2 when water tank temperature is 20 °C.
Figure 8 shows the improvement in the DX-SAHP coefficient of performance with increasing collector area. At 15°C ambient temperature and 20°C water tank temperature with 450 w/m2 solar irradiance, calculated COP were 6.74 and 9.8 for collector area of 3.5 and 5 m2, respectively.
Time required to heat 0.150 m3 water is shown in Figures 9 to 11 in steady-state conditions when ambient temperature is assumed to be 15°C, compressor speed taken as 1400 rev/min with constant received solar irradiance. According to the calculation at 500, 700 and 900 w/m2 irradiation, the heating process takes 169, 132 and 112 minutes, respectively.
The results of simulation and thermodynamic analysis of a solar assisted heat pump water heater with a 0.150 m3 water tank was presented. Effective parameters on the performance of the system was investigated which included solar irradiance, ambient temperature, compressor speed and solar collector area. According to the results, increasing solar irradiance and ambient temperature, reducing water tank temperature and compressor speed, all enhance the coefficient of performance. System COP was found to be 6.37 and 8.39 at solar irradi-ance values of 450 and 950 w/m2, Table 1 Fuzzy controller rules for temperature controlrespectively. This is higher in comparison with that of a conventional heat pump water heater.
The authors would like to acknowledge the financial support of the Islamic Azad University, South Tehran Branch.
Chaturvedi, S.K., et al. (2009). Two-stage direct expansion solar-assisted heat pumps for high temperature application. Applied Thermal Engineering, 29: 2093-2099. [ Links ]
Chaturvedia, S.K., Gagranib, V.D. and Abdel-Salam, T.M. (2014). Solar-assisted heat pump - A sustainable system for low-temperature water heating applications. Energy Conversion and Management. 77: 550-557. [ Links ]
Chow, T.T., et al. (2010). Modelling and application of direct-expansion solar-assisted heat pump for water heating in subtropical Hong Kong. Applied Energy. 87: 643-649. [ Links ]
Cleland, A.C. (1994). Polynomial curve-fits for refrigerant thermodynamic properties: extension to include R134a. International Journal of Refrigeration. 17: 245-249. [ Links ]
Dikci, A., and Akbulut, A. (2008). Performance characteristics and energy-exergy analysis of solar assisted heat pump. Building and Environment. 43: _PHONE_. [ Links ]
Dott, R., Genkinger, A., and Afjei, T. (2012). System evaluation of combined solar and heat pump systems. Energy Procedia, 30: 562-570. [ Links ]
Duffie, J.A., and Beckman, W.A. (2006). Solar engineering of thermal processes. Third edition. John Wiley and Sons Inc. [ Links ]
Gorozabel, FB., et al. (2005). Analysis of direct expansion solar assisted heat pump using different refrigerant. Energy Conversion and Management. 46: 2614-2624 [ Links ]
Guoying Xu, Xiaosong Zhang, Shiming Deng. (2006). A simulation study on the operating performance of a solar-air source heat pump water heater. Applied Thermal Engineering. 26: _PHONE_ [ Links ]
Ji, J., et al. (2010). Performance analysis of an air source heat pump using an immersed condenser. Frontiers of Energy and Power Engineering. 4: 234-245. [ Links ]
Keling, L., et al. (2009). Performance study of a photovoltaic solar assisted heat pump with variable-frequency compressor- A case study in Tibet. Renewable Energy. 34: 2680-2687. [ Links ]
Kuang, YH., and Wang, R.Z. (2006). Performance of multi-functional direct-expansion solar assisted heat pump. Solar Energy. 80: 795-803. [ Links ]
Received 11 May 2014
Revised 27 April 2015


Access a VM Through Virtual Network Computing (VNC)
You can access the services and resources that an Oracle SOA Cloud Service VM provides by logging into the VM through VNC.
You can use any VNC client utility to access a VM. For example, if you are using Windows, you might use RealVNC or TightVNC; if you are using Linux, you might use the vncviewer utility included with your Linux distribution.
By default, the port used by the VNC server on a Oracle SOA Cloud Service VM is not directly accessible through the Internet. An SSH tunnel enables access to the VNC server port on your local machine. An SSH tunnel also ensures that VNC communication is using a secure channel.
In order create a VNC session on a VM, you must first identify the public IP address and connect to it with SSH:
 1. Use the ssh command to connect to the VM:
 ssh -i private_key opc@VM_IP_address
 2. Change to the oracle user:
 sudo su - oracle
 The oracle VM user has regular OS user permissions. It is intended to be used to start and stop Oracle products that have been installed on the VM, or to run other Oracle applications and utilities on the VM.
 3. Disable the desktop screensaver lock for this user:
 gconftool-2 -s -t bool /apps/gnome-screensaver/lock_enabled false
 This Linux property controls whether or not the desktop prompts you for the user's password when in screensaver mode.
 4. Start the VNC server on the VM:
 vncserver :1 -nolisten tcp -localhost -geometry 1680x1050
 Use the following command to confirm if the VNC server started:
 ps -ef|grep vncserver
 The VNC server is not directly accessible from clients outside of this VM. An SSH tunnel will be used to enable external and secure access to the VNC server.
 By default, the listen port for VNC session :1 is 5901, session :2 is 5902, and so on.
 If your local machine has a smaller display resolution, use a different geometry setting such as 1024x768.
 5. When prompted, enter a password for this VNC session.
 6. Disconnect from the VM.
 7. Create an SSH tunnel to localhost:5901 on the VM.
 ssh -i path_to_private_key -L 5901:localhost:5901 opc@VM_IP_address -N
 For example:
 ssh -i /home/myuser/id_rsa -L 5901:localhost:5901 opc@ -N
 8. Launch your VNC client application and connect to localhost:5901.
 9. When prompted, enter the password that you previously configured for this VNC session.
You can use VNC to work with any resource accessible from the VM, including graphical applications. For example, you can launch the Fusion Middleware Configuration Wizard application on the Administration Server VM.
After your VNC work is complete, you can perform a C to shut down the SSH tunnel.
To terminate the VNC server on the VM, run vncserver —kill :1.


HomeOur LadiesOur GentlemenPuppiesTestimonials
FAQContact Us
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is a standard goldendoodle and how much do they weigh?
A: A standard goldendoodle is a cross between a standard poodle and a golden retriever. They average 50 and 80 pounds as adults.
Q: What is a mid-size golden doodle and how much do they weigh?
A: A mid-size goldendoodle is a cross between a mini golden doodle and either a full-size doodle or a golden retriever. They average 35-40 pounds as adults.
Q: What is a miniature goldendoodle and how much do they weigh?
A: A mini goldendoodle is a cross between a golden retriever and a mini poodle. They average 25-35 pounds as adults.
Q: What is the difference between and F1 goldendoodle and a F1b goldendoodle?
A: The F1 goldendoodle is a cross from a golden retriever and a poodle. The F1b is from breeding a F1 goldendoodle back to a poodle. F1b's have the lowest risk of shedding, and are good for people with more severe allergies.
Q: Do these dogs shed?
A: These dogs are classed as low to non-shedding dogs. If they shed, it is low compared to other dogs. All puppies shed their puppy coats, so non or low shedding levels cannot be confirmed until 13 months or later.
Q: Are golden doodles intelligent and what kind of personality do they have?
A: At Peaches & Cream Goldendoodles we have made temperament our number one priority right from when we began in 2006. It is still our number one priority and all of our breeding dogs are selected on the basis of having a calm, friendly and trainable disposition.
Q: Are goldendoodles good family dogs?
A: Goldendoodles are the ideal family dog and seem to enjoy doing anything their families are doing. They tend to love water, toys, other pets and many of them are in service positions. They love being part of a family.
Q: Do you allow people to see the puppies?
A: We do not encourage visiting puppies due to the risk of Parvo for unvaccinated puppies. We do under special circumstances allow people with reservations to visit by arrangement.
Q: Do you socialize with the puppies in the weeks before them going to their new homes?
A: The puppies are born on our kitchen floor, and are exposed to normal family life. Each puppy in handled within minutes of birth and we continue to interact with them as they grow.
Q: What do the puppies come with?
A: Puppies come with a collar, scent cloth, a record of immunizations, deworming, and a two year health guarantee. Please read the health guarantee as printed on the website.
Q: What should we buy for our new puppy?
A: We recommend buying toys, food and water bowls, and a crate for training, as well as Acana puppy chow which the puppies are being fed.
Q: How are puppies chosen for their families?
A: When a suitable puppy becomes available we contact the family. Puppies' pictures with nicknames are posted on our puppy photo album on the puppy page. Families are then asked to choose three or four puppies they are interested in. We provide temperament information and make suggestions as to which puppy would be most suitable for their home. If two families want the same puppy and the temperament would work in either one, the family with the earliest reservation would get the puppy.
Q: How can I make a reservation and get on your puppy waiting list?
A: We do not use puppy application forms. The first step in placing a reservation would be to send a short e-mail to us at _EMAIL_. We do not require a lot of personal information, but rather ask you to tell us a few things about yourself pertinent to dog ownership: past dog experience, plans for the puppy's care, and things you envisions doing with your puppy are all good topics. Then if we feel you would have a good home for our puppy and you feel comfortable working with us you would be invited to place a reservation. The actual reservation includes a letter describing your ideal puppy and requires a nonrefundable $250 deposit.
Q: How long will it be before I get my puppy?
A: Our reservation policy guarantees a suitable puppy within one year of the reservation. That simply means as a puppy becomes available.
Q: Do you fly or ship puppies?
A: We fly puppies if there are minimal layovers and the flight is relatively short.
Q: Can we contact you about situations we encounter after we have purchased our puppy?
A: Yes, feel free to contact us in the years ahead with questions you may have regarding your puppy.
Thanks for taking the time to read this page. If you have any questions that were not covered here, let us know and we'll do our best to help you with them.


text:
adding hydrogen in to the bound single atom. The greater the instability of the atom the short its half-life which would result in photon release to change the quark geometry in order to attempt to restore symmetry within the atom.
Can memory be stored in an atom itself through this mechanism of adding hydrogen from water to the amine and then into the monoatomic mineral thereby producing an isotope, which has a given rate of decay and therefore stability. The decay process providing the ability to access the stored memory in the form of released light from within the atomic structure of the atom. Is this a plausible explanation for the ability of the subconscious mind to record all information and do it without a second thought. The role of hydration in short term memory has been known for a long time but the proposed mechanism outlined above provides a direct role of hydrogen in the formation of stored memories in the form of monoatomic minerals coordinated to neurotransmitters and their stability / instability related to symmetry in the isotopes formed providing a known release date for that light as the memory within the mind. The role of water in short term memory has been observed where maintaining hydration has a correlation with memory performance. The ability of water to carry protons in the form of the hydronium ion (H3O+) means protons can be added to amine bound to the neurotransmitter going from
NH2 --> NH3+ from water which is then added to the mineral Fe 56/26 to Fe 72/26 adding 16 hydrogens to create Fe 72/26 that releases a photon after 150 nanoseconds to produce Co 71/27 (half-life 79 milliseconds) that generates Ni 70/28 after 240 milliseconds that is converted into Cu 69/29 after 2.85 minutes then into Zn 68/30 which is a stable atom and a long term stored form of memory of the event. So the initial addition of hydrogen via the amine quantum tunneling mechanism provides a link between water protons and memory formation. Each isotopic change in atom releases a photon of light of given energy to enable propagation of an internal atomic energy cycle. These functions occurring in the subconscious mind and are occurring too quickly for the conscious mind to be able to observe.
Is it the function of physics within the subconscious mind that is lost during aging? If so then the conscious mind that we study as the functional neuron may have little to do with the features of the subconscious mind, which evolved initially, and that is associated with the function of light within the atomic world inside our minds. So how can we explore these atomic functions of the mind to support its memory function in old age and disease states and restore the physics of the subconscious mind?
The loss of brain function and cognitive decline is seen in Alzheimer's disease and Dementia where misfolded proteins have been shown to play a significant role in the formation of plaques and tangles within the brain. The enzymes involved and the proteins have been identified and inhibition of these pathways with drugs has not stopped the steady increase in the rate of Alzheimer's disease. So at present there appears to be few approaches that have produced functional outcomes that can reverse the cognitive decline and the rate of disease is expected to grow as the population ages.
My approach has been to explore the functional role of the hydroxyl radical generated through photo-fenton chemistry and delivered topically through the skin by the application of royal jelly proteins isolated from Manuka honey. This natural product produces these high energy electrons (1200 electron volts in 1 billionth of a second) through a light (photo-reduction of coordinated iron bound to the aromatic ring structures of neurotransmitters or in this case the aromatic ring structures of phenolics bound to the royal jelly proteins present in the honey. By isolating the royal jelly proteins from Manuka honey and applying these to the skin they appear to be able to stimulate the generation of high energy short lived radicals within the body and the potential benefits of this in the stimulation of brain physics of the subconscious mind are currently being explored.
Here are some reviews uses of OH BEE HAVE empowering healing have said about using the products in relation to brain function.
I have used several bottles of the OH BEE HAVE restorative energy product since October 2019. I was very interested in the health value inherent in this quantum technology from the information and expertise Keryn provided. Within the first few days of spraying, I felt uplifted and my brain fog had started to dissipate. My energy felt more sustained during the day. I would usually be lagging by mid afternoon, but I noticed I was able to feel on a more even keel with my energy levels. As someone who has struggled with Hypothyroid and Hashimotos symptoms for 20 years, I found the effects to be soothing and beneficial. I recommend this product to those who need an uplift. Karin
18/05/2020 After struggling with melasma and burning sensations of my facial skin over two years with doctors unable to tell me why, I happened upon this product. I use a few sprays each morning and I'm pleased to report that I haven't experienced burning skin since using this, even when I go into the sun or drink alcohol which used to be a major trigger. Even the dark spots seem to be lessening, my fine lines are non-existent, and I have been feeling a lot less depressed than I was before using the spray.
Mum says "something is slowing down or stopping my arthritis". I've had her on two sprays a day, one for each hand for a couple of months. Yeah, and her eyes are so clear & she's mentally sharper. Thanks! I have also been using it and definitely more energy & more connected & less reactive too.
The ability of such proteins to cross the blood brain barrier has not been investigated. The mechanism of photo-Fenton chemistry (monoatomic minerals bound to the aromatic ring of pehnolics in Manuka honey) and the role light plays in the mind suggested that similar processes are occurring already in the mind due to the similar nature of the structure of neurotransmitter compounds present in brain.
It will be interesting to determine if cognitive decline can be reversed by using OH BEE HAVE empowering healing in people who suffer from Alzheimer's disease and Dementia. I currently do not have the answer to this question. The functional role of the hydroxyl radical in biology to enable the cell undergoing apoptosis (a natural cell death process) without stimulating inflammation in the brain suggests that the use of such an approach to support the breakdown of plaques and tangles that have accumulated in the brain of people with Alzheimer's disease and Dementia by destroying plaques and tangles and converting misfolded proteins back into CO2 and water is an approach that warrant further investigation. Rather than conduct years of scientific investigation in animals and cells or in test tubes, I prefer to go directly into patients as the product I make is both natural and safe and has shown no adverse effects during the evaluation of the product in healthy people and honey is considered GRAS. It's topical application is not invasive and provides an easy way to obtain the health giving benefits of Manuka honey without the presence of sugar.
As the hydrogen peroxide generating activity of glucose oxidase has been inhibited by MGO in Manuka honey the presence of sugar in the production of hydrogen peroxide by glucose oxidase is not needed. That is why I remove the sugar leaving behind the 1% of the royal jelly proteins that generates the active ingredient (hydroxyl radical).
If we consider the evolution of the eye as an event that occurred after the evolution of the subconscious mind (In vertebrate embryonic development, the retina and the optic nerve originate as outgrowths of the developing brain, specifically the embryonic diencephalon; thus, the retina is considered part of the central nervous system (CNS) and is actually brain tissue. It is the only part of the CNS that can be visualized non-invasively.), then the role of the eye and the inverted retina provides the ability of the subconscious mind to be examined by the conscious mind and by the cognitive conscious observer. This duality of mind (one based on light subconscious) and one based on electrical circuits (conscious mind) based on neurological function provides an interesting evolutionary perspective.
Such a perspective, provides an idea that the retina are not inverted but correctly orientated to be able to observe the physics or inner workings of the subconscious mind allowing the conscious observer an ability to interact in a functional way in an inner world of one's own creation in the uncontrolled physics of the mind. If this is the case it would provide an explanation for the visions observed in dreams where light originating from within the monoatomic subconscious mind physics to provide photons that the retina can pick up. It has been reported that the human retina can pick up individual photons providing an evolutionary basis for the detection of beta decay events (releasing individual photons) within the monoatomic system in the subconscious mind and generating an inner light source for visual dreams. If this is the case, then with our eyes closed we can see light when we are dreaming. The blind spot without photoreceptors may have originally acted as a pinhole camera type lens for light to interact with the atoms within the subconscious mind. Thinking about these strange concepts and then exploring what features of physics would be needed to support such inner workings of the subconscious mind involved in a prototypical vision system. I looked into hydrogen electron transitions as my model of memory directly relates to the use of the hydrogen building block and the building of all other atoms within biology through the addition of hydrogen through quantum tunneling. This approach provided an opportunity to explore the photo-electric effect that was discovered by Einstein and also look at the wavelengths of light that correspond to the various transitions. What I found is a plausible explanation of a subconscious mind based vision system based on hydrogen electron


text:
Tumor Suppressor Genes Act Like a Brake Pedal
Tumor suppressor genes are a family of normal genes that instruct cells to produce proteins that restrain cell growth and division. Since tumor suppressor genes code for proteins that slow down cell growth and division, the loss of such proteins allows a cell to grow and divide in an uncontrolled fashion. Tumor suppressor genes are like the brake pedal of an automobile. The loss of a tumor suppressor gene function is like having a brake pedal that does not function properly, thereby allowing the cell to grow and divide continually.


By definition, the floor is the channel that streams the active speaker. What you need to know on VoiceBoxer is that:
 - The active speaker always speaks on the floor, regardless their language selection
 - Each language channel will stream the floor until the interpretation booths are engaged in a target language
 - The assignment of a language to the floor is based on the interpreters selection of a target language and it works by exclusion. As an example, in a English-French-Spanish event, when the English-French interpreter targets French and the English-Spanish interpreter targets Spanish, then the platform knows that the floor must be English (ie. the language that is not being fed by an interpreter)
 - If you listen to the floor, you can still use the chat translation functionality. The translation will work towards the language that has been identified as floor language


text:
Unintentional drowning in northern Iran: a population-based study.
ABSTRACT The Iranian Ministry of Health documented that about 1500 people died from drowning annually in Iran between years 2000 and 2001. This study is a descriptive, retrospective, population-based analysis of 342 unintentional drowning deaths occurring to residents and tourists in Guilan and Mazandran Provinces in Iran over a 1-year period (2005-2006), using multiple data sources. The findings from this study demonstrate that the drowning rate for residents of the study population, 4.24 per 100,000, is much higher than drowning rates for populations in developed economies in Europe. Risk factors for drowning in the study populations include male gender, young age, and swimming in unsupervised areas. Drownings occurred most frequently in rivers, followed by canals and lakes. While much more remains to be done to investigate the problems associated with drowning deaths and injuries in Iran, the information obtained from this study can help point the way to targeted interventions.
- SourceAvailable from: Ali Davoudi kiakalayeh[Show abstract] [Hide abstract]
ABSTRACT: Drowning is a serious but neglected health problem in low-and middle-income countries. To describe the effectiveness of drowning prevention program on the reduction of drowning mortality rates in rural settings at the north of Iran, and guide its replication elsewhere. This interventional design included preand post-intervention observations in the rural area of the Caspian Sea coastline without a comparison community. Cross-sectional data were collected at preand post-intervention phases. Outcome evaluation was based on a four-year period (March 2005-March 2009) utilizing drowning registry data for the north of Iran. The implementation program increased the rate of membership in an organization responsible for promoting safety in high risk areas near the Caspian Sea. Compared to a WHO standardized population, drowning incidence in rural areas of the study demonstrated a continuous decrease in age-specific drowning rate among the oldest victims with a gradual decline during the implementation. In the study area, the epidemiological aspects of the study population were exposed and contributing factors were highlighted. This study showed that the promotion of passive interventions had a greater effect on drowning rate than that of active interventions.Archives of trauma research. 01/2012; 1(3):112-7.
- [Show abstract] [Hide abstract]
ABSTRACT: A household survey was conducted to determine the epidemiological characteristics of injuries among people living in Tehran, the mega capital of Iran. Using cluster random sampling in April 2007, survey was conducted seeking information about injuries occurred within families in past Persian year. All injury patterns and causes were classified according to ICD-10 and analysed using SPSS version 16. Out of 9173 household participants, 765 ones (8.3%) had injuries during the past Persian year, frequently open wounds and burns with a male to female ratio of 0.54 : 1. They occurred mostly due to 'exposure to the inanimate mechanical forces', followed by 'contact with heat or hot substances' and 'falls'. The common locations were home, and then streets. Approximately 15% of injuries required medical attention and the incidence rate was 175.5 per 10,000 person-year with male to female ratio of 2.37 : 1. They were frequently fractures and open wounds and mostly associated with falls and transport accidents that had been transpired on streets or at workplace. This study evidences the high rate of injuries in Tehran city and prevention priorities should be given to traffic and home injuries.International Journal of Injury Control and Safety Promotion 04/2014; · 0.67 Impact Factor
- [Show abstract] [Hide abstract]
ABSTRACT: Background: To evaluate the present status of blood utilization and develop practice guidelines in teaching hospitals in Northern Iran. Methods: We retrospectively analyzed the amount of blood prepared and used preoperatively for 11 elective procedures, from March 2010 to March 2011 in teaching hospitals in Northern Iran. Study variables included the crossmatch transfusion ratio, the transfusion index and transfusion probability. The crossmatch transfusion ratio and the transfusion index were also calculated for each type of elective surgery performed during the study period. Results: During the study period, 5981 units of blood were crossmatched for 1970 cases. Out of these1835 units of blood were transfused which means only 31% of blood was utilized while 69% was not needed. The overall crossmatch transfusion ratio for 11 procedures was 31.1 and many procedures were found to have a high transfusion ratio and a low transfusion index. Conclusion: The introduction of maximum surgical blood-order schedule will lead to a reduction of blood outdating and crossmatch workload. Although routine cross match seems necessary for two elective surgical procedures (coronary artery bypass graft and hysterectomy); in vast majority of elective surgical procedures type and antibody screening is recommended. Keywords: Blood, transfusion, crossmatch, ratio, probability, index.IJBC. 10/2013; 6(1):27.


text:
To investigate the effect of Hemidesmus indicus
extract on activities of human peripheral blood lymphocytes in vitro
Materials and Methods:
The total extract of the raw herb was obtained by methanol: isopropyl alcohol: acetone extraction and used at different concentrations. Human peripheral blood lymphocytes (PBLs) were isolated, stimulated to proliferate using phytohaemagglutinin (PHA) or lipopolysaccharide (LPS), with and without different concentration of herbal extracts. Adenosine deaminase (ADA) activity and immunoglobulin (IgG) secretion from cultured PBLs were studied with the herbal extracts and appropriate controls.
Results: Hemidesmus indicus
extract stimulated the cell proliferation at 1 mg/ml concentration significantly, after 72 h in culture. Viability of extract-treated PBLs was also maintained after culture. The extract increased the IgG production from cultured PBLs, when used at 1 mg/ml concentration. It also increased the ADA activity of PBLs after 72 h in culture.
An immunomodulatory activity of H.indicus,
related to IgG secretion and ADA activity, is revealed during the study. The herbal extract has shown to promote the release of IgG by lymphocytes and also the ADA activity after 72 h of culture.


Nature of Constitutions
Following Thomas Hobbes, public-choice economists have theorized that constitutions arise from agreements among subordinates to establish private rules for their own transactions with each other. They then supposedly delegate to a sovereign the obligation to enforce these rules. The sovereign then violates the constitution by instituting wrong-headed rules to govern the subordinates' relations with each other. Instead, it seems more realistic to see constitutions as arising from subordinates' agreements with each other to resist excessive appropriations. An advanced constitution is a substitute for this original type of agreement, which only works well when the subordinates' numbers are small, as in some hunter-gatherer societies. An advanced constitution also limits a sovereign's appropriations, arises only from subordinates' threats of the sovereign, and marshals the sovereign's own instruments of force against him.


text:
Stressed Out Bees Get the Blues13 June, 2011 at 20:16 | Posted in Animal welfare, Environmental issues, Nature, Science | 2 Comments
Tags: Animal welfare, environmental issues, Nature, Science
Bees are more likely to make pessimistic judgements when they are stressed, according to an article published online in Current Biology on June 2.
Humans are more likely to be pessimistic when experiencing stress, and prior research has shown that other vertebrates like dogs, rats, and birds are also more likely to make decisions reflecting negative emotions due to stress.
This new study shows that bees, which are invertebrates, are more similar to humans cognitively than previously believed.
"Bees stressed by a simulated predator attack exhibit pessimism mirroring that seen in depressed and anxious people," said Geraldine Wright, leader of the research team at Newcastle University in the United Kingdom, in a press release.
"In other words, the stressed bee's glass is half empty," said first author Melissa Bateson in the release.
The researchers first trained honeybees to associate one scent with a sugary reward and a second scent with bitter quinine. The bees demonstrated they can differentiate the scents as they were more likely to extend their mouthparts toward the sweet odor.
Half of the bees were then shaken vigorously for one minute to simulate a beehive attack, while the other half of the bees were left alone. The bees were then exposed to the two scents again as well as to new scents made by combining the two.
The team found that the shaken bees were less likely than the unshaken bees to extend their mouthparts toward some of the new scents. "We show for the first time that agitated bees are more likely to classify ambiguous stimuli as predicting punishment," the article summary states.
The researchers also found reduced levels of serotonin and other neurotransmitters in the shaken bees' circulation systems. Imbalance in serotonin levels is believed by some scientists to cause depression in humans.
"What we have shown is that when a honeybee is subjected to a manipulation of its state that in humans would induce a feeling of anxiety, the bees show a similar suite of changes in physiology, cognition, and behavior to those we would measure in an anxious human," said Wright.


text: Second graders have spent a couple of weeks now (I see them every day) on art of Central and South America. Here, we learned about the Chilean Rainsticks that the Aztecs used to "summon the rain." Students constructed rainsticks out of paper towel holders. They put tin foil inside the paper towel roll to slow the flow of the beads inside. This mimics the cacti needles that are punctured into the authentic rainsticks. I let them "have at it" with all of my craft stuff. They loved it!!!


Take the 2-minute tour ×
What is the complete code (C#, pseudo, does not matter) for calculating the resulting segment (or its absence) for the intersection of the segment and the cylinder?
The segment is defined by Vector3(x,y,z) as Start andVector3(x,y,z) as End.
The cylinder is defined by the same parameters plus floating-point value as Radius.
share|improve this question
You don't tell us what you've tried and what the specific problem is. – Byte56 Apr 11 '12 at 15:19
Hm, it's generally a bad practice to ask for code. Pseudocode is fine, because it's just that vague as not to be copy-pasted somewhere. By pseudocode I understand any human readable crap though. Hence my answer. – teodron Apr 11 '12 at 15:57
add comment
2 Answers
up vote 1 down vote accepted
Mathematical explanation with readable symbols and LaTeX format - great for 1st or 2nd year undergrad students or skilled high-school people.
Well, if you need to understand the maths behind it rather than copy-pasting some code that might not be the good one (it's not clear whether it will work or not judging from the SO code). Here are the steps:
 - It's easier to find the intersection points if the cylinder is aligned with the Z axis of your Oxyz frame.
Let v = normalize(Cylinder.End - Cylinder.Start)
Compute w = cross(v, vec3(0,0,1)). If w's not the null vector, you have to perform a T transform for both Cylinder and Segment to align the scene with the oZ axis:
T = Rotation(w, arccos(dot(v,z)) ) x Translation( - Cylinder.Start) Use this transform to find the coordinates of the transformed Cylinder and Segment: Cylinder2 = T x Cylinder1, Segment2 = T x Segment1. For simplicity, I'll call the results Cylinder and Segment.
 - Since the Cylinder is aligned with the Z axis, the equation of a point that lies on its surface is x^2 + y^2 = r^2, there's no constraint on the z component.
Let the equation of your segment be (x0 + t(x1-x0), y0 + t(y1-y0), z0 + t(z1-z0)) where Segment.Start(x0,y0,z0) and Segment.End(x1,y1,z1). For simplicity, let's forget about v, w and all those letters that were used until now and call x1-x0 = u, y1-y0 = v, z1-z0 = w.
That means that a POINT on the segment is written as vec3(x0+tu, y0+tv, z0+tw), where t should be in the [0,1] interval! Remember the condition for a POINT to also lie ON the SURFACE of the Cylinder? Now we get:
-- (x0+tu)^2 + (y0 + tv)^2 = r^2 which is equivalent to
-- (u^2 + v^2)t^2 + 2(u x0 + v y0)t + x0^2 + y0^2 - r^2 = 0.
Let A = (u^2 +v^2), B= 2(u x0 + v y0)t, C= x0^2 + y0^2 -r^2. You end up with a quadratic equation. Delta = B^2 - 4AC.
 - Discussion:
If Delta <0 you have no intersection.
If Delta = 0, the segment is tangent to the cylinder.
If Delta > 0, you solving for t gives you t1 and t2.
Plug t1 and t2 in the POINT ON SEGMENT equation and get your P1 and P2 points that are CANDIDATES.
Remember, t1 and t2 must be between [0 and 1] in order for P1 and P2 to be points on your segment. If one of them is outside [0,1], it means your segment has an endpoint inside the cylinder. If both t1,t2 are outside [0,1], the supporting LINE of the segment intersects the cylinder, but not your segment.
One last checkup, P1.z and P2.z should be between 0 and Cylinder.End.Z, because you work with finite cylinders.
Wrap-up: you have to plug in your t1, t2 values in the INITIAL SEGMENT equation to recover the intersection points. That's it, I don't have the time to sum it up in a C# snippet, but I hope you understand what to do.
share|improve this answer
Excellent explanation. – AgentFire Apr 12 '12 at 5:33
... but really bad formatting – bummzack Apr 12 '12 at 7:58
Ok, ok, I'll do it in LaTeX. Can't find how to add LaTeX directly here, so it's going to be mathbin instead. Hope it will help.. somehow. – teodron Apr 12 '12 at 9:18
It did help me. – AgentFire Apr 12 '12 at 11:20
You can now check the updated version with decently written equations and symbols. Good luck! – teodron Apr 12 '12 at 11:31
add comment
You may find what you're looking for with this question from SO. The last answer seems to fit your request, remember to up-vote that if it helped you.
share|improve this answer
add comment
Your Answer


text:
One of the classic mistakes in graphics is the height / volume fail. This is how it works: the length of an object is used to portray some sort of relative metric. But in the quest to make the graphic prettier, the object is turned into a 2D, or worse, 3D object. This means that for a linear dimension where one object is 2x as long as another, its area is actually 4x the other and its volume is 8x. The eye tends to notice the area or volume, so that the difference is exaggerated.
The Tebow character is, by the data, supposed to be about 1.7x the Brady character. And this may be true of the heights, but visually it looks something like 4x larger because the eye is processing something in between area and volume, distorting one's impression of the data. The problem is made worse by the fact that the characters are arrayed over a 3D plane. Is there perspective at work? Is Rodgers smaller than Peyton Manning because his figure is at the back, or because of the data? The Vick figure, by the data, should be smaller than the Rodgers figure but due to tricks of perspective, it looks larger to me.
This and much more is explained in this Edward Tufte book, the Visual Display of Quantitative Information. You will find this book on a surprising number of geek shelves (next to a tattered copy of Goedel-Escher-Bach) but it is virtually unknown in the general populace. Every USA Today graphics maker should be forced to read it.


Take the 2-minute tour ×
On the ubuntu system monitor there are different types of memory listed: Virtual Memory, Resident Memory, Writeable Memory, Shared Memory & X Server Memory. What are the differences between them, and which reflects the actual RAM usage of the process?
Sorry if it's a newbie question :)
share|improve this question
2 Answers 2
up vote 3 down vote accepted
 - Virtual memory accounts for all the libraries and executable objects that are mapped into your process, as well as your stack space.
 - Resident memory is the amount of memory that is actually in RAM.
 - Writable memory is the amount of address space that your process has allocated with write privileges.
 - X server memory is the amount used by the X server for the GUI-session.
share|improve this answer
Some definitions and wiki pages:
Resident Memory: typically refers to physical RAM installed in the machine
X Server Memory: Self explanatory, the amount of memory the X server is using (X server controls your user interface)
Hope I have clarified some things for you.
share|improve this answer
Your Answer


What is the "Conversion Rate" insight?
View a trending graph of the conversion rate during the given time period. Conversion rate in Google Analytics is the number of transactions divided by the total number of sessions in the given time period. This metric tells you out of the number of visits to your store, the number of how many users who end up buying your product or service. It is important to track the conversion rate for your business and take efforts to improve this number.
Make sure your ecommerce product pages have as much detail as possible including many pictures of the products you sell. If you support reviews, make sure you display reviews in the product detail page. Keep your checkout process simple and with as little steps as possible.
Was this article helpful?
0 out of 0 found this helpful
Have more questions? Submit a request


text:
ittaker. pp. 87–89.
- Hibbert, S. (Oct-Apr 1830). "Additional Contributions towards the History of the Cervus Euryce, or Fossil Elk of Ireland". The Edinburgh Journal of Science 2 (3): 314.
- Owen, Richard (1846). A History of British Fossil Mammals, and Birds. London: John Van Voorst. pp. 461–462.
- Gould, Stephen Jay (June 1974). "The Origin and Function of 'Bizarre' Structures: Antler Size and Skull Size in the 'Irish Elk,' Megaloceros giganteus". Evolution (Society for the Study of Evolution) 28 (2): 191. doi:10.2307/_PHONE_. JSTOR _PHONE_.
Further reading
- Kurten is a paleo-anthropologist, and in this novel he presents a theory of Neanderthal extinction. Irish elk feature prominently, under the name shelk which Kurten coins (based on the aforementioned old German schelch) to avoid the problematic aspects of "Irish" and "elk" as discussed above. The book was first published in 1980, when the name "Giant Deer" was not yet being used widely.
|Wikimedia Commons has media related to: Megaloceros giganteus|
- "Extinct Giant Deer Survived Ice Age, Study Says". N.Geographic.
- "CGI picture from "Walking with Beasts"". Discovery Channel. Retrieved February 14, 2006.
- "Megaloceros, Irish elk, Giant deer". BBC. Retrieved October 25, 2005.
- "The Case of the Irish Elk". University of California at Berkeley. Retrieved October 25, 2005.


Are Iguanas Semi Aquatic?
Are Iguanas Semi Aquatic? Some marine mammals, such as the marine otter, the polar bear and pinnipeds, are semiaquatic, while others, such as the sea otter, cetaceans and sirenians, are fully aquatic. Marine iguanas and partly marine crocodiles (such as the saltwater crocodile and the American crocodile) are all semiaquatic.
? Other semi-aquatic lizards include the agamid water dragons Physignathus cocincinus (Green or Chinese water dragon), P.
lesueurii (Australian water dragon) and P.
temporalis (Asian water dragon).
Like some varanids, water dragons have a laterally-compressed tail and an opportunistic diet.
Why do iguanas spit? iguanas spit to take out all of the salts from the bodey and The green iguana is designated as least concern according to the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN). They do not have gills, so they can not breath underwater.
Can marine iguanas stop their hearts? While underwater, the reptile's main predators are the sharks who can hear their heartbeats from up to 13 feet away. However, these iguanas are able to voluntarily stop their hearts for up 45 minutes to deter the sharks.
You Might Also Like: How Many Gecko Species Are There?
Are Iguanas Semi Aquatic – Related Questions
Similar words for semiaquatic:
What animals can live in a Paludarium together?
Paludarium Inhabitants
How Do You Talk to an iguana?
How bad is an iguana bite?
Answer: Amphibians utilize gills for breathing early in life, and develop primitive lungs in their adult life; additionally, they are able to breathe through their skin. Aquatic animals may breathe air or extract oxygen that dissolved in water through specialised organs called gills, or directly through the skin.
Is a aquatic?
Are humans still evolving?
You Might Also Like: Are Iguanas Protected In The Keys?
Can humans become aquatic?
Some scientists have hypothesized that humans were once on the cusp of being aquatic. In 1960, marine biologist Alister Hardy suggested a branch of human ancestors may have been forced by competition to leave the trees and live off shellfish by the sea shore.
Do iguanas like to be held?
Why do green iguanas spit?
Some people mistakenly think the iguana is spitting on them, but they should be pleased to know it's just a healthy body function.
Can iguanas learn their name?
They recognize their owners by sight and sound.
Can an iguana kill a cat?
Cats and Lizards or Iguanas
Do iguanas get lonely?
What do marine iguanas do all day?
So what does a marine iguana do in a typical day
How many marine iguanas are still alive?
The total population has been estimated at between 200,000 and 300,000.
The short, blunt nose is well-adapted to feeding on algae growing on rocks.
The flattened tail is perfect for swimming, propelling the iguana through the water while its legs hang useless at its sides.
You Might Also Like: How To Catch A Gecko With Your Hands?
Are moose semi aquatic?


text:
Cultural Expectations in Expressing Disagreement: Differences between Japan and the United States
Keywords: Expressing disagreement, silence, ambiguity, clarity, alleviating intercultural misunderstandings.
Kansai Gaidai University, Japan
Otemon Gakuin University, Japan
Junko Kobayashi is an associate professor at Kansai Gaidai University, Japan. She is the author of 8 English textbooks on intercultural communication.
Linda Viswat is a professor at Otemon Gakuin University where she teaches courses in intercultural communication. Her research has focused on learning strategies of Japanese university students and the development of a learning community.
The article identifies problems between Japanese students with intermediate English proficiency and native English speakers in the United States when expressing disagreement. The survey results indicate that common ways by which Japanese students express disagreement are likely to be either misinterpreted or viewed negatively by Americans. For English education aimed at promoting intercultural understanding, it is not sufficient just to introduce Japanese students to formulaic patterns for expressing disagreement. The article explores the kind of instruction that is necessary to alleviate intercultural misunderstandings caused by differences in how disagreement is expressed. While the subjects of the article are Japanese students, the recommendations are applicable to other Asian students as well.


text:
You searched for: Language Latin Remove constraint Language: Latin Language Greek Remove constraint Language: Greek Language Multiple Languages Remove constraint Language: Multiple Languages Century 2nd Century Remove constraint Century: 2nd Century Decoration No Remove constraint Decoration: No Digital facsimile online No Remove constraint Digital facsimile online: No Musical Notation No Remove constraint Musical Notation: No Subjects documents Remove constraint Subjects: documents
No entries found
No results found for your search
Try modifying your search
- Use fewer keywords to start, then refine your search using the links on the left.
- Try more general words.
- Try alternative words with the same or similar meanings.


text:
Ice Springs Volcanic Field, located in the Black Rock Desert west of Fillmore, Utah, is composed of three large craters, Crescent, Miter, and Terrace, and several smaller craters. Concern over the hazards of the volcanic field, ±660 years old, reactivating prompted the creation of a hazards model. This study focuses on Miter Crater in order to conduct a ballistic analysis of the blocks and bombs observed along the crater rim. Data analysis of Miter Crater ejecta was then used to create a hazards model for ballistic volcanic ejecta. Thirty-four blocks and bombs were recorded along the rim of Miter Crater. Teardrop, quot (cowpie), spheroidal, and ribbon bombs were recorded and sampled around the crater rim. All blocks sampled were massive basalts and were found in situ in the northeastern quadrant (the only undisturbed section of Miter Crater from quarrying). Data collected was then used to model possible trajectories and muzzle velocities for each block and bomb according to their respective recorded parameters in the program Eject!. The application of drag to large, dense blocks did little to change flight paths. With smaller blocks and bombs, the effect of drag on flight paths became increasingly dramatic at higher ejection angles. The eruptions involving these blocks and bombs likely experienced a relatively large zone of reduced drag and/or multiple collisions that aided in the transport of smaller ejecta. A hazards map was created that shows four zones of differing risk levels. Intuitively, the level of risk due to ejecta impact decreases as one heads away from the eruptive center. The extent of the largest zone reaches approximately 1300 m in diameter. A model was devised that used a polar plot to prove the risk trend shown in the hazards map. The model was also used to create ballistic curves for conditions of zero drag, constant drag, and zones of reduced drag.
Cary, William, "Ballistics Analysis of Volcanic Ejecta: Miter Crater, Ice Springs Volcanic Field, Black Rock Desert, Utah" (2013). Senior Independent Study Theses. Paper 678.
Bachelor of Arts
Senior Independent Study Thesis Exemplar
© Copyright 2013 William Cary


text:
Portrait of John Young
John Young is an American astronaut who was born on September 24, 1930,
in California. Before he became an astronaut, Young was a Navy fighter
Young became an astronaut in 1962. He is the first person to make
six spaceflights. He has spent over 835 hours in space.
Young made his first spaceflight in 1965 aboard Gemini 3. This was the
first manned Gemini mission. Young operated the first computer in
space during this mission. In 1966, he commanded Gemini 10.
Young made his third spaceflight aboard Apollo 10. This was a full dress
rehearsal for landing on the moon. The crew orbited the Moon several
times and tested the lunar module. In 1972, Young actually landed on the
moon and walked its surface during the Apollo 16 mission.
Young made his fifth spaceflight aboard STS-1 in 1981. This was the first
flight of the Space Shuttle. It proved that the shuttle was a reusable
Young's last spaceflight was aboard STS-9 in 1983. This was the first
Spacelab mission. The crew performed over 70 experiments in atmospheric
physics, Earth observations, astronomy and solar physics, materials
processing, and the life sciences.
Shop Windows to the Universe Science Store!
Our online store
on science education, classroom activities in The Earth Scientist
specimens, and educational games
You might also be interested in:
How did life evolve on Earth? The answer to this question can help us understand our past and prepare for our future. Although evolution provides credible and reliable answers, polls show that many people turn away from science, seeking other explanations with which they are more comfortable....more
Andrew Allen is an American astronaut who was born on August 4, 1955 in Pennsylvania. Before he became an astronauts, Allen was a Navy and Marines pilot. He has logged over 4500 flight hours on more than...more
Jay Apt is an American astronaut who was born on April 28, 1949 in Massachusetts. Before he became an astronaut, Apt was a physicist who worked on the Venus space probe project. Apt joined NASA in 198...more
Neil Armstrong is an American astronaut who was born in Ohio in 1930. Before entering the space program, he was a pilot for the U.S. Navy and Air Force, flying over 200 different kinds of aircraft, such...more
Ellen Baker is an American astronaut who was born on April 27, 1953 in North Carolina. Before she became an astronaut she was a geologist and a medical doctor. Baker joined NASA as a medical officer in...more
Michael Baker is an American astronaut who was born on October 27, 1953 in Tennessee. Before he became an astronaut, Baker was a Navy pilot. He logged over 5000 hours of flight time aboard 50 different...more
John Blaha is an American astronaut who was born on August 26, 1942 in Texas. Before he became an astronaut, Blaha was an Air Force pilot. He has flown over 5500 hours in 33 different types of aircraft....more
Guion Bluford is an American astronaut who was born on November 22, 1942 in Pennsylvania. Before he became an astronaut, Bluford was a pilot for the Air Force. He flew over 4800 hours on several different...more