Unit templates
Repeating containers
To include a repeating container in a display you must use the tag. Without tags a repeating address container would look like this:
Address Line 1 A; Address Line 1 B
Address Line 2 A; Address Line 2 B
Address Line 3 A; Address Line 3 B
Although of course we'd like it to look like this:
Address Line 1 A
Address Line 2 A
Address Line 3 A
Address Line 1 B
Address Line 2 B
Address Line 3 B
To achieve the ideal layout above a tag is used to define the format of each discrete block, which then repeats as many times as the container does.
Let's say you're pulling this address into a "Related entities" bundle, so as to display the address with the entity name. The display template would look like this:
^ca_entities.address.address1,
^ca_entities.address.address2,
^ca_entities.address.city,
^ca_entities.address.stateprovince,
^ca_entities.address.postalcode,
In the above code the unit delimiter (,) is used between instances of the full address container. The code is used between lines of the individual container placement. It ensures that if no data has been catalogued you won't get a string of empty spaces and commas.
Relative to relationships
The tag also supports a relativeTo setting which is used to shift the frame of reference of a display to a specified target. This is vital for interstitial record displays, hierarchical displays and indirect relationships (see below).
Hierarchical relationships
The tag allows users to organize and display metadata for hierarchically related records. For example, you might have a hierarchy within the Collections table, wherein one parent collection houses smaller child collections. Without the tag, you would only be able to display the preferred label of each child, and you wouldn't be able to specify delimiters such as line breaks. With the tag, however, you can break the child records up into discrete chunks, and you can include additional metadata about each. If you want to display child records along with their idno's, for example, you could do this:
^ca_collections.preferred_labels,
In which relativeTo specifies the table in question and asks the display to find child records. Once the relativeTo frame has been set, however, you can drop the.children and simply reference the collections table, wherein the child records live. If you were to continue including children, (i.e. ca_collections.children.preferred_labels) you would essentially be looking for child records within child records. To use this template in the opposite direction, to display the immediate parent of the record at hand, you would simply format it as . To display all parents, you can format the template with respect to the entire hierarchy: . If you are dealing with multiple records, either as children or as hierarchy, you'll want to enclose the entire template within a , so that each record's metadata can be displayed in an organized manner. For example,
 ^ca_collections.preferred_labels,
would display records like this:
Mini Collection X, 100.1
Mini Collection Y, 100.2
instead of this:
Mini Collection X, Mini Collection Y, 100.1, 100.2
You can also nest additional layers of tags within the syntax discussed above by following the directions in the following section.
Indirect relationships
One use of the tag is to allow cataloguers to display metadata with some relative distance to the chosen record. We could call this the Six Degrees of Kevin Bacon for CollectiveAccess.
Let's say you're creating a Collection summary and you'd like to display metadata about Entities, but Entities aren't related directly to Collections. Perhaps they are related to Objects related to the Collection. Never fear! Just as Bruce Willis is 2 degrees away from Kevin Bacon (thanks to Brad Pitt, "The Hamster Factor" and the movie "8"), Entities are also 2 degrees away from Collections thanks to their relativity to Objects.
How does this look in practice? Here's a display template that is used on the object bundle (through the GUI) or object placement (in a profile). It pulls statement metadata from a container on each Entity record related to each Object.
^ca_entities.preferred_labels
The result is a list of artwork titles, artist names and their statements for the works in the collection. Note that in the Falling Water example entity John Smith has two repeats of the statements container:
Restricted indirect relationships
You can further restrict indirect relationships by including restrictToTypes and/or restrictToRelationshipTypes. For example to restrict the relationship included in the display to just individual entities linked as artist you'd use the following:
You may sort the order in which units are output by adding sort and optionally sortDirection to the unit. For example to sort output by the name of a the related object do something like this:
Notice that the sort direction is ASC. Sort direction may be either ASCending or DESCending. If you omit a value, ascending is assumed. You may sort on more than one bundle value by listing each bundle value in sequence separated by semi-colons.
Skipping units
(From v1.5) You can skip records selected by unit tags using the skipIfExpression attribute. It takes an Expression as parameter. Note that the skipIfExpression attribute is evaluated on record level, so while you can use it if your relativeTo spec is a container or an attribute, it doesn't really make sense to do so. Below is a simple example that would skip all entities where the idno had the sequence test in it.


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Some Aspects of Stock Plant Management
For a nursery to have a good stock of mother plants is like having money in the bank. An asset of guaranteed vegetative stock material gives assurance, for on-going production and continuity of supply to customers. A wide range of stock plants gives production a choice of diversity, flexibility, and peace of mind for planning ahead, and also allows the luxury of variety and change.
To yield high quality propagation material however, the mother plants have to be managed correctly to give best results, if mismanaged or neglected the mother plants can quickly become a valueless liability. At Duncan and Davies, depending on genera and species, our mother plants generally can be divided into four basic groups:
- In-ground, longer-term, permanent stock, planted out in stock bed rows.
- In-ground, short-term, nursery row, temporary stock.
- Containerised temporary stock:
- From saleable potted crops where conformation trimming can yield useful cutting material or
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Schools have been removing bathroom doors, posting bathroom monitors, and even closing bathrooms in their struggles to handle the surging popularity of vaping among middle school and high school students. That has translated into steady business for a U.S. company offering AI-assisted school surveillance capable of alerting teachers and administrators to suspected vaping or bullying in bathrooms.
Soter Technologies originally developed its Fly Sense device with bullying detection in mind. But schools began asking the company about whether it could also help monitor the rise of vaping—also known as Juuling because of the popular Juul vape pens—among students. In response, the company made Fly Sense into a cloud-connected sensor capable of detecting both the telltale signatures of vaping and elevated sound levels that might indicate fighting or bullying.
"Schools typically install the system and see a spike of vaping incidents in the first two weeks," says Derek Peterson, CEO of Soter Technologies. "And then as they continue to go through their school policy plan of reprimanding the students, they start to see vaping incidents in those locations tail off."
More than 200 schools in the United States and Canada have already installed Fly Sense, including schools across at least 23 states. Four school districts in Florida and California have gone all out to become "full-deployment districts" using the Fly Sense system. Other schools are quickly catching on. The company shipped out more than 400 Fly Sense devices in the past month, Peterson says.
The Fly Sense device uses machine-learning AI that has been trained to detect the water vapor signature coming from vaping pens, e-cigarettes, and other vaping paraphernalia. Most vaping devices popular among students consist of a flavored vaping liquid—sometimes called "vape juice"—that includes a hefty dose of addictive nicotine. Once installed, each Fly Sense device can learn the baseline patterns of water vapor in a given bathroom so that the system's thresholds for what counts as an anomaly can be adjusted accordingly.
The constant evolution of vaping has created a technological arms race of sorts, and has prompted Soter Technologies to continuously update its classification library for vaping signatures. For example, the very first version of Fly Sense could not detect the vaping signature from Juul vape pens, which have become especially popular among students.
Much has changed since that time. In August, the company announced version 2.5 of its Fly Sense device and hopes to roll out version 3.0 in spring 2019. Future versions of Fly Sense could potentially even perform more sophisticated chemical analyses that sniff out the difference between a vaping pen signature with nicotine versus tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), the active chemical compound found in cannabis.
Soter Technologies claims that the Fly Sense system generally achieves a vaping detection accuracy of between 70 and 80 percent, and that the system has helped schools achieve a 70 percent decrease, on average, in vaping incidents at locations where the system is installed. Each unit costs US $995, which includes one year of service. Then schools must pay $150 per unit per year to subscribe to the monitoring service.
But AI-boosted bathroom surveillance still needs plenty of human help. Whenever a suspected vaping incident triggers an investigation, schools can confirm whether or not the Fly Sense alert had correctly identified vaping or was a false positive. That feedback helps train the system to become progressively more accurate over time.
Schools that install Fly Sense in their bathrooms get access to Soter Technologies' automated cloud platform that tracks the data being collected by Fly Sense and manages the alert system. School administrators can even manage the system so that only specific teachers will receive alerts on their phones from certain Fly Sense devices.
The dual-purpose mission of Fly Sense means that it also has the capability to keep watch for bullying or fighting by detecting sound levels based on decibels. If the sounds in a bathroom or locker room exceed a certain sound threshold—something that can be adjusted by school administrators—that can trigger a similar mobile alert that could prompt a principal or teacher to go investigate. At the same time, the system's lack of natural-language recognition or identification of voices belonging to particular individuals is meant to avoid student privacy concerns.
"The original intent of the product was to take care of the bullying aspect," Peterson says. "That comes from my own personal history of being five-foot-one in high school and being bullied: I have a personal stake in helping rid the world of bullies."
Whatever the use, Fly Sense seems to appeal to schools seeking to tackle different but similarly troubling national trends. Between one-quarter and one-third of U.S. students report being bullied at school. It's an issue that likely affects millions of students each year. On the vaping side, the 2017 National Youth Tobacco Survey found that approximately 2.1 million students had used e-cigarettes.
The vaping trend in particular has attracted new customers for Fly Sense from the corporate world. Many major corporations prohibit vaping on company grounds and seem as interested as schools in an automated solution such as that being offered by Soter Technologies, Peterson says. But given the meteoric rise of vaping among students in recent years, schools remain a primary market for high-tech solutions as long as they fight to deter vaping behavior on school grounds.
"We probably will have about 20 inquiries a day from schools looking to buy the product," Peterson says.
This story was updated with pricing information on 31 October 2018.

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How to Test a Bestec PC Power Supply
By Gabriel Dockery
Testing a Bestec PC power supply is essential to not only ensure that you are utilizing a safe power supply, but also that the power supply is not the cause of a malfunctioning system. Thankfully, Bestec power supplies conform with the ATX form factor and specifications, which allow for a signaling wire in the power supply's main connector for testing purposes. It is the signaling wire that we'll use to test the operation of the power supply.
Step 1
Find the main PC connection from the power supply to the motherboard. This connection will be either a 20-pin or 24-pin connector.
Step 2
Orient the connector so that the side clip is facing to your left. This clip is the one that attaches to the side of the main power connector on the motherboard.
Step 3
Unfold a paperclip so that it is in the shape of a U.
Step 4
Locate the green wire connected to the power supply's main connector. There will be only one green wire connector among the 20 or 24 wires.
Step 5
Insert one end of the paperclip into the green wire's connection hole.
Step 6
Locate one of the black wires immediately next to the green wire and insert the other end of the paperclip into its connective hole. There will be two black wires beside the single green wire; either wire may be used for this test.
Step 7
Plug the power supply in to an available wall outlet and turn it on using its power switch.
If the fan within the power supply turns on, then the power supply is indeed functional and without failure. The green wire on the power supply sends an operational signal to signify that the power supply is functional. In the event that a portion of the power supply was not functioning correctly, the green wire would not send the signal and the power supply would fail to turn on.


text: Immunogerontological studies in man have often led to conflicting results. One of the main reasons is the selection of the subjects to be studied. Admission criteria such as "apparently healthy" or "without overt disease" seem insufficient to exclude underlying disease which might influence the immune system and thereby the results. In an attempt to solve this problem, the SENIEUR protocol described in this paper was developed by a working party in the framework of the EURAGE Concerted Action Programme on Ageing of the European Community. This protocol establishes strict admission criteria for immunogerontological studies in man based on clinical information and laboratory data, and it sets limits to pharmacological interference. The use of this protocol will lead to standardization between centers and also to a closer study of the influence of age as such on the immune system. These findings in the immunologically "optimally aged" can also serve as reference values for immunogerontological studies in subjects who do not meet the SENIEUR criteria. In this way the use of this protocol can contribute to the dissection of the influence of disease versus ageing on the immune system.


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How do I send less pictures to Platerecognizer
If the goal of the setup is to send to Platerecognizer only the license plates that move in a selected area in the selected direction, right?
In this case the scheme that you have now might be improved in the following ways:
1. If you have the Cross-Line Detector module is after the ANPR – this is great if you need to save only episodes of where LPs are moving in the right direction. BUT all LPs are sent to Platerecognizer in this setup, and filtering by direction happens after we get the response.
If it's critical to filter our direction before sending LPs to Platerecognizer then we'd need to redo the scheme placing the Cross-Line Detector before ANPR. However, the Cross-Line doesn't work without a module that tells it about the object type (in the scheme where Cross-Line is placed after the ANPR this role is played by the ANPR) so we'd need an Object Recognizer module where you need to tick object type (car). OR instead of the 'Object Recognizer' module you could use 'Object Detector' module – it reacts to any objects, no matter their type – but we don't really need it in here.
In Cross-Line place the line with the direction going in which you want to "catch" cars.
2. If image crop is needed, you can use the Image Crop module, it is better placed after the camera in the chain.
3. Important ANPR should have these settings:
Recognize only changed areas: ticked
Detection Interval: higher than the default 50 ms (=0.05 of a second, default timeout). Try different values to find the best – to not miss anything (lower than 2000ms) and yet to not send too many pics to PR (higher than 50ms).
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What is an ISBN?
An ISBN (International Standard Book Number) | Why is the ISBN important? | What does the publisher have to consider? | ISBN numbers are assigned to | ISBN numbers are not assigned to | What is the difference between ISBN, ISMN and ISSN numbers? | Location of the ISBN number in the book | ISBN and EAN code | Applying for ISBN in Estonia
An ISBN (International Standard Book Number) is a unique combination of 13 digits. The ISBN assigned to a publication cannot be changed, replaced or re-used. The ISBN consists of 13 digits: the 3-digit prefix 978, which identifies book production, is followed by the 9-digit core number and finally the check digit, a single Arabic numeral that validates the whole number combination.
The group identifiers 9949-, 9985- are used in Estonia. The use of ISBNs is regulated by Estonian Standard EVS-ISO 2108:2006 Information and Documentation: International Standard Book Number (ISBN).
An eye-readable EAN book number below the barcode is identical to a 13-digit ISBN (printed with no hyphens). For books issued after 1 January 2007, an eye-readable 13-digit ISBN, each part of which being correctly separated with hyphens, has to be printed above the back cover barcode.
Group identifier (country and language identifier);
A more detailed overview of the changes to the ISBN numbering system is available at Frequently Asked Questions about changes to the ISBN.
- The ISBN number enables quick and precise identification of a publication,
- facilitates ordering and selling books, and
- assists in accounting.
The Estonian ISBN Agency distributes the contact data of Estonian publishers who have joined the ISBN system for the address book "Publishers' International ISBN Directory" (PIID) (also available on CD-ROM) published by the International ISBN Agency in in London.
In the ISBN system all legal persons and individuals are considered publishers if they are engaged in issuing books irrespective of whether the publications are sold or distributed free of charge. The publishers may be publishing houses, institutions of higher education, associations, societies, municipalities, organisations etc.
Acquiring an ISBN number for a publication is the duty of the publisher, as information about the country and the publisher is encoded in the ISBN number. The publisher is responsible for the correctness of the ISBN. The publisher identifier has to correspond with the name of the publisher printed on the title page.
- serials with a special title
- videos and films for educational purposes
- kits containing a book and an electronic/audiovisual item
- computer software for educational purposes only
- maps, atlases
- Braille books
- micropublications (microfilms and microcards)
- electronic items (diskettes, CD-ROMs, web publications)
- newspapers and periodical publications (ISSN), except for serials with a special title, which get both standard numbers
- printed music (ISMN)commercial material (sale catalogues, price lists, product presentations, folders, instructions, issuing prospectuses etc.)
- wallpapers, posters, postcards, news publications, and leaflets
- theatre, concert and other show programmes
- lists of showpieces without extra text
- college and higher school curricula and plans
- manuscripts of lectures and educational material
- dissertations and their reviews
- calendars, diaries
- forms, questionnaires and colouring books
- normative documents (standards, patents) issued as a separate publication
- sound recordings.
The ISBN is an identification number for books and the ISSN is a code for periodical publications. The ISBN is assigned to all books in one or several volumes or to non-book publications, which are not issued as continuous serials.
Serial publications and book series with special titles are assigned both standard numbers. Every part of a serial publication obtains a new ISBN number; the ISSN number remains the same until changes in the title of the publication are made.
The ISMN is an international music standard number.
The ISBN appears in the lower left side corner of the verso of the title page (at least in 9 pt type), and in the lower section of the outside back cover. The ISBN on the trade bar code must be eye-readable. The ISBN number for audiovisual and electronic items is printed on both the information carrier and its envelope. Each appendix of the book must have its own ISBN. If a book has two or more ISBN numbers, they must be printed all on the verso of the title page. In the case of a multivolume work, the ISBN of the whole work is printed on the verso of the title page; and the ISBN of the particular volume appears below. On the back cover of the book only the ISBN of the given volume is printed.
ISBN and EAN code
At the publisher's request the ISBN Agency will send by email together with an ISBN also an EAN, or an article barcode file.
Since 1992, the Estonian ISBN Agency at the National Library of Estonia is the only institution in Estonia, which assigns publisher prefixes to publishers. The service is free of charge.
The Estonian ISBN Agency
The National Library of Estonia
Tõnismägi 2, Tallinn 15189
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Value Changes During Conversions
A conversion from a value type stores a copy of the source value in the destination of the conversion. However, this copy is not an exact image of the source value. The destination data type stores values differently, and even the value being represented might change, depending on the kind of conversion being performed.
Changes During Widening and Narrowing Conversions
Narrowing conversions change the destination copy of the source value, with potential information loss. For example, a fractional value is rounded when converted to an integral type, and a numeric type being converted to Boolean is reduced to either True or False.
Widening conversions preserve the source value but can change its representation. This happens if you convert from an integral type to Decimal, or from Char to String.
The original source value is not changed as a result of a conversion.
Changes During Reference Type Conversions
A conversion from a reference type copies only the pointer to the value. The value itself is neither copied nor changed in any way. The only thing that can change is the data type of the variable holding the pointer. In the following example, the data type is converted from the derived class to its base class, but the object that both variables now point to is unchanged.
' Assume class cSquare inherits from class cShape. Dim shape As cShape Dim square As cSquare = New cSquare'The following statement performs a widening'conversion from a derived class to its base class. shape = square


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Acoustics and Vibration Measurement (VIB 201-E)
Engineers, Scientists, or Technicians
This self-directed online course will enable calibration technicians to precisely and reliably measure acoustics and vibration in accordance with relevant ISO standards. The material covers both conceptual and practical components of sound measurement, and the tools and units necessary to reliably measure acoustics and vibration.
- Measurement Methods
- Measuring Instruments
- Quantifying Sound and Vibration
- Accelerometer Design and Calibration
Hours Required to Complete
1 LEU Awarded
This e-learning course requires internet access to complete.


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The following sections cover the prerequisites that should be completed in order to publish information relating to the processing carried out by WSO2 Identity Server (WSO2 IS) in the Analytics Dashboard of WSO2 Analytics - IS.
The binary distribution contains the binary files for both MS Windows, and Linux-based operating systems. You can also download, and build the source code.
- Go to the WSO2 IS product Identity Server previous releases page.To download WSO2 IS Analytics, click Analytics.
- Select Version 5.2.0.
Enter your email address and click Download as shown below:
Installing WSO2 IS Analytics


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A Smoothed RSI Inverse Fisher Transform by Sylvain Vervoort
This indicator gives clear entry and exit signals, so your trading decisions are easier.
The Fisher transform has been a familiar concept to Stocks & Commodities readers in recent years following its introduction in 2002 by frequent S&C contributor John Ehlers. Its creator, Ronald Fisher, was one of the leading scientists of the 20th century, making major contributions to statistics, evolutionary biology, and genetics. Ehlersí 2004 followup applied an inverse Fisher transform to the relative strength index (Rsi), changing what was a good turning-point indicator to one that fine-tuned the timing of possible entry and exit points. Here is the inverse Fisher transform formula:
y = (Exp(2 * x) - 1)/(Exp(2 * x) + 1)
where x is the input value and y is the transformed value.
Figure 1 shows a plot of the inverse Fisher transform. The transform creates boundaries to keep the output value in the range between ‑1 to +1. Input values larger than 2 generate a result close to 1, while input values less than ‑2 generate a result close to ‑1. This boundary characteristic is useful with any indicator moving between two fixed values, like the relative strength index (Rsi).


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mast in Water topic
From Longman Dictionary of Contemporary Englishmastmast /mɑːst $ mæst/ ●○○ noun [countable] 1 TTWa tall pole on which the sails or flags on a ship are hung2 British EnglishTCB a tall metal tower that sends out radio and television signals a radio mast3 DTBa tall pole on which a flag is hung half-mast
Examples from the Corpus
mastI wanted to jump down from a mast and land right in her, but I kept my promise to Remi.He stood there like a mast.In addition, mast cells in normal colon, adenoma, or carcinoma samples consistently showed strong positive staining for cytochrome P450 3A.And, rotors are smaller than masts and sails.When Nick proposed an improved way of setting the masts in place, Mr Ching balked at the suggestion.On Brother and Toyota machines, just let the yarn hang between the yarn mast and the edge of the knitting.


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Appcell Storage
Depending on the business needs and preferences, some AppCell plugins may require their own data storage. This is done through ETCD storage.
Plugins, such as cPanel and Plesk do require the use of having their own storage, as they include data such as their location, IDs, DNS, ID security, login information, etc. Most often the Plugin must write/update its data. Having security in mind, it is best not to allow the plugin access to the main database (Billia). Rather, an alternative mechanism is offered as a recommendation to use for storage - the ETCD storage.
What is ETCD storage
ETCD is a type of a distributed key-value storage, which provides a reliable way to store data. It can then be accessed by a distributed system or a cluster of machines. Applications of any complexity can read data from and write data into ETCD.
ETCD also includes a vast library for the more popular programming languages - JavaScript, Python, Java, C++, Swift, SQL, Ruby, etc.
Why use ETCD storage
Using ETCD is a more simplified process for storage than most. Other options may include more complicated methods for storage and data distribution, such as e.g. using relational databases with a complex structure. The ETCD storage, on the other hand, works with predefined credentials used to access a personal "sent box" in the storage space, where the data for the specific plugin is kept.
Moreover, each plugin that is being installed, would be provided with its own separate ETCD sent box. These ETCD sent boxes also have security, where one Cell cannot access or read the data of another Cell. This way passwords, login and server information cannot be accessed or taken without authorization.
One Cell can access its own storage and read its own data only. But AppCell is the only software able to access and read all Cells' data.
How it works
When a Cell is in the process of being installed, the four Appcell installation files are used: Appcell.json, Plugins.json, Resources.json and Settings.json.
In the installation file AppCell.json, "etcd": ">=3.0" can be specified, which means that during that installation process an ETCD storage is automatically created, with the dedicated database, username, Cell name, and password. It will provide the ETCD host name, password and available access.
"appcell": {
 "etcd": {
 "username": "examplecell",
 "password": "L8bw8BS7jcpkmF1t",
 "access": "/examplecell/*"
Inside this storage is where the application can be configured and where it can read and write its data when changes occur.
In the case ETCD is not requested in the AppCell.json installation file, no such will be created.
Two methods of work are present in regards to assigning/creating an ETCD storage.
 1. Either a personal ETCD storage will be automatically created during the installation of the Cell, or;
 2. A specified API, called AppCellSentboxStorage, can be used instead, which will generate pre-set testing storage boxes. These boxes are available for the application while it's being developed. During that time, data can still be written in it and when it's time - it can be easily erased.


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Wed January 30, 2013
How Florida's Aquifer Models Are Inaccurate, And Why That Might Be A Problem For Our Water Supply
Understanding how water flows through Florida's aquifer is integral to maintaining safe and sufficient supply of fresh water, but current computer models used to monitor the state's aquifers and springs are "full of holes" according to some critics.
The Tampa Bay Times reported on Monday that there is a disconnect between "how water pumping permits are routinely issued throughout much of Florida" and the impact those permits have on the state's rapidly dwindling resources. Currently, state officials employ computer models "that use a false assumption" about how water flows under the ground's surface when issuing permits.
Though the current models predict a steady rate of movement through sand and gravel, field tests have demonstrated the unpredictability of the water flow, owing in large part to the existence of karst (limestone filled with holes) below the surface. Scientists using a "dye test" were able to more accurately track the speed at which water moves underground.
The dye test gave a vivid illustration of the difference. The scientists running the test picked their drop sites with help from one of the state's models. The model predicted how fast a liquid would trickle along underground toward the spring. Different zones would give the dye a 2-year trip, a 10-year trip and even a 100-year trip. But when they dropped the dye in, the stuff rocketed through the aquifer. It zoomed across half the predicted 100-year distance in just six months.
Pete Butt, the scientist who supervised the test, said the dye would have traveled even faster if the test had taken place during Florida's rainy season. The findings reveal potential vulnerabilities in the state's water management system. Not only are the computer models used to monitor water use and levels, but to track the rate of contamination from chemicals, sewage, and other pollutants.
Though another "more accurate" computer model based on water flow through karst exists, the state reportedly will not "touch it" because it was created by Coca-Cola, which at one time owned a bottling plant near High Springs.


A lot of thesaurus - A little bit dictionary
Overview of noun promotion
1. promotion, publicity, promotional material, packaging -- (a message issued in behalf of some product or cause or idea or person or institution; "the packaging of new ideas")
2. promotion -- (act of raising in rank or position)
3. promotion, furtherance, advancement -- (encouragement of the progress or growth or acceptance of something)
4. forwarding, furtherance, promotion -- (the advancement of some enterprise; "his experience in marketing resulted in the forwarding of his career")


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Numark Orbit - Importing Multiple Controller Mappings in Traktor Pro 2
Before we continue it's important to understand the differences between the types of Traktor Pro mappings. One type of mapping is a generic controller type; these mappings are generally included with the purchase of the hardware, and are supplied by the manufacture. Generic controller mappings provide basic control of the Traktor software. In most cases what you see on the controller is exactly what you reaction you get in the software. Another type of mapping is effects based mapping; the effects based mappings offer the user a more complex and customized experience. Since these mappings alter effects settings within Traktor it is important that these mappings are imported first. These mappings also must be imported two times using the large import button at the bottom left of the Preferences window. Importing the mapping twice ensures that all effects and their settings are loaded correctly.
Now that we understand the basics lets go through one example using the Numark 4TRAK, and the Numark Orbit wireless DJ controller. In this scenario we will be using the 4TRAK for basic control, and the Orbit to trigger customized combination effects. It is important to back up your current settings if you wish to use them later. Open Preferences within Traktor Pro and choose Export from the bottom of that window you will want to be sure and check off any setting box you wish to recall later.
Now that we understand the basics, and have made a backup our current settings lets get started.
- Download both controller mapping files.
- Unzip or extract the files to your desktop.
- Plug in your Numark 4TRAK USB, and the Numark Orbit USB Dongle.
- Power-on both units.
- Open Traktor Pro 2.
- Click the Preferences or gear icon in the top right corner.
- Click Import from the bottom of the Preferences window.
- First it's important to load the effects based mapping. Locate the Orbit mapping file, and click Open.
- Leave the default Category boxes checked as below unless you have your GUI or layout setup for 4 decks. Click OK to import the settings.
- You need to import this mapping twice ensure all effect settings load correctly. Repeat steps 7-10 to ensure this.
- Next we need to import our Generic mapping type which is the Numark 4TRAK for this example.
- Still within the Preferences window select and highlight Controller Manager section from the left.
- At the top of the window within the Device Setup section click Add…
- From the drop down list select Import.
- Locate the extracted Numark 4TRAK mapping file, and click Open. Should be wherever you extracted the mapping file to. Its important to add the second map in this manor other wise you will delete the first mapping we imported. Importing through the Traktor Wizard will also overwrite our original mapping and setup settings.
*You will always use Add... > Import when adding a second controller.
- Lastly ensure that all of your In-Ports, and Out-Ports are assigned to the correct hardware.
- That's it you have correctly configured multiple controllers within Traktor Pro 2. You can now export your controller mappings and settings. This way when you want to recall this same configuration again, simply click the Import button from the bottom of the Preferences window and choose that file.
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Mission: The Penobscot River Paddling Trail seeks to establish and maintain a paddling, camping and educational trail down the main stem of the Penobscot River.
Vision and Aspirations:
- Enable exceptional paddling and Leave No Trace camping experiences down the Penobscot River.
- Provide education to paddlers and non-paddlers concerning the ecology, natural history, Wabanaki history and current status, colonial history, industrial history, and present status of the Penobscot River.
- Promote and demonstrate an ethic of watershed conservation.
- Help to connect paddlers to upstream campsites on the West and East Branches of the river, to campsites of the Northern Forest Canoe Trail, and to the saltwater campsites of the Maine Island Trail Association.
- Provide a vehicle for economic growth in the watershed by including commercial outfitters, guides, lodgings, campsites, restaurants and stores in our maps and materials.


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A Review of the Economic Costs of the Conflict in Northern Ireland
We review the existing literature which is pertinent to the study of the economic effects of terrorism in Northern Ireland.
Chapters 2-4 broadly set the scene for the study of terrorism and economic activity in Northern Ireland. Chapter 2 begins by mapping out the chronology of major events relating to the conflict, dating back to the first civil rights march in 1968 and extending forwards to the present. This chronological summary is accompanied by a detailed discussion of the background to the conflict and of the actions of the various participant groups. Chapter 3 then builds upon this ethnographic account by presenting a detailed description of the patterns of violence between 1969 and 2009. The nature, volume and duration of violence are each explored through reference to quantitative data describing different manifestations of the conflict. Chapter 4 alters the perspective to consider the development of the Northern Ireland economy since 1945. A major contribution of this chapter, which is relevant to the empirical analysis which comes later in the report, is to highlight the fact that Northern Ireland was a relatively poor region even prior to the outbreak of violence in the late 1960s.
With the broad context to the study firmly established, Chapters 5 and 6 then follow on to consider the relevant literature on the more direct issue of the economic costs of terrorism. Chapter 5 first discusses the theoretical mechanisms by which terrorist activity might affect economic activity within a region or country, outlining the possible direct and indirect effects of a terrorist campaign. The chapter then goes on to summarise some of the existing studies which Ð in common with the present study Ð seek to apply econometric techniques to estimate the economic effects of terrorist activity. Few of these existing econometric studies cover Northern Ireland. There are, however, a number of existing attempts to quantify the economic costs of the conflict to the Northern Ireland economy; these are both summarised and critically assessed in Chapter 6.


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Simplified Internal arc - Structural simulation
Paper i proceeding, 2011
The impact of pressure rise due to an internal arc (IA) event on the structure of a switchgear cubicle is of great importance for a safe design. Switchgear panels are designed for withstanding an internal arc incident as per the testing conditions defined by IEC 62271-200 standard. This paper reports on a calculation procedure employing computational fluid dynamics (CFD) and structural finite element method (S-FEM). The approach is targeting a reduced numerical complexity, straight forward modelling, and stressing as little assumptions as possible. In the proposed method, time varying electric power is used as input along with other parameters for solving mass, momentum and energy equations by CFD. The peak pressure and rise time delivered by transient CFD simulation is needed to perform structural simulation. The structural calculation is performed using dynamic load factor.


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Currently, the NN logs its edits to each of its edits directories in sequence. This can produce the following bad sequence:
- NN accumulates 100 edits (tx 1-100) in the buffer. Writes and syncs to local drive, then crashes
- Failover occurs. SBN takes over at txid=1, since txid 1 never got writen.
- First NN restarts. It reads up to txid 100 from its local directories. It is now "ahead" of the active NN with inconsistent state.
The solution is to write to the shared edits dir, and sync that, before writing to any local drives.


March 17, 2014
Restoration project shines new light on Paonia church
Earlana Sims, who is leading the effort to restore the Paonia Fellow Christian Church's 100-year-old stained glass windows, looks at one of the windows as she recalls some of her memories of the church. Her mother first took her to a service at the church, then the First Christian Church, when she was 2 weeks old.
One of Paonia's century-old churches is gaining attention lately, both from its congregation members, and from historical preservation entities that could help protect and restore the building for the next 100 years.
Thanks largely to the efforts of Paonia Christian Fellowship member Earlana "Lana" Sims, the church was placed on the Colorado State Register of Historic Properties on Feb. 24.
Glass artist Rick Steckel of Crawford puts the finishing restoration touches on a 100-year-old stained glass window from the Paonia Fellowship Christian Church.
Currently, 27 Delta County properties and sites are on the register, including three other churches: the First Methodist Episcopal Church of Delta, the First Presbyterian Church of Eckert, and the Hotchkiss Methodist Episcopal Church.
Originally established as the First Christian Church, the building, located at the corner of Third and Box Elder, was completed in 1908 and dedicated in March of 1909. The name was changed to Paonia Christian Fellowship in 2002 following a split of the congregation.
The building is an excellent example of Romanesque-style architecture, which was primarily used in religious, civic and commercial buildings, wrote Heather Bailey, State and National Register Historian with the office of Archaeology and Historic Preservation.
The church was built with sandstone quarried from near what is now Mount Jumbo. According to Sims' church history, R.J. Decker and his son, Orange, built the road to the quarry, quarried the stone, hauled it to Paonia and laid the foundation. These sandstone blocks were also used locally in the construction of several other buildings of that period. Stones for the inside walls "were quarried north of Paonia to the east of the old Converse Mine," according to the state application. "Albert Campbell and W.T. Bross hauled much of this."
"My mom brought me to this church when I was two weeks old," said Sims, who is the longest standing congregation member, but not its oldest. Her life history can be traced through the history of the church. Her father was born in 1898, the year the congregation was established, and at one time, her mother was the oldest living member. Earlana and husband Ron were married there in 1958, and their two daughters also were married there. Ron crafted the oak cross hanging above the sanctuary. "Two of my grandmothers, their funerals were here. Yeah, we have quite a history with the church," said Earlana, who also penned the church's history, from its first congregational meeting in 1898, to the building's 100th anniversary in 2008.
Kathy Steckel points to a broken piece of stained glass and demonstrates how the lead soldering is disintegrating due to 100 years of exposure to the elements and the pane's own weight. The adjacent window has already undergone restoration.
But more than 100 years of use and exposure to the elements have taken their toll on the building, leaving its foundation and other features in need of repair.
Church members recently discovered several cracks and bows in the church's many signature stained glass windows, caused by more than a century of harsh weather and temperature fluctuations (plus a few well-aimed rocks and BBs). A congregation member suggested that Sims apply for selection to the state Register of Historic Properties, which would qualify the building for state preservation funding. Those funds come from a portion of the state's gaming tax revenues. The application was timely, since after this year, all of the state's preservation funds for the next three years will be earmarked for restoration of the state Capitol.
Feeling a sense of urgency, Sims also began fundraising efforts to repair the windows. Thanks to donations by community and church members, including a generous anonymous contribution, she was able to begin having the windows restored.
Despite an extensive documented history of the church and its construction, there is no record of who made the stained glass windows. "I'd like to do a little more research," said glass artist Rick Steckel of K Dahl Glass in Crawford. Steckel and his wife, Kathy, were chosen for the restoration project. "The fact that they were able to
Each pane is first given a water bath to remove grime and prevent dust from escaping the disintegrating lead solder. Some of the pieces were so dirty that the Steckels weren't certain what colors they were until they cleaned them. Much of that grime was remnants of a time when the church was heated by a coal stove.
make curves like this and make everything fit together is pretty remarkable."
The process of making stained glass windows hasn't changed much in the last 500 or so years, explained Rick while he and Kathy were busy putting the finishing touches on one of the panes at their shop near Crawford. The biggest change has probably been in the quality of the tools, and in safety. "They didn't have a lot of the fancy grinders and things, so most of the cuts they made were by hand," he said, pointing to the flowing lines of a flower.
The Steckels have identified 57 panes in need of restoration. Most of the frames are about 28 by 30 inches, and many are part of a two-frame set, a top and bottom panel that appears as one window when installed.
The brunt of the repair work lies in replacing all of the lead solder that frames each piece.
"After 100 years it gets old and crisp, especially the outside lead," which frames the entire window and gives it strength, said Rick, crumbling a strip of solder in his fingers. "There's no way that that's going to give any support to the glass at all." It's the same with almost every window they have inspected.
Moisture gets into the joints and expands and contracts with the changes in temperature, causing the pieces to shift, Rick explained. "So the entire window is moving almost all of the time." Considering that "they're very, very solid windows. They've been there for 100 years or more, and so gradually, they're going to bow and sag and that's going to cause the pieces to crack."
People passing by the Paonia Christian Fellowship Church are likely to notice that some of the church's 100-year-old stained glass windows are missing. Rick and Kathy Steckel of K Dahl Glass in Crawford are meticulously restoring each of the panes.
The company that made the original stained glass, the Paul Wissmach Glass Manufacturers of West Virginia, is still making pressed glass and was able to match the century-old colors and patterns.
Replacing glass doesn't harm the historical integrity of the pieces, since that particular glass is still being made, said Rick. If the glass were custom-made or had original art work, then priority would be set on preserving each piece of glass.
Where possible, the broken pieces will be repaired with an epoxy and will show up only as a crack in the glass.
The Steckels began the project in December, starting with the symbolic Cross and the Crown, which was bowed and needed to be straightened, but was otherwise in good shape. That window has already been re-installed on the southwest corner of the church.
Upon arrival at K Dahl, individual pieces of glass are numbered, and a "rubbing" of the window is made. This rubbing provides a pattern for where each piece of glass belongs and how tightly each should fit and still fitting back into the original frame. They also photograph each window after it is repaired. The photo, along with the rubbing, creates an archival document, said Kathy Steckel, a 35-year veteran of glass arts.
The entire frame is then bathed in water and gently scrubbed with a soft brush to reveal the true colors of the glass. (The Cross and the Crown was so dirty, they couldn't tell what colors it was, even with sunlight shining through.) This process dampens the lead solder, making it easier and safer to work with, and loosens the original grout.
To prevent future structural damage, zinc solder will be used instead of lead in key places, since it is stronger and can add more support to the window. Where necessary, structural reinforcement bars will be added to the back sides of the windows to prevent bowing and sagging. From inside the church, the bars will appear only as shadows.
The hardest pieces of glass to replace are at the centers of the frames, "where you have to dismantle to the center to get the middle piece," said Rick, describing the process as putting together a puzzle in reverse. "It would probably be less work to build a new window, but then, of course, you have a new window instead of these, and these are great."
Once the framework is complete and broken glass replaced or repaired, the joints are thoroughly grouted. The idea, said Rick, is to produce a waterproof grout that will expand and contract. The grout they mix, "kind of a cross between a slurry and a putty," helps stabilize the entire window and keeps the water out of the joints. "If you could seal the moisture out, there would be very, very little deterioration at all," said Rick.
"The whole idea here is to make it last as long as possible," said Rick. "I feel pretty confident that when these go back in, barring BBs and rocks, they're going to last


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Day of Mourning
Why is April 28th a Day of Mourning?
Every year on April 28, people across the country gather to light candles and wear ribbons as they pay their respects and remember the thousands of men and women who have been killed, injured, or suffered illness as a result of work-related incidents. We also honour the families, coworkers, and friends whose lives have been significantly impacted by these tragedies. April 28th was chosen to reflect the anniversary of the day Ontario passed the Workers' Compensation Act in 1914.
How do unions improve workplace health and safety?
Unions stand up for the health and safety of everyone who works for a living. We work with employers to improve working conditions. Unions work with governments to improve workplace health and safety standards and pass laws to punish employers who put lives at risk for their own gain. We can't bring back those who have died, but we are working hard to make workplaces safer for today. By working together – with employers, unions, workers, and our health and safety partners, we can work towards every worker returning home at the end of the day safe and sound.
UFCW Canada encourages every worker to make workplace health and safety a personal priority and help spread the word that workers have the right to refuse unsafe work.
On April 28, let us remember those who have been injured or killed on the job, and keep them in our thoughts. Let us honour the memory of those killed or injured on the job, and never forget the importance of our commitment to keep workers safe.
To commemorate the National Day of Mourning, UFCW Canada has developed a Day of Mourning poster available for download in both English and French. See below the article image for different formats.


Can Dogs Survive in the Wild on Their Own (Better Off)?
can dogs survive in the wild
When my wife and I travel abroad, and in particular to places in the south Mediterranean, we are always shocked by the number of stray dogs we see. If I think of my own dog, I can't imagine him being able to survive in the wild… but these foreign dogs survive on their own – or at least it appears they do.
Those dogs probably get a lot of help from tourists with snacks from the restaurant tables so might not be an accurate representation of whether dogs can survive in the wild… so what is the truth? Can dogs survive on their own and live in the wild and be better off?
Can dogs survive in the wild? Some dogs can survive on their own in the wild, and even thrive and be better off in the wild. However, this won't always be the case. Survival in the wild will depend on the dog's size, condition, sociability and prey drive.
That's a broad answer, so please continue for an overview of documented examples of dogs living in the wild, and what factors go into making it a success.
Can dogs survive on their own in the wild and be better off?
When you think about it, there are some very well-documented canine communities that have either escaped from or been abandoned by humans. The most notable is the so-called 'Dogs of Chernobyl'. Their owners were not permitted to take their pets when they were forced to flee after the nuclear explosion in 1986.
Despite attempts to euthanize the dogs, several of these dogs survived in the wild woods of the exclusion zone, even during the harsh Ukrainian winters. Although it is many canine generations later, the dogs still suffer the effects of the radioactive fallout and have a limited lifespan.
There are currently efforts to shelter, feed and sterilize those that live near human settlements, such as the guard huts.
Other examples of dogs that survive in the wild are Australian cattle dogs and Pyrenean mountain dogs. They will routinely spend months alone, protecting livestock in areas that are not conducive to human survival.
If you are planning to live with your dog in the wild, attributes such as loyalty, watchfulness and a protective instinct come into play. Strength and endurance are important if you plan to harness the dogs for chores such as transport.
Dogs that have been inbred for highly specialized purposes, for example, 'looking good on Instagram', may not make it, on their own, past lunch on day 2.
Survival hierarchy of needs for dogs living in the wild
According to Maslow's hierarchy of needs, basic requirements for human survival include food, water and shelter. Thereafter, we need security and a social structure.
If we extrapolate this model for canine survival, we can reasonably dispense with ego and self-actualisation needs. An exception may be made for that quadruped piranha, otherwise known as a Chihuahua.
Can dogs survive on their own
For a dog to survive in the wild, he will have to know how to hunt and find water.
The first need would be for water. Dogs are not as fussy as humans when it comes to drinking water so they will probably pass this hurdle. They may have digestive issues for a while but they will soon adapt.
Secondly, they will need food. For most dogs not living in the wild, this would be at 8 am and 4 pm every day. However, left to their own devices they will snack on anything, in between times.
Dogs are fortunate in that they are omnivores and their digestive systems will cope with eating proteins, fat, bones and starches. Many dogs do not even care how old their food is.
When dogs live in the wild, they will no doubt need to develop hunting skills in order to survive in the long run. Individual small dogs like terriers and Beagles need less food and will be able to follow small mammals into their burrows. They could also be agile enough to catch birds.
Hunting dogs, such as pointers, setters and beagles have an elevated prey drive and are relentless in tracking down small mammals and birds. Retrievers, Spaniels and Newfoundlands would have an advantage in the wetlands, and might even be successful at catching fish.
The social structure becomes important for slower, larger breeds, such as rottweilers and mastiffs as they will need to hunt in packs.
Canine species in the wild, such as jackals and wild dogs, do eat carrion, but they invariably need to compete with other animals to secure sufficient quantities. Individual dogs would not be able to live in the wild and survive as successfully as they won't can't compete as effectively.
Shelter is a concern for most domesticated dogs. However, in the wild, dogs who live outside will grow and shed hair in accordance with the changes in temperature. In extreme hot or cold climates, respectively, the Mexican Hairless and the Malamute would have an advantage.
In most other climates, even short-haired breeds will survive, with the help of their friends.
Although there is a dominance hierarchy and 'survival of the fittest' that comes into play, within the pack, the collective will take care of its members. For example, nursing mothers will be protected, and the very young fed by older siblings.
Research has shown that rather than breeding indiscriminately, the way street dogs do, packs of wild dogs have fewer offspring. Among African wild dogs, the most efficient hunting mammals on that continent, it is usually the alpha male and female that mate, thereby preserving the dominant genes most likely to lead to the survival of the pack.
Even domesticated dogs have a highly developed sense of smell and this will serve them well in identifying friend, foe and food in the wild. Dogs also have more pigment in their irises so can withstand bright light for longer than their human counterparts.
Photos of packs of feral dogs show a prevalence of medium to large, cross bred dogs, with short hair. Most are lean but not too muscular. Small dogs routinely punch above their weight and don't seem to survive when humans are not around to keep larger dogs in check.
After successive seasons, the pack would take on a uniform colour coat, suitable for adapting to the region. For example, in warmer areas, such as the desert, dogs tend to have lighter coloured coats. One could term them sandy-haired.
What dog breeds are likely to survive in the wild?
Among the small breeds, the Jack Russell and Cairn Terriers stand the best chances of survival. JRTs are energetic little dogs, bred to be rat catchers and to enter burrows in pursuit if their prey. Cairn Terriers are hardy wire-haired, Scottish dogs that seem to thrive in all weather conditions.
Spaniels and Beagles are slightly larger breeds. Beagles have a bad rap in that they are reportedly slower and do not match the intelligence of other hunting dogs. But they are dogged in pursuing their prey (their big ears help).
Spaniels have the same reputation but are better suited to the water.
The best mid-range dogs are collies, retrievers and heelers or cattle dogs. They bring all the attributes of the aforementioned breeds to the hunting party but have more bulk. The retrievers will sparkle in water.
For protection of the pack, and backup in a hunt, Doberman Pinschers are lithe, fast and aggressive. Rottweilers would make into the pack by virtue of their appearance, and any of the Pitbull types gain a place because of their reputation. These are both strong, powerful dogs with attitudes that do not invite opposition.
In the snow, Alaskan Malamutes have the intelligence, the work ethic and the strength required for long term survival. The large breeds, such as Pyrenean Mountain Dogs, St Bernards and Newfoundlands are all immensely powerful dogs with glowing reputations as working, carting and guard dogs.
The St Bernard, due to its record of Alpine rescues, has the honour of being the national dog of Switzerland.
Regional dogs, such as the Boerboel and the Rhodesian Ridgeback would be high on the list of survivors in the Southern African region. The Thai also have a Ridgeback, and in Indochina, you will find a formidable breed of domesticated dingo which would easily revert to being free range. The Irish Wolfhound would no doubt love to join its namesake in the wild.
Do dogs live longer in the wild?
Whilst there is no research to prove whether dogs live longer in the wild, the best assumption would be no, they do not. If you think of the risks such as illness with no vets, food sources, water, traffic, fights, and other potential predators, they life expectancy of a wild dog will be lower.
Can I release my dog into the wild?
Of course you can release your dog into the wild, but whether they will survive or not is another matter. Most dogs who have been domesticated will struggle to adapt when released into the wild.
As well as the ethics of releasing a dog into the wild, there are laws too.
For example, in the UK when you release a dog into the wild you are contravening the Wildlife and Countryside Act of 1981. Section 14 of the act prohibits releasing dogs into the wild as a non-native animal.
After rats and cats, feral dogs have become the world's third largest human-introduced threat to wildlife. They are responsible for the extinction of almost a dozen species of birds and mammals, and are thought to be a threat to another 200 species, some of which are on the endangered list.
Releasing a dog into the wild is both


Black Spots On Cats Gums
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Black pigment can be normal on the nose, lips, and gum tissue. When lentigo first appears in cats, it often pops up on the lips as tiny dots, before spreading to the eyelids, gums, and nose.
Im at my happiest when I can convince her to cuddle with
Small black spots that appear often appear on red cats lips or nose that can be up to 9 mm in diameter.
Black spots on cats gums. You will notice that the black spots develop on the upper parts of the dog's skin. Ginger and tortie cats often have black staining on mouth and gums, which is quite harmless. This pigmentation is especially common in orange tabby cats.
If this is the case and other are no other symptoms, you have nothing to worry about. Black spots on the gums in association with periodontal disease generally indicate that the teeth, roots of the teeth, or even the gums themselves are decaying. For more information on cancer as a possible cause of black gums in your older cat, you can contact dr.
Ideal cat gum color "when it comes to your cat's gums, the key is to think pink!" begins dr. This is only a concern if the color of the gums has changed suddenly. This is a harmless condition known as lentigo, and is perfectly normal.
Personally i'd get your cats to the vet for a quick check up. They cause the cats no harm; The darkness on the gums is just freckles.
Is your cat a tortoiseshell, orange tabby, flame point or calico? Any cat that has the genes for red coloring frequently develops black "freckles". As the cat ages, more black pigment is deposited many times around or inside the mouth, eyes and ea.
As the cat ages, the spots will become more widespread and may grow larger. Often, a small cluster of spots will grow together to form a large patch of pigment. Hi again, and you're most welcome;
What diseases can affect the gums? Anecdotal evidence suggests that black tongue most likely is the result. Cat world explains that black spots that appear in a cat's mouth are caused by an increase in the number of melanocytes, or pigment producing cells.
If your cat's gums have recently turned black it probably has an infection, like gum disease or something. Have your cat examined by a veterinarian if these spots are a new finding or other symptoms appear. It is my pleasure to be of help to you and your kitty!
Your cat's gums should also not appear to be swollen. These are benign changes and cosmetic only. A number of people who keep cats are concerned that their cat has black gums.
Here is a veterinarian's guide for gum color in cats. A cats gums are supposed to be a pinkish red color. Unfortunately, unlike lentigo, black spots on the gums that signify periodontal disease are a serious sign that your cat's health is at risk.
Gum disease can affect cats of all stripes. While some cats may have been born with a few black spots on the gums here and there, if a cat's gums are mostly black or brown and are accompanied with bad breath, Flat, black spots can occur on the gums, especially in orange of silver cats.
A healthy cat will have firm pink gums, not an angry red, white, and/or black or brown color. Black tongue in cats can happen with injury, but it is more likely a result of an immune dysfunction which can be caused by yeast overgrowth or more serious infections. All my cats had small black bits around.
Alternatively you can have a quick chat with a vet online now, which is both a cost and time savings. Cats taken from the street often suffer from vitamin deficiencies, and the owners may not immediately understand what is the cause of lethargy and sleepiness of the pet. And part of the roof of his mouth is black too following a similar sort of pattern.
Pellagra in cats is manifested by points on the mucous membranes of the mouth, sometimes by the spots on the tongue, nose and ears. Gum disease, also known as gingivitis, is chronic inflammation of the gums that worsens over time and occurs where the tooth and gum come together, says dr. A few years back my abbie had small black spots around her mouth and was diagnosed with feline acne.
Called age spots, aging can also lead to black spots on the body of your dog. Some cats develop changes throughout their lives which can be completely normal, one of those is ginger cats who develop black spots on their gums and nose. The dog will secret melanin when exposed to the sun for long periods to protect its skin.
Black spots on dog's gums can also mean something is going on with your dog's health, which should be discussed with your vet soon. The ill cat has black dots on tongue. The color of a cat's gums can tell a lot about your pet's health.
Burmeselinda new cat chatter posts: Lentigo is an asymptomatic condition characterized by one (lentigo) or more (lentigines) flat macule(s) on the gums or lips or patch(es) of black skin. A common explanation for black gums in cats is lentigo simplex.
Jules benson, bvsc, and vp of veterinary services at petplan pet insurance. Black gums on a black cat aren't anything to worry about, but any gum changes should be reported to your veterinarian right away. If your cat has black spots on his gums he will mostly like be a ginger cat and will have the condition known as 'orange cat lentigo'.
This is a harmless condition, most commonly associated with older, orange felines. Take it to the vet right away. For some reason, orange cats are also prone to developing harmless freckles (known as lentigo simplex) on their noses, lips, gums and inside their mouths.
The literature does suggest the direct cause of black tongue by a specific agent like an injury or burn; Other causes of pigmentation can be secondary to bleeding/bruising, wounds, burns, and oral masses.
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New Penguin Habitat at Aquarium of the Pacific Powered by Clean Energy from Honda Solar Panels
American Honda Motor Co., Inc., founding sponsor of the nonprofit Aquarium of the Pacific in Long Beach, California, is providing Honda solar cell technology to help power the Aquarium's new June Keyes Penguin Habitat. The 11-kilowatt system provides a reliable supply of clean energy that is expected to reduce the Aquarium's reliance on grid-supplied electricity by more than 14,000 kilowatt hours per year. The new June Keyes Penguin Habitat opened to the public May 17, 2012.
This is the first public demonstration of Honda's solar panels in the United States. Honda currently has thin film solar panels installed in 22 Honda facilities worldwide including the company's motorsports engineering facility in Santa Clarita, Calif. and an auto manufacturing plant in Indiana. Honda's longstanding relationship with the Aquarium prompted this public debut. Since 1998, Honda has assisted with the Aquarium's important efforts for marine conversation, education and community outreach programs.
"Deploying Honda solar cell technology in the new penguin habitat is a great expression of our company's focus on advanced environmental technology, as well as environmental education and conservation. It's really a perfect match," said Stephan Morikawa, assistant vice president, Corporate Community Relations, American Honda Motor Co., Inc. "We are honored to support the Aquarium's mission in this way."
Honda CIGS thin-film solar panels use a thin-film compound of copper, indium, gallium and selenium (CIGS) that require less raw material, energy and related CO2 emissions to manufacture than conventional crystal silicon solar cells. CIGS panels are substantially thinner than traditional solar panels and enable stable power generation even when the cells are in the shade. The panels are manufactured and marketed by Honda Soltec, a wholly owned subsidiary of Honda Motor Co., Ltd.
The June Keyes Penguin Habitat, a permanent new exhibit at the Aquarium, houses Magellanic penguins typically found near the southern tip of South America. Today, environmental issues are threatening their survival in the wild. The habitat includes educational exhibit panels and interactive touch screens where visitors can learn about penguins and why 75 percent of them are endangered or threatened.
"Some of our penguins were rescued and by telling their story we hope people will help penguins in the wild by decreasing their carbon emissions, choosing sustainable seafood, reducing pollution, and protecting areas where these penguins breed and forage," said Dr. Jerry R. Schubel, Aquarium of the Pacific president.
Honda Environmental Vision
Striving to achieve the Honda Environmental Vision of "realizing the joy and freedom of mobility and a sustainable society where people can enjoy life," in 2011 Honda established new voluntary targets for the reduction of CO2 emissions from its products, factories and office operations globally in order to address the critical issues of climate change and energy sustainability. At the same time, Honda introduced a global environmental slogan, "Blue Skies for Our Children," that draws directly from Honda's environmental heritage.
Based on this vision, Honda is deploying a comprehensive portfolio of advanced engine and powertrain technologies that includes more fuel-efficient gasoline-powered automobiles, powersports and power equipment products, as well as advanced gas-electric hybrid, battery electric and fuel cell electric automobiles. Honda is also working to develop advanced energy production and distribution technologies, such as solar cells, electricity and heat co-generation systems, and more efficient means of producing renewable biofuels.
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What is the Probability of Profit (POP)?
It is the chance of making at least $0.01 on a trade
The Probability of Profit, or more commonly referred to as POP, is the theoretical probability of your equity/etf position(s) making at least $0.01 on a trade. POP uses a set of variables such as position type, whether you are long or short, time, and volatility (for the distribution curve).
What is the Equity Probability of Profit (ePoP)?
It is the chance that your portfolio's equity/ETF positions make at least $0.01.
The Equity Probability of Profit (ePoP) is the theoretical probability of profit of your portfolio's equity/ETF positions (stock & options) making at least $0.01. ePoP does not apply to futures or futures options positions.
Where can I view POP or ePoP?
Profit Probability displays two different ways–a per position level or portfolio level
POP displays during order entry in the trade details area. Additionally, after you open the position, you may view PoP in the Positions tab by adding the POP column.
You can view your Equity PoP, or ePoP, by adding the column to your Account Header Details on the desktop platform. Additionally, ePoP displays to the left of the Account drop-down menu at the top of the web-browser platform.
How do you calculate POP & ePoP?
The POP algorithm has two different modes behind the calculation
Currently, PoP graph view is only available on the web-browser platform. We plan on extending this feature to the desktop platform with future updates. That said, both calculation methods use the portfolio's beta-weighted symbol. By default, the platform beta-weights to SPY. To learn how to change your portfolio's beta-weighted symbol, please click here.
Single Underlying (POP)
When viewing the POP of a single underlying, POP bases it on a simple P/L graph of the underlying. The example below illustrates a single iron condor. Furthermore, a distribution curve based on the portfolio's beta weight is applied (default is SPY). That means if you have a position with a 7-days-to-expiration (DTE) option and a 21 DTE option, then the POP calculation will use the 21 DTE distribution curve (or the volatility index) of the portfolio's beta-weighted symbol. As a result, the total area under the distribution curve when profit goes to 0 equals 1 (shaded yellow) The beta-weighted area in the distribution curve where the position generates a profit (shaded green) is subtracted from 1, thus producing the POP.
Multiple Underlyings (ePoP)
When viewing portfolio ePoP of a portfolio, a single P/L graph of the portfolio generates based on the portfolio's beta-weighted symbol (default is SPY). Similar to the way a single underlying P/L graph generates, the total area under the distribution curve (or volatility index) when profit goes to 0 equals 1 (shaded yellow). The beta-weighted area in the distribution curve where the portfolio generates a profit (shaded green) is subtracted from 1, thus producing the ePoP.


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Belgica De Weerd Belga Biovit 1000ml
Belga Biovit is ideal during the moulting and breeding period. It contains the most essential nutrients (including liquid minerals and trace elements) in the correct proportions for optimal growth of new feathers. Belga Biovit makes the feathers smooth, shiny and silky.
During the breeding and moulting period: 10 ml Belga Biovit in 2 litres of water, two to three times a week.


Nom Photos
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Members of the National Puzzlers' League have puzzle pseudonyms, aka "noms". The NPL Web site features a page of nom photos.
Here are instructions on how to post nom photos, should you be moved to do it yourself. You will need to log into the wiki, which requires a password, which you can get from treasurer(at)puzzlers(dot)org.
Before you start, you should reduce the size of the photo file you're uploading, so as to avoid overloading the server. So as to fit on the page, the width of the photo will be set to 320 pixels (landscape) or 240 pixels (portrait). Anything bigger is a waste.
 1. Go to the nom photos page. Click on Edit this Page.
 2. Click on the image icon, above the editing field. (The icon is directly to the left of the smiley face.) A new window opens.
 3. On the navigation pane on the left of the new window, expand krewe, by clicking on the + sign to its left. Then click on noms. That will get you to the right place. If you succeeded, the words :krewe:noms should appear at the top of the window.
 4. Click on Choose File. Find and select the image file in your computer. Enter "nom.jpg" for Upload as. (Use the actual nom -- no quotation marks. Make it all lower-case. If that filename already exists, make it "nom-2.jpg, or something else to distinguish it.)
 5. Click Upload. The image should appear in its alphabetical order position on the list below.
 6. The first line should start with ||, end with ||, and have a || near the middle. (This tells the wiki to have two cells in a table, with the || indicating the vertical lines.) If the right-hand cell does not have an image in it, skip to step 8 to put your own image in it.
 7. If the first line's right hand cell already has an image in it, copy the first line, and paste it at the very top of the page, making this the new first line.
 8. Add the nom references, or change the nom references in the pasted line to the nom in the photo you're uploading -- each nom appears twice. The first mention needs to match exactly the name of the image file you have uploaded, presumably "nom.jpg" or something close. Also enter the location where the photo was taken (if you know it), following the pattern of other photos where the location was indicated. Use 320 for landscape, 240 for portrait.
 9. Go back to the edit window, and click Save. Hopefully, the image is there!
If doing this is too much of a hassle, or if you need help, e-mail me. But really, it's easier than it seems, especially if you compare with solving an Uc rebus.


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Is Rio Dipladenia a perennial?
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Similarly, you may ask, do Dipladenia come back every year?
Dipladenia is the former name of the plant, with most cultivars now properly labeled and sold as mandevilla vines. They can survive in USDA zone 8, although they may die back each year and grow as shorter plants. Proper winter care ensures that the dipladenia will survive to bloom again each summer.
Similarly, how do you take care of a Dipladenia in Rio? Water the plant frequently in the summer but let the top few inches of the soil dry out before watering anew. The plant can go in the ground in warmer areas or stay in a pot. Bright but indirect sun is a requirement for growing a dipladenia plant. The best flowers are formed in a well lit area.
Furthermore, how do you take care of a Dipladenia in the winter?
Spread 2 or 3 inches of mulch, such as leaves or straw, over top of the roots to protect them during the cold months. The dipladenia will sprout back in spring. This method of winter care only works in USDA plant hardiness zone 8. In cooler zones, dipladenias must be brought indoors for winter.
How do I make my Dipladenia bloom?
Getting a Mandevilla Plant to Bloom Use a teaspoon of Epsom salts dissolved in water once every two weeks for a month. The salt content will build up in the soil if you try this for any longer. The magnesium in the Epsom salts should get it flowering again.


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The term duration refers to the length of time over which the subjective effects of a psychoactive compound manifest themselves. This can be further broken down into (1) total duration (2) onset (3) come up (4) peak (5) offset and (6) after effects. Depending upon the substance consumed, each of these occurs in a separate and continuous fashion.
These are listed and described as follows:
The total duration of a substance can be defined as the amount of time it takes for the effects of a substance to completely wear off into sobriety, starting from the moment the substance is first administered.
The onset phase can be defined as the period until the very first changes in perception (i.e. "first alerts") are able to be detected.
The "come up" phase can be defined as the period between the first noticeable changes in perception and the point of highest subjective intensity. This is colloquially known as "coming up."
The peak phase can be defined as period of time in which the intensity of the substance's effects are at its height.
The offset phase can be defined as the amount of time in between the conclusion of the peak and shifting into a sober state. This is colloquially referred to as "coming down."
The after effects can be defined as any residual effects which may remain after the experience has reached its conclusion. This is colloquially known as a "hangover" or an "afterglow" depending on the substance and usage. It should be noted that the after effects of the substances listed on this site are not included as part of the total duration.


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The Family Kit includes:
- Freein13 Journal
- Freein13 Parent Manual
- Freein13 Mentor Manual
Family Kit Description
The parent manual provides direction and hope to parents helping their child overcome pornography use. This educational guide includes:
- Understanding how a child is exposed to pornography
- The process of how someone becomes trapped in a cycle of use
- Behavior changes needed to free their child
- Directions on how to support the child in their goals
Armed with this understanding, the parent can support their chosen Mentor as he/she guides the child through the program.
The Participant Journal provides two pages per day for the participant to record thoughts and complete a checklist of daily activities and metrics such as hours spent on gaming, social media, etc.
A instructional guide for the mentor to lead the participant through the 13 lessons. It provides information on the skills needed to develop a relationship with the participant by building rapport, maintaining accountability, and providing continual encouragement.
Manuals arrive in standard USPS packaging
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Giant Water Scavenger Beetle
|Geographical Range||North America|
|Scientific Name||Hydrophilus triangularis|
|Conservation Status||Not listed by IUCN|
The name says it all. This large beetle lives in water, where it scavenges vegetation and insect parts. The insect can store a supply of air within its silvery belly, much like a deep-sea diver stores air in a tank.


XDV Tutorial
XDV Tutorial
XDV Tutorial
According to XDV documentation (at XDV documentation: _URL_ XDV is "a way to apply a style/theme contained in a static HTML web page (usually with related CSS, JavaScript and image resources) to a dynamic website created using any server-side technology."
This tutorial will show how XDV can be implemented on your Plone site with the assistance of Internet Information Services (IIS) and Enfold Proxy. See also: XDV Reference and Using EP with XDV Themes for more advanced configurations.
Theme Setup
Here is a summary of the necessary steps:
 1. Create a directory on the Windows file system that will contain your XDV files. This can go underneath the root directory of one of your IIS websites or be entirely separate from it.
 2. Add some test XDV configuration files to this directory.
 3. With IIS configure a Virtual Directory which points to the directory with your XDV files.
 4. Open Enfold Proxy and select the proxy definition which will be themed with your XDV files.
 5. Go to the Excludes tab for this proxy definition and type the name of your IIS virtual directory in the Excludes regex field.
 6. Manually edit the eep.ini file (the EP configuration file found inside the Enfold Proxy install directory). You will add special instructions for the proxy definition which will use XDV.
 7. Test the web page in the browser to make sure the page uses the XDV theme.
Create a directory & add some XDV files
First we need to configure IIS to serve static resources for our XDV theme. This directory will contain our theme and its associated static resources, e.g., C:\xdv-theme and C:\xdv-theme\static respectively.
Create three empty files to get started: C:\xdv-theme\rules.xml, C:\xdv-theme\theme.html, and C:\xdv-theme\static\styles.css.
Configure a Virtual Directory in IIS
(These instructions are specific to IIS 6. The instructions are slightly different in IIS 7).
Suppose we want Default Web Site to be the site using XDV.
Launch the IIS Manager, right-click Default Web Site, and click:
New -> Virtual Directory
You will see the virtual directory creation wizard. Click the next button.
Select an alias, (such as "static") and click the next button.
At this point you will need to browse to the directory corresponding to where you put the XDV files (in our case, C:\xdv-theme\static. Click Next and then finish.
Configure your EP Proxy Definition to work with XDV
Launch the Enfold Proxy configuration utility and select the proxy definition/IIS site that you wish to theme. Select Excludes. You can either select All in the Auto-excludes field or type the name of the alias you used (in this case, static) into the Excludes regex field. Click Save and exit Enfold Proxy configuration tool.
Now in your browser, you should able see the CSS file from the static folder:
Manually edit the eep.ini file with references to your XDV files
Now we're ready to create an XDV theme. Open up the C:\Program Files\Enfold Proxy\eep.ini file in your favorite text editor. At the end of file, add following text:
[xdv default]
rules = C:\xdv-theme\rules.xml
theme = C:\xdv-theme\theme.html
You can also add these lines to enable more verbose logging. This is helpful for debugging problems with your XDV theme. But don't forget to turn verbose logging off.:
level = DEBUG
Now find your proxy definition and add these lines. For example:
[host default]
themes = default
xslt_enabled = true
(In this case, the proxy definition being referenced here
Create the Theme HTML and Rules Files
Open the C:\xdv-theme\theme.html file in your favorite text editor, and modify it to look like:
 XDV Example
 The simplest possible example of an XDV transform.
 This body text will be replaced.
Open the C:\xdv-theme\rules.xml file in your favorite text editor, and modify it to look like:

Believe it or not, that's a complete (but very basic) Plone theme using XDV. We now have an HTML file which serves as the base of our design, as well as a rules file that does the transform.
Test that Everything Works
Point your browser to http://localhost/. Admire your beautiful, unstyled HTML page. It should look like this
Not particularly visually exciting, is it? But what you have just set up is a very powerful way to theme Plone sites that makes it possible to use any pre-existing design with a Plone back-end. The reason that this is exciting is that you're using your own HTML and CSS, not modifying Plone's HTML and CSS.
How it Works
A high-level overview of what is going on in XDV.
The way XDV works is simple, but since it might take a little adjustment of the mental model that you're used to if you have done theming in Plone (or any other system), it's worth an explanation:
The main difference is that you're not touching the templates and HTML from Plone itself at all. Instead, you create the layout and design you want in standalone HTML and CSS files and map parts of the content that comes out of Plone into your existing HTML.
This means that you can create as complex (or simple!) designs as you want, and let Plone supply the content.
This also means that you can write your own from-scratch HTML and CSS, but also map various Plone elements to wherever you want in your own design. Plone knows nothing about what happens "on the way out", it just renders a page as it usually does.
A more visual way to look at it, here you can see how the Plone output is mapped into a totally different template and design:
This makes for a much more robust approach to theming, because as long as Plone keeps its HTML classes and IDs the same from one version to the next, your theme will automatically work even in a new version of Plone. And if it has changed, it's a relatively simple operation to update the theme - just locate the new name, and replace it in the rule file.
The Rule File
Central to the way that content makes its way from your Plone site into your theme is the rule file. Let's look at your simple rule file again:

Ignoring the preamble and the comment, there's one single instruction here:
So what does it do?
 1. It looks at the Plone side of things ("content"), and locates the part of the HTML that has id="content".
 2. It then replaces the part of your theme's HTML that has id="my-content-area" with the content it got from Plone.
The syntax (inside the content and theme attributes) can be a bit intimidating - luckily we have great tools to make it very easy to get this right. The syntax is called XPath, and is a standard for addressing nodes in the DOM, and it's also directly supported in Firebug. A full treatment of how Firebug works is out of scope for this tutorial, but the Firebug online documentation should explain how to install it and use it in Firefox.
The screenshot below illustrates what you see when you open Firebug when looking at Plone source code. Locate the content area as shown below, and right-click the node:
As you can see, there's a way to copy any HTML node, and get its XPath expression. When you paste what's now on your clipboard, you will see:
That is the XPath expression that uniquely identifies that part of the page. You probably recognize this from our original rules.xml file. That's the node that you're looking for in the Plone source, and you use the same approach to find the node you want to replace in your theme.html file.
You don't have to teach yourself XPath - just arm yourself with Firebug, and make use of its built-in support for these expressions.
XDV Rules overview
Four rules are all you need to theme a site. Luckily, what goes in a rule file is simple - there are only four types of rules, and they are easy to understand.
The rules are:
 1. replace
 2. append/prepend
 3. copy
 4. drop
Replaces an element in the theme with content from the site.
Real-world examples:
A useful thing to do is to carry over the and tags from Plone, so the theme will have the right page titles and work correctly when you do operations on folders:
The XPath expressions are actually pretty straightforward when you know exactly where the elements are. You'll get used to the most common variations after using Fire


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We present here our studies concerning the variation of refractive index with the optical gap in amorphous silicon prepared by glow discharge decomposition of silane. The study has been carried out in the light of the models of Penn, Wemple-Didomenico, Ravindra et al., Moss and Bahl-Bhagat. It is essentially seen that the model of Bahl-Bhagat is good enough to explain the relative shifts in the refractive indices in terms of the changes in the gaps on introduction of hydrogen into amorphous silicon. However, because of weaknesses associated with the fitting parameters, we propose here an alternate model which explains fairly well the dependence of the index of refraction on the optical gap. Furthermore, to explain the gradient of the refractive index vs optical gap plots, we see that a simple model like that of Moss would suffice. This is all the more interesting by virtue of the fact that the Moss formula is basically representative of the atomic picture. Of course, the constant depends on conditions during formation of the sample. Under some limiting conditions, the Bahl-Bhagat relation is shown to reduce to the linear form like that of Ravindra et al. We also attempt to analyse qualitatively the dependence of dispersion energy and the average excitation energy on temperature in the light of the Wemple-Didomenico model. The present study has been carried out for samples prepared by glow discharge at different substrate temperatures and with different hydrogen concentrations.
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Definition of Klumpke palsy
Klumpke palsy: A form of brachial plexus palsy in which there is paralysis of the muscles of the forearm and hand due to an injury to the roots of eigth cervical and first thoracic roots or the lower part of the brachial plexus, a network of spinal nerves that originates in the back of the neck, extends through the axilla (armpit), and gives rise to nerves to the upper limb. The brachial plexus is formed by the union of portions of the fifth through eighth cervical nerves and the first thoracic nerve, all of which come from the spinal cord.
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What is an eco friendly alternative to jet fuel?
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 As part of NASA's Alternative Aviation Fuel Experiment II (AAFEX II), a chicken fat-based jet fuel was tested. The fuel, called Hydrotreated Renewable Jet Fuel, was to be used as fuel in a NASA DC-8 aircraft. Hydrotreated Renewable Jet Fuel was not developed by NASA, however; it has been used successfully in various other aircraft, including by an F-16CM Fighting Falcon, one of which recently used a 50/50 mixture of regular jet fuel and the biofuel.
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The Best Alternative For Tampons When Swimming on Your Period
It's summertime! You might be planning to hit the beach or the swimming pool soon but what if Aunt Flo suddenly makes a visit?
Swimming during your period might make you queasy and worried. What if you leak in the pool? What if you leak on your new white bathing suit? What if you shouldn't swim during your period?
Relax, it's safe! You can swim during your period! Contrary to popular belief, swimming doesn't make your period stop sooner than it should and swimming during your period is also absolutely safe for you. ""
How so? Swimming just pushes a pause button on your period. It doesn't make it stop completely. When you're in the water, the water pressure keeps your body from releasing menstruation blood. That means you don't have to worry about leaking in the water. You only have to worry about leaking when you leave the water. But why?
When you step out of the water, you're also stepping out of the water pressure, so your period starts right back up again. This is why you should still wear menstrual products even when you're swimming on your period. Unless you're cool rushing to the nearest changing room or bathroom, you shouldn't stop wearing your tampons or pads even when swimming. But this poses a lot of questions, like which is better for swimming, tampons or pads?
Here are the pros and cons of using a tampon and a pad when swimming on your period. First of all, for tampons and pads, both give you the added assurance that you won't leak in public. Using tampons and/or pads during swimming gives you major relief knowing that you won't have to worry about making a mad dash to the bathrooms once you step out of the water.
The problem is, not all ladies use tampons. But even for those who do use tampons, the worry that your string might be showing or the tampon even absorb more than just period blood can be a constant source of stress. As for pads, they lose their adhesive backing because the water dissolves it. The pad then ends up separating from your swimsuit, which can be a humiliating situation in itself. Also pads, because they're made of highly absorbent material, can absorb not only period blood, but also water. The end result? You get a soggy pad between your legs that may or may not slip from your underwear at anytime. Ugh.
Worried? There's an alternative you should start to consider, which is using period swimwear. They are the types of swimwear that have built-in absorbent material particularly designed for ladies swimming during their period. For the ladies who use pads during their period, period swimwear have a discreet, "pocket"-like gusset for your pads, making sure that they remain in place in the bottom of your swimwear.
Period swimwear are making waves these days. They come in pretty colors and designs too! Plus, you don't have to worry about having to wear shorts over them, since this leak-proof swimwear is enough to back you up.
So the next time you go for a swim on your period, it will help a lot if you're prepared. Grab one or two pieces of period swimwear and whether you use a tampon or a pad, remember to change them before you swim and right after you leave the water to stay hygienic. Happy summer, girls!
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[Sport & Fitness ★]
Cliff divers at Victoria Falls
(P2) The men are professionals. They normally jump from between 26.5 and 28 meters. Thirty meters is new to them.
(P3) Victoria Falls are the largest in the world. People also call them Mosi-oa-Tunya or the Smoke that Thunders.
If you found the passage difficult to read or had problems understanding specific words or idiomatic expressions, please discuss them with your tutor. The following discussion questions should be answered in your own words and with your own arguments.
- Briefly, summarize the content of the article in your own words.
- Would you jump from a cliff?
- Why do some people like this type of sport?
- Do you think this is a dangerous sport?
- Do you have any falls in your country?
What do the following expressions mean?
- Jump into (P1)
- Jump from (P2)
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