Intel Aero Ready to Fly Drone
This flight controller has been discontinued and is no longer commercially available.
The Intel Aero Ready to Fly Drone® is a UAV development platform. Part of this is the Intel Aero Compute Board, running Linux on a Quad-core CPU. The other part is an STM32 microcontroller that is connected to it and that runs PX4 on NuttX. These are integrated in the same package on the Intel Aero Ready to Fly Drone, which also includes the vision accessory kit.
Intel Aero RTF
The main documentation on the official wiki explains how to setup, update and connect to the board, and how to do development on the Linux side. The instructions in this topic concentrate on updating the firmware on the microcontroller from a development tree.
It's important to update to the latest image available since some instructions change between releases. You can check the BIOS and distro version by connecting to the board and running the following command:
The instructions here are tested with the following version:
BIOS_VERSION = Aero-01.00.13
OS_VERSION = Poky Aero (Intel Aero Linux Distro) 1.5.1-dev (pyro)"
Setup Intel Aero using Ubuntu
In order to install Ubuntu on Intel Aero, the following equipment is needed:
 1. Power supply (battery or network cable)
 2. Micro HDMI to HDMI cable to attach a monitor
 3. Micro USB3 to USB2 female adapter
 4. USB Hub to attach mouse and keyboard
Follow the linked instructions from Intel Aero wiki > Installing Ubuntu on Intel Aero:
 1. Upgrade Yocto first (optional)
 2. OS
 3. Intel Aero Repository
As soon as the steps under Intel Aero Repository (above) are completed the Aero kernel is installed. From this point forwards, always boot using this kernel.
Follow the instructions to flash the BIOS, FPGA and Flight Controller. Open the MAVLink router config file: /etc/mavlink-router/main.conf
Include the laptop IP as a UDP Endpoint by adding the following lines to the configuration file. The IP address must be set to the one of the laptop. To find the IP address of the laptop, execute: ifconfig.
[UdpEndpoint wifi]
Mode = Normal
Address =
After all those steps are completed, the drone should automatically connect to QGroundControl running on the laptop.
Next install ROS, by following the instructions here.
RealSense Camera
 1. RealSense SDK
 Follow the steps to install the RealSense SDK listed on the aero wiki. When cloning the repository, the legacy branch needs to be used for the R200 model. If the D435 or D415 is used, the master branch needs to be cloned. All other steps are the same and the branches can be just switched back and forth if the camera is changed.
 If the RealSense R200 is used, it can already be started over a ROS node using:
 roslaunch realsense_camera r200_nodelet_default.launch
 If any D400 series camera is used, follow the next step to install a different ROS wrapper.
 2. ROS Wrapper for D400 series RealSense
 Follow the instructions in Install Intel RealSense ROS from Sources to install a catkin workspace and clone the RealSense software.
 Install the udev rules using:
 sudo udevadm control --reload-rules && udevadm trigger
 Now the RealSense can be started over a ROS node using:
 roslaunch realsense2_camera rs_camera.launch
Obstacle Avoidance
To run the PX4 obstacle avoidance software, install catkin first:
apt install python-catkin-tools
Create a catkin workspace and initialize it. Then clone the avoidance repository into the source space, or use a symbolic link to the source space. Build the package and start the ROS node using:
catkin build local_planner
roslaunch local_planner local_planner_aero.launch
Flashing PX4 software
After setting up the PX4 development environment, follow these steps update the PX4 software:
 1. Do a full update of all software on the vehicle (
 2. Grab the Firmware
 3. Compile with make intel_aerofc-v1_default
 4. Configure the target hostname
 If your system resolves link local names you don't have to do anything and you can skip this step. You can test it by trying to ssh into intel-aero.local after connecting to it either via WiFi or USB:
 ssh _EMAIL_
 If it doesn't work you can try giving the IP that will be used by the upload script:
 # WiFi IP
 export AERO_HOSTNAME=
 # Ethernet-over-USB IP
 export AERO_HOSTNAME=
 5. Upload with: make intel_aerofc-v1_default upload
Connecting QGroundControl via Network
 1. Make sure you are connected to the board with WiFi or USB Network
 2. SSH to the board and make sure MAVLink forwarding runs. By default it automatically starts when booting. It can be started manually with:
 systemctl start mavlink-router
 3. Start QGroundControl and it should automatically connect.
 4. Instead of starting QGroundControl, you can open a MAVLink shell using the script:
Connecting LeddarOne Range Finder
Connect the LeddarOne to the Aero telemetry port. The pinout for the LeddarOne and Aero telemetry port (TELEM1) are as follows.
Pin Aerofc TELEMETRY LeddarOne
2 TX -
6 GND -
To enable the rangefinder set the SENS_LEDDAR1_CFG parameter to TELEM1 and reboot the board (instructions for setting parameters available here).
Connecting Lidar Lite Range Finder
The Lidar Lite is not recommended for use with Intel Aero Ready to Fly Drone® due to measurements spikes.
The following instructions are for a Lidar Lite V3 connected via I2C. The Intel® Aero Ready to Fly Drone has two ports with I2C: One labled COMPASS and the other TELEMETRY. The pinout for both of them can be found below. We recommend using the TELEMETRY port as it is not being used. If your TELEMETRY port is already occupied, a splitter can be used to share the I2C connection (works on any I2C port). Check the images below for the splitter setup.
In addition it is recommended to use a electrolytic capacitor for the Lidar Lite I2C connection to reduce spikes in the distance readings (see here on page 3).
The pinout for the Lidar Lite V3 and Aero telemetry port are as follows
Pin Aerofc TELEMETRY Lidar Lite V3
2 TX -
3 RX -
pin Aerofc COMPASS Lidar Lite V3
2 SCL -
3 SDA -
5 - SDA
6 - GND
Aero I2C splitter
Aero LidarLite
Using Optical Flow on the Aero
The Intel Aero Ready to Fly Drone® comes with a preinstalled optical flow binary on the compute board (Linux OS version 1.6 or higher), which enables it to stably fly based on optical flow velocity estimation. In order to use optical flow, a range sensor has to be installed first (see above).
To use the optical flow, run the following command in a console on the vehicle's compute board:
systemctl start aero-optical-flow
If you want to start the optical flow binary at boot, use
systemctl enable aero-optical-flow _TAG_ disable to undo
In addition, the following parameter values should be set in the flight controller.
Parameter Value
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Clearing cookies from a QML WebView
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Signing Required: Self-Signed
Capabilities: NetworkServices
Keywords: WebView, QNetworkAccessManager, QNetworkCookieJar, QmlApplicationViewer
Created: ajakl (19 Jan 2012)
Last edited: hamishwillee (31 May 2013)
In some cases, you need to clear the cookies (or the cache) from a (QML) WebView. In general, the WebView doesn't have persistent storage for cookies after the session ended, that is when you quit the application (a solution to implement persistent cookies is described in QTBUG-16449). However, it can be useful to clear cookies while the application is running, for example if you need to do Facebook authentication in a WebView.
In Qt C++, cookies and the cache are controlled by the QNetworkAccessManager used by the QWebView. This network access manager doesn't have its direct representation in QML; however, it's possible to get a pointer to the instance of the access manager that QML is using to access the Internet. Through this instance, you can then replace the cookie jar of the access manager with a newly constructed (= empty) object, which essentially cleans out all the cookies. If you want to have more control and only delete specific cookies, you would need to provide your own QNetworkCookieJar subclass; but this is not the focus of this article.
To trigger the replacement of the cookie jar from QML, you need to glue it to C++. This can be done in the standard way how to call a C++ method from QML. In short: create a QObject instance, mark the C++ method as Q_INVOKABLE and set your class instance as a context property to the declarative engine. Then, you can directly call your cookie-jar-replacement-method from within QML.
Example Application
The small example app is based on the standard Qt Quick Application wizard template from Qt Creator and demonstrates the whole process:
 - Start the app and wait for the web page to load (by default a 3rd party cookie test page).
 - In the web page, click the "Set Test Cookie" button and wait for the page to reload, listing the cookie as set.
 - Now, click the red banner at the top of the page to clear the cookies and to reload the page.
 - Note that the cookie is gone.
Download the example app: File:WebviewCookies.zip
This class is set up in a way so that it can be triggered from QML, and has a method called clearCookies() that replaces the cookie jar from the network access manager used by the web view with a new and empty one, essentially clearing all cookies. The ownership of the new QNetworkCookieJar is transferred to the QNetworkAccessManager.
Header file:
class NetworkAccessManagerInteractor : public QObject
explicit NetworkAccessManagerInteractor(QDeclarativeEngine *declarativeEngine, QObject *parent = 0);
public slots:
Q_INVOKABLE void clearCookies();
QDeclarativeEngine* m_declarativeEngine;
NetworkAccessManagerInteractor::NetworkAccessManagerInteractor(QDeclarativeEngine *declarativeEngine, QObject *parent) :
void NetworkAccessManagerInteractor::clearCookies()
QNetworkAccessManager * nam = m_declarativeEngine->networkAccessManager();
if (nam) {
QNetworkCookieJar * emptyCookieJar = new QNetworkCookieJar();
// QNetworkAccessManager takes ownership of the cookieJar object.
qDebug() << "Replaced cookie jar";
} else {
qDebug() << "Unable to retrieve Network Access Manager from declarative engine";
Registering the class with the declarative engine
The new class needs to be registered with the declarative engine at application startup, so that the clearCookies() method can be called from the QML environment.
QmlApplicationViewer viewer;
NetworkAccessManagerInteractor* nami = new NetworkAccessManagerInteractor(viewer.engine(), &viewer);
viewer.rootContext()->setContextProperty("nami", nami);
return app->exec();
Triggering the clear cookies method from QML
The simple QML file contains a webview and a self-made red button; when clicked, it triggers the C++ method to clear the cookies and reloads the page in the webview.
import QtQuick 1.1
import QtWebKit 1.0
Rectangle {
id: rectangle2
width: 360
height: 360
Rectangle {
id: myButton
height: 60
color: "_TAG_"
anchors.right: parent.right
anchors.left: parent.left
anchors.top: parent.top
z: 1
MouseArea {
id: mouse_area1
anchors.fill: parent
onClicked: {
Text {
id: myButtonText
color: "_TAG_"
text: qsTr("Clear Coookies and Reload")
font.bold: true
anchors.fill: parent
verticalAlignment: Text.AlignVCenter
horizontalAlignment: Text.AlignHCenter
font.pixelSize: 16
WebView {
id: webView
url: "_URL_
anchors.fill: parent
Download the example app: File:WebviewCookies.zip
This page was last modified on 31 May 2013, at 02:56.
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Meaning of wheel horse
- Also calleda horse, or one of the horses, harnessed behind others and nearest the front wheels of a vehicle.
- the left-hand horse of a pair hitched to a wagon or plow.
- a reliable, diligent, and strong worker.
- wheel horse (Thesaurus)

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Why You Should Eat Duck Eggs
1. Duck eggs taste great! They are creamier and richer than chicken eggs
2. Duck eggs are larger, 50% larger than jumbo chicken eggs, and stay fresher longer due to harder shells
3. Duck eggs have larger yolks with higher levels of omega 3 fatty acids
4. Duck eggs contain more vitamin D and other essential vitamins, including thiamine, niacin, vitamin B12, and vitamins A and E, than chicken eggs
5. Duck egg whites have higher levels of protein, creating taller meringues and lighter, fluffier cakes, they are prized by pastry chefs!
6. People with chicken egg allergies can often eat duck eggs
© 2017 by Red Flower Organics.


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Definition of blurt
v. t. - To utter suddenly and unadvisedly; to divulge inconsiderately; to ejaculate; -- commonly with out.
The word "blurt" uses 5 letters: B L R T U.
No direct anagrams for blurt found in this word list.
Words formed by adding one letter before or after blurt (in bold), or to blrtu in any order:
a - brutal e - butler o - brulot s - blurts
Shorter words found within blurt:
blur brut bur burl but rub rut tub urb ut
List shorter words within blurt, sorted by length
Words formed from any letters in blurt, plus an optional blank or existing letter
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All words formed from blurt by changing one letter
Other words with the same letter pairs: bl lu ur rt
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Question: How Fast Should A 12 Year Old Run?
How fast does a 12 year old run?
The height of the person in question, the specific length of the legs.
It also varies per location in the world.
How fast should a 13 year old be able to run?
The International Association of Athletics Federations recommends that 13-year-olds run no more than 10K at a time — approximately 6.2 miles. At a fast pace of six minutes per mile, this works out to just over 37 minutes, but at a slower pace of 11 minutes per mile, it works out to about an hour and eight minutes.
How long should it take a 13 year old to run 5k?
Average 5k Pace by Age and SexAgeMenWomen1111:13:2911:42:071210:20:1911:20:491310:22:1311:34:271409:28:2411:31:5873 more rows
What is a good mile time for a 12 year old?
How fast can a 11 year old run?
The world best for 11 year-old-boys is 4:23.9 (or is estimated to be this time). For girls: Regional-class is 6:45, national class is 5:55; world-class is 5:15 and the world-best for 11-year-girls of 4:42.9 (or is estimated to be this time). Run faster!
How fast should a 7th grader run a mile?
5:30 or less would be good for 7th grade, and 5:10 or less would be good for eighth grade. If you get sub 5 by the end of 8th grade, you would be really good. In my school, if you're in 8th grade and you get a mile time of around 5:15, you would probably be around 5th best out of the school.
How fast should a 14 year old run 100m?
Can a 12 year old run a half marathon?
About the age of 12 years, children can run a half-marathon. … First, kids' bodies aren't built to keep up an even pace over a long stretch, so the energy cost is more demanding than for an adult.
How fast should a 12 year old run 1500m?
At 12 years old, finishing a 1500m run is good as is, regardless of the time it takes. If you'd still like to keep track of time than I would say anywhere between 8–10 minutes would be great!
Who is the fastest 12 year old?
How fast can Bolt Run mph?
How fast can a girl run?
Who is the fastest kid in the world?
Is 7 minutes good for a mile?
A 7 minute mile time probably means you are somewhat fit, but it doesn't make you a great runner. … Mere seconds are extremely hard to shave off in seconds; a three minute difference is extremely long. So no, this is a good time, but it's not a great time.
Can humans run 100m under 9 seconds?
Overall, the sprinting velocity is a product of step length and step frequency. In his world record run in Berlin 2009, Usain Bolt ran at 12.4m/s in his fastest phase. … For a human to run 100m in under nine seconds, this would require maximum velocity to reach about 13.2m/s.


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breaker rebate of $500 ($6,500 minus $6,000, which is 6 percent of $100,000).
- Kate usually makes $65,000 a year and pays $1,000 in property taxes (1.5 percent of her income) on her Gainesville home, but she loses her job in February. With unemployment insurance, her total income for the year is $20,000. Although she would not usually be eligible for a circuit breaker, she now qualifies for a $200 rebate ($1,000 minus $800, which is 4 percent of $20,000).
Who Would Receive the Benefit?
If this circuit breaker had been in effect in 2005, the following groups of Floridians would have been eligible for a credit:
- About 53 percent of households earning less than $60,000;
- About 12 percent of households earning between $60,000 and $100,000; and
- About 6 percent of households earning between $100,000 and $150,000.
How Much Would a Circuit Breaker Cost?
A circuit breaker of the design illustrated above would likely cost significantly less than $1 billion a year in the first several years after implementation.
Experience from other states suggests that a strong outreach campaign is necessary to inform eligible households about the program and encourage them to apply. The state, localities, or nonprofit organizations can engage in such outreach. If outreach is particularly successful, costs could increase in future years.
Can Florida Administer a Circuit Breaker?
States typically use one of three mechanisms to deliver property tax circuit breakers: a direct rebate check, an income tax credit, or a credit for future property tax bills. Since Florida does not have a personal income tax, the program would have to be administered as a direct state rebate. Half of the states with circuit breakers administer their programs through a direct state rebate. In these states, applicants must either attach a copy of their federal tax returns or other income-related documents, or sign an affidavit stating that their income information is true and correct. Florida could require similar documentation.
Florida legislators should use a circuit breaker to create a fair and targeted property tax system and to address property tax discord. Such a program can provide meaningful assistance to lowand middle-income Floridians.
 CBPP analysis of 2005 Census American Community Survey data. Since the legislature rolled back property taxes to their 2005 level, this data is a reasonable reflection of the current situation.
 CBPP analysis of 2005 Census American Community Survey data.
 These states are Illinois, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Montana, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, Wisconsin, and the District of Columbia.
 For more information, see Karen Lyons, Sarah Farkas, and Nicholas Johnson, "The Property Tax Circuit Breaker: An Introduction and Survey of Current Programs," Center on Budget and Policy Priorities, March 21, 2007, _URL_
 Please note this information reflects Census American Community Survey data from 2005. Property taxes in Florida have increased somewhat since then. This is the most recent available data on individual property tax payments. This is the most recent available data on individual property tax payments. Since the legislature rolled back property taxes to their 2005 level, this data is a reasonable reflection of the current situation.
 According to the 2005 American Housing Survey, 31 percent of all households in the U.S. are renters, while 57.4 percent of households in poverty are renters. Table 2-1, 2005 American Housing Survey, US Census Bureau (_URL_
 CBPP analysis of 2005 Census American Community Survey data.
 If every eligible household had successfully applied for this circuit breaker credit, the program would have cost roughly $2 billion dollars in 2005. However, participation in programs such as these rarely reaches 100 percent. In fact, participation often reaches only 50 percent a few years after the program's inception. This does not mean such a program is ineffective, but rather that it can be improved. It is extremely important to those households that do claim it. If the circuit breaker is used in conjunction with other property tax relief mechanisms, such as an expanded homestead exemption, its cost would be lower than the $1 billion estimate.


A. Typically, a Terminal Services session has a full environment, so the usual process of starting the SoftGrid shortcut works fine. However, if you're using seamless windows (i.e., with no environment, requiring you to publish the application directory), you need a different approach. The solution is to publish the application via the sfttray.exe executable file with the /hide switch, and pass the name of the application to launch (or the OSD file). Microsoft documents the process in the article "How to publish a SoftGrid-enabled application in Citrix MetaFrame" (_URL_


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Hi guys, i need help with this problem that i seriously have no idea with.
with t=0 representing the year 1990.
1. What is the population of elk in the year 2004
2. Determine the years between 1990 and 2020 in which the elk population is at its maximum
3 Explain the period of the function in context of the problem
4 Graph the function showing the elk population from 1990 to 2020. identify the points on the graph you determined in parts 1 and 2.

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Perhaps you've seen sheet metals on several occasions used for roofing, welding, auto manufacturing, food industry, or in special sheet metal fabrication, and you're wondering how the thickness of these smooth, beautiful pieces are determined. A system called the gauge system determines this thickness.
This article explains the meaning and importance of sheet metal gauge for sheet metal fabrication. It also explains how to measure gauge and how to choose the right metal thickness for your fabrication.
What is Gauge in Sheet Metal Fabrication?
When we talk of gauge in sheet metal manufacturing, we refer to the standard sheet metal thickness for a specific material. Therefore, if you want to know how thick is sheet metal material, its gauge is what you should look for.
The higher the gauge number, the lesser the thickness of the material. Hence, metals with a large gauge number will be thin and vice versa. In many parts of the world, machinists measure sheet metal gauges in millimeters. However, ferrous metals have a different gauge from nonferrous metals. For instance, copper is a nonferrous metal, and ounces per square foot is its unit for measurement.
Choosing a metal with the right gauge is essential to a successful design. It is what determines whether an object will last or fail after short use. If the sheet metal gauge is incorrect, there may be minor or catastrophic effects on your design.
How to Measure Sheet Metal Thickness
Now that you already know what a sheet metal gauge is, you should learn how to measure sheet metal thickness. You can measure the sheet metals using regular tape or a gauge wheel. With a sheet metal gauge chart (is shown in next part), you can convert the gauge size to mm or inch.
Solution 1: Measuring Sheet Metal Thickness With Tape
There are three simple steps required in this, and they include:
Use the millimeter hash marks on your tape to find the thickness of sheet metal. Remember that there are two different measurements on your tape, namely the cm and mm. Using the former will not provide the accurate measurements you crave.
You can convert the number obtained in mm to inches. Multiply the number in mm by 0.03937. For instance, if you got a 60mm measurement, multiply with the said number, and you'll have 2.3622 inches.
Compare your result in inches with a sheet metal gauge chart. That way, you'll find the appropriate gauge of your metal.
Solution 2: Measuring Sheet Metal Thickness With Wheel
A gauge wheel is a simple tool with no moving part. You can use it to measure both wire and sheet. There are three simple steps involved in this process, including:
To save you some time, here is a video on how to use a gauge:
From the video, you could learn that there are basically 3 steps to measure a sheet metal:
If you measure a nonferrous metal (metals without iron) like copper, gold, or silver, you should check the front of the gauge wheel and confirm it reads "nonferrous metal." On the other hand, if you wish to determine the sheet metal gauge of ferrous metals (iron-containing metals) like cast iron, stainless steel, etc., ensure to choose a gauge wheel that reads "ferrous metal." Use the right gauge wheel to get the correct measurement.
There are gaps of different sizes around the gauge wheel. Each gap has a number written in front, and the principle is to place your piece in each gap until you find a place where it perfectly fits. There's a round cut out below the gaps; those are not the right ones to use. Instead, use the gaps at the top.
Once you find the right gap where your metal perfectly fits in, you should check the number in front. For example, if your metal fits in a gap with 16 written in the front, that shows you have a 16 gauge metal.
Standard Sheet Metal Gauge Chart
The gauge number "16" holds little relevance in the actual measurement of a metal gauge. It still needs to be converted to millimeters or inches. This is the right way to determine the thickness of sheet metals. For a stress-free conversion, you may refer to a gauge conversion chart.
For example, according to a gauge conversion chart, 16 gauge galvanized steel is 0.0635 inches or 1.6129mm.
Why is Choosing Gauge Important for Sheet Metal Fabrication?
It is risky to purchase any available metal without considering its thickness, or gauge. Thus, the following are why choosing gauge is vital for sheet metal fabrication:
- Durability: Whether your design will last or not is mainly dependent on the gauge of the metal used. Some objects require thick metals with exceptional strength, while some don't. Hence, the durability of such a design depends on the gauge of the metal.
- Economic: Not all designs require thick metals. Hence, too dense or too much metal can add to your production and shipping cost, which is not economical.
- Structural problem and deformation: Using too thin metal for specific designs might result in structural issues or deformation of the item.
How to Decide Gauge for Sheet Metal Fabrication
One of the technical things a fabricator should know is the right sheet metal gauge to use. Many fabricators often fail in this regard, and the end-user of such a design usually pays dearly for such a mistake. Therefore, it is crucial to use the correct thickness of sheet metal to optimize efficiency and functionality. Below are how to decide gauge for sheet metal fabrication:
If you have a construction project that requires high rigidity, you'll have to opt for a lower gauge sheet material. Remember, as discussed earlier, the lower the gauge, the thicker the object. On the other hand, if your construction requires different curves and high flexibility, you should go for a higher gauge material.
You may also want to consider lower gauge materials if your design will be exposed to harsh weather, high temperature, and pressure. If it will be kept indoors or safe from those factors mentioned, high gauge materials are a good choice too.
The workflow of a project from beginning to end can be affected by the sheet metal thickness used. A design made of sheet metal materials with the right thickness will be more effective in performing the designated task. On the other hand, a design made with the wrong thickness of sheet metal material will be less effective in performing the job for which it was intended. Therefore, considering efficiency and suitability will help you choose the right sheet metal gauge for fabrication.
Cost is another factor that can help you choose a suitable gauge for sheet metal fabrication. Sheet metals made of thick materials are usually more expensive than their light materials counterpart. However, while also considering cost, you should first consider the purpose the metal is meant to serve. This will guide you to choose a suitable gauge for your specific application.
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They are used in automotive industries for building bodies of cars, for making airplanes, and for building construction, etc.
Human judgment is prone to error, and a minor error can be catastrophic for your construction. Using a sheet metal gauge is more comfortable and accurate; therefore, it is a better choice.
No, you can't. Ferrous metals have different thicknesses and different gauge wheels. You'll get inaccurate results if you use a single gauge wheel for both measurements.
You don't just choose any metal you find for your construction without examining whether its thickness is suitable for the purpose or not. Thus, a sheet metal gauge is a simple way to confirm this. It is a simple technique adopted by professionals to choose suitable metal thicknesses for their construction. Using the appropriate metal gauge can save you cost and enhance efficiency.


Manger son pain noir :
Manger son pain noir (Eating black bread) is an expression that means going through a difficult period, having difficulties.
This expression comes from the rebirth, bread becomes a common food. Noble people eat white bread which is better while poorer people ate black bread. This meant that they were in difficulty.
For example : Les étudiants pendant la période de pandémie mangent leur pain noir.
Manger de la vache enragée :
Manger de la vache enragée (Eating rabid cows) means having an angry attitude. In this expression we have the word 'vache', the cow, and 'enragée', rabid which means someone who has rabies (the disease) or is very angry.
This expression comes from the fact that in the past, when there was no food, some people were forced to eat meat from sick animals that sometimes had rabies.
For example : Elle a mangé de la vache enragée ou quoi? Elle a l'air énervée.
French Idiomatic Expression - Manger de la vache enragée
Manger à tous les râteliers :
Manger à tous les râteliers (Eating at all racks) means taking advantage of all possible sources, taking advantage of as many things as possible selfishly.
'Un râtelier' is a rack, an object in which animals can eat.
Animals will often eat at all racks and take advantage of their neighbors' food.
For example : Il mange vraiment à tous les râteliers. Il demande de l'argent à ses parents, à son oncle et maintenant à son frère.
Manger son chapeau :
Manger son chapeau (Eating your hat) means acknowledging your mistake.
Admitting that one has made a mistake is something difficult to do in general, eating one's hat is also difficult, hence the meaning of this expression.
This expression would originate from the equivalent English expression.
For example: Parfois, il faut savoir manger son chapeau pour favoriser la communication.
French Idiomatic Expression - Manger son chapeau
Manger sur le pouce :
Manger sur le pouce (Eating on the go) means eating very quickly. The thumb here represents the finger.
When we eat on the thumb, we don't sit at the table, we're going to eat a sandwich, so we're going to use our hands, our thumbs.
For example : Le midi, j'ai une pause très courte donc je mange sur le pouce.
Manger dans la main de quelqu'un :
Manger dans la main de quelqu'un (Eating out of someone's hand) means being submissive and dependent on someone.
When you eat out of someone's hand, you are like an animal that has been domesticated, you have no control.
For example : Depuis qu'il a une piscine, tout le monde lui mange dans la main.
French Idiomatic Expression - Manger dans la main de quelqu'un
Manger les pissenlits par la racine :
Manger les pissenlits par la racine (Eating dandelions by the root) means being dead.
The expression comes from the fact that when someone is dead and buried the flowers grow above him and the roots are then his only food.
For example : Je n'ai pas hâte de manger les pissenlits par la racine.
Manger du lion :
Manger du lion (Eating lion) means having a lot of energy. This expression is a metaphor in reference to lions, which are animals full of energy and strength.
For example : Tu es en forme ce matin. Tu as mangé du lion?
French Idiomatic Expression - Manger du lion
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