To provision and maintain the copper infrastructure, field technicians use many different test sets from multiple vendors. Field technicians and managers constantly ask me which is my favorite multi-functional test set and I consistently maintain my objectivity and neutral stance. There are always upsides and downsides to each test set — it's how the vendors differentiate and market their products.
Like many of you, I've been accustomed to Dynatel 965 AMS. They had the largest market share so even if this product was perfect or even the best, it's what we all were used to using. Sadly, the manufacturer has discontinued making the 965. There is a great deal of comfort in the product on my part, starting with the Dynatel 710A resistance bridge when I worked for the Dynatel Corporation starting in 1973.
The 965 AMS was a culmination of test sets including a digital multi-meter, a transmission test set, a resistance bridge, an open meter, a Time Domain Reflectometer (TDR), an xDSL testing feature, and a low- and high-frequency spectrum analyzer.
Competitive vendors have most of the features that are in the Dynatel 965, and they have added other features that are needed for bandwidth testing. The downside is some vendors, including the Dynatel AMS, have added features that are rarely used by the average field technician. Therefore telcos pay for these features that are rarely used, and the additional features can make the product more complex than it needs to be.
When I train field technicians, both in the classroom and in the field, I train on whatever test set the field technician has. This allows me to get technician input along with my own experience when I am out in the field shooting trouble and qualifying circuits.
I know the 965 is going away but there are many that will be used for years ahead, so I'm going to review the features of the 965, not because it's perfect but I do think it's been the industry standard — and telcos will compare new sets with the 965.
My biggest concern, and often the biggest concern for field techs as well, is accuracy with the resistance bridge, open meter, and the TDR functions, especially in buried plant. The 965 AMS is a proven accurate section analysis test set. If the RFL, open meter, or RFL measurements do not compare with sheath footage or sheath meters using the correct settings, it is a problem in the faulted section and not the measurements from the test set.
The second concern is ease-of-use by the field technician. The flow charts for any function on the test set are easy to understand by the average field technician. This is especially important because most field techs do not have an electronics background.
The maximum voltage that can be measured with the voltmeter is 300VDC and 250VAC. Any higher voltage, AC or DC, is locked out for set protection.
Loop or line current on an active POTS circuit is readily measured at the customer's Network Interface by pressing the #2 blue button. Then, by pressing the #5 function key the station ground resistance can be tested and verified.
Press the #3 blue key to test for unwanted resistance tip-to-ring, tip-to-ground, and ring-to-ground. The resistance test will compensate for any series DC voltage to give a more accurate resistance measurement. A higher voltage is used in the resistance test to break down galvanic corrosion on cable pairs.
The #4 blue key is a toolbox to view saved test results, perform a self calibrate, an ohms to distance calibrator, to use Internet Explorer, and to upload results.
The #5 blue key is the open meter function.
The #6 key is selected to send identification tone and higher tones for transmission testing.
The #8 key gives access to DSL testing. The DSL functions include: DSL Loss, DSL Noise, DSL Spectrum Analyzer, Resistive Balance, and DSL Impulse Noise. Keep in mind that other test sets also have these features.
The #9 key accesses the TDR. It is a good TDR, but I feel that other vendor's test sets have better TDRs.
The POTS key includes transmission testing for Loss, Noise, and Longitudinal Balance. Transmission testing can be done manually with ease and is an essential part of the Active Auto Test. If unacceptable circuit noise or power influence is identified it is easy to shift to longitudinal balance to determine if the root cause of the failure is a faulted cable pair or a noise mitigation problem.
The POTS test also includes a Load Coil Counter, Caller ID, Ringers, Level Trace, a Kick Test and Voice Band Spectrum Analyzer. The POTS test includes a Kick Test. The test set has an open meter. In my opinion the Kick Test adds no value to the test set.
The Auto Test (0) key automatically performs the following Tests, Active POTS, Vacant POTS, Vacant Wideband and Smart Auto Test. This feature is a plus.
The Talk Set function allows you to use the 965 AMS tester as a talk set on an active line to send DTMF or pulse dialing. Most field technicians do not use this feature.
Next month I will begin looking at "replacement" sets. I hope we can begin a dialog about what features you most want to see in your next test set.
Please call me, email me, or text me about your test sets and what you think you will need in the next set when you are in the market. The vendors want to know what you think and so do I! Call me at 831.818.3930 or send an email to dmccarty@mccartyinc.com.


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In this class we will not only learn new poetry, but we will also learn how to write our own. From Haikus to Acrostic poetry we will explore all that this amazing art form has to offer. By the end of the class each student will have completed a beautiful poetry book filled with copies and illustrations of famous and contemporary poetry, and with quite a few poems of their own.


My dissertation explores negotiations surrounding the morality of fertility, sexuality, and ancestry in contemporary Zimbabwe. In light of the country's history of settler colonialism and recent economic, social, and political crises, I consider how young Zimbabweans are reconceiving the life course and reimagining disrupted futures. In particular, I examine how Pentecostal discursive practices, teachings, and modes of being in the world enable the contestation of traditional conceptions of personhood and the forging of new kinds of ethical selves. One strand of my research takes up these issues in relation to the experiences of queer Zimbabweans in Pentecostal churches. Over the past decade, the predicament of queer Africans has increasingly made global headlines. The emergence of political homophobia has furthermore been closely associated with the global expansion of Pentecostal Christianity. However, many queer Zimbabweans are active and ardent members of Pentecostal churches who practice their faith, socialize, and pray in the very institutions that appear to propagate their oppression. My project seeks to explore ethnographically why queer Zimbabweans find Pentecostalism an appealing branch of Christianity, and how they reconcile their sexual identities with their churches' teachings on homosexuality. Broadly, I argue that the experiences of queer Zimbabweans in the present moment cannot be understood apart from histories of colonization, the country's multi-faceted crisis, and long-standing debates surrounding fertility, personhood, and morality.
Raffaella Taylor-Seymour is a UK-US Fulbright Scholar and PhD Candidate in the Departments of Anthropology and Comparative Human Development at the University of Chicago. Her research examines the politics of fertility, sexuality, and ancestry in Pentecostal communities in contemporary Zimbabwe. She received her undergraduate degree in Archaeology & Anthropology from King's College, University of Cambridge, and received the inaugural Diamond Family Foundation-Fulbright Award for research in Africa. Her research has been funded by the Committee on African Studies and the Pozen Family Center for Human rights at the University of Chicago.


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Q: how to deeplinking with externals SWF? (ActionScript 2.0) I have some problem when use deeplinking on my flash site project.
I'm following this tutorial http://www.padizine.com/blog/swfaddress-tutorial-for-actionscript-2-0/
and this not work. Above my code:
on my html file
<script type="text/javascript" src="javascript/swfaddress.js"></script>

and
    <script type="text/javascript">
    // <![CDATA[
    var so = new SWFObject("site.swf", "ZONAZEN", "990", "580", "8", "#73746E");
    so.addParam("scale", "noscale");
    so.addParam("allowFullScreen", "true");
    so.addParam("wmode","transparent");
    so.useExpressInstall('javascript/swfobject/expressinstall.swf');
    so.write("flashcontent");
    // ]]>
    </script>

on my flash file:
import com.asual.swfaddress.SWFAddress; // on my first frame in my flash

// and this above is my as for button (i have one of this for each menu item....:
on (release){
if (_root.olink != num) {
    SWFAddress.setValue("empresa");
    this.tween("_y",16,1,"easeOutExpo",0);
    _root.conteudo.tween("_y",37,1,"easeOutExpo",0);
    _root.omenu.item_2.tween("_y",469,1,"easeOutExpo",0);
    _root.omenu.item_3.tween("_y",490,1,"easeOutExpo",0);
    _root.omenu.item_4.tween("_y",511,1,"easeOutExpo",0);
    _root.omenu.item_5.tween("_y",532,1,"easeOutExpo",0);
    _root.omenu["item_"+_root.olink].fundo_menu_ativo.tween("_alpha",0,1,"easeOutExpo",0);
    _root.olink = num
}

}
my loadmovieclip function:
function loadMovieClip(externalTarget:String, targetRoot:MovieClip) {

var mcLoader:MovieClipLoader = new MovieClipLoader();
var listenerLoad:Object = new Object();

listenerLoad.onLoadStart = function(target:MovieClip) {
    _root.loade._visible = true;
    _root.loade.tween("_alpha",100,1,"easeOutExpo",0);

};
//Loading Progress
listenerLoad.onLoadProgress = function(target:MovieClip, bytesLoaded:Number, bytesTotal:Number):Void  {
    percent = Math.round(bytesLoaded / bytesTotal * 100);
    _root.loader.percentTxt.text = percent + "%";
};
//On Load Complete
listenerLoad.onLoadComplete = function(target:MovieClip):Void  {
    _root.loade.tween("_alpha",0,1.5,"easeOutExpo",0,function () {
    _root.loade._visible = false;
    });
    _root.conteudo.tween("_alpha",100,1.5,"easeOutExpo",0,function () {
    content_blocker._visible = false;
    });
};

mcLoader.addListener(listenerLoad);
mcLoader.loadClip(externalTarget,targetRoot);

}
and
function saiconteudo() {
_root.swfToOpen = _root.movie;
_root.content_blocker._visible = true;
_root.conteudo.tween("_alpha",0,1,"easeOutExpo",0,function () {
_root.loadMovieClip(_root.swfToOpen,_root.conteudo);
});

}
i'm forgeting something?
Ty for helping!

A: do you have this line (from the tutorial but amended to specify your /javascript directory):
<script type="text/javascript" src="javascript/swfobject.js" charset="utf-8"></script>
above the:
<script type="text/javascript" src="javascript/swfaddress.js"></script>
and do you have the swfaddress.js file in your /javascript directory?
also the swfobject.js file should be in the /javascript directory, if you don't have this file just google for swfobject and download it
If you have all this in place and it's still not working, could you explain what problem you're having? Are you getting some error messages or incorrect behaviour?

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I have been making art all my life. From drawing, painting, sculpture, becoming a photographer and an art teacher at a therapeutic day school. My creativity will find a way out. I started taking glass-fusing classes just for me; a little escape. But I love sharing the creative process. When I got the chance to teach the fear of commitment and date night glass fusing classes I took it. I love helping others fall in love with glass as much as I do.


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Black-Owned Businesses to Support in Washington, DC
Get your retail fix through these unique stores and online businesses that offer everything from spices and skincare to books and boxing.
DC's vibrant Black history and culture has led to a thriving business community filled with creative entrepreneurs. The variety found in the businesses listed below is staggering; some use the African diaspora as inspiration, while others are distinctly DC. Some were founded by DC transplants, others by natives to the city. All of them are worth your patronage.
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MahoganyBooks
Mahogany Books
Founded by Ramunda and Derrick Young and named after their daughter, MahoganyBooks has been a purveyor of titles that focus on the Black experience and culture since 2007, amassing one of the most impressive inventories you can find. The Youngs strive to connect communities through reading, writing and astute cultural awareness. The husband-and-wife duo opened their first physical location in 2017 inside the Anacostia Arts Center and still maintain a diverse online selection. Read more about the store and the Youngs on blackbooksmatter.com, MahoganyBooks' website, which is filled with fantastic recommendations and reading lists. And check out how the Youngs dealt with the pandemic and racial justice movement on this Retail Gets Real podcast episode.
1231 Good Hope Road SE, Washington, DC 20020
Nubian Hueman
Nestled in the same Anacostia Arts Center as MahoganyBooks, Nubian Hueman has its own intriguing backstory. In her work for a national fashion brand, Anika Hobbs realized something was missing: large brands did not engage customers with handmade, artisan products from around the world, limiting their purview to the status quo. By 2013, Hobbs had opened her store, which is now complete with her signature feathered earrings along with a range of other offerings, including men's and women's apparel, jewelry, bags, scarves, footwear and much, much more. Nubian Hueman has an additional location in Baltimore.
Lee's Flower Shop
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The oldest Black-owned flower shop in the District has been a family-run institution on U Street since 1945. Currently owned and operated by Stacie and Kristie, the granddaughters of the original founder, Lee's Flower Shop has been curating and delivering outstanding floral arrangements for any special occasion for 75 years. Peruse the shop's bouquets, gift baskets and other products online, and keep in mind: Valentine's Day is just around the corner.
1026 U Street NW, Washington, DC 20001
The Museum DC
With sharp, distinctive clothing and a store that vibes like an art gallery, The Museum is a hot spot for those chasing the latest fashion. Located on Rhode Island Avenue, the shop features footwear, apparel, artwork and collectibles, both from The Museum brand and nationally recognized lines. The Museum posts some of its coolest offerings and advertises its online pop-up shops on Instagram – make sure to give 'em a follow before or after you visit the store.
2014 Rhode Island Avenue NE, Washington, DC 20018
Located in Union Market, Gift Shop is a Black-owned retail space featuring products from Black creators throughout the DMV. Through its ever-expanding selection of local Black brands, Gift Shop seeks to inspire guests to shop Black-owned every month. Gift Shop is powered by the DC-based multi-cultural marketing agency, Creative Theory Agency, and is one aspect of their mission to provide opportunities for Black-owned businesses in DC.
1258 Fourth Street NE, Washington, DC 20002
The Spice Suite
Angel Anderson's story is now part of DC lore thanks to the fact that The Spice Suite has become a sensation, but we'll recap it anyway: while working as an assistant principal at a local charter school, Anderson spotted a building for lease on her way home from a nearby nail salon. On the spot, she decided she would purchase the space and turn it into a spice shop. And voila: six years later, Anderson has built an adoring customer base with her exquisite spices and her shop has hosted more than 400 pop-up shops from local, Black-owned businesses. Note that you can only browse Anderson's full selection of spices in-store; however, for online shoppers, she'll craft a SPICEbox with an array of unique flavors.
6902 4th Street NW, Washington, DC 20012
Founded by Abai Schulze, ZAAF Collection sells high-end designer products from Africa, showcasing the continent's rich culture, design and natural wonders. Products include handbags, scarves, shoes and additional accessories for men and women. Check out the sleek retail store in National Harbor and make sure to watch our video with Schulze, in which she describes DC's vibrant international community.
189 Waterfront Street, Oxon Hill, MD 20745
Everard's Clothing
For more than 20 years, Louis and Jennifer Everard have run this beloved boutique in the heart of sophisticated Georgetown. The full-service shop began as a made-to-measure business in 1993 before the store opened in 1999. Louis spent much of his upbringing in a tailor shop in his native Jamaica, setting the stage for this successful business venture with his wife. The team offers high-end men's and women's designs, all personally selected by Louis and Jennifer. Men's selections include Hickey Freeman, Southwick and custom-made designs; women's designs include looks from Jude Connally, Anatomie, Joseph Ribkoff and more.
1802 Wisconsin Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20007
Fia's Fabulous Finds
@btvintageclothes
Although appointments at her store on Upshur Street are available, Fia Thomas has been hosting sales and raffles on Facebook Live with great success as DC continues to deal with the impact of COVID-19. Thomas' consignment shop offers brand name women's clothing and accessories in great condition at low prices. Make sure to stay tuned to the store's Facebook page for the latest updates on her online events.
806 Upshur Street NW, Washington, DC 20011
Bailiwick Clothing
Brothers JC and Jeff Smith founded this DC-centric apparel store that features some of the coolest designs around. Bailiwick – a riff on an Old English word that in a modern context references a person's area of expertise – captures the spirit of The District in its sweatshirts, hoodies, t-shirts, bags, hats, tank tops and other assorted products (including face masks!). Check out the store in District Square and also be sure to browse the extensive online offerings.
49 District Square SW, Washington, DC 20024
Frères Branchiaux Candle Co.
With soy and coconut wax, three brothers have created a candle empire. The Frères Branchiaux Candle Co. offers scented experiences that have been curated and hand-made to perfection; in addition to candles, you can purchase bath salts, room sprays, diffusers and wick cutters. The background on this company will only make you want to buy more: in 2017, Collin, Ryan and Austin wanted more money for video games, and after their mother attended a candle-making workshop, the brothers began an online business that has now boomed. And it's not all about the video games: the boys donate 10% of their profits to homeless shelters all over the country.
Black Pepper Paperie Co.
Hadiya Williams, a DC native, founded this mixed-media art and design studio. Black Pepper Paperie Co. focuses on handmade pieces, uniquely crafted and globally inspired. Available for purchase: paper goods, wearable ceramic art, apparel and more. Williams' aesthetic combines inspiration from West African art, ancestral memories and contemporary design. The online store offers delivery within 5-7 days.
District of Clothing
Distinctive in its celebration of the District, this local lifestyle brand, founded by owner and designer Dionna Dorsey in 2014, features an array of styles that send powerful messages of self-love, progress and hometown pride. Shirts, hats, mugs and a wide range of additional apparel can be purchased online, with each collection sporting its own exclusive look and feel.
Cut Seven
This sports conditioning studio was founded by Chris Perrin, a former college football player at UCONN. Perrin's technique, which he first tested on his wife, Alex, to great success, focuses on the heart, strength, rebuilding and total body exercises. Cut Seven's team-based workouts equal the results and efficiency of receiving a personal workout from a trainer. The studio offers individual outdoor and virtual classes you can book online.
1101 Rhode Island Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20001
Boombox Boxing Club
Try group fitness inspired by boxing techniques at this cutting-edge studio in Capitol Riverfront. Co-founders Angela Jennings and Reggie Smith met on a Tinder date, discovered a shared affinity for working out and hip-hop and years later, the two run a club that offers intense 50-minute workouts perfectly set to thudding beats. The studio features aqua bags that are perfect for learning proper boxing form as well as a ring for practice. Classes can be booked online.
1221 Van Street SE, Suite 140, Washington, DC 20003
Skin Beauty Bar
Located in Capitol Hill, this boutique beauty bar was founded by Meka Mathis and has been featured in Essence. Skin Beauty Bar's soft color tones will immediately put you at ease before a facial, massage or any of the many other spa services Mathis' spot offers. You can also browse through an array of skincare products.
749 8th Street SE, 2nd Floor, Washington, DC 20003
BlueBoy Document Imaging
Hiram O. Russell, an architect by profession, established BlueBoy Blueprinting Corp. in DC in 1989. The name has been changed to BlueBoy Document Imaging to reflect the current methods in the printing industry. The mission: to exceed the needs of customers through solutions and the delivery of the highest quality document imaging services. Today, BlueBoy Document Imaging has established a client list of loyal customers who continue to rely on the company as their document imaging service provider.
214 L St NE, Washington, DC 20002
The Museum for Black Girls
Museum for Black Girls
The Museum for Black Girls, which opened its DC location in the fall of 2022, is an interactive, multi-room art installation dedicated to educating and illustrating the Black female experience. The fully immersive museum experience is for all ages. The museum wants each guest to leave the experience feeling motivated and inspired to create their own beautiful stories and history. Tickets can be reserved online.
1256 4th Street NE, Washington, DC 20002
The Park at 14th
Overlooking historic Franklin Square, The Park at 14th is a versatile restaurant and lounge that boasts a menu of delectable contemporary American cuisine served up in warm and vibrant surroundings. Dinner is served Thursdays and Fridays starting at 5 p.m. Reservations are suggested. Private receptions and buyouts are embraced. From menu planning to decorations, flowers to entertainment, transportation to music - The Park will transform your function into a cherished memory.
920 14th Street NW, Washington, DC 20005
The District Pit BBQ Catering Company
The District Pit
DC native Roger Sherman grew up eating his mother's Kentucky-style, Southern cooking. You can tell barbecue is his passion by the way Roger describes the smallest details of smoking poultry, ribs, pork and beef, and The District Pit uses a specific wood for each type of meat. Sherman's hand-crafted rubs are a perfect blend of exotic herbs and spices. Visit the Pit's website for details on how to book.
Fish Scale
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Chef Brandon is the mastermind behind Fish Scale, which offers signature burgers, cheesesteaks and tacos crafted from wild-caught fish. Brandon did his externship at BlackSalt restaurant in Washington, D.C and graduated from L'Academie de Cuisine. After encouragement from his sister Kristal, Brandon initially began Fish Scale as a booth at a local farmers' market. Now, you can visit Brandon's storefront near The Howard Theatre.
637 Florida Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20001
Anacostia Playhouse
In 2012, Adele Robey and her daughter, Julia Robey Christian, co-founded the Anacostia Playhouse and the following summer, the venue opened its doors in the Anacostia Historic District. The theater is located in a place of both rich history and great promise, with exciting programming and a diverse audience base that is part of the movement to restore nighttime vigor to Historic Anacostia. The Playhouse is both a rental facility and a producing organization.
2020 Shannon Place SE, Washington, DC 20020
Flowers by Alexes
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Flowers By Alexes is a locally owned flower shop with floral designers that use their creative talent to share a love of flowers with the residents of DC through great design, precise attention to detail and wonderfully fresh flowers. The shop crafts both traditional and contemporary bouquets, with plenty of room for customization and uniqueness.
Black Broadway on U
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Black Broadway on U tours help preserve the rich legacy of the U Street corridor by introducing visitors and residents of the nation's capital to the musical and cultural heritage through fun and interactive tours that can be enjoyed in a public setting or privately. The company was founded by Shellée M. Haynesworth, an award-winning multimedia maker, storyteller and culture keeper. Visit the company's website to book a tour.
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Probably after changing some setup on my Nikon it appears photos after importing (RAW) and first read seems to be automatically processed and finally from perfectly exposed and contrasted becomes darker and less contrast. It takes 1 full second to proceed.
So do I am able to recover my original picture with no process (450 pictures of an event).
- To I need to manually adjust 450 pictures??!!
- What do I have to do on my Nikon d500?
- Is the free and finally really easy and cloud effective appèle photos suffer from this?
A raw image is just that - raw. It doesn't have in-camera processing applied. Any raw editor, other than the one supplied with your camera, will have the same issue.
That said, it doesn't mean you have to manually adjust 450 photos. You might adjust one one photo and sync the edits to the other 449 photos to get them close.
Not sure to understand. I just want the raw images to import with no processing. It is not possible?
So why do LR process images?
What setup in to set in my d500 to avoid this ?
Using Nikon Capture (first use for me), how do I'm suppose to recover images ?
You can import RAW images wiht no processing. Look if an import preset is applied.
When you photograph in RAW you have to process them. That is how RAW is mentioned to be..
There is just one setting in your d500 to avoid this and that is to photograph in jpeg. When you do, dlightning does work to. I think is better to learn about RAW.
One common cause for this is that you might have active D-lighting turned on in the camera. In that mode, it lowers the actual ISO the camera uses by about a stop to half a stop from what it shows in the display. I.e. it underexposes the image a bit. The camera will include a nikon proprietary tag in the raw file that says that this happened and Nikon software will compensate in rendering the raw file. However third party software such as Lightroom cannot read this tag and will show you the actual somewhat underexposed image.


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TheOdyssey,for Full Orchestra, is inspired by film music. Its first theme is bold andmenacing, yet is first introduced by a flute solo. A second theme is introducedby the clarinet, accompanied by the celesta and string section, the piecebuilds to a return of the first theme by the brass and string sections. Thesecond theme is further explored in a slow, lyrical section before thebeginning is reprised, and the piece ends, loud and bold.
Sophie Mathieu began studying piano atthe age of 6 and cello at the age of 11. She started composing at age 13. Shehas written solo and chamber works, and has also explored a vast diversity oflarger ensembles such as string orchestras and cello choirs. She has had thehonor of being a two time winner of the Sarah and Earnest Butler Texas YoungComposers' Competition with her 2012 work, LeFort de Vaux, as well as with her 2014 work, Somnium. Both works were premiered by the Austin Symphony Orchestrain the Long Center for the Performing Arts. Sophie's work Momentum, for string orchestra, piano, and bass drum, was given astate level award in the Reflections art competition. Her musical influencesinclude James Horner, Alexandre Desplat, Igor Stravinsky, Mason Bates, RalphVaughan Williams, and Maurice Ravel, as well as many others.
Sophie is currently a junior at Westwood High School and a memberof the Westwood High School Symphony Orchestra. She is also enrolled in theAustin Chamber Music Center Academy for Young Artists, where she enjoys playingchamber music with her friends and studying composition under Graham Reynolds.Sophie has had the opportunity to play in several masterclasses for many distinguishedartists, is a member of the Modern Music Masters MusicHonor Society, and is a two year member of the Region 26 Orchestra.


Apple may sell off its Newton personal digital assistant (PDA) division, according to a report in this mornning's Wall Street Journal.
When the first PDAs based on the Newton operating system came to market in 1992, many pundits hailed their arrival as the technology around which Apple could build a new fortune. However, Newton has since floundered under the weight of poor reviews and low sales.
The rumours come as Apple prepares to launch two new handheld products in the US: the MessagePad 2000 and eMate 300.
The Journal also suggests that Apple plans to lay off 20 per cent of its work force in the light of recent financial woes.


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Prove that the equation $1-x+\frac{x^2}{2}-\frac{x^3}{3}+....+(-1)^n\frac{x^n}{n}=0$   has one real root if $n$ is odd.
I found this question on a book containing many questions on real analysis. I don't know which chapter it is belonging from.

A: I'll denote the polynomial by $f_n(x)$.

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*Show $f_n$ has at least one real root if $n$ is odd. (This part is not difficult, and I actually would have hoped to see it in the question, so I'm completely leaving it to you.)

*Suppose $n$ is odd and $f_n$ has at least two real roots. Then by Rolle's theorem, $f_n'$ has a real root. Now look at $-f_n'(-x)$. This is a special kind of polynomial; you should be able to show it has no real roots. If you find that you can't, look back over some material on elementary complex numbers.


Looking for a walk that gives you postcard perfect views every turn you make? Keen to see some of Australia's most dramatic and stunning coastal suburbs, including, probably, the most famous beach in Australia…? Then look no further than the Bondi to Coogee coastal walk in Sydney's eastern suburbs.
Where is the Bondi to Coogee Walk?
The famous coastal walk runs from Bondi to Coogee and is a quick 10km from central Sydney, in the iconic eastern suburbs. The best part is that after this amazing walk, you have many options for the rest of the day, whether brunch at a hip café, drinks at a local pub or a scenic drive through the impressive suburbs.
The coastal walk is around 6km in each direction. It is important to remember that if you park at one end unless you want to catch a bus back, you're looking at a 12km return walk so be ready and wear comfortable walking shoes!!
How to get to Bondi or Coogee beach?
We always chose to drive to the beach as we were lucky enough to live only around a 20 minute drive. However, you can pick up a bus to the beaches which would be your best bet. Click here for NSW Transport journey planner.
If you drive, I would suggest to NOT park at Bondi beach. Besides that it is far too busy, parking is ridiculously expensive. You can pick up parking at one of the other beaches for much cheaper! Just be careful to look at the street signs to make sure you have the correct ticket otherwise you'll get whacked with a parking ticket.
Tip: unless if you're doing the return walk, the walk in my opinion is even more picturesque if you walk from Coogee to Bondi beach – so if you're only planning on walking one way then this is definitely the way to go.
Can you start the coastal walk at a different spot?
Yes! The great thing about this walk is you can pick it up at any of the beaches between Coogee and Bondi. Quite often we would park at Bronte beach and go for a morning run (quite early before the tourists get there!) and head to North Bondi and back. There are also some great cafe's for brunch at Bronte beach which we simply couldn't resist.
Tough question as it will come down to your personal fitness level, it's not easy, but it's certainly not a difficult walk, I would say it is within the low to medium range. This walk is NOT suitable for those with prams or in wheelchairs. There are a number of stairs and the pathways are quite narrow in places. There are some steep spots as well so don't think it's all smooth sailing!
I would allow 2 hours for the walk one way. This should also give you plenty of time to capture some wonderful shots.
What are some of the beaches along the walk?
If you start at Coogee, the first beach you come across (besides Coogee) is Gordon's Bay. The great thing about Gordon's Bay is that it is normally really quiet. The only people there are those who have gone out of their way to get there, or are passing through on the walk. It's a gorgeous secluded beach.
Next stop is Clovelly beach. This is an interesting beach, it's a long stretch of water surrounded by concrete with a sandy beach at the far end.
Although this next stop isn't a beach, it is worth a mention. It is of course the Waverley cemetery and probably the most scenic cemetery in the country.
The next stop is probably one of my favourite beaches in Sydney's eastern suburbs, Bronte. The beach is pretty sheltered and has plenty of space for the family to relax and enjoy a swim.
Tamarama is the next beach on the list. It is a gorgeous little beach, beach volleyball nets are set up and a few waves also. It gets pretty busy in the summer!
And last but certainly not least is of course the world famous Bondi Beach.
Bondi is also home to some awesome artworks along the length of the beach carpark. They change fairly often so each time you go, there is something new to look at!
What amenities are at the beaches?
The best thing about this walk is that most of the beaches in Sydney offer picnic tables and covered shelter, bathrooms, play areas and some have free BBQ's if you fancy cooking up a storm.
Each year, the Bondi to Tamarama walk is extremely popular and this is for the famous Sculptures by the Sea! To read more about this, click here for our full post. It is extremely popular with families and the kids just love it!
What to take on the coastal walk?
In winter months, you will need a jacket, or a windproof jacket!
For a map of the coastal walk and approximate time and distance, click here.
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Q: Find the volume of solid Use any method to find the volume of the solid obtained by rotating the region enclosed by the curves $y$=$x^2$+8 and $y$=$x$+20 about the $x$-axis. $$\\$$
Points of intersection are: $x$= -3 and $x$= 4

A: First, find the points of intersection.
Set the equations equal to each other: $x^2$+8=$x$+20, you get $x$=-3, and 4.
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The Washer's method is: $$ \int \pi(R^2 - r^2)  dx.$$

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From the graph I inserted, notice the blue line on top ($y$=$x$+20), making it the $R$. The equation $y$=$x^2$+8 is the $r$.
So you're integral will be:
$$ \int_{-3}^4 \pi((x+20)^2 - (x^2+8)^2) dx.$$

A: The inner radius is $r=x^2+8$ and the outer is $R = x + 20$. After finding the points of intersection you have, $$ \int_{-3}^4 \pi(R^2 - r^2) \ dx$$


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Whittlesea Horse & Pony Club Inc
WHERE IT ALL STARTED
HISTORY - by Mary Williamson
The Whittlesea Pony Club was the vision of the late Mary Branagan. Mary was a beautifully articulate woman, and was a secondary school teacher by profession.
Mary was an accomplished horsewoman in the showing and hunting fields, who also taught riding. It was Mary's love for the sport that she wanted to pass on, to benefit young people and share her vast knowledge.
The foundation meeting of the club was held on the first Sunday in November 1972 – the day after the Whittlesea Show, which was only a one day show at that time – at Mary's property in Fifth Avenue, Eden Park. Also present were Anne Robinson, who now resides at Learmonth; Amelia Percy (McArthur); Jenny Muir (Arthurs Creek), and Mary Williamson. Mary Branagan was nominated as President and D.C.; Anne and Amelia were Instructors (unpaid). Mary's daughter also became involved with setting up the club.
The first rally was held in late December 1972 at McDonald Reserve, and rally dates were set for the 2nd and 4th Sundays of each month.
Members were recruited, and around 7 attended the early rallies. The club slowly grew, and an enormous effort was made by those involved to transport everything that was required to each rally.
It was some years before the shed was erected, paid for by fundraising and help from the Junior Committee. My daughter, Meredith, was the first President of that group. The electricity connection to the shed was paid for by the local Lions Club.
The team competing at the Zone Level was always well attended. The purple pullover, after a lot of deliberation, was registered with the P.C.A.V.
The club always looked forward to the January rides at the Williamson's property, when the club was in recess. We also held the rallies at our property when the drainage for the Whittlesea College was under construction, as well as the Christmas break-ups.
The biggest sad event was the passing of Brian Woods on 17th May 1982. He was such an inspiration to all who knew him, and it is great that his memory is perpetuated with the contest for the shield, held each year.
We had a great team of parents and friends who were always willing to help. Safety was always paramount. We had parents who drove to meet members who rode in on the roads to rallies. Also, the gate on Laurel Street had monitors.
Many people have been associated with the Whittlesea Pony Club, as members and friends, and I guess wherever they are now, they will have wonderful memories.
Myself, I have always felt privileged to be the first Life Member, and "thank you" for the newsletters – they help keep me in touch.
Take care, and safe riding,
Mary Williamson
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Bielsko-Biała Północ – przystanek kolejowy w Bielsku-Białej, w województwie śląskim, w Polsce.

W roku 2021 przystanek obsługiwał 100–149 pasażerów na dobę.

Historia

Przystanek kolejowy został otwarty w 1973 roku głównie dla pracowników pobliskiej Fabryki Samochodów Małolitrażowych w Bielsku-Białej,  dojeżdżających pociągiem z okolic Żywca, Zwardonia i Suchej Beskidzkiej. Na peronie wybudowano przejście podziemne wraz z dodatkowym wejściem do zakładu. Pod wiatą zabudowano przeszklone poczekalnie i szalety, które zostały kompletnie zdewastowane, szalety później zlikwidowano. Na przełomie roku 2020 i 2021 został zmodernizowany. Wówczas została zabudowana nowa nawierzchnia z płyt betonowych wraz ze ścieżkami dla osób niewidomych i słabowidzących.
Zdewastowana wiata oraz elementy infrastruktury zostały zlikwidowane. W zamian zainstalowano mniejsze wiaty i elementy małej architektury z oświetleniem. Dodatkowo peron został skrócony.

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Północ

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President Barack Obama Weighs in on the Olympics, Penn State and Tim Tebow in New York
August 3, 2012 – 6:30 am by Eric Schmoldt
President Barack Obama has never been short of opinions when it comes to the world of sports. With the Olympics in session, baseball season in full stride, and football just around the corner, this time is no different.
Obama says he disagrees with LeBron James and Kobe Bryant that they could beat the original Dream Team, and that he's told them that. He also has a few concerns about how the situation with Tim Tebow is going to work now that he's with the New York Jets.
President Barack Obama joined WNBS in Columbus with The Common Man and The Torg to discuss being a White Sox fan, going to baseball games, this year's Olympic men's basketball team's comments about the Dream Team, the women's gymnastics team winning gold, the Penn State scandal and Tim Tebow in New York.
On being a fan of the White Sox:
"There are two kinds of Sox fans. There are folks who just root for the Sox, and then there are folks who hate the Cubs. And I'm in the former category. I'm not a Cubs hater. In fact, I feel bad that it's been a hundred and something years. … I will say Wrigley is a great park. There's nothing better than a summer afternoon, having a beer, watching a game at Wrigley."
When you go to a game, do you have to have like 20 people sip your beer before you can drink it?:
"No, the truth is that when I go to a game these days, it's not that bad. The only games I've gone to are Nationals games and usually they have to put me in a box just for security. Other than that, I can pretty much do whatever I want."
What did you think about LeBron James and Kobe Bryant thinking this Olympics team could beat the Dream Team?:
"I've got to tell you, I disagree with them on this, and I've told them this. There are two reasons for it. One is, they don't have big guys inside. That original Dream Team, you had Barkley, you had Ewing, you had David Robinson, you had Karl Malone. I don't know who it is that's guarding those guys down low. The other thing is, the nature of basketball worldwide has just changed, so there's no way that those guys can be as dominant. … The separation between us and the other countries was so great back then."
On the women's gymnastics team that won gold:
"I don't know anything about gymnastics, but when I watch these 15- and 16-year-old girls, I can't even walk across that balance beam and they're doing backflips and this and that. I don't know how any human does it. They're just amazing. And the mental toughness that they have, if they slip, they're out. In basketball, if you miss five shots, you might get hot and make the next five."
Did the punishment fit the crime for the Penn State scandal?:
"I think it does. I have been a big admirer of Penn State football. Obviously Joe Paterno was a great football coach, but there are some things that are just more important than sports. And making sure our kids are safe is more important than sports. I think it was appropriate to send that message that we have bigger priorities here."
What do you think about Tim Tebow and his situation now with the Jets?:
"I've got to tell you, I don't like the idea of a quarterback controversy at the start of a season. If I were a Jets fan, I'd be pretty nervous. Sanchez is not Tom Brady yet, but he led them to the playoffs two years in a row. I think Tim Tebow seems to be a wonderful young man and he's got just a great, winning attitude … but there's going to be a lot of tension in that situation."
Listen to Barack Obama on WNBS in Columbus here
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The Making of the Leica M9 | A Continuous Lean.
There are things in this world that one needs and there are things that one wants. The Lecia M9 is most decidedly living in the want category. The below videos show the assembly process of these beautiful German made cameras, showing you exactly what goes into making such a fine machine. Because what could be better than seeing something amazing being made, even if that thing is far too expensive for you to own.
All price considerations aside, there is no doubt that Leica makes the best looking digital cameras in the world. And owning a Lecia camera of this magnitude takes your snob factor to otherwise unprecedented and historic heights – which is a nice added bonus. Thank goodness for the factory nerds that made this video and for all of the menswear inspiration Tumblrs of the world that allow us to live vicariously through the internets while our bank accounts rest soundly in their beds. Because for this much money ($6,995.00) I would want a free trip to Germany to take European delivery (a la Porsche) of my new M9. It couldn't possibly get much more snobby than that. The good news is, it doesn't cost anything to dream.
For a fraction of the price, you could still get a Leica M3 or M4 body for a several hundred (instead of thousand) if you shoot film. No batteries required. However, it's always the lenses that will stick it to your wallet. Regardless, Leica makes one fine camera with their rangefinder. It's iconic status has stood the test of time. I just wish I had a little more time to enjoy shooting Kodachrome with my M4.
Oh, also, I'd HIGHLY recommend the Lumix GF1 or Olympus EP-2 if you can't afford the Leica but still want to shoot in a digital rangefinder manner.
I like film but also have been lusting after the M9 .
I told myself don't even consider it until , going forward , I take 10 great photos with my current camera , a Leica D-Lux 4 .
Leica X-1 Black is also sweet , and only $1995 .
Ok , with viewfinder and grip it's $2469 .
Having lots of fun with Hipstamatic in the meantime .
Waiting for this one too .
Final MSRP is TBA .
I visited the Leica factory a few years back in the small German town where it has been since ist beginning. Interesting factory tour and learning some of the history. Traveled there by train from Frankfurt, got dropped off trackside and wandered till I found the factory. When I was ready to return to Frankfurt I went down to the train track — I vaguely recall a pickup sign along the railway and waited their for the train. Maybe it was the Leica rail drop off point..who knows? Eventually it arrived and we traveled thru the countryside back to Frankfurt. I recall some magnificent castles on the hilltops in the distance. I felt a bit naughty wandering the Leica factory with a Canon EOS around my neck.
I never did find out if the town has a proper train station and had no idea where the town centre was as the track and the factory are on the outskirts and the area was completely deserted…I think everyone had gone to their jobs that day.
Thank you for posting these videos. I very much enjoyed watching them. I need to start saving!
As a brief aside, you probably are aware of, but in case you & your readers aren't, today (12.30.2010) is the last day that Kodachrome film is being processed in the United States in Kansas at an outfit called Dwayne's Photo.
I spent a bit of time thinking about this & have very mixed feelings about it. The owner of Dwayne's says it "isn't the end of photography, but it is the end of an era". He indicated that every cell phone now has a camera attached to it, suggesting that prevalence of technology led to the downfall of Kodachrome. I think if anything, cell phone cameras cheapen the experience of taking pictures.
I suppose I have mixed feelings about it partly because of nostalgia, but also an inner sense that if something has stood the test of time & isn't broken, why get rid of it? When the car came along we didn't exterminate all horses did we? I sometimes have a contrarian viewpoint, even though most people think of me as a "geek" & lover of technology.
I'm not convinced everything is "progress".
Maybe you can discuss this at some point.
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I'm sure Leica had this taken down.


Since childhood, I've had a weakness for Bengali sweets like Soft Rasgullas, Rasmalai and Sandesh, just because they have a juicy and rich texture made of ricotta cheese and khoya, and combined with "ras", made with either sugar syrup or milk, these delicious indian sweets never fail to impress! "Rasogullas", as they are called in West bengal, are favorites with not just the locals, people around the country love them. They have a fake reputation of being hard to make at home. But I'd seen my mom make these when I was young, so it gave me enough strength to try making them myself. After some hesitation, a bit of aprehension, and a mindset to not feel bad if they didn't turn out well, I was surprised to find that my rasgullas were actually pretty good!
I had a big batch of homemade paneer and as RCI-Bengal was around the corner, I decided to try a hand at my favourite indian sweet. The recipe is simple, its just the pressure-cooking part that makes you apprehensive. I have added some tips to keep your rasgullas soft, and hope they help you in your sweet venture too! Remember, its definitely worth the effort!
Take the paneer at room temperature, add 2 tsp of flour and crumble this mixture in a food processor. Pulse coarsely for 30 to 40 seconds.
To make the sugar syrup, pour 3 cups of water in a pressure cooker. Add 1 cup sugar(keep the other 1 cup for later) and bring this to a boil on medium heat.
Meanwhile knead the ricotta cheese mixture again for about 1 minute using your hands. Rub it against the palms to make it smooth; remember, the more you knead the softer the rasgullas will be, and the easier it would be to shape them.
Now divide the mixture into 15 equal sized portions and roll them into balls or any other desired shapes. I have made rasmalai before, hence find it easier to shape these into flatter discs as it gets cooked faster.
When the sugar syrup comes to a boil, gently drop the rasgulla balls into the syrup. Close the cooker and pressure cook for about 7-8 mins. After one whistle, wait for 5 minutes and turn off the stove.
Do not overcook, else the rasgullas will become too hard. It's generally good to wait for one whistle to go off, then turn off heat and check if the balls are cooked. They should approximately double in size and become fluffy. If you think they are not done yet, cover the lid, without the whistle, and cook for another 5 mins or so at medium heat.
Open the cooker after 10 minutes and add the cardamom powder to the syrup and stir gently. Add another 1 cup of sugar and let it boil. Take the saffron strands and place in 2 tbsp warm water. Microwave for 1 minute, when it starts bleeding, add the saffron water to the sugar syrup to evenly flavor and color the entire sugar syrup.
Allow the rasgullas to cool before transferring them to a container and refrigerate till ready to use. If you do not have a pressure cooker, you can do this is a large crockpot too. Just keep it covered to allow steam to build and cook the rasgullas.
How To Make Rasgullas Soft?
3. Do not let the cheese balls sit long; immediately cook them in the sugar syrup to keep them soft and allow them to puff up.
When serving, layer the rasgullas, add a generous helping of the syrup and garnish with chopped pistachios or saffron strands. Serve chilled and enjoy a traditional Bengali sweet! To make Kesar Rasmalai instead, follow the exact same recipe but use milk instead of sugar syrup.
Wow u made this at home.
I always thought they are so difficult to make.
These look so pretty! I've never seen a dessert with saffron in it before. Really fascinating. Your dishes always surprise me.
swati - good food should make everyoone happy!
SDcook - saffron is used in quite a few indian desserts for aroma, flavor and color in varying degrees...I personally love it and like to use if often:) you should try it too!
your rasagullas are mouthwatering..they are my fav too..thanks for ur tips too dear..
Ragulla looks very tempting, awesome jus divine, thanxx for tips mansi..
you should try this recipe ppl..as i said, its not as hard as it looks!
This looks excellent! I love Indian sweets and while I experiment with Indian cooking here and there, I've never tried to make a dessert yet. Very nice work!
hi mansi loved your rasgulla..though it comes in different color, i loved your style and its color. well done..so when can i come ?
Wow....the rasgullas look great.Bookmarked to try it.
this looks awesome!!! I am going to make it this weekend.
when u said u made rasogollas, i came running but u had only reached the cheese stage then..lets trade.. i love rasogulls or rasgullas too..how much time did it take start to finish?
I love these types of sweets, this looks so delicious.
I wonder that u can make spicy and sweet dishes both perfectly. U are really versatile cook buddy...!I also wonder tht ur Rasgulla recipe in pressure cooker...??? I hesitate that Rasgulla shouldn't get burst/tear while cooking. But, I must try it. I love ur all recipes.
I appreciate the way of ur sharing and efforts buddy. Keep it up.
This is a great recipe, it looks so edible - yum yum! We dont have anything like this in England so i will try and make (a poor) attempt at one on the weekend but it looks so difficult :(.
another query. did you pour the sugar syrup directly into the pressure cooker or keep some water in the cooker and then boil the syrup in another vessel ?thanks coz mine truend out to be soft and porous but not that porous.
As long as your Rasgullas came out soft, I think you nailed the recipe!:) hope this helps!
cook the gullas in 1 or 2 cup boiling sugar syrup, keeping 1 cup sugar aside; after they puff up, remove them, make sure they are cooked through and have become soft. If not, let them cook for some more time in the same syrup.
After removing the gullas, add the remaining 1 cup sugar, boil to make a thick syrup; do not stir the syrup, just allow it to boil, then remove from heat. Once it cools down to room temp, you can pour it over the cheese-balls, so they become evenly sweet and stay soft till its time to serve.
hi , have just made the rasgulla . they are so simple to make and they turned out so soft ....thanks for the way you explained it and cooking in the cooker was so easy and fun ...thanks a ton i enjoyed making it at home .
Just a minor correction. Rasgullas were invented in Orissa. So technically it is not a Bengali sweet.
Love the pictures, you have illustrated. The saffron is an additional touch. Mouthwatering dish indeed.
Thanks for the tips. I'll keep them in mind. Just to let you know, Rasagolla is a traditional Oriya sweet, not Bengali. It originated in Orissa and was popularised by Bengal.
The original Oriya name is Kheermohan which was renamed as Rasagolla in Bengal.


When I do rug cleaning courses, invariably a student will say, "Just tell me how to clean it. Why do I need to know what the rug is?" Unfortunately, rug identification is not really understood by many cleaners. The ability to correctly identify commonly encountered rugs is a component of a cleaner's product knowledge that is essential to a successful business.
You do not have to know the difference between a Bibikabad and a Bijar to be a great rug cleaner, but basic rug ID skills distinguish a rug cleaner from the true professional.
So what is product knowledge? It is the rug's fiber content; the construction (machine vs. hand-made, hand-knotted, flat weave, hand-tufted or a specialty type rug); identifying problem rugs in the pre-cleaning inspection; and the country of origin.
And why rug identification? It's fun, and increases in difficulty with each level of learning, improves your professional image and helps identify potential cleaning problems.
A superior product knowledge delivers better customer service and develops trust with your customers, which can lead to additional sales. When you are talking to a customer and mention in passing what a great Bijar she owns – the cost of cleaning is no longer the issue. You are the expert who can be trusted with her rug.
Also, knowing which rugs have inherent problems (like the new Tabriz production, which are prone to dye bleeding) will allow you to address these issues with the customer during the pre-cleaning inspection and choose the appropriate cleaning method.
What are the reasons many cleaners do not have rug product knowledge? It is hard at first; there's a fear of failure; it requires extra effort; there are few instructors are qualified to teach the subject; and the big investment for the instructors to acquire rugs for class. However, training classes and teaching books do exist to help you gain this knowledge.
The next step on our "Road Map To Rug Identification" is to determine if it is hand-knotted or a specialty rug. A hand-knotted rug will clearly show the pattern on the back – without continuous visible warp yarns and you may see the wefts which, in Image 2, are purple.
Image 3 is of a 1960s to 1970s Kashan. An on-location cleaner brought this to a rug plant for correction because the wefts bled during cleaning. Knowing this era of Kashan rugs have the potential for the wefts to bleed (which does not show up on a dye bleed test) would have saved a lot of grief. The rug cleaning specialist was able to remove the blue with a little "magic," avoiding having to purchase the customer's rug, and so the day was saved.
Determine what type of hand-knotted rug you are about to clean will require doing a technical analysis: what type of knot was used; the fiber content, color and number of the warp and wefts; the design to some extent, (but it is not that reliable in coming to the final conclusion); how the ends and sides of the rug are finished; and the size of the rug is also helpful as some rugs are generally made in larger sizes, such as Heriz.
With good resource materials and knowledgeable instructors, you can learn this challenging but fun topic and become the rug expert for your customers and prevent potential problems like those with the Kashan.


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Wearable fabric generates electricity from body movement
EP&T Magazine November 17, 2021
Electronics Power Supply / Management Wearable Technology nanogenerators research Triboelectric wearables
Scientists create smart textiles that boost performance with breathable fabric and power small electronics
Using the movement of a body to charge electronic devices such as phones may soon become a reality, thanks to the work done on triboelectric nanogenerators (TENGs). But most current TENGs are not breathable, making them uncomfortable to wear. Now, researchers have developed a multilayered TENG made from electrospun fibers, silver nanowires, and a polystyrene charge storage layer that not only has a high electrical performance, but also has superior wearability.
The triboelectric effect is a phenomenon where a charge is generated on two dissimilar materials when the materials are moved apart after being in contact with each other. Triboelectric nanogenerators (TENGs) use this effect to convert mechanical motion into electrical energy. The compactness of TENGs allows them to be used as wearable devices that can harness the motion of the body to power electronics. Being wearables, the emphasis is placed on the fabric properties (such as the comfort of the material) and the charge-carrying capacity of the nanogenerators. Generally, the triboelectric materials chosen for the nanogenerator should be safe, compatible with the human body (biocompatible), flexible and breathable while being able to maintain a high electrical output performance.
Made of electrospun polyvinylidene fluoride (PVDF) and nylon, silver nanowires (AgNWs) and polystyrene (PS), the new all-fibrous composite nanogenerator (AF-TENG) can be easily incorporated into clothing, allowing it to power small electronics through everyday movements. Photo Courtesy: Figure 1 from the original article published in Nano Energy Vol. 90 Part A, reused with permission from Elsevier.
Among the many materials considered for TENGs, electrospun fibers are a promising candidate as they are lightweight, strong, and have desirable electrical properties. Electrospinning is a technique by which solutions of polymers are drawn into fibers using electrical charge. There are ongoing efforts to add metals to electrospun fibers to improve the electrostatic potential and charge-trapping capabilities. But this has led to compromises being made between the comfort and the output performance of the material.
New point of view towards wearable energy harvesters
In a recent study published in Nano Energy, researchers from the University of Fukui, Japan and Nanjing University, China have developed an all-fibrous composite layer TENG (AF-TENG) that can easily be integrated with normal cloth. "With our work, we are aiming to provide a new point of view towards wearable energy harvesters and smart textiles," says Dr Hiroaki Sakamoto, the corresponding author for the study.
The AF-TENG contains a triboelectric membrane made of two layers of electrospun fibers – one of a material called polyvinylidene fluoride (PVDF) and the other of a type of nylon. Silver nanowires cover these layers. The researchers further added a layer of electrospun polystyrene fibers between the silver nanowires and the triboelectric membrane.
Polystyrene membrane collects and traps the charge
The mechanical motion of the body while walking or running causes the triboelectric layers to gain a charge. This way, the mechanical energy is converted into electrical energy, which can be used to power electronic devices.
Normally, the charge buildup on the triboelectric surface is gradually lost or dissipated, reducing the surface charge density and the output performance of the nanogenerator. However, in this case, the added polystyrene membrane collects and traps the charge, retaining the surface charge density of the AF-TENG. The researchers used the AF-TENG to light up 126 commercial LEDs each rated at 0.06 Watt, demonstrating the feasibility of the nanogenerator. Moreover, according to Dr. Sakamoto, "The power generation device has flexibility and breathability since all components are composed of fiber materials. This device shows great potential in harvesting the static electricity from our clothes."
While TENGs are currently limited to power low-powered devices such as LEDs and calculators, improvements to the wearability and output performance are integral steps towards future wearable technology.
University of Fukui, Japan
https://www.u-fukui.ac.jp/eng/
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Capitol tree planting ends Nevada's 150th anniversary celebration
Nevada's 150th anniversary came to a ceremonial close Tuesday in Carson City with the dedication of a tree on the Capitol grounds and the awarding of memorabilia from a yearlong series of events to state museums.
By Sandra Chereb Las Vegas Review-Journal Capital Bureau
Nevada Gov. Brian Sandoval works in the Board of Examiners meeting at the Capitol, in Carson City, Nev., on Tuesday Jan. 8, 2013. ° (Cathleen Allison/Las Vegas Review-Journal)
CARSON CITY — Nevada's 150th anniversary came to a ceremonial close Tuesday in Carson City with the dedication of a tree on the Capitol grounds and the awarding of memorabilia from a yearlong series of events to state museums.
Gov. Brian Sandoval held his 1845, first edition copy of explorer John C. Fremont's journal as he helped dedicate the incense cedar tree outside the Capitol with several dozen people looking on and a herd of deer lounging on the grass. Incense cedar was first documented by Fremont in his western journeys, and bark from the tree was used by the Washoe Tribe to build winter shelter.
The trees can live for 500 years, and Sandoval quipped the latest edition to the statehouse complex will be towering when Nevada celebrates its quincentennial in 2364. The trees grow to a height of 130 to 200 feet, with a 10-foot diameter.
"Truly this was a remarkable celebration that we will remember forever," Sandoval said.
Nevada will be celebrating its 151st year of statehood this weekend.
Nevada became a state on Oct. 31, 1864. To mark its 150th milestone, Sandoval established a commission, which organized 500 events held around the state for a full year, beginning in 2013.
After the tree ceremony, the governor, members of the Nevada Sesquicentennial Commission and the public convened in the Old Assembly Chambers on the second floor of the Capitol to dedicate a permanent exhibit showcasing the celebration with memorabilia from the events.
A highlight was the "legacy saddle," designed and hand-tooled at the J.M Capriola Co. in Elko. The saddle bears the "stamp" of legendary saddle maker G.S. Garcia, whose craftsmanship in saddle making won him first place at the 1904 World's Fair. That saddle, adorned with silver, gold and diamonds, is housed at the Nevada State Museum.
Garcia's granddaughter, Dee Dee Garcia White, allowed her grandfather's stamp to be used on the intricate legacy saddle, which includes silver adornments and medallions, and the "Battle Born Nevada Proud" 150th logo.
Memorabilia from all the events will remain on temporary display in the Old Assembly Chambers before being moved to the old Senate Chambers, which has been renamed Battle Born Hall.
Contact Sandra Chereb at schereb@reviewjournal.com or 775-687-3901. Find her on Twitter: @SandraChereb
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Unclaimed property worth $44M returned by Nevada treasurer
By Bill Dentzer / RJ
The Nevada treasurer's office returned a record $44 million in unclaimed property in the past year, ranging from a nearly $930,000 payout down to a single penny.
Kamala Harris' campaign opens Nevada HQ in Las Vegas
By Rory Appleton / RJ
Two senior officials with Sen. Kamala Harris' presidential campaign discussed the importance of Nevada as a diverse early state and shared some insights on the candidate's preparations for the second national debate.
Devils Hole pupfish food supply affected by earthquakes
Video from Devils Hole shows the water level drop at least 15 feet, but the rare pupfish are "just fine" after a pair of earthquakes this month.
Sparks power outage caused by dump truck, downed line
NV Energy said about 1,660 remained without power Tuesday afternoon but all power was expected to be restored by evening.
Missing camper found, says she was chased by man with knife
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Sheryl Powell, 60, said she was told to do what he said and he would refrain from using the knife on her and her small dog.
UNR dorms damaged in blast to remain closed for 1-2 years
Both dormitories damaged in a natural gas explosion at the University of Nevada, Reno, will stay closed for at least a year and one won't reopen until the fall of 2021.
'Storm Area 51' prank on radar of Nevada businesses, military
By Christopher Lawrence / RJ
"Storm Area 51, They Can't Stop All of Us," the jokey Facebook event created by pranksters, has more than 1.2 million people pledging to "see them aliens."
Rescuers look for camper who vanished near California-Nevada border
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The Huntington Beach, California, woman was reported missing Friday by her husband after she vanished shortly after arriving at a White Mountains campground.
Las Vegas at forefront of new effort to head off veteran suicides
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Military veterans die of suicide at a far higher rate than their civilian counterparts, but Las Vegas is one of eight cities at the forefront of an effort to change that.


We were getting some fresh flowers from China Town and stumbled upon the Lucy In The Sky when we strolled around that area like a tourist one fine Sunday afternoon.
Nestled in row of pre-war shophouse in old KL, Lucy In The Sky boasts a rustic yet simplicity interior. One will greeted enthusiastically by staffs behinds the counter once stepped into the cafe. The full blast air-conditioner in the cafe definitely a bless after our walk at Petaling Street.
Exposed bricks walls and bare concrete walls paired with metal tables & contrasting colours chairs. Simply charming on its own way.
Into the second section of the cafe lies an area with more comfy sofa seats and a long communal table to accommodate bigger group of patrons. It has a great easy-going vibe which I don't mind spending my whole afternoon here sipping my cup of tea with my favourite book.
The alleyway seating receives great illumination of natural light from the roof window, the crawling plants add liveliness to the overall interior design.
Lucy In The Sky's menu features coffee, tea, beers, breakfast, soups, burgers, sandwiches, pastas, mains, cakes and pastries.
Verdict: A comfy yet stylish designed space that I would like to stop by again if I'm at the vicinity.
Business hours :8.00am – 6.00pm, closed every Monday.
I've been trying hard to find Lucy… so where is she?
I read about the food reviews too, must pay a revisit for their food!