text:
Too early to even discuss.
Where can I get the details of how to create the faces? I checked in the old thread but I'm not sure if the video that was linked there is outdated.
sorry for the absence in the last few weeks.. I will answer all questions in PM's
(expect more absence for a while)
Thanks for the answer. I'm too lazy to look at the number of NPCs in each group, so I'll just take G.
Should I change the race to DarkElfRace , etc or should it stay the same? If it must stay the same, how do I get to the Character Gen tabs?
NPCs already should have correct races and sex as in Oblivion. If not for some reason (dunno how it could have happened), then change their race.
The NPCs that I'm changing are set as DarkElf, etc but I can only see the Character Gen tabs if I set it to the Skyrim races (the ones with the Race suffix), so I take it I should change them to that?
Oh, and just to make sure, is the master file Skyblivion or Oblivion_sk? I still have both installed.
I don't know what's the problem with CK. I used the same NPC converter as in Skywind, and don't remember anyone mentioning wrong races or no access to facegen.
It seems I had the wrong master. I'll check if it works right with the other one.
It works now, thanks. While I'm working on the first face, how do I export the faces? I remember something about that they need to be exported.
You will need to upload esp, nif and dds files when finished with some letter (tga files are not needed).
I ran into a problem exporting the facegen data. After adjusting Gadeneri Ralvel's face, I selected her under Actors -> Actor, pressed ctrl-F4 and confirmed it, but I can't find the nif and dds files. I looked in the paths mentioned in the above link, and did a search for any dds files that were modified/created recently but I couldn't find it.
I don't know, it worked for me when I tried last time after running a face randomizer script. But didn't like the result, manual facegen looks better.
Ok. I'll continue with a next NPC and export them later. I take it that won't be a problem?
You can select multiple before pressing Ctrl+F4
Just to be sure, should it be in subfolders under skyrim\Data\Meshes\actors\character\FaceGenData\FaceGeom and skyrim\Data\textures\actors\character\FaceGenData\facetint?
Check wiki linkData\Meshes\actors\Character\FaceGenData\FaceGeom\Skyblivion.esm\01234567.nif
I still haven't gotten it to work. Is there anything I can try that might help? If I remember I'll post screenshots tomorrow.
Hello SkyBlivion. I'm one of the lead artists on Beyond Skyrim and I was recently made aware that your project is recreating assets in order to replace ported content. If this is the case I think we should get together some form of collaboration so that we won't be recreating the same assets.
We have a large collection of recreated tileset with High Definition texture packs, most of them are made by me. I'm willing to offer parts of my work in exchange of asset based collaboration. Assuming of course you guys are in fact re-creating assets and have something to offer in exchange.
I think that would be great. Although you'll have to hear from those in charge.
Oh my, I thought Skyblivion was a project not taken seriously because of lack of interest or some other (rather strange) reason :)
I'm a composer, singer and educated music teacher. I absolutely love Oblivion and would gladly compose for the mod. If you are going for new music/new versions of the original music that is? I saw something about just copying the files but didn't understand if that was just to begin with? Just to demo my work; here's links to two tracks of mine: the first with a more classical touch and the second a more Elder Scrolls like track from some years ago.
Until next time!
Thanks, sounds great. I think Wayfarer can be used in Skyblivion environments video right now, very atmospheric.
Unfortunately there is noone to supervise music and sounds for Skyblivion atm, so maybe you can help with Skywind meanwhile. It has a good organization for music assets.
Thanks zilav, I dropped a comment for Skywind recently too actually. I get the impression that I came into that conversation a bit late perhaps. And yeah, if there's for example a mod video that some of my music would fit that's perfect. And I'll be composing more Elder Scrolls like tunes in the time to come.
I arrived here from the link in the video saying that you could use some help. I don't mind doing some navmeshing. That's easy work. But, I wouldn't know where to start. Is there a particular thread or area I should look at for guidance in that regard?
i wish to contribute...im curious if the priorities have been updated lately...and if so...PM me about whats top priority and get me going (if not...set me up for navmeshing)
All helpers please refer to Skywind development threads, they have a lot of jobs opened. And this is how you join the team and can help later with Skyblivion too.
I haven't gotten around to the CK again, but I was wondering. If I do the facegen and upload the esp, will it be possible for someone else to export the nif and dds files? That way I can do what my CK allows me to do, and exporting doesn't take as long.
I can, but it means an extra work for me. Also without generating those, you can't check yourself how NPCs look in game, and that is not good. But still, any handmade facegen is better than none at all.
So do you think I should continue generating it? I'll check again if I manage to find the problem, but I've also been told that the CK has a reputation for weird issues and our internet isn't reliable so I'd prefer not to have to re-install a bunch of stuff from the net.
As I said, anything handmade is better than nothing at all.
snafredson wrote:
Thanks zilav, I dropped a comment for Skywind recently too actually. I get the impression that I came into that conversation a bit late perhaps. And yeah, if there's for example a mod video that some of my music would fit that's perfect. And I'll be composing more Elder Scrolls like tunes in the time to come.
Has anyone coordinated with you yet? Let me know...
just throwin this out there; i can do some voice acting if needed. PM me if it is :D i'm always glad to help
just throwin this out there; i can do some voice acting if needed. PM me if it is :D I'm always glad to help
We wont need voice acting
I would love to collaborate with the project. TES IV: Oblivion was my entry on the saga and I keep a great feeling about it so the Oblivion-Skyrim mix is a phenomenal idea imho.
My knowledge about programming or modeling is so bad so I'm in with the Facegen if there's any free slot for me there.
PD: I'm from Spain and my english kinda sucks, sorry about it :)
Just check the spreadsheet in the first post, and say what letter you'll do.
as Johan said look at the spreadsheet and pick a letter that isnt being worked on :)
Thank you both for the reply. But what means each letter? If I choose the D, for example, I make the faces of the people that start with that letter?
Yes. It's like they said to me (I can't remember who said it). If you choose M, then you do all characters whose names start with M (Martin, etc).
Johann wrote:
Yes. It's like they said to me (I can't remember who said it). If you choose M, then you do all characters whose names start with M (Martin, etc).
Ok, so many thanks!
So, I will start with the F and, if its posibble, the H.
Master file for facegen and other taks
Can you also upload the latest Sky-blivion un-stripped esm? and a guide on how to install it? i'd like to take a stab at fixing some things.
The only fixing tasks that require full master are navmeshing, quests and lighting overhaul similar to RLO and ELFX mods for Skyrim. And those are quite big and time consuming jobs also needed in Skywind, so you better start there, become a contributor (and gain access to full Skyblivion) and work on Skyblivion later.
Other minor tasks are doable with the master I posted. For example all books and notes use the same art object when reading, so someone need to go through all of them and assign more appropriate models.
From the lack of response I take it you guys are not interested in asset collaboration with Beyond Skyrim? By the looks of it, you guys aren't actually recreating environmental assets yet, so I'm guessing that's the reason.
If you change your mind drop by out forums at Dark Creations, our work is of a higher quality than that of Oblivion, se we expect the same in return.
Kind Regards, Markus Liberty
-Environment artist
It is just because there is noone to reply. There is no Skyblivion "team", no leaders, no modelers, etc. Just nobody who can even reply to your question. Everyone is working on Skywind.
I didn't know that, thanks for the information Zilav.
Kind Regards, Markus Liberty
-Environment artist
I wish to take a block but which NPCs are in What block?


text:
An event every week that begins at 2:00 pm on Wednesday, repeating until December 18, 2019
Join NSLM every Wednesday at 2 p.m. for a personalized peek at traveling exhibitions, new acquisitions or permanent collections pieces. No two talks are alike.
Reservations are not required and admission is free!
Visit Middleburg is produced by the Middleburg Business and Professional Association,
a membership-based organization. Find out more
MBPA, P.O. BOX 1384 Middleburg, VA 20118 | email@example.com

subset: commoncrawl


text:
Sunday, 6pm
Do desperate times call for desperate measures? Does God still reign when a godless world seems to rule without restraint? Should we compromise our faith to function in a faithless world? And if not, how should we live like God still reigns? if you've ever thought these questions, then this series on the book of Daniel is for you!
Wednesday, 7pm
The Bible is written to teach us who God is and how we can have a verticle relationship with Him, but have you ever needed some divine intruction on the horizontal relationships of everyday life? Then don't miss this common sense approach to the wisest instructions on life!
(currently this series is not available online)


text:
LAB activity
- October 14th, 2013
- Posted in D250 Laboratories
The LAB activity seems to be poor if you take a look at the posting dates on this website. Nothing is further from the truth. Actually we are too busy, to write posts! I'm happy to announce, that the LAB is expanding! We are starting a workgroup, where we teach, collaborate, and work together, in a more professional way.
As a contribution from our internal works, we released a mediawiki Language Tag extension


text:
News | December 31, 1969
Images of Pakistan Flood Disaster
|ASTER Captures New Image of Pakistan Flooding
ASTER image from Aug. 18, 2010, shows the extent of flooding in and around the city of Sukkur in Pakistan's Sindh Province. The Indus River, Pakistan's longest, snakes vertically through the image. Image credit: NASA/GSFC/METI/ERSDAC/JAROS, and U.S./Japan ASTER Science Team
› Full image and caption
| NASA's CloudSat Spots Beginning of Pakistan Floods
NASA's CloudSat captured the early genesis of the Pakistan flooding on July 28, 2010. The MODIS image from NASA's Aqua spacecraft shows the thunderstorms present at the time, along with the path of the CloudSat satellite (blue line). Image credit: NASA/JPL-The Cooperative Institute for Research in the Atmosphere, Colorado State University
› Full image and caption
|NASA's MISR Tracks Massive Flooding in Pakistan
This image pair shows perspective views of the flooding in Pakistan, taken approximately one year apart by the MISR instrument on NASA's Terra spacecraft. The left image was taken Aug. 8, 2009; the right image was taken on Aug. 11, 2010. Water appears as shades of blue and blue-green. Image credit: NASA/GSFC/LaRC/JPL, MISR Team
› Full image and caption
|NASA's AIRS Instrument Captures Before/After Views of Pakistan Flooding
AIRS false-color before and after images of the flooding in southern Pakistan and Sindh Province, taken July 9, 2010 (left), and Aug. 10, 2010 (right). Image credit: NASA/JPL
› Full image and caption
|NASA's AIRS Detects Extent of Pakistan Flooding
Surface emission data from AMSU, part of the AIRS instrument suite aboard NASA's Aqua spacecraft, are used to estimate how much of the land surface has been flooded in Pakistan. Image credit: NASA/JPL
› Full image and caption


text:
Oskar Blues has made a few changes to one of its year-round offerings, Gubna, in anticipation of introducing a new seasonal beer in July.
The Longmont-based brewery has tweaked the recipe for the massive 10 percent ABV, 100-plus IBU rye IPA -- which debuted in a can in March 2010 -- adding Cascade hops on top of the Summit hops that were already being used.
See also: - Oskar Blues goes big with its 19.2-ounce Royal Pints of Dale's Pale Ale - Oskar Blues and Sun King brew a second collaboration beer for #GABF - Oskar Blues reveals label for its 2012 Deviant Dale's tallboys
"It was launched as a single-hopped beer...as an experiment in trying to get 100 IBUs out of a single hop," says Oskar Blues spokesman Chad Melis. (IBUs, or international bittering units, are used to measure the bitterness in beer provided by the hops.) "But we dig playing around with hops, so this year, we added Cascade to the mix, which changes the aroma a little bit and the overall taste of the beer."
Gubna, which returns to shelves this week, will also go back to being a spring seasonal, available only in March, April and May in four-packs that cost $14.99.
The beer started off as a seasonal, but became a year-round offering in 2012 because it generated so much buzz, Melis says. "A lot of people were challenged by it. It was polarizing in some cases and it became a beer that people either loved it or they hated it."
In June, Oskar Blues will debut a new seasonal beer, although Melis says the brewery isn't sure yet what it will be. The brewery has rolled out a few new styles of cans over the past year, including a bottle-shaped can aluminum can with a twist-off top and a 19.2- ounce royal pint. Melis says he isn't sure yet what style of can the new beer will be in.
We Believe Local Journalism is Critical to the Life of a City
Engaging with our readers is essential to Westword's mission. Make a financial contribution or sign up for a newsletter, and help us keep telling Denver's stories with no paywalls.
Support Our Journalism
Westword's Beer Man on Twitter at @ColoBeerMan and on Facebook at Colo BeerMan


text:
Dear Friends, welcome to our website!
We are located in the sunny California, about 30 miles south of Los Angeles and work with customers worldwide. Our work is driven by one main idea: we think about our customers as our partners. The goal of this partnership is mutual prosperity. It's a pleasure for us to provide convenient tools that give you clear vision of your business. They are both easy and enjoyable to use in your daily routine. Our work impacts all aspects of your business - either through a shipping invoice that you generate, a commission report that you run or a company dashboard that you look at each morning.
Sincerely, Vardan and Alexander
Yellowfin Business Intelligence
The best Collaborative BI solution on the market. Need Dashboards? Full Permissions and Security? In-Depth Data Exploration? Yellowfin BI does all this and much more.
Fishbowl Reports
Need a Shipping Invoice? A Sales Report? Want to Plan your production and print shipping labels? Look at your Fishbowl data the way you want to - without the limitations that come with built-in reports!
Klipfolio Dashboards
Dashboards are the easiest way to monitor the health of your business. Help your warehouse see what orders need to ship next! Give your executive team the snapshots of the business! Motivate your Sales People with Performance KPI's!
Our Mission
VA Partners are passionate about driving the customer success through business intelligence.Taking creative approach to both issues and goals of our clients, we come up with solutions where many others give up or fail.The result of our work is used every day in making decisions, increasing sales, simplifying operations, and improving cash flow. We take a long-term view of relationship with our customers. One of the best parts of our job is seeing the positive transformations of businesses in present and achievement of their future goals.
Analyze your data today to ensure success tomorrow!


text:
Thank you for listening to the Classic Rock Lounge. For five years, we produced an unmistakable mix of Classic Rock, Metal and Alternative Rock. The station ceased broadcasting on New Year's Eve, 2017.
Founded in 2011, this station has been the volunteer-run hobby project of classic rock fans spread over two continents for many years. Sadly, as a non-commercial web radio station in an ever-changing music licensing landscape, we are struggling to pay for the costs of operating this station, and other commitments leave our volunteers little time for the day-to-day business of running the Classic Rock Lounge.
We would like to thank our listeners from around the world for their loyalty over the years.
Special thanks to the volunteers who have been contributing their time to the station: Dee, Dave, Marty, Niels and Marcus.
We would also like to acknowledge two of our most loyal listeners, Martin and Kirsty, who have with us since the beginning when we used to broadcast for a hand full of people.
And who knows… we might be back one day!


text:
Daily Archives: May 22, 2014
The gentle nature of friendship
by cheri I remember visiting my grandparent's home in Oakland in the late 50's. On the wall of their kitchen nook was a framed cross-stitched message in blue which read, " To Have a Friend, Be One." What an order! … Continue reading
Posted in Life Tagged 1st person, the reciprocal nature of friendship 30 Comments


text:
Geraldine loveless
Geraldine encourages students to explore science concepts and utilize tech tools to apply these understandings to real life challenges. Her students work with apps, software, and lab experiments to explore problems and develop understandings, then use tinkerCAD, 3D printing, and other build materials to create solutions. Geraldine has presented her innovative work with students at CAIS, T4SJ, NAIS, and ISTE. She earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Biological Sciences at the University of Pittsburgh, and earned a Master of Arts in Education with a concentration in Secondary Science at Loyola Marymount University. Geraldine presently teaches 7th and 8th grade science at Windward School.
kevin kloeker
Kevin has been teaching science for nine years, and has always had an inclination to teach via a project-based curriculum. Kevin's philosophy on science education stems form a belief that students should be learning how to test for and solve problems rather than studying facts and content. Because last year was his first at Windward, Kevin was introduced to Challenge Based Learning in an official context and was able to move CBL at Windward to the next level thanks to help of parents, colleagues, and the community in which the students work. This year, Kevin is excited to work with the African Leadership Academy to grow Windward's CBL Program and Challenge Based Learning as a whole as a global initiative.


text:
Having been a fan of Liz Earle for a few years now (my obsession with their products started here), I'd only ever purchased their products online and so when I was invited to their Guildford branch in Surrey for an evening of bubbles, truffles and beauty demonstrations I literally jumped at the chance.
The demonstrations were held by one of Liz Earle's beauty specialists, Sarah, (she was brilliant) who gave a step by step 'Countdown to Gorgeous' for this party season using a range of their amazing products:
7 Days to go until the big party- Drink plenty of water to keep your skin hydrated and looking healthy. They recommended drinking up to eight glasses of water a day (sipping little and often) to help flush out those nasty toxins and to leave your skin looking plump and fresh.
5 Days to go- Smooth your body- body brushing is something that I started doing before our wedding. Liz Earle has a gorgeous natural bristle brush which I use before the shower to brush away dead skin (yuk!) and you really do notice how much smoother your skin is after showering. They then recommend using their Nourishing Botanical Body Cream to leave your skin soft and moisturised.
2 Days to go- Silky Skin- After waxing and shaving they suggested a genius idea of using their Botanical After-Sun Gel which can relieve any red and irritable skin that shaving and waxing can cause. Usually our after sun gels are by now pushed to the back of the cupboard until next summer, which by then are sometimes dried up or mouldy and so discarded, so it's a great idea to make use of them throughout the winter season too.
1 Day to go- Cheat a Facial- Aside from your usual cleanse, tone and moisturise, it's always good to teat your face to a home face mask every now and then. Liz Earle suggest using their Intensive Nourishing Treatment Mask to give your skin a little extra pampered glow before your big night out. I use this product every so often and it never fails to leave my skin feeling soft, smooth and refreshed. It's a perfect treat whilst having a bath and reading a good book!
1 Hour to go- Finishing Touches– I'm a little new to their make up range and being invited to this evening was a brilliant way at getting to explore their range. They have a gorgeous collection of nail varnishes, lip sticks, eye shadows, lip glosses, powders and creams. All of which will leave you looking absolutely gorgeous for that Christmas party! My new particular favourite is the Sheer Lip Gloss Guava which is pink and girly and simply gorgeous that I had to treat myself (I couldn't wait for Christmas!)
|I will definitely be asking the big man for this in my stocking!
|My gorgeous sister in law and one of my bestest buds!
|Just a few treats…!
We had such a lovely evening and I came home with a few new products that I absolutely love and have used everyday since. The staff were so welcoming, helpful and passionate about the products that you know you are in good hands. I will most definitely be making another trip to the store soon, but perhaps I'll wait and see what Father Christmas brings me first. I have been a good girl after all.
For product details and prices please check out their website Liz Earle.
What are your beauty preparations and regimes for the party season?
Until next time,
With Love & Beauty Stuff,
Katie x
Disclaimer- 'Countdown to Gorgeous' courtesy of Liz Earle.


text:
I can't even say that what we've been doing since returning from New York is surviving. We haven't even been doing as well as that! I'm finally starting to pull out of (hopefully for good) the funk that I've been in, and I've started to clean our disaster of a house this past week. I was excited to finally feel like I could REALLY clean because Nami has continually been gracing us with his poop-art that he's decorated the house with.
It's difficult for me to not feel bad for myself sometimes as I try to contain Nami. I can't even let my guard down for a second (literally) before disaster strikes. I've blogged about a couple incidents before in A TORNADO STRIKES NAMED NAMI and ONE OF THOSE DAYS. I've find myself wishing over and over again that I could afford to Nami-proof my house. Here are a few reasons why:
- Despite my efforts to keep Nami contained in, or out, or certain rooms, Nami can now break off the knob covers and escape.
- Meal time is chaotic to say the least. We have to keep the kitchen table pushed up against the counter to keep Nami from knocking everything off the counter. During meal time, I'm constantly having to run back and forth around the counter to pull Nami of the table and/or counter. When dinner is over, we have to fold the chairs up immediately and put them right up and put them up against the wall. Oh, and watch your head at all times so that it doesn't hit the light fixture.
- We try to keep Nami out of the kitchen with this gate. Despite reinforcing in with Velcro and tying rope all the way around the refrigerator and then through the gate. All this has done is buy us about 2.3 seconds extra time to catch Nami before he destroys the kitchen.
- When Nami does get past the gate, he throws everything from the counters onto the floor and everything in the sink onto the ground. If it is glass, it will be shattered. This past week, Nami got back into the kitchen, grabbed a sharp knife without me seeing, and threw it right at me. It flew within an inch of my face!
- When I am successful at keeping Nami out of the kitchen (because I stand guard of the gate while working in the kitchen) he will start to get toys and throw them at the items on the counter to knock them off. If that doesn't work, he will chuck them at me. If I don't have food for him right when he wants it, he will go to the fridge and push the water and get everything wet.
- Not only does Nami throw toys, he throws furniture. This is our start in trying to fix the hole he made in the wall when he threw a chair and the leg went through the wall. Nami kicks and hits the walls so hard right now I fear that he is going to actually end up kicking a hole in the wall. My mom suggested putting metal paneling around the base of our house. It's a good idea, but it made me laugh because I knew we'd have to go at least 1/2 way up the walls in order to protect them. ;)
- I finally decided I need something for me. I hate being in my kitchen/family room, because it's so stressful. So, I found a very affordable electric fireplace/entertainment center and rearranged the room. Just seeing the fire's flame, even though it is fake, has had a very calming effect on me. This setup will not last. Nami has already started to climb on the speakers to get on top, is messing with all the electronics, and that chair will not be able to remain at the piano. But at least I've been able to enjoy it for two days.
- I still need to fix a couple other things. First, our couches are so worn from Nami's STIMMING. We can't afford new couches, but slipcovers are on the way.
- I will also need to figure out what to do about the gate at the stairs that Nami tore down this week. We originally put it up because he had a seizure and fell down the stairs a couple years ago. Now the gate is broken. What to do, what to do?
- It's a good thing I already set up the fireplace, because after Nami's tactics yesterday, I wouldn't have bought it. He somehow got into the laundry room. I usually have a stand in front of the washing machine so he can't get into the machine, but I was in the middle of doing the laundry, so it must have been out. He got in the machine, pulled on the rubber ring and ripped the entire thing in two. Salesi started the next load, not noticing the rip, and next thing we know our entire floor had about 1/2 inch of water on it that had spilled out of the machine. We had to go straight and buy another machine.
I often find myself screaming, "COULD SOMEONE PLEASE JUST NAMI-PROOF MY HOUSE?!?!"
On a happier note, Nami is having so many less seizures! I will take "Nami the Destroyer" (nicknamed by Uncle Jon) over seizing Nami any day!


text:
THIS IS HUGE! Coming in… Florida might halt all Foreclosures…While pending investigation of MILLS!
Do what is right and protect these families. This involves children that do not understand what is going on. I lost my home to this fraud and they do not have to go through my stressful experience. You set new rules and these foreclosure mills continued to ignore you. What is it going to take?
Supreme Court spokesman Craig Waters said Friday that the court was preparing a response, but did not elaborate.
All anyone has to do is click the link below for all the evidence I included of this massive nationwide fraud of all of Fannie and Freddie Baron's:
FORECLOSURE FRAUD LETTER TO FANNIE MAE FROM GRAYSON, FRANK and BROWN
Creed of Professionalism
I revere the law, the judicial system, and the legal profession and will at all times in my professional
and private lives uphold the dignity and esteem of each.
I will further my profession's devotion to public service and to the public good.
I will strictly adhere to the spirit as well as the letter of my profession's code of ethics, to the extent
that the law permits and will at all times be guided by a fundamental sense of honor, integrity, and fair
I will not knowingly misstate, distort, or improperly exaggerate any fact or opinion and will not
improperly permit my silence or inaction to mislead anyone.
I will conduct myself to assure the just, speedy and inexpensive determination of every action and
resolution of every controversy.
I will abstain from all rude, disruptive, disrespectful, and abusive behavior and will at all times act
with dignity, decency, and courtesy.
I will respect the time and commitments of others.
I will be diligent and punctual in communicating with others and in fulfilling commitments.
I will exercise independent judgment and will not be governed by a client's ill will or deceit.
My word is my bond.
Oath of Admission to The Florida Bar
The general principles which should ever control the lawyer in the practice of the legal profession
are clearly set forth in the following oath of admission to the Bar, which the lawyer is sworn on
admission to obey and for the willful violation to which disbarment may be had.
"I do solemnly swear:
"I will support the Constitution of the United States and the Constitution of the State of Florida;
"I will maintain the respect due to courts of justice and judicial officers;
"I will not counsel or maintain any suit or proceedings which shall appear to me to be unjust, nor
any defense except such as I believe to be honestly debatable under the law of the land;
"I will employ for the purpose of maintaining the causes confided to me such means only as are
consistent with truth and honor, and will never seek to mislead the judge or jury by any artifice or false
statement of fact or law;
"I will maintain the confidence and preserve inviolate the secrets of my clients, and will accept no
compensation in connection with their business except from them or with their knowledge and approval;
"I will abstain from all offensive personality and advance no fact prejudicial to the honor or reputation
of a party or witness, unless required by the justice of the cause with which I am charged;
"I will never reject, from any consideration personal to myself, the cause of the defenseless or
oppressed, or delay anyone's cause for lucre or malice. So help me God."
© 2010-19 FORECLOSURE FRAUD | by DinSFLA. All rights reserved.


text:
family breakdown
Hannah's problems began when her family home burnt down.
'We got temporary accommodation, but my parents kept fighting in the house so I left to go to my sister's. But her house became overcrowded because she had two kids so I couldn't be there anymore.'
Hannah didn't feel comfortable with the idea of living with her parents again. Eventually, she came to Centrepoint.
'At first I was happy then I got depressed by my own company. I'm used to hearing my family run around in the house and now I'm just in a room by myself. For a long time I left it as a shoebox room, there was nothing in it that represented me.'
Hannah took time to decorate her room and settle in; she'd always felt a little different from her peers.
'I don't speak much slang. I was brought up in an area people like to call rough - so I don't know why I speak the way I do.'
She hasn't followed the crowd on her career path either.
'When I was little my mum used to let me watch horror films, I used to watch them and be inspired to learn how to make all the fake teeth and blood and all that stuff.
'When I was seven I started sculpting faces, I used to sculpt them out of cement. My dad would mix it up for me.
'I went to college and did hair and media makeup and theatrical special effects. I've always intended to go to university.'
During her time at Centrepoint, Hannah has been supported by its learning team.
'I'm involved in a lot stuff at the hostel. I'm glad I got in with them because otherwise I might not be doing anything at all.'
'They helped me gain confidence in myself. They make the effort to ensure that you succeed in what you're doing.'
Hannah is continuing to follow her passion and going to university in September 2016.
'The course is called Specialist Hair and Makeup; that involves prosthetics, beard making and stuff - just think The Hobbit and Lord of the Rings.'


text:
"The Big Knife" (1955)
breathing space
By coincidence, I saw Carnage, the new Polansky, shortly after this one. Polansky is a master of small spaces, and moving inside them, and making them part of the dramatic fabric of the film. Space as drama, as metaphor, that's one of the things that made me want to watch films seriously, one of the concepts dearer to me. Robert Aldrich is also a spatial man, a cinematic architect, who also considers and bends the space to take from it wherever he is making out of the material he is shooting. That's specially well done in Kiss me Deadly, a must-see on many levels, but also here in this smaller film. Here we have filmed theater, a one set film. The first problem is that the set is a little bit studio like, and thus is more contrived, giving Aldrich less possibilities for breaking the camera angles and camera moves.
Shooting studio was norm, and had advantages, light control, etc, but the downfall proves bad for the kind of visual work that Aldrich liked to try. Well, it's a little bit like Palance's character, trapped inside his golden cage, living profitably at the expense of artistic compromise.
But this film is still a worthy experience. The text helps. The inner tensions of Charles Castle, mapped into Jack Palance's own Method approach to acting. All that wrapped about the brilliant vision of Aldrich, supported by the also brilliant Laszlo, a fine cinematographer, we have such great films produced by his camera. This is a one space film, but also a one-man show. It's all about how the environment mirrors how Palance reacts to the world. In that sense this is a kind of noir, in how he only reacts to the adversities, a pawn in an odd world, where he is the odd center. But this is not noir in the wider sense, in the definition that Ted applies to it, which i embrace. Ida Lupino was a clever artist, and she knows enough to support Palance's act. She really helps. We tolerate Steiger's excesses because his character is not too much exposed, but he does go over the top.
Anyway, stick to the camera, how it reacts to Palance. The characters movements, what's usually defined as mise-en-scène, is remarkable in how it is reflected always in how the camera moves. This is something that started with Hitchcock's Rope. Sidney Lumet toped this game with his Angry Men, but this is a sensible use of the camera in that respect.
My opinion: 3/5, a very pleasant minor work of a very fine director.


text:
The blizzard of 2015 is coming, a "Nor' Beaster" they say. The supposedly historic storm that will wallop the northeast, particularly the coast, has gotten everyone in a tizzy. Normally, being closer to the coast has the benefit of giving us six to twelve inches less snow than our neighbors will receive one hour west. My husband the boy scout has made his preparedness list: firewood inside for the woodstove, water jugs filled, batteries, bird feeders filled, chicken coop prepared. And of course, bread and milk. Don't know why the last one; we're mostly gluten free and lactose intolerant.
This morning, while the snow was still whispering of the threat to come, Jay and I cleaned out the chicken coop and put down lime, diatomaceous earth and fresh shavings. The dogs came out with us. Our geriatric Golden Retriever, Chardonnay, lives for this kind of weather. Snow is heaven for a Golden. For Coraline, the short-haired Shar-pei mix, not so much. She wears her pink jacket when it's cold and has a low tolerance of the whole precipitation thing.
The chickens' water and food dispensers were filled. The water and its heater were brought inside so when the storm hits, the girls and the new rooster, Sam, can stay closed up comfortably inside. They have a heater in their coop to keep the worst of the chill off, as long as we have power. As we worked, the chickens were everywhere we didn't want them to be; in the way of the rake and shovel, clucking ahead of me while I focused on my tasks at hand. I finally asked Jay to offer them scratch outside to try to give me some room to work.
|Sam and his girls
Coraline became tired of waiting for us to let her back inside, and as she has been known to do, let herself back in by pulling the door handle down. Cory will shut the door behind her, but only if we are there to instruct her. We were still working outside and didn't notice the wide open back door for a few minutes. A couple of cats wandered out, marveling at the snow. I heard a "Crap!" and looked up to see Jay rushing to the door to close it, cats running back in as he approached. Cory was shut in the house. Fortunately, she doesn't know how to open the door from the inside.
Back in the house and outside chores completed, Jay looked out the window and noticed a small bird that wasn't acting right. At first it appeared that the tiny black and grey Chickadee was carrying a thread. Then it became apparent that it was entangled and tethered to the tree by the thread. Jay held the bird while I worked to get it loose from the almost invisible thread that was wrapped around its body. Even its foot was bound to a flight feather. The little guy was frightened, but still had the wherewithal to bite us. Fortunately, a Chickadee bite isn't as powerful as that of a chicken. After about five minutes, the thread was separated and the Chickadee flew away. It would have been a great viral video moment had anyone been there to record it. We feel so fortunate to have been in the right place at the right time.
Most of the storm preparation completed, Jay went upstairs to take a call for work. I decided to fill the dogs' five gallon water jug. I got our big red Maine Coon, Pipsqueak, out of the sink so I could fill the jug. She still hovered close by, supervising my actions. "Could you move?" I asked while putting her on the floor. Why do the animals always have to get in the way when I'm busy? They always seem to be right where I'm walking or about to sit.
I looked out the kitchen window as the snow gently covered the ground, dusting the black smoke cat who was wandering around the bird feeder. Crap! We missed one. Tina is our adventurous, and pregnant, female. I turned off the running water and rushed to put my boots and coat on. Jay called down to me to ask where the kitten was. He couldn't find little Kate in our master bathroom where she is supposed to be and her mother, Kiss, was frantic. I had a new priority and yelled, "Tina is outside!" as I went out in the snow.
I circled the house, calling and looking under bushes. Normally if a cat gets out, it will instinctively hide under our deck. Our cats are exclusively indoors so the great outdoors terrifies them. Except for Tina, that is. She's an indoor cat, but a rebellious one. The last I'd seen of Tina was when she was leaving the bird feeder area and headed toward the front yard. Tina had kept several steps ahead of me and also circled the house where I found her sitting calmly by the back door once I caught up. Apparently the adventure had lost some of its fun with the reality of snow and cold. I opened the door and Tina sauntered in. Wiping the snow off of her coat, I lectured all the creatures surrounding me about the dangers of going out. Didn't they know there was a blizzard coming? Be grateful you don't have to live outside, dammit!Jay called back downstairs. Did I know where the kitten was? Jeez! I had a good idea since I'd heard the cabinet doors under our bathroom sink opening and closing before. Under the sink, behind closed cabinet doors, we have a laundry drop to the washing machine downstairs. The drop is about two feet before the clothes land in the basket. I had done most of the laundry, but there were still dirty clothes in there. I reached up and opened the cabinet over the washing machine and pulled out the basket of clothes. Sure enough, cute little 5-week-old Kate the kitten sat there nestled in the laundry and looking very comfortable in her new bed. I took the kitten back to her anxious mother upstairs and, using a bungee cord, secured the cabinet doors.
|Kate the laundry princess
Enough drama with the animals already! Can we just get on with the blizzard? Check back with me tomorrow to see if I need digging out.


text:
Title - Hotel Bangkok
Artist - Blue Asia
Label - King (Japan)
UK distribution - Far Side Music
At first Hotel Bangkok by Blue Asia is the listening experience equivalent of trying to rub your stomach with one hand whilst patting your head with the other: the juxtaposition of rasping traditional instruments and shrill Eastern melodies, with soft jazz piano chords and chunky contemporary dance grooves, seems perverse and awkward in the extreme. But after the second of third listen, producer Makoto Kubota's vision of bringing these two disparate musical traditions together, starts to make sense. Kubota; who is Blue Asia - has already done similar projects in Turkey, Bali and Vietnam, but this is probably the most successful so far. So if you're curious as to what pop music from Jupiter might sound like, give this a listen!


text:
Latest from Canary
One of the best selling smart home cameras in the US is making its way to UK shores. Read more
The flexibility of the Canary Flex is certainly a massive selling point but we just felt that it didn't perform as well as it could or as well as it Read more
Canary first launched its current indoor security camera in 2014, promising full HD video recording and to warn you of any activity inside your home, recording Read more
To describe an object as Apple-like is something of a cliché in the world of technology and most of those objects which attract such description rarely Read more
There's no point in a smarthome device unless it makes your life easier. If it can't manage that first and foremost, then all the bells and whistles in Read more
Thanks to being able to place it anywhere in your home, smart security system Canary is a doddle to set-up and will send HD video to your smartphone whenever Read more
Home security has always been important, but it hasn't always been accessible. Despite the fact that one burglary is said to occur every 15 seconds and Read more
Thermostats are old news. The really hot smarthome battleground of the moment is smart security systems and Canary is a name to note. A young company focused Read more
As smart home security cameras go, Canary has everything covered. There are some bugs that need to be ironed out, but otherwise it's the do-it-all Read more


text:
Shooting guard Ian Boyd from Apex, NC verbally committed to George Mason Tuesday afternoon, as he announced on Twitter. The 6-2 guard drew attention over the summer as he turned his focus from football to basketball and participated in the CP3 All-Stars AAU squad. After fielding football scholarship offers from Virginia Tech, East Carolina and Old Dominion, Boyd made the surprising decision to join Dave Paulsen's Patriots.
I have committed to George Mason University to play basketball🏀
— Ian Boyd (@IanBoyd5) October 6, 2015
Boyd became a viral sensation this summer at the Nike Peach Jam Tournament in Atlanta, where he was caught on video:


text:
0:00 / 0:00
It is great that you want to apply for a job at CTG! Fill in the form below, send us your resume and tell us why we should consider you. You can expect a reply within ten days.
Copyright © 2018 by Computer Task Group, Inc. All rights reserved.
Sitemap | Privacy & Security
Hey there! We and our partner Wonderkind use cookies on this website. By using our website, you agree to our cookie policy.
If you want to know more about our policy, you can read all the relevant information here.


text:
Hi All!
I am new to this forum and am looking for pregnancy success stories after endometrial cancer and Megace treatment. I am 34 and was diagnosed with Endometrial Cancer Grade 1 following removal of a polyp and ovarian drilling to treat PCOS. My blessing is that the cancer was only found on the polyp and a follow-up D&C and MRI showed no signs of cancer elsewhere. My husband and I very much want to have children, so when I learned that conservative treatment with Megace was an option, I was so relieved. My onco and obgyn agreed to put me on 160mg for 6 mos, follow up with a D&C and then proceed with fertility treatments if (when ) all is clear. Well, I am almost at my 6 mos mark, and nerves are starting to set in. I would love to hear success stories about having children after all of this to keep fueling my hope.


text:
A good perennial flower garden design should include long flowering fragrant perennials and roses.
Scroll down to find the link to lots of pre-planned perennial garden plans that you can use when designing a perennial garden of your own.
You can also buy perennials at my affiliate nursery at great savings, to be shipped directly to you at the time you want them.
Perennial flowers, roses and vines should be choosen for texture and balance.
Repetition and variety of perennials are also important elements to consider when designing a flower garden of perennials.
You need rhythm, scale and good color combinations to create your perennial garden design.


text:
Product Description
- Silver plated Necklace and Hufflepuff house crest pendant
- Pendant measures 1.5cm x 2cm
- Chain measures 16 inches in length with a 2.5 inch extender
- In a sealed display pack
- For ages 8+
No products in the basket.
No products in the basket.
In stock
|Weight (g)
|Height (mm)
|Width (mm)
|Depth (mm)
As a new customer we'd like to offer you 10% discount from your first purchase with us.
Simply enter your email address below to receive your checkout discount code instantly.
Thank you, your discount code has been emailed to you!


text:
Last Saturday, NBA fans witnessed one of the most entertaining slam dunk contests in years. Sure, we saw props, and even little kids. But we also saw the first dunk with multiple basketballs on multiple rims, the first dunk from behind the free throw line, and arguably the most physically difficult dunk the contest has ever seen.
And that was the first round.
The problem is, two of those three dunkers did not make it through to the finals, while the favorite to win the contest, Blake Griffin, did. I think I should provide the disclaimer that I love Blake Griffin as a player and a person, and think he is doing amazing things for the Clippers franchise. This is one of the most humble athletes to come through the NBA in a couple of generations, and his humility is only matched by the unbelievably opponent-embarrassing dunks he throws down during live competition. In this case, however, he did not deserve to make it through to the finals.
When I was thirteen, my stepfather and I had a knock-down, drag-out, fist-fight because he insisted that the NBA was fixed. Okay, no punches were thrown, but he did explain to me how it would make good business sense for the NBA to fix the playoffs to extend series with teams in large market cities. It made sense, but I didn't believe it could actually be true. That was until Game 6 of the 2002 Western Conference Finals between the Los Angeles Lakers and Sacramento Kings. Google "The Lost Champions" if you want all the details, but the bottom line is, that was the first time I felt an overpowering sense of WWE while watching legitimate professional sports.
Cut back to this year's slam dunk contest, and it all made sense to sports marketers why Griffin got through – the moment a Kia Optima rolled out onto the court for his featured dunk. The product placement would not have been possible if Griffin did not make it to the finals to execute the planned and contracted dunk. This was completely validated to me when I saw a commercial featuring the dunk during Friday's Magic / Thunder telecast – "That was no ordinary dunk; this is no ordinary sedan."
My question is, has the corporate side of sports business officially taken over the original model of generating revenue from the fans' love of the genuine purity of sports? Are we, as fans, okay with conceding some of that purity for entertainment value? I personally want to see the world's best athlete's intrinsically competing as hard as they can, regardless of the situation – whether preseason, playoffs, or skills competition. My fear is that if the NBA is willing to fix a dunk contest, they are willing to go further, and probably already have.
Ryan Sleeper+, Online Sports Marketing Guy
Ryan Sleeper
Latest posts by Ryan Sleeper (see all)
- Major League Soccer Standings Reinvented - July 1, 2014
- Your Salary vs. a MLB Player's Salary [Visualization] - March 20, 2014
- What are the odds of going pro in sports? [Visualization] - January 26, 2014
- [Interactive] 2013 MLB Cost Per Win - September 30, 2013
- 2013 NFL Payrolls (Total Cap Spend) by Team - September 29, 2013


text:
Participation in silent march on Sunday 11 January
09 enero 2015
In tribute to our colleague Frédéric Boisseau, suddenly and tragically killed last Wednesday in the attack on the magazine Charlie Hebdo, we offer the possibility for all the Sodexo colleagues who plan to take part in the silent march on Sunday in Paris to go together.
The rendez-vous point will be at the crossroads of the boulevard de Strasbourg and rue Saint-Laurent (in front of the HSBC Bank – Metro Gare de l'Est), at 1.30PM Paris time. The start of the march is planned for 3pm from the Place de la République in Paris.
For those who wish to participate in the march, it is recommended to take a direct route via public transport. However note that access to a number of metro/RER stations (including Metro Republique) are likely to be closed to the public.
If you wish you can download and print the following visual.


text:
Unlike other flashy apps that do nothing more than flattering you or helping you kill your time, our Tool of the Month offers you some serious features on your iPhone and iPad. The app's name is inTime.io, making your device useable anywhere, anytime. Read on and find out why we chose it!
What is inTime.io all about?
This is one of our favorite iOS tools we've ever reviewed. Why? Because it is one if the best appointment assistants you can use on your IPhone or iPad. The app is designed with smooth user interface, great graphics and powerful, comprehensive tools that will make your life a lot easier.
Standout Features
inTime.io is perfect for handling your events and appointments. It helps you arrive on time, it handles unforeseen delays, and it offers the contact info for each appointment attendee. Just install the app on your iDevice, create new events or import the ones from your primary calendar. Also, you will receive notifications, you will have the chance to send text messages, to select from multiple travel options, and so much more.
Forget about using phonebooks and manually handling your appointments. Download the inTime.io app for free from the App Store and enjoy!
App Store Download Link: inTime.io


text:
Square Enix has confirmed that The Coliseum from Final Fantasy XIII-2 will be making a return in Lightning Returns: Final Fantasy XIII.
The news came from the game's producer, Yoshinori Kitase, as he was speaking to a French website called Final Fantasy Dream. Kitase said that the Coliseum would return, but that it might not be in the same form.
The Coliseum was an integral part of Final Fantasy XIII-2's downloadable content. Here, you could fight enemies such as Ultros and Typhon, Gilgamesh, Jihl Nabaat and even Lightning. Each of these fights cost $2.99.
Lightning Returns: Final Fantasy XIII is due to release at the end of this year on both the PlayStation 3 and Xbox 360.
Source: Final Fantasy Union


text:
There isn't much to this post, but I've added some drip sprinklers. Here are some of the parts I used:
expansion valve
yard watering kit
1/4″ drip tube
pressure regulator
Eric du Toit and Kristina du Toit are also Professional Memphis wedding photographers.
Name (required)
Mail (will not be published) (required)
Contact Us Copyright © 2012 Eric du Toit. All Rights Reserved.


text:
Main page
About us
Journal titles
Publication authors
Default font
Medium font
Big font
Contrast default
Contrast black-yellow
PAN website
How to search?
advanced search
Search results
Search for:
[Keywords = Surface tension]
Chemical and Process Engineering (2)
Archives of Foundry Engineering (1)
Metrology and Measurement Systems (1)
Archives of Acoustics (1)
Balcerzak, Andrzej (1)
Kiełczyński, Piotr (1)
Ptasznik, Stanisław (1)
Rostocki, Aleksander J. (1)
Szalewski, Marek (1)
Wieja, Krzysztof (1)
acoustic impedance (1)
physicochemical properties (1)
speed of sound (1)
surface tension (1)
thermal conductivity (1)
ultrasonic methods (1)
Start date:
End date:
Article (1)
Search results
Number of results:
items per page:
Sort by:
of 1
Application of Ultrasonic Methods for Evaluation of High-Pressure Physicochemical Parameters of Liquids
Piotr Kiełczyński
Stanisław Ptasznik
Marek Szalewski
Andrzej Balcerzak
Krzysztof Wieja
Aleksander J. Rostocki
Archives of Acoustics | 2019 | vol. 44 | No 2
ultrasonic methods
speed of sound
acoustic impedance
surface tension
thermal conductivity
physicochemical properties
Show abstract
Download PDF
Download RIS
Download Bibtex
An emerging ultrasonic technology aims to control high-pressure industrial processes that use liquids at pressures up to 800 MPa. To control these processes it is necessary to know precisely physicochemical properties of the processed liquid (e.g., Camelina sativa oil) in the high-pressure range. In recent years, Camelina sativa oil gained a significant interest in food and biofuel industries. Unfortunately, only a very few data characterizing the high-pressure behavior of Camelina sativa oil is available. The aim of this paper is to investigate high pressure physicochemical properties of liquids on the example of Camelina sativa oil, using efficient ultrasonic techniques, i.e., speed of sound measurements supported by parallel measurements of density. It is worth noting that conventional low-pressure methods of measuring physicochemical properties of liquids fail at high pressures. The time of flight (TOF) between the two selected ultrasonic impulses was evaluated with a cross-correlation method. TOF measurements enabled for determination of the speed of sound with very high precision (of the order of picoseconds). Ultrasonic velocity and density measurements were performed for pressures 0.1–660 MPa, and temperatures 3–30XC. Isotherms of acoustic impedance Za, surface tension #27; and thermal conductivity k were subsequently evaluated. These physicochemical parameters of Camelina sativa oil are mainly influenced by changes in the pressure p, i.e., they increase about two times when the pressure increases from atmospheric pressure (0.1 MPa) to 660 MPa at 30XC. The results obtained in this study are novel and can be applied in food, and chemical industries.
Go to article
The Effect of Wetting on The Course of The Drum Granulation
Michał Błaszczyk
Andrzej Heim
Tomasz P. Olejnik
Chemical and Process Engineering | 2017 | vol. 38 | No 2
drum granulation
surface tension
particle size distribution
Show abstract
Download PDF
Download RIS
Download Bibtex
This paper presents the results of experimental drum granulation of silica flour with the use of wetting liquids with different values of surface tension. Additionally, different liquid jet breakup and different residual moisture of the bed were applied in the tests. The process was conducted periodically in two stages: wetting and proper granulation, during which no liquid was supplied to the bed. The condition of the granulated material after the period of wetting (particle size distribution and moisture of separate fractions) and a change in the particle size distribution during the further conduct of the process (granulation kinetics) were determined.
Go to article
Adsorption and Co-Adsorption of Polyaldehyde Dextran Nanoparticles and Nonionic Surfactant at an Air–Water Interface: Potential Implications for Pulmonary Drug Delivery
Katarzyna Jabłczyńska
Tomasz R. Sosnowski
Chemical and Process Engineering | 2017 | vol. 38 | No 1
polysaccharide nanoparticles
lung surfactant
dynamic surface tension
surface viscoelasticity
Show abstract
Download PDF
Download RIS
Download Bibtex
Measurements of dynamic surface tension were carried out in aqueous systems (water or 0.1 mM Triton X-100) comprising nanoparticles formed from chemically modified polyaldehyde dextran (PAD). The nanostructures, considered as potential drug carriers in aerosol therapy, were obtained from biocompatible polysaccharides by successive oxidation and reactive coiling in an aqueous solution. The dynamic surface tension of the samples was determined by the maximum bubble pressure (MBP) method and by the axisymmetric drop shape analysis (ADSA). Experiments with harmonic area perturbations were also carried out in order to determine surface dilatational viscoelasticity. PAD showed a remarkable surface activity. Ward-Tordai equation was used to determine the equilibrium surface tension and diffusion coefficient of PAD nanoparticles (D = 2.3×10-6 m2/s). In a mixture with Triton X-100, PAD particles showed co-adsorption and synergic effect in surface tension reduction at short times (below 10 s). Tested nanoparticles had impact on surface rheology in a mixed system with nonionic surfactant, suggesting their possible interactions with the lung surfactant system after inhalation. This preliminary investigation sets the methodological approach for further research related to the influence of inhaled PAD nanoparticles on the lung surfactant and mass transfer processes in the respiratory system.
Go to article
Wettability and Surface Free Energy of Ti(C,N) Coatings on Nickel-based Casting Prosthetic Alloys
K. Banaszek
L. Klimek
Archives of Foundry Engineering | 2015 | No 3
Dental alloys
Contact angle
Surface tension
Surface free energ
Show abstract
Download PDF
Download RIS
Download Bibtex
The production process of prosthetic restorations runs in two stages. In the first stage, the prosthetic foundation is produced of metal alloys. In the second stage, a facing material is applied on the produced element. In both stages, the wettability is significantly important, as well as the free surface energy relating to it. The quality of the obtained cast depends on the surface phenomena occurring between the metal alloy and the material of which the casting mould is made. The performed examinations also point to a relation between the ceramics joint and the base, depending on the wetting angle. The aim of the presented paper was to examine influence of the composition of a Ti(C,N)-type coating on bases made of the Ni-Cr prosthetic alloy on the wettability and the surface free energy. The test material were disks made of the Ni-Cr alloy with the diameter of 8 mm. The disks were divided into five groups, which were covered with Ti(C,N) coatings, with different amounts of C and N in the layer. In order to determine the surface free energy (����), the wetting angle was measured. Two measure liquids were applied: distilled water and diiodomethane. The obtained results of the measurements of the water-wetting angles suggest that together with the increase of the ratio of nitrogen to carbon in the Ti(C,N) coating, the surface hydrophobicity increases as well. In all the samples, one can see a large difference between the energy values of the polar and the apolar components. The high values of the polar components and the low values of the apolar ones make it possible to conclude that these surfaces exhibit a greater affinity to the polar groups than to the apolar ones. On the basis of the analysis of the surface free energy, one can state that covering the alloy with Ti(C,N)-type coatings should not decrease the adhesion of the ceramics to the alloy, whereas TiC coatings should lead to the latter's improvement. Due to their hydrophilicity, TiC coatings should decrease the adhesion of bacteria to the surface and hinder the formation of a bacterial biofilm.
Go to article
Semi-Automatic Apparatus for Measuring Wetting Properties at High Temperatures
Marcin Bąkała
Rafał Wojciechowski
Dominik Sankowski
Adam Rylski
Metrology and Measurement Systems | 2017 | vol. 24 | No 1
Surface tension
wetting angle
wetting force
measurement system
Show abstract
Download PDF
Download RIS
Download Bibtex
Determination of the physico-chemical interactions between liquid and solid substances is a key technological factor in many industrial processes in metallurgy, electronics or the aviation industry, where technological processes are based on soldering/brazing technologies. Understanding of the bonding process, reactions between materials and their dynamics enables to make research on new materials and joining technologies, as well as to optimise and compare the existing ones. The paper focuses on a wetting force measurement method and its practical implementation in a laboratory stand – an integrated platform for automatic wetting force measurement at high temperatures. As an example of using the laboratory stand, an analysis of Ag addition to Cu-based brazes, including measurement of the wetting force and the wetting angle, is presented.
Go to article
This page uses 'cookies'.
Learn more
I understand


text:
- All products are added to your cart.
($349.00 Incl. tax)
Delivery time 3-4 Weeks
Inglesina 2019 Inglesina Zippy Light Stroller In Brick Red
The lightweight, compact stroller that really opens, closes and strolls with just one hand! Suitable even for young babies, it boasts a generous comfortable seat, a fully reclining backrest, an adjustable footrest and a large extendable hood for maximum protection against sun rays. The stroller negotiates even the narrowest passages with ease and takes up minimal space when closed, as it remains upright on its own.
- Lightweight and compact stroller, suitable for use from birth
- One-handed opening and closing system, patented by Inglesina
- Remains upright on its own when closed
- Front swivel wheels
- 160 mm diameter wheels
- Single-control active brake, which is automatically positioned when engaged to guarantee greater safety during use
- Storage basket with reinforced base, approved for a load of up to 3 kg
- Cup holder incorporated into the chassis
- Soft bumper bar
- Adjustable 5-point harness system, complete with protective shoulder straps
- The stroller seat allows you to adjust the harness back straps to 3 different heights
- 3-position reclining backrest with central control
- Adjustable two-position footrest
- Fully removable internal lining and hood, which can be hand-washed at 86 degrees Fahrenheit
- The hood is also width-adjustable, thanks to the practical stowaway zip-fastening insert, and it is fitted with an additional removable sun visor with UPF50+ treatment for protection against UV rays
- The hood is equipped with a mesh insert for improved internal air flow and allows you to see your baby at all times while you walk
- Stroller complete with hood
- Storage basket
- Cup holder
- Bumper bar
- Raincover
- Open dimensions: 19.3 W x 40 H x 31.5 D
- Folded dimensions: 12 W x 37.8 H x 12.6 D
- Stroller weight: 15.2 lbs
- Frame: Aluminum
- Lining: Polyester
0 stars based on 0 reviews


text:
|April 19th, 2007, 07:56 PM
Join Date: Apr 2007
Location: Virginia
Posts: 95
Hidden Maintenance Costs
Found this on the 1098desmo.com forum - great info for everyone to be armed with!
The original post can be found at:
Keeping them Honest- 1098 Maintenance Costs Exposed what you dont know will cost you
At Bikeland and 1098Desmo.com were always looking out for your best interests. When we heard that Ducati North America (DNA) had improved their manufacturing tolerances we were excited excited to hear the their bikes previously renowned to require a lot of service now needed up to 50% less service. With lower MSRPs and 50% less maintenance, DNA is hoping to convert Sportbike riders who frequent the Big Four and get them riding Red.
How does this translate to the real world? In December 2006, Ducati sent a bulletin to its dealer network outlining the new, lower service costs for their motorcycles costs which go hand in hand with DNAs marketing campaign highlighting lower maintenance as a major selling feature of their products.
Click here to download this article in printer friendly PDF format complete with photos
The introduction of the bulletin reads:
"Dear Service Manager,
This is to inform you that Ducati Motor Holding has changed the service maintenance program starting with the MY 2007 production motorcycles. All 2007 Maintenance Schedules will be posted online at www.ducatiusa.com in the Dealer Only area under MRP/Service.
There appears to be some confusion regarding the service intervals on all MY 2007 models. Ducati Motor Holding has extended by 25% the maintenance service intervals giving us an opportunity to change the customer perception that our product is high maintenance. In order to achieve such goal it is very important that all Ducati dealers will cooperate by applying to all 2007 customers the lower maintenance cost recommended by the factory.
Ducati North America is expecting some variability in what the dealers are charging for scheduled maintenance based on individual labor rates, but in order to change the customers perception of high maintenance it is very important that all dealers will follow the factory guide lines that is reflecting a substantial reduction in parts and labor cost from the MY 2006 services.
Fast forward to April of 2007. The 1098s have hit the roads and pretty soon it will be service time. We just took delivery of our long term 1098 test unit but its raining out so we had an afternoon to kill. We cleared off our desks and sat down with pen in hand to find out just how much a first service would cost Joe Average.
DNA specifies one hour for the first service on their new flagship bike gone is the expensive and time-consuming belt adjustment. According to the maintenance bulletin, for its first stop in the shop Ducati says the 1098 requires an oil & filter change, a chain adjustment and a check of the brake and clutch fluid. The dealer is to road test the bike. Total parts required oil, filter and the crush washer for the drain plug, and one hours labor for a maximum 1st service cost of $144.38 set by Ducati (with a small margin allowed for varying labor rates).
Armed with this information in hand, Bikeland cold called 13 dealers at random across the US and Canada to see what Joe Average was really being charged and this is what we found
We started with north of the border and called two Ducati dealers in Canada Richmond Motorsports and John Valk. Both shops quoted us higher than expected service charges. Richmond told us that it would take two hours for the service and told us that they would complete a fastener check and some additional adjustments. The total charge - $250.
They told us that they felt that there was more service required for the Ducati than what DNA recommended. When we pointed out that DNA only called for a one hour service, they had no problem with going by the book although they insisted they would not adjust the chain (included in the one hour service set out by Ducati).
John Valk gave us a different story. According to this dealer the service would take three and a half hours and set you back a minimum $400. When we pointed out that the service was only supposed to take one hour, they told us that their mechanic took a lot longer than one hour to do the work required and we would be on the hook for the bill.
Then we headed south of the border, starting with Skagit Powersports, nine times in the Dealer News Top 100. The service department of Skagit Powersports told us that it would be $245 labor plus parts charges. When we asked if they were aware that DNA only required a simple oil change, they became extremely upset and told us that they werent ripping people off, then they hung up on us.
When we called Skagit back to inform them that they had been part of a price checking test, their attitude suddenly changed. Later in the day they emailed us and told us that after our call, they checked the rates and determined that we were correct, and it really did take one hour. They went on to defend themselves by claiming that their service agent didnt have access to the book when he gave the quote. It sure seemed like he knew what he was talking about when he was yelling at us telling us we were wrong!
Jim from Skagit Powersports told Bikeland that it was difficult for them to be aware of the actual maintenance costs since they carry nine different brands of motorcycles, quads, and water craft. So there is no way to remember them all.
Heading into Oregon, we found our first two honest Ducati dealers random calls to Salem Ducati and Bend Euro Moto were impressive. Both dealers flat out told us that the first service was only one hour that the only parts required were oil, filter and the washer, and proudly promoted the fact that Ducatis now required far less service than before!
(continued in next post)
"I know that you believe that you understand what you think I said, but I'm not sure that you realize that what you heard is not what I meant"
12 1199s
11 Diavel
09 1198s
07 1098
Last edited by dp1098; April 22nd, 2007 at 07:04 PM.
|April 19th, 2007, 07:56 PM
Join Date: Apr 2007
Location: Virginia
Posts: 95
Hidden Maintenance Costs (Continued)
(continued from previous post)
The call to Dunbar Euro-Sports in Massachusetts netted two quotes. The first quote was three to four hours after being left on hold, they returned with their final answer of two hours. The two-hour quote included a fastener check and would cost $250. When we informed them that we knew about DNAs recommended one-hour service for this bike, the folk at Dunbar begrudgingly offered to do exactly what Ducati recommended they do.
Great Bay Motorcycles in New Hampshire told us that the 1098 required a belt tension check (not required by DNA) and it would cost us $80 per hour for three and a half hours of their time - plus materials.
Next on the list was Gengras Ducati in Connecticut where we find our third honest dealer. Gengras told us it would only take one hour for the service, pointed out that Ducatis now needed less service and were happy to inform us that the bike only required the oil change and anything else wrong with the bike (ie: loose steering bearings etc) would be covered under warranty.
New Jerseys Jack Trebour Motorcycles was close, but no cigar. They quoted us an hour and a half, telling us that the bike needed the clutch and the brakes to be bled.
We found another honest dealer in Tucson, Arizona - Renaissance Motorcycles. Bill diligently informs us that Ducatis now require less maintenance, and that the first service is only one hour! Bill from Renaissance tells us he quotes by the book and he actually does! Imagine that!
Now we head over to California, and we find Modesto Ducati with a quote of one and a half hours for the first service, part of which includes clearing the service display from your dashboard probably an extra half hours worth of work in that, wouldnt you agree?
Located only a short drive from Ducati North Americas headquarters, Jeff from this dealership knows a lot more than the OEM does. He informs us that the 1098 needs a three and a half hour service. When the one hour recommended service is pointed out to him, Jeff tells us that the people hes talked to at Ducati service say you should check the belts and that waiting to check them until the recommended 7500 miles is too long and that the 1098s hes checked have had loose belts already.
When we again tell him that DNA recommends one hour, he told us Ducati says one hour but the reality is it takes longer at least two hours for the minimum service he points out.
Is this an issue of honesty, price gouging or simply a lack of education on the part of Ducati dealers? Were not sure but from a consumers standpoint it doesnt really matter. It comes down to this: when youre marketed a vehicle that requires less maintenance as a selling feature and you're told so repeatedly in marketing campaigns, what on Earth would prompt the OEMs dealer network to work to the contrary of this?
From a consumer's standpoint you can only draw one of two conclusions:
1 - The OEM isnt being straight forward and a Ducati really does need more service than they claim (ie: the dealer knows better than the OEM)
2 - The Dealers want more of your money and they dont care if Ducati's require less service theyre going to charge you whatever they want too bad for you.
Of the 13 dealers we contacted, only 4 of them charge what Ducati recommends you pay for servicing your 1098 and only 2 of them offered you a choice of how much service you wanted.
The four dealers that we surveyed who bill by the book are Bend Euro Moto, Salem Ducati, Gengras Ducati and Renaissance Motorcycles.
The two dealers we contacted who allow you to have either the recommended service, or pay for additional adjustments they felt necessary are Richmond Motorports and Dunbar Euro Sports, however (and this is a big however) they only offered this after they were asked.
Heres the deal as Bikeland sees it. When theres a disconnect as big as this between an OEM and their dealer network, there is a problem. Ducati has worked hard to build beautiful motorcycles, and theyve hit the nail on the head with the 1098. Its sold out everywhere you go Charging more than what is set out by the OEM is only going to cost the dealers business in the long run.
Bikeland contacted Ducati North America for comment. DNA states that they have worked very hard to get the message out that their bikes now require far less maintenance than before. (We agree just look at their marketing material). Ducati tells us that if they find out about dealers price gouging on service or charging rates that dont match their scale, the dealers will hear about it.
We want everyone to know that the information published in this article was done so with the full support and knowledge of DNA. Theyre on the consumers side and want you to have all the information.
Looking forward to servicing your 1098? Here are the DNA mandated shop charges inclusive of labour, but not including taxes
600 mile service - $144.38
7500 mile service - $ 256.88
15000 mile service - $ 362.20
After 7500 mile Valve service (Service A) - $ 294.80
After 15000 mile Valve service (Service B) - $366.30
Source: Bikeland.org & 1098Desmo.com
The original post can be found at:
"I know that you believe that you understand what you think I said, but I'm not sure that you realize that what you heard is not what I meant"
12 1199s
11 Diavel
09 1198s
07 1098
Last edited by dp1098; April 22nd, 2007 at 07:04 PM.
|April 19th, 2007, 09:08 PM
Senior Member
Join Date: Dec 2006
Location: SAN DIEGO
Posts: 337
Damn good information and I'm sure we are all going to be grateful for it.
The BIG Question is whether each of our individual dealers turn out to be DNA compliant or something else.
I hope everyone provides input on what they find out, I know I will.
Not as mean, not as fast, but still riding.
'07 Ducati 1098
|April 19th, 2007, 09:17 PM
Join Date: Dec 2006
Posts: 78
Thanks for the information!
i got quote from Atlanta Motor World for 240 plus parts... Atlanta triumph and Ducati wouldn't give me a quote, they have been shady throughout. I wish I could find a dealer on this planet that actually cares about their customers...even the ones who aren't rich. Bastards.
|April 19th, 2007, 10:04 PM
Join Date: Apr 2007
Posts: 11
I'm glad our article from Bikeland and 1098Desmo.com has helped you out,
the real (original) topic can be found here:
thanks! And remember to make sure you're not overcharged!
Make sure to sign up at www.1098desmo.com !
Last edited by fish_antlers; April 19th, 2007 at 10:08 PM.
|April 19th, 2007, 11:36 PM
Join Date: Feb 2007
Posts: 250
Thanks alot for the great info. The other day I asked my dealer how much for the first service and they said about 140 bucks. So looks like they're a keeper. Honda Peninsual Ducati in Sunnyvale, California.
|April 19th, 2007, 11:52 PM
Join Date: Apr 2007
Posts: 11
|April 20th, 2007, 10:38 AM
Join Date: Dec 2006
Posts: 78
Just got my quote back from Atlanta Triumph and Ducati...they said 150 for DNA recommended or 250 for their three-hour, which includes belts. I am also going with suspension set up. I decided to go with the works just to be on the safe side, you never know with a newly released bike. 100 bucks is nothing for peace of mind
|April 20th, 2007, 12:17 PM
Join Date: Feb 2007
Posts: 250
Whoops, sorry about that bud, I just scrolled right up to the top to get the name! Thanks also for the info to fish_antlers.
|April 20th, 2007, 01:22 PM
Join Date: Dec 2006
Posts: 32
Great post. I printed the article. I'll be armed with it when i go get my 600mile service. Great Bay Ducati, mentioned in the article, is my dealership...
Last edited by truenthusiast; April 20th, 2007 at 02:31 PM.
|April 20th, 2007, 02:45 PM
Join Date: Apr 2007
Location: SoCal
Posts: 204
My first question prior to signing anything was to ask my sales guy what the first service was and how much it would cost and he said oil change, oil filter and chain adjustment for $140. Of cours you could buy the filter, and do the job yourself is the second thing he said. More then likely I will but when I need to have the 7500 mile maintenance, he'll get my business for his honesty.
Moto Forza, Escondido California
« Previous Thread | Next Thread »
|Thread Tools
|Display Modes
Linear Mode
|Search tags for this page
cost of service on ducati 1098,
ducati 1098 maintenance,
ducati 1098 maintenance cost,
ducati 1098 service costs,
ducati 1098 service price,
ducati 1098 servicing costs,
ducati part 0661.17.020,
maintenance cost ducati 1098,
maintence cost of ducati 1198,
www.ducatiusa.com dealer only area
Click on a term to search for related topics.
All times are GMT -7. The time now is 07:43 AM.
Powered by vBulletin® Version 3.8.8
Copyright ©2000 - 2019, vBulletin Solutions, Inc.
SEO by vBSEO ©2011, Crawlability, Inc.
Copyright ©2000 - 2019, vBulletin Solutions, Inc.
SEO by vBSEO ©2011, Crawlability, Inc.
vBulletin Security provided by vBSecurity v2.2.2 (Pro) - vBulletin Mods & Addons Copyright © 2019 DragonByte Technologies Ltd.


text:
Looking at Miami for the long term? Seniors, active adults and snowbirds can't help
but be enticed by the wide range of retirement communities available. These include
assisted living, continuing care, and age-restricted communities among others.
Retirement communities are often grouped by interest and activity level, while others
might be age exclusive or more healthcare oriented. As you choose the option that
best meets your own needs be sure you and your spouse have outlined your preferences
before you visit homes.
Why choose Miami for your golden years? If you've read through this guide you know
that Miami is home to some of the best hospitals in the country, many that specialize
in geriatric care. There are also opportunities for volunteering and continuing
Miami has beautiful beaches and bays, plus many fascinating neighborhoods including
the art-deco area of South Beach. The city offers cultural activities for everyone
- from ballet to professional sports teams to the University of Miami and other
colleges. The many concert venues make Miami a stop on nearly all of the major concert
For the more active, there are championship golf courses, tennis, swimming, marinas,
bicycling, arts and crafts; enough things to do to keep you active for years to
come (or for the grandkids to enjoy)! Come enjoy the best years of your life as
you discover a new life in Miami!
Back to Home


text:
Home > Lancashire > Clayton Le Moors
Lost Pubs In
Clayton Le Moors, Lancashire
Do you have any anecdotes, historical information or photographs of closed or lost pubs in
Clayton Le Moors? Become a contributor and submit them here.Like this site? Recommend us via the social networking share button on the left hand side of the page, or follow us on