text: PaulOBrien 1,477 Report post Posted June 21, 2013 Regular readers will know i've been a Fitbit user for a long time now... just lately i've been putting the Jawbone Up through it's paces too. Fitbit The Fitbit is really the grand daddy of fitness trackers now. It's been through a number of different iterations, with the latest range comprising the budget Fitbit Zip, the higher end Fitbit One and the Fitbit Flex wristband (which, like the other models, is actually a little Fitbit module inside an adjustable silicon band). All three of the devices share a core feature set - they sync via a computer using a provided Bluetooth 4 dongle (replacing ANT sync on the previous models) and their core function is to count steps. Bluetooth sync to some phones is supported too, but more on that in a minute. The Fitbit One has additional sensors to enable counting of floors and sleep tracking and the Flex can do sleep tracking too, but this comes at the expense of battery life - the Zip uses a replaceable CR2032 cell for battery life of around 6 months whereas the One and Flex need to be charged every 7-10 days. Only the Zip and the One have displays on allowing you to check on your step count, the Flex instead has a series of LED lights which indicate how far you have progressed towards your goal. Synchronisation of the Fitbit is an incredibly painless affair. You install the Fitbit software on your PC / Mac, plug in the Bluetooth dongle and it does it's thing in the background. When you come in range of your computer (and it's on of course), your device seamlessly syncs up to the Fitbit cloud. A really neat feature too is that any Fitbit can sync via any computer... we have 3 Fitbits in our house and they can all sync via any of our computers. If you have an iPhone, Galaxy S3, Note 2 or S4, you can also sync via the Fitbit app on your phone. Unfortunately this limited device support is the fault of the core Android OS itself, which doesn't have a proper Bluetooth LE API yet (this will change in Android 4.3 after which we'd expect to see much wider support). As mentioned previously the core functionality of the Fitbit is to count steps, but this data is used together with your height and weight (entered at first setup) to compute calories burned, which is also displayed on the device (with the exception of the display-less Flex of course). You can also check the number of flights of stairs climbed (on the One), distance travelled and the current time. As a standalone little gadget it's pretty cool, but the real value of the product comes with the connected features. When you view your Fitbit data on the website, you can of course view all the steps / calories / floors / distance data in a larger interface, but you can also log foods consumed and any other activities you've taken part in (cycling etc.) to ensure the site gives a complete representation of your day. An optional (paid) premium account gives you what is effectively an online 'personal trainer' at a cost of £40 a year but to be fair, I don't really think it's worth the spend personally and I suspect only a tiny fraction of Fitbit users sign up. Where Fitbit really makes a difference is that it gamifies exercise. First and foremost it gives you a daily target for steps - 10,000 by default - and you really feel compelled to hit that target. You'll find yourself walking where you might normally drive, taking longer routes than you normally would and taking the stairs where you'd normally hop in the lift. As a behavioural change it lasts too, you don't return to old habits after a few days. It gets particularly interesting when friends and family have Fitbits too, as by adding them as friends on the Fitbit site you can view a 'league table' and see who has gained the most steps in the last 7 days. Of course, you want to be top. :) The sleep tracking side of Fitbit on the One (using a cloth wristband) and Flex consists of pressing a button when you go to bed and pressing it again when you wake up. The device will monitor how long you are in bed and using the sensor on the device, try and determine how long you take to get to sleep, the quality of your sleep / number of times you wake based on your movement. A silent (vibrating) alarm function is also included, which is quite a neat way to wake up in the morning without disturbing your partner. This is purely a time based alarm, it doesn't use any sleep cycle tracking. When you buy into the Fitbit ecosystem, a real plus point is that your data is not locked away. Fitbit provides a very open two way API - many companies have interfaced with this to enhance the experience. You can have your Endomondo exercise pulled straight in, you can have your battery status monitored and get a message in your Android Pushover app telling you when it's low... it's all very smart. Fitbit is mature, fully featured and works exactly as intended. The main criticism I see levelled at it is that it's 'just an expensive pedometer' and while that's fundamentally what it is, you do get a lot besides... and as the icing on the cake, the customer support really is second to none. So the Jawbone up has a lot to live up to... how does it compare? Jawbone Up Although the Jawbone Up is, like the Fitbit, a fitness tracker whose primary function is to count steps... the reality is that they are also quite different. While the Fitbit is designed to be a subtle tool hidden away doing it's thing (perhaps with the exception of the Flex, but even that is subtly styled), the Up is more like a piece of jewellery. Available in a number of eye catching colours (as well as black), the water resistant Up is designed to be noticed. Which is fine... if you're happy with that. I have the bright blue model and it's certainly quite 'out there'. It's available in 3 predefined sizes - small / medium / large - rather than being adjustable. While the Fitbit devices all have a display of some description, the Up does not. It has a LED indication of whether you are in day or night mode, but that's it. To find out anything about your progress, you have to sync the device. One of the best things about a Fitbit is it's effortless wireless sync. On the Up - despite Jawbone being known as 'the Bluetooth company' - sync is performed by physically plugging the band into your Android or iOS phone, via the headphone jack. A cover clips off one end of the band (be careful you don't lose it) revealing a 3.5mm headphone plug. It's not a particularly painful process, but wireless sync does seem like a strange omission. One benefit is improved device compatibility - any Android phone with a headphone socket is supported, including my beloved HTC One. ;) The best way to view your Fitbit data is on the website... for the Up there is no website experience, everything is managed from your phone. Food tracking is available as is activity tracking and 'teams' (for competing with your friends). While Jawbone does have an API, it's relatively closed at the moment. There is support for some third party apps and there is some nice IFTTT integration, but the API isn't available to everyone (yet). Like the Fitbit the Up has a battery life of around 7-10 days and uses a proprietary USB charger. Both devices charge quickly though, so when you know you're going to be sitting still for a little while, it's not too much of an inconvenience to plug it in. The sleep features on the Up are actually a little better than you'll find on the Fitbit. I've found the actual data about my sleep more accurate and the silent alarm feature provided is more intelligent - it utilises sleep cycle tracking to wake you within a set window rather than at a specific pre-defined time, aiming to leave you more refreshed than if you happen to be woken during a period of deep sleep. A 'power nap' function lets you get some sleep during the day and have the band wake you after the optimum nap time. A configurable 'idle alert' function lets you set the band to vibrate if you stay still for a specified amount of time... if I haven't moved in an hour (sitting at the computer or whatever) I set my band to vibrate and I go for a wander. Quite cool, I get extra steps then too. :) Can you really count steps accurately on a wrist? One of the biggest questions I had when the Up arrived and i'd been using the Fitbit was... is it really possible to count steps accurately on a wrist? As it turns out... yes, I'd say it is. Wearing the Fitbit and the Up at the same time the two devices were always around the same step count, which to be honest, I really didn't expect. When you're choosing which one to buy, I wouldn't consider that as a factor. Which one should I buy? Ah, the big question. The answer is... it depends. Look at the subtle differences between the features and decide which one works best with how you're likely to use it. For example, if you don't want a wristband, the Fitbit is a no-brainer. If you don't use a PC much and want to sync via your phone (and you don't use a Samsung!), then the Jawbone is a must have. The most powerful factor though is - what device do you friends use? 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Zillertal climbing shock. Part 2.
11th Jul 2013
Part 2…
So to the climbing in Zillertal:
I was a little apprehensive about climbing on granite, as it's not my favourite rock and had heard it was quite burly with not many holds to choose from. But I was pleasantly surprised at the variety of routes and styles and I really enjoyed the climbing here.
The first couple of days were a bit grim with rainy, cold weather and quite a bit of wet rock. But we all persevered and managed to get stuff done. I shocked myself by flashing a f7a+ (on top rope) on the first day, then onsighted a f7b on the second day, so my visions of only being able to climb f6c, were dispensed with quickly.
I don't really know how I was managing to climb these grades, having really done nothing for months but can only put it down to the access work keeping me quite strong and I felt I was climbing really well and moving efficiently on rock.
The weather improved all the time and by the fourth day I got to the last move onsight of a very blind f7c. I really hung in there and was searching about for holds but couldn't find anything and just jumped for an obvious chalked hold that was just too far away. I was pretty gutted at falling off right at the top but also had to feel pleased too, as this far exceeded what I thought I was capable of at this time. What also made me feel slightly better, was that a f9a climber got on straight after me and did exactly the same thing, falling off where I had. I was pretty surprised but it showed me that it wasn't just me and it was a very blind sequence.
One of the new Marmot stars is a young lady from Sweden called Matilda Soderlund. It was fantastic to see her in action and pretty much out climb the boys. You don't see women do that very often and it was a real pleasure to see how she does it. She just gets holds and pulls on them come what may…and is also very strong and fit. She was made for climbing, being tall, light and has exceedingly long arms- but has the movement skills to back it all up. She is doing the leading world cups this year, so it'll be interesting to watch her progress.
So by the end of the week, I was really starting to feel like a climber again and thought, well if I can nearly onsight a f7c, then why not get a harder redpoint project.
So I got on an f8a at Monkey Island thinking it would be a fun process just to try some harder moves and see how it all felt. Well, shock horror, if I didn't redpoint it on my third go!! To say I was elated was an understatement, I was unbelievably happy with that! Doing an f8a in a day is no mean feat and it was certainly not what I was expecting to achieve when I arrived in the Zillertal a few days previously.
After this the van died and I was caught up in sorting that out but on the Sunday, went out climbing with a load of the Austrian locals. All mates of Gerhard Horager, which was the Marmot pro we had all stayed with. They were a nice bunch and all very good. Well yet again I surprised myself by getting on an f8a and coming very close to flashing it! It was not my style at all, having very beefy moves and being quite steep but somehow, I was managing to get through the moves and plough on. But I was thwarted by a long shouldery move to what turned out to be a very small hold and by this point my fingers were uncurling and I just couldn't hold on. I was so pumped when I got back to the ground, that there was no chance I was going to recover and be able to have a go at redpointing it. But after a long rest, I onsighted a f7b+, so another fantastic day.
Image above: Some of the Marmot gang at Nasenwand on Day 2
Image below: Bouldering in the woods
After this, I was on my own for a few days waiting for the van to be fixed, but I was lucky enough that therewas bouldering an easy walk from where I was staying and I had a lovely time exploring the forest and finding cool problems. My weakness definitely showed up on the bouldering though, as technique can only get you so far and when you just have to pull hard, my arms were like "erm I don't think so". I had fun though which is surprising, as I don't normally like bouldering that much but it is a very special place and was sheltered from the very hot weather that had arrived.
Finally I got the van back on Friday and headed off back up through Germany, feeling like I'd found a bit of me again and knew what made me happy.
Now I'm back at work in Leeds but seem to be quite psyched for climbing, which is a nice feeling after so long of being in what felt like a state of limbo.
The conditions on the limestone in The Peak are amazingly dry and I've been down to Cheedale a couple of times and have really enjoyed it. There's an f8a called 'Powerplant' that I haven't done, so I may get on this as a project. It is way beyond my power levels at the moment but will get me stronger by working it. Unfortunately the next few weekends are tied up with work and family dos, so I hope it doesn't rain and get wet at the crag before I get a chance to go back there.
On men's finals day- well done Murray!!!- (I knew he was going to do it this time), I was down the dale and got a very strange injury to my finger (see pics). I was going to try and redpoint a f7c, got on it and was working the moves, then felt a very large swelling in my finger. It was very odd and didn't hurt but the bruising has been immense. I must've burst a blood vessel; I've never seen anything like it before. But needless to say, I had to stop. This meant by the time we got back to the car park, Murray was on match point, four times! I had bought a cute little digital radio the day before and it picked up five live at the crag, so I'd been listening to the match while we were climbing, it was great. I have been totally into Wimbledon. When he won, I just shouted out to anyone in the car park who would listen, " Andy Murray's just won Wimbledon!!" Yeah a bit mad but what an achievement, brings a tear to my eye thinking about it now.
An impressive waterfall I found on one of the many walks I went on, whilst waiting for the van to be fixed. Not a bad place to get stuck!

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Leveling Up Your Social Selling Program with Gamification [Case Study]
Learn how Infosys boosted enthusiasm for their social selling program by gamifying their training process.
June 1, 2017
An automotive manufacturer saves 90% on test operations. A fuel supplier cuts costs by $1 million with a new digital POS solution. A footwear retailer increases their pipeline by $3 million in six months. The common denominator? All of these companies underwent a digital transformation with help from Infosys, a leading global provider of IT and consulting services.
But what does Infosys do when they need to undergo a transformation of their own?
They get creative.
Recently, the Infosys sales team sought to boost revenue by expanding their reach within both new and existing accounts. Since many of their prospects could be found on LinkedIn, the obvious solution was to adopt a social selling approach using Sales Navigator.
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But as with any new program, finding the solution that fits your needs is only half the battle – after that, you've still got to get the rest of your team on-board. Because Infosys is a big company – with more than 200,000 employees around the world – they also have a proportionally big sales force. They needed to find a way to engage the entire widely dispersed sales team, all at the same time.
Initially, the Infosys sales effectiveness team employed a relatively standard approach to training that included on-site trainers, educational videos, and examples of industry-specific workflows. This approach was successful in teaching the fundamentals of social selling with Sales Navigator, but to increase buy-in even further, the team realized that they needed to generate greater excitement for the new program.
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That's when Jagjit Singh, Manager of Sales Strategy and Transformation at Infosys, came up with a brilliant idea: Why not gamify the training program? After all, salespeople are naturally competitive, a trait that pairs nicely with all the elements of game design – point scoring, rules of play, and rewards for achievements.
Drawing from personal experience as a lifelong gamer, Jagjit developed a game where players would have to complete tasks and improve their Social Selling Index (SSI) scores to level up their characters, unlocking new avatars to show off their progress. In devising the scoring system, the team identified 20 actions that would help sales reps learn how to most effectively use Sales Navigator for social selling. These included obtaining an introduction through TeamLink, reaching out to a contact via InMail, and receiving a response from a prospect.
The game featured a total of six avatars. Players who were just beginning their social selling journey were assigned the rank of Wanderer. By completing the prescribed tasks, players could climb the ranks, eventually achieving the highest level of Champion.
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Other sales teams trying to adopt a social selling program can learn a lot from Infosys' experience. If you're struggling to get your team on-board, consider the following lessons:
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The brainchild of J. MAYER H. Architects, Metropol Parasol is an imposing timber construction that transforms the Plaza de la Encarnacíon in Seville into a hive of activity – a social and cultural hub where both local residents and visiting tourists can meet under the architecturally stimulating crown.
The area is being furtively prepared for a grand opening of the Plaza on Sunday 27th March, however the final touches to construction are still ongoing and the Metropol Parasol is due to complete in April 2011.
Gathered beneath the looming formations are a range of attractions and amenities for use by the public. These include an archaeological museum, a farmers market, an elevated plaza, multiple bars and restaurants, with an assortment of viewing platforms located inside the timber arms. A range of eateries are also located in head of each Parasol.
J. MAYER H. Architects comments: "Realised as one of the largest and most innovative bonded timber-constructions with a polyurethane coating, the parasols grow out of the archaeological excavation site into a contemporary landmark, defining a unique relationship between the historical and the contemporary city."
Located in the historic centre of the city, the Plaza de la Encarnacíon is a source of intense interest for archaeological specialists worldwide. The University of Southampton has been working with the University of Seville on a series of investigations in the area, using non-destructive techniques to analyse remains of the Imperial Roman, Late Antique and Islamic city centre.


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Goals that come with a big price tag (think: home renovation or a big trip) are great but if they're getting in the way of the small things that make you happy, it's time to reassess. Because saving for those bigger goals doesn't have to mean sacrificing your happiness along the way. It means taking a little more time to slow down, breathe … and enjoy cost-free moments that matter (and ladder up to your goals). Follow these four easy steps:
1. List three activities that bring you happiness but don't cost much (or anything!)
Too often people are sidetracked by the latest and greatest must-haves or must-dos, but everything you enjoy doesn't have to be costly. Whatever these low-cost or no-cost pastimes are, write them down. Game nights at home with family and friends? Volunteering? Taking a walk in the park? Since you're bound to have more than three, pick the ones that mean the most.
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Maybe you want re-do your living room or go on a rock climbing adventure; whatever the goal, don't put limits on yourself. The point is to get your aspirations onto a list—to put them in perspective and make a plan of action to reach them.
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If your lists have some crossover (like game night with family and friends, and updating your living room), good news! You are closer to reaching that goal than you might have thought. When the low-cost activities that bring you happiness and your larger goals have a common theme (entertaining), you're able to save for that goal while still enjoying the present moments. If you aren't seeing an overlap, don't sweat it. Gaps are to be expected, and you can address those in the next step.
4. Identify one additional thing that'll get you to your goal and bring you happiness
For those items on your lists that don't have a common thread, why not use one to get to the other? For example, if your goal requires some savings, then consider doing your favorite free activity more often. (Sign up for extra volunteer hours versus going to the movies, for example.) Then put the money you'd have otherwise spent during that time into a dedicated account toward that big goal.


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The Syrian uprising is a year old and bloodier than ever as tyrant Bashar al-Assad digs in even further and refuses to give in to the fate of fellow dictators in the Arab Spring.
With a death toll conservatively estimated at more than 6,000 Syrian civilians and defectors -- including brave members of the Syrian armed forces who refused to open fire on peaceful pro-democracy demonstrators -- the global community has been seesawing between cries to do something to stop to the bloodshed and being stymied over how to stop the massacres.
Not surprisingly, that help won't come from the U.N. Security Council, where Russia and China proved yet again that those who oppress basic human rights and the rule of law happily jump into bed together and stay tight under the covers.
And as horrible tales of Syrian suffering continue to reach the world via social media and the Local Coordination Committees of Syria, U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations Susan Rice is on a trip to Haiti.
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Janna Ford, United States
"My wife Helen and I enjoyed 3 weeks in Paris over Christmas and New Year 2017 staying in Clairette. The apartment was perfect for us - great location and enabled us to enjoy the wonderful local produce available from Rue Clair and Rue Saint-Domenique. It is also located close to Champ de Mars buses..."
Harry Simson, Australia
"The apartment was great. We found it convenient to the metro and the neighborhood was full of great restaurants. We loved coming home to the apartment rather than a hotel room. It was just the right size for the 2 of us. The team were very professional and pleasant and welcoming."
Carol H, USA
"We had a wonderful time. Great location; The apartment was lovely with an amazing view of the Eiffel Tower. Josiah was very pleasant and helpful."
Ingrid Badillo, United States
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Angele Sumpter, United States
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Heidi Lindsay, United States
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Martha Ann Sloan, United States
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Margaret Xavier, United States
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Joan Hager, United States
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Lynn Dillavou, United States
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David Huff, United States
"Excellent stay. Well stocked and great location! Sam was great."
deirdre R, USA
"Our stay at Clairette was so much better than we anticipated. Not only was the apartment spacious, clean and in excellent condition, it is in the PERFECT location. We really felt like Parisians-going to the local markets to purchase fresh food to cook in the evening. The only "downside"..."
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Michelle F, USA
"Amazing. Never again will I stay in a hotel in Paris. We lived like locals. Great mix of restaurants, markets and shopping right outside of your door. The apartment was ideal and even better than the photographs. Kitchen was small, but very useful. Bathroom was modern and spacious (for Paris..."
Raj Mathai, United States
"My wife and I came to stay at Clairette for my very first trip to Paris and what a perfect location! The layout of the apartment is practical, the views are spectacular and the atmosphere excellent. After a busy day sightseeing, we particularly enjoyed relaxing on the comfortable chairs and couch..."
Gabriel, South Africa
"The apartment had everything we needed, and was a most comfortable and charming place to stay. And it was easy to get to the métro from our flat, and from there we got everywhere we needed without a single taxi. I wish we had spent more time investigating the nearby shops and restaurants;..."
Melissa Warner, United States
"Everything was great! You really seemed to think of everything and provided lots of info. The team was very friendly and helpful."
Alex E, Canada
"My husband and I stayed in the Clairette for our first visit to Paris. It was just what I dreamed a Paris apartment would be, complete with a view of the Eiffel Tower. Friends were staying in the 6th arrondissement but we chose this location as we are not big shoppers and wanted a quieter sleep,..."
Alex Eames-Christensen, Canada
"The apartment is small but well appointed. The best part of the two small reception rooms which are gracious and usable - nice sitting and dining rooms, very well furnished. The double glazing works to keep the noise out, but you will need to open the windows to ventilate the apartment - if the..."
Robert Clemente, Australia
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Margaret H, United States
"Great week! It was living like a Parisienne! Bakery just next door, Christian Constant restaurants on the corner and walk to Rue Cler for the best cheese and fruit stores you can dream about! Will return very soon, I hope. The apartment has everything you need for a very comfortable stay."
Kathleen Guillermety, Puerto Rico
"What we loved especially was the location, location, location. Within just a few steps, is boulangerie, a boucherie, a super marche, a gourmet coffee/tea/chocolate shop, the bus hub, and countless restaurants with great variety.
This is our fifth stay with Paris Perfect in this..."
SMD, United States
"We enjoyed our second stay with Paris Perfect at the Clairette. The location is great, and we love that our favorite restaurants and shops are all a stroll away. We found the apartment very well equipped and clean and ready for our arrival. We will be back again!"
Tiffany & Richard Woollacott, United States
"Clairette is as beautiful as the name indicates. We enjoyed the easy walk to champ de mar, fine restaurants, markets and metro stations. This year,Paris in July was unusually hot, we were very grateful to have the A/C units. The management team had done a fantastic job in setting up the apartment..."
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Michael Case, United States
"This was our second time to stay in one of your rental apartments. Both times we have been very happy with every aspect of the apartment. This year we spent almost three weeks in Clairette. The apartment was furnished in a comfortable French style with the perfect areas to lounge, read a book or..."
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Bonnie C W, United States
"Our stay at the Clairette apartment was amazing. Absolutely perfect location, with many nice bakeries and restaurants within close walking distance! The apartment was nice and clean and extremely cosy. Only thing we had problems with was fitting Into the lift with our luggage on the first day so we..."
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"Paris is indeed perfect with PARIS PERFECT. The luxury of staying in a great apartment in a great location makes one feel very much at home...plus the apartment is so well appointed with all conviences, making it again a perfect experience. This is our second time with Paris Perfect and also the..."
Mary Lou F and Nicholas Z, United States
"Our stay at Clairette was wonderful. The apartment and the service provided by Paris Perfect was excellent. Clairette was all that it was represented to be and more. Pictures and descriptions are needed for comfort in booking but experiencing the life on the streets and in Clairette's..."
Polly & Al Durham
"Our stay was lovely. From the minute we arrived to the minute we left. Our greeter did an excellent job explaining everything and over the course of our 7 days here it became more and more clear that someone has put a lot of effort into making this apartment absolutely perfect. To be honest, I am..."
Rhonda, USA
"We stayed at Clairette in July with my family of four -- myself and my husband, and my daughter (age 12) and son (age 9). Everything was wonderful -- the apartment was bright, comfy, a spectactuly view and well-appointed. I honestly cannot think of anything else I might have wished for in the..."
Christine Dotts, United States
"Lloyd and I had a WONDERFUL time on our recent FIRST - but not last - trip to Paris. The Clairette is so charming and such a welcome place to arrive each evening. I do want to recognize two of your outstanding staff...Kevin and Lisa were SO very helpful and wonderful to visit with. They both made..."
Lloyd & Dianne H
"Stayed in the Clairette for nearly 2 weeks. Loved the 7th! We could go to Christian Constant restaurants every night. Le Violon, Café Constant and Les Cocottes were all terrific. Also love Toumieux and Au Petit Sud Ouest. The "Skip the Line†Eiffel Tower..."
Mary Anne
"We had a fantastic stay during our time in Paris! The apartment proved to be truly the best accommodation we could have asked for. The location was excellent as we were just a short walk from the Eiffel Tower and the metro. To anyone else thinking of traveling to Paris, we would certainly..."
Michael K, USA
"First time staying with Paris Perfect-- I have stayed with their Italian affiliate several times. Smoothly run operation. Property was fine for one person and would be fine for two. Yes, as someone pointed out, the pictures make the rooms seem larger, but hotels do that, too. You really have..."
Bennet Steinberg, USA
"The apartment is in a wonderful part of Paris; it is light, charmingly furnished, comfortable and has everything we needed for our stay. The kitchen is truly tiny but quite adequate, and we prepared several meals there.The staff was very responsive, pleasant and helpful; in general, a delight to..."
Pam & Elmer Grossman, United States
"This was our second time to rent an apartment in Paris with Paris Perfect. The company is doing an even better job of accommodating the needs of its guests than it did five years ago, and it was doing an excellent job back then!
The Clairette apartment was perfect for our needs - well..."
Mary Louise and David Hopson, United States
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Mary Lou Falcone and Nicholas Zann, United States
"Well equipped, perfectly located! Would stay in the same place again if a return to Paris happens. Paris Perfect staff was great and available."
Barry J. Eckhold, United States
"The Clairette Apartment was perfect, in location, in ammenities, in furnishings, in comfort and in charm. David Sydney & Pam Fierro, United States
Very well located for the day to day shopping needs, proximity to a taxi stand and dining. Relatively convienent for Metro, and very close for Eiffel Tower visiting.
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Wendy & Scott Ulman, USA
"Clairette was absolutely wonderful. Just as we expected and perhaps even more gorgeous! We wished for absolutely nothing. The neighbourhood is excellent. Lovely restaurants, markets and shops. So close to public transport and perfect for leisurely walks. Clairette is a very special place and we..."
Karin & Jason G, Australia
"We have stayed at a London Perfect Apartment and now a Paris Perfect Apartment. Both were a wonderful part of our trip and we would never again stay in a hotel. Madelyn and Phillipe seems to have thought of every little detail, from, if interested, having a driver pick you up at the airport to..."
Pamela & Biagio M, Canada
"Your people were gracious and helpful. Help to see a doctor was greatly appreciated. The cooking class you organised was wonderful - so enjoyed meeting other guests. That flat is very nice and the appliances are first rate. I used the Nespresso machine and really marveled at the ease with which..."
Graham & Greta F, USA
"It is a beautifully decorated and equipped apartment and kitchen. Your people were really helpful. You're the best apartment group in all of Paris."
Margaret M, Canada
"My husband and I stayed in Clairette directly across the street from Sancerre where our 16 yr. old daughter was staying with another family. Clairette exceeded our every expectation. The apartment was bright and airy and spacious. We had more room than we knew what to do with. We particularly..."
Lindsay Lanaux, United States
"My husband was given the treat of a week in Clairette for his 80th birthday. At first we were a little apprehensive about how we would cope but from the moment we arrived in Paris we were looked after so well. We were met at the appartment and everything was explained though we did take time to..."
Shirley Temple, United Kingdom
"Great apartment; safe location. Thanks for the guide to the neighborhood! We used it often, especially for dinner."
Jennifer N
"Your staff were extremely helpful. We had a most comfortable stay in Clairette. We think the location is great and the surrounding shops and restaurants very good. Thank you!"
Shirley T
"Merci! I am a very detail-oriented individual. Your expertise was excellent; thank you! You thought of everything!!"
Maureen G
"We stayed at the Clairette apartment with our two teenage daughters in August of 2009. We were very happy with the decor and layout of the apartment. We LOVED the neighborhood. All the cooking utensils were brand new and the furniture and bedding were beautiful. We only had one problem-getting..."
The King Family - Chevy Chase, MD
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Christine M - Medina, WA
"Hello ParisPerfect Team: Our sincerest thanks to all of you for a fantastic stay in Paris . Clairette is a beautiful apartment in an ideal location. The views are spectacular-there's nothing like seeing the Eiffel Tower sparkle every night - we never got tired of it! The apartment is wonderfully..."
Jane & Alan Meagher - Bristow, Virginia
"We stayed in the Clairette in August, 2009. The staff with Paris Perfect was so gracious, helpful and friendly. The apartment was more than we had anticipated! It had everything plus two people could even get in the shower! This is VERY unusual in Paris! When you close the French doors the..."
Kempa & Bob Rider - Spring, Texas
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Now that we have settled back home, I wanted to take a moment to thank you for a wonderful stay at the Clairette apartment last week. Everyone we dealt with at Paris Perfect was friendly and professional, and the apartment was just right for our family. We have..."
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Abby Raphael
Clairette is located within close proximity to Champ de Mars park, the River Seine and many of Paris' most famous monuments and museums. This beautiful flat is surrounded by cafés, shops, and restaurants that our guests love. Being able to share in the experiences of Parisians who have lived here for generations as they walk their children to school, shop the nearby open markets, and relax in sidewalk cafés in this village-like atmosphere provides memories of a lifetime.
You'll love the quaint, French provencal style of the rental
Stunning view of surrounding buildings and Eiffel Tower from the french doors
Living area is flooded with sunlight
Eiffel Tower view from the French windows
Custom cabinetry houses the TV, DVD player and CD/stereo
Parisian accents abound in the living room
Separate seating area with comfortable sofa bed with into two single beds
Beautiful detail in the decor
Open a glass of wine to celebrate your arrival!
Get flowers from a local florist to decorate the space
Walk to one of the local bakeries for fresh croissants
Dining table with a view
Bring home croissants for a perfectly Parisian breakfast
Watch the sunset and the Eiffel Tower light up at night!
Prepare gourmet meals in the kitchen of your Paris flat
Microwave, dishwasher and nespresso machine
Antique clock hangs upon the apartment wall
Provencal style bedroom with comfortable extra wide queen bed
This quiet bedroom overlooks a courtyard
Tassels on the wardrobe doors
Large closet provide plenty of storage space in the bedroom
Delicate pink touches in the bedroom
Bathroom with shower, sink and toilet
Walk-in shower
Pamper yourself in the beautiful modern bathroom
Watch the world go by at La Fontaine de Mars
Have an authentic cup of French coffee with your breakfast
Sample some amazing French patisseries
Boulangeries are stationed throughout the neighborhood
Sample authentic French cheeses
The famous Rue Cler is the perfect place for a casual outing
Fresh eggs
Spoil a loved one with a beautiful boquet of flowers
The Eiiffel Tower is a 4 minute walk away
Playgrounds in the Champs de Mars are perfect for children
Beautiful flowers at the Palais Royal gardens
Rodin Museum
Golden Dome of the Invalides
See the sights from the Seine River
Watch the sun set over the Seine River


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This is the High Planes Models Canberra T.4 in 1/72 scale wearing the yellow and black stripes of the Suez Canal Crisis. This T.4 is part of a group build coordinated by the NorthWest Scale Modelers (NWSM) club based out of Seattle's Museum of Flight. This internationally renowned museum is located on Boeing Field in my hometown of Seattle, Washington. The NWSM club maintains a themed display of mostly scale aircraft models located at the entrance to the "Wings Café": the museums glass-walled restaurant that affords diners a great view of the airports active runway.
The theme of the current display is aircraft (and some armor) that participated in the Suez Canal Crisis of October 29 to November 7th, 1956. This short conflict entailed the use of a broad range of aircraft that included RAF Hunters, and Canberra's, Egyptian Mig-17's and Meteor's, French Corsairs and F-84's, and Israeli B-17's and P-51's. Use of the Canberra was most notable during Operation Musketeer: an attack on several Egyptian airfields conducted on the night of October 31st.
To assemble a sufficient show of force for Operation Musketeer, front-line Canberra squadrons were augmented with T.4 trainers. Since the T.4 has a solid nose, easy options in 1/72 scale are to modify the Airfix kit or build the High Planes Canberra. I opted for the High Planes kit as boxing #KO72090 provides markings for Canberra WT479, a T.4 that participated in Musketeer.
The Kit:
If you're not accustomed to High Planes models what greets you upon opening the box can be a bit surprising. I'm referring, to the very blue colored plastic High Planes kits are composed of. This plastic is also a bit translucent and it is this aspect of the material that, for me, made it a bit trying to work with: especially when scribing (more later).
This is a limited production kit and as such a lot of time was spent prepping the individual parts prior to assembly. There is a fair amount of flash on all parts and the sprue gates are quite large. The resin parts are roughly cast and many were distorted in my example. The decal sheet provides markings for three aircraft however, the surface of most of the roundels on my sheet were slightly damaged. Two nicely formed vacuum form canopies are supplied so at least you get one to learn on.
The instructions are minimal and comprised of a single, 2-sided sheet. One very helpful note provided therein is to use one of the prepared vac canopies to determine the appropriate width of the fuselage—really.
And on that note, I dove in, dust mask on, Dremel tool whirring.
The fuselage halves were thinned by rubbing them in an alternating circular motion on a sheet of sand paper taped to a piece of glass. Using the canopy as a guide, the halves were thinned until, when assembled, the canopy rested into the intended recesses on each fuselage halve.The cockpit was then painted by brush with Mission Models NATO Black (#035) and glued together using Tamiya Extra Thin Cement. A decided warp one in of the halves necessitated the use of a couple of clamps: just a couple.
After the fuselage had set, the nose section was removed with a razor saw and the resin nose was glued in place with CA glue (Bob Smith Industries). The seam around the new nose and some of the main fuselage seam were filled with Mr. Hobby Mr. Surfacer 1,000 and when dry, sanded smooth using a Flexi-File contour sander. This was the perfect tool for this job as any flattening of the main seam on the upper portion of the fuselage would be noticeable after painting with RAF Speed Silver.
To complete the fuselage, the horizontal stabilizers were prepped, assembled, and attached with CA glue. The horizontals had no tabs just a butt-join so plastic dowels were installed to strengthen the structure. The canopy was glued in place using Super-Gold CA (Bob Smith) after being dipped in Future and allowed to dry for 24 hours. This was then masked with small strips Tamiya tape and Mr. Hobby Mr. Masking Sol R.
With the fuselage complete I started on the wings. Unfortunately, the resin intakes and exhausts for each nacelle were misshaped and had to be built up with CA glue-Talc and then re-shaped with a file before use. There's more on the CA-Talc trick below. Before the resin pieces could be used however, the wing halves had to be thinned so the trailing edges weren't a scaled ~8ft thick: back to the dust mask and sand paper.
The thinned wing halves were joined with Tamiya Extra Thin Cement and the resin intakes/exhausts were affixed with CA glue. After the leading edges of the wings and the seam around each nacelle were filled with Mr. Hobby Mr. Surfacer 1,000, they were blended-in using a Flexi-File contour sander. The completed wings were then test fitted to the fuselage and that's when I realized my work had just begun.
The Wing to Fuselage Challenge:
To begin with, the wings didn't fit: not even close. The wing-shaped receptacles on each side of the fuselage were simply too short cord-wise by 1-2mm. Out came the ole' Dremel tool and after an additional millimeter or so of plastic was removed from the trailing portion of each receptacle, the wings begrudgingly fit. They were glued in place with copious amounts of CA glue and the slight dihedral of the wings was set by eye. Now, how to deal with the 1mm gap around the perimeter of each wing? Baby powder, what else?
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The large gap around each wing was filled with a mixture of CA glue (Bob Smith) and baby powder or bathroom talcum powder. This is one of my favorite filler materials. By varying the ratio of CA to talc you can obtain filler that, when dry, is softer (more talc) or harder (more CA) as is required for the job at hand. A good starting mix is ~40% CA to ~60% talc by volume. When mixed, the resulting paste can be easily maneuvered into seams and cracks with a toothpick or similar tool. Excess filler can be scraped off or removed with an X-Acto blade. Apply a little CA accelerant like Zip-Kicker (Bob Smith) and in a few moments the filled area is dry and ready for sanding: neat trick.
In preparation for filling, the fuselage area running along the length of the gap was covered with white Nitto Tape: a plastic tape that easily conforms to shapes and curves. The wing area adjacent to the gap was covered with Tamiya tape. A filler of CA/talc (made as described above) was pressed into the gap and excess removed by scraping with a toothpick. After a drop or two of Kicker, the tapes were removed and the fill was smoothed with sanding needles followed by 600 then 1,000-grit Alpha Abrasive sheets. One draw back to using CA/talc is the visible porosity of the filler when dried. This was easily dealt with by applying a coat of Mr. Hobby Mr. Surfacer 1,000 to the filler. When this was dry, the area was blended by wet sanding with Alpha Abrasives 1,000 grit sanding film and a final buff with a 4,000-grit Micromesh pad.
With the model assembled, it was time to deal with some of the inscribed detail issues so I pulled out my standard assortment of scribing tools and magnifying glasses and got to work. However, after only an hour or so of scribing time, I needed as aspirin. I had a headache, but why?
Scribing-Induced Eye Strain? Well, not quite:
Having built my fair share of limited production kits, I'm well accustomed to fill it, file it, and scribe it: repeat. For many hours I've indulged in this activity with only a backache to show for it. That said, after a few hours of this routine on the Canberra, I had a headache. Now, this was a first for me as I'm fortunate to not deal with this affliction very often. Nonetheless, it occurred again the next night after a few hours of Canberra scribing time. Hmmmmmmm……
Just as I was about to make an aluminum foil hat and schedule a CAT Scan, I realized what the issue was: eye strain caused by trying to focus on the translucent High Planes plastic. I was unconsciously working very hard to keep the surface I was scribing in focus since the material is partly see-through. Had I realized this sooner, I would have shot the kit with a quick coat of primer: something in a nice and opaque gray. Oh well, live and learn.
Through perseverance and half a bottle of aspirin, all the major panel lines were re-scribed and many of the smaller details that were either soft or incomplete were refreshed or sharpened with a micro-file and a scriber.
Since the surfaces of all the major parts were rather rough I opted to prime the model in Alclad Black Primer and Micro-filler (#ALC-309). Prior to spraying primer the model was wiped down with a Kim-Wipe saturated in denatured alcohol: my favorite de-greaser. The Alclad primer was then sprayed directly from the bottle at ~15psi using a Harder&Steenbeck Evolution fitted with a 0.4mm tip. The 0.4mm tip is great for getting a nice even coat when shooting primers and clear coats on models of this general size.
When dry, the canopy to fuselage join was smoothed with a Micromesh 3600 pad and the entire model was wet buffed with a sheet of Micromesh 4,000. Micromesh 3,600 and 4,000 (pads or sheets) are great for wet buffing primer coats. As an aside, for wet buffing I prefer to use cold water with a drop of liquid dish washing detergent.
Prior to spraying the model silver, the re-worked area around the canopy was touched up with Alclad Black Primer and Micro-filler shot at 12psi with an H&S Evolution fitted with a 0.2mm tip. In addition, the nacelle intakes were shot with AK Aluminum (AK-479) and the exhausts sprayed with AK Steel ((AK-476). Both the AK colors were shot straight from the bottle at ~12psi using an H&S Evolution fitted with a 0.2mm tip. When dry, the intakes and exhausts were masked with Tamiya tape and the model prepped for high-speed silver.
The model was sprayed with Alclad RAF High Speed Silver (ALC-125) shot straight from the bottle at ~15psi using an H&S Evolution fitted with a 0.4mm tip. This paint is best applied first as a light dry coat followed by a wet coat. In addition, the paint in the airbrush cup was periodically stirred with a pipette while spraying to prevent settled pigment from altering the way the paint sprayed.
After a 3 hour drying time, the model was sprayed with Alclad Aqua Gloss Clear (ALC-600) shot at ~15psi with an H&S Evolution fitted with a 0.4mm tip. This is my go-to clear coat: great stuff. The model was then set aside to dry for 24 hours.
In preparation for painting, the striped areas on the wings and fuselage were masked off with Tamiya tape. Once in place, the edges of each piece of tape were burnished down to ensure a nice clean line would result. Other areas of the model were covered with Parafilm to be sure there would be no silly mistakes and ensuing profanity. The striped areas were then shot with Mission Models Yellow (#007) to which Mission White (#001) was added to ~10% to confer a slight "cream" hue to the final mix. This was then sprayed using my procedure for shooting Mission Model paints described in detail below:
Spraying Mission Model Paints:
To spray Mission paints I first prepare a solution of Mission Model Thinner to which Missions Polyurethane Mix Additive (Polymix: a flow and leveling agent) has been added to ~10%. I then dilute Mission Models Paints directly into this solution for spraying.
Using a pre-mixed solution of Polymix and Thinner allows you to prepare paint dilutions in a much more reproducible way thereby ensuring that the resulting mixes will spray in a predictable manner. In short, why re-invent the "the paint wheel" every time you mix up a batch of paint? Diluting all your paints with Thinner-10 simply decreases batch-to-batch variability.
If counting drops is how you roll, no worries. Thinner-10 is roughly 1 drop of Polymix to ~10 drops of Thinner. If you prefer to work in ratios Thinner-10 equates to a ratio of Polymix to Thinner of 1:10. I prepare a large volume (40ml) at a time and store this in an appropriate bottle for use when painting. Properly stored, Thinner-10 lasts for many months (forever?) with no issues.
Preparing Mission Models "Thinner-10"
1) Using a 3.5ml pipette, transfer a total of 4ml of Mission Models Polyurethane Mix Additive to a 40ml beaker.
2) Add Mission Models Thinner up to the 40ml mark on the beaker.
3) After stirring the mix with a spatula, transfer the entirety into a 40ml paint storage bottle.
For general spraying, I dilute Mission Model paints directly into Thinner-10 at a ratio of 60% paint to 40% Thinner-10. That's 6 drops of paint to 4 drops of Thinner-10 and that's exactly how I diluted my Mission Yellow prior to spraying at ~12psi. This was shot with an H&S Infinity fitted with a small 0.15mm tip to lessen overspray.
Paint of any brand with a predominantly yellow hue is usually difficult to spray with respect to coverage. Not so with Mission Models Yellow which provided very good coverage over the high-speed silver base coat. When the yellow was dry, additional strips of Tamiya tape were applied over the yellow areas in preparation for shooting the black stripes which were shot with Mission Models NATO black (#035) to which a few drops of Mission Black (#047) had been added. I try to never use pure black in any scale but especially small scales like 1/72. Straight black is too dark due to both scale effect and because it leaves no tonal room for subsequent weathering steps. Okay, enough of that artsy stuff. The black strips were sprayed with the previously described mix diluted to 60% paint: 40% Thinner-10 and shot at ~12psi using an H&S Infinity fitted with a small 0.15mm tip to lessen overspray.
The grey panel on the vertical stabilizer was then masked off with strips of Tamiya tape and shot with Mission Models British Slate Grey spayed at ~12psi with H&S Infinity fitted with a small 0.15mm tip. When this was dry, all Tamiya tape and Parafilm were removed and the model was given another coat of Alclad Aqua Gloss Clear (ALC-600) sprayed at ~15psi with an H&S Evolution fitted with a 0.4mm tip.
Twenty-four hours later, the kit decals were applied using conventional methods and Micro-Set and –Sol. Obstinate decals were dealt with accordingly: AK Decal Adaptor Solution (AK582). This is great stuff but use with caution because if left on too long it will soon begin to affect Alclad Aqua Gloss Clear. It's best used sparingly and quickly.
After the decals had dried overnight, the model was given a final coat of Alclad Aqua Gloss Clear shot at ~15psi with an H&S Evolution fitted with a 0.4mm tip. The model was then set aside to dry while I dealt with some final fiddly bits.
Finishing Up:
The main landing gear/gear door assemblies were chiseled carefully removed from their sprues, and brush painted Mission Models White (#001). The nose gear assembly, provided in resin, was removed from its pouring block, cleaned up with micro-files, and painted white. Likewise, the resin wheels were cleaned up and the hubs brush painted Mission white. When dry, round masks of Tamiya tape were cut using a PE stencil and used to cover the hubs while the tires were shot with Mission Models Tire Black (# 040) sprayed at 12psi with an H&S Evolution fitted with a 0.2mm tip.
The nose gear, main gear, and all gear doors were affixed with thick CA glue (Bob Smith) and the model was given a final coat of Vallejo Satin Varnish (70.522) diluted to ~20% with Vallejo Thinner (71.161). This was applied with an H&S Evolution fitted with a 0.2mm tip. For finer control when shooting the satin coat I opted to use a smaller 0.2 mm tip and applied the satin using multiple light dry coats. In this way I lessen the chance of over shooting and getting a finish that is too flat.
When this was dry, the canopy masks were carefully removed and any excess paint was gently scraped away from the clear areas using the tip of an X-Acto blade. The navigation lights in each wing tip were then masked off with thin strips of Tamiya tape and shot with Tamiya Clear Red (X-27) or Clear Green (X-25) accordingly. These were diluted to ~20% paint in Gunze Mr. Color Leveling thinner and sprayed at ~10psi with an H&S Infinity fitted with a 0.15mm tip. When dry, the tapes were removed and this modeler did an awkward victory dance: one Canberra T.4 completed!!!!
Whew! What a kit! That really was a lot of fun. No, it wasn't a walk in the "modeling park" by any stretch but it forced me to dust off a few old tricks and come up with a few new ones and, for me, that's what it's all about. I enjoyed that. I don't think I'd build another: one is sufficient, thank you. I do recommend it to anyone with some experience building short run kits who wants a bit of a challenge. Between the high-speed silver finish and the red/black stripes, the result is an eye-catching model to say the least. Most importantly, this kit, along with all the other models built by members of the NothWest Scale Modelers club will serve to educate the public as to aircraft that participated in the Suez Canal Crisis of 1956.
Thanks for reading along. If you have any questions or want additional information just drop me a line at [email protected]
Now go paint something 🙂


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Mundorama is an agile approach to the issues on the international agenda and the Brazilian foreign policy. The Bulletin publishes short articles on the issues of the international agenda.The initiative disseminates economic and situational analysis, technical notes, doctoral and master dissertations, call for papers, research reports, news about events and the collection in digital format of specialized scientific journals. The publication provides a non-exhaustive approach, but careful and attentive to the development of the community specialized in International Relations in Brazil.
Mundorama is a publication of the Center for Brazilian Foreign Policy Studies, a laboratory of the Graduate Studies Program of the Institute of International Relations of the University of Brasilia. It was initially conceived as an activity of the integrated research project Strategic Partnerships in Brazil: the ongoing experience and the concept of construction (developed by researchers at the University of Brasilia and several other Brazilian and international institutions between 2007 and 2012), and supported by the National Council National for the Scientific and Technological Development – CNPq.
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|She was born this way. With a makeup artist, airbrushing and a giant wind machine.
Sure there are some good bits. But there are far more bad bits. Also, we do not need to see ANYONE being ACTUALLY BORN, thank you very much, regardless of....well, regardless of anything, really.
To be fair to the woman, you certainly can't look away from this clip - but it's kind of the music video equivalent of last night's Oscars ceremony. It's trying desperately to be young and hip, but really just ends up being self-congratulatory, expected, and a little cringey to watch.
Womp womp.


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best way
visit their beautiful house and studio
and learn something new
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yes, you´re back!ReplyDelete
looks like a wonderful place -
and a real sunday.
- Anonymous10/27/2008
Yes to all of it! To learning new things, to spending time out of doors, to being with dear ones... yes!ReplyDelete
seems like you've had a wonderful time...ReplyDelete
hmm it sounds wonderful and the images look intriquing.ReplyDelete
is that some kind of old money? you have a country history i would love to hear bits and tears of... if you want to share now and then... Na Zdravi... :)
- Anonymous10/29/2008
What a magical studio.ReplyDelete
Thanks for your comments. It seems that it was the last sunny day :-(ReplyDelete
mansuetude:yes, it´s 100 crowns from deep totality, when we still were Czechoslovakia, not Czech republic. But right now, I am so frustrated from the situation here, that I wouldn´t be able to write anything positive...
But Na zdraví - this helps :-)
Yes, seems like a a wonderful day!ReplyDelete
Amazing landscapes!ReplyDelete
What is that new skill you're learning?
hope you are fine and have another best weekend this one!ReplyDelete


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Fundamental of RFID
What is RFID?
Radio frequency identification, or RFID, is a generic term for technologies that use radio waves to automatically identify people or objects. There are several methods of identification, but the most common is to store a serial number that identifies a person or object, and perhaps other information, on a microchip that is attached to an antenna (the chip and the antenna together are called an RFID transponder or an RFID inlay). The antenna enables the chip to transmit the identification information to a reader. The reader converts the radio waves reflected back from the RFID tag into digital information that can then be passed on to computers that can make use of it.
How does an RFID system work?
An RFID system may consist of several components including tags, tag readers, edge servers, middleware, and application software.
The purpose of an RFID system is to enable data to be transmitted by a mobile device, called a Tag, which is read by an RFID reader and processed according to the needs of a particular application. The data transmitted by the tag may provide identification or location information, or specifics about the product tagged, such as price, color, date of purchase, etc.
In a typical RFID system, individual objects are equipped with a small, inexpensive tag. The tag contains a transponder with a digital memory chip that is given a unique electronic product code . The interrogator, an antenna packaged with a transceiver and decoder, emits a signal activating the RFID tag so it can read and write data to it. When an RFID tag passes through the electromagnetic zone, it detects the reader's activation signal. The reader decodes the data encoded in the tag's microchips and the data is passed to the host computer. The application software on the host processes the data, often employing Physical Markup Language (PML).
What is Radio Frequency Identification?
Radio frequency identification, or RFID for short, is a term describing technologies that use radio frequencies to identify objects.
Is RFID technology better than using barcode technology?
Radio frequency identification technology is not necessarily better than bar codes. It can work in conjunction with bar codes to help manage inventory. The main difference is the fact that bar codes have to be in the line of site for the scanner to read it, whereas RFID tags can be read in multiple quantities as long as they're in close proximity of the reader (usually 2-5 ft). Another benefit of using RFID technology is where barcodes can only identify a type of good; Radio Frequency Identification technology can narrow the information down to the single product itself. RFID technology furthermore allows for data to be encoded onto the tag allowing multiple reads to occur at the same time. For example, in one application inventories could be counted in seconds rather than hours, thus utilizing employees at hand more efficiently and productively.
Will RFID technology replace barcodes?
That is not very likely since bar codes are inexpensive and are effective for certain tasks. RFID will grow and work with the information on the bar code to help inventory management and tracking costs low.
Is RFID technology new?
RFID has been around since the 1970's, but has been too expensive to operate. Today, companies are finding cheaper ways to produce the RFID tags now making the whole RFID system more affordable than ever.
Why is RFID technology only starting to catch on now in the supply chain industry?
The main problem has been the standards for RFID. Most companies request frequency ranges to be Ultra High Frequency (UHF), which offers a longer read range. UHF is a relatively new technology, and has only started to become affordable recently. Also, a conversion to RFID is a major step that just one company in the supply chain might not want to do until other companies in the supply chain are ready for RFID.
Are there companies out there today using RFID technology?
Yes, there are many companies around the world using this new technology. Companies such as Wal-Mart have started the trend by requiring all suppliers to use RFID technology.
What are some of the common applications for RFID?
RFID can be used to track inventory in retail businesses from cereal to toothpaste, can even be used to locate parts needed for equipment repair, as well as collect payments at tolls. RFID is also being used today at local hospitals in multiple applications. These are just a few applications; the use of RFID is limitless in its possibilities.
How will RFID benefit my company?
RFID can be used to track work in progress and can speed up the flow of goods in a warehouse. The main objective of RFID technology is to reduce the cost of labor used in tracking goods, reduce errors in shipping and overall inventory levels, and to increase the overall efficiency in any field.
How does a RFID system work?
The basic parts of an RFID system include an RFID tag that consists of a microchip with a small antenna. That antenna enables the microchip to receive and respond to Radio-Frequency (RF) queries from an RFID reader or interrogator. The reader sends out waves to the Tag, after that the Tag responds back to the reader with the information given. These again are just the basics of an RFID system.
What is the difference between Low-, High-, and Ultra-High Frequencies?
RFID Tags and Readers need to be on the same frequency in order to function. The differences of the frequencies are similar to those in radio. Different channels have different information. Finding the right frequency is critical because radio waves can only function at their own frequency level.
How do I know which frequency to use?
Low end frequencies (LF) require less energy and are less costly. They work well exceptionally well on non-metallic items. They do work well around items with high water content, but the read range is limited to just a few feet. An ultra-high frequency (UHF) is effective at reading tags at further locations. Also, UHF can transfer the data faster than low end frequencies. The downfall of UHF is the fact that it cannot read through certain materials, in that case the product would have to be directed at the reader.
Are all countries going to use the same frequency?
The answer is no. Governments will decide what frequencies to use; they will also regulate the power of the readers to limit the interference with other devices.
What are some common types of RFID equipment being used today?
RFID equipment can be broken into 3 main categories: there are RFID readers, RFID tags, and RFID antennas which are the essentials of RFID equipment and are vital in running an RFID supply chain. There are other RFID products being used that can add more efficiency to the supply chain, such as RFID printers and RFID smart labels.
Why RFID technology is so important in today's industry?
Many top end retailers and companies are using RFID technology in today's market and are requiring suppliers to do the same. This technology helps any supply chain or business flow much more efficiently with less time spent on tracking.
Why should I use RFID technology?
With growing inventory costs and the down time of lost products, RFID technology can help decrease the extra costs caused by leaks in the supply chain. RFID technology has been around for many years now, and the use of this technology in supply chains around the world has shown tremendous success in the efficiency and overall flow of the business.
How much information can a tag store?
That depends on the vendor and the application of the tag. Most tags will use a 96-bit serial number. These are the simple tags that will be used in most throw away packaging. The tags can hold up to 2KB of data, however these are not to be just used once and thrown away.
What's the difference of between read-only and read-write RFID tags?
The Read-Only tags have all the original information the manufacturer placed on them, but have no capability of adding additional information to them. While Read-Write tags have the ability to add additional information to the tag, it also has the capability to erase and re-write information on a particular tag and can be used again in another product.
What is a WORM tag?
WORM stands for write once, read many. This acts as a read-only tag where they have no ability to have information added to them; however Worm Tag information is added by the consumer rather the manufacturer.
What are the differences between Active and Passive RFID tags?
Active tags have a power source linked to them similar to a battery; the power is used to broadcast a signal to the reader. Passive tags draw their power from the reader using electromagnetic waves to induce the antenna on the tag to send out the information. The key difference between the two is Active tags can be read at longer distances than Passive tags, which subsequently leads to a higher cost.
What is the read range for a typical RFID tag?
There is no simple answer for this question. Low frequency tags have a range of about 1-2 ft. Ultra High Frequency (UHF) tags have a range of 20-30ft, and active tags can boost the signal to 300 ft.
What is tag collision?
This is when many tags or transponders send a signal back at the same time, the reader then becomes confused. Different vendors have come up with different ways to help singulate the tags.
What is energy harvesting?
Most passive RFID tags just reflect back the waves with the information on it. Energy harvesting is when the tag gathers the energy and stores it for a brief moment, the information is then sent back to the reader at a different frequency. This method will help the passive tags performance dramatically.
What is a chipless RFID tag?
Chipless tags are a generic term used to describe a tag without a microchip inside. Instead of a microchip, the radio frequencies take a "picture" of the tag to identify the product; a computer then takes the wave or "picture" and uses it like a fingerprint to identify the product.
RFID doesn't't work well on metal or water products right?
Well yes and no. Certain frequencies have a hard time with metal and water. Low end and high end frequencies have been working well around metal and water. Some low end frequencies have actually been embedded into some metal car parts without any RFID problems.
What are agile readers?
Agile readers can multitask by being able to read different frequencies or by some other method of communication between the tag and the reader.
What is reader collision?
One small problem with RFID is there can be interference between two readers. This is called reader collision. The RFID fields of the readers collide and can cause friction in the supply chain. One solution might be to have the readers operate at different times to reduce collision.
What is dense reader mode?
Dense reader mode is used when many readers are being used in close proximity. Each Reader will use a different channel from the other Reader in the vicinity to communicate with the tags. This prevents reader collision.
Can class 1 and class 0 Readers be upgraded to read EPC gen 2 Tags?
In most cases RFID Readers can be upgraded, it depends on the model or brand.
What is the difference between intelligent and dumb Readers?
Intelligent readers can have many different protocol functions such as storing tag data and can run applications. Dumb readers might only be able to read one type of tag, one frequency, and the ability to operate one protocol.
Will governments be able to track people with RFID?
Only if they are willing to place RFID tags in every piece of our clothing or put a tag in our skin. Then the government would have to understand all the information in the database, in other words not likely.
Why do companies want to use RFID if not keep track of the consumers?
RFID will help improve the supply chain to its maximum efficiency. This means less money spent on tracking, and more money in profits.
What kind of data does a company want to collect?
The RFID is used to help keep items on the shelves for consumers to buy. RFID wants every product to be accounted for so it can continue to improve the supply chain.
Can RFID tags in consumer products be deactivated?
Yes, there is a kill command that can be used when the item has been purchased. EPC standards are pushing to have a kill command placed in all Tags so they can never be reactivated.
What is a UPC?
UPC stands for Universal Product Code, which has been used to auto-identify items via machine-readable barcodes for a number of years.
What is an EPC?
The EPC, or Electronic Product Code, is the next generation of automatic product identification. EPCglobal, an organization leading the development of industry standards for EPC, refers to the EPC as a "simple, compact 'license plate' that uniquely identifies objects (items, cases, pallets, locations and so on) in the supply chain."
What are the differences between UPC and EPC?
A UPC only identifies object classes or generic categories of product — such as a pack of Wrigley's Spearmint gum. An EPC uses a unique serial number to identify each individual pack of gum and makes it possible to automatically track products from manufacturer to store shelf.
What is the difference between an inlay and a label?
An inlay is the functional portion of the RFID label. It is made up of the antenna to which a chip (the brains of the inlay) is attached. The inlay is typically supplied on a substrate or carrier and is called a dry inlay, or if adhesive is added, it is called a wet inlay. In both cases the inlay is supplied to a converter where it is inserted into a label or tag or whatever type of construction is required for the application.
What benefits does RFID have over barcodes?
The most obvious benefit is that RFID does not have to be seen to be read. Bar codes must be placed on the outside of the product and the product must be orientated so the bar code is inline with the scanner. On the other hand, with RFID, you could have (multiple) products inside a sealed carton (for example) and each product can still be identified. Another important difference is that RFID is a read/write technology. So if desired the data can be written (or programmed) after it has been attached to the product. This offers a higher level of flexibility to track and update the data as the product goes through the supply chain, into the end use application or beyond.
What are the components of an RFID tag?
An RFID tag has a protective/printable face-stock then a layer of adhesive.then the RFID inlay.then another layer of adhesive.and finally a removable liner.
The RF inlay provides the RFID functionality. The inlay consists of a carrier sheet that holds an RF antenna, to which is bonded a tiny microchip. The liner and face stock are typically made of paper, but may also be made from other materials such as plastic films.
The selection of materials determines how well the tag will survive and whether it will be compatible with printers, applicators and other system hardware. Material selection may also have to accommodate FDA regulations. In addition, there are mechanical considerations, such as selecting an adhesive that will ensure the tag will remain adhered to the carton.
What is the difference between an inlay and a label?
An inlay is the functional portion of the RFID label. It is made up of the antenna to which a chip (the brains of the inlay) is attached. The inlay is typically supplied on a substrate or carrier and is called a dry inlay, or if adhesive is added, it is called a wet inlay. In both cases the inlay is supplied to a converter where it is inserted into a label or tag or whatever type of construction is required for the application.
What does an RFID inlay consist of?
Functionally, an inlay consists of an antenna and a microchip.
The antenna drives tag performance and governs how well the tag will work in a particular application. Precision-designed to receive and broadcast RF signals, the antenna is made from a conductive material (such as silver, copper or aluminum). The antenna makes contact with an RF reader over a distance determined in large part by the amount of metal and size of the antenna. Contacts attached to the microchip make the circuit between the microchip and antenna.
The chip design determines the protocol or class of the tag's operation. Different microchips have different features that can also affect performance. RFID microchips contain circuitry capable of handling a variety of functions from power conversion to data storage and retrieval.
What does an RFID strap consist of?
A strap consists of a microchip with two over-sized contact pads on a carrier sheet to facilitate high-speed roll-to-roll manufacturing. In conventional flip-chip manufacturing, the microchip is a very small component.less than 1mm square.with tiny contact pads that must be placed very precisely on the antenna. This is a relatively slow process. To overcome this problem, Avery Dennison RFID Division has developed an innovative high-speed strap attach process that substantially improves yield rates.
What are RFID inlay antennas made of?
Traditionally, RFID antennas were etched from copper — a relatively slow, relatively wasteful process. Today's antennas tend to be produced with more efficient methods such as etching or stamping.
Why are quality and testing important?
RFID testing provides necessary data on both component quality and expected performance in real-world conditions. Avery Dennison RFID employs an "end-to-end" testing approach, challenging the quality of our inlays from prototype to delivery. Our Atlanta Technical Center simulates the real-world of the supply chain with conveyor, portal and RFID printer and printer/applicator hardware.
What is component testing?
Component testing assures that the inlay's electronic portions will perform as expected. Different test protocols must be followed for different classes of microchips to evaluate near-field performance. This testing protocol includes a "writing to chip" test performed on Class 0+ and Class 1 inlays (including Gen 2).
Another component of the testing protocol is the read sensitivity test. This is performed on all inlays to make sure they meet far-field requirements.
What is "free space" testing?
Tests performed in free space (i.e. performance tests of unattached tags conducted in a controlled environment) are the starting point for performance tests. Although these tests provide good baseline information, they provide insufficient information on which to select tags for specific applications. Carton contents.the orientation of the tag toward the reader antenna. and other environmental issues such as radio frequency noise and physical object interference can impact performance.


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