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Workers have difficulty in finding the cause of manufacturing line problems if the equipment in the line is apparently in good condition. The workers may try disconnecting the ground wire as the last resort and find that the line returns to normal. A large number of operators of high-precision equipment in semi-conductor manufacturing factories or engineers in charge of starting up or servicing equipment in device manufacturing companies may experience this type of phenomenon. Ground line noise often malfunctions equipment, the troubleshooting of which is time-consuming. Our ground line noise filter effectively suppresses line noise that adversely affects equipment, thus ensuring the stable operation of the equipment without losing the safety function of the ground line.
Problems causing the line to halt during operations (intermittent stoppages) were occurring about 10 times per day. The manufacturer of the equipment used was asked to investigate and correct the problem several times, but the stoppages continued. Each time the problem occurred the technician at the site would reset the system. These intermittent stoppages resulted in a
reduction in the operating efficiency of the production line of over 20%.
After a ground line noise filter from GroundNite was installed on the ground line of the PC controlling the factory automation system, the intermittent stoppages were reduced to zero.The customer was extremely pleased.
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A current clamp was connected to the ground line to measure the current in the ground line. A digital oscilloscope was used for data analysis. The spectrum data obtained from the measurement was transferred to a computer.The conditions of the ground line, with and without a ground line noise filter, were measured to check the noise suppression effect of the filter.
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New Equity Data to Inform COVID Recovery Efforts
Dear Atlas users,
The Atlas team has had an exciting month of sharing our data tools and analysis with community partners throughout the Bay Area. As local restrictions loosen and businesses begin to ramp back up, we will continue to equip equity advocates with the research necessary to ensure a just economic recovery. Here are some updates:
New Blog: Economic Recovery Begins by Prioritizing Racial Equity
The Covid-19 pandemic and economic shutdown brought about an unprecedented rise in unemployment in the Bay Area and across the country, particularly for low-income people of color and immigrants. Our new analysis highlights how these communities not only suffered the greatest job losses but were also less likely to receive PPP loans early on and more likely to work in essential jobs than their White counterparts. For the region to recover and thrive, policymakers should prioritize investments in historically underserved communities, connect unemployed and low-wage workers with good jobs, and support businesses owned by people of color and immigrants. Find the analysis here.
Atlas Team Presents Data to Spur an Equitable Recovery to The Commonwealth Club of California
The Commonwealth Club hosted a webinar on May 18, "Building an Inclusive Recovery Across the Bay Area," led by Fred Blackwell, CEO of the San Francisco Foundation. Panelists included Jamila Henderson from the Atlas team who shared findings on how Covid-19 has impacted people of color and low-income communities. Experts and advocates, Chris Iglesias of Unity Council and Tomiquia Moss of All Home, shared their perspectives on what is needed to ensure an equitable recovery for all Bay Area residents. Check out the webinar recording here.
California Tenants Face Barriers in Accessing Rent Relief, Survey Finds
In partnership with Housing NOW and BARHII, PolicyLink surveyed 177 workers conducting intake and outreach for California's emergency rental assistance programs. We found that tenants are facing numerous challenges accessing relief, including technological and language barriers, difficulty supplying the necessary documentation of income losses, and fear of landlord harassment/retaliation or immigration enforcement. The analysis also includes the latest data from our Rent Debt Dashboard, which shows that Californian renter households owe an average of $4700 in back rent. Check out the findings here.
The Cost of Being Californian: New Data on Economic Security from the Insight Center
Through their Family Needs Calculator, the Insight Center found that the hourly wage needed for a family with one parent, one preschooler, and one school-age child to meet basic needs is over $70 an hour in some Bay Area counties. In addition, the percentage of Black households struggling to make ends meet in Marin County increased from 56 percentage in 2018 to 95 percentage in 2021. The Atlas team regularly uses the Family Needs Calculator in our work and are thrilled to have this updated dataset. You can access the report here.
Create Your Own Factsheets on the Racial Equity Data Lab
Last month, we launched the Racial Equity Data Lab, a new space on the National Equity Atlas where you can create unique data displays, dashboards, and maps. The Lab has everything you need to tell your community's equity story using Atlas data: ready-to-use datasets, data visualization basics, and a step-by-step guide to get you started. We held a webinar for the Lab release on May 6th where our Atlas team members Selena Tan and Sarah Treuhaft were joined by USC Equity Research Institute Director Manuel Pastor. Check out the webinar recording here.
In the News
This month, The Business Journal and Pacific Sun covered our findings on household rental debt in the Bay Area. New Hope Network cited our data on Bay Area indigenous communities.
Thank you,
Bay Area Equity Atlas team

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Fresno is Alive with the Sound of Music!
Nestled in the heart of the Central Valley, Children's Musical Theaterworks transported audiences this weekend to the enchanting world of Austria with their delightful rendition of The Sound of Music. Under the direction of Eric Estep, this production breathed new life into a beloved classic, gracing the stage of the Fresno Memorial Auditorium Theatre now through December 10.


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Court documents have shed more light on how a crew of thieves made off with $463,000 from five Langley banks on one Christmas night six years ago.
The theft came to light recently due to a B.C. Supreme Court ruling on a grievance process between armoured car firm Brinks Canada Ltd., and the former employee the company believes is behind the theft. The theft was not made public by the RCMP in 2016.
No one has ever been charged in relation to the crime, and none of the court documents suggest any money has ever been recovered.
Court filings reveal that on Dec. 25, 2016, at least four people are believed to have been involved in the theft, which targeted multiple branches of an unnamed bank served by Brinks Canada Ltd.
Two of the people actually entered the banks, wearing "flush tone [sic] masks and winter clothing," according to a filing by Brinks. They opened the ATMs and removed the cash, but got in and out without setting off any alarms.
READ ALSO: Christmas Day heist in Langley netted almost $500,000, court filing reveals
READ ALSO: Suspected robber nabbed in Langley after holding up six banks in six days
One of the robbers is suspected to have been an employee of Brinks, which transported cash to the banks and filled their ATMs. In court documents, the suspect employee is referred to as "the grievor" because of the ongoing union grievance battle. Brinks filed a grievance demanding he give back $463,000 plus interest, while the former employee launched a grievance over being fired in 2018, as a result of the investigation into the theft.
According to the court filings, there had been a number of incidents leading up to the robbery that led to suspicions it was an inside job, and which put the spotlight on the grievor.
On Dec. 17, 2016 someone pretending to be the suspect's co-worker – identified as F.Y. – called Brinks' National Client Services System to get combinations for seven ATMs. Another call was placed on Dec. 24, the day before the robbery, and again someone pretending to be F.Y., and this time getting 13 combinations.
Brinks alleged that one of the thieves who actually entered the banks was either the grievor or someone who had received inside information from him, because the robbers were "intimately familiar with the layout of the branches."
The robbers also used confidential alarm codes, a master key for all the bank branches, 13 combinations, an imitation high-security Mas Hamilton key, and the PIN number of F.Y. Brinks does not believe F.Y. was actually involved in the robbery.
"The robbers also purposely left a certain amount of cash in each hit ABM [automatic bank machine] because they acquired knowledge from the grievor that a network error would immediately result if clients were unable to withdraw cash while the robbery was still being committed," Brinks summary of alleged facts said.
This meant that the robberies were only discovered by the bank as cash ran out. The discoveries took place over three days, from Dec. 25 to 28, at the various bank branches.
The thieves also re-armed each branch's alarm system before leaving. If they had not re-armed the systems, a security guard would have been dispatched to the branch.
When the banks checked their systems, they found that it was a Brinks code that had been used to disarm and re-arm the systems the night of the thefts.
Further investigation revealed that there were "anomalies" in a number of locks the grievor had accessed as part of his work between Oct. 1, 2016, to March 12, 2017. "The grievor had used a cloned or imitation Mas Hamilton key akin to the one used for the robbery," Brinks alleges.
The grievor told his employers on May 13, 2017 that he had lost his own Mas Hamilton key.
"The grievor was the only employee who lost his Mas Hamilton key during the investigation," Brinks says.
The court documents also mention some of the steps the RCMP have taken to try to solve the robbery, including seizing the grievor's personal phone.
They allegedly discovered photos of the bank's alarm codes and master keys on the phone.
"There was no legitimate reason for the grievor to have these pictures in his possession," Brinks alleges.
The only reason to have such pictures would be to create copies of the master keys for the robbery, the company claims.
None of the claims made in the civil case have been tested in court.
The Langley Advance Times has reached out to the Langley RCMP for an update on the status of the investigation.
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Homemade Strawberry ice cream with basil, just means summer! It's the end of June and here in the UK that means Wimbledon and tennis (yeah Go Andy Go!!!) and of course strawberries and cream. Wimbledon and strawberries are just synonymous with each other rather like bat and ball, though in this case that should be racquet and ball.
Homemade Strawberry Ice cream With basil
I adore those luscious British strawberries that pack the shops at this time of year, they are oh so much better than the tasteless watery rubbish we are fobbed off with the rest of the year and so worth waiting for.
I have decided to morph my strawberries and cream into this wonderful strawberry icecream with basil, the perfect treat for a summers day wherever you are.
Homemade ice-cream
I like my ice cream to be full of flavour and to this end, I tend to chuck in all sorts of extra ingredients, sometimes this works and sometimes it doesn't.
I have made a few ice cream cock-ups in my time (Idgy will never let me forget the dreadful banana and peanut that went horribly wrong and we nearly broke our teeth on it) but no matter how mad my mixes are we always give it a go. However regardless of my recipe disasters, homemade ice cream is always the best and this strawberry and basil ice cream is a real treat!
Full of flavour
This homemade strawberry and basil ice cream is one of our favourites. Combining basil with strawberries is a great mix and the addition of some freshly ground black pepper just makes those berries sing!
The other special ingredient in this strawberry ice-cream is the addition of a spoonful of Grande Marnier liqueur.
The rich orange flavour just lifts everything to a new level of dessert decadence that leaves mere strawberries and cream well and truly in the shade.
What are the ingredients for this strawberry and basil ice cream
The base for my strawberry ice cream is made up of the usual double cream and that old Scottish favourite found in so many of our sweets and desserts – condensed milk. Oh, the sugar I hear you cry, oh the calories you sob.
Get over it, this is luxury ice cream and should be eaten as a treat, so don't get your knickers in a twist about its sweetness and just enjoy this delightful dessert in the summer sunshine and worry about the health police afterwords.
By the way, there is booze in here too, so you'll have to report that to the health police as well.
Go on, let's make this ice cream, you know you want to…….
Do you need an ice cream maker?
I use an ice cream maker as I do make rather a lot of homemade ice cream throughout the summer months. You can get these really cheaply that you just pop the bowl in the freezer the day before you want to use it.
However, you can make this strawberry ice cream without an ice cream maker. Just whip the ingredients well and then freeze for 2 hours, bring out of the freezer and beat it again and then back into the freezer till solid.
Remove any ice cream from the freezer 15 minutes before serving.
Looking for more luscious ice-cream recipes then check out my Delightful Desserts collection.
Looking for some more fabulous strawberry recipes? Then check these out;
Strawberry and mint shrub (like Pimms)
Italian Inspired Strawberry Jam
Finally, if you do try this recipe don't forget to leave a comment/star rating below as I just love to hear from readers. Want more Larder Love? Then follow me on Instagram, Facebook, Pinterest and Twitter and sign up for my newsletter too of course.
Strawberry And Basil Ice Cream
- 225 g strawberries
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 405 g condensed milk 1 can of condensed milk
- 6 basil leaves bruised by not chopped
- 1 pinch black pepper
- 1 tsp Grande Marnier or other orange liqueur, optional
- 250 ml double cream heavy cream
- Rinse and hull the strawberries and chop into small pieces
- Add the lemon juice and condensed milk and whazz in food processor till you get a creamy puree
- Add the black pepper, Grande Marnier and basil leaves and set aside in the fridge for at least 4 hours (preferably overnight) to allow the flavours to develop.
- Remove from fridge and discard the basil leaves.
- Whip the cream to sorft peaks and stir this into the mixture.
- Ladle into an ice cream maker and process.
- Pop the ice cream into the freezer to firm up before serving.


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Review: 'Athena,' a fiery drama of civil unrest, is mostly blowing smoke
Romain Gavras' "Athena" opens with a single-take sequence so intricately choreographed, and so breathtaking in its visual sweep and emotional force, it's almost a shame that there's another 90 minutes or so of movie to go along with it. It begins at a news conference where a French soldier, Abdel (Dali Benssalah), gravely acknowledges the recent killing of his 13-year-old brother, Idir, during an apparent altercation with police. The tragic incident — the third instance of police brutality in two months, blares a news report — was captured in a video that's since gone viral; with the community in an uproar, Abdel has been called upon, at great personal cost, to help control the damage. But that objective is clearly futile once another man, Karim (Sami Slimane), hurls a Molotov cocktail, igniting this tinderbox of a movie and turning these already tense environs into a full-blown war zone.
Gavras' decision to film all this mayhem in one shot — or something that looks an awful lot like one shot — forges a visual link between Abdel and Karim, which is hardly an accident. It's soon revealed that the two men are brothers, though their shared grief at Idir's death has pulled them in radically different directions. The shot keeps unspooling, never blinking: With pulse-pounding virtuosity (the cinematography is by Matias Boucard), the camera plunges after Karim and other angry young men as they ransack the police station, steal a cache of weapons and then joyride their way back to the Athena housing estate they call home. And this place is their home, a sentiment they underscore by unfurling a French tricolor along the way: It's a defiant declaration of belonging in a country that hasn't always claimed them in return.
Before long, another flag — an Algerian flag — will burst into the frame, an emblem of these young men's North African lineage that subtly ties "Athena" to any number of political thrillers about French colonialism and Algerian resistance. At the same time, the emphasis on police brutality carries a topical edge that transcends strict cultural and geographical borders; you might be reminded of American headlines both recent and distant. You might also be reminded of 2019's Oscar-nominated "Les Misérables," a blistering banlieue drama written and directed by Ladj Ly. If "Athena" doesn't achieve the same power (even with Ly credited as a co-writer with Gavras and Elias Belkeddar), it's partly because its politics ultimately feel like a feint — a prop in a story that cares less about its characters, and the vast array of human experiences they represent, than about its own formal virtuosity.
Still, let's give that virtuosity its due. Gavras' work here may court comparisons with the tense political thrillers made by his father, Costa-Gavras ("Z," "Missing"), but his skill with the camera has long been in evidence. (Before his earlier features, "Our Day Will Come" and "The World Is Yours," he directed music videos for artists including M.I.A., Jay-Z and Kanye West.) Thanks to the magic of digital editing, the elaborate long-take sequences of the kind he attempts here may be easier to pull off than they were when, say, Orson Welles was shooting "Touch of Evil." Still, Gavras shows impressive commitment to the technique as he plunges Athena (or "Athena!" to judge by the rallying cries of the crowd) into a state of siege. The camera keeps moving and moving as chaos erupts, angry male bodies jostle one another in the frame, and sparks and flares light up the night sky, illuminating a battlefield crammed with helmets and riot shields. The physical verisimilitude is both jolting and enveloping.
As a sustained piece of action choreography, then, "Athena" is frequently staggering. As a drama about police violence, the woes of a long-ignored underclass and the complexities of modern French identity, the movie feels thin and overdetermined. Gavras has composed the story as a sweeping symphony of civil unrest, pushed to grimly operatic heights by the intensity of the performances, the wailing choral crescendos of Gener8ion's score and, above all, the unyielding gaze of the camera. He lunges for both the urgency of a news headline and the fatalism of a Greek tragedy, which essentially means he proffers gritty realism with one hand and embraces bald contrivances with the other.
There's something a little too dramatically expedient about the way "Athena" centers its story on not two but three squabbling brothers, each representing a different face of immigrant rage. For a while, Abdel is the peacemaker caught in the middle, determined to quell unrest and help the residents of Athena evacuate safely. Karim, his long hair marking him as this story's romantic revolutionary, wants Idir's killers publicly identified and brought to justice, and he's willing to make a hostage of a young cop (a sympathetic Anthony Bajon) to ensure that happens. The eldest of the siblings is Moktar (Ouassini Embarek), a drug dealer trying to smuggle his way out of a nightmarish situation. Unlike his brothers, he cares and stands for nothing except his profits.
As forcefully inhabited as these characters are — especially by Benssalah and Slimane, who make Abdel and Karim's brotherly love as palpable as their fury — they rarely come across as more than pieces moved about at will in a fiery, doom-laden chess game. Even more of a cipher is Sébastien (Alexis Manenti), a mysterious figure — but not, thankfully, another brother — who skulks with wordless menace around the periphery of the story, then ushers it toward its grim if spectacularly photogenic finale. In these moments, "Athena" shows it likes to play with fire, though mainly because of how cool it looks.
In French and Arabic with English subtitles
Rating: R, for language and violence
Running time: 1 hour, 37 minutes
Playing: Starts Sept. 23 on Netflix
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text: When Tripping Animals Brewing Co. came on the scene in 2018, no one could have guessed the Doral-based brewery — known nationwide for its whimsical animal-themed can art and fanciful fruited sours — would also become the steward of Miami's growing craft beer community. Over the past few years, the Venezualan-born and -reared team of brewers and owners (Daniel Chocron, Ignacio Montenegro, Iker Elorriaga, and Juan Manuel Torres) have banded together to become a living embodiment of all things South Florida beer. They host annual beer festivals like Irie Jungle that attract guest breweries from across the nation and they're the official sponsors of Miami's first official craft beer week, and they're ground zero for some of South Florida's best brews. The bustling taproom is typically packed with thirsty patrons ready to throw back a few lagers or sample their latest in a continual experimentation of hazy, hop-infused IPAs, boldly fruited sours, and dessert-themed stouts. It's easy to spend hours in Tripping Animals' cozy, lounge-like spaces, or the in-house restaurant from Meat & Bone, or the a large game room in the back of the brewhouse where you can shoot pool or hoops, throw darts, or even play video games.


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text: Our hero has gained quite a bit of weight because he eats too much every day. He is able to eat several dishes of ramen in the same day. His mother decided to watch him, so he is put on a diet. However our little glutton wants to defy the ban and needs your help to find the ramen and cook it. However, he must not be caught by his mother. Can you help him in this adventure? Try to complete all 30 levels of this game. Enjoy!


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The WAMP project (http://wamp.ws) seems to pursue the same goals than DDP, namely Remote Procedure Calls + Publish & Subscribe. It has a reasonably active community, and is doing some good efforts on specification and implementations.
I wonder if this project could be useful to the meteor ecosystem, either to improve DDP, or even to implement livedata on top of WAMP.
For comparison, here are the relevant links about DDP:
We might be interested in quite a few WAMP features: routers (eg to filter the data traffic — see DoS hardening/rate limiting on the meteor roadmap), more transport protocols supported (including raw sockets — great for the server micro-services communications), and maybe the build-in authentication. I also need to have a closer look at WAMP to verify if there is something about namespacing.
Any thought on WAMP vs DDP?


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What IS a 'replacement window'?
How much do replacement windows cost?
According to the 2015 Cost vs. Value Report, published by Remodeling Magazine, the average price for a high quality replacement window, across the US was approximately $962.00. You can see this report here:
But here's the great news:
Because of our tremendous national buying power, Window Depot is able to offer you the most highly efficient products available (proven with U.S. Dept. of Energy Data) at a fraction of this average price.
Not only that…but one of the reasons we're growing so fast, is that we are America's Triple Pane Company. Our prices for our triple pane technology are often LOWER than our competitors dual pane prices. Wow.
We'd love to provide you with an no-obligation price quotation. Down to the penny and good for one year. Contact Us Today.
How do I compare different replacement windows?
When comparing windows, we suggest scrutinizing and comparing the following: Raw Materials (PVC), Hardware and option design, Aesthetics, Strength and Sturdiness, Warranty…and most importantly, Energy Efficiency as validated by the U. S. Dept. of Energy and Energystar.
Window Depot USA would be delighted to provide you with an in home presentation that touches on all of these topics, so that you can make the very best decision possible.
How do I know that your products are top quality?
All of our windows are manufactured by one of the 100 largest replacement window manufacturers in America.
All of our replacement window products are tested and certified to Third Party agencies like NFRC, AAMA and EnergyStar. Our local sales consultant can and will provide you with the certification numbers and references that back up the data. We prove it.
How much energy will we save?
The truthful answer is, we don't know. In fact, no one knows. This is because there are so many variables to this 'equation'. The utility savings that you can expect from new replacement windows depends on where you live, the construction of your home, your old windows, and the configurations of the new windows.
In our experience, savings range from 12-27%. But we're not satisfied with this answer! We want to prove it! How? RESFEN.
The US Department of Energy supports a Window research initiative called RESFEN, which is a computer simulation program that gives us the BEST known estimates for home improvement energy savings. We would be glad to run a RESFEN report for your home, just ask one of our consultants.
Unfortunately, a lot of window companies provide energy savings 'pledges', that are NOT based on RESFEN analysis. Why? Because they believe you'll never take the time to follow up. Sad but true. We don't believe in that type of approach.
What about all the companies that advertise $189 for any size installed?
In the last several years, you've probably seen a few companies across the country that have advertised like this. There are a couple important things to remember and consider.
FIRST: Providing even a "ball-park price", "up front"…is a recipe for disaster. There are a great many variables to consider when replacing windows. Energy Savings, Design and Aesthetics, Carpentry and Construction, Warranty, etc… In many instances, the "up front" price ENDS UP a great deal higher…after factoring in exactly what you need and want for your HOME. This can seem misleading, and be quite upsetting to homeowners who expected a certain price 'up front'. We choose not to conduct our business in this manner.
SECOND: When was the last time you received great service and a great product, from a company that went to market as the absolute cheapest? Our guess is NEVER. There is a HUGE difference between cheap prices, and FAIR prices. Window Depot USA offers the best combination of price and value in the industry, because our prices are incredibly affordable. Our prices are fair…not cheap.
You may also like this article: Replacement Windows for $189?
Why don't other companies talk about Triple Pane?
Because of our national buying power, Window Depot USA is able to offer Triple Pane windows at Dual Pane prices!
Triple Pane windows out-perform dual pane, and offer you more VALUE. We'll PROVE it. Request a free quote today, and our sales consultants will be happy to share the knowledge!
The Window Depot USA network of replacement window stores represent the fabric of America…small business USA. But at the same time, all Window Depot USA locations are a part of our national organization that leverages tremendous buying power with top brand manufacturers.
Perhaps most important, is that all Window Depot USA locations are accountable to one another. This incredible network of business operators is committed to making Window Depot the largest and most trusted window brand in America.
Replacement Windows and Triple Pane windows from Window Depot USA are high quality windows without the high price. We are a national company with local operators who are committed to providing the best replacement window experience in the industry.
Window Depot USA has strong relationships with several national, brand-name manufacturers. These relationships enable us to offer a wide variety of products and options that are unavailable to competitors. Furthermore, the volume of products we sell permits us to price them well below the standard retail market rates.
At Window Depot USA, we understand your need for peace-of-mind in the quality of your replacement window products. Window Depot USA replacement windows will provide years of reliability, energy savings and satisfaction.
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What are triple-pane windows?
Triple pane windows are a type of window that has three panes of glass instead of the traditional two. This extra layer of glass helps to insulate the home and improve energy efficiency.
What are some common problems with picture windows?
One of the most common problems with picture windows is leaks. Because they are often large and have multiple panes of glass, it's important to make sure that all of the seals are properly sealed and that there aren't any cracks or holes in the window frame.
What are awning and hopper windows made of?
Awning and hopper windows can be made from a variety of materials, including aluminum, vinyl, or steel. These materials allow for increased durability in harsh weather conditions, while still allowing air to flow freely into the home through openings under the sash or side panels.
What are the benefits of double hung windows?
Double Hung windows allow you to control the amount of ventilation and natural light in each room, which can help you save on energy costs. Double-hung windows also offer a clear view because there are no bars or grilles in the way, and they are easy to clean since both sashes can be tilted in for cleaning.
What are some common features of bow and bay windows?
Bow and bay windows are usually larger than standard windows, which makes them a great choice for rooms that don't receive as much natural light, such as bedrooms and dens. Their size also helps to make them stand out in your home's exterior appearance and can help to increase both your curb appeal and property value.
Are there any drawbacks to horizontal sliding windows?
One of the potential drawbacks of horizontal sliding windows is that they may not be as energy efficient as other types of windows. Additionally, they may require more maintenance than other window styles.
What materials are used to make casement windows?
Most casement windows are made from wood, vinyl, or aluminum. Casement windows made from these materials come in a wide range of colors and finishes to match the exterior of your home. Some manufacturers also offer casement windows with decorative glass features that allow light to enter the room while still providing privacy.
What are the benefits of patio doors?
Patio doors can brighten up a room and make it feel more spacious. They also provide easy access to your backyard or patio, making entertaining guests a breeze. Additionally, patio doors can help improve energy efficiency by letting in natural light and fresh air.
What are the most popular materials for entry doors?
There are a variety of different materials that can be used for entry doors, but some of the most popular options include wood, steel, and fiberglass. Wood doors have a classic look that can complement any home style, but they require more maintenance than other types of doors. Steel doors are very durable and offer good security, but they can be prone to rust if not properly maintained. Fiberglass doors are a relatively new option that combines the best features of wood and steel doors, but they can be more expensive than other types of doors.


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7-Eleven Japan will take contactless shopping one step further with self-checkout registers that feature holographic touch screens.
A pilot program for the technology will start next month at six stores in Tokyo, Japan's top convenience store chain said in a statement.
The register features a display embedded in the checkout counter that projects an image of a touch screen, which shoppers can tap like a real one.
Demand for contactless shopping has surged during the coronavirus pandemic. Taking up 30% less space than standard registers, the terminals also give stores more room for more products.
The registers will accept only cashless payment methods, including credit cards, e-money cards and QR codes.
Shoppers will not be able to use these terminals to buy alcohol, tobacco or prepared foods sold at normal checkout counters.


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Josh Duhamel was surrounded by paparazzi and security guards from the start of his Sunday morning run until the end.
And beyond them were the 2,500 other runners who participated in Duhamel's Youth Run for Japan.
Duhamel and the American Red Cross sponsored the event and raised $150,000 from the participants, T-shirt and food vendors and donations from the celebrities.
All of the money will go to the Red Cross' Pacific Relief Fund to help the victims of Japan's earthquake and tsunami.


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How TikTok's algorithm and audiences are finally convincing Big Pharma to join
Welcome to PharmaTok, where TikTok algorithms, audiences, engagement time and entertainment value are drawing in heavyweight pharma advertisers like AbbVie and Pfizer.
Ad forecaster WARC estimates pharma and healthcare spending will top $470 million this year and jump to more than $650 million in 2024. While that's still just a fraction of the sector's total digital spending forecast of more than $17 billion this year, it's also more than four times the $160 million spent by all sectors in 2021 in the early days of TikTok advertising.
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Spa Body Massage's In Mumbai
Top 12 benefits of spa and body massage services
Despite sounding similar, body massages and spas are not identical. The most important distinction between these 2 happens to be the fact that spa treatment can be considered to be accommodated relaxation. One good thing regarding stepping into a spa is the fact that you will be able to experience soothing music as well as alleviating aroma that will help to upgrade your attitude significantly. Spa service in Mumbai will help to enhance your health as well as fitness to a great extent.
Being different things, the objectives of spas and massage in Mumbai are also different. The primary objective of a body massage in Mumbai will be to provide you with lots of health benefits while that of a spa treatment in Mumbai will be to offer relaxation and unwinding after a busy day. A spa body massage in Mumbai will consist of lots of beneficial things such as water treatment options and body scours that will help you to feel rejuvenated. On the contrary, massage planet Mumbai usually emphasizes providing essential health advantages. It is a fact that massage at home in Mumbai consists of massage tables, a head physiotherapist, as well as others for providing sound back massage as well as recovery.
In the subsequent paragraphs, we will mention some remarkable benefits of a relaxing massage spa in Mumbai performed by an experienced professional. But before that, we will have some idea regarding the different types of Mumbai massage service services that you must be aware of.
What exactly is a massage?
Massage therapy such as Thai massage in Mumbai happens to be the manipulation of the soft tissues within the human body systematically and strategically for producing a relaxed state like getting rid of unwanted stuff such as anxiety, exhaustion, depression, and fatigue.
Male massage Mumbai therapists can explore different kinds of knowledge that will match their practices after graduating from a massage school. It is an undeniable fact that visiting a couple of massage spas in Mumbai as well as self-massage comes with lots of advantages which will be worth trying out during this pandemic situation in case you can afford it.
Different types of massages
Although there are various types of massages, here we have mentioned the most typical ones:
• Swedish massage is considered to be a gentle kind of full body massage in Mumbai that will help you to unwind and relax. While implementing this kind of massage, the therapist might try utilizing kneading, long strokes, as well as deeper circular movements.
• Sports massage is almost identical to the aforementioned Swedish massage. This type of massage service at home Mumbai will be appropriate for athletes who are on the way to recovery from an injury sustained while performing their sporting events or all those who have the intention of preventing sports injuries.
• Deep massage will involve more gradual strokes with somewhat more pressure intended for reaching the deeper tissues and muscle layers. In case you have suffered an injury, you might go for this type of Indian massage Mumbai.
• Self-massage will assist you in getting rid of anxiety and tension which can be done by using your hands or a massager available on the market.
• Trigger point massage emphasizes those areas having tension and tightness and it tries to get rid of that pressure.
Benefits of massage
Although studies have shown that lots of benefits are associated with massage male to male Mumbai Maharashtra and other types of massages, it will not be a good idea to book a massage for the purpose of getting relief instead of taking medical help. Even though you can always massage your head to get rid of a severe headache or gently massage your abdomen for relieving stomach discomfort, it will be sensible to talk to an expert since this kind of discomfort might be caused by any medical condition. That being said, we have mentioned the top 12 advantages offered by massage therapy right now.
1. Bonding session
Similar to any recreational area or pub, the best spa in Mumbai is usually visualized as a location for hanging out. It is a fact that the majority of individuals are in the habit of going to a spa in Mumbai in groups. This can be a motivating factor for visiting the Thai spa Mumbai on a regular basis. One will get the company of their close friends and relatives which will help them to spend a good time out there. Therefore, it can be rightly asserted that a spa in Mumbai full service will be suitable for receiving massage as well as interacting with other individuals.
2. Helps you to sleep much better
While decreasing the levels of cortisol in the brain, a massage provided by a spa in Mumbai with extra services can also help in the increase of dopamine and serotonin that will help one to sleep much better at night. Consequently, the levels of stress will minimize to a great extent and you will be able to lead a healthy and happy life.
One more thing to consider is that individuals suffering from insomnia are not able to sleep because of pain. A massage offered by a luxury spa in Mumbai will help individuals to reduce their levels of discomfort significantly. Moreover, it will also help them to get relief from anxiety and stress irrespective of whether it is associated with stressors or injuries.
3. Enhances your immunity
It is a fact that most of the benefits of massage therapy are linked with immediate effects like enhanced slumber or less discomfort. Nevertheless, a massage provided by a late night spa in Mumbai will also help to enhance your immune system to a great extent.
It was found by a study conducted in Los Angeles that people who were provided with a comprehensive massage for 45 minutes had more white blood cells for defending their bodies from various ailments. Apart from this, these participants were also found to have reduced levels of those molecules that are responsible for causing inflammation in the body as well as reduced levels of cortisol (the stress hormone).
4. Reduced muscular discomfort
At present, we are so much used to living with muscular pains that we fail to realize that it is hindering our lifestyle to a great extent. However, muscular pains can slow down our activities significantly which we come to comprehend when we have a proper massage provided by the best spa in Mumbai with extra services. A massage will help our muscles feel and breathe much better.
5. Counteracts being in the sitting position throughout the day
Even though most individuals are required to sit throughout the day at their workplaces, this is not recommended when it comes to our overall health. A gentle massage provided by a Russian spa in Mumbai will help to counteract the imbalances that individuals might get in their postures because of sitting for a long period of time.
Sometimes we suffer from issues related to the circulation of the blood because of being inactive for a long period, and in that case, a massage done by a spa at home Mumbai will prove to be useful in the long run. Apart from this, it can also help us to alleviate the pain and discomfort caused in our lower and upper back because of sitting in an uncomfortable chair.
6. Minimizes stress
These days, you will come across many people who are suffering from mental issues. However, visiting a well-known male to male spa in Mumbai will help you to make sure that you do not belong to one of them. A proper spa treatment will help to clear your mind during and following the massage, and it will also help you to sleep much better at night. It is a fact that sleep can play an important role when it comes to getting rid of stress.
The celebrity treatment that you will receive from a female to male spa Mumbai will provide you with a relaxing feeling without fail. This happens to be the norm while you are visiting a reputed couple spa in Mumbai.
7. Enhances flexibility
You might be somebody who has a profound interest in gymnastics or yoga; however, you do not have the flexibility for getting started. In that case, regular massages provided by a well-known body spa Mumbai will assist in enhancing your performance in these kinds of activities as well as your daily life.
Massage emphasizes your connective tissues, muscles, as well as joints which are essential for flexibility. This will also help to enhance your elasticity since massage will help to stimulate the generation of lubricants that are created within your body naturally. A massage offered by a spa in Mumbai with extra services near me will assist significantly with our range of motion and we will become less prone to injuries since there will be more protection around the joints.
8. Enhance self-esteem and confidence
Individuals visiting the Thai spa Mumbai are usually happy which can result in positive vitality and feelings. They can easily transfer this particular happy feeling to individuals around them as well. It will provide them with more zeal while speaking with individuals and addressing their issues. For this reason, many individuals are in the habit of visiting a body massage near me Mumbai on a regular basis.
This will provide you with a fantastic time full of positive results and this kind of treatment can be used by you for relaxing yourself while going to attend a big event.
9. Reduces your blood pressure
A male to male massage therapist in Mumbai will aid in calming your nerves that can be accountable for increasing your blood pressure. Here, we like to mention that hypertension can result in cardiac ailments in the long run. A gentle and soothing female to male massage in Mumbai will help to decrease your hypertension significantly while increasing your heartbeat this will help your circulatory system to work properly, thus enhancing your cardiovascular wellness.
10. Minimizes discomfort and pain
A female to male spa at home Mumbai will be capable of providing the visitors with alleviation of back pain and discomfort as well as general protection of the spine. This kind of massage will prove to be useful while getting rid of such discomfort or at least lessening it.
The enhanced circulation of blood throughout our system will aid in lessening muscle tension, discomfort, stiffness, as well as pain. You will become more flexible because of tissue elasticity which can be an additional benefit as well. This kind of body massage home service Mumbai will be extremely beneficial for sportsmen recovering from injuries as well as individuals suffering from arthritis.
11. Fights anxiety and depression
It is a fact that a soothing best massage spa Mumbai will help many individuals to feel elated mainly because of changes in the chemicals present in our brains. Nevertheless, this kind of thing is not just for the short term, and it has been seen that people getting massages on a regular basis tend to suffer from less anxiety, anger, hostility, and depressive disorders. You will feel comfortable during the day because of your enhanced disposition, and this will help you significantly in performing your daily activities as well.
12. Reduction of weight
The best couple spa in Mumbai will provide you with different types of treatments that can help you to get rid of unwanted weight. A slimming body wrap will help you to achieve your targets of weight reduction significantly.
It is also possible to perform cool sculpting for helping in weight loss. It happens to be the procedure of freezing the fat cells underneath your epidermis. This process will be helpful in getting rid of fat in some particular areas of your body.
In case you did not have any experience visiting any of the well-known massage centres in Mumbai, then learning these benefits of massage therapy will come of use to you. It should motivate you in booking an appointment for massage therapy at the earliest. Male to male body massage in Mumbai and other types of messages have proved to be extremely beneficial for individuals across the globe, and it will be applicable to you as well.


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On Feb. 7, 2020, some 57 Americans who had been in Wuhan, China, the epicenter of the outbreak, landed in Omaha and were shuttled to Camp Ashland.
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Nebraska recorded 14 COVID-related deaths during the past week, bringing the pandemic total to 4,746.
COVID cases in Nebraska hit a nine-month low last week with the state apparently experiencing something it has never seen during the three-year pandemic — a winter lull.
Only 19% of adults in Nebraska, 22% in Iowa and 18% nationally are up to date on all their shots.
Combined with the low rate of people up to date on their booster shots, the more contagious variant is translating into more cases, hospitalizations and deaths, an expert said.
A new variant, XBB.1.5, now is becoming dominant in the U.S., according to the CDC. But that variant has not yet appeared in Nebraska variant surveillance reports.
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While the state's cases were up 100% over the past two weeks, that percentage ranks only 41st nationally, as cases are surging across the country.


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We admit to not picking up on the craze on past trips to Turkey. It seems the Patso, or french fry burger, all started when a group of students
"insisted on extra fries in their sandwiches and burgers. And the boss never turned them away, adding more and more fries to each serving, and thus a new item was added to the menu: patso. In time Aktaş expanded the types of patso available: sausage, cheese, chicken and döner. And the rest is evident from the lines in front of his store late into the night."
So the rest is history. But you can revel in it. It's all here: Join Mehmet Usta for the "tale of the transformation of what was essentially a potato sandwich into patso," and find out where the patso craze began.
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Petros Galatoulas, former President of the Federation of Hellenic Societies of Greater New York, passed away on Saturday at the age of 66.
The prominent figure in the Greek diaspora community had been facing a series of health problems before his passing.
Galatoulas was a significant member of the Greek-American and Greek immigrant community in the US. Born on the island of Chios in 1955, Galatoulas immigrated to America in the 1980s.
The Greek community leader and his wife, Sofia, had three children, Giorgos, Despina, and Anna.
Galatoulas was proud of his Greek heritage and committed himself to fighting for Hellenic causes, which lead him to being elected President of the Federation of Hellenic Societies of Greater New York for two terms from 2014 to 2018.
Petros Galatoulas was a prominent figure in the Greek diaspora community
Established in 1938, the Federation of Hellenic Societies of Greater New York represents a wide variety of Greek communities in America and fights for the interests of the diaspora community. The Federation is also responsible for the annual parade held in New York City in honor of the Greek War of Independence.
Beloved throughout the Greek diaspora community, Galatoulas was known for working tirelessly for many causes and for organizing parades and events for the community.
He also served as the President of both the Agios Galousios Chios and Kavos Melanios Associations and was the Vice President of the Chian Federation.
He had also previously been elected vice president, general secretary, and chairman of the Cultural Committee of the Federation of Hellenic Societies of Greater New York.
The Federation expressed its sorrow at the loss of its former president on social media.
"Είμαστε συντετριμμένοι. Καλό σου ταξίδι Πέτρο Γαλάτουλα. Ήσουν Έλληνας, Αγωνιστής και Πατριώτης. We cannot believe it. Fare Well Petros Galatoulas. You were a Hellene, a Fighter and a Patriot," the post stated.
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11 Aug 22. Aitech's New U-C850x Series of 3U VPX Cybersecurity-enabled SOSA Aligned SBCs Ideal for Applications Handling Large Amounts of Sensitive Data.
Three configurations use powerful Intel TigerLake SoC with integrated GPGPU processing to optimize SWaP-C and provide superior interconnectivity as well as design flexibility.
U-C850x Series Technology Highlights & Innovations
- Three configurations – with the most enhanced model sporting a large Xilinx MPSoC FPGA for acceleration of data processing and security applications
- SWaP-C-optimized 3U VPX SBCs aligned to SOSA™ for improved time-to-market
- Enhanced system security through AiSecure™, Aitech's advanced cybersecurity framework
- Excellent graphics and AI/ML performance using integrated GPGPU
- Superior connectivity bandwidth and design flexibility
Aitech Systems, a leading provider of rugged boards and system level solutions for military, aerospace and space applications, now offers the U-C8500, U-C8501 and U-C8502, three new 3U VPX cybersecurity-enabled single board computers (SBCs) aligned to The Open Group Sensor Open Systems Architecture™ (SOSA) Technical Standard.
Unique to the U-C850x Series SBCs is the single board combination of three main pillars of modern data processing acceleration: CPU, iGPU & FPGA. A high-performance CPU SoC featuring a strong internal GPU is combined with optional integrated large FPGA, enabling the new SBC series to be used in a wide range of rugged military and aerospace data-intensive applications, including artificial intelligence and machine learning (AI/ML), all while minimizing SWaP-C and without sacrificing performance.
The U-C850x Series fully supports AiSecure™, Aitech's innovative and proprietary cybersecurity framework that increases survivability and level of confidence by detecting and preventing unexpected attacks. The inherent security features enable both firmware and data protection as well as prevents reverse engineering and tampering with system integrity, while allowing secure transmission and storage of sensitive data.
The U-C850x Series of rugged 3U VPX SBCs features a multi-core Intel Architecture CPU processor, strong GPGPU artificial intelligence (AI) processing and advanced cybersecurity protection. The high-performance Intel 11th generation TigerLake UP3 (TGL-UP3) SoC with 4 cores/8 threads and an innovative GPU with up to 96 Execution Units enables ground-breaking performance per watt, with 12W, 15W & 28W TDP options. The boards also feature other advanced I/O options.
The series comes in three different configurations:
- U-C8500: 4x PCIe Gen3/4 Data Plane; XMC slot
- U-C8501: 4x PCIe Gen3 Data Plane; 4xPCIe Gen4 Expansion Plane; XMC slot
- U-C8502: 4x PCIe Gen3 Data Plane; 4xPCIe Gen4 Expansion Plane; integrated Xilinx MPSoC FPGA
Alex Trigoub, Director, Board Level Product Line for Aitech, commented, "The U-C850x Series provides an improved performance-to-cost ratio as well as better performance-per-Watt than existing Intel SBCs. The boards are also aligned with the SOSA Technical Standard, allowing for much faster, easier integration and upgrades, while improving time-to-market and lowering risk. Having advanced Intel application performance and strong video, AI and ML processing capabilities, as well as a large integrated FPGA on a 3U VPX SBC, without wasting additional SWaP-C on separate GPGPU and FPGA boards, is an impressive combination, one that today's military systems are demanding."
Highly integrated functionality and excellent SWaP-C make the new U-C850x series ideal for several harsh military and aerospace applications that need to reliably process significant amounts of data. These include unmanned aerial vehicles and unmanned ground vehicles (UAV/UGV), mission computers and digital signal and image processing as well as signal intelligence (SIGINT) and electronic warfare (EW). The boards feature support for up to 64GB LPDDR4X RAM to provide higher performance for graphics and AI/ML applications using the integrated GPGPU as well as PCIe Gen4 support for optimized interconnect to other boards in the system.
11 Aug 22. ASC opens submarine innovation hub. The shipbuilding company has unveiled a new science and technology hub in South Australia, set up to support its ongoing work to sustain and upgrade the Collins Class fleet. ASC has announced the establishment of a new science and technology hub at Adelaide's Lot Fourteen, which aims to foster new research and business collaboration opportunities in support of the Collins Class submarine sustainment and the future $6 billion life-of-type extensions (LOTE).
ASC's Lot Fourteen office is expected to serve as a base for both permanent staff and visiting stakeholders across the engineering team.
This is set to build on existing research activities at the company's Osborne site, while also providing a new gateway for students and future partners to connect with ASC's programs.
Future research subjects for ASC's Science and Technology Program are likely to include robotics, automation, artificial intelligence, knowledge management and machine learning.
South Australian Premier Peter Malinauskas welcomed the opening of the new hub, noting the benefits for the defence innovation sector.
"The district's close proximity to universities makes Lot Fourteen the perfect location for ASC's city hub," Premier Malinauskas said.
"As a valuable addition to the Lot Fourteen innovation district, ASC will become part of the district's knowledge transfer network that supports South Australia's world-class research excellence.
"My government is committed to setting up the workforce of the future, which is why we're backing Lot Fourteen."
ASC managing director and chief executive officer Stuart Whiley said the new science and technology hub would ensure the company is best equipped to service the Collins Class fleet into the future.
"This new hub will place ASC's expert staff at the centre of activity in Adelaide's CBD, and create even more two-way links with universities and new technology businesses," Whiley added.
"The rapid evolution of technology in industries that are adjacent to defence provides opportunities to collaborate on projects that can drive improvements in shipyard safety, the performance of Collins Class submarines and assist in optimising LOTE activities.
"It is important that we focus on fostering the next wave of Australia's innovation and skills development, to continue serving the long-term goals of ASC and our valued partners." (Source: Defence Connect)
11 Aug 22. QinetiQ Demonstrates Flight Model Interaction with an Airflow Disturbance Field. Simulating the response of aircraft to complex wind flows when operating in urban environments is an area of increasing interest for Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) and Urban and Regional Air Mobility (UAM/RAM) vehicles. Predicting the response of these vehicles to particular wind conditions in close proximity to buildings, such as airports and heliports, is vital for safe operation.
QinetiQ has experience in both wind flow simulations using Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) and aircraft 6-Degree-Of-Freedom (6-DOF) flight modelling. It was identified that coupling a built environment CFD flow simulation with an advanced aircraft flight model, incorporating the non-uniform flow field, could be used to create a realistic simulation of the response of an aircraft to wind flow near buildings.
CFD simulations of wind flow in the built environment and over aircraft are well-researched fields. For example, current research investigates the optimisation of UAS flight path planning using CFD simulations to highlight locations within the built environment that would be potentially dangerous for aircraft to operate. Demonstrating that we can model actual response of the aircraft in those areas was the target for this project demonstration.
For the simulation, a simplified geometry inspired by the hanger buildings at MOD Boscombe Down was created, with the size and layout modified to introduce a significant flow disturbance. A validated and verified CFD simulation methodology was developed to simulate the wind flow around the hangar buildings in a range of different wind speeds and flow directions. The CFD was processed into a format to be compatible with the aircraft flight model.
An in-house flight model was developed for a small UAS, the Barnard Microsystems Limited (BML) Panchito. This UAS is capable of vertical take-off and hover in a quadcopter configuration, and of forward motion with traditional wing-borne flight. A simple interaction model was used to calculate the effective velocity vector and rotational rate from the non-uniform freestream flow and the local wind flow.
The flight model incorporated a 6-DOF model of the aircraft with multirotor and airframe aerodynamics, a flight control system and waypoint navigation. This included a run-time system to estimate the local flow field on the aircraft from the non-uniform CFD global flow field.
A live real-time demonstration was presented to Lilium of the simulated response of the small UAS to the CFD modelled wind flow as it operated close to the buildings in different wind conditions. This included a number of different flight phases, including wing-borne flight along a predefined route, transitions to low speed flight and hover, and turning manoeuvres.
The impact of changes in the non-uniform flow around the buildings had a clear effect on the flight of the UAS, particularly in sudden change in wind speed where the aircraft's flight control system attempted to counteract the effect of the wind to stay on its predefined route.
What was learned?
The key learning point from this project was the capability to integrate complex CFD flow solutions with aircraft flight modelling, enabling us to apply a realistic non-uniform flow field to an aircraft and simulate its response in an environment closer representing the true operating conditions.
Other applications for this capability were identified such as simulations for air to sea integration to advise safe operating conditions, and the potential for the airflow disturbance flight model to be used in a flight simulator to give pilots a realistic simulation of operating close to buildings. (Source: UAS VISION)
10 Aug 22. CHIPS Act Advances DOD's Emphasis on Microelectronics. In February, Heidi Shyu, undersecretary of defense for research and engineering, spelled out 14 technology areas of critical importance to the Defense Department. Among those are biotechnology, renewable energy generation and storage, and directed energy. But the $54.2bn CHIPS Act, signed yesterday, advances another of those top priorities for the department: microelectronics.
"Let me take a moment and share with you what a banner day yesterday was the signing of the CHIPS Act — revitalizing the domestic capabilities for microelectronics," Barbara McQuiston, deputy chief technology officer of science and technology, said during a virtual discussion today at Federal Computer Week's Emerging Technology Workshop.
The CHIPS Act, she said, provides both investment and incentive funding to build semiconductor manufacturing facilities in the U.S. and to advance research and development activities at both the national and regional levels.
In addition, the law includes large investment in a national research and development center, an advanced packaging manufacturing program, and up to three manufacturing institutes in the U.S. for semiconductor-related manufacturing, McQuiston said.
"The legislation also provides $2bn over five years for microelectronics, which envisions a national network of onshore prototyping, lab-to-fab transition in semiconductor technologies, including the Department of Defense-unique applications, and semiconductor workforce training," she said. "I think this is incredibly important for emergent technology, because as we have new ideas — new technologies coming forward — they can be rapidly prototyped and tested and put forward for accelerating technology into the marketplace and into the industrial base."
McQuiston said investment in all 14 technology areas is vital to maintain U.S. national security.
"As we work on our own science and technology portfolio, we strategize on these investments as our allies and we work together along with industry and domestic partners to prioritize investments in these emerging areas," she said.
The 11 other critical technology areas outlined by Shyu include quantum science; future-generation wireless technology; advanced materials; trusted artificial intelligence and autonomy; integrated network systems-of-systems; microelectronics; space technology; advanced computing and software; human-machine interfaces; hypersonics; and integrated sensing and cyber. (Source: US DoD)
10 Aug 22. US Army's 'Lethality Task Force' looks to save lives with AI. As the Pentagon seeks to modernize its weapons program, artificial intelligence and autonomous robots could hold the key to improving the lethality and performance of close combat units.
Front-line infantry service members have long suffered casualties in higher proportion to other positions, with infantry soldiers comprising 90% of U.S. military combat deaths since World War II.
During the Trump administration, Defense Secretary Jim Mattis created the Pentagon's Close Combat Lethality Task Force to examine capability shortfalls to address what he saw as decades-long gaps in the equipping and training of close-combat units. While leadership of the task force now falls to the Army rather than the secretary of defense, the initiative continues to look at shortfalls across multiple services' small units.
With AI the name of the game in the Pentagon's modernization efforts, the four-year old task force is turning to academia and industry leaders to regain a competitive edge in close combat and examine how autonomous technology can be leveraged to address small units' priorities.
"We are transforming the joint force by integrating next-generation technologies and war-fighting concepts," said Col. Shannon Nielsen, the task force director, in a statement. "[This] enhances our ability to compete globally, deter adversaries, and win on all-domain battlefields at the small-unit level."
The mission of the task force is twofold: to increase the "lethality" of close combat soldiers while decreasing causalities of U.S. infantry members.
Part of the initiative focused on identifying and developing options for investment that include "more lethal and discriminating individual weapons systems, while recognizing the imperative to lighten load for infantry squads," according to a memo put out by Mattis.
In 2020, Mattis' successor Mark Esper directed the Army to take control of the task force, citing the branch's large share of infantry and special operators. The task force moved its headquarters to Fort Benning in Georgia.
"We've gotten smaller and leaner since we arrived in Fort Benning," said Ed Agee, a principal program analyst with the task force, in an interview with C4ISRNET.
The force, which still includes members coming from multiple services, is now looking toward AI and robots as the next step in filling infantry squads' capability gaps. At the end of July, the force hosted the first meeting of the Artificial Intelligence for Small Unit Maneuver working group at Fort Benning.
Close Combat Lethality Task Force Artificial Intelligence for Small Unit Maneuver working group participants watch a demonstration of 10X Robotic and AI Equipped Dismounted Infantry platoon mission scenario July 28. (Alexander Gago)
Building on the task force's mission of improving lethality for small units, the group is particularly interested in providing autonomous and AI technology to close combat troops in the Army, Marines and Special Forces.
Participants at the event witnessed technologies that might eventually be used on the battlefield, such as a four-legged robot, or "dog," and small unmanned aerial vehicles. The event was part of the Army's "10x platoon" experiment, which tries out technologies to upgrade infantry forces for the decade ahead.
"We're pushing the edge of the envelope – thinking outside the box," Agee said.
Although the robots and autonomous technologies tested at the event were not armed, Agee said he could see the beginnings of the transition to armed capabilities based on the remote technologies witnessed at the event.
Different technologies could find homes in different services depending on the capability gaps each service has within its small units.
The Army, for example, views the "dog," as a top priority, Agee said. The four-legged robot could be used to scout a building or location that might come under fire, taking the place of a soldier. Meanwhile, Special Forces prioritizes technologies that allow the command's platforms to operate in denied airspace where communication or other network technologies might be blocked, he explained.
The working group included operational end-users who have participated in combat. At the event, they had the opportunity to provide feedback to engineers and other industry personnel and academics in attendance about the technologies tested and what improvements or changes they would like to see made based.
By Aug. 31, defense leaders from the services will provide the task force with a list of capability gaps for the Army, Marines and Special Operations. From there, he said the task force will turn to industry leaders and academics to brainstorm ideas about what AI technologies could assist in meeting those needs.
"If a technology shows great promise, and it's successful with development and the decision is made to make it a program of record, it would go through…an accelerated version of acquisition," Agee said.
He explained that the decision to accelerate an acquisition timeline depends on the promise of the technology and what shortfall the technology is addressing. The working group, including the task force, meets monthly with members of the joint AI community. (Source: Defense News)
09 Aug 22. US Navy tests new ground-based detect and avoidance system. The technology is being targeted for future adoption by MQ-4C, MQ-8 and future small tactual UAS programme. The US Navy has tested a new ground-based detect and avoidance system, called Guardian, to validate its capabilities for providing crewed/uncrewed teaming safety. The first flight test was performed at Naval Air Warfare Centre Aircraft Division's (NAWCAD) headquarters in Patuxent River on 28 July.
During this test, the Uncrewed Air Test and Evaluation Squadron (UX) 24's air vehicle operators flew two RQ-21 Blackjack aircraft towards each other, while Guardian operators monitored screens displaying the systems' approach.
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As soon as the two RQ-21s came within a 400ft radius of each other, Guardian alerted its operators of a potential collision and made avoidance manoeuvre recommendations to help avoid it.
Blackjack air vehicle operator lieutenant commander Alex Dulude said: "Looking ahead, we'll put Guardian through complex tests to confirm it will reliably handle congestion in busiest airspaces as we work toward Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) certification which could significantly reduce Stingray's developmental test time and costs."
Guardian uses ground-based sensors to establish communication with operators at ground control stations.
It supplies them with visual signals for navigation and traffic avoidance manoeuvres, which improves airspace safety.
The technology is the only ground-based system prototyped in response to FAA mandates that limits uncrewed systems from operating in airspaces alongside crewed aircraft.
The test team expects the Naval Air Systems Command to grant certification by the end of next fiscal year.
The team is aiming to use this technology on MQ-4C Triton, MQ-8 Fire Scout and future small tactual uncrewed aerial system (UAS) programmes.
Initially, Guardian was developed in partnership with the US Army's Redstone Test Centre.
Currently, the system is being funded by Test Resource Management Centre of the US Office of Secretary of Defense and the MQ-25 Stingray's programme. (Source: naval-technology.com)
10 Aug 22. Advantech Upgrades Industrial Motherboards and IPC Systems with 12th Gen. Intel® Core™ Processors. Advantech, a leading global provider of intelligent systems and industrial edge computers, is excited to announce a wave of upgrades in 2022. A wide range of its platforms including industrial ATX motherboards, industrial ATX/MicroATX server boards, and PICMG 1.3 Full-Size Single Board Computers (SBC) will be upgraded to the latest processor and chipset specifications. IPC systems including Modular IPC, Compact IPC and Edge Accelerator Servers will also be upgraded to 12th Gen. Intel® Core™ i9/i7/i5/i3 processors with up to 16 cores and 24 threads, which will significantly boost computing performance by up to 89%, according to a well-known CPU benchmark. These systems are ideal upgrades for smart factory and machine automation, machine vision, transportation, and edge AI applications.
The largest leap in Intel® Core™ Processor architecture and performance
12th Gen Intel® Core™ processors are the first Intel® Core™ processors to feature performance hybrid architecture, integrating up to eight performance-cores (P-cores) that enhance workload consolidation, and up to eight Efficient-cores (E-cores) that enhance background task management and multitasking. This will boost performance up to 1.36x times faster in single- thread performance and up to 1.35x times faster in multi-thread performance compared to 10th Gen Intel® Core™ processors. Moreover, 12th Gen Intel® Core™ processors are also the first Intel® Core™ processor series that introduces support for up to DDR5-4800 memory modules (or DDR4-3200), leading to 50% bandwidth enhancement. In addition, the upgrade of PCIe 5.0/4.0 and more lanes increase the platform expansion possibilities and the ability to support high numbers of simultaneous applications.
AIMB-788/708 – trusted mainstream ATX motherboards
Advantech's upgraded ATX motherboards, the AIMB-788 and AIMB-708 series with 12th Gen. Intel® Core™/Pentium®/Celeron® LGA1700 processors, are equipped with 7 x PCIe/PCI expansion slots (including 1 x PCIe x16 Gen 4, and up to 3 x PCIe x4 Gen 3), M.2 (NVMe), and DDR4-3200 memory. They offer higher computing performance, expansibility, and cost-effectiveness, which satisfies a wide range of applications in industrial automation and video surveillance that require seamless upgrades, long-term support, proven reliability, and strict revision control.
Multiple choices of motherboards and SBCs with Intel 12th gen processors
This upgrade from 10th to 12th generation processors also includes ASMB-588 and ASMB-788 MicroATX/ATX server boards, as well as PCE-5033 and PCE-5133, PICMG 1.3 full-size SBC. ASMB- 588/788 supports DDR5 ECC/ non-ECC memory and PCIe 5.0 connectivity, can connect to frame grabber cards, motion control cards, and accelerators for top-tier I/O bandwidth and massive compute performance. PCE-5033/5133 feature multiple backplanes, diverse I/O, and various expansion slots which deliver unrivaled flexibility and performance.
More systems will also be upgraded to Intel 12th gen processors
This major upgrade will also cover MIC-770 V3, IPC-320 and PCE-2033/2133 and ASMB-610V3. MIC-770 V3 is an embedded box IPC with high performance, modular and fanless design, which is perfect for deploying in heavy industrial hazardous environments. IPC-320 will have a whole new launch for compact and tower IPCs with the latest 12th gen Intel® Core™ I CPUs. These systems are designed for central control rooms in substations and industrial automation requiring industrial-grade design, longevity support, silent operation, and low noise (40dB) acoustics. PCE-2033/2133 are motherboard bundled sales with ultra-compact IPC-200 chassis series (IPC-220/240/242) designed for machine vision and motion control in equipment manufacturing and the semiconductor industry. ASMB-610V3 is a proprietary server board bundle sale with short-depth edge accelerator server chassis HPC-6120, its compact design offers 4 x PCIe expansion capability in a 1U 18" short-depth chassis suitable for machine automation, machine vision, factory automation, AI, smart cities, medical technology, and more.
Product Line and Key Specifications
These upgraded products support multiple operating systems and Advantech's WISE-DeviceOn, and WISE-Cloud software platforms. AIMB-788 is available for order now; others are expected to be released in late 2022. For more information about these or other Advantech products and services, please contact your local sales support team or visit the Advantech website at www.advantech.com. For more information about intelligent systems and edge computing solution, please visit the Advantech Edge Computer Site.
09 Aug 22. Aquarius Engines Inks Five-Year R&D Contract with the U.S. Army. Aquarius Engines (TASE: AQUA) have revealed that they signed a research and development deal with the United States Army via the US Army Combat Capabilities Development Command (DEVCOM) in March 2020, which has now been extended by an additional five years until July 2027. Aquarius Engines invented, developed, and manufacture lightweight super-efficient linear engines based on the company's proprietary technology, that can operate on a range of alternative fuels, including hydrogen, methanol, ethanol-E85 and LPG.
Under the new terms, the US Army Combat Capabilities Development Command (DEVCOM) will continue to test the Aquarius Engines technology and products at US government facilities.
"The extension of the R&D agreement between Aquarius Engines and US Army Combat Capabilities Development Command (DEVCOM) is a significant expression of confidence in our company and the engine we developed. We cannot specify for what purposes US Army Combat Capabilities Development Command (DEVCOM) wishes to use our technology, but it is clear that the continuation of our fruitful cooperation constitutes another significant step in advancing our business strategy and expanding our activities around the world." Said Ariel Gorfung, CEO of Aquarius Engines.
Aquarius Engines already has partnership deals with Nokia in the field of remote communication and energy equipment management in addition to Japanese auto-parts manufacturers TPR and Honda-affiliate Musashi Seimitsu.
The 22 lbs. Aquarius Engine was invented in 2014 and is designed to be used as an onboard power generator in a vehicle or as a stand-alone electricity generator. Unlike most conventional engines that are made of hundreds of parts, the Aquarius Engine has just twenty components and one moving part. The lightweight streamlined design makes it inexpensive and highly efficient with minimal need for maintenance, compared to traditional engines.
Aquarius Engines is initially targeting the global telecom market (in collaboration with Nokia and other leading companies in the field) – to provide backup energy for communication towers, based with the Aquarius Engines generator, which runs on a variety of fuels such as: hydrogen, ethanol E85, methanol, LPG.
In the future, Aquarius Engines plans to make moves into the worlds of automotive, marine, and aviation and across the defense industry.
Aquarius Engines boasts 41 registered patents in the US and abroad and another 36 patents pending. The company has been publicly traded on the Tel Aviv Stock Exchange (AQUA) since December 2020.
The Chairman is Gal Fridman and CEO is Ariel Gorfung. Aquarius Engines has manufacturing and development centers in Israel, Germany and Poland. https://www.aquariusengines.com/ (Source: PR Newswire)
08 Aug 22. The Pentagon's Plan to Speed Up Software Buying for Weapons Systems. The DOD's dedicated software acquisition pathway is nearly two years old, and is already being used by a few dozen programs.
As the Pentagon's business systems and its biggest weapons platforms increasingly rely on more frequent software updates, the Defense Department is working to change its processes so it can buy and deliver software as quickly as it's needed.
One of the primary ways it's doing so is through its software acquisition pathway, which allows contracting officers and program managers to separate out the software components of various programs, from unmanned systems to enterprise software, making the buying process faster and easier.
The Biden administration's pick to be the Pentagon's No. 2 weapons buyer has vowed, if confirmed, to make software modernization a priority, and put a spotlight on the two-year-old pathway. But while the Defense Department is likely to keep pushing it for new and existing programs, it may take some getting used to.
Radha Plumb, who is nominated to be deputy under secretary of defense for acquisition and sustainment, told senators during her nomination hearing that her priority would be matching military needs with technology, and moving software modernization forward by "ensuring critical new authorities—including software acquisition pathways—are leveraged and integrated into priority systems," while also working to control sustainment costs.
"If confirmed, my task will be to match warfighter requirements from our military with the technologies in that vibrant industrial base, to ensure our military has the capabilities it needs to prevail in critical missions anytime, anywhere," Plumb told the Senate Armed Services Committee last month.
"To do this, we must establish clear transition pathways for critical new technologies like hypersonics, artificial intelligence, and directed energies. We must field solutions more rapidly. We must leverage new acquisition pathways to acquire software and software-intensive systems to meet the needs of our war fighters and invest in our defense industrial base to reduce foreign dependency."
Plumb's testimony comes just a few months ahead of the two-year anniversary of the software acquisition pathway.
The pathway now has 40 programs, Jessica Maxwell, a Pentagon spokesperson told Defense One, and it's showing "encouraging signs that programs can streamline processes and deliver software faster" since its debut in October 2020. Maxwell noted that acquisition programs often "need help navigating" it, and the undersecretary of defense for acquisition and sustainment is evaluating how it can take "best practices of modern software development and apply agility across our programs—whether they are software- or hardware-intensive."
But, as it is now, using the pathway requires some creativity, according to Doug Bush, the Army's chief weapons buyer.
Bush told reporters July 27 that the service is using the pathway for newer software programs, while working to shift older ones that use a traditional process to one for continuous development—called DevSecOps—through "schedule adjustments on software programs to move them closer to the way we like to do things," rather than doing it formally.
The Army is close to using the pathway as a default "for new software efforts," Bush said, "because we think that's the most modern way to do software development." The challenge is shifting older programs that were built to a different model, often referred to as waterfall, to the new DevSecOps method.
"And now we're trying to adjust them to the new model. But I think so far, we're finding success in most cases…. often it just requires rephasing, restructuring the program."
Bush said formally switching older software programs to the new pathway was an administrative burden, so the strategy is to split software developments across capability drops until technologies mature.
The Army is doing that with multiple programs, and "as we start new software programs, more of them are going to end up in the software acquisition pathway as opposed to the traditional one."
One of those programs is the Robotic Combat Vehicle. Bush said the Army "separated out the software element as a separate software acquisition pathway program because we want that control software to be common across many robotic platforms."
For the likely-to-be-confirmed Plumb, taking a flexible approach and tailoring the Pentagon's interoperability and requirements processes for software is "essential" to more fully adopt more modern development models.
"DOD should work to embrace rapid, iterative product development that creates innovation and gives us competitive advantage over our adversaries," Plumb wrote in response to advanced policy questions, to "reduce cycle times and be more responsive to changing technologies, operations, priorities, and threats."
Plumb also said that's "particularly true for software, which is central to every major DOD mission and weapon system," and that the Software Acquisition Pathway policy could help with that. (Source: Defense One)
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For IV4, we experimented with vape smoke and construction alignment lasers. My bedroom can get quite dark when the blinds are closed, so Heider Iacometti and his brother Taighe came over with their planar laser system and vape. By blowing the vape smoke through the laser planes, we can see the flow of the smoke changing with respect to time in a very specific area. This was definitely the most difficult photography project I have done because I really had to experiment with a ton of different settings on my camera and in the photo editing software to get a usable image. I also took pictures from a ton of different angles and distances, totaling 216 pictures. Picking the best one also took quite some time, so I kept coming back to this project.
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IV4 // Zack Herzer
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Max PatwardhanDec 13, 2022 12:31
Very cool image! I like the editing you did, it really made the composition more vibrant. I like how you can distinguish between the laminar flow and turbulence in the shot!
Robert CooperDec 12, 2022 13:02
The way the vapor is so green and bright but the background is so dark reminds me of the matrix. It looks surreal and artificial in the best way possible.
Bryce DicksonDec 12, 2022 02:30
Absolute vape lords. My eyes are drawn to the sharp corner on the left in the midst of all the rounded turbulence.
Heider IacomettiNov 30, 2022 10:17
I like the weird, curvy edges.
Tobin PriceNov 4, 2022 13:14
Nice shot, I really like the gradient you have in the image with the highlights concentrated on the left-hand side. Cool effect with the different layers in focus
AbdullahNov 4, 2022 12:55
You did a good job producing a unique photo. I like how you were able to capture the details.
Heider IacomettiNov 4, 2022 12:52
I like how your vortexes don't look very circular
Tristan MartinezNov 4, 2022 12:47
This photo feels very 3 dimensional, a good contrast to Heider's picture.
John WhitemanNov 4, 2022 12:45
Awesome pic Zach, I really love the saturation of color in the vapor, especially in the bottom left corner. The bright green creates a really strong and compelling contrast with the black background.
Anders HamburgenNov 4, 2022 12:43
Nice job creating something so different from Heider's photo. I think you did well in capturing smaller details in the flow.
William WatkinsNov 4, 2022 12:43
I love the lines of smoke. It makes me think of a spiderweb with the multiple layers of smoke.
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The idea of creating a business plan sends most people into a tailspin! I know it did me! I was overwhelmed when I first started researching about this thing called a business plan that everyone said I needed.
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NFL betting picks: Best bets for Rams vs 49ers
Zach Brunner provides his best NFL betting picks for Monday Night Football, including four player props.
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George Kittle over 4.5 receptions (-160)
With top wide receiver Deebo Samuel possibly getting the Jalen Ramsey treatment, 49ers quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo could target some of his other receivers more often in this game.
Kittle has a matchup to exploit. Entering the week, the Rams had given up the third-most receptions to tight ends in the NFL (53). Kittle also has six or more receptions in two of his last three games. He has totaled five or more receptions in each of his past five matchups against the Rams, going over 100 yards in three of those games.
Brandon Aiyuk over receptions 4.5 (+120)
Shutting down Samuel will open up targets, which Aiyuk should soak up. Prior to last week, Aiyuk talked about being more confident and feeling better after talking with his head coach. It resulted in him catching six passes for 89 yards and a touchdown.
Best of all, he looked like the player from last season. This is a great matchup to build upon Aiyuk's newfound confidence, and the game script should work to his favor.
Cooper Kupp over 7.5 receptions (-135)
The Rams have been trying to include both Cooper Kupp and Robert Woods in the game plan, since they're both great wide receivers. With Woods lost for the season with an ACL injury, Kupp should have plays called for him even more often.
There is a clear step down in talent from Kupp to Van Jefferson, and Odell Beckham Jr. will need time to learn the offense. Kupp has reception totals of 9, 10, 7 and 11 the past four games, and his role should be even larger tonight.
Van Jefferson over receptions 3.5 (-165)
Yes, there's a step down from Kupp to Jefferson, but Jefferson has played over 80 percent of the offensive snaps in each of the past three games, and he should be an every down type of player tonight.
Woods' 7.7 targets per game are up for grabs, and a couple should go Jefferson's way. He has totaled three or more receptions in each of the past four weeks. Look for the increased role to lead to increased targets, and hitting the over.


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Malta Poker Festival Schedule 2022 Announced
Gambling911.com is excited to announce that another great poker event returns as life slowly gets back to normal in the wake of the global pandemic. It's our dear friend Ivonne Montealegre's Malta Poker Festival.
If you are of a mindset that Scandinavian and Europeans are bad poker players in general (and easy to beat), this event is definitely a "must attend" for US, Canadians and other players from around the globe. Montealegre's events attract a large number of Scandinavian players in particular. A few years back when we were covering a prior event of hers an entire plane was chartered full of poker players from Israel last minute. Malta is surprisingly easy to access via a number of top European cities flying Malta Air and this Mediterranean island nation is amazing. Everyone speaks perfect English and they use the euro. It's also a huge party getaway (Ivoonne's after parties are almost certain to be in the best clubs) and the world's global hub for online gambling.
"This is something that makes me so happy," Montealegre declared via her Facebook page on Saturday. "Our MPF schedule is here. Great partners, super structures and just all the good vibes Malta has to offer. Time for a 5* Poker Holiday.
"And for those in the island that like poker, this event is one to play for sure, stay tuned for satellites both live and online."
Montealegre is a distant cousin of 2012 Golden Globe Award Best Actress nominee Madeleine Stowe and her great-great grandfather was the first president of the world's second oldest democracy, Costa Rica.
The schedule appears below.
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