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In this post, we will talk about various ways to integrate ChatGPT into MS Excel. OpenAI also has a public API which makes it easy to embed ChatGPT in any web application or software. We can use it in MS Excel as well using VBA code.
How to Get ChatGPT API
To get OpenAI API Key, the first and foremost step is to sign up using this link - platform.openai.com. You can do it easily through your existing Google or Microsoft account. Once done, you need to get secret API key to use API. It will look like this. Copy your API key for future reference.
The ChatGPT Plugin for MS Excel is absolutely free to use and can run on any version of Excel. It does not even require an Excel 365 license. However, please note that the OpenAI API does have charges associated with it. Charges for API usage are low and vary based on usage. No charges apply if API is not used in a month.
I have been using it daily for the past few months, and it has cost me less than a dollar per month (precisely 50-65 cents per month). For detailed information about the pricing, it's recommended to refer to OpenAI's pricing documentation.
Data Privacy : OpenAI's data privacy policy states that they do not train their models on any user data submitted through their API. The inputs and outputs of the API do not become part of training their models.
Method 1 : Excel Plugin for ChatGPT
The main benefit of Excel plugin is that it is not dependent on one file like macro workbook and can be easily shared between different workbooks and users. You can download the Excel plugin for ChatGPT by clicking on Download button. In Excel, a plugin is referred to as an add-in. Don't get confused. Plugin and add-in are essentially the same in MS Excel.
This ChatGPT plugin is compatible with both Windows and macOS operating systems.
See the video below on how to use and install this add-in
When you download add-in or macro file from internet, Microsoft blocks them from running and shows the source of this file is untrusted. You need to follow the steps below to make it working.
- Go to the folder where the downloaded add-in file is located.
- Right-click the file and choose Properties from the menu.
- At the bottom of the General Tab, select the Unblock checkbox under security option and then click OK.
Refer the following steps to install ChatGPT add-in in MS Excel.
- Open Excel and click on the
tab in the ribbon. - Click on
and then selectAdd-ins
from the left-hand menu. - In the
drop-down menu at the bottom of the screen, selectExcel Add-ins
and click on theGo
button. - Click on the
button and locate the add-in file that you downloaded. - Select the add-in file and click on the
button. - You should see the name of the add-in file in the
dialog box. Check the box next to the add-in name to activate it. - Once you are done with the above steps, a new tab called
should be visible in your Excel workbook.
Follow the steps below to use ChatGPT add-in for MS Excel.
- Open a new or existing MS Excel Workbook
- Enter text you want to ask ChatGPT in any cell
- Click on ChatGPT Tab > AI Assistant.
- Enter your API Key and select Model Type.
- Select the cell in which you entered text in step 2.
- Output will be generated and will appear within a few seconds.
- When you want ChatGPT to run on multiple cells, you can use the
function. See the details in the next section.
gpt-3.5-turbo, gpt-4, and gpt-4-32k always point to the latest released models. To change the model type, click on Update Key
button shown under the ChatGPT tab in the ribbon in Excel. To know more about the latest models, check out the documentation.
This add-in has the following functions that you can use to obtain responses from ChatGPT and enter them into Excel.
AIAssistant(text, [word_count])
: Generates output for the search query using ChatGPT.
- text : Text you want to search
- word_count : Optional. Specify the maximum number of words for the output generated by ChatGPT.AIAssistant_Chat(text, [reset])
: Converse like ChatGPT website remembers prior conversations.
- text : Text you want to search
- reset : Optional. Start/Reset chat session.AIAssistant_FillData(rng_existingdata, rng_fill)
: Fill incomplete data by training ChatGPT on existing data.
- rng_existingdata : Range of training data
- rng_fill : Specify cell that needs to be filled in.AIAssistant_Extractor(prompt, keyword)
: Extract key data from the text you provided. Key Data can be Name, Place, Organization details etc.
- prompt : Specify the cell which contains text from which you want to extract key data.
- keyword : keyword can be name, place, organisation etc.AIAssistant_Translator(text, language)
: It translates text from one language to another.
- text : Specify cell that contains text that you want to translate.
- language : Name of language. E.g. Spanish, French etc.AIAssistant_Explain(cell_formula, [detail])
: Help you to explain Excel Formula which you don't understand and need support.
- cell_formula : Cell that contains an Excel formula that you want ChatGPT to explain to you.
- detail : Optional. Default value is TRUE. Set FALSE if you want less verbose reply.AIAssistant_Insights(rng_data, [prompt])
: It generates data insights from the provided dataset.
- rng_data : Specify cells containing data (including the header).
- prompt : Optional. Provide specific information you want about the data.AIAssistant_QnA(query, passage)
: It provides an answer to a question from within a custom large text you provided.
- query : Specify the cell containing a question.
- passage : Specify the cell containing a large text.
To type the functions faster, first type=ai
, then use the UP or DOWN arrow key to select the function you want, and finally press theTab
Search with ChatGPT
The AIAssistant
function uses ChatGPT to search for information and put the results in Excel. See the example below.
=AIAssistant("First President of US")
If you want to limit the response from ChatGPT to a maximum of 2 words, specify '2' as the second argument of the function. For example, =AIAssistant("First President of US", 2)
Sometimes non-english letters do not get displayed correctly in the response coming from ChatGPT API due to UTF-8 encoding issue. To fix this issue you can use =CleanMsg(AIAssistant(prompt))
function. Please refer to the example below.
=CleanMsg(AIAssistant("Write an Instagram post about 'Good morning' in Spanish"))
Recall ChatGPT Conversations
By default when we send API requests to OpenAI, it does not recall prior conversations. It considers every API request as a new chat. It means when it answers your current question, it does not remember your previous question.
To improve ChatGPT's ability to remember prior conversations, we can use the function AIAssistant_Chat(text, [reset])
. Set second argument reset
as TRUE
to start/reset chat.
Note : Both of these functionsAIAssistant()
generate output for your search query. HoweverAIAssistant_Chat()
also allows ChatGPT to remember your prior conversations which increases the token usage and cost more. It is recommended to set the second argument of the functionreset
when you do not need ChatGPT to recall your prior conversations.
Data Insights
Please follow the steps below to generate data insights or find hidden patterns in your data with this plugin.
- Click on the
Generate Insights
button in the ChatGPT tab on the ribbon in Excel. - In the message dialog box, select cells containing data (including the header) and then click "OK". For example, A1:D101.
- Wait for the insights generated from ChatGPT API.
- In the message dialog box, select a cell where the output will be saved. For example, F2.
- Select "yes" or "no" if you want the output to be populated in multiple rows or a single row.
You can also analyze data using the function AIAssistant_Insights(rng_data, [prompt])
. The second argument of the function is optional, and by default, it extracts key insights from the data if you don't specify anything in the second argument. See the syntax of AIAssistant_Insights() function below.
=AIAssistant_Insights(A1:D101,"Generate Top 5 Insights")
Translate with ChatGPT
If you're looking to translate text using Excel Plugin, you should try the AIAssistant_Translator
function. It uses ChatGPT to help you with accurate translations. Just enter the text you want to translate and the language name, it will use ChatGPT's language skills to give you translations.
=AIAssistant_Translator("Hi, How are you doing?", "german")
Extract Key Info
The AIAssistant_Extractor
function can be used to fetch key information such as name, location etc from the text. For example, suppose you have text "Dave went to New York for studies" in cell B2. You want to extract name and location from the text. Enter the following formula in cells C2 and D2.
=AIAssistant_Extractor(B2,"name") =AIAssistant_Extractor(B2,"location")
Fill Missing Data
The AIAssistant_FillData
function can be used for a variety of purposes. See some of the real-world use cases below.
- Sentiment Analysis You can label positive/negative/neutral sentiments on customer feedback data. You just need to provide a few labels in first argument of the function.
- Industry/Sector Classification You have companies name and wish to find out their industries/sectors.
- Text Patterns Extraction You have text data which contains both character and numeric values. By using this function, you can extract numeric values from the text.
Building a Q&A System
The AIAssistant_QnA
function is used to build a question and answering system. You input a paragraph or a text document along with your question and it helps you find the relevant answer within that text. It can be useful for tasks like quickly extracting information from large text without the need to manually search through the text. See the example below.
=AIAssistant_QnA(query, passage)
Learn Excel Formulas with ChatGPT
The AIAssistant_Explain
function assists you in understanding any Excel formula. For example, let's say you have a formula in cell B2: =VLOOKUP(B2,$B$2:$D$5,2,FALSE). If you enter this formula =AIAssistant_Explain(B2) in cell C2, it will provide an explanation for the VLOOKUP function.
If you are happy with the above add-in, you don't need to jump to the following two methods of integrating ChatGPT into Excel. The methods below are just alternatives of using add-in but they are less robust and include manual steps.
Method 2 : Excel Macro for ChatGPT
The VBA code below fetch responses from ChatGPT using API and put it into Excel. It also cleans the response from ChatGPT and put it in structured format so that formatting gets maintained. This lets users edit response easily and easy to reuse in any other document or spreadsheet.
This macro only works on Windows OS. If you want to integrate ChatGPT into MS Excel on Mac OS, please use the add-in shown in the previous section of this article.
Sub chatGPT() Dim request As Object Dim response As String Dim text, API, api_key, DisplayText, error_result As String Dim status_code As Long Dim cellr As Range Dim prompt, rng As Range 'API Info API = "https://api.openai.com/v1/chat/completions" api_key = "sk-xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx" If api_key = "" Then MsgBox "Error: API key is blank!" Exit Sub End If Set prompt = Range("B3") Set cellr = prompt.Offset(1, 0) Set rng = Range(prompt.Offset(1, 0), prompt.Offset(2000, 0)) rng.Clear 'Input Text If prompt.Value = "" Then MsgBox "Error: Cell " & prompt.Address(RowAbsolute:=False, ColumnAbsolute:=False) & " is blank!" Exit Sub End If text = Replace(prompt.Value, Chr(34), Chr(39)) text = Replace(text, vbLf, " ") 'Create an HTTP request object Set request = CreateObject("MSXML2.XMLHTTP") With request .Open "POST", API, False .setRequestHeader "Content-Type", "application/json" .setRequestHeader "Authorization", "Bearer " & api_key .send "{""model"": ""gpt-3.5-turbo"", ""messages"": [{""content"":""" & text & """,""role"":""user""}]," _ & """temperature"": 1, ""top_p"": 0.7, ""max_tokens"": 2048}" status_code = .Status response = .responseText End With 'Extract content If status_code = 200 Then DisplayText = ExtractContent(response) Else DisplayText = ExtractError(response) End If 'Put response cellr.Value = DisplayText 'Split to multiple rows Call SplitTextToMultipleRows(cellr) rng.WrapText = True 'Clean up the object Set request = Nothing End Sub Sub SplitTextToMultipleRows(cell As Range) Dim splitArr() As String Dim delimiter As String delimiter = "\n" splitArr = Split(cell.Value, delimiter) For i = LBound(splitArr) To UBound(splitArr) x = splitArr(i) If Left(Trim(x), 1) = "=" Then x = "'" & x End If cell.Offset(i, 0).Value = Replace(x, "\""", Chr(34)) Next i End Sub Function ExtractContent(jsonString As String) As String Dim startPos As Long Dim endPos As Long Dim Content As String startPos = InStr(jsonString, """content"": """) + Len("""content"": """) endPos = InStr(startPos, jsonString, "},") - 2 Content = Mid(jsonString, startPos, endPos - startPos) Content = Trim(Replace(Content, "\""", Chr(34))) 'Fix for excel forumulas as response If Left(Trim(Content), 1) = "=" Then Content = "'" & Content End If Content = Replace(Content, vbCrLf, "") Content = Replace(Content, vbLf, "") Content = Replace(Content, vbCr, "") If Right(Content, 1) = """" Then Content = Left(Content, Len(Content) - 1) End If ExtractContent = Content End Function Function ExtractError(jsonString As String) As String Dim startPos As Long Dim endPos As Long startPos = InStr(jsonString, """message"": """) + Len("""message"": """) endPos = InStr(startPos, jsonString, """") If startPos > Len("""message"": """) And endPos > startPos Then ExtractError = Mid(jsonString, startPos, endPos - startPos) Else startPos = InStr(jsonString, """code"": """) + Len("""code"": """) endPos = InStr(startPos, jsonString, """") If startPos > Len("""code"": """) And endPos > startPos Then ExtractError = Mid(jsonString, startPos, endPos - startPos) Else ExtractError = "Unknown error" End If End If End Function
- You need to enter your API key in the code above in the variable api_key. This is the same secret key which we obtained in the previous step.
- Enter your question (prompt) in cell B3 and then follow the steps below.
- Press Alt+F11 to open the VBA editor.
- Click Insert > Module to create a new module.
- In the module, copy and paste the VBA code mentioned above.
- Once you have entered the code, close the VBA editor.
- Run the macro by pressing Alt+F8 or by going to the Developer tab > Macros and select the macro
and hit Run button.
Method 3 : Excel Function for ChatGPT
You can also run ChatGPT as an excel function. The benefit of running it as function is that you can paste it down on multiple cells. See the animated image below how to use the function.
Syntax of function isAIAssistant(text, [word_count])text : prompt. Question you want to ask.
word_count : optional. Maximum number of words in the response that will be generated.
In the example below as shown in image, we are extracting capital city of different countries. Since ChatGPT responses are generally in more words than are needed, we can limit to maximum number of words in the second argument of function.
Function AIAssistant(text As String, Optional word_count As Long = 0) As String Dim request As Object Dim response As String Dim API, api_key, DisplayText, error_result As String Dim startPos, endPos, status_code As Long Dim rng As Range 'API Info API = "https://api.openai.com/v1/chat/completions" api_key = "sk-xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx" 'Input Text If word_count > 0 Then text = text & ". Provide response in maximum " & word_count & " words" End If text = Replace(text, Chr(34), Chr(39)) text = Replace(text, vbLf, " ") 'Send request to API Set request = CreateObject("MSXML2.XMLHTTP") With request .Open "POST", API, False .setRequestHeader "Content-Type", "application/json" .setRequestHeader "Authorization", "Bearer " & api_key .send "{""model"": ""gpt-3.5-turbo"", ""messages"": [{""content"":""" & text & """,""role"":""user""}]," _ & """temperature"": 0.7, ""top_p"": 1, ""max_tokens"": 2048}" status_code = .Status response = .responseText End With 'Parse response from API If status_code = 200 Then DisplayText = ExtractContent(response) Else DisplayText = ExtractError(response) End If If word_count > 0 And Right(DisplayText, 1) = "." Then DisplayText = Left(DisplayText, Len(DisplayText) - 1) Else DisplayText = DisplayText End If 'Return result AIAssistant = DisplayText End Function Function ExtractContent(jsonString As String) As String Dim startPos As Long Dim endPos As Long Dim Content As String startPos = InStr(jsonString, """content"": """) + Len("""content"": """) endPos = InStr(startPos, jsonString, "},") - 2 Content = Mid(jsonString, startPos, endPos - startPos) Content = Trim(Replace(Content, "\""", Chr(34))) 'Fix for excel forumulas as response If Left(Trim(Content), 1) = "=" Then Content = "'" & Content End If Content = Replace(Content, vbCrLf, "") Content = Replace(Content, vbLf, "") Content = Replace(Content, vbCr, "") Content = Replace(Content, "\n", vbCrLf) If Right(Content, 1) = """" Then Content = Left(Content, Len(Content) - 1) End If ExtractContent = Content End Function Function ExtractError(jsonString As String) As String Dim startPos As Long Dim endPos As Long startPos = InStr(jsonString, """message"": """) + Len("""message"": """) endPos = InStr(startPos, jsonString, """") If startPos > Len("""message"": """) And endPos > startPos Then ExtractError = Mid(jsonString, startPos, endPos - startPos) Else startPos = InStr(jsonString, """code"": """) + Len("""code"": """) endPos = InStr(startPos, jsonString, """") If startPos > Len("""code"": """) And endPos > startPos Then ExtractError = Mid(jsonString, startPos, endPos - startPos) Else ExtractError = "Unknown error" End If End If End Function
Make sure you enter your API key highlighted in bold above.
Follow the steps 1 to 4 in the previous section "How to use VBA Code". Once you are through with these 4 steps, type =AIAssistant(B3)
in any cell. Here B3 refers to the cell wherein your prompt (question) is placed.
To access GPT-4, you can replace gpt-3.5-turbo
with gpt-4
in the above VBA code. The OpenAI Team regularly updates their models and they have various versions of them but they make sure that users get the latest model version in gpt-4 or gpt-3.5-turbo
How to handle large number of prompts
Suppose you have more than 100 prompts distributed across 100 cells in an Excel sheet, and you want to get answers for each question using ChatGPT. If you attempt to do this all at once by dragging the AIAssistant function to 100 rows, it may cause Excel to slow down or show errors because it can't handle so many requests together.
To solve this problem, you can try a different approach. Instead of asking all the questions to ChatGPT at once, you can ask one question at a time and get its answer. Then move on to the next question and repeat the process. In the code below, we assumed prompts starting from cell B3.
Sub AIAssistantLoop() Dim ws As Worksheet Dim promptColumn As String Dim promptRng As String Dim startRow As Long Dim cell As Range Dim result As Variant Dim lastRow As Long ' Set the active sheet as the working sheet Set ws = ActiveSheet ' Set the column having prompts. For e.g., prompts starting from cell B3 promptColumn = "B" startRow = 3 ' Find the last row in column lastRow = ws.Cells(ws.Rows.Count, promptColumn).End(xlUp).Row ' Loop through cells to the last row promptRng = promptColumn & startRow & ":" & promptColumn & lastRow For Each cell In ws.Range(promptRng) ' Check if the cell is not empty If Not IsEmpty(cell.Value) Then ' Call the AIAssistant function with the cell value result = Application.Run("AIAssistant", cell.Value) ' Paste the value back into the adjacent column cell.Offset(0, 1).Value = result End If Next cell End Sub
The code above uses the AIAssistant
function from the add-in. If you want to include the second parameter word_count, use this Application.Run("AIAssistant", cell.Value, 2) instead of Application.Run("AIAssistant", cell.Value). Here 2 is set as word_count. Similarly, if you also want to use CleanMsg
function, use this Application.Run("CleanMsg", Application.Run("AIAssistant", cell.Value))
If you want to use the function of Method III rather than the function from add-in, replace Application.Run("AIAssistant", cell.Value) with AIAssistant(cell.Value)
Follow the steps below to run the code.
- Open the VBA editor by pressing Alt+F11.
- Create a new module by clicking Insert > Module.
- In the module, copy and paste the above VBA code. Then, close the VBA editor.
- Execute the macro by pressing Alt+F8, selecting the macro
, and clicking the Run button.
How to use ChatGPT to write Excel formulas
You can also use the above add-in or macro and ask ChatGPT to act like an excel tutor. Within excel, you may be interested to know about excel functions, macros or other features related to data analysis. People who want to use Excel but don't know much about it are likely to find it really helpful. It not only saves your time but also makes data analysis easier. See the example below wherein we asked ChatGPT about simple excel related question.
=AIAssistant("Excel formula for 'Pass' if a value in cell F5 is less than 70, else 'Fail'")
Here are some examples that you can use to ask ChatGPT to write an Excel formula for you.
- Write an Excel formula to count the number of cells in the range B2:B10 that contain the value "Pass".
- I am working on a project. I am asked to analyze stock prices. How can I create an Excel formula to calculate the percentage change between two consecutive days' closing prices, assuming prices in cells B1 and B2?
- I have a dataset with sales figures in column A and corresponding dates in column B. How can I use an Excel formula to calculate the total sales for October 2022?
- In my sales data, I want to calculate the total sales for a 'Product A'. Sales value in the range A1:A10. Product names in range B2:B20. How can I write an Excel formula for this?
- I am trying to manage my budget and want to know the percentage of expenses compared to my total budget. Can you help me create an Excel formula for this?
- I have numbers for revenue in different months. How can I use an Excel formula to calculate the rate of growth from month to month?
- I am working with employee data and need to find the average salary for employees in the 'Sales' department. How do I make an Excel formula for this given Salary in range B2:B20 and Department in range A2:A20?
- In my sales report, I need to calculate the commission for each salesperson based on their performance. How can I create an Excel formula that considers different commission rates for different sales levels?
- I have an Excel sheet with student grades as percentages. I need to assign letter grades based on these percentages. Can you show me how to create an Excel formula for this?
How to use ChatGPT to write VBA Code
It also works well for advanced excel concepts like macros. It can write VBA code for you. Writing VBA code has never been easier before with ChatGPT.
=AIAssistant("Write VBA code to apply filter on sheet1 and paste filtered rows to sheet2")
Here are a few examples that you can use to request ChatGPT to help you write VBA Code.
- How can I loop through cells A1 to A10 in VBA?
- How can I create a user-defined function in VBA to calculate the factorial?
- How do I create a message box in VBA?
- How to implement error handling in VBA for a specific block of code?
- VBA code to copy cells A1 to A10 from one worksheet to another?
- How can I format cells B2 to B5 in Excel using VBA to apply bold font and a specific background color?
- How do I add or subtract days from a specific date in VBA?
- How can I prompt the user for input and store the value in a variable in VBA?
How to fine tune ChatGPT response
You would find temperature
parameter in the VBA code. It lies between 0 and 2. Higher values like 1.2 will generate the output more random, while lower values like 0.2 will be more focused.
How to fix errors
1. Error: You exceeded your current quota, please check your plan and billing details : To resolve this error, you need to switch to a paid account where you will be charged based on your API usage.
- Go to OpenAI's website
- Log in with your account and then navigate to
page. - Sign up for the
Pay as you go
plan by adding your debit/credit card.
If you are already on this plan, it means that you are making a large number of requests to ChatGPT, which it is unable to handle. OR your limit may be set too low. You can check your current quota in your account settings.
2. If you are getting this error - The model: gpt-4 does not exist
it means you don't have access to GPT-4 API. You need to join waitlist for it. It does not matter if you have ChatGPT Plus subscription or not. Having a ChatGPT Plus subscription does not automatically grant access to the GPT-4 API.
3. If you encounter any issue related to VBA references, try to add Microsoft XML, v 3.0. I am using Office 2019 in which the above code works without it. References I am using are as shown below. References can be added by opening VBA Editor and then Tools > References
ChatGPT Plugin for MS Word
ChatGPT Plugin for MS PowerPoint.


text:
During the Easter holidays last year, five-year-old Harry had a panic attack and said he didn't want to live any more.
'He was saying he didn't have any friends and that he was ugly,' remembers his mum, Sophie*, who adds that of course neither was true. Her son then told her: "I want to die mummy."'
Hearing these words from anyone is hard enough, but from someone so young is harrowing, especially in the knowledge that suicide is the main cause of death in people under the age of 35 in the UK.
Harry had experienced a period of ill health and gone through a number of traumatic procedures and an operation, followed by lockdown and all the disruption to his schooling that that entailed. He lost all his confidence and was overcome with fear.
His mum recalls how her little boy didn't even want to go outside because he was scared of his own garden. Then last spring the anxiety attacks started.
'He starts feeling sick, and he gets a tummy ache,' explains Sophie. 'Then his breath becomes shorter. And he starts thinking that he can't do anything. He will say things like "my brain is telling me that I'm not good enough". You can see him, his head is shaking – it's like he's trying to knock the thoughts out of his head.'
It was a horrific time for the whole family and Sophie worked with his school every day to find a solution.
'His teachers were phenomenal and we were all trying to learn together to understand how we could help him,' she tells Metro.co.uk. 'The learning support assistant would take him outside when he started having a panic attack and they'd look at the trees and do some sort of mindfulness stuff and together we developed strategies.'
Harry had private therapy, and though he still experiences excessive worry and anxiety, he is on the road to recovery. But Sophie has been frustrated – and at times furious – about the lack of support she has been given from the school's senior management.
She feels insufficient steps were taken to support Harry as he moved up a year, and when she tried to intervene, she was told she was 'pandering' to her son. His panic attacks increased during the transition.
'Schools need to know anxiety has to be recognised as a condition. It's an illness that needs to be taken seriously,' says Sophie.
'They need to listen to the parents and understand what is going on with children. Mental health is sometimes seen as a tick box exercise.'
More than 200 school children take their own lives every year in the UK, according to the charity PAPYRUS Prevention of Young Suicide, and suicides among teens have been on the increase for more than a decade.
Research done by the charity earlier this year revealed that children want their schools to teach them about mental health and wellbeing to help them survive life.
'Having returned to school after almost two years of unimaginable uncertainly and disruption to their lives, children are telling us they need to know how to better protect themselves when they are struggling,' explains Ged Flynn, Chief Executive of PAPYRUS.
"The pandemic impacted on their mental health and they are now reaching out for information which would mean they were better informed, able to identify when they are at risk, how to stay safe and where to get help.
'In our research, schools and education were mentioned spontaneously as the biggest cause of stress and anxiety across all age groups and yet schools can also help to lead a generation of bewildered children out of the darkness and into safety.'
Benjamin* is 11. He started his secondary education in September, and has been let down appallingly by his school which has consistently failed to provide the empathy and understanding he so desperately needs, his grandmother Samantha* says.
Benjamin has a history of trauma, bereavement, social, mental, education and health (SMEH) needs and has been experiencing depression and suicidal ideation. He has recently made two worrying attempts to hurt himself while at school.
Despite the involvement of social workers, Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services (CAMHS) and his doctor, Benjamin has been continually punished for his behavioural issues with detentions and sanctions.
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Samantha, who is also his guardian, says: 'Since September, he's had over 80 detentions and two exclusions.
'The school seem to have it in for him. It is hellbent on the behaviour policy. You look the wrong way, you get a detention, you talk out of line, you get a detention, you pick a pen up off the floor, you get a detention. These are ridiculous things that no child should be sanctioned at that level for. The school have made his life a misery.
'The whole system is a problem and it's disproportionately affecting Black children. Other parents are experiencing the same thing. It is a big racial issue.'
Samantha believes that by rigidly sticking to behavioural standards, the school is failing her grandson.
'He's down. He's low. He feels voiceless and powerless,' she says. 'He said to me recently, he doesn't feel normal. He feels like he's being victimised and bullied.'
Unsure what to do, Samantha went to the GP who signed Benjamin off school immediately, concerned that he is unsafe.
'The children that have any form of disability or SMHE needs, they are the ones that are suffering the most, because they can't help their behaviour,' she says. 'They are the ones on the scrapheap. My grandson has extensive trauma, we've had Covid on top of that. How are we expecting an 11-year to navigate through that?
'What is it going to take to make a change? Will it take a suicide? That's what so sad. It's not until something goes drastically wrong that things will improve.'
Steve Phillip lost his son Jordan to suicide in December 2019. He feels that Jordan, who was 34, would have benefitted from more mental health support at school.
'Most suicides are preventable,' he adds. 'If you have early detection of the signs, interventions in place and the right prevention measures, then the evidence out there is that suicide is preventable right up to the last minute.
'We educate young people to be academically successful, but what we don't do, is prepare them for for life. If you can get in early and start to have conversations with children from very young ages, around emotions, experiences, and resilience, then you can equip children much more effectively.'
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Jordan suffered from depression for much of his life. He was popular, kind and helpful, but he didn't like to talk about his feelings. After his death, Steve found journals that indicated Jordan had been researching suicide for years. His diary entries presented a young man in pain and torment. Crucially, Steve said, Jordan didn't want to die; he just wanted the agony to stop.
'There may be many reasons why he took the typical male route and chose not to talk about his mental health in any depth,' he says. 'But had he been able to find ways to express how he was feeling, then we might have had a very different different outcome.'
Steve, 62, has since set up the Jordan Legacy to make sure the lessons from Jordan's death can inform other families and prevent suicides. It is a job for parents to make sure that they are really connecting with their kids at home, Steve says. And in education, he advocates a whole-school approach that puts mental health at the front of every interaction.
'It can have a pretty major impact on children if they feel they are not being cared, loved or listened to,' he explains. 'It sometimes tragically just takes almost a rash moment where that child could be walking past a bridge and goes, "I've just had enough for this". And at a young age, that can just just happen all too easily.'
Jonny Benjamin, a mental health campaigner who speaks publicly about living with mental illness, made such a journey to a bridge in 2008. Fortunately, he was rescued by a passer-by. He believes that the pandemic has led many young people into a 'desperate situation.'
'There is an increase in eating disorders, in self harm and suicidal ideation and attempts. It's terrifying,' says Johnny. 'If we started early strategies on the prevention side, we can make such a difference, instead of waiting until crisis point. With young people, they are taught about their teeth and gums from an early age. It's not the same for their mental health. Why not? If we did, we could make such a difference.'
Steve agrees: 'We put so much store on physical appearance these days through Instagram and TikTok and so on, but where is the same debate about the importance about looking after your mental health? It's just not there. Fundamentally, I would argue that mental health is much more important than your teeth.'
Educational and child psychologist Hannah Abrahams says that it is imperative that if a child is talking or writing about suicidal ideation, or shows any sign of self harm, that caregivers seek professional support immediately and in a sensitive manner.
'Tragically, those children who die by suicide are often those that do not reach out for support, or feel that this is the only answer for them,' she explains. 'It thus remains our job to reach out to all who may be suffering and work with children from a young age to navigate mental health needs.
'Encouraging children to "name feelings to tame them," is key. Just as we support babies and toddlers in learning to speak, we need to support children and young people in learning to use the emotional literacy skills too.'
20-year-old Ayla Jones, from Port Talbot in South Wales, tells Metro.co.uk that she spent most of her childhood and teen years existing, rather than living. She felt alone, lacking purpose and as if there were 'no point'.
An ambitious and intelligent girl, she suffered from anxiety, depression and had her first psychotic episode at the age of 15.
For two years Ayla would experience hypomanic and manic episodes, where she would stay up all night, listening to music whilst doing her hair and makeup because she was too excited to sleep. She ended up with no sense of day or time, and going from the top of her class in primary school – she was predicted to be an A* student – to leaving secondary school without a single GCSE.
'The teachers in my comprehensive school were wonderful people – but I still feel let down,' Ayla admits. 'There aren't the resources, facilities and funding to suit the needs for individuals like myself, who may find it difficult to cope.
'I felt as though I had been left behind. I felt like a failure. I felt not good enough and not worthy. When in actual fact, I think it was the school that failed me.'
Ayla says mental health education should be given the same priority on the national curriculum as maths and English, and that all teachers and staff should be given mandatory mental health first aid training.
It was through support from Jonny Benjamin and his charity Beyond – which raises money to help other organisations and schools that are underfunded, while sharing knowledge and best practice – that got Ayla back on track.
She did exceptionally well getting the qualifications to attend Swansea University, where she is now training to be a mental health nurse. She has listed a number of ideas that she thinks could help children in primary and secondary school, including a daily mindfulness morning, 'time out' cards for students under stress, and lessons on meditation and relaxation techniques, along with life skills and coping techniques.
While there is more work to be done, schools are getting better at supporting young people, according to Ed Lowther, Head of Education at mental health and wellness clinic the Soke.
'We're certainly seeing more schools take responsibility for the wellbeing of their student population,' he explains. 'There's a great deal more access to in-school mental health resources than existed two years ago. Whilst a lot of it has been in response to the pandemic, the by-product appears to be that more understanding and empathic attitudes are here to stay.'
And there are stories from around the country where individual teachers succeed in supporting students, against the everyday pressures of schooling, Ofsted inspections and Covid-related absence.
Janey* says that when her seven-year-old son started refusing to go to school, the entire staff stepped up to help.
'We told the teachers that he had anxiety and they were all so supportive,' she remembers. 'They listened to our concerns as parents and they made sure my son was nurtured and cared for. His wellbeing was discussed at staff meetings, and everyone understood what they needed to do to help him.
'Day-by-day we came up with strategies that made him feel more comfortable at school, and he was given extra support from a specialist. He was allowed to sit out of the situations that made him anxious until he felt stronger.
'Now he's happy, calm and confident again. He's thriving and this is all down to the whole-school approach of kindness and acceptance. I feel very grateful to them.'
*Names have been changed to protect children's identities
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Yuuka's boyfriend, Yazaki is a high school pal of Keith, the lead singer of the band "Zero Sum". Since she is a big fan of Keith, she requests that they go watch their latest concert.
At the concert venue, Yazaki introduces Yuuka to Keith backstage. Keith invites the couple to the afterparty, where Keith and his band intentionally get Yazaki drunk. When Yazaki becomes inebriated, Keith's bandmates gang rape Yuuka while he accompanies the passed out Yazaki home, kissing him and letting us know through his thoughts that he is actually in love with him. Although it doesn't turn fully consensual, Yuuka gets pleasured from the rape and he doesn't tell Yazaki about it.
In the following days, Keith starts dating Yuuka to start a rumor which will eventually reach Yazaki and which he hopes will destroy their relationship. Yuuka is excited to date him (friendly dates only, no kissing or sex or anything like that). She is a big fan, after all. However, when Yazaki finds out and asks her about their dates, she tells Keith that they have to stop going out because she loves her boyfriend. Keith blackmails her, telling her that he'll tell Yazaki about her getting gang raped. So Yuuka ends up having sex with Keith. Although it's blackmail and she loves Yazaki, Yuuka looks very pleasured while making love to Keith. Well, she is his biggest fan, after all, so fucking him and sacrificing true love in the process should be worth the trade-off.
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TODAY: Military spending increasing despite recession; NATO plans to boost presence in eastern Europe; analysts consider likelihood that sanctions will impact Russia's Ukraine policy. Forbes bows to court on Sechin earnings publication; Putin orders restoration of train services amid public pressure; Khordokovsky calls for March 1 opposition rally; Memorial lawyer attacked.
Despite other sectors of the economy facing a 10% decrease in spending as a result of the economic crisis, Russia's military budget has increased by 33%, as the Kremlin shows commitment to reviving its military grandeur. This revival of nuclear forces and a relaxing of strictures on their usage has deeply concerned NATO, reports Reuters. The alliance's defence ministers will meet today to discuss plans to strengthen NATO's presence in eastern Europe in response. NATO's 'complacent, half-hearted, bureaucratic reaction to Kremlin ruthlessness' is allowing Putin to gain ground in Ukraine, argues The Guardian's Ian Traynor. The 'foreign propaganda war' is one weapon in Putin's arsenal, but the recession is, one columnist reports, taking its toll on RT. The sanctions might have achieved their immediate aim of damaging Russia's economy, say analysts, but whether this will impact on its Ukraine policy, remains to be seen. Russian Railways chief and blacklisted Putin ally Vladimir Yakunin sees sanctions as an act of 'economic war' that is failing to divide the elite. Foreigners are reportedly leaving Russia in 'unprecedented numbers'.
Following a ruling by a Moscow court, Forbes magazine has published a refutation of information on the income of Rosneft CEO Igor Sechin. The EU has taken issue with Russia's proposal to pump gas to the Turkish-Greek border, bypassing Ukraine, on the basis that it is in breach of contracts, as well as being 'economically flawed'. A number of oligarchs are currently trying to offload the facilities they built for the Sochi Olympics, leaving the Kremlin with little choice but to acquire them.
President Putin has ordered that the cancellation of loss-making suburban train routes be overturned, after the lack of service ignited popular outcry. He has also apparently proposed legislation that would permit NGOs registered as 'foreign agents' to lose that label if they stop political activities and cease receiving financing from abroad. Yukos founder and Kremlin critic Mikhail Khodorkovsky, who has called for an opposition rally for March 1, has said he views Alexei Navalny as his 'ally for the medium term'. In Daghestan, a lawyer for rights group Memorial, who had worked on the rights of residents in an area cleared for a counter terrorism operation, has been attacked by five unknown assailants in broad daylight.
PHOTO: Suburban train services will be restored following a dispute between Russian Railways and regional authorities. (Andrei Makhonin / Vedomosti)


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The surrounding landscape has changed, most of the original buildings have come and gone, and the aircraft and mission have evolved over the years, but one towering symbol of Fighter Country at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona, remains much the same. It's the tower beside Litchfield Road which bears the words "Welcome to Fighter Country," that has become an iconic symbol of Luke AFB and the mission of the 56th Fighter Wing to train the world's greatest fighter pilots and combat ready Airmen.
Constructed in 1941, the water tower is one of Luke AFB's original structures from WWII, and a landmark for the base years before houses and businesses popped up in the area and GPS travel became the norm. The tower could be seen as people left the cities and drove beyond the farm fields to Luke Air Force Base.
Arizona's harsh summers with powerful sandstorms and increased temperatures have faded the paint over the years, but repairs and maintenance have kept up the community landmark welcoming visitors to Fighter Country.
With its 500,000-gallon capacity, the water tower provides potable water to the east of the Maj. Troy Gilbert Memorial Bridge, and it serves as a connecting point for Luke and the surrounding community. The tower is also cost effective, using gravity to provide the pressure needed to supply water to the base.
The water tower has withstood the test of time as a permanent fixture of the base for more than 80 years and provides a permanent statement that this is where Luke Air Force Base is — and this is our mission.


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At the Sound School our beliefs and values drive our vision and mission.
Our Beliefs:
- It is in our nature, as human beings, to learn.
- The purpose of education is to create the conditions which unlock a student's inherent ability and inclination to learn.
- All students can achieve mastery given the skills and tools to do so.
- Students must actively engage in the learning process.
- Positive relationships between students and adults create opportunities for learning.
- To support student learning, we must implement vision driven, data informed decision-making.
- Working effectively as a team is critical to student success.
Our Vision:
The Sound School is a learning community where students are both challenged and supported as they prepare for the future and achieve more than they thought possible.
The Sound School where education is: Engaging. Authentic. Meaningful. Transformative.
Our Mission:
The Sound School will provide an authentic, highly engaging, 21st-century curriculum utilizing aquaculture and agriculture, our unique setting and resources promoting success for all students. We strive to create meaningful learning opportunities, both in and out of the classroom, so students will develop the skills and abilities to think critically, problem solve effectively and apply learning fluently. We will graduate students who are able use these skills and abilities in any pursuit after graduation whether at a four-year college or in the work force.
Our Goals:
In an effort to realize this mission, we commit to the following goals—that all students will graduate from the Sound School with the ability to demonstrate:
- The use of critical thinking.
- Proficiency in solving multi-step, interdisciplinary problems.
- Proficiency in mathematics, reading, writing, and science.
- Facility with at least one foreign language.
- Appropriate public speaking skills.
- Job readiness skills.
- A working knowledge of the tools of maritime and/or agricultural commerce.
- A working knowledge of marine and/or terrestrial ecology.
- An understanding of the history, geography, and cultures of the United States and the world.
- The ability to function as part of a team.
- A healthy respect for the diversity of individuals found at school, in academia, in the workplace, and in the world
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Today, Chainguard was awarded a grant by the Department of Homeland Security Science and Technology Directorate (DHS S&T) to join its new startup cohort focused on strengthening software supply chain visibility tools. The cohort is designed to empower disruptors that are developing innovative solutions to address the growing risks associated with software supply chain attacks.
At Chainguard, we understand the importance of securing the software supply chain. In today's interconnected world, software is critical to the functioning of every organization, and any vulnerability in the software supply chain can have far-reaching consequences. Cyber attacks targeting software supply chains have become increasingly sophisticated and difficult to detect, making it more important than ever to have effective tools and processes in place to protect against them.
DHS S&T awarded $200,000 to Chainguard to create an SBOM composition tool by developing the conceptual schema of how to join SBOMs. Chainguard will also create test suites of both individual and combined SBOMs and contribute to the foundational open source software libraries associated with this initiative. Because modern software has many parts, it is a certainty that many software applications will actually have several associated SBOMs. Combining together relevant SBOMs will enable end-users to have the full picture and will allow organizations to aggregate and address risk.
We're honored to be the lead grantee which will enable us to drive adoption of critical initiatives like SBOMs, collaborate with other innovative companies and benefit from the expertise and resources of the DHS. This partnership will help us to further enhance our solutions and stay ahead of the evolving threat landscape.
Our software supply chain security solutions are designed to help organizations mitigate the risks associated with third-party software components. By providing comprehensive visibility into the software supply chain, we help organizations identify potential vulnerabilities and take proactive steps to address them. We help developers build software right the first time, enabling fortified software delivery that CISOs can trust. We know that collectively – with government, private sector and our peers - we can solve one of the biggest challenges facing the technology industry today.
The DHS S&T startup cohort will provide us with access to a range of resources and support, including technical expertise, funding, and mentorship. This will enable us to accelerate the development of our solutions and bring them to market more quickly. We are excited about the opportunities that this partnership will create, and we look forward to working closely with the DHS S&T and the other members of the cohort.
At Chainguard, we are committed to helping organizations secure their software supply chains and protect themselves against cyber attacks. We believe that our innovative solutions, combined with the resources and support of the DHS S&T startup cohort, will enable us to make a significant impact in this critical area. We applaud the Department's focus and partnership with the startup community, where the most innovative and transformative work to defend software attacks is happening. By tapping into this talent, DHS can accelerate software supply chain security and prevent the severity of future attacks.
We would like to thank the DHS S&T for selecting us to be part of this important initiative, and we look forward to working together to strengthen software supply chain visibility tools and improve cybersecurity for organizations around the world.


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Jonathan Attwood
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DPhil Student & MRC Clinical Research Training Fellow
- Clinical Neurosciences DPhil Student
- Clinical Research Training Fellow (Neurology)
- Honorary Clinical Teaching Fellow
Jonathan completed his medical training at the University of Oxford in 2017, before pursuing a clerkship in Neurology at Harvard Medical School and an attachment in Neurosurgery at the University of California San Francisco.
After graduating, Jonathan performed research alongside his clinical training as an Honorary Research Fellow in NDCN, publishing in the fields of neurology, neurosurgery, neuropsychology, and histopathology. He served as Research Lead on the national committee of the Neurology and Neurosurgery Special Interest Group, and has presented his research to the British Neuroscience Association, the Federation of European Neuroscience Societies, and the World Federation of Neurology.
In 2021, he gained an NIHR Academic Clinical Fellowship to combine specialty training in neurology with neuroscience research in Oxford. In 2023, he was awarded an MRC Clinical Research Training Fellowship to pursue a DPhil in Clinical Neurosciences. His research supervisors are Professor Gabriele De Luca and Professor Edward de Haan, and he is mentored by Professor Margaret Esiri.
My PhD research addresses the long-term effects of traumatic brain injuries.
A traumatic brain injury is a head injury which results in symptoms of brain dysfunction. One in two people will experience a traumatic brain injury in their lifetime.
Suffering a traumatic brain injury significantly increases the risk of developing common neurological conditions in later life, including dementia, stroke, and epilepsy, as well as common psychiatric disorders such as depression. More research is needed to understand why this is the case and what can be done to reduce these risks.
Recent studies have revealed important insights into the long term effects of certain types of brain injuries, especially concussion. However, we still know very little about other types of brain injuries, including the most severe cases which involve direct damage to the brain caused by injuries that penetrate the skull.
To address this, I am studying a uniquely detailed collection of information gathered over the lifetime of several thousand veterans who survived for decades after penetrating brain injuries. I am working to answer the following questions:
1. What are the long-term effects of penetrating brain injuries on physical health, mental health, and life expectancy?
2. What can we learn about the processes which cause dementia from the study of brain tissue donated by survivors of penetrating brain injuries?
3. What are the specific problems faced by people living with damage to particular regions of the brain after penetrating brain injuries?
By answering these questions I hope to contribute towards improving the lives of people affected by traumatic brain injuries and our understanding of how the brain works.
Recent publications
Alzheimer's disease-related pathology decades after penetrating traumatic brain injury
Journal article
Attwood J. et al, (2023), Journal of the Neurological Sciences, 455, 121360 - 121360
Clinical diagnosis of LGI1 antibody encephalitis in an 83-year-old woman
Journal article
Attwood JE. et al, (2021), BMJ Case Reports, 14, e237398 - e237398
Mixed Olfactory Neuroblastoma and Adenocarcinoma with In Situ Neuroendocrine Hyperplasia
Journal article
Attwood JE. et al, (2020), Head and Neck Pathology, 14, 792 - 798
London Trauma Conference 2019
Conference paper
(2020), Scandinavian Journal of Trauma, Resuscitation and Emergency Medicine, 28
Evaluation of nationwide referral pathways, investigation and treatment of suspected cauda equina syndrome in the United Kingdom
Journal article
Fountain DM. et al, (2019), British Journal of Neurosurgery, 33, 624 - 634
Jonathan has taught regularly at Oxford Medical School for more than five years. He is an Honorary Clinical Teaching Fellow in NDCN, a Medical Tutor at Harris Manchester College, and an Associate Fellow of the Higher Education Academy.
His teaching experience ranges from anatomy demonstration to resuscitation training, and he has co-supervised a number of successful student research and education projects. He now provides regular clinical tutorials, seminars, and lectures in clinical neuroscience. In 2022, he was recognised by the Medical Sciences Division as Tutor of the Term.
I am leading a project to address the unmet need for medical student training in the recognition and management of concussion. This initiative is part of a broader mission to raise awareness about concussion and provide training which equips healthcare professionals to practice with competence and confidence at the increasingly important interface between neurology and sport.
As a student I played hockey for the University of Oxford and cricket for Oxford Medical School. As a doctor I still enjoy playing tennis and run regularly. I have cycled from London to Paris and competed in the Oxford Half Marathon, Blenheim Triathlon, and Paris Marathon.
Exploring the relationship between art and the brain is how I first became interested in neuroscience. I have conducted scientific experiments and public engagement events in museums of art and history, and I now contribute to teaching in medical humanities on the subject of 'innovation'. For more information please see the Art and Neuroscience Project.


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RIDGEWOOD, N.Y. — U.S. Marshals have seized food products from a V.I.P. Foods warehouse that manufactures and distributes kosher food products here, after the Food and Drug Administration found widespread rodent infestation in the facility.
During an inspection in late February, FDA investigators found several violations of the Federal Food, Drug and Cosmetic Act including live rodents, a dead desiccated rodent, and rodent tracks, gnaw holes and rodent droppings in and near food products. The FDA obtained a warrant and seized the food on Friday.
"V.I.P. Foods housed various dried mixes and bases, such as chicken soup base, blueberry muffin mix and bread crumbs; and the conditions inside this warehouse were just deplorable," said Melinda Plaisier, the FDA's acting associate commissioner for regulatory affairs, in a statement.
Some of V.I.P. Foods products are distributed under the name VIP Foods Inc., VIP or KoJel, but V.I.P. Foods distributes other products under private label. To date no illnesses have been associated with its products.
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When it comes to men's fashion, finding the perfect balance between style and comfort is key. Off-white men's trousers have emerged as a versatile and fashionable choice, offering a sophisticated and contemporary look for various occasions. Whether you're dressing up for a formal event or aiming for a relaxed yet stylish everyday ensemble, these 8 off-white men's trousers are must-haves in your wardrobe.
1. Classic Chinos
Chinos are a timeless staple in every man's wardrobe, and off-white chinos add a refreshing twist to this traditional favorite. Perfect for both casual and semi-formal occasions, off-white chinos can be paired with a crisp white shirt and brown loafers for a smart-casual look.
2. Tailored Dress Trousers
For a more refined appearance, opt for tailored off-white dress trousers. These trousers exude elegance and sophistication, making them an excellent choice for weddings, formal parties, or business meetings. Pair them with a navy blazer and a patterned tie for a polished ensemble.
3. Casual Cargo Pants
Off-white cargo pants offer a blend of style and functionality. These versatile trousers can be dressed up with a button-down shirt and desert boots, or dressed down with a graphic tee and sneakers for a relaxed street-style look.
4. Linen Trousers
Linen trousers in off-white are a perfect choice for warmer weather. Their breathable and lightweight fabric ensures comfort, while the off-white hue adds a touch of sophistication to your summer outfits. Pair them with a light pastel-colored shirt and espadrilles for a laid-back yet stylish appeal.
5. Tapered Joggers
Off-white tapered joggers combine comfort and style effortlessly. Whether you're hitting the gym or running errands, these trousers provide a relaxed yet fashion-forward look. Pair them with a black hoodie and white sneakers for an athleisure-inspired outfit.
6. Cropped Trousers
Cropped off-white trousers have gained popularity for their modern and edgy vibe. Ideal for showcasing your favorite sneakers, these trousers can be paired with a graphic tee and a denim jacket for a trendy street-style appearance.
7. Wide-Leg Trousers
Embrace the fashion-forward trend of wide-leg trousers in off-white. These trousers offer a unique silhouette that adds drama and flair to your outfit. Pair them with a tucked-in black turtleneck and Chelsea boots for a bold and sophisticated look.
8. Workwear-Inspired Trousers
Off-white workwear-inspired trousers bring a touch of rugged charm to your wardrobe. With their sturdy fabric and utility-inspired details, these trousers can be paired with a plaid shirt and rugged boots for a stylish outdoorsy look.
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Social media in general is one of the necessary pillars needed to create strong internet marketing businesses should be utilizing. It's hard to believe that Facebook once had humble beginnings as a platform that served one singular college campus. Today, Facebook is home to billions of users who use the platform for messaging, news, and even trading through their own platform. Strangely enough, Facebook has turned into its own business entity creating a foundation for a rich trading network..


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Driver medicals carried out by GMC-registered doctors in Bromford
Drivers, naturally spend a lot of time on the road. Therefore, this means you and your employer have a responsibility to ensure that you remain fit enough to drive.
In order to obtain the appropriate category on your licence, you'll need to undergo a HGV Medical. After which, repeat check-ups will be required when you get to 45, and every 5 years after that until the age of 65. From 65 onwards, you'll be required to have your medical conducted annually.
At Simply Medicals we provide convenient, competent and cost-efficient driver medicals. You'll find our service to be more affordable than having to see your doctor and optician respectively, plus we'll have it all wrapped up for you in no time. Most of our drivers are seen within the week, and we have over 14 locations around the West Midlands, to suit your needs.
You can book your HGV Medical near Bromford.
We provide the D4 Medical forms and the D2 Forms.
The eye test is included and we provide a free re-test.
What does the HGV Medical involve?
You'll undergo an eyesight test, using a Snellen chart to determine your visual acuity. We'll also check your blood pressure, and discuss your medical history and any medications you may currently be on, as these may impact your ability to drive safely.
What do I need to bring to my D4 lorry driver's medical?
- Your D4 medical form (We have spare if needed)
- Photo ID (Drivers Licence/passport)
- The glasses or contact lenses you use when driving
- Your current eyesight prescription (If glasses are worn for driving)
- Details about any medication you are taking
- Information on any ongoing medical conditions you may have
Why Choose Simply Medicals for your HGV Medical in Bromford ?
When it comes to HGV Medicals, there is no better provider than Simply Medicals. Based in Bromford, West Midlands, we are a team of experienced and qualified professionals who specialize in providing fast, efficient, and affordable HGV medical services.
At Simply Medicals, our team is registered with the General Medical Council (GMC), which means that we are a reputable provider of medical services in the UK. Our GMC registration attests to our commitment to providing high-quality healthcare services to our clients and upholding the standards of the medical profession.
One of the factors that make Simply Medicals the best provider of HGV medicals is our convenient location in Bromford. This central location makes it easy for drivers to access our services without having to travel long distances.
In addition to our convenient location, we pride ourselves on offering same-day appointments to our clients. This means that our clients can get their medical check-ups done quickly and efficiently, without having to wait for days or weeks to be seen.
We also offer affordable pricing for our HGV medicals, which makes our services accessible to a wide range of clients. Despite our competitive pricing, we do not compromise on the quality of our services.
Lastly, we have a top-rated five-star review on Google from our satisfied clients, which attests to the high level of service we provide. From our professional and informative staff to our comfortable and clean facilities, we strive to make our clients' medical check-ups a seamless and stress-free experience.
In conclusion, if you are in need of an HGV medical, Simply Medicals is the provider to trust. With our GMC registration, central location, same-day appointments, affordable pricing, and five-star reviews, you can be sure that you are in good hands with us.
About Bromford
Bromford is an area located in the West Midlands of England. The area is situated in Sandwell, which is a borough in the West Midlands. Bromford has a rich history and it has been inhabited for centuries. The area was a key site during the industrial revolution in England and it has been central to various industries such as coal mining and steel production. The area is well-known for its vibrant community and its diverse cultural heritage.
Bromford is home to several amenities such as schools, shops, and health centers. The area is well-serviced by public transport and it can be accessed by road, rail, and bus. The area is also home to several parks and recreational facilities, which makes it an ideal location for families and individuals who enjoy outdoor activities.
Bromford has experienced significant regeneration in recent years, and this has transformed the area into a modern and vibrant community. The area has been developed to include modern housing developments, retail centers, and improved infrastructure. The regeneration of Bromford has attracted new businesses and investors to the area, which has created new job opportunities and boosted the local economy.
In conclusion, Bromford is a great place to live, work, and visit. It offers a rich history, a vibrant community, modern amenities, and excellent transport links. The regeneration of the area has transformed it into a modern and thriving community, and this has attracted a diverse range of people to the area.
Most frequent questions and answers
What if I get a medical condition after my medical?
Any new medical issues are best discussed with your GP first. If they feel it is notifiable then you must notify the DVLA. Do not wait for your next medical to declare conditions.
What does a HGV Medical involve?
The doctor will conduct an eye test. Then they will check your weight, height, blood pressure and listen to your heart. They will then take a detailed history of your current and past medical issues. The doctor will inform you if there are any issues.
It is possible to fail. Simply Medicals provides a free re-test if there are any issues with your medical. So you can sort them out with your GP and get a re-test and pass. There are some conditions that are barred for HGV driving. The doctor will inform you if this is the case for your medical condition.
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Craig Gillion – "Very professional. Made you feel relaxed. Would highly recommend" – 5 Stars – 10/11/2022 – D4 Medical
Matthew Magnante – "Really friendly guy. Had a chat and joke put you at ease. Would really recommend this service" 5 Stars – 06/11/2022 – Lorry Driver Medical
Darren Jeavons – "Very professional and polite" – 5 Stars – 4/11/2022 – Class 1 Medical
Where can I get my HGV Medical?
At Simply Medicals, we offer medicals at several locations across the West Midlands.
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U.S. TV networks rebuked for coupling with Republicans to spread anti-China lies: media
WASHINGTON, Aug. 6 (Xinhua) -- Fox News has been bending the truth on COVID-19 origins and other global concerns to push its conservative political view of the world, even though it claims to be "fair and balanced," Anthony Moretti, a U.S. scholar in communication, said in a recent opinion story on China Global Television Network.
Fox News is "at the top" of an array of U.S. news networks that U.S. Representative Michael McCaul and many likeminded politicians know any criticism of China about COVID-19 will lead to their "intensive and favorable coverage," said Moretti, an associate professor at Robert Morris University, on Wednesday.
His remarks came after Fox morning show "America's Newsroom" on Monday hosted an interview with McCaul, the top Republican on the House Foreign Affairs Committee, to back his groundless claim that China covered up COVID-19 origins throughout 2019. Later during the day, Representative Niocle Malliotakis appeared on "The Story," a Fox prime-time show, questioning her Democratic colleagues for showing "little interest" to probe the Wuhan lab.
Moretti debunked that the news organization while "working hand in glove with a China-bashing politician" cannot taint the clear evidence that the lab leak idea lacks any credibility.
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Wednesday, May 09, 2007
FlatCon game convention returns to Bloomington for its eighth year, joined by Gamers for a Cure
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[May 09, 2007] BLOOMINGTON -- FlatCon is a gaming extravaganza hosted at the Interstate Center in Bloomington. This year's event will be Oct. 5-7. Role-playing, live action, miniature, board and card games, as well as sanctioned tournaments and demos from a wide variety of genres will be represented. Vendors carry products ranging from aime movies to all sorts of board and card games, as well as gifts and comics. This will be the eighth annual FlatCon convention in Bloomington, with last year's convention attracting 400 gamers from across the state.
Joining FlatCon this year is Gamers for a Cure, a group raising funds to help fight cancer. Gamers for a Cure will be sponsoring a number of activities, including game demos, a raffle and a build-your-own-sword workshop. All proceeds raised from the activities will go to the American Cancer Society's Relay for Life.
The members of Gamers for a Cure have all been affected by cancer, having watched grandparents, parents, siblings and spouses battle -- and sometimes die -- from the disease. One member, John Beemsterboer, helped his wife fight breast cancer after she was diagnosed with the disease while pregnant with their daughter, now 4. "Cancer is a devastating disease for any family to face. I want to do whatever I can to prevent others from going through what we went through," said Beemsterboer. "This is also an opportunity to support two great loves of my life: my wife and gaming."
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Players can look forward to participating in one of Flatcon's "Over the Top Games" which have become a signature of the convention. These games involve elaborate scenery and game pieces, hands-on participation by players and custom rule-sets. Players can play with large World War II battleship models in the mega-scale battleship Showdown. If you liked the movie "Starship Troopers," come play either side. You will be in action above, on and below the playing surface. "Star Wars" fans, here's your chance to re-fight the space battle above Endor. Play as either the Rebellion or Empire as you try to defeat the enemy forces on, above or inside the huge 7-foot Death Star model.
FlatCon also has a large area reserved for electronic entertainment such as computer and LAN gaming and console video games, including Dance Dance Revolution and Guitar Hero. There is a dedicated video programming area, showing movies, television shows and anime throughout the weekend.
In addition, the Role-Playing Games Association will be returning with their sanctioned role-playing events. Members are welcome, and new players can register to be a member for free on-site.
Registration for FlatCon 2007 opens on May 15. Information is available at www.flatcon.com. The deadline for preregistration is Sept. 16. Businesses or organizations wishing to advertise in the program book may contact Leslie Pratt at 309-661-2741 or firstname.lastname@example.com.
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Glass Animals Sheffield: support act, setlist and where can I park for Sheffield O2 Academy
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The shows were originally announced last summer, and were set to take place in May 2021.
However, due to UK coronavirus restrictions at the time, the band pushed the tour dates back until November.
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The band will have played Glasgow, Birmingham, Manchester, Nottingham, Leeds, Bristol and London before stopping off in Sheffield.
Who is the Glass Animals support act?
The support act is Biig Piig, the musical moniker of 23-year-old Jessica Smyth, an Irish singer and rapper, based in West London.
When do doors open for Glass Animals?
Doors are open from 7.00pm, so arrive anytime to grab a pint from the bar and secure your spot for the show.
What is the Glass Animals setlist?
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According to Setlist.fm, the band opened their Portsmouth show on November 14 with 'Life Itself'.
This was followed by 'I Don't Wanna Talk (I Just Wanna Dance)', 'Tangerine', 'Black Mambo', 'Hot Sugar', 'The Other Side of Paradise', 'Space Ghost Coast to Coast', 'Waterfalls Coming Out Your Mouth', 'Your Love (Déjà Vu)', 'Take A Slice', 'Gooey', 'Youth', before the band closed with 'Pork Soda'.
For the encore, the band played 'Toyko Drifting' and 'Heat Waves'.
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What else can fans expect from the Glass Animals show?
The band has been giving out disposable cameras at dates on the tour and encouraging fans to take snaps of each other.
The band said: "Use em at will. take pictures of anything u like…friends, ur outfit, ur boyfriend's nipple whatever. and give it back to the merch stall end of show! all pics will be posted on @dreamlandintheuk if suitable for human eyes. X"
So as well as lots of great music, it looks like fans can expect to get their own memories of the night commemorated on the band's official channels.
Where to park for Sheffield O2 Academy?
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Who are Glass Animals?
Glass Animals are an indie rock band from Oxford.
The band is composed of childhood friends Dave Bayley, Drew MacFarlane, Edmund Irwin-Singer, and Joe Seaward.
The group released their debut EP 'Leaflings' in 2012, while still at university, before releasing their self-titled EP in 2013.
After catching the attention of producer Paul Epworth (Adele, Coldplay, Paul McCartney, and Bruno Mars), Epworth signed the band to his label Wolf Tone and the band released their debut album 'Zaba'.
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Alpine Plus Chalet Catering for 2023/24
Catering for 2024/25 (all chalets)
We set very high standards in our Alpine Plus chalets and hotels, and the food and drink is no exception. You can expect the very best from our highly-trained Alpine Plus hotel chefs and chalet hosts, because we know that eating and drinking well are essential parts of any ski holiday.
We're true foodies at heart, so you can expect the very best in chalet catering for your stay. If you've ever stayed with us before you'll know that all our talented hosts pride themselves on their top-notch food and service, and we love to get praise from happy, well-fed guests at the end of each week.
We take it up a notch with the food in our Alpine Plus properties, so take a look at what you get to enjoy...
We no longer classify our chalets with a 'Premium Plus' label. All our chalets are rated 3 to 5 diamonds which is a unique Alpine rating; and now operate the same level of service.
In Alpine Plus Chalet you'll enjoy...
- Bubbly reception and canapés on arrival evening
- Hot tubs and sauna for soothing those limbs
- Hearty continental breakfast each day (7 days) with cooked breakfast (3 days)
- Afternoon tea or coffee with freshly-baked cakes or biscuits (6 days)
- Five-course Signature menus (6 nights)
- Pre-dinner drinks & canapés (as a 1st course) for 6 nights
- After-dinner coffee, chocolates & port (as a 5th course) for 6 nights
- Specially chosen house wines from our sommelier with dinner (chalets)
- Chunky bathrobes and welcome toiletries
- Our Service with highly trained hosts & hotel chefs
- Celebration menus on Christmas Day and New Year's Eve
Making Your Life Easier
- We'll meet you at the airport for your complimentary transfer
- Specially trained hosts to take care of you in resort
- The cheapest ski & board hire using our ski shop aggregator
- Lift passes ordered with us delivered straight to your chalet for arrival
- Our 'On the Snow' service helps you in resort with lessons & passes ordered through us


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Are Cleco Fasteners Reusable? An Overview of Cleco Fasteners and Their Reusability.
If you're in the aerospace, aircraft, or construction industry, you've probably heard of Cleco fasteners. These handy tools are used to clamp sheets of metal together for drilling and riveting. One question that often comes up is whether Cleco fasteners are reusable. In this article, we will discuss what Cleco fasteners are, how they work, and if they can be used over and over again.
What Are Cleco Fasteners?
Cleco fasteners are temporary fasteners used for clamping two or more sheets of metal together during drilling or riveting. They are essentially spring-loaded clamps that hold the metal sheets securely in place. Cleco fasteners are available in various sizes and are generally made of steel or aluminum.
How Do Cleco Fasteners Work?
Cleco fasteners work by clamping the sheets of metal together with a spring-loaded mechanism. The Cleco fastener is inserted into pre-drilled holes along the joint line of the metal sheets. Then the spring-loaded mechanism is activated to clamp the sheets together. When the drilling or riveting is complete, the Cleco fasteners can be removed.
Are Cleco Fasteners Reusable?
The good news is that Cleco fasteners are reusable! They are designed to withstand repeated use, making them a cost-effective option. However, like any tool, Cleco fasteners do have a lifespan. Over time, the spring may begin to weaken, causing the fastener to lose its clamping force. This is when the fastener will need to be replaced.
How Can Cleco Fasteners Be Reused?
To reuse a Cleco fastener, you must first remove it from the metal sheets. Then, inspect the fastener for any signs of wear or damage, such as a weakened spring or bent shaft. If the fastener is in good condition, it can be used again. If it is damaged or worn out, it will need to be replaced.
Tips for Maintaining and Extending the Lifespan of Cleco Fasteners
To ensure maximum lifespan of Cleco fasteners, proper care and maintenance are essential. Here are a few tips to help you extend the lifespan of your Cleco fasteners:
1. Store your Cleco fasteners in a dry area to prevent rust and corrosion
2. Clean your Cleco fasteners after each use to remove debris and prevent buildup
3. Use the right size Cleco fastener for the job to prevent unnecessary wear and tear
4. Replace worn or damaged Cleco fasteners as needed to ensure maximum clamping force
In conclusion, Cleco fasteners are a must-have tool for anyone involved in metalworking. They are reusable and designed to withstand repeated use, making them a cost-effective option. With proper care and maintenance, you can extend the lifespan of your Cleco fasteners and keep them in good condition for many uses to come.


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Head Hunters Rebranding
Headhunters has a new name and a new way it functions. Learn all about it hot off the press!
Most people in KSI are familiar with Head Hunters, our competitive league. Teams from all the divisions face off against each other in a single game for a season to see who will reign supreme. Awesome, right? Yes and no.
Head Hunters has its ups and downs, as with anything. There were issues with the stats and the rules and regulations, but the biggest issues seem to stem from a lack of balanced teams. Some Divisions were far more competitive and had a larger pool of players to draw from than others. This left some teams with that "why bother" feeling when pitted against the more competitive Divisions. In a move to make it more member oriented, they are smoothing out some of the kinks in Head Hunters and rebranding it.
The Changes
Head Hunters will now be known as the KSI Competitive League (KCL). Most notably it will no longer be a Division based League. The plan, as outlined here, involves a draft or bidding system. Eight team captains will be picked. All players, including the captains, will be given an opportunity to show off their abilities and then be assigned a value based on performance. Each captain will have the same number of credits to "spend" in the newly created bidding system. Their own personal values will be subtracted from their total credits. This should lead to more balanced teams. In the interest of keeping them that way, trades will be possible, but only as long as the players being traded are ranked similarly.
Why Is This a Good Thing?
It will be difficult for any single team to be over powered. Some teams may play better together than others, but no single team should, in theory, be able to demolish all of the competition easily. It will allow for more strategy and less total domination. The matches will be more fun to both participate in and to watch on the KSILive Twitch channel and no single team should feel discouraged.
What do the Players think?
A few former head hunter competitors were badgered for their thoughts on the proposed changes. The response was fairly unanimous: it sounds really good, but the only way to know if it is an improvement is to try it out. The skills based draft system really seemed to peak their interests though.
One head hunter picked up on the stats issue. Different game types have different stats. To keep them consistent you end up needing 12 different screen shots in order to get it all. That is a lot for the Tournaments & Events staff to be able to do quickly and keep track of. It will be interesting to see how the statistics get handled and are improved going forward.
In the comments on the forums post the issue of wanting to be able to play with your friends came up. Tournaments & Events have considered this. The drafting system will make this diffcult to guarantee. However, there is mention of there being a place for requests like that on the sign up form.
Have Your Say
Is this perfect? Possibly not yet, but KSI Gambit 7 has invited you to leave comments and suggestions as they finalize the rules and regulations. Stop by the forums post and share your thoughts, or ask questions.
It will be exciting to see what these changes bring. Hopefully fierce competition and a fun season ahead to watch on our twitch stream.


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Hacked hotel accounts on Booking.com
Attackers are hijacking hotel accounts on Booking.com, and stealing their clients' banking data through its internal messaging system.
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Attackers are hijacking hotel accounts on Booking.com, and stealing their clients' banking data through its internal messaging system.
How unfortunate investors in commodities, cryptocurrency, and other assets get scammed in apps found in official stores.
During the pre-holiday period, attackers are sending invoices to companies for the delivery of non-existent documents.
How Kaspersky products provide multi-layered financial protection, and what threats it can protect you from.
Fraudsters are buying blue checkmarks to impersonate well-known brands on X (ex-Twitter) and scam users.
You've interacted with scammers or visited a phishing site. What steps should you take to avoid being hacked?
We've found several scam investment-apps in the App Store that dupe users out of personal information.
Audio deepfakes that can mimic anyone's voice are already being used for multi-million dollar scams. How are deepfakes made and can you protect yourself from falling victim?
We explain how the advanced malware DoubleFinger downloads GreetingGhoul, a stealer that preys on cryptocurrency wallets.
How to reliably protect your cryptocurrency given the numerous fraud schemes and lack of protection through government regulation.
How scammers force website owners to add potentially dangerous links by threatening harsh consequences for copyright infringement.
Scammers are using social engineering to shake down newly onboarded employees.
We investigate why chip cards are no panacea, and what precautions should be taken when making a payment.
Food delivery services' databases may not contain payment information, but leaks can still cause major problems.
Cybercriminals are distributing a Trojan stealer under the guise of a ChatGPT desktop client for Windows. We delve into the details and ways to protect yourself.
Received an attractive job offer from a stranger? Be careful! It could be a scam…
How to know if you're facing a scam: we identify all the red flags in a recent scam that deployed a fake cryptocurrency exchange
We review a major cryptocurrency theft using spyware inside a PDF.
How scammers swindle users out of cryptocurrency through a fake Nvidia giveaway supposedly worth 50,000 BTC.
How cybercriminals extract bank card details pretending to be DHL.


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For useful cultivating, ranchers need a great work vehicle model that performs fantastically. Also, it is challenging for ranchers to pick a work vehicle as indicated by their homestead needs. However, did you had at least some idea how agribusiness farm vehicles work? Which kind of parts are utilized in farm vehicles? Furthermore, more inquiries regarding their capacity. That is the reason we are here with you to give data about farm hauler's parts and parts.
The Indian market has various farm vehicle models accessible, for example, the Mahindra tractor price and so forth. They are generally simple to work because of their parts and parts, however what are they? Look at in the beneath segment.
Fundamental Components and Parts of Agriculture Tractors
A work vehicle is an all-over machine for ranchers that helps you for useful cultivating and makes your cultivating more open. Because of their parts and parts, farm trucks can finish responsibilities proficiently.
Farm truck Classifications
Each farm truck is characterized in various perspectives with their capacity too. Look at the order of the farm haulers in the segment underneath.
Crawler Tractor
These farm vehicles are known as chain type and track farm hauler type. An unending chain or a track can be place in the pneumatic wheels of such sorts of work vehicles.
Wheel Tractor
These work vehicles are ordinarily use as they are proficient and simple to utilize. They are 4 in pneumatic haggles chiefly separated into universally useful work Tractor, unique farm haulers, and column crop work vehicles.
Power Tiller or Walking Tractor
According to name recommends, they are strolling work vehicles fitted with just two wheels. They are additionally alluding as Power Tillers. Ranchers can deliberately play out their tasks.
The following, we should see the pieces of farm trucks and their parts. What's more, a portion of their highlights are use to work farm vehicle capacities.
Primary Farm Tractor Components
Following are the significant parts and elements of agribusiness work vehicles:-
A fundamental piece of the farm truck is the gas powered motor. A burning chamber is an oxidizer, and fuel is get in a bound space. A farm hauler is furnished with a machine set over the work vehicle, and its units come in torque from 20 – 120 HP. It assists with working a farm truck by fueling it.
The grasp is a fundamental part that aides in drive work. It interfaces or disengage the farm vehicle motor from the drive haggles gears. Grasp frameworks communicate the power as contact between driven individuals and driving individuals. A grasp is discrete into 3 principle types: liquid coupling, Friction grip, and Dog grasp.
Benefits of a superb grasp
- A superb grasp can deal with each circumstance out and about and load without hauling.
- Also, a grip can send greatest power with practically no slippage.
- Be that as it may, high obstruction heat can influence contact.
These days, most farm haulers are connected with a liquid grip; a grating grasp is better for 4 wheel work vehicles, and a power turner's canine grasp is incredible.
Transmission System
A transmission framework is use for the farm hauler's controlled speed in various variations on the back tire. Transmission has a large number to communicate the force delivered by the central player or the motor to the driving wheels. There are two kinds of transmission frameworks accessible which are:-
- Steady Mesh Type Transmission
- Particular Sliding Type
- Back tires
According to the name proposes, these wheels fitted at the posterior of the driver's seat. The wheels give an appropriate weight conveyance while the farm truck pulls any weight. Consequently, they are bigger in size than the front wheels.
Differential Unit
An exceptional plan of pinion wheels permits one of the back tires to turn more slow or quicker than the others. The farm truck's inward wheels have voyaged less while the work vehicle turns on a bended way. The differential unit contains:-
Crown wheel
- Half shaft and
- Differential packaging
- Differential Pinion
- Angle gear
- Guiding Mechanism
The farm vehicle's controlling framework controls the precise development of the front wheels when the administrator turns. The strategy for the controlling system comprises of different parts, for example, a guiding shaft, directing wheel, directing stuff, drag interface, head honcho, and so on.
Water powered Control And Hitch System
Farm trucks are fitted with a water power framework to work a three-point linkage framework while connecting carries out. Water driven frameworks are effective to raise, control, hold, and deal with the mounted or semi-mounted instruments for useful ranch activities.
Brakes are a fundamental piece of a farm vehicle use to pause and dial back the farm truck's movement. This framework is worked by the 2 free pedals and is fitted at the driving pivot. Two various types of brakes are accessible in a farm truck that capacities in an unexpected way. They are mechanical and water powered brakes. These proficient brakes shield the
administrator and farm vehicle from slippage and hurtful mishaps.
These are fundamental pieces of farm haulers use contrastingly and assume an essential part in the working of farm vehicles. We trust this blog will direct you to comprehend your farm hauler working framework. For all the more such educational web journals, remain tuned with us.