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Give it away for free.
I'm fine with this free figure solution.
Whether it's a new figure (unlikely) or a duplicate of a figure that I already have, hey free is free. If you don't want it, sell it. Even if you only make $5 off of it, it's all profit! Anyone who doesn't want the free figure that they receive could maybe help out a fellow fan who may have a gap in their collection, or maybe even put it in a Toys For Tots bin or something.
This would be the perfect opportunity to unload any customer service stock that they might have of past sub-exclusive figures, which I assume they must have at least some amount of. They don't want to sell it to fans in general because it would upset sub-holders, but to use them as an apology item for subscribers would be perfect. I don't think anyone would complain about an extra Shadow Weaver... there's a figure that would be easy to unload if you didn't want to keep it. I personally wouldn't even mind an extra Preternia He-Man.... I don't really care much for the figure, itself, but I wouldn't mind an extra Cosmic Key!
And/or maybe some of the figures they send will be some of the more highly demanded ones like the first version of Teela (it's unlikely, but not impossible).
But to be honest, regardless of whether the figure is one of the rarest/most sought after or one of the most common and/or least liked, at the end of the day, it's a free figure. Yeah, the screw up with Frosta's arms shouldn't have happened, but it did and it was relatively easy to fix (I already did with mine). I really see no reason to complain even if this is just an excuse to unload some old, lingering stock.
Somehow I doubt this will be the case, and here's why...
Based on both past screw ups and just the general limitations that Digital River seems to have compared to most other online retailers, I doubt that their system is intuitive enough to discriminate between the subscription of someone who kept the figure and the subscription of someone who sent the figure back. Things like returns and refunds are typically entered into the system processed manually. I doubt that their system is set up to "flag" and identify the subscription of someone who sent their figure back compared to someone who didn't (they can't even seem to combine separate orders placed on the same day into a single shipment).
So, most likely all subscribers are getting the free figure regardless. Personally I think it's a moot point anyway. I'm guessing that anyone who did send her back likely didn't get the shipping refunded (Matty/DR doesn't usually refund the shipping), and there probably aren't that many people who bothered sending her back anyway. I would think most wouldn't want the gap in their collection, regardless of the fore-arm issue. The few who possibly did might be those who didn't want her in the first place, but subscribed anyway just to guarantee the figures that they do want. Anyway the point is that the people who actually returned the figure are likely so few and far between that not very many people are going to get a free figure on top of having sent her back. And it wouldn't be worth DR's time to manually go through each and every sub just to make sure they don't send a figure to someone who returned Frosta.
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Well it won't be a 2012 club eternia figure obviously. COuld be a 30th... I bet it's CGM... that's why he sold out so fast, because every clube eternia member is getting one for free!!!! Well it could be a 30th figure or any past year. So I will be happy with just about anyone... extra body, and armor... another head + weapons for mix and match fun times... awesome!
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A free figure is a free figure...more fodder to the fire! I'm glad they're at least trying to make it up to us.
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Mattel do some daft things, but this isn't one of them. I was anticipating a sticker sheet, so this is a pleasant surprise. Even if it's an opportunity to shift a few Mo-Larrs, it really doesn't matter. It's free! Well done TG and Mattel.
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I've not read through the thread to get a general feel for people's opinions on this, but here's mine. (I'll go back and read through to see if I'm in the majority or minority. )
I think it's cool.
Granted this is where I'm coming from. I didn't feel like I needed an apology item whatsoever.
I am a customizer, so to switch the arms back was no big deal to me at all. I recognize people shouldn't have to do this with their figures, I get that... They shouldn't! But the fix was easy nonetheless.
So another free figure? No shipping charge? Awesome! I don't care if it's one I have already, I see it as an opportunity to gift it to someone, or use it in a "toys for tots" somewhere.
I think it's a great gesture from Mattel. Color me happy.
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They said 'basic' figure. So I think they excludes 30th, deluxe, and exclusives. I think it's going to be figures from the first few years. For Black Friday/Cyber Monday they got rid of a ton of old stock. TG said somewhere that any other figures they had from previous years weren't in enough quantities to sell during the sale. I bet they are lumping them all together and doling them out as gifts. I'm betting we'll see Zodac, Optikk, Scareglow, Randor 1, Goddess, Whiplash, Roboto...
I know there is no winning this argument, but I thought of a valid point. Sub holders, if they decided not to keep the Frosta because of the error, were then put in a place where they had to hassel with calling DR and returning the figure, no easy task, so there is that valid point. If you have ever had to call to arrange a return, or deal with DR at all, then you know the pain.
I could be wrong like I said before, but I'm pretty sure TG said before that people who got a refund would not be getting a gift. I have no need or desire to scroll through all of the posts to find it so we will just have to wait for a response from Scott.
However I highly doubt Mattel would be giving out refunds AND sending out a free gift...thats just throwing money away. If you think Mattel and DR don't have the tech to know who got a refund and who didn't you are flat out wrong regardless of if people who refunded get a gift or not.
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I think this is a great move on their part. It helps them get rid of unwanted stock, let's them give a freebie to customers that doesn't cost them anything extra (no newly tooled weapons, repaints, or whatnot), and it's WAY more exciting than a sticker sheet. If something shows up in the shipment that I don't want, I'm simply going to turn around and either sell it or trade it here on the boards. I'm pretty okay with this.
I am really confused here. While no one YET knows as to WHICH figure you are getting. You are getting a FREE $22.00 action figure for a muck up on Mattel fault????? I fail to see how this is not a win for the people who bought the Frosta figure. Yes, having a corrected figure would be great and dearly wanted by everyone who bought her. However, that will not happen. You are not getting a simple accessory or something that may not be of use, you are getting an already made figure. You can use it for custom fodder or trade bait to get something that you really wanted.
You may be getting a figure that was not made available during the BF and CM sale possibly something that is sought after by everyone (I cannot wait to find out that it's a hard to find figure).
Be patient folks see what you are getting rather than bringing out the pitchforks and torches.
My opinion it seems a bit unfair from folks to get your hate on here when Mattel, Matty and TG are trying to correct an error that was accidental and trying to say their sorry. I am really surprised as to how people are reacting to this news.
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I think it's great that Mattel is providing a free figure to those who qualify. I know I wouldn't complain if I got something for free.
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I seem to remember a 2002 release, which I still have, along with a 'gift set' Toys R Us version that came with 4 carded figures.
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It concerns itself with the inequity of access to computer technology and internet, the gap in knowledge that has developed with regards computer technology and the resulting disempowerment framing computer technology as sacred objects that should remain closed to the masses, rather than tools to be used and, ultimately, broken. The disempowerment was not always prevalent with regards computer technology. In the 60's through the early 80's, ownership of a computer equated to a working knowledge of the technology. To use a computer, the user faced the command line and a need to have memorized a catalogue of arcane commands with which to make the machine dance like a proverbial monkey. It was not friendly or easy, but it was open & transparent. The first commercially available Apple computer was a build it yourself kit, an irony considering Apple's evolution into one of the leading industry exemplars of the closed computer system. Times changed and the personal computer found itself in the formative years of becoming an industry distinct from the computer sciences. In the late 80's and through the turning century, knowledge of a computer's workings was no longer a requisite of ownership. The command line gave way to iteratively richer Graphical User Interfaces (GUI), and the tinkering that typified the early days of the computer industry was first made complicated by proprietary screws and was later legally discouraged in the Untied States of America & effectively throughout the developed world. Personal computing had become an industry, building obsolescence and dependence into its business model. Users are asked to trust the technologist's wares and go about the business of consuming technology, maintenance became the realm of the authorized service technicians, disempowering the user's capacity to maintain their consumer electronics and occasional prosecuting them for opening the beige box (IE. modifying the PS3 to run Linux, building Hackintosh systems etc). This is not to suggest that people are not building and repairing their own computers. Swap meets held around Australia every weekend and the growth of discount hardware retailers are proof contrary, places where enthusiasts gather parts to construct their computers. Enthusiast is the key word, not the wider community but a small human repository of the technical information. Building your own computer is not part of the mainstream. Repairing computer technology – as stated earlier – is the work of authorised service technicians. The construction of computer technology is painted as a complicated process, requiring a capacity for deep technical understanding and the qualification to call oneself a 'nerd'. Which is crap, 'and anyone who tells you differently is selling you something'. The repair and construction of computer technology are skills that should made available to everyone and the Creative Community Computing program addresses this gap with underserviced communities in Queensland. The Creative Community Computing program works with recycled computer hardware and Free & Open Source Software (FOSS). It teaches rebuilding and repairing the hardware, installing software and engaging creatively with the computer. When the workshop program concludes, participants take the computer home with the knowledge of how to keep them in working order. Past CCC workshops have been delivered in partnership with MDA, QPASTT, and the Edmund Rice Flexi Schools. We are looking forward to partnering with these groups again and reaching out to other communities for the 2013 series of workshops. As every particpant leaves with a functioning computer we tend to run out of systems pretty quickly so we'll be looking to source computers from outside SLQ. If you have or know of a dozen or so computers laying around idle, please let us know!
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In response to the little unexpected infestations that have occurred in the basement since starting my project, I have decided to produce a work that comments on the unanticipated discoveries that often occur when working with living organisms. Tentatively titled, A Cabinet for Unexpected Life, the work will most likely consist of a furniture installation incorporating documentation of the mould contamination that spread through the kombucha and into my plant cultures, as well as living cultures of pond life and fruit flies. In preparation for the development of this work, I have started to set up some actual fruit fly cultures. The initial fruit fly colony established itself in some minced beetroot I was using to produce plant paints. They were really thriving for a while, but I have decided to select a more established medium to maintain them. After trawling the web for ideas, I have made up two preliminary types of fly food based on recipes from The Bug Farm : Recipe #1: 2 x bananas, 2 x cup rolled oats, 1 cup water, 2tbsp vinegar (to reduce mould growth), 1 tbsp sugar and a pinch of yeast Recipe #2: 6 x tbsp instant mash, 1 tbsp vinegar, 1 tbsp sugar, 1 x pinch of yeast I will add more information about the success of each recipe. Let's hope the flies like their new food.
Our creative skills workshop program is one of the most popular offerings on our calendar. Starting in July we will be expanding this program to include some new specialist areas. This means that we need a new bunch of talented facilitators. If you are both talented and can facilitate, please, read on. This is how it will work. We have identified the creative areas that we would like to run short courses in over the next four months. These include gaming, design, DIY Technology, communications, video editing, sound, coding and web design (you can find the specific list here). For each of these areas we want an articulate, reliable, organised, but not boring facilitator who can teach a short course consisting of an intro, intermediate and an advanced level workshop. Hopefully that's not asking too much. Each short course will be run on Tuesday and Thursday afternoons and evenings and Saturday and Sunday afternoons. To apply as a facilitator you will need to be available during these times, as these days are not flexible (yes, we're going to be pretty strict about that). As a trade for your availability, articulation, reliability, organisation and general awesomeness we will give you: Paid development time to create the short course– including workshop plans and participant resources for intro, intermediate and advanced sessions. This development time will be paid at $45 per hour. $45 per hour for each hour you are facilitating. Over an average short course this will be approximately 19 hours. The opportunity to offer additional one-on-one hours to interested participants, also paid at $45 per hour, responsive to demand. Access to training and professional development opportunities. The chance to discuss other facilitation opportunities outside of our core workshop program. To apply To submit an application please email the following to email@example.com by 5pm , 19 April 2013. A completed check list specifying which areas you are qualified to facilitate a complete short course (intro through to advanced level) Your CV including a minimum of two referees Cover letter (maximum two pages) addressing the following: - Your technical proficiency in your areas of expertise - Your facilitation or community engagement experience - Links to your portfolio or projects where appropriate - Why are you a good fit for The Edge? An example of a 1 page workshop outline for an intro workshop in your area of expertise (please use this template) You are welcome to apply as a facilitator in more than one specialist area. However, please ensure that in your cover letter you demonstrate appropriate technical proficiency is for each area of expertise. Further information If you have any questions or would like further information please contact Daniele Constance email@example.com or 07 3842 9202.
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Well....we are finally getting somewhere with setting up a functional lab space in the basement at The Edge. Last week I cleaned all the surfaces and mopped the area to try and limit the further spread of a fungal infection that had permeated through the kombucha cultures. It was sad to watch the lovely thick mats of kombucha being discarded. That is unfortunately just the way it often is with biology and particularly microbiology - moist, warm and nutrient rich environments are highly favoured by fungus and bacteria. I am hoping that we can keep the contamination at bay as I start working with my micropropagation plant project. I almost have all the required materials and hope to start plant culture in earnest next week. We are just missing the Agar. Fingers crossed that it will arrive in the next few days. I have started working on cultivating sweet potatoes. They form plants and roots very easily. So far I have been able to generate numerous clones from a single potato, simply by removing stem sections with rooting buds. I am interested to see whether I can also induce root and shoot formation from very small plant sections. As part of this investigation, I am hoping to start documenting this cloning process as part of an evolving exhibition upstairs. I will start with a single potato stem and cultivate the maximum number of clones each week. I am interested to see how many clones I may be able to achieve in the last three months of my position. As my skills progress, I might even be able to cultivate thousands of individual plants from miniscule cuttings. Fun!
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Well...it is all starting to happen. I have started to organise the basement area to enable a better workflow for Kombucha growing and other bio-related activities. I've done most of the groundwork for setting up a plant micropropagation work area and hope to begin actively experimenting in the next few weeks. I will start my exploration of plant cell culture using African Violets. They seem to be a pretty standard "getting started in plant culture" option and Jane's African Violets online store has some really beautiful varieties available including double-flower and variegated varieties. They are sold by leaf for micropropagation and can be shipped to most Australian states excl. WA and Tas. I am particularly impressed by the amazing names: Blue Dragon, Galactic Star, Ghost Dance and Rainbow's Quiet Riot - brilliant! Along with organising a space to start experimenting, I have also began actively mapping out the plant/bacteria growth pod. I was originally planning to build the whole thing from scratch to learn more about electronics and wiring, but it is actually much, much cheaper to buy pre-built components and cobble them together. Most of the equipment can be bought online from Ebay at a fraction of the cost of electronics stores. The main trick will be designing the housing and keeping the elements flexible to enable a variety of specimens for sampling. We will be buying in the main components this week, which means that I can get started on the actual pod pretty soon. At this point, I anticipate that the prototype will be pretty simple (and ugly), but once the specifications have been worked out it will be easier to fit them into a custom and more visually appealing structure. Along with these elements I am also hoping to explore aeroponics. This method is similar to hydroponics, and involves the growth of plants without soil in a moisture rich environment. I am going to trial aeroponics with bonsai trees and a basic water misting/fog device from Ebay. It should (cross fingers) work in terms of sustaining the bonsai, but I also think it would look pretty spectacular!
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We've been fielding a lot of questions of late about the best way to book a workshop at The Edge. We've made some changes from last year, so here's our little how to guide for 2013. On the second Tuesday of each month the program for the coming two months will be available for viewing on our calendar, What's On blog and EventBrite booking portal. Priority bookings will be emailed to waitlists at this point, but general bookings won't open until 10am on the third Tuesday. This will give you a week to plan what you would like to attend and set a diary reminder for bookings. You will be able to book one month in advance for intro workshops (ie. book on third Tuesday of February for March intro workshops) and two months in advance for intermediate and advanced workshops (ie. book on third Tuesday in February for March and April intermediate and advanced workshops). Our newsletter, which rounds up all the dates for the coming month, will be mailed out on the third Tuesday of each month. While we make every effort to get it to you in time for when bookings open, we can't guarantee when it will land in your inbox. We have had reports of up to 6 hours delay from send to receipt, so please also be proactive about checking our calendar on the morning that bookings open. Waitlists and priority booking Once a workshop is booked out we activate a waitlist. We offer waitlists for all workshops that are scheduled to run again. Waitlists serve two purposes; they are the first people we contact to fill places made available by cancellations and those on the waitlist are also offered priority booking next time the workshop runs. Priority booking can be a tricky business. We don't want a workshop full before bookings open to the public, so for our free, intro workshops we cap the number of people able to be listed on the waitlist. For example, in a workshop that can accommodate 10 participants we cap the waitlist at 5, leaving a minimum of 5 places available when bookings open. This may mean that by the time you go to book the workshop the waitlist is full (which means the option won't even be available on the booking page). In this instance you will need to keep an eye on our calendar for when the workshop is scheduled to run again and make sure you are quick off the mark to book in when bookings open. Waitlists for our intermediate and advanced workshops are not capped. These waitlists are still used to fill cancellations and offer priority bookings, but we will also schedule additional workshops if the waitlist is lengthy. Group bookings If you have a group of people in your organisation who are interested in attending one (or several) of our workshops, please let us know. We can arrange a custom delivery of the workshop for up to 10 participants at a time that suits you, rather than trying to fit you all into an existing scheduled session. This also means that we can tailor a session combining a mix of intro, intermediate and advanced workshops. Demand for workshops In January 2013 we opened our Fast-Tracked February program, offering over 30 workshops in the space of 28 days. The intention was to give you the chance to catch up on some of our more popular workshops. When bookings opened we had over 3500 hits to the booking pages for our intro workshops alone. There were 190 places available in these workshops. There is a huge demand for our free, intro workshops. We believe it is important for us to continue to offer these sessions free to the public, but this does mean they are delivered at a cost to us. As with any organisation, we have a set amount of resources to deliver our programs and we are currently offering as many workshops as we are able. There are plans afoot to increase our capacity to offer free workshops, but as with any grand plans these things take time. Attending workshops If you are able to book a place in a workshop please remember to come. You have received a place that dozens (sometimes hundreds) of people tried to book. Please so show respect for them and let us know as soon as possible if you are unable to make it so we can allocate your place to someone on the waitlist. If you have not arrived in time for the commencement of a free, intro workshop your place may be given to someone who is onsite and ready to attend. You can email us or give us a call on 07 3842 9400 if you are going to be late. Places in paid workshops will not be reallocated. We welcome your feedback, comments and suggestions and hope you enjoy our workshop program in 2013.
I spoke to Mick and Danielle last week and they were both pretty excited about the prospect of a usable laboratory to enable a variety of workshops or meet-ups for people interested in working across art, science and technology. After searching the web and comparing material costs from a variety of biotech supply companies, I have finally compiled list of basic supplies and equipment and have more of an idea of the costs associated with setting up a basic wet lab at The Edge. We already have a microscope and camera thanks to BioScience Catalyst Cameron Wilson, so that at least reduces some of the set-up cost. So far the list includes: Fridge/freezer Microwave Pressure cooker (sterilisation) Blender DIY laminar flow hood for sterile work DIY incubator Cetrifuge Dissection tools - scalpel, forceps, scissors Beakers (1000mL, 500mL, 250mL) Erlenmeyer flasks (1000mL, 500mL) PPE (gloves, lab coats, glasses) Spray bottles Petri dishes Slides and coverslips Centrifuge tubes (1mL, 15mL and 50mL) Culture vessels Transfer pipettes Test tubes and racks Measure spoons Balance Ethanol Sodium hypochloride Vinegar Agar Distilled water Labels Autoclave tape Cling wrap Aluminum foil With the addition of project specific chemicals and specimens this basic lab could enable a range of low-risk engagements for users including: Micropropagation (plant cell culture) DNA and chlorophyll extraction Isolation of mitochondria and chloroplasts Specimen preparation, staining and microscopy Microbiology (microbial work - bacteria and fungi) Mummification (I have a great protocol for doing this using basic pool supplies) Cameron's Kombucha culture I am also excited about the potential of linking these elements to other tech projects at The Edge: e.g. plants as gaming controls, microbe or plant based generative visualisations. As new Catalysts and Residents come through, more elements and workshops could be also added to the list. Today I will finally move away from the computer and catalogue existing supplies and materials. I also want to look at the available spaces in The Edge basement and look at possibilities for structuring the physical lab set-up.
DIY Wet Lab Space (and interactive plant art)
In addition to looking into plant cell culture, I have also been thinking about making a laminar flow hood for use at The Edge. A laminar flow hood is an enclosed cabinet used in animal or plant cell and tissue culture where a sterile work environment is required. The 'laminar flow' part of the title refers to the smooth and low velocity flow of air within the cabinet. To maintain a sterile working environment most laminar flow cabinets incorporate an industrial blower and HEPA filter to filter out most airborne contaminants. Laminar flow hoods can be constructed using a vertical or horizontal design with different airflow options. While horizontal laminar flow hoods look easier to construct they offer no user protection. Vertical hoods are better as the the air can be expelled through a second exhaust filter. The cost of a new laboratory laminar flow hood ranges from $2000 (basic mobile hood) to $5000 (large permanent hood). Since these costs are prohibitive, I am considering constructing one myself. If I can get component costings to come it at around $1000, I think it would really be worth it (and a great challenge). I spent a good chunk of time yesterday trying to find DIY instructions for laminar flow hoods and getting a bit of an idea about cost and design strategies. The best instructions are from Fungifun (great construction pics) and Lotte and Thomas Orchids (great overall introduction and info - PDF Instructructions). The components are still a little expensive with blower and HEPA filter coming in at around $700 - 800. Despite this cost, it is still a lot cheaper than the laboratory equivalent. On the MAKE PROJECTS website there is also information about constructing a sterile box using a HEPA air purifier. While this may initially seem like a cheap option, the turbulent air flow produced by the purifier would most likely do more harm than good. As such, the construction of a 'proper' laminar flow cabinet seems to be the only really viable option. For plant cell culture a horizontal laminar flow cabinet would be sufficient. However, since filtered air is expelled directly through the front of the cabinet, it offers no protection to the user and would not be good to use for other purposes, such as low risk microbiology. If I am going to construct a laminar flow hood for around $1000, I feel it should be able to be used for multiple purposes at The Edge. In any case more research must be done...


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For the 2012-2013 school year, the TEA will provide a $30 test fee subsidy for each AP and IB exam taken by Texas public school students with demonstrated financial need.
The 82nd Texas Legislature, First Called Session, 2011, amended Texas Education Code (TEC) §28.053(h) (http://www.statutes.legis.state.tx.us/Docs/ED/htm/ED.28.htm#28.053) to provide AP/IB test fee subsidies only for Texas public school students who demonstrate financial need. Under the statute, to be eligible for the subsidy students must (1) have taken an authorized AP/IB course or be recommended by their principals to take the exam and (2) demonstrate financial need.
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In support of the AP and IB programs, the teacher training reimbursement (TTR) program allows the Texas Education Agency (TEA) to reimburse districts for the cost of TEA-approved AP/IB or pre-AP/IB training up to $450 for each qualified teacher. The amount of the teacher training reimbursement for 2013 will be dependent upon the total number of eligible applicants and the amount of funding available after the payment of exam fee subsidies.
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Macon County Three-Star held its first meeting of the year on Friday of last week. Cody Huddleston with the Tennessee Department of Economic and Community Development was present to explain the new 2013 system; there have been major renovations in the evaluation process for the Three-Star program.
The Three-Star program is run through TN Governor Haslam's office, and is designed to help counties improve from the inside. It provides a 3-tier incentive structure to encourage focused, organized efforts in different areas of community and economic development.
Many community leaders here volunteer their time to help with Three-Star efforts. Since 1992, when Macon first became involved with Three-Star, it has been responsible for the creation of the Education Foundation, Macon County Arts Council, our walking and driving quilt trails, and the RV parking project in Key Park, to name only a few, as well as helping with the acquisition of CDBG federal grant money.
Huddleston explained the new 'five pillar' system of scoring that Three-Star for all TN counties in 2013. This scorecard has five headings: Jobs & Economic Development; Fiscal Strength & Efficient Government; Public Safety; Education & Workforce Development; and Health & Welfare. Each category has measurable goals that must be met—counties get a larger grant match depending on how many of the five they pass.
After Huddleston's presentation, the Three-Star members held a work session to decide which projects they would pursue this year in the improvement of Macon, and in which categories. The projects will be revealed after they are approved.
Three-Star Chairwoman Brenda Hiett said that Macon County has been designated a Tier 3 county for the 2013 project year and will be eligible for $15,000 in grant money. The money will come in the form of reimbursements for projects that meet the goals of one or more of the five 'pillar' categories.
"A committee will work on an activity plan in scored areas agreed upon," said Hiett. "That is to be completed by March 3lst. After approval, the grant will be submitted to Tennessee Department of ECD Grant & Loan committee for their approval by June 30th. After working through the required process, the projects are to be completed in nine months for grant reimbursement."
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PACEline CFW - Piezoelectric Force Washers with Innovative Design
The CFW piezoelectric force washers - the latest member of HBM's PACEline family - ensures reliable results in assembly and testing. Thanks to their compact design CFW force washers can be used in many different applications.
CFW piezoelectric force washers are now available with nominal (rated) forces of 330 and 700 kN. The size of the new force washers also enables use in massive constructions. In addition, HBM also provides mounting aids for CFW with immediate effect. The CPS sets of pre-stressing elements facilitate installation of the force washers.
Product Description
PACEline CFW is a very reliable sensor ensuring reliable test results even in adverse industrial environments. CFW is the first piezoelectric force washer that, irrespective of its small size, provides an efficient plug protection* - an important prerequisite for smooth long-term use.
PACEline CFW piezoelectric force washers not only provide safety and reliability. Their innovative design makes sure that you can trust in your production monitoring data with three time higher reliability.
- Enhancedlinearity compared to conventional force washers - thanks to the special measuring body design with split diaphragm
- Perfect test results even if forces are not applied centrically
- Automatic centering of the sensor through its external and internal diameter without producing any hysteresis errors.
PACEline CFW is presently available with nominal (rated) forces of 20 kN, 50 kN, 100 kN, 140 kN, 190 kN, 330 kN and 700 kN. Since the output signal is not dependent on the measuring range but on the force applied, CFW force sensors withstand very high overloads. Hence, CFW allows for over-dimensioning without loss of accuracy and resolution.
Cross section through the CFW force washer: The symmetrical design ensures excellent linearity.
Additional to CFW sensors HBM offers the charge amplifiers CMA and CMD:
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CPS - Pre-stressing Elements
A new addition to our range, the CPS sets of pre-stressing elements are available for all series CFW force washers.
A set of pre-stressing elements includes a bolt, a washer and a nut. The figure below gives a schematic representation of the setup.
Piezoelectric force washers require pre-stressing. The new CPS sets of pre-stressing elements facilitate easy and permanent pre-stressing. They are made from stainless steel and offer the required hardness as well as the bolt pitches selected to match the typical pre-stressing force.
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Simplify the installation of piezoelectric sensors. The CSB4/1 summing box enables up to four piezoelectric sensors to be connected in parallel to an amplifier input. It can be fastened with screws and features electrical isolation of enclosure and sensor shielding.
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All cables for piezoelectric transducers from HBM are particularly noise-free and can be used over the sensors' entire temperature range.
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Temperature range: | -55 to +200 degrees C |
Shielding: | Semi-conducting intermediate layer, silver-coated copper braid |
Sheath: | FPM |
Triboelectric noise: | Maximum 1 pC |
Insulation at 20°C: | 1014 ohms |
Impedance: | 50 ± 5 ohms |
Outside diameter: | 1.9 mm |
Bending radius: | 10 mm |
Insulator: | PTFE |
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Fashion Feed to WIPE-OUT Hunger: a food, fashion and charity event
By Kiarra Solomon
If you could feed your craving for fashion, food and free wine while simultaneously wiping out hunger, would you? Wait, is that a real question? On Thursday March 21, 2013 the Wipe Out Hunger foundation will host Fashion Feed, a high fashion and high energy fundraising event at Auletto's (1849 Cooper St, Woodbury, NJ 08096) to support local food banks. One hundred percent of the proceeds from Fashion Feed (a dinner party, silent auction and exclusive fashion presentation) will benefit the WIPE-OUT Hunger Foundation. Fashion Feed will feature an exclusive presentations of collections from Marlene's Dress Shoppe and couture designer Jacinta Ligon.
Also that night, the Hunger Hero Awards, (hosted by Ike Reese of the Mike and Ike Show) will recognize leaders in the community that have made an impact in the fight against hunger. Recipients include Kim Furtunato, of Campbell's Soup Foundation and Dale B.D. Dunning, of Jusst Sooup Ministry.
The WIPE-OUT Hunger Foundation, which was founded in February 2012, supports local food banks through monetary contributions for the purchase of perishable items. While oftentimes food banks have an abundance of canned goods and non-perishable items, they often lack items such as milk, cheese, bread, etc. Every donation is distributed to a food bank in the community where the original donor lives.
WIPE-OUT Hunger founder Patricia Kasdan started the organization after a conversation with her children over breakfast about the populations of various cities around the country. Patricia began to do research on the number of people who went hungry each year and was astonished. Later she created the foundation for WIPE-OUT Hunger: raise $1, per person, per household, per year to help eliminate hunger throughout the world. "We are not asking people to give until it hurts, we're asking them to give to take the hurt away", Kasdan said.
The event will also featuring several special celebrity guest including Hollis Thomas of WIP 610 Talk Radio and NFL Superbowl Champ Raheem Brock. For more information, to purchase tickets, or to support WIPE-OUT Hunger you can go to www.wohcharitydinner.eventbee.com.
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- Gerald Donovan
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- 44.88 Gigapixels
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- May 02, 2010
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- April 23, 2010
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Stitching fixed.
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NcSanchez (September 30, 2012, 10:46AM )
Perfection in all things gigapan.
Tamara Kobaissi (October 31, 2011, 09:29PM )
Hello Gerald, my company is interested in having a gigapixeled photo of Dubai. Is it possible to contact you regarding that? Kindly, let me know.
Zbigniew Malolepszy (April 16, 2011, 10:13PM )
Good to see it back. Thanks! This is no doubt "the best" gigapan so far.
balop (February 02, 2011, 12:59PM )
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Alfred Zhao (December 20, 2010, 01:39PM )
Dubai has a broader view. I think Shanghai ( www.gigapan.org/gigapans/66626/ ) on the other hand has a different taste.
Goran Grbic (September 29, 2010, 02:59PM )
Hah, very well Gerald. Who'd say of something like that.
Zbigniew (September 18, 2010, 08:25AM )
multiple snapshots of the same spot!!! That is great that people find nice and interesting details of the gigapans, but in many cases snapshots show the same thing, especially in the panoramas like this. It is simply impossible to browse all the snapshots before taking one. If someone like a spotted thing, perhaps it is better to make a comment to existing snapshot rather than taking another one. Perhaps the solution of avoiding doubled or tripled snapshots would be drawing of frames of all existing snapshots in "Take a Snaphot" mode. Edited: Ironically, when I was typing this comment someone has taken a snapshot of the police car: gigapan.org/gigapans/48492/snapshot s/166477/which I (and some other people) took already: gigapan.org/gigapans/48492/snapshot s/154173/
Stephen West (August 16, 2010, 06:07AM )
I appreciate the technical overview you provide on YouTube. I would like to add that link to my Art show found at www.youtube.com/user/stephenpaulwe st#p/u/8/w5igNIH3mQw My show was simply an overview of the wonderful artistic ability of this technology, and it would be nice to include a more technical video link for my viewers. Is it possible to link to your video? Stephen Paul West.
Francesc Saldaña (August 01, 2010, 01:24PM )
GRRRREAT SHOT... well great job... shooting is easy with gigapan! great stitching! epic100 has a battery problem...but I work with extra rechargeable batteries... do you need any special permission to shot in Dubai? is so,m where is issued? SEE YA
Gerald Donovan (July 24, 2010, 03:38AM )
@gigapanbot Sorry to be the one to break it to you... gigapan.org/gigapans/54825/
gigapanbot (July 24, 2010, 03:34AM )
And the new world record goes to Vienna with 50 Gigapixel, (404864x124832 Pixel, stitched from more than 3600 images) See it here: photoartkalmar.com/Photoart < img src='/images/external_link.png' alt='Will open in a new tab or window' /> Kalmar high res/Gigapixel/index.html
Jay Hirschfeld (July 05, 2010, 12:24PM )
WOW! This is unbelievably impressive. Really great that you used a gigapan as well. Print @ 300 DPI and cover a building...
Gerald Donovan (June 22, 2010, 09:56AM )
@Silverman - Hi. Got your message by email, but can't see it here. Odd. Might be because I'm on an iPad. Who knows? Anyway - to answer your question, I can't actually remember exactly how long it took to render. I think it was of the order of 24-48 hours or so, but that was without any smart blending (hence why there are so many "ghosts" in the image).
Silver Fox (June 22, 2010, 09:47AM )
Why do you flatly refuse to say how long it took to stitch? We know that it must have taken a long time but we would really like to know HOW long.
Karim Saad (June 05, 2010, 10:31AM )
@ericsto Thanks a lot Eric. Will check it and let you know. Cheers, K.
Eric Stollnitz (June 05, 2010, 09:00AM )
@karimsaad: Try using Microsoft Research's Image Composite Editor (ICE). You can download it for free from research.microsoft.com/en-us/um/re dmond/groups/ivm/ice / Use the "New Structured Pano" feature to stitch a set of photos taken with a GigaPan device, then export using the Deep Zoom format to get a great viewing experience from local disk. Or publish to the Photosynth web site for a good viewing experience online. Please give us feedback on ICE using our forum at community.research.microsoft.com/f orums/112.aspx
Karim Saad (June 04, 2010, 10:13PM )
Great Work! Impressive. One question, Does anybody know how I can view panoramas locally on any computer without the need of Gigapa.org or GigaPan Stich? Thank you . Karim
F K (May 31, 2010, 04:08AM )
In the far left part of the picture few cm on right side there are two cranes in the front of twin towers . The right side crane has on the top the little house for operating the crane with txt on it POTAIN and MULTIPLEX , and the POTAIN part operating room has a ladies poster on the door!!!!!:) Wov YOU ARE THE MAN with this photo! Bravo from a small photo club in Serbia "Pannonia" Jozef K
Gerald Donovan (May 23, 2010, 03:40AM )
@dokteriq - You can view the panorama in HDView here: research.microsoft.com/en-us/um/re dmond/groups/ivm/hdview/preview/default.html Select the Dubai 45 Gigapixel link on the right hand side, then go full screen for the best experience.


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It's summer, and that can only mean one thing—barbecue season! Nothing tastes more delicious than fresh grilled corn on the cob or a flame-broiled juicy burger or finger-licking barbecued chicken or... you get the point. Grilled food is good food. And while this food is tasting so good, it can even be healthful. But remember, safety should always come first when you barbecue.
When you think of barbecued ribs, healthy may not be the first thing that pops into your mind. But it is possible to make grilling good for you by making healthful choices. It just takes a little effort. And, you won't sacrifice any of the flavor. Here are some tips to help:
- Choose leaner meats to grill—Grill chicken, but remove the skin before marinating and cooking or, opt for leaner cuts of meat; look for the word "lean" on the label. Avoid high fat meats like steaks, ribs, or sausages.
- Grill a garden of vegetables—Any vegetable can be grilled: onions, peppers, mushrooms, potatoes, tomatoes, eggplant, zucchini, squash—and the list goes on. Just brush a light coating of olive oil, balsamic vinegar, or any type of marinade. Sprinkle some salt and pepper to taste. Then toss them straight on the barbecue or slide the vegetables on to a skewer or wrap them in foil.
- Trim the fat off meat before grilling—Cut off excess fat from the sides of meat before cooking and cut off inside, separable fat before eating.
- Keep meat portions small—Cut the meat into chunks and combine with vegetables on a skewer. Use meat as an accent to the meal, rather than the main dish.
- Grill some fruit for dessert—Pineapple, mangos, apples, peaches, or bananas—just about any fruit can be grilled. Slice fruit into big wedges or chop it into cubes and skewer. Cooking usually takes about 6 to 8 minutes; make sure you turn the fruit occasionally.
Grilling outside is definitely more relaxed and less formal. But you still need to be vigilant about food safety. The following are some tips to keep the bacteria out and the fun in.
- Clean your grill every time you barbecue—bacteria can grow in food particles left on the grill. While the grill is hot, use a heavy wire brush to remove any food particles left on the grill.
- Never use the same dish for raw meat as for cooked—transfer food to a clean plate once it's cooked, using a clean utensil.
- Food for the barbecue should not sit out, especially meats—keep food cold in the refrigerator or a cooler until you are ready to grill it.
- Use a separate cutting board and knife for meats and vegetables—through the years, experts have gone back and forth about which is better, plastic or wood cutting boards. Whichever type you choose, though, it's a good idea to have two—one for raw meat and one for vegetables. Making sure you wash them well after use is also important.
- Wash your hands before and after handling food—this will help prevent cross-contamination.
- Discard or boil marinades—when preparing a marinade, set aside some to use for after the meat is cooked. If you marinated raw meat, boil the marinade for at least one minute before using it to baste the meat on the grill.
- Grill meat until it is cooked, but not charred—some studies have suggested that possible cancer-causing compounds (called heterocyclic aromatic amines) are formed when meat is charred. Scrape off any charred areas before you eat the barbecued meat.
Cook meat thoroughly—to make sure that bacteria is killed throughout the meat, cook meat to the right internal temperature. Use a meat or "instant-read" thermometer to ensure accuracy. Here are some target temperatures from the American Dietetic Association:
- Ground meat products: 160ºF (degrees Fahrenheit) [71ºC (degrees Celsius)], or until the inside is no longer pink and juices run clear
- Steak: medium rare: 145ºF (63ºC)
- Steak: medium: 160ºF (71ºC)
- Steak: well done: 170ºF (77ºC)
- Fish: 145ºF (63ºC)
- Poultry thighs, breasts, or wings: 165ºF (74ºC), or until juices run clear
Although grilling outdoors is great fun, it can be dangerous. Not thinking about safety when you barbecue can lead to serious burns or a severe fire. Follow these important safety tips to help you grill safely:
- Before using your barbecue for the first time each season, check it thoroughly to ensure all hoses are firmly attached and that there are no leaks or blockages.
- Never use water to control grease flare-ups on gas barbecues.
If you have a propane cylinder:
- Before having a propane cylinder filled, check it for dents, gouges, or other signs of disrepair.
- Do not overfill your propane cylinder.
- Always check the expiration date. Never use a propane cylinder that is more than 10 years old.
- Never store propane cylinders indoors or near a barbecue, heat source, or open flame.
- Check and make sure connections are tight before turning on the gas.
- Always set up the barbecue in an open area at least 10 feet from any house, shed, fence, tree, or other combustible material, such as leaves or brush. Be aware of the wind blowing hot embers.
- It is a good idea to keep a fire extinguisher within reach.
- To prevent burns, use long handled barbecue tools and/or flame retardant mitts.
- Do not wear loose clothing and watch for dangling apron strings and shirt tails.
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