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Shoppers' free parking questioned by city council
FREE parking at the Crescent and other suburban shopping centres could be targeted if Limerick City Council approves a call to introduce charges at any shopping centre served by public transport.
At a meeting of the transport policy committee, transport consultant James Nix said that employers group IBEC was in favour of such a proposal.
He said that it had been agreed at a workshop of the committee that they would write to Ministers Phil Hogan and Michael Noonan "to implement charging for parking at shopping centres which are served by a bus route".
"IBEC supports this; we do have business backing for this," Mr Nix said during the latest debate on parking at Limerick City Council.
Councillors have frequently said city centre businesses are at a disadvantage through the availability of free parking at out-of-town retail sites.
The proposed letter to the ministers was one of a number of actions Mr Nix said had been agreed at the workshop and which should now be advanced.
Other measures outlined by Mr Nix included a proposal to the Minister for Transport Leo Varadkar to allow trucks through the Limerick Tunnel for free to cut down on the number of trucks using the Condell Road to avoid the toll; and writing to Bus Eireann looking to increase frequencies of service in the run-up to Christmas.
Cllr Diarmuid Scully argued that some of the proposals outlined by Mr Nix were premature.
"I wasn't at that workshop. Some of the measures I agree with; others I don't; while I'd like more detail on others," Cllr Scully said.
Cllr Pat Kennedy also said that "technical advice" should first be sought in relation to some of the proposals, which he regarded as "quite sweeping" in nature.
With the agreement of the committee, director of service Paul Crowe said the letter to Bus Eireann looking to increase frequencies could be sent immediately. But it was agreed to refer the proposed letters on parking charges at shopping centres to a full meeting of the council.
Cllr Joe Leddin said that with so many debates on Limerick's supposedly prohibitive parking regime, there was a danger of a "self-fulfilling prophecy".
"We have in the region of 6,000 on-street and off-street parking spaces in the city which are very competitively priced and yet again we are talking about parking as if it were the single biggest issue in the city. It is not," he said. The council should be more focused on improving the retail offering or facilitating the development of a cinema in the city centre. "Let's focus on these and similar issues and once they are addressed, the parking issue will go out the window," he declared.


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Taj Mahal – the Most Prominent Tourist Attraction of Golden Triangle Tour in India
Golden Triangle or simply known as GT Tour is of one of the most selling tourist circuits in India. The popular travel circuit covers three important cities from North India as the national capital Delhi, Agra, Jaipur and several nearby tourist destinations. People can explore many important tourist attractions on their golden triangle journey but the world-famous Taj Mahal is the most worth visit of them. Its popularity and architectural beauty can't be compared with any other heritage monument in India. It is just like queen of golden triangle tours and its immense popularity also demolishes the popularity of other attractions as well.
The beautiful monument is located in the city of Agra along the banks of holy Yamuna River. It was built by Shan Jahan, a lover more than Mughal emperor, in memory of is late wife, Mumtaz Mahal in the seventeenth century. It was the first Mughal monument in India that built with rich white marble and precious gems unlike the other with red sandstone. The basic elements of Taj Mahal design is based on Persian architecture. A beautiful dome and four minarets standing on square platform are the center of attractions of the whole complex. The building has an eye shaped entrance doorway like most of the monuments of Mughal period.
A well managed Mughal Garden is also set around the Taj Mahal designed in Persian style about in 300 square meters of area. It is well decorated with beautiful marble paths, lush green plantations and some flower pools. A reflecting pool is located inside the complex offers scenic views of the Taj Mahal on surface of water. Most of the visitors love to enjoy panoramic sights of Taj Mahal around this pool.
Maybe you will forget all other attractions of golden triangle tours in India after enjoying the magnetizing views of Taj Mahal but there are much remained to explore. Red Fort, Qutub Minar, Humayun Tomb and India Gate in Delhi, Agra Fort, Itmad-Ud-Daulah Tomb and Fatehpur Sikri in Agra and Amber Fort, City Palace Complex, Hawa Mahal, Jantar-Mantar Observatory, Sheesh Mahal, Nahargarh Fort, Jaigarh Fort and Birla Temple in Jaipur are the other must watch tourist attractions of golden triangle in India. These sites will also offer you wonderful exposure of the rich and remarkable heritage of the country.
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"We'll always have Paris," as the immortal line goes. Now, it seems, Paris will always have something to remember as well.
A short while I ago, I blogged about a romantic tradition in Seville. Lovers fix padlocks to the side of the Puente Isabel II, write their names on the metal and cast the keys into the flowing Guadalquivir below.
As I paced across the Pont Des Arts this week, a telltale golden spark caught my eye.
Here, over the water of the Seine and under the watchful eye of Notre Dame, true love clings on.
According to the dates on the locks, the authorities are more forgiving here. Perhaps the legend extends beyond the tourist office blurb after all and Paris really is the city of romance.
Read a series of tips on things to see and do in Paris on my sister site Cheap Weekend Breaks. It includes information on how to use the Paris Metro, Paris Sightseeing Essentials as well as some unusual tips on Paris.
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|Reviews for Taijitu
| Lomesa chapter 1 . 11/6/2012
Oh, wow.
| The Reality DumPer chapter 1 . 6/8/2012
so full, abstract, and I can't take it...
| Skyrere chapter 1 . 4/26/2010
deep and telling.
I loved it.
| waterlit chapter 1 . 4/6/2010
I can't think of anything to say that can express how awesome your fic is haha. Liked the last stanza (:
| a vestige of peace chapter 1 . 12/22/2008
holy crap! You are my very own Percy Shelly, i swear. that was beautiful. why is it that everything you write is so beautiful?
| Dead Uchiha chapter 1 . 7/6/2008
Damn! I really liked that a lot. Very bittersweet. Well done.
| Lou chapter 1 . 6/11/2007
Just lovely. :)
| Kikyounokanashii chapter 1 . 1/26/2007
I love the contrast you made between the two couples. This is really beautiful, and as for not really being a poet... maybe you should rethink that
| cadkitten chapter 1 . 1/7/2007
In the first part you wrote "dearth", perhaps you meant death? and in the last part (X.) you write new twice "as a new... new and full as a moon". It doesn't quite flow as well as the rest does.
Anyway, overall, it's nice and flows well with the exception of the last part I mentioned above. I only mention the other parts since you've been nominated and you might want to fix it if it really is a typo.
| Princess Anakin chapter 1 . 12/20/2006
I like it, your really good at poetry
I never really thought about a Naraku and Kana relationship before they are like the yang to the yin of sesshoumaru and rin
| Serpent at Sunset chapter 1 . 11/28/2006
Very nice. This reminds me of T.S Eliot. I've often wanted to see something like this that revolved around Kanna and Rin. You never cease to amaze me with your writing!
| paynesgrey chapter 1 . 11/20/2006
Wow. A very deep and moving piece. Takes my breath away. Excellent job.
| Silver Morning chapter 1 . 11/6/2006
Amazing poem. I checked out the drawing at Merimask's journal and I have to say you captured the idea very beautifully. I love the last part, X, especially the last line.
| icy roses chapter 1 . 11/4/2006
that poem was utterly beautiful. (i'm sure you've heard that about ten million times, but i'm not a creative reviewer).
you hero/amazing/genius/best. please keep writing. my life depends on it.
| mary chapter 1 . 11/3/2006
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Claudio Ranieri had waited for some time for the return of Wesley Sneijder. It was therefore understandable to catch a fearful glance from the Coach when the Dutch midfielder placed an ice pack on his knee.
He wasn't concerned about the Lille game, of course, which Inter were leading and comfortably won, but he feared losing the most gifted player in his squad again. If there was any need for it, last night's Champions League game confirmed just how fundamental Wesley is for this side.
Fortunately for Inter, Sneijder has not picked up yet another of those niggling injuries which have been keeping him off the pitch for too long over the past year. "It's ok, I am good," reassured the Nerazzurri star after the match.
He'll thus be available for the Chievo game on Sunday – that is unless Ranieri decides to rest him. It wouldn't be out of the question considering that Inter have been waiting for Sneijder since September and that previously speeding up his recovery has caused further delays.
It is fair to say that Wesley means more to this Inter than ever before. With the departure of Samuel Eto'o, he has become their leader despite having been tempted by a move to Manchester United himself. Wes is simply unique in the Nerazzurri engine room.
As proved against Lille, Wesley is the man who can switch on the light and his involvement in Giampaolo Pazzini's goal was just a little taster of what is to come from this Inter. Furthermore, Sneijder clears any tactical dilemma considering that with him on the pitch Ranieri can certainly opt for a strategy with a trequartista.
Without the Dutch playmaker Inter are simply lacking a valid alternative – Ricky Alvarez and Philippe Coutinho are not ready to fill his boots – and they are forced to switch to 4-4-2, like against Catania. Last night, Sneijder delivered 84 per cent of his passes, but, more than anything, it is his ability to keep the ball and take pressure of teammates than Inter need.
The 27-year-old midfielder was on the pitch for all of Gian Piero Gasperini's defeats against Milan, Palermo and Novara. Despite the good professional relationship between the two, the former Inter Coach made no secret of the fact that Wesley wasn't really part of his plans. If it was up to Gasperini, Sneijder would have left in the summer while Inter would have retained the services of Eto'o. Inter fans can be glad that at least one of the two didn't go.
That wasn't that long ago, but this is already a totally different Inter guided by a Coach who wants to keep it simple by fielding players in their natural position. For Sneijder this can only be great news because it is playing behind Pazzini and one from Diego Milito, Mauro Zarate and Diego Forlan, that he can shine again. And not as a winger or central midfielder in a 3-4-3.
Last night he helped Inter take a step towards qualification in this group stage. But his contribution will be even more important in Serie A where he will need to help secure next season's Champions League qualification. With only four points in six games, an injection of confidence is needed and Wesley is one of the few players around who can provide that boost.
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Hi guys,
I'm new to Java, and little bit confused with arrays. It's easy to do it in PHP, but it is different in Java.
I need to create an array, like the one listed below, and print it using "for" loops. Could you please help me with that. Thanks in advance.
myCatsAndSubcats = array(
"Books" => array(
"Book1", "Book2", "Book3"
"Food" => array(
"Food1", "Food2", "Food3"
"Medical" => array(
"Pills1", "Pills2", "Pills3"
I guess I need something like Hashtable<String, ArrayList<String>> myCategories = new Hashtable<String, ArrayList<String>>();
So now I need to add several categories(to be precise, "Books", "Food", "Medical"), and for each particular category I need to add the list of its subcategories.
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Fiji Time: 10:41 AM on Friday 23 February
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Felix Chaudhary
Tuesday, April 15, 2014
A LUCRATIVE deal the Rarawai Penang Cane Producers Association has with Fairtrade could be jeopardised because of internal issues within the organisation.
At stake is the $2.2million the association is expecting as proceeds from the sale of Fairtrade sugar last year. Also at stake are ongoing projects funded by proceeds derived from the sale of Fairtrade sugar to the European Union.
Association members are concerned funds could be withheld and the association's certification suspended as a result of police investigations into the affairs of the growers body.
Police have confirmed two complaints were lodged at the Ba Police Station last week.
"Association president Gyan Singh has lodged a complaint against the Rarawai Penang Cane Producers Association for obstruction of duties and the association has lodged a report against Mr Singh for misconduct," said police West media liaison officer Naina Ragigia.
"We will investigate both complaints," she added.
Sugar permanent secretary Lieutenant Colonel Manasa Vaniqi said government could not be involved in the issue because of the nature of Fairtrade process.
"We respect the process that Fairtrade has in place to deal with issues of this nature and will not get involved," he said.
"However, if there is any illegal activity involved that is in contravention of our laws then the police will investigate this accordingly."
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Synthesis and Biological Studies of Lanthionine Derivatives
Denoël, Thibaut
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The widespread use of antibiotics has caused bacteria to become drug resistant. Efforts have been done by many research groups to identify new molecules as inhibitors or inactivators of resistant proteins ... [more ▼]
The widespread use of antibiotics has caused bacteria to become drug resistant. Efforts have been done by many research groups to identify new molecules as inhibitors or inactivators of resistant proteins like Penicillin Binding Proteins (PBPs) or to find new targets which allow putting peptidoglycan (PG) biosynthesis under control. The aim of this work is to develop a new labeling method for PG allowing to identify novel antibiotics and worthy target for inhibition. In Escherichia coli, meso-diaminopimelic acid (A2pm) is a key molecule for reticulation of PG. During this work, we synthesized meso-lanthionine, the monosulfur analogue of meso A2pm, and some of its derivatives. As these compounds are susceptible to enter PG biosynthesis via MurE enzymatic addition onto UDP (S) Ala γ (R) Glu, their use in a new labeling method has been investigated. Another approach was the introduction of labeled lanthionines in PG via the recycling pathway by replacement of the natural tripeptide (S) Ala γ (R)-Glu-meso-A2pm with tripeptide analogues containing modified lanthionines. We have developed a new stereoselective synthesis of the three lanthionine diastereomers (meso-Lan, (R,R)-Lan and (S,S)-Lan) and of an α-benzylated analogue. Good yields at the gram scale and excellent diastereomeric excesses (>99%), without any enrichment step, were obtained in aqueous solution. Biological experiments showed the incorporation of meso-Lan and (R,R)-Lan into PG. Upon this results, [35S]lanthionine diastereomers could be used to study the biosynthesis of PG and its turnover in relation to cell growth and division. Unfortunately, the α-benzylated lanthionine was not incorporated. This result indicates that the introduction of lanthionines with a substituted aromatic group at this position is not feasible via the reaction catalysed by MurE. We have also developed a synthesis of protected lanthionines bearing an α-alkyl group useful for the preparation of PG building block analogues. An enantiomeric excess of 97% was obtained for the alkylation of an oxazoline precursor. An SN2 reaction with a cysteine on the β carbon of cyclic sulfamidate precursors was highly successful, despite the sterically crowded α-carbon. In this way, we have obtained several protected α-alkyl lanthionines. These products are promising building blocks for peptide synthesis. In this report, we also describe a diastereoselective synthesis of α-substituted tripeptides. These compounds, containing a fluorescent tag or a photoactivatable group situated on an α carbon, could potentially be used to study PG biosynthesis. We have obtained chiral α alkyl sulfamidates with enantiomeric excess of 89 97%. Those sulfamidates are excellent electrophiles with cysteine to provide lanthionines. The lanthionines were then readily converted into tripeptides (S)-Ala-γ-(R)-Glu-(R,S/R,R)-α-benzyl-lanthionine and phenylazido analogues in a one pot reaction. Those tripeptides were substrates of Mpl in vitro. We did not observe any incorporation of these tripeptides in the PG of E. coli. [less ▲]Detailed reference viewed: 139 (30 ULiège)
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New Improvements in the Enantioselective Synthesis of 2-[18F]Fluoro-L-Tyrosine and 6-[18F]Fluoro-L-Dopa
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Affordable Care Act is worth fighting for
Published 4:21 pm, Wednesday, October 2, 2013
There is a battle taking place in our Congress that will either affirm that we are born with inalienable human rights or deny their existence. The source of the contention is the Affordable Care Act, better known as Obamacare. This legislation has divided our country in a similar fashion that slavery did during the Civil war and women's rights did in the early 20th century. Should Americans be entitled to health care? Should this be a birthright such as freedom of speech or free mandatory education?
We Americans were very much in sync with the world community after the horrific events that occurred in World War II. The U.S. helped write and later signed the United Nations Declaration of Human Rights in 1948. Many of the words resonate with the same spirit shown in our Declaration of Independence. The preamble starts: "Whereas recognition of the inherent dignity and of the equal and inalienable rights of all members of the human family is the foundation of freedom, justice and peace in the world ..." Article 25 went on to state: Everyone has the right to a standard of living adequate for the health and well-being of himself and of his family, including food, clothing, housing and medical care and necessary social services, and the right to security in the event of unemployment, sickness, disability, widowhood, old age or other lack of livelihood in circumstances beyond his control. Forty-eight countries voted yes and signed this declaration. Not one member country of the United Nations voted no. These included numerous Islamic, democratic and communist governments. This declaration is perhaps the greatest document ever drafted on the world stage. Do you think America lives up to these basic human rights?
We like to think of ourselves as an exceptional, caring nation; however, our actions speak much louder than our words. Every other advanced industrial country in the world has found a way to guarantee health care to all its citizens, and most had done so more than 20 years ago. We are the lone nation that doesn't guarantee health care for its citizens. We have fabulous health care for those that can afford it. Our for-profit health care system is by every accounting standard the most expensive and inefficient model in the industrialized world. There is no easy fix, and there has been no president prior to Obama who had the political courage to take on the special interest groups and stand up for the human rights that we as a nation of the world agreed to 65 years ago. The ACA is a very flawed, convoluted piece of legislation that will undoubtedly go through many tweaks and fixes over the next several years, but it is a monumental step in the right direction for America.
We are on the verge of finally providing health care coverage for all Americans. The rest of the civilized world has long recognized health care as a basic human right. Our government (which is supposed to of the people, for the people and by the people) has been hijacked by special interest groups that don't represent the 99 percent. Sen. Ted Cruz and other members of the Republican Party have made it their mission to stop the ACA by defunding it as it is implemented. They remind me of spoiled brats who didn't get what they wanted, so they will try to make life miserable for everyone else. Let your political representatives know that the Affordable Care Act is important and you demand that they support it. It is time to shame the Republican Party for their selfish acts that are wrapped in conservative robes.
Douglas H. Wade Jr. is president of Wade's Dairy, Inc., in Bridgeport.


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Victoria, YMCA consider pool partnership
Dec. 21, 2013 at 6:21 a.m.
Updated Dec. 22, 2013 at 6:22 a.m.
Victoria officials are treading water when it comes to keeping the 33-year-old Gary T. Moses Municipal Pool open.
After conducting a $50,000 study and months of deliberation among the parks commission, the Victoria City Council is considering whether to move forward on a $6 million concept from the parks commission or scrap the project and partner instead with a nonprofit, pool-centric organization.
Chris Seilkop, president and CEO of YMCA of the Golden Crescent, wants the city to commit $1 million to a pool partnership, which is part of a $4 million expansion of the YMCA.
"It would be a win-win for the community," Seilkop said.
Seilkop is keeping details of the expansion quiet until the campaign kicks off in early 2014. The pool's total cost is $1.5 million.
With admission at $3 and the potential for increased YMCA memberships, the pool would be financially self-sustaining, Seilkop said.
Residents would not need to be members of the YMCA to use the pool. Family membership range from $36 to $72 depending on household income.
The existing Gary T. Moses Municipal Pool is like a leak in the city's budget.
Parks and Recreation Director Colby VanGundy estimated that the pool cost $57,000 to run during this year's 45-day season. During that time, admission fees and rentals brought in about $15,000.
The kiddie pool has been closed for several seasons, the pool's filtration system is on the brink of failure, and the pool is leaking 3 to 5 inches of water daily. City officials do not want to spend money for repairs on a pool that needs to be replaced.
City Manager Charmelle Garrett said the city "is on borrowed time" with the current pool.
"We're amazed that it didn't fail this summer," she said. "It's becoming more and more difficult to keep that pool up and running."
The parks commission is backing a $6 million pool concept that came from the Kimley-Horn aquatics study done earlier this year.
Ashley Walyuchow, chairman of the parks commission, said their recommendation for the most costly facility was based on appealing to a cross-section of the community.
"It had a broader appeal to more users," he said.
While that 18,000-square-foot design, the most expensive of the three options, still had a pool aspect, it had specific areas for younger and older children, he said.
"It was more family-friendly than just a swimming pool," he said.
More than finances, the decision between the two options could come down to amenities and scheduling.
Seilkop said the YMCA's proposal would "enhance the quality of life in the community" by appealing to a wide range of ages with programming and activities.
The plan includes an Americans with Disabilities Act accessible entry with spray features, a three-lane lap pool, four straight tube slides and areas for water aerobics, aqua-Zumba and swim lessons.
While it would not have a winding tube slide, similar to what is found at water theme parks, Seilkop said the four slides provide more bang for the buck.
He said children like slides, no matter what kind.
"It's as economical as I could do but still fun," he said.
Under the YMCA, the pool would stay open year-round, as opposed to the city's 45-day season.
For $6 million, the public pool could have a lazy river, winding tube slides, rock climbing, spray features and more.
"If you're talking quality-of-life aspects and investments into that, (the cost) seems fairly reasonable," the parks commission chairman, Walyuchow, said.
Even if the city agreed to more funding, Seilkop said he is not sure whether the YMCA has the same or the long-term maintenance budget to support a larger pool project.
Vice Chairman Matt Wickham said he did not support the $6 million pool concept or the other two concepts because of their price tags.
The City Council has not agreed on how much to set aside for a new pool facility.
"We should provide the nicest pool we can afford to provide," Wickham said. "If we can come up with the money to fund a pool with a lot of bells and whistles, I'm all for it."
He would not comment whether he was in favor of the potential partnership.
"Ultimately, we're going to have to provide the pool we can afford to provide," Wickham said.
City Council members appear to be leaning toward the partnership.
Mayor Paul Polasek and several council members said they supported the proposal.
"We need to cross our fingers that the current pool doesn't break one more year, and you guys can get started," Polasek said during the Dec. 17 City Council meeting. "We'll have to formalize that agreement."


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Before becoming the principal author of the Declaration of Independence, Thomas Jefferson was a successful lawyer in Virginia. His legal training influenced the way he thought about government and politics, yet this earlier part of his career has largely been ignored by historians. David Konig, professor of history and law, has spent years analyzing the complex legal notes and papers that tell the story of Jefferson's time as an attorney. For Presidents Day, Konig sheds light on this fascinating and neglected aspect of Jefferson's life and mind.
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Thanksgiving is a day most Americans look forward to, a day of watching parades and feasting on delicious food with friends and family. However, the rosy picture we have in our minds of our Pilgrim forefathers sitting down to eat with the local Native American tribes is, frankly, a myth. In honor of the holiday, American religious historian Mark Valeri shares the true and harrowing tales of the Pilgrim immigrants, and how and why their story came to national prominence in the post-Civil War era. He also examines how the myth of that first Thanksgiving has taken root in the American identity, and traces the revisions the story has undergone through the decades.
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Remember the last time you were sick and your doctor gave you antibiotics? What might have happened if those drugs didn't work? As antibiotic-resistant bacteria spread around the world, this scenario is much more than a "what if." The World Health Organization calls antibiotic resistance "one of the biggest threats to global health, food security, and development today." To mark World Antibiotic Awareness Week, chemist TIm Wencewicz explains how we got here, why big pharmaceutical companies are neglecting the problem, and what his lab is doing to solve it.
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When you walk into a voting booth in less than a week to vote for the future president of the United States, you'll be all by yourself making a very personal decision - right? Betsy Sinclair, a political scientist and author of The Social Citizen: Peer Networks and Political Behavior, believes that in reality, politics is often more social than personal. Here she discusses the place of Facebook, YouTube, and face-to-face interactions in political decision-making, and explains how social science experiments reveal the true importance of social networks in politics.
"Do You Like Scary Movies?" Horror Films & Things That Make Us Scream
Horror movies have been drawing audiences since the earliest days of film. But why are we drawn to fictional portrayals of events that we'd do anything to avoid in real life? And are we frightened by the same things we were 20 years ago? John Powers walks us through the history of the horror film. From the Frankenstein and Nosferatu to Freddy Krueger and Bruce Campbell, we break down what makes us scream.
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It's about six weeks until the 2016 US presidential election, and everyone wants to know: Who will win? Hillary Clinton? Or Donald Trump? To attempt to answer this question, political scientists like Jacob Montgomery build complex forecasting models. Montgomery shares his own unique approach to forecasting, and describes both the limitations and the value of these efforts to predict the future.


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Apparently, my husband's reaction is typical of similarly situated men.
Recently I was catching up with my brother on the phone, and asked what my sister-in-law was up to these days. My brother replied, "Well, I guess she's going to have some surgery done…." Concerned, I interjected, "Surgery? What kind of surgery?" After an uncomfortable pause, my brother responded, "You know, 'Lady Surgery.'"
'Nuff said.
Now, when I explain why I'll be laid up for the next couple weeks, I just say I'm having "Lady Surgery." If the person I am talking to is female, she usually says "Oh," tilts her head sympathetically to the side, then offers to cook something for me. Men universally cringe and look for the nearest escape. Either way, no further details are necessary or desired.
I never imagined I'd ever be one of those middle-aged women who needs "Lady Surgery." In fact, throughout my 20s and 30s, I thought I was invincible.
I was proud of pushing 9-pound babies out of my 5 foot 4 inch frame without drugs (stupid, I know.) I figured I was Western PA "hearty stock" and could handle childbirth, heavy lifting, gutter cleaning, power washing, lawn mowing, and other strenuous activities completely unscathed.
But then, somewhere in my early 40s, I started to notice that women my age behaved quite strangely in certain circumstances.
When the aerobics instructor at our local YMCA demanded that we do jumping jacks, I noticed that, three or four jumps into the exercise, all the 40-something women ran to the restroom. And I was soon fighting them for an empty stall.
I didn't feel old, and brushed these incidents off as minor inconveniences. But then, a year or two down the road, I noticed the same embarrassing phenomenon happening in other situations.
I used to really enjoy a good sneeze. That tickly feeling in your nose, the slow inhale as you surrender to the natural forces of your own body, and then the spontaneous blast that leaves you feeling cleansed.
However, sneezing in your mid-40s is a whole other ball game. When the tickly sensation hits, I can usually be heard saying "Uh oh" as I scramble to clench my legs together in a defensive posture. Inevitably the sneeze cannot be stopped, and I utter "Terrific" or "Lovely" as I am left to deal with the consequences.
Soon, hearty laughter, coughing, and other normal body movements became risky business. I started to think about my actions like never before. Mowing the lawn? Sure, why not. Moving the couch? Hmm, maybe. Jumping on the trampoline with the kids? Definitely not.
Suddenly, I was accessing my daily activities in terms of whether or not they might cause my internal organs to drop out onto the floor. It was definitely time to get a medical professional involved.
My doctor allayed my fears by clearly explaining the surgical procedure with both words and rubber gloves. That man could take an ordinary surgical glove, and with a few twists and turns, form it into any one of the assorted female reproductive organs in order to explain my condition. It was truly amazing. I started to wonder if he worked at kids' birthday parties on the side.
So today, while my doctor and every other red-blooded American is out there gobbling gallons of queso dip, I'll be having an entirely different kind of super bowl party getting ready for tomorrow's surgery. Unfortunately, the bowl that will have my attention is located in my powder room.
But it's OK, I'm ready for The Show. I'm at the line of scrimmage, prepared for the blitz, and I'll go into overtime if necessary. I just hope I'll make the conversion from Wide Receiver to Tight End without too many stitches.
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Random imperfection effect on reliability of space structures with different supports
Roudsari, Mehrzad Tahamouli ; Gordini, Mehrdad ;
Structural Engineering and Mechanics, volume 55, issue 3, 2015, Pages 461~472
DOI : 10.12989/sem.2015.55.3.461
The existence of initial imperfections in manufacturing or assembly of double-layer space structures having hundreds or thousands of members is inevitable. Many of the imperfections, such as the initial curvature of the members and residual stresses in members, are all random in nature. In this paper, the probabilistic effect of initial curvature imperfections in the load bearing capacity of double-layer grid space structures with different types of supports have been investigated. First, for the initial curvature imperfection of each member, a random number is generated from a gamma distribution. Then, by employing the same probabilistic model, the imperfections are randomly distributed amongst the members of the structure. Afterwards, the collapse behavior and the ultimate bearing capacity of the structure are determined by using nonlinear push down analysis and this procedure is frequently repeated. Ultimately, based on the maximum values of bearing capacity acquired from the analysis of different samples, structure`s reliability is obtained by using Monte Carlo simulation method. The results show the sensitivity of the collapse behavior of double-layer grid space structures to the random distribution of initial imperfections and supports type.
Application of graded harmonic FE in the analysis of 2D-FGM axisymmetric structures
Karakas, Ali I. ; Daloglu, Ayse T. ;
Structural Engineering and Mechanics, volume 55, issue 3, 2015, Pages 473~494
DOI : 10.12989/sem.2015.55.3.473
A graded harmonic finite element formulation based on three-dimensional elasticity theory is developed for the structural analysis of 2D functionally graded axisymmetric structures. The mechanical properties of the axisymmetric solid structures composed of two different metals and ceramics are assumed to vary in radial and axial directions according to power law variations as a function of the volume fractions of the constituents. The material properties of the graded element are calculated at the integration points. Effects of material distribution profile on the static deformation, natural frequency and dynamic response analyses of particular axisymmetric solid structures are investigated by changing the power law exponents. It is observed that the displacements, stresses and natural frequencies are severely affected by the variation of axial and radial power law exponents. Good accuracy is obtained with fewer elements in the present study since Fourier series expansion eliminates the need of finite element mesh in circumferential direction and continuous material property distribution within the elements improves accuracy without refining the mesh size in axial and radial directions.
Small scale effect on the vibration of non-uniform nanoplates
Chakraverty, S. ; Behera, Laxmi ;
Structural Engineering and Mechanics, volume 55, issue 3, 2015, Pages 495~510
DOI : 10.12989/sem.2015.55.3.495
Free vibration of non-uniform embedded nanoplates based on classical (Kirchhoff`s) plate theory in conjunction with nonlocal elasticity theory has been studied. The nanoplate is assumed to be rested on two-parameter Winkler-Pasternak elastic foundation. Non-uniform material properties of nanoplates have been considered by taking linear as well as quadratic variations of Young`s modulus and density along the space coordinates. Detailed analysis has been reported for all possible casesof such variations. Trial functions denoting transverse deflection of the plate are expressed in simple algebraic polynomial forms. Application of the present method converts the problem into generalised eigen value problem. The study aims to investigate the effects of non-uniform parameter, elastic foundation, nonlocal parameter, boundary condition, aspect ratio and length of nanoplates on the frequency parameters. Three-dimensional mode shapes for some of the boundary conditions have also been illustrated. One may note that present method is easier to handle any sets of boundary conditions at the edges.
Repair of flange damage steel-concrete composite girders using CFRP sheets
Wang, Lianguang ; Hou, Wenyu ; Han, Huafeng ; Huo, Junhua ;
Structural Engineering and Mechanics, volume 55, issue 3, 2015, Pages 511~523
DOI : 10.12989/sem.2015.55.3.511
Damaged steel-concrete composite girders can be repaired and retrofitted by epoxy-bonded carbon fiber-reinforced polymer (CFRP) sheets to the critical areas of tension flanges. This paper presents the results of a study on the behavior of damaged steel-concrete composite girders repaired with CFRP sheets under static loading. A total of seven composite girders made of I20A steel sections and 80mm-thick by 900mm-wide concrete slabs were prepared and tested. CFRP sheets and prestressed CFRP sheets were used to repair the specimens. The specimens lost the cross-sectional area of their tension flanges with 30%, 50% and 100%. The results showed that CFRP sheets had no significant effect on the yield loads of strengthened composite girders, but had significant effect on the ultimate loads. The yield loads, elastic stiffness, and ultimate bearing capacities of strengthened composite girders had been changed as a result of prestressed CFRP sheets, the utilization ratio of CFRP sheets could be effectively improved by applying prestress to CFRP sheets. Both the yield loads and ultimate bearing capacities had been changed as a result of steel beam`s flange damage level and CFRP sheets could cover the girders` shortage of bearing capacity with 30% and 50% flange damage, respectively.
Time-variant structural fuzzy reliability analysis under stochastic loads applied several times
Fang, Yongfeng ; Xiong, Jianbin ; Tee, Kong Fah ;
Structural Engineering and Mechanics, volume 55, issue 3, 2015, Pages 525~534
DOI : 10.12989/sem.2015.55.3.525
A new structural dynamic fuzzy reliability analysis under stochastic loads which are applied several times is proposed in this paper. The fuzzy reliability prediction models based on time responses with and without strength degeneration are established using the stress-strength interference theory. The random loads are applied several times and fuzzy structural strength is analyzed. The efficiency of the proposed method is demonstrated numerically through an example. The results have shown that the proposed method is practicable, feasible and gives a reasonably accurate prediction. The analysis shows that the probabilistic reliability is a special case of fuzzy reliability and fuzzy reliability of structural strength without degeneration is also a special case of fuzzy reliability with structural strength degeneration.
Optimum design of steel frame structures by a modified dolphin echolocation algorithm
Gholizadeh, Saeed ; Poorhoseini, Hamed ;
Structural Engineering and Mechanics, volume 55, issue 3, 2015, Pages 535~554
DOI : 10.12989/sem.2015.55.3.535
Dolphin echolocation (DE) optimization algorithm is a recently developed meta-heuristic in which echolocation behavior of Dolphins is utilized for seeking a design space. The computational performance of meta-heuristic algorithms is highly dependent to its internal parameters. But the computational time of adjusting these parameters is usually extensive. The DE is an efficient optimization algorithm as it includes few internal parameters compared with other meta-heuristics. In the present paper a modified Dolphin echolocation (MDE) algorithm is proposed for optimization of steel frame structures. In the MDE the step locations are determined using one-dimensional chaotic maps and this improves the convergence behavior of the algorithm. The effectiveness of the proposed MDE algorithm is illustrated in three benchmark steel frame optimization test examples. Results demonstrate the efficiency of the proposed MDE algorithm in finding better solutions compared to standard DE and other existing algorithms.
Shape optimization for partial double-layer spherical reticulated shells of pyramidal system
Wu, J. ; Lu, X.Y. ; Li, S.C. ; Zhang, D.L. ; Xu, Z.H. ; Li, L.P. ; Xue, Y.G. ;
Structural Engineering and Mechanics, volume 55, issue 3, 2015, Pages 555~581
DOI : 10.12989/sem.2015.55.3.555
Triangular pyramid and Quadrangular pyramid elements for partial double-layer spherical reticulated shells of pyramidal system are investigated in the present study. Macro programs for six typical partial double-layer spherical reticulated shells of pyramidal system are compiled by using the ANSYS Parametric Design Language (APDL). Internal force analysis of six spherical reticulated shells is carried out. Distribution regularity of the stress and displacement are studied. A shape optimization program is proposed by adopting the sequence two-stage algorithm (RDQA) in FORTRAN environment based on the characteristics of partial double-layer spherical reticulated shells of pyramidal system and the ideas of discrete variable optimization design. Shape optimization is achieved by considering the objective function of the minimum total steel consumption, global and locality constraints. The shape optimization of six spherical reticulated shells is calculated with the span of 30m~120m and rise to span ratio of 1/7~1/3. The variations of the total steel consumption along with the span and rise to span ratio are discussed with contrast to the results of shape optimization. The optimal combination of main design parameters for six spherical reticulated shells is investigated, i.e., the number of the optimal grids. The results show that: (1) The Kiewitt and Geodesic partial double-layer spherical reticulated shells of triangular pyramidal system should be preferentially adopted in large and medium-span structures. The range of rise to span ratio is from 1/6 to 1/5. (2) The Ribbed and Schwedler partial double-layer spherical reticulated shells of quadrangular pyramidal system should be preferentially adopted in small-span structures. The rise to span ratio should be 1/4. (3) Grids of the six spherical reticulated shells can be optimized after shape optimization and the total steel consumption is optimized to be the least.
Modal characteristics of partially perforated rectangular plate with triangular penetration pattern
Jhung, Myung J. ; Jeong, Kyeong H. ;
Structural Engineering and Mechanics, volume 55, issue 3, 2015, Pages 583~603
DOI : 10.12989/sem.2015.55.3.583
There are so many applications of perforated pates with various penetration patterns. If they are penetrated regularly, it can be represented by solid plate with equivalent material properties, which has a benefit of finite element modelling and reducing computation time for the analysis. Because the equivalent material properties suggested already are not proper to be applicable for the dynamic analysis, it is necessary to extract the equivalent material properties for the dynamic analysis. Therefore, in this study, the equivalent modulus of elasticity are obtained for the perforated plate with a triangular penetration pattern by comparing the natural frequencies of the perforated plate with those of solid plate, which are represented with respect to the ligament efficacy. Using the equivalent material properties suggested, the modal analyses of the partially perforated rectangular plate with a triangular penetration pattern are performed and its applicability is shown by comparing natural frequencies of perforated and homogeneous solid plates from finite element method and analytical method.
Buckling analysis of semi-rigid gabled frames
Rezaiee-Pajand, Mohammad ; Shahabian, Farzad ; Bambaeechee, Mohsen ;
Structural Engineering and Mechanics, volume 55, issue 3, 2015, Pages 605~638
DOI : 10.12989/sem.2015.55.3.605
It is intended to perform buckling analysis of steel gabled frames with tapered members and flexible connections. The method is based on the exact solutions of the governing differential equations for stability of a gabled frame with I-section elements. Corresponding buckling load and subsequently effective length factor are obtained for practical use. For several popular frames, the influences of the shape factor, taper ratio, span ratio, flexibility of connections and elastic rotational and translational restraints on the critical load, and corresponding equivalent effective length coefficient are studied. Some of the outcomes are compared against available solutions, demonstrating the accuracy, efficiency and capabilities of the presented approach.
Simplified model to study the dynamic behaviour of a bolted joint and its self loosening
Ksentini, Olfa ; Combes, Bertrand ; Abbes, Mohamed Slim ; Daidie, Alain ; Haddar, Mohamed ;
Structural Engineering and Mechanics, volume 55, issue 3, 2015, Pages 639~654
DOI : 10.12989/sem.2015.55.3.639
Bolted joints are essential elements of mechanical structures and metal constructions. Although their static behaviour is fairly well known, their dynamic behaviour due to shocks and vibrations has been less studied, because of the large size of the finite element models needed for a detailed simulation. This work presents four different simplified models suitable for studying the dynamic behaviour of an elementary bolted joint. Three of them include contact elements to allow sliding of the screw head and the nut on the assembled parts, and the last one allows rotation between screw and nut. A penalty approach based on the Coulomb friction model is used to model contact. The results show that these models effectively represent the dynamic behaviour, with different accuracy depending on the model details. The last model simulates the self loosening of a bolt subjected to transversal vibrations.
A new analytical approach for determination of flexural, axial and torsional natural frequencies of beams
Mohammadnejad, Mehrdad ;
Structural Engineering and Mechanics, volume 55, issue 3, 2015, Pages 655~674
DOI : 10.12989/sem.2015.55.3.655
In this paper, a new and simplified method is presented in which the natural frequencies of the uniform and non-uniform beams are calculated through simple mathematical relationships. The various vibration problems such as: Rayleigh beam under variable axial force, axial vibration of a bar with and without end discrete spring, torsional vibration of a bar with an attached mass moment of inertia, flexural vibration of the beam with laterally distributed elastic springs and also flexural vibration of the beam with effects of viscose damping are investigated. The governing differential equations are first obtained and then; according to a harmonic vibration, are converted into single variable equations in terms of location. Through repetitive integrations, the governing equations are converted into weak form integral equations. The mode shape functions of the vibration are approximated using a power series. Substitution of the power series into the integral equations results in a system of linear algebraic equations. The natural frequencies are determined by calculation of a non-trivial solution for system of equations. The efficiency and convergence rate of the current approach are investigated through comparison of the numerical results obtained with those obtained from other published references and results of available finite element software.
Strength and durability of ultra fine slag based high strength concrete
Sharmila, Pichaiya ; Dhinakaran, Govindasamy ;
Structural Engineering and Mechanics, volume 55, issue 3, 2015, Pages 675~686
DOI : 10.12989/sem.2015.55.3.675
The use of ground granulated blast furnace slag (GGBFS) from steel industries waste is showing perspective application in civil engineering as partial substitute to cement. Use of such waste conserves natural resources and minimizes the space required for landfill. The GGBFS used in the present work is of ultra fine size and hence serves as micro filler. In this paper strength and durability characteristics of ultra fine slag based high strength concrete (HSC) (with a characteristic compressive strength of 50 MPa) were studied. Cement was replaced with ultra fine slag in different percentages of 5, 10, and 15% to study the compressive strength, porosity, resistances against sulfate attack, sorptivity and chloride ion penetration. The experiments to study compressive strength were conducted for different ages of concrete such as 7, 28, 56, and 90 days. From the detailed investigations with 16 mix combinations, 10% ultra fine slag give better results in terms of strength and durability characteristics.
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According to this article, the New York city council is studying a bill that would use Instant-Runoff Voting for partisan primaries for citywide office. If the bill passes, voters would then vote on whether to approve the idea.
New York City Council May Pass Bill for Instant-Runoff Voting — No Comments
I hope they don't approve that because it will effectively lock out any minor interest groups. Under IRV, the largest vote block always wins, is guaranteed to win every time, so that largest block of voters will win all the districts within the region using IRV, and that's effectively locking out any third party or independent interest groups.
The damage done by IRV is substantially greater than plurality election systems and has been highly destructive.
If they implement IRV then it may eventually lead to retaliatory actions such the creation of a top two system in California. In California, the City of San Francisco's use of IRV has probably created a power base for the Democratic Party, who could take every city district election in the city since they are the single most powerful civic group.
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Try pure proportional representation. The 9th USA Parliament has been using it for 19 consecutive years and it works great!
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IRV is FATAL for single offices.
With IRV, M loses.
50 L beats 49 R.
L = STALIN, R = HITLER, M = George Middle Washington.
How many STALIN/HITLER clones have been and will be elected using IRV ???
P.R. and nonpartisan App.V. — pending head to head math.
I don't like IRV. I like Condorcet ranked-choice voting. I have run simulations that showed that IRV led to some truly perverse results. Condorcet results seem more palatable and reasonable.
Your scenario is no more fatal to M than the current winner take all election. However, with IRV, M has a much greater chance of coming out ahead than he would under WTA. So why would that be a bad thing. We either have a system that is designed from the beginning to screw M over (WTA) or a system that gives M a fighting chance (IRV). I think I prefer a fighting chance.
I would also like to point out that under your scenario, M gained 32 votes total. That is 1 vote away from being in the second round of counting. Had one of the R-M-L voter simply switched to M-R-L, then M would have come in second. One more vote from either R or L and M would have won.
REAL public election systems operate on actual results and NOT might-be, could-be results.
How many Stalin/Hitler clones are in public offices N-O-W due to IRV ???
New York City could simply let all candidates appear on the primary ballot of every voter.
Determine the nominee of each party by IRV, and let any additional candidate that receives 10% of the total vote appear on the general elections ballot as an independent.
In actual elections, IRV almost always elects Condorcet winner — including in every single one of about 100 IRV elections in the Bay Area, several of which would have elected a non-Condorcet winner with plurality.
I think the more pertinent question is "How many Stalin/Hitler clones are in offices N-O-W due to winner take all?


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