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Best 4 condos in South Kihei Maui Vista(2 )& Kihei Kai Nani(2) just recently remodeled, Our latest condo in KKN has an amazing ocean view pictured in our primary photo
Our Paradise Will Enchant You With Its Aloha Charm. Located on Maui's sunny south shore, in close proximity to World Class Golf Courses & White Sandy Beaches. Maui Banyan Resort is situated on 10 acres of manicured Tropical grounds. The resort is complete with 3 pools, 6 tennis courts and 6 gas barbeques. We are located in Building 1 where you can will be closest to the beach and yet secluded away from the road noise (best location in MauiVista and Kihei Kai nani per many visitors)
The properties is directly across from Charley Young/Kamaole 1 and Kamaole II beaches, where you are sure to enjoy the uncrowded stretches of the white sand beach.
Our unit is situated on the ground floor just steps away from the pool. It has a magnificant expanded garden view (one condo we have in KKN with ocean view). Enjoy your morning coffee on our oversized Lanai, while delighting in the fragrance of the Plumeria tree just beyond. This newly renovated condo (May 10) that is approximately 600 sq ft will welcome you in with its Pocelain-tile flooring in the bedroom and living room and the bathroom and kitchen. Highlighted fresh paint brand new furniture all across the unit, when you have a long day at the beach come back to watch your favorite shows on the 42 HD plasma TV, Enjoy the kitchen with its full sized stove, refrigerator, microwave and dishwasher, the unit also has its OWN full size Washer / Dryer
After a full day of fun in the sun, retreat to the comfort of the queen sized bed in the bedroom while your children or guests sleep in comfort on the conveniently tucked away comfy mattress in the sofa-bed. There is ample free on site parking if you wish to rent a car. Shopping, restaurants, local markets and parks are within walking distance.
This is our little piece of paradise which we maintain with pride. We invite you to enjoy it as we do. We look forward to assisting you in planning your Maui Vacation. Please don't hesitate to contact us with questions you may have. MAHALO & ALOHA!!
|Sleeps up to 5, 1 bedrooms
|Nearest beach
|Charley Young across the street less than a minute
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|No pets allowed, No smoking at this property
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|Internet access, DVD player, Staffed property, Sea view
|Shared outdoor pool (heated)
|Air conditioning, TV, Telephone, Safe, Satellite TV, Wi-Fi available
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|1 bedroom, 2 bathrooms of which 1 Family bathrooms and 1 Shower rooms
|1 Sofa beds, Single beds (1), Dining seats for 4, Lounge seats for 1
|Linen provided, Towels provided, High chair
|Shared outdoor pool (heated), Balcony or terrace, Shared garden, BBQ
|Secure parking, Suitable for people with restricted mobility, Wheelchair users
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Infectious intestinal disease: do we know it all?
ABSTRACT Infectious intestinal disease (IID), with associated high morbidity and considerable mortality worldwide, causes a wide spectrum of illness. This ranges from mild discomfort to illness with severe complications. The economic burden from direct and indirect costs may be high. It is acquired by oral ingestion of micro-organisms which are transmitted from person to person; via food or water or through contact with animals or contaminated objects. Viruses are the commonest cause in developed countries. In Malta, medical practitioners and laboratories are the main source of data on IID. However, under-reporting is a problem. In order to fill in the lacunae in information on the disease burden, population-based-studies are required. Along with other countries, Malta has embarked on a number of studies to describe and quantify under-reporting of IID. This may assist in strengthening the surveillance system which, in combination with other measures, should result in an improvement of the control of IID.
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ABSTRACT: Diarrhoea is a problem, not only of the developing world, but also of the Western world. However, the economic implications of diarrhoeal diseases are particularly evident in the poorer countries. The most common worldwide cause of diarrhoea is intestinal infection and infants, pre-school children, the elderly, and those with congenital or acquired immunodeficiency run a high risk of contracting such infections. Diarrhoeal disease can be classified into three major clinical syndromes: acute watery diarrhoea, bloody diarrhoea, and persistent diarrhoea. A number of different micro-organisms can cause infectious diarrhoea, depending on the clinical setting. The development of oral rehydration solution has provided a simple approach to rehydration and maintenance of hydration in patients with acute watery diarrhoea, and has been implemented worldwide under the auspices of the World Health Organization. However, rehydration does not treat the diarrhoea itself, which will persist until the infection resolves. Since the drugs currently used for the treatment of diarrhoea, such as the opiate agents and antibiotics, have limitations, the search continues for a drug that acts predominantly on secretory pathways without affecting gastrointestinal motility. Novel therapeutic approaches include 5-HT(2) and 5-HT(3) receptor antagonists, calcium-calmodulin antagonists, and sigma-receptor agonists. Another approach has concentrated on the antisecretory role of the neurotransmitter, enkephalin, and has resulted in the development of the enkephalinase inhibitor, racecadotril. This drug has true antisecretory activity, and has demonstrated good efficacy and tolerability in clinical trials.International Journal of Antimicrobial Agents 03/2000; 14(1):65-9. DOI:10.1016/S0924-8579(99)00149-1 · 4.30 Impact Factor
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Opposition is true friendship.
William Blake (1757 - 1827)
Source: The Marriage of Heaven and Hell (1790)
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Pay attention to minute particulars. Take care of the little ones. Generalization and abstraction are The plea of the hypocrite, scoundrel, and knave.
The pride of the peacock is the glory of God. The lust of the goat is the bounty of God. The wrath of the lion is the wisdom of God. The nakedness of woman is the work of God.
Source: The Marriage of Heaven and Hell, Proverbs of Hell
Prisons are built with stones of Law, Brothels with bricks of Religion.
When Nations grow Old, The Arts grow Cold And Commerce settles on every Tree.
The tree which moves some to tears of joy is in the eyes of others only a green thing that stands in the way. Some see Nature all ridicule and deformity, and some scarce see Nature at all. But to the eyes of the man of imagination, Nature is Imagination itself.
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He who would do good to another must do it in Minute Particulars. General Good is the plea of the scoundrel, hypocrite, and flatterer; For Art and Science cannot exist but in minutely organized particles.
Source: Jerusalem
The most sublime act is to set another before you.
The Angel that presided o'er my birth Said 'Little creature, form'd of joy and mirth, Go, love without the help of anything on earth.'
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One looks like a typical Porsche (not a bad thing) however, the other looks like a "baby Veyron". Despite its age, the R8 is simply stunning.
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Before purchase, I reviewed that husky size chart and measured my son VERY CAREFULLY! According to the size chart 12 husky is allegedly a 31" waist, however when we received the order the tag was clearly marked 27" waist. That's a discrepancy of 4 inches, way off in my opinion, and obviously they were much too small for my son's 30" waist
Great product. It's durable and it keeps its color after multiple washes. But be sure to purchase husky if you have a child who is a little large due to the slim fit of the waist area.
i love the material that these pants are made of but the fit was WAY off. I ordered a size 10 Husky, as my grandson is a little big in the butt area. They fit like a regular 10 with no room to grow. I returned them and ordered the "George" sytle of pants instead.
Don't get me wrong the value, quality & styling are all excellent but, the double knee portion of the pants were way below my son's knee which defeats the purpose for me...
I was pleasantly surprised! I've had the worst time finding pants that fit my son properly. These fit him very well and look great. I haven't had to iron them at all, but they always look very "finished." My only minor complaint is that they seem a little narrow through the waist for a husky fit, but these are still a great pair of pants and very affordable. I will definitely buy these again.
Besides the product meeting its expectations, I was very pleased with how fast I received my product. I believe I received it within 2 days after placing the order. Thank you.
I should have been fairly warned by others that these run slim. I was so hoping they would work since the name is solid and the double-knee construction was irrisistable. Returned them, and bought George brand. Those are working fine.
I ordered these pants for my 10 year old son. I have them for my 12 year old. My 12 year old is rough on his clothes, and these have lasted. After about nine months of wear, the twelve year old tore a hole in one knee, but was pleased to tell me that it only went through one layer of the knee, and since there is another full layer at the knee, no one will notice. However, my 10 year old tried the pants on and refused to wear them, as they are very stiff and somewhat rougher than typical pants. So, the toughness can be both a positive and negative asset, depending on your preferences and sensitivities.
Sizes seem to run 'true to size'. Styling is fine; my boys did originally object to the visible "Dickies" insgnia, but the 12 year old got over it. Overall, a good buy for one son (and will keep buying them for him), but I will return the others for the second son.
the fit was way to small comparing to a 18 husky that i had purchased from other brands. had to return to the store and look elsewhere for the right fit.
wonderful customer service.
These pants fit well, are super-sturdy - will probably last my boy through the end of the school year without holes!! And were a better price than I found at most other stores. I think they might be too hot once our Tucson heat returns, but it's worth it for that sturdy material. They look stylish and cooler than most uniform pants.
I bought two of these pants for my 6 year old son at the begining of the school year along with a few other less expensive brands. Now 4 months later, all of the other brands have paint, marker, grass, food stains and holes in them but the dickies still look brand new. I won't buy another brand for him anymore...these are the best!!!
love wrinkle free , love stain resistant (even ketchup and grease, no shout) my child has flat waist and a trunk these fit him perfect. i would suggest u go to dickies.com for sizig chart!!!! I would never thought my skinny child would wear husky. you can also see the savings 19.99 starting price 4 1 pair from dickies. Shorts also great! Also will last thru more than 1 child!
I bought other uniform khaki pants for my son and he manages to put knee holes in every pair until we got these Dickies pants. No matter how rugged he plays at school, it does not rip. His only complaint is that it sometimes get really hot behind his b*tt when he sits down. LOL. I would recommend this to all parents with boys that tend to put knee holes in their pants.
I ordered these for my two boys, but needed to return the 16H...I wish they extended their sizes to 18H. These are great pants with a great fit and have proved durable so far. This is a definite staple for our school clothes closet and we will continue to purchase this product.
The price is good for this item. I have paid close to double at other stores. I like the choice of colors, they fit well and have the double knee. My son happens to love these and I'm glad I found someone that carries a good selection of colors and sizes
I have bought every brand of khakis sold. Dickies is the only school pants that exceed my standards. Great fit, double knees, stylish design and cost efficient. Better than Izod because you never have to IRON.
These are just what every boy needs..double strength at the knees!! Great boys pants and also is acceptable as school uniform! Grandma's stamp of approval!!
I bought these for my son for back to school. I hope they last longer than the brand I bought last year. They look stylish and durable.
Back to school shopping is very hectic and looking through racks for a certain size even more so. This was so convenient and easy I just selected my size and submit and my order was at my door 5 days later.


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A mechanical and electrical specification for implementing a common interoperable mechanical quick-disconnect interconnect system for use by industry for interfacing large numbers of electrical signals (digital, analog, RF, power, etc.) is provided. These large interface panels (receiver and fixture panels) are employed primarily in test systems between stimulus/measurement assets and a related un... View full abstract»


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As a furry myself, it's safe to say that a lot of what I would associate with the more "mainstream" furry movement raises my eyebrows, though I don't feel it's appropriate for me to judge, particularly if everyone involved is providing consent and nobody is being harmed.
That being said, as with many other movements, the furry fandom is plagued by the fact that the more extreme members tend to be the ones who also attract the greatest degree of media coverage and hence lead to exaggerated stereotyping.
No reporter would use me as an example of the fandom because I would fail to be entertaining.
Yep. Because I don't walk around in a fursuit talking about yiffing other fursuiters, a reporter wouldn't come within a mile of me, either. It's all about ratings and what brings them in. Nice, normal folks don't do that. Guy who walks around sniffing other people's crotches? Yep. Girl with Spock ears talking about how she's going to have a Klingon child someday? Yep.
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I see much in furry fandom that is similar to Science Fiction fandom in general..
there's a lot of non-sex orented fandom there..
an example can be found at the following..
and Trek related as well
however, there is that other element ..
and that "other element" does not make all fans of any sort of fandom..perverted..
does it?
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FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (AP) -- Missouri State's shooting prowess from
beyond the 3-point arc caught Arkansas coach Stan Heath's
attention. He didn't want his Razorbacks to get beat that way, so
he did a little tweaking on defense earlier this week.
It apparently was effective, as Missouri State hit only 2-of-11
shots from the perimeter in the first half and finished with just a
24 percent rate from long distance as the Razorbacks (7-2) took
control late in a 79-75 victory.
The Bears (6-1), who made 60 percent of their long-distance
shots in their last game against Detroit Mercy, had hit 50 percent
from long range this season before their visit to Arkansas' court.
"We knew that they were a proven team," Heath said. "They're
a tough team to play, but I thought we did a heck of a job
defending their 3-pointers. I though we had a great effort on the
defensive end."
Ronnie Brewer, who helped the Razorbacks stave off a Missouri
State rally in the second half, finished with a 19 points. Brewer
also passed the 1,000-point mark for his career when he hit a
3-pointer with 15:44 left in the game to give the Razorbacks a
7-point lead. He's the 29th Razorback to reach the 1,000-point
Missouri State coach Barry Hinson said the turning point in the
game "was when Ronnie hit the big shot" to regain the lead for
Arkansas, 67-66, with less than 4 minutes left.
"He made the biggest shot of the game," Hinson said.
Brewer said he and his teammates were prepared for a hard game.
"I just want to have the opportunity to make the big shot down
the stretch and tonight I did and I made it," he said.
Hinson said Arkansas' athleticism and height made it tough for
his Bears.
"This shut down our perimeter shooting because we aren't used
to playing against players that are 6-foot-7," the Missouri State
coach said.
Missouri State controlled much of the first half until Arkansas
went on a 12-2 run to give it a 13-point halftime lead, 44-31.
Missouri State put together a 9-1 run at the start of the second
half and regained the lead briefly, 62-61, with 7:04 left.
Steven Hill tipped in a layup to get the lead back in Arkansas'
hands, and Eric Ferguson hit a jumper from 16 feet to make it
65-62. The Bears regained the lead at the 4-minute mark, 66-65, but
Brewer blunted the threat with a driving layup that gave Arkansas
the lead for good.
Charles Thomas added 17 points for Arkansas.
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Chocolate-Chunk Pecan Pie
The earthiness of bittersweet chocolate and rich pecans melds with layers of sweet filling for a deep flavor everyone will linger around the table to savor.
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- 1½ c. all-purpose flour
- salt
- 4 tbsp. unsalted butter
- 1 stick unsalted butter
- 3 large eggs
- 1 large egg white
- 1⅓ c. chopped pecans
- 4 oz. bittersweet chocolate
- 1 c. sugar
- ¾ c. dark corn syrup
- 1 tsp. vanilla extract
- In a medium bowl, combine flour and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Using your fingertips, quickly blend in shortening and cold butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs with butter lumps. Sprinkle 1/4 cup ice-cold water over mixture and mix gently until dough begins to come together. (If dough is too dry, add up to 3 more tablespoons water, a tablespoon at a time.) Pat dough into a disk, wrap tightly with plastic wrap, and refrigerate until chilled, about 2 hours or up to 2 days.
- Roll out dough between 2 sheets of lightly floured parchment paper to an 11-inch circle. Fit dough into a 9-inch pie plate and trim edge to create 1/2-inch overhang. Tuck overhang under to form a border around rim. Using your fingers, crimp around the edges. Brush dough with egg white and chill in freezer for 20 to 30 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F with a rack positioned in middle. In a small bowl, toss together pecans and chocolate. In a medium bowl, whisk together sugar and eggs. Whisk in melted butter, corn syrup, vanilla, and 1/4 teaspoon salt. Place chilled piecrust on a baking pan. Spread half the chocolate-pecan mixture in piecrust, pour in half the filling, then repeat.
- Bake pie until filling sets and top has browned, about 1 hour. Transfer to a wire rack to cool. (The pie can be covered with plastic wrap and refrigerated up to 3 days.)
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... Laurie likes to sit on the porch and smoke a Swisher Sweet cigar every now and then. I smoke a cigar about twice a year. I bought a Cohiba so she would understand what a real cigar was supposed to taste like and we shared it. She said it's like the difference between Glenlivet and cheap bar scotch. I told her it's more like the difference between Glenlivet and rubbing alcohol. They don't have that nasty cigar smell, they are ...
Hated to leave the Santa Catalinas
... and water spots for birds on the fence of their patio, so the show of feathered-folks was ongoing. We visited until well after dark and headed back home. The moon is fairly new and is easily viewed in these dark places. The sky in the desert is a joy to see. With the clear air and lack of light, the heavenly objects seem to jump out at you. It's a great place to be!
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|Publication number
|Publication type
|Application number
|Publication date
|1 Dec 1987
|Filing date
|15 Aug 1985
|Priority date
|15 Aug 1985
|Fee status
|Publication number
|Kenneth F. Welter
|Original Assignee
|Welter Kenneth F
|Export Citation
|BiBTeX, EndNote, RefMan
|Patent Citations (37), Referenced by (46), Classifications (8), Legal Events (5)
|External Links: USPTO, USPTO Assignment, Espacenet
This invention relates generally to athletic shoes and more specifically to a shock absorbing assembly for an athletic shoe.
Recently there has been an increased awareness of the many benefits associated with being physically fit. One particular form of exercise used ro achieve and maintain physical fitness has been running or jogging.
Most joggers have a running style in which the heel strikes initially, after which the foot is rolled successively forwardly to the mid-part of the foot, tne metatarsals and the toes which provide tne impetus for the next stride. A minority of joggers simply land substantially on the full lengtn of the foot.
A recent study estimates that 34 million Americans run or jog on a regular basis. The exercise of jogging is accompanied for many runners with nagging muscular and skeletal injuries such as tendonitis, shin splints and joint problems, especially in the knee and foot. The upper and lower leg and intermediate knee joint actually operate as a shock absorber during running. Since the knee joint is one of the most fragile joints of the body, it is very desirable to reduce the forces acting upon the knee joint as much as possible.
The muscular and joint skeletal injuries are augmented by the fact that running causes a force of two to three times the body weight on the runner which must be absorbed by the muscular-skeletal structure of the leg and body. An isolated impact causes minimal harm, but for a jogger who runs several miles every day, the repetitive forces frequently cause muscular and joint discomfort in the knee, foot and leg.
Some runners are so-called "full foot strikers" while others are so-called "heel strikers". The "heel strikers" run so as to cause the heel initially to contact or strike the ground. Thereafter, the foot is rolled forwardly into successive ground contact throughout its entire length, and " push off" for the next stride is provided by the metatarsal and toe areas of the foot. The "full foot strikers" run so that the entire length of each foot strikes the ground at substantially the same time, and "push off" mechanics for the next strike is generally accomplished as in the case of "heel strikers" pointed out above.
In either case, depending upon the muscular skeletal structure of the foot, knee, upper and lower leg, and hip, the upright or vertical axis of the foot is generally not in alignment with the vertical or upright axis of the lower leg. When the foot axis is inclined inwardly of the leg axis, this condition is referred to as "pronation" of the foot. When the foot axis is inclined outwardly of the leg axis, this condition is referred to as "supinaiton" of the foot.
The majority of runners have a foot and leg conformation causing pronation of the foot. Limited pronation (up to an angle of 10�) is believed to be desirable as being a natural motion which absorbs some of the impact forces when a jogger's foot strikes the ground. However, excessive pronation exerts excessive force and torque on the foot and knee to a magnified degree often resulting in injury, muscular discomfort and joint discomfort in the knee, foot and leg.
The minority of runners have a foot and leg conformation causing supination of the foot. Again, from a force and torque standpoint as pointed out above, excessive supination likewise causes the undesirable effects referred to above.
For the past decade designers have attempted to create jogging shoes by striking a balance among the factors of durability, cushioning, reduced weight, flexibility and stability to the heel and foot itself. Many prior art designs of running shoes utilize cushioning material in an attempt to ease the forces applied to the knee, foot and leg during running. A cushioning material commonly used in the midsole and heel areas of a shoe is a plastic foam formed from a mixture of ethylene vinyl and acetate. This plastic foam includes a myriad of tiny, variable sized gas bubbles, each bubble being encapsulated by a wall of the plastic foam. Such a plastic foam absorbs shock forces in running but has exhibited poor durability because of the breakdown in the plastic foam walls during use which greatly decreases the cushioning property of the plastic foam. Furthermore, such plastic foam materials exhibit relatively high degrees of hysteresis during loading resulting in inefficient use of energy and do not provide a sufficient degree of stability to the foot during running.
More recently shoe midsole and heel materials are being made from polyurethane foam. This foam also contains a myriad of tiny air spaces somewhat in bubble form but these air spaces are connected by tortuous pathways somewhat like the interstices of a sponge. This type of structure allows air to migrate from one portion of the midsole to another when the foam is compressed. It is more durable than the bubble plastic foam, but is firmer and has less of a cushioning effect. Additionally, it has the same deficiencies as other elastomeric materials, as pointed out above.
Alternate prior art shock absorbing means for shoes utilize various forms of metal springs, such as coils or cantilevers, or pockets of oil or air in the heel area of the shoe. However, results obtained from any of these methods have proven only partially satisfactory, often resulting in a shoe more difficult and expensive to produce.
Further, none of the aforementioned shock absorbing means provide a structure which will substantially and effectively cradle the heel during jogging; which will provide added stability to the heel and foot during running; which has a useful life greater than the life of the shoe; and which has predictable resilient flexibility to cushion the heel and thereafter reapply a substantial portion of the absorbed force to the heel during a stride in running.
The present invention is directed to overcoming one or more of the problems as set forth above.
An object of this invention is to provide a new and improved shock absorbing assembly for an athletic shoe wherein a resiliently flexible plate having the mechanical attributes of a beam supports the heel of a person wearing the shoe. The plate or beam is supported at each of its opposite ends by a pair of laterally spaced, relatively non-compressible (i.e. firm) supports which are part of the heel portion of the shoe. A chamber is preferably provided in the heel portion beneath the plate, although a readily compressible material could be used beneath the plate and between the supports. Thus during running, the forces caused by the shoe heel striking a surface will deflect the plate arcuately downwardly into the chamber to absorb the forces and cradle the runner's heel, the plate assuming a substantially uniform curve laterally throughout its length when subjected to said forces. The plate has the physical properties of elasticity and resilient flexibility so that it quickly returns to its original shape as the applied forces are withdrawn. The dimensions of the plate may be varied depending upon the weight of the runner and the particular forces which are applied. The material used need have predictable properties so that similarly formed plates will perform in the same manner. Preferably the plate has sufficient resistance to the applied forces so that, under anticipated loading, energy absorption is maximized while at the same time the arcuately deflected plate is prevented from striking the bottom of the chamber in the heel portion.
Another object is to provide a shock absorbing assembly for removable mounting in an athletic shoe, the assembly having a resilient metal plate to support the heel of a person wearing the shoe and being of a thickness to be arcuately downwardly deflected by pressure applied by said person upon the metal plate. The metal plate is supported and retained at each end by a pair of laterally spaced slightly compressible, but firm, supports as referred to above. Also secured to the metal plate, on the side opposite the supports, is an insole member made of a relatively soft compressible material, the insole member being of a shape to fit inside the athletic shoe. The shock absorbing assembly also includes means intermediate the spaced supports (a chamber or readily compressible material) to permit downward deflection of the metal plate between said supports caused by the weight of the person wearing the shoes. The application of downward pressure on the heel portion by the person wearing the shoe with the shock assembly downwardly deflects the resilient plate and cradles the heel of said person.
A further object of this invention is to provide a shock absorbing assembly for an athletic shoe having a resilient metal plate which includes forward projecting fingers to provide greater comfort to the person wearing the athletic shoe.
FIG. 1 is a perspective view of an athletic shoe using the present invention;
FIG. 2 is a detailed view showing the midsole and heel area of the shoe in FIG. 1;
FIG. 3 is an enlarged cross section taken as indicated along line 3--3 in FIG. 1, the section being taken just below the insole and above the plate;
FIG. 4 is a further enlarged cross section taken as indicated along line 4--4 in FIG. 1;
FIG. 5 is a broken perspective view of the sole portion of a shoe, with the insole and upper portion of the shoe removed, showing the plate of the present invention being deflected by heel applied forces;
FIG. 6 is an enlarged cross section taken as indicated along line 6--6 of FIG. 5;
FIG. 7 is an exploded view of an alternate embodiment of the present invention;
FIG. 8 is a plan view of the embodiment of FIG. 7 taken from the underside of FIG. 7;
FIG. 9 is a cross section taken as indicated along 9--9 of FIG. 8; and
FIG. 10 is a cross section, similar to that in FIG. 9, of a further embodiment of the present invention showing an alternate form of plate and spaced supports for the plate.
Referring first to FIG. 1, there is shown a typical running or jogging shoe 20. The jogging shoe 20 has an upper 22 which surrounds the sides and top of the foot, and an outsole 24 generally consisting of a layer of durable rubber with a pattern of treads or studs.
A midsole 26, shown in FIG. 2, is a layer of padding for providing cushioning for a foot of a person wearing the shoe 20. The midsole includes a heel portion 28 located at the back end of the shoe. In the preferred embodiment of the present invention, the heel portion 28 of the midsole 26 has a raised heel wedge 30 secured thereto. A relatively non-compressible material is preferably used for said heel wedge 30.
The heel wedge 30 is generally horseshoe shaped to conform with the shape at the back end of the shoe 20 within which it is mounted. An upper rim 31 of the heel wedge 30 affords a raised surface providing a hollowed out chamber or section 32 extending between opposite sides of the rim. This chamber may be filled with a readily compressible material. Indentations or seats 34, 36 (each with fore and aft abutments) are formed in each of the opposite sides of the rim 31. The dimensions of the indentations 34, 36 are determined by the width and thickness of a plate 38 which is supported and retained at each of its opposite end portions in the seats 34, 36. The indentations or seats 34, 36 thereby act as laterally spaced supports for the plate 38. The plate 38 may be formed of any material having the physical properties as described hereinabove.
The plate 38 is preferably formed of a resiliently flexible metal, for example, 0.035 inch thick stainless steel, alloyed and heat treated to maximize yield strength and to ensure retention of resilient flexibility throughout its life in a running shoe. While this gauge of steel may be used in the preferred embodiment, adjustments in the dimensions of the steel may be made according to the size and weight of the person using the shoe containing the plate.
While FIG. 2 shows the heel wedge 30 as being of unitary construction, this support could in fact be provided by two individual spaced support members located at opposite sides of the heel portion 28 of the midsole 26.
The metal plate 38 includes end portions 40 and 42 with the space between the end portions being sized so as to support the heel of a person wearing the shoe 20. The precise thickness of the metal plate 38 used will be that necessary for the metal plate 38 to be arcuately downwardly deflected by pressure applied by said person on the metal plate.
Additionally, the metal plate 38 has a plurality of forward projecting fingers 44 positioned laterally across the front edge 46 of the metal plate 38 for providing a comfortable transition from high contact pressure during heel impact to zero contact pressure without undesirable stiffening of the forward edge 46 of the metal plate 38. Without the forward projecting fingers 44, the front edge 46 of the metal plate 38 may cause some discomfort each time pressure is applied, and subsequently released, against this forward edge 46.
While the particular finger 44 profile may take on varying shapes, in the preferred embodiment the tip 48 of the finger 44 is considerably wider than that portion closest to the forward edge 46 of the metal plate 38. The fingertips are broad in order to spread out the effect of the contact pressure exhibited by the metal plate 38.
The shoe 20 also has an insole 49 secured in the normal manner throughout its length within the shoe, said insole in the heel portion being positioned above the heel wedge 30 and midsole 26. The insole may be made of a soft compressible material, such as foam or leather, to support the bottom of the foot. As can be seen from FIGS. 2-4, the insole 49, seats 34,36, and their abutments cooperate to maintain plate end portions 40,42 and plate 38 in its operative position at all times.
As better illustrated in FIG. 4, when the shoe is not in use the metal plate 38 will remain in a virtually horizontal plane. The metal plate 38 is also shown, in dashed lines, in the downwardly deflected position which it would assume when downward pressure is applied on the metal plate 38. Although not shown, in some cases, it may be desirable to provide the metal plate 38 with a concave surface within which the heel can rest with no heel forces applied.
FIG. 5 shows (without the insole) a cut away view of an athletic shoe 20 having the shock absorbing assembly of the present invention while the shoe is being worn. As discussed above, a heel 50 of a person's foot 52 is resting on the metal plate 38. When downward pressure is applied by the heel 50, such as when the heel portion of shoe 20 strikes the ground while running, the metal plate 38 will be arcuately downwardly deflected to form a longitudinal trough as shown in FIG. 6. In determining the thickness of the metal to be used, there are at least two general considerations. First, as discussed above, the metal plate 38 should be dimensioned such that it will resiliently deflect downwardly under pressure, as shown. Secondly, the metal plate 38 should have sufficient resistance to downward deflection so that under maximum anticipated load the bottom of the metal plate 38 will just come in contact with the bottom portion of the hollowed out area 32 of the heel wedge 30. Any loading beyond maximum anticipated load will allow the metal plate 38 to "bottom out" into the heel wedge which serves as a secondary (albeit less efficient) shock absorber, and a support to prevent permanent deformation of plate 38.
As can be seen with reference to FIG. 6, an important feature of the shock absorbing assembly of the present invention is the ability of the metal plate 38 to arcuately deflect laterally so as to cradle the heel 50 and to provide added stability to the entire foot of a jogger.
The plate 38, when arcuately deflected during running, also exerts a limiting influence tending to restrict both excessive pronation and supination. With the heel under load cradled within the arcuately downwardly deflected plate, the heel must roll upwardly on the plate toward plate end portion 42 during pronation which tends to limit the ability of the remainder of the foot to turn inwardly. Conversely, in supination, the heel must roll upwardly on the plate toward plate end portion 40 during supination which tends to limit the ability of the remainder of the foot to turn outwardly. Thus the cradling of the heel in the instant invention is firm, stable, uniform and secure, as contrasted with elastomers in which excessive pronation or supination is enhanced by the failure of the elastomer to stabilize the foot.
The plate 38 is preferably formed slightly narrower at its rear end portion than at its midportion and forward portion, as shown in FIG. 3. Thus the plate, by virtue of its beam-like properties, arcuately deflects more readily in its longer mid and forward portions as compared to its shorter rear end portion. Such slight difference in deflection under load provides a slight smooth downwardly curved surface extending from the rear forwardly of the plate to afford intimate and close conformance of the plate to the heel during running. The effect of movement of this nature is that the metal plate 38 cradles the heel area 50 thereby providing added stability while jogging.
Furthermore, the use of metal plate 38 in the form of a beam results in a construction substantially more durable than is available with elastomeric materials used in prior art shoes. Because of its physical properties, metal plates 38 (as herein described) can be produced with greater uniformity from piece to piece which affords more consistent and predictable results in the manufacturing process and during usage.
Also, by using a resilient metal plate 38, along with a slightly resilient, but firm, heel wedge 30, a shock absorbing assembly is provided where principally the metal plate will deflect and absorb the forces or energy thus allowing the heel wedge 30 and the midsole 26 to be made of firmer, thinner and lighter materials as such parts need no longer exhibit primary shock absorbency properties. As pointed out above, because of the inherent nature of elastomers, such materials exhibit high hysteresis during a loading cycle resulting in wasted energy which converts principally into heat during running.
The structure as hereinbefore discussed is utilized when the shock absorbing assembly of the present invention is included in an athletic shoe by the original equipment manufacturer. FIG. 7 shows an exploded view of an alternate embodiment of the present invention wherein a shock absorbing assembly 58 may be provided as an insertable insole for prior art shoes.
A pair of laterally spaced support members 60 and 62 are constructed of a slightly resilient, but firm, material. As shown, the support members may be linked together in a horseshoe fashion to provide a unitary support member 64. The metal plate 38 is of similar construction to that discussed above, and may be secured in any known fashion, such as by adhesive, to the two laterally spaced support members 60 and 62. Further provided is an insole member 66 which may be made of a material such as leather or foam. The insole 66 is also secured to the metal plate 38 by any known method.
The completed construction, as shown in FIGS. 8 and 9, is intended to be placed inside a prior art shoe with the laterally spaced support members 60 and 62 resting in the heel area of the shoe. The support members 60 and 62 will again provide a hollow chamber area 68 through which the metal plate 38 may be deflected when downward pressure is applied. In this manner, the benefits of the shock absorbing assembly of the present invention may be obtained while using any prior art shoes previously available. Further, because of the long life resulting from the durability of the metal plate 38 the shock absorbing assembly 58 can be retained after a pair of shoes is discarded and subsequently be used in a different pair of shoes.
FIG. 10 shows a cross section, similar to that of FIG. 9, of still another embodiment of the present invention. A metal plate 69, similar to the metal plate 38 previously discussed, further comprises an integral configuration with lateral sides formed downwardly and inwardly. The downward portions 70 and 72 along with the inward portions 74 and 76 replace the laterally spaced support members 60 and 62. In this embodiment, the metal plate 69 continues to operate as a beam, with the structure consisting essentially of two parts, the metal plate 69 and the insole member 66. Here again, the metal plate 69 and insole 66 may be secured by any known means, such as adhesives.
The metal plate 69 is again of a thickness sufficient to allow the beam to be arcuately downwardly deflected between its opposite sides when pressure is applied by the person on the metal plate. The plate 69 performs or functions in the same manner as discused above in relation to the other embodiments.
Although the structures of FIGS. 7-10 have been described in relation to an insertable insole, such structures may also be incorporated in original equipment athletic shoes if desired.
The use of resilient metal plate in the form of a beam being supported at its ends by a pair of laterally spaced support members provides an improved shock absorbing assembly for an athletic shoe over that available in the prior art. Test results have shown that forces on the muscular-skeletal structure of the leg (particularly the fragile knee joint) are substantially diminished by utilizing the instant invention as compared to running shoes utilizing only elastomeric materials. Furthermore, the structure of the present invention is more durable, more consistent and predictable in nature and maintains comfort and added stability for the person wearing the shoe while running or jogging.
The force or shock absorbing qualities of the present invention are retained in complete measure throughout the life of the shoe. Improved stability is provided for the heel and foot during running by the resilient cradling action of the steel plate or beam upon the heel. Furthermore, the plate or beam has consistent and predictable resilient flexibility which provides improved uniform cushioning from shoe to shoe in the manufacturing process and during use. The assembly not only absorbs the applied force but also reapplies a substantial portion of the absorbed force to the heel during a stride in running.
The foregoing description is given for clearness of understanding only and no unnecessary limitations should be implied therefrom, as modifications will be obvious to those skilled in the art.
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Effective date: 19951206


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|Publication number
|Publication type
|Application number
|Publication date
|May 25, 1993
|Filing date
|Nov 22, 1991
|Priority date
|Nov 22, 1991
|Fee status
|Publication number
|Joseph F. Rando
|Original Assignee
|Export Citation
|BiBTeX, EndNote, RefMan
|Patent Citations (15), Referenced by (53), Classifications (10), Legal Events (9)
|External Links: USPTO, USPTO Assignment, Espacenet
1. Field Of The Invention
The field of the present invention relates generally to bar code scanning devices. More particularly, the field of the present invention relates to a modular, handheld or fixed scanner for reading an optical bar code by means of a scanning laser beam.
2. The Prior Art
Conventional point of sale (POS) bar code label readers in use today are of two general categories, fixed and handheld. Fixed scanners are typically mounted in a counter top and are typically used in supermarkets where there is a well established flow of goods along a predetermined item path from one location to another. An example of such a conventional fixed scanner is described in U.S. Pat. No. 4,939,355 and in references cited therein. The scan lines produced by such a scanner are directed generally to the package along its path. In addition, the scan lines are directed at many angles to facilitate reading the bar code label at any orientation. This category has the advantage of freeing the checker's hands to move the item past the scanner.
In the second category, the scanner is held in the hand of the checker or sales person. In this case, there may be no fixed flow of goods, but rather the labeled items may be located in different directions from the checker or sales person. For example, in many POS locations, a large counter is used and the goods may come from either end of the counter. In such applications, a handheld scanner is most useful because the scanner can be directed to the label wherever it appears. Such scanners are described in U.S. Pat. Nos. 4,760,248 and 4,825,057, for example. This type of scanner generally produces a single line scan pattern which is repeated several times a second. This scan line is generally horizontal but can be rotated and pointed by the operator to scan across all the bars of the bar code label.
In some POS applications, a fixed scanner is required because the flow of goods along an item path is well defined. At other times, a handheld scanner is required because the labeled items may be coming from different directions. There is therefore a need for a scanner which can perform the functions of a fixed scanner and also the functions of a handheld scanner. Such a scanner which could be rapidly and conveniently converted from functioning as a fixed scanner to functioning as a handheld scanner would be very useful in POS applications which have widely different needs and differing item paths.
It would also be extremely advantageous from a cost and efficiency perspective, if a single bar code scanner could be designed as a modular component of a scanning system. Such a scanning device, in a first module, would be employed for unrestricted, multidirectional handheld scanning of various items. The scanner could then be changed to a second configuration for accurate scanning from a fixed location with respect to a well defined item path. Ideally, the scanner should be freely and quickly interchangeable between modules without any down time for modification and without any adverse impact o scanning performance.
In order to achieve the foregoing and other objectives, a modular bar code scanning system is described. According to one aspect of the invention, the present scanner can be used for both scanning categories, that is for all fixed scanning of items along a well defined item path, as well as for handheld applications.
In a first module, the present device comprises a handheld scanner which functions in a normal fashion. It is held by a sales person to freely scan items at a point of sale which are not confined to an item path. Such a scanner produces a focused beam typically forming a scan line which is optimum for its us as a handheld scanner. This device also includes a means for scanning the beam and means for collecting reflected light from a bar code label including means for decoding bar code information.
In accordance with an aspect of this invention, when the handheld scanner is inserted into a second module, a fixed scanner is created. The second module includes a mechanical mounting arrangement which allows the handheld scanner to be easily and conveniently inserted to form a fixed scanner for accurately resolving the bar code labels of items moving on an item path. The second module may also include optics for reforming the scanning beam for optimally resolving, from a fixed position, a bar code label of items in the item path. Pattern mirrors and a motor driven mirror scan the laser beam in different directions to form a substantially omnidirectional pattern. Insertion of the handheld scanner into the second module can also activate a scanning means such as a motor a driven polygonal mirror or a piezoelectrically driven tilted mirror or a solenoid activated mirror for scanning from a fixed location, and, or deactivate the scanning motor within the handheld scanner. A low power telescope in the second module can make the beam smaller or larger as needed to produce a beam waist at a desired location. Similarly, a single negative or positive lens or mirror can be used to reposition the spot to an optimum location for resolving a bar code label. The reflected light from the label can be collected by optics within the second module and the information contained therein can then be decoded in accordance with well known techniques. Alternatively, the collection means and decoding means of the handheld scanner can. also be employed in the second module
An object of the present invention is to reduce the cost and size of POS stations which require both a handheld scanning capability and a fixed scanning capability. In the preferred embodiment, the incremental cost of providing a fixed scanner includes the cost of the housing, connection hardware, mirrors and the mirror or scanning element. This represents a significant savings over the cost of a separate fixed scanner and a handheld scanner. The counter area of a POS location is used to display items for sale and is therefore considered very costly in terms of space. The reduced size of the combined fixed and handheld scanner of the present invention therefore makes valuable space available for sale purposes. Another advantage of the smaller size of the combined fixed and handheld scanner of the present invention is an increase of spatial freedom which improves the ergonomics of the POS station.
The performance of the scanner according to the present invention in the fixed application can be enhanced by careful design of the individual components. For example, the spot size at the scan plane may be obtained by using a weak telescope to magnify the entire scan beam. The light from the label is scattered in a specular and diffuse reflection will be collected more efficiently through the telescope. Preferably, the pattern mirrors are coated for high reflectivity to avoid loss of optical power. The scanning of the beam can be done by combining the scanning of the handheld scanner with additional scanning by a mirror downstream of the handheld scanner. Alternatively, all the scanning can be accomplished by a rotating polygonal mirror. In the latter case, the scanning mechanism in the handheld scanner is deactivated when polygon scanning is activated.
FIG. 1 is a perspective view of a generic handheld scanner showing a typical scan line.
FIG. 2 is a perspective view of a generic fixed scanner installation showing a typical scan pattern.
FIG. 3 is a perspective cut-away view showing how the handheld scanner is insertable into the fixed scanner module for redirecting the scan beams in accordance with the present invention.
FIG. 4 is a side view of the handheld scanner in its mount with optics for re-imaging the beam and scanning means in accordance with the present invention.
Referring now to FIG. 1, a generic handheld scanner 1 has a built-in scanning and light collection subsystem. The handheld scanner 1 includes a source of laser light and produces a focused beam which scans a locus of points forming scan line 2 for resolving a bar code label. Detected light returning from a bar code label being scanned is collected by optical collection means within the scanner and is electronically processed by circuits within the handheld scanner unit 1 in accordance with well known techniques. The processed signal containing the item information decoded by the processing circuitry is sent via a cable 6 to the next instrument for further processing or data handling. A switch 8 selectively activates the handheld scanner when it is in the hand of the user The handheld scanner 1 is used for scanning oversize items or items which are not confined to an item path, and comprises a first module of the present modular scanning system.
Referring now to FIG. 2, a conventional POS station is shown with a scanner built into the counter top 10. The scanning beam 11 passes through the window 12 making a scan pattern 14 on a package 16 being scanned. The flow of goods is generally from right to left in FIG. 2.
Referring now to FIG. 3, a preferred embodiment of the present invention comprises a modular scanning system wherein a handheld scanner 20 is mounted in a holder means 21. The holder means 21 includes means for positively capturing the handheld scanner unit 20 and for establishing a mechanical relationship between the handheld scanner unit 20 and holder means 21 The fastening of the handheld scanner 20 into the holder means 21 also can automatically activate a switch (such as switch 8 as shown in FIG. 1) which turns on the handheld scanning unit 20 and activates the scanning laser beam 11 as shown. In this configuration, the handheld scanner functions in a second module as a fixed scanner producing a beam which is scanned in an omnidirectional pattern to provide an optimal scanning region for resolving bar code labels of items on a defined item path.
According to one aspect of the present modular scanning system, in the second or fixed mode, separate scanning means are provided for scanning the beam from the handheld scanner in a locus of positions which define an ideal scanning plane for resolving the bar code labels of items moving along a predetermined item path.
A mirror 24 is mounted on a cantilever beam 34 which is fastened through base member 22 to a wall or housing beneath counter top 10. The counter top 10 preferably defines an item path. The mirror 24 reflects the laser beam 11 and scans the line pattern produced by the handheld scanner 20 to sweep a volume in space. This is the scan volume in which the label will be read. When the handheld unit 20 is inserted in its holding means 21, the scanning beams 11 are directed to a set of fixed pattern mirrors 26 located in the same housing beneath window 12. The pattern mirrors 26 convert a single broad scan line into three or more lines, two of which can be nearly vertical. Advantageously, this scan pattern enables the scanning unit 20 in accordance with the present invention to read bar code labels of items moving on an item path, from a fixed position without the need for orientation of the items.
FIG. 4 shows the scanning and optics of a preferred embodiment of a modular handheld scanner employed in a second module, that is, as a fixed scanner in accordance with the present invention. A large negative lens 32 is disposed for focusing the laser beam 33 projected from the scanner unit 20. The large negative lens 32 combines with a positive lens 34 to allow the imaging of the spot to the desired location above the window 12 The mirror 26 directs the scanning beam 33 through the positive lens 34 and through window 12 to form an appropriate scan line. Preferably, the embodiment is able to produce at least one scan line at substantially right angles to other scan lines. The scan lines thus project upwardly through the mirror 12 to scan a locus of lines which define an idealized scanning region for resolving a bar code label. The mirror 26 provides a beam directing means for directing the beam 33 through the positive lens 34. The positive lens 34 provides a means for forming a beam waist at a desired location wherein the beam 33 is sufficiently focused to resolve the bar code lines.
Those skilled in the art will understand that the optical power delivered by the lenses 32 and 34 can be incorporated in the mirror surfaces such as mirrors 24 and 26. This greatly reduces the cost and complexity of the design. Other optical modifications using additional lenses and mirrors also may be incorporated in the design.
In accordance with another aspect of the modular scanning system, a resonant scanning means is provided for efficiently scanning the beam from the handheld unit to produce a locus of scan lines defining an enlarged scan volume for scanning items moving along a predetermined item path.
A first end of cantilever beam 35 is rigidly attached to the mirror 24. A second end of cantilever beam 35 attaches to a base 37 which is firmly held in a part of the housing. A coil 36 is disposed in proximity to the base 37 of cantilever beam 35. Leads, not shown, are provided for applying an alternating current to the coil 36 in accordance with well known techniques. The coil 36 is attracted and repelled by a permanent magnet 38 depending on the direction of current flowing through the coil 36. One skilled in the mature art of magnetics will be able to devise other efficient means of exciting the mechanical system.
In accordance with one aspect of the invention, the mirror 24 and cantilever beam 35 are a resonant mechanical system. That is, a small amount of alternating current at the resonant frequency of the system applied through the coil 36 is adequate to produce the required deflections of the cantilever beam. The deflections of resonant cantilever beam 35 are chosen so a to direct the laser beam 33 into a locus of lines defining an ideal scanning region. The mirror 24 cooperates with the pattern mirrors 26 to convert the beam 33 into three or more scan lines, two of which can be nearly vertical. As set forth above, this scan pattern enables bar code labels to be read without the need for orientation of the item.
Since the mirror 24 and cantilever beam 35 are a resonant mechanical system, only a small amount of current at the resonant frequency of this system is required to produce the required deflections and thus the scanning of beam 33.
The apparatus according to the present invention provides a modular scanning system which employs a single handheld laser unit for both handheld and fixed scanning applications. In a first module, a handheld scanner is provided for scanning items from any direction at a point of sale. In a second configuration, the same handheld scanner unit is simply and efficiently converted to a fixed scanner. The second module supplements and reconfigures the scanner line of the first module for efficient scanning with a fixed flow of goods. The modular scanner in a fixed application includes means for scanning the beam in a locus of lines which define an ideal scanning region for resolving the bar code labels of items moving on a predetermined item path. The present scanner in the fixed mode also includes improved optical means for focusing the beam waist at an optimal location for resolving bar code labels of items as they move along the item path.
Accordingly, the present modular scanning system provides the advantages of both a handheld and fixed scanner at a cost only slightly greater than the cost of the handheld scanner. The present device is very efficient and inexpensive to manufacture due to the small number of parts required. The present modular system enables a handheld scanner to also function as a fixed scanner for scanning a predetermined flow of goods along an item path without any loss of resolution or scanning efficiency. Also, the present invention enables the same scanner unit to be instantly removed from its fixed position and to function as a handheld scanner to facilitate the reading of a bar code label of items positioned in any orientation at a point of sale location or to scan oversize items which can not move along a predetermined item path. The modular handheld or fixed scanner in accordance with present invention has extreme flexibility in comparison with conventional bar code scanners and is adaptable to a wide variety of applications.
While the invention has been described in connection with what is presently considered to be the most practical and preferred embodiments, it is to be understood that the invention is not limited to the disclosed embodiment, but on the contrary, is intended to cover various modifications and equivalent arrangements included within the spirit and scope of the appended claims. For example, multiple resonant cantilever beams and mirror systems could be employed for scanning the laser beam of the modular scanning unit into multiple scanning planes, some being at right angles to others, in order to read any bar code label moved through the scanning region above the window. However, in such a structure the device still provides a modular scanner for application in either a hand held or fixed mode. Therefore, persons of ordinary skill in this field are to understand that all such equivalent structures are to be included within the scope of the following claims.
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