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When I plug in my external hard-drive when running KDE, it prompts me to mount the device (by clicking an icon, no sudo involved), and once I've done that I am the owner of the files. This is great.
When using other window managers (awesome, fluxbox, etc), I have to mount manually (
sudo mount...) and thus root becomes the owner.
sudo chown -R myname /mount_point just gives me "operation not permitted" errors. How can I make myself as user the owner of the file system on the external drive?
I use this drive for backups and having to do that as root is tedious (and I wouldn't be surprised if it's dangerous as well).


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In a sentence like "The answer is 0.8." the period looks awkward after "0.8". Is there a rule for a situation like this? Sometimes I put a space before the period like this: "The answer is 0.8 ." However, that looks awkward too.
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Well, you have two options:
Either rewrite the sentence or paragraph so it doesn't end with the number, or write it as you should with any normal sentence and put a period at the end:
That looks much neater to me than
If you're not dealing with mathematics or plain numbers, then another approach is to mention the units (which is often a good idea anyway):
When we use a number without a decimal point at the end of a sentence, we use a period in a way we use it after the last word. The same rule should be applied for ending the sentence whether it ends with a word or a number, with or without a decimal. If you refer to some accounting books, they use it the same way you have used in your example.
It doesn't look strange to me, and it's not wrong.
Certainly, you don't want to
The other advice you received is good:
I will write it as: The answer is 0·8. I have used an interpunct (

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STEUBENVILLE - A warm fire and the camaraderie of men preparing a Christmas feast were evident as soon as the visitor walked up to the large barbecue pit where three pigs and a number of chickens were slowly turning over the flames.
"I have been helping with this since I was 3 years old. That's more than 50 years now and we are passing the tradition on to the young men," explained Mark Vukelic.
Members of four area families gathered at Vukelic's home at 6 a.m. Sunday to roast the pigs and chickens that will be shared today at the Christmas feast.
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ORTHODOX CHRISTMAS FEAST TODAY — Four families gathered Sunday at the Mark Vukelic home in Steubenville to roast three pigs and 30 chickens for an Orthodox Christmas feast today. Keeping an eye on the fire were, from left, Robert Busick, Nick Busick and Vukelic. - Dave Gossett
ORTHODOX CHRISTMAS FEAST TODAY — Four families gathered Sunday at the Mark Vukelic home in Steubenville to roast three pigs and 30 chickens for an Orthodox Christmas feast today. Keeping an eye on the fire were, from left, Robert Busick, Nick Busick and Vukelic.
-- Dave Gossett
"We respect the traditional Christmas season but we follow the older calendar. We celebrate the birth of Christ and Christianity. We have been fasting and not eating meat or dairy products for the past 30 days. So we will all enjoy a Christmas feast on Monday," Vukelic said.
"This is a Christian feast we will enjoy," he added.
Christmas Eve services began Sunday night with the blessing and burning of the yule log, along with the traditional Christmas vigil service.
"We are all Orthodox Christians celebrating Christmas. The priest at each church celebrates the same service but in a different language. We have Serbian Orthodox, Greek Orthodox and Russian Orthodox here today. We all celebrate the Christmas services the same way.
"The rotissierie was built by Nick Busic's father years ago. After this year I am giving the barbecue and equipment to Nick's son Robert, who will be married later this year. He will be carrying on the tradition that was started here by our grandfathers," said Vukelic.
A CD of a male Serbian chorus played softly nearby.
"Those are Serbian Christmas songs," said Vukelic, who sat on a porch overseeing the fire.
"This is when children and family members come home for our Christmas. I know a lot of children grow up and have to leave the area for a job. But they always want to come home for Christmas," cited Jim Mavromatis who was joined by his brothers, Nick and Mike.
"This is when our families come together," Vukelic stated.
Photos hang from a wall in Vukelic's house showing the feast preparations by mothers and fathers and grandparents.
"My grandfather was like a surgeon when he cut the meat for our Christmas dinner. This tradition has been going on for years and will hopefully continue for many more years. This is a special day for all of us and you can see these men take the barbecue seriously but also enjoy the time together," Mavromatis said.
Nick Busic pulled a piece of corrugated steel in front of the fire to maintain the heat on the slowly turning meat and welcome the visitor to the roast.
"It is a beautiful day for this. Today is about Christmas and family," he said.
The Christmas Divine Liturgy will begin this morning at the local Orthodox churches.
Services also will be held Tuesday, the second day of Christmas, dedicated to the mother of God and to St. Stephen on Wednesday.
"We do this again for Easter when we will roast a spring lamb. This is our tradition and about our religion and will always be important to all of us," said Vukelic.


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What's a New Mexico State?
- 7:11 p.m. Nov. 24, 2012
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Bronco needs to figure out why his teams come out flat at times. It's not
that common versus lesser opponents, but BYU's done it during Bronco's
tenure versus good opponents. Bronco's been a head coach long enough that
he shouldn't be learning new things like this.
Nice win, and kudos to Lark for being able to live the dream so well!
- 7:17 p.m. Nov. 24, 2012
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Ok the opponent was weak but no one could have watched that game and not been impressed with Lark's release and skills. So much fun to watch a passing game that was vintage BYU football. Now we get one more game with "Rudy" starting at quarterback and back to an offense that Doman is more comfortable calling. I for one can't wait. :)
- 7:19 p.m. Nov. 24, 2012
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Well Juice Box, granted beating NMSU isn't anything to brag about but since you asked, New Mexico State is the team that beat Sacramento State 49-19. That's the same Sacramento State that beat Colorado 30-28. You know, Colorado Utah's new rival. Shouldn't you be commenting on Utah's squeaker of a victory over Colorado?
- 7:54 p.m. Nov. 24, 2012
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Boy are you ever reach'n. The same team that beat Sac State that beat Colorado. Typical byu fan using other teams to try and make a point about Utah. Nice try and what the heck did Utah have to do with byu beating one of the 5 worst teams in America--Nothing--
- 8:04 p.m. Nov. 24, 2012
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For what it's worth, I was 36 for 52 in the annual Thanksgiving game played
against the neighbor kids. 9 touchdowns, and only 1 interception. We
don't keep track of yards, but I'd guess I got about 450.
New Mexico State is the 97th toughest pass defense in the nation. The neighbor kids are 87th.
My accomplishment was more impressive.
In all seriousness - congratulations, James, on a great game. I hope you get to take some snaps in the bowl game!
- 8:16 p.m. Nov. 24, 2012
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Great game Mr. Lark. It was fun to watch and to ponder "what could've been"? Thanks for the memory.
- 8:18 p.m. Nov. 24, 2012
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If you are trumpeting utahs win over Colorado, don't bag on BYU for beating New Mexico St. utah was playing in the door mat bowl.
- 8:27 p.m. Nov. 24, 2012
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Way to go Lark! I've been pulling for you since I saw you in practice
three years ago. Way to be so classy in such a difficult situation.
Eagle, I'm sure you are aware that none of your tithing dollars reach the athletic department right? Yours either YDad - BTW your username is somewhat arrogant driving home the stereotype of an obsorbed arrogant BYU fan.
You don't know what is happening behind the scenes at practice and you don't know the entire story of how Doman has treated certain players. Plus I have not been un-"Christlike" in any of my posts regarding Bronco or Doman.
Did you know a certain BYU player midseason last year packed everything into a box from Jake Heaps locker? Guess what he did with Jake's stuff...it was dropped in Bronco's office with a hand written note stating "I quite". Who do you think drove this student athlete to empty Jake's locker? Are you aware of how the situation was handled by the coaches? I'm not going to tell you.
Please get off your holier than thow pedestal.
- 8:38 p.m. Nov. 24, 2012
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Until the people who make the decision concerning who plays Quarterback at BYU get over this "Tough Guy" should start stuff, and start judging who is the most talented at the position (you know, throws the ball to our guys once in a while instead of the other team. Stop running all the time and start using the running people on the team). If I hear how Riley can get hammered and can still get up one more time I am going to throw-up. Getting hammered, misrepresenting your physical condition so you can play, and apologizing week after week for making poor decisions does make a great Quarterback.It makes a great guy, but not the Quarterback that the rest of the team is counting on the coaches to field on game day. Why go out there and kill yourself on defense and offense if the coaches are not using better judgement than "the toughest guy plays' at a skill position. Not the best passer, or field manager, just "the toughest". I guess skill sets don't matter anymore at BYU. Poor Lark! He could have started anywhere else.
- 8:57 p.m. Nov. 24, 2012
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Nice to see that BYU would finish only second to last in the WAC. This season been a wreck and a bowl game is not even remotely deserved.
- 8:59 p.m. Nov. 24, 2012
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New Mexico who?
- 9:01 p.m. Nov. 24, 2012
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Oh Trory06, there are so many stories that could be told that would disgust even
the most self righteous of these who opine, some of whom you've named.
I am such a fan of these kids. Not so much of the coaches.
- 9:11 p.m. Nov. 24, 2012
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I'm reaching? As opposed to Utah fans that feel the need to come on BYU articles and degrade BYU's opponents? We already know this is not a great win, we don't need "typical Utah fans" coming on here and tell us. Again, find yourself an article about your awesome win yesterday to comment on.
- 9:26 p.m. Nov. 24, 2012
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Oh Bronco, "What might have been", had you not been involved in a love triangle to the point that it affected your coaching. I think the fans are owed an explanation as why Lark did not get a chance to show his skills until it's too late. Methinks Lark should have started since the beginning of last year.
- 9:30 p.m. Nov. 24, 2012
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The Utes just can't get over that everything isn't about them and their hatred of BYU. When Utah is undefeated, come talk smack. In the meantime, keep quiet.
- 9:30 p.m. Nov. 24, 2012
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If James Lark doesn't start in the Poinsetta bowl, Bronco should be FIRED!
He hitched his wagon to Riley Nelson and developed tunnel vision.
I consider Bronco's infatuation with Riley as a weakness in his coaching skills. Both Tayson and James would have been better choices after Riley's early season injury (perhaps before).
You can point your finger at Brandon but I think the choice of starting quarterback started and ended with Bronco.
- 9:32 p.m. Nov. 24, 2012
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we have wen undefeated twice in the last 10 years; how bout you/
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Bronco should be fired anyway and Doman must go as well
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No one from the hill should have anything to say. Maybe basketball will treat the utes better than football did... Lol
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Right then chaps, this week's #MasterofCocktails recipe is The Improved (New) Holland Gin Cocktail. Despite what you may be thinking, this is one that whisky fans will really enjoy. We're using some top notch American ingredients here too, including the New York Distilling Company's fantastic Chief Gowanus New-Netherland Gin as well as some Cask-Aged Whisky Bitters.
Brooklyn, you see, used to be a Dutch colony. Yep. And this gin we're using is a Holland gin (i.e. a genever), and it was made to a 19 century American recipe with the help of David Wondrich, using the New York Distilling Company's unaged, double-distilled rye whiskey. Moreover, it's bloody fantastic.
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Davison worried by HB 5
April 18, 2013
STEUBENVILLE — City Manager Cathy Davison is expressing her concerns over legislation in the Ohio House of Representatives that may force local governments to relinquish their local tax collections......
Wonder if she consulted with Pokey and the Teramannas before she gave her interview. She has fell into the controlled by money factor that all city managers that come here do. It is shame because when she came here I think she had good intention. How quickly big fish in small ponds got to her surprised me
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NEWSFLASH; this has been happening since Ka$ick took office, and if you are just hearing about it now, you are not an informed voter.
Ask a trustee. Ask a councilman, ask a commissioner.
The newspaper ought to be doing a better job of informing us.
This bill is junk....wake up.
Remember the last HB 5. Funny that bills to screw the people are all HB 5's.
If you just don't believe what I am saying, call Gentile; he'll tell you.
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You people cannot see the forst for the trees.
Woorying about the city manager is the least of your problems.
The Governor Ka$ick plan to screw the local governments only pads his coffers and the townships,villages, and cities, will not be able to afford to maintain what they have.
I am not talking about doing something new, just maintenance alone.
You people want to be interested in your bang for your buck, look how much your local trustees do with what little they have,=. Then look at the State.
ODOT wastes more black top in a day than most townships can afford to buy for a year. At roughly $93,000 a mile to blacktop an 18 foot wide road with about 1 and a 1/2 inch BT; and the budgets they have is plain sick.
Wanna complain call your rep, and the darn governor and stop this crap, NOW!!!!!
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News flash Mrs. Davison- The state by the constitution controls municipalities, they exist at the pleasure of the Ohio State legislature. Now, quit taxing people who work for a living. lower the rate to a quarter of a percent (an 87% rate reduction) and tax everyone's Ohio adjusted gross income (which excludes Social Security). And allow cities to assess impact fees on Section 8 housing.Like $1,000 per unit per year. Budget problem solved.
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"This is another way for the state to take control of municipal governments." If our local goverment wasn't doing such a "bang up" job, we might care. I recently read an article that only 32% of the community actually pays local taxes. I happen to be one of the people paying local taxes and I'm not seeing much bang for my buck. So if it's handled locally or on the state level we'll still be in the same boat. If you are afraid we will have to eliminate more jobs oh well, do what the rest of us do, drive back and forth to PA or Wheeling to get a job. Get rid of the City Manager and let a local with a vested interest in the community apply for the job at a lesser salary.
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23 Jan 2013 4:37 PM #1
TypeError: 'undefined' is not an object (evaluating 'h.substring') when loading store
Architect Build tested:
- Build: 678
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- Architect throws an error when using a store with a DataView with a custom DataItem.
- Create a model and store named 'store1' that properly loads data, set autoLoad to true. Right click store and click 'Load Data'
- Create a DataItem with alias 'dataitem' with proper style with a child component that has a proper tpl
- Create a DataView and check useComponents, defaultType to 'dataitem', and store to 'store1'
- Click on different views in the Project Inspector to load and reload the CSS for the DataView
- Loading of the store in Architect with the proper layout of DataItems and CSS in the view
- Window saying that an error occured:Code:
TypeError: 'undefined' is not an object (evaluating 'h.substring') Source Class: qrc:/designer/src/frameworks/touch21/framework/sencha-touch-all.js?0.3837460807990283 Line 18
Screenshot, Project, or Video:
- attached Project and picture of error
- project.xda
- Mac OS 10.7.5
20 Feb 2013 4:17 PM #2
I'd be very interested in at least a reasonable workaround for this bug.
20 Feb 2013 4:45 PM #3
Easiest thing would be to not autoload the store while in Sencha Architect.
20 Feb 2013 5:33 PM #4
20 Feb 2013 6:58 PM #5
I can confirm that the attached project throws an error even in our latest development build.
In a brief cursory look at this it looks like what's happening is that the default list item dependencies is not being taken into account. Ie we have to create teh defaultType class before trying to load the store (otherwise it won't know what to paint)Aaron Conran
21 Feb 2013 9:07 AM #6
Eric, nicely done on bug report details.
We've filed a bug. Well update you here when we know more.Phil Strong
24 Jun 2013 9:00 AM #7
I am still getting this issue in SA 2.2.2 Build 991.
1. Add Data View
2. Add Data View Item
3. Set Data View Item's userAlias as "mydataitem"
4. In Data View, check useComponent
5. In Data View, enter "mydataitem" for defaultType
Error message then generated!
9 Jul 2013 10:39 AM #8
This bug also happens to me when I use Sencha Architect to bundle my project for deployment. Any way around this?
-LyleTwitter: lylepratt
11 Jul 2013 10:18 AM #9
This is a known bug where we are not loading the dataviewitem into the canvas when rending the data view in the canvas. I suspect this will work in the browser.Phil Strong
11 Jul 2013 11:33 AM #10
Yes it does work in the browser, but the message keeps popping up every time you click on that view which can be quite annoying if thats your main view


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While there are compact cameras with fast lenses (like Lumix DMC-LX7, F1.4) they seem to be rather thick. The lumix is quite thick, at 46mm, largely due to the lens protrusion. Is it possible to make a thin compact camera with a fast lens? If not, what are the technical limitations? If it is possible, are any examples currently on the market?
As long as you understand that your size constraint is limiting how much quality you can have, the one you are looking for is the Canon Powershot S110. It measures 27mm at the thickest point and yet has both a slightly larger sensor than usual and much brighter F/2 aperture at wide-angle, only it goes down F/5.9 on the telephoto end. As a bonus, it is extremely well designed and very easy to use.
EDIT: The question is entirely different now. However, I believe the existence of the Canon S110 says it is possible. Now possible does not mean simple and I am sure that Canon has to overcome challenges to make it work.
Furthermore, products are rarely designed on one specification alone. Considering the maximum aperture is one criteria but it interacts with other. One could probably make an ultra-compact with an even brighter lens by removing the zoom or making the sensor smaller. Either case would cause issue with some users. What you really want is a large aperture and a large sensor and most people also want a decent zoom.
You can check it out by searching for a fast aperture among cameras. As you can see, only 4 models currently are ultra-compact. Two of those are the Canon S110 and S100 with slightly larger sensors than usual. The others have smaller sensors and show lower image quality.
Sensor size is especially significant for low-light shooting.
The Nokia 808 PureView is a cameraphone with a uniquely large sensor.
The sensor is 1/1.2" so it's close to that of the Nikon 1-series and the Sony RX100, yet the chassis is the size of a mobile phone. This sensor is far bigger than compact camera and mobile phone sensors usually are.
It is available new for about $350 if you look around.
In the last few days I heard that Nokia will be producing a Windows Phone 8 with a comparable sensor, though that could still be a year from release.
Search DPReview.com for more info.
The Sony RX-100 is f1.8 at the widest zoom but does get slower as you zoom. I'm exceptionally happy with mine. It is certainly pocketable.
I have a Nikon J1 with a 10mm f/2.8 pancake lens. I think the body is about 30mm, the lens will add a bit more. Not quite within your specs, but I bought it to take hiking as it was pocketable with some good features for the price.
I recently got a samsung ex2f which opens up to f1.4. I am quite happy with it. I dont have it with me right now, but specs says it measures 112.1 x 62.4 x 27.55mm (with the lens retracted), so it is within what you want.
Have to agree with the comments a bit subjective since new/better things are coming out but here's a camera that could match.
You didn't say anything about budget so.... Leica X2. 24mm lens f/2.8, ASPH sensor, good range of ISO 100-12500. It looks pretty small and handy to carry around.
Apparently a few people do think it's pretty good.
Also included with the purchase of X2, a copy of Adobe Lightroom 3/4 :D


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Women's Basketball Game Notes Released for CokerFebruary 21, 2014
ANDERSON, S.C. – The game notes for the Anderson University women's basketball team's road game with South Atlantic Conference opponent Coker have been released.
As Anderson heads down the home stretch of its 2013-14 schedule, the Trojans look to secure their spot in the 2014 Food Lion South Atlantic Conference tournament, holding a two-game advantage over ninth-place Tusculum with three games to go. Currently, the Black and Gold are in a tie for seventh-place, alongside tonight's opponent, Coker. The two teams carry identical 9-10 conference records, as Anderson holds the slight advantage in overall marks, as AU is 13-12, while Coker sits below .500 at 11-12.
After winning three of their last four to close the month of January, the Trojans are just 2-4 in February with the only wins coming against Tusculum (75-67) and Mars Hill (97-58) which needs wins to earn a berth into the conference tournament. Anderson looks to avenge an earlier setback against the Cobras, as its in-state rivals claimed a 72-66 victory at the Abney Athletic Center on Jan. 11, eventually handing AU its worst losing streak of the year.
Coker has fallen on tough times recently, dropping four of its last five contests, including its last two by a combined five points. Tonight's winner will move into at least a tie for sixth-place in the league standings.
The game will be broadcast on FOX SPORTS Radio 1280 AM, WANS and will also be available on the internet at www.wrixfm.com and the Anderson web site at www.autrojans.com, along with video and live stats. Tip-off is set for 2 p.m.
Game 1&2: Nov. 8 USC Aiken & Nov. 9 Lander
Game 3&4: Nov. 12 Erskine & Nov. 14 Winston-Salem State
Game 5&6: Nov. 18 USC Aiken & Nov. 20 Brevard
Game 7: Nov. 23 Lenoir-Rhyne
Game 8: Nov. 25 Lincoln Memorial
Game 9: Nov. 30 Furman
Game 10: Dec. 4 Wingate
Game 11: Dec. 7 Newberry
Game 12: Dec. 12 Liberty
Game 13: Dec. 16 Georgia College
Game 14: Jan. 4 Catawba
Game 15: Jan. 8 Lincoln Memorial
Game 16: Jan. 11 Coker
Game 17: Jan. 14 Mars Hill
Game 18: Jan. 18 Lenoir-Rhyne
Game 19: Jan. 22 Brevard
Game 20: Jan. 25 Queens
Game 21: Jan. 29 Carson-Newman
Game 22: Feb. 1 Newberry
Game 23: Feb. 5 Tusculum
Game 24: Feb. 8 Wingate
Game 25: Feb. 15 Catawba
Game 26: Feb. 17 Mars Hill
Game 27: Feb. 19 Carson-Newman
Game 28: Feb. 22 Coker


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guys, If I override the global new and delete in my dll code, will this override the user code new and delete? I made a test, and it shows the user new and delete will not be impacted. If I want to make user code new and delete be replaced by mine sdk new/delete, how to do that.
What's the case of template class. Template class definition includes some new/delete. And user code might instantiate it. Then, it might use user new/delete, right?


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I have several doubts about solving circuits.
- Can any circuit be solved using Nodal Analysis?
- If some circuit can be solved using Nodal Analysis, can it be solved using Mesh Analysis too?
- Why do we need these techniques to solve circuits?
I have several doubts about solving circuits.
It is prudent to remain somewhat dubious about methods in solving circuits at higher frequencies. Solving simple and complex circuits take into account the "Lumped Matter Discipline" (LMD) which defines the properties of some element (e.g. resistor, capacitor, etc.) as the voltage across the terminals, $V(t)$, and current through the element $I(t)$.
Why do we have the LMD? It was proposed as a way to make our lives much simpler in that every time we need to solve a simple or complex circuit, we do not have to use Maxwell's equations, which can be quite tedious.
Lumped Matter Discipline Assumptions
As engineers are beginning to find out, we are pushing #3 to its limit because we are approaching higher GHz frequencies. This, in turn, affects the other assumptions of the LMD. It is for this reason that in circuit simulation, such as LTSpice (which uses nodal analysis), you have to be very careful about the analyses of higher-frequency circuits.
It is worth noting that electronic components are by no means "ideal". A capacitor, for example, would have a marginal Equivalent Series Reistance (ESR) that affects its performance depending on the frequency taken into account. If you were to pick and choose a manufacture's capacitor to use in your intended product, simulating it would require that you include a resistor to give a more accurate representation in real-life. Furthermore, you would also have to include some inductance and even capacitance.
Yes, we can solve any question using nodal analysis, and it is also possible to solve that question using mesh analysis.


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6 Jul 2007 11:14 PM #1
"--output" option
Ext 2.0 each time varies very often and inconveniently to correct jsb files manually, addition of an option for builder.sh "--output" which would specify a root directory for assembly of the project without editing jsb is possible?-= miu-miu =-
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10 Jul 2007 10:39 AM #2
10 Jul 2007 11:47 AM #3
Such option would be convenient in daily use. That to me in linux I should edit jsb ('output folder' config value) file after its each updating from svn.
For me it would be convenient to execute build.sh with --output=/home/nassaja/... option.-= miu-miu =-
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14 Jul 2007 11:12 AM #4
I tried doing this but the problem was that if you build all three at once it would put the resources and examples in the root folder instead of sub folders. i guess i could key them off of the jsb name but i'll revisit this and see what i can do.
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8 Aug 2007 3:46 PM #7
In the meantime, nassaja you could write a shell script to automate it easily. If you do, please post and share for everyone.Jack Slocum
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#!/bin/sh root="/home/nassaja/svn/ext-1.1" crap1="C\:\/apps\/www\/deploy\/ext-1.1\/" crap2="c\:\/apps\/www\/playpen\/slickspeed\/frameworks\/" build="/home/nassaja/svn/build/ext-1.1/" regexpbuild="\/home\/nassaja\/svn\/build\/ext-1.1\/" function optimize { src="$root/$1" dst="$root/$1.new" sed 's/\r//g' "$src" > "$dst" mv $dst $src sed 's/\\/\//g' $src > $dst mv $dst $src sed -e s/"$crap1"/"$regexpbuild"/g $src > $dst mv $dst $src sed -e s/"$crap2"/"$regexpbuild\/slickspeed\/frameworks\/"/g $src > $dst mv $dst $src } svn update optimize "src/ext.jsb" optimize "resources/resources.jsb" optimize "examples/examples.jsb" rm -rf $build/ cd ./builder/ ./build.sh
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P.S. And where is this "cool" monad? %)-= miu-miu =-
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FRESNO, Calif. (AP) — Family members of the young woman killed in a lion attack at a Central California animal park say they believe no rules were broken and the volunteer worker's death was a tragic accident.
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Welcome to the first ever Miss TDP competition! Before continuing to the theme for round one, we ask that all members read the following rules and procedures if they are competing. The following members are competing in this competition and are the only ones allowed to post here:
THIS IS NOT A DISCUSSION THREAD NOR THE PLACE TO SUBMIT DOLLMAKER ENTRIES! Before you post here, I suggest you stop. All non-entry posts will be deleted. If you have questions, direct them to Silver_Wolf_Kitty. If you want to discuss the contest, the official Miss TDP clique(found here) is suggested.
1. Character. When entering Miss TDP, you need to enter with one character and stay with it the entire time. This means that your dolls hair, eye, and skin colour must remain the same throughout, unless otherwise stated in the round theme.
2. Base. You must use the same base set throughout, so pick one with a variety of poses. This base should also be medium in size for handdrawn dollers (comparable in size to the "Moe" bases here: DHF : Doll on the Hill Factory). Dollmaker users should use the shuni style base.
3. Theft. No stealing the work of another. This applies to both handdrawn and dollmaker participants, so do not submit a doll that someone else made or, for handdrawn dollers, mix and match pieces of completed dolls that are not your own. All work should be original and failure to comply will result in disqualification.
4. Props. Props and backgrounds are encouraged, but should not be massive. We will ask too large of entries to reduce their size, so be reasonable.
5. Transparency. We ask that all dolls have transparent background and is a GIF file. If you dont know how to do this, see the following thread: How to Make Backgrounds Transparent
6. Forbidden. Sexually explicit, nudity(artistic nudity must be okayed first by Silver_Wolf_Kitty), or overly bloody dolls are forbidden. Entering one could result in disqualification.
7. Theme. Every doll should relate to the theme. While we encourage creativity, failure to keep with the theme can get you eliminated automatically that round.
8. Judges. No one is allowed to use friendship or promises to sway a judges decision. Threats, bribery, and attempts to interfere or discover the judges decisions in anyway will result in disqualification. Arguing with the judges can result in an automatic elimination.
9. Competing. You can only submit one entry for each cometition, so choose wisely. The rules are being changed to allow crossover, but we ask that handdrawn dollers stick to the dollmakers if they are inclined to compete in that arena.
10. Animation. Animation is forbidden in the competition. We understand that many users like glitter, blinking, etc, but it takes away from the creativity and creates an unequal playing field for those who cant animate.
The audition round procedures are no longer in place, these are the procedures that will be followed in the future.
1. Participants enter a doll every two weeks in the set thread. They may enter it sooner, however further edits are not allowed after the doll is entered. No matter what, the two weeks are a guaranteed time slot(unless all entries are received before it).
2. Any participants who fail to meet this deadline will be eliminated. Deadlines are not being extended for anyone, so do not ask. Special extensions may be asked in the event of a long trip or medical/family emergency, but you must contact Silver_Wolf_Kitty immediately if this occurs.
3. After two weeks, the judges will then provide critique on each entry and select a bottom two for the round.
4. Several days are given for voting on who should stay. Voting will be a public affair, but you shouldnt worry about hurting feelings. All you have to do is post in the voting thread with the name of the participant who you think should stay in the competition. You may provide an explanation, but that is up to you.
5. Votes are counted and the bottom participant is eliminated, then the next round begins.
The theme for round one is Fairytale Makeover. Pick out a fairytale, be it the generic "Cinderella", "Snow White", etc or something more obscure, and then make over the styles of a character, such as adapting it into a modern outfit. Do not use generic outfits, but make sure your character is recognizable (ex: using the same colours) and remember to identify the character you chose. For this round only you are allowed to change the hair colour of your character.
When your doll is ready, we ask participants to post their handdrawn doll in this thread. Round one will close the evening of July 1st! After that, the judges will submit their critiques and then public voting of the bottom two for the round will begin.
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Fairytale character: Ariel, The Little Mermaid (Does this work?)
Character: Saguna Alvin Nemo
Base: CCG (21) Fantasies , the Medley base as always.
Alvin and I are currently not speaking as a result of this doll, in case you're wondering why she looks so.. not amused. I had to yank her out of the shower to get ready and she's not very happy with me dying her hair red even though it's very temporary dye and will wash out next time she takes a shower. I included the dinglehopper (fork) as well.
Oddities aside, the colors in this that signify Ariel are the red hair, the purple shirt (as Ariel wore that purple shell bra), and the green shorts and sandals (green tail). The water was an accident. I swear. I was going for an 80's Casual look.
Judges' Critique
I love the hair. Its just soo...pretty(for a lack of words xD). The colour of the shirt is very pretty, but the actual colour was a bit darker, but with the darker toned skin, it works! I don't care for how wrinkly the shirt is but it doesn't look bad. The shorts and shoes work so well together. All in all, well done!
I agree with singergirl509, the hair on this doll is beautiful. It has that tangled "I just got out of the water" feeling, which is amplified by the water and dinglehopper(which she used to comb her hair, for those who are unaware). The parting of her hair though is a bit too dark and would need to be readjusted. The clothing is tastefully cut and colored, but there are minor shading issues. Your creases are very... straight. There isn't really a curve to it, which would be appropriate since this appears to be a baggier shirt. This issue only seems to have happened in the waist of the doll since the rest of the shading is really quite excellent. Well done!
I stare at the girl in the mirror: T-shirt, torn up jeans, no beauty queen.
But the way that you see me, you get underneath me, and all my defenses just fall away, fall away.
I am beautiful with you, even in the darkest part of me. I am beautiful with you;
Make it feel the way it's supposed to be!
Fairytale Character: Snow White
Character: Kathleen
Base: Here.
Judges' Critique
Its good, but could have been better. Its too similar to the original idea. The only difference is the collar and the skirt length. Other than that, its the same. Its well put together and everything, just to unoriginal.
I must say I'm disappointed. You weren't very original with this outfit and there was plenty of room to make it modern. The shortened skirt and adjusted neckline were a good step in the right direction, but this fell short. You could do a lot better, especially since this doll shows that you have skill. The color palettes were tasteful and the shaping of the dress was good. Toning down the yellow would've helped make the skirt blend better and the shaping of the hair could use a little more work(if you used a different hairstyle in the makeover, the shaping issues could've been avoided).
Fairytale character: The swan princess from The Tale of Tsar Saltan
Character: Ashley Wells
Base: DHF
Link to story (this poem was written in 1831, but the actual story is older than that)
Unfortunately there weren't any good pictures of the princess, but I used these two lines of description:
"In her braids, a crescent beamed,
On her brow, a bright star gleamed"
The pattern on the top was loosely inspired by some pictures of Russian national dress, and the white feather bracelet symbolises the swan.
Judges' Critique
Very pretty. I love the star and crescent moon! The way you incorporated the sign of the swan on the bracelet and the russian background was brilliantly thought of!
I'm glad you chose something other than the mainstream princesses. It served you well, allowing you much more freedom with this doll. You incorporated elements of the story really well. You should be proud of the beautiful shading on the crescent and star, as well as the lovely pattern on the shirt. The only thing that could improve the doll is possibly some shoes. While the barefoot look is good here, a simple pair of flats might've helped. Overall, I think this is the best entry yet.
Fairytale character: Alice in wonderland
Character name: Lola
Base:DHF : Doll on the Hill Factory
Judges' Critique
A little plain. The hair is nicely done and looks amazing, but it seems like that is the part you mainly focused on. I can't tell whether the top is a shirt or dress but either way it looks so blah. The skin is light, so the top should have been a bit darker, as its hard to see the shirt. And I don't understand why the tights underneath are black instead of white. And with the neck being so exposed, you probably should've added a necklace or something there.
Your concept here is nice, but you didn't fully develop it. I can definately see who this character is supposed to be, but some of your choices were a bit unusual. The black tights would've been better left out and instead exchanged for white ones(shading along the legs would be okay here as it adds a realistic look). Also, with such a low neckline, you should've considered a necklace of some kind. Shifting the buckle over a bit would've helped as would be some added shading since the shading fell a bit short.
I apologize in advanced, I did Alice in Wonderland as well, not knowing that Heva had done so as well, so I apologize very greatly. If it's not okay to have two of the same characters, just tell me, and I guess I'll re-do it.
Name: Tiffany
Character: Alice in Wonderland.
Base: *DEAC loves you.
The blue vneck symbolizes Alice's dress, and the vest symbolizes her apron. Her stockings were incorperated with her light blue jeans, and her headband as the bow.
Judges' Critique
I love it!! Beautifully done. However, the white vest is kinda hard for me to see but it doesn't look bad. I would have done a belt or necklace/bracelet/etc. Other than that, very well done!
This is a beautiful doll and the shading on it was done nicely. The white vest is a bit difficult to see and I agree with singergirl509 that a necklace would've done quite nicely to add a finishing touch. Your shading, while nice, could use a bit of a curve to it to really bring it up to the top. Keep up the excellent work.
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Fairytale Character: Mad Hatter
Character: Mandy
Base: nicolabear on deviantART
Tada! The Mad Hatter makes me think crazy, so I gave her some funky patterns and a asymmetrical top. I have the 10/6 card thing in the hat, and the typical bow tie - which I didn't like blue (like the original), so I changed it into a patterned bow tie I could see The Mad Hatter wearing. I kept the green and (icky) yellow-ish colour combination. It's chic, and modern. She's The Mad Hatter 2.0. =D
Judges' Critique
OMG! Sooo cute and sooo you! I absolutely love the hat and boots. The shirt is pretty cool too but I would so buy the boots if they were real. Very creative! L-O-V-E IT!!
I love this entry. You kept the attitude of the Mad Hatter very nicely, right down to his odd choices in clothing and the icky yellow. My only issue is the band around the top hat seems rounded for some reason(almost like its a snake curled around the hat, if you get that imagery). If you flattened the edges of the band to follow the flow of the hat, it would've improved your entry. Also, the palette for the icky yellow could use a little tweaking. Its a difficult color to work with though, so its expected.
Aussiemum777 - 07-07-2009, 07:10 AM
My Fairytale Entry!
Fairytale Character: The White Rabbit from "Alice In Wonderland"
Character Name: Gabriel
Base: Poupe-base by GigideMortimer by *GigideMortimer on deviantART
I didnt have much time to make her...Stoopid me was searching the wrong thread for this contest and nearly missed out..She is rushed but at least she is in!
I chose the The white rabbit cause I thought it would be fun to do, I have made her in a modern day clubbing outfit in the original colours red & yellow, I also included hearts, thats all I had time for this time.
Judges' Critique
Its ok, but I've definitely seen much better from you. The entire thing (besides the ears) looks like a paper doll. I know that's harsh but that's how it comes across. I don't understand why you put her in a club type dress as thats not what the white rabbit stood for. The ears and hair are the best part of the entire doll.
This is an interesting doll, but I feel like I'm looking at two characters instead of one. I see the white rabbit in the ears, but this outfit seems to be screaming "Queen of Hearts!" You might've been better off choosing a sleek jeans and black jacket combo that would seem more like the white rabbit. The shading on the doll is good, though your curves shouldn't go up, they should go across or down. I am impressed with your work on the ears and hair, they look amazing.
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You might not save any money, and the stores might not make a profit.
If you see an advertisement for a giant discount on a big-ticket electronic item, you might think that you can snatch up the bargain as long as you're one of the very first people in line. Think again. While "door busters" sometimes list the number of items available, say 100, many advertisements don't list a quantity at all. Stores may only stock a couple of the items, just so they can run the ad. Some may not stock the item at all. In 2010, a Walmart in Alabama stocked zero of the Xbox systems they advertised at $199. A Sears in the same town didn't stock any of the gaming systems they listed as door busters, despite telling customers the items had come in that Tuesday.
Those are all actually display units. But they were half off!
Many retailers will put a "Black Friday" sticker on items that aren't discounted any more than they have been for weeks. Expect to run into "Black Friday" and even "lowest price ever" labels that mean absolutely nothing. Stores also use the shopping holiday to get rid of the excess inventory that hasn't sold yet.
If you think all this customer screwing means that the retail executives are just lounging around lighting cigars with $100 bills, think again. The educated customer can still get incredible deals, and savvy consumers are becoming less of a minority. A dedicated Black Friday website can help you plan ahead. Facebook and Twitter can alert you to the best sales. Black Friday apps can compare prices at the touch of a button. All this increased competition cuts into profits for retailers. In 2010, Goldman Sachs Group Inc. recommended that their readers sell off all stocks held for retailers before Black Friday. They predicted that disappointing holiday sales would lead to a decrease in stock prices in most retail chains between Black Friday and January.
We're not even sure who is screwing who anymore.
#1. The Name Has a Special Meaning
What You Think:
A common explanation of the name "Black Friday" is that is has to do with accounting. In older accounting practices, negative numbers were written in red ink and positive numbers in black ink. Thus, a business losing money is "in the red" and a profitable business is "in the black." Black Friday is supposedly the first day many stores turn a profit for the year.
"No more cat food for a whole two months!"
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In reality, Black Friday earned its name because it sucks. The term was coined in Philadelphia in 1966. "Black" was an adjective given to disastrous days in history. "Black Friday" also refers to the stock market crash in 1929 that started the Great Depression, as well as a flood in Cincinnati in 1937.
And an unsuccessful Allied air attack in 1945. Never forget.
In 1966, the Philadelphia police hated the first day of the holiday shopping season because of the massive traffic jams and the packed sidewalks it caused. Also, presumably because they wished they could be off from work like everyone else. Frazzled retail workers and exhausted shoppers were more than willing to accept the term.
The red ink/black ink explanation was never heard of until the early 1980s. Store owners who were satisfied with their sales started to become disturbed by the negative-sounding nickname. The president of Strawbridge & Clothier (bought out by Macy's in 2005) said, "It sounds like the end of the world, and we really like the day. If anything it should be called 'Green Friday.'" Another department store executive was even more hot and bothered, calling the name "the most disgusting thing I've ever heard. Why would anyone call a day, when everyone is happy and has smiles on their faces, Black Friday?"
"Who doesn't love this?"
Realizing that a name associated with national disasters might hurt net sales, the more optimistic explanation was encouraged by retailers. Campaigns spinning that the day made you max out all of your "love cards" and commit "funicide" were less successful, but at least the name stuck. A few decades later, even the New York Times is convinced.
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It says it is pre order and istn going to release until january 13, 2013. does that mean this is a mix up (maybe the wrong movie posted) or noting that it is out of stock and will ship when they have more...
It is definitely the right movie, based on the UPC. I assume its a pre-order because that's when overstock gets their inventory, even though the movie has already been released.


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When FBI agent Dane Carver's twin brother, Father Michael Joseph, is brutally murdered in his San Francisco church, husband-and-wife agents Lacey Sherlock and Dillon Savich take a personal interest in the investigation. Then Nicola "Nick" Jones, a homeless woman and the only witness to the shooting, is scared out of her mind because she's trying to hide from her own monsters-who are drawing closer and closer.
The chase goes from San Francisco to the Premiere Studios in Los Angeles and its new television hit, a show all about murder.
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Roman Burger Melts
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Type: Sandwiches
This healthy version of pizza burgers adds home-cooked goodness to a restaurant favorite.
Serves: Serves: 6
- 6 tablespoons (1 1/2 ounces) dried fine bread crumbs
- 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning ft
- 1/4 cup water
- 16 ounces ground 90% lean turkey or beef
- 1 (10 3/4 ounce) can Healthy Request Tomato Soup
- 6 (3/4-ounce) slices Kraft reduced-fat mozzarella cheese
- 6 reduced-calorie hamburger buns
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- In a large bowl, combine bread crumbs, 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning, and water. Add meat. Mix well to combine.
- Using a 1/3 cup measuring cup as a guide, form into 6 patties.
- Place patties in a large skillet sprayed with olive oil-flavored cooking spray. Brown patties for 3 minutes on each side.
- In a medium bowl, combine tomato soup and remaining 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning. Pour soup mixture evenly over browned patties.
- Lower heat, cover, and simmer for 10 minutes.
- Place 1 slice of mozzarella cheese over each patty. Continue simmering, uncovered, for 2 to 3 minutes or until cheese starts to melt.
- For each sandwich, place 1 patty between hamburger bun and spoon about 2 tablespoons sauce mixture over top. Serve at once.
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- Era: 20th Century
- Number of Pages: 288
- Subject: WWII
- Date Available: April 2010
Your tax-deductible gift to the Naval Institute Press underwrites worthy books that might not otherwise be published.
The U.S. Navy's best known submarine officer, Capt. Edward L. Beach, enjoyed fame both as a bestselling author and as a highly decorated naval officer. Not long after the success of his first novel Run Silent, Run Deep, which was later made into a major feature film, he commanded the first submarine to circumnavigate the globe submerged. During World War II, Beach earned ten decorations for gallantry, including the Navy Cross, while on twelve combat patrols in the Pacific. Following the war, he became the public face of the submarine community and served as an aide to the first chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff and to President Dwight D. Eisenhower. All the while, he continued to write books, a total of ten, including three novels, before his death in 2002.
Praise for Beneath the Waves
"Finch has done a good job as a biographer in developing and presenting the personality of his subject."
— International Journal of Naval History
"The author performs an admirable task in explaining how Beach progressed through the Navy from midshipmen to becoming a submariner, service as President Dwight Eisenhower's naval aide, commanding officer of the conventional submarine USS Trigger and nuclear submarine USS Triton, his failure to be promoted to rear admiral, and why he decided to retire from the Navy. If one wishes to learn more about Captain Edward Beach, his family and about the Navy in the 1950s and 1960s this book is well worth reading. A great man has received a worthy biography."
— The Journal of America's Military Past
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Both as a member of the U.S. House of Representatives and a U.S. Senator from Maine, Olympia Snowe (R-ME) gained a reputation as one of Congress's leading moderates and an advocate for bipartisan consensus. Dispirited by the hyperpartisanship in Washington, she declined to run for a fourth term in 2012, stepping down to promote solutions as a knowledgeable outsider.
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On Thursday, November 21, 2013 at 11:30 am at Rutgers School of Law–Newark, Senator Snowe will offer some concrete suggestions on how to return Congress to its past ability to reach consensus. Her Paul S. Miller Distinguished Lecture is titled "Fighting for Common Ground: How We Can Fix the Stalemate in Congress." Senator Snowe is the 2013 Clifford P. Case Professor of Public Affairs at the Rutgers Eagleton Institute of Politics.
The lecture is free and open to the public but pre-registration is required at law.newark.rutgers.edu/miller-2013.
Senator Snowe, a Maine native, was the first woman in U.S. history to serve in both chambers of a state legislature and both chambers of Congress. When first elected to the U.S. House of Representatives in 1978, at the age of 31, she was the youngest Republican woman and the first Greek-American woman ever elected to Congress. She represented Maine's Second Congressional District in the House from 1978 to 1994 and then served three terms in the U.S. Senate.
The lecture is sponsored by Rutgers School of Law–Newark and made possible by the generosity of Rutgers–Newark Law alumnus Paul S. Miller, Class of 1962, and his wife, Carol. Miller, a retired pharmaceutical executive, is special counsel at Kaye Scholer.
The Case Professorship is offered by the Office of the President, Rutgers University and the Eagleton Institute of Politics.
Books will be available for purchase and signing after the lecture.
|Paul S. Miller Distinguished Lecture
|"Fighting for Common Ground: How We Can Fix the Stalemate in Congress"
|Former U.S. Senator Olympia Snowe, the 2013 Clifford P. Case Professor of Public Affairs at the Rutgers Eagleton Institute of Politics
|11:30 am, Thursday, November 21, 2013
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A few months ago, I wrote an article that introduced a type of headphones that delivered sound in a non-traditional manner—bone conduction. At that time, it seemed little more than a curiosity. Albeit, a curiosity that allows us to listen to music underwater. But now I know bone conduction is much more revolutionary than that. Scientists have developed a device that, through bone conduction, may prove to cure an affliction that plagues people across the world—deafness.
This hearing implant effectively replaces the middle ear, and can provide functionally deaf patients with normal hearing. The implant developed at Chalmers University of Technology has been approved for a clinical study, and the first operation to implant the device occurred on 5 December 2012. It went according to plan.The technique of bone conduction was designed as a means of treating mechanical hearing loss in those who are afflicted with congenital malformations of the outer ear, auditory canal, or middle ear, chronic inflammation of the middle or outer ear, or bone disease. Because normal hearing aids rarely work for individuals with these afflictions, a new technology was needed. Bone conduction fits the bill. It is possible that the device can help those with impaired inner ear as well.
Called BCI (Bone Conduction Implant), this new hearing implant differs from other bone conduction devices in that it does not need to be attached to the skull with a titanium screw, and as a result the patient need not fear skin infections or losing the screw. The BCI is less than six centimeters long, and is attached directly to the skull bone beneath the skin behind the ear. The implant uses the skull bone to transmit sound vibrations to the inner ear, what is known as bone conduction. Researchers expect to present the first clinical results in early 2013, and if successful, the implant should be available to regular patients within two years.
There are two parts to the device: the implant beneath the skin, and the external sound processor. The sound processor can be easily attached or removed from the head, and is held in place by two magnets. It transmits sound through an inductive link to an internal receiver. The signal is then transmitted to a loudspeaker that creates the vibrations that reach the sensory organs of the cochlea. This durable and functional BCI could lead to a dramatic decrease in the amount of people suffering from deafness. So far, the Bone Anchored Hearing Aid (BAHA) technique is helping more than 100,000 patients, and with this new development, it is expected to be widely implemented in the future.


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Once there was a dog who loved to run and jump and play. She was the best friend Ben -- or any little boy -- could have. But as Ben got older, so did his dog. One morning, Ben's old dog didn't open her eyes or wag her tail. She didn't even move.Charlotte Zolotow's remarkable insight into a universal experience -- the hurt and confusion a child feels after his first encounter with death -- is poignantly echoed by James Ransome's striking oil paintings.
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Charlotte Zolotow—author, editor, publisher, and educator—has one of the most distinguished reputations in the field of children's literature. She has written more than seventy books, many of which are picture-book classics, such as Mr. Rabbit and the Lovely Present and William's Doll. She lives in Hastings-on-Hudson, New York.


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Michele Moss, M.D. is Professor of Pediatrics in the Divisions of Pediatric Cardiology and Critical Care in the College of Medicine at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences. She is an attending physician in the Pediatric ICU as well as Medical Director of Angel One Transport Service at Arkansas Children's Hospital. She also serves as Vice-Chair for Clinical Services in the Department of Pediatrics.
Dr. Moss received her M.D. from the University of Texas Southwestern Medical School in Dallas, Texas. She completed her internship and residency in Pediatrics at The Children's Hospital of Alabama in Birmingham followed by fellowships in Pediatric Cardiology and Pediatric Critical Care Medicine at Yale University. Dr. Moss came to UAMS and Arkansas Children's Hospital in July, 1985. Her clinical interests are in cardiac intensive care, pediatric transport, and health care acquired infection prevention.
Dr. Moss is certified with the American Board of Pediatrics and the Sub-boards of Pediatric Cardiology and Pediatric Critical Care Medicine. She is a fellow in the American Academy of Pediatrics, the American College of Cardiology, and the American College of Critical Care Medicine. She has served as Chair of the Section of Critical Care in the AAP and as Chair of the Section on Pediatrics in the Society of Critical Care Medicine. She currently is a member of the Council of the Society of Critical Care Medicine and the Executive Committee of the AAP Section on Transport Medicine. She has also served on the Board of Regents of the ACCM and is a member of the Pediatric Intensive Care Society, and the Southern Society of Pediatric Research. Her awards and honors include membership in Alpha Omega Alpha, Best Doctor in America, AAP Section on Critical Care Distinguished Career Award and the SCCM Distinguished Service Award.
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Amazon.com to acquire Kiva Systems
Kiva Systems, maker of mobile robotic warehouse solutions, has been acquired by retail giant Amazon.com
Amazon.com, Inc. has announced that it has reached an agreement to acquire Kiva Systems, a developer of mobile-robotic solutions that automate eCommerce order fulfillment and warehouse operations.
"Amazon has long used automation in its fulfillment centers, and Kiva's technology is another way to improve productivity by bringing the products directly to employees to pick, pack and stow," said Dave Clark, vice president of global customer fulfillment for Amazon.com. "Kiva shares our passion for invention, and we look forward to supporting their continued growth."
"For the past 10 years, the Kiva team has been focused on creating innovative material handling technologies," said Mick Mountz, CEO and founder of Kiva Systems in a statement. "I'm delighted that Amazon is supporting our growth so that we can provide even more valuable solutions in the coming years."
Following the acquisition, Kiva Systems' headquarters will remain in North Reading, Mass.
Under the terms of the agreement, which has been approved by Kiva's stockholders, Amazon will acquire all of the outstanding shares of Kiva for approximately $775 million in cash, as adjusted for the assumption of options and other items. Subject to various closing conditions, the acquisition is expected to close in the second quarter of 2012.
Amazon/Kiva deal: Wow!
"I'm shocked." Those were the first words out of my mouth when a reporter from the Boston Globe asked me last night what I thought of the purchase of Kiva Systems by Amazon for $775 million.
Kiva Systems makes Fast Company list of innovative companies
Kiva Systems, a developer of mobile-robotic solutions that automate eCommerce order fulfillment and warehouse operations, was ranked No. 23 in Fast Company Magazine's recent list of the World's 50 Most Innovative Companies.
Office Depot: Flexible automation
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For the life of me i cannot get this to work. I've spent almost 4 hours on this and it just does not work. I would like to start hudson job when an e-mail is sent to a specific user. I looked and followed the info mentionned here: http://wiki.hudson-ci.org/display/HUDSON/Building+a+software+project but still cannot get it to work.
Here is a summary of what i've done so far:
Modified /etc/aliases such that any email going to usr1 trigger the build as in
usr1: "|wget http://hudson-server/hudson/job/myjob/build"
I reconstructed the aliases db after making the above changes and sent out an e-mail to usr1 but nothing happened.
Our emails run on an exchange server. My hudson server sits on a linux box. I tried to use sendmail to do my testing and cannot get it to work. All of the above changes are done on linux. So i'm not sure if the issue here is with sendmail/exchange server or is something i'm missing.
Has anyone got this to work?
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Ford Model A Five-Window - No Place But HomeWritten by on March 1, 2011 This Model A Coupe Is A Bona Fide Homebuilt Hot Rod
The first time we saw Glen Baugus' chopped-and-channeled five-window coupe, it looked ready to leap across the parking lot-and the silver paint was almost blinding in the sunlight. Glen informed us right away that he wasn't the builder, just the extremely lucky owner. We had already decided from its level of detail, imagination, taste, and craftsmanship that this had to be a pro-built hot rod. Wrong. Completely homebuilt, Glen said, and if we were going to write a story about the car, we needed to talk to the guy who built it.
There is zero shop time in this car, Jim Lopochonsky confirmed. He did all the work at home, with body and paintwork done by his wife, Diana, and fabrication help from his son, Jamison.
He wanted to build a '60s-style hot rod like the ones he saw in magazines as a kid and, in particular, like the mean-looking Model A five-window with six 2s he remembers seeing at the service station in his town. Jim sat on the same side of the school bus every morning just to start his day with a look at that coupe-and on the opposite side in the afternoon for another eyeful. In the years that followed, he built lots of cars, but that coupe "stuck in my skull."
Diana found this coupe for sale in a trader paper. Jim kept the body and got rid of the rest. The top had been chopped, but not enough and not well, so he re-chopped it for a total of 4-1/2 inches and added the white insert and drilled visor. The headlights are from a '29 Model A and the taillights are '50 Pontiac, true to tradition. The firewall was reversed to make room for the Chevy 350. Diana made the sheetmetal repairs and sprayed the PPG Bright Silver paint.
The body sits channeled over a homebuilt frame, which Diana painted in a darker silver shade. The 3x2 boxed 'rails were Z'd 3 inches in front and 15 in the rear. The perfect stance is enhanced by a Super Bell 4-inch drop drilled I-beam axle, '48 Ford spindles, hairpins, Posies springs, and friction shocks, with a Panhard bar for handling. The suicide front end stretches the wheelbase to 116 inches, about a foot longer than stock. The ladder bar rearend is from a '70 Ford Bronco, with 4.11 gears spinning Mosler axles. It hangs on coilovers and Ford shocks. Jim kept the Bronco rear brakes, adding '48 Ford drums in front to keep the '60s style.
Firestone Deluxe Champion wide whites, 6.00-16 and 7.00-16, were mounted on 16-inch '35 Ford wire wheels, painted with Red Jewel PPG paint and finished with caps and rings. The inside of the front wheels also wear beauty rings (notched for wheel weights), an almost imperceptible detail that takes the car up a rung.
The six-deuce setup that impressed Jim as a kid is replicated by Holley 94s on an Offenhauser manifold. Finned aluminum valve covers and Sanderson headers add to the style. The headers run into Limefire pipes with Car Chemistry mufflers. A TH350 trans is connected to a custom driveshaft.
Jim "didn't know how to sew a button on a shirt" when he started this project, so he bought a good upholstery machine and learned to use it. He covered the interior with white leather rolls 'n' pleats, and handbuilt the all-steel custom console.
Jim's favorite part of hot rodding is the buildup. When he completes a project, he's more interested in starting another one than in playing with the finished car-so the coupe he'd been planning since his school bus days ended up listed on the Internet and was sold to Glen Baugus early in 2010.
Glen liked everything about the car, from the stance to the wheels and the carbs, not to mention the fact that this hot rod was built for cruising. Glen had owned the coupe for only a few months when we met him at the Street Rod Nationals. As we found out fast, there is much to be impressed by on this amazing Model A. The most impressive part is the one you can't see-that it is a genuine homebuilt hot rod.
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The Chevy 350 block and the inside of the frogmouth air cleaners were sprayed with the same paint used on the wire rims.The vintage Superior steering wheel, on a '70 Chevy pickup column, was the right choice for a '60s-inspired hot rod. The dash came from a '30 Ford pickup. Notice that the trans tunnel is notched for right foot room.Auto Meter StreetRod Old Tyme White gauges match the vintage styling. An EZ Wiring system supplies juice everywhere it's needed.Public opinion is mixed on the wire mesh safety glass used on the sides and rear, but it's imaginative details like this that add interest and separate this car from the crowd.Finding seats that looked right and left enough headroom was a challenge. Jim looked at boat seats and Mustang seats before building his own bomber-style buckets.


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Q: I think that my little sister may have some sort of learning disability. She has a lot of difficulty remembering things, like answers on a test. She is in third grade (she should be in fourth, but was held back in kindergarten). Her kindergarten teacher suspected that she might have ADHD. When my sister went to see the school counselor, she said that there was nothing wrong with her, that school and homework were new to her and she needed time to adjust.
Her problems in school have persisted through the years, but I believe that this year she is having even more difficulty. Some nights I will study for a test with her for hours and she will get all the answers right, but then when she takes the test the next day she gets a D or a F on it. My mom is planning on bringing her to a specialist. Could you give me any information on what my sister may have if she does have a learning disability?
A: Your sister is really lucky to have someone who takes such an interest in her! I hope you encourage your mom to have your sister evaluated to see exactly why she is having the trouble she is having in school. Your sister is entitled to a free full evaluation by the school or school district if your mom requests it. If she doesn't get the information she needs from that evaluation, then she can take her for a private evaluation.
I'd suggest going back to FamilyEducation.com for more information about the often-puzzling problem of learning disabilities. The Schwab Foundation for Learning (http://www.schwablearning.org) is also a helpful site. You can call the Coordinated Campaign for Learning Disabilities at 1-888-GR8-MIND and request a free book about learning disabilities, Learning Disabilities: Information, Strategies, Resources. If you read that book you will find that the term learning disabilities describes a disorder in which a person's brain works or is structured differently. The kinds of problems you describe that your sister has could indeed be a learning disability. These differences in the way the brain works can interfere with a person's ability to think and remember. Learning disabilities can affect a person's ability to speak, listen, read, write, spell, reason, recall, organize information, and do mathematics. Most children with learning disabilities have at least average intelligence. ADHD and learning disabilities often occur at the same time, but the two disorders are not the same.
The only way to identify a learning disability is through a comprehensive evaluation. Once that is done, an individual education plan (IEP) will be drawn up that will set goals for learning. A learning disability can't be cured or fixed, but with the right support and intervention, children with learning disabilities can succeed in school and be successful adults. Many successful people in all professions from actors to writers to businessmen have learning disabilities.
Dr. Mel Levine, a pediatrician, has written a wonderful book for kids about learning disabilities. You might want to read the book, All Kinds of Minds, with your sister and talk about it with her, one chapter at a time.
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For more than 20 years, Eileen Marzola has worked with children and adults with learning disabilities and attention deficit disorders, and with their parents and teachers. She has been a regular education classroom teacher, a consultant teacher/resource teacher, an educational evaluator/diagnostician, and has also taught graduate students at the university level. Marzola is an adjunct assistant professor of education at Teachers College, Columbia University, and Hunter College of the City University of New York. She also maintains a private practice in the evaluation and teaching of children with learning disabilities and attention deficit disorders.