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The performance of thin carboxylated cellulose nanofiber-based (CNF) membranes as proton exchange membranes in fuel cells has been measured in situ as a function of CNF surface charge density (600 and 1550 μmol g−1), counterion (H+ or Na+), membrane thickness and fuel cell relative humidity (RH 55 to 95%). The structural evolution of the membranes as a function of RH, as measured by Small Angle X-ray Scattering, shows that water channels are formed only above 75% RH. The amount of absorbed water was shown to depend on the membrane surface charge and counter ions (H+ or Na+). The high affinity of CNF for water and the high aspect ratio of the nanofibers, together with a well-defined and homogenous membrane structure, ensures a proton conductivity exceeding 1 mS cm−1 at 30 °C between 65 and 95% RH. This is two orders of magnitude larger than previously reported values for cellulose materials and only one order of magnitude lower than Nafion 212. Moreover, the CNF membranes are characterized by a lower hydrogen crossover than Nafion, despite being ≈30% thinner. Thanks to their environmental compatibility and promising fuel cell performance the CNF membranes should be considered for new generation proton exchange membrane fuel cells.
Macroscopic beads of water-based gels consisting of uncharged and partially charged beta-(1,4)-D-glucan polymers were developed to be used as a novel model material for studying the water induced swelling of the delignified plant fiber walls. The gel beads were prepared by drop-wise precipitation of solutions of dissolving grade fibers carboxymethylated to different degrees. The internal structure was analyzed using Solid State Cross-Polarization Magic Angle Spinning Carbon-13 Nuclear Magnetic Resonance and Small Angle X-ray Scattering showing that the internal structure could be considered a homogeneous, non-crystalline and molecularly dispersed polymer network. When beads with different charge densities were equilibrated with aqueous solutions of different ionic strengths and/or pH, the change in water uptake followed the trends expected for weak polyelectrolyte gels and the trends found for cellulose-rich fibers. When dried and subsequently immersed in water the beads also showed an irreversible loss of swelling depending on the charge and type of counter-ion which is commonly also found for cellulose-rich fibers. Taken all these results together it is clear that the model cellulose-based beads constitute an excellent tool for studying the fundamentals of swelling of cellulose rich plant fibers, aiding in the elucidation of the different molecular and supramolecular contributions to the swelling.
We investigate the layer formation of enzymatic cellulose by airbrush spray coating on silicon oxide surfaces. The layer structure and morphology of enzymatic cellulose films in the thickness range between 86 nm and 2.1 A mu m is determined as a function of the spray coating procedures. For each spray coating step, layer buildup, surface topography, crystallinity as well as the nanoscale structure are probed with atomic force microscopy and surface-sensitive X-ray scattering methods. Without intermittent drying, the film thickness saturates; with intermittent drying, a linear increase in layer thickness with the number of spray pulses is observed. A closed cellulose layer was always observed. The crystallinity remains unchanged; the nanoscale structures show three distinct sizes. Our results indicate that the smallest building blocks increasingly contribute to the morphology inside the cellulose network for thicker films, showing the importance of tailoring the cellulose nanofibrils. For a layer-by-layer coating, intermittent drying is mandatory.
The incorporation of metal oxide (e.g. Al2O3) nanoparticles has a pronounced positive effect on low-density polyethylene (LDPE) as an insulating material for high-voltage direct-current (HVDC) cables, the electrical conductivity being decreased by one to two orders of magnitude and charge species being trapped by the nanoparticles. The risk of debonding between the nanoparticles and the polymer matrix leading to electrical treeing via electrical discharges in the formed cavities was the motivation for this study. Scanning electron microscope (SEM), small-angle X-ray scattering (SAXS) and X-ray ptychographic tomography were used to study a series of LDPE nanocomposites which contained Al2O3 nanoparticles treated with silanes having terminal alkyl groups of different lengths (methyl, octyl and octadecyl). When specimens were subjected to a tensile strain (a typical specimen stretched beyond the onset of necking consisted of three zones according to SEM of specimens that were studied after removal of the external force: an essentially cavitation-free zone with low local plastic strain, a transitional zone in which local plastic strain showed a marked increase and the revealed concentration of permanent cavities increased with increasing plastic strain and a highly strained zone with extensive cavitation), the cavitation occurred mainly at the polymer-nanoparticle interface according to SEM and X-ray ptychographic tomography and according to SEM progressed with increasing plastic strain through an initial phase with no detectable formation of permanent cavities to a period of very fast cavitation and finally almost an order of magnitude slower cavitation. The polymer/nanoparticle interface was fractal before deformation, as revealed by the profile of the Porod region in SAXS, presumably due to the existence of bound polymers at the nanoparticle surface. A pronounced decrease in the interface fractal dimension was observed when the strain exceeded a critical value; a phenomenon attributed to the stress-induced de-bonding of nanoparticles. The strain-dependence of the interface fractal dimension value at low strain levels between composites containing differently treated nanoparticles seems to be an indicator of the strength of the nanoparticle-polymer interface.
Funding text: The Swedish Foundation for Strategic Research (grant EM11-0022) is thanked for the financial support.
Luminescent transparent wood is prepared by combining the complementary properties of naturally grown anisotropic porous wood and luminescent quantum dots. The wood structure introduces strong diffused luminescence and waveguiding, which can potentially be exploited for optoelectronic and photovoltaic applications, such as for planar illumination sources and luminescent buildings/furniture. Images below show the transparency, haze, and luminescence of quantum dot wood.
Funding text: Y.L. and S.Y. contributed equally to this work. The authors acknowledge financial support by Knut and Alice Wallenberg foundation through the Wallenberg Wood Science Center at KTH Royal Institute of Technology, and by the Swedish Research Council (VR) through an individual contract (VR 2015-04064) and ADOPT Center of Excellence. Regina Sinelnikov is acknowledged for providing some starting material. QC 20170320
Electrical trees are one reason for the breakdown of insulating materials in electrical power systems. An understanding of the growth of electrical trees plays a crucial role in the development of reliable high voltage direct current (HVDC) power grid systems with transmission voltages up to 1 MV. A section that contained an electrical tree in low-density polyethylene (LDPE) has been visualized in three dimensions (3D) with a resolution of 92 nm by X-ray ptychographic tomography. The 3D imaging revealed prechannel-formations with a lower density with the width of a couple of hundred nanometers formed around the main branch of the electrical tree. The prechannel structures were partially connected with the main tree via paths through material with a lower density, proving that the tree had grown in a step-by-step manner via the prestep structures formed in front of the main channels. All the prechannel structures had a size well below the limit of the Paschen law and were thus not formed by partial discharges. Instead, it is suggested that the prechannel structures were formed by electro-mechanical stress and impact ionization, where the former was confirmed by simulations to be a potential explanation with electro-mechanical stress tensors being almost of the same order of magnitude as the short-term modulus of low-density polyethylene.
This paper presents the absorption, mechanical, and antimicrobial properties of novel types of biofoams based on wheat-gluten (WG) and its biohybrids with silica. The hybrid WG foams were in situ polymerized with silica using two different silanes. When immersed in water, the 90-95% porous WG and silica-modified hybrid WG foams showed a maximum water uptake between 32 and 11 times the original sample weight. The maximum uptake was only between 4.3 and 6.7 times the initial weight in limonene (a nonpolar liquid) but showed reversible absorption/desorption and that the foams could be dried into their original shape. The different foams had a cell size of 2-400 mu m, a density of 60-163 kg/m(3), and a compression modulus of 1-9 MPa. The integrity of the foams during swelling in water was improved by cross-linking with glutaraldehyde (GA) or by a thermal treatment at 130 degrees C, which polymerized the proteins. In the never-dried state, the foam acted as a sponge, and it was possible to squeeze out water and soak it repeatedly. If the foam was dried to its glassy state, then the cells collapsed and did not open again even if the solid foam was reimmersed in water, saving as a sensor mechanism that can be used to reveal unintended exposure to polar liquids such as water under a product's service life. Small-angle X-ray scattering revealed that the gliadin-correlated structure expanded and then disappeared in the presence of water. The foam was made antimicrobial by impregnation with a Lanasol solution (a bromophenol existing in algae). It was also shown that the foam can act as a transfer/storage medium for liquids such as natural oils (rapeseed oil) and as a slow-release matrix for surfactant chemicals.
Optically transparent wood (TW) with transmittance as high as 85% and haze of 71% was obtained using a delignified nanoporous wood template. The template was prepared by removing the light-absorbing lignin component, creating nanoporosity in the wood cell wall. Transparent wood was prepared by successful impregnation of lumen and the nanoscale cellulose fiber network in the cell wall with refractive-index-matched prepolymerized methyl methacrylate (MMA). During the process, the hierarchical wood structure was preserved. Optical properties of TW are tunable by changing the cellulose volume fraction. The synergy between wood and PMMA was observed for mechanical properties. Lightweight and strong transparent wood is a potential candidate for lightweight low-cost, light-transmitting buildings and transparent solar cell windows.
Nacre-like structures have attracted great interest in recent years due to their outstanding toughness, stiffness and impact resistance. However, there is a challenge associated with engineering nacre-like calcium phosphate crystals. In this study, thin nacreous-like monetite sheets were synthesized in solutions guided by a surfactant. The influence of temperature, initial pH, Ca/P ratio, stirring time and the concentration of cetyltrimethylammonium bromide (CTAB) on the nacre-like structure has been studied. Findings showed that a nacre-like structure could only be formed at a high temperature (90 °C), high initial pH (11), sufficient stirring time (3 h), and under the presence of CTAB. A small-angle X-ray scattering experiment carried out at a synchrotron radiation facility showed that the distance between nanolayers was around 2.6 nm and TEM confirmed the fine sheet-like structure. The mechanism of the formation the nacre-like structure and its characterization were discussed.


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A Year Ago Today
15th October 2016
Official Flower-Farming Florist
11th September 2016
Its official. I can officially say now that I have grown flowers specifically for a wedding and then arranged with said flowers into wedding-flower table arrangements and two crates full of flowers. PHEW. Exciting. Amazing. Can't-quite-believe it moment.
This growing-to-picking-to-arranging process is what I've been wanting to do for three years now, and now I can say that I have done it! Funnily enough, the venue for this wedding was a beautiful rustic old barn in Hampshire, near Whitchurch (where my granny used to live) called Clock Barn, and where I had helped out a Lovely Florist Lady do wedding flowers there two years ago. I remember walking into the venue and thinking I hadn't seen anywhere more idyllic/rustic/magical. And how amazing it was to see the flower filled jam-jars we'd spent two days making in their final positions on the tables, tying all the other decorations together and making the room say 'wedding party over here!' Her choices of colour, and flower, were so romantic and delicate, with just the right amount of whimsical wildness. I was enchanted and so happy to be able to have learnt so much from her about wedding floristry in those few days!
We trundled from the outskirts of Guildford down to the venue and back again in the same day, and I so vividly remember telling Lovely Florist Lady how much I'd love to get into growing flowers to then use for weddings or events. Her advice was to go to America and see if I could learn from the Goddess of flower farming herself; she of Floret Flowers (look her up because she's awesome and the flowers she grows are insanely beautiful and inspiring.) I didn't end up taking her advice – taking advice is not really my forte – BUT I really did consider it. And then quickly chickened out. BUT it was enough to get me really seriously considering and researching flower farming in Britain. That Autumn I resigned from the brilliantly quirky florist shop I'd been working in for two years, the place where I'd learnt so much about flowers, and I began hunting for pastures new, literally, to start my very own flower farm.
And here I am, two years later. Creating flower arrangements for a wedding in the same beautiful venue as back then, this time on my own, and using flowers that I grew myself (about 85% I grew from seed). I did have to buy in some gorgeous Pink Piano roses, Clematis, a few Lisianthus and some bright pink Gladioli. But actually, judging from the left-overs in my garage/floristry workshop (so glamorous) I only used half of what I'd bought. So that means that roughly 95% of the flowers I used in the wedding creations today I actually grew on the flower farm. Which is a rather brilliant, proud-making moment that tells me I am now officially a real-deal flower farmer who arranges with the flowers she grows...HOORAY!
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Other common/scientific names: bronchopneumonia, interstitial pneumonia, aspiration pneumonia, pneumonitis
A dog has two sets of lungs on either side of the chest cavity. They surround the heart and fill most of the chest between the base of the neck and the diaphragm. Each set of lungs are made up of lobes or sections. The right lung has four lobes and the left lung has three. The lungs are responsible for taking in oxygen and eliminating waste gases like carbon dioxide. The trachea or windpipe is the tube that carries air from the base of the larynx (voicebox) to the beginning of the airways in the lungs where it splits into the left and right bronchi. The bronchi spread out into the lung tissue and continue to divide into smaller channels called bronchioles. These bronchioles eventually terminate into the tiny air sacs called alveoli from which respiratory gases are exchanged.
Pneumonia is defined as inflammation of the deep tissue of the lung. Pneumonia is a separate condition from bronchitis which is inflammation of the bronchi and bronchioles. These conditions commonly go together and are referred to as bronchopneumonia. Another type of pneumonia is called interstitial pneumonia which affects the tissue between the alveoli. Aspiration pneumonia is caused by food being inhaled into the lungs after repeated regurgitation from megaesophagus or chronic vomiting.
Pneumonia can be further classified by its original cause:
Most cases of pneumonia have more than one cause and include a bacterial infection. Very young dogs, older dogs, heavily parasitized dogs and dogs living in poor conditions have weakened immune systems which can predispose them to pneumonia.
Contagious causes of pneumonia (kennel cough and distemper) are spread through respiratory secretions from coughing, infected dogs.
Dogs with pneumonia typically have a moist, productive cough. Other signs include rapid breathing, fever, nasal discharge, depression, lack of appetite and listlessness.
Diagnosis of pneumonia is based on physical examination and careful auscultation (listening) of the lungs with a stethoscope for abnormal lung sounds. Chest radiographs are recommended and will reveal abnormal lungs. The x-ray pattern can help determine the cause and assess the severity of disease. Other laboratory testing needed are a fecal examination to detect parasite eggs, a heartworm test and a complete blood count (CBC), serum biochemistry and urinalysis to monitor inflammation and diagnose secondary systemic conditions.
A transtracheal wash is a procedure where the trachea is flushed and cells are obtained for identification and culture and sensitivity. These results can help with both the diagnosis and treatment. Bronchoscopy utilizes a flexible tube with a lighted scope to visualize the airways. The bronchoscope can also be used to obtain cells from deep in the lung and is typically used in specialty veterinary clinics.
Mildly affected dogs with pneumonia can be treated at home with oral antibiotics and airway humidification. Severely affected dogs will need to be hospitalized and treated with oxygen, intravenous fluids, intravenous antibiotics and supportive care.
Pneumonia is a serious disease and may take several weeks to resolve. However, bacterial infections usually respond well to antibiotics if diagnosed and treated early in the disease. Cases which have serious systemic disease or dogs which are severely debilitated have a much poorer prognosis.
Keeping your dog dewormed for endoparasites and vaccinated for preventable disease will keep your dog's immune system strong and healthy. Click here for more information on canine vaccinations.
Many of the monthly medications used to prevent fleas, ticks and heartworm disease also treat intestinal endoparasites. Veterinarians recommend that most dogs be given these monthly medications year round. All dogs should have an annual fecal examination performed.
Dogs that are treated at home will benefit from humidified air. A humidifier can be used in a small room such as a bathroom. The air in a bathroom can also be humidified by running the shower with warm water. The dog can be confined to the bathroom to inhale the warm, moist air.
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Choosing The Right Spray Foam For Your Project
Choosing The Right Spray Foam For Your Project
There are all kinds of reasons you may be renovating your home. Perhaps you want to create the perfect entertainment room, or a space for your teen's band to practice. Maybe you want to build an in-law suite, or renovate your attic to increase your living space. Regardless, choosing the right insulation for your project can be challenging, if you're not sure where to start.
When it comes to residential applications, spray foam insulation like Icynene is an ideal choice, but what types of spray foam insulation are available? At Icynene, there are two main types of spray foam for your home insulation needs.
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Maria's Lovers (1984)
Ivan Bibic returns to his Pittsburgh PA suburb after surviving a Japanse POW camp, causing regular nightmares. All the time he remained faithfully devoted to his childhood love, fellow ethnic Yugoslavian virgin Maria Bosic. She dates him again, thus ruining a virtual engagement to captain Al Griselli. Against Ivan's dad's advice, they get married. But Ivan became psychologically impotent, feels unworthy of her and starts wondering, even looking for another girl. Meanwhile slick guitar-and-song-busker Clarence Butts moves in to South-Western PA, and seduces Maria.
The movie Maria's Lovers, released in 1984, features 13 songs from artists like Keith Carradine, The Andrews Sisters, The Ink Spots and The Pied Pipers. What is your favorite song from Maria's Lovers?Tweet
Songs from Maria's Lovers
- Don't Get Around Much Anymore
- In The Mood
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- Let's Dance
- Makin' Whoopee
- Pennsylvania Polka
- Maria's Eyes
- Keith Carradine
- Joseph, Joseph
- (I'll Be With You) In Apple Blossom Time
- The Andrews Sisters
- It's A Sin To Tell A Lie
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Chapter 809: Take Them Down
Still concealed, Jiang Chen was amused when he heard the Majestic clan lord's words. The Majestic clan lord still thinks that the Peafowl Guard has nothing on them. In reality, Jiang Chen had been present for quite a while. It was just that he couldn't make an appearance because of what would happen next. Therefore, both young master Ji San and him had disguised themselves as solo cultivators and watched the show unfold from a hidden corner. They were extremely pleased to see the Shura Guard stumped for words at the hands of the Peafowl Guard.
As for the Majestic clan lord, he was still smiling calmly, righteous in the belief that his words had demolished Captain Kong's cause. If Captain Kong was smart, he would be taking his men away right about now. However, the clan lord didn't see the embarrassment he expected on Captain Kong's face. In fact, Captain Kong's face turned chilly, "I see the Majestic Clan isn't going to be convinced unless we show you reality! Are you still going to be remain stubborn and resist to your last breath?"
His words only confused the Majestic clan lord. Do you really understand the rules, Captain Kong? Where on earth do you get your confidence? You say that I won't be convinced unless I see reality? Whatever do you mean?
The Majestic clan lord had thought the Peafowl Guard had learned of the clan's partnership with the Eternal Celestial Capital, but that was nothing to be ashamed or afraid of. It was perfectly normal to cooperate with another entity and act as an agent to sell pills. The only reason the Majestic Clan didn't want to reveal the partnership was to give Veluriyam Capital the false impression that they were the refiners of the Longevity Pill. Although his decision was a little selfish, it was hardly an important matter, much less one that broke the law.
"I'm afraid I don't understand what you're talking about, Captain Kong. The Majestic Clan has done nothing wrong, so naturally there's nothing to admit. Please be aware that there are countless witnesses here, if you really are planning to intimidate the Majestic Clan using the Peafowl Guard's authority or frame us, Captain Kong." The Majestic clan lord was actually subtly threatening Captain Kong instead.
Captain Kong smiled eerily and nodded all of a sudden, "Very well. I will take that as an admission that you will turn down your final chance to confess your crimes. Don't say that I never gave you a chance, you hear? Men, arrest the Wang father and son and seal off Taiyuan Lodge. You have permission to kill anyone who resists!"
The open kill order that came twice in a row caused the conflict to escalate in a matter of seconds. The Majestic clan lord and his son turned deathly pale. Wang Teng especially cried out in grievance, "What the hell? This is persecution!"
Captain Kong smiled coldly, "That's your forte, no?"
Once he was finished, Captain Kong swept a glance across all other clan lords who were partaking in today's event, "Everyone, are you going to watch from the sidelines? Or are you going to step into this mess yourself?"
These clan lords were all Emperor Shura's subordinates and the Majestic Clan's diehard followers. There was no way they could allow the Majestic Clan to be detained without saying anything. Even if they couldn't resist, they had to say something in support of the Majestic Clan.
"Captain Kong, we are in no position to comment about the Peafowl Guard going about their business, but law enforcement has to have a basis in law, does it not? At least tell us what the Wang father and son did wrong, or how can the masses be convinced otherwise? We clan lords are the Majestic Clan's friends. There is no way we can let you take the Wang father and son away without good reason!"
"Yeah, there must be reason behind this!"
Captain Kong was also well aware that these people were diehard supporters of the Majestic Clan. He smiled coldly, "Everyone, my advice to you is to stay out of this business, for it won't be worth it if you accidentally get yourself involved in the ensuing mess. This is my final warning: back off. If you don't, we shall treat you as accomplices and arrest you as well."
These clan lords didn't think that Captain Kong would act this forceful. They exchanged uncertain glances with each other. Although they had the courage to speak up on behalf of the Majestic Clan, that didn't mean that they actually dared to go up against the Peafowl Guard. The Guard represented Emperor Peafowl. If they dared to offend Emperor Peafowl, the emperor himself might cause a river of blood to flow at their expense. The emperor quite literally could slap them into meat paste if he so wanted. Although these clan lords looked impressive and awe inspiring in Veluriyam Capital, their posturing was only effective to people who were beneath their stature. They were nothing but ants before a great emperor, and especially Emperor Peafowl. It was said that Emperor Peafowl was a supreme expert who could apparently handle three great emperors on his own. Even great emperors didn't dare pick a fight with Emperor Peafowl, much less the emperor realm cultivators present.
The Majestic clan lord laughed loudly at this, "Very well, very well. The Peafowl Guard truly is mighty and baleful. Everyone, I do not ask you to offend the Peafowl Guard for my sake. I only ask that you report this injustice to Emperor Shura so that he may seek out justice for me."
The Majestic clan lord also knew that enforcement carried out by the Peafowl Guard could not be stopped. If they tried, the Peafowl Guard would kill them all without mercy. Their words were definitely not empty threats, which was why he wasn't going to try at all. He was now even more certain that this was Emperor Peafowl's subordinates purposely trying to cause trouble for the Majestic Clan and take revenge for the capture of the House Wei father and son. However, while the Shura Guard had created 'evidence' before they made their arrest, the Peafowl Guard had merely ordered an arrest without producing any at all.
Not only was the Majestic clan lord not panic-stricken by the situation at hand, he was even feeling a little pleased. Come on then, arrest me. Let's see how you're going to conclude things once you've made the arrest. Of course, you can punish me first before trying me for my crimes, but if you did that, then not even Emperor Peafowl can handle the backlash!
He actually felt safe when he thought up to that point. The clan lord continued to show off his poise in spite of his arrest, "Everyone, I hereby thank you for attending today's event. I am sure that you know in your hearts who is in the right and who is in the wrong today. Some people think that they can hide the truth from the world, but they are wrong! I know that I am innocent, and although they've arrested me today, it is only a matter of time before they'll have to set me free, safe and sound later!"
His words sounded both just and forceful. The Majestic clan lord was very deft at rousing sympathy. His touching plea actually made plenty of neutral parties on the scene feel that the Peafowl Guard had acted a little overbearing this time. Perhaps it was true that the Majestic Clan was a victim of revenge. Setting aside what had happened to the House Wei father and son, it was undeniable that the Peafowl Guard's current actions seemed a little unfair.
Captain Kong paid the murmurs of the crowd no heed however. With the trace of a sneer lingering around the corner of his mouth, he oversaw his subordinates taping Taiyuan Lodge's entrance shut. In fact, some of the Peafowl Guards also took down Taiyuan Lodge's shop sign and smashed it to bits. They gave the Majestic Clan no face at all. The entire process was carried out in crisp, clean, and overbearing manner.
The Majestic clan lord was bleeding on the inside to see his beautiful shop sign being smashed into bits after it'd been just hung atop his store, but he was also sneering inwardly. You can throw your weight around all you like now, but you absolutely won't get off scot free later!
When everything was done, Captain Kong swept an indifferent glance across the Majestic Clan faction. "Who are the pill kings registered under Taiyuan Lodge?"
The Majestic Clan's pill kings all cowered behind the closest piece of cover they could find. However, Captain Kong had already investigated their identities beforehand. He locked his gazes on these people as they were dragged mercilessly out into the open.
The Shura Guard commander sneered, "You may be feeling happy now, Kong, but I dare say that you won't be able to settle this later! Detaining a clan lord like this! Your gall is greater than the four monarchs under your Emperor Peafowl."
Captain Kong smiled indifferently, "I'm sorry? Did you say you wanted to join them at Sacred Peafowl Mountain?"
The Shura Guard commander simply sneered and said nothing, knowing that the odds were against them right now. It was only after Captain Kong had done everything that he needed to do that he finally cupped his fists to the crowd, "Everyone, I am sure that some of you think that we have acted a little hastily and over aggressive, didn't you? But I'm sure you won't think the same way if you knew just how angry we are right now. I am sure that you'll think even less of the Wang father and son's innocence once I tell you the truth." He stared coldly at the Majestic clan lord, "Clan Lord Wang, why did you not answer me when I asked you where your pill recipe was from? If you won't answer this question, then I'll be the one to tell everyone where you'd gotten the Longevity Pill's pill recipe!"
"What on earth are you trying to say?" the Majestic clan lord sneered.
Captain Kong declared loudly, "The Longevity Pill's pill recipe originally belonged to the Sacred Peafowl Mountain. However, not only did this Majestic Clan somehow manage to steal our pill recipe, he actually had the gall to build Taiyuan Lodge and sell the Longevity Pill openly! Now you tell me if the Majestic Clan should be punished for their crimes!"
What?! His words was a tidal wave that caught everyone by surprise.
The Longevity Pill's pill recipe was originally Sacred Peafowl Mountain's?!
The Majestic Clan had stolen the recipe from Sacred Peafowl Mountain?
Oh… no wonder the Peafowl Guard would muster so many men and make such a big fuss! The Majestic Clan had been a little too bold to pull this kind of stunt, hadn't they? How dare they steal something that belonged to Sacred Peafowl Mountain? The onlookers who hated the Majestic Clan from the start immediately started to hoot.
"I see, no wonder. Well done, Peafowl Guard! You're utterly shameless, Majestic Clan!"
"Yeah, well done! I can't believe that a great clan would commit thievery. This is an insult to our civilization!"
"I knew it, the Peafowl Guard has always been fair, so why would they suddenly oppress the Majestic Clan for no reason? Where's there's smoke, there's obviously fire!" More and more were standing up and accusing the Majestic Clan. It was obvious that the Majestic Clan's reputation had always been bad, and they had annoyed people even more with their exorbitant pricing earlier. In comparison, the Peafowl Guard maintained their image as a mysterious but fair unit. They represented the peak of Veluriyam Capital, and they had always been loved by all. Naturally, they trusted the Peafowl Guard over the Majestic Clan.
Don't tell me that the Peafowl Guard would accuse the Majestic Clan wrongly! They wouldn't make such a claim without sure evidence!
A boom resounded in the Majestic clan lord's mind. He was obviously blown a little off his feet by Captain Kong's words. However, he quickly regained his cool and laughed loudly. "What a joke, what a joke! Sacred Peafowl Mountain's pill recipe, you say? What a bold claim to make, Captain Kong! Let's not forget just how heavily guarded Sacred Peafowl Mountain is. Is it really possible for the likes of me to slip into such a place? Moreover, since when did Sacred Peafowl Mountain possess the Longevity Pill? If you did, why haven't you promoted it despite possessing such a revolutionary pill?"
One had to admit that the Majestic clan lord was very good at capturing the important points. He immediately won some support with his words. For a time, everyone's gazes were directed to Captain Kong once more. It was obvious that they were waiting to listen if Captain Kong had any further evidence to support his claim.
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Behind the success of AI Development Company, machine learning has a big role. Without machine learning capabilities, the system keeps doing the same mistakes repeatedly and does not respond better in authority optimizing the solution-based experience.
Machine learning enables the system to evolve over time and adapt to users habits, idiosyncrasies, and general mistakes. Custom software development is gradually adopting artificial intelligence but still, there is a lot to go because still for the mainstream web development AI is a far reach.
The prospect of AI in web development:
The most sought-after term Artificial Intelligence Solutions is an innovation that is influencing around three fourth consumer populations. The expectation of businesses to engage more customers is pushing the amalgamation of Artificial Intelligence and web development through innovative methods. Be it online shopping, health industry, Retail Industry, or manufacturing, everyone is embracing the viable solution. Also keenly using the chatbot or virtual assistants to meet customer needs. As per the report, an AI development company would be the second home for web app development by 2020.
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Zoo Day Disaster is a SpongeBob SquarePants book written by David Lewman and illustrated by Robert Dress. It was released on June 28, 2005 and is based on the episode "The Smoking Peanut." It is the tenth SpongeBob SquarePants chapter book.
It's Annual Free Day at the Bikini Bottom Zoo! SpongeBob and Patrick can't wait to see Clamu, the giant oyster, perform spectacular tricks. But when he sees that Clamu is fast asleep, SpongeBob tries to wake her by tossing a peanut into her arena. It works: Clamu wakes up, but cries nonstop, disturbing all of Bikini Bottom! Everyone wants to make sure that whoever tossed the peanut is punished. Panicking, SpongeBob denies knowing anything about it. Finally, the police announce that they've found their man. Is SpongeBob headed to jail?
The cover shows Clamu the giant oyster wailing with zookeepers trying to calm her down. Citizens can be seen looking at her, and SpongeBob and Patrick can be seen walking away with SpongeBob nervous and holding a bag of peanuts and both of them wearing red and white zoo hats.


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Ashmita and Laxmi Saurya Urjah and Traders was founded by Danu Ale and Gita Pariyar, so they could earn a larger income. They felt encouraged after they were able to sell solar lights immediately after starting their business.
Danu Ale and Gita Pariyar are both members of marginalized communities. Danu is from an indigenous ethnic caste and Gita is from the Dalit caste. They have known each other for many years and work together in community development programs by providing trainings related to cook stoves, furniture production, and health and sanitation awareness. They make a good team as their personalities complement each other.
Danu used to work as a trainer and Gita volunteered for community events. They were looking for income generating opportunities in order to provide their children with a better education.


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Major Sun Protection Ingredients that help protect your skin
Protecting your skin from the harmful effects of sun exposure is important in staying healthy and maintaining a youthful appearance. That's why we always suggest the use of sun protection when you're venturing outside – even for short durations. This is especially important for those who are using lightening products.
Fortunately, most moisturizers and even makeups include some level of sun protection. But understanding what's in your chosen product, moisturizer, makeup, sunscreen, or sun block can be helpful.
What is a sunscreen ingredient?
There are two types of sun protection widely available. Physical sunscreens and chemical sunscreens. Physical sunscreens work by actually scattering, blocking, or absorbing UVA and/or UVB light. Chemical sunscreens work by absorbing ultraviolet light to varying degrees. The downside of chemical options is they're not immediately effective, taking 20-30 minutes until they offer protection. Further, chemical sunscreens are absorbed into the skin….and can cause allergic reactions.
Physical Sunscreen Ingredients:
Titanium dioxide offers protection from UVB and short UVA radiation but not long wave UVA which is known to cause sun damage and aging in humans. Derived from the highly reflective chalky, white mineral, titanium, it's non-irritating, non-comedogenic, and for cosmetic use micronized by forming many small micro particles allowing your own skin tone to show.
Zinc oxide offers broad-spectrum protection (UVB and most of UVA). Listed at the top of the FDA monograph as effective sun protection it is arguably considered the best broad spectrum protection available. Zinc oxide is also known for its mild antimicrobial and wound healing properties.
Chemical Sunscreen Ingredients
Aminobenzoic Acid (PABA): PABA protects against UVB but not UVA. It was discovered to have harmful health effects and so its use is highly discouraged.
Avobenzone: Extensive UVA and limited UVB.
Cinoxate: Extensive UVB and limited UVA.
Dioxybenzone: Extensive UVB and considerable UVA.
Ecamsule (aka Mexoryl SX): Extensive UVA and limited UVB.
HomosalatE: Minimal UVA and extensive UVB.
Menthyl Anthranilate: Considerable UVA and extensive UVB.
Octocrylene: Limited UVA and extensive UVB.
Octyl Methoxycinnamate (OMC): Limited UVA and extensive UVB.
Octyl Salicylate: Minimal UVA and extensive UVB.
Oxybenzone: Considerable UVA and extensive UVB.
Padimate O: Minimal UVA and extensive UVB.
Phenylbenzimidazole: Minimal UVA and extensive UVB.
Sulisobenzone: Considerable UVA and extensive UVB.
Tinosorb: UVA and UVB.
Trolamine Salicylate: Minimal UVA and extensive UVB.
Newer sunscreens are beginning to incorporate nanotechnology. Nano-sized titanium dioxide and zinc oxide particles are included in the formulations. The smaller sized particles do not have leave the white coating on the skin but offer the same protection as their normal applications.


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My name is Peter, and I am a responsible, quiet, retired Professional Firefighter (participated in 9/11 Ground Zero rescue efforts) from the east coast who spends months exploring this beautiful country. I am very mindful on being quiet, considerate, respectful and stealthy when it comes to parking. I travel the country for months at a time, as I enjoy my new retired status, concentrating on sightseeing the beauty of the country, attending local festivals, historical places and events, snowboarding and playing golf in local areas, and visiting friends all over the country. I am pretty handy, and interested in meeting people and making new friends.
Pretty handy with RV systems, construction skills, operate machinery (earthmoving equipment), safety and security measures, very active in most sports.
I sometimes travel with my girlfriend who has a very gentle, mature, quiet Chocolate Labrador Retriever.
Ski area parking areas, downtown restaurants parking lots, quiet fields, vineyards, desert areas, friends and family's driveways. Like to visit historical venues, Civil War sites, ski areas, golf courses.
I am based out of Hilton Head Island, South Carolina.
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Falling Down (1993) is an American / British / French crime drama film directed by Joel Schumacher. It stars Michael Douglas as William Foster ("D-Fens"), Robert Duvall as Sgt. Martin Prendergast and Barbara Hershey as Beth Trevino. The film revolves around Foster, recently divorced and laid off, who goes on an increasingly violent rampage through Los Angeles by foot, after getting stuck in a traffic jam.


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To clean this table, use a non-abrasive cloth to wipe away dry erase markers and use a non-abrasive cloth to wash the table surface with soap and water and to dry it. (NO household cleaners on acrylic. It ruins the clarity). Also, Novus has great items to clean your acrylic.
This table comes with one black dry erase marker. If you are looking for flashy colors I suggest purchasing Expo Neon Dry Erase Markers or Liquid Chalk Dry Erase Markers (links redirect to Amazon Marketplace).
Every product is handcrafted in Arizona at home and in the Tech Shop, a community based building and learning center. Each piece is unique which is the best part about handmade. Please allow for slight variances from what is shown in photos per differences in wood grain and metal hues.
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If there are any workmanship related issues, please document the claim thoroughly and contact me directly to set up a refund or repair.


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Seinäjoki is justifiably proud of its connection to Alvar Aalto. The internationally-renowned architect and designer was born in nearby Kuortane and designed the centrepiece of Seinäjoki, the "Alvar Aalto Ecclesiastical, Administrative & Cultural Centre", known to locals as the Aalto Centre.
This is a collection of six buildings: Lakeuden Risti Church (1957), Town Hall, , Library, Parish buildings, Police & Court building and City Theatre (1987). It adorns the town centre, around which Seinäjoki continues to develop at an impressive pace. Conveniently, it covers a compact area, so it is easy to visit all of the buildings in one trip: Although there is so much to see in each one, maybe you should make it an overnight visit. There are many articles introducing the wonders of the Aalto Centre, so I thought I'd mention another Alvar Aalto building, located only 500m away, or a few minutes walk away…
Civil Guard Headquarters & Barracks of South Ostrobothnia After Finland's Independence (1917) and Civil War (1918), the work of the Civil Guard continued and Barracks houses were built all over the country. This early example of Alvar Aalto's buildings was designed in the early-1920's and officially opened in 1926. It is a noticeable different style to his later works in Seinäjoki, more classical than brutalist. It was used in this capacity until after the Continuation War, during World War II, after which the Civil Guard was disbanded. The building was then used as a residential home, a school and a travel agency, in what was once a very rural-looking Seinäjoki. It was then repurposed once again and opened, in 1990, as an ongoing monument to the Civil Guard (Suojeluskunta) and the Lotta Svärd, a voluntary auxiliary paramilitary organisation for Finnish women. You will now find permanent exhibitions to both organisations in the main building.
The museum consists of three buildings: a green wooden main building, a whitewashed courtyard and a timber-framed outbuilding. The view from the street, as you walk past the building, reveal a neatly laid-out garden with an intriguing wooden pergola, both from Aalto's original design, which encircles a statue of a Civil Guardsman. The main building is entered directly from the street, a few paces and up a few steps from Kauppakatu. As you notice the ornate decoration of the facade, be sure to look up into the eaves of the roof.
Entering into the ground (first) floor, you will find a semi-circular ballroom. While you walk round the exhibitions, you will notice the green and red theme of the exterior continues throughout the wood and plaster corridors and hallways, all of which display Alvar Aalto's original furnishings and fittings. The main building hosts exhibitions about Civil Guard, the Lotta Svärd organisation and Jaegers. There is also a meeting room, an information desk and a museum shop. In the outbuilding, you will find an exhibition about Mannerheim and the Seinäjoki headquarters, as well as the various sporting pursuits of the Civil Guard. The main building hosts exhibitions about Civil Guard, the Lotta Svärd organisation and Jaegers. There is also a meeting room, an information desk and a museum shop. In the outbuilding, you will find an exhibition about Mannerheim and the Seinäjoki headquarters, as well as the various sporting pursuits of the Civil Guard.
There are not many photos available online, so virtual tour is not possible. The best way to view Aalto's lesser known gem, is to make it part of your itinerary the next time (or even the first time) you Visit Seinäjoki.
Suojeluskunta ja Lotta Svärd -museo
Address: Kauppakatu 17, 60100 Seinäjoki
Additional reading:
Aalto in Seinäjoki – several short documents in English at www.seinäjoki.fi
Details of Guided Tours of the Alvar Aalto centre and museum packages visit South Ostrobothnia Travel Service or contact by e-mail firstname.lastname@example.com
Civil Guard on Wikipedia
Lotta Svärd on Wikipedia
Additional Listening:
A Tour of Aalto Centre part 1 – Town Hall and Lakeuden Risti church
A Tour of Aalto Centre part 2 – City Theatre and the Libraries


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Not all of us have the time or the energy for that matter to devote ourselves completely to a life dedicated to hours in the gym. Still, that doesn't mean you have to walk around looking like a sack of potatoes. For all of the lazy guys like me out there, here are a few workouts that will deliver maximum results with minimum effort and leave you walking tall with a decent pump.
- Planks. Seriously, this could be your entire workout routine. Everybody can find a spare minute of motivation somewhere in their day. A few minutes spent planking each day will have your core and stomach feeling noticeably tighter. Your posture will improve, and you'll genuinely feel fitter. Even if you can't afford to do anything else, just plank.
- Squats. I've heard it said, "If you want big arms, Squat. If you want a big chest, squat." Squatting releases a ton of testosterone into the bloodstream, which will help grow and repair your other muscle groups and will help with your motivation throughout the rest of the week. With or without weight on your back, the benefits of squatting are undeniable and go well beyond just building a solid foundation.
- 7-7-7 Curls. I like to call this one the air pump for my arms because after a few sets, you can literally see an inch or more added to your biceps. The idea here is to curl a comfortable weight for sets of 21, the first 7 reps being from the full extension down to the middle point of a normal curl, the second 7 being from the midpoint up to the top, and the final 7 being the full rep with a complete extension. This might sound easy, but you'll feel the burn, and a few sets of these will have your arms looking noticeably bigger.
- Pull-ups. Throw a few sets of pull-ups into your daily routine. This underrated exercise targets so many muscle groups, from your stomach and core, lats, triceps, deltoids, shoulders, and back. This workout is like none other in providing a well-rounded approach to so many muscle groups simultaneously. Having your core and back muscles firmed will have you walking taller with better posture, instantly making you look better and your body look more solid.
- Dips. Here's another workout that can pretty easily be incorporated into your daily repertoire. Doing a few good sets of dips will see your chest expanded, your biceps tightened, and your triceps bulging and looking cut. This upper body workout is perfect for days when time is limited but a good pump is essential. Plus, while dipping, you can easily build your abs as well by bringing your knees up as you dip, one at a time in a bike peddler's motion. This will additionally target your stomach and help expedite your routine.
- Deadlift. This one might be a bit intimidating to some, but it doesn't have to be. Light weights and a focus on form should be used until you're confident and experienced enough to be a bit more hardcore. The benefits of this workout are unmatched. From your trape muscle all the way through your legs, this pull works your entire body with every rep. Your stomach will tighten and your shoulders will square up after just a handful of sets. Finding the opportunity to deadlift once a week will reap untold benefits on your physical form. Just remember to focus on safety and to stay within your comfort zone.
- Push-ups. My Dad used to tell me that if nothing else, to at least do push-ups everyday and my body would feel solid. This is another workout that targets multiple muscle groups and can be done with almost no time investment. Holding your body straight and tight while doing pushups will help strengthen your stomach and core, as well as build a solid chest and triceps. Changing your body's positioning can also help you to target other specific muscle groups.
- V-up Crunches This exercise will build a cut and tight stomach in no time. For those unfamiliar, start by lying on your back, stretched out on the ground, with your arms fully extended behind your head. Lift your legs a few inches off of the ground and hold them there. Now try and move your hands and feet together while keeping your arms and legs straight and extended. It's as if you're trying to touch them together somewhere above your stomach. While it might be a little rough at first and your abdomen muscles may be hating you for some time after, this one is definitely worth it.
You have no excuse for not fitting these exercises into your daily routine. You'll see results almost immediately and can stand a little taller and more confidently, knowing you're taking better care of your body.


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The 28 Most Embarrassing Things Parents Have Ever Put Their Kids ThroughBy Zachary Brenner
Embarrassing your children is the most important thing you can do as as parent. You know, after feeding them. And I guess making sure they are are safe is important, too. Of course, you are also going to want to make sure you instill some good values in them, as well. And you have to make sure they have a roof over their head. That seems kind of similar to making sure they are safe, but it feels different enough where it is worth mentioning.
And if you have two kids, you are going to want to make sure they get along with each other. Also, make sure that they both are fed and are safe. Really, I guess this is the same list as before just doubled. I mean, they only need one roof but...
Whatever. My point is that embarrassing your kids is the most important thing a parent can do. Or maybe it is in the top five most important things. You know what? Let's call it ten.
1. She did it all out of love!
2. This seems like something Mom should handle.
3. I guess it all worked out.
4. The first helicopter parent.
5. Haha. This is wrong, right?
6. This actually sounds kind of fun.
7. This isn't so much embarrassing as much as it is child endangerment.
8. Everyone look at my daughter so she can say hello!
9. They later went to prom together.
10. Um, yes.
11. There has to be a better way.
12. Could see how this would be rough.
13. The best way to ruin a terrible movie.
14. Everyone needs to know!
15. I'm not with them.
16. What a coincidence! Hehe. Sorry.
17. Who cares? It's natural.
18. That bed used to belong to someone else.
19. What? You don't think clowns and fast food are cool?
20. You want free garbage, don't you?
21. Who ever heard of someone making money with an engineering degree?
22. Come on, you guys. Know your science.
23. It'll be a great conversation starter!
24. Try apologizing for this with a straight face.
25. What a cool crowd.
26. This is still probably the best outcome to this story.
27. You know, with a little help you can make this problem go away.
28. Not so embarrassing. More terrifying.
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