text: Patent ReferencesWater powered mobile robot Patent #: 5249631 InventorApplicationNo. 12721792 filed on 03/11/2010US Classes:318/568.21Including end effector (e.g., gripping jaw, micromanipulator, etc.)ExaminersPrimary: Masih, KarenAttorney, Agent or FirmInternational ClassB25J 15/02DescriptionBACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION1. Field of the Invention The present invention relates generally to the field of mobile robotics. 2. Background Art Robots are often used to perform tasks that are inherently dangerous for humans. For example, robots have been used to explore dangerous caverns as well as disarm explosive devices. Robots may also be deployed in various hazardous environmentswhere the ambient conditions are not conducive for sustaining human life. All-terrain, mobile robotic vehicles are known and have been discussed extensively in the literature. U.S. Pat. No. 5,022,812 (Coughlin, et al.), U.S. Pat. No. 4,932,831 (White et al.), and U.S. Pat. No. 5,443,354 (Stone et al.) arerepresentative and are hereby incorporated by reference. The iRobot.RTM. PackBot™ and Foster-Miller.RTM. Talon™ are two examples of the current state of the art. iRobot.RTM. is a developer of robotic and artificial intelligence technologybased in Burlington, Mass. Foster-Miller.RTM. is an engineering and technology development firm principally located in Watham, Mass., and recently purchased as an independent, wholly owned subsidiary of the British company QinetiQ, Inc. Both robotsare capable of navigating up stairs and maneuvering over many kinds of rugged terrain, and can easily self-right themselves if flipped over. However, both these robots suffer from a common drawback. Generally, both robots operate optimally only whenthey are not burdened with a significant payload. For these robots, having to carry useful payloads can significantly complicate and fundamentally compromise their maneuverability and overall effectiveness. Robotic torsos and robotic arms capable of lifting payloads of various weights are known. U.S. Pat. No. 4,024,961 (Stolpe), U.S. Pat. No. 4,565,487 (Kroczynski), U.S. Pat. No. 5,394,766 (Johnson et al.) and U.S. Pat. No. 6,408,225(Ortmeier, et al.) are representative and are hereby incorporated by reference. The PackBot™ Explosive Ordinance Disposal ("EOD"), for example, wields a cumbersome, but useful, 7-DOF (Degrees of Freedom, or actuators) robotic arm. However, if thePackBot™ falls over, righting this robot could do significant damage to the arm and can be a long, slow process. Applying Dynamic Balancing Behavior ("DBB") to enhance maneuverability and navigation of an apparatus is a known technique and has been addressed extensively in the literature. Illustrative of this literature is U.S. Pat. No. 6,527,071(Villedieu), U.S. Pat. No. 6,330,494 (Yamamoto), and Raibert, M. H., Legged Robots that Balance, MIT Press, Cambridge, Mass., 1986, all of which are incorporated herein by reference. Particularly useful and incorporated herein by reference, is U.S. Pat. No. 6,302,230 (Kamen, et al.) This patent is related to the Segway.RTM. device. Although Dynamic Balancing Behavior ("DBB") has been around for many years, the underlying technology used by the Segway.RTM. has only been applied to transportersdesigned for easily navigable terrain. Further, Segway.RTM.-like systems are designed for limited-purpose, human use and are thus equipped with safety features that diminish the marvels of the underlying DBB technology. Finally, Segway.RTM. transporters must maintain a strict vertical balance to avoid throwing their riders, and maximum speeds are strictly enforced. Various systems for controlling mobile robots, such as the software architecture disclosed in U.S. Pat. No. 6,535,793 (Allard), are generally known to those skilled in the art. One such standard architecture for mobile robot control isarticulated and set forth in the Joint Architecture for Unmanned Systems (JAUS) documentation. JAUS is mandated for use by all of the programs in the Joint Ground Robotics Enterprise (JGRE). This initiative is designed to develop an architecture forthe Domain of Unmanned Systems (DUS). JAUS is an upper level design for the interfaces within the domain of Unmanned Ground Vehicles (UGS). It is a component based, message-passing architecture that specifies data formats and methods of communicationamong computing nodes. It defines messages and component behaviors that are independent of technology, computer hardware, operator use, and vehicle platforms and isolated from mission. JAUS uses the Society of Automotive Engineers Generic Open Architecture (SAE GOA) framework to classify the interfaces. It complies with the Joint Technical Architecture as well as the Joint Technical Architecture--Army. JAUS is prescriptive,as opposed to descriptive, and is sufficiently flexible to accommodate technology advances. JAUS can be used by any Unmanned System--Air, Ground, Surface, or Underwater--be it commercial or military. Further information on the Joint Architecture for Unmanned Ground Systems ("JAUS") can be found at http://www.jauswg.org. This website features the definitive descriptions and publications for elements related to the JAUS standard. SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION In the most preferred embodiments of the present invention, an all-terrain, mobile robot, utilizing Dynamic Balancing Behavior ("DBB"), capable of lifting and transporting variable and delicate payloads such as humans, comprising a hybrid mobilerobotic platform, an anthropomorphic torso and articulated arms is disclosed. In accordance with at least one preferred embodiment of the invention, a method for lifting and carrying a human suffering from physical trauma, injury or disability comprises locating the human objective, directing an all-terrain mobile robotto the human's location using a remote control system, stabilizing the human's body in order to safely lift the human wherein medical devices, including but not limited to, inflatable splints, vacuum mattresses and backboards may be applied as needed,lifting the human while eliminating, minimizing, or otherwise limiting the chance of further aggravating injury, evacuating the human from the premises, and transporting the human from the area of danger to a safe area where other humans can providenecessary treatment in relative safety. According to yet another preferred embodiment of the present invention, a system or platform for extracting a human suffering from physical trauma or injury comprises an all terrain mobile robot; a Joint Architecture for Unmanned Systems("JAUS") compatible or other similar software architecture, a medical rescue and extraction protocol, wherein the all-terrain mobile robot executes the medical protocol in order to lift and return wounded humans and a JAUS-compatible Operator ControlUnit for controlling the all terrain mobile robot. A medical protocol may include activities such as administering medication, applying one or more inflatable splints, utilizing vacuum mattresses and/or backboards to lift and/or transport woundedhumans. It is to be understood that both the foregoing general description and the following detailed description are exemplary and explanatory only, and are not restrictive of the invention as claimed. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS These and other features, aspects and advantages of the present invention will become apparent from the following description, and the accompanying exemplary embodiments shown in the drawings, which are briefly described below. FIG. 1 is a side view of an embodiment of a mobile extraction-assist robot, in a vertical position and carrying a human casualty. FIG. 2A is a side view of an embodiment of a mobile extraction-assist robot in a folded position. FIG. 2B is a partial front view and a partial side view of an embodiment of a mobile extraction-assist robot carrying a payload. FIG. 3 is a front view of one embodiment of the mobile extraction-assist robot. FIG. 4 is skeletal photograph of an embodiment of the mobile extraction-assist robot with a two-wheel platform. FIG. 5 is a side view of an embodiment of the mobile extraction-assist robot in a casualty retrieval position. FIG. 6 is a schematic of an embodiment of the hydraulic system for a mobile extraction-assist robot. DETAILED DESCRIPTION For additional context in understanding the present invention, it may be useful to look at a typical scenario for deploying robots in hazardous situations, such as combat operations in a hostile environment. During combat, when a militaryservice member is wounded on the battlefield, at least two lives are typically placed at stake: the wounded person's life, and that of the medic and/or medevac personnel who must attempt to rescue the wounded service member, if not the wounded person'sfellow service members as well. Historically, medic and medevac casualties have been an unavoidable, tragic side of war. A robot capable of performing medevac operations is a desirable tool that could be used to limit medical personnel casualties aswell as wounded service member casualties. However, existing robots possessing advanced lifting and carrying attributes do not possess the agility and maneuverability needed for a medevac rescue. For example, a compact robot can be built to squeeze under a barricade, but it is extremelydifficult for one of these small robots to safely position, pick up and bring back even a young child from the other side of the aforementioned barricade. Accordingly, without developing additional robotic capabilities in the areas of maneuverability,agility, balance and strength of a mobile robot possessing an anthropomorphic torso and robotic arms is needed. Embodiments of the present invention will be described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. It should be understood that the following description is intended to describe exemplary embodiments of the invention, and not to limitthe invention. It is understood that the present invention is not limited to the particular system components, analysis techniques, etc. described herein, as these may vary. It is also to be understood that the terminology used herein is used for the purposeof describing particular embodiments only, and is not intended to limit the scope of the present invention. It must be noted that as used herein and in the appended embodiments, the singular forms "a," "an," and "the" include plural reference unless thecontext clearly dictates otherwise. The mobile robot described herein as a "system" or "platform" is intended to describe one or more preferred embodiments for implementing the robotic devices shown and described in the accompanying figures. Unless defined otherwise, all technical and scientific terms used herein have the same meanings as commonly understood by one of ordinary skill in the art to which this invention belongs. Preferred methods, system components, and materials aredescribed, although any methods and materials similar or equivalent to those described herein can be used in the practice or testing of the present invention. All references cited herein are incorporated by reference herein in their entirety. All publications and patents mentioned herein are incorporated herein by reference for the purpose of describing and disclosing, for example, the system components and methods that are described in the publications, which might be suitably usedin connection with the presently described invention. The publications discussed herein are provided solely for their disclosure prior to the filing date of the present application. Nothing herein is to be construed as an admission that the inventorsare not entitled to antedate such disclosures by virtue of prior invention or for any other reason. In certain preferred embodiments of the present invention, the mobile extraction-assist robot disclosed herein may be referred to as a "system" of components comprising a battlefield extraction-assist robot, hereinafter referred to as ("BEAR"). However, the mobile extraction-assist robot may be used in various other applications including, without limitation, general search and rescue operations, animal rescue or extraction, extraction rescue or reconnaissance at dangerous sites such as minesor other treacherous terrain. As shown generally in FIGS. 1-4, the BEAR robot comprises a mobility platform 10. Mobility platform 10 includes a base 11. Base 11 has an axle 12. Axle 12 is configured such that various locomotion mechanisms, including one or more wheels 13(as seen in FIG. 4) or one or more tracked "legs" 20 may be connected to axle 12 to provide mobility platform 10 with the type of locomotion that provides the desired mobility. The connections to mobility platform 10 may be any suitable connectionmeans, including revolute or ball joint connections. Additionally, base 11 also has a surface mounting portion 14. Surface mounting portion 14 allows various structures, for example, a robotic torso 30 to be securely attached to the mobility platform 10. Surface mounting portion 14 is alsocapable of rotating 360°, thus allowing the structure mounted on mobility platform 10 to rotate 360° Those skilled in the art will recognize that the interchangeable nature of the devices that may be attached to surface mounting portion 14are limited only by the desired application and the type of connection mechanism used to attach various structure to surface mounting portion 14. In certain preferred embodiments of the present invention, a tracked "leg" 20 is connected to each side of the base 11 at the axle 12. Legs 20 may consist of two portions, the upper leg 21 and lower leg 22. Upper leg 21 is connected to base 11at base axle 12. Upper leg 21 has a range of motion such that it may be maintained in one of several positions, including but not limited to a horizontal, elevated or flat position. Upper leg 21 has a movable tracked surface 23 such that upper leg 21may engage the ground or other surface and cause mobility platform 10 to be moved in a desired direction. Connections between legs 21 and 22 and base 11 as well as to other components may be by In another preferred embodiment of the present invention, mobility platform 10 further comprises a lower leg 22. Lower leg 22 is connected to upper leg 21 by a mid-leg axle 24. In certain embodiments of the invention, lower leg 22 is connectedto upper leg 21 such that lower leg 22 is located to the outside of upper leg 21 as shown in FIG. 2B and FIG. 3. Lower leg 22 has a range of motion at mid leg axle 24 such that it may be maintained in one of several positions, including but not limitedto a horizontal, elevated or flat position. Lower leg 22 has a bottom axle 25 located at an end opposite mid-leg axle 24. Further, in at least one preferred embodiment of the present invention, lower leg 22 has a movable tracked surface 26 such that the lower leg 22 may engage the ground or other surface and cause the mobility platform 10 to move in a desireddirection. In certain embodiments of the present invention, lower leg 22 has a movable tracked surface 26 that is wider than the movable tracked surface 23 of upper leg portion 21. That is, the movable tracked surface 26 of lower leg 22 has a greatersurface area than that of movable tracked surface 23 of upper leg 21. In certain preferred embodiments of the present invention, movable tracked surfaces 23, 26 covering upper 21 and lower 22 leg are configured such that it allows mobility platform 10to travel over uneven terrain and navigate rough obstacles. According to at least one preferred embodiment of the present invention. the actuation and articulation of the two "leg" systems is de-coupled. Thus, the system is capable of an unprecedented high degree of agility. For example, whennavigating on the side of a steep pitched slope, the BEAR may tuck in leg 20 uppermost on the hill, and extend leg 20 furthermost down on the hill, thereby enabling torso 30 to remain in an upright position for maximum safety in transport. In anotherexample, an on-board navigation-assist system may be employed to automatically adjust to perceived depressions, fallen trees or other navigable obstacles, all the while solving for keeping torso 30 erect, and thus keeping the human patient (or otherpayload) in an optimal position for safe transport to the target location. In another aspect of the invention, the BEAR robot has a mobility platform 10 wherein the mobility platform 10 is capable of executing dynamic balancing behavior. Dynamic Balancing Behavior (DBB) technology is described in the followingpublications and is herein incorporated by reference: U.S. Pat. No. 6,527,071 (Villedieu), U.S. Pat. No. 6,302,230 (Kamen et al), Raibert, M. H., Legged Robots that Balance, MIT Press, Cambridge, Mass., 1986. DBB systems usually include gyroscopesand accelerometers to maintain vertical balance. The BEAR robot system is also equipped with tank-like treads 23, 26 to enable high-performance traction, to navigate steep slopes and rough terrain. Though capable of operating in an upright position,the BEAR robot may utilize its DBB capability together with its treaded design to tilt itself forward or backward on rough terrain, to allow the treads 23, 26 running along the sides of upper and lower legs 20 to provide the greatest amount of possibletraction. In addition, unlike a Segway.RTM., the BEAR robot is capable of operating in any position in between vertical and horizontal extremes. This allows a range of versatility and mobility not seen in today's general-purpose robots. As seen in FIG. 1, in certain aspects of the invention, mobility platform 10 is capable of extending such that the both upper leg 21 and lower leg 22 are perpendicular to the ground. In this position, mobility platform 10 engages its dynamicbalancing system to keep the BEAR robot in an upright position. Referring now to FIG. 2, mobility platform 10 is configured to form a folded position, where the lower legs 22 are parallel to a surface and the upper legs 21 are positioned at an angle with the surface. Referring now to FIG. 5, mobility platform 10 is configured to position upper legs 21 and lower legs 22 such that both the lower leg 22 and upper leg 21 are parallel to a horizontal or non-vertical surface. As seen in the above referenced figures, the BEAR robot is capable of navigating in either a low profile, low center-of-gravity tracked mode or a high profile, high center of gravity tracked mode. Dynamic balance behavior affords the BEARsystem a high degree of flexibility and power in a multitude of environments and terrains. The BEAR robot can navigate on its "stomach" (see FIG. 5), it's "back" or its "feet," using its treads 23, 26 to navigate to a spot suitable for righting itselfinto a vertical position. Likewise, the BEAR robot can manipulate its height to suit the challenges at hand. It can lie down to pass under a low barrier, but right itself if vertical reach is needed. In accordance with at least one preferred embodiment of the present invention, the BEAR may be entirely teleoperated. In this embodiment, visual and other sensors (heat, sound, etc.) housed in the BEAR robot may collect and send data to theoperator(s) of the BEAR robot. Similarly, data signals relative to positioning, locomotion, orientation, etc. may be sent to and from the operator(s) and the BEAR robot, allowing for remote control of the BEAR robot by the operators. The data may betransmitted to and from the robot using any communication media and technology known to those skilled in the art, via cables or other wired means or via wireless communications signals (e.g., Bluetooth, IR, etc.). In either case, transmitters and/ortransponders, including Global Positioning System (GPS) units may be employed. In an alternative preferred embodiment of the present invention, a unique motion-capture system may be used in which the BEAR robot is actuated by real-time movements of a human operator wearing body-position-sensing equipment, in which the datafrom such equipment is filtered and transmitted to the robot, via wired or wireless communications signals (e.g., Bluetooth, IR, etc.). In accordance with at least one alternative preferred embodiment of the present invention, the BEAR executesautonomous movements and behaviors based on vocal commands e.g., "go rescue that wounded soldier in the stairwell." In this specific embodiment of the present invention, the vocal commands may be composed by invoking certain pre-recorded voice segmentsor, alternatively, by using a voice-recognition system that translates the vocal commands into programmatic instructions for execution by the BEAR robot. As previously discussed, these instructions may be conveyed to the BEAR robot via wired or wirelesscommunication signaling technology. In certain embodiments, the BEAR robot possesses an anthropomorphic torso 30 and articulated arms 40 suited for lifting and carrying various payloads. However, torso 30 of the BEAR robot may be various shapes and sizes. The robot may feature ashorter torso 30 for increased balance and lower center of gravity, or a longer, more slender torso 30 to enable the robot to reach higher items. Torso 30 may also telescope up and/or contract. Torso 30 may be cylindrical, or more box-like in shape, orbe semi-round such as hexagonal or octagonal in cross section. Additionally, torso 30 may be optimized for use in a configuration designed to navigate horizontally, on its belly or back, and thus potentially feature rollers or active tracked sub-systems embedded in its front and/or back--useful for crawlingunder a vehicle to use its powerful hydraulic arms 40 to raise the vehicle high enough to rescue a victim trapped beneath it. Robotic technology capable of simulating the movements of a human torso and arms is described in the following publications andis hereby incorporated by reference: U.S. Pat. No. 4,024,961 (Stolpe), U.S. Pat. No. 4,565,487 (Kroczynski), U.S. Pat. No. 5,394,766 (Johnson et al.) and U.S. Pat. No. 6,408,225 (Ortmeier et al.) As seen in FIGS. 1-3, in certain embodiments of the invention, the invention has a torso 30 attached to the surface mounting portion 14 of the mobility platform 10. At least one, but preferably two or more shoulder joints 31 are positioned onopposite sides of the torso 30. A fully articulated arm 40 is attached to each shoulder joint 31. A head unit 32 is attached to the top of the torso 30. The head may be largely decorative (e.g. to make the robot look less threatening to injured soldiers) but may also contain sensor and/or actuator equipment such as one or more cameras and/or other sensors, antennae for communication with theoperator, speakers, and/or other communication and operational systems. In certain embodiments of the invention, the articulated arm 40 consists of an upper arm 41, a lower arm 42 and a hand 50. The upper arm 41 has an elbow joint 43 and is directly attached to the shoulder joint 31. The lower arm 42 has a wristjoint 44 and is attached to the upper arm 41 at the elbow joint 43. The hand 50 is attached to the lower arm 42 at the wrist joint 44. Further, in certain embodiments of the invention, the hand 50 possesses a gripping member 51 and a thumb-like member52 attached to the gripping member 51. Thus, the thumb-like member 52 provides the BEAR robot with the ability to simulate human-like gripping positions. The robot's shoulders 31 are capable of rotating at least 360°, and the elbows 43 arecapable of moving at least 130°, from a fully-flexed position in which lower arm 42 and upper arm 41 form a straight rod, to a "bicep curl" where the robot's hand 50 moves closer to its shoulder 31. The robot's hands 50 consist of powerful hydraulic actuation at the wrist, coupled with highly-sensitive actuation in the hand 50, using a series-elastic actuator or similar device to gain such sensitivity. The hand 50 may also feature a seriesof motorized rollers to assist the hand 50 in working its way gently underneath a human victim's torso or legs, with the intention of lifting the human up. Further, the robot's hands 50 feature an opposable thumb actuator 52 that enables the robot tograsp a hand or a foot--again, employing a series-elastic actuator or similar device to enable a gentle touch that does not crush the human limb by means of teleoperated or automated force-feedback capability. The hands 50 and or lower arms 42 may also feature lateral extension surfaces that telescopically extend out from the sides of the hands 50 and/or arms 40, to provide a broader surface area on which the victim's body may rest, for increasedcomfort during extraction and/or escape, as well as for increased safety. Neck-brace-like equipment may be deployed from one or more hands/arms, and splints and/or other equipment such as tourniquets may be deployed from the robot's upper limbs as well. Further, a padded surface covers the inside surface of the upper arm 41, lower arm 42 and hand 50. Consequently, the padded surface may prevent or reduce the chance of the BEAR robot causing further harm to an injured person in the process oflifting that person. The arm padding may consist of a smooth leather or leather-like surface that will easily receive and naturally position a victim or injured person's body for optimal comfort during extraction as well as during escape. The paddingunderneath may consist of a semi-dense foam rubber or similar material, and/or an automatically conforming "memory foam" to cushion and protect the human passenger from the hard skeletal and/or exoskeleton exterior surface of the robot's limbs. In certain preferred embodiments of the present invention, the articulated arms 40 and anthropomorphic torso 30 utilize hydraulic systems to enable the BEAR robot to lift and carry payloads such as injured service members or other large and/orheavy objects. The use of hydraulic powered systems as applied to lifting objects is known in the art. See the following patents, incorporated by reference herein: U.S. Pat. No. 4,024,961 (Stolpe), U.S. Pat. No. 4,565,487 (Kroczynski), U.S. Pat. No. 5,394,766 (Johnson et al.) and U.S. Pat. No. 6,408,225 (Ortmeier et al.). In certain preferred embodiments of the present invention, the BEAR robot utilizes a hydraulic system to operate its torso 30 and arms 40. As seen in FIG. 6, the hydraulic system 60 includes a plurality of pistons 61 that serve as the primaryactuators at the various joints 31, 43, 44 of the robotic torso 30 and arms 40 of the BEAR robot. The pistons 61 (only one shown in FIG. 6) are operably connected to a series of valves 62. A reservoir 63 for hydraulic fluid is operably connected to theseries of valves 62. The reservoir 63 feeds hydraulic fluid to a pump 64, which is operably connected to the pump 64 and the series of valves 62. The pump 64 pumps the hydraulic fluid to the valves 62 through a pump line 65. An accumulator 66 isoperably connected to the pump line 65. A pressure sensor 67 is operably connected to the accumulator 66 and linked to an amplifier 68. A central processing unit ("CPU") 69 (with one or more memory components for storing CPU instructions and data, notshown this FIG.) is operably connected to the amplifier 68. Additionally, a power source 70 is connected to the amplifier 68. In certain alternative preferred embodiments of the present invention, the power source 70 is a battery or series of batteries, and may include rechargeable batteries or battery packs. CPU 69 is also operably connected to a series of valvecontrollers 71 that are connected to one or more valves 62 and control the valve operation. CPU 69 receives input from the pressure sensor 67 and valve controllers 71. This allows CPU 69 to modulate the pressure applied by a given piston 61 to allowfor acute movement of the BEAR robot's joints including its torso 30 and arms 40. This processor control embodiment of the present invention enables variable control of hydraulic actuators (over a variable range of pressures), as opposed to the typicalonly fully-on/fully off piston control. A hydraulic powered torso 30 and arms 40 provides many benefits, chief among them the capability to pick up and transport injured service members and/or civilians out of harm's way, potentially saving many lives. Due to the hydraulic system,the robotic upper body possesses the strength, for example, to lift and move a person. The sensor and actuation system in the robotic hands 50 give the robot a combination of dexterity and sensitivity, for example, to safely immobilize a patient on asplit backboard vacuum mattress and apply splints. In combination with an all-terrain mobile torso, the BEAR robot is able to swiftly reach a service member who may be injured and who may have fallen into any one of a wide variety of body positions, inany one of a wide variety of body orientations, and in any one of a wide variety of physically-constrained locations such as on a battlefield, in a ditch or in an urban stairwell, and transport him or her to safety. Furthermore, the hydraulic system applied to the BEAR robot's torso 30 in combination with the dynamically balanced mobility platform 10 allows the BEAR robot to achieve a level of agility in the form of movements and torques necessary to move afully-weighted and fully-sized person from the following positions: a) from prone to supine; b) from sitting to supine; c) from semi-prone one leg flexed at the hip to supine both legs and arms adducted (closed together). In addition, the BEAR robotpossesses the ability to lift and carry a life size, standard sized person with full military gear which may include armaments, munitions, supplies and/or specialized equipment. Moreover, the hydraulic systems, deployed in combination withabove-described sensing, actuation and/or combination sensor/actuator systems such as series-elastic actuators, are designed to allow the BEAR to handle persons in shock or who have suffered significant trauma with the sensitivity necessary to preventfurther harm. For example, a service member may be injured with a bullet wound in the leg and a consequent loss of blood, and loss of consciousness. Furthermore, the service member may be injured in the context of urban warfare, and may have fallen backwardinto a closet on the second floor of a damaged building, knocking heavy boxes on top of the service member in the process. Using teleoperation by a remote operator, the BEAR robot can navigate into a stairwell and up the stairs of the building using avariety of different positions, as partially illustrated in FIGS. 1-5. The robot can then navigate into the room of the fallen service member, and the remote operator may choose to use any one or more of a variety of strategies to safely extract theservice member from the closet area. These include using the dexterous hands, arms 40 and upper body/torso 30 to grasp the heavy boxes fallen on top of the service member and using the robot's hydraulic system to lift the boxes from on top of the victim; using the gripping thumbs,the hydraulics and the mobility system to gently pull the victim into a position to apply a neck splint, leg tourniquet and/or other lifesaving and/or patient transport safety equipment; using the hydraulic system together with other systems to load thepatient onto the BEAR robot's arms 40, and lift the patient to a secure position; using the hydraulic system, working interactively with the mobility and other systems, to adjust body movements as needed to navigate down the stairwell employing bothon-board patient-body-awareness systems as well as the tele-operator's skill in taking care not to cause further injury to the patient in the transport process; using such systems to assist the robot in navigating through doorways using the robot'sagility systems, for instance by pivoting the robot's torso 30 90° to the side to get both robot and patient safely through narrow doorways; and finally, using the hydraulics system to elevate both robotic torso 30 and patient to "standing",dynamic-balancing position to enable the robot to move at high speed over known or visible terrain to evacuate the patient to a waiting paramedic rescue team. Once there, the robot would employ its hydraulic systems, in tandem with other sensor andactuation systems, to gently lower the patient onto stretcher or gurney, for immediate treatment and transport to a hospital facility. In certain embodiments of the invention, the BEAR robot system utilizes the JAUS software architecture as specified by the JAUS Work Group ("JAUSWG") and fully consistent with the Department of Defense (DoD) Acquisition Guidelines. The use ofthe JAUS software architecture in conjunction with mobile robots is known. Further information on JAUS, the Joint Architecture for Unmanned Ground Systems can be found at http://www/jauswg.org, the disclosure of which is herein incorporated byreference. This website features the definitive descriptions and publications for elements related to the JAUS standard. In certain preferred embodiments of the present invention, the BEAR's software system reflects the JAUS specification's hardware-independent standard of six Functional Agents (Command, Telecom, Mobility, Payloads, User Training, and Maintenance)and its four Knowledge Stores (Vehicle Status, World Map, Library, and Log). In addition, the JAUS architectural style of "Data Upon Request" is implemented to support the goal of domain-wide system evolution. Thus, all operations of the BEAR Robot's, whether tele-operated or semi-autonomous, are fully controllable by any JAUS-compatible Operator Control Unit ("OCU"). Toward that end, payload bays of the BEAR robot are constructed using a fullyimplemented JAUS Xport. In certain embodiments, the BEAR's torso 30 itself will ideally connect to the hybrid base 11 using an Xport. JAUS Xport is an emerging hardware interface standard that enables various payloads such as robotic arms, neck/headassemblies and/or other sensor/actuator packages, created by any participating manufacturer to connect to various mobility or other robotic platforms made by any other participating manufacturer. Such a standard, enables a high degree of "plug and play"interoperability between platforms and payloads such as arms, torsos, mine-sweeping tools and other pieces of equipment, for optimal flexibility of deployment and utility in the field. In certain embodiments, the ground-up JAUS design of the BEAR robot's upper body/torso and arms allows plug-and-play installation and control on virtually any JAUS-compatible transportation platform, thus, enabling a versatile array ofconfigurations to perform many different kinds of tasks. Similarly, the control architecture is highly flexible. The tele-operated BEAR robot may use an Operator Control Unit that features joysticks and other standard user interface components. Alternatively, the BEAR robot may use Motion CaptureTechnology ("MCT"). The MCT system employs such equipment as data gloves, position-control helmet, and other devices to enable a user to remotely control the robot and perform rescues in a highly intuitive and safe manner, in some cases enabling therobot to assume the dexterity of the human operator on its missions. Further, the BEAR robot control system may be modified for non-combat situations. For example, in certain embodiments the present invention may employ Artificial Intelligence systemsto enable the robot to navigate, avoid obstacles, learn from human users and interact with users in socially appropriate ways. Another example is that the robot may be configured as a logistical support robot, lifting large packages or other payloadsand transporting them to another location, such as from a warehouse to a vehicle for loading material. Various preferred embodiments of the present invention described herein as the BEAR robot possess several advantages over known robots. A next-generation, dynamically-balanced mobile platform such as the BEAR allows the same robot to be usedfor a wide variety of tasks. The combination of an all-terrain, tracked mobility platform 10 capable of dynamic balancing behavior, together with a powerful hydraulic system, would enable the BEAR robot to have the agility to navigate efficiently in avariety of positions, many of which would be difficult or impossible for a human. For example, the hydraulic system would be capable of lifting the torso base 11 to variable levels, from positions corresponding to kneeling, crouching, and/or positions between a crouch and a standing position, enabling the robot to move viadynamic balancing on the "balls of its feet" in any if these positions. Further, as described earlier, independent movement of the legs 20 (which may be at two or more levels) enables a new level of mobile agility, enabling the robot to dynamicallybalance over uneven terrain. For example, when moving via dynamic balancing in a vertical position (as shown in FIG. 1), by sensing the terrain immediately in front of the robot, the robot is able to "lift a leg" as needed during locomotion to adjustfor lateral stability. In certain preferred embodiments of the present invention, the BEAR robot also possesses the ability to use minimally modified medical equipment with the BEAR system to immobilize casualties, lower risk of injury and complication due toextraction, and potentially enable multiple simultaneous casualty extraction. A properly equipped BEAR could act as a transportation device for patient medications between wards in a hospital, and also tidy up the waiting room when it has nothing elseto do. Indeed, the utility of this versatile robot includes use in toxic zones such as in Nuclear, Biological and/or Chemical ("NBC") weapons release sites where rescuing humans are unable to safely go, as well as for logistics support and a host ofother non-combat military purposes. Additionally, the BEAR platform could be used in hospitals and other commercial applications, as well as for uses of vital importance in consumer applications. For example, the BEAR robot's capabilities can be extended to include assistingelderly, disabled or otherwise-incapacitated users with Activities of Daily Living ("ADLs") with complete safety. ADLs include getting in and out of bed, getting in and out of a bathtub, getting on and off the toilet, and generally navigating around thedisabled user's living quarters. Moreover, a service member need no longer remember the differences between how to control the movement of a minesweeping robot and how to control an equipment carrier robot, since they are both built on the same flexible BEAR platform and use aconsistent user interface. A mechanic's job is also rendered easier when he has fewer robotic platforms with which he needs to be familiar, allowing him to be trained quicker and to work faster and more efficiently. 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2 (15 ounce) cans black-eyed peas, rinsed and drained
2 (9 ounce) packages frozen cut green beans, thawed
2 cups cubed potatoes
1 cup chopped onion
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 (32 fluid ounce) container chicken stock
2 tablespoons hot Buffalo wing sauce (such as Frank's® REDHOT Buffalo Wing Sauce), or to taste
2 tablespoons ketchup
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1/2 teaspoon ground thyme
salt and ground black pepper to taste
1/4 cup all-purpose flour (optional)
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Yummy! We added chopped bell pepper and made corn bread muffins. Great meal for a chilly night :)
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NEW ORLEANS (AP) -- Hornets coach Byron Scott called point guard Chris Paul a Hall of Famer in the making Monday night.
Paul said he wasn't ready for those credentials, but his teammate Tyson Chandler was quick to put him in the race for MVP.
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Chris Paul's sixth 30-10 game ties him with Dwyane Wade (out for the season) for the second-most games with 30+ points and 10+ assists this season.LeBron James | 10 |
Chris Paul | 6 |
Dwyane Wade | 6 |
Allen Iverson | 4 |
Steve Nash | 4 |
Paul had game highs of 37 points and 13 assists in New Orleans' 108-97 win over the Chicago Bulls.
He made an open 3-pointer with 2:47 left in the fourth quarter to tie it 96-all. After a steal by Jannero Pargo on the next possession, Paul found Chandler for a thundering alley-oop dunk to give the Hornets their first lead since halftime.
"It was all Chris Paul," said Chandler, who finished with eight points. "The little man was all over the floor. It was incredible. It's one of the best performances I've seen from him yet. He, at least to me, made his bid [Monday night] to consider him the MVP."
Paul's shooting touch kept the Hornets in the game as they trailed throughout almost the entire second half. He finished the game 15-for-21 from the floor. Paul also had three steals and only two turnovers.
Bonzi Wells, who scored 19 points, added two free throws and a dunk in the next two possessions to seal the Hornets' victory.
New Orleans outscored Chicago 33-13 in the fourth quarter.
Peja Stojakovic added 21 points for the Hornets, but made only three of 11 3-point attempts. Rookie Julian Wright added 14 points for New Orleans.
Ben Gordon came off the bench to score 31 points for Chicago, but he knew Paul deserved the kudos.
"He took the game over single-handedly," Gordon said. "Every basket he made, they needed it to win."
While Gordon sank shots from around the perimeter, Drew Gooden did so from near the paint. He had 23 points and 12 rebounds.
Larry Hughes and Luol Deng each ended up with 16 points for Chicago.
The Bulls opened the second half on a 14-4 run capped by Hughes' 3-pointer from the corner to put Chicago up 64-55 with 7:37 remaining in the third quarter. The Bulls ended the quarter up 84-75.
"The third quarter we started out with a couple of turnovers and coach really got on us about that," Paul said. "We gave up 34 points. We knew if we were going to have a chance we'd have to be aggressive in the fourth."
New Orleans ended the game on a 24-4 run in the final 7:01.
"That's two games in a row where we controlled the game for pretty much three quarters, and then somehow, something happens and again we get outscored by 20 points in the fourth quarter," Bulls interim coach Jim Boylan said. "It's tough."
Paul's layup through traffic with 5.6 seconds left in the first half gave New Orleans a 51-50 lead. A tip-in by Gooden was at first allowed as time expired, but was overturned after video review.
It was the last time the Hornets held a lead until Paul's dominance in the final 12 minutes.
"I usually never start the fourth quarter, but I went up to coach and said, 'Coach, let me stay,'" Paul said. "Some games he does it and some games he doesn't. Being down nine or 11 going into the fourth, that for our team to have a chance that I needed to be out there."
Game notes
Hornets Forward David West missed his third consecutive game with a sprained right ankle. ... Bulls G Chris Duhon didn't make the trip to New Orleans because of flulike symptoms, but could return to the team for a shootaround Tuesday when the Bulls return to Chicago. Duhon has been in some hot water recently after his comments concerning his sleeping through the Bulls' shootaround Sunday. This coming after Duhon never played in the Bulls' last three games. ... Chicago wore green jerseys in honor of St. Patrick's Day. ... LSU football coach Les Miles and Saints running back Reggie Bush attended Monday's game. Miles sat next to Hornets owner George Shinn. Bush attended the game with girlfriend Kim Kardashian. ... Referee Bennett Salvatore worked his 1,500th the game of his career Monday night. Only three other current referees (Dick Bavetta, Joey Crawford and Jack Nies) have more tenure than Salvatore.
Team Stat Comparison
Points | 97 | 108 |
Rebounds (Offensive-Total) | 14-22 | 7-19 |
Assists | 19 | 21 |
Turnovers | 14 | 11 |
Steals | 5 | 8 |
Blocks | 3 | 3 |
Fast Break Points | 9 | 15 |
Fouls (Tech/Flagrant) | 23 (1/0) | 23 (0/0) |
Largest Lead | 12 | 11 |
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Rebounds | D. Gooden 12 | T. Chandler 11 |
Assists | K. Hinrich 5 | C. Paul 13 |
Steals | J. Noah 2 | C. Paul 3 |
Blocks | A. Gray 1 | B. Wells 1 |
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Posted on Wednesday, February 6th, 2013 at 3:29 PMBy BellaNaija.com
Welcome to MAVIN! DJ Spinall (Real Name – Sodamola Oluseye) has officially joined Don Jazzy's Mavin Records.
You can read the official press release below;
One of Nigeria's foremost DJ's is the latest star to join the Mavin family. DJ Spinall, is popular not just for his unique mixes but also the distinctive traditional cap that he wears during performances. He brings his prodigious mixing ability and potent accompanying visuals to become the official DJ of Mavin Records.
Spinall's Mavin activation comes after the DJ had spent over a decade fine-tuning his art. He has worked at wide range of radio stations including Ray Power and Eko FM. He has also played at some of the world's most popular venues in both Nigeria and the United States. Spinall is currently the official DJ for Industry Nite and Club Pop.
Last month Mavin Records new Official DJ released a 2012 Party Mix compilation, Head Liners Party Mix' in collaboration with DJ Smade of the UK. This followed the release of the hugely popular Genesis Mixtape last year.
Mavin CEO, Don Jazzy, has welcomed DJ Spinall to the label saying he is one of the leading lights in Nigeria today.
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Microsoft's Office software and other business programs helped profit exceed projections last quarter, even as sales of Windows suffered from sluggish personal-computer orders. Intel and IBM, meanwhile, both delivered rosier sales forecasts than some analysts had predicted.
Reports from the trio of companies, with a combined market value of almost $600 billion and an average lifespan of six decades, allayed investors' concerns that a slowdown in Europe, anemic consumer demand and last year's floods in Thailand would hobble the information-technology industry. Corporate customers haven't let up on orders, lifting sales at all three companies, while Intel is getting an extra boost from emerging markets.
"Old dogs can still hunt," said Pat Becker Jr., a fund manager at Becker Capital Management in Portland, Oregon. His firm has invested in all three companies.
Microsoft, the world's largest software maker, climbed as much as 3.1 percent to $29 in extended trading after the numbers were released. Intel rose as much as 2.4 percent to $26.25, while IBM advanced 3.9 percent to $187.50.
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In Germany trading today, Microsoft added 2 percent to the equivalent of $28.68 at 10:15 a.m. in Frankfurt. Intel added 1.2 percent to the equivalent of $25.79 and IBM climbed 2.3 percent to the equivalent of $184.91.
The results were a relief for many investors after Oracle Corp. reported weaker-than-anticipated earnings last month, fueling speculation that businesses were holding off on technology spending, said Brendan Barnicle, an analyst at Pacific Crest Securities in Portland.
"The results of these three companies suggest that was an Oracle-specific event," Barnicle said.
The positive outlook also contrasted with the earnings of Google Inc., which delivered its report yesterday. The Mountain View, California-based company missed analysts' sales and profit estimates, dragged down by the European crisis and a push into mobile technology, which yields lower ad revenue. Google shares tumbled as much as 10 percent in late trading and were down as much as 9.1 percent in German trading today.
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Sales at Microsoft's business division, largely made up of Office products such as Word and Excel, rose 2.8 percent to $6.28 billion. Analysts had estimated $6.1 billion on average, according to data compiled by Bloomberg. The company's Xbox video-game business also topped projections, generating $4.24 billion in revenue.
Microsoft, based in Redmond, Washington, posted net income of $6.62 billion, or 78 cents a share. That beat the 76-cent average estimate.
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Social Media Marketing has developed into a buzzword among Internet marketers as they started to woo you of such sites. The nature of social networking sites - i.e. virtually free and instant recognition - may be the main draw. The power of SMO was recently felt during social unrest in Egypt, Libya and other countries.
Even though possibility of content of any type - be it in text, picture, audio, or video going viral can be as remote as an oasis within the desert. It is often observed that marketing during these social network sites bear excellent results like no other medium on the web currently. An aggressive and vigorous online marketing strategy helps in the end.
Start-up businesses, especially online sellers of products or services should allocate a portion of their budget towards social internet marketing, especially on Facebook. In comparison to other media forms, and considering cost-to-benefit ratios, Facebook marketing is regarded as the cost-effective and robust form of advertising. These Facebook marketing tactics could be utilized by start-up enterprises:
Open a free account in company's name or brand / trade name making as many 'friends' as you possibly can through your friends, relatives, supporters and employees and keep enlarging the circle.
Upload photos or demo videos of merchandise or services. They are successful as everybody loves to watch photos and videos, which helps these to relax and luxuriate in and also at once they're feed with required information. Text reading is regarded as boring climax always beneficial.
Post humorous, witty and satirical, philosophical and spiritual content. Operate a number of posts appear daily, if possible.
Post company/ employee events, specially those about award giving and philanthropic activities.
Encourage your mates to 'like', share or comment.
Keep altering your profile pictures.
In short, be in news. All the activities above entail no expenditure. In the event it fails you can bank upon paid or ppc (where you need to pay only if users click on it) advertisements.
Facebook Marketing is, thus, the easiest, craziest and the most reliable medium of social media. Having its universal reach growing at breakneck speed, start-up businesses must take the chance.
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Saturday, August 11th, 2012
Performance Design is proud to announce that the Carbon XR LS7 Intake Manifold will be featured on this weekend's episode of HorsePower TV, part of the PowerBlock on SPIKE. We install our all carbon fiber and billet construction intake on 454 LSX crate engine to run on the dyno.
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The November issue of GM High-Tech Performance features a tech article authored by Caleb Newman covering the subjective topic of "driveability" or "streetability" when increasing performance in a car. Spanning 10 pages, the article is intended as the first in a series with the second covering software simulation of the 10 camshafts run on the dyno.
There were no winners declared here because the intent is to create an objective guide by which the reader can gauge his subjective feelings of street manners and choose his personal "winner".
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The Republicans in the South Carolina House are preparing a significant reform plan that will vastly improve the state's tax system. Although details are sketchy, the plan will broaden the sales tax base by eliminating two thirds of the exemptions and lower the rate by half a percentage. All remaining sales tax exemptions would be re evaluated every five years. More importantly, the GOP proposes to phase out the state corporate income tax. I cannot emphasize enough how ridiculous it is for states to try to tax corporate profits. It does not work and at least someone (the GOP in South Carolina) is willing to stop pretending that it does...
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Project by Carlo Carlieri (active 1781-1822); Giuseppe Speluzzi (1827-1890)
1810 ca. - 1872
bronze gilt
green Corsica jasper
117,5 x 79 cm
1879 bequest Gian Giacomo Poldi Pezzoli
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The table top has a refined inlaid pattern of semi-precious stones representing branched coral, shells and pearls. It is a typical example of the work of the famous Opificio delle Pietre Dure in Florence, which began to produce decorative objects using shells and marine motifs as early as the mid-eighteenth century. This example was probably made to a design by Carlo Carlieri, active between 1781 and 1822. The columnar support of the top, made of ebony with heavy bronze decoration chased and gilded, is by Giuseppe Speluzzi.


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Mike Napoli and the Red Sox turned on the power and beat the Yankees again, 13-9.
Dan Shaughnessy writes that the Jacoby Ellsbury situation is a concern.
Nick Cafardo writes that Xander Bogaerts led a wave of young talent against the Yankees.
The notebook has the Red Sox seeking a second opinion on Ellsbury.
In the Sunday Baseball Notes, Nick takes a look at some teams who could be dealing from a position of strength.
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Turn my music high, high, high, higher
(You don't know what you're doing)
Sure I do
I'm from the streets where the
Hood could swallow a man, bullets'll follow a man
There's so much coke that you could run the slalom
And cops comb the shit top to bottom
They say that we are prone to violence, but it's home sweet home
Where personalities clash and chrome meets chrome
The coke prices up and down like it's Wall Street homes
But this is worse than the Dow Jones your brains are now blown
All over that brown Brougham, one slip you are now gone
Welcome to hell where you are welcome to sell
But when them shells come you better return 'em
All scars we earn 'em, all cars we learn 'em like the back of our hand
We watch for cops hoppin' out the back of van
Wear a G on my chest, I don't need Dapper Dan
This ain't a sewn outfit homes, homes is about it
Was clappin' them flamers before I became famous
For playin' me y'all shall forever remain nameless
I am Hov'
Sure I do, I tell you the difference between me and them
They tryin' to get they ones, I'm tryin' to get them M's
One million, two million, three million, four
In just five years, forty million more
You are now lookin' at the forty million boy
I'm rapin' Def Jam 'til I'm the hundred million man
(You don't know what you're doing)
That's where you're wrong
I came into this motherfucker a hundred grand strong
Nine to be exact, from grindin' G-packs
Put this shit in motion ain't no rewindin' me back
Could make 40 off a brick but one rhyme could beat that
And if somebody woulda told 'em that Hov' would sell clothin'
Not in this lifetime, wasn't in my right mind
That's another difference that's between me and them
I smarten up, open the market up
One million, two million, three million, four
In eighteen months, eighty million more
Now add that number up with the one I said before
You are now lookin' at one smart black boy
Momma ain't raised no fool
Put me anywhere on God's green earth, I'll triple my worth
Motherfucker I, will, not, lose
(You don't know what you're doing)
Put somethin' on it
I sell ice in the winter, I sell fire in hell
I am a hustler, baby, I'll sell water to a well
I was born to get cake, move on and switch states
Cop the Coupe with the roof gone and switch plates
Was born to dictate, never follow orders
Dickface, get your shit straight, fucka this is Big Jay
(You don't know what you're doing)
I will not lose ever, fucka
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For Art's Sake: I was looking for a house with room for an art studio and lots of light.
The Price Was Right: This house is an example of Italianate architecture built around 1855. I knew I wanted a house as close to original condition as possible, and there were few to choose from in this time period.
Read All About It: I used to work for The Sun until last September. I designed news pages and sports pages—that was my vocation. It was a 4 p.m. to midnight job, which left me with the mornings—that happens to be the best time in the studio. I maintain that practice today.
Hand It to Him: I'm looking for people doing something that's very them. Hands become the shorthand for the whole person. In lots of ways, the hands are the windows to the soul.
The Inspiration: Artscape is great because the weather is warm, and people are in short sleeves. I take a quick photograph and work off of that.
Portrait of an Artist: I resisted becoming an artist because my mother wanted me to be one. I majored in anthropology at Amherst, but maybe that's why most of my subject matter comes from observing people in public places.
For Sale: Once in a while, people come here to buy my art, but it's exhibited at Jordan Faye Contemporary.
You Gotta Have Art: People should buy what they like and want to live with. People should buy what they feel they can learn from. There's no right or wrong place for art.


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Russia's Atlant Snaps Up Hockey Defenseman Sanguinetti
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MOSCOW, July 12 (R-Sport) – Former Carolina Hurricanes defenseman Bobby Sanguinetti has signed a two-year contract with Russian hockey side Atlant Moscow Region.
Sanguinetti, a 6-foot-3, 190-pound defenseman, spent the last three seasons in the Hurricanes system but was not offered a new deal and moved to Russia as a free agent.
"Last season may be called the most successful in Sanguinetti's career and today he has decided to try himself in the KHL," a website statement said. "We wish him to make Atlant's defensive line stronger."
The 25-year-old American was picked in the first round of 2006 draft by the New York Rangers and debuted in December 2009.
After making only five appearances for the Rangers, he was traded to Carolina, where he alternated between the main team and its AHL affiliate Charlotte Checkers and registered six points in 40 NHL games.
Atlant finished eighth in the Western Conference last season, suffering a first-round playoff exit from SKA St. Petersburg.
On Friday, Atlant parted ways with forward Igor Ignatushkin, the team's third-highest scorer last season with 20 points from 50 games.
Ignatushkin, once a prospect for the Washington Capitals, has moved to Western Conference rivals Torpedo Nizhny Novgorod, his new team said in a website statement.
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A meth bust in Bibb County sent six people to jail Wednesday morning.
Brent and Centreville police responded to a tip involving drugs at the Windwood Inn Hotel. Officers say they found three people in a room with drugs around 2:30 a.m. Wednesday.
Authorities then learned that a meth lab had been in the hotel and was moved to a home on Tabernacle Road.
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U.S. restaurant operators continued to report positive capital spending levels in November 2013, with 54% reporting that they made a capital expenditure for commercial appliances and other equipment, expansion, or remodeling in the last three months, according to the latest National Restaurant Association's Restaurant Performance Index (RPI). It was the seventh month in which most operators reported making capital expenditures. The restaurant industry reported improving same-store sales and customer traffic levels in November, which helped boost the RPI composite index to 101.2, up 0.3% from October and the best level for the index since June 2013. It was the ninth consecutive month with an RPI above 100, indicating expansion in the industry indicators. Although operators' six-month outlook on the economy includes some uncertainty, most restaurant operators are still planning for capital expenditures in that time-frame. 55% of restaurant operators plan to buy commercial appliances/foodservice equipment or make some other capital expenditure in the next six months. This level is up from 53% in the previous month's report. One component of the RPI is the Current Situation Index, looking at current trends in four indicators: same-store sales, traffic, labor, and capital expenditures. This index was at 101.2 in November, up 0.3% from 100.9 in October and the highest level in six months. This index has been above 100 for seven of the last eight months, indicating expansion in indicators. Another components of the RPI is the Expectations Index, looking at operators' six-month outlook for four indicators: same-store sales, employees, capital expenditures, and business conditions. This index was at 101.1 in November, up 0.2% from October, and marking the 13th consecutive month in which this index was above 100.
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Welcome to S.P Hair Company situated at 80 High Street in Nailsea since 2007. S.P Hair Company has been established since 1994 and is owned by Sue Pickles. With the Beauty Rooms situated above the Salon you can really pamper yourself! At S.P. Hair...
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Very disappointed to have an appointment cancelled at the last minute with no alternative offered for the same day (I work so only Saturdays suit me, really). As my last appointment was cancelled because the stylist I trusted had...
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Best hairdressers in town, by far. Ask for Emma, she's their best!
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Musician, actor and poet Johnny Flynn has designed his own t-shirts, written songs about Wayne Rooney and witnessed cow tipping - and now he's releasing his second album with band, The Sussex Wit.
Q catches up with the South African-born, Hampshire-reared folkster to find out about going to school with Luke from The Kooks, and why he doesn't want to adorn anyone's walls.
Q: Hi Johnny, how are you?
Johnny Flynn: I'm in a dilapidated kitchen in The Lexington Pub (London). I'm just going to shut the door, it's a bit noisy out there.
Q: You start your own UK shows this month after supporting Mumford & Sons on tour, what can people expect from you live?
JF: The shows are fairly dynamic in that there are loud to quiet moments and there'll be a lot of instrument swapping, from banjos to trumpets and cellos. There's not too much crazy movement on stage but the crowd always seem to get really into it.
Q: And you'll be playing with your band, The Sussex Wit, who is that made up of?
JF: Normally one is my little sister (Lillie Flynn), she's got an amazing voice but she can't make this tour as she's just got an acting job. I met Joe (Zeitlin) the cellist when I was 15, we used to get stoned and jam together. Adam (Beach) the bassist, I met when I was playing in Emmy The Great's band, Dave (Beauchamp) is the drummer for The Jeffrey Lewis Band, which growing up was one of my favourite bands, and James (Mathe), the keyboardist, is a really old friend.
Q: And you're now part of this London musical collective alongside the Mumford boys and Laura Marling who you duet with on your new album. How much is that just a case of being drinking buddies rather than a movement?
JF: I think it's more just that we are mates, but that also involves musical interaction. I'm excited when a friend does something creative and I'm usually really into it. I see it as a casual incidental thing that all these people have come up at the same time, so it's just inevitable that we know each other.
Q: So you're not the "Poster boy of nu-folk" as so many have dubbed you?
JF: Poster boy? God no! There was an article in the Times that had that as the subheading and everything else that was written about me afterwards referenced that. I think it's really dumb. I'm not interested in being that.
Q: Your new album is called Been Listening, what have you been listening to recently?
JF: A lot of South American music. There's this type of music from Peru in the seventies called Chicha which is really good folk, psychedelic rhythmic stuff. And also a friend of mine called Anna Calvi, she's a really amazing guitar player, she's just released her album and recorded a track on mine.
Q: You recorded the album in Seattle, was there a particular reason for that?
JF: We'd met this American producer called Ryan Hadlock (The Gossip, Ed Harcourt) and he had this amazing studio outside of Seattle called Bear Creek which he built with his dad. He's just got loads of really amazing stuff there, cool vintage gear and old microphones. We really wanted to tap into that.
Q: The track names on Been Listening look fairly plausible, but on your 2008 debut release, A Larum, there was a song called Wayne Rooney. Why was that?
JF: I just wanted to see if he'd ever hear it, I had this weird kind of bet with myself. Basically I wrote the words on the back of a picture of Wayne Rooney that I'd taken out of the newspaper. Then I realised the lines had some close connection with how I felt about him at the time as there was some really important football tournament happening. It's about a man living up to the role of a man, and how it's ultimately flawed. I've not heard from him though, I hear he's a fan of the Stereophonics.
Q: Kentucky Pill has been released as a teaser for the album and opens with the line a "A Kentucky pill and a cow tipping expedition." Can you claim to have tipped a cow?
JF: I knew people that did it, I've seen it happen, but I've never tipped a cow. We used to play a game where we walked into a field at night and play sleeping lions with the cows. Basically if they woke up and started running around then you'd lost.
Q: In the video for the song you are followed around by several people kissing each other - who are they?
JF: They're just friends, they're not couples but maybe some of them hit it off after that. A few of the guys are gay so it was just funny for them to be snogging girls. But they're from my girlfriend's theatre company so they are used to acting.
Q: You were a bit of a country boy in your youth, you used to smoke out ferrets and go poaching. Are your plaid shirts a homage to those days?
JF: I keep being given them. Once people know you like them they just come at you from all directions, which is nice because I'm not really into clothes and shopping. I don't know why I've settled on plaid shirts, they're kind of warm and very functional. I've got a caravan in Wiltshire where I go and hang out. The idea of being in a thick shirt and walking boots and going out for long walks, to me is like heaven. So it's really comforting to be able to keep them on in London.
Q: And you also have t-shirts available on your website every few months with limited edition slogans and drawings on?
JF: Yeah we found this company that makes t-shirts to order, which prompted us to do loads of different ones. Quite a few people have been coming to gigs in them. I like drawing as well so it's a nice way of using them, and my girlfriend is an artist so some of the designs are mine, and some are hers. It kind of keeps it homemade.
Q: You went to school with Lily Allen and Luke Pritchard from the Kooks. Can you remember them?
JF: Yeah, they were both younger than me. I remember I was directing a production of Kes, I cast Luke as the boy when he was about 13 but he got suspended for drinking and throwing up. If you were caught drinking you had to stay in on a weekend but if you threw up it was a different level, so he got suspended and somebody else had to play the part.
Q: As a poetic songwriter, you usually write the lyrics before the music, can you let Q in on any recent ramblings in your notebook?
JF: Yeah, hold on, I'll just get it, (pause). I went to do a careers talk at a school yesterday which is surreal because I remember a weather girl coming my school and I was really impressed because she was on TV. So here is my advice I've got written down: Find out what you're interested in, don't have absolute goals, change is the only constant, do everything, blag your way into things, work for free, enjoy everything, support each other, and finally, the best friends you'll have are the ones you have when you are young, and they will become the most dependable when you're older.
Q: Perhaps you've got a new t-shirt design there?
JF: You think? With 'enjoy everything' in capital letters and underlined, yeah, why not?
Johnny Flynn's album, Been Listening, is released on June 7th. Go to his MySpace page to get a free download of track, Kentucky Pill.
Johnny Flynn and The Sussex Wit tour dates:
Sun 16 May Birmingham Glee Club
Mon 17 May Leeds Cockpit
Wed 19 May Manchester Academy 3
Thu 20 May Glasgow Oran Mor
Sat 22 May Nottingham Rescue Rooms
Sun 23 May Bristol Thekla
Tue 25 May Brighton Komedia
Wed 26 May London Electric Ballroom
Johnny Flynn Highlands Tour (Solo shows):
Fri 28 May Ullapool The Ceilidh Place
Sat 29 May Stornoway Era
Mon 31 May Inverness Hootanannys
Tue 1 June Aberdeen Caf Drummond
Wed 2 June Dundee Dukes Corner
Tickets are available from our sister website Aloud.com.
Words: Kaitlin Sullivan
Kaitlin keeps her own personal music blog here.
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