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The invention is a yo-yo in which at least one of the yo-yo's sides includes a powered rotation system capable of maintaining the yo-yo's rotation when the yo-yo is sleeping at the end of its tether. The system functions by converting one of the yo-yo's sides into a motor, and includes a number of permanent magnets, an electromagnet, a sensor capable of detecting a magnet field, and a power source.
1. A yo-yo comprising:
first and second side portions secured together in a spaced-apart relation by an axle structure;
a tether operatively connected to said axle structure;
wherein said first side portion comprises a body member, a plurality of permanent magnets fixedly secured to said body member, and a board member, wherein said permanent magnets are spaced apart from each other;
wherein said board member is rotatably secured to said yo-yo in a manner whereby said board member is freely rotatable relative to said body member, wherein a sensor capable of detecting a magnetic field is secured to a first portion of said board member, wherein an electromagnet is secured to a second portion of said board member, and wherein an electrical power source is operatively connected to said sensor and to said electromagnet in a manner whereby it can provide electrical power to said sensor and to said electromagnet; and
wherein when said first side portion is spinning and there is relative movement between said body member and said board member, whenever a first one of said permanent magnets passes by said sensor, said sensor will cause said electromagnet to become temporarily energized whereby said electromagnet will apply a force to another of said permanent magnets in a manner whereby said force tries to at least maintain a rotational momentum of said first side portion.
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20. A yo-yo comprising:
first and second side portions secured together in a spaced-apart relation by an axle structure;
a tether operatively connected to said axle structure;
wherein said first side portion comprises first and second members, wherein one of said members is freely rotatable relative to the other of said members, wherein a rim portion of said first side portion forms a peripheral portion of one of said members, wherein said first member includes a permanent magnet, wherein said second member includes a sensor and an electromagnet, wherein said sensor is capable of detecting a magnetic field, and wherein an electrical power source is operatively connected to said sensor and to said electromagnet in a manner whereby it can provide electrical power to said sensor and to said electromagnet; and
wherein when said first side portion is spinning in a manner whereby there is relative movement between its first and second members, whenever said permanent magnet passes by said sensor in a predetermined manner, said sensor will cause said electromagnet to become temporarily energized whereby it generates a magnetic field that applies a force to the member having said rim portion whereby said force is directed in a manner whereby said force tries to at least maintain a rotational momentum of said rim portion.
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22. A yo-yo comprising:
first and second side portions secured together in a spaced-apart relation by an axle structure;
a tether connected to said axle structure;
wherein said first side portion comprises a body member, a board member, and first and second magnets, wherein said magnets are fixedly secured to said body member in a spaced-apart relation;
wherein said body member is fixedly secured to said axle structure, and wherein said board member is rotatably secured to said axle structure in a manner whereby said body member can move relative to said board member;
a sensor capable of detecting a magnetic field fixedly secured to said board member and located proximate a peripheral edge of said board member;
a third magnet in the form of an electromagnet, wherein said third magnet is fixedly secured to said board member, is located proximate a peripheral edge of said board member, and is spaced from said sensor;
a power source operatively connected to said yo-yo whereby it can supply power to said sensor and to said third magnet; and
wherein when said body member is rotating relative to said board member and said first magnet passes said sensor, said sensor can cause a temporary actuation of said third magnet whereby said third magnet applies a force to said second magnet that is directed in a manner whereby said force tries to positively affect the rotation of said body member.
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The invention is in the field of user-manipulated toys. More particularly, the invention is a yo-yo that has at least one side portion that incorporates components that create a powered rotation system. The rotation system essentially converts the side portion into a motor and comprises a plurality of permanent magnets, a sensor capable of detecting a magnetic field, an electromagnet and a power source. The sensor, electromagnet and power source are preferably secured to an independently rotatable circuit board that is located within a cavity in the side portion. Through the operation of the rotation system, the yo-yo can maintain its rotation for a prolonged period of time when it is sleeping at the end of its tether.
Most yo-yos typically comprise two disk-shaped side portions that are rigidly connected to each other by some form of axle structure. The side portions are usually of unitary construction and may be made out of plastic, metal or wood. The axle structure is normally secured to the center of both side portions and can be an assembly having multiple parts, or merely be in the form of a dowel or a riveted pin. In many modern yo-yos, a ball bearing unit, or other rotatable member, is secured to, and has at least a portion rotatable on, a center portion of the axle structure.
The axle structure also forms an anchor for one end of a string-type tether. An end-located loop portion of the tether is positioned so that it encircles a center portion of the axle structure. The free end of the tether is usually tied to create a second loop portion that can be placed about one of a user's fingers to thereby temporarily secure the yo-yo to the user's hand.
When one end of the tether is secured to a user's finger and the remainder of the tether is wound about the axle structure, the yo-yo is ready for use. When the yo-yo is released, or thrown, from the user's hand, the yo-yo will begin to rapidly spin as the tether unwinds from about the axle structure and the yo-yo moves away from the user's hand. Once the tether is fully unwound, the yo-yo may �sleep� at the end of the tether, whereby the yo-yo's side portions continue to spin without the tether rewinding on the axle structure. This is enabled by either having the tether's end loop slip on the axle structure, or by having the tether's end loop secured to a freely rotatable member that is secured to, or forms a portion of, the axle structure. Once the yo-yo is sleeping, there are a number of tricks, such as �walk the dog,� that a person can perform with the spinning yo-yo. A sleeping yo-yo is also often used to perform tricks that involve temporarily placing the spinning yo-yo onto a portion of the tether intermediate of the tether's two ends.
When a typical yo-yo is sleeping at the end of the tether and the user wishes to cause the yo-yo to return to his or her hand, the user will make a quick tug/jerk on the yo-yo's tether. This results in a brief tightening of the tether, and is automatically followed by a temporary slackening of the tether. Once the tether goes slack, the tether's twist causes one, or more, portions of the tether located proximate the axle structure to move outwardly and contact a spinning portion of the yo-yo. Once contact has occurred, the tether portion(s) can become snagged on, or otherwise engaged to, the spinning portion of the yo-yo. Continued rotation of the spinning portion of the yo-yo will then cause the tether to wind about the axle structure, resulting in the yo-yo's return to the user's hand.
An extremely important performance characteristic of a yo-yo is its potential sleep time. Since most yo-yo tricks are performed while the yo-yo is sleeping, the longer a yo-yo can be made to sleep, the more time a user will have to complete any particular yo-yo trick. While some tricks can be performed quickly, others require a yo-yo that is capable of sleeping for a relatively long period of time.
To enable the performance of a large variety of tricks, every yo-yo player wants a yo-yo that is capable of sleeping for a long time. However, a long sleep time is extremely difficult to achieve using a basic yo-yo in which the tether slides on the axle structure. The sliding action can create a significant amount of friction that causes the yo-yo to rapidly lose its rotational momentum.
Many modern yo-yos employ a ball bearing that essentially eliminates friction between the tether and the axle structure. However, since friction is not entirely eliminated in ball bearing yo-yos, and yo-yos still experience significant drag due to air resistance, most ball bearing yo-yos will not sleep for longer than about thirty seconds. To achieve even that long a spin time, the user may be required to expend a great deal of effort manipulating the tether to prevent the tether from contacting a spinning portion of the yo-yo. Should the tether contact a spinning portion of the yo-yo, significant friction will be created that can greatly decrease the yo-yo's sleep time.
There is therefore a need in the art for a yo-yo that will readily sleep, and once sleeping, will continue to sleep for an extremely long period of time. In addition, it is desirable to provide a yo-yo that can sleep for an extended period of time that does not require a user to expend significant effort in preventing the tether from contacting a spinning portion of the yo-yo.
The invention is a yo-yo that includes at least one electrically-powered rotation system that functions to maintain the yo-yo's rotation/rotational momentum once the yo-yo is sleeping. In the preferred embodiment, each of the yo-yo's side portions has its own electrically-powered rotation system.
An electrically-powered rotation system in accordance with the invention essentially converts a side portion of a yo-yo into a motor. To accomplish this, the system includes a plurality of permanent magnets that are spaced apart from each other and are fixedly secured to the side portion, preferably proximate it's rim. The system further includes an elongated circuit board that is rotatably secured to the side portion and features a sensor on one end and an electromagnet on the other. The sensor is capable of detecting a magnetic field, and the electromagnet is capable of applying force to any of the permanent magnets in its vicinity. The circuit board preferably additionally includes at least one replaceable battery and a relay. The circuit board may optionally include an on-off switch that can be employed by a user to turn on, or off, the system. The rotatable mounting of the circuit board enables relative rotation between the circuit board and the side portion's rim when the yo-yo is sleeping.
In operation, every time one of the permanent magnets passes the sensor, the electromagnet is caused to be temporarily energized whereby said electromagnet will apply a force to at least one of the other permanent magnets. The weight of the electromagnet provides a mass that the force, either a push or pull, works against to either attract, or repel, the permanent magnet(s) located near the electromagnet. In this manner, the electromagnet acts to maintain the rotational momentum of the side portion. This effect will continue until the power source for the rotation system is depleted. It should be noted that the rotation system will maintain the rotation of the yo-yo no matter which direction, clockwise or counter-clockwise, the yo-yo is rotating. This results from the triggering of the electromagnet being accomplished via a circuit that employs a sensor, in combination with the magnets being located in a predetermined relation to each other and with their magnetic poles being oriented in a predetermined manner.
The yo-yo's powered rotation system enables the yo-yo to sleep for a greatly extended period of time. This enables a user to perform one or more yo-yo tricks with the yo-yo without having to worry about the yo-yo slowing down to a point where it will no longer return to his or her hand. The yo-yo's extremely long sleep time also enables a user to perform complicated yo-yo tricks, or a series of yo-yo tricks, or repeatedly practice the same yo-yo trick, using only a single throw of the yo-yo.
The invention is therefore a unique yo-yo that has the ability to sleep for an extended period of time under its own power. This enables the yo-yo to be used by any player to easily perform yo-yo tricks without having to worry about the yo-yo slowing down to an extent where it will not return to the user's hand upon the completion of the yo-yo trick(s).
Looking now to the drawings in greater detail, wherein like reference numerals refer to like parts throughout the several figures, there is indicated by the numeral 1 a yo-yo in accordance with the invention.
The yo-yo 1 includes a first side portion 2 and a second side portion 4. The two side portions are connected together via an axle structure 6. The axle structure is preferably an assemblage of parts and comprises an axle pin 8 that has exterior threads 10 located at each end and a longitudinal axis that is co-linear with the yo-yo's axis of rotation. Rotatably located on a center portion of the axle structure is a conventional ball bearing unit 12 that has an inner race 14 and an outer race 16. The ball bearing unit includes a plurality of interior ball bearings 18 that enable the outer race to be rotatable relative to the inner race. A string-type tether 20 includes a loop portion 22 that encircles the ball bearing unit's outer race 16. The tether's distal end (not shown) will normally be tied to create a loop to enable a temporary securement of said end to one of a user's fingers.
Side portion 2 is an assemblage of parts and includes a disk-shaped body member 24. Said body member is preferably made of a rigid, or substantially rigid, plastic material. Alternatively, the body member can be made of other materials, including metal, wood, rubber or be a composite or assemblage of rigid and/or non-rigid parts.
The body member 24 has a rim portion 26, a center-located thru-bore 28 and an inwardly-facing surface 30. Surface 30 may also be referred to as a tether-facing surface since it faces said tether when said tether is taut and is extending outwardly from the axle structure in a direction perpendicular to the yo-yo's axis of rotation. It should be noted that the ball bearing unit 12 is partially received within a circular cavity 32 located in the center of the body member's surface 30. Located between the ball bearing unit and the body member is a washer 34 that has a center-located, annular step portion 36 that extends toward, and contacts, the inner race of the ball bearing unit. In this manner, the ball bearing unit's outer race 16 does not contact the washer or the body member and is therefore freely rotatable.
Located on surface 30 outwardly of cavity 32 are a plurality of optional tether-engagement members 40 that are oriented in a radially-directed manner and form a starburst-shaped array. Each tether engagement member protrudes from surface 30 in a direction toward said tether. The tether engagement members function to facilitate an engagement between the yo-yo's tether and the body member when a user manipulates the tether in a manner that causes the yo-yo to return to his or her hand. Other known types of surface adaptations that facilitate tether engagement in yo-yos, such as indentations, spaced pads/protrusions, or the use of a material, such as rubber, that has a high coefficient of friction, may also be simultaneously or alternatively employed on, or in, surface 30. Surface 30 may also alternatively be featureless and/or be tapered.
The body member also has a large, outwardly-facing cavity 42. The cavity has a bottom surface 44 and a circular sidewall 46. An outwardly-extending nipple portion 48 of the body member is located at the center of the cavity. It should be noted that the body member's thru-bore 28 extends through the center of portion 48.
The distal end of the nipple portion 48 includes a hexagonally-shaped cavity 50. Non-rotatably secured in said cavity is a hex nut 52 that forms a portion of the axle structure and has a threaded thru-bore 54. The thru-bore's threads are complementary to the threads 10 that are located at each end of the axle pin. Attachment of the hex nut to a threaded end of the axle pin provides the means for securing side portion 2 to the axle pin.
Side portion 2 also includes an electrically-powered rotation system 56. The system comprises a plurality of permanent magnets 58 and a rotatable board member 60 that has a plurality of attached components that interact with the magnets 58.
In the preferred embodiment, there are five magnets 58. The magnets are located within cavity 42 proximate the cavity's sidewall 46 and effectively, proximate the body member's rim portion 26. In the drawings, the permanent magnets are designated 58 a, 58 b, 58 c, 58 d, and 56 e. All of said magnets are preferably identical to each other, with the added alphanumeric portion of their designations providing a means to differentiate one from another in the drawing figures.
Each magnet 58 is preferably non-movably secured to the rear surface 44 of cavity 42 through the use of an adhesive or fasteners. While not shown, surface 44 may also, or instead, feature pockets/recesses that inwardly receive each of said magnets, preferably with a slight interference fit.
The magnets 58 may be any form of permanent magnet, but are preferably of the rare earth type. A permanent magnet is herein defined as any member that can act like a magnet without requiring the use of an electrical coil. Preferably, the magnets are evenly spaced apart from each other and each is preferably oriented whereby its South pole is located nearer to the yo-yo's axis of rotation than is the magnet's North pole. While five magnets are shown, there can alternatively be a greater or fewer number of magnets, with an odd number of magnets being preferred.
It should be noted that the axle pin 8 extends outwardly past the distal end 62 of the body member's nipple portion. Located on the axle pin outwardly of the hex nut 52 is another washer 34 that has its annular step portion 36 facing outwardly, away from the body member. Located adjacent the washer is a rotatable unit that is preferably in the form of a second bearing unit 12 through which the axle pin extends. The unit's outer race is secured to a center portion of the board member 60 via the use of adhesives or a clamp (not shown). In lieu of a bearing unit 12, the rotatable unit may alternatively be any type of assembly or member that enables relative rotation, examples of which include various types of bushings and bearings. Located outwardly of said second bearing unit 12 is another washer 34 that has its annular step portion 36 facing toward the bearing unit. The annular step portions of the washers sandwiching the second bearing unit contact the unit's inner race, leaving the unit's outer race, and therefore the board member 60, freely rotatable. In this manner, the board member is freely rotatable relative to the body member.
Located on the end of the axle pin is a cap nut 64. The cap nut has a center bore 66 having threads complementary to threads 10 of the axle pin. Once the cap nut is threadedly secured to the axle pin, it functions to secure the board member to the axle pin.
The board member 60 preferably has an elongated shape and has first and second ends, 70 and 72 respectively. The board member is preferably in the form of a circuit board and is formed from a rigid non-conductive layer 74 upon which is located a pattern of conductive strips 76. Wires may be used in addition to, or in place of, some or all of the strips 76. It should be noted that the board member may have a different shape, such as round or triangular, than is shown in the figures.
Located proximate end 70 of the board member, and secured to the board member, is a sensor 80 that is capable of detecting a magnetic field. The sensor is preferably a Hall-effect sensor of a uni-polar type and switches �on� when it is exposed to a magnetic flux density that is greater than a predetermined amount. In the preferred embodiment, the sensor reacts to magnetic flux from a South pole of a magnet. It should be noted that the sensor 80 can be of any type that can sense a nearby magnetic field. For example, the sensor 80 can be a Reed relay whereby the Reed relay's contacts come together when exposed to a magnet field of the correct polarity and strength
The sensor may be part of an integrated circuit package 82 that may include an amplifier and/or switch and/or other components that enable a switching output to take place upon exposure to a magnetic field. Therefore, the sensor 80 is herein broadly defined to include the actual sensor and any other components that enable an electrical switching action when the sensor is exposed to a magnetic field of a polarity and strength to cause said switching action. Electrically connected to the sensor 80/package 82 is a relay 84 and a power source 86. The relay is secured to the board member proximate the sensor, and the power source is preferably a battery that is removably secured to the board member and supplies power to the sensor via the board member's conductive strips 76. Preferably also attached to the board member is a basic on-off switch 88 that can isolate the power source and features an outwardly extending lever portion 90 that can be moved to operate the switch. It should be noted that switch 88 is optional, whereby the circuit can be de-powered by removal of the battery, or be continually in an activated state.
A general circuit diagram for the components located on the board member is provided in
The electromagnet 102 is located proximate end 72 of the board member and is operatively connected to the sensor and the other components on the board member in a manner whereby the electromagnet can become temporarily energized. It should be noted that the power source 86 is also employed to supply power to the electromagnet. It should also be noted that the electromagnet has a significant weight whereby said weight, in combination with the placement of the other components on the board member, causes end 72 of the board member to be biased in a manner whereby it will tend to be located below end 70 of the board member.
A round cap 104 fits over the side portion's cavity 42. The cap is preferably transparent and is preferably secured to the body member via a snap fit of its peripheral edge into a groove 106 located in the cavity's sidewall 44. Other well-known releasable or permanent securement methods for the cap may alternatively be employed.
The cap may include an elongated tab 108 located on a side portion thereof. The tab facilitates a user's being able to remove the cap to gain access to the on-off switch's lever portion 90.
Side portion 4 of yo-yo 1 is preferably identical to side portion 2 and includes an electrically-powered rotation system 56. Since portion 4 has a weight substantially equal to that of side portion 2, the yo-yo 1 will have a balanced weight distribution whereby it will not tend to lean off-center when it is sleeping at the end of its tether.
Side portion 112 comprises a body member 114, a weight ring 116 and a cap 118. Preferably, the outward appearance of side portion 112 is similar to that of side portion 2.
Body member 114 is in the form of a round disk that includes a cavity 120 located at the center of its tether-facing surface 122. The cavity is sized and shaped to inwardly receive a washer 34 that is located adjacent the yo-yo's center-located ball bearing unit 12. The annular step portion 36 of the washer extends toward, and contacts, the inner race of the ball bearing unit. In this manner, the ball bearing unit's outer race does not contact the washer or body member 114, and is therefore freely rotatable.
The tether-facing surface 122 preferably also features a plurality of optional tether engagement members 40. The tether engagement members are oriented in the same manner as those of side portion 2, similarly extend toward the tether, and have the same functionality.
Body member 114 also includes a center-located thru-bore 124 and a peripherally-located rim portion 126. The rim portion encircles an outwardly-facing cavity 130 that has a bottom/rear surface 132 and a circular sidewall 134. Located at the center of the cavity is an outwardly-extending nipple portion 136 of the body member. Said nipple portion includes, at its distal end, a hexagonally-shaped cavity 138. A nut in the form of hex nut 52 fits into said cavity in a non-rotatable manner. A center-located threaded thru-bore 54 of the hex nut is designed to engage the exterior threads 10 located on one end of the axle pin. In this manner, the hex nut functions to releasably secure side portion 112 to the axle pin.
Weight ring 116 is located in cavity 130 and is fixedly secured to the cavity's sidewall 134, preferably via an interference fit. Alternatively, the weight ring can be secured by other permanent or releasable securement methods, such as by fitting into a complementary groove and/or via fasteners and/or adhesives. The weight ring is preferably made of a metal material and has a weight whereby the weight of side portion 112 will substantially equal that of side portion 2. In this manner, the yo-yo's two side portions will balance each other whereby the yo-yo will not tend to lean toward one side or the other when it is sleeping at the end of the tether.
Cap 118 functions to cover cavity 130 and may be permanently or releasably secured to body member 114. In the embodiment shown, a peripheral edge of the cap is received in an annular groove 140 in the cavity's sidewall 132 and is preferably a snap-fit into said groove.
The operation of the powered rotation system 56 located in side portion 2 of yo-yo 1 will now be described. The yo-yo's other powered rotation system 56, located in side portion 4, as well as the powered rotation system 56 employed in side portion 2 of yo-yo 110, operates in substantially the same manner.
The player would initially activate the rotation system of side portion 2 by removing cap 104 and sliding lever 90 of the system's on-off switch 88 so that the switch is in its �on� position. Next, the user would replace the cap and then release the yo-yo from his or her hand in a manner that will preferably cause the yo-yo to sleep at the end of the tether. As the tether unwinds from about the yo-yo's axle, the yo-yo's side portions will spin at an increasing rate, predominantly due to the action of gravity and to the outwardly-directed force applied to the yo-yo by the user. While the yo-yo's rotation system may also at that time apply a force that tends to cause rotative movement of the yo-yo's side portions, this force would most likely be minimal relative to the other forces acting on the yo-yo. Once the yo-yo is sleeping at the end of the tether, the yo-yo's rotation system 56 will function to maintain the yo-yo's rotational momentum. The rotational velocity that the system will attempt to maintain will be directly related to the size of the capacitor 100 and the resistance value of resistor 96. The system will continue to maintain the yo-yo's rotation as long as it has power.
The operation of the electrically-powered rotation system 56 is based on magnetic attraction and/or repulsion. The system makes use of the electromagnet's weight in combination with the ability of the side portion to rotate relative to the board member 60 to thereby apply force to the magnets 58 that are affixed to the spinning side portion.
When the rotation system is operating and the yo-yo is sleeping at the end of the tether, the board member will become more or less stationary relative to the spinning side portion in which it is housed. This occurs since the weight of the electromagnet 102 is much greater than that of the components located at the other end of the board member, thereby weighing down end 72 of the board member. This causes end 72 of the board member to tend to be located at the lowest point possible, while the ball bearing unit 12 attached to the board member, proximate the board member's midpoint, allows this downward orientation of the board member's end 72 to occur. It should be noted the ball bearing unit's attachment to the yo-yo's axle pin also effectively isolates the board member from the rotation of the rest of the yo-yo.
An understanding of the specific operation of the rotation system can be aided by viewing FIGS. 2 and 4-6. When yo-yo 1 is sleeping at the end of the tether and the body member 24 is spinning in a clockwise direction,
Once electromagnet 102 is energized by a pulse of electricity from the capacitor, it generates a magnetic flux. Preferably, the end of the electromagnet proximate end 72 of the board member will be a North pole, while the fixed magnets 58 are oriented whereby each magnet's South pole is located nearer to the yo-yo's axis of rotation than is its North pole. As a result, the actuated electromagnet will apply a pulling force on magnet 58 c and on magnet 58 d. However, the clockwise rotation of body member 24 brings magnet 58 c progressively closer to the electromagnet, as magnet 58 d moves progressively further way from the electromagnet. As a result, the magnetic force applied to magnet 58 c by the electromagnet will have much more effect on body member 24 than the magnetic force applied to magnet 58 d by the electromagnet. The greater attraction force on magnet 58 c will thereby enhance the body member's clockwise rotation. The attractive force applied by the electromagnet will last until either the circuit shown in
As the yo-yo continues to sleep with the body member 24 moving in a clockwise direction, the body member moves to the position shown in
The cycle will start again once another of the magnets 58 reaches the same position as magnet 58 a had in
If a player wishes to maximize the yo-yo's sleep time, both of the rotation systems of yo-yo 1 would be initially activated. If the player instead wishes to maximize battery life, only one of the rotation systems of yo-yo 1 would be activated prior to the yo-yo's use. In addition, if each rotation system of yo-yo 1 has a fully charged battery, a player may only need to activate one rotation system to produce an extended sleep time sufficient to complete the desired trick(s).
While the rotation system shown being employed in yo-yo 110 is the same as that shown for yo-yo 1, it should be noted that one may want to employ a more robust/powerful system if the yo-yo is to have only a single rotation system. In addition, the circuit shown in
It should be noted that the board member 60 can be fashioned from other types of rigid or semi-rigid boards/members in lieu of the circuit board shown in the figures. For example, the circuit board can be replaced by a rigid plastic, or metal, plate onto which the previously described electrical components are mounted. For such a substitution, said electrical components would be connected together using wires.
The yo-yo side portions 2, 4 and 112 can have other forms, or shapes, than those shown. Furthermore, the axle structure may be formed of other components than the ones shown in the figures.
The preferred embodiments of the invention disclosed herein have been discussed for the purpose of familiarizing the reader with the novel aspects of the invention. Although preferred embodiments of the invention have been shown and described, many changes, modifications and substitutions may be made by one having ordinary skill in the art without necessarily departing from the spirit and scope of the invention as described in the following claims.
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The Chief of Naval Officers on Friday awarded letter of severe displeasure to six officers while recommending court martial for the commanding officer following a probe into INS Sindhuratna fire case that left two officers dead in February 2014, reports stated on Tuesday.
Former Navy chief admiral DK Joshi, who resigned in the wake of a blast in a submarine last year, on Tuesday made a sharp criticism of the defence management in the previous government and alleged there was no accountability and authority.
Taking over from a predecessor who had quit midway owing to a series of mishaps, Navy Chief Admiral Robin Dhowan on Thursday said the force will ensure that such accidents do not happen in future and personnel follow laid down rules without resorting to shortcuts which lead to such incidents.
Admiral RK Dhowan, a navigation and direction specialist, was Thursday named the new chief of the Indian Navy.
Vice Admiral Robin K Dhowan is most likely to be the next chief of the Indian Navy with reports on Wednesday suggesting that the Defence Ministry has recommended his name to Prime Minister Manmohan Singh for the coveted post.
Not satisfied with Navy Chief Admiral DK Joshi`s resignation following a spate of accidents involving warships, BJP on Friday demanded that Defence Minister AK Antony step down taking moral responsibility for the incidents.
The Deputy Electrical Officer (DEO) on-board submarine INS Sindhuratna was probably the first one to spot the fire in the warship and acted swiftly to contain its spread and prevent extensive damage.
Defence Ministry initiated the process find a new successor to former Navy Chief Admiral D K Joshi, who resigned following the spate of accidents involving naval warships in the last seven months.
A day after resigning as Navy Chief, Admiral DK Joshi on Thursday wrote to his colleagues, saying he was "firm" on taking responsibility for the mishaps that have taken place.
After the sudden resignation of Navy chief, Admiral DK Joshi over the spate of accidents involving naval warships, all eyes are on Western Navy commander, Vice Admiral Shekhar Sinha under whose command three submarine mishaps took place in the last seven months.
Notwithstanding allegations of wife swapping against its officers, the Navy on Tuesday said there were no cases of "sexual offence" against its personnel and it follows "zero tolerance" in such matters.
India`s first indigenous Aircraft carrier INS Vikrant, being built at Cochin Shipyard Limited and launched in August, would be commissioned by 2017, Chief of Naval Staff Admiral DK Joshi said.
Myanmarese Navy chief Thura Thet Swe on Monday met his Indian counterpart Admiral D K Joshi to discuss strengthening cooperation in areas of operations, capability building and material support.
Affirming the Indian Navy`s commitment to indigenisation, chief of Naval Staff Admiral D.K. Joshi Tuesday said the country needed a "vibrant and capable" warship construction industry.
Viewing the rapid modernisation of Chinese Navy as a "major concern", Navy Chief Admiral D K Joshi Monday made it clear that India will protect its interests in the disputed South China Sea.
Indian Navy Chief Admiral DK Joshi underlined the "constant need for synergy and coordination" amongst different agencies and stakeholders to ensure India`s optimum security.
In the wake of reports about Chinese hackers allegedly penetrating Naval files, Chief of Naval Staff Admiral DK Joshi said there is so far no evidence of any `intentional` transfer of files to anybody.
The government on Tuesday named Vice Admiral DK Joshi as the new Navy Chief.
Vice Admiral DK Joshi, who has commanded India`s lone aircraft carrier INS Viraat, has been named as the next commander-in-chief of the Navy`s sword arm -- the Mumbai-based Western Naval Command.
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Wilsonville teen accused in traffic crash appears in court
Tyler Joos does not speak during a brief case management hearing
A Wilsonville teen appeared in court Dec. 10 in connection with an Aug. 7 incident in which he allegedly struck and injured two West Linn middle school students with his vehicle.
Tyler Joos, 19, made a brief appearance in Clackamas County Circuit Court for a case management hearing in front of Judge Thomas Rastetter. Joos did not speak during the hearing, which he attended with his attorney, Daniel Woram of Oregon City.
Citing the complexity of the case, as well as ongoing negotiations with the state over a possible plea offer, Woram requested the matter be set over for another month.
Rastetter agreed to set a new court date for January for further case management.
Joos faces two counts of third-degree assault, a class B felony, as well as single counts of fourth-degree assault and driving under influence of intoxicants as a result of the Aug. 7 crash in which two 13-year-old girls walking along Southwest Wilsonville Road near Memorial Drive in Wilsonville were struck. The girls, both students at Rosemont Ridge Middle School in West Linn, were walking on a sidewalk when Joos westbound vehicle allegedly veered off the roadway and across the sidewalk before hitting the girls.
Tualatin Valley Fire & Rescue paramedics provided medical care for the girls, one of whom was transported by air ambulance and one by ground ambulance to Oregon Health & Science University Hospital.
Joos remained on-scene and cooperated with investigators, according to police. He was not arrested at the time of the crash, but following an in-depth police investigation he turned himself in to the Wilsonville Police Department on Oct. 31.
Investigators said forensic evidence obtained during the investigation indicated Joos likely was using inhalant chemicals prior to the crash.
Joos remains free on pretrial release subject to a no-contact order with the two victims, as well as requirements that he not frequent bars or consume drugs or alcohol and obtain a valid license before driving.
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I have a samsung 419 washer... I washed a load of whites using the sanitize cycle tonight and about an hour or so into the 2.5 hour cycle my house was filled with the smell of either burning plastic or rubber. After some sniffing around, I realized it was coming from the washer. It was trying to spin and making an awkward clicking sound that I don't recall it ever making and on top of that, I had quite some difficulty opening the door. The boot seal seems to have become warped somehow and has bunched up in several places. It was pretty late so I just turned it off and went to bed. A little while later I hear noise in the laundry room and found the washer off (no lights, no nothing) but still trying to drain and spin! Where in the world do I even begin to troubleshoot? Does any of this sound like a good enough reason to toss the thing?


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Could Arizona Cardinals play in London in 2014?
Next season, the NFL will host three games in London.
According to NationalFootballPost.com, the Atlanta Falcons, Jacksonville Jaguars and Oakland Raiders will each have a "home game" across the pond.
Their respective opponents have not yet been determined, though it is possible the Arizona Cardinals will be one of them.
The Cards are already set to play a road game against the Raiders, and they're also scheduled to visit the NFC South team that finishes in the same spot of the standings as the Cardinals do in the NFC West, which could ultimately be the Falcons.
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Casey singled to left center, Lopez scored.
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Casey doubled to right, Aurilia scored.
Randa doubled to deep left, Casey scored, Griffey to third.
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Grady Sizemore (7) solo shot to right off Hudson.
Victor J. Martinez (8) 2 run shot to right off Hudson, Hafner scored.
Ben Broussard (7) solo shot to center off Hudson.
Boone singled to left center, Belliard scored, Gerut to third.
Crisp singled to right, Gerut and Boone scored, Sizemore to third.
Hafner singled to right, Sizemore scored, Crisp to third.
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Ben Broussard (8) solo shot to right off Stone.
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Travis Hafner (11) solo shot to center off Stone.
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Hafner singled to center, Crisp scored.
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Javier Valentin (4) solo shot to right off Riske.
Felipe Lopez (13) solo shot to center off Riske.
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Puritan Storm Rising
By Jeff Ziegler
Published March 1, 1996
While evil is being codified at the highest level of American government, the Evangelical Church is undergoing an enormous and historic paradigm shift.
This realignment, which emphasizes a victorious ecclesiology and a biblically optimistic worldview, is nothing less than a renaissance of Puritanism, and is a precursor to the fuller acceptance of reconstructionism across the parched domain of American Evangelicalism.
The rise of a "generalized" Puritan worldview is of great importance to the reconstructionist agenda, for this sweeping resurgence. This renaissance is rapidly preparing the Church corporate in America as the agent for the most comprehensive societal reformation in this nations history. Indeed "neo-puritanism" is having its greatest effect among those evangelicals involved in the "revival prayer movement" which has "wet the appetite" of many sincere saints who earnestly long for a "golden age" of strapping Christianity.
Of special note, is the mounting momentum which Puritan thought is having among some charismatic churches, which despite their diversity and in some cases anarchy, have many in their number who are intuitively covenantal in church polity, with still others having a subjective appreciation for the "Dominion Mandate."
Many charismatics too, are now overcoming an inbred prejudice of American anti-intellectualism to building in the objective theological moorings of Puritan thought and Christian Orthodoxy, which will inevitably bring an unflagging, optimistic and comprehensive worldview to their ranks. Given time this will shake the very social foundations of The United States.
However, I must caution, this encouraging movement among many evangelicals should not be viewed with a "Pollyanna" optimism. The existence of many entrenched strongholds of sin and blatant violations of orthodoxy within the Church must be vanquished in order to see genuine reformation. These fixed fortifications of indolence, ignorance and iniquity will not fall easily, for apostasy has been theologically rationalized, codified, and institutionalized by wide spread antinomianism (or contempt for the moral law of God), pietistic monasticism (or subjective, mystical, fatalistic and selfish private religion), and relational sentimentalism; with its inherently relativistic morality, emphasis on emotionalism as being superior to immutable biblical principle and an idolatrous notion of God being a self limiting seeker sensitive deity who is subjugated to the whims of autonomous man. It is also important to note that the existence of such evil, should not cause us to have a "give up the ship mentality." Our Sovereign Lord has ignited the engines of the Puritan juggernaut throughout history, often; from a human perspective, "just in the nick of time." Thus we as the Lord's elect knighted ones, cannot cower in hopelessness nor retreat to the bunkers of fatalism.
While each Puritan renaissance has its particular emphases, characteristics and applications, there are elements which are common to each. The most common element of biblical truth which surfaces in Puritan revivals is a distinctly reformed soteriology or theology of redemption. Historically, reformed soteriology is sometimes accepted wholly and at other times in degree depending on the depth, force and fidelity of the particular Puritan resurgence in question. At the time of this writing an Augustinian-Calvinistic approach to the issues of salvation and sanctification is seeing a grass roots resurgence both among evangelical clergy and layman.
Once again, brave pulpiteers are proclaiming the majesty and supremacy of God over against mans absolute total depravity. This "goodness and severity" principle is provoking the saints to a fresh obedience to the "Law of God."
Reformed soteriology and its application in reformation preaching is the surest antidote to the antinomian, pietistic, sentimental defeatist theology which has surrendered American society to hellish machinations.
Another element key to any resurgence of Puritanism, is a victorious ecclesiology, or triumphant view of the purpose, function and doctrine of the Church. Such an optimistic view of the Church would see her as victorious in time and history and would emphasize a covenantal approach to Scripture as well as a covenantal model as a basis for relations between the family, church and state.
This covenantal appreciation of Scripture can be described and summarized by the following; "The God who created the universe, reveals himself in history, lays down immutable fixed Biblical laws, brings predictable results, both blessings and sanctions in terms of these laws, and raises the elect to a place of victory in history."
Some of the practical benefits of such a covenantal and triumphant worldview, will include actions by the Church which have not been in evidence since the days of John Knox.
For example, there will be an increase of cooperative ecclesiastical actions such as functioning pastoral presbyteries, which will enforce "The Crown Rights of Christ" over cities and geographic regions through covenantal imprecatory prayer and public proclamations. Also, practical cooperation between clergymen in covenantal relationships will be in evidence in such areas as church discipline, reformation think tanks, ecclesiastical courts and the sharing of resources to accomplish common goals.
Generally, an increase of Christian activism at the grass roots level will be in evidence though firmly rooted in Reformed Orthodoxy.
Socially, one can expect great reaction and upheaval from both the Church and society as the pluralistic, relationally sentimental, moral relativists within the Church and the secularist social Darwinists within the power structures of society rise in raucous denunciation of any movement which dares to proclaim and enforce the absolutes of God's Law-Word and the Crown Rights of Christ. But such is the stuff of "Puritan storms," for revival, reformation, and at times "Cromwellian" revolution are very close cousins indeed.
What has thus far been articulated is certainly short of full-blown reconstructionism. However, it is a transitional phase that does provide a sufficient paradigm shift allowing a platform for continued maturity and enlargement in the areas of Calvinism, Theonomy and Postmillennialism.
In conclusion, I will list a series of common attributes which depicts this time of transition. From this base, let us press forward to harness the "Puritan Storm" and reconstruct our apostate culture along Biblical lines.
Common Themes Now in Ascendancy
a) The Church is the only institution that advances Christ's Kingdom on earth. No other institution is intimated.
b) Christ has furnished all the means to accomplish His work on earth through His resurrection, the Word of God and the Holy Spirit.
c) The witness of the early church in triumph over the Roman Empire, the success of Christian missions and today's Third World awakenings are evidence of a victorious Church.
d) To intimate that the Church will fail in the Great Commission, dishonors the Gospel and the Holy Spirit.
e) The purpose of the Kingdom of God is to prevent the universal spread of idolatry, preserve the testimony of Christ's Imperial Reign, gather the elect, enforce the covenants and the moral Law of God and finally, it is to triumph overall.
f) All nations will have an identifiable an indigenous witness of the Church.
g) Ethnic Jews will be reingrafted to the Christian Church in a large way.
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The Abortion Matrix: Defeating Child Sacrifice and the Culture of Death (DVD)
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Is there a connection between pagan religion and the abortion industry?
This powerful presentation traces the biblical roots of child sacrifice and then delves into the social, political and cultural fall-out that this sin against God and crime against humanity has produced in our beleaguered society.
Conceived as a sequel and update to the 1988 classic, The Massacre of Innocence, the new title, The Abortion Matrix, is entirely fitting. It not only references abortion's specific target – the sacred matrix where human beings are formed in the womb in the very image of God, but it also implies the existence of a conspiracy, a matrix of seemingly disparate forces that are driving this holocaust.
The occult activity surrounding the abortion industry is exposed with numerous examples. But are these just aberrations, bizarre yet anomalous examples of abortionists who just happen to have ties to modern day witchcraft? Or is this representative of something deeper, more sinister and even endemic to the entire abortion movement?
As the allusion to the film of over a decade ago suggests, the viewer may learn that things are not always as they appear to be. The Abortion Matrix reveals the reality of child-killing and strikes the proper moral chord to move hearts to fulfill the biblical responsibility to rescue those unjustly sentenced to death and to speak for those who cannot speak for themselves (Proverbs 24:11,12; 31:8,9).
Speakers include: George Grant, Peter Hammond, RC Sproul Jr., Paul Jehle, Lou Engle, Rusty Thomas, Flip Benham, Janet Porter and many more.
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Running Time: 195 minutes
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The Beast of Revelation: Identified (DVD)
Who is the dreaded beast of Revelation?
Now at last, a plausible candidate for this personification of evil incarnate has been identified (or re-identified). Ken Gentry's insightful analysis of scripture and history is likely to revolutionize your understanding of the book of Revelation — and even more importantly — amplify and energize your entire Christian worldview!
Historical footage and other graphics are used to illustrate the lecture Dr. Gentry presented at the 1999 Ligonier Conference in Orlando, Florida. It is followed by a one-hour question and answer session addressing the key concerns and objections typically raised in response to his position. This presentation also features an introduction that touches on not only the confusion and controversy surrounding this issue — but just why it may well be one of the most significant issues facing the Church today.
Ideal for group meetings, personal Bible study — for anyone who wants to understand the historical context of John's famous letter "… to the seven churches which are in Asia." (Revelation 1:4)
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Freedom: The Model of Christian Liberty (DVD)
"Give me liberty or give me death!"
Patrick Henry's famous declaration not only helped launch the War for Independence, it also perfectly summarized the mindset that gave birth to, and sustained, the unprecedented experiment in Christian liberty that was America.
The freedom our Founders envisioned was not freedom from suffering, want, or hard work. Nor was it freedom to indulge every appetite or whim without restraint—that would merely be servitude to a different master. No, the Founders' passion was to live free before God, unfettered by the chains of autocracy, shackles that slowly but inexorably bind men when the governments they fashion fail to recognize and uphold freedom's singular, foundational truth: that all men are created in the image of God, and are thereby co-equally endowed with the right to "life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness."
This presentation is a similar call, not to one but many. By reintroducing the principles of freedom that gave birth to America, it is our prayer that Jesus, the true and only ruler over the nations, will once again be our acknowledged Sovereign, that we may again know and exult in the great truth that "where the Spirit of the LORD is, there is liberty" (2 Cor. 3:17).
Welcome to the Second American Revolution!
This DVD features "Liberty: The Model of Christian Liberty" along with "Dawn's Early Light: A Brief History of America's Christian Foundations." Bonus features include a humorous but instructive collection of campaign ads and Eric Holmberg's controversial YouTube challenge concerning Mitt Romney's campaign for president.
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Go Stand Speak (DVD)
With "preaching to the lost" being such a basic foundation of Christianity, why do many in the church seem to be apathetic on this issue of preaching in highways and byways of towns and cities?
Is it biblical to stand in the public places of the world and proclaim the gospel, regardless if people want to hear it or not?
Does the Bible really call church pastors, leaders and evangelists to proclaim the gospel in the public square as part of obedience to the Great Commission, or is public preaching something that is outdated and not applicable for our day and age?
These any many other questions are answered in this documentary.
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Abortion Clinic 911 Calls (DVD)
Exposes the Dangers of Abortion to Women!
These shocking eyewitness accounts expose the dangers of abortion not only to unborn children, but to the health and lives women as well. An antidote to the smokescreens of the liberal media, these short clips show what really happens in and around abortion clinics.
Although the content is emotionally gut-wrenching, these videos have been used in church seminars and small groups to educate Christians on the abortion issue and to lead people toward a pro-life position. Contains 2 hours and 40 minutes of materials that can be shown separately.
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DEAR Readers: A lot of sympathetic moms responded with experience and ideas for Upset Mommy, Ft. Garry who has a baby and a toddler, and is going out of her ever lovin' mind with stress. Here are two of the most helpful answers offered:
Dear Miss Lonelyhearts: My boys are almost 21/2 years apart. When the second child came along, I could tell that the older one was feeling left out. I explained that babies require extra time and attention because they can't do the things big boys can do, but that doesn't mean I love either one any less or any more. I gave the older boy as much attention as I could. I also asked if he could help with his younger brother by showing him how to play with toys and keep him away from danger, just like I showed him when he was "little." He helped with the potty training, climbing up and down stairs and showed his little brother what not to touch. He felt like a big boy and loved it. As they grew, any of their disagreements were all channeled through me. I'd explain to each what the other was going through. To this day, they're very close and have never fought or even argued. Children understand a lot more than they are often given credit for -- talking and helping them understand the situations has worked for me. -- Hope This Helps, The Interlake
Dear Hope: I also brought up two boys, and they were only 18 months apart. There was understandable jealousy in the beginning. In fact, the toddler pointed at the new baby in my arms, walked over to the car seat on the floor, and yelled "PUT IT!" At first it was difficult, and sometimes I cried like Upset Mom, when they were both still babies and demanding, but calling in help from the nieces and cousins and neighbours helped bring sanity back into our lives. They say it takes a village to raise a child, so we added as many nice people to our tiny kids' lives as we could. Once a month or so we'd invite other couples with babies and toddlers to come over and we'd just sit there and watch them play and congratulate ourselves we were surviving. It's wonderful to have company who bring pot luck and understand kiddie culture, as restaurants are not very fond of tiny kids making a ruckus.
Dear Miss Lonelyhearts: I am a stay-at-home mom of four boys. When my second, third and fourth boys came along, I made sure I included them in as many tasks to help me out with the newborn, such as getting me a clean diaper. The boys loved to help at bath time. I made sure to thank them for being such big helpers for Mommy and brag to other people when I knew they could hear me. When I would receive a gift for the newborn, I'd have gifts from the dollar store for the older kids on hand. If you include the other child in most of the things you do for the newborn, they don't show a lot of jealousy and feel proud they can help. My oldest is now 21 and youngest is 14. I'm proud to say they do help each other out and other people, too. They have been known to help pull/push cars out of ditches and shovel driveways and leave without being paid or refuse to be paid. -- Mom of Four Grown Boys, Winnipeg
Dear Mom: Sounds like it all worked out well in the end, although there'd be challenging times along the way with four boys in seven years. Upset Mommy seems overwhelmed and isolated. It's sometimes daunting to pack up a baby and a toddler and take them anywhere, though sometimes you just need to get out of the house. Twin strollers can help with mobility of two little ones and babysitters can take them out for walks in the spring while a tired mom naps or showers or reads or goes out as an adult person with some independence again.
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Greek indigenous streptomycetes as biocontrol agents against the soil-borne fungal plant pathogen Rhizoctonia solani
Article first published online: 6 FEB 2013
DOI: 10.1111/jam.12138
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Volume 114, Issue 5, pages 1468–1479, May 2013
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Kanini, G.S., Katsifas, E.A., Savvides, A.L., Hatzinikolaou, D.G. and Karagouni, A.D. (2013), Greek indigenous streptomycetes as biocontrol agents against the soil-borne fungal plant pathogen Rhizoctonia solani. Journal of Applied Microbiology, 114: 1468–1479. doi: 10.1111/jam.12138
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- Issue published online: 15 APR 2013
- Article first published online: 6 FEB 2013
- Accepted manuscript online: 16 JAN 2013 11:56AM EST
- Manuscript Accepted: 6 JAN 2013
- Manuscript Revised: 31 DEC 2012
- Manuscript Received: 26 JUL 2012
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- actinobacteria;
- antifungal activity;
- biocontrol;
- phytopathogenic fungi;
- Rhizoctonia solani ;
- Streptomyces
To examine the biocontrol potential of multiactive Greek indigenous Streptomyces isolates carrying antifungal activity against Rhizoctonia solani that causes damping-off symptoms on beans.
Methods and Results
A total of 605 Streptomyces isolates originated from 12 diverse Greek habitats were screened for antifungal activity against R. solani DSM843. Almost one-third of the isolates proved to be antagonistic against the fungus. From the above isolates, six were selected due to their higher antifungal activity, identified by analysing their 16S rRNA gene sequence and studied further. The obtained data showed the following: firstly, the isolates ACTA1383 and ACTA1557 exhibited the highest antagonistic activity, and therefore, they were selected for in vivo experiments using bean seeds as target; secondly, in solid and liquid culture experiments under optimum antagonistic conditions, the medium extracts from the isolates OL80, ACTA1523, ACTA1551 and ACTA1522 suppressed the growth of the fungal mycelium, while extracts from ACTA 1383 and ACTA1557 did not show any activity.
These results corresponded important indications for the utility of two Greek indigenous Streptomyces isolates (ACTA1557 and ACTA1383) for the protection of the bean crops from R. solani damping-off symptoms, while four of them (isolates OL80, ACTA1523, ACTA1551 and ACTA1522) seem to be promising producers of antifungal metabolites.
Significance and Impact of the Study
This is the first study on the biocontrol of R. solani using multiactive Streptomyces isolates originated from ecophysiologically special Greek habitats. Our study provides basic information to further explore managing strategies to control this critical disease.


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