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In this optimization procedure for the cabling, the characteristics of the cables used to connect a power source to a receiving charge are defined in function of the predetermined and environmental constraints. In the cases where a line realizing the link between the power source and the receiving charge is comprised of several distinct cables connected through cutouts, the section of cables is dimensioned for each cable in the line, independently of the other cables, and is then optimized while taking the overall constraints of the line into account.
1. A method of optimizing cabling, which is implemented by a data processing system, the method comprising:
defining, with the data processing system, characteristics of a line connecting a power source to a receiving charge as a function of constraints of the line that are predetermined and environmental,
dividing, with the data processing system, said line into several distinct cable segments connected in series to each other via a plurality of cutouts such that each cutout separates two adjacent cable segments connected in series to each other via said cutout,
selecting, with the data processing system, a gage for each individual cable segment in the line so as to optimize said cabling while taking the constraints of the line into account by determining for at least one cable segment. several gages of usable cables based on the constraints,
combining said cable segments according to different combinations of said gages in order to form one line,
verifying for each line whether the constraints have been satisfied for the line, and
selecting gages for each cable segment of said cable segments so that the line has a lowest mass.
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17. A computer-readable storage device encoded with a computer executable code for implementing a method of optimizing cabling, the method comprising:
defining characteristics of a line connecting a power source to a receiving charge as a function of constraints of the line that are predetermined and environmental;
dividing said line into several distinct cable segments connected in series to each other via a plurality of cutouts such that each cutout separates two adjacent cable segments connected in series to each other via said cutout;
selecting a gage for each individual cable segment in the line so as to optimize said cabling while taking the constraints of the line into account by determining for at least one cable segment, several gages of usable cables based on the constraints;
combining said cable segments according to different combinations of said gages in order to form one line;
verifying for each line whether the constraints have been satisfied for the line: and
selecting gages for each cable segment of said cable segments so that the line has a lowest mass.
18. A data processing system configured to optimize cabling, comprising:
a definition unit configured to define characteristics of a line connecting a power source to a receiving charge as a function of constraints of the line that are predetermined and environmental;
a dividing unit configured to divide said line into several distinct cable segments connected in series to each other via a plurality of cutouts such that each cutout separates two adjacent cable segments connected in series to each other via said cutout; and
a selection unit configured to select a gage for each individual cable segment in the line so as to optimize said cabling while taking the constraints of the line into account by determining for at least one cable segment, several gages of usable cables based on the constraints, to combine said cable segments according to different combinations of said gages in order to form one line, to verify for each line whether the constraints have been satisfied for the line, and to select gages for each cable segment of said cable segments so that the line has a lowest mass.
This application claims priority to French Application No. 04 03468, filed Apr. 2, 2004, the entire content of which is hereby incorporated by reference.
1. Field of the Invention
The present invention concerns an optimization procedure for the electric cabling, more specifically, in the field of aeronautics.
2. Discussion of the Background
In aircrafts, the number of systems installed on board continuously increases over time. This increase is aimed at obtaining airplanes that are safer and better in performance. However, it leads to an increase in the number of cables that are present in an aircraft. With time, this implies the constant growth in the mass of electrical cables installed on board of an airplane.
This supplementary mass installed on board is a handicap for any given aircraft. When the no-load weight of the aircraft is increased, then one must either provide for a more powerful engine or reduce the pay load. In any case, the figures will show that the aircraft's fuel consumption increases when broken down for each individual passenger being transported or for each ton being shipped, thus leading to a rise in costs for operating the aircraft.
The present invention therefore has the objective of providing the means, for a given aircraft, that allow for limiting the mass of electrical cables required for the cabling of the various systems in the aircraft without, however, limiting the number and/or the positioning of said cables.
To this end, the invention proposes an optimization procedure for the cabling in which the characteristics of the cables used to connect a power source to a receiving charge are defined in function of the predetermined and environmental constraints.
According to the invention, in the cases where a line realizing the link between the power source and the receiving charge is comprised of several distinct cables connected through cutouts, the section of cables is dimensioned for each cable in the line, independently of the other cables, and is then optimized while taking the overall constraints of the line into account.
In an original manner, the invention proposes here, that a line connecting a power source to a receiving piece of equipment not be considered as a sectional line that is constant, but rather as a sectional line that is variable. In this manner, it is possible to limit the section of cables that is used over certain parts of the line, while it is not possible, in contrast, to reduce a section over the entirety of the line.
To best determine the section of cables to be used, the invention proposes in a preferred form of embodiment, prior to making the determination as to which section of cables to use, that the routing of the lines and cables be effected so as to allow for the calculation of the path to be taken by the various lines and cables. Thus, the knowledge of the path taken by the cables allows for a better optimization of the line since it is then possible to determine the type of cable being used (shielded or not, resistant to such and such a temperature, etc.). In the case of preliminary routing, said routing of lines and cables preferably allows for at least determining the approximate positioning of the cutouts separating two adjacent cables. In this manner, the length of each cable is known and the mass of the cables can better be determined.
In a form of embodiment of the optimization procedure in accordance with the invention, for at least one cable of a line, several sections of usable cables are determined in function of the constraints imposed upon said cable; these cables are combined according to different combinations so as to form one line; verification is made for each line as to whether the overall constraints of the line have been satisfied, and the line that has the lowest mass and corresponds to the overall technical constraints is the one selected.
All of the characteristics of the different varieties of cables that might be used for implementing the cabling under consideration are advantageously memorized in a data base. The term �variety� is used here as distinct from the term �type� of cable, described further below. The type of cable denotes its general structure (in the electrical field, there are for example, shielded cables, non-shielded cables, cables with one or several wires, with an insulator of such and such a material, etc.). Variety, here, also concerns the section of the cable. Thus, two cables of the same variety simultaneously present with a same section and are of the same type.
The optimization of the overall mass of the cables is preferably realized for two discrete variables, for the type and for the section of the cables.
The present invention is particularly well suited to be applied for the implementation of electric cabling. In this case, the predetermined constraints include, for example, a value for the maximal intensity, defined, among other things, by the consumption of the load and by a permissible maximal drop in voltage. In this electrical field, the environmental constraints include, for example, the ambient temperature.
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The details and advantages of the present invention shall become clearer based on the following description made in reference to the appended schematic diagram in which:
The drawing illustrates the utilization of a procedure in accordance with the invention for the implementation of the electric cabling in an aircraft. A similar procedure can be used in applications other than in aeronautics.
The following description shows how, in accordance with the invention, it is possible to reduce the overall mass of the cables in an electric network. In aircrafts, the increase in the number of systems installed on board as well as the increase in power consumption by multiple units of equipment in the aircraft lead to an increase in the mass of the electrical installations in the aircraft. To limit this increase, the invention proposes to optimize the mass of cables which connect the various systems installed on board and which supply power to the multiple units of equipment.
Of course, the optimized electrical network obtained must satisfy all of the safety standards without acting upon the levels of power consumed, nor on the number of systems installed on board, nor on their positioning.
In the state of the art prior to the present invention (
It is now appropriate to determine the type and gage of the cable C1. The type of electric cable is coded. The indication of the cable type allows us to more specifically know the number of conductors comprising the cable, the material used for the embodiment of the conductors, the nature of the insulating material as well as the possible presence and nature of the shielding. The gage of the cable, symbolized by the symbol #, is expressed as per the AWG (American Wire Gage) standard. The value of the gage decreases when the section of the conductor, and therefore its ohmic resistance, increases.
In the present case, illustrated in
After this, once all of the elements have been defined (power source, cable, equipment), the electric harnesses are defined. The electricians then define the theoretical path of the functional routing linking the various pieces of equipment of the aircraft. The type of cables at the level of each harness is then determined in function of the path that is retained. The type of cables is determined in function of the environmental constraints (temperature, for example), of the specifications from the functional diagram, and of the planned connectors, etc. Lastly, a final manual check permits to ensure that the definitions chosen do correspond to the required specifications.
The present invention proposes a novel and original manner by which to define an electrical network, as described in the following.
First of all, as in the previous, the architecture of the system is created. The data relative to the signals (voltage, current, . . . ) as well as the specific requirements which must be met by the circuit (maximal drops in voltage, specific thermal constraints, . . . ) are defined.
In a second step, and the positioning of the equipment having been defined, the electric harnesses are composed by determining their specific length. The routing for the functional connections can then be realized. At this point, one can as yet not speak of a physical routing since the gages and types of cables have not yet been determined. However, the paths that can be taken by the various cables are known. It is then a question of calculating the length for each one of them based on the data available. Said data are preferably stored in a numerical data base which constitutes a three dimensional numerical �model� of the airplane.
In the following step, the gages and types of cables are calculated. The totality of the electrical, technical (cable materials, connecting devices, . . . ) and thermal constraints is taken into account to ensure good and accurate dimensioning of the cables. It is to be noted here, that the gages of the cables are calculated after routing of the cables. The determination of the gages for the various cables is then optimized to reduce the overall mass of the cable network. The present invention more specifically concerns this last step of determination of the cable gages and the optimization thereof.
Before detailing an example for the determination of the cable gages in accordance with the invention, we are providing a few definitions for the words used in the following.
An electrical network is a set of several power sources connected through to several charges, said power sources and charges being connected through by cables while possibly being implemented by components (cutout, diode, . . . ).
A line is a logical subset of a network involving a single power source and a single charge and comprising one or several cables as well as possibly one or several components. A line is a unique combination of cables and of equipotentials connecting the power source to the charge.
In the case of a switch-over network, as illustrated in
To determine the gages of the cables, different constraints must be taken into account.
First of all, there are the electrical constraints. The gage of the cable must be compatible with the rating of the cutout switch in order to protect the line from heating up to a critical temperature when traversed by the current. It is also desirable to limit the drops in voltage over the line (ΔVmax) in order to ensure the proper operation of the equipment. These drops in voltage are determined in advance and in function of the pieces of equipment supplied by the power source.
After this, there are the thermal constraints. To prevent all risks of overheating in the cables or of premature wear of the installed electrical system, one must more specifically take into account dissipation as a result of the Joule effect, the ambient temperature as well as the cooling conditions (confined or liberated air, etc.).
Finally, there are the technological constraints. The insulating materials used for the cables are not all resistant to the same temperatures. The choice of insulating material will directly depend on the thermal constraints. The conductive material (aluminum or copper) in an airplane depends on the zone of the airplane in which the cable is intended to run. In fact, in order to avoid possible contamination, the use of aluminum cables is restricted to specific zones in the airplane. Specific constraints (for example, the use of a three wire shielded cable) also influence the type of cable to be used. One must also take into account the permissible bending radius of the cable for its application. This restricts the usage of certain types of cables in confined spaces. The type of cable chosen must also take into account the connecting terminal to which it must be linked.
The constraints remain the same as before (
To the right of the figure are indicated the drops in voltage (ΔV) for four examples of cable combinations. The first combination corresponds to four cables with a # 8 gage. This combination yields a maximal drop in voltage ΔV of 6.89 V. This solution is therefore not permissible since the drop in voltage is limited to 4 V. Likewise, if all of the cables C1-C4 have a # 6 gage, the voltage drop ΔV is 4.62, which is not acceptable. With four cables having # 4 gages, we have the solution presented by the prior art that is illustrated in
In the example from
Taking into account the vast number of cables present in a modern aircraft, a simultaneous optimization calculation for all of the cables would seem difficult to realize since it would call for means of calculation far too considerable. However, we can distinguish several networks that are more or less independent of one another in an aircraft. An optimization of the mass can be realized on a network by network basis.
The different types of information required for defining the electrical network in an aircraft are regrouped in a data base D. This data base D symbolizes the various types of information available concerning the architecture of an aircraft. They are not necessarily regrouped in one same physical data base. We can even assume that some of the information required for the calculation revealed hereinafter is not available in a numerical form, but must be acquired instead.
The function F1 allows for the construction of lines. Based on a switch-over network such as the one in
The function F2 calculates, for each component on the line, the maximal currents �Imax� in order to more specifically dimension the cables in terms of temperature and to calculate the rating of the cutout switch.
The function F3 calculates/verifies the rating of the cutout switch. If the technical specifications for the cutout switch have not been specified, then the cutout switch presenting with the minimal ohmic resistance is selected at the level of this F3 function. At this particular level, one can already calculate the cable gages that are compatible with the rating of the cutout switch.
Based on the data D, the function F4 can calculate the most constrained environment to which a predetermined cable is subjected. The rules of the trade, defined by a standard, impose a choice for the cable types and gages that is in function of the airplane's environment through which the cable is routed. One same cable can traverse airplane zones that have different characteristics (pressurized or non-pressurized zone, different ambient temperature, etc. . . . ). Here, we also obtain a set of cable types/gages that are compatible.
The function F5 allows for the calculation of thermal constraints. This calculation has already been realized in the prior art. Depending on the data provided at input, different methods can be used. Let us simply recall that the thermal constraints are essentially dependent on the maximal ambient temperature, on the intensity of the current running through the cable as well as on the cable's position in the aircraft.
The function F6 calculates the constraints for the connecting devices. Here, the system user making use of the algorithm in
The results of calculations from the functions F3, F4, F5 and F6 yielding a set of valid types and gages are regrouped at the level of the cell bearing the designation t/# in
After this, one calculates (function 7) the currents �Idim� that allow for the dimensioning of the cables under the ΔVmax constraint. Here, the cable is no longer considered in isolation, but rather as an element of the line Li in which it is integrated and where it contributes to a drop in voltage ΔVi. Thus, for the line Li, the value �Idim� corresponds to the intensity of the current causing the maximal drop in voltage ΔVi.
The function F8 allows for the calculation of the maximal drop in voltage that is permissible in the cables while equally taking into consideration the intermediary drops in voltage due to the presence of components (cutout switch, diode, etc. . . . ).
The function F9 determines the valid cable types/gages prior to optimization. In function of the set of constraints previously defined, the function F9 calculates the solutions (types/gages) that are valid for each of the cables in the network. Here, one verifies, for each one of the cables in the line, that the constraint for the maximal drop in voltage (ΔVmax) is not exceeded. In this manner, one is reducing the set of solutions at the input of the optimization algorithm.
Finally, the function F10 is the function which allows for the optimization of the cable types/gages. Schematically, the functions F1 through F8 allow for the determination of the set of type/gage couples that are permissible in
The objective of the optimization problem is to minimize the mass of the network. Mathematically, we can formulate this by indicating that the overall mass is the sum of the mass of the cables. We know that theses masses depend on the type of cables, on the gage of the cables and on the length thereof. Since the overall length of the cable is constant for a given line, the optimization can be done for the two discrete variables which consist in the types and sections (or gages) of the cables.
This sum must be minimized by the constraints.
As the first constraint, one expresses that for each cable in a line, the type of cable is restricted by the zones to be traversed in the airplane. In this constraint, one can also express the number of wires that must be comprised in each cable.
The second constraint is associated to the value of �Imax�. For each cable, the maximal gage is restricted by the rating of the corresponding cutout switch as well as by the heating constraint based on the Joule effect in the cable. However, this restriction is not always the same and depends on the material used for the cable. Being that the material is associated with the type of cable, one must enter the two variables in this constraint. Furthermore, depending on the types of cables used, not all of the sections are available and there may exist yet another constraint due to the type of connecting devices. For each cable, one can therefore indicate that its section (corresponding to its gage) is greater than (or equal to) a minimal section, depending on the type of cable and on the connecting devices, and is less than (or equal to) a maximal section, depending on the cutout switch, on heating, on the type of cable and on the connecting devices.
As a third constraint, it is appropriate to consider the drops in voltage in the lines. For each line, we want the drop in voltage over the set of cables not to exceed a maximal value ΔVmax. This maximal value takes into account the drop in voltage over the entire line, including the cables and the components. Therefore, in a given line, the sum of the drops in voltage calculated must be less than the permissible maximal value ΔVmax.
Mathematically, it is therefore appropriate to minimize the function for the masses while taking into account the three constraints mentioned above. The formulation of the equation for this problem is directly deduced from that which preceded. The resolution of the system of equations formulated in such a manner is a classical problem with which the person skilled in the art normally knows how to deal.
For this precise problem, we can provide a few indications concerning the resolving algorithm. Thus, for example, instead of using the cable gages as a discrete variable, we can assimilate them to continuous functions such as to the resistance and/or to the mass per unit length in function of the section of cable. This device allows for the use of classical optimization methods and algorithms that are based on the derivation of functions.
However, if rendering the cable section continuous corresponds to a physical reality, the same cannot be said of the type of cable. In order to increase the chances of convergence towards an overall minimum, the resolving algorithm is called into execution several times with different points of initiation each time. We estimate that such a procedure allows us to find a solution that is down graded by at least 10% in terms of the optimal solution.
The procedure which is best adapted to the traditional algorithm in mathematics is the one designated as the algorithm of separation and evaluation (also known under the English name of branch & bound). It allows for the identification of the overall minimum of the solutions but the resolution time increases exponentially in function of the size of the problem whose volume rapidly becomes sizable. The continuous optimization suggested here in the preceding allows for facilitating the quest for solutions.
The use of the procedure described above, as a prototype, has allowed us to realize significant progress in terms of mass. This procedure therefore allows for a significant reduction in the mass of cables put into application while respecting the same constraints used in the prior art (electrical constraints, thermal constraints, connecting device constraints, etc. . . . ) without altering the previously defined architecture of the electrical network in the aircraft.
A personal computer can be used for the application of this procedure. Programming with classical spreadsheet software can even be considered.
The optimization of the cable gages and types is implemented while taking into consideration all of the segments of a functional route and not just exclusively one single route between two pieces of equipment. The procedure described above allows for automatic dimensioning of the cables. In fact, this dimensioning is a complex exercise which requires in depth professional experience in the art of design. When the lengths of the cables change, long and tedious calculations are required for redimensioning the cables. Such a problem is frequently encountered over the course of development of a new aircraft. In fact, the definition for the electrical harnesses changes on a regular basis over the course of the design for this new aircraft. The automatic calculation proposed by the invention allows for rapidly measuring the effects of a change in routing or of a change in the technical specifications of the cable gages and equally allows for validating whether all of the constraints have been met.
The present invention is not limited to the preferred form of embodiment described above which serves as an example without any limitations. It also concerns all of the variations in embodiment which are within reach of the person skilled in the art in the context of the claims that follow here.
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One year ago today I took a photograph that would change my life. A single frame turned my whole world upside down, and brought on a storm of media attention, praise, criticism, confusion, wonder, and doubt. After one hell of a ride this past year, I think today is a good day to finally tell this photo's story...
I guess this all started in 2007, when photography became a full time obsession for me. That summer I returned from Europe where I learned to use my first DSLR (Canon Rebel XT), and leaving the house without a camera was just not an option anymore.
I was shooting some street just before sunset when I came across a construction site on a busy Toronto intersection. It didn't seem like there were any workers around, but the gate was wide open. I thought I could get a cool vantage point to shoot the skyline so I just went for it, found the stairs and climbed to the very top.
The building wasn't very high, perhaps 15 or 16 storeys, but when I got to the top and opened the door to the roof I got an instant rush of adrenaline, like I just opened the door to a secret world of wonder. The city was right in my face, like I've never seen it before; the sun was setting and all the lights were starting to turn on. The noise from the street was muted, the cars and people moved about in what seemed like slow motion, it was like a Eric Satie song. It was magical.
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It was a Saturday, and the weather in Toronto was just starting to turn warm again, the sky was bright blue and the sun was shining overhead, it was a perfect day to go rooftopping. Jennifer Tse and I planned to hit one of Toronto's tallest buildings under construction. After an exhausting climb we got to the top and shot for about 30 minutes. It was midday and the building was higher and further away from the city then we expected, not what we had hoped for.
We finished up and descended back to ground level where we met Hi-Lite and Peter, two of Toronto's premier rooftoppers. We walked around for a while and scouted a few buildings when we serendipitously found ourselves in front of one of Toronto's sweetest high rises. Nestled in the heart of the financial district, it was a building we have attempted and failed many times before.
A photo from earlier in the day, April 24th, 2011
There was no time to waste, we were going for it. After moving past security without incident, we found ourselves in the elevator watching numbers run up. The sense of uncertainty and anxious anticipation was thick, but luck was on our side on this day, and a few minutes later we were face-to-face with an open hatch.
This is where things get hazy. You see, coming out of the hatch of an epic skyscraper in the middle of the city, for the first time, is really hard to put into words. I guess it's what I imagine a caged bird would feel if you leave the the gate open, a warm rush fills your chest and for a moment, everything slides away and nothing can touch you, you are truly free.
After a few high fives were exchanged, as we often do when we get on a roof, we split up and started to shoot. Since we all shoot Canon we had all our gear in the same place where we could easily exchange lenses, I believe we had a total of five lenses to choose from that day.
The light was perfect, the views were stunning, everywhere you looked a great photo was waiting to be taken. After shooting for a while with the wides I set my fisheye on the ledge and started to shoot with the 50mm. Jennifer picked up the fisheye and sat out at the edge of the building, as she often did, and began to shoot her shoes with the skyline in the background (see here, here, and here). The 50mm wasn't doing it for me so I grabbed the Sigma 8-16mm, which Jen had just removed from her camera.
The six frames leading up to "I'll Make Ya Famous"
I've had many people ask me what planning and preparation I took to get "I'll make you famous". The truth of the matter is there was no staging or prep involved at all. As Jen sat at the edge and took her own photos I stood over her and shot a series of photos without even looking through the viewfinder.
As the sun was about to set, we wrapped up and headed down. I remember looking at the photos in the elevator, I saw the shot and thought I had something but didn't have much time to analyze. We went on to 'rooftop' one more building before calling it a night.
When I got home that night I set the photos to upload and made myself something to eat. When I came back everything was ready to process. I took 422 photos that day, and as I scanned through the grid view in Lightroom one photo stood out from the crowd.
The first thing I did when I saw the photo was flip it upside down; it instantly took on a new dimension. The next thing I did was bring it into the Develop screen (in Lightroom) and tried to apply a couple of different presets to it. Neither seemed to work so I tried a preset I'd been working on for 3 months called "Shopping Family". After a few adjustments I finally was able to give the photo that pop that it needed. I published the photo two days later.
This is "I'll Make ya Famous" straight out of the camera.
The photo instantly blew up. Within 24 hours of posting the shot it had gotten 25k views on Flickr and huge numbers on reddit, but it was on the new upstart 500px where it really took off. The photo was picked as "Editors' Choice" and quickly piled up 50k views in the first two days.
I never expected the photo to get such a response. Hundreds of people seemed really moved by the image, some negatively, while others thought it was photoshopped. Never the less, the ride was just starting.
The first media outlet to pick up the story was My Modern Metropolis, who ran the first article about rooftopping. Before I knew it all my photos were in demand, and WENN was keen on syndicating a story about rooftopping. I was pretty naive to the whole thing, so I said "sure why not".
When I woke up on the morning of May 19th I had 500 emails in my inbox, including requests for interviews by BBC, RTL, and National Geographic USA. The story had been picked up by several major newspapers around the world (here, here and here, to name a few) with the headlines proclaiming rooftopping to be the new "craze".
Everything happened really quickly from there, all kinds of doors swung open. I was offered the photo editor position of Toronto's leading blog, I began to licence loads of my images, and I was selling tons of prints, all thanks to one photo. Even now, a year later, I still get 3-5 requests for this photo every week.
Keep shooting. One photo can change your life.
To see more of Tom's work check out his 500px page and his website. And you can find I'll Make ya Famous on 500px here.
I remember the article and read it with fascination. I completely understand your feelings regarding "freedom"...the rooftops offer something that simply cannot be found anywhere else. While I don't engage much in "rooftop photography" now, I did have a very intense fling with it when I started. I likened being "Up On The Roof" to the lyrics from that great Drifters song from the 60's, and featured several of my rooftop images in my first gallery showing in New Brunswick 2 years ago.
Fast forward...I still love the heights and shoot there when I can, but I've found other avenues now to satiate my photography-jones. Bridges, cityscapes, industrial construction sites and urban wastelands...all appeal to me.
Nevertheless, I enjoyed reading the story behind the image. Regarding 500px...I recently discovered and joined (yeah, I know...where have I been?). Fantastic images, and one that I never thought would be as popular as it has turned out - "Glassy Manhattan". While it hasn't garnered 24,000+ views, it has gotten a fair amount of positive attention - something I'm happy with.
Anyway, thanks for taking the time to read my comment. I will check out your work and look forward to your new posts. Take care...
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Thanks for sharing your amazing work.
Well done.
Should be noted, though: Tom didn't start a movement, he was only part of it's revitalization. Margaret Bourke-White got there first-- In the 1920's.


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- The crux of Thor 2 is continuing the dynamic between Thor and Jane, as well as the relationship between Thor and Odin.
- Feige says there are no plans for Marvel and Pixar to team up on a feature.
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In the text, released on the third Sunday of Advent, the eight Bishops deplore the murder of two priests of the Diocese of Tuxpan (see Fides 30/11/2013), as well as acts of violence perpetrated against the communities of Veracruz and against immigrants that pass through this area to reach the United States.
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The document recalls the situation of immigrants and the poor with these words: "Let us turn our attention to another side of our reality: we refer to the pain and anguish experienced by many of our brethren, especially immigrants, farmers, youth, families, religious, nuns and priests who are the most disadvantaged, who have suffered hardships arising from social sin that occurs with many facets, such as violence, injustice, corruption, idolatry of money, contempt for life and the disintegration of the family".
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Hello to all, it's been a while I wasn't over here since things have been going well with the W1213 I bought almost a year ago.
Long story short, last week I came across a used W4800 on craigslist for 500$, the deal was good so I bought it for the parents to replace a not so old GE top loader.
The machine is now installed, it was a pain to bring up the stairs, and it already did a couple of washes with respectable results.
The machine has the following minor issues considering the price paid:
1: Plastic part where the control panel sits on is cracked along the lip; it seems like a bad plastic batch.
2: Upon pulling the boot to see the drum, there is some mold in there.
3: The heavy door is a little sagging.
4: Water levels are ridiculously low! I can barely see water at the bottom on the normal cycle.
Some problems I'll live with given the price paid and the fact that the machine is out of warranty, but other stuff is bugging me.
Does anyone know how to program the water plus on this one? I searched the forum and most of the discussion is about the 4840. Is there a service manual available somewhere for the 4800, I have the one for my 1213 and it came in really handy?
I would also like to know how many hours of usage this thing has.
Can anyone recommend a machine cleaning procedure?
I was thinking to do the following, all in Sanitize mode:
1. One cycle with 3-4 tbsp of dishwasher detergent to degrease the machine.
2. Another cycle with a good load of bleach dumped in to kill the mold.
3. A delicates cycle to rinse the whole thing.
4. If needed a cycle with some citric or oxalic acid to remove any possible scaling.
Is this overkill?
Thank you for any input, it is greatly appreciated.
Hi Mihai,
This is a link to Miele Canada website with the W4800 manual.
I don't think the things you listed for cleaning can do any harm so why not.
I'm not sure about the programming menu on the W4800 as there is no display screen.
Here is a link that might be useful: Miele W4800 manual
Send me your regular email address (click on my name, and then click on "Send me an email"), and I'll send you W4800btd.pdf. It includes programming instructions for the W4800. Apparently the W4800 can be programmed via the panel buttons, even though it has no display.
" 4: Water levels are ridiculously low! I can barely see water at the bottom on the normal cycle."
This is normal level on my W4842.
As for the mold, you might have better luck with a dedicated mold remediation product. I have some that I bought from an allergy store, which I use to treat a foundation wall that gets damp from time to time. This is what the companies use in homes that have been flooded, etc. I was told this stuff messes with the DNA of mold and really kills it, versus chlorine bleach which only bleaches it to a lighter color. (I'm just telling you what he said).
The active ingredient is the same active ingredient in the Dow Scrubbing Bubbles aerosol bathroom cleaner.
Livebetter, thank you for the link, I had already downloaded it from the website.
Suburbanmd, message sent, I really appreciate it! I already programmed my compact machine which has a basic display (numbers only), you have to use blinking lights to figure things out, and it's not that bad to do.
Cavimum, thank you for the tip, I will most likely have to go that route as the mold is more stubborn than I thought. After that sanitize cycle with dishwasher detergent you could see mold particles floating around during rinsing.
I've seen worse before and it currently doesn't smell but I would rather take care of it now than deal with it later.
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I might suggest this: The next time you are washing a load, let the washer go for about 10 minutes. Pause it, and open the door. Push the laundry back and see if there is a pool of water on the bottom of the drum. Honestly, there should not be more than a few inches. You will not routinely see water splashing in any new front load washer. Maybe even try to check on different programs, to confirm that water levels vary by program. If you do not see a small pool of water, then you will probably need to call Miele service. You should also have an Extra Rinse, or Sensitive button on the console. That option will give you extra rinsing. Let us know what you find, and good luck!


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Centrally heated for those chilly winter nights, and air conditioned for the warmer days, this newly refurbished apartment is the perfect place for a winter holiday , being just one minute's walk from the beaches, the Old Town and all of the best shops and restaurants in Marbella. Available throughout the winter, with big discounts for long-term bookings, the apartment is great for groups as it comfortably houses up to eight people, or for families that want to be right in the middle of everything. It is also equipped with a special satellite receiver that allows viewing of most British TV channels, which is exceptional in Spain. Christmas and New Year's offers are also available, and what better place to stay if you want to watch some of the town's incredible processions during the festive season.
The Space
This newly renovated, large and sunny apartment is on the first floor of a prestigious townhouse, in a small side street off the main thoroughfare. Sleeping up to 8 people comfortably, the apartment offers:
Entrance hall opening into a spacious sitting/dining room, with bed-settee (double-bed), TV, and eating area
Modern kitchen with dishwasher and all necessary cooking and eating appliances
Two modern bathrooms with bath, shower and washing machine
Two separate cloakrooms
Three large double bedrooms
Home gym with exercise bike, cross trainer, mats and weights
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Loads of windows which allow for maximum light but fitted with blackout blinds for a good night's sleep.
Available all the year around (what better place to be in the winter, than Marbella, with an average temperature of 20 degrees Celsius in January/February, blue sky and sunshine)
Guest Access
Easy access through the main door from the street, with lift and stairs to the first floor. Quiet, and well maintained building.
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Just one minute's walk from the stretch of beaches that run parallel to Marbella's famous 'Golden Mile' and a few minutes from the beautiful Orange Square, which houses the town's best restaurants and shops.
Getting around
Not necessary to have a car as you can walk everywhere but good if you plan to explore further afield. Gibraltar is a great day out.
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Closest beach to the apartment is the Playa de la Venus.
|Sleeps up to 8, 3 bedrooms
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|Car not necessary, Wheelchair users
|Family friendly
|Suitable for children over 5, Suitable for people with restricted mobility
|Some pets are welcome - please contact the owner, No smoking at this property
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|Internet access
|Central heating, Air conditioning, TV, Games room, Satellite TV, Wi-Fi available
|Kettle, Toaster, Iron, Hair dryer
|Clothes dryer, Dishwasher, Cooker, Microwave, Fridge, Freezer, Washing machine
|3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms of which 2 Family bathrooms
|1 Sofa beds, Double beds (1), Single beds (4), Dining seats for 6, Lounge seats for 8
|Linen provided, Towels provided
|Wheelchair users, Lift access
About this location
The Andalucia region
Andalusia, the southern-most area of Spain, is known for so many things, from its sometimes infamous towns such as Benalmadena and Torramolenos, or the beautiful Marbella and its port area of Puerto Banus (often referred to as the 'St Tropez' of Spain and home to the rich and famous), to its wonderful climate and beaches, fantastic food and wine, and its historic cities such as Malaga, Seville, Granada and Cordoba to, most importantly, its world-beating golf courses and other sports facilities.
Once bitten forever smitten – after a visit to Andalusia, you never want to go anywhere else, and it is no surprise that so many people retire to the region – the beaches, mountains, culture and range of activities are hard to beat.
Marbella, Malaga
The apartment is in the centre of Marbella Old Town, just minutes from the best beaches, restaurants, clubs and historic sites. From Marbella Town, it is an easy ten minute drive or bus-ride to the port of Puerto Banus, which houses some of the best nightclubs in Spain, wonderful shops and restaurants, and a number of beach bars and clubs that are open from dawn until dusk. The capital of Andalusia, Malaga, is a half hour drive away and full of history, whilst the 'white village' of Ronda is a bit further in the opposite direction and outstandingly beautiful.
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16 Oct 2014
"Not exactly as advertised!"
The location is as advertised and no problem there. However parking is a nightmare and a car is certainly not needed in Marbella and perhaps this might have been made clear. The photos accompanying the flat description were very misleading.
The apartment was inadequately supplied for a 3 week stay re. bedding, towels, and kitchen. The ad stated that the flat had TV and Wi-Fi. The TV was there exactly as in one of the photos but not connected to any outside signal; nor could it accept a DVD. However the Wi-Fi worked perfectly AFTER we corrected the mistaken info re. connecting to it.
The flat is incredibly noisy both from the street and from the flat directly overhead. Not easy to get a good night's sleep.
Marbella is a treat to visit but I would suggest some other centrally located flat.
Thank you for taking the time to write a review. I do feel, however, that it is pretty unfair, for the following reasons - based on your comments:
1. The photos on the website were taken by the Holiday Lettings official photographer and are a perfect description of the property.
2. The kitchen is brand new. I presume that you marked it down as it didn't have enough baking trays or an 'egg lifter' as you mentioned. This is, however, a self-catering apartment and we cannot provide every piece of equipment that someone might need (although we have done a pretty good job!). We also expect (and have generally found) that most of our guests go out to eat and do not need specialized cooking utensils.
3. The bathrooms are brand new. I cannot understand how you could mark them down for cleanliness as the apartment was immaculate when you arrived. However, you did mention that one of the showers did not drain away properly towards the end of your stay, so maybe that is why. Our manager, when she went in after you left, found that the shower was clogged up with hair and once this was remove it drained perfectly.
4. You gave us 4 out of 5 for arrival and key drop. You did not mention that our manager had to take a taxi to find you on the motorway when you got lost (having disregarded my travel instructions) nor that we left you a welcome pack (at our expense) of smoked salmon, Cava and other supplies. What should we have done to get a 5?!
5. You say that we should make it clear that no-one should bring a car. We, and our guests that have come by car, manage very well with driving and parking around central Marbella, but of course it does not have the big highways that you are used to. In my (disregarded) instructions, I also suggested that you park in the underground car park around the corner (which you later found for yourself) rather than park on the street.
6. You say that the apartment is noisy. We have never been told this before, since it has double-glazing and special curtains that keep out light and noise. It is not, however as quiet as a property in the mountains as it is, of course, in the very centre of the town.
6. The WIFI works perfectly, as you say, and the password has been corrected in the 'welcome book'. However, you failed to mention that our manager spent half an hour on the phone to you after you arrived, giving you blow by blow instructions how to actually use the WIFI in the first place... I should also mention that we did not realize that the password was incorrect (it was listed in CAPS rather than lower case) as all of our other guests have worked this out for themselves...
7. The TV aerial was damaged by the guest before you and there was no time to get it fixed before you arrived, as I explained to you during our very nice drink on the evening you left. It is now working.
8. The mattresses are four months old.
9. Finally, I feel that you expected a five star luxury hotel experience and received only a five star self-catering experience. We try to give all of our guests the very best of accommodation and service, but of course, it is always possible to improve, and some of the comments you sent me during your daily emails will definitely be incorporated. However, for what you were paying (less than GBP 20 per night per person) I think your expectations and subsequent criticisms were completely out of line and unfair.
I would add, finally, that bearing in mind your daily calls/emails, it would have been very easy for you to ask for more bedding or towels, or anything else for that matter. As you found out on several occasions, our manager was just a telephone call away and went out of her way to help even when called at 11.00 at night or first thing in the morning.
19 Sep 2014
"Spacious flat in a brilliant location."
This flat is incredible – even with six of us staying it was really comfortable and spacious, and having a gym room was a real bonus. The location, too, is fantastic as it is just a short walk to th… More
27 May 2014
"The photos don't do it justice! Location is superb."
My girlfriends and I was very pleased with the apartment. The photos don't do it justice, it is lovely and spacious, clean, comfortable and the most perfect location. It is a lovely walk to the b… More
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