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Water kefir grains create a carbonated lacto-fermented beverage from sugar water, fruit juice, or coconut water. Incredibly easy to use, the starter culture can create a new batch of water kefir every 24-48 hours. Water kefir makes a fantastic non-dairy alternative to milk kefir and can be flavored to make a range of delicious beverages, or as an ingredient in many recipes. Your family will love it!
- Rehydration period of 3-5 days required before regular use.
- Reusable culture; makes up to 2 quarts water kefir with every batch.
- Cultures on the counter at 68°-85°F.
- May be used to culture sugar water, fruit juice, and coconut water.
- Finished water kefir (not grains) may be used to culture non-dairy milks, for a non-dairy milk kefir alternative.
Water Kefir Starter Kit Contents:
- One packet water kefir grains
- Plastic mesh strainer (3½-inch diameter)
- Instruction and recipe booklet
Water Kefir Grains Instructions and Troubleshooting:
- Instructions for using this culture are included and may be found here.
- Having trouble making water kefir? Browse our Water Kefir Troubleshooting Articles or contact us for assistance.
Ingredients: Organic sugar, Live active cultures
This product contains no GMO ingredients.
Shipping Information: Our water kefir grains are shipped in a dehydrated state in a barrier-sealed packet. The product keeps
- At room temperature (68° to 78°F): 12 to 18 months
- In the refrigerator (40° to 45°F): 18+ months
- In the freezer (0° to 25°F): not recommended
Water Kefir Grains Allergen Information:
Our Water Kefir Grains are a gluten-free product. They are manufactured in a facility that also produces products containing soy and dairy.
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Questions on Water Kefir Starter Kit
- From karl at 7/30/2012 3:55 PM
- How many times can you use these kefir cultures (how many batches can you make)?
- The initial quantity is sufficient to culture 1 to 2 quarts per batch. With care, these water kefir grains can be used over and over again, indefinitely. If they start to reproduce, you can make multiple 1 to 2 quart batches at once, or share the grains with friends.
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- From Seana at 5/20/2012 1:23 PM
- Why are the Trace Mineral Drops included in the Water Kefir Starter Kit? How are they used?
- As of the summer of 2014, the Concentrace drops are no longer a part of the kit. It is optional.
However, kefir grains need minerals. A few drops of ConcenTrace while your kefir is culturing is a great way to ensure the grains have proper minerals, especially if your water source has few minerals and you are using white sugar. If you are using well water and a raw sugar, or spring water, the mineral drops are not necessary.
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- From Kathy Young at 5/3/2012 5:20 PM
- From Starwoman at 4/16/2012 9:10 PM
- From Anita at 3/12/2012 10:03 PM
- If the kefir grains can only culture for max 72 hours, how do I store the grains if I go out of town for longer then the time period mentioned above?
- To store the grains while you are away, make up a solution of sugar water as if you were going to make kefir, then put a lid on the jar and put it in the refrigerator. The grains will hibernate comfortably for 3 weeks until you either give them fresh sugar water for a final 3 week storage period, or put them back to work. Do not store grains for more than 6 weeks total.
Also, do not put the grains on hold for frequent breaks, as this will damage their bacteria and enzymes. They prefer to be working and eating every day.
It's actually risky to let grains go 72 hours, since usually by 48 hours all the sugar has been consumed. This is increasingly so when it is warm, and grains culture much faster. If they go too long with out food (sugar), they will eventually be damaged and can die.
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- If the kefir grains can only culture for max 72 hours, how do I store the grains if I go out of town for longer then the time period mentioned above?
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Customer Reviews
- Awesome product Review by Lisa
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All my kids love the kefir water. They call it soda pop and drink whatever I make within one day. The instructions were easy to follow and I have made several times over and can do it in my sleep. My families favorite flavor is the vanilla. It tastes like cream soda and it is so easy to do.
(Posted on 3/1/2015)
- So Much FUN Review by SandiePink
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I am having SO MUCH FUN with my Water Kefir! I am VEGAN - so was excited to see that there was a 'water' kefir starter kit! and my husband won't even try any of MY foods - but he is having the water kefir with me EVERY night! :-) :-) I love the strainer - and I also later bought 4 of the flip top bottles, which I really like also.
(Posted on 2/24/2015)
- Makes It So Easy! Review by Steph
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We've been enjoying kefir off and on for nearly ten years with grains we've sourced for free locally and through the mail. I finally decided to buy grains and I do not regret it.
Though they do not seem to be multiplying after several weeks, they are otherwise doing quite well and we are very happy with the fizzy finished product after a second fermentation.
Everyone in the family loves to drink the water kefir and my 3- and 7-year olds beg for more!
(Posted on 2/19/2015)
- Really great! Review by Nanette
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We've had a lot of fun with this one. Kids like to invent flavors. We all drink it every day.
(Posted on 2/18/2015)
- Excellent cultures for making water kefir Review by Garden Valley Homestead
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The kefir "grains" arrived quickly by mail, packaged well. I rehydrated them right away and started making water kefir! I've had no problems.
(Posted on 2/16/2015)
- Overall wonderful Kefir! Review by skeletor807
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We made water kefir for the first time two weeks ago and everything turned out great. The directions are very clear on every step that you need to do and are very easy to follow. Our family didn't take very well to milk kefir and I wanted a healthy drink alternative to commercial sodas and fruit drinks. Water kefir fits the bill. It is so easy to make and is easy to flavor. Our family of six goes through about 1.5 gallons a week. The kids love coming up with new flavors and whether it should be spritzy or not. I will definitely buy any fermenting starters or supplies from Cultures for Health in the future.
(Posted on 2/12/2015)
- Wow! Review by Scientist
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I was really reluctant to try making water kefir and wanted to start with a great product so that I would have a chance at succeeding. And I have been very successful!!! Even my husband loves my kefir. We laughingly and lovingly refer to it as my "science project" cause it seems like I'm always whipping up a new batch and trying new flavors!!! Great product! Great company! Great prices! Who could ask for anything more?
(Posted on 2/1/2015)
- Its a starter kit Review by bobber
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My only concern to date is that the grains are not growing and multiplying as fast as the ones I used to have. Other than that, it is what I expected.
(Posted on 12/30/2014)
- Excellent product and quick service. Review by Ted
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I have tried other water kefir products but this is the best I have found. I have recommended this to my friends.
(Posted on 12/9/2014)
- good stuff Review by simplyvowens
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we tried making kombucha but my husband didn't really like it. i bought some grape water kefir ($6 per bottle!!) and he liked it. So, here we are. We just started with water kefir and we are experimenting with different juices and second ferments. That's what makes it so good. Also, To make it a bit fizzy, make sure that your second bottle is as close to full as possible, with a bit of room at the top.
If you notice that it 'upsets your stomach' back off a bit and increase slowly.
(Posted on 12/6/2014)
- Excellent Review by SMyles
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This kit was amazing. It arrived quickly,and, thanks to the clear instructions, I was able to get it up and running quickly. Never having had water kefir before, I was unsure of whether I would, in fact, like it....and I do...Thanks for the ideas of ways to serve it...I've had fun experimenting!! Ordering a kit for my daughter now!!
(Posted on 11/27/2014)
- Waiting to start making water kefir on thanksgiving week. Review by Coro
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I am planning to start rehydrating the grains soon. I hope all goes well.
CFH note ~ Start rehydrating your grains early and enjoy these delicious flavors! http://www.culturesforhealth.com/ten-ways-to-flavor-water-kefir
(Posted on 11/12/2014)
- Great experience! Review by Coro
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I am having fun learning how to make kefir and how to care for the grains. So far my family is enjoying the new kefir recipes and it is so good for you!
(Posted on 11/12/2014)
- Great Review by Charlie
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Wonderful product and quick efficient delivery. We are enjoying it every day. Love to try variations, lemon/lime, grape (juice), lemonade and creme soda. Also love the tutorials available here.
(Posted on 11/11/2014)
- Better than probiotics! Review by Wanda
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I bought these for my daughter who was in need of probiotics. It was gonna cost me 50.00 to get her some pills to do her for one month! She showed me kefir grains and I saw the price. The best thing is you can reuse it and it grows if you want more or want to give it to someone. They shipped well and they work well. I used Turbinado sugar and 2 drops of trace minerals per batch and they have grown since I had them. I am glad I made this purchase.
(Posted on 11/11/2014)
- Great Groovy Grains Review by Dotty
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My Kefir grains are going to town! Took only a day or two to rehydrate and have been making water kefir ever since. I'm alternating between sucanant and organic cane sugar (which I like best), with a second 1-day fermentation flavored with fresh lemon or lime juice. Lots of fizz and a good flavor. Love the strainer (which I use for milk kefir too) and additional instructions included in the kit.
(Posted on 11/7/2014)
- Love this product. Quality grains and clear instructions for the beginner. Review by elizabeth
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This was my first time making kefir water and I am very happy with this product. The instructions were very easy to follow with trouble-shooting information which was so helpful. I have been making kefir water for about a month and a half now and each batch has turned out great. I used the recipes in the booklet as a guide and even my 7 year old loves to drink his kefir each morning! Great way to increase probiotics in our diet naturally while avoiding dairy and expensive supplements.
(Posted on 10/30/2014)
- Fabulous quality! Review by Kimberly
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Received the grains just before a ten day out of town trip. Left them in the fridge for about 12 days before I had time to get them going for activation. They were fluffy and active in just under three days! Always great quality from Cultures for Health.
(Posted on 10/30/2014)
- Excellent Taste! Review by Cathy
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My 1st experience with Water Kefir. I'm hooked. I can't wait to start experimenting with other flavors.
(Posted on 10/23/2014)
- Amazingly Easy and So Good Review by Jen
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I'd never had kefir before but wanted a dairy free option and something a little easier than kombucha as a first step into this world of culturing. I love it! I have tried a few different flavoring options. My favorites so far are vanilla (cream soda) and adding lemon juice to make "kefir lemonade". This was amazingly easy to get the hang of and I can't believe how delicious it is!
(Posted on 10/20/2014)
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An orbital sander is provided having a number of novel features including a high speed permanent magnet DC motor having a relatively flat rpm versus torque curve. The sander includes an AC to DC power supply, a remotely located on/off switch operated by a switch actuator bar extending transversely through the housing enabling the operator to actuate the on/off switch by alternatively pushing opposed ends of the actuator bar. The orbital sander further includes a fan having non-uniformly spaced blades, eliminating the need for a conventional counterweight, and a dust outlet adapted to be alternatively connected to a dust canister or alternate size collector vacuum hoses.
1. An orbital sander comprising:
an elongate tubular housing aligned along the central axis having a first end, a central tubular region in the second end;
a high speed permanent magnet DC motor disposed within the housing central tubular region, the motor having a cylindrical body and a rotary motor shaft generally coaxially aligned with the central axis;
an eccentric drive shaft rotatably driven by the motor shaft about the central axis and having a drive member eccentrically offset from the central axis;
a sanding platen oriented adjacent to the housing second end and orbitally driven by the drive member, the platen having a planar surface perpendicular to the central axis adapted to receive sand paper; and
a bearing interposed between the sanding platen and the eccentric drive shaft drive member freely rotatably connecting the sanding platen and drive member to cause the sanding platen to orbit as the motor rotates.
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[0001] 1. Field of the Invention
[0002] This application relates to orbital tools and in particular, small handheld palm sanders.
[0003] 2. Background Art
[0004] Orbital palm sanders are widely used for a variety of sanding operations from woodworking to auto body repair. Orbital palm sanders come in two general types; random orbit sanders and pad sanders. Random orbit sanders typically have a round sanding platen which supports a sandpaper disc mounted on a central pivot bearing which is rotated about an orbital path. The sanding platen moves in an orbital pad but, is otherwise free to rotate about the bearing. Pad sanders are typically very similar in construction to a palm-type random orbit sander, however, the sanding platen is constrained so that it can orbit, but cannot freely rotate relative to the housing. An example of such a tool is a quarter sheet sander having a generally square sanding platen. A third variant, although not common, is an eccentric sander where the sanding platen orbits at high speed about the motor axis while being slowly rotated by an eccentric gear pair.
[0005] Orbital palm sanders are generally small and compact, and have a motor axis which extends perpendicular to the sanding platen. The output end of the motor is connected to the sanding platen by an eccentrically located drive bearing. In the case of the random orbit sander, the bearing is the sole connection between the platen and the eccentric drive. In the case of the pad sander, a sanding platen will be restrained from rotating by elastomeric elements. In the case of an eccentric sander, the sanding pad rotation relative to the housing will be controlled by an eccentric gear pair.
[0006] Orbital sanders are frequently provided with a dust collection feature. In order to collect dust, the sanding platen will have a series of apertures formed therethrough corresponding to matching apertures in the sandpaper. An internal fan associated with the eccentric drive cooperates with a chamber in the motor housing to extract air and dust through the sanding platen and discharge the air dust through an outlet port connected to a dust canister or a remote collector vacuum. The eccentric drive and fan assembly is frequently made of die cast zinc and commonly includes a cast counterweight sized to balance the eccentric drive fan and sanding platen sub assembly relative to the motor axis. The eccentric drive fan counterweight assemblies are typically individually balance tested and machined in order to compensate for part to part manufacturing variability, particularly in higher price palm sanders where a smooth balance is desired.
[0007] The orbital sander embodiment of the present invention contains a number of novel features. The preferred sander embodiment is driven by a high speed permanent magnet DC motor which has a relatively flat RPM versus torque curve. As a result, the motor decreases in speed relatively little from the no load speed in contrast to universal motors employed in the prior art. The preferred embodiment drops in speed less than 25% when the load is increased from the no load speed to the maximum continuous operating rated load.
[0008] Additionally, the preferred embodiment of the invention utilizes a novel eccentric drive and fan member where the fan is provided by an annular disc extending normal to the motor axis having a series of integrally formed blades circumaxially spaced about the disc in a non-uniform manner. The relative concentration of fan blades in one region of the discs and the sparse spacing of fan blades in a diametrically opposite region results in an imbalance which is used to counter-balance the eccentrically offset sanding platen which is pivotally attached thereto without using a conventional balance weight.
[0009] The preferred embodiment further has a unique on/off switch and switch actuator. The on/off switch is located internal to the housing and a switch actuator bar extends transversely through the housing, lying in a plane perpendicular to the motor axis. The switch actuator bar has two opposed ends. At least one end extends from the housing at all times, enabling the operator to switch between the on and off position by pushing on the opposed ends of the actuator bar located transversely on opposite sides of the housing per portion.
[0010] The orbital sander further has a novel dust collection outlet port which facilitates the use of a dust collection cannister or two alternative sized dust collection vacuums.
[0011] The above novel features, as well as other advantages and characteristics of the present invention will be readily appreciated by one of ordinary skill of the art from the reviewing the following detailed description of the best mode for carrying out the invention when taken in connection with the accompanying drawings.
[0012]FIG. 1 is a side elevational view of an orbital tool, namely, a random orbit palm sander made in accordance with the present invention;
[0013]FIG. 2 is a top plan view of the sander of FIG. 1;
[0014]FIG. 3 is a cutaway side elevational view of the embodiment in FIG. 1;
[0015]FIG. 4 is a view taken along 4-4 of FIG. 3 illustrating the configuration of the fan blades;
[0016]FIG. 5 is a plot of the RPM torque curve of the permanent magnet DC motor used in the disclosed orbital sander when compared to a conventional universal motor used in a prior art palm sander;
[0017]FIG. 6 is an exploded view of a dust collection cannister and the dust collector outlet;
[0018]FIG. 7 is a cross-sectional side elevation view of the assembled dust collection cannister and dust collection outlet of the present invention;
[0019]FIG. 8 is a cross-sectional side elevational view of the dust collector outlet attached to a small diameter collector vacuum tube; and
[0020]FIG. 9 is a cross-sectional view of the dust collector outlet attached to a large diameter dust collector vacuum tube.
[0021] Random orbit palm sander 10 shown in FIGS. 1 through 4 illustrates a preferred embodiment of the invention. The random orbit palm sander 10 is made up of an elongate tubular housing assembly 12 which is aligned along a generally vertical central axis 14. The housing has an upper first end 16, a central tubular region 18 and a open lower second end 20. Oriented within housing assembly 12 and generally aligned with central axis 14 is a high speed permanent magnet DC motor 22. The motor has a generally cylindrical body sized to fit within the housing tubular portion 12 and a rotary motor output shaft 24. Motor output shaft 24 is affixed to eccentric drive hub 26 which has an output member 28 which is eccentrically offset from the motor central axis. A sanding platen 30 is oriented adjacent to housing second end 20. This sanding platen 30 has a planar surface 32 which is perpendicular to central axis 14 and is adapted to receive sandpaper. Interposed between the eccentric drive hub 26, drive member 28 and the sanding platen 30 is the bearing 34. Bearing 34 can be any one of a number of conventional design. In the embodiment illustrated, the bearing has an outer race which presses into drive member 28 and an inter race which cooperates with a fastening bolt for removably mounting the sanding platen. Preferably, bearing 34 in a sealed high speed roller or ball bearing assembly.
[0022] Preferably, the eccentric drive hub 26 further includes a fan 36 for cooling the motor and for collecting dust. Fan 36 has a disc portion 38 and a plurality of lower fan blades 40 and upper fan blades 42. Rotation of the motor output shaft 24 causes fan 36 to rotate about central axis 14. The fan moves air radially outward from a region adjacent the motor axis to a zone outboard of the fan periphery. The fan additionally causes the air to swirl in a counter-clockwise direction (when viewed from the bottom in FIG. 4) within the fan cavity 46 which is formed in the second end 20 of housing assembly 12. Lower fan blades 40 cause air to be drawn through ports 50 formed in sanding platen 30 in order to collect dust formed by the sanding process. Additionally, fan 40 tends to draw air through the annular opening formed between the sanding platen outer periphery and housing 20. However, this flow path is obstructed by annular seal/brake 52 which serves to restrict the flow path and provide a friction brake limiting the free spinning velocity of the sanding pad when the motor is energized without the sanding platen engaging a work piece.
[0023] The upper fan blades 42 on the upper surface of disc 38 serve to draw air generally axially through the central tubular region 18 of housing 12 in order to cool the motor. Air inlet ports are located in the outer periphery of the housing first end 16 allowing air to enter the housing, flow around the motor and exit the housing fan cavity 44 via discharge port 46.
[0024] Preferably, as illustrated in FIG. 4, the fan blades are of a radial tip configuration, the outermost radial tip of each blade is generally aligned along a radial axis of the motor. The fan blades curve inwardly and are generally cupped in the direction of rotation as shown in FIG. 4. Other fan blade shapes can be utilized, such as a backward incline, backward curve, an airfoil forward curve, or a radial blade. The radial tip fan blade configuration is selected as the best compromise in the present application considering efficiency, noise and performance characteristics. The lower fan blades 40 are generally identical in configuration and the upper fan blades 42. The upper fan blades being slightly shorter than the lower fan blades as less flow is required through the motor housing than is required for dust collection purposes.
[0025] The entire fan 36 which is made up of upper fan blades 44, lower fan blades 40 and disc 38 is formed with the eccentric drive hub 26 as an integral die cast unit. Preferably, the eccentric drive shaft fan unit is die cast zinc and most preferably formed ZMAK5�. The die cast fan is machined to receive the motor shaft 24 and bearing 34. The fan portion of the eccentric drive shaft unit is preferably not machined and is used as cast. In the present embodiment, no counterweight is used on the eccentric drive shaft hub fan unit; rather, the fan blades are non-uniformly distributed about the fan concentrating the fan blades more closely spaced on one side than the diametrically opposite region. The weight caused by the increased concentration of fan blades creates a rotary imbalance which is designed to exactly offset the rotary imbalance caused by the offset location of the attached sanding platen 30. Since all of these sections of the cast fan are thin, porosity is not a problem. Therefore, the weight of the as-cast fan is very predictable eliminating the need for individual balancing of the fan resulting from weight variations caused by the porosity commonly occurring in the thick cross-section counterweight of the prior art.
[0026] The use of a high-speed permanent magnet DC motor in the present application as opposed to the traditional universal motors common in the prior art palm sanders results in a unique speed versus torque characteristic. A plot of RPM versus torque for the present motor is shown at line 54 in FIG. 5. Line 56 represents the RPM versus torque curve for a traditional universal motor used in a random orbit palm sander. Point 58 represents the speed and load for DC motor 22 at maximum continuous operation rated load. A RPM of 12,540 at a torque of 13.2 inch ounces resulting in a current draw of approximately 2.4 amps providing approximately 1.6 horsepower. The prior art universal motor has a maximum continuous operation rated load designated by point 60 on curve 56 which corresponds to a motor speed of 5,870 and a torque of approximately 22 inch ounces, a current of 2.4 amps and horsepower of approximately 1.3.
[0027] The drop in motor speed from the no-load free-speed to the speed rated load is depicted by the X on data curve 54 representing a drop in speed of a little over 8%. The universal motor of the prior art shown on data curve 56 has a substantially greater drop in speed, X′, representing a drop in speed of slightly over 50%. In use, the sander of the present invention will perform significantly different than the prior art sander having a universal motor. The speed of the sander will remain relatively constant as the load and the resulting torque on the motor shaft is varied during usage. Previously, the speed of a random orbit sander in use varies dramatically as a function of load giving the user the perception the tool was underpowered. The DC motor used to implement the present invention should be sized so that motor speed will not drop more than 25% from free-speed to maximum continuous rated load. Preferably, the motor speed will not drop more than 15% and most preferably not more than 10% when the motor's load is increased from the unloaded state to the fully loaded state. Ideally, the motor speed will never drop more than 10% when the load is increased from 50% to 100% of the maximum continuous rated load.
[0028] Ideally, the DC motor will be selected for implementing the present invention where the maximum continuous operation rated load occurs at a speed in excess of 10,000 rpm and most preferably at a speed in excess of 11,000 rpm. Preferably, the motor will have a speed in excess of 8,000 rpm when the motor is loaded at a torque of 20 inch ounces, a speed in excess of 10,000 rpm when the motor is loaded at 15 inch ounces, and a speed in excess of 12,000 rpm when the motor is loaded at a torque of 10 inch ounces. Ideally, the motor will have a horsepower rating at maximum continuous rated load in the 0.1 to 0.2 horsepower range. Motor 22 and has a shell of magnetic material for supporting permanent magnets which may further include bearing supports at axial ends of the motor. Ideally, the motor brushes 54 will be accessible when the housing end cap 56 is removed from the tubular body central portion 18.
[0029] In the embodiment of the invention illustrated, the sanding platen 30 is free to rotate about bearing 34 with rotation constrained only by the seal/brake 52. In the case of a pad sander, elastic elements 58, shown in phantom outline, extend between housing second end 20 and the sanding platen 30 in order to prohibit free relative rotation and allow the sanding platen to orbit eccentrically. Alternatively, a pair of eccentric gears respectively mounted on the housing and the sanding platen can serve as a retainer to limit free rotation of the sanding platen.
[0030] The orbital sander 10 further includes a power supply 60 oriented in the housing first end 12. Power supply 60 has an AC input, i.e., a typical power cord (110 volt or 220 volt depending on the country), a DC rectifier circuit and a DC output supplying power to the motor. A on/off switch 62 is preferably mounted on the power supply board safely within the housing where it is not exposed to dirt and physical abuse. In the preferred embodiment illustrated, a switch actuation bar 64 is provided which extends transversely through the housing and is shiftable along the axis lying in a plane perpendicular to the motor axis 14. The switch actuation bar 64 has opposed ends 66 and 68, at least one of the ends always projects outward of the housing so as to be accessible to the operator. The switch actuation bar is pushed in one direction to turn the motor on and in the opposite direction to turn the motor off. This push/push design is simple for the operator to understand and provides a visual indication of whether the sander is in the on or off state, even when the sander is not plugged in. It is likewise easy to seal the switch actuation bar relative to the housing in order to prevent dirt and dust from reaching the on/off switch 62. The switch actuator bar is provided with a cam surface which cooperates with the switch bottom as illustrated in phantom outline in FIG. 2 to operate the switch.
[0031] The orbital sander of the present invention is further provided with a novel dust collection system. In the dust collection system, dust is drawn into the fan chamber 44 through dust collection ports 50 by a rotating fan 36. The dustladen air exits fan chamber 44 through discharge outlet 46. The discharge outlet can be alternatively connected to a dust collection canister 66, shown in FIGS. 6 and 7 or to a collector vacuum . Dust collection canister 66 has a tubular portion 68 adapted to removably attach to discharge outlet 46. Tubular portion 68 has fixed to it a supporting frame 70 for maintaining dust collection bag 72 in the inflated state. Dust collection bag 72 has an elastic mouth which snaps over a corresponding rib on tubular section 68 to hold the bag securely in place when assembled as shown in FIG. 7. Dust collection canister 66 allows air to escape through bag 72, trapping dust and debris within the bag as illustrated. The illustrated canister works quite well and is simple to empty and clean. Ideally, the support frame 70 is formed without any sharp edges which will puncture the bag 72 and extend its periods of use.
[0032] Ideally, the preferred embodiment of the canister is made using a plastic tube and frame and associated fabric bag. Of course, other structures, such as a porous foam box, or a plastic screen with integrally molded support frame, can alternatively be used.
[0033] Discharge outlet 46 is made up of a relatively small diameter outlet tube portion 74 about which is oriented a relatively larger diameter collar 76. The collar 76 is affixed to outlet tube 74 by an end wall 78, as illustrated in FIG. 7. Outlet tube 74 extends beyond end wall 78 a significant distance to trap dust and debris within the canister and to prevent backflow when the motor is turned off. Once the canister is full of sawdust, the canister can be removed from the dust outlet 46 and simply emptied and reattached.
[0034] When the orbital sander is used in conjunction with a collector vacuum, a small diameter collector vacuum outlet tube can be telescopically connected directly to small diameter outlet 74, as illustrated in FIG. 8. When a large diameter collector vacuum outlet tube is utilized, the outlet tube is telescopically connected directly to collar 76, as illustrated in FIG. 9. Small diameter outlet tube and collar 74 and 76 can be sized for vacuum tubes traditionally available in the country in which the sander is marketed. Typically, the small diameter outlet tube will be 1 to 1� inches in diameter, while the collar will have a diameter of 2 to 2� inches.
[0035] While embodiments of the invention have been illustrated and described, it is not intended that these embodiments illustrate and describe all possible forms of the invention. Rather, the words used in the specification are words of description rather than limitation, and it is understood that various changes may be made without departing from the spirit and scope of the invention.
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Updated: March 18, 2008, 7:13 PM ETBy Mechelle Voepel | Special to ESPN.com
It seems Candace Parker typically has only "now" and "the next thing" on her mind. A game ends, and she dissects her performance with an air of distraction. Because what's already over is never going to get her full attention. What she has to do at the moment and what's coming up are what matter to her.But it's instructive for us to look back a little in order to gauge what we could see from Parker and defending national champion Tennessee in the Big Dance.
This is Parker's last NCAA tournament. It's her fourth year in college, and though she has a season of eligibility left, she isn't going to take it. Because of a redshirt injury year in 2004-05, she'll finish with three seasons of play, a slew of individual awards and, she hopes, two national championships. To win that second one, though, Parker knows she needs some help. She got it last year throughout the course of the NCAA tournament, especially during the Final Four in Cleveland. What kind of help are we talking about? Her teammates just have to concentrate on doing what they do best. Let's flash back to Cleveland last year and look at how Tennessee won. In the semifinal, Tennessee beat North Carolina, 56-50. In the final, it was 59-46 over Rutgers. Very different opponents, but quite similar scores. Carolina always wants to outscore foes, Rutgers wants to out-defend them. Neither could do what they wanted against Tennessee. It started with a very confident coaching staff. Sure, Pat Summitt was burning to get title No. 7, especially considering she had not won one since 1998. At the same time, what Summitt did best last year was keep the mood of the team right where it was supposed to be. In the moments her players needed a kick in the shorts -- such as when they trailed Carolina deep into the second half -- she yelled at them that they were not leaving Cleveland without a national championship. When they needed to feel fully prepared and in control -- such as before the title game -- she seemed calm and relaxed, saying she already had six titles. This one was for them. All they had to do was follow the game plan. The task of limiting Carolina to 50 points was pretty intense, even for a group of players used to trying to please Summitt during grueling defensive drills in practice. But Tennessee was able to do that. Against Rutgers, it was imperative to not let the Scarlet Knights ever feel they had their defensive clamps fully tightened, and for the Lady Vols to keep finding enough leaks and exploiting them. Tennessee's Nicky Anosike and Alexis Hornbuckle, now seniors, both played very big roles in the Final Four last season. Anosike can disappear at times, but she was fully present in Cleveland. In the semis, she had 14 points and seven rebounds. And of course in the final, her statement on the boards -- 16 of them -- said everything. Hornbuckle is one of the better rebounding guards in the nation, plus she has a knack for keeping possessions alive even if she just tips the ball instead of actually getting the rebound. She's very active and athletic, with that hard-to-explain nose for the basketball and ability to be in the right place at the right time. Hornbuckle had eight rebounds against Carolina -- a program that annually is a rebounding monster -- and seven against Rutgers. Hornbuckle also has much more of the happy-go-lucky, let's-enjoy-the-ride personality than a lot of players do. She can bring bursts of positive energy, fun and competitiveness to games that are contagious not just to her teammates but the Tennessee fans as well. Shannon Bobbitt and Alberta Auguste had 13 and 10 points, respectively, in the title game last year. Both have to take advantage of the opportunities they have throughout this tournament. While Tennessee's run to the title last year is important to review in terms of what this team has to do to repeat, let's also look at the main thing that's different this season: Sidney Spencer is gone, and she was a steadying influence and reliable perimeter scorer. Tennessee doesn't have another senior just like her to fill that role this season. Instead, a rookie like Angie Bjorklund has to try to do that. There is not a sense of invulnerability about Tennessee this season, but there really wasn't last year, either. So that isn't necessarily needed. But each player filling in her role while Parker does the star turn -- that is what's necessary. Parker is as reliable as it gets: She will get her points and rebounds by game's end. She might have some quiet stretches where she's figuring out the holes in the defense. She might seem like she's not taking as much control as she should at times. She might seem frustrated for stretches. Yet it always seems to come down to her solving whatever problems she faces. And when games are on the line, she makes sure the ball is in her hands. Tennessee has made it to at least the Sweet 16 in every NCAA tournament, and the odds are overwhelmingly in favor of that happening again. If seeds hold, Tennessee would have to beat two Big 12 teams -- Oklahoma and Texas A&M -- in the regional in Oklahoma City. And if the conclusion in Tampa is Tennessee meeting UConn, then both teams would be facing an absolute media/fan circus. And we know that one coach in that rivalry loves circuses, and the other really doesn't. Tennessee obviously won't look this far ahead -- nor will it look back -- in preparing for this tournament. Instead it will look hard at each task at hand, knowing that every step is one closer to another title -- and the end of Parker's collegiate career. Mechelle Voepel of The Kansas City Star is a regular contributor to ESPN.com. She can be reached at email@example.com.
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Elite Eight• Dish: Tampa, here we come!
• Hays: Gutsy win gets UConn seniors to Final Four
• Voepel: Tough Tennessee wills itself to Tampa
• Dish: Losses by Maryland, UNC leave ACC empty
• Voepel: LSU the toast of New Orleans
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• Voepel: Elite Eight loss toughest on the seniors
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• Voepel: UNC overcomes slow start for comeback
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• Voepel: Black back, driving force for Blue Devils
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• Voepel: Unusual suspects step up for UConn
• Hays: Not always pretty, but OU finds way to win
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• Voepel: New tournament, same favorites
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- " This hostel has great value for the Low cost, and the staff is very helpful! I lost my keys, and they are mailing them back for me :D Also check in was easy and simple, and they living room area is a nice place to relax after all day walking. Definately recoment and would stay there again. "
- 24 Mar 2015 Lillian USA
- " It's really well located, but the rooms are so small, which makes difficult to sleep. In addition, there are few showers (only two per over 50 people) and in bad conditions. "
- 25 Jan 2015 Anonymous Spain
- " It was good place where to stay if you are backpacker and do not expect high service level. In my oppinion it is great place for travelers who love adventure. I am happy about my staying in this place. "
- 20 Jan 2015 Linda Latvia
- " It´s kinda hard to find it on the street but otherwise it´s at a great location not to far from a tube station and city center. Great value for the little money we paid. Breakfast is just cereal, jam, milk and toast but all you can eat. "
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- " I mainly stayed here because it looked a good location, close to the city centre. Although the Big Ben and so on is within walking distance, the area around the hostel is kind of boring without much going on. The rooms are also really crowded and it is a little annoying that you are not allowed to keep food in the rooms and that you have to pay extra to get a locker and so on. The common room is nice, but you don't really get the typical hostel atmosphere where people talk and have fun. "
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- 30 Nov 2014 Elisa Italy
- " A good hostel which facilities go in line with the money paid for it, good location, but in fact i won't choose it for my next trip because it left indefinite emotions. It is close to the city center but at the same time I'm sure that there are another hostels closer for the same money. I also want to notice that there is really early check-out time which is not reasonable because no cleaning began at the same time so I think it could be later. "
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My bamboo are under attack!
I was under the impression that my bamboo would be able to live peacefully in our yard, and all the animals would leave them alone. However this has not been the case this year.
Exhibit 1 (Ph. Nuda):
This is a picture the first day it was planted, I don't know exactly how it grew such a large clum and got so deformed, I think it sprouted during shipping (which took a week).
Two days later:
Exhibit 2:
Picture of the same plant, which luckily was putting up another, non deformed shoot this year:
A week later I find this:
Exhibit 3 (Ph. Atrov):
Happily sending up new clums, minding their own business:
And then just today, I find them all bent out of shape (it was worse before I took the picture):
However the suspect did leave a clue behind, the legs, and one wing of a small bird: http://www.flickr.com/photos/34059148@N05/3585859205/
Now I do have a bunch of suspects. The Nuda for example, the previous day I got into a heated staring match with the ballsiest deer I have ever encountered. He see's me, comes towards me, stops about 20 feet away (right next to my bamboo) and stamps his left front leg on the ground repeatedly. I did the same, but he just stood there. I then chucked a large rock in his direction, he dodged it, but eventually retreated back to the woods. It was the next day the top of my bamboo was chewed off. He didn't even eat it, just ripped it off, and left it there. Suspect #2 in the Nuda case is rabbits. I always see them loitering around my Nuda, just sitting there, wiggling their noses. I wouldn't be surprised if the were working for the deer...
In the case of the Atrov and the bird murder, I immediately questioned my cat, who has been charged with similar crimes before:
He wouldn't talk, and eventually the judge threw out the case. At least he only bent my clums (as far as I can tell), however the Nuda was not so lucky.
Am I really going to have to cage off my plants if I want anything to make it past spring? Or will they leave them alone once they get bigger? If my nuda gets any worse, I will be forced to put a bear trap around any new clums!
a 4ft tall wire put around the plants with a few stakes to hold up the wire will take care of your visiters , just leave it up long enough to let the plants grow.. , i would stay clear of that deer though, by stomping your feet , your very lucky that the deer didnt charge at you and try to attack.. if i were to do something like that , i would wave my arms up and down and yell very loud.........
Funny the way you told the story, sad about your boo.
RE: Exhibit 3 (Ph. Atrov), this happens to my Yellow Groove and believe it is poor soil conditions.
I also fence-in my boo once I see the first shoot, and then take the fence down after all new shoots are 5' or more. Rabbits love my bamboo.
Most of my gardens are still young so wonder the same, if rabbits would leave shoots from a more mature plant alone. I doubt it though.


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Seven-time world champion Michael Schumacher left a Swiss hospital to continue his recovery at home, his manager said on Tuesday.
A man suspected of leaking Michael Schumacher`s medical files was found hanged in his police cell on Wednesday, Zurich`s cantonal prosecutor said in a statement.
Michael Schumacher has beaten the odds once again. The Formula One great is out of coma and has left the French hospital where he was undergoing treatment since a skiing accident last December.
From a young driver with a delinquent temperament to the all-conquering "Red Baron" of Formula One, Michael Schumacher was for many a year the undisputed king of the circuit.
Former Formula 1 world champion Michael Schumacher`s family has thanked his fans for their get well wishes on the F1 legend`s website.
French investigators have ruled out any third party involvement in the ski accident of former Formula One world champion Michael Schumacher and have closed the case, the local prosecutor said on Monday.
Grenoble University Hospital - the French hospital treating Formula One legend Michael Schumacher has denied rumours that the 45-year-old has died. Speculations were rife on the social media networks, including micro-blogging site Twitter that the German had passed away.
French doctors have started trying to bring Formula One legend Michael Schumacher out of the induced coma he was placed in after a near-fatal ski accident in December.
Four-time Formula One world champion Sebastian Vettel has said he is still coming to terms with the serious injuries suffered by compatriot Michael Schumacher in a skiing accident last month.
Formula One legend Michael Schumacher remains in a stable condition after his December 29 skiing accident, his spokeswoman said today, after a wave of speculative reports that he may never recover.
An alleged witness to Formula One legend Michael Schumacher`s skiing accident has reportedly claimed that the seven-time world champion was skiing at a moderate pace at the moment of the accident which has left him in coma.
Formula One legend Michael Schumacher has turned 45 on Friday while lying comatose in a French hospital after suffering critical head injuries in a ski accident.
The family of injured Formula 1 driver Michael Schumacher has thanked fans for their "great support".
Formula One legend Michael Schumacher remained "stable" but was still in a critical condition on Thursday after four nights in hospital battling severe brain injuries following a skiing accident in France.
Formula One legend Michael Schumacher remained in an induced coma on Wednesday after spending a third night in hospital with severe brain injuries sustained during a skiing accident in the French Alps.
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All I know is LoL does NOT need a gay couple..... That would just be weird
All that I know is that the league does not need a gay couple... That would just be weird...
Xin Zhao + Irelia. Both of them are passionate about their country and have had no other choice but to fight.
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Annie + Amumu + Tibbers love triangle. That is all.
Kayle + Jarvan + Morgana love triangle. The two sisters fighting over one man.
Leona + Pantheon. Because we all knew it was coming. Childhood friendship? I think more.
Tristana + Miss Fortune. Scariest babies evar.
Fiddlesticks + Yorick. Sexiest couple I've ever seen.
Vladimir + Lux. Secret love affair.
Phreak and Moneypenny <3
I mean, it's inevitable.
Every female character, hooking up with Garen, he's just that awesome. Don't matter if you're married,vampire, angel, bushwacker, ninja, pirate etc.
Jarvan can't date Lux, it would break the bro-code, we all know this. Plus, Xin is in his 60s, while Lux is in her late 20s.
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Just gonna put in my two cents here, hate on me if you wish, but Kennen/Poppy.
C'mon you gotta admit it's a cute idea. Poppy's super serious outlook alongside Kennen's extremely energetic and impulsive personality would make them great for potraying an "opposites attract syndrome" relationship between the two.
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A group of art patrons who felt the great Art Institute was unresponsive to modern work founded the MCA in 1967, and it has remained a renegade art museum ever since. It doesn't have any permanent exhibits; this gives it a feeling of freshness, but it also makes it impossible to predict what will be on display at any time. Special exhibits are devoted mostly to original shows you can't see anywhere else.
The MCA building looks like a home for
modern art —it's made of square metal plates with round bolts in each corner. These dramatic quarters were designed by Berlin architect Josef Paul Kleihues.
The 7,000-piece collection, still growing, includes work by René Magritte, Alexander Calder, Bruce Nauman, Sol LeWitt, Franz Kline, and June Leaf. This makes up about half the museum; the other half is dedicated to temporary exhibitions.
The museum showcases work in all mediums, including paintings, sculpture, works on paper, photography, video, film, and installations.
Guided "Exhibition Focus" tours, dedicated to short-run exhibits, happen daily. Highlights Tours, which provide a balanced sweep of the entire museum, are offered on weekends.
The MCA Store carries well-designed jewelry and quirky items for the home, from a porcelain eggshell from which a flower sprouts to goggles to be worn while chopping onions.
Run by Wolfgang Puck, Puck's Café at the MCA has a tasty menu that makes it a good spot for lunch.
Try to catch one of the cutting-edge music and theater performances; one year, for example, the entire front of the museum was turned into a puppet theater.
In summer come for Tuesdays on the Terrace and be serenaded by local jazz bands. There's a cash bar evenings from 5:30 to 8 and a full menu at the café.
On the first Friday evening of every month the museum hosts a party ($18) with live music and hors d'oeuvres from 6 to 10.
A farmers' market sets up shop on Tuesday from mid-June through October. Pick up fresh snacks and enjoy a picnic in the museum's backyard sculpture garden (admission free).
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Very enjoyable stay, Liane and Rob were lovely hosts,very interesting to talk to. The apartment is big and our room was a lot bigger than the photos show. They are lovely hosts and I would recommend this lovely apartment to everyone. Could not fault. Thank you liane and rob. Marg and Phil
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Would stay there again if I were to go back to Hamburg.
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Liane and Alex -- exceptional guests -- super positive individuals who have the proverbial "world-by-the-tail"! Their stay with us was brief, however, they made it important to chat with us and other guests, they took time to enjoy Dannie's breakfast with guests (while I was riding bike), Liane played Dannie's piano (as invited in our listing) and kept us informed of their plans. Please know that we highly recommend that you accept their reservation request quickly, or you will lose the opportunity to host a fantastic happy-go-lucky couple!
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Liane and her boyfriend arrived at 20 Clifton House after they had to cancel last minute another booking. Was great that we could coordinate so easily and offer them a better place to stay. Liane is lovely, very smiley and sweet. They were super chill and easy going. Will receive them back any time. Great to meet, Liane!
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Liane and her boyfriend kept my flat in pristine condition and were both superfriendly and easy to communicate with. I hope they will have a lot of good stays in the future. I highly recommend them both.
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Park Plaza Resort - Park City
Situated in Park City within easy reach of skiing and winter activities, Park Plaza Resort is close to George S. and Dolores Dorb Eccles Center For The Performing Arts, Park City Mountain Resort, and Historic Main Street Park City. Also nearby are Olympic Welcome Plaza and Park City Golf Club.
Property Features.
After a day on the snow, enjoy a relaxing soak in the spa tub and an invigorating swim in the indoor swimming pool. Getting to the slopes is a breeze with this mountain condominium resort's complimentary ski shuttle. Park Plaza Resort helps provide the perfect winter holiday with ski storage and ski passes.
Complimentary wireless Internet access is available in public areas. Complimentary self parking is available onsite for guests.
The 63 air-conditioned guestrooms at Park Plaza Resort include coffee/tea makers and bathrobes. Beds have pillowtop mattresses. Guests can use the in-room complimentary wireless high-speed Internet access. Televisions are equipped with cable channels and DVD players. Bathrooms offer shower/tub combinations, hair dryers, and complimentary toiletries. All units feature microwaves and refrigerators. Additional amenities include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains.
Very nice, quiet hotel.
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- Pet Friendly Mini Suite
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Hotel size
- This hotel has 63 rooms
- This hotel is arranged over 3 floors
- Check-in time starts at 4 PM
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Extra people
- Rollaway beds available, charges may apply*
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- Free self parking
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- In-room childcare (surcharge)
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- Conference space size (feet) - 450
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Lawyers: $7,999,999.
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The original discussion was in a Google Doc but has since moved to a wiki.
Info: Previous post explaining the proof more clearly
Paper (not wort reading for most of us)
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- 10Gbps Networking
- 52 servers x 8 cores each = 416 CPUs
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- ext4 filesystem on each, presumably with hardware raid
I think this is cool, but.... how fast is it in a more practical situation?
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50940 is unresponsive.
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Finn and Norman filmed and photographed live animals in the act of trapping their air bubbles, solving a mystery that has been debated for millennia.
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" to a mere 1.1 kWh per day, while doing nothing.."
- sorry, I am actually a Tesla fan (or would be, given the chance..) - but 1100w (per day) for doing sweet fuck all, presented as progress?
it's stuff like this that makes me say, thanks, call me when you have the finished article.
1.1kWh is equivalent to having a ~40W light bulb on. If you have a couple of circuits powered on, given it is a fully electric car with all kinds of gizmos built into it, this discharge rate is actually quite nominal.
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Can it be refueled from empty to full in 2 minutes like a gasoline engine? What is the battery lifespan? How much will they cost to be replaced?
Planning ahead is something thats needed no matter what you drive. No one embarks on a 300 mile roadtrip with the gas gauge blinking red. This one will have the "large LCD display" reminding you to recharge. The battery lifespan is usually in the excess of 100,000 miles, with typical NiMH batteries giving between 130,000-150,000 mile range. At this point, the batteries are expensive, but if you consider the amount of saving in fuel costs, oil changes, all sorts of filters and pumps, etc. over the course of 130k miles - you'd have saved up enough for a battery pack. Another interesting thing is that the cost of fossil based fuels is on the rise, whereas batteries are becoming less expensive over years.
The moral of the story is, if you can afford to spare $50K for starters, you can save quite a bit eventually.
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+ - Plastic Memory Device Based On Electron Spins->
A memory unit that is lighter and draws lower power levels would be a good replacement for conventional semiconductors. However, since the spins are controlled by application of magnetic fields, this technology would be susceptible to strong magnetic fields just like the magnetic tape memories. The article also mentions that the heat generated is significantly low, so it could be made to operate at higher frequencies, if technology permits, without the risk of overheating."
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