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Need constitutional amendment to solidify our community rights
To The Daily Sun,
Imagine a world where the decisions that affect a community are made by the residents of that community. A place where true democracy exists and the people can vote up or down on an issue that affects their health, safety, property and the environment of their community. It's hard to imagine such a world since any American alive today has never experienced such a thing. Decisions have always been made in this country from the top down, while the people who live in those communities are at the bottom of the decision-making totem pole.
It has a lot to do with innate human hierarchical thinking, which means we, like most other living creatures, naturally defer to a higher authority, even if we complain and occasionally lash out at that oppression. That's why we repeatedly vote to elect politicians. We expect our elected officials to know best and do the moral and ethical things that will protect us and our environment even though we're disappointed over and over again.
There is also the "Normalcy Bias", which is a fantasy world we live in which says the way things are today will be the way they will always be. In other words, why fight city hall — this is the way it works.
This is why unpopular projects such as fracking, gas pipelines, Northern Pass, and inefficient wind turbine ventures get approved and imposed upon unwilling communities. It's because the people simply don't fight back in a productive manner. We fight each project as a single issue and we end up settling for mitigation of damage to the people and the environment. Outright victory is rare, and this leaves us frustrated and disillusioned. The only way for people to take back control of this country is to fight for a systemic change to the process.
Voters in several communities across New Hampshire have decided to fight for this systemic change. In 2006 Barnstead became the very first municipality in the nation to prohibit corporations from privatizing its water. Through an overwhelming Town Meeting vote, they adopted an ordinance banning corporations from massive water extraction projects. This ordinance, known as The Barnstead Water Rights & Local Self-Government Ordinance, is based on constitutional rights, not regulatory law. Why did they do this? Because they saw their neighbors in Nottingham trying to fight a permit the state Department of "Environmental Services" issued to USA Springs, allowing them to extract up to 300,000 gallons of water per day from a local aquifer to bottle and sell. Being a rural farming community, they understood immediately the threat on their lives and the impact that could have. In 2008 Nottingham passed its own Community Bill of Rights Ordinance and has since won their battle against USA Springs. (The permit expired and the company filed for bankruptcy.)
Folks further north in Sugar Hill, Easton and Plymouth have passed similar ordinances that puts their constitutional rights above the "alleged rights" of Eversource (formerly PSNH) and Hydro-Quebec to use them as a resource colony so they can profit from the Northern Pass project. Four towns in the Mt. Cardigan/Newfound Lake region have also adopted ordinances providing a "Right to a Sustainable Energy Future and Community Self-Government" to protect the pristine ridgelines and waters from the subterfuge that is industrial wind projects.
Today the New Hampshire Community Rights Network is looking for sponsors to introduce a bill for a constitutional amendment that would solidify those communities' right to protect their health, safety and welfare. There will soon be a letter addressed to your town select board asking them to place a resolution on the next warrant in support of this amendment as well. We encourage everyone to support this resolution.
Albert Einstein once defined insanity as doing the same thing over and over again and expecting different results. To learn how to make real change, go to nhcommunityrights.org.
Cindy Kudlik
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When SpokeUp.com launched a few weeks ago, I was a bit confused. Where's the social voting? Where's the splashy Web 2.0 design?
I gave it another chance and I'm glad I did, because SpokeUp.com is a smarter kind of social network. Instead of just voting, you actually have to comment, bookmark articles, blog, or post a short blurb to the site's wire in order to participate.
SpokeUp.com is technically a niche network. It's geared primarily towards politics, government and the economy. But I've posted tech and search news and still found interest. The idea is in the name: to speak up about the things that are on your mind that need to be addressed. There's all sorts of people from all types of persuasions. So far, the discourse is cordial and hopefully it will remain that way.
The best thing about it is that you can't game the system like Digg. Adding friends won't gain you any points, votes or power. The system is simple. Once you're logged in, if you head to the "Activity" tab you'll see what's been posted in chronological order, simple as that.
SpokeUp.com reminds us that the web, yes even the social web, can be smart. It's not about design and it's not about trend. It's truly about conversation and community.
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City to SunCal: New Point plan must be Measure A compliant
Updated 11:31 a.m. Sunday, February 7
City officials have notified SunCal that the developer is in default of its exclusive agreement to negotiate a development deal at Alameda Point because the plan they submitted doesn't comply with Measure A.
The developer has 30 days from Friday to fix the problem. If they don't, the city can terminate its negotiating agreement with SunCal and seek a new developer for the Point.
In a letter sent Thursday to SunCal's Pat Keliher, Interim City Manager Ann Marie Gallant said the developer ran afoul of the agreement because the development plan it turned in to the city isn't Measure A compliant. Gallant said the developer has no other choice but to submit a Measure A-compliant plan – and that they can't go back to the voters to seek another Measure A exemption.
"To the extent SunCal seeks yet another election on a non-Measure A compliant project, such further election is simply not permitted under the terms of the (agreement)," Gallant wrote.
A cover letter submitted with SunCal's plan contemplated the use of the city's recently passed "density bonus" ordinance – which allows developers to build more on their land than they would normally be allowed if they build affordable housing and child care centers – to construct its 4,841-unit plan. But Gallant wrote that the developer's plan isn't eligible for the density bonus because SunCal didn't submit an application to request it, among other reasons.
A SunCal rep did not immediately respond to a reporter's e-mailed request for comment. Update: SunCal released a statement Sunday morning; it's in the comments section, below.
Under amended terms of the negotiating agreement, SunCal had the option to submit an alternate plan directly to the city for its consideration, which the developer did on January 14. The plan appears almost identical to the one SunCal placed on the ballot.
On Tuesday, voters rejected Measure B, which included a land plan, Measure A exemption for Alameda Point and a business agreement with the city, by a margin of 85 percent to 15 percent.
Gallant's letter says SunCal initially committed to develop the Point with a Measure A-compliant plan. But the developer later said it wouldn't be financially feasible to do so. A previous developer, Alameda Point Community Partners, pulled out of the project in 2006 due to a downturn in the market that they said would prevent the project from supporting the Navy's $108.5 million asking price for the Point.
The city announced it had issued the notice in a press release that says Alameda is moving forward to develop the base. "The City remains confident that numerous options – public, private and non-profit – remain available to the City in developing a physically viable and economically sustainable plan for base development," the press release said.
The press release says the city will continue to negotiate with SunCal. Its exclusive negotiating agreement with the developer ends on July 20, though the city has the option of extending it.
The default notice is below. And I'll have more on the way forward for Alameda Point on Monday, so stay tuned.


text: Seller: randallw6 (926) 100%, Location: Snellville, Georgia, Ships to: US & many other countries, Item: 232155651139 Here's another really handsome vintage, historical/antique door hardware set consisting of two big, beautiful 8-point crystal glass knobs with brass collars, two bold brass or bronze Art Deco/Nouveau/Eastlake- era door plates; spindle and set screws; as shown in the pictures attached. Knobs and back plates are all cleaned up--- so you don't have to and the brass/bronze will age to a beautiful patina in no time or, keep them shiny, your choice. These antiques date back to the 1930's or so and are as popular today as they were back then, if not more so. AND, so much prettier and better- quality than those cheap-looking plain glass reproductions you see at some retail stores, with no sparkle and inferior metal of some kind. Each back plate measures 5.5"H x 1.5"W; with classic keyhole as shown. 8 point knobs are typical 2-1/8" diameter; do not spin in collars; no obvious chips or cracks; interior glass is good; they feel great in your hand. This hardware is not new or perfect; (who wants that?) but in very good, vintage condition, consistent with age and use. These oldies were originally used with a "mortise" lock, but you don't need one; a "tube latch" will work just fine on modern doors. You can find tube latches at some hardware stores (although they are getting harder to find) or I can provide for additional cost. Beautiful vintage antique door hardware that will make your door look special! I love these oldies and so will you!! I encourage your questions; and want you to be happy with any purchase you make from my store. See notes below. INSTALLATION OPTIONS: On a MODERN door, you would need what's called a "tube latch" (see pic 6), WITH A SQUARE HOLE in the latch (some newer tube latches for new doors do not have a square hole); to fit the square spindle (the rod that connects the two door knobs). The tube latch inserts into the edge of the door near the knob holes and then the spindle goes thru the square hole and connects the two knobs, which then will turn the latch. If you have an OLDER door, you may have what's called a "mortise" lock (Pic 7), a slim metal "box" that slides in the edge of the door and the spindle connecting the two knobs goes thru the square hole, similar to the tube latch operation noted above. You can find these at antique shows and flea markets. Either way, it's very easy and this set will make your door beautiful! I'll be happy to walk you thru your particular situation. Condition: great vintage condition, Color: bronze brass, Maker: unknown, Material: brass bronze


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The SC100 is your very own but very affordable launch monitor providing you with vital statistics that will help improve your game.
The SC100 Has Three Different Modes to Keep Your Practice Varied and Stimulating
Practice Mode
Practice mode displays your shot distance, swing speed, ball speed and smash factor as well as your time played and total shot count. Swing Caddie will automatically register your swing and displays the information until your next shot.
Target Mode
Target mode lets you set a target distance to challenge your consistency. Just tell the device what distance you plan to hit and with what club and once you hit the ball it will give you a score out of 10 to show how close you were to your target as well as all your other stats.
Random Mode
Random modes sets random target distances to challenge your accuracy. The Swing Caddie gives you random targets and again marks you out of 10 for accuracy and then provides you with another target distance.
What does it measure?
· Carry distance
· Swing speed
· Ball speed
· Smash factor
· Stores average stats for each club
· Overall stats for the last 100 shots
Handy Remote Control
The remote control is small and light enough to keep in your pocket and allows you to adjust your settings without having to take a step or bend down.
Easy to Carry
The small and lightweight design allows you to store the Swing Caddie easily in your golf bag so it is always there when you need it. "
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•Measures: Carry Distance, Swing Speed, Ball Speed and Smash Factor
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|Application number
|Publication date
|Aug 19, 1986
|Filing date
|Feb 9, 1984
|Priority date
|Feb 9, 1984
|Fee status
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|Publication number
|Ronald A. Millar, Charles B. Abate
|Original Assignee
|Xerox Corporation
|Export Citation
|BiBTeX, EndNote, RefMan
|Patent Citations (4), Referenced by (16), Classifications (12), Legal Events (6)
|External Links: USPTO, USPTO Assignment, Espacenet
Digital optical discs are now being seriously considered as alternatives to magnetic tapes and disc memories. It has been found that optical discs offer substantially greater data storage capacity than commercially available magnetic tape or disc memories of similar size.
For optical disc recording or play back, accurate focusing of the laser beam on the storage medium's surface is essential. Once focus is obtained, it is required that the focus point be maintained in spite of vertical run-out variations of the disc surface. This is achieved by means of a focus-following type servo mechanism controlling the vertical positioning of the objective lens. However, the servo assumes that the spatial position of the true focus point is coincident with the zero of the differential error curve of the focus sensors. This condition for coincidence can be upset by changes in the mechanical alignment of the optics and/or the d.c. stability of the electronic circuitry. The result is a focus offset which, if not corrected, produces a loss of spot resolution and accuracy thus degrading the performance of the whole system. A means of correcting for this drift problem is required and a solution to the problem is the subject of this invention.
A small amplitude, low frequency, signal is added to the focus servo signal controlling the position of the objective lens of an optical disc storage system after focus acquisition has been achieved, so as to produce a slight defocusing effect of the light spot on the disc. The resulting variations in the read back signal is utilized by a synchronous detection circuit scheme to extract magnitude and polarity information of the focus offset present. That information is fed back to the focus servo signal to null out the focus offset, thereby assuring continual accurate focusing of the laser beam even under conditions of changes in the mechanical alignment of the optics of the storage system and/or the d.c. stability of the electronics of the storage system.
FIG. 1 illustrates schematically a prior art optical reader.
FIG. 2 illustrates schematically an improved optical reader according to the invention.
FIGS. 3a, 3b and 3c illustrate waveforms associated with the circuit operating according to the invention.
Turning now to the drawings, and at this point especially to FIG. 1, there is shown an optical recorder or disc drive having a read head for optically retrieving digital data from a threshold sensitive recording medium 12. Typically, the recording medium 12 is a removable disk which is rotated (by means not shown) during operation at an essentially constant angular velocity relative to the read head.
To retrieve previously recorded data from the disc 12 and to provide focus control while data is being recorded or retrieved, the read head includes a relatively low power laser 2 for supplying a coherent light beam 4 which is transmitted onto a polarizing beam splitter 6 by a correction lens arrangement 8. Beam 4 is incident next on a quarter(1/4) wavelength plate 14 which, in turn, transmits the beam to the medium 12 via turning mirrors 16 and an objective or focusing lens 18. In keeping with accepted practice, the objective lens 18 is moved back and forth relative to the disc by a focus amplifier/servo 20 so that the beam 4 is focused at the disc surface.
The reflected read/focus control beam is reflected back through the objective lens 18 and the quarter wavelength plate 14 to the beam spliter 6 which directs the beams to a detector array 22. The quarter wavelength plate and the polarizing beam splitter are relied upon to prevent any significant optical feedback to the laser 2 so that the reflected read/focus correction beam is efficiently transmittd to the detector array 22. The output of the detector array is utilized during times that the beam 4 is traversing pre-formatted data portions or prerecorded portions of the disc to provide the focus control signal utilized by the focus servo 20 to move the objective lens 18 back and forth relative to disc 12. The detector output is also used to produce the data read signal at the output of amplifier 48.
The focus servo may be comprised, for example, of a solenoid arrangement (not shown) with a coil which drives an actuator rod coupled to the objective lens 18. The feedback loop of the focus servo includes a switch 24 which is initially open; that is, the feedback loop initially operates in an open loop manner, and during that time, the focus servo is driven by a sawtooth waveform (not shown) which causes the objective lens 18 to move back and forth relative to disc 12 so that the beam 4 goes in and out of focus on disc 12. When the beam 4 is nearly in focus, that is, when it is near its true focus point, the sawtooth waveform is no longer applied to the focus servo and the switch 24 is simultaneously closed, thereby closing the feedback loop and ending the focus acquisition mode of operation of the focus servo.
The system of FIG. 1 is of conventional design, wherein the focus servo assumes that the spatial position of the true focus point is coincident with the zero of the differential error curve of the focus sensors at 47. However, that condition of coincidence can be upset by changes or drifting in the mechanical alignment of the optics and/or the d.c. stability of the electronic circuitry. The result is a focus offset which will produce loss of spot resolution and accuracy, thus degrading the performance of the system. Correction could be obtained by manual adjustment using potentiometer 49 and summing junction 46, but automatic, dynamic adjustment is preferred.
The system of FIG. 2 dynamically corrects for mechanical and electrical drift of the type previously mentioned. Referring to FIG. 2, at the time when closed loop operation of the focus servo is initiated, the switches 26 and 28 are closed allowing a low frequency, sinusoidal signal "X", such as 140 Hz or some other low frequency which is not a harmonic of the disc rotation speed, produced by a low frequency oscillator 30, to be injected into the focus error feedback loop via summing junction 32. Signal "X" causes the objective lens 18 to move very slightly back and forth or vibrate a slight amount, on the order of 0.1 micron or less. The resulting defocusing of beam 4 causes the read beam produced by the detector array to vary accordingly in amplitude in a sinusoidal manner. The read signal is fed to a very narrow band pass filter 32 by a sampling switch 36 and capacitor 34 arrangement providing a sample and hold function. Sampling by the switch 36 is at a higher frequency than signal "X" (≧1.5K Hz) under control of the system clock. The detected read signal is sampled by switch 36 only at times when the beam 4 is traversing portions of the disc having information data such as pre-formatted marks.
The very narrow band pass filter 32, consisting of a low pass portion 38 and a high pass portion 40, both of conventional design, filters out the high frequency and low frequencies present in the signal supplied thereto, thereby extracting the carrier information of that signal, which information is present in the signal due to the low frequency oscillation injected into the system by waveform "X". Thus, the ouput signal of the filter 32 is an oscillatory signal "B" of low frequency. For example, when signal "X" has a frequency of 140 Hz, the bandpass of filter 32 is centered at 140 Hz.
Referring to FIG. 3, the low frequency signal "B" output from the band pass filter 32 will have an oscillation about the axis of true focus of lens 18. If the lens 18 is at true focus, waveform "B" is symmetrical about the axis of true focus (FIG. 3a), thereby having an average value of zero. If the lens is offset slightly from true focus, waveform "B" will be asymmetrical about the axis of true focus (FIGS. 3b and 3c) and the average value of waveform "B" will be either plus (FIG. 3b) or minus (FIG. 3c) depending on the polarity of the offset.
Signal "B" is then processed by a synchronous detector or demodulator 42 to produce the dc correction signal "Y". Detector 42 includes an operational amplifier 44 which is controlled by a square wave signal, also produced by oscillator 30, which is of the same frequency and has the same phase as signal "X", and low pass filter 45. By having the amplifier 44 act as a phase switch, it is ensured that the information of signal "B" which is being looked at by the detector 42 is in phase with the oscillations of the objective lens 18 produced by signal "X". That phase correspondence permits the circuit to determine which way the objective lens 18 has to be moved in order to achieve true focus, that is, it ensures that the polarity of the correction signal "Y" is correct. Thus, the synchronous detector 42 detects the change in the average value of signal "B" and determines the polarity and magnitude of that change, performing that function by extracting the information from the low frequency carrier signal resulting from signal "X" by synchronizing amplifier 44 so that the detector 42 extracts both the polarity and the magnitude of the information originally imposed by signal "X".
The dc signal "Y" appearing at the output of detector 42 is proportional to the focus error and is fed back to the focus servo where it is summed into the system using a summing junction 46. The output of junction 46 is supplied as an input to summing junction 32. Signal "Y" adds to or subtracts from the focus error signal depending on the offset of lens 18 whereby the placement of lens 18 is moved accordingly so that the lens is placed at, and maintained at, true focus regardless of mechanical and electrical drifting of the components of the focus control system.
All components of the described system are of conventional design. For example, all of the operational amplifiers can be LF353 type.
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|Filing date
|Publication date
|Sep 15, 1969
|Jul 27, 1971
|Electronic line skew corrector
|Mar 2, 1970
|Jun 27, 1972
|Trw Inc
|Radiant energy beam scanning method and apparatus
|Feb 23, 1976
|Jun 28, 1977
|U.S. Philips Corporation
|Automatic optical focussing system
|Jul 2, 1975
|Jun 27, 1978
|Zenith Radio Corporation
|Focus correction system for video disc player
|Citing Patent
|Filing date
|Publication date
|Sep 10, 1985
|Jul 28, 1987
|U.S. Philips Corporation
|Smooth lock-in of servo control when switched on
|Dec 5, 1985
|Sep 27, 1988
|Sony Corporation
|Optical disc recording and reproducing apparatus with improved servo control
|May 8, 1986
|Oct 18, 1988
|Hitachi, Ltd.
|Optical reading/reproducing apparatus
|May 4, 1987
|Apr 18, 1989
|International Business Machines Corporation
|Focus servo loop off-set compensation
|May 20, 1988
|Dec 26, 1989
|Olympus Optical Co., Ltd.
|Optical information recording and reproducing apparatus
|May 4, 1987
|Feb 6, 1990
|International Business Machines Corporation
|Focus servo loop correction
|Jun 11, 1991
|Mar 24, 1992
|Canon Kabushiki Kaisha
|Optical information processing apparatus having offset adjusting circuit which can be exchanged together with optical head
|Dec 3, 1990
|Jun 30, 1992
|Matsushita Electric Co., Ltd.
|Optical reading-writing apparatus having a moving unit
|Sep 28, 1990
|Nov 17, 1992
|International Business Machines Corporation
|Acquiring a best focus using a focus signal offset
|Aug 27, 1993
|Sep 27, 1994
|Oki Electric Industry Co., Ltd.
|Adjustment of tracking servo and focusing servo in optical data recording/reproducing apparatus
|Apr 1, 1996
|Nov 18, 1997
|Discovision Associates
|Tracking control apparatus and method
|Jun 7, 1995
|Nov 2, 1999
|Discovision Associates
|Technique for closed loop servo operation in optical disc tracking control
|Jun 25, 1997
|Nov 2, 1999
|Discovision Associates
|Apparatus and method for focus control
|May 29, 1998
|Oct 17, 2000
|Discovision Associates
|Closed loop servo operation for focus control
|Jun 9, 2000
|Nov 6, 2001
|Discovision Associates
|Apparatus and method for controlling a focused beam
|Dec 2, 1996
|Jun 4, 1997
|Discovision Associates
|Apparatus and method for focus control
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|International Classification
|Cooperative Classification
|European Classification
|Feb 9, 1984
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Project LINC: Learning in Integrated Classrooms. Final Program Performance Report and Third Annual Interim Report. July 1, 1975 - June 30, 1978.
Meisels, Samuel J.; And Others
The final report of Project LINC (Learning in Integrated Classrooms), a training program for 3-to-6-year-old mildly and moderately handicapped children, discusses the accomplishments of the 3-year project. It is explained that the project developed and refined teaching strategies, skills, and support systems for classroom teachers and programs for parents of children integrated into mainstreamed classrooms. The main portion of the document details the accomplishments in the areas of direct and supplementary services to children, parent/family participation, assessment of children's progress, inservice training and evaluation of teaching staff, dissemination and training, coordination with other agencies, and continuation of services. Among appendixes are a sample tutorial report, parent questionnaires, and figures relating to the assessment of children's progress. (PHR)
Publication Type: Reports - Descriptive
Education Level: N/A
Audience: N/A
Language: English
Sponsor: Bureau of Education for the Handicapped (DHEW/OE), Washington, DC.
Authoring Institution: Tufts Univ., Medford, MA.
Identifiers: Project LINC
Note: Some print is marginal and may not reproduce well in hard copy ; Report prepared at Eliot-Pearson Children's School and the Dept. of Child Study at Tufts


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Tales of Vesperia: Day 3
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One of these days I will learn Japanese >.>
Posted by JollipopHeh, if your playing the game its only gonna get worse later when you have to not only input the password in japanese, but use the clues to actually figure out what it is.
LOL thanks for this video I was stuck here and didn't know what to do till now. :P
One of these days I will learn Japanese >.>
LOL thanks for this video I was stuck here and didn't know what to do till now. :P
One of these days I will learn Japanese >.>
The game is not import friendly at all for those who dont speak and read the language.
But yea I have come to realise this game isn't as import friendly as some other RPG's I have played.
Posted by psyThe endings of each battle actually change depending on where you are in the game plot wise. Its really a nice feature, thats just one example of what happens. The dialogue they say at the end of the battle will also change sometimes.
lol, anyone seen this? estelle gives rita a high 5 after battle
lol, anyone seen this? estelle gives rita a high 5 after battle
This game is incredibly deep, its actually amazing me as im 35 hours in and have about 33% of the world map explored as of now.
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First tried this to impress my future in-laws. I knew they were crazy about seafood and loved to barbque. This is a mixture of both cooking techniques. Quick and easy and yummy you will impress all by trying this dish!
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- 1-4oz. can of mushroom stems
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- Calories223
- Carbohydrates3 g(1%)
- Fat11 g(17%)
- Protein27 g(54%)
- Saturated Fat7 g(33%)
- Sodium1206 mg(50%)
- Polyunsaturated Fat1 g
- Fiber0 g(1%)
- Monounsaturated Fat3 g
- Cholesterol76 mg(25%)


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text: 1979→1984 AC 3000ME The Car NutMarch 23, 201691 viewsACReview91 views 0 1979→1984 AC 3000METhe 1970s were not a good period for luxury car manufacturers and Derek Hurlock went searching for a totally new smaller car. Mid-engined designs were in fashion at the time and in 1972 the Diablo, a prototype with an Austin Maxi engine and transaxle was built by privateers Peter Bohanna and Robin Stables. In much the same way as they had taken up the Tojeiro prototype and turned it into the Ace, AC acquired the rights and at the 1973 London Motor Show showed their own version, the mid-engined ME3000 with the 3.0-litre Ford Essex V6 engine installed transversely over a bespoke AC-designed gearbox. Development was virtually complete in 1976 when new Type Approval regulations were introduced. A prototype failed the 30 mph (48 km/h) crash test, and the chassis had to be redesigned. On the second attempt, the car passed with flying colours. This was a huge achievement for a tiny firm – Vauxhall had to make several attempts before the contemporary Chevette passed.For AC, such delays meant that the first production cars (now renamed 3000ME) were not delivered until 1979, by which time they were in direct competition with the Lotus Esprit. Although comfortable, brisk, nicely built and practical, AC's ambitions of selling 250 cars per year were a distant memory. After just 71 cars were sold, Hurlock called a halt to production as his health was suffering and the company was struggling in the teeth of a recession. In 1984 production stopped at Thames Ditton and the car and the AC name were licenced to a new company registered as AC (Scotland) plc run by David McDonald in a new factory in Hillington, Glasgow.Here, 30 cars were built, including a development car tested with Alfa Romeo's 2.5-litre V6 engine and a nearly-complete Mark 2 prototype of the same. Regardless (or possibly because) of these developments, AC Scotland called in the receivers in 1985. After selling the historic High Street works for redevelopment, AC themselves soldiered on as a service operation in the '21st Century' works on Summer Road until the Hurlock family finally sold their holdings in 1986 to William West. After some complex machinations the company was split between property interests and the car brand; the former was renamed and the latter was acquired by Brian Angliss.Story by Wikipedia In DetailtypeSeries Production Carproduction years1979 – 1984released at1973 London Motor Showbuilt atHillington, Glasgow, Englandproduction71engineV6positiontransverselydisplacement2994 cc / 182.71001 in³power102.9 kw / 138 bhp @ 5000 rpmspecific output46.09 bhp per litrebhp/weight127.19 bhp per tonnedriven wheelsRWDcurb weight1085 kg / 2392.4299 lbsweight distro44.299999 % / 55.700001 %wheelbase2299 mm / 90.5 inlength3988 mm / 157 inwidth1651 mm / 65 inheight1143 mm / 45 intop speed~193.08 kph / 120 mph0 – 60 mph~8.5 seconds0 – 100 mph~15.3 seconds Post Views: 309Related


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Drawing together research and theory in ethology and psychology, this book offers a clear and provocative account of the ways in which living organisms learn. Throughout, the authors' focus is on the importance of operational definition. In lively prose, describing experiments in enough depth to involve readers in the drama of experimental method, they recount the history of scientists' attempts to answer basic questions, and show how one study builds on another. Although they present the major traditional positions, they demand that readers examine actual evidence, recognize weaknesses, and consider alternatives. This critical process leads to the delineation of a bottom up, feed forward model in contrast to the traditional top down, feed backward one. Recent research in robotics and fuzzy logic suggests ways in which artificial as well as living systems pursue bottom up, feed forward ethological solutions to practical problems. The authors' extended discussion of their exciting work teaching sign language to chimpanzees vividly illustrates the application of the basic principles of learning elucidated in the book.In each part of the diagram, the line labeled R is the response line and the line labeled S is the stimulus line. ... the food for the hungry dog in the salivary conditioning example, the electric shock for the sheep in the leg withdrawal experiment, anbsp;...
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Welcome to Textures and Beyond's web site. The group has been in existence for 13 years and currently our membership is small though retaining some founder members. Information about us and our activities is here to publicise the group. We hope to meet people who share our interests at our next exhibition.
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Originally published in 1971. Discoveries in modern biology can radically change human life as we know it. As our understanding of living processes, such as inheritance, grows, so do the possibilities of applying these results for good and evil, such as the treatment of disease, the control of ageing, behaviour and genetic engineering. These discoveries and their implications are discussed by some of the worldas leading biologists.The plan is to use modern scientific techniques, borrowed from biology, physiology and genetics, to influence human reproduction. ... sense as, for example, the transference of an already fertilized ovum from the mother to a different woman or to a test tube. ... In civilizations, where the sanctity of the individual is fundamental, there can be little doubt that all compulsory eugenical procedures are unethical.
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NEWARK - Families say they are hoping for justice in the 1978 disappearance of five Newark boys after a trial date was set for one of the suspects accused in the case.
Officials say Lee Evans will face trial in May for the alleged killings. They say he has entered a not guilty plea, but the victims' families say they're confident in a conviction.
News 12 New Jersey sat down with Terry Lawson, the sister of one of the victims. Lawson says she's been waiting 32 years and is now expecting justice.


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Having undesirable fat in numerous areas of your body can have a considerable influence on your health and self-confidence. While conventional weight reduction through exercise and diet is a terrific way to slim down overall, even the very best exercises can't target issue locations like the tummy, inner thighs, arms, and buttocks. Liposuction is a time evaluated treatment that is utilized to get rid of excess fat from specific areas of the body, enabling an individual to form and contour their body to their taste. Is liposuction right for you? Find out now.
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• Recovery time is generally quickly. The downtime needed after having this kind of treatment is typically much less than exactly what is needed for other types of cosmetic treatments, including abdominoplasty, breast reduction, and more. Individuals who have had the treatment can typically return to work far more quickly than they prepared for and can return to living a healthy, active lifestyle.
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While there countless benefits to liposuction, there are obviously a few caveats that need to be taken into account before making the final decision to progress with the treatment.
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Before having actually liposuction done, it is necessary to analyze the possible disadvantages of the procedure and identify if the benefits exceed the risks in your specific case. Your specialist can assist you find out more about the dangers connected with the treatment and can help you decide if moving forward is the best thing for you.
• Issues with general anesthesia. Because liposuction is carried out under basic anesthesia, the treatment brings the same dangers as other kind of surgery where general anesthesia is used. Hidden medical conditions might enhance these threats.
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• The prospective to acquire the weight back. After having liposuction done, it is critical to keep a healthy diet and workout properly as suggested by your doctor. Failure to do so could result in gaining back the weight that was lost or possibly even more.
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Laser liposuction is a more recent, minimally intrusive treatment that includes heating the fat cells to melting point and eliminating the melted fat through a small cannula. The treatment is generally done right in your doctor's workplace and is an outstanding alternative for people who have less than 500 ml of fat to eliminate from any one location. Laser liposuction can be a safe, complementary procedure to weight reduction in order to sculpt the body you have actually constantly wanted.
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Johnson & Johnson (NYSE:JNJ) shares have pulled back with the markets and now can be bought near the 52-week lows. This company is a diversified medical device, drug, and healthcare company that investors should consider now. This is one of the best buying opportunities for Johnson & Johnson shares in the last several months, and this stock can provide income as well as a measure of defense in a volatile market.
Here are a few reasons to consider buying Johnson & Johnson shares at current levels and even more on any further dips:
Johnson & Johnson is a great way to stay invested but still play defense. Because this company manufactures products that are primarily related to healthcare, it is not likely to see a big drop in revenues since consumers and companies will continue spending on healthcare and cut back on luxury items first. As the world looks more likely to head into a recession in the coming months, investors are likely to seek out defensive stocks like Johnson & Johnson. This company also has a very strong balance sheet with about $34 billion in cash and around $19.4 billion in debt, which adds to its defensive nature.
With the stock trading just barely above $60, the valuation looks very attractive. Johnson & Johnson is expected to earn over $5 per share in 2012 and in 2013. That puts the price to earnings ratio at just about 12 times, which is historically low for a top blue chip stock. Johnson & Johnson has been in business since 1866, and it has a range of well-known products such as Listerine, Motrin, Band-aid, Reach, Splenda, Tylenol, Lubriderm, Sudafed, and others.
Johnson & Johnson is one of the few companies that can say it has paid a dividend and raised it for 49 consecutive years. The dividend has more than doubled in the last 7 years. In 2005, the annual dividend was $1.10 per share, but the payout has risen to $2.44 annually. A more than doubling of the dividend in the past 7 years is particularly impressive when you consider how weak the global and U.S. economy has been since 2008, when the financial crisis began. With interest rates at very low levels, and even many bond yields well below the dividend yield offered by J&J, this stock makes sense. With a history of dividend increases every year for nearly 50 years, the dividend could be much higher in the next few years, while investors who sit in cash or other low yield investments have virtually no chance of increased payouts. Johnson & Johnson has a dividend payout ratio of less than 50% of earnings, so there is plenty of room for future increases. The safety, solid revenue stream, stable history of this company and generous dividend all make this a stock worth buying and holding on to as the economy and market heads towards continued uncertainty. One other potential bonus is the possibility that J&J does a spin-off and separates one or more of its businesses just as Abbott Laboratories has recently announced it would. This could unlock additional shareholder value in the future.
Here are some key points for JNJ:
Current share price: $62.51
The 52 week range is $59.08 to $68.05
Earnings estimates for 2012: $5.12
Earnings estimates for 2013: $5.45
Annual dividend: $2.44 per share which yields 3.9%
Abbott Laboratories (NYSE:ABT) is another defensive stock to consider as it provides pharmaceuticals and medical devices. It also has a consistent history of dividend increases and it has paid a dividend since 1924. Abbott plans to separate into two publicly-traded companies later this year, which could unlock more shareholder value.
Here are some key points for ABT:
Current share price: $62.25
The 52 week range is $46.29 to $63.20
Earnings estimates for 2012: $5.05 per share
Earnings estimates for 2013: $5.36 per share
Annual dividend: $2.04 per share which yields 3.3%
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The CarbonShell was featured in the Mission: Impossible - Ghost Protocol movie, so you know if Ethan Hunt uses it, it's good stuff. This particular case is made specifically for either the 13" or 15" MacBook Pro with Retina Display.
The case features a lightweight and slim profile, offering protection and a stealthy look to your MacBook Pro without adding much in weight or bulk. The CarbonShell utilizes a carbon fiber design (not real carbon fiber) by using a patented polyurethane crafted on a highly durable polycarbonate shell. The two-piece design simply snaps on to the top and bottom of your MacBook Pro in seconds, while still providing access to all plugs, ports, and drives. The bottom features a non-slip black finish with vents to keep your MacBook Pro cool.
- Carbon fiber design using polyurethane (not real carbon fiber)
- Form-fitting two-piece snap-on cover
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- Leather on the top sides
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- Lightweight and slim design, offering protection without bulk
- Will not work when closed, running 2 displays
- Compatible with either the 13" or 15" MacBook Pro with Retina Display We have a non-retina version of this case that is also available for purchase.
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The Lost House Gameplay Tips and Strategies
- App name: The Lost House
- Developer: Top Best
- Genre: Adventure
- Release: Feb 14, 2012
Let's play The Lost House on iOS. In this part of the walkthrough, you will learn more tips and tricks while playing the The Lost House game on the iPhone.
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This page contains The Lost House video walkthroughs for iOS (iPhone/iPad) called "house of the lost mini - universal - hd trailer" and has been uploaded on Admin official channel at Feb 20, 2013.
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