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|Publication number
|Publication type
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|Oct 26, 1971
|Filing date
|Feb 27, 1970
|Priority date
|Feb 27, 1970
|Publication number
|Plakas Chris J
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|Patent Citations (6), Referenced by (34), Classifications (10)
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Unite States 1' Inventors George M. Low
Acting Administrator of the National Aeronautics and Space Administration with respect to an invention of;
Chris J. lPlakas, Champaign, llll.
Appl. No. 15,022
Filed Feb. 27, 1970 Patented Oct. 26, 19711 lFliREFLY PUMP-METERING SYSTEM 6 Claims, 1 Drawing Fig.
U.S. Cl 23/259, 23/253 R, 73/4256, 141/23, 195/127, 222/71, 222/135, 222/309 Int. Cl G01n1/14, B67d 5/16 lField oli Search 23/259 [56] References Cited UNITED STATES PATENTS 3,012,863 12/1961 Feichtmeir 23/259 X 3,192,968 7/1965 Baruch et al.... 23/259 X 3,192,969 7/1965 Baruch et 211.... 23/259 X 3,193,359 7/1965 Baruch etalm. 23/259 3,184,122 5/1965 Nerenberg 23/259 X 3,525,592 8/1970 Buckley 23/259 X Primary Examiner-Morris O. Wolk Assistant Examiner-R. E. Serwin At!0rneysR. F. Kempf, Earl Levy and 'G. T. McCoy ABSTRACT: A pumping and metering dual piston system for simultaneously injecting controlled amounts of sample and reactants into a reaction chamber and an enzyme into an adjacent injection chamber. A rotary shaft is actuated to communicate the injection chamber with the reaction chamber and to actuate a mechanism for forcing the enzyme from the injection chamber to the reaction chamber. Additionally, the shaft supports and operatively rotates detector apparatus from a magnetic and light radiation shielded position to a position for monitoring the reaction chamber constituents.
FIREFLY PUMP-METERING SYSTEM The invention described herein was made in the performance of work under a NASA contract and is subject to the provisions of section 305 of the National Aeronautics and Space Act of 1958, Public Law 85-568 (72 Stat. 435; 42 USC 2457).
The present invention relates to a pumping and metering system for laboratory sample analysis, and, more particularly, to an instrument for automatically mixing a sample with reactants and for injecting controlled amount of the same into a reaction chamber. Simultaneously, an enzyme or other reagent is metered into an adjacent injection chamber. A rotatable shaft is then actuated to operatively connect the reaction and injection chambers and to actuate a mechanism for forcing the reagent from the injection chamber into the reaction chamber. The shaft further is actuated to operatively position detector apparatus in registration with the reaction chamber for monitoring the constituents therein.
BACKGROUND OF THE PRIOR ART A typical pumping and metering system of the prior art is described in U.S. Pat. No. 3,l93,358 wherein a reciprocable piston divides a surrounding housing into two reacting chambers. An adjusting screw is utilized to limit piston travel enabling the dispensing of a measured portion of a mixed sample and reagent. A disadvantage of such construction resides in a requirement for separate sample and reagent mixing chambers and the absence of an automatic control for simultaneously mixing the sample and reagent and positioning de tector apparatus for monitoring the mixed constituents.
BRIEF SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION Apparatus according to the invention provides a storage unit for separately containing a sample, reactants and an enzyme or other reagent. A solenoid valve is activated to mix the sample and reactants and inject the same into a reaction chamber. Simultaneously the solenoid valve permits injection of the reagent into an injection chamber. Volume of the injection chamber is controlled by a reciprocating piston, the travel of which is purposely preadjusted. Volume of the reaction chamber is purposely metered by controlled travel of a second floating piston. As the injection and reaction chambers receive the reagent and sample, the two pistons will be caused to stop in abutting engagement with each other thereby metering controlled amounts of reagent and sample within the respective chambers. A rotatable shaft is then automatically actuated to operatively communicate the injection chamber with the reaction chamber. Further, actuation of the rotatable shaft releases a spring-loaded mechanism for slidably forcing the first piston to compress the reagent and force the same from the injection chamber into the reaction chamber. Additionally, rotation of the shaft rotatably positions a photomultiplier or other detector apparatus into registration with the reaction chamber in order to monitor the constituents therein.
OBJECTS OF THE INVENTION An object of the present invention is to provide apparatus for pumping and metering controlled amounts of sample, reactants and reagents into adjacent controlled volume chambers, and for automatically mixing the sample and reagent within one of the chambers, and operatively positioning a detector apparatus for monitoring the constituents of said chamber.
Another object of the present invention is to provide apparatus for automatically pumping and metering controlled amounts of sample to a reaction chamber and controlled amounts of reactant to an injection chamber, and further for simultaneously automatically mixing the sample and the reactant and positioning detector apparatus which monitors the mixed constituents.
A further object of the invention is to provide a reactant injection chamber defined by a first controlled travel piston, a sample-receiving reaction chamber, the volume of which is determined by a floating second piston engageably stopped on said first piston, an automatic mechanism for reciprocating said first piston in order to transfer the reagent from the injection chamber to the reaction chamber.
Another object of the present invention is to provide a reaction chamber and injection chamber each defined by a reciprocating piston, one of the pistons metering a controlled amount of sample injected into the reaction chamber and the other piston both metering a controlled amount of reagent supplied to the injection chamber and pumping the reagent into the reaction chamber.
Other objects and many attendant advantages of the present invention will become obvious upon perusal of the following detailed description taken in conjunction with the accompanying drawing.
BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWING The FIGURE is a schematic in elevation and partially in section illustrating a preferred embodiment of the pumping and metering system according to the present invention.
DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE PREFERRED EMBODIMENT With more particular reference to the drawing, there is generally illustrated in the FIGURE at It) a storage and distribution unit comprising a housing 12 provided with three cylindrical vertically oriented storage cavities l4, l6 and 18. The storage cavity M is provided with :a cover plate 20 having attached thereto an inverted depending retaining collar 22 having attached thereto one end of a compression coil spring 24 extending axially vertically within the storage cavity 14. The other end of the coil spring 24 is secured to a reciprocab ing piston 26 provided with a circumferentially surrounding ring seal 28. Similarly, the cavities l6 and 18 are provided with cover plates and structure similar to that described in conjunction with the cavity 14. However, such structure will not be described in detail for clarity. The bottom portions of cavities M and 16 are connected by a reduced diameter passageway 30 having a plug valve or other suitable valve 32 interposed therein. The bottoms of cavities l6 and 18 are provided with vertically oriented outlet passageways 34 and 36, respectively. The passageways 34 and 36 extend through and communicate with a laterally extending, enlarged diameter bore 38. Slidably reciprocable within the bore 38 is an elongated armature 40 of a solenoid 42 mounted on a lateral surface of the housing 12. The armature 40, shown in its retracted position, is provided with longitudinally spaced reduced diameter portions 44 and 46 which portions, will register in line with the passageways 34 and 36, respectively, when the armature 40 is in its extended position. Accordingly, in such extended position, the armature 40 acts as an automatically actuated double distribution valve. The passageways 34 and 36 are connected to distribution conduits 48 and 50, respectively. The conduit 48 operatively supplies a four-outlet distribution manifold indicated schematically at 52. Similarly, the conduit 50 supplies a distribution manifold 54 similar in construction to the manifold 52.
In the FIGURE, there is illustrated generally at 56 a fragmentary schematic of an injection unit 56 provided at its lowermost portion with an aluminum chamber block 58, only a portion of which is illustrated in the fragmentary view. The chamber block 58 is provided with a vertically extending bore 60 within which is received an elongated rotary shaft 62. The top portion of the chamber block 58 is provided with an enlarged diameter recess 64 laterally offset from the bore 60. The recess 64l opens into a generally reduced diameter bore 66 coaxial with the recess 64 extending vertically parallel to the rotary shaft 62. In practice, the rotary shaft 62 is disposed centrally of the chamber block 58 and four laterally offset bores 66 are provided. However, for clarity, only one of such bores will be described in detail hereinafter.
lOlOU'I 0049 The recess 64 receives therein a transparent glass window 68 which forms a sealing cover plate for the bore 66. A laterallyextending intake passageway 70 extends through the chamber block 58 into the bore 66 immediately adjacent to and under the bottom surface of the window 68. The passageway 70 is provided with a shutoff valve 72 to which is connected one outlet 74 from the distribution manifold 52. In similar fashion, an inlet passageway 76 is provided through the chamber block 58 adjacent the bottom wall of the bore 66.
The passageway 76 communicates with a shutoff valve 78 to which is operatively connected one of the outlet conduits 80 of the distribution manifold 54.
Axially aligned with the bore 66 is an inverted recess 82 provided in the chamber block 58. A generally centrally located opening connects the recess 82 with the bottom portion of the bore 66 and has mounted therein a generally annular sealing ring 84 which surroundingly and slidably receives a reciprocating piston shaft 86. At one end of the piston shaft 86 is secured a generally cylindrical piston 88 disposed within the bottom portion of the bore 66. The piston 88 carries a circumferentially surrounding sealing ring 90 which sealably isolates the bottom portion of the bore 66 from its remainder thereof to define a reagent injection chamber 92. Accordingly, the injection chamber 92 is supplied through the conduit 76, the shutoff valve 78 and the outlet conduit 80 of the distribution manifold 54. In the remaining portion of the bore 66 is disposed a floating piston 94 carrying a surrounding annular sealing ring 96. The floating piston 94 carries a depending adjusting screw 98 having a flat head provided purposely to stop against the piston 88 in a manner to be hereinafter described in detail. Accordingly, the piston 94 sealably isolates the top portion of the bore 66 and defines thereby a sample reaction chamber 100 which is supplied by the conduit 70, the shutoff valve 72 and the outlet conduit 74 of the distribution manifold 52. It should be noted, that the remaining not shown bores 66 are provided with similar structure and are supplied in similar fashion by the remaining outlet conduits from the manifolds 52 and 54. A detailed description of the same is omitted for purposes of clarity.
With more particular reference yet to the FIGURE, the reciprocating piston shaft 86 is slidably extended through the inverted recess 82 and is provided with a surrounding concentric injection compression spring 102 retained initially in compression against the bottom wall of the recess 82 by an impinging injection spring retainer 104 slidably received in the recess 82 but initially restrained against movement by a ball latch 106 partially protruding into the recess 82 and engaged in a groove 108 provided circumferentially of the injection spring retainer 104. The reciprocating piston shaft 86 is slidably received centrally of the injection spring retainer 104. The end portion of the reciprocating piston shaft 86 is threadably provided thereover with a volume adjustment nut 110 initially in spaced relationship from the injection spring retainer 104. Initially, the ball latch 106 is retained in registration with the injection spring retainer 104 by a ball release mechanism illustrated schematically at 112. The ball release mechanism 112 is rigidly secured to and is adapted for rotation by the rotary shaft 62 to position a recess 113 as hereinafter described. A motor 114 is operatively connected to the rotary shaft 62. In its generally central portion the rotary shaft 62 is provided with a reduced diameter conduit groove 116 which extends generally parallel to the central axis of the shaft. The reagent injection chamber 92 is provided with an outlet passageway 118 and the sample reaction chamber 100 is provided with a similar reduced diameter passageway 120. Each of the passageways 118 and 120 communicate with the groove conduit 116 of the rotary shaft 62. It should be understood, however, that such communication occurs only upon rotation of the rotary shaft to be hereinafter described in detail. Accordingly, the initial position of the groove conduit and the recess is illustrated in phantom line at 116' and 1 13' so that initially no communication between the reagent injection chamber 92 and the sample reaction chamber 100 can occur.
The remaining end of the rotary shaft 62 is operatively connected with a photomultiplier or other suitable detector mounted within a magnetic casing 122. For added support, the casing 122 may be carried by a mounting tray 124.
Casing 122 may be carried by a mounting tray 124 secured to the top portion of the chamber block 58. For further protection, the casing 122 may be contained within an inverted light shielding housing 126 also secured to the top portion of the chamber block 58 by any well-known fabrication techniques.
In operation, a quantity of sample to be tested is deposited within the cavity 16 of the storage and distribution unit 10. Additionally, a quantity of another substance, such as ATP extracts, is deposited within the cavity 14. Also, a reagent or a quantity of any enzyme may be deposited in the cavity 18. Each cavity is then covered with its appropriate cover plate 20. The depending spring 24 of each cover plate will be compressed due to the quantity of substance within each cavity. Accordingly, each piston 28 will exert pressure upon the quantity of substance within each storage cavity. Subsequently, the plug valve 32 is opened to permit communication between the cavities 14 and 16, for example, to mix the sample with the ATP extracts. Simultaneously, the solenoid 42 is actuated, thereby extending its armature 40 and aligning the reduced diameter portions 44 and 46 thereof with the outlet conduits 34 and 36. Ad a result of the solenoid actuation, the mixed substances within the sample cavity 16 and the enzyme substance within the cavity 18 will simultaneously be supplied under pressure provided by the pistons 26 of the storage cavities 16 and 18 to the distribution manifolds 52 and S4. Enzyme will be supplied under such pressure through the check valve 78 into the reagent injection chamber 92. Such pressure additionally reciprocates the piston 88 in order to accommodate the increasing volume of enzyme supplied to the injection chamber 92. The piston will continue to rise until the volume adjustment nut impinges against the injection spring retainer 104. Accordingly, the volume of enzyme accepted by the injection chamber 92 is positively controlled by proper adjustment of the volume adjustment nut 110. Simultaneously, the mixed sample and ATP extracts from the manifold 52 are supplied through the check valve 72 into the sample reaction chamber 100. The floating piston 94 will reciprocate in response to the expanding volume of sample accepted into the reaction chamber 100 until the adjustment screw 98 stops against the piston 88. Accordingly, the volume of sample accepted into the reaction chamber 100 can be adjustably controlled by a proper setting of the adjustment screw 98.
At this point in the operation the valves 72 and 78 are closed thereby isolating the injection chamber 92 and the reaction chamber 100. The motor 114 is then actuated to operatively rotate the rotary shaft 62. By such operation, the groove conduit 116 is brought into registration with the passageways 1 l8 and of the injection chamber 92 and the reaction chamber chamber 100. Simultaneously, the ball release mechanism 112 is rotated to bring the recess 113 in registration with the ball latch 106, permitting the same to be withdrawn from the groove 108 of the injection spring retainer 104. Accordingly, the compressed coil spring 102 is permitted to expand, thereby reciprocating the piston 88 and purging the injection chamber 92 of the enzyme which is caused to flow through the passageway 118, the conduit 116, the passageway 120 and into the sample reaction chamber 100. Such reciprocation of the piston 88 permits a corresponding reciprocation of the piston 94, permitting expansion of the reaction chamber 100 to accommodate the increase in volume thereof due to the enzyme received therein. Additionally, rotation of the rotary shaft 62 rotates photomultiplier (not shown) initially from a position within the magnetic shield casing 122 to a position in registration with the glass window 68 covering the reaction chamber 100. Accordingly, the photomultiplier is operatively positioned upon rotation of the rotary shaft 62 to monitor the mixed constituents within the reaction chamber 100.
Accordingly, and in accordance with the objects of the present invention, the preferred embodiment of the invention is a dual piston sample analysis instrument which both meters the amount of the reactants and pumps the same into the reaction chamber. Additionally, the present invention utilizes an uncomplicated mechanism in the form of a rotary shaft for accomplishing within significant time relationships, three functions: namely, releasing a ball detent latch and enzyme injection spring, activating a conduit permitting enzyme to flow from an injection chamber into a reaction chamber where it is mixed with a sample to be analyzed, and supporting and positioning a photomultiplier tube from a protected position to a position whereby monitoring of the mixed constituents is accomplished. Other embodiments and modifications of the present invention are apparent and intended to be protected by the scope of the appended claims.
It is claimed:
1. A pumping and metering system comprising:
means for storing a sample to be analyzed;
means for storing a reagent separately from said sample;
a housing defining a reaction chamber in communication with said sample-storing means and an injection chamber in communication with said reagent storing means;
metering means for adjustably controlling the volume of said reaction chamber and said injection chamber, said metering means including a first piston slidable within said housing and mounted on an elongated shaft thereby defining said injection chamber and a second slidable piston mounted on said shaft within said housing thereby defining said reaction chamber;
adjustment means to control the volume of said reaction chamber including a nut threadably adjustable on said shaft and providing a stop in order to limit sliding travel of said second piston;
initially closed valve means providing communication between said reaction and said injection chambers; pumping means for transferring reagent from said injection chamber to said reaction chamber; and,
automatically actuable means for actuating said valve means and said pumping means in a properly determined timed sequence.
2. The structure of claim It, wherein said automatically actuable means comprises a rotatable shaft and said valve means comprises a groove conduit in said shaft.
3. The structure of claim 1, and further including a radiation shielded housing containing a pivotally mounted detector means, said automatic actuable means being so constructed and arranged to open said valve means, activate said pumping means and pivot said detector means into registration with said reaction chamber.
4 The structure of claim ll, wherein said pumping means includes a coil spring surrounding said shaft, a spring retainer slidably receiving said shaft and retaining said coil spring initially in compression, latching means initially precluding motion of said retainer means, said automatically actuable means adapted to release said latching means permitting expansion of said coil spring for transferring said reagent, said adjustment nut adapted for engagement on said spring retainer.
5. The structure of claim 1 and further including a first distribution manifold providing communication between said sample-storing means and said reaction chamber and a second distribution manifold providing communication between said reagent-storing means and said injection chamber.
6. The structure of claim 5 and further including an automatically actuable distribution valve operatively associated with said sample-storing means and said reagent-storing means for simultaneously supplying sample and reagent to said manifolds.
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Jun 23, 2012 - 11:44 am
My mom was diagnosed in March with rectal cancer. At the time we thought after chemo and radiation she would be able to have a minor surgery that didn't require her to wear a permanent colostomy bag. Well last Tuesday we were told she had to have her whole rectum removed and will have to wear a bag for the rest of her life. I understand that removing the cancer will save my moms life but I am just scared for her. I don't show her this while we are together but I am. And I know she is too. I just wish there was a way to not have to wear the bag forever. If anyone has had this before or had to deal with a family member who has, do you have any suggestions on how to cope and deal with this situation? Thank you in advance.
Jun 23, 2012 - 7:47 pm
could you get a 2nd opinion?? that will make you feel better that there is nothing else to do. sephie
Jul 17, 2012 - 11:51 am
I really appreciate the advice for my mom. She has decided to not get a second opinion though. Her surgery date will be on July 18 2012.
Jun 25, 2012 - 11:04 am
I am so sorry for your moms situation, but fear not. I am 53yrs old now amd about a year and a half ago I was diagnosed with Stage3B Anal Cancer. I also received chemo/rad but although did not need anal surgery, I did require a colostomy bag due to size/location of my tumor. It was to be temporary, but due to permanent radiation dammage, is now for keeps. It took several months, but I have become very comfortable with the whole situation. I do watch what and when I eat pretty closely, as the digestive system works a bit differently, but it is very manageable. I am active with my grandkids, take a yoga class, and am able to do most all I did before. If I want to be super disciplined on what I eat, I am able to leave the bag off for 6-7 hrs and just cover the stoma (opening) with a large square bandage. I do wear looser, longer, style shirts rather than clingy ones, but that was a minor adjustment. Again, help her be patient, the colon is trainable to work on her schedule, but just as it takes time to train a toddler, it will take some time. There is a great site for people with ostomies... C3Life...with lots of helpful advice. Also, most areas have what is called a stoma nurse, please find one to help you/her adjust. There are lots of different brands of bags/products to use and not all are the same. I tried several different kinds before finding the best for me. Please keep me posted on how all is going and with any questions that you may have. As always, all in my prayers.
Jul 17, 2012 - 11:55 am
Thank you for your comments I will relay these messages to her. Her surgery is tomorrow July 18 2012 and she is very nervous. I was told she'd have to be there for about 5 days. which is hard for my mom to sit and do nothing for 5 mins let alone 5 days. Hopefully she listens to the DRs and relaxes as much as she can. I know this will be tough for her but this is what she has decided to do, so all I can do is be as supportive as possible. I hope that she can adjust her diet as well. I am going to look up a stoma nurse in our area that can help her with things I don't about wearing a bag.
Thank you for your kind words. You are very nice I promise to keep you posted on things.
Jul 17, 2012 - 4:24 pm
I will be thinking of both you and her and praying all goes well. My first nurse in the hospital after my surgery was a nut, nice but relatively clueless on colostomy care. I had worked in a nursing home for 12yrs when I was younger and felt I had more experience in that area than her. Later I had a new nurse that was a huge help and I will be forever thankful for the change in shifts! If nothing else, dig deep for patience, as I said before it takes time for the body to adjust, but it will. Finding a stoma nurse will be a big help, I can call mine any time for any concern. Good luck tomorrow.
Jul 26, 2012 - 2:57 pm
Thank you so much for your prayers. My mom had her tumor removed last week. She is still in the hospital. She is currently having trouble walking because of the position she was in during surgery. So getting around at home without help will be a challenge for a while. The good news is today was the first day her bag decided to work. The stoma nurse was so nice. And we were told to call her as much as needed. She also informed us of a support group for colostomy bag users . This will be a great thing as my mom adjusts to this life change. I am thankful to have found the support through this site. We both need as mush as we can get. Thank you again and ill keep you posted.
Jul 27, 2012 - 12:29 am
Sorry about your moms difficulty walking. Its amazing how they sometimes have to position a person for surgery, good thing to be knocked out I guess! I'm sure she is sore now but hopefully feeling better soon. I'm glad you have a stoma nurse that you like, don't hesitate to use her. The colostomy will take some adjusting and you are not expected to know the answers to any questions you may have, remember this is not something most people grow up dealing with so ask someone who knows. In time it will become second nature to care for, not necessarily something you like, but also not as bad as some think. Everyone has something they deal with, some are internal issues and some external, on the whole scale of what our lives could be, a colostomy bag is really a very minor thing.....be patient, your mom will get through this, and is very lucky to have you for support. I'll keep you as always, in my prayers.
Jul 18, 2012 - 1:59 am
You and your mom are in my prayers as you go through another hoop. You are doing the right thing by reaching out for your mom and for your own peace of mind. There is so much experience here for you to gain information to get through this. So much easier when you have the insights from those that have gone through what you are experiencing. Please know that we are by your side as you are by your moms tomorrow. Keep us posted as you can.
Jul 26, 2012 - 2:51 pm
Thank you so much for your prayers for us. Her surgery went okay. There was a little more that had to be done in order to remove her tumor. She is recovering pretty okay now except for her legs not working normally. She is supposed to go home tomorrow. I just want her to be safe without worrying. This site is just so amazing. I have read her y'alls messages and she was so thankful for how nice everyone is. Just thank you all so much. Ill keep everyone posted as she adjusts to this new part of life.


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A while back I had the fun job of creating a little logo for the Ravelympics 2008 'event' on Ravelry. It was a blast but I have to admit that if I thought the Ravelympics were going to be this big (over 10,000 projects listed as Ravelympics Projects!!) I would have tried harder to make something a little more professional. Woops.
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With regard to the economic crisis in the USA, we have to deal with those factors which are within our control. Here are some items to address:
1. First and foremost, quite spending like drunken sailors on a weekend pass.
2. Down-size government and get it out of the lives of business and the people to the greatest extent reasonable.
3. Get rid of ObamaCare.
4. Establish a reasonable flat tax rate across the board.
5. Establish government budgets and live within them.
6. Let the private sector drive the economy and lose the idea that government is responsible for creating jobs.
7. Set terms limits on elected offices.
8 Do away with earmark and pork-barreling spending.
9. Stop the government's insistence on being the social conscious of America...leave that to the people and the churches.
10. Secure our borders and deal effectively with those who break the law to cross them.
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This is a great question... the biggest problem is nationalism and corrupt politicians. This will never be solved unless we all start living by the words of John Lennon in Imagine...
For starters I think we need to do the following:
1) Establish a viable state for the Palestinians with full access to their holy sites in Jeruseleam
2) Make peace with Iran and North Korea
3) The United States must stop playing favorites on the international scene (i.e. unconditional love for Israel; ignoring human rights abuses in China while scolding others)
4) A shift to renewable energy sources so the power that is vested in the countries of OPEC are somewhat diluted.
5) A universal adherence to International law and the Geneva Convention
6) Uniform standards for the treatement of workers (wages, safety etc) around the globe so manufacturing opportunities wil exist for all countries
Some of these things I say are merely declarations and may be naive but we must solve the hot spots so we can move forward. The United States in particular must regain the image of morality so the man on the street in the Islamic countries cannot so easily be swayed by the bin laden's of the world. We must have clear missions and be uniform in our objections.
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Peter Bouret was Menlo's top receiver with seven catches for 100 yards. He has 31 catches for 495 yards on the season. Chambers scored three touchdowns on seven touches (three carries and four receptions).
Menlo went down to Texas for its season opener and got blitzed for 50 points in the first quarter by San Angelo Central. Menlo, which had a 36-34 advantage over the final three quarters, ended up losing the game 84-49. Since returning to California the Knights have blown out Mission, San Mateo and Half Moon Bay by a combined 154-25. Tougher competition is on the horizon. Menlo travels to Oakland to play McClymonds next Friday night, then jumps into Peninsula Athletic League Bay Division play against the likes of Terra Nova, Menlo-Atherton, Sequoia and Sacred Heart Prep.
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In February of 2015, I am heading to these three countries for a series of experiences ranging from observing gorillas and chimps to horseback riding, bungee jumping, a 7 day camel trip and general sight seeing. This is my fifth trip to Africa but first time in Rwanda and Uganda. Tanzania is familiar territory, having done the camel trip before (and loved it), and summitting Kili last spring.
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Hi Jhubbel!
It's going to be an amazing trip. I've been to the 3 countries many times, I've been overlanding through Uganda, Rwanda, Eatern Congo DRC and up to South Sudan, I've seen the mountain gorillas 6 times, in Bwindi (Uganda) Kinigi (Rwanda) and Jomba (RDC), the eastern lowland gorillas twice in Khauzi Biega (South Kivu, DRC)and chimps in both Kanyo Pabidi and Kibale Forest, Uganda.
1st, Uganda is not only gorillas and chimps. It hosts great parks, fantastic landscapes and plenty of wildlife. It's worth spending at least 1/12 days in Uganda to explore Murchison Falls, Kibale, Queen Elizabeth (including the Ishasha Sector), then down to Chyanika border into Rwanda. If you have nmore time and feel braqve then include in your trip a visit to Karamajong (North-Eastern Uganda) where you can meet the Karamoja people and up to Kidepo Valley National Park, beautiful, remote, with nearly no tourists at all.
For gorilla trekking, on my opinion Rwanda is best. I didn't like it so much in Bwindi. The gorilla business is very organized in both Uganda and Rwanda, you are 99,99% sure to meet the gorillas. Rangers patrol the park 24/7 so they always know where the gorillas are and the trekkers out in the forest are in contacts via radio with the guides who escort you, so the big apes are easy to find. You report at the park gate around 7 a.m. where visitors are divided into groups of 8 according to their physical condition: some gorilla families are very close and easy to reach, some others are a bit far. I suggest not to take the easiest group, they may be just behind the 1st line of trees, just past the corn fields...) The story changes a big deal in Congo: no organization, no equipment, it's a real adventure! But it is great fun, maybe more fun than in Uganda and Rwanda.
You will get very close to them, none can prevent the young ones to come and touch you...if they do crouch down, don't move and don't say a word. The silverback will be there observing you!
Chimps are much different. I suggest Kibale for chimps more than any other place in Uganda, as the trekking has been run there for longer, the ground is almost flat and you have more chances to see them. While gorillas stay on the ground most of the time due to their wrigh and just climb onto the lower, bigger brenches, chimps may jump around all the time, and if they do not feel like being disturbed they can decide to climb up the canopy and keep silent until visitors go away.
In Rwanda you should not miss Lake Kivu and Nyungwe Forest, a great place for hiking.
Are you going to overland to Tanzania or are you flying there from Kigali?
Cheers, Oliver
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Hey Oliver, and many thanks for your enthusiastic response. I don't have my itinerary under my nose at the moment but I think we are flying to Tanzania. From what I recall, the places you've named in your post are pretty much all on my agenda or at least most of them are. I've got close to five weeks. There was some discussion about possibly including the Congo but I know that some concern about activity in country led to steering away, which is fine by me. The country and all it has to offer will be there a long long time.
As an athlete, I plan to take on the more challenging of the trips. My only chuckle is that people tend to see my age (I will be 62 in January) and assume I belong with the slow folks, however in the last year I not only summitted Kili but also did the Inca Trail and the Everest Base Camp, learned white water and sea kayaking, mountain biking (I'm a road cyclist) and have ridden horses extensively all over the world in addition to taking up several other new sports. Since I train at altitude here in Colorado 3000 meters isn't a challenge. One of my new sports is bungee jumping, for as a skydiver that's child's play, and I still skydive. I'm promised I can bungee jump the Nile on this trip.
My great interest is simply to experience wonder, which in every trip to Africa is pretty easy. With luck there will be few tourists if I can get with a group that is willing to do the hard work of climbing high and long. I very much appreciate your thoughts. Also found some suggestions on clothing on a variety of sites. If you have thoughts on February as a time to go (and the higher you go, the cooler) I'd love to hear.
Thanks again.
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Hi Jhubbel!
with all the hikings and trekkings you have done then the gorilla trek will be a walk in the park.
February is a good month, hot and quite dry. Remember that in the mountains between Uganda, DRC and Rwanda it rains almost every day, otherwise the so called "mountain rain forest" could not be there.
February is perfect in Northern Tanzania, the wildebeest migration should be in southern Serengeti between January and April, I was there last January, simply amazing, I'm going there again next month.
You should pack summer garments including long cotton trousers and cotton shorts, shirts and t-shirts, a light windcheater and a sweatshirt or fleece for cooler evenings or to wear at higher altitudes. Bring some swimwear (many lodges have pools), a sunhat, sunscreen, and sunglasses; if you use prescription spectacles bring a spare pair. Sneakers and sandals will be fine during the days dedicated to game drives. Bring the medication you usually take, add a broad-spectrum antibiotic, an anti-emetic product, an intestinal disinfectant, and anti-histamine ointment. Most lodges have laundry service, you can have your clothes washed on the way, no need to pack too much. For the trekking: a pair of good hiking boots, thick trousers (for ants...they bite! many people use gaiters, too) a small rusksack and a light raincoat or poncho.
Enjoy your trip!
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My DH and I completed two gorilla treks in Rwanda in August 2014. In case you missed it, here is the link to my post:
Feel free to ask questions. CR
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Dear CR,
Just read it and thanks. Your description of the hike in the jungle is precisely what I found in Vietnam when I trekked to the caves west of Dong Hoi. Mud, vines, slippery. I really appreciate good hiking boots- and will have them. Sneakers don't cut it for me for hiking! Also super helpful was understanding how many people to plan for tipping, their roles and responsibilities. I always bring extra cash but this gives me a good range to plan for.
One question I do have: I have trekking poles which I was planning to bring. I can always use just one on the mountain. The guides provided you with a walking stick. Your thoughts on this are welcomed. I use poles on all the mountains I climb especially for descents and challenging climbing conditions. Very open to your input on this.
The clothing suggestions are good too. Almost everything I have is very high tech and super lightweight. I got a bang out of the sitting in the nettles story. It reminds me of how many times my tush found a thorn bush when I left my horse to find relief in Patagonia this past November. You can't help but laugh out loud but damn that hurts.
Great reminder to have small US bills organized for tips before you leave. Such great information.
Oliver, thanks again for your ideas. I'm good for the clothing you've recommended but I don't work with cotton clothing when it comes to any kind of expedition gear. It leads to hypothermia very easily so that stays home for sleeping in. What you described was hugely useful in understanding the conditions and I've already begun to lay out the gear and clothing.
From what your last two posts have indicated, sounds like my gaiters are going to be a very good investment on this trip. Since I'm going to be doing the chimps as well, that's a lot of trekking time.
Did you use any kind of bug spray against the ants?
Thanks all.
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Here's a link to my report on gorilla trekking in Rwanda. Fabulous time. The second (very hard) day was one of the best of my life.
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Very happy that you found the info helpful.
Regarding the trekking poles/walking stick:
I honestly did not find the walking stick very useful for two reasons. First, our hikes were not that difficult and the footing was fairly easy, so I did not really feel the need for one. Second, whenever the going was even remotely iffy (uneven, steep etc.), my porter would be at my side to offer a hand (literally). If you normally hike with trekking poles (I don't), then you might find a walking stick more useful than I did. Whether to bring poles rather than use one of the local walking sticks may come down to how much room you have in your luggage. We were trying to travel light (because of the luggage weight restrictions on the small planes that we would be on in Kenya) so, if I normally used trekking poles, I probably would have left them at home and used one of the local walking sticks. I have no doubt that the guides would have provided me with two sticks if I had asked.
We were lucky not to encounter any fire ants. We did not have bug spray with us, but I certainly saw guests at park headquarters spraying their clothing and footwear. I had read that bug repellant is not effective against the ants, so we had not bothered to pack any.
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Thanks again. I do regularly use poles, and I have a carbon one so it's uber light. Just taking the one. don't need it for uphill, it's mostly for downhill. I travel with one backpack, and a gear bag, and have to separate for different excursions due to the weight. Normal luggage is out of the question as it just weighs too much.
I find that Coleman makes the best bug spray that I've found works all over the world, and it costs dearly. It sounds as though the best prevention is full coverup, which is easily accomplished.
Your suggestions about the tips in different envelopes was really such a simple and thoughtful one to take care of in advance. I'm going to take care of it even before I leave the country. I always plan for tip money but I love the organization of this in advance, and the sense of specialness that people get their own envelopes. I'm going to use this from now on as well, as I like that touch.
Thanks again. As I am going to be doing a 7-day camel trek, as well as a horse safari, I am bringing extra gear and boots for those adventures as well. My bag will have plenty in it!
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Hi jhubbel
I very rarely come here these days but for some reason decided to have a quick look. I head off next Monday to work in South Africa with injured/orphaned animals, mainly rhino, then onto Rwanda for the gorillas and a bit of gameviewing in the Sabi Sands at the end of our trip. I am taking two nieces with me.
Did the gorillas in June 2013 and I loved it and I have had many many amazing experiences with animals over the years. Haven't really read all the responses above.
I would like to say, please take a porter as this helps the gorillas by making sure the locals have an income and don't have the need to poach! Very important and very easy for us to do but I am amazed at how many people said they backpack was too light to warrant help - not the point at all, even if I had a backpack with nothing in it, I would have a porter. You really need to take a bit of cash each day with the gorillas, as each day last time, we had to tip a different number of people and probably will be the same this time. We did three days last time and the girls and I will do the same again. Just looking above, and yes I also use envelopes for my tipping.
I did use the walking stick and I found it very helpful even with the porter's assistance. We had two easy walks and one very difficult and I used it on all three!
I think we got to just over 4000m and while a bit breathless, we all made it with only one poor woman struggling but she had other issues and with her at the front, then that kept everyone at her pace. If you are very athletic, then don't going charging out the front as that forces everyone at your pace, and it is much easier for everyone, if the slowest goes first and sets the pace.
I will be there middle of February, so seriously hoping it is not too wet as that could make even the easy walks, very tricky!
Kind regards
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It sounds as though you will be on your way shortly. Have a wonderful time. I hope you will post a trip report when you return. I would love to hear about your travels - I am curious about the camel trek. Go well!
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Hi Kaye,
Thanks again for all your thoughts.
Canadian robin in her trip report made some terrific points about hiring porters and appropriate trips. It's simple and appropriate and to your point. I like the idea of hiring locally. In fact I've already got the envelopes laid out for the tips.
As for your comment about being athletic, I am very athletic. However that doesn't mean that I would be a first class jerk and rush to the top and set an inappropriate pace. I understand what you're saying, and appreciate your cautionary advice, but it's a rude person indeed who pulls that kind of stunt.
I have strong feelings about group integrity. I'm an Army vet, and we don't leave people behind.
Robin, I will be posting trip report segments all along wherever I have wi-fi connections for the whole five weeks. I really valued your trip report and all the detailed information. One of my last purchases is going to be that roll of duct tape for my boots!
With any luck I hope to be riding the same camel I had before, Dominique, for whom I am packing a very fine goat hair brush. If he allows me, I plan to treat him to a lovely brush down with its exquisite soft fibers. If he doesn't, I might get some camel spit in the face. Either way I'm sure it'll be a good story!
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I will look forward to your posts.
I was able to find gorilla duct tape at Canadian Tire (a hardware store) - just too perfect. I left what we didn't use with Innocent (our guide), and he was thrilled.
Good luck with the camel - and yes, a great story either way. Dare I ask where one buys a goat hair brush??
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At a very good tack shop. The goat hair brush that I bought had a fancy hand tooled leather handle and a fine wood back for which I shelled out a very pretty penny- about $43, a good bit more than the $12 brushes that filled the bins. This brush was in the case, displayed along with all the other high end treasures. As soon as I touched the bristles I knew I had to have it. However for a neat twenty bucks I just found you one online at Mary's Tack and Feed, and there were others if you Google. I just didn't have the time to wait for the shipment.
I actually passed on the gorilla tape for fear that it might be too difficult to peel off my hiking boots- which are Goretex but I'm not eager to get them muddy. So, one last question- was the gorilla tape fairly easy to remove each day, because if so, it's very easy to make an exchange.
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A goat hair brush for the camel! I love it!
As for not being eager to get your boots muddy, depending on the trail conditions they may end up a mess or not.
Some of the attendants at the camps will clean your muddy boots. I am sure you could find one who would like to take on this extra task for some extra money. Sometimes I've just found my footwear all cleaned up without even asking. It was actually touching.
If you will be visiting the camel first, maybe the camel brush could also be put to use as a boot scrubber.
I would fear that the tape would leave a sticky residue on the boots. An interesting use of duct tape--neon orange duct tape--is show near the bottom of post #4 (#s in upper right) in the linked report.
You might consider gators or similar to help protect your boots and feet.
From trip report: About 25% of the people had "Gators" or some kind of ankle guards. The prize went to a group of six who had tucked their pants into their socks and used orange duct tape to tape the top of their socks and parts of their shoes where dirt could enter. Everybody was taking pictures of their feet. I asked my guide Kirenga about the ankle guards, especially in the wet season. He remarked that they are useful to keep out dirt and mud but that tucking in socks is sufficient for deterring insects.
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You are going to spoil Dominique! Lucky camel!
We had no difficulty getting the gorilla tape off our running shoes (no residue left behind) - in fact, given the mud and damp, the tape did not stick as well as I would have liked, so our shoes did get a bit muddy. I did wonder at the time if regular old duct tape would have worked better. As Lynn suggests, we did wear short gators, which helped protect our shoes somewhat - but more so our pants.
Virunga Lodge took our shoes from us when we arrived back at the lodge parking lot after each trek, and gave us flip-flops to wear to our room. About two hours later, our shoes were brought to our room. We were amazed! They looked better than before the treks - absolutely spotless. I was afraid that the staff had washed the shoes and that they would be wet, but they were perfectly dry. I have no idea how the staff at the lodge accomplished this. This (shoe cleaning) service seems pretty standard at all of the lodges. At Virunga Lodge there was no charge.
Have a wonderful trip! I will watch for your posts.
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Thanks again. Deep in my backpack is a pair of excellent gaiters made for this very purpose. The pants I will be wearing are made of a fabric that is advertised to be strong enough so that you don't need gaiters but they of course don't cover your boots, hence the need for the tape. The gaiters I own are hard core mountain climbing types for tough rocks, weeds, thorns, the fun stuff. I researched the nettles too, and am bringing not only the gloves but also the antihistamine cream to deal with the stings should I happen to take a roll in some. I have on more than one occasion dropped trou only to land on a thorn bush; it would be just my luck, if nothing else it would make a funny story after the pain subsided. It's one reason to skip lots of coffee in the morning if for no other reason to avoid giving the ants and nettles additional geography to aim at..as it were.
Given that this goat brush cost me a minor fortune I probably won't be using it to clean my boots. I will however use it on the horse I am riding along the Nile, and if the nettles itch, perhaps....well, you never know. Dominique comes later in the trip as does the horse.
All so very helpful, thanks again.
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The goat brush will be doing its own trip report!
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It'll be keeping a diary of its own!
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Thats pretty freakin nice Tim. I gotta come check it out now. Yesterday i put a new set of tires on my truck i'll get some pics up.
Very nice!
nice truck and good luck
sweeeeeeet.....where do you buy those new fords???Danvers ford?i bring mine up there from gloucester to get serviced and worked on when theres a problem...did the plow come from brake&clutch....you know wat would look good on that, is S/S diamond plated sideboards and matching S/S toolboxes under the dumpdody...nice to see somone close with some nice trucks - keep it up , GOOD LUCK!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
dont mind me asking but, wat are the montly payments on that truck, im looking into buying a newer dump next spring, dont know whether to go brand new or mid or old , so it would be helpful ..thanks!!!!
that is one clean looking ride there good luck with it and hope it makes you money.
That is a very nice truck an plow!
Wow sweet truck! How many accounts are you up to?
Is it just me or does it look like the plow is really close to the front bumper? Is it attached to the truck in those pics?
VERY, VERY sweet, It's no bad they get all dirty from the salt in the winter time huh
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