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Aurangabad Municipal Corporation Recruitment 2014 – Walk in Interview for Staff Nurse, ANM, Pharmacist and other Vacancies:Aurangabad Municipal Corporation, Maharashtra has announced a notification for conducting walk-in-Interview for the recruitment of various Posts. Applications are invited for filling up 132 Staff Nurse, Pharmacist, Lab Technician and ANM vacancies. Eligible and interested candidates may attend walk in interview on 10th and 11th June 2014. More details mentioned below.
Aurangabad Municipal Corporation Vacancy Details:
Organization Name: Aurangabad Municipal Corporation
Name of the Post:
- Staff Nurse: 28 Posts
- Pharmacist: 14 Posts
- Lab Technician: 14 Posts
- ANM: 76 Posts
Age Limit: Candidates upper age limit should not exceed 38 years. Age relaxation is applicable.
Educational Qualifications: Candidates must possess the qualification of 12th class (Science) and pass in GNM for Staff Nurse, D.Pharm for Pharamcist, pass in B.Sc & DMLT for Lab Technician, 10th class & pass in ANM for Technician Posts.
Application Fee: No application fee is required for the above posts in RITES. Read more.
Selection Process: Candidates will be selected based on their performance in Interview.
How to Apply:All those candidates who wish to apply for Staff Nurse, Pharmacist, Lab Technician and ANM posts in in Aurangabad Municipal Corporation, they are required to attend walk in interview along with one copy of recent passport size photograph to Interview Venue.
Interview Venue:
Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Research Centre, Amkhas Maidan, Aurangabad.
Important Dates:
Submission of Application for ANM Posts: 10-06-2014.
Date & Time of Interview for ANM Posts: 10-06-2014.
Submission of Application for Remaining Posts: 11-06-2014.
Date & Time of Interview for Remaining Posts: 11-06-2014.
Interview Venue: Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Research Centre, Amkhas Maidan, Aurangabad.
More Details: Candidates are advised to read official recruitment notification for more details aboutRITESLimited Recruitment for Staff Nurse, Pharmacist, Lab Technician and ANM posts regarding age limit, educational qualifications, last date, pay scale, how to apply and application form.
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As laptop sales keep climbing, the market for cases to protect those expensive computers is growing, too. In addition to solid protection, buyers want convenience and a touch of fashion.
SANTA ANA, Calif. — The Performance Messenger bag at Gap will set you back $34.50 and has room for your laptop computer and maybe a towel to wrap around the delicate machine.
But will you regret skimping on a quality computer bag when the canvas tote accidentally crashes to the ground at an airline's check-in counter?
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Laptop bags promise to keep your computer safe, and many are tested to survive a 3-foot drop. Comfort tweaks and pockets of convenience are innovations from the specialty makers, such as leading manufacturer Targus and rival Mobile Edge.
But the ergonomic handle, hidden airline-ticket pocket and extra padding are going to cost you. And people are willing to pay it.
"Computer bags are critical to business professionals who are carrying their precious computer with them, which can be $2,000 to $3,000 of equipment," said Peter Cobb, co-founder and senior vice president of eBags.com, an Internet retailer that sells more than 1,000 laptop bags on its site. "It has everything in their life in there — their spreadsheets, documents. To some people in the population, it's pretty critical to protect their computer."
Laptop bags began replacing briefcases in the 1980s as the availability of portable PCs grew. Targus, founded in 1983, was one of the early companies to pounce on this growing niche with its iconic black leather bag.
Laptop-computer sales continued to grow, even as desktop-PC sales foundered in recent years. Last year, laptop sales were on target to grow 21 percent to $57.3 million this year, according to market researcher International Data Corp.
Computer bags have likewise flourished.
"When you go into a store to buy a [bag], it can be very overwhelming with 30 cases to choose from," said Todd Gormick, Targus' global business-development manager.
His tips? Start with a bag that fits your personality, from a sporty backpack to the new trend of fashionable cases. Make sure your computer fits. And look inside.
"It's really about digging through the case and seeing the features and functions," Gormick said. "You may look at the $99 price tag as expensive when you could buy a $19.99 bag at Old Navy, but then you see the construction, the quality."
On its high-end bags, which top out around $200, Targus has AirTrak wheels, which are air-filled tires that offer a shock-absorbing ride. Its SafePORT Air Cushion is made up of a layer of foam and rubber and has small holes to allow air to escape when under pressure.
Other features include a pullout water-bottle holder, a removable CD sleeve and a retractable ticket holder that slides in and out of its pocket.
As the market has grown, so has competition. EBags carries some 50 brands of laptop bags, and everyday it adds more laptop-related products, Cobb said.
"In the laptop market, you get what you pay for," Cobb said. "The top brand names are making excellent products. What is interesting in the laptop category is that there is no true leader, and it has opened the market for some niche players, like Mobile Edge and Road Wired."
Heavy competition almost persuaded David Cartwright to abandon the business after leaving a 15-year career at Targus. Then he discovered the undertapped market that mixed fashion and quality.
His new company, Mobile Edge, sells bags with style, such as the pink-suede laptop tote that shares 10 percent of its $200 price with the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation.
"Most of the designer bags that say they fit a computer don't offer the protection," said Cartwright, whose company uses SafetyCell, a heavy egg-crate foam, to protect PCs.
Mobile Edge tests a bag by dropping it on its edge from 3 feet. On its premium messenger bags, it added features such as gel-cushioned handles, a shock-absorbing bungee strap to alleviate shoulder pressure and a pocket made of zinc that kills wireless signals so that a phone can't disturb a meeting.
For products geared toward women, Mobile Edge didn't skimp on materials or features. There's embossed leather, double-stitched handles to prevent thread breakage and special zippers from YKK Fastening that won't fall apart.
"We use the same microfiber material as Kate Spade," Cartwright said.

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Our cardiac and vascular services include programs that help patients achieve a heart-healthy lifestyle, as well as provide diagnosis, treatment and rehabilitation before, during and after a cardiac event.
At the Heart and Vascular Center at South Baldwin Regional Medical Center, board-certified cardiologists and vascular surgeons, specially trained cardiac nurses and technologists work hand-in-hand to help patients and their families feel comfortable, safe and informed during cardiovascular procedures. We are Baldwin's County's only accredited echocardiography laboratory.
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New England Style home with detached garage and a detached shop building on a corner lot. Main level includes kitchen, living room and 2 bedrooms. 2nd floor is ready to finish for an additional 2 bedrooms and bath. The shop includes a 2nd floor. 3 building set on a 5.06 acre lot. The property has frontage on the Lamprey river. Nice scenic road, lots of potential here.This is a Fannie Mae Homepath property.
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Discussion in 'Hosting' started by papa_ji, Jul 1, 2016.
Seems like every other week it goes down?
Well my site is down and so is blueangelhost cpanel. I see the same via VPN and from a VPS so I very much doubt it has to do with my ISP. Funnily enough, their landing page and billing page are up.
sorry for the long downtime.
we have already made Announcement yesterday that there is broken SSD on shared server and for this reason cPanel and all shared hosting websites are down. Hard ware failure is not controlled and it can happen in every DataCenter.
However we have received new SSD drives and right now our technicians are moving your sites to the new SSD drives.
we will require another 8 to 12 hours to move all the data. we are working hard to reduce the downtime.
sorry again for the inconvenience.
I will update again on this Thread when the problem is fixed
This is already second time this month and this is really long downtime, as i can see it's been more then 2 days down. I'm thinking about refund.
Me too.
When do you going to fix this problem, i'm waiting already 3 days.
Anyone here believe that SSD broken?
After 3 days my site is still down, I want refound the money.
Unfortunately you get what you pay for.
Refound the money Invoice #8941
48hrs later and still nothing
its already more then 8 days downtime for my sites , hope its soon get fixed
The cpanel and file manager is to not working
It's funny. The blueangelhost server is running, but their website is not responding.
blueangelhost's .com server resolves to IP 22.214.171.124
And according to a web ping:
Both IP's of nameserver are pingable, and online, as is the server:
--- PING 22.214.171.124 (188.8.131.52) 56(84) bytes of data. ---
64 bytes from 184.108.40.206: icmp_seq=1 ttl=59 time=32.3 ms
64 bytes from 184.108.40.206: icmp_seq=2 ttl=59 time=32.4 ms
64 bytes from 22.214.171.124: icmp_seq=3 ttl=59 time=32.3 ms
64 bytes from 126.96.36.199: icmp_seq=4 ttl=59 time=32.3 ms
--- 22.214.171.124 ping statistics ---
packets transmitted 4
received 4
packet loss 0 %
time 3002 ms
--- PING 18.104.22.168 (22.214.171.124) 56(84) bytes of data. ---
64 bytes from 126.96.36.199: icmp_seq=1 ttl=59 time=29.5 ms
64 bytes from 126.96.36.199: icmp_seq=2 ttl=59 time=29.4 ms
64 bytes from 220.127.116.11: icmp_seq=3 ttl=59 time=29.5 ms
64 bytes from 188.8.131.52: icmp_seq=4 ttl=59 time=29.5 ms
--- 126.96.36.199 ping statistics ---
packets transmitted 4
received 4
packet loss 0 %
time 3003 ms
Trying to access the server using WHM port works: https://184.108.40.206:2087/
So something is very wrong with blueangelhost's main website as well. Server is working, domain is pointing to server, but website is missing.
can i ask which service are you using for your tube site?
OP is Scammer, I bought new host plan from Other company but I need backup of my File / site, after 4 days he never answered to my ticket
So guys this thread IS SCAM FOR SURE, Im going to start new thread in shit list on BHW
Guys Believe Me he is scammer for Sure, Anyone here believe that SSD broken? And he Cant fix it after 5 days?
You should always have your own backups. I always tell my clients, many pay about $6/month for additional off-site backups.
we have moved all client's data to new server which has better hardware, all sites will be up tonight
Your main website is down.
There is no issue with main website it is accessible worldwide without any issue
Still down, what a surprise...
My site has been down for days. I have lost tons of business. I am no longer interested in your service, and want to cancel my subscription.
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LONDON (Reuters) - British government bond yields rose to their highest since the results of the country's vote to leave the European Union on Friday as a weakening pound stoked inflation expectations.
UK 10-year yields rose 6 basis points to 1.085 percent, the highest since June 24, according to Reuters data.
Sterling fell 0.5 percent against the dollar, and remained close to a record low in trade-weighted terms.
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For the months of January and February, we are collecting supplies for our soldiers. See the list below.
Wool socks, handkerchiefs, hand towels, shower shoes, fleece throws.
Power bars, hard candy, tang type drinks to mix with water, chewing gum, mints, no energy drinks, dried fruit- pocket sizes, canned fruits (no plastic tubs), canned meals (chili, pastas, hearty soups, mac & cheese – not small sized), nuts.
Household wipes, zip-lock bags, paper/pens/pencils, envelopes, postage stamps, AA batteries, 16 oz. stainless steel thermos to fit in uniform pockets (Walmart $9.99), lighters, hand & foot warmers.
Foot powder, baby powder & lotion, lip balm, mouth wash, Q-tips, deodorant, soap, shampoo, baby wipes, antibacterial hand cleansers, disposable razors, shaving gel, moisturizers, toothpaste, toothbrushes.
Books, board games, playing cards, DVD's, music CD's or cassettes, videotapes of popular TV shows, phone cards, disposable cameras, magazines, puzzle books.
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Descrierea jobului - România
What you will have to do: Besides implementing interactive Web Applications and screen designs using modern front-end technologies, a software developer for this position will be responsible for the preparation of requirement analysis and will accompany the project, create the technical concepts and carry out effort estimates. He or she will be part of existing teams working on current and future software products and will actively communicate with the customer's technical contact partner.
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It can be a challenge locating a specific log message when Errors and Logs from different servers, apps, and environments are are constantly being captured by the Errors and Logs Dashboards. With the improved Filters and Fields solution, you can easily zero in on a certain error or log message by simply applying the right fields and filters to your search. Below will give you an in depth look at how to best use this feature to quickly find what you are looking for.
Fields and Filters Overview
The interface for controlling the fields panel and filters bar include several different functionalities to make searching for errors and logs easier. Below will discuss the different parts of the screen as shown on the Logs Dashboard.
The Fields Panel
The Fields panel reflects the structure of a tree document that has categories and subcategories. You can view deeper fields by expanding applicable parent containers by clicking on the chevron icon next to the container.
You can select or deselect a field using the checkboxes to determine which log messages will appear in the dashboard. To filter the results, select the funnel icon next to the field to open the filter screen.
Note: For some fields there will be a grayed out icon indicating that a given field is not searchable.
Adjusting the Fields Panel
You can pin the panel to shift over the dashboard so the fields panel will remain expanded. You can also adjust the width of the panel up to 50% of the screen using the width adjusting icon seen above.
The Filters Bar
When you apply a filter from the Fields panel, the filter bar will appear above the log messages from the dashboard. All active filters will show up in the filter bar, along with the count of filter values being applied. The individual filter values will appear when hovering over a filter category. Filter values for different categories can be removed, or all filters can be removed at once by selecting "Reset".
The list of fields in the panel reflect what messages are flowing into the dashboard. Each field in the panel can be selected to appear in the logs by selecting the appropriate checkbox. Below will show you the different types of filters you can apply to a field based on its category
Applying Different Filter Types
The filter types that are available are determined on the data in the field category. To get to the Filters view as shown below, select the filters icon. One of the following filter types will appear:
Boolean Data Filter
Boolean filters are used to apply a "True" or "False" filter for applicable fields.
Numeric Data Filter
Numeric Data is used to apply a range to filter. Input in either textbox is optional.
String Data Filter
String data is given a list of terms to filter on with the option to add additional terms that are not in the list. For performance, the list is limited to the top 100 terms. You can see the count of those terms within the searched time frame on the right column and you can sort by either column. Use the search bar to quickly filter the list down to what you are looking for. Alternatively, you can add a specific term not in the list by typing it into the search bar and clicking the "+" button to the right. If that specific term is in the list, it will be selected. All selected terms will be visible regardless of what is in the search box.
Saved Searches
You can save your searches so you can easily revisit them later in the Searches panel. Saving a search will apply any fields/filter combination you have set prior to clicking "Save".
In the Searches panel you can view that search or copy the URL of a search you saved so you can bookmark it for easy retrieval later.
Filters and Fields for the Error Dashboard
The Error Dashboard has App names, Environment names, and Host/Server names as default filters. When a given filter is applied, the filter will be highlighted green to show that it is active.


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Distance learning refers to an educational system where the educational offering is conducted online. The goal of distance learning is to provide access to the part of the population who would not be able to attend a physical campus. Students may not be able to attend a physical campus because they live too far from a physical campus to attend regular classes; and/or the students require the flexibility to study at home.
The students have access to classes, class content, tests, homework, grades, and assessments. There is also a social space where students and teacher can interact through threaded discussions or chat.
Institutions providing distance learning must verify that the server containing the class content (typically video streams), and class conferencing software (for interactions among students and the teacher) is sufficiently robust so that students on the slowest speed connections have an acceptable "experience" with the distance learning solution.
The Maxwell Network Emulator permits an IT manager to emulate multiple students accessing the distance learning server over a range of connection types. The IT manager may dial in a "scenario" that emulates the performance of the connection under adverse network conditions for each student. In this way, the IT manager can appropriately characterize and provision the load on the server to assure that each student has a positive experience with the distance learning application.


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Ask Our Lawyer - December 2012
Q. Do You Want To See Some Of The Best Motorcycles, Motorcycle Art And Advertising Ever Produced?
A. How about the 1902 Indian (only 2 in existence), or a 1905 Harley, or a 1916 Indian, or the 1929 Indian Scout (the one favored at county fairs in the wooden barrel WALL OF DEATH because of weight and handling), or a 1942 Indian four cylinder Police Model, or say a 1948 Indian Chief Roadmaster next to a 1953 Chino Panhead, like you would have found in Hollister California in 1948, or the "Easy Rider Bike" that was burned in the movie and later restored, or Evel Knievel's jump bike next to Russ Hess' "Art Attack" and more? If you like that sort of thing then go to the Eiteljorg Museum at White River State Park in Indianapolis from March 10 through August 5, 2012. Get ready to enjoy it folks because they are planning the best motorcycle art show in the country. It is called "STEEL PONIES: MOTORCYCLES AND THE AMERICAN WEST."
This exhibit will feature production American made motorcycles during motorcycles' early years. Racing, stunts, delivery, transportation, touring, and military uses will be featured. This exhibit will be one of the first to address the popularity of motorcycles as an expression of identity and as an art form. The curators at the Eiteljorg have assembled a one-of-a-kind show with artwork, period graphics and advertising from the old days. Don't miss it. Stay tuned on this one for more information.
My New Handle: Sidecar Rod
Doesn't A Side Hack Have All Of The Disadvantages Of A Motorcycle With None Of The Advantages?
I must confess. I have always wanted a side hack for what many will say is for no good reason. A friend of mine once said that a "side car has all the disadvantages of a motorcycle with absolutely none of the advantages." I let that expression guide me for over three decades. I have now struck a blow for liberty. By the time the January edition of this column appears, I will be a "side hack" owner - for good or bad. You can then honestly call me "Sidecar Rod." My motivation - I am running out of time. And I had two life-altering events hit me between the eyes. The first was running into Bob Heady at the license branch plating his side car rig. Bob is one of those guys you can't get enough of. A former Marion County Deputy Sheriff, he went on to become a Federal Bomb Demolition Expert. And just in time to go to Oklahoma City to investigate the bombing there and get his fill of Timothy McVeigh. You talk about a fascinating human being - Bob Heady is it. And know one knows more about the pitfalls of a side hack and its beauty.
After only about 15 minutes of setting next to him waiting on license plates, I knew that my '84 shovel FLH was going to have a rebirth of freedom and was going to have three wheels, despite arguments from my friends to the contrary. So off I went to LA Cycle in Whitestown. The owner is Larry Averitt and he just happens to be the side car master. Years ago, Larry said he was coming to the Miracle Ride with his triplets. I wondered how he was going to pull that one off until I saw him roll in with a FLH and side hack. There, bunched up in the side car was Larry's triplets. Now that was a photo-op and a justifiably proud father if there ever was one. I don't have triplets, but I do have a pair of shelter dogs that my wife and I just adopted. They are the second life-altering event. These girls want to go for a ride and they will - as soon as Larry gets done with the shovelhead. After a few trial runs, I am convinced they will become side-car queens.
P.S. My friends have promised me a personlized concrete block and a 50 # lead wieght. They said something about right hand turns. I will soon learn exactly what they were referring to.
Surviving the Close Encounter
Q: My local chapter might have a big problem. We sponsor a charity ride every year, and we insist that all riders and passengers sign a release and waiver. This year, we had somebody jump the gate and get injured during the ride. He has said he is going to sue us for failing to provide a safe ride. Since he didn't sign a release and waiver, are we screwed? - ABATE MEMBER
A: As I have long said, the best thing you can do to protect your organization is to have a release and waiver signed by each participant and make sure you have procedures in place to make sure that everyone signs it. Sometimes, however, someone will slip over the gate and get into the ride without signing the release, despite the best efforts of the organizers. Always one of my big fears.
A recent opinion by the California Court of Appeals may provide you some breathing room. In that case, a couple injured in a recreational motorcycle ride sued because the ride did not have a police escort. The Plaintiff was an experienced rider and had signed waivers for previous rides, but somehow got in the ride without signing a waiver, including previous years of the same ride in which they were injured. The Court of Appeals ruled that the injured couple "assumed the risk" of the ride.
The couple on the ride were injured when a van swerved into their lane causing a collision. The court ruled that the couple had waived any right to sue even though they had not signed a waiver for this ride but had signed such waivers in previous rides. (As I said earlier, waivers are still needed but this case helps with those that sneak into an event without signing a waiver) The court held that the risk of participating in a motorcycle ride with a large number of participants along public highways is self-evident, and that the risk of being injured while in a motorcycle procession is well known as all rides do not have police escorts. The rule is that a voluntary participant in a recreational activity cannot recover damages for injury from a co-participant or organizer if the injury arises from a risk inherent in the activity and defendant does nothing to increase that risk. The court held that the lack of police escorts did not increase the risk of injury on a public highway.
This case is a victory for all organized motorcycle rides in this country and should result in lowering of insurance premiums for events- for those that can get insurance. Recreational activity organizers can breathe a little easier with this court decision if it becomes the trend in all states.
NOTE: Marc Falsetti was the legal beagle on this one. Marc, thank you for your good eye.
Remember, injured ABATE members pay only 28 ½% of total recovery and expenses as approved by client, consistent with and conforming to applicable state law. Elsewhere, you may pay 33 ⅓%, 40% or even 50% of your recovery. And, ABATE members are not charged for recovery of damage to your motorcycle, and have access to a 24-hour toll-free telephone number.
Call us at (800) 25-RIDER
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"Story of redemption" 19 April 2013 110 mins
The film revolves around Meera, a happy corporate wife and cookbook writer whose life turns upside down when her husband walks out on their marriage. Responsible for not just her children but her mother and grandmother and their old family home in Bangalore, Meera takes up a part-time job with a cyclone studies expert, who is dealing with his own traumatic past. The two narratives come together and, through a series of coincidences, the lives of Meera and her employer get intertwined in strange ways. Parallels are constantly drawn between life and the unpredictability of cyclones.
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Warden: Victim in fatal kayaking accident on Geneva Lake was a novice and not well-equipped
LAKE GENEVA—Kayaking can be a fun summer activity, but paddlers need to understand the weather conditions and carry the right equipment, a state recreational safety warden says.
Poor paddling conditions and shoddy equipment might have contributed to the death of a kayaker in Geneva Lake on Thursday evening.
Twenty-one-year-old Ramese Huerta and a 21-year-old woman were kayaking near Covenant Harbor Bible Camp when Huerta's kayak tipped over shortly before 6:30 p.m., said Jason Roberts, a warden who works for the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources.
The water temperature was 54 degrees, and the air temperature was in the low 60s at the time, Roberts said.
At some point, the woman's kayak tipped over as well, leaving them stranded in the water roughly 150 feet from shore, Roberts said.
Neither Huerta nor the woman had personal flotation devices, he said.
A man walking near the shoreline heard their screams and dove into the water, swam out to them and pulled the woman in. By the time he reached the shoreline with the woman, Huerta had gone under water and did not resurface, Roberts said.
First responders arrived on the scene within the hour and tried to resuscitate Huerta but were unsuccessful, according to a Lake Geneva Fire Department news release.
The woman is being treated for hypothermia, Roberts said.
While 54 degrees might not seem terribly cold, being submerged in 54-degree water can cause hypothermia, Roberts said.
The accident is being investigated as a drowning, but the Walworth County Medical Examiner has not issued an official cause of death.
The water temperature likely played a role in Huerta's inability to swim to shore, Roberts said.
Dr. James MacNeal, EMS coordinator for Mercyhealth, said hypothermia can be difficult to treat.
"It depends on how cold the water is, how much air exposure you have," he said.
Hypothermia occurs when the body's core temperature drops to an unsustainable level. The heart becomes irritated and eventually develops an irregular beat that proves fatal, MacNeal said.
Roberts said a friend loaned the kayaks to Huerta and the woman. They were poor-quality, sit-in kayaks that are prone to tipping.
Huerta and the woman were not experienced kayakers, and the conditions were not appropriate for learning, Roberts said.
His word of warning to kayakers: Be aware of water and weather conditions and always bring personal flotation devices with you.


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Privatization and Government's Preference under Mixed Oligopoly: A Generalization
In this paper, we generalize Kato's (Economics Bulletin, 2008) model by allowing many private firms in the mixed oligopoly setting, rather than the mixed duopoly framework of Kato (2008). By introducing the government's preference for tax revenues into the theoretical framework of mixed oligopoly, we show that Kato's results are robust when there are many private firms. That is, as the number of private firms increases, both total output and the government's payoff in the mixed oligopoly are larger than those in the private oligopoly if and only the weight of the government's preferences on tax revenues increases and vice versa.
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A likely solar storm in 2012, coinciding with the Olympics in London, could disrupt all communication systems on earth.
London: A likely solar storm in 2012,
coinciding with the Olympics in London, could disrupt all
communication systems on earth, including live broadcasting of
the mega-sporting event, scientists have warned.
"The sun`s activity has a strong influence on the earth.
Space weather can affect the whole population. The Olympics
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earth that could result in a communications blackout.
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2012 when the Olympics are scheduled and fear that the ensuing
solar storm could jam telecommunications satellites and
internet links transmitting live coverage.
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|Scott Pool, Blair Walker
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|Ellipse Technologies, Inc.
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|Patent Citations (97), Non-Patent Citations (49), Referenced by (10), Classifications (21), Legal Events (5)
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The field of the invention generally relates to medical devices for treating disorders of the skeletal system.
Scoliosis is a general term for the sideways (lateral) curving of the spine, usually in the thoracic or thoracolumbar region. Scoliosis is commonly broken up into different treatment groups, Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis, Early Onset Scoliosis and Adult Scoliosis.
Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis (AIS) typically affects children between ages 10 and 16, and becomes most severe during growth spurts that occur as the body is developing. One to two percent of children between ages 10 and 16 have some amount of scoliosis. Of every 1000 children, two to five develop curves that are serious enough to require treatment. The degree of scoliosis is typically described by the Cobb angle, which is determined, usually from x-ray images, by taking the most tilted vertebrae above and below the apex of the curved portion and measuring the angle between intersecting lines drawn perpendicular to the top of the top vertebrae and the bottom of the bottom. The term idiopathic refers to the fact that the exact cause of this curvature is unknown. Some have speculated that scoliosis occurs when, during rapid growth phases, the ligamentum flavum of the spine is too tight and hinders symmetric growth of the spine. For example, as the anterior portion of the spine elongates faster than the posterior portion, the thoracic spine begins to straighten, until it curves laterally, often with an accompanying rotation. In more severe cases, this rotation actually creates a noticeable deformity, wherein one shoulder is lower than the other. Currently, many school districts perform external visual assessment of spines, for example in all fifth grade students. For those students in whom an "S" shape or "C" shape is identified, instead of an "I" shape, a recommendation is given to have the spine examined by a physician, and commonly followed-up with periodic spinal x-rays.
Typically, patients with a Cobb angle of 20° or less are not treated, but are continually followed up, often with subsequent x-rays. Patients with a Cobb angle of 40° or greater are usually recommended for fusion surgery. It should be noted that many patients do not receive this spinal assessment, for numerous reasons. Many school districts do not perform this assessment, and many children do not regularly visit a physician, so often, the curve progresses rapidly and severely. There is a large population of grown adults with untreated scoliosis, in extreme cases with a Cobb angle as high as or greater than 90°. Many of these adults, though, do not have pain associated with this deformity, and live relatively normal lives, though oftentimes with restricted mobility and motion. In AIS, the ratio of females to males for curves under 10° is about one to one, however, at angles above 30°, females outnumber males by as much as eight to one. Fusion surgery can be performed on the AIS patients or on adult scoliosis patients. In a typical posterior fusion surgery, an incision is made down the length of the back and Titanium or stainless steel straightening rods are placed along the curved portion. These rods are typically secured to the vertebral bodies, for example with hooks or bone screws, or more specifically pedicle screws, in a manner that allows the spine to be straightened. Usually, at the section desired for fusion, the intervertebral disks are removed and bone graft material is placed to create the fusion. If this is autologous material, the bone is harvested from a hip via a separate incision.
Alternatively, the fusion surgery may be performed anteriorly. A lateral and anterior incision is made for access. Usually, one of the lungs is deflated in order to allow access to the spine from this anterior approach. In a less-invasive version of the anterior procedure, instead of the single long incision, approximately five incisions, each about three to four cm long are made in several of the intercostal spaces (between the ribs) on one side of the patient. In one version of this minimally invasive surgery, tethers and bone screws are placed and are secured to the vertebra on the anterior convex portion of the curve. Currently, clinical trials are being performed which use staples in place of the tether/screw combination. One advantage of this surgery in comparison with the posterior approach is that the scars from the incisions are not as dramatic, though they are still located in a visible area, when a bathing suit, for example, is worn. The staples have had some difficulty in the clinical trials. The staples tend to pull out of the bone when a critical stress level is reached.
In some cases, after surgery, the patient will wear a protective brace for a few months as the fusing process occurs. Once the patient reaches spinal maturity, it is difficult to remove the rods and associated hardware in a subsequent surgery, because the fusion of the vertebra usually incorporates the rods themselves. Standard practice is to leave this implant in for life. With either of these two surgical methods, after fusion, the patient's spine is now straight, but depending on how many vertebra were fused, there are often limitations in the degree of flexibility, both in bending and twisting. As these fused patients mature, the fused section can impart large stresses on the adjacent non-fused vertebra, and often, other problems including pain can occur in these areas, sometimes necessitating further surgery. This tends to be in the lumbar portion of the spine that is prone to problems in aging patients. Many physicians are now interested in fusionless surgery for scoliosis, which may be able to eliminate some of the drawbacks of fusion.
One group of patients in which the spine is especially dynamic is the subset known as Early Onset Scoliosis (EOS), which typically occurs in children before the age of five, and more often in boys than in girls. This is a more rare condition, occurring in only about one or two out of 10,000 children, but can be severe, sometimes affecting the normal development of organs. Because of the fact that the spines of these children will still grow a large amount after treatment, non-fusion distraction devices known as growing rods and a device known as the VEPTR—Vertical Expandable Prosthetic Titanium Rib ("Titanium Rib") have been developed. These devices are typically adjusted approximately every six months, to match the child's growth, until the child is at least eight years old, sometimes until they are 15 years old. Each adjustment requires a surgical incision to access the adjustable portion of the device. Because the patients may receive the device at an age as early as six months old, this treatment requires a large number of surgeries. Because of the multiple surgeries, these patients have a rather high preponderance of infection.
Returning to the AIS patients, the treatment methodology for those with a Cobb angle between 20° and 40° is quite controversial. Many physicians proscribe a brace (for example, the Boston Brace), that the patient must wear on their body and under their clothes 18 to 23 hours a day until they become skeletally mature, for example to age 16. Because these patients are all passing through their socially demanding adolescent years, it is quite a serious prospect to be forced with the choice of either wearing a somewhat bulky brace that covers most of the upper body, having fusion surgery that may leave large scars and also limit motion, or doing nothing and running the risk of becoming disfigured and possibly disabled. It is commonly known that many patients have at times hidden their braces, for example, in a bush outside of school, in order to escape any related embarrassment. The patient compliance with brace wearing has been so problematic that there have been special braces constructed which sense the body of the patient, and keep track of the amount of time per day that the brace is worn. Patients have even been known to place objects into unworn braces of this type in order to fool the sensor. Coupled with the inconsistent patient compliance with brace usage, is a feeling by many physicians that braces, even if used properly, are not at all effective at curing scoliosis. These physicians may agree that bracing can possibly slow down or even temporarily stop curve (Cobb angle) progression, but they have noted that as soon as the treatment period ends and the brace is no longer worn, often the scoliosis rapidly progresses, to a Cobb angle even more severe than it was at the beginning of treatment. Some say the reason for the supposed ineffectiveness of the brace is that it works only on a portion of the torso, and not on the entire spine. Currently a prospective, randomized 500 patient clinical trial known as BrAIST (Bracing in Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis Trial) is enrolling patients, 50% of whom will be treated with the brace and 50% of who will simply be watched. The Cobb angle data will be measured continually up until skeletal maturity, or until a Cobb angle of 50° is reached, at which time the patient will likely undergo surgery.
Many physicians feel that the BrAIST trial will show that braces are completely ineffective. If this is the case, the quandary about what to do with AIS patients who have a Cobb angle of between 20° and 40° will only become more pronounced. It should be noted that the "20° to 40°" patient population is as much as ten times larger than the "40° and greater" patient population.
Currently, genetic scientists are at work to find one or more genes that may predispose scoliosis. Once identified, some are still skeptical as to whether gene therapy would be possible to prevent scoliosis, however the existence of a scoliosis gene would no doubt allow for easier and earlier identification of probable surgical patients.
In a first embodiment, a spinal distraction system includes a distraction rod having a first end and a second end, the first end being configured for affixation to a subject's spine at a first location, the distraction rod having a second end containing a recess having a threaded portion disposed therein. The distraction system further includes an adjustable portion configured for placement relative to the subject's spine at a second location remote from the first location, the adjustable portion comprising a housing containing a magnetic assembly, the magnetic assembly affixed at one end thereof to a lead screw via a locking pin passing transversely through the lead screw, the lead screw operatively coupled to the threaded portion.
In a second embodiment, a spinal distraction system includes a distraction rod having a first end and a second end, the first end being configured for affixation to a subject's spine at a first location, the distraction rod having a second end containing a recess having a threaded portion disposed therein. The adjustable portion is configured for placement relative to the subject's spine at a second location remote from the first location, the adjustable portion includes a housing containing a magnetic assembly, the magnetic assembly affixed at one end thereof to a lead screw, the lead screw operatively coupled to the threaded portion. The system further includes a recess disposed in an interior portion of the housing adjacent to one end, the recess having at least one o-ring therein dimensioned to form a fluid tight seal with the distraction rod.
In many Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis (AIS) patients with a Cobb angle of 40° or greater, spinal fusion surgery is typically the first option.
Each vertebra is different from the other vertebra by its size and shape, with the upper vertebra generally being smaller than the lower vertebra. However, generally, the vertebrae have a similar structure and include a vertebral body 516, a spinous process 518, 520, laminae 526, transverse processes 521, 522 and pedicles 524. In this embodiment, the distraction device 200 includes a distraction rod 206 which is adjustable (lengthwise) via a coupled adjustable portion 208. The distraction device 200 is fixated to the spine 500 via a clamp 600 at the upper end 202 of the distraction rod 206. In
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In order to further facilitate this de-rotation, the distraction device 200 may allow for free rotation at its ends. For example, the adjustable portion 208 may be coupled to the connecting rod 532 via an articulating joint. U.S. patent application Ser. Nos. 12/121,355 and 12/250,442 describe various articulating interfaces and joints that may be utilized to couple the adjustable portion 108 to the connecting rod 532 or the like.
It should be noted that distraction rod 206 may be precurved with the typical shape of a normal saggital spine, but it should also be noted that the curve may be slightly different than standard scoliosis fusion instrumentation, because in the non-fusion embodiment described herein, the distraction device 200 is not flush with the spine but rather is placed either subcutaneous or sub-fascial, and thus is not below the back muscles. The only portions of the distraction device 200 that are designed to be placed below the muscles are the clamp 600 and the portion of the distraction rod 206 immediately adjacent the clamp 600, the pedicle screw system 531 and the connecting rod 532. Thus,
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Thus, the distraction rod 206 is able to telescope relative to the housing 226 while simultaneously preventing foreign matter from entering the housing 226. While a single o-ring 234 is illustrated in
The o-ring 234 may provide several advantages in keeping foreign materials out of the tubular housing 226. In particular, positive air pressure within the tubular housing 226 may be created during the manufacturing process. The positive air pressure provides additional stored pushing force to aid in distraction of the distraction rod 206. The positive air pressure also aids in preventing ingress of foreign matter. The use of the o-ring 234 within the recess 232 of the o-ring gland 230 permits telescopic movement of the distraction rod 206 while at the same time seals in the interior of the tubular housing 226 from the exterior environment. In vivo animal testing has confirmed that such an arrangement has maintained the integrity of the tubular housing 226 for over seven months. In a seven month study conducted in vivo in pigs, the distraction device 200 was removed and the adjustable portion 208 was fully functional.
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The interface between the lead screw 260 and the magnetic assembly 236 has several functions. The interface must withstand heavy compressive loads. It also may need to withstand large tensile loads. Furthermore, the interface must transmit torque from the rotating magnetic assembly 236 to the lead screw 260. The interface must also maintain the concentric alignment between the lead screw 260 and the nut 214. With respect to compressive loads, these are transmitted down the lead screw 260 and across the locking pin 238 and into the magnetic assembly 236. The magnetic assembly 236, as best seen in
With respect to tensile loads, these are transmitted from the magnetic assembly 236 across the locking pin 238 and up the lead screw 260. The locking pin 238 pulls on the magnetic assembly which is retained by the bearing 246. The locking pin 238 may be made from a strong material such as, for instance, 440C stainless steel that has been heat treated for added strength. For instance, the 440C stainless steel may be heated to achieve a hardness of at least C58 Rockwell. The locking pin 238 may have a length of around 0.185 inches and a diameter of around 0.0314 inches. The ends of the locking pin 238 may be beveled. The ultimate pull strength at which the locking pin 238 fails has been determined in testing to be 353 lbs. Thus, the locking pin 238 retains its structural integrity up to a tensile load force of about 350 lbs. This is significantly higher than the highest expected distraction force. For example, other researchers have found that peak distraction forces experienced by growing rods are at or less than 124 lbs. See Teli et al., Measurement of Forces Generated During Distraction of Growing Rods, J. Child Orthop 1:257-258 (2007). The locking pin 238 described herein thus provides a wide margin of safety given the anticipated distraction forces that are experienced by the distraction rod 206.
Torquing forces are transmitted from the magnetic assembly 236 to the lead screw 260 via the locking pin 238. Because the torque available is limited, even small mechanical losses due to component binding is a problem. Here, however, the clearances between the locking pin 238 and the lead screw 260 allow the lead screw 260 to "wiggle" freely in the upper cup 240 of the magnetic assembly 236.
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In one embodiment, the two permanent magnets 1134, 1136 are configured to rotate at the same angular velocity. In another embodiment, the two permanent magnets 1134, 1136 each have at least one north pole and at least one south pole, and the external adjustment device 1130 is configured to rotate the first magnet 1134 and the second magnet 1136 such that the angular location of the at least one north pole of the first magnet 1134 is substantially equal to the angular location of the at least one south pole of the second magnet 1136 through a full rotation of the first and second magnets 1134, 1136.
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During operation of the external adjustment device 1130, the permanent magnets 1134, 1136 may be driven to rotate the internal permanent magnet 254 through one or more full rotations in either direction to increase or decrease distraction of the distraction device 200 as needed. Of course, the permanent magnets 1134, 1136 may be driven to rotate the internal permanent magnet 254 through a partial rotation as well (e.g., Ľ, ⅛, 1/16, etc.). The use of two magnets 1134, 1136 is preferred over a single external magnet because the internal permanent magnet 254 may not be oriented perfectly at the start of rotation, so one external magnet 1134, 1136 may not be able to deliver its maximum torque, which depends on the orientation of the internal permanent magnet 254 to some degree. However, when two (2) external magnets (1134, 1136) are used, one of the two 1134 or 1136 will have an orientation relative to the internal permanent magnet 254 that is better or more optimal than the other. In addition, the torques imparted by each external magnet 1134, 1136 are additive. In prior art magnetically driven devices, the external driving device is at the mercy of the particular orientation of the internal driven magnet. The two-magnet embodiment described herein is able to guarantee a larger driving torque—as much as 75% more than a one-magnet embodiment in the AIS application—and thus the internal permanent magnet 254 can be designed smaller in dimension, and less massive. A smaller internal permanent magnet 254 will have a smaller image artifact when performing MRI (Magnetic Resonance Imaging), especially important when using pulse sequences such as gradient echo, which is commonly used in breast imaging, and leads to the largest artifact from implanted magnets. In certain configurations, it may even be optimal to use three or more external magnets, including one or more magnets each on two different sides of the body (for example front and back).
The motor 1132 of the external adjustment device 1130 is controlled via a motor control circuit 1078 operatively connected to a programmable logic controller (PLC) 1080. The PLC 1080 outputs an analog signal to the motor control circuit 1078 that is proportional to the desired speed of the motor 1132. The PLC 1080 may also select the rotational direction of the motor 1132 (i.e., forward or reverse). In one aspect, the PLC 1080 receives an input signal from a shaft encoder 1082 that is used to identify with high precision and accuracy the exact relative position of the external magnets 1134, 1136. For example, the shaft encoder 1082 may be an encoder 1175 as described in
In one aspect of the invention, a sensor 1084 is incorporated into the external adjustment device 1130 that is able to sense or determine the rotational or angular position of the internal permanent magnet 254. The sensor 1084 may acquire positional information using, for example, sound waves, ultrasonic waves, light, radiation, or even changes or perturbations in the magnetic or electromagnetic field between the internal permanent magnet 254 and the external magnets 1134, 1136. For example, the sensor 1084 may detect photons or light that is reflected from the internal permanent magnet 254 or a coupled structure (e.g., rotor) that is attached thereto. For example, light may be passed through the patient's skin and other tissue at wavelength(s) conducive for passage through tissue. Portions of the internal permanent magnet 254 or associated structure may include a reflective surface that reflects light back outside the patient as the internal permanent magnet 254 moves. The reflected light can then be detected by the sensor 1084 which may include, for example, a photodetector or the like.
In another aspect, the sensor 1084 may operate on the Hall effect, wherein two additional magnets are located within the implantable assembly. The additional magnets move axially in relation to each other as the internal permanent magnet 254 rotates and therefore as the distraction increases or decreases, allowing the determination of the current size of the restriction device.
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During operation of the system 1076, each patient will have a number or indicia that correspond to the adjustment setting or size of their distraction device 200. This number can be stored on an optional storage device 1088 (as shown in
The patient, therefore, carries their medical record with them, and if, for example, they are in another location, or even country, and need to be adjusted, the RFID tag 1088 has all of the information needed. Additionally, the RFID tag 1088 may be used as a security device. For example, the RFID tag 1088 may be used to allow only physicians to adjust the distraction device 200 and not patients. Alternatively, the RFID tag 1088 may be used to allow only certain models or makes of distraction devices to be adjusted by a specific model or serial number of external adjustment device 1130.
In one aspect, the current size or setting of the distraction device 200 is input into the PLC 1080. This may be done automatically or through manual input via, for instance, the keyboard 1083 that is associated with the PLC 1080. The PLC 1080 thus knows the patient's starting point. If the patient's records are lost, the length of the distraction device may be measured by X-ray and the PLC 1080 may be manually programmed to this known starting point.
The external adjustment device 1130 is commanded to make an adjustment. This may be accomplished via a pre-set command entered into the PLC 1080 (e.g. "increase distraction displacement of distraction device 200 by 0.5 cm" or "increase distraction force of distraction device 200 to 20 pounds"). The PLC 1080 configures the proper direction for the motor 1132 and starts rotation of the motor 1132. As the motor 1132 spins, the encoder 1082 is able to continuously monitor the shaft position of the motor directly, as is shown in
The sensor 1084, which may include a microphone sensor 1084, may be monitored continuously. For example, every rotation of the motor 1132 should generate the appropriate number and pitch of clicks generated by rotation of the permanent magnet inside the distraction device 200. If the motor 1132 turns a full revolution but no clicks are sensed, the magnetic coupling may have been lost and an error message may be displayed to the operator on a display 1081 of the PLC 1080. Similarly, an error message may be displayed on the display 1081 if the sensor 1084 acquires the wrong pitch of the auditory signal (e.g., the sensor 1084 detects a shortening pitch but the external adjustment device 1130 was configured to lengthen).
While embodiments of the present invention have been shown and described, various modifications may be made without departing from the scope of the present invention. The invention, therefore, should not be limited, except to the following claims, and their equivalents.
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- This sturdy device is also designed to be easy to use, which is always appreciated by beginners and experienced craftsmen. The one touch buttons are conveniently placed for easy access, and you will also love the clear labeling which makes it easy to find the function you want. The backlit display is designed to be easy to read in almost any lighting, which is helpful when you can't see the laser beam in direct sunlight. The screen features 2 lines for improved visibility, which makes it easier for you to accurately read the measurements.
- Not only is this laser distance measurer accurate within 1/16″ up to 165 feet, it also includes everything you need to get started. The informative manual will walk you through the simple set up steps, and it also includes 2 AAA batteries. The sturdy casing is designed to protect the device from accidental falls, along with helping to prevent dust and moisture from getting inside the device.
There is very little not to like about this laser measurer, including its ability to automatically calculate the distances for you. This lets you continue working, even when point A or B is not detectable. The sturdy casing is designed to protect the sensitive device from dust, water, and falls, and you will also appreciate the included 2 way warranty. Accurate up to 165 feet and designed to be easy and convenient to use, this laser distance measurer might be exactly what you need to accurately plan your next project.
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Record-Breaking Warmth is Possible in Rockford This Weekend
It appears the groundhog was wrong again. Shorts, flip-flops, BBQ grills and sunglasses are in order for this weekend.
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Saturday and Sunday would be our best chances to break a record. The current record temps are:
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