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Finding animals in furnitureI love to try to "read" an object. Looking at the Elephant Trunk Table (Elefantenruesseltisch in German), it is easy to see why it was so named. What is less clear is why this design came into being. The table's eight legs, which might suggest an octopus, look like elephant trunks. They also suggest the S-shaped cabriole legs found on tables and chairs starting in the first half of the 18th century, such as in this chair, also part of the Museum's collection: elephant trunk, table, furniture |
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Speaking at the annual Autosport Awards event in London on Sunday night, Vettel praised Loeb's ability behind the wheel after the French ace made it nine WRC titles in a row in 2012 with the factory Citroen team.
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Of Vettel's achievements, Loeb said: "Sebastien showed this year that he is really strong in his mind. He had a hard start to the season and then the last race started really badly for him, but finally he was still there and still motivated to close the gap and he came back. It was really hard for him in the car - but he showed he's a real champion and sure he will have some other titles in the future."
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Safety and success on Jebal ToubkalA WINTER ASCENT VIA THE SOUTH COL by Dr Yashvi Wimalasena DiMM Mountain: Jbel Toubkal Route: Winter Ascent via South Col Route Altitude: 4167 m (13671ft) Location: Morocco (31˚ 03' 43" N 7˚ 54' 58" W)
Access: The mountain is most easily accessed from the town of Around. Around is a 2 to 3 hour journey by car from Marrakech. Parties often stop at the town of Imlil (64 km from Marrakech) and walk the final 3 km to Around whilst the bags are transported by 4x4 vehicle to Around. Overview: Jbel Toubkal is the highest mountain in North Africa, standing at 4167 m. Its snowy pyramidal summit is surrounded by several other three and four thousand metre peaks of the High Atlas mountain range. The first recorded ascent was by the French mountaineers Marquis de Segonzac, Vincent Berger and Hubert Dolbeauthe on the 12th June 1923. However it is likely that Berber tribesmen reached the summit in the course of hunting trips long before the first Western 'explorers'. As the highest peak in North Africa, Toubkel is becoming increasingly popular, attracting more than 500 climbers to its slopes every year. Permit: No climbing permits are required Map: Maroc – Croquis AU 1:50 000 – Jbel Toubkal (can be bought in Around) Climbing Season: Toubkal can be climbed all year round. In both summer and winter the most popular route is via the South Col. In summer this is a straightforward trek up steep scree slopes to the summit ridge. Pockets of snow can be found in higher hollows and gullies above 3000 m until early July. In summer Morocco can be very hot with temperatures in the valleys reaching 42 degrees Celsius. However in winter the High Atlas is transformed into an idyllic alpine environment with beautiful jagged snow capped peaks. Steep snow and ice will be encountered on all routes on Toubkal from October, therefore ice axe and crampons are essential. Ascent Profile
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A Suggested Ascent Profile (Pink) and Sleep Altitude (Blue) of Jbel Toubkel (4167m). Route Description: Imlil to Around. Distance 3 km. Altitude gain 183m After the bumpy 2 to 3 hour drive from Marrakech to Imlil, it's a blessing to trek through the rugged mountain terrain and cross a couple of scenic streams en route to the mountain Gite at Around. The trek is a gentle acclimatization walk, which takes about 2 hours and climbs easily from 1747m to 1930m. Adrar el Hajj from Around Around to Nelter refuge. Distance 10 km. Altitude gain 1277 m Starting off after breakfast, the two hour route involves crossing a wide flood plain at the foot of Adrar el Hajj before climbing steeply on the left flank of the valley to the Muslim holy site of Sidi Chamharouch (2284 m). Food and tea can be bought at a number of small cafes here. In winter, the snow line is met at around 2300m. After about 5 hours walking, the beautiful alpine valley between Jbel Toubkal and Adrar n Quanoukrim becomes visible, with the Nelter refuge nestled in the middle of it. The last hour of the ascent is the most strenuous, at over 3200m, but the glorious scenery reminds you why you are there. The refuge is usually reached in time for lunch and the afternoon can be spent refreshing winter climbing skills on the adjoining slopes. There are two shelters at Nelter, Refuge Nelter (sleeps 29) and Refuge Du Toubkal (sleeps 86). Both consist of dorms that accomodate up to 12 people. Indoor toilets and running water are provided at both. Refuge Nelter has a hot water shower which costs 10 dihar, and sells bottled water for 12 dihar (2010 prices). At 3207m some members of your party may develop Acute Mountain Sickness (AMS). Those who are at greatest risk include the young, the obese and those who've previously suffered from AMS. The most common symptom of AMS is headache. Typically, this is most often felt over the forehead and in front of the ears. It is aggravated by any form of exertion and typically improves with rest and treatment with painkillers such as paracetamol (1g every 6 hours) or ibuprofen (600mg every 6 hours). Those with AMS may also suffer from nausea, loss of appetite, tiredness, dizziness and difficulty sleeping. In the event of symptoms persisting or becoming worse, those with AMS should descend to an altitude where they were previously well. The risk of AMS is increased significantly if the altitude you sleep at increases rapidly. Above 3000m, the Wilderness Medical Society recommends an ascent of 500m per day and a rest day every 3 to 4 days of ascent. Therefore the ascent from Around to the Nilter Refuge (1277m) may be a problem for some. See "Dangers – High Altitude Illness" for suggestions on how to adapt your itinerary to deal with this. For further details on AMS and other High Altitude Illnesses see: http://www.theuiaa.org/medical_advice.html#AMS,_HAPE,_HACE_-_Emergency_field_management_ At 3207m sleep may be difficult. Not only will it feel cold and uncomfortable on an unfamilar mattress, but you'll often be woken by the urge to pass urine. This is a normal response to altitude and is a sign that your body is acclimatising. In addition, you may also experience "periodic breathing". This is an irregular breathing pattern that occurs in most of those who ascend to altitude and is the result of a fall in the amount of oxygen available in the atmosphere. Sometimes this feeling can be very disturbing and often leaves you feeling tired the next day. Periodic breathing can be prevented by using acetazolamide (125mg) before you go to bed. It should work immediately and does not need to be taken regularly. Although this dose is very small it can sometimes cause indigestion and tingling in the hands and feet. In those with a sulphur allergy, acetazolamide may cause an anaphylactic reaction. It is therefore worth trying this drug at home first to see whether these side effects are tolerable. Sleep can also be improved by having access to a pee bottle, head torch, alarm clock, hot water bottle, ear plugs, eye shades, toilet paper and additional layers of warm clothing. A down jacket and trousers are ideal. A warm sleeping bag is also essential – this should be capable of keeping you warm to -10 to -20 degrees C. Climbers en-route to Nelter Refuge Nelter and Refuge Du Toubkal After the long trek to Nelter and a rapid ascent to 3207m it is advisable to have a rest day. Here it is possible to explore the surrounding slopes and practice walking on steep ground with crampons and an ice axe. On the flatter slopes it may be possible to practice an ice axe arrest! For the hardened climber there are ice climbs and mixed routes a few minutes' walk from Nelter. Ask the guardian or local guides for details.
Frozen waterfall within a few minutes' walk of Nelter Refuge Summit of Jbel Toubkal. Distance 6 km. Altitude gained and lost 960 m. On summit day an early start is needed. Most groups leave before 0700. A zig zag track leads up to the south col on well compacted 30 degree snow. During the summer months this area is prone to rockfall from the ridges above. On higher sections of the col the slope is icy and quickly steepens to around 40 degrees. After a fresh fall of snow these slopes will become avalanche prone. The summit ridge is less steep but very exposed to the wind. There is an exposed section with a 500m fall to the left higher up on the ridge. Inexperienced party members may benefit from being short roped, belayed or having the use of a fixed rope. The summit is reached in about 3 hours from the hut, and from there spectacular views of the High Atlas and Anti-Atlas ranges can be had. The same route is followed for descent. If possible, aim to be back in Nelter before the afternoon since the risk of rockfall increases later in the day. High up on Jbel Toubkal View from summit of Jbel Toubkal Along with the ascent of Toubkal there are a number of other mountains that can be climbed or skied from Nelter. For further information consult the web sites listed at the end of this article. Here are two options: 1. Ascent of Adrar n Quanoukrim. Distance 6 km. Altitude gained -500m Head south from Nelter to Quagane gully and up to the col at Tizi n Quangane (3968m). From here the two summits of Quanoukrim can be attempted. To the south is Timesguida (4.089 m) whilst to the north is Ras n'Ouanoukrim (4.083 m). Timesguida is the second highest mountain in the region and Ras the third. Both peaks can be attempted on skis. After fresh snow the higher slopes of both summits are prone to avalanches. Exercise caution after recent snowfall. En-route to Adrar n Quanoukrim 2. Ascent to Tizi n Quanoumss. Distance 6km. Altitude gained 500m; lost 500m Head south from Nelter and ascend a gentle snow slope before reaching a section of very steep hard snow and ice. This is followed by an exposed traverse and a further steep (50 degree) slope which brings you to the pass of Quanoumss with good views of Lake L D'Ifni many miles below. Tizi n Quanoumss Nelter to Around, Distance 10 km, Altitude lost 1770m Follow the same route back to Around (3 to 4 hours walk).
Arabic, Berber and French Currency: Moroccan Dirham (MAD) 100 Santimat = 1 Dirham Visa Requirements: See - http://www.moroccanembassylondon.org.uk/en/viisa.html Vaccinations: Travellers should be up to date with their routine vaccinations. No Yellow Fever vaccination or certificate is required to enter Morocco. If you are spending a prolonged period in Morocco a Hepatitis A vaccination is recommended. Rabies is a common problem in Africa. Many animals are infected. Prior vaccination often allows the victim enough time to reach medical help for definitive treatment and may reduce the severity of infection. Without it, rabies can be fatal within hours. Therefore when visiting remote areas, a rabies vaccination is strongly recommended. Nearest Hospital: There is a dispensary at Imlil, 13 km from Nelter refuge that provides basic treatment and drugs. Two ambulances are situated at Imlil and can evacuate patients to the nearest hospital situated at Asni 15 km away. Evacuation: There is no mountain rescue service in Morocco. However the local Moroccan guides are knowledgeable and attentive. Most are aware of high altitude illnesses and the importance of descent. However trekking companies tend not to carry drugs, supplemental oxygen or a hyperbaric bag. For the evacuation of those with illnesses or injuries, helicopters are available which will air lift casualties to Marrakech. This service is entirely weather dependent and costs around $5000. Adequate insurance is vital. To contact the helicopter use the telephone at Nelter or the short wave radio carried by the local guides. Alternatively, a runner can be sent to Around. If a helicopter rescue is not possible, the options are either to walk, get stretchered or be carried by mule for the 13 km to Imlil where an ambulance can then be arranged. Never send down an injured climber, guide or porter unaccompanied. The casualty should be chaperoned by at least two people – one to guide and carry equipment and a second who can go for help in case of difficulties. Before descending check that your casualty is warm and dry, this is especially important in winter when the temperature can drop to -10 degrees Celsius. Ensure water, food and medication is carried. Remember, if a guide or porter is sick or injured the same care must be given to them as you would expect in return for yourself.
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Wang Xiaoqi, the vice president of the China Iron and Steel Association (CISA), has stated that in the January-October period of the current year the total supply of domestic production and imported iron ore in China exceeded real demand by 80 million mt.
According to Mr. Wang, in January-October this year China's iron ore imports totaled 607 million mt, up 8-10 percent year on year, while its domestic iron ore production for the period amounted to 460 million mt. On the other hand, as the CISA official stated, China's domestic steel output was only 602 million mt in the first 10 months this year, up just 2.1 percent year on year. The figures thus indicate rather sluggish steel demand and oversupply in the iron ore market.
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"Eh?" in Canada serves the same purpose as "What?" in England. It's tacked on to the end of a sentence as a way to check if the person you're talking to is still interested in the conversation/what you're saying.
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For: "Toaster Road"
"Toaster Road" is the compelling story of a new LDS convert and his experience in an alien, Mormon, environment--Rexburg, Idaho. The hero has a bumpy ride, unsure of what he should do, what he can do, and how to chart his course among a people so different from everything he is used to. The story is told with a strong and personal voice, authentic and engaging. The settings are vivid and moving, making the reader feel that they are, for example, in a twilit wilderness hearing the song "I am a Child of God" for the very first time.
The story is not saccharine or predictable, however. Coke Newell is not oblivious to our flaws and hypocrisies. He does not hide or gloss over the conflicts young LDS people experience in their social and sexual relations-the mixed messages and emotional storms inherent in building romantic connections in a culture where physical relations are, at best, discouraged. And the characters are flawed, sometimes seriously. The protagonist has to come to terms with a culture that tells him he must change his attitudes, his pursuits, his music, and his nature-to choose a middle road between annihilating and improving himself.
In the end, "Toaster Road" touches the heart and opens opportunities for stories of love and faith that are honest in their depictions of LDS life and relationships. This story is uniquely relevant to audiences both LDS and not. It is a wonderful extension of the LDS literary tradition and one we hope our artists continue to explore.


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As we've slowly emptied my dad's house in Iowa of 60 years of memories, a small portion of his "stuff" has ended up in my lap. It's an eclectic collection of his and my mom's life together as they built a family and a business.
My mom died about 2½ years ago after a lengthy battle with cancer. My dad, lacking virtually any domestic skills and without her in his life, saw his health decline as well. My sister and I moved him from Hamburg, where he had lived since 1950, to a retirement complex not far from her family in Liberty about a year ago.
We agree that had we not "forced" his move, he would not have survived.
The task of exploring every box, and closet, and paper sack, and cupboard and plastic storage bin scattered throughout the two-story house has been arduous, at best. The burden of that task has fallen mainly on my sister's family since they live about two hours from the Hamburg home.
Most of the dishes, furniture and white goods have been donated to a thrift shop in North Kansas City. Beyond that layer of his life, the keepsakes, knickknacks, collectibles and more personal items have either ended up in my sister's garage or in my two-bedroom condo.
The grandchildren have snagged their share of memorabilia, most of which reflects their heritage or the special memories gleaned from the dozens of visits to their grandparents' home over the years.
My parents long ago had the foresight to designate what they considered to be the more precious items (jewelry, family heirlooms, antiques, etc.) as a reference for us kids. Their intent was to eliminate the potential for family fights over material objects, and so far their intent has worked.
The house will be put on the market this spring after it is reduced to merely a shell of memories. My parents were fortunate to have a successful small business that not only put two children through college but also allowed them to travel to far away places. A lot of their possessions were mementoes from Hawaii, Spain, the Caribbean, Australia and New Guinea, and more.
Every few months, John (our dad) insists we take him back to his home. It's nostalgic and sentimental for him each time as he sifts through the same boxes of pictures and keepsakes, each time telling the same stories attached to the items.
It's hard to let go.
Among the possessions that landed at my feet are a handful of items from the newspaper days long before computers when linotype machines, flatbed presses and handset type combined to spread the word. I have hundreds of block letters in various point sizes made from lead, and a dozen or so California Job Cases with dozens of small compartments for the hand-set type.
Page 2 of 2 - The most recent challenge is cataloguing 15 porcelain egg coddlers and about the same number of collectible fruit and game plates that have been wrapped in newspapers and stored in plastic bins for months.
Part of my inheritance, my dad says.
Both sets of items collected dust and residue on plate rails in the Hamburg home for as many as 50 years. After a warm bath in liquid Dawn one night last week, they are scattered over my kitchen/dining room table and countertops. Each night I pick out two or three and research their history and value on the computer.
None appears to be of particular value as yet, ranging in eBay price from $6.50 to $45. They are not unique to the world, but only unique to the Field family.
From a sentimental perspective, the worth of these "inherited" items is priceless; from a practical perspective, they are nothing more than pieces of porcelain, or wood, or lead or newsprint.
And so it is for most of us as we usher our parents into their senior years and finally bid them adieu. If we outlive our parents, we'll have the challenge of squeezing their lives into boxes and sacks and containers. If we go first, the burden will be not only on our children but on our parents as well.
So, to borrow a phrase, live long and prosper.


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RF gain blocks offering up to 24 dB gain, 40 dBm OIP3
November 14, 2013 3:55 pm | Richardson Rfpd, Analog Devices, Inc. | Product Releases | CommentsRichardson RFPD, Inc. today announces immediate availability and full design support capabilities for four new broadband RF gain blocks from Analog Devices, Inc. (ADI). The new gain blocks are single-ended RF/IF gain block amplifiers that operate from 30 MHz to 6 GHz and offer up to 24 dB gain and 40 dBm third-order intercept point (OIP3).
DC/DC converters provide 6W of output power in a miniature SMT package
November 14, 2013 3:50 pm | MicroPower Direct, LLC | Product Releases | CommentsAvailable immediately from MicroPower Direct, the ML600xRU series provides 6W of output power in a miniature SMT package. They provide the robust performance, miniature size and economy required by a wide range of space critical board level applications. Available on tape/reel, they can be used with most automated assembly systems.
Anti-counterfeit regulation (and the pressure on distributors) is intensifying
November 14, 2013 3:44 pm | by Anne Ting, Components Direct | Articles | CommentsThe comment period for the proposed revisions to the Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation System (DFARS) ended on July 15, 2013. This important piece of legislation, which is expected to go into effect in the first quarter of 2014, is the culmination of several years of effort by lawmakers to deal with the problem of counterfeit electronic components.
Voltage regulators designed for space-constrained netcom, server, and storage applications
November 14, 2013 3:29 pm | International Rectifier | Product Releases | CommentsInternational Rectifier introduced the IR3891 and IR3892 SupIRBuck integrated dual output voltage regulators designed for space-constrained netcom, server and storage applications. The new dual output devices are optimized for single rail operation from 5V to 12V inputs or 1V to 21V input with external 5V bias.
Wire-to-board connector designed for industrial and solid-state lighting applications
November 14, 2013 12:55 pm | Avx Corporation | Product Releases | CommentsAVX Corporation has expanded its innovative 9296 Poke Home Connector Series with the introduction of a new vertical through board, SMT, wire-to-board (WTB) connector. The new 9296 WTB single poke home connectors feature a dual beam box contact that provides maximum mechanical stability....
10W GaN MMIC power amplifier covers 6 to 18 GHz
November 14, 2013 12:41 pm | Hittite Microwave Corporation | Product Releases | CommentsHittite Microwave Corporation announced a new Gallium Nitride (GaN) MMIC power amplifier product which offers significant performance, size and durability advantages for communications, test instrumentation and radar systems operating in the 6 to 18 GHz frequency range.
This NASA-inspired shower could lessen the global water crisis
November 14, 2013 12:28 pm | by Allegra Sparta, Editorial Intern | Blogs | CommentsGrowing up in a rural area I learned to expect cries of "Turn that shower off, you'll run the well dry!" while getting cleaned up for school. Having a well was the price you'd pay for living in the middle of nowhere, away from a reservoir-supplied water source. But apart from my teenage battles, a real problem lurks, one of global proportions.
Transformer deliver high bandwidth over existing copper transmission lines
November 14, 2013 12:15 pm | Pulse Electronics | Product Releases | CommentsPulse Electronics Corporation introduces a new VDSL2 30MHz transformer that is compliant for use with the Lantiq Vinax V3 chipset family. The BX4290LNL and BX4290LNLT transformers are used with the Class AB line driver to deliver high bandwidth over existing copper transmission lines.
Tool suite delivers a fully integrated multicore development environment
November 14, 2013 10:51 am | Xmos Incorporated | Product Releases | CommentsXMOS has announced xTIMEcomposer-Enterprise, the world's most advanced multicore microcontroller development suite. This new industrial grade tool suite delivers a fully integrated multicore development environment for users of the xCORE multicore microcontroller products.
PoE access control keypad facilitates system integration
November 14, 2013 10:42 am | Product Releases | CommentsElectrone Americas introduces the Model 723 TCP PoE access control network keypad. The model 723 is equipped with 16 keys and a 4x20 character, backlighted LCD display. The sealed membrane keypad is housed in a surface-mountable metal enclosure suitable for outdoor installation.
Reference design solutions offer advanced microcontroller technology
November 14, 2013 10:32 am | Zilog, Ixys | Product Releases | CommentsZilog's Z8F1680 MCU-based Microstepper Motor Reference Design is a complete and easy-to-use platform that demonstrates the feature set of the Z8F1680 microcontroller, which is optimized for microstepper motor control. This Microstepper Motor Reference Design drives a unipolar stepper motor....
Engineering Update #33: BearTek wireless gloves and Hirobo's unmanned helicopter
November 14, 2013 10:17 am | by Eric Sorensen, Coordinator of Multimedia Development | Videos | CommentsThis episode of ECN's Engineering Update is brought to you by SanDisk (http://www.sandisk.com/business). In this week's headlines: Hirobo's HX-1 unmanned electric helicopter: Japan's HX-1 from Hirobo is a personal manned BIT electric micro helicopter.
Keeping an eye on PoE within security end-equipment
November 14, 2013 9:26 am | by Thomas Lewis, Texas Instruments | Articles | CommentsPower over Ethernet (PoE) is forecasted to experience one of the highest compounded annual growth rates (CAGR), in the power management IC category, over the next five years. Driven by the demand for ease of installation across multiple end equipment, and lifted by a planned new IEEE standard...
New "contactless connectivity" brings limitless opportunities
November 13, 2013 3:52 pm | by Benjamin Mang and Dirk-Jan Riezebos, TE Connectivity | Articles | CommentsEmerging technologies such as wireless power are not only enabling wireless charging of phones and electronic volts but can also be applied to create a new category of "contactless connectivity." Immune to vibration, pollutants and harsh environments and unconfined by movement restrictions...
Is solar power a viable energy option?
November 13, 2013 2:33 pm | by Kasey Panetta, Managing Editor | Articles | CommentsIt's about to be a new year at ECN and we're looking forward to the future with a Brainstorm about alternative energy! It's a hot topic in engineering and around the world as researchers, designers, and politicians try to figure out what the energy of the future will be. This month, we're focusing in on SOLAR POWER with a question for our readers
Polycarbonate vs. fiberglass and stainless steel
November 13, 2013 2:02 pm | by Jim McWilliams, president of Integra Enclosures | Articles | CommentsWhen choosing an enclosure to protect sensitive electrical and electronic components, remember this: Not all enclosure materials are equal to the task. Some materials surpass the performance of others in keeping out moisture, dust and other foreign matter, resisting corrosion and the sun's harsh ultraviolet rays....
This is a real-life Batmobile
November 13, 2013 12:20 pm | by Kasey Panetta, Managing Editor | Blogs | CommentsThe Batmobile is arguably one of the most recognizable fictional transportation devices. Its sleek design has been imagined and reimagined by every Batman movie and a few comics, but it always maintains that certain je ne sais quoi that makes it powerful, sexy, and impressive all in one.Every so often, a superfan will try to recreate the Batmobile...
Ethernet controller suits small- to mid-sized applications
November 13, 2013 11:22 am | Wago Corporation | Product Releases | CommentsAppropriate for small- to mid-sized applications, WAGO's 750-852 Eco Ethernet Controller features a built-in two port Ethernet switch, simplifying network wiring in a line topology. The programmable controller promises enhanced performance for high-speed applications.
Voltage resistor network presents flexible performance, low cost
November 13, 2013 10:42 am | Ohmite Manufacturing Co. | Product Releases | CommentsOhmite Manufacturing announced its MC4 Series multi-configuration single surface mount DIP package with four high voltage (2500 VDC) resistors. According to the company, the MC4 Series offers cost savings versus discrete high voltage chip resistors. The series also offers
Two-switch-forward IC slashes system cost and footprint
November 13, 2013 10:33 am | Power Integrations | Product Releases | CommentsPower Integrations announced the HiperTFS-2 family of ICs, combining two-switch-forward and flyback power-supply controller ICs with integrated high-voltage MOSFETs. This high level of integration saves more than 20 components, resulting in a smaller form factor and higher power density.
RFID magnetometer tag transmits a unique identifier without a battery
November 13, 2013 10:04 am | Product Releases | CommentsThe Magneto from Farsens S.L., San Sebastián, Spain, is a battery free RFID sensor tag capable of transmitting a unique identifier and the associated magnetic field measurement data to a commercial EPC C1G2 reader without the need of a battery on the sensor tag.
Stamped spring pin socket addresses high performance requirements for testing electronic filters
November 13, 2013 9:58 am | Ironwood Electronics, Inc. | Product Releases | CommentsIronwood Electronics recently introduced a new Stamped spring pin socket addressing high performance requirements for testing electronic filters 6 lead DFN - CBT-QFN-7033. Electronic filters are analog circuits which perform signal processing functions, specifically to remove unwanted frequency components from the signal....
20GHz LNA boasts 2dB noise figure
November 13, 2013 9:43 am | Rfmw Ltd, Triquint Semiconductor | Product Releases | CommentsRFMW, Ltd. announces design and sales support for TriQuint's TGA2567-SM, an AlN packaged, 2-20GHz low noise amplifier (LNA). The TGA2567-SM provides 19dBm P1dB output power with 17dB of small signal gain. Greater than 16dB of adjustable gain can be achieved by varying Vg2.
The largest, most ambitious challenge to Net Neutrality
November 13, 2013 8:42 am | by Chris Warner, Executive Editor | Articles | CommentsThis summer, I learned one of the few cable TV channels I sometimes watch is no longer available to me without upgrading to another "tier" of channels. None of those other channels appeal to me, so I simply decided I would do without the channel. My decision was pretty sound, but I believe my choice was not a choice at all.
Keep it simple: The role of switch selection in simplifying electronic designs
November 12, 2013 4:42 pm | by Marty Arch, National Sales Manager, NKK Switches | Articles | CommentsAlbert Einstein said, "Everything should be made as simple as possible, but not simpler." Whether in architectural design, software coding, engineering discipline or even managing people, simplicity is an overriding goal and success is achieved when a product or process is at its maximum simplicity.


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mcm wrote:whats the difference between meatball and hamburger?
no self respecting person would make a meatball or meatloaf with only hamburger. must add pork or veal if not both to it. hamburger alone is LAME
mcm wrote:whats the difference between meatball and hamburger?
mcm wrote:i just assumed meatball = hamburger when it comes to toppings at pizza joints
lugnutz wrote:BS1 wrote:how do you make your version?
"Bitch...make me Shepard's pie tonight"
Honestly its her moms recipe, I have never once made it.
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South Africa Discoverer Map
Day 1 Durban
Arrive in Durban any time and make your way to the joining point hotel. Upon arrival look for information from your CEO on the hotel bulletin board regarding the meeting time. Please make sure you have all of the necessary visas for this tour by the time of the welcome meeting. It is very important to read the Visa section in our trip details to make sure which visas you will need, if any. Please note that not all nationalities are able to obtain a visa on arrival at the border.
Explore the beach front opposite our guest house, or venture into the centre of town, taking in the fair grounds, restaurants, water sports and the now world famous "uShaka Marine World". In the evening at the meeting, you will meet your group, some of whom may in fact be arriving into Durban on a previous G Adventures tour.
Very little is known about the first residents of the area around Durban as there is no written history of the area before it was "discovered" by the Portuguese explorer Vasco da Gama in 1497. Da Gama had applied the name Natal (nativity) to this stretch of coast, first seen on Christmas day of that year. The first European settlers in the area where mostly survivors of shipwrecks. One of these survivors, Rodrigo Tristaa, survived a wreck in 1552 of the Portuguese galleon Saint John, was the first to make his home here.
The Zulu nation's formation provided wealth for a trade market in this area - European merchants set up a harbour where the base of trade with Zulus could be formed. Durban was thus created by a population of 26 hard-living traders and ivory hunters. It was named on 23 June 1835, after the governor of the Cape, Sir Benjamin D'Urban. The centre of Durban grew around its sugar cane plantations, as large numbers of Indians were brought to work on the plantations. As a result, present-day Durban it the city with the largest Indian population outside of India.
The city has grown into one of South Africa's best-known and most popular coastal resorts and commercial ports. With stretches of safe, sandy beaches and abundance of holiday accommodation destinations available and all-year sunshine attract visitors to this festive city every year. This city is enjoyed for its vibrant mix of cultures and experiences, with a large diverse population of people. The beach front area has the usual attractions, from fair grounds to restaurants, to water sports and the now world famous "uShaka Marine World".
Day 2 Port St. Johns (1B,1L,1D)
Approximate Distance: 530km
Estimated Travel Time: 7 hrs
South from Durban, we travel through to the Eastern Cape province, into the heartland of the Xhosa people, and to Port St. Johns, a paradise on a large stretch of Indian Ocean coast referred to as the Wild Coast. Here you will have time to explore the dramatic scenery of the rocky beaches, hidden lagoons, and coastal cliffs.
Our campsite is about 8km's outside of town, so after arrival you can take a walk into Port St Johns.
Day 3 Cintsa (1B,1L,1D)
Approximate Distance: 360km
Estimated Travel Time: 6 hrs
Travel along the national highway toward the former homeland, known as the Transkei, enjoying views of rolling hills, farmland and traditional Xhosa villages.
Cintsa is a little piece of paradise. The residents of Cints wants to keep it unspoilt but they also love sharing their piece of paradise with visitors.
Cintsa has a subtropical climate – Summers are hot and winter day are average 21degrees Celcius with night temperatures dropping to 10 degrees. They received their highest rainfall in November.
With unspoilt sandy beaches and a variety of fauna and flora, this eastern coast forest reserve provides a refuge from the big cities. The beach area from Cintsa west to Cape Henderson, including Cintsa East is regarded by most conservationist as one of the most beautiful beaches in the world.
Day 4 Addo Elephant National Park (1B,1L,1D)
Approximate Distance: 280km
Estimated Travel Time: 5 hrs
Today we cross many unique valleys as we continue on to the Addo Elephant National Park, a unique wildlife area. Although famous for the Addo elephants, this park is home to a wide variety of wildlife, and we embark on an afternoon game drive (in own vehicle) in search of the resident elephants, black rhino, lion, buffalo and even leopard. Listen to the wild sounds of Africa while enjoying your sundowner and sitting around the campfire at night.
Although the Addo Elephant belongs to the same species as the African Elephant, it is smaller, with more rounded ears and the females generally have no tusks. The park was named after the KhoiKhoi name Kadouw, which they gave to a forting place over the nearby Sundays River. The bush here is a combination of acacia, Spekboom, Gwarrie and Boerboon. The English name for the Spekboom is "Elephants food".
In 1919 the professional hunter, Major Jan Pretorius, was hired by the administration of the Cape Province to destroy the entire herd that inhabited the area at the time. It took him a year to kill 120, but he was then stopped due to a public outcry. Only sixteen Addo Elephants remained, but they were peppered with bullet holes, panic stricken, vengeful and cunning. And they declared war on man.
In 1931, after a change in policy, the area was proclaimed as a national park. The Elephants, however, were still on the war path, destroying crops and attacking anyone who came near. Finally, in 1952, one of the beleaguered farmers of the area suggested that a fence made up of tram rails and lift cables be erected around the park. This finally kept the Elephants secure and out of the surrounding farming area.
The black rhino was re-introduced into the park in 1961, and now the park is home to a number of different animals, including the big 5 (elephant, black rhino, lion, buffalo, and leopard), zebra, kudu, eland, warthog, and many types of buck.
Days 5-6 Tsitsikamma (2B,2L,2D)
Approximate Distance: 235km
Estimated Travel Time: 5 hrs
We will spend the next two nights camping in the Tsitsikamma National Park. Optional Activities in the area include hiking a portion of the Otter Trail or other short hiking trails along the coastline. Optional activities include: boat rides, canoeing, tree canopy tours, whale watching, or even the world's highest bungee jump.
Tsitsikamma is a Khoisan word meaning, "place of much water." The Tsitsikamma National Park protects a wonderland of inter-tidal and marine life, stretching along 68 dramatic kilometres of South Africa's most spectacular coastline. Enjoy spectacular views of surging waves crash over rocky coastline and old hardwood forests that dot the coastal cliffs.
Although Tsitsikamma boasts a magical world of intertidal life and reefs in its marine part, there is also the famous terrestrial part of the park with its lush forest, delicate fynbos and sheer cliffs. The park thus offers a variety of habitat for many species of birds; cormorants (Cape and White-breasted), Kelp Gulls and African Black Oystercatchers along the coastline. The forest hosts African Crowned Eagle and African Wood Owl, plus some of the accipiters such as African Goshawk and Black Sparrowhawk. The highlight of the Tsitsikamma National Park is Storms River Mouth, a large and abrupt estuary over which a precarious rope-bridge is slung.
Day 7 Knysna (1B,1L,1D)
Approximate Distance: 100km
Estimated Travel Time: 1.5 hrs
Today we travel further west to the town of Knysna, famous for the Knysna Lagoon and "The Heads". The Heads are sea cliffs flanking a deep, potentially treacherous channel where the sea pours into a wide and breathtakingly pretty lagoon at the mouth of the Knysna River. Optional activities that can be done en route to Knysna are visiting a cheetah sanctuary, an elephant park or a monkey park.
Day 8 Outdshoorn (1B,1L,1D)
Approximate Distance: 220 km
Estimated Travel Time: 6 hrs
From Knysna we take a scenic drive to travel over the Outeniqua Mountains into the area known as Klein Karoo ("Little Karoo"), where we make the quiet town of Oudtshoorn our base. Optional activities are to explore the Cango caves or to visit an ostrich farm.
The Cango Caves are sculptured by nature through the ages, and is filled with mysterious and breathtaking limestone formations in a wide variety of natural colours. They lie in the Swartberg Mountain Range in a limestone belt measuring 1.5km in width and almost 16km in length. This part of the continent was once below the ocean. As the continent rose, the Little Karoo found itself above the water level. The caves started to form some 20 million years ago, when the water level dropped to such an extent that the ground water could start to seep into the limestone. As the water seeped into the ground it absorbed carbon dioxide from the decaying plant and animal matter in the soil and this made it fairly acidic. As it seeped into the limestone, cavities were created that filled with water. Rivers also formed on the surface and cut deeply enough into the limestone to allow them to reach the level of the water pockets. This caused the water to flow out about 4 million years ago. The cave was then, for the first time, exposed to air and the speleothems (cave formations) began to form. The portion of the caves that are accessible to the public extends for 1.2km, with a further 4.1km being kept closed for conservation.
Oudtshoorn is notably the ostrich capital of the world. Here ostriches are found in great numbers and the region produces the world's best feathers, leather products and meat. Amidst the 400 ostrich farms surrounding the town, three have distinguished themselves worthy enough to be named show farms. In addition, the Klein Karoo is one of South Africa's eight wine regions, where the sweet and desert wines are well known.
Day 9 Cape Town (1B,1L)
Approximate Distance: 450km
Estimated Time: 8 hr
Cape Town offers many different activities – something for everyone. Visit Robben Island, Table Mountain, explore Cape Point (Cape of Good Hope), embark on a wine tour in and around Stellenbosch (45min drive). Visit the old French Hugonote town of Franschoek and surroundings (1h drive). For the not so faint hearted there is numerous adrenaline activities in the surrounding areas, from skydiving to abseiling to cage diving and having a close encounter with the great white sharks. Or wonder through the city centre with some of the oldest buildings and gardens in South Africa (Botanical Gardens and Parliament Gardens). Do not miss the wonderful Cultural Historical Museum, Planetarium and numerous other small museums and theatres.
Cape Town's name originated from the term 'Cape of Good Hope' when Bartholomew Diaz and other seafarers looked forward to the sight of Table Mountain, like an inn that promised hospitality and prosperity. The city is steeped in a rich history and is a cultural melting pot with its diverse and vibrant character being derived from Khoxisan and other African tribes from the North, and Indonesian, French, Dutch, British and German settlers. Cape Town is the third most populous city in South Africa, with over 3 million inhabitants, and is the provincial capital of the Western Cape. It is also the legislative capital of South Africa, where the National Parliament and many government offices are located.
For shopping, dining and entertainment the V&A Waterfront is a hotspot for foreigners and locals alike. Still a working harbour, the Waterfront is an example of creative architecture and restoration and has become South Africa's most visited tourist attraction. The Waterfront offers over 250 shops from designer boutiques to craft stalls, a host of restaurants and coffee shops and plenty of other activities.
For cultural exchange, you shouldn't miss out a "Local Dinner" in a private home in an informal settlement. This authentic community experience provides guests the opportunity to get deep inside the heart of Cape Town. Choose from Cape Malay, Xhosa traditional or Cape Town fusion foods, and visit families in their private homes in townships and get insight into South African realities - be part of the family for an unforgettable night. Proceeds go into the community.
Planeterra - the G Adventures Foundation is our non-profit organization that was developed to give back to the people and places we visit on our tours. Planeterra supports local community projects, non-profit organizations and international charities that focus on the areas of health, education, community development, environmental conservation and employment skills training.
Day 10 Depart Cape Town (1B)
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The Too Good to Check April Fool's Day Open Thread.
There's just something satisfying about this. (Via Ace of Spades HQ, via English Russia.) Not as satisfying as knowing that Pravda now resembles the National Enquirer (it is not nearly cool enough to be compared to the Weekly World News), but satisfying nonetheless. Open thread.


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