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How-to Machine Apply Wax using a DA Polisher
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Mike the owner and Mike his buddy joined me, (Mike Phillips), here at Autogeek's Show Car Garage to put a Show Car Finish on a 1954 Corvette
This Corvette was restored as part of a car collection and painted approximately 20 years ago using a basecoat/clearcoat paint system. Although from 5 feet away it looked great, we felt the paint and could feel Above Surface Bonded Contaminants of some type all over the paint, even the sides using Pinnacle Ultra Poly Clay.
These are the contaminant after claying just the passenger side door, a vertical panel that is often times skipped by most people. Although contaminants primarily build up on horizontal surfaces, you can still have Above Surface Bonded Contaminants on vertical panels. Because we wanted to maximize the gloss we clayed all the paint panels.
There were some very light swirls in the paint but Mike aka Merlin will be doing a complete swirl removal process on this car down the road so for today the goal is just to apply a coat of wax to protect the paint and create a show car finish.
In most cases, claying will remove a majority of anything off the top surface of the paint, so after claying you really need to apply a coat of wax or a paint sealant.
What we want to do with this project is show that with just two simple steps, claying and waxing with a true show car wax, you can bring out the full richness of color and maximize the glossy look everyone loves...
Applying Paste Wax By Machine
Souveran Paste Wax can be applied by hand or machine, I personally prefer to apply all my waxes and paint sealants by machine plus the owner Mike has never used a DA Polisher before, only rotary buffers, so I wanted to introduce him to one of the most popular types of machine polishers in the industry.
Using a microfiber glove to hold the wax, you can pop the wax out of the jar and then simply swipe the wax a few times across the face of the foam finishing pad and you're ready to machine wax. Sometimes it helps to lightly heat the outside of the plastic jar with a Hair Blow Dryer as this will loosen the grip crated by surface tension the wax has with the jar.
Here's Mike the owner using a DA Polisher to machine wax his Corvette...
Next up I get Mike aka Merlin on our forum set-up to machine wax...
Then I put some wax on the face of my pad and we thoroughly waxed this Corvette in less than 10 to 15 minutes...
Notice the cord over the shoulder to prevent it from marring the finish...
Pinnacle Souveran Wax does not need to dry before removing, so after we machine applied the wax we then slipped on Microfiber Gloves and removed the wax using Cobra Indigo Microfiber Towels.
The microfiber gloves make it real easy to grip the microfiber towels plus you never leave any finger print smudges should your hand touch the paint in the process. For show car quality work, you can't go wrong taking the extra step to wear microfiber gloves.


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The Eat Real Festival, founded in 2008 in the San Francisco area to showcase sustainable and artisanal foods, brought its fun for the palate to LA on July 16-17 and drew huge crowds. A two-day extravaganza set in the pedestrian only area of Culver City, the turn-out was so unexpected that one vendor packed up at 4 on Saturday having sold out for the weekend. The empty booth area on Sunday was a testament to the fact that folks are hungry for good, sustainable fare.
As luck would have it, or maybe it was the reward of virtue of purpose, the fuss about "Carmageddon" only helped the Eat Real Festival. By thinking about sustainability from the get go, free shuttle bus service and a bike valet made it a perfect Westside activity for those who were chomping at the bit to get out in the beautiful weather and enjoy a family outing but who did not want to risk the freeways. Local interest turns out to be plenty to sustain sustainability.
The Eat Real Festival had the air of a state or county fair - in a much more manageable size. Booths, demonstrations, crafts, entertainment, and a beer garden. There were even animals there, thanks to one family business that helps folks get backyard chicken coops for urban areas that allow them. There were plenty of foods to taste and workshops to try. There were demonstrations and hands-on workshops all weekend. Me, I made some pickled watermelon rinds. The fixin's, the jars and brine along with the instruction were all free. I'll let you know next week how it tastes. The watermelon innards that we had to cut out were yummy, I can tell you that.
There were indoor and outdoor booths and food trucks. One of the things I loved about the event is that almost all the vendors, with the exception of a few national "organic" brands like Whole Foods and Pete's Coffee, were family businesses or best-friends businesses. These were not PR people enthusing over the product because it's their job. These were people who are doing what they love and hoping to share it with you. And yes to make a profit. But it is so clear that the motivation that started them was love and then a wish to make a living. Sustainable is often expensive, but this made me want to spend.
I can also tell you I had a few surprises. There was a vendor of gluten free baked goods that sold some of the BEST brownies I have even eaten. Moist. Chocolatey. Perfect. And the folks selling meat, Lindy & Grundy, are a family - a couple and a brother - sell meat that is pastured right through the "finish." (As opposed to cows that get to eat grass young and then are stuffed into feedlots to be fattened on corn before the slaughter.) The meat was freshly slaughtered and chilled, not frozen. They provided "meat valet" service so you could buy the meat and keep it chilled in their fridge until you left the fest.
The sustainability issue was taken seriously. Beer was served in glass mason jars, not plastic. Cooling inside was provided by a giant misting fan, not A/C. And every trash/recycle station had a volunteer making sure the contents went in the right container.
The Eat Real Festival was such a success, I imagine they'll be back next year. If they are, check it out. Local and sustainable never tasted so good.
Founded in 2008, Eat Real is a social venture business with an affiliated non-profit focused on promoting and teaching food craft. Eat Real's mission is to help revitalize regional food systems, build public awareness of and respect for the craft of making good food, and to encourage the growth of American food entrepreneurs.
For more information about the festival, please visit www.eatrealfest.com.

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Gallup Poll: Federal Reserve Makes the IRS Look Good
A recent Gallup Poll surveyed the public's impression of how various federal agencies were doing their job. Of the agencies evaluated, on the bottom was the Federal Reserve Board. Only 30 percent of the respondents rated the Fed's performance as either excellent or good. I can understand now why Chairman Bernanke felt the need to take his act on the road. Even the IRS managed to get 40 percent of respondents to see its job performance as excellent or good. A majority of the public, 57 percent, sees the Fed's current performance as either poor or fair.
The result is not just driven by a general public disdain for federal agencies; over a majority of respondents thought such agencies as the Center for Disease Control, NASA and the FBI were doing an excellent or good job.
Nor is the result driven by public ignorance or indifference to the Fed; only a few years ago, back in 2003, 53 percent of Americans said the Federal Reserve was doing an excellent or good job and only 5% called its job performance poor. But then, the Fed was also giving us negative real interest rates at that time as well. Perhaps there's a good reason to insulate the Fed from short‐term public and political pressures. Let's hope Chairman Bernanke does not read these results as an excuse for repeating the Fed's 2003 monetary policies.


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Aliens: Colonial Marines Review
Let's not beat around the bush here, Aliens: Colonial Marines is a bad game. I can't say I'm surprised. It's been in development for over six years, passed through the hands of several developers, and was delayed a number of times. Not exactly a recipe for success in the video game business. But while I may not be surprised, as a fan of the films Alien and Aliens, I'm no less disappointed.
Where do I begin? Let's start with the single player campaign, and let's talk about the positives. If you're a fan of James Cameron's Aliens, you'll get to revisit some of that film's locations, including the USS Sulaco and the ruins of Hadley's Hope down on the surface of LV-426. Easter eggs in the form of audio logs and "legendary" weapons, such as Corporal Hicks' shotgun and Private Vasquez's Smartgun, add a nice touch. The iconic sound effects of the Xenomorphs, pulse rifle and motion tracker have been authentically captured, and the symphonic score for Aliens: Colonial Marines, composed by Kevin Riepl, is really quite good.
Umm…yeah, that's about it.
The rest of the campaign is, in a word, dated, and it starts with the presentation. Colonial Marines would have a hard time standing out in the last generation of consoles, let alone the current one. The environments are bland and repetitive, the textures are dark and muddy, the character models are lifeless, and the animations are stiff. Even the voice acting is terrible, no thanks to a clichéd and befuddling script.
Aliens: Colonial Marines picks up seventeen weeks after the events of Aliens. You play as Corporal Christopher Winter, one of several Colonial Marines sent to investigate the distress call of Corporal Dwayne Hicks of the USS Sulaco. There's something fishy about this search-and-rescue mission, however. Not only is the Sulaco back in orbit around LV-426 and not Fiorina-161, as it was supposed to be during the events of Alien 3, the ship has been infested by Xenomorph and is being commanded by mercenaries of the Weyland-Yutani Corporation.
I don't want to spoil anything, but there are two key issues with this story. About two-thirds of the way through, a familiar character from the Aliens film makes a surprise appearance. When asked, essentially, how they're still alive, the character simply responds, "That's a long story." Really? No explanation is given because no explanation can be given. It's a twist for the sake of having a twist, whether it makes a lick of sense or not. And in this case, it doesn't.
But there's an even worse offender, and that's the ending. Again, I don't want to spoil anything so allow me this analogy. Imagine you're a treasure hunter. After spending the last five hours in search of a mysterious chest, you finally happen upon it. With bated breath, you lift the lid and…roll credits. That's Colonial Marines in a nutshell – just one big tease. What have you been fighting for this whole time? Damned if I know. The story is entirely pointless. And Twentieth Century Fox allowed this nonsense to be an official part of the Alien franchise's canon?
Let's move on to gameplay. Along with hit detection issues, the AI, both enemy and friendly, leaves a lot to be desired. The Xenomorph are appropriately aggressive, but unintelligently so. Aliens: Colonial Marines is mostly a corridor shooter, which limits their ability to flank your position and/or force you to move. Most foes in the game are bullet sponges, but at least the enemy mercenaries use cover from time to time. This brings me to one of my pet peeves. Aliens: Colonial Marines does not feature a cover system, but for some reason mercenaries can peak around corners and blindfire. It bothers me when enemies can use simple tactics that players cannot. It's also not uncommon for any number of AI glitches to occur, like enemies and/or NPCs getting stuck on objects in the environment.
You'll be in the company of one or more Colonial Marines throughout most of the campaign. These friendly soldiers seem to have an on/off switch. When turned on they are killing machines, eliminating enemies left, right and center, to the point where they'll clear out entire groups of Xenomorph for you. When turned off, though, they'll just sit there and watch enemies run right past them en route to attacking you. The juxtaposition is laughable at times.
You can try to eliminate the later issue by playing Aliens: Colonial Marines with up to four friends co-operatively, but this feature was clearly added late in development. The host will play as Corporal Winter but instead of playing as the supporting characters, like O'Neal and Bella, the rest of your friends will take control of generic Marines who have no role in the overarching story. On top of that, because Aliens: Colonial Marines is, for the most part, a corridor shooter, there simply isn't enough room for four players. There's one section that was obviously designed for solo play, in which Winter has to traverse a sewer beneath Hadley's Hope while avoiding the Xenomorph Queen. Playing this section with four players is just plain weird.
While the developers nailed the sound effect for the motion tracker, they couldn't have botched up its use any worse in the single player campaign. You have to holster your weapon in order to use the motion tracker, which is perfectly fine. In theory it should create some incredibly tense moments as you walk around the ship or complex, seeking out your objectives all the while keeping a close eye and ear on the activity of the motion tracker. But alas, you don't need to have the motion tracker in hand. Whenever you're about to be attacked by an enemy, hidden or otherwise, the motion tracker will emit a single "beep," even if you don't have it equipped. It gives away the element of surprise and eliminates any tension that should exist. This is by far the worst design decision in Aliens: Colonial Marines.
There are several minor annoyances as well. While I appreciate the look of the HUD, it can be difficult to read and challenging to change weapons on the fly. Speaking of weapons, you'll have access to the Smartgun, one of the best weapons in the Aliens universe, for roughly 15 minutes during the 5-hour long campaign. It's not uncommon to run into invisible walls and the last boss fight is…underwhelming to say the least.
The good news is competitive multiplayer is actually decent, though it is a little shallow and unbalanced at the moment. There are four game modes, each pitting Colonial Marines versus Xenomorph, either 4-on-4 or 5-on-5. Most of the modes currently favor the Marines, but that's largely due to players bringing their high-level Marine in from the single-player campaign and facing off against low-level Xenomorph (your Marine earns experience, gains levels and unlocks new weapons and weapon attachments as you play through the campaign, while your Xenomorph only earns experience in competitive multiplayer). Because of this, Team Deathmatch rarely ends well for the Xenomorph. I'm sure the disparity will even out as players level up the different Xenomorph species, unlocking new attacks, abilities and mutations as they go.
Where competitive multiplayer becomes a little shallow is in map selection. The Team Deathmatch and Extermination modes offer 5 maps each, while the Escape and Survivor modes offer only 2 maps each. Sega and Gearbox plan to release four additional DLC packs for Aliens: Colonial Marines in the future, with the first set to introduce a new Bug Hunt mode, but considering one of those DLC packs will be campaign-focused, we'll have to see just how much content gets added to multiplayer, and how quickly players begin to abandon it. I will say this much, at least in competitive multiplayer the motion tracker plays a much more significant and worthwhile role.
You know how some games are so bad, they're actually fun to play? Aliens: Colonial Marines isn't one of those games. It's just bad. The single player campaign is terrible, co-op is clearly tacked on, and while multiplayer can be fun at times it doesn't nearly make up for the rest of the experience. I don't understand how a developer like Gearbox Software can make a brilliant co-op shooter like Borderlands 2, while pushing out a couple of turds like Duke Nukem Forever and Aliens: Colonial Marines. As Private William Hudson famously said, "That's it man, game over man, game over!"
Reviewed By: Stephen Riach
Publisher: Sega
Rating: 40%
This review is based on a copy of Aliens: Colonial Marines for the Xbox 360 provided by Sega.


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Ahhhh yes, summer . . . the warm nights, lazy days of scopin' the scenery down at the beach (or lakes if you're inland), and the time of year when it's time to break out the wheels from hibernation. But first, lo and behold, your rides covered in dust, dirt, grime, and any other residue build up from the winter months. Well, if any of you are like me, the last thing I wanna do is drop down on my hands and knees and get to washin' and waxin'. But it's all part of the shtick of owning a cool ride. But if you're gonna go into the business of detailing, you might as well do it the right way. To get an "inside look" at the proper way to detail and protect your car we visited with Craig Burnett, better known as Mr. Chemist, down at Mother's Polishes Waxes Cleaners. Of course, we didn't go to Mr. Chemist with the thoughts of visiting the almighty oracle with all the answers. Instead we went to clear up some misconceptions and get some tips on going about detailing your car.
What we found, first and foremost, was to take in the situation at hand. Put it like this: if someone was to come and ask you, "How often should I take a shower, shave, brush my teeth, etc.?" you'd probably say whenever you need to. The same principle applies to your ride. Before you run out and buy all the latest and greatest products (by the way, any 1-step mo, blow, and go product probably isn't the best investment, sorry you're gonna have to get dirty!), take a look at what needs to be done, and get to work. If it only needs a wash, wash it. If it needs claying, clay it. I think you get the picture. But how do you tell what needs to be done? For the most part, it's pretty obvious, but there are a few cloudy subjects. For that reason we asked Craig to help us clear the air, and figure out what product does what and how often it needs to be used.
Polishes, Sealer/Glaze, and Waxes
Some might think that polishes, glazes/sealers, and waxes are the same thing, but they couldn't be more wrong; each is unique in its own way. Take polishes for instance. Polishes, or pre-wax cleaners, are designed to be the first line of defense in a thorough three-step wax job. The polish is applied first which removes oxidation, old wax buildup, water spots, bird droppings, and other contaminants. A polish also removes any minor defects that the eye can see by replacing the larger scratches, which can be seen, with minute scratches that aren't visible to the naked eye. Basically, they remove scratches with little ones that don't reflect light and make themselves visible. Unlike using a true wax, polishes are typically applied twice a year, but once again use as needed.The second step in a thorough wax job is applying a sealer/glaze. Sealer/glaze picks up where the polish left off. Sealer/glaze removes and hides imperfections by acting as a gap filler. They also contain a super-fine polish that further improves the quality of the paint. Sealer/glaze is ideal for removing and hiding minor swirls and cobwebs. Unlike a polish a sealer/glaze is used much more often. It can be used without repolishing the surface and applied over prior coats of wax, which really benefits darker cars. Darker paints have a higher reflective index, meaning more light reflects, which means they show more imperfections in the paint. When using sealer/glaze on a dark car it brings out the depth and luster of the paint. On the other hand, sealer/glaze works just as well on light colored cars.
Lastly, it's step three of the job--waxing. First and foremost, wax acts as a protective barrier to the outside elements, provides lasting shine, and perception. On top of that, wax is a sealer to the sealer/glaze. When choosing a wax, there are several options. For starters, you can choose a paste wax, liquid wax, or spray wax. Although the wax is in a different form, all waxes are designed to protect, shine, and add perception. What it really comes down to is a preference of delivery. All three will generally last 8-12 weeks. So yes, plan on waxing your ride every three months! The next choice is going with a carnauba, synthetic, or blended wax. All are made from different materials. Mother's carnauba wax is made from Brazilian #1 yellow carnauba. It's designed to give the perception of a deep, rich, and ultra shiny look. Synthetic waxes offer up more of a luxurious factor. They leave the paint feeling smooth and sleek, almost slippery to the touch. Last is a blended wax, such as the Mother's Reflections line. This wax combines the best of both the carnauba and synthetic world. New advancements in liquid polymer technologies allow Mother's to blend mild cleaners with high gloss polymers. Which ever you choose is a solid choice. Waxes are like trying different beers, each has their unique characteristics, but in the end they're all beer. One thing to keep in mind is when spreading wax around be sure to cover the entire area. Whether your style is circular, side to side, or up and down it doesn't matter. Good coverage is key to a good wax job.
Clay Bar
One of the best kept secrets, although not intentionally kept, is a clay bar. Although most people know what a clay bar is, most don't have a clue to why they are an important part of detailing. In a nutshell, using clay bars is like shaving. You need a razor and cream to remove hairs that washing can't, which is the case with claying. Over time particles (such as grains of metal, tree sap, airborne environmental deposits, paint overspray) embed themselves in paint. Normal polishing, waxing, and washing isn't strong enough to remove the particles. By sliding a clay bar over the paint, it pulls out and shears off embedded particles. When using a clay bar simply spray some instant detailer, which acts like shaving cream, then slide the clay bar over the area. When using the clay bar you must kneed the bar occasionally to expose clean material to the surface of the vehicle. A typical bar will last through three clayings. One important thing to remember about claying is, only do it if you plan to wax afterwards. When using a clay bar it strips wax off the paint, which leaves the paint exposed to the elements. For that reason a protective barrier, wax, needs to be applied. It may seem like a lot of work, but when you run your hand over your rides finish and feel nothing but a smooth surface, you'll see that claying is definitely worth it!
Tire Care
One misconception about tires is that people assume when their tires start turning brown, something's wrong. In a way the answer is yes and no. Tires are made to wick. When a tire wicks, it is releasing compounds to keep the tire supple and soft, which keeps the tire from cracking. Tires naturally wick, however when tires are turning brown, it means the tires are not being cared for properly, and excessive wicking is occurring. Although the tire is doing what it's designed to, unfortunately it leaves something more to be desired of the tire's appearance. To help the longevity of your tires, and to keep them from turning brown, clean them regularly. Use a good tire and rubber cleaner to scrub the tires clean. It's a good idea to start with tires before any other washing, due to the fact tires can kick up grease and grime. Once the tires are washed, use a tire treatment dressing. Tire dressings help protect the tire from UV exposure, cracking, fading, and turning brown. When picking a tire dressing, avoid solvent-based tire and rubber protectants, such as distilled petrochemicals. They will only decrease the tire's lasting life. Another good rule of thumb is when using a dressing, apply the it to an applicator, spread the dressing, and then let it sit for a minute or two. Afterward, wipe the excess dressing off the tire; this will help keep your car from looking like an ink splatter.
Wheels. What else can you say other than get ready to wrap a cloth around a few fingers and meticulously scrub, splash, and pull any and all-road buildup off? How about an all-wheel cleaner for starters. Did you know that sometimes it's as simple as spraying an all-wheel cleaner on, letting it sit, and then washing it off? Well, now ya do. Mother's products will remove grime, grease, brake dust, and dirt without even having to pick up a sponge. It's also safe to use on clearcoated, anodized, polished, color-coated, modular, and factory-treated wheels. Can I get a hallelujah? Afterward, if you want your rims to shine even more, it's up to you. When working with a mag or billet rim, use the appropriate polish. Once again, mag polish removes scratches and polishes. A billet polish takes things even further, due to the fact that billet polish is specifically designed to work on billet. When it comes to chrome you can't really polish it. Chrome is a plating, which mean means the plating is hard and not malleable. What a chrome polish is designed to do is give the chrome a "deep cleaning" that brings out that show and shine in chrome. One of those off the wall cool facts about mag polish is you can use it to clear up plastic headlights and taillights.
Car Wash
I used to think you only need three things to get through life: barbecue sauce, duct tape, and Tide. I mean seriously, is there anything that one of those things doesn't work on? As it turns out, there is one. Tide isn't exactly the greatest choice for washin' cars. Tide, Dawn, Cascade, and any other type of detergent is designed to remove grease, grime, and other contaminants. Well, when used on a car's surface, it does what it's designed to do--remove grease, which is similar to wax. Car wash solutions have been balanced to remove contaminants associated with the automotive world, and yet be gentle on wax. So be sure to use an appropriate solution.
Odds and Ends
Under the hot sun, your ride will begin to show its age. Usually, the first things to crack, fade, and go south are vinyl and leather. Be sure to use some sort of protectant on dashes, seats, etc. By using a one that blocks the harsh UV rays, you can prolong the life of your interior. As for vinyl trim, bumpers, moldings, wiper arms, and more you can use Mother's Back-to-Black. Back-to-Black restores those sunburnt items. Remember to make trim detailing a regular part of your routine.
As you can see, there are really no secrets to detailing your ride. The only real secret is knowing what each product does, and how often it should be used. But then again, there's really no set amount of how often to detail your ride. What it comes down to is how often your car needs it, and how far you want to go with it. It's kind of like one of those "Weather Permitting" events. It will happen if the weather's good, but if it's not, adios. Detailing your ride is the same concept; if the conditions are present, its time to detail. Oh yeah, there's one last thing you're going to need. Grab a few cold ones at the end of the day, stand back, and watch your baby glow while you bask in your glory. It's cool, you can thank me later.


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wayward13 necesitaba un nuevo diseño de logotipo y lanzó un concurso de diseño en 99designs.
Un ganador ha sido elegido entre 58 diseños de 14 diseñadores freelance.
OPTIMIZE Electrical Solutions
OPTIMIZE is an electrical contractor specilizing in Solar Electrical. While we install, fix and repair normal electrical services, we are solar energy specialist. We would like a logo that builds confidence in our abilities, but also shows that we can find a creative solution to the problem.
Our target market is homeowners with a household income of $120,000. Our existing "primary electrical services" customers are already sold on our service and abilities, we need to constantly attract new customers who are interested & can afford our Solar Solutions.
We need a professional logo. The name needs to be easily readable with small but creative icon. The look needs to be more modern than retro. Would perfer as close to a "2 high x 4 wide" scale, but understand that OPTIMIZE is pretty long.
The dominate name needs to be OPTIMIZE with Electrical Solutions subordinated.
Our icon ideas are electrical outlets, electrical plugs, plugged into the sun, (but not just a sun). Another idea was to use the "Z" in Optimize to say electrical...
Currently we like the use of green in the logo, since it ties into the "green" energy theme of our solar business. If your design is selected we will need the PMS colors that you prefer. The logo must work in gray scale.
We will be using the logo immediately on business cards, door hangers and a website.
We will be active in the process, will give good & regular feedback. We appreciate every idea, although we know we can only pick one.
Thanks for your interest & help in this project.
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The A-10 was standardised on July 20th 1938, as an intermediate weight glove, and was used throughout the whole of WWII.
It was standard issue to all aircrew, and exceedingly popular it was too.
Attractively designed, it was made from a supple Goatskin leather and lined with a fine wool knit. The ribbed wristlet was also made from a 100% wool knit.
True to form, we have reproduced the A-10 to exact U.S.A.A.F. spec.
Made from authentically tanned supple Goatskin leather (the A-10 was only ever made from Goatskin), our A-10 is sewn to perfection.
We have matched the lining and wristlet in the correct material, colour and weave. An authentic AAF decal is also applied to each glove as per the originals.
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Lemon Ginger Blackberry Swirl Ice Cream Recipe
I scream, you scream, we all scream for...
This ice cream pairs a bright, slightly spicy lemon-ginger base with a dark, sweet, and tart blackberry swirl.
Note: It's best to leave your blackberry purée slightly chunky, as it will be easier to strain and yield a better swirl.
- Yield:makes about 1 quart
- Active time: 1 hour
- Total time:2 hours, plus an overnight chill
- Rated:
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup whole milk
- Peels of two large lemons, removed with a vegetable peeler
- 3 tablespoons minced ginger
- 3 1/2 cups blackberries (about 18 ounces)
- 1 1/4 cup sugar, divided
- 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt, divided
- 6 egg yolks
In a heavy saucepan, bring cream and milk to a simmer. Stir in lemon peels and ginger, cover, and remove from heat. Let steep for 1 hour.
Purée blackberries in a blender or food processor just until they break apart into a liquid and no large chunks remain (see note). Slowly pour purée through a strainer and gently stir with a fork or whisk. Measure out 1 1/2 cups strained juice and discard blackberry pulp.
In a heavy saucepan, bring strained blackberry juice to a simmer on medium heat and reduce to 1/2 cup, stirring frequently. Stir in 1/2 cup sugar and 1/4 teaspoon salt until dissolved. Transfer to a small container and chill in refrigerator.
In a clean, heavy saucepan, whisk together 3/4 cups sugar with egg yolks until pale in color and thickened. When dairy finishes steeping, pour through a strainer into pot and whisk to combine with yolk-sugar mixture. Put saucepan on medium heat and cook, stirring frequently, until a custard forms on the back of a spoon, but a finger swiped across the back leaves a clean line. Add 1/2 teaspoon salt. Pour through a stainer into an airtight container and refrigerate overnight.
The next day, churn in ice cream maker according to manufacturer's instructions. While ice cream is churning, remove blackberry syrup from freezer and stir to loosen. Transfer 1/3 of finished ice cream into an airtight container, then quickly spread on half of syrup. Repeat, and top off with last 1/3 of ice cream. Chill in freezer until firm, at least three hours, preferably longer.
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His, Hers.
October 20, 2016
I am a big believer in coordinating your outfit with your other half. I think that looking like you planned your outfits is super cute and a fun way to always look great together. When I say coordinate, I don't mean being perfectly matchy-matchy. It needs to be in a subtle way that casually says, "We meant to do this."
Here are a few tips that I have when planning your outfit with your significant other-
- Stay within the same color palette- This is a simple way to look like you are coordinating with out having to try too hard.
- Wear one item that is the same fabric to match back to each other- In our outfits here, we matched the suede in my skirt to the suede in his jacket. You can also do it with accessories if you don't want to match in such a big way.
- Stick with neutrals- You don't want to come through wearing the same loud print. That just makes it too obvious! You want to stick to colors like black, brown, white or even some darker hues of navy, olive or burgundy.
How do you feel about coordinating with your significant other? What about coordinating with your friends?
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... you were ... the ... unfortunate and counterproductive resolution ... United Nations General Assembly ... odd that just passed ... because it places further obstacle in the path to peace ... we have been clear that only through direct negotiations between the parties can the Palestinians and Israelis ... achieve the peace ... they both deserve ... of course was the current state Hillary Clinton reacting to the vote in the United Nations General Assembly this week in the Palestinian Authority observer status at the UN similar to what the Vatican has they're here to discuss this with me is the germ is the Journal it oral pages assistant features editor David Feith ... David up ... Telefónica could this be regarded as the diplomatic defeat for the United States ... yes and no on one hand it was ... intended to defeat and perhaps a sign of of ... the season races ... it ... it makes our report diplomatic record at the UN ... that the US couldn't get France and Germany and other allies to vote with us against this Palestinian move to bring one of our ... friends reporting Germany abstained ... at the same time in general the idea the UN General Assembly ... a place ... in populated areas to ... to a great degree by the two countries to better better not democratic ... that have ... no particular case for for the West and Western values ... I've that the UN General some he ... doesn't like Israel and the sight of it cos Aims is not new in fact it goes back and literally decades ... well I guess the rationale for doing some opponents of those who voted for was that it kind of ... forces the Israelis to enter into negotiations with the ... Palestinian Authority what you think is the practical effect ... in in those terms ... are pretzel effect might be very much the opposite ... in Greece for two reasons the first is that the Israelis see this as as a very un friendly in aggressive acceptance of the Israeli government and Israeli voters ... might be Obel less inclined ... to ... enter into negotiations and pursue a peace process which has returned peace for very long time ... the other reason is that ... this action in the new when ... actually go is ... fundamentally against ... the entire framework for the peace process which has existed since the nineteen ninety for gospel records that said ... that the Palestinian ... path to a state ... is a path through bilateral negotiations with Israel ... not through moves like this in international arena ... ok one question I think all was like the center of the subject one that comes up news is there any provision hear any indication that the Palestinians or the Arabs ... are at this point willing to recognize ... Israel's legitimacy ... the the the short answer is that it is know is that there are not good signs in that direction I Israel's UN ambassador actually said yesterday ... that ... it was in the sixty fifth anniversary ... of the UN vote in nineteen forty seven to create two states for two peoples ... the ... the the the Israelis accept about forty seven in the Arab states rejected here we are sixty five years later the UN is creating a birth certificate as well with Abbas call that the Palestinians ... yet the Palestinians have still not come around ... to saying that their vision also ... has two states for two peoples yell ... well and so some like it so it estimates mulesing more things change the more they remain the same and ... a ... strong United Nations bank stated ...


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When joining two pieces of coax do you lose bandwith at the female connector? What Im asking is it like ham radio am I losing signal by lack of insulation, sh$# i dont know I might be getting to diffrent fields mixed up.
I don't know the electrical details, but my gut feeling is that bandwidth on coax 10 megabit network is generally either 100% or nothing.
Sure if you have a very broken network you can lose packets, but in my experience even very dodgy networks have very low packet losses. 10meg coax generally either works perfectly or not at all.
I have read that there is a limit on the number of connectors and length of wire, presumably beyond that it stops working. However, again from experience, once you reach more than three or four machines, the number of connectors gets so high that reliability from dodgy connections falls to almost nothing so you can forget about any theoretical limits.
My university did used to have coax runs with 30 machines which worked, that was amazing. I only assume that they used high quality connectors etc and made their cables properly (unlike my home networks)
There is some loss which is why the standard is 185m total segment length with maximum of 30 nodes. When joining segments together a repeater is required and counts as a node on each segment.
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Very similar to radio (RF), You lose signal level over the lenght due ti resistance in the cable as well as the hi frequency attenuation due to capacitance.. you will also lose signal due to insufficent shielding..
The Pulses/RF "Flow" as a EM field between the Core and Shield. If the shield is not 100% signal will be re-radiated...
Also even in the best of Cards the source and Load impeadences will not match correctly, this will cause pulses to be reflected along the coax, this will also cause signal degredation..
BUT to answer your Question..
Any connector will introduce a extra level of resistance and Impedence mismatch to the cable circuit there for causing some form of signal degredation either by resistive attenuation or by pulse reflections distorting the resultant signals..
(bit tired.. I hope that some of this made sence)
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I know BNC barrel connectors cause signal attenuation(weakening of the signal),which I imagine could affect the transmission speed and quality due to the recieving server having a hard time reading the signal,and possible need for retransmission of the signal.It's always best,whenever possible,to go with one solid piece of coax.If this is not avoidable,and you have to use a long cable with a number of connectors,I'd recommend a repeater.
Also,if such an arrangement is necessary,it sounds like your network may be a little too big for the particular physical topology you're using.For example if you are using a bus topology,you might want to consider a star or star-bus,that way you can make more effecient use of the shorter pieces of cable.Or you might want to implement a thicknet to thinnet structureto reduce signal attenuation and increase range.
There's a million different ways to solve such networking problems.If I were you,I'd get a Networking essentials book or something along those lines and learn the stuff yourself,because along with the different physical and logical topologies,cabeling types,and different connectors,repeaters,hubs,and routers,you have a budget and that is going to be the main obstacle in most networks.
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Hum, gg: coax and BNC connectors == thinnet...
(And thinnet is much deprecated...)
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I realize that BNC and coax = thinnet,and that thinnet is deprecated,but that's what it sounds like he's referring to,hence that post,but I would definately recommend going with catagory 5 STP or ideally fiber optic cable as signal integrity is much better than standard thinnet.The fiber optic route is still kinda pricey though.
Yeah ok..
By the way: "oups!" I meant "thicknet is much deprecated", thinnet is only "deprecated"
Indeed as far as interference fiber is the obvious champion... Also, with STP you have to make sure it's properly grounded else it can be worst that UTP, because the shield acts like an atennea...
Well, you are all right.
There is several different things to factor for coax.
First, The size (RG-59, RG-6, RG-11) which is for residential houses has a certain bandwidth
for each.
RG-59 = 5 megabit <<Which is not preferred for broadband>>
RG-6 = True 10 megabit <<Which IS preferred for broadband by majority of ISP's>>
RG-11 = 10 to 20 megabit <<Which is very high quality coax, usually used for
apartments, duplexes, and etc>>
Second is the Spectrum that the broandband is ran:
There is different ratios to accuire by:
What MHz your upstream is coming in on
What MHz you downstream is going out on
Most all ISP's usually use for their upstream somewhere between 80Mhz to 1Ghz or higher (usually ranging within 6Mhz worth of bandwidth) On the downstream side anywhere from 5Mhz to 200Mhz with a 6Mhz range.
<<At my company, we use 98Mhz for our downstream and 32 Mhz for our upstream
using a Cisco uBR7114>>
Third is the distance and how far it has to go before it hits a HFC plant amplifier until it's reaches the Headend. Here is a link to look at http://www.radio-ware.com/products/t...o/coaxloss.htm
There is several more factors to look at when determining bandwidth with coax but
I would be here all day talking about it. Something to look at if you are having problems
with bandwidth with coax is to talk to your ISP and tell them to check your dB levels, check for C/N (Carrier Over Noise), Check for leaks (such as bad connectors or cracks in the coax), Or to see if there is too many splitters in the coax line.
Hope this helps
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What to do in Wuhan
Wuhan is the capital city of China's Hubei province, and it's an exciting mix of the old and new. Some people think it's only a major port of the Yangtze River, but Wuhan offers so much more for travellers who come to visit.
Start exploring Wuhan and head to the Wuchang District. Stop by the city's largest tourist attraction, and see the modern structure of the Yellow Crane Tower on Snake Hill. From the top of the tower, you can see fantastic views of Snake Hill Park, the whole city of Wuhan, and Yangtze River.
For more amazing natural scenery of Wuhan, go hiking at Mo Hill and head to its scenic area. Fall for Mother Nature at the beautiful Wuhan Botanical Garden, where you'll find 70 hectares of over 8,000 species of flora and stunning landscaping.
Discover the rich history and culture of the city and visit the Memorial Hall of Wuchang Uprising in 1911 Revolution, the Hubei Provincial Museum, and Wuhan University. Don't forget to visit the colourful Baotong Temple and Changchun Taoist Temple.
At the Hanyang District is where you'll find the impressive Guiyuan Buddhist Temple. Explore the fascinating Qingchuan Pavilion and Temple of Yu the Great, and find some great views of Wuhan's river.
Are you travelling with your little ones? Your family will love Wuhan Zoo! You can say hello to the giant panda, red pandas, wolves, zebras, and many more. The zoo also has an amusement park too. And if you want a more thrilling theme park, head to Happy Valley Wuhan for some of the fastest rides in Asia.
Take your camera to Hankou's waterfront for a unique view of Wuhan. Travel back in time at the Longquan Shan Scenic Area. Experience the local culture of Wuhan in Jiqing Street, and complete this list of things to do in Wuhan to get the most out of your Wuhan trip.
When to visit Wuhan
The best time to visit Wuhan is during spring (April-June) and autumn (September-November), when you can enjoy the scenery and little to no rain. Score cheaper airfare and book your flights for October, when it's the cheapest time to fly to Wuhan.
Australians need a visa to fly to China and visit Wuhan. Visit the Embassy of The People's Republic of China in Australia website to know how to apply for your visa, and Smartraveller for more info.
Travelling to and around Wuhan
You'll be flying to Wuhan Tianhe International Airport, and from there you can reach the city by taxi and airport shuttle bus. Travel around Wuhan by taxi, bus, subway, and ferry.
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Robert Pershing Wadlow
Robert Pershing Wadlow (Feb. 22, 1918 - July 15, 1940) was the tallest man in recorded history and about the same height as the biblical Goliath. Wadlow grew to 8' 11.1" tall, and was still growing when he died from a foot infection caused by ill-fitting shoes.
Wadlow was born, educated and buried in the small town of Alton, Illinois, located on the Mississippi River about 30 miles north of St. Louis.
Many local townspeople remembered him long after his untimely death for his upbeat personality and very good spirits, and he became known as the "Gentle Giant." His smile graced numerous photographs and he became a popular guest at events.
Wadlow's enormous height was attributed to an overactive pituitary gland, which produces a growth hormone. Today there is therapy to correct for such overproduction of the growth hormone, but no such treatment was available then.
Wadlow enjoyed a childhood that was normal in every way except his height. He was bright in school and well-liked by his peers.
He joined the Boy Scouts, and at age of 13 he was the largest Boy Scout in the world. His height was 7' 4" and his weight was 270 pounds, and it required 14 yards of 36" wide material to make his Boy Scout uniform.[1]
He attended and graduated from Alton High School (then Tatler-Alton High School), which continues to exist today. There is a film of him practicing basketball with the high school team, which has some humorous scenes as he simply dropped the ball into the basket without jumping or even stretching much.
Remembering the Gentle Giant
Wadlow's untimely death at age 22 required a dozen men, aided by eight others, to carry his 1000-pound casket at his funeral. He was buried in Upper Alton Cemetery, where his body rests to this day.
He remains honored by the Alton Museum of History and Art, which is located on the campus of the Southern Illinois University School of Dental Medicine, on College Avenue in Alton, Illinois.


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U.S. and Mexican authorities have been chasing Joaquin "El Chapo" Guzman for more than a decade. The Drug Enforcement Administration and Immigration and Customs Enforcement have been working with Mexican marines to track down the drug lord, but he has stayed days, and sometimes just hours, ahead of his pursuers.
According to The Associated Press, El Chapo has used the most sophisticated technology to counter the efforts of law enforcement, allowing him to move freely and live a surprisingly normal life for being one of the most wanted men in the world.
The question now is what happens next to El Chapo. Several U.S. states want the man brought to trial on drug-trafficking charges. "Among the allegations levied by prosecutors in Chicago was that Guzman and several of his cohorts discussed staging attacks on U.S. or Mexican facilities in Mexico to express outrage at the extradition of cartel members to the United States," the AP has reported.
However, Mexican authorities want their chance to prosecute him, meaning extradition could be years away.
U.S. prosecutors are right to be concerned. Mexican authorities had El Chapo once already. He escaped from a prison there in 2001, and it is reported that he still controlled his empire from his cell.
El Chapo has public support in his home state of Sinaloa, not uncommon in a country where the drug trade supports local economies. Likewise, the drug lord's money and power can sway corrupt officials.
Another drug lord will fill the vacuum left by El Chapo, just as he stepped in to fill vacuums left by rivals. Therefore, the greatest value he has to authorities in Mexico and the United States is the information he holds on the operations of drug traffickers.
In the custody of Mexican authorities, will he talk? That seems unlikely. If prison officials can be bought to allow his escape, they can be swayed to not protect him from harm.
If the the years of work that has gone into El Chapo's capture is to be worth it, the drug lord must be tried in the United States, where his incarceration would be secure.


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We welcomed 500 healthcare professionals from 48 countries to our recent '3rd Insights' global professional education meeting in London, UK. An expert international faculty presented and discussed the latest scientific and technological developments in orthopaedic reconstruction. Video footage of the event will be available in due course. Their shared evidence is now available
Prof Hilde Vandenneucker (BE).
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This short lecture by Prof Hilde Vandenneucker (BE) discusses the design rationale and performance of the JOURNEY™ II BCS bi-cruciate system in total knee arthroplasty, and how the design impacts normal kinematic patterns, flexion and patient satisfaction. Prof Vandenneucker then presents a study of over 2,000 TKAs using the JOURNEY II BCS, including rates and causes of revision compared to national joint registries.
Recorded at:3rd InsightsEvidence and Outcomes in Hip and Knee ArthroplastyLondon, United Kingdom21-23 June, 2018Chairmen:Prof Fares Haddad (UK)Prof Jan Victor (BE)
Prof Alfred Tria (US).
Prof Alfred Tria (US) lectures on the rationale and importance of bi-cruciate retaining total knee arthroplasty, including factors such as kinematics, range of motion and implant survivorship. He highlights evidence on the progression on BCR knees and reasons for failure, before presenting a new, anatomically-tested design with 2-year performance data.
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3rd InsightsEvidence and Outcomes in Hip and Knee ArthroplastyLondon, United Kingdom21-23 June, 2018Chairmen:Prof Fares Haddad (UK)Prof Jan Victor (BE)
Dr Fred Cushner (US).
Dr Fred Cushner (US) presents evidence and design rationale on the JOURNEY™ II BCS knee system for when both cruciate ligaments are either damaged or missing. Initially covering key milestones in the design rationale, he uses on-screen prompts to demonstrate how the various features and physiological matching aim to overcome existing TKA limitations. In conclusion, Dr Cushner outlines considerations for tibial loosening and patella revisions, before sharing his own experience and performance data.
Prof Fabio Catani (IT).
Prof Fabio Catani (IT) presents evidence and data on how the stability of kinematics is affected by articular and soft-tissue geometry in total knee revision. Outlining key considerations such as surgical technique, joint laxity and the tibial/femoral contact point, Prof Catani proceeds to discuss the use of fluoroscopy. In conclusion, he discusses the design rationale of JOURNEY™ II BCS and normal knee kinematics.
Prof Jan Victor (BE).
On the subject of joint line level and orientation in total knee arthroplasty, Prof Jan Victor (BE) discusses kinematic conflicts, mid-flexion instability and coronal plane alignment before outlining how the joint line can be changed during surgery. Using on-screen prompts, he offers guidance for achieving physiologic joint line orientation and explains misalignment phenomena. In conclusion, he presents considerations for flexion stability and summarises the importance of joint line orientation.
Dr Ashok Rajgopal (IN).
Dr Ashok Rajgopal (IN) offers his experience and expertise of coronal alignment using NAVIO™ Robotics Assistance. Initially outlining the current state of total knee arthroplasty, he discusses the role of robotics assistance for precision and flexibility in assessing laxity, stresses and tensions. Dr Rajgopal then provides an on-screen demonstration of features, usage and preferences for evaluating, mapping and guiding accurate implant placement and gap planning.
Dr James Chow (US).
On the subject of Patellofemoral Joint Replacement (PFJ) Dr Jimmy Chow (US) outlines when the procedure is relevant, including considerations of trochlear displacement, biomechanics and meniscal integrity. Dr Chow discusses what he uses for PFJ, including historical outcomes, to achieve an ideal reconstruction for stability and rotation that is not limited to resurfacing. He concludes with the role of robotics for visualising and mapping to optimise the trochlear groove, with on-screen examples.
Dr Michael McAuliffe (AU).
Dr Michael McAuliffe (AU) seeks to address misunderstandings in partial knee replacement. After presenting a comparative meta-analysis between high-tibial osteotomy (HTO) and Total Knee Arthroplasty (TKA), Dr McAuliffe discusses the merits of Unicompartmental Knee Arthroscopy (UKA), including potential selection bias and cost- effectiveness. In conclusion, he offers insight on the use of registries and possible solutions to high rates of loosening, including robotics assistance.
Prof Sébastien Lustig (FR).
Professor Sébastien Lustig presents the optimal technique and approach for lateral unicompartment knee arthroplasty, outlining key anatomical and biomechanical considerations. Prof Lustig discusses tibial resection and compensating for the screw home mechanism for stability and rotation. In conclusion, he highlights the potential pitfalls, including the tibial slope and sagittal positioning, and the role of robotics assistance.
Mr Tim Wilton (UK).
Mr Tim Wilton (UK) discusses how decisions are informed for retaining, balancing, substituting or excising the PCL, and how knee selection can affect that choice. Comparing the advantages of both cruciate-retaining and posterior stabilised implants, including revision rates and kinematics, Mr Wilton presents studies on function scores, mid-flexion laxity and stability. In conclusion, he outlines relevant considerations during surgery and the PCL's effect on TKA load balance.
Prof Johan Bellemans (BE).
On the subject of restoring constitutional alignment, Prof Johan Bellemans (BE) outlines the importance of, and approaches to achieve, the constitutional varus angle in TKA. Presenting side-by-side patient comparisons, Prof Bellemans discusses the options of cutting bone and implant adjustment. Offering his expertise on the three key mistakes when restoring neutral mechanical alignment, Prof Bellemans concludes by demonstrating the effect of alignment and BMI on total knee replacement.
Mr Riddhit Mitra (S&N).
This video, presented by Mr Riddhit Mitra, discusses the value proposition, design rationale and features of NAVIO robotics assistance in total knee arthroplasty. In outlining the capabilities of this technology, Mr Mitra narrates an on-screen demonstration NAVIO's workflow. After a surgical demonstration of the distal femur burr technique, he presents the outcome of a cadaveric study on the accuracy of final implant placement and an operative time assessment.
Dr David Mayman (US).
Dr David Mayman (US) discusses the merits of customised implants for total knee arthroplasty. Covering the current challenges and objectives for sizing, overhang and coverage, he uses the JOURNEY™ II implant as an example of current options for recreating the natural joint line and flexion gap for normal kinematics. Dr Mayman then presents the role of NAVIO™ robotics assistance in providing accuracy, before concluding with his own deliberation on whether customised implants are necessary.
Dr Martin Roche (US).
Dr Martin Roche (US) offers his experience and expertise of using intra-operative pressure sensors in total knee arthroplasty. He outlines the importance of customising soft tissue and the importance of meeting patient expectations, before providing on-screen demonstrations of using sensors in achieving the appropriate rotational stability, balancing and flexion. Dr Roche concludes with considerations for a cementing technique and the importance of a balanced approach.
Prof Sébastien Lustig (FR) briefly lectures on the role of robotics assistance in total knee arthroplasty. He initially outlines what would constitute 'perfect' surgery, focusing on aspects such as rotation, positioning and alignment. He then demonstrates the features of NAVIO™ Robotics Assistance- both during surgery and for pre-operative planning. After briefly presenting evidence on the performance of NAVIO for unicompartment knee arthroplasty, Prof Lustig concludes with a short summary and future trends towards robotics in TKA.
Dr David Mayman (US) discusses his own experience and approach in managing patient expectations and satisfaction. He explains how the two often correlate for aspects such as pain, function and recovery time. Dr Mayman then outlines his approach for educating and preparing the patient for what is likely to happen, both before and after surgery, including factors such as pain management, complications and mental health. The lecture includes a brief overview outlining the role of implant choice.
Prof Fares Haddad (UK).
Prof Fares Haddad (UK) discusses the importance, rationale and landscape of innovation in total joint arthroplasty. He briefly covers the appetite for innovation and its impact on patient satisfaction, before citing various risks, recent problems and the importance of knowing when innovation is required. Prof Haddad shares this thoughts on the potential direction for future developments, before concluding with a personal opinion on the areas in need of innovation.
Dr David Mayman (US) shares personal experience from his own practice on how total knee arthroplasty has evolved, including aspects such as anaesthesia, multi-modal post-operative pain management and advancements in wound dressings. He continues by discussing the evolving surgical techniques and the advent of both computer and robotics assistance. In conclusion, Dr Mayman highlights improvements in implant technology and how the future of TKA may be in augmented reality.
Prof Edward Davis (UK).
This brief video, delivered by Prof Edward Davis (UK), discusses the PROMIS app-based digital platform for collecting PROMs data from total knee arthroplasty patients. Designed to address the current challenges in collecting data, he highlights the dynamic tools for measuring health outcomes and creating a comprehensive picture in a time efficient manner. Prof Davis concludes with a summary of its value to surgeons and patients.
JOURNEY™ II BCS is designed to facilitate near-normal kinematics,...
World Arthroplasty Congress. 19-21 April 2018; Rome, Italy.
Significant improvements in patient-reported Knee Society Scores...
Harris AI, et al. Arthroplast Today (2017).
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JOURNEY™ II BCS shows good early results
Hommel H, Wilke K. Open Orthop J (2017).
JOURNEY™ II BCS restores function comparable to bicruciate retaining...
Iriuchishima T, Ryu K. J Knee Surg (2017).
Bone&Joint Science: The Evolution of Guided Motion Total Knee...
Chris Moore, Nathan Lenz.
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JOURNEY™ II BCS is associated with significantly improved flexion...
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Mayman DJ, et al. ISPOR Symposium (2018).
Evidence in Focus: Restitution of joint-line height in...
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TAM Airlines firms up commitment to order 25 Airbus aircraft
TAM Airlines, Airbus' biggest customer in the Southern Hemisphere and Brazil's largest airline, signed a firm order for 25 eco-efficient Airbus aircraft, bringing the Brazilian airline's total Airbus order book to 176. This order for 20 A320 Family and five A350-900s follows the Memorandum of Understanding announced at ILA Berlin Air Show in June.
TAM's new A320 Family aircraft will replace existing A320 Family aircraft as part of the airline's commitment to keep an average fleet age of six years. Both the A320 Family and A350 XWB fleet will serve the carrier's existing routes and boost eco-efficiency. "We have the commitment to offer our customers one of the youngest fleets in the world of aviation," said Líbano Barroso, CEO of TAM Airlines.
As of today, TAM's total Airbus orders have increased to 134 A320 Family aircraft, 15 A330-200s and 27 A350 XWB. 65 Airbus A320 Family aircraft, two A330-200s and 27 A350 XWB are still in the backlog.
"We are extremely pleased with TAM's continued confidence in Airbus, and appreciate the great partnership we have established over the past decade," said John Leahy, Airbus Chief Operating Officer, Customers. "The A320 Family is recognized as being the most modern and efficient single-aisle aircraft around, and through continuous investments the best keeps getting better. TAM's repeat order underlines this aircraft's leadership position in the market."
Today more than 370 Airbus aircraft are flying with 23 Latin American airline customers and operators, representing more than 40 percent of the fleet in service. With TAM being the biggest customer, more than 500 Airbus aircraft have been sold in the region, which enjoys a record backlog of more than 200 aircraft.
The A320 Family (A318, A319, A320 and A321) is recognised as the benchmark single-aisle aircraft family. With over 6,500 aircraft sold, and more than 4,300 aircraft delivered to some 310 customers and operators worldwide, the A320 Family is the world's best-selling single-aisle aircraft family. With 99.7 per cent reliability and extended servicing periods, the A320 Family has the lowest operating costs of any single aisle aircraft. Uniquely, the A320 Family offers a containerized cargo system, which is compatible with the worldwide standard wide-body system.
The A350 XWB Family is Airbus' response to widespread market demand for a series of highly efficient medium-capacity long-range wide-body aircraft. The A350 has the widest fuselage in its category, offering unprecedented levels of comfort, the lowest operating costs and lowest seat mile cost of any aircraft in this market segment. After today's announcement, orders for the aircraft stand at 535 from 34 customers.
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Installing the update
To update to Mac OS X 10.5.5, use Software Update or the standalone installer. You only need to use one of these methods to update your computer.
Software Update
Choose Software Update from the Apple menu to automatically check for the latest Apple software via the Internet, including this update. (Software Update might have linked you to this article to learn more about the update.) If your computer is not up-to-date, other software updates available for your computer may appear which you should install. Note: An update's size may vary from computer to computer when installed using Software Update. Also, some updates must be installed prior to others, so you should run Software Update more than once to make sure you have all available updates.
Standalone installer
Download the update installer and run it manually. This is a useful option when you need to update multiple computers but only want to download the update once. These versions of the standalone installers are available from Apple Downloads.
The Mac OS X 10.5.5 Update is recommended for all versions of Mac OS X 10.5 through 10.5.4.
The delta update lets you update from Mac OS X 10.5.4 to 10.5.5.
The combo update lets you update from Mac OS X 10.5, 10.5.1, 10.5.2, 10.5.3 or 10.5.4 to 10.5.5.
What's included?
- Includes recent Apple security updates.
- Addresses stability issues with video playback, processor core idling, and remote disc sharing for MacBook Air.
- Addresses an issue in which some Macs could unexpectedly power on at the same time each day.
- Resolves a stability issue in TextEdit that could be found when accessing the color palette.
- Improves Spotlight indexing performance.
- Fixes an issue in which contacts might not sync properly with PalmOS-based devices.
- Improves iPhone sync reliability with iCal and Address Book.
- Includes improvements to Active Directory (see this article for more information).
- Improves Speech Dictionary.
- Fixes Kerberos authentication issues for Mac OS X 10.5 clients that connect to certain Samba servers, such as Mac OS X Server version 10.4.
- Includes extensive graphics enhancements.
Address Book
- Addresses stability issues that may occur when creating a Smart Group.
- Resolves a printing issue with address cards containing information that spans more than one page.
Disk Utility and Directory Utility
- Improves reliability when rebuilding a software mirror RAID volume in Disk Utility.
- Improves reliability of server status displayed in Directory Utility.
- Updates iCal to more accurately handle repeating events.
- Improves performance when choosing meeting attendees.
- Resolves an issue in which the "Refresh All" option may be dimmed ("grayed out") in the contextual menu for certain calendars.
- Fixes issues with read-only calendars.
- Addresses an issue that prevents an invitee from moving an event to a different calendar.
- Resolves an issue with syncing published calendars.
- Addresses performance issues related to displaying IMAP messages.
- Resolves an issue with SMTP settings for AIM, Compuserve, Hanmail, Yahoo!, and Time Warner Road Runner email accounts.
- Addresses stability issues that may occur when dragging a file to the Mail icon in the Dock.
- Addresses an issue with the "Organized by Thread" view in which the date does not appear when the thread is collapsed.
- Resolves an issue in which RSS feeds could temporarily disappear from the sidebar.
- Improves Mail robustness when sending messages.
- Improves reliability when saving drafts that have attachments.
- Improves overall sync reliability.
- Improves Back to My Mac reliability.
Time Machine
- Improves Time Machine reliability with Time Capsule.
- Addresses performance issues that may affect initial and in-progress backups.
- Fixes an issue in which an incorrect alert message could appear stating that a backup volume does not have enough free space.
- Time Machine can now back up iPhone backups that are on your Mac, as well as other items in (~/Library/Application Support).
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This is a nudge to our wonderful suppliers that pride themselves in supplying Signorelli with the best quality raw ingredients that enable our teams creations. You can also buy these products in our cafe to enjoy at home!
Marriage's Millers
FLOUR – Organic selections 47 miles
LOOSE TEA - 55 miles
We love people like us who take pride in what they produce, Tea and the Gang bring us the finest Teas to complement our food with personality. https://www.teaandthegang.com/contact-us/
The Roasting
COFFEE - 8 miles away
Our smooth Italian roasted coffee is provided to us by this lovely independant roaster in the heart of Pimlico. http://www.theroasting.co.uk
Estate Dairy
Estate Dairy - Lancashire
A collective of young passional individuals dedicated to producing and bottlings the highest quality milk. They source the richest milk from their small herd of 120 Jersey and Friesian cows that graze on 450 acres in Lancashire. This love enables us to deliver the best italian coffee using the finest British milk.
H Forman & Son
H Formans & Son - Hackney wick 1 mile
Local smokehouse based down the road, supply the best smoked salmon in town to us for our brunches. You will really notice the difference in this premium quality salmon. It is also features on our Canape menu and available to order for Christmas or other events.
Englands Perserves
JAMS AND RELISH - 2 miles away
New Spitalfields Market
FRUIT AND VEGETABLES – less 1 mile
CURED MEATS AND CHEESE – 500 m