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Jeff London is a wuss and his voice makes me want to hit him in the face with a wiffle-ball ...
Jeff London is a wuss and his voice makes me want to hit him in the face with a wiffle-ball bat. Just something unpleasant enough to communicate my dislike, without the risk of causing serious injury. Come to think of it, maybe that's just the problem with London's album. Col. Summers Park does just enough to make a point, to communicate an emotion, but it never goes far enough in any one direction to make a serious impact. London swings a peacock feather, instead of the Louisville Slugger that any musician should wield if he expects you to give a damn.
Maybe it's the whole notion of anti-rock. If you weren't aware, Hush Records prides itself as the world's foremost producer of "anti-rock." And just what, you're dying to know, is anti-rock? Damned if I know, but Hush describes it as music "bereft of power chords and bombast, lacking bravado and hot licks," proudly admitting that it is, "well, weak," and promising that, "Yes, sirree, as long as there is rock, we will celebrate our weakness." Well, fine. Personally, I don't think the more moronic strains of rock need an antidote, being self-incriminating enough not to require outside assistance. And, well, the rest of rock either works or it doesn't. This whole anti-rock thing, though, just seems like a cheap trick to avoid being tagged as the more pedestrian "folk," or the more direct "sucks shit." But, hey, that's neither fair nor accurate. Hush has put out a fair amount of really beautiful, really well put together, um, "quiet music." Some of that can even be found on this Jeff London disc.
This album's title song is, melodically speaking, anti-original, but still a very pretty track. The doubled vocals on the second verse and the introduction of drums shortly thereafter are a few of the details that London uses to good effect, in order to build the song up from the soft, insistent guitar strumming at the track's outset. Rachel Blumberg, London's vocal adornment and partner on several of these songs, offers fragile harmonies that keep things anti-redundant.
"Strong Winters Cease" reminds me of the coda to a dinner party I attended two or three summers ago. After being pummeled by an endless supply of red wine, the party-goers retired to the living room furniture for a sit-down session of "pass around the acoustic guitar and let anybody emboldened enough by the alcohol make a fucking ass of himself." Like I said, the wine was plentiful. As one poor bastard took the guitar, people shot knowing, nervous glances at each other. And then it began. Tone-deafness and self-assurance make formidable partners, and before you know it, everybody was making the same "struggling to look normal even though I have a turd in my mouth" facial expression. "Strong Winters Cease," and particularly London's quavering, meandering lines, remind me very much of that performance. Granted, the melody is decent and the song resolves nicely at the end, but London's voice sounds best (or rather, anti-worst) when he sticks within a tightly circumscribed range.
Things dart from insipid to barely-less-so for the next six tracks, with few quality stops. "Routine Abandonment" is one of the respites. The distorted bass and piano flourishes are executed well enough to keep things interesting, and to divert attention from London's whiny pipes. Certain aspects of other tracks work beautifully. "Grenada" flexes beautiful guitar lines and harmonies between London and Hailey London, while "Long Island" has interesting, if overwrought, interplay between a pedal steel guitar, sleighbells, and a Rhodes keyboard. The withering, depressed buzzsaw guitar solo that punctures the quietude of "Cat on a String" is also noteworthy.
The album's real stand-out track, however, is the charming "How Love Is." It's pop magic, sounding something like a Beatles/Motown hybrid, with an amazing boy/girl chorus featuring handclaps, an Elvis Costello-esque melody, and the line, "That's how love is/ You can't catch in it a net/ And make it your pet for just one day."
I think somewhere along the way, sad-music musicians forgot that the relationship between "quiet," "pretty" and "arresting" is, at most, correlative-- and not causal. Jeff London can write a tune, or at least, he has the occasional lucky fluke. In any case, there's ample evidence he's got a good feel for pop melody. If he'd pawn his acoustic, stop trying to be so damned coffee-shop, and write some more bouncy sing-alongers, I'd feel better about urging you to check him out.

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When buying new technology for your home, it's harder to buy something that doesn't work with Android instead of something that does. Almost every new homebound gadget pairs with any Android device over Wi-Fi or Bluetooth, and in every case, it improves the experience. The only difference between each gadget is how much adding Android brings to the table.
Related: 5 Best WiFi App for Android to Connect Constantly
Sometimes it's as simple as giving you reminders every now and then about when to charge or replace a battery. Other times it's as complex as controlling the gadget, and how it influences your household. That's why I want to share some of my favorite household gadgets, and how Android makes them even better.
Tech and Gadgets Under $99
I want to start with a few small pieces of tech first to ease into the subject. These are gadgets that work just fine on their own, usually have a single and simple purpose, but will work much better with your Android.
There are more than a few inexpensive pieces of technology that fall under this umbrella, so let's look at some of my favorites.
1. Wemo Mini Smart Plug ($34.99)
Let's start with something small, but incredibly useful. The Wemo Mini Smart Plug controls any device plugged into it right from your Android. No matter the distance, as long as your Android is on, and the Smart Plug is set, anything plugged in is controllable from your screen with just a few taps.
I'm recommending the mini version which only has one outlet, but it's still a good value to make your home a little smarter for a cheap price. This is perfect for lamps, or other small devices, and will get a lot of use in your home once you get used to having it around.
If you like the mini version, larger models are also available. If you've never used anything like this before, I recommend this version first. It's inexpensive and explains everything to you out of the box.
2. Tile Mate & Slim Combo Pack ($89.99)
It's pretty amazing how often I lose stuff in my own house, but with Android, and a little help from tile, that's a thing of the past. With these tiny devices that you can stick on, or put in almost anything, it's easy to track them with your Android to make sure you never lose them again.
These have uses outside of the home, but they're easily a great addition to any household that is constantly misplacing things, like in my own. If each tile can still connect over bluetooth, you're good to go, and can stop worrying about losing practically anything.
If this sounds like something you'd want for your household, I recommend the slim combo pack. You get a good number of tiles for the money, and each one guarantees you'll never lose a thing again.
3. AKASO M8S 4K Android TV ($66.99)
I won't spend too much time talking about Android TV since we've already covered it in full before, but I'll at least recommend you a good box. The AKASO M8S has everything you'd want in affordable Android TV setup, and comes with all the pieces you'll ever need for a viewing experience.
Related: Apple TV vs Android TV – Which is best for you?
You don't need a 4K TV to enjoy this box, but it can bring out the best of your viewing experience. If you want to learn more about Android TV, look at our thoughts on it to see if you should take the plunge.
4. JBL Flip 3 Splash proof Portable Bluetooth Speaker ($99.95)
I'm a big fan of portable speakers, mostly since I like listening to music outside or on the go without using headphones, but they work just as well inside as they do outside. These won't replace a home entertainment system, but they make for a good set of kitchen speakers, or for listening in a small room.
Related: The 10 Best Android Headphones and Earphones on the Market
Since they're splash proof, they make for alright bathroom speakers, just don't confuse that for waterproof. They'll be fine with getting a little water on them but keep them away from the bathtub if you can help it.
They're just barely qualified to be in this category because of the price, but I feel like they're worth the cost. You can pick them up today, or try and wait for a sale.
5. Logitech Harmony Home Hub ($99.99)
Logitech Harmony is very aptly named, it tries its best to harmonize with up to eight different devices, and strives for better home automation. It even combines with devices like Amazon Echo to us Alexa commands. The Logitech Harmony Hub is a fantastic control center, and your Android makes for an even better controller.
However, since the Logitech Harmony Home Hub is just that, a hub, it won't do much at all without some help from your other home devices. It may take a little while to pair all of the devices you have with the Logitech Harmony, but in the end, it'll be well worth it to have all of your controls in one place.
The Harmony Home Hub is just under $100 and is a fantastic foundation for better home automation with your Android.
Tech and Gadgets Over $100
Let's move onto the big guns; I'm talking about things like thermostat systems, home security, and large scale entertainment systems. Anything past this point is a gadget that'll change your home for the better almost immediately, and even make your house feel like a brand-new home.
Related: 6 Best Android Smartwatch of 2016
Just like before, let's look at what each piece of tech does, and then show you how Android makes it even better for your home experience.
6. Ring Stick Up Cam Outdoor Security Camera ($199.00)
Anyone home that's connected deserves a security system that connects the same way. That's where Ring's take on a security camera comes in, and does a great job of being a useful security measure.
This camera uses two-way audio, so you can easily hear and speak with people outside while getting a visual aid from the camera. The only stretch for Ring's camera is the Wi-Fi system, which requires a strong network to stream the video and audio flawlessly. If your home already has great Wi-Fi, then you're golden.
For the price, it's a great security tool that's easy enough for any homeowner to use effectively.
7. Nest Learning Thermostat, 3rd Generation ($249.00)
Keeping your home at the perfect temperature is difficult, and even harder when you aren't around. The Nest Learning Thermostat has systems in place to make this easier, and lets you control the whole thing with your Android.
With the Nest app, you'll get more out of your thermostat than you ever could without it. However, it's biggest feature requires very little control at all. As you set, tweak, and fiddle with your thermostat, the Nest system picks up on your habits, and adjust accordingly without needing input.
You can of course step in and change at any time still, but this feature is still a fantastic ability for a thermostat. Nest's Amazon page has more information if you're still on the fence about giving it a shot.
8. Amazon Echo ($179.99)
Most people have heard of Amazon Echo by now, but that doesn't make it any less of a great product and service. Echo focuses on voice control, but by sharing a connection with your Android it becomes an even better home piece of tech.
It's easier to explain what Echo can't do than what it can, but it's safe to say that almost every household can use one of these, or the smaller Echo Dots. As proof of Amazon Echo's adaptability, it even pairs with many of the gadgets I've already mentioned.
If you've been holding out on getting one, there isn't a better time to give Amazon Echo a try, and welcome Amazon Alexa into your home.
9. Samsung SmartThings Home Monitoring Kit ($249.00)
This next series of gadgets is a smart hub, home security system, and provides home automation all in one convenient package. What this hopes to be is an apt starting kit for anyone looking to convert their house into a smart home. For the price, it's an accessible place to start with enough features to make the system worth it.
Some of the gadgets I've already mentioned thus far have one or two of the features that this kit has, but Samsung brings all those smart home features into one package. From controlling plugged in devices, detecting motion, and recording video; it's a smart home package that's great for someone new to this kind of tech.
If you don't know where to start with your smart home conversion, look to Samsung's Home Monitoring Kit if you want to focus on security, surveillance, and automation.
10. Google Wi-Fi system ($129.00)
When I mentioned before that you need a good Wi-Fi system to use the Ring security camera, you can easily boost your Wi-Fi capabilities with Google's own Wi-Fi device. Replacing your normal router with this machine gives your Wi-Fi up to 1,500 sq. feet of range, letting it easily provide crystal clear connections to anyone inside the house.
This is great for fixing spotty reception, and if your house has multiple Wi-Fi hungry devices, which many smart homes have. In a smaller house, this practically guarantees your router will never cause you any problems, and for bigger homes a 3-pack can cover the entire grounds.
Add the fact that it's all controlled by your Android, and you have an easy recipe for an amazing router for any smart home.
Transforming your house into a smart home isn't as hard as it sounds, and there even starter kits out there to make the process even easier. Whether you're concerned about automation or security, there's always home technology that will work for you, and work even better along with your Android.
If you're still on the fence about any of the tech above, or just have any questions, please leave them in the comments below.


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From the beautiful eye makeup to contouring to enhancing the natural beauty, Purples Makeup Studio has mastered it all. So, let's go through some of their beautiful brides.
Purples Makeup Studio is one of the best we have come across. Their USP lies in keeping the innocence of the bride alive and fresh. Since ages, their journey has been inspirational. From the beautiful eye makeup to contouring to enhancing the natural beauty, the studio has mastered it all. So, let's go through some of their beautiful brides.
"On your wedding day you should look like yourself at your most beautiful." Just like this gorgeous bride, radiantly floating in impeccable make and her white saree.
Be all day chic with this le français wavy tresses. Whether medium or long, your curls will have the most admirable appearance with this bombshell of a hairstyle.
The Studio has floored us with their extraordinary skills. The artists keep on stretching their limits when it comes to delivering great beauty to their brides.
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The New York Times explains why I'm glad I: 1) write novels and stories rather than shoot TV productions; and 2) that I never entered my kid into a reality TV show.
CBS puts kids into danger for "Kid Nation."
But after the production ended in mid-May, the parent of one child in the production complained to state officials that the children's treatment bordered on abuse. Four children received medical treatment for accidentally drinking bleach, one child was burned on her face with hot grease while cooking in an unsupervised kitchen, and most of the children were required to work 14 hours or longer per day. They received a payment of $5,000 for their participation.
Who are the parents who put their kids into this thing?
Update: the first thing I thought about when reading this story was this novel: Battle Royale.


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Morning Musume:
– Design: Version 5 Renai Revolution features a rotating header to celebrate the 20th anniversary of the cute J-pop group, Morning Musume ♥ I wanted to showcase all the amazing ladies throughout the group's history, and I chose five iconic lineups to define this group ♪
– Content: Updated the discography.
– Network: Move in the Guestbook, Contact and Exit page.
– Also move in my baby, Strawberry Fantasy: a Yuugiou Shrine ♥
Start the painful task of removing all links to Cradle-Robber.net on all fanlistings. Currently, 23/37 fanlistings have been updated.
KareKano: Arima & Miyazawa:
– Content: Recode the entire site.
– Content: Pretty new code page.
– Coding: Updated the stylesheet.
Morning Musume:
– Content: Update the site to reflect Risa's upcoming graduation.
– Discography: Added information on recent releases.
Morning Musume:
– Profiles: Added the eight new members from the 9th and 10th generation.
– Also updated the profiles for Risa, Sayumi, Reina, and Aika with information taken from the official website.
Morning Musume:
– Updated the site to reflect Takahashi Ai's recent graduation T_T, as well as the addition of the four new 10th generation members.
– Updated the discography with recent releases.
– Reorganized the favorite field dropdown on the join form.
– Continue to add new affiliates at many anime fanlistings.
– Affiliate check at 13 TFL fanlistings.
Morning Musume:
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A federal appeals court has granted Dish Network a rare, full-court (so-called 'en banc'") review of a ruling it had earlier lost to TiVo, that could have resulted in the satellite TV company disabling millions of digital video recorders.
However, the US Court of Appeals review is a last straw effort as damages mounted. TiVo first sued Dish in 2004 for patent infringement over technology that stores and retrieves video on DVRs. Dish has already lost one case on appeal and paid TiVo $104.6 million in damages.
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I like people who understand that food is the perfect gift. At least for me it is. A few weeks ago, Dave and I were watching one of my favorite Food Network shows, Throwdown with Bobby Flay. One of the reasons I love it is because he often showcases lesser known food producers that have more of a regional following.
In the episode, Bobby challenged Katherine and Shawna of Vermont Brownie Company. As soon as I saw their brownies, I stated "I want those. Now." Metaphorically speaking. I'm not really one to go ahead and mail order brownies for myself. But luckily, Dave's dad was searching for a present for me and Dave passed on this little item from my wish list. And lo and behold, the VBC brownies were mine. (Thank you Peter!) I wish that could happen more often.
Lucky for me, he ordered a sampler pack, meaning I got to try several different flavors. VBC makes nine flavors in total. I could say that the Signature brownie was the first that I tried. But that would be a lie. It WAS however, the first one I photographed. The brownie is cocoa-y with a soft and fudgey inside that is not dense or heavy. The top crust is smooth and crumbles nicely when you bite into it.
Another reason I love VBC is that they source as many ingredients locally as possible. They come from companies you'll recognize: King Arthur Flour, Highland Sugarworks Maple Syrup, and Vermont Butter and Cheese Company, to name a few.
The Walnut Chunk brownie was one of my favorite flavors. It is packed with big pieces of walnuts and topped with bittersweet chocolate chunks and sprinkles of sea salt. I don't often like walnuts in brownies, but they got it right in this one. The texture of the brownie was the perfect complement to the nuts. When brownies are very rich and fudgey, I find nuts to be overkill, and if the brownie is cakey, I find the nuts too dry. This brownie was the perfect middle ground and the large, very fresh walnuts were a welcome addition. The chocolate chunks and sea salt on top added an extra note of sweet and salty.
With the abundance of holiday desserts, I did not feel the need to devour all of the brownies right away, so for now the rest are chilling safely in the freezer, as VBC recommends doing. I plan to do a follow up post when I try the remaining flavors, which include: dark chocolate chevre (the flavor featured on Throwdown), espresso dulce de leche, and maple toffee crunch. I am also dying to try peanut butter and pumpkin spice.
If you're curious to know who won the throwdown, see the clip below, though you can probably guess.
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Difference between Unix and Linux
Linux vs Unix:
Not everyone can make a distinction between Unix and Linux as both of them appear extremely similar for many people who are not well versed in computing. Though there are so many similarities, there are dissimilarities between the two too. Unix is a computer Operating System (OS). Under UNIX, the Operating System consists of many programs along with the master control program, the kernel. Unix operating system commonly used in internet servers, workstations, etc. Linux is a UNIX clone. The Linux operating system is developed under the GNU General Public License (also known as GNU GPL) and its source code is freely available to everyone. Linux is an open source, free to use operating system widely used for computer hardware and software, game development, tablet PCS, mainframes and etc. However, this article aims to get to the attention of people who are yet blind to the distinction between Unix and Linux by describing Unix and Linux and their differences.
What is Unix?
Unix which is officially trademarked as UNIX, is a multitasking, multi-user computer operating system and also it is an operating system broadly used in internet servers, workstations, mobile devices and PCs by Solaris, Intel, HP and etc. That's to say, UNIX is a powerful, multi-user environment that has been implemented on a range of platforms. With the notable exception of Microsoft Windows, all current major operating systems have some kind of Unix at their cores. Unix was originally developed in 1969 by a group of AT&T employees at Bell Labs. Today's Unix system evolution is split into various branches, developed over time by AT&T as well as various commercial vendors, universities such as University of California, Berkeley's BSD, and non-profit organizations. As with other operating systems, there are many types of applications available on a Unix system. Email, news reading, programming, statistics, and graphics are some of the areas for which Unix software exists. Unix systems are characterized by various concepts. Unix was designed to be portable, multi-tasking and multi-user in a time-sharing configuration.
What is Linux?
Linux is, in the simplest terms, a computer operating system which is somewhat Unix-like. It is assembled under the model of free and open source software development and distribution. It is the software on a computer that enables applications and the computer operator to access the devices on the computer to perform desired functions. The operating system (OS) relays instruction from an application to for illustration, the computer's processor. The processor performs the instructed task, and then sends results back to the application via the operating system.
The history of Linux began in 1991 with the inauguration of a personal project by a Finnish student, Linus Torvalds, to create a new operating system core. Since then, the resulting Linux kernel has been marked by steady development throughout its history. Linux was initially developed as a free operating system for Intel x86-based personal computers. It has since been ported to more computer hardware platforms than any other operating system. It is a leading operating system on servers and other big iron systems such as mainframe computers and supercomputers. The development of Linux is one of the most prominent examples of free and open source software cooperation. Normally Linux is packaged in a format known as a Linux distribution for desktop and server use. Linux distributions include the Linux kernel, supporting utilities and libraries and usually a large amount of application software to fulfill the distribution's intended use.
What is the difference between Unix and Linux?
Despite the many similarities of Unix and Linux, there are differences between the two as well. Unix is an operating system that is very popular in universities, companies, big enterprises etc. Primarily, Unix was a command based OS, but later a GUI was created called Common Desktop Environment. Unix operating systems were developed mainly for mainframes, servers and workstations. The Unix environment and the client-serverprogram model were essential elements in the development of the Internet. Jfs, gpfs, hfs, ufs, xfs, zfs formats were the supported file system of the Unix. The Unix operating system is used in internet servers, workstations & PCs.
On the other hand, Linux is an example of Open Source software development and Free Operating System (OS). It normally provides two GUIs, KDE and Gnome. But Linux GUI is optional. Linux operating system was developed mainly for everyone. Linux can be installed on a wide variety of computer hardware, ranging from mobile phones, tablet computers and video game consoles, to mainframes and supercomputers. The supported file systems of the Linux were Ext2, Ext3, Ext4, Jfs, ReiserFS, Xfs, Btrfs, FAT, FAT32 and NTF. The development of Linux is more diverse. Developers come from many different backgrounds, and therefore have different experiences and opinions. There has not been as strict of a standard set of tools, environments, and functionality within the Linux community.
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GelTees Introduces 100 Percent Biodegradable Golf Tees
GelTees is a green friendly innovation that has been in development and rigorous testing for several years by Jonathan Gilinski, President and CEO of Capsuline, a leading manufacturer of gelatin capsules for the pharmaceutical industry. Having an in-depth knowledge of the biodegradable properties of gelatin, and a love for golf, Gilinski was able to convert gelatin byproduct into an eco-friendly tee for golfers. Made of 100 percent pharmaceutical grade gelatin, GelTees completely biodegrade within a few days of being left in the elements.
"At the recent PGA Show, I was looking for innovative products for golf course owners and operators," said Mike Tinkey, former Deputy CEO of the National Golf Course Owners Association and President of TinkeyWorks. "GelTees provides a green friendly alternative that is good for the planet and the game."
Tee boxes littered with broken wooden tees and plastic tees are a source of contention for golf course superintendents and directors of golf worldwide. "More than an eyesore, broken tees represent both a safety hazard and extra expense for the golf course," said Kevin Sternett, Head Golf Professional at the Golden Bear Club at Keene's Pointe in Orlando.
Tee it. Crush it. Forget it. Save your back and never pick up a tee again. Designed for one-time use, GelTees shatter into tiny pieces on impact. The moisture from the grass, daily irrigation, and weather conditions dissolves the tees completely.
"The golf tee has evolved," said Tiger Summers, COO of GelTees. "GelTees are the world's only fully biodegradable golf tees benefiting both the golfer and the course."
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New Moon Set ReportsJul 17th, 2009 | By Krystal | Category: Featured Articles, Movie News
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Additive Manufacturing Opportunities In Oil & Gas Markets 2016: A Ten-year Forecast
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Chapter One: Understanding Opportunities for Adoption of Additive Manufacturing Technology in the Oil and Gas Industry
1.1 Oil and Gas Industry Dynamics and Their Influence On Adoption of AM
1.1.1 Relevant Adopting Sectors of the Oil and Gas Industry
1.1.2 Subsea Operations and Considerations for AM
1.1.3 Will Low Oil Prices Smother or Drive Adoption of AM?
1.1.4 Adoption Model for AM in O&G
1.2 Understanding AM Opportunities in Oil and Gas Through Adoption Patterns in Other Industries
1.2.1 Aerospace End-Use Component Manufacturing in Turbomachinery
1.2.2 Lessons to be Applied from Medical and Dental Industries Use of 3D Scanning and Modeling
1.2.3 Oil and Gas Industry Could Take Cues from Automotive Industry with Widespread Printing of Sand Molds and Cores
1.3 Extracting Value from Additive Manufacturing in Oil and Gas Operations
1.3.1 Supply Chain Flexibility and On-Demand Manufacturing in Oil and Gas Operations: Reality or Pipe Dream?
1.4 3D Printing Services and the Future of AM in Oil and Gas
1.5 Current Industry Activity and Future Adoption Timelines
1.5.1 Future Opportunity Sizing and Adoption Timelines
Chapter Two: Analyzing Current and Potential Additive Manufacturing Applications for the Oil and Gas Industry
2.1 Examining and Applying the Additive Manufacturing Applications Spectrum to the Oil and Gas Industry
2.1.1 Use of Prototyping and Technical Modeling and Its Role in Advancing Acceptance of Additive Manufacturing in Oil and Gas
2.1.2 Indirect Manufacturing Through 3D Printed Tooling Provides Quickly Attainable Benefits
2.2 End-Use Printing Applications in Exploration and Upstream Markets
2.2.1 Drill Bits and Drill Components
2.2.2 Sensors and Associated Housings in Oil and Gas Components
2.2.3 Combustion Systems and Turbomachinery
2.2.4 Valve Fittings and Pump Components
2.3 Midstream and Refinery Applications of Additive Manufacturing Technology
2.3.1 Heat Exchangers in Natural Gas Compression Systems
2.3.2 Components for Gas Processing and Refinery Operations
2.3.3 Catalytic Reactors and Components
2.4 Creative Tertiary and Downstream Applications of Additive Manufacturing Technology in the Oil and Gas Industry
2.5 Leading Innovators and Potential Market Leader Profiles for AM in Oil and Gas
2.5.1 GE Oil and Gas
2.5.2 Halliburton
2.5.3 Siemens
2.5.4 Royal Dutch Shell
2.5.5 Maersk Oil
2.6 Oil and Gas Part Volume Projections
2.7 Key Points from This Chapter
Chapter Three: Analysis of Potential for Additive Manufacturing Technologies and Materials in the Oil and Gas Industry
3.1 Metal Additive Manufacturing Technologies and Materials
3.1.1 Metal Powder Bed Fusion Technology
3.1.2 Directed Energy Deposition Technology
3.1.3 Metal Binder Jetting
3.1.4 Hybrid Metal Additive Manufacturing Solutions Have Stronger Value Play in Oil and Gas
3.2 Polymer, Ceramic, and Sand-Based Additive Manufacturing Technologies and Materials
3.2.1 Technologies for Rapid Prototyping
3.2.2 Technologies for Other Applications
3.3 Material Development to Enable Additive Manufacturing in Oil and Gas
3.4 The Role of Software Tools in Additive Manufacturing for Oil and Gas
3.4.1 Development of Oil and Gas AM Software Solutions
3.5 Key Points from This Chapter
Chapter Four: Ten-Year Market Forecasts
4.1 Forecast Methodology
4.2 Overall Oil and Gas Market Forecast Data
4.3 Oil and Gas AM Hardware Market Data
4.4 Oil and Gas AM Materials Market Data
4.5 Oil and Gas AM Services and Software Market Data
About SmarTech Markets Publishing
About the Analyst
Acronyms and Abbreviations Used In this Report
List of Exhibits
Exhibit 1-1: Markets for AM Equipment in the Oil and Gas Industry
Exhibit 1-2: The Innovation/Investment Dichotomy for Additive Manufacturing in Oil and Gas
Exhibit 1-3: SmarTech Additive Manufacturing Adoption Model for Oil and Gas Markets
Exhibit 1-4: Oil and Gas Leaders on the SmarTech AM Adoption Model
Exhibit 1-5: Adapting Success from Leading Adopters of AM
Exhibit 1-6: Using AM to Address Oil and Gas' Biggest Challenges
Exhibit 1-7: Print Outsourcing Projections for the Oil and Gas Industry, by Part Category, 2015-2019
Exhibit 1-8: Current Adoption of AM Technology in the Oil and Gas Sector
Exhibit 1-9: Total Projected Additive Manufacturing Revenues in Oil and Gas, by Segment, 2015-2025
Exhibit 2-1: Total Projected Part Volume, by Material Category, 2015-2025
Exhibit 2-2: Comparison of Total 3D Printed Part Volumes, by Industry, 2015-2025 (thousands of parts)
Exhibit 2-3: Projected Metal AM Part Volume in Oil and Gas, by Application Group, 2015-2025
Exhibit 2-4: Projected Polymer AM Part Volume in Oil and Gas, by Application Group, 2015-2025
Exhibit 3-1: Laser Metal Powder Bed Fusion System Parameters
Exhibit 3-2: Electron-Based Powder Bed Fusion System Parameters
Exhibit 3-3: Powder-Based Directed Energy Deposition System Parameters
Exhibit 3-4: Key Identified Metal AM Material Development Initiatives by Print Technology
Exhibit 4-1: Total Projected AM Revenue Opportunities, by Category, 2015-2025
Exhibit 4-2: Projected Regional AM Revenue Opportunities (All Categories), by Region, 2015-2025
Exhibit 4-3: Projected Annual Growth Rates, by Opportunity, 2015-2025
Exhibit 4-4: Total Projected AM Hardware Revenue Opportunities, by Technology, 2015-2025
Exhibit 4-5: Total Projected AM Hardware Unit Shipments, by Technology, 2015-2025
Exhibit 4-6: Total Projected AM Hardware Install Base, by Category, 2015-2025
Exhibit 4-7: Total Projected AM Material Shipments, by Category, 2015-2025 (thousands of kilograms)
Exhibit 4-8: Total Projected AM Material Revenues, by Category, 2015-2025
Exhibit 4-9: Total Projected Metal AM Material Shipments, by Material Type, 2015-2025
Exhibit 4-10: Total Projected 3D Printing and AM Services Revenue, 2015-2025
Exhibit 4-11: Total Projected 3D Printing and AM Services Revenue, by Geography, 2015-2025
Exhibit 4-12: Total Projected AM Software Revenues in Oil and Gas, 2015-2025
SmarTech Publishing believes that the Oil and Gas Industry will be the next big adopter of additive manufacturing technologies as evidenced by the increasing use of AM in this industry for the past twelve months. In this new report we explore and identify the major opportunities for AM over the next decade, based on the dynamics on the specific dynamics of the global oil and gas market.
We believe that this report is the only comprehensive study that provides a complete understanding of the important advantages that AM can bring to firms in the Oil and Gas Industry. Among the reasons to purchase this report are the following. This report includes:
- Examples of what some firms are already achieving from deploying AM in the Oil and Gas Industry. The reader of this report will also gain a better understanding of how AM will make a transition to Oil and Gas Industry use and how the Industry will use AM especially for printed metal components and increasing opportunities for large print volumes
- Guidance on how AM firms can help message their products for the Oil and Gas industry and how to get the Industry behind AM
- Ten-year forecasts of the revenues that can be expected from this interesting sector. These projections cover all relevant technologies, materials, and estimations of printed part volumes
- A comprehensive analysis of the oil and gas industry and its current operating structure specifically as it relates to adoption of various AM technologies, software, and services. The report shows how challenges in the field are matched with potential opportunities for printed parts, models, and tooling
- Analysis based on SmarTech Publishing proprietary staged AM adoption model for the Oil and Gas industry, designed to gauge current and future use of AM
- Data that will provide improved understanding of what is truly capable with AM in the Oil and Gas Industry, as well as a detailed exploration of potential areas of application in order to jump-start internal research and development activities within the Industry.
This report details the most comprehensive collection of areas of exploration for AM in specific oil and gas equipment, systems, and sectors from upstream to midstream and beyond
GE is already printing a variety of metal components for use in its oil and gas operations, while oilfield services companies such as Halliburton are actively exploring the use cases for both rapid prototyping as well as field production of parts. Advocates of AM at these companies believe that AM has the potential to radically alter the cost structure of oil exploration and drilling operations.
Given the importance that these major players in the Oil and Gas Industry are placing on AM, SmarTech Publishing believes that it is time for marketing and business development executives at 3DP/AM hardware and materials firms to examine the new revenue streams that oil and gas applications could mean for their companies. This report will help them meet this objective.
The report is also meant to be read by professionals in Oil and Gas Industry to help them better understand the opportunities that AM can bring to the Industry. SmarTech Publishing also believes that this report will be invaluable reading to firms that actively involve in investment in either the Oil and Gas Industry, or AM or both.
Although currently behind the curve as compared to similar industries in terms of AM adoption, the potential for explosive growth of AM in the Oil and Gas Industry is now building rapidly thanks to the challenges that the Industry faces due to exploding costs, plunging energy prices, and long delays for project development.
And this report shows where the money will be made and lost as the Oil and Gas Industry rise to meet these challenges.


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A Federal High Court sitting in Osogbo on Friday remanded six men in prison custody for alleged?theft of?telephone cables.
The accused persons, Opeyemi Mustapha, Mudasiru Wasiu, Muideen Abayomi, Adam Ojediran, Sikiru Fajobi and Muhammadu Rabiu,?pleaded not guilty to the?charges of?felony, conspiracy and stealing?brought?against them.
The Prosecuting Officer, Mr Bella Abidoye, of the?Osun State Command of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), alleged that the accused?committed the offences on Feb. 24 and Feb. 25, at Agbede Village, near Ode-Omu in the?Ayedaade Local Government Area of Osun.
He said the?accused?also conspired, tempered and stole the telephone cables used for conveyance of telephone communication nationwide.
"The offences are contrary to section 3(6) of the Miscellaneous Offences Act Cap M17 Laws of the Federation of Nigeria, 2004 and punishable under section 1(11) of the same law.
"The offences?also contravene 383(1) and 427 of the Criminal Code Cap C38 Vol 4 Laws of the Federation of Nigeria , 2004, also punishable under section 390(9) of same law." Abidoye said.
Justice Babatunde Kwewumi,?after listening to the prosecutor, ?directed the Defence Counsel,?Mr Ebenezer Bolarinwa, to make formal application for the bail of his clients.
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It is impossible to rank the most beautiful waterfalls in The Philippines. So we made a list of 26 waterfalls, each with its unique charm and distinctive characteristic, which you may use as your guide, check list or bucket list. Feel free to add in the comments section below!
1. Cambugahay Falls, Siquijor
Cambugahay Falls is a natural playground for those searching for adventure in the island province of Siquijor. You can't go here without trying the Tarzan swing! Travel guide here.
2. Casaroro Falls, Negros
Tucked in a dense forest in the town of Valencia, Casaroro Falls is one of Negros' hidden gems. Going there is not a walk in the park but no doubt, it's worth it. Travel guide here.
3. Katibawasan Falls, Camiguin
Top destination in the small and unspoiled island of Camiguin may be White Island, but coming close at second is Katibawasan Falls. Travel guide here.
4. Tinago Falls, Iligan City
Tinago Falls is part of Iligan's Tourism Triangle, and in our opinion, this one ranks first among the three falls. Travel guide here.
5. Aliwagwag Falls, Davao Oriental
Considered as the country's highest waterfalls, Aliwagwag Falls in Davao Oriental also takes our nod for the most beautiful eco park in the country. Travel guide here.
6. Bomod-Ok Falls, Sagada
The cold gushing water is only half of what makes Bomod-Ok Falls one of the top destinations in Sagada. The other half? The scenic hike through Aguid Rice Terraces to get to the falls. Follow our Instagram for more photos.
7. Buruwisan Falls, Laguna
Considered to be just a side trip to Mt. Romelo, Buruwisan Falls, in our opinion, is more impressive than the mountain's summit.
8. Mimbalut Falls, Iligan
In the City of Majestic Waterfalls, Mimbalut Falls is the most accessible among the dozens of falls in Iligan. Travel guide here.
9. Niludhan Falls, Negros
Not popular to many, Niludhan Falls is a must-visit places in Negros. The bumpy ride to this hidden gem is worth-it once you see this beauty up close! For more inspiring travel photos follow Henru on Instagram.
10. Cat-Umantad Falls, Bohol
Travelers flock Bohol for Chocolate Hills, tarsiers and Panglao Island but the province has more to offer beyond these popular tourists spots. Take Cat-Umantad Falls in the eastern municipality of Candijay. Plan your next Bohol trip with the help from Lakwatsero's blog.
11. Bantakay Falls, Quezon
Unknown to many, this enchanting waterfalls is just 4 hours away from Manila. Its jump-off is just along the national highway and the hike is fairly easy. Travel guide here.
12. Tangadan Falls, La Union
Known for its surf spots, there's a hidden treasure that lies in the small town of San Gabriel, La Union, just a 20-minute jeep ride from San Juan. More LU adventures on Ave's blog. We also created our own travel guide to this beauty.
13. Bunga Falls, Laguna
Its proximity to Manila makes Bunga Falls a treat to adventure seekers who can only get lost on weekends. Once here, you have two options: live vicariously, or jump off the waterfalls. Travel guide here.
14. Asik-Asik Falls, North Cotabato
Asik-Asik Falls is located in the land-locked province of North Cotabato, an underrated region in Mindanao. The lush curtain of streaming water makes this one of the most unique falls in the country. A more detailed travel guide on Glen's blog.
15. Pulangbato Falls, Negros
Clear, cool water gushing down red rocks is not something you see everyday. Have a rare experience of swimming in sulfur at Pulangbato Falls just outside Dumaguete. Travel guide here.
16. Tappiya Falls, Ifugao
A scenic trek through the amphitheater-like rice terraces of Batad will bring you to Tappiya Falls. It is the perfect reward for those who dare to pursue the long, steep and precarious trail. Learn how to travel like a nomad on Benj's blog.
17. Hulugan Falls, Laguna
Hulugan Falls' popularity grew rapidly over the past year but it's still a sight to behold. Our tip: visit during weekdays to avoid the crowd. Travel guide here.
18. Tinuy-An Falls, Surigao del Sur
Tinuy-An Falls in Surigao del Sur is the widest and arguably the most scenic waterfall in the country. Don't miss this one when in Surigao! Travel guide here.
19. Kabigan Falls, Ilocos Norte
Way up north in Pagudpud is this amazing single-drop waterfall towering at 87 feet. A short trek through rice paddies and lush green forests will bring you to this hidden paradise. Don't forget to check out Wency's amazing IG Feed!
20. Kawasan Falls, Cebu
Lately, thrill-seekers fly to Cebu to try canyoneering. The surreal turquoise catch basin and clear waters of Kawasan Falls in Badian makes it a must-visit when in Cebu. For more wanderlust-worthy photos, check out Serville's Instagram.
21. Cavinti Falls, Laguna
Cavinti Falls, more popularly known as Pagsanjan Falls, is one of the famous waterfalls in the country. At 120 meters, you shouldn't miss this landmark. Plus, it's just a short drive away from Manila. Follow Jay on Instagram.
22. Aliw Falls, Laguna
Laguna is blessed with several falls each with its own unique appeal. Aliw Falls boasts an almost man-made looking cascade and a basin perfect for swimming. Travel guide here.
23. Maria Cristina Falls, Iligan City
Perhaps the most known and visited attraction in Iligan City, Maria Cristina Falls is majestic and powerful, supplying electricity to a large part of Mindanao. Travel guide here.
24. Ditumabo Falls, Baler
Also known as Mother Falls (because it is the largest in the province), Ditumabo Falls is one the highlights when touring around Baler because of its powerful drop, imposing cliffs and wide basin. Follow Chase's adventures on his instagram!
25. Buntot Palos Falls, Laguna
Buntot Palos located in the town of Pangil, Laguna requires a two-hour trek to reach. The trek can be quite a challenge but rewarding once you reach this majestic waterfalls. Check out James' instagram for more amazing shots!
26. Tumalog Falls, Cebu
After swimming with the whale sharks of Oslob, head to Tumalog Falls, just 15 minutes away by habal-habal. Its grandeur and proximity makes this refreshing treat the best go-to place after your whale shark encounter. Check out Marco's Instagram for more travel photos and musings.


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AC COBRA, The Most Iconic Of Vehicle Shapes
This website was originally to just be a record of my AK 427 Sportscars build, but after a great deal of thought, I decided to do a larger site with plenty of information for builders of all marques of the replica AC COBRA. Please feel free to use the buttons to navigate my site:-
COBRA will take you to the general cobra resource pages, where I hope to include information that will be useful to both the experienced builder and the novice alike.
MY AK BUILD will document me building an AK 427 Sportscar, from overhauling the Jaguar suspension parts to IVA and registration.
CLUTCH CONVERSION gives information on the sierra cable to hydraulic clutch conversions that I do.
The AC COBRA, what a car in its day, it was beautiful then and it's still beautiful today. Which is probably why it's regarded as the most copied replica in the kit car business, and why I'll be building my second AC COBRA replica this year. Building a kit car had been a dream of mine for many years and back in 2002 I mentioned this dream to my partner at the time, Alison who decided that she would start me off on my car building pastime by buying me a chassis for my 40th birthday.
We attended the Exeter kit car show and I met some of the AC COBRA owners who made us really welcome and showed us their cars. We looked at many of the COBRA replica manufacturer's stands but decided on the Pilgrim Sumo, mainly due to the program on TV detailing the building of a Sumo, and before long Ali had paid the price and a delivery date was set and my life was to be changed forever! It took me 13 months to get the Sumo built and SVA'd and many years were then spent driving it, upgrading it and driving it some more. By late 2009 I felt that I had taken my sumo as far as I could with engine and suspension changes and that the only way I could get it any better was to spend silly money on it which I wasn't prepared to do.
So, I decided to sell my beloved Sumo and use the money to part fund my next COBRA but I still had to decide which marque to go for. During my time with the Sumo I had joined the UK Cobra replica club and became an active member of the forum, I also joined the committee and eventually became the club chairman for some time. Because of this I had gotten to know a large group of the COBRA community and consider many of them to be good friends, this has allowed me to see at first hand just how good or bad the different brands were. Fortunately for me, and anyone else thinking of getting a replica cobra, there doesn't seem to be a bad kit out there which left me with the dilemma of which kit to go for. I had met Jon Freeman and his wife Wendi at Elvington airfield on a cobra track day and became friends with them and everyone else at AK and have a lot of faith in the AK427 kit they produce, so much so that I recommended that kit to my top mate Andy when he decided to build a COBRA for himself. Unfortunately due to my size I couldn't comfortably drive the standard AK but with some careful measuring the Freeman family have made me a bespoke AK chassis and body especially for my manly proportions. My new build awaits me..........


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Our growing SOAR program for aviation career awareness, recruitment and retention, welcomes our most recent partner, FlyGTA Airlines. This partnership will provide a defined career path for FlyGTA pilots and will offer FlyGTA a transparent process for pilot attrition.
"FlyGTA provides a unique opportunity for pilot graduates. Having developed a progression program where pilots gain valuable experience in the multi-crew environment, FlyGTA has executed the missing link for the transition to airlines and aims to provide first officers and direct entry captains to Air Georgian's SOAR Program," said Chris Nowrouzi, CEO of FlyGTA at Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport.
"We're excited to partner with FlyGTA as part of our initiative to promote aviation as a rewarding career," said Eric Edmondson, President and CEO at Air Georgian. "This partnership will allow us to support FlyGTA and their pilots by providing continued career advancement and fulfillment opportunities within the industry."
About SOAR
SOAR provides partnered operators and flight schools with predictable pilot attrition and advance notice of hires. It also gives employees and students of partners visibility regarding career progression and an entry point into the Air Canada system.
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Air Georgian is proud to have launched the careers of over 6000 Canadian pilots during their 24 years in business. Through their partnership with Air Canada, they are part of a Pilot Mobility Agreement (PMA), which guarantees all eligible pilots an interview with Air Canada. Air Canada has committed to hiring a significant number of their pilots through this PMA with Air Georgian and other Air Canada Express partners, with Air Georgian providing pilots the fastest path to Air Canada.
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Located at Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport, FlyGTA is working to reinvent aviation for a new generation by improving transportation infrastructure in Urban Ontario. FlyGTA Airlines continues to grow, providing scheduled flights from Toronto to Niagara, Simcoe, Waterloo, and Muskoka, as well as Charters and Tourism operations.


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How to choose the right college? If college may be in your kid's future, don't miss this surprising, practical, deeply comforting episode. In Episode 121 of Edit Your Life, Asha interviews Lisa Heffernan, co-founder of Grown & Flown, a blog about parenting 15-25 year old kids through high school, college, and beyond. Asha and Lisa talk big-picture-to-nitty-gritty about the elusive notion of "college fit," what really brings kids success (hint: it's not the college's reputation or pedigree), how to let go of baggage about where kids "should" go to college, how to support your kids without taking over, and more.
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Resources mentioned in this episode
- Minimalist Parenting (our book)
- Grown & Flown blog
- Grown & Flown Parents Facebook group
- Lisa Belkin's NY Times blog, Motherlode (no longer being published)
- G&F blog post about college admission counselor blogs
- Book recommendation: Where You Go Is Not Who You'll Be: An Antidote to the College Admissions Mania by Frank Bruni
- Book recommendation: College Admission: From Application to Acceptance, Step By Step, by Robin Mamlet and Christine VanDeVelde
- Book: The Naked Roommate by Harlan Cohen
- Book: The Naked Roommate for Parents Only by Harlan Cohen
- Related episode: Episode 81: Reducing High School and College Stress [interview with Gabrielle Blair]
- Related episode: Episode 79: The Joy of Tweens and Teens
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A great neighborhood with a great history
Shaw's place in DC history is as varied as it is interesting. Shaw has a strong residential character, with a true neighborhood feel and a number of locally owned businesses. The mix of beautiful 19th century Victorian row houses with big front porches and pockets of commercial development on tree-lined streets makes the area very walkable. The historic charm of the area is still evident in many parts of Shaw, notably the 1300 block of Ninth Street.
Originally called "Uptown," the neighborhood began to be referred to as Shaw because of the junior high school named after Civil War Colonel Robert Gould Shaw, the commander of the 54th Massachusetts Volunteer Infantry.
The neighborhood thrived in the 19th and early 20th centuries as a center of African-American cultural and intellectual life. Howard University opened its doors in 1866, providing a vibrant influx of new thinking and ideas. Shaw was also a hotbed of jazz in the 1920s and 1930s, hosting some of the premier jazz musicians of the day and its most famous resident, Duke Ellington.
In the 1990s, new residents started moving in, drawn by its central location and reasonable housing prices, and the area began to emerge as an attractive place to live in DC.
Today, Shaw is one of the District's most-loved neighborhoods, with beautiful housing, a great location, and civically engaged residents.
Shaw is very centrally located – with boundaries roughly at M Street, NW, or Massachusetts Avenue, NW, to the south; New Jersey Avenue, NW, to the east; Florida Avenue, NW, to the north; and 11th Street, NW, to the west, also including the U Street Corridor, where a myriad of shops and restaurants are centered – with the Shaw-Howard University Metro station (also walkable to the U Street and Mount Vernon Square Metro stations) providing access to all of metro DC. There is good bus service as well and, for those who have cars, there's easy access to the highways.
Things to See and Do
Among Shaw's most notable landmarks are the Lincoln Theatre, the Howard Theatre, 9:30 Club, The Watha T. Daniel/Shaw Neighborhood Library, the Twelfth Street YMCA Building, Ben's Chili Bowl and the north portion of the Walter E. Washington Convention Center.
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Safe and Wholesome Food - Nordic Reflections
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Modern food production technology, marketing and transport systems, together with liberation of trade are creating a truly global marketplace for food, but at the same time put the issues of food safety and quality into a new perspective. It is acknowledged that even though food production systems normally perform well to deliver safe foods they can never make food completely free of risk. The current food safety strategy of many countries is to take into account the whole food chain from primary production to the consumer and to build the responsibility of each party into the regulatory structure. The conference on Safe and wholesome food (Reykjavik, Oct. 2004) gave an overview for food safety issues in the entire food chain. Experts from WHO, FAO, WTO and the US FDA focused on a variety of issues, ranging from animal health to functional foods, while a food technologist from a large manufacturer of fresh prepared foods discussed the complex task of satisfying the requirements of the law, the consumer and the customer. The consumer voice was also heard from a study of consumer trust in food in a number of European countries. The new and revised food and feed legislation of the European Union defines the responsibilities and requirementsthat business operators have to fulfill. Two presentations focused on different aspects and significance of this new legislation. Traceability of a product unit through all stages of production and distribution has become a management tool which may be utilized in the food chain for the purposes of safety and quality, marketing and cost savings, and as a tool to improve resource utilization. An expert from the OECD discussed these possibilities, while another expert from the Canadian Food Inspection Agency discussed the need for knowledge networks as a means of keeping abreast of emerging food safety and quality issues. In an open discussion forum the conference dealt with questions about openness of information on food safety issues, and more particularly how this information should be presented to consumers. It also discussed ways for the food industry and authorities to manage food safety issues in the media. Food labelling, especially as it relates to food intolerance and allergic reactions, was also debated and finally the conference discussed various aspects of ethical farming.
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Towards more critical and more meaningful education and learning for sustainability – moving beyond the DESD
Preview of the monthly Italian magazine on environmental education ".eco" num 206-207
Arjen Wals (Wageningen Univeristy, The Netherlands, & University of Gothenburg, Sweden)
This brief personal reflection is based on two reviews I was commissioned to carry out by UNESCO of the United Nations Decade on Education for Sustainable Development (Wals 2009a, 2009b, 2012) and a special report on social learning-based ESD prepared for the end of the DESD conference as a backdrop Wals et al. 2014), I conclude that in order to address prevailing un-sustainability citizens, young and old, need to become active participants in transitions that break with dominating routines founded on untenable principles and values. Another key conclusion is that the DESD has unwillingly ignored the loss of identity and sense of place that is affecting citizens across the globe as a result of globalization and the related ICT-revolution. This is where environmental education has a lot of experience and a lot to contribute to the Global Action Programme for ESD that will be launch in November of this year in Nagoya Japan. I will close this contribution by stressing the synergy between environmental education and sustainability education which is also a key premise of the 8th WEEC congress in 2015 in Gothenburg, Sweden.


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Why do you need a Weight Transfer Worksheet? We Discuss The Origins of Weight Transfer Concepts.
|What You Will Know if You Do a WTW
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Setting up a purpose built race car, or developing a suspension set up for a street car - the principles are the same.
Key set up changes you can make on the race car are to change springs, anti-roll bars or roll centre height. You are adjusting ride stiffness (a spring change), and/or roll stiffness (springs, anti-roll bars and roll centre height all contribute). Ride and roll stiffness are key inputs in determining the understeer/oversteer balance of the car in the Weight Transfer Worksheet (WTW).
Ride and roll damping, shock absorbers, are considered after your ride and roll stiffness have been selected. Your shock absorbers control the tyre contact with the road on bumpy surfaces (high shock shaft speed), and also influence the speed of weight transfer in roll and pitch for corner entry and corner exit. Your shocks should be valved to suit your baseline set up, and we can advise on that.
Ride and roll stiffness considerations used to be of minor interest to car designers. In the 50's and 60's, due to the inadequacies of the tyres, racing cars had similar ride and roll stiffness to the the road production sports cars of the day. The thinking was that you could design suspension geometry to keep the wheel upright in roll, thus maintaining maximum tyre grip in cornering (to the detriment of other criteria, as it turned out).
About the only set up tweaks were anti-roll bar adjustment and tyre pressure. It could have been argued that you don't need a comprehensive model to adjust those.
Tyre development changed everything. But it would take time. For example, consider Formula Ford in Australia. In the early 70's the tyres where Goodyear RR12, a treaded race tyre. The most popular cars were Australian built Bowin or Elfin. These cars were pretty much designed around these tyres. The emphasis driving wise was on maintaining momentum and corner speed. No one played with springs. All ran the factory springs, Bowin softer than Elfin, I guess, but Bowin quite soft, especially in the rear. In 1974 the tyres changed to a Dunlop slick. Nobody knew what to do to develop the car for the new tyres, and the cars were only slightly faster. Then in a move back to the dark ages, they changed again to a road radial tyre. Suddenly set up didn't matter. Probably the same old soft springs did service until the end of the decade, when a change was made to an Formula Ford Avon tyre. Straight away the cars were similar pace to the early seventies. But then within the second year of the new tyre, some drivers were experimenting with driving style and set ups emphasizing corner entry and corner exit. Stiffer springs were required and lap records dropped around 1 1/2 seconds per 60 seconds of lap time. It is clear that the tyres generated more grip and the car response was improved with greater ride stiffness.
So, in the 1960's, even though weight transfer calculations and the "roll couple" were well known (see side bar eg Costin and Phipps, 1965), it wasn't that clear what the tyres wanted. I remember looking at some speedway set information about weight jacking in 1983. I couldn't get my head round it. (I was interested in what application there might be in circuit racing - for Formula Ford). Right through to the 80's, most teams running purpose built race cars, would run the set up very close to what was supplied by the factory. Jim Richards (Australian touring car great) said, in the 70's and 80's, he drove the cars as set up for him by the team. If more speed was required the driver would try harder. A top line CART driver retiring in the early 80's said, "We didn't do much with the shocks". Thus it was not obvious to racing people what set up changes we should seek to understand, and how we might make a systematic approach to the process.
Our first WTW equations were as used by David Gould in the mid 90's. In 1999 there was a landmark four part series written by Mark Ortiz, and then around the same time, Claude Rouelle started his race car engineering seminars. These guys provided the basis for our work in suspension set up.
Now anyone can look at the set up of a race or road car in our WTW and have some thoughts about what they might do to improve the car. We use it to assist our thinking in determining set ups for different cars eg live rear axle vs IRS, strut suspension vs double A arm etc etc.
The Weight Transfer Worksheet (WTW) recognizes the importance of ride and roll stiffness calculations in determining a good baseline set up for the car. It applies for all cars, especially racing, sports, touring, historic cars and late model performance road cars.
Since 1999, we have done many workshop set ups using the WTW, and track testing with our customers. In affect, it is low cost R&D. We never stop learning. We have no budget to perform this work. Yet we have made progress in developing suspension technology. We have established the direct linkage between the set up of purpose built race cars and performance road cars. This is what Chevrolet R&D and their consultants did in the 60's (*see side bar).
Anyone can quickly and easily calculate a balanced set up for their road or race car, by following our methods. We use a standard Holden Monaro road car as our example, and as expected of late model performance cars - it's balanced. It's an easy next step to decide what you might do to upgrade the suspension for racing or high performance.
How Does the WTW Work?
Here is an explanation of the the reasoning behind the WTW. Mark Ortiz and Claude Rouelle use similar explanations.
Total Weight Transfer is the sum of three very important components that we can calculate easily in the WTW :
Non Suspended Weight Transfer - due to the component of lateral force applied by the weight of the wheels, uprights, brakes etc. For live axle, includes total axle assembly weight. We take the axle height as a close approximation to the centre of gravity, (CG), for the non suspended mass.
And two components of Suspended Weight
It is clear that low roll centres give little geometric wt and most of the weight transfer goes through the springs (elastic wt), and is therefore delayed by the time it takes for the vehicle to take a set. Conversely, with high roll centre most of the weight transfer precedes the body roll, leaving a smaller amount of weight transfer to go through the springs.
The location of roll centre heights and the affect on geometric weight transfer vs elastic weight transfer is of importance in the set up of the car. Geometric weight transfer is a major influencer for cars of high front weight percentage and/or for FWD. Also for RWD with live rear axle. Also for current open wheelers with high downforce and little suspension movement.
Why Arn't Weight Transfer Calculations More Generally Used in Motorsport and the Aftermarket?
I think the main reason historically is that the important geometric weight transfer was not considered in the same light as it is today. Costin and Phipps didn't calculate it. As far as I can tell, Chevy R&D didn't either. In the UK and the US, the main concern was jacking forces, and these were calculated. The mantra was "low roll centre height". The push was on for independent suspensions, front and rear. Researchers felt live rear axle would no longer be used in performance cars. Most car manufacturers had a rear engine small or mid size car in the range, (changing to front wheel drive later for better packaging). But as live rear axle continued in production cars for cost reasons, and were therefore required in racing for many touring and sports cars, interest in weight transfer for higher roll centre height was of renewed interest.
In "Tune to Win" 1978, on page 36, Carroll Smith does his calculations for weight transfer without reference to geometric weight transfer. Then on page 38, he gives a good description of geometric w.t., but discounts it because of the jacking affect.
In current open wheeler racing, geometric w.t. can be used because of the reduction in jacking affect: small suspension travel, wide track, long suspension arms to stop the RC height moving around so much relative to the chassis ie you don't get "progressive" jacking as the car rolls more. In fact, you need the geometric w.t. to help reduce the roll angle and suspension travel, while using less rear anti-roll bar, sometimes none at all.
So if you are going to modify the setup of of any vehicle, racing or road, it is clear you need to consider weight transfer numbers. In professional racing, the race engineers will use simulation software and live data analysis, coupled with 7 post rig tests (if available). Yet they might still use a steady state spread sheet like the WTW to do calculations.
Spring and ARB changes also influence pitch and combined roll and pitch.
I worked at the British Motor Corporation, Zetland Australia in the mid 60's. The factory supported race cars ran standard springs, with only the addition of the very effective Selby Sway Bar. Don and Tod Selby still make sway bars for our racing business to-day.
The Bob Jane Torana Sports Sedan (Repco V8 4.4l) started racing on standard springs. This is amazing when you consider the performance advantage a racing Torana gets from uprated spring stiffness today.
The mechanics of weight transfer was fully documented by Maurice Olley at GM Research and Chevrolet R&D by the early 1950's. Then followed one of the most productive periods in vehicle dynamics history. GM consultants, CAL (Milliken, Whitcomb and Segal) developed a mathematical model of the motions of the car the "equations of motion". Through testing on the skid pad and the race circuit, they validated just about everything we know to-day.
Before these guys there was no useful tyre data. They started an avalanche in tyre development.
At the same time in England, Mike Costin and David Phipps wrote the bible on racing cars, "Racing and Sports Car Chassis Design". In it, Keith Duckworth's calculations for weight transfer are presented in complete detail. Costin and Phipps is said to be the only racing car book on F1 designer Gordon Murray's bookshelf, in the 1970's.
Weight transfer calcs are not used in software calculations for vehicle Stability Control Systems. Instead the parameters measured are those in the "linear single track" model, in a very effective closed loop control system. Stability Control is arguably the single most important primary safety development in automobile history, resulting in the saving of 1,000's of lives.
Below we show how roll resistance works in distributing total roll
force between front and rear of the car.
Here we have decreased the counterforce at the front of the ruler to zero, and we have increased the rear counterforce to balance the whole of the roll moment applied