Solar energy can be thermal or photovoltaic. The difference is the purpose given.
Curiosity: Why are solar panels blue or black?
Photovoltaic energy is that which will be transformed to produce electrical energy, while thermal energy is directed to a more everyday use such as heating water or using it for heating.
It is not a whim, far from it. First of all, we must differentiate solar thermal energy from photovoltaics.
The first is used for everyday uses such as heating water or heating your home, for example.
While the second is used in the generation of electrical energy.
Clarified this, we ask ourselves, why are solar panels blue? We know that in summer we avoid dark colors because they “attract” more sunlight.
We prefer light colors that “repel” heat. Attract and repel, is it true?
Technically, dark colors do not attract, but absorb more solar radiation, absorbing all the wavelengths of the visible spectrum.
The consequence of this is an increase in temperature. We can get an idea of what white does, the opposite of black.
But well, why are they blue instead of black? The reason is simple. Solar energy is about capturing the greatest amount of solar radiation, specifically infrared radiation and red wavelength.
Blue (the “bouncing” length and we perceive) is the color most similar to black but then, why aren’t they black?
Black has a problem. It is so effective that it gets too hot and the electrons present can be transformed into ions, losing the state of interest that is caloric.
The blue color prevents that loss of energy and that is the reason for the color of the solar panels.
Why are they not green, yellow or light blue? Because blue is the closest color to the next radiation range, and it is the only one capable of capturing the maximum amount of energy.


The recent emergence of neuroimaging genomic databases of large healthy and diseased cohorts enables new approaches for scientific discovery, known as discovery science, to perform broad surveys examining true system-level gene-brain associations. In contrast to traditional scientific practice where hypotheses are formed before the analysis on specific data, discovery science develops and tests new hypotheses against large data collections at a system-level rather than by examining limited data solely to validate a predetermined hypothesis. The large data volume (thousands of subjects and tens of thousands of files) and complexity requires intensive computation that is difficult to accomplish using conventional methods.
Neuroimaging based phenome-wide association studies (PheWAS) is a big data discovery approach to systematically explore relationships between behavioral, environmental, or genetic factors of interest and a wide variety of neuroimaging markers (phenotypes) using a unified factor-to-phenotype strategy. Neuroimaging PheWAS System addresses the challenges that researchers face when dealing with neuroimaging based PheWAS on a large scale. It combines state-of-the-art algorithms with an easy-to-use graphical user interface (GUI), a web-based visualization tool for real-time result manipulation, and a cloud-based elastic computational infrastructure.
Using the Neuroimaging PheWAS System, researchers can upload big neuroimaging genomic data to the tool, interactively select the neuroimaging analysis methods and define the association analysis models. Once the analysis protocol is stabilized, the tool will translate the protocol into high performance workflows and submit the jobs to our LONI Pipeline grid computing system. Analysis results will be returned to the web server. Users can browse and manipulate the results in real-time using the web-based visualization tool.
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Rangers' Borna Barisic speaks on VAR, turning 30 and gives sheepish response on clash with Celtic captain
However, though throwing his weight behind a system that has caused no end of consternation since introduced in these parts just under three months ago, the Croatian chooses to sidestep whether the correct call was made over the Connor Goldson handball incident in last Monday’s 2-2 derby draw.
Celtic manager Ange Postecoglou provided a waspish response over the failure to award a spot-kick in the encounter when a Carl Starfelt shot was blocked by the upright arms of the Rangers defender in stating “even before … VAR, it’s always been a penalty … there were only two saves in the game; one by Joe [Hart] and one by Connor.”
Barisic accepts that there seems to be dubiety over what now constitutes a handball offence in the box, but believes that, overall, the influence of the VAR has been beneficial. “I think it’s good,” he said. “With VAR you can see sometimes it is or it’s not [right in the decisions it looks at]. Sometimes the game is stopped for a bit longer. But I like this technology. I think it’s improved football. [With the Connor moment] I don’t know if these rules are changing every one or two months – whether it is or isn’t handball. But it’s on the referee. I think they know their job. They should know that and give us the right decision.”
Barisic was involved in another flashpoint in the Ibrox dust-up when involved in an angry and up-close exchange with Celtic captain Callum McGregor at full-time. The mild-manner 30-year-old seemed to be left sheepish over the altercation. “You know how it is in Old Firms. There is always, I have to say, a little bit too much fire in the players,” he said. “But it’s good now.”
Barisic enters this new year feeling good about the fulfilment provided by the last one. The World Cup was “perfect” even if he would have liked more than his 120 minute solitary appearance. He also achieved his “dream” to play in the Champions League. “Even though it wasn’t the best for us I can say that I played,” he said of the bruising group campaign that proved the poorest by any team in the competition. Yet, the player feels there are always more ambitions to achieve, especially when he considers, in recently turning 30, he has so many years ahead of him. A product of the diligent health regime he has followed throughout his professional life.
“I cannot believe that I turned 30. Honestly I don’t feel this. I feel like I’m only 25 in my body and by mentality,” he said, with 37-year-old international team-mate and biology-defying Luka Modric offering “motivation” to see this stage of his life as mid-career. “Before when I heard that someone was 30 I thought they’d be finishing in another few years. But I don’t feel like that. I take a lot of care over my body every day. That’s not just happening this year, it’s been like that for the past seven or eight or years. I think when you come to 30 sometimes it’s too late [to change] but I’ve always taken care of my body. I look at every detail so I believe that I’m only 25.”
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Minister of Petroleum and Mineral Resources Tarek El Molla, Qalyubia Governor Abdel Hamid El Hagan and leaders of the oil and gas sector inspected the development projects in the petroleum geographic area within the Mostorod region, which is a major area serving Greater Cairo and constantly witnessing an increase in its refining, marketing and distribution capabilities, the ministry said in a statement.
El Molla and the governor inaugurated the Ismailia Canal Road in the Mostorod region, which the petroleum companies in the region financed its development and raised its efficiency in a manner that suits the region. In addition, the warehouses of the Co-operation Petroleum Company were opened in the region after the completion of development work and raising its operational efficiency. The Minister also inaugurated a project to recover flare gases at the Cairo Oil Refining Company (CORC) and laid the foundation stone for the expansion of the petroleum geographical area in Mostorod.
At the beginning of the tour, El Molla chaired the meeting of the Petroleum Geographical Committee in the Mostorod region, in the presence of the Governor of Qalyubia and the heads of the petroleum companies operating in the region.
After the meeting, there was an inauguration for a project to rehabilitate, develop and expand the Ismailia Canal Road, the corniche and urban area to serve the people and the region, and to develop, secure and raise the efficiency of the roads surrounding petroleum facilities.
The governor explained that coordination and cooperation is continuous and distinct with the Ministry of Petroleum and Mineral Resources, which supports the development of the petroleum geographical region, which includes 8 integrated companies that play a vital role in the field of manufacturing, transporting and securing supplies of various petroleum products to Egypt, especially to the Greater Cairo region, which includes an important part of the Qalyubia Governorate.
The minister and governor also inspected the integrated supply station Misr Petroleum – Gastec in Mostorod area, which was developed within a plan to develop, modernize and raise the efficiency of car refueling stations on the Ismailia Canal Road.
El Molla also inaugurated a project to modernize, develop and raise the efficiency of the warehouses of the Cooperation Petroleum Company in Mostorod.
The minister further inaugurated the Zero Flare gas recovery project at CORC. El Molla explained that the project comes in implementation of the strategic programs for developing and modernizing the petroleum sector to raise the efficiency of the refineries’ work and energy efficiency, as it achieves a positive return on the environmental and economic levels through its role in reducing the emissions of gases associated with industry in order to preserve the environment and achieve sustainability while reusing it as fuel to rationalize consumption.
El Molla listened to a technical and clarification explanation about the new project, which has an investment cost of EGP 150 million, and includes a unit with a capacity of 4 tons of gases per hour, divided into two parts.
El Molla also inspected the works of developing the firefighting water network to serve the petroleum geographic area in Mostorod, which is implemented by Petrojet.


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Canada is one of the most animal-friendly countries in the world. Amid the pandemic, local authorities allow dogs more than people outside homes as a contingency against the spread of the coronavirus disease 2019 (Covid-19).
Quebec, one of the provinces of Canada, imposed a curfew in the next four weeks to minimize the number of people going outside in light of a new threat from a Covid-19 variant. But the premier, Francois Legault, allowed residents to walk their dogs beyond curfew hours.
There is one dog species that cannot be walked during curfew though. The exception happened after a resident of Sherbrooke stepped out with an unusual breed of dog last weekend.
Quebec police strictly enforce the 8 p.m. to 5 a.m. curfew, and they believe it applies to the lady dog walker they encountered on Saturday.
Across the province, 740 tickets have been issued for curfew violations so far, according to official data. Enforcement is so strict that a drunk motorist was stopped and fined for defying the curfew.
Sherbrooke police spokeswoman Isabelle Gendron said the motorist was fined for his flimsy reason.
He “just wanted to see what it was like to be outside during the curfew,” Gendron said.
As to the woman walking her dog, she was fined 1,500 Canadian dollars for the stunt. Even then, she remained defiant and vowed to continue doing it at night during the month-long lockdown.
Sherbrooke police were not intimidated though. They are ready to fine her again if they see her husband at the end of the leash instead of a dog outside during curfew.
The husband is not to blame for failing to convince the police that he’s a dog. It’s really hard to teach old dads new tricks.

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Former Chief Minister and Opposition Leader, Chandrababu Naidu speaking to a News Agency made interesting comments about the current political atmosphere in the state. Naidu was asked about the alliance between BJP and Janasena Parties.
“Any political party can work with another party. It is their internal matter,” Naidu said. He was asked if there are chances for TDP to work with BJP in the future. “I can not answer Hypothetical questions in Politics,” Chandrababu Naidu answered.
On the other side, BJP State Leaders are repeatedly confirming that they do not have an understanding with any political party except for Janasena in Andhra Pradesh. Both parties are also gearing up for joint agitations against the State Government. It is interesting to note that the leaders used to say the same about the Janasena but the alliance materialized.
It is not easy for TDP and BJP to reconcile their differences as both the sides have gone to the extreme levels in criticism during the election campaign.


Apple Event Of 2021: AirTag, iPad, And iMac
Newly Launched iMacs and iPads Would Be the Fastest Device by Apple Featuring M1 Chip
The technology company Apple has shown their latest line-up of products in the first major event conducted by the firm in the year 2021. The tech giant is currently increasing the product amount, which would be containing their in-house developed M1 chip, as the sector is struggling with the shortage of semiconductor materials globally.
It has been unveiled the much-anticipated tracker tile by Apple, named the AirTag, which is scheduled to be launched at the end of the month of April. The tech firm has also announced during their first launch event of this year about their major significant update to their iconic design of iMac computer in the past recent years.
During the virtual event conducted by Apple on April 20, 2021, they have also showcased a new and updated iPad Pro, which has been installed with the latest M1 chip along with 5G connectivity. Apple later shared several details regarding the launching of their operating system’s latest variant, named iOS 14.5, which is said to be included with an update that could possibly have a controversial limit regarding the owners of the application and the amount of data they could see about the activity of the user outside of their own application with the user’s permission.
This would be used as a popular model for business for the free internet service providers, including social media platform Facebook, which utilized the information which they are able to gather on the online habits of the members in an attempt to target advertising.
The Apple AirTags has been highly anticipated by the fans of Apple. They are small in size and round-shaped disks, which could easily be attached to anything, and is able to transmit a signal via Bluetooth to a home gadget, either an iPhone or iPad and would send an alert of the current location.
The originally developed Tile Tracker, a rival product to Apple AirTags, was launched in the year 2014 following a successfully conducted campaign of crowdfunding.
The AirTags would cost around $29 in the United States and are scheduled to be launched for public consumption on April 30, according to Carolyn Wolfman-Estrada, the manager of the engineering program at Apple. It would be compatible with all devices which would contain the U1 chip by Apple, installed in the iPhone 11 variants (which were launched in the year 2019) and other later models.
It has also been stated by the engineering program manager that the AirTags has been intricately designed to track non-living items, not human subjects, and has features including audible alerts and rotating identifying sensors from other unknowns’ tags which in built in the device to protect the privacy of the user.
Colleen Novielli has shown off the newly designed super-thin iMacs, which are available for the public in seven different bright colors, and contains the M1 chip built inside, along with a 24-inch screen with 11.3-million-pixel density, a revamped camera module, and various other innovative upgrades. iMacs being one of the older products of Apple, have been unable to see a significant physical upgrade for the past multiple years.
Although, this year’s iMacs would only have the capacity of only 16 GB of Ram, which is the short-term memory of the device, putting it on the same level as that of other older versions of Mac Mini.
This is not surprising that Apple has previously resisted further upgrading of iMacs over the past recent few years, given the transformational impression on the architecture of the M1 chip on the overall design. This is an endorsement of the multiple-year of Apple, which is a multiple-billion-dollar investment in the production of their own silicon platforms, which currently powers all the key devices by Apple.
Apple iPad with 5G connectivity
M1 chip, along with an additional ultra-wide camera along with data connectivity of 5G, would be incorporated into the newly launched iPad Pro. The M1 chip is expected to make the latest version of the graphic performance on the iPad 1,500 times faster than the originally developed one. These features have been defined during the presentation, which focused on the gaming and graphic benefits of the new iPad. It would also incorporate the feature of up to 2 TB of internal storage in the new model.
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With Several locations in the Lower Mainland, Nando's Chicken offers flame grilled chicken and side dishes such as coleslaw, spicy rice and spring mix salads.
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I was recently at a new Nando's Chicken location in Queensborough, New Westminster. It is close to the Wal-Mart.
The food was outstanding, along with the service and the atmosphere. I ordered a double leg meal with a side of spicy rice and a caesar salad. It was so delicious! I paid about $15 and it was totally worth it. I could not finish my entire meal and I had to get the rest packed to go. The chicken was cooked to perfection, the salad was nice and green and the rice was fantastic. When they talk about their food being spicy, they sure do mean it! I ordered hot and oh my gosh was it ever spicy.
The service was unbelievable, you would think it would be like fast food but it wasn't. You order at the counter with their very friendly staff. They talk about the menu and how spicy their favour of chicken can be. I was very suprised at how great their servers were. After placing my order I was asked to take a seat and they would bring the food out to me. I had two different servers come up and check up on me and offer me a glass of water. Not something I would expect from a restuarant that is suppose to be fast food.
The ambiance/atmosphere was so great. The Nando's is Queensborough is a big location with a dining room that looks like it can fit over 60 people. It's decorations were very nice and also the art work. It has a sitting area for people waiting for take out or waiting for friends to arrive. They also have a giagantic patio outside which wasn't set up because of the poor weather conditions.
I would recommend this place to anyone who loves chicken. As they say it is very addictive and I will for sure go back there. The service, food, price and atmosphere were great.

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Plantin is based at the heart of the French truffle region, with easy access to the main markets for the freshest truffles. Since it started in the heart of Provence in 1930, the family business has established itself as the main supplier of truffles to the grand tables throughout Europe. Plantin offers a wide range of truffle products as a convenient alternative to fresh truffles.
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VRBO is part of the HomeAway family, the world leader in vacation rentals with over 1 million listings. We offer the largest selection of properties for any travel occasion and every budget. We’re committed to helping families and friends find a perfect vacation rental to create unforgettable travel experiences together. Learn More
This 30 acre, private property sits in a combination of a wooded and meadow setting with the Stillwater River 100 yards from the back door. It was set up for the active, outdoor, lifestyle dream. The house itself is over 3800 square feet with a recently added game room of 800 square feet with pool table, fooz ball and a flat screen tv for movies. The house is an all tile main floor with wood stove as well as radiant heating in the floor. The upper floor is all carpeted and all the bedrooms are on the upper floor.
If floating, fishing and swimming are your preference you can stroll down to the river from the house to the Stillwater River on the back of the property. There is a great 2 - 3 hour (depending on water levels) float to an easy take out spot down the road. There are no rapids on this portion of the Stillwater River, it moves at a nice floating pace, ideal for children and fishing. Stop for a picnic on one of the many sandbars or try your luck on the mud sliding bank (you won't miss this, it is a popular feature).
For motorcyclists there is access to State lands and Forest Service roads for miles of riding right off the property.
If mountain biking is more your speed, you can head over the highway and ride onto the Lupfer Loop section of the Whitefish Trail system. There are also three rock climbing areas near by. Spend the day at Glacier Park and the evening at the Whitefish Farmers Market (tuesday nights on central avenue) and then home to relax in the quiet surroundings of the property.
The property sits 13 miles North of downtown Whitefish. The Stillwater Lake and Bar are 3 miles further North from the property for fishing and jet skiing.
Keywords: Serene, private, horses, horse, riverfront, motorcycles, hiking, mountain biking, rock climbing, near state land access, pet friendly, great for families with children or a romantic getaway, Glacier National Park, Whitefish, Whitefish Mountain Resort, Whitefish Lake, Tally Lake, Stillwater Lake.
** August 2013 - We have an AT&T cell service booster at the house which we can add your phone number too if you have a smart phone (flip phones do not work with the booster) and are an AT&T customer. This will provide full service in the house. Unfortunately if you use Verizon they recently lost a tower agreement and do not have service anymore at our property. This is very recent and I would call your provider before visiting if cell service is imperative to your visit. We do have a laptop for use at the house but do not have a land line. ** SUMMER BOOKINGS - JULY AND AUGUST ** We have a 7 night minimum stay required, 5 nights will be considered based on current reserved dates
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Trailhead for the Lupfer Loop Whitefish Trail System, mountain bikes and horses, no motorized vehicles on this trail system. With the proper map the sports enthusiast can ride all the way to Lion Mountain trailhead in Whitefish 12 miles
Skiing, hiking and mountain biking at Whitefish Mountain Resort, boating, jet skiing and kayaking at Stillwater Lake, Tally Lake or Whitefish Lake. The property is a short drive from Glacier National Park and the Lupfer Loop of the Whitefish Trail System for biking and horses is across the highway from the property. Floating, swimming, kayaking and fishing off the back of the property is available on the Stillwater River.
Year Purchased: 2000
Why Private Homes: This property had the space, the privacy and proximity to both town, the river, biking and rock climbing that appealed to David. He developed it originally as his main residence before turning it into a retreat.
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“We have taken something that was effective and made it better,’ Jim Brockelman, Executive Vice President of National Sales at John Hancock Retirement Services, told PLANADVISER.com. The new JH Signature product has taken Hancock’s existing “chassis’ and upgraded it, making it more user friendly, he said.
In the past, the pricing was flexible, Brockelman said, but not as clear as the firm wanted. Therefore, he says, the product brings more transparency and “an apples to apples comparison with mutual funds.’
The new JH Signature product introduced a standardized commission grid, which includes five different pricing and standardized commission options, with or without a wrap fee. Classes one through four have standard commission options, built in sales and service fees, including combinations of deposit-based and asset-based compensation, of 50 bps, 37 bps, 25 bps, and 15 bps, respectively, while class five uses a wrap fee and allows for fully customizable commissions.
The plan offers access to over 165 funds, across all asset classes and investment styles, and more than 45 brand name and institutional managers, Hancock says, all of which pass review by the firm’s Investment Management Services (IMS) team of 14 analysts. Both lifecycle and lifestyle portfolios are available, Brockelman commented, as are alternatives including global bonds, REITs, and TIPS. There is no limit to the number of funds and there are no proprietary fund requirements in the JH Signature product.
There are also new tools and fund shortlists to make it easier to qualify for Hancock’s Fiduciary Standards Warranty qualification, the firm said. The Fiduciary Standards Warranty qualification protects plan sponsors and advisers who serve as plan fiduciaries. Plans that offer at least one investment option from twelve designated asset classes plus all nine different lifecycle portfolios or lifestyle funds in all five risk categories qualify for the Warranty.
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Boost Your Immune System Naturally: Try These Recipes Packed with Key Nutrients
Maintaining a strong immune system is crucial for overall health and wellbeing. It helps protect us from various infections, diseases, and illnesses. While there are numerous supplements available in the market claiming to boost immune health, it’s always better to rely on natural sources of key nutrients. A balanced diet packed with vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, and phytochemicals can go a long way in supporting our immune system and keeping us healthy. So let’s explore some delicious recipes that incorporate these immune-boosting ingredients.
1. Immunity-Boosting Smoothie
Start your day with a refreshing and nutrient-packed smoothie. Blend together a cup of spinach, one medium-sized banana, half a cup of blueberries, a tablespoon of chia seeds, a tablespoon of almond butter, and one cup of almond milk. This concoction is filled with antioxidants, vitamin C, and healthy fats that help strengthen your immune response.
2. Garlic Lemon Baked Salmon
Salmon is not only a great source of omega-3 fatty acids but also rich in vitamin D. Combine these benefits with the immune-boosting properties of garlic and lemon to create a delicious and healthy meal. Marinate a salmon fillet in a mixture of crushed garlic, freshly squeezed lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Bake the salmon at 375°F for 15-20 minutes, or until it flakes easily with a fork. Enjoy a flavorful meal while supporting your immune system.
3. Turmeric Golden Milk
Turmeric, a vibrant yellow spice, has been used in traditional medicine for centuries due to its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. Prepare a cozy cup of turmeric golden milk by heating one cup of coconut milk, a teaspoon of turmeric powder, a pinch of black pepper, a teaspoon of honey, and a small piece of fresh ginger in a saucepan. Stir well, and let it simmer for a few minutes. This warm, soothing beverage is excellent for boosting immunity and reducing inflammation.
4. Immune-Boosting Salad
A nutrient-packed salad can be an ideal lunch option for an immune system boost. Combine a bed of mixed greens with ingredients like broccoli, bell peppers, carrots, cherry tomatoes, and sunflower seeds. These ingredients are rich in vitamins A, C, and E, which play a significant role in supporting immune function. Drizzle a homemade dressing made with olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper for a flavorful and nutritious meal.
5. Ginger Turmeric Tea
Both ginger and turmeric have immune-boosting properties and can be easily incorporated into your daily routine with a cup of warm tea. Grate a small piece of fresh ginger and add it to a cup of boiling water along with a teaspoon of turmeric powder. Let it steep for a few minutes, strain, and add a teaspoon of honey for sweetness if desired. Not only will this tea provide a welcome warmth in colder months, but it will also enhance your immune health.
Incorporating these recipes into your weekly meal plan can help provide your body with the necessary nutrients to strengthen your immune system naturally. Remember, along with a healthy diet, it is crucial to get enough sleep, manage stress, exercise regularly, and practice good hygiene to maintain overall well-being. Stay healthy and enjoy the journey of nourishing your body with delicious, nutrient-rich meals!

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1 sandwichEasyTotal: 25 min Active: 25 min 1 Rating
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour, seasoned with a pinch of salt and pepper
- 1 large egg, whisked with 1 teaspoon water
- 4 tablespoons panko bread crumbs
- 1 6-ounce boneless, skinless chicken breast, butterflied
- 4 tablespoons honey mustard
- 2 teaspoons olive oil
- 1/2 cup tomato sauce
- butter, softened
- 1 soft kaiser roll
- 4 ounces mozzarella, thinly sliced
- fresh basil (optional)
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If you’ve never made chicken Parmesan at home, now’s the time. It’s surprisingly easy, and just as good (or better) than anything you can get from a sub shop or Italian joint. This recipe was written for a Baking Steel Griddle, which ensures the breaded chicken is perfectly crunchy, golden, and juicy, but if you don’t have one you can always pan-fry. A toasted roll cradles the chicken with plenty of your favorite tomato sauce and melty mozzarella. Add some fresh basil if you’ve got it.
- Position your Baking Steel Griddle on the stovetop. Preheat on medium-high heat for 10 to 15 minutes, looking for a surface temperature of 300 to 325°F.
- Set up 3 separate bowls, one with the flour, one with the egg wash, and one with the panko. Set them up in that order, with the panko bowl closest to the griddle.
- Rub the chicken all over with the honey mustard.
- Dip the chicken first in the flour, then in the egg wash, then in the bread crumbs.
- Brush the Baking Steel Griddle with olive oil and place the chicken on the oiled surface. Cook the first side for about 3 minutes or until deep golden and toasty. Flip and cook on the second side; note that it may take slightly less time to cook than the first side.
- Near the end of the cooking time, heat your tomato sauce and butter both halves of your roll. Place the roll, butter-side down, on the griddle and toast to your liking.
- On the bottom bun, stack the chicken, sauce, cheese, another layer of sauce, and the top bun. If you’d like, you can add some basil too. Serve immediately.


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Homebase to close three of it's Irish stores15th Aug 18 | News
This will be a terrible loss to the capital.
Two Homebase stores in Dublin are set to close – at Fonthill and at Naas Road – will close, as well as an outlet in Limerick. The closures are certain to hit dozens of jobs.
The closures will take place either at the end of 2018 or at the start of 2019 in what has been described as an "extremely challenging" time for the business.
Homebase has a total of 11 outlets in Ireland that employ a 380 full and part-time staff.
Damian McGloughlin, CEO of Homebase, said:
"The reality is we need to continue to take decisive action to address the underperformance of the business and deal with the burden of our cost base.
The decision is an essential measure for the business to take and will enable us to refocus our operations and rebuild our offer for the years ahead."
There are two other stores in Dublin, one in Santry and one in Nutgrove Retail Park.

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Explain the Difference Between Fiscal Policy & Monetary Policy
Monetary policy and fiscal policy are both important to the U.S. economy. Each provides mechanisms for influencing growth. At any given time, both types of policies are in active use. Much media attention is given to economic indicators. Economists constantly predict the meanings of each statistical change. Monetary and fiscal policies are enacted based on these numbers. Each has a significant role that is not always independent of the other.
Fiscal policy uses tax and spending changes to impact the economy. The federal budget is the primary spending mechanism, and the primary means for funding the budget is taxation. When the amount of revenue collected is less than the amount budgeted, the country is said to be running at a deficit and issues debt (notes and bonds) to make up the difference.
Monetary policy attempts to impact the economy by changing the supply and demand of money. The Federal Reserve changes interest rates and deposit reserve requirements that increase and decrease the amount of money available. Economic activity increases or decreases according to the supply of available money.
The Federal Reserve Act of 1913 created the Federal Reserve System, which includes the Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) and the Federal Reserve Bank. Federal Reserve activities are especially acute during major economic swings such as recessions. The outcome of Federal Reserve Board policy decisions have become increasingly difficult to predict due to the increased complexity of the economy.
The federal budgeting process is governed by the Federal Budget Act of 1974. Each year the President proposes a tax and spending policy referred to as “the budget.” Congressional budget committees hash out the amounts for expenses and revenues. They use specific rules to pass legislation upholding the agreed upon process. For example the budget must abide by the pay-as-you-go rule, which requires increased spending to be offset by increases in revenue or vice-versa.
The use of either policy has repercussions for the United States’ economy and financial systems worldwide. For example, locally, interest rate changes may determine whether a business can afford a new loan, or decreased federal spending may decrease the amount of money spent on federal grants for building roads.
The advent of 24-hour media opened up the activities of the Federal Reserve for constant scrutiny and debate. Today, analysts work daily to learn, interpret and report activities of the organization and the economic reactions. This Federal Reserve takes this constant speculation into account when it considers policy moves.
Decisions regarding both monetary and fiscal policy types take into consideration the current and expected future actions of the other.
The Federal Reserve Bank board of directors determines the discount rate it charges institutional banks for loans. Decreasing the discount rate increases the demand for loans. More money available in the market is expected to increase economic activity. Discount rates are widely quoted and tracked because other institutions use them as a base for other rates. For example, commercial banks may issue a line of credit to a business that is equal to the discount rate plus a specific percentage amount. This helps the commercial bank cover the cost of money and still make a profit.
The Federal Reserve Bank also controls reserve requirements: the minimum amount that must be held on reserve at banks. The Federal Reserve Bank pays interest on funds held in reserve. Increasing reserve requirements decreases the amount of money available in the market. Decreasing the money supply makes money worth more.
FOMC buys and sells U.S. Treasury securities. FOMC trades affect the federal funds rate, which is the loan rate charged on funds held overnight at the Federal Reserve Bank. Increasing the federal funds rate makes it more expensive to borrow, thus tightening the amount of money available for investing. Decreasing the rate encourages economic growth.
As the federal deficit changes, the country’s ability to grow changes. Borrowing from other countries puts the United States at risk of not being able to pay off its loans. On the other hand, many federal programs increase the well-being of Americans and allow for growth.
Much political discussion occurs over the use and effectiveness of both policies. The numerous factors involved in implementing the policies make it difficult to evaluate their effectiveness. Special situations such as prolonged economic downturns make it difficult to predict the consequences of either policy.
Stephanie Powers has been a professional writer since 2007. She honed her research and writing skills as a business and financial consultant. Her writing specialties include Web content, blogs, newsletters, professional journal articles and white papers. She has an undergraduate degree in business from Drake University and a Master of Business Administration from Houston Baptist University.

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Camel stare off
A U.S. Army M1A2 Abrams Main Battle Tank, Company C, 1st Battalion, 67th Armor Regiment, 2nd Armored Brigade Combat Team, 4th Infantry Division stares off a camel during a bilateral exercise in the US Central Command area of responsibility, Feb. 19, 2014. The week-long military-to-military exercise fostered partnership and interoperability.
(U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Marcus Fichtl, 2nd ABCT PAO, 4th Inf. Div.)


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Volunteering: Catalogue and database management
Volunteer opportunities regarding catalogue and database management
A. Providing new information for catalogues published by Traditional Fine Arts Organization (TFAO).
1. An opportunity exists for further development of the Topics in American Art catalogue, containing links amd information regarding many American Representational art topics:
An example of a topic is California Art History, one of TFAO's most developed topics.
TFAO is not seeking information on individual artists for the American Representational Art catalogue unless the information is presented in a manner closely connected to a listed topic. Individuals are covered in the Distinguished Artists catalogue and in articles and essays which we have published online.
2. The Distinguished Artists catalogue honors deceased artists with biographical information. TFAO seeks biographies of deceased American artists and artisans whose works have been exhibited in American art museums. Do you have a biography to contribute? To learn how please click here. All links to artist biographies must contain free information. TFAO avoids websites that require a fee to view complete biographies. Click here to learn how TFAO chooses individuals for inclusion in this catalogue.
B. Maintaining calendar listings for future museum exhibits.
C. Compiling changes in phone numbers, web addresses, etc. within Resource Library's sub-index pages for selected art museums, galleries and art centers and other non-profit sources including academies, associations, ateliers and societies.
TFAO is pleased to give credit to volunteers for their time devoted to research.. As an example please note how we gave credit to Ms. Cheung for the page Asian American Representational Art: suggested books. If you have a website, TFAO would be pleased to provide a link to it in your credit line.
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Soulcalibur VI’s next DLC character is Hilde
Bandai Namco has revealed that her royal highness Hilde will be the next DLC character added to Soulcalibur VI.
In the reveal trailer below we see Hilde taking on various members of the roster using a combination of her sword and halberd weapons.
Hilde will be the first character introduced as part of the game’s second season pass, which grants access to four new characters and new Creation Parts. She will be followed by guest character Haohmaru from Samurai Showdown. Release dates for either fighter have not been announced.
Soulcalibur VI is available now on Xbox One, PlayStation 4, and PC.
Matt is one of the longest-serving members of the EGMNOW team. An ability to go many hours without sleep and a quick wit make him ideal for his role as associate editor at EGMNOW.com. He often thinks back to the days when the very idea of this career seemed like nothing but an impossible dream.


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Two brothers, struggling writer Michael (Scott) and recovering addict Tobey (Bissonnette), embark on a trawl of LA on the hunt for an elusive dream.
A joy from start to finish. Bissonnette has crafted a unique, funny indie.
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B.A. or B.F.A. in Studio Art with Concentration in Painting
The painting studio sequence offers students instruction in basic skills and techniques of oil and acrylic painting.
Your Learning Progression
Beginning courses are sequentially structured to build fundamental skills in perceptual observation and interpretation. In advanced courses, students continue to build their formal vocabulary while focusing on refining ideas and concepts developed through a growing awareness and understanding of historical and contemporary painting issues.
Integration of Software
We incorporate various computer software programs into our pedagogical practice, both to evaluate paintings while in progress and to help students visualize possible changes. Special emphasis is given to teaching and complying to health and safety standards in studio practice.
The following Rhode Maps list required courses and sample plans of study:
Other Concentrations and Program Options
If you don't have an interest in metalsmithing and jewelry, the Studio Art B.A. and B.F.A. programs offer many other areas of concentration:
Or, if you are already part of a different degree program, you may opt to minor in studio art:


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Vikings pull away from Wildcats 66-54 for Onslow tourney win
SWANSBORO | White Oak had one final run to pull away from Richlands.
The Vikings’ 11-0 run in the fourth quarter was the difference in their 66-54 victory over the Wildcats on Monday in the first round of the Onslow County Classic at Swansboro High.
White Oak led 53-50 with 4:52 left, but then used its big run to build a 64-50 lead with two minutes remaining. And as a result, the Vikings (3-8) advanced to take on Dixon on Tuesday in the semifinals. Richlands (4-7) plays Lejeune in a losers’ bracket game.
“We did a good job of limiting Richlands to one shot,” White Oak coach Chris Grimes said. “We wanted to move our feet without fouling on defense.”
Darrell Sephes had 17 points and nine rebounds while Bobby Smith added 16 points and seven boards for the Vikings.
Tae Norman scored 15 points, Jayden Ebia added 14 and Ben Jackson had 12 points and 15 boards for the Wildcats.
Jackson scored on a putback with 4:52 left to bring the Wildcats to within 53-50, but then Sephes answered with two free throws to make it 55-50. Sephes followed with a layup before Landry Gainey completed a three-point play with 3:16 left to extend the lead to 60-50. Smith followed with two consecutive layups to make it 64-50.
Norman ended the White Oak run with a layup, but the damage had been done.
“We had turnovers, bad passes and we didn’t get back on defense,” Richlands coach Glenn Kellum said. “I felt the whole game White Oak outhustled us.”
The Vikings held Ebia scoreless in the fourth quarter after he scored eight points in the third quarter, including two 3-pointers. He also made a pair of 3-pointers in the final minute of the second quarter to pull the Wildcats to within 31-26.
“We just wanted to get our hands up,” Grimes said. “Richlands shot it well and had three different guys make a three in the first half. We just wanted to make sure they drove to the basket.”
Richlands 10 16 15 13 – 54
White Oak 16 15 14 21 – 66
Norman 15, Ebia 14, J. Pierce 2, Jackson 12, White 5, Crooms 2, Cayson 4. Totals– 21-53 5-14 54.
WHITE OAK (66)
Sephes 17, Smith 16, Christoff 8, Ervin 6, Gainey 5, Meadows 10, Ellis 4. Totals– 26-55 12-19 66.
3-point goals–R 7 (Ebia 4, Norman 2, White). W 2 (Sephes, Smith). Rebounds–R 33 (Jackson 15, Cayson 6). W 31 (Sephes 9, Smith 7). RECORDS–R: 4-7, vs. Lejeune on Tuesday at 3 p.m. in losers’ bracket. W: 3-7, vs. Dixon on Tuesday at 6 p.m. in semifinal.

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Megan Day left the corporate world for sweeter pastures. Now the BBQ Addicts co-owner is glazing her own trail as a premier pitmaster.
And for at least one big victory, it’s all caught on camera.
The Kansas City-based entrepreneur advanced earlier this month in a special grill master tournament on Food Network’s “Chopped.” Day bested three competitors, sending her to the finals, which is set to air 9 p.m. Aug. 29.
Reality TV and the saucy life of a pitmaster are a definite departure from her previous career in corporate public relations, which she left about 18 months ago, but Day said she continues to use the skills from her background.
“Something in my gut told me it was time to turn my whole attention to my beautiful young family and grow our BBQ business,” Day said. “With help from the (Enterprise Center of Johnson County) Growth Mentoring Services program, I was able to take that leap and know I have mentors ready to help.
“I now manage my energy, not just my time on the corporate clock. I’m building partnerships, engagement, fans, and clients; all hours of the day and night,” she added. “I still work hard, tell stories, and build relationships; I just might smell like sweet BBQ smoke while I do it.”
Dishing up innovation
Sixteen grill masters are featured in the “Chopped” tournament, with four contestants per episode fighting for an opportunity to compete in the finale. (The grand prize is $50,000 and a “Napa Valley dream vacation”). To win her semi-final bracket without getting chopped, Day out-grilled her opponents in appetizer, entrée and dessert rounds.
For those unfamiliar with the show, contestants begin each round with a limited pantry and cooking resources — along with surprise ingredients that must be used in the completed dish.
“Everything was hot and ready to go,” Day said of the setup of grilling heat sources at the competition, “So that when you open up that basket to see those random ingredients, you can get started and make those ingredients shine.”
And shine they did.
For her appetizer in the already-aired episode, Day presented pork medallions “that the judges couldn’t get enough of,” she said, followed by candied ribs that celebrity chef and judge Alex Guarnaschelli called “something you want to eat until you die.”
“That’s pretty strong praise from a fine dining judge,” Day said.
Still, the Kansas City griller was really salivating at the opportunity to compete in the dessert round. While it might not seem like a natural fit for a pitmaster, Day explained that her experiences on the competition barbecue circuit prepared her for the TV show’s sweetest round.
Such competitive events often include auxiliary contests that serve as quickfire competitions during the lengthy barbecue smoking portions of the day. Participants battle in categories like vegetables, side dishes, specialty drinks and, of course, desserts — one of the areas where Day said she has found success.
“I knew that if I could get to that dessert round, I could knock it out of the park,” she said. “I was lucky and had the right skillset to put the right stuff on the plate during those first two rounds to advance.”
Her dessert — brownies — could’ve been simple enough. But when she looked around and realized she only had 30 minutes and cast iron with which to work, it was time to improvise, Day said.
“I was so afraid that it was going to take too long for the cast iron to heat up to cook the brownies — and if it gets too hot, it can just immediately scorch everything — that I went to the pantry and grabbed cans of beans,” she said. “And I dumped out the beans, and I used the cans as my cooking vessels. I put those right on the charcoal grill.”
Day specifically used cans filled with chickpeas because she knew the beans would dump quickly without leaving behind much residue, she said.
The result? A crusty outside with gooey brownies inside.
Competing on her own
When Day stepped onto the outdoor “Chopped” set for the first day of filming back in April (her participation was top secret until June and details of the Aug. 29 finale remain tightly under wraps, she said), she didn’t know if she was prepared for the experience.
A massive crew, cameras, lighting and the cooking setup greeted her in a petting zoo-type, rustic setting, surrounded by busy highways and high rise buildings in the distance.
“It was just this dance that was happening,” she said. “It was a little overwhelming, but comforting because clearly they knew what they were doing and they were ready to get busy.”
“Chopped” also marked Day’s breakout as a solo competitor, having previously only participated with her husband, Jason Day, and their industry-renowned, championship team, Burnt Finger BBQ.
“This was the first time I had really stepped out away from ‘Hey, what do you think about this?’ It was just me. Making snap decisions,” she said. “So I took away that I can be successful on my own. You know, ‘I got this.’”


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Faculty of Electrical Engineering (FEE), Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM), Malaysia received a group of visitors from RVS College of Engineering & Technology, Coimbatore, Tamilnadu, India recently. The 6-day visit from 9th to 14th February 2020, was part of the activities planned by FEE and RVS College under the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed in 2019. The sixteen-member team led by Professor Dr. S. S. Sivaraju, comprised of three lecturers and 13 engineering students while FEE was led by Dr. Nurfadzilah Ahmad and Dr. Zulkiffli Abdul Hamid.
The week-long activities began with the opening ceremony by the Deputy Dean of Academic Affairs, Assoc. Prof. Ir. Dr. Ahmad Farid Abidin followed by an academic briefing by Head of Department, Assoc. Prof. Ir. Dr. Hasmaini Mohamas. This was followed by laboratory visits, student activities, staff interaction, discussion on potential collaboration and finally ended with a closing ceremony by FEE Dean, Assoc. Prof. Ir. Ts. Dr. Juliana Johari.
The delegates were brought to UiTM’s Green Energy Research Centre (GERC) and Communication Satellite Centre which are both located in the university campus. These visits further strengthened the relationship between UiTM and RVS College as the delegates were briefed on the aim and activities in the centers. During the visit to the Satellite Centre, the delegates were briefed on the satellite UiTM SAT-1 that UiTM launched recently. The delegates felt that the visits to the two research centers were very beneficial as they gained detailed knowledge on solar panels such as construction methods, type of material used and the type of battery usage.
It was interesting when the RVS College students presented their research project to the FEE lecturers and students. One of the research that attracted the attention of the audience was research on Electric Vehicle (EV). The discussion between the two institutions during the six-day program shows a very promising potential in terms of collaborative research and teaching between UiTM and RVS.
Prepared by: Dr Zulkiffli Abdul Hamid and Assoc. Prof. Ir. Dr. Nur Ashida Salim, UiTMEdited by: Assoc. Prof. Dr Geetha Subramaniam, Fellow InQKA, UiTM


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Philadelphia (/ˌfɪləˈdɛlfiə/) is the largest city in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, the second largest city on the East Coast of the United States, and the fifth-most-populous city in the United States. It is located in the Northeastern United States at the confluence of the Delaware and Schuylkill rivers, and it is the only consolidated city-county in Pennsylvania. As of the 2010 Census, the city had a population of 1,526,006, growing to 1,553,165 in 2013 by Census estimates. Philadelphia is the economic and cultural center of the Delaware Valley, home to over 6 million people and the country's sixth-largest metropolitan area. Within the Delaware Valley, the Pennsylvania metropolitan division consists of five counties in Pennsylvania and has a population of 4,008,994. Popular nicknames for Philadelphia are Philly and The City of Brotherly Love, the latter of which comes from the literal meaning of the city's name in Greek (Greek: Φιλαδέλφεια ([pʰilaˈdelpʰeːa], Modern Greek: [filaˈðelfia]) \"brotherly love\", compounded from philos (φίλος) \"loving\", and adelphos (ἀδελφός) \"brother\").*
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Addressing the escalating crisis around Iran's nuclear program, Prime Minister Ehud Olmert said that he and US President George W. Bush had discussed the problem and would continue to talk about it. Olmert referred to the "major threat posed by Iranians' attempts to achieve nonconventional capabilities." "This must be stopped. There is total agreement between the president and myself that there is a need to stop [Iran's nuclear enrichment]," the prime minister stated. Bush added that he felt that the most important thing in dealing with the Iran crisis was that there be a common goal: "That is, Iran should not have a nuclear weapon."


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A transmission control unit (TCU), also known as a transmission control module (TCM), or a gearbox control unit (GCU), is a type of automotive ECU that is used to control electronic automatic transmissions. Similar systems are used in conjunction with various semi-automatic transmissions, purely for clutch automation and actuation. A TCU in a modern automatic transmission generally uses sensors from the vehicle, as well as data provided by the engine control unit (ECU), to calculate how and when to change gears in the vehicle for optimum performance, fuel economy and shift quality.
Electronic automatic transmissions have been changing in design from purely hydromechanical controls to electronic controls since the late 1980s. Since then, development has been iterative and today designs exist from several stages of electronic automatic transmission control development. Transmission solenoids are a key component to these control units.
The evolution of modern automatic transmission and the integration of electronic controls have allowed great progress in recent years. The modern automatic transmission is now able to achieve better fuel economy, reduced engine emissions, greater shift system reliability, improved shift feel, improved shift speed and improved vehicle handling. The immense range of programmability offered by a TCU allows the modern automatic transmission to be used with appropriate transmission characteristics for each application.
On some applications, the TCU and the ECU are combined into a single unit as a powertrain control module (PCM).
The typical modern TCU uses signals from engine sensors, automatic transmission sensors and from other electronic controllers to determine when and how to shift. More modern designs share inputs or obtain information from an input to the ECU, whereas older designs often have their own dedicated inputs and sensors on the engine components. Modern TCUs are so complex in their design and make calculations based on so many parameters that there are an indefinite amount of possible shift behaviours
Vehicle speed sensor (VSS)
This sensor sends a varying frequency signal to the TCU to determine the current speed of the vehicle. The TCU uses this information to determine when a gear change should take place based in the various operating parameters. The TCU also uses a ratio between the TSS and WSS which is used to determine when to change gears. If either the TSS or WSS fails or malfunctions/becomes faulty, the ratio will be wrong which in return can cause problems like false speedometer readings and transmission slipping. To test these parts, check the resistance to make sure it's within manufacturer specs.
Wheel speed sensor (WSS)
Modern automatic transmissions also have a wheel speed sensor input to determine the true speed of the vehicle to determine whether the vehicle is going downhill or uphill and also adapt gear changes according to road speeds, and also whether to decouple the torque converter at a standstill to improve fuel consumption and reduce load on running gear.
Throttle position sensor (TPS)
The TPS sensor along with the vehicle speed sensor are the two main inputs for most TCUs. Older transmissions use this to determine engine load, with the introduction of drive-by-wire technology, this is often a shared input between the ECU and TCU. The input is used to determine the optimum time and characteristics for a gear change according to load on the engine. The rate of change is used to determine whether a downshift is appropriate for overtaking, for example, the value of the TPS is also continually monitored during the journey and shift programmes are changed accordingly (economy, sport mode, etc.). The TCU can also reference this information with the vehicle speed sensor to determine vehicle acceleration and compare this with a nominal value; if the actual value is much higher or lower (such as driving uphill or towing a trailer) the transmission will change its gearshift patterns to suit the situation.
Turbine speed sensor (TSS)
Known as an input speed sensor (ISS). This sensor sends a varying frequency signal to the TCU to determine the current rotational speed of the input shaft or torque converter. The TCU uses the input shaft speed to determine slippage across the torque converter and potentially to determine the rate of slippage across the bands and clutches. This information is vital to regulate the application of the torque converter lock-up clutch smoothly and effectively.
Transmission fluid Temperature sensor (TFT)
This may also be known as Transmission Oil Temperature. This sensor determines the fluid temperature inside the transmission. This is often used for diagnostic purposes to check ATF (Automatic Transmission Fluid) at the correct temperature. The main use of this has been as a failsafe feature to downshift the transmission if the ATF becomes extremely hot. On more modern transmissions this input allows the TCU to modify the line pressure and solenoid pressures according to the changing viscosity of the fluid based on temperature in order to improve shift comfort, and also to determine regulation of the torque converter lock-up clutch.
Kick down switch
One of the most common inputs into a TCU is the kick down switch which is used to determine if the accelerator pedal has been depressed past full throttle. Traditionally this was required on older transmissions with a simple logic in order to ensure maximum acceleration. When activated the transmission downshifts into the lowest permissible gear based on current road speed to use the full power reserves of the engine. This is still present in most transmissions though is no longer necessary to use in most circumstances because the TCU uses the throttle position sensor, the rate of change, and driver characteristics to determine whether a downshift may be necessary, thus eliminating the traditional need for this switch.
Brake light switch
This input is used to determine whether to activate the shift lock solenoid to prevent the driver from selecting a driving range with no foot on the brake. In more modern TCUs this input is also used to determine whether to downshift the transmission to increase engine braking effect if the transmission detects that the vehicle is going downhill.
Traction Control System (TCS)
Many TCUs now have an input from the vehicle's traction control system. If the TCS detects unfavourable road conditions, a signal is sent to the TCU. The TCU can modify shift programmes by upshifting early, eliminating the torque converter lock-up clutch application, and also eliminating the first gear totally and pulling off in 2nd.
These simple on/off electric switches detect the presence or absence of fluid pressure in a particular hydraulic line. They are used for diagnostic purposes and in some cases for controlling the application or release of hydraulic control elements.
Cruise control module
If the vehicle is fitted with cruise control the TCU may also have a connection to cruise control system. This can modify shift behaviour to take into account the throttle is not being operated by the driver to eliminate unexpected gearchanges when the cruise control is engaged. This is also used to inform the cruise control system about the position of the selector lever so that the cruise control can be deactivated if the lever is shifted out of a driving range.
Inputs from other controllers
A wide variety of information is delivered to the TCU via Controller Area Network communications or similar protocols (such as Chrysler's CCD bus, an early EIA-485-based vehicle local area network). In older vehicle designs, as well as in aftermarket TCUs sold into the racing and hobbyist markets, the TCU receives only the signals needed to control the transmission (engine speed, vehicle speed, throttle position or manifold vacuum, shift lever position).
The typical modern TCU sends out signals to shift solenoids, pressure control solenoids, torque converter lockup solenoids and to other electronic controllers.
Many automatic transmissions lock the selector lever via a shiftlock solenoid to stop a driving range being selected if the brake pedal is not depressed.
Modern electronic automatic transmissions have electrical solenoids which are activated to change gears. Simple electronic-control designs (such as Ford's AOD-E, AXOD-E and E4OD) use the solenoids to modify the shift points in an existing valve body, while more advanced designs (such as the Chrysler Ultradrive and its follow-ons) use the solenoids to control the clutches indirectly, by way of a greatly simplified valve body.
Pressure control solenoids
Modern electronic automatic transmissions are still fundamentally hydraulic. This requires precise pressure control. Older automatic transmission designs only use a single line pressure control solenoid which modifies pressure across the entire transmission. Newer automatic transmission designs often use many pressure control solenoids, and sometimes allow the shift solenoids themselves to provide precise pressure control during shifts by ramping the solenoid on and off. The shift pressure affects the shift quality (too high a pressure will result in rough shifting; too low a pressure will cause the clutches to overheat) and shift speed.
Torque converter clutch solenoid (TCC)
Most electronic automatic transmissions utilize a TCC solenoid to regulate the torque converter electronically. Once fully locked, the torque converter no longer applies torque multiplication and will spin at the same speed as the engine. This provides a major increase in fuel economy. Modern designs provide partial lockup in lower gears to improve fuel economy further, but this can increase wear on the clutch components.
Output to ECU
Many TCUs provide an output to the ECU to retard the ignition timing, or reduce the fuel quantity, for a few milliseconds to reduce load on the transmission during heavy throttle. This allows automatic transmissions to shift smoothly even on engines with large amounts of torque which would otherwise result in a harder shift and possible damage to the gearbox.
Outputs to other controllers
The TCU provides information about the health of the transmission, such as clutch wear indicators and shift pressures, and can raise trouble codes and set the malfunction indicator lamp on the instrument cluster if a serious problem is found. An output to the cruise control module is also often present to deactivate the cruise control if a neutral gear is selected, just like on a manual transmission.
The transmission control unit (TCU) in older automobiles with a clutchless manual transmission (without a clutch pedal) typically consists of an electrical switch connected to the gearshift, that is activated whenever the internal transmission control unit senses driver touching the gearshift to switch gears, which then primes a sensor or solenoid to impel a clutch servo, and in turn, disengages the clutch actuator so the driver can change gears. The internal clutch actuator in a semi-automatic transmission can be powered by either hydraulic, pneumatic, or electric means. Later examples of clutchless manual transmissions used in road cars include the Saab Sensonic transmission, used in the 900 NG, and the Ferrari Valeo auto-manual transmission, used in the Mondial T. Both systems used a computer-controlled ECU or microprocessor, connected to a sensor embedded in the gearshift, that would detect when the driver was going to change gear (i.e., by touching the gearshift), and would actuate the clutch automatically, allowing the driver to change gear. Saab's Sensonic system was electro-hydraulic, using an electric motor or solenoid connected to a hydraulic clutch actuator, whereas Ferrari's Valeo system was electro-mechanical, using an electric motor or solenoid, connected to the mechanical clutch system.
Similar TCU or GCU systems are used in racecars with paddle-shift transmissions. These electronic systems typically work in conjunction with the engine control unit (in a similar way to road cars), and are responsible for operating electronic throttle control, clutch and gearshift actuation (via an electric, hydraulic, or pneumatic actuator), gearshift time and speed, sensors, switches, solenoids, and other hydraulic, pneumatic, and electronic sub-systems that control and constitute the transmission control unit in a racecar.
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Trapped Caring for An Elderly Parent: New Research Finds Rise in Mental Health Crisis for Carers: An ageing population means more people are living longer, and many people across the UK are finding themselves caring for older, disabled or seriously ill relatives.
New research from Seniorcare by Lottie has found a surge in online searches from carers across the UK – who look after an elderly parent – sharing their mental health struggles. Over the last 12 months, more carers turned to Google to seek support with their caregiving duties:
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Here Will Donnelly – Care Expert and Co-Founder of Lottie – shares the on-going challenges facing those caring for elderly relatives:
1. Higher levels of stress
As a carer, it’s understandable to be focused on your elderly loved one. However, you may not realise that your own wellbeing is suffering. Too much stress – over a long period of time – can negatively affect your health and wellbeing. Watch out for signs of feeling overwhelmed, constantly worried and becoming easily irritated.
According to research from Carers UK, 84% of unpaid carers feel more stressed because of their care responsibilities2. 50% of unpaid carers have said they have felt depressed due to their elderly care responsibilities, leaving them at risk of mental health issues, including depression and anxiety.
2. Increased risk of burnout
Taking care of your own wellbeing isn’t a luxury, it’s a necessity. Too much stress over time can build up and lead to burnout, a mental health condition that causes exhaustion, feeling helpless and procrastination.
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3. Financial worry
Since late 2021, the UK has experienced several changes, leading to rising costs for everyone. Consumer price inflation has continued to rise to its highest level in almost 30 years, and this has had a huge impact on unpaid carers.
Family caregiving can have a big impact on your personal finances. For example, you may have to financially support an elderly loved one or take unpaid leave to accommodate any elderly care needs.
Many caregivers may also neglect planning for their own retirement as they care for an elderly relative, which can leave working carers feeling stressed, worried, and anxious about money.
4. Women are more likely to experience the impact
A huge portion of later life care is provided by unpaid family carers – mostly women.
Caring for an elderly relative can get increasingly difficult to balance with working lives as we get older, and by the age of 65, less than a third of women are still in employment.
Research from Carers UK has found that 60% of informal carers in the UK are women and they are four times more likely to be forced to give up work, due to caring responsibilities.
This could lead to an increased mental health crisis for women, so it’s important to raise awareness of the emotional, financial, and practical support available for carers.
What support is available for unpaid carers?
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You may be entitled to certain benefits paid for by the Government, including a carer’s allowance.
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Caring for an elderly parent can be very rewarding, but it can be a challenge and leave you feeling overwhelmed. All carers are entitled to a carer’s assessment from their local council, so you may be able to ask for additional support (especially if you’re a working carer), or any equipment to make caring for your loved one easier.
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It’s understandable to feel isolated and lonely but opening up about how you’re feeling can be a huge relief. Your close friends or family may be able to support you and help with caring for your elderly parent, to alleviate some pressure off you.
Alternatively, you may find it helpful to connect with those in similar situations. A quick search online will show you any local support groups for you to attend.
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