|Publication number||US7500052 B2|
|Application number||US 11/014,641|
|Publication date||Mar 3, 2009|
|Filing date||Dec 16, 2004|
|Priority date||Dec 16, 2004|
|Also published as||US20060143504|
|Publication number||014641, 11014641, US 7500052 B2, US 7500052B2, US-B2-7500052, US7500052 B2, US7500052B2|
|Inventors||Jose K. Manoj|
|Original Assignee||Lsi Corporation|
|Export Citation||BiBTeX, EndNote, RefMan|
|Patent Citations (4), Classifications (15), Legal Events (6)|
|External Links: USPTO, USPTO Assignment, Espacenet|
The present invention relates to drive arrays generally and, more particularly, to a method and/or apparatus for implementing quick drive replacement detection on a live RAID system.
In a live RAID (redundant array of inexpensive drives) system a user expects to be able to replace a drive while the system is online. However, if a driver for the array does not recognize the drive change, data corruption can result. RAID controllers without drive insertion/removal hardware support are particularly susceptible to such corruption.
Conventional RAID drivers depend on a reset routine or an IO monitor timeout routine in order to detect a drive removal. In a system with soft RAID drivers, there is no way to detect the drive change on a live RAID system if the replacement is done before the reset or IO monitor routine times out.
With conventional approaches, a user has to wait until the driver detects the drive removal, which is normally more than a minute considering all the drivers involved. Only after the RAID system detects the drive removal can a user safely insert a new drive. If the new drive is inserted before driver detects the old drive removal, then the system will function as if nothing happened and will result in data corruption.
It would be desirable to implement a drive replacement system that may be used in a RAID system that does not rely on a user to wait for the system before inserting a new drive.
The present invention concerns an apparatus comprising a disk array and a controller. The disk array may be configured to send and receive data from the controller. The disk array generally comprises a plurality of disk drives each configured to store a drive signature. The controller may be configured to (i) receive a data signal and one or more address signals and (ii) present data to the disk array.
The objects, features and advantages of the present invention include providing a drive replacement system that may (i) be used in a live RAID system, and/or (ii) allow drive replacement without relying on a user to wait for a certain amount of time before inserting a new drive.
These and other objects, features and advantages of the present invention will be apparent from the following detailed description and the appended claims and drawings in which:
A signal (e.g., DATA) may transfer data items to and from the controller 60. A signal (e.g., ADDR) may transfer an address associated with the data to the controller 60. One or more optional signals (e.g., STATUS) may present status information from the controller 60. One or more signals (e.g., D) may exchange the data items between the controller 60 and the disk array 70. One or more signals (e.g., FT) may exchange fault tolerance items between the controller 60 and the disk array 70.
The controller 60 may be operational to map the information in the signal DATA to the individual disk drives 80 a-80 n within the disk array 70. The mapping may be dependent on the particular configuration of the disk drives 80 a-80 n that make up the disk array 70. The disk array 70 may be configured as a level 1 RAID, a level 5 RAID, a level 6 RAID, a level 10 RAID or a level 0+1 RAID. Other RAID configurations may be implemented to meet the criteria of a particular application.
The signal DATA may carry user data and other data to and from the apparatus 50. The data items within the signal DATA may be arranged in blocks, segments or other configurations. Addressing for the data items may be performed in the signal ADDR using logical blocks, sectors, cylinders, heads, tracks or other addressing scheme suitable for use with the disk drives 80 a-80 n. The signal STATUS may be deasserted (e.g., a logical FALSE level) when error detection circuitry within the controller 60 detects an error in the data read from the disk array 70. In situations where no errors are detected, the signal STATUS may be asserted (e.g., a logical TRUE level).
The signal D may carry the data information. The data information may be moved as blocks or stipes to and from the disk array 70. The signal FT may carry fault tolerance information related to the data information. The fault tolerant information may be moved as blocks or stipes to and from the disk array 70. In one embodiment, the fault tolerant information may be mirrored (copied) versions of the data information. In another embodiment, the fault tolerance information may include error detection and/or error correction items, for example parity values.
The section A generally comprises a block (or section) 102, a block (or section) 104, a block (or section) 106 and a block (or section) 108. The block 102 generally represents the BIOS (basic input/output subroutines) of the RAID controller 60. The block 104 generally creates a unique signature for of the each drives 80 a-80 n. The block 106 generally creates a configuration with a signature on each of the drives 80 a-80 n. The block 108 generally writes the configuration with the signature to each of the drives 80 a-80 n.
The section B generally comprises a block (or section) 110, a block (or section) 112, a block (or section) 114 and a block (or section) 116. The block 110 represents a drive insertion module to be included in the driver. The block 112 generally creates a unique drive signature for each of the inserted drives 80 a-80 n. The disk array 70 generally has a number of drive enclosures to hold the drives 80 a-80 n. Each drive enclosure may or may not hold one of the drives 80 a-80 n. If a particular enclosure holds one of the drives 80 a-80 n, the drive is considered to be inserted. The block 114 generally creates a configuration with the drive signature of one of the inserted drives 80 a-80 n. The block 116 generally creates a write configuration with a signature for each of the drives 80 a-80 n.
The section C generally comprises a block (or section) 120, a block (or section) 122, a block (or section) 124 and a block (or section) 126. The block 120 generally represents a RAID controller driver. The block 122 generally reads a configuration from each of the drives 80 a-80 n to obtain a unique driver signature. The block 124 generally stores a unique drive signature for each of the drives 80 a-80 n in a physical drive structure of each of the drives 80 a-80 n. The block 126 generally initializes a parameter (e.g., last_access_time) in the physical drive structure of one of the drives 80 a-80 n. The parameter last_access_time is normally updated with the current time.
A driver implemented with the present invention may greatly reduce and/or eliminate the possibility of a drive change being made without awareness by the driver. The present invention implements a unique drive signature for each of the drives 80 a-80 n. The drive signature is normally stored along with RAID configuration data on each of the drives 80 a-80 n. The unique drive signature may be created by any method, but may normally be implemented by the BIOS of the controller 60 when a new configuration created or by the driver when a new drive is inserted. In one example, a 16-bit string signature made of an adapter model, a drive model, a slot number and the time when the configuration was created may be implemented. Such a string signature may avoid two of the drives 80 a-80 n having the same unique drive signature on two different configurations. Such a unique drive signature is normally created for the particular drives 80 a-80 n which are inserted while the system 50 is running.
When loading, the driver normally reads the unique drive signatures of each of the drives 80 a-80 n and stores the signatures in a parameter (e.g., physical_drive_data) structure for the driver. The parameter physical_drive_data generally represents a parameter of the physical drive structure that may be later used by the driver. The driver should also initialize the parameter physical_drive_data and the parameter last_access_time with the time when the drive signature was read.
Before sending any IO commands to the drives 80 a-80 n, the state 154 checks if the parameter current_time is more than the parameter last_access_time plus the parameter practical_drive_replacement_time. If so, the process 150 does not send the command to the drives 80 a-80 n. Instead, the IO command is sent to the waiting queue and the process 150 initiates unique drive signature check process 158.
In general, the drive signature check process 158 reads the configuration from one of the drives 80 a-80 n and compares the configuration with the unique drive signature stored in the physical drive structure of the particular one of the drives 80 a-80 n. If both the signatures are same, the process 158 sends the command in the waiting queue to the drive and updates the parameter last_access_time in the physical drive structure of the particular one of the drives with the current time. If both of the signatures are not same, the process 158 considers the drive as a newly inserted drive and takes appropriate action. If the parameter driver_receive_time is less than the parameter last_access_time plus the parameter practical_drive_replacement_time, then the process 150 sends the command to the drive and updates the parameter last_access_time in the physical drive structure of the drive with the parameter current_time.
With the present invention, a drive change in a RAID system may be detected automatically and efficiently. The methods discussed will not affect the normal IO routine while under heavy IO since the present invention initiates a drive_signature_check_process only if one of the drives 80 a-80 n is idle for more than a specific duration (e.g., the parameter practical_drive_replacement_time). The present invention will prevent data corruption if a user removes and inserts a new drive when the system is idle. The present invention generally helps improve the integrity of a RAID system. The present invention may be implemented with no major IO performance hits, and/or data corruption issues during a drive replacement. While the present invention has been described in the context of software for RAID drivers, the present invention may also be used in RAID firmware, external RAID implementations, etc.
The function performed by the flow diagram of
The present invention may also be implemented by the preparation of ASICs, FPGAs, or by interconnecting an appropriate network of conventional component circuits, as is described herein, modifications of which will be readily apparent to those skilled in the art(s).
The present invention thus may also include a computer product which may be a storage medium including instructions which can be used to program a computer to perform a process in accordance with the present invention. The storage medium can include, but is not limited to, any type of disk including floppy disk, optical disk, CD-ROM, magneto-optical disks, ROMs, RAMs, EPROMs, EEPROMs, Flash memory, magnetic or optical cards, or any type of media suitable for storing electronic instructions.
While the invention has been particularly shown and described with reference to the preferred embodiments thereof, it will be understood by those skilled in the art that various changes in form and details may be made without departing from the spirit and scope of the invention.
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|US6178520 *||Jul 31, 1997||Jan 23, 2001||Lsi Logic Corporation||Software recognition of drive removal or insertion in a storage system|
|US6496914 *||Mar 22, 2001||Dec 17, 2002||Emc Corporation||Method and system for administering storage devices on a network|
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|U.S. Classification||711/114, 711/100, 711/167|
|International Classification||G06F13/00, G06F12/00, G06F13/28|
|Cooperative Classification||G06F3/0614, G06F11/1076, G06F3/0632, G06F3/0689|
|European Classification||G06F11/10R, G06F3/06A4C2, G06F3/06A6L4R, G06F3/06A2R, G06F11/10M|
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On Saturday 21st July 2007, the Friends of Wighton are hosting a Cappuccino Concert at the Maryatt Hall, Dundee. Come along on Saturday morning, have a cup of coffee, read the morning papers and be delighted and inspired by ravcishing baroque ensemble music!
This month’s performers are the early music ensemble Diversimode – four young professional musicians with a common passion for music of the Baroque. The name translates as “in various ways”, reflecting the diversity of their musical interests.
Ceridwen Heaney plays ‘natural’ trumpet (i.e. without valves); Catherine Strachan plays baroque cello; Allan Wright plays harpsichord and Louise Eekelaar sings. Their instruments are all ‘baroque instruments’, which though looking superficially similar to a modern trumpet, cello and piano, produce a much more delicate, alive sound that is perfect for playing 18th century music.
The programme is titled ‘Why should I be sad on my wedding day’ and will compare and contrast English and Scottish music from around the time of the Act of Union in 1707 – three hundred years ago. Classical compositions by Handel, Carissimi and Geminiani sit alongside traditional Scots tunes and variations by Bremner.
The Friends of Wighton are delighted to host this unusual concert, as much of the repertory is preserved in the old Scottish music books in the Wighton Collection in Dundee Central Library. Brought together in the 1850s by Dundee merchant Andrew Wighton, the collection of over 700 old books was bequeathed to the city after his death and is now kept in a beautiful purpose-built space in the Wellgate library.
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Welcome back to Inside Motorcycles’ online Commuter Bike series and a look at the Husqvarna Svartpilen 401.
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Husqvarna Motorcycles is proud to launch the complete range of MY20 TE, FE, and FEs models – a revamped line-up of competition, off-road and dual-sport machines that introduce key chassis, suspension and engine developments to allow riders to further extend their limits of off-road potential.
All-new for 2020 are the off-road only FE 501 and FE 350. These models shed the road-going components of their dual-sport counterparts, the FE 501s and FE 350s, and feature more aggressive mapping and a less restrictive power pack, resulting in a lighter overall package and more power to put to the ground. Controlling this power is made easy with industry-leading Traction Control and a handlebar-mounted Map Select switch that allows the rider to select between two EFI maps, easily changing the engine character to suit the terrain or rider preference.
Delivering high levels of dynamic performance, class-leading power across all engine sizes and equipped with updated WP suspension, all 2020 models benefit from comfortable ergonomics and a progressive design. Thanks to a new frame, subframe, shock linkage and bodywork, updated fork and shock settings, and premium components as standard, the entire Husqvarna Motorcycles off-road and dual-sport range will allow riders of all skill levels to easily find seamless flow and confidence while riding off-road or on.
Primed for the unpredictability of off-road riding, the new generation MY20 range combines unparalleled performance with advances in engine and chassis technology. Continuing the progression of off-road motorcycling, the new models offer improved handling, comfort and usability for both professional and amateur riders alike.
MAJOR CHASSIS UPGRADES
Continuing the brand’s leading approach to innovation, the entirely new generation of MY20 machines features new frames, subframes and bodywork and updated suspension and engines. All frames feature increased longitudinal and torsional rigidity, which when added to the new, lighter composite carbon fiber subframe, ensures exceptional handling, stability and rider feedback. New aluminum cylinder head mountings provide reduced vibration and optimized flex to further improve handling.
Updated 48 mm WP XPLOR front forks and WP XACT shocks offer simple adjustment, more consistent damping and better resistance to bottoming. Superior performance, comfort and traction is further enhanced thanks to the linkage system that reduces seat height, ensuring that riding over technical terrain is easier than ever.
ALWAYS MOVING FORWARD
Husqvarna Motorcycles MY20 off-road and dual-sport models are primed for the unpredictability of tackling challenging terrain thanks to new engines across the range, as well as revised exhaust systems and wiring harnesses.
An all-new TE 150i now stands beside the pioneering TE 250i and TE 300i, sharing the same proven 2-stroke fuel injection technology. Giving all the convenience of a modern 4-stroke at a fraction of the weight, the machine mixes a nimble and lightweight chassis with a compact and powerful engine. Benefitting from an electric starter as standard, Husqvarna Motorcycles’ continuous 2-stroke development ensures the TE 150i delivers maximum performance.
The entire 4-stroke range features extensive engine upgrades for increased performance and rideability, with the FE 501 and FE 501s receiving a new cylinder head, as well as extensive revisions to the FE 350 and FE 350s engine.
Showcasing Husqvarna Motorcycles pioneering design direction, the MY20 off-road and dual-sport range features distinctive, new bodywork and graphics. Allowing riders to perform at the highest level for extended periods, the slimmed down bodywork and 10 mm reduction in seat height deliver ergonomics that ensure easier movement on the bike and confidence inspiring riding positions.
WHAT´S NEW IN MY20
• New frame on all models offering increased longitudinal & torsional rigidity
• TE 150i featuring electronic fuel injection
• New 250 g lighter 2-piece subframe across the model range
• Updated WP XPLOR fork with new mid-valve piston & setting
• Updated WP XACT shock with new main piston & setting
• New shock linkage dimension providing reduced seat height & added control
• All-new exhaust systems for optimal performance & durability
• New seat places the rider 10 mm closer to the ground
• Improved cooling circuit with radiators mounted 12 mm lower
• Progressive new bodywork design offering new and improved ergonomics
• Updated 4-stroke engines offering improved performance & rideability
• Off-road only 4-strokes with Map Select switch and Traction Control
• 1° lower mounting on TE 250i/300i engines for improved front end traction
• Updated TE 250i/300i cylinder for superior 2-stroke performance
Complimenting the launch of the MY20 off-road and dual-sport range is Husqvarna Motorcycles´ GOTLAND CLOTHING – a complete range of apparel and protective equipment that takes into account the unique challenges of off-road riding. In addition, Husqvarna Motorcycles’ ACCESSORIES provide an extensive line-up of performance engine and suspension components, protective parts and tools.
The new Husqvarna 2020 TE models will be available at authorized Husqvarna Motorcycles Dealers starting in July of 2019, while the 2020 FE and FEs models arrive in September of 2019.
Monday, 10 June 2019 15:09 Published in Industry News
Husqvarna Motorcycles is pleased to announce the launch of the MY20 motocross and cross-country range – nine premium minicycle and full-size motocross machines and three cross-country models that feature carefully considered developments targeted at further improving the pioneering European manufacturer’s cutting-edge off-road line-up.
Following on from the introduction of the revolutionary MY19 motocross models, Husqvarna Motorcycles engineers have continued to refine the handling, aesthetics and overall performance of the FC and TC models. Delivering functional improvements, the entire motocross range yet again offers state-of-the-art technologies with premium, high-end componentry.
Continuing to develop motorcycles that are more agile, more powerful and more ergonomically advanced, the MY20 range sees upgrades to the FC 250, FC 350, FC 450 4-strokes and TC 125 and TC 250 2-stroke machines, as well as to the TC 50. Notably, the entire motocross range features striking new graphics that offer a modern-day salute to the brand’s rich racing history.
The cross-country range, based on the advanced 2-stroke and 4-stroke motocross motorcycles, has been equally equipped for 2020 and sees the continued development of 2-stroke technology by proudly introducing the 2020 TX 300i, now with electronic fuel injection, ensuring unmatched performance and ease of use. This exciting new machine rounds out the line-up, which includes the 4-stroke FX 350 and FX 450.
The list of MY20 technical highlights includes a new additional interchangeable airbox cover for optimized airflow on all FC models. Focused on delivering optimum efficiency, all models enjoy progressive bodywork for optimized ergonomics together with chromoly steel frames that ensure precisely engineered flex characteristics and Husqvarna Motorcycles’ innovative 2-piece composite subframe.
WP XACT suspension ensures accurate and responsive handling in all conditions thanks to progressive settings and the AER front fork technology. High-end components guarantee all models deliver class leading performance with CNC machined triple clamps on all full-size models, Magura hydraulic clutch system, ProTaper handlebars, Brembo brake calipers and high-performance discs as standard. All 4-stroke models are equipped with electric start as well as traction and launch control.
TECHNICAL HIGHLIGHTS MY20:
• NEW TX 300i with electronic fuel injection
• Additional interchangeable airbox cover on FC models for optimized airflow
• Striking new graphics as a modern-day salute to Husqvarna’s racing heritage
• Progressive bodywork for optimal ergonomics
• Chromoly steel frame featuring precisely engineered flex characteristics
• Innovative 2-piece composite subframe design
• Progressive setting on the WP XACT forks with AER technology
• WP XACT shock featuring progressive setting
• CNC machined triple clamps on full-size models
• Magura hydraulic clutch system offering perfect action in every condition
• Brembo calipers & high-performance discs combining superior stopping power with great control
• Traction & launch control with advanced settings [4-strokes]
• Electric starter for easy starting when time is critical
• Lightweight Li-ion 2.0 Ah battery
• ProTaper handlebar
• Progressive throttle mechanism & ODI grips offering easy grip mounting
• Laser engraved D.I.D. wheels
• Gearboxes produced by PANKL
Featuring the same level of quality and much of the same technology found in the successful full-size motocross models, Husqvarna Motorcycles’ minicycle range continues to offer up-and-coming youngsters of all skill levels a comprehensive line-up of premium quality bikes. Giving all new minicycles striking new graphics, for MY20 Husqvarna Motorcycles engineers also focused their attentions on the TC 50, fitting it with a new lightweight, cast aluminum swingarm.
The MY20 motocross line-up is complimented by Husqvarna Motorcycles’ FUNCTIONAL APPAREL OFF-ROAD COLLECTION and ACCESSORIES. Ensuring that riders of all abilities and ages are fully prepared for their next ride, the OFF-ROAD CLOTHING COLLECTION is a complete range of protective equipment that takes into account the unique challenges of offroad riding. All products deliver comfort, durability and style while featuring many innovative technical features.
Husqvarna Motorcycles’ ACCESSORIES allow motocross riders to customize, protect and further improve the performance of all TC and FC models. As well as an extensive range of engine upgrade options for both 2-stroke and 4-stroke machines, the ACCESSORIES range covers graphics, wheels, suspension, brakes and much more.
The new MY20 motocross range is available worldwide at all authorized Husqvarna Motorcycles Dealers.
For all details on pricing and availability, please visit your local Husqvarna Motorcycles Dealer.
Tuesday, 30 April 2019 12:40 Published in Industry News
(June 27, 2017)- Husqvarna Motorcycles today launch their complete line-up of 2018 enduro models – a sophisticated new series of 2-stroke and 4-stroke machines that take the historic brand’s enduro model line-up to a whole new level in terms of technology and performance.
Tuesday, 27 June 2017 17:12 Published in Products
(June 13, 2017)- Husqvarna Motorcycles are proud to unveil the new 2018 Husqvarna FS 450 – an updated supermoto machine that successfully carries Husqvarna’s World Championship winning pedigree into a new era.
Tuesday, 13 June 2017 15:49 Published in Industry News
(April 4, 2017)- Husqvarna Motorcycles proudly announce the introduction of their next generation fuel-injected 2-stroke enduro motorcycles.
Tuesday, 04 April 2017 18:57 Published in News
DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (Feb. 16, 2017) – American Flat Track is proud to announce a new partnership naming Husqvarna Motorcycles as the Official Motorcycle of AFT Singles for the 2017 season.
Thursday, 16 February 2017 15:34 Published in News
@Husqvarna1903 •#701SuperMotoRideOut •(February 8, 2017)- Husqvarna Motorcycles is pleased to present the second edition of the 701 SUPERMOTO RIDE OUT, four days of exciting riding aboard the 701 SUPERMOTO.
Wednesday, 08 February 2017 13:16 Published in News
Husqvarna Motorcycles took the covers off its production VITPILEN 401 and SVARTPILEN 401 machines, while also introducing the all-new concept VITPILEN 401 AERO at the 2016 EICMA show held in Milan, Italy. These three new models form part of Husqvarna’s exciting new range of ‘Real Street’ motorcycles.
With the introduction of these three pure state-of-the-art models, Husqvarna Motorcycles takes an important step towards fulfilling its progressive vision of street motorcycling.
The first two models of the ‘Real Street’ range will be the VITPILEN 401 and SVARTPILEN 401, with Husqvarna Motorcycles fully focused on rolling them out at authorized dealers by late autumn 2017. True to the brand’s high quality, performance and design standards, these two models pave the way for an astounding future in the on-road segment.
Also launched at EICMA 2016 is the VITPILEN 401 AERO concept, a single-cylinder machine that is the perfect interpretation of what a 21st century faired motorcycle should look like, according to Husqvarna.
Launching Husqvarna’s new ‘Real Street’ range, the VITPILEN 401 is a refreshingly simple and progressive urban street motorcycle that provides a new gateway into the motorcycling culture for a wider range of riders. Recognized and globally awarded for its unique design, the VITPILEN 401 presented at EICMA 2016 is set to hit the showrooms by late autumn 2017.
Devoid of any excess and focused on providing a pure riding experience, the VITPILEN 401 features a technologically advanced single-cylinder 375 cc engine that is housed in a stripped-down but progressive layout. Offering excellent performance, the bike appeals to an entirely new generation of riders looking for an honest and highly accessible machine.
VITPILEN 401 HIGHLIGHTS:
=>Pure & progressive design
=>Sleek bodywork forming clean lines
=>Accessible riding position
=>Modern fuel-injected 44 hp engine
=>Lightweight steel-trellis frame
=>Unique steel-aluminium exhaust
=>9.5 litre fuel tank
=>Long single seat
=>Premium LED lights
=>Bosch 9.11MB two channel ABS system
=>Sporty clip-on handlebars
=>Street-focused Metzeler M5 tyres
Forming part of Husqvarna’s ‘Real Street’ bike range, the SVARTPILEN 401 is a modern day interpretation of a street explorer. Featuring a bold and rugged appearance it offers a progressive new way for potential riders to experience motorcycling.
Beyond its unique styling the SVARTPILEN 401 has a high focus on everyday functionality thus featuring rugged knobbly tyres, a practical tank rack and more robust protection all-over.
Built around a similar chassis and engine philosophy to its VITPILEN 401 sibling, the SVARTPILEN 401 offers a more upright riding position thanks to its wider motocross-styled bars. The finished version of the SVARTPILEN 401 presented at EICMA 2016 is also expected to hit the showrooms by late autumn 2017.
SVARTPILEN 401 HIGHLIGHTS:
=>Rugged street explorer
=>High focus on functionality
=>Standard skid plate & tank rack
=>Two single seats with high-quality fabric
=>Modern fuel-injected 44 hp engine
=>Lightweight steel-trellis frame
=>Unique exhaust with robust protector
=>9.5 litre fuel tank
=>Premium LED lights
=>Bosch 9.11MB two channels ABS system
=>Wide offroad style handlebars
=>Pirelli Scorpion Rally STR tyres
VITPILEN 401 AERO
Drawing inspiration from the brand’s iconic past the VITPILEN 401 AERO is a compact single-cylinder ‘Real Street’ concept motorcycle that ideally depicts Husqvarna’s interpretation of how a faired bike should look like.
Offering an innovative design approach, the VITPILEN 401 AERO concept features an aerodynamic fairing that seems to have been moulded by the wind itself. With every part of its windshield being purely technical, increased amounts of air are now channelled through to the engine to regulate cooling.
Compared to its VITPILEN 401 sibling, the all-new windshield gives the AERO a fuller appearance while allowing the front and the rear ends of the bike to perfectly match each other. With the design of the windshield now encouraging a more locked-in position, the rider’s helmet becomes part of the airflow in what is a fully immersive riding position.
The VITPILEN 401 and SVARTPILEN 401 production models, as well as the new VITPILEN 401 AERO concept motorcycle will be on show for the duration of the 74th EICMA in Milan on the Husqvarna Motorcycles booth, Hall 18 booth M60.
Tuesday, 08 November 2016 16:22 Published in Industry News
@Husqvarna1903 •@HusqvarnaNA •(October 26, 2016)- The latest Husqvarna apparel range, which embraces a full selection of functional apparel for off-road casual and lifestyle apparel and accessories, can be seen on the Husqvarna Motorcycles website.
Wednesday, 26 October 2016 16:18 Published in Industry News


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|419th Flight Test Squadron
|Active||1942–1945; 1958–1962; 1989–present|
|Branch||United States Air Force|
|Part of||Air Force Materiel Command|
|Garrison/HQ||Edwards Air Force Base, California|
|Engagements||European Theater of Operations|
Mediterranean Theater of Operations
|Decorations||Distinguished Unit Citation |
Air Force Outstanding Unit Award
|419th Flight Test Squadron emblem (approved 21 February 1990)|
|419th Bombardment Squadron emblem (approved 11 August 1961)|
During World War II, the 419th Bombardment Squadron was a Boeing B-17 Flying Fortress squadron, assigned to the 301st Bombardment Group, Fifteenth Air Force. It earned Two Distinguished Unit Citations. In 1958, the squadron was activated as a Boeing B-47 Stratojet squadron as part of Strategic Air Command's nuclear force, but was discontinued four years later. In 1993, the squadron was consolidated with the 6519th Test Squadron, which had been conducting test operations at Edwards since 1989.
Established as a Boeing B-17 Flying Fortress heavy bombardment squadron in early 1942; trained under Second Air Force. Flew antisubmarine patrols off the California coast from, late May–early June 1942, then over the Mid-Atlantic coast during June–July 1942.
Deployed to European Theater of Operations (ETO) in August 1942, being assigned to VIII Bomber Command, one of the first B-17 heavy bomb squadrons assigned to England. Engaged in strategic bombardment operations over Occupied Europe attacking enemy military and industrial targets. Reassigned to Mediterranean Theater of Operations (MTO) as part of Operation Torch invasion of North Africa. Operated from desert airfields in Algeria and Tunisia during North African and Tunisian campaign. Assigned to Northwest African Strategic Air Force during Invasion of Sicily and later Italy in 1943. Allocated to Fifteenth Air Force for strategic bombing of Nazi Germany and occupied Europe. Attacked enemy targets primarily in the Balkans; Southern France; Southern Germany and Austria from southern Italy; engaged in shuttle bombing missions to airfields in the Soviet Union during the summer of 1944.
Personnel largely demobilized after German capitulation in May 1945; squadron reassigned to the United States and was programmed for conversion to B-29 Superfortess operations and deployment to Pacific Theater, plans canceled after Japanese capitulation in August 1945. Aircraft sent to storage and unit inactivated largely as a paper unit in October 1945.
From 1958, the Boeing B-47 Stratojet wings of Strategic Air Command (SAC) began to assume an alert posture at their home bases, reducing the amount of time spent on alert at overseas bases. The SAC alert cycle divided itself into four parts: planning, flying, alert and rest to meet General Thomas S. Power's initial goal of maintaining one third of SAC’s planes on fifteen minute ground alert, fully fueled and ready for combat to reduce vulnerability to a Soviet missile strike. To implement this new system B-47 wings reorganized from three to four squadrons. The 419th was activated at Lockbourne Air Force Base as the fourth squadron of the 301st Bombardment Wing. The alert commitment was increased to half the squadron's aircraft in 1962 and the four squadron pattern no longer met the alert cycle commitment, so the squadron was inactivated on 1 January 1962.
Reactivated as a flight test squadron at Edwards AFB in 1989 taking over the Air Force Flight Test Center Strategic Systems Division (B-52G/H Stratofortress). Also operated UAV test program (MQ-1 Predator) 1994–2000 when the UAV program was realigned. Gained B-1 Lancer program from the 410th Flight Test Squadron in 1991 when the 410th was moved to Palmdale and took over the F-117 Program. Gained B-2 Spirit program from the inactivating 420th Flight Test Squadron on 30 December 1997.
The squadron also hosts the C-12 Huron Formal Training Unit.

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New York vocalist and songwriter, Dylan St. John, just debuted his latest EP titled ‘Crkd Halo.' A relatively new artist on the scene, his music already boasts 750k streams, and he's performed at shows with Soulection, A$AP Ferg, T.I., Lil Peep & Jadakiss.
A passionate songwriter, St. John is full of raw emotion, making it extremely easy for his audience to relate to his music. Never afraid to mix genres, St. John is always looking to break barriers sonically, while making sure his lyrics have depth and his message has purpose.
"I represent Generation Y - people who follow their heart as opposed to playing their part.”


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HYDERABAD: Water researchers and academics have called for introducing spate irrigation system to harness floods and channelise floodwater from swollen rivers and hill torrents to fields through a network of channels.
They regretted that Sindh had not formulated any policy nor put in place a regulatory system to manage spate water and urged the government to adopt an efficient water management system to meet the needs of a growing population.
They were speaking at a workshop on “spate irrigation: potential and challenges in Sindh” organised on Friday by the Research & Development Foundation (RDF) and US-Pakistan Centre for Advanced Studies in Water (USPCASW) in collaboration with Oxfam Novib and The University of Utah.
The spate irrigation method is the art and science of water management unique to semi-arid environments. It uses seasonal floods to fill water storage canals by diverting floodwater from rivers to fields through a network of primary, secondary and sometimes tertiary channels.
The vice chancellor of Mehran University of Engineering and Technology, Dr Mohammad Aslam Uqaili, said that one should come out from his or her comfort zones in order to become a successful scientist.
The researchers in past used to attain great achievements with their idiosyncratic behaviour and took abnormalities as research opportunities, hence most of the successful scientists in the world were known among people as abnormal persons because they did work for their desired fields beyond normal limits, he said.
He said that considering depleting water resources this precious commodity needed to be conserved and properly utilised for irrigation in order to get required production.
He said that water sector in the country needed researchers, who could work in applied research in various water related fields. The USPCASW and MUET were endeavouring for this cause by educating next generation of scientists, engineers and policymakers through innovative academic programmes on water to focus on applied research and solve the country’s contemporary water problems, he said.
He urged the participants of the workshop, especially newly enrolled students of MS, PhD in USPCASW, to engage in water research in its neglected fields like spate irrigation system and other various applications.
He said that per capita water availability was on the decrease in the country and freshwater bodies were not adequate enough to meet needs of a growing population. Students should bring in new ideas for water management and learn from new concepts of integrated water management, he said.
He advised them to engage with community in their respective research fields to provide maximum benefit to society which was the ultimate beneficiary of academic-industrial applied research.
USPCASW Director Dr Bakhshal Khan Lashari expressed concern over the fact that farmers were not able to get required productivity from wheat and other crops and said it was now up to the young researchers to find solutions to the farmers’ issues to get desired production with optimal use of water.
He said that they had had organised the first workshop for newly enrolled students of USPCASW and such workshops and seminars would be held in partnership with different academic institutes and research organisations to benefit students of USPCASW.
RDF head of programmes Ashfaq Soomro said that Pakistan was rapidly becoming a water scarce country and effective management of water resources was the need of the hour while spate irrigation management could play a vital role in flood management and drought mitigation.
He said that students of USPCASW should take spate irrigation as a priority area for research and RDF would provide them internship opportunities in this regard.
Karim Nawaz, Dr Kamran Ansari, Dr Altaf Siyal and Prof Munir Babar delivered lectures on potential and challenges of spate irrigation in Sindh and Pakistan. Karim Nawaz said that spate irrigation was the second largest source of irrigation in Sindh after Indus basin irrigation system which must be managed to improve economic wellbeing of rural communities, which were dependent on hill torrents.
Published in Dawn, September 5th, 2015

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VPLS has significant transport capacity between data centers and Points of Presence (POPs), and in conjunction with partners, VPLS can offer Internet, Ethernet Transport, and last-mile services to your business in just about any location. VPLS can also offer direct connectivity to public cloud services, including AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud (GCP), from any of our data centers, as well as from customer on-prem locations that are on-net with any existing service provider.
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AN ACT CONCERNING A NEEDS ASSESSMENT AND FAIR SHARE PLANS FOR MUNICIPALITIES TO INCREASE AFFORDABLE HOUSING.
To require (1) an assessment of the state-wide need for affordable housing and an allocation of such need to planning regions and municipalities, (2) the creation of affordable housing plans for each municipality, and (3) a study concerning the municipalities' performance in meeting the requirements of such plans.
Introduced by:Housing Committee
|New today||2-4 days old||5 days & older|
Add Notes to HB-5204
Go To My Bills
Co-sponsors for Amendment LCO:
|4/13/2022||Referred by House to Committee on Appropriations|
|4/4/2022||(LCO)||File Number 286|
|4/4/2022||House Calendar Number 204|
|4/4/2022||Favorable Report, Tabled for the Calendar, House|
|4/4/2022||(LCO)||Reported Out of Legislative Commissioners' Office|
|3/28/2022||(LCO)||Referred to Office of Legislative Research and Office of Fiscal Analysis 04/04/22 12:00 PM|
|3/17/2022||(LCO)||Filed with Legislative Commissioners' Office|
|3/4/2022||Public Hearing 03/10|
|2/23/2022||Referred to Joint Committee on Housing|

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(C-71) Fells Point in Baltimore
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Fells Point was founded in 1763 by William Fell, who had moved here from England with his brother a few years earlier. Its waterfront location and proximity to local iron foundries and timber tracts made it a thriving center for shipbuilding and many of the famous "Baltimore Clippers" were launched here.


SONY Xperia S
As it stands now this is the Xperia S has the best camera and video of any smart phone with 12 megapixels as well as HDMI output. Samsung Galaxy and iPhone have neither of these benefits!
However, I've had serious problems with it transferring images onto my 4 year old MacBook. Finally, after three hours in the SONY shop in Mongkok, Hong Kong. Andrew and Eric eventually found a fix for the problem. Well done guys, although I'd love to have walked out with the new RX 100 pocket camera :- (
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The sounds of protest and subverted sampling, dangled carefully from the scaffold of danceable beats.
A symphonious record of eternal flow and terrible fate, by the new duo of David Tibet and Youth.
Prior to their launch night on Thursday 22nd September, the artistic collective behind Salford’s new venue space talk about forging a community and catering for Manchester’s vast experimental music scene.
Sabotaged certainties and computer seizure – a series of live performances for Tammen’s self-made “Endangered Guitar”.
Ascension and disappearance. A 45-minute improvisatory collaboration with Scanner, featuring the din of a French rugby match.
Accordion, hob, electronics, gone. There’s no time.
A fire drill folding in on itself. Future-gazing electronics and archaic instrumentation in collision.
Lost Property’s one-day festival of sound art and experimental music at Newhaven Fort.
Songs of dejection and dissipated optimism. Disappearing within the echo.
The LA-based sound artist talks geothermal activity, articulating sound and new record “Aven”.

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Which two statements are characteristics of routed ports on a multilayer switch? (Choose two.)
- In a switched network, they are mostly configured between switches at the core and distribution layers.
- They are used for point-to-multipoint links.
- They are not associated with a particular VLAN.
- They support subinterfaces, like interfaces on the Cisco IOS routers.
- The interface vlan <vlan number> command has to be entered to create a VLAN on routed ports.
Answers Explanation & Hints:
Routed ports on a multilayer switch are physical ports that are assigned to a specific IP subnet. They act like a router interface and provide Layer 3 connectivity between different subnets. Routed ports are not associated with a particular VLAN and do not support VLAN tagging. They also support subinterfaces, which allow multiple IP subnets to be configured on a single physical interface. They are typically used to connect to other routers or to provide Layer 3 connectivity between different parts of a network.


The Lotus Evora is now available for Australian order. To help its customers go through the decision making process Lotus Australia have released pricing and specification details.
The first bit of news is quite good. List pricing, before statutory and delivery charges, for the entry level Evora 2+0 will start at $149,990. This figure is $13,000 less than the price announced at the Melbourne International Motor Show earlier this year. The up-spec 2+2 will begin at $156,990.
The Evora is equipped with a 3.5-litre V6 which produces 206kW of power and 342Nm of torque. Matched to a 6-speed manual box this is good enough to propel the coupÃ© from rest to 100km/h in a smidge over five seconds.
For the record, the Evora’s official fuel consumption figure is under 9 litres, at 8.7l/100km, and 205g of CO2 are emitted every kilometre. Not that too many Lotus buyers would bother much with those figures.
The car will be on Australian roads some time after July and special ‘Launch Edition’ models will be available in Ardent Red or British Racing Green. Presumably these are the colours they can’t sell in Europe as all other from the Lotus palette are available for order at an extra cost.
Further to the special ‘Launch Edition’ colours are three option packs. These packs will be available as a cost option after the initial run of higher specification vehicles is completed. (That probably brings us back to the original pricing announced at MIMS in February.)
The three packs are Tech, Sport and Premium and add items such as a touch-screen display, iPod connection, cruise control, parking sensors, accent lighting, full leather trimming in selected colour, traction control, sports diffuser and switchable sports mode.
A full press release from Lotus and comprehensive specs are all yours after the jump.
Lotus Evora Countdown: Specification and Pricing
Australian range specification and pricing confirmed for the powerful and practical luxury Lotus sports coupe.
- Confirmed Australian spec levels and pricing
- Deliveries start in third quarter 2009
The countdown to the exciting Lotus Evora has started with the first press drives of the 3.5-litre mid-engined 2+2 coupe drawing hugely positive comments and praise, and Lotus Cars Australia confirming the local pricing of the 2+2 and 2+0 Evora.
The Evora will be the most significant Lotus car to be launched in the last decade and promises to be one of the most exciting new cars of its time, combining traditional Lotus ride and handling attributes with a large, practical platform encompassing a whole new drivetrain.
The Evoras will enter the market as the only mid-engined 2+2 in production. The new car is a more holistic offering than the Elise, Exige and Europa models that have made the brand so iconic.
Despite exceptional international demand for the car, Lotus Cars Australia has secured a number of Evoras for Australia to satisfy Australian demand. The initial global Evora production will consist of higher specification vehicles including the following (although customer can also order vehicles to their own specification now, for later delivery) :
- 2+2 seating configuration
- Tech, Premium and Sport packs
- Hi-power silver cast alloys
- Bi-xenon headlamps
- Alpine Imprint Audio System
- Reversing camera
- Electric powerfold mirrors
These initial â€˜Launch Editionâ€™ vehicles include either Ardent Red or British Racing Green as standard, and all other colours from the Lotus range are available as a cost option.
The three option packs (standard on the Launch Edition) will be available as a cost option once the initial run of higher specification â€˜Launch Editionâ€™ vehicles is completed. The Tech, Sport and Premium packs add items such as a touch-screen display, iPod connection, cruise control, parking sensors, accent lighting, full leather trimming in selected colour, traction control, sports diffuser and switchable sports mode
A sports ratio six-speed transmission is also available to experience the maximum performance offered by the V6 engine, combining a closer stack of ratios for improved acceleration and greater in-gear response.
Evora is designed for people who desire exotic sports car characteristics of stunning design, exclusivity and performance, being powered by a 3.5-litre V6 producing 206kW and 342Nm, and using innovative lightweight chassis technology.
Performance is spectacular with 0-100km/h in just over five seconds, combined with low emissions and fuel consumption of just 205g/km and 8.7l/100km (combined highway/urban cycle).
Inside, the Lotus Evora cocoons occupants with sumptuous leather surfaces juxtaposed with contemporary high-tech features. With driver focused instrumentation the occupants sit in cockpit-esque surroundings with flush-mounted controls that glow with blue LED haloes and stylised gauges.
Styled in-house by Lotus Design, the Evoraâ€™s sophisticated and attention-snaring lines brilliantly disguise its ability to accommodate passengers in the rear of the cabin, giving the car the external characteristics of a small, nimble sportscar belying its real exterior and internal space.
As well as being sold in a 2+2 configuration, the car will also be available as a two-seater, the space in the rear being allocated to luggage storage. An automatic version is in future planning.
The entry level Lotus Evora 2+0 will be priced at $149,990 (recommended price before statutory and delivery charges), with the Lotus Evora 2+2 being priced at $156,990 (recommended price before statutory and delivery charges). The 2+2 adds the convenience and practicality of rear seats in addition to a host of luxury appointments both standard and optional including Alpine audio system, reversing camera and cruise control.
For peace of mind, the Lotus Evora has a three-year 100,000km whole vehicle warranty.
While the first customer deliveries are currently taking place in Europe, Australians will get the chance to experience the V6 Evora for themselves for the first time in the third quarter of 2009. Both the initial higher specification vehicles and customer specified vehicles can be ordered now through the Lotus dealer network in Australia.
Full standard equipment for the Lotus Evora plus cost option equipment are listed below:


Who/What: At the Climate Summit for Local Leaders, co-hosted by Paris Mayor Anne Hidalgo and UN Secretary General’s Special Envoy for Cities and Climate Change Michael R. Bloomberg, the Paulson Institute is hosting a session titled Cities of the Future: Innovation and Sustainable Urbanization in China. China’s Special Representative on Climate Change Xie Zhenhua, Paris Mayor Anne Hidalgo, Michael Bloomberg, Los Angeles Mayor Garcetti, and nine leading Chinese mayors will speak. Paulson Institute Senior Fellow Deborah Lehr will moderate the session. The mayors will share their most creative ideas as well as the challenges they face in the process of unprecedented urbanization, including financing, addressing infrastructure challenges and deploying new technologies.
Why: China’s urban population is expected to hit 1 billion people by 2030, at the same time that the Chinese government has set ambitious targets for reducing carbon emissions. At the highest levels, China is integrating its economic and environmental strategies in order to grow the economy while promoting sustainability. China’s actions will have an impact on sustainable practices globally. Mayors are critical to accomplishing the goal of growing the economy while reducing emissions, and are developing innovative new approaches to promote low-carbon development.
Where: Hotel de Ville, Place de l’Hôtel de Ville, 75004 Paris, Tel: +33 1 42 76 40 40
When: 10:30am – 12:00pm, Friday, December 4, 2015
- 10:30am Michael R. Bloomberg, UN Special Envoy for Cities and Climate Change, opening remarks
- 10:35am Minister Xie Zhenhua, China Special Representative on Climate Change
- 10:40am Panel One: Innovation in China’s Low Carbon Pilot Cities, moderated by Deborah Lehr, Senior Fellow, Paulson Institute
Mr. HONG Feng, Senior Advisor, Beijing Municipal Government
Mr. TANG Jie, Former Deputy Mayor of Shenzhen
Mr. WAN Yong, Mayor of Wuhan
Madame ZHU Xiaoming, Mayor of Zhenjiang
- 11:05am Paris Mayor Anne Hidalgo remarks
- 11:20am Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti remarks about cooperation between Chinese and US mayors
- 11:30am Panel Two: Sustainable Urbanization in China – Overcoming the Challenges, moderated by Deborah Lehr, Senior Fellow, Paulson Institute
Mr. CHEN Shaorong, Deputy Mayor of Guiyang
Mr. YUAN Zhanting, Mayor of Lanzhou
Mr. LI Guanding, Deputy Mayor of Ningbo
Mr. HUANG Lan, Deputy Mayor of Nanjing
- 11:55am Q&A
- 12:00pm Conclusion
About the Paulson Institute: The Paulson Institute is a “think and do” tank that promotes environmental protection and sustainable development in the United States and China, while advancing bilateral economic relations and cross-border investment. Established in 2011 by Henry M. Paulson, Jr., the Institute is committed to the principle that today’s most pressing economic and environmental challenges can be solved only if the United States and China work in complementary ways.
The non-partisan, independent Institute works at the nexus of economic and environmental issues in the United States and China. Its programs in China focus on improving climate and air quality, advancing ecological conservation and promoting sustainable cities. The Institute’s Think Tank publishes papers on the most important macroeconomic issues facing China today, energy strategies and issues in US-China relations. The Institute promotes bilateral cross-border investment that will improve US-China relations and help create jobs and works to reduce economic risk from climate change. The Institute is headquartered at the University of Chicago and has offices in Washington and Beijing.


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The Digital Asset Specialist works within the Content Team assisting with the development and maintenance of digital web content to help drive customer acquisition and engagement. This Colleague is an expert at image production and manipulation to achieve the highest image quality and creative goals in the digital realm, including photography, retouching, post production work on digital photography, Data Asset Management, and a variety of design studio elements. This Colleague must demonstrate a positive, professional attitude and have the ability to work under pressure, within extremely tight deadlines.
• Oversees and updates online digital content that is customer facing, product-specific;
• Works with internal teams, external partners and third-party agencies to identify digital asset requirements including creative direction and technical requirements;
• Creates digital assets using in-house equipment which includes cameras, lightbox and relevant software.
• Develops creative direction for website photography, styling, lighting, angle of each digital assets whether producing the digital assets in house or providing direction to external vendors, managing overall quality;
• Secures digital assets from internal Loblaw systems and external partners as required; .
• Modifies both created and secured digital assets as required. Modification includes clipping path, retouching, colour masking, colour correction or other as required; Responsible for maintaining eCommerce digital assets and metadata within the company’s Digital Asset Management System;
• Responsible for producing best in class creative solutions across company website including establishing and maintaining standards for design and production best practices;
• Suggests new ideas; identifying the possibilities of new initiatives, processes and innovative programs.
• B.A . in Graphic Design or related field
• 2-5 years photography experience preferred
• 1-3 years of related experience
• Possess a strong sense of design fundamentals including color, composition, typography, and in-depth knowledge of web design principles
• An entrepreneurial attitude, who is self-motivated, independent, able to deftly multi-task, and work in a fast paced environment.
• Exceptional verbal, written and visual communication skills to work with cross-functional teams to plan, collaborate, develop and refine ideas
• A dedicated team player with strong interpersonal skills and commitment
• Strong portfolio that demonstrates creative skills (provide examples)


Since the machine vision system can quickly obtain a large amount of information, it is easy to automatically process, and it is also easy to integrate with design information and processing control information. Therefore, in modern automated production processes, people use machine vision systems to monitor working conditions, inspect finished products or for quality control.
The feature of machine vision inspection is to improve the flexibility and automation of production. In some dangerous working environments that are not suitable for manual operations or occasions where manual vision is difficult to meet the requirements, machine vision is often used to replace manual vision; machine vision inspection methods can greatly improve production efficiency and production automation.
There are five main reasons for using machine vision systems in industrial automation control:
1. The accuracy of the machine vision system, due to the physical limitations of the human eye, the machine has obvious advantages in accuracy. Even if the human eye relies on a magnifying glass or microscope to inspect the product, the machine will still be more accurate because its accuracy can reach one thousandth of an inch.
2. With the repeatability of the SWIR vision systems, the machine can complete the inspection work one by one in the same way without feeling tired. In contrast, every time the human eye detects a product, there will be a slight difference, even if the product is exactly the same.
3. With the speed of the machine vision system, the machine can detect products faster. Especially when detecting high-speed moving objects, such as a production line, the machine can improve production efficiency.
4. The objectivity of the machine vision system. There is a fatal flaw in the human eye detection, which is the subjectivity brought by emotions. The detection results will change with the mood of the workers. However, the machine has no emotions, so the results are reliable.
5. The cost of the machine vision system. Since the machine is faster than the human, an automatic inspection machine can take on the tasks of several people. Moreover, the machine does not need to stop, will not get sick, and can work continuously, so it can greatly improve production efficiency.


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Addiction Statistics & Predictions for Americans in 2023
If you’re an addict, it’s important to know you’re not alone. Millions of Americans suffer from some kind of substance abuse disorder (SUD), and the problem isn’t going away anytime soon.
Here are some of the latest addiction statistics and predictions for Americans in 2023.
Fentanyl Leads the Way
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), more than one million people died as a result of drug overdoses between 1999 and 2022. Today, more than 82.3% of those deaths can be blamed on fentanyl or a similar synthetic opioid.
The problem with fentanyl is that it is largely undetectable and can be used to cut other drugs like cocaine, methamphetamines, and even benzodiazepines such as Xanax. Recent trends include so-called ‘rainbow fentanyl,’ the multicolored appearance of which experts fear will attract younger users in 2023.
Despite the purported advent of a fentanyl vaccine that reduces the risk of overdose, as an addict, you know that it will take more than that to keep you from using. You have to change your behavior to modify those bad habits.
Then There’s Alcohol
Even without the illicit drugs that are readily available, alcohol is another major contributor to substance use disorders. According to the National Center for Drug Abuse Statistics, alcohol abuse disorder (AUD) kills over 3 million people a year, accounting for up to 6% of global deaths.
Over 10% of Americans above the age of 12 had an AUD in 2020, and the pandemic resulted in a 262% increase in alcohol sales. In fact, over 60% of people reported an increase in alcohol consumption after March 2020.
Every day, alcohol use kills 385 Americans, with 83.9% of those deaths occurring in individuals over the age of 35 and alcohol-related liver disease killing 19.1%. What’s more, Americans as a group lose more than 3.59 million years of potential life because of excessive alcohol consumption.
High-intensity drinking is an emerging trend for 2023. This involves consuming alcohol at two to three times the gender-specific binge drinking thresholds.
Polysubstance Abuse Trends
The CDC notes that more than one-half the overdose deaths are the result of using multiple substances. Going into 2023, overdose deaths from methamphetamine and other psychostimulants are on the rise.
The use of multiple substances increases the risk of overdose because mixing drugs can increase the effects of each substance or make them more unpredictable. That includes mixing drugs with alcohol, as the stats show that 1 in 7 opioid-related deaths occurred within a few hours of adding alcohol to the mix.
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These trends are frightening and with good reason. That makes getting and staying sober an even more important goal for 2023. Sober Sidekick can help.
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We have read with interest the article 'Coping with smoke in atria' (aj 21.1.99), and we would suggest that the rather general nature of many of the statements tend to oversimplify the difficulties associated with smoke control in atria.
For instance, there is no mention of the additional problems which arise when there is a sizeable fire load on the atrium floor and, indeed, when some quantities are developed for the two sketches showing smoke removal from an atrium, a very different picture arises.
If these diagrams are taken to represent an office building for which the design fire size would generally be taken to be 2MegW, and which has a floor-to-ceiling height of 3m, with a clear layer height below the smoke of 2.5m, probably imposed by the local authorities, then it is found (using the information given in bre 186) that the area of the common vertical duct will need to be 10m2 with a similar-sized opening for replacement air on each floor.
This is the area of a small office, and no client is going to look favourably on a suggestion that this area of lettable space should be lost on every floor. Add to this the fact that such a large extract opening into the smoke layer will cause 'plug-holing', so that at the top of the smoke layer this large extract area has to be divided into about ten smaller extract points distributed over the whole office area, and it becomes clear that the common-duct idea is not practicable.
Now consider the sketch which suggests putting the neutral plane at the head of the atrium. The position of the neutral plane is controlled by the area and the position of openings above and below this plane. Using again the 2MegW fire and a slab-to-slab dimension of 3.5m, it is found that in order to put the neutral plane in the position shown in the sketch, a roof vent area of 63m2 with a ground-floor fresh-air opening of 25m2 would be required.
This could well mean that the whole roof needs to be open.
We note that reference is made to the differential effects on natural ventilation in summer and winter, but no positive information is proved for the emergency condition.
No one should under-estimate the difficulties associated with smoke management in atrium buildings, and sketch solutions as shown in the article without the relevant requirement dimensions can be very misleading.
E Gordon Butcher & Alan Parnell
Fire Check Consultants, Tonbridge, Kent
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Someone had the brainwave - and has been very persuasive - to get Cadillac to buy a glossy eight-page insert in this week's volume. Cadillac must have some reliable research material showing there is a market for large, plush, luxurious, gas-guzzling American automobiles among British architects.
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AgEagle Announces Launch of MicaSense’s Altum-PT
An Optimized 3-in-1 Sensor Integrating Ultra-High Resolution, Panchromatic Imaging and Thermal Imaging to Provide Unlimited Analytical Capabilities at Leaf-Level Resolution
WICHITA, Kan and SEATTLE, Nov. 08, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- AgEagle Aerial Systems Inc. (NYSE American: UAVS) (“AgEagle” or the “Company”), an industry-leading provider of full-stack drone, sensor and software
solutions, today announced the launch of MicaSense’s most pioneering drone sensor innovation, to date: Altum-PT.
MicaSense, an AgEagle company, has earned a respected reputation worldwide for delivering many of the drone industry’s most dynamic, high performance multispectral imaging solutions which have become vital to the Agriculture, Plant Research, Land Management and Forestry industries. Altum-PT is an optimized three-in-one solution for advanced remote sensing and agricultural research. It seamlessly integrates an ultra-high resolution panchromatic imager, a built-in 320X256 radiometric thermal imager and five discrete spectral bands to produce synchronized outputs such as RGB color, crop vigor, heat maps and high resolution panchromatic in just one flight. Offering twice the spatial resolution of the prior Altum sensor, Altum-PT will empower users with deeper analytical capabilities and broader, more diverse applications; enable them to discern issues at the plant level, even in the early growth stages; and conduct early stage stand counting, as well as season-long soil monitoring, among other critical uses.
“In our agronomic research, high spatial resolution of multispectral data is critical,” stated Associate Professor Andries Potgieter of the Centre for Crop Science, Queensland Alliance for Agriculture and Food Innovation. “In the past, we’ve flown at very low altitudes to achieve the needed ground sample distance, or GSD. With the GSD capabilities through the pan-sharpening of the Altum-PT, our data collection efforts will be significantly streamlined. Having higher resolution thermal data from the Altum-PT will also be relevant to enhanced accuracy when determining the impact of abiotic and biotic stresses on crop performance at plant, canopy and field levels across different environments.”


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EDWARD J. HOLLAND, M.D.
Professor of Ophthalmology,
University of Cincinnati
Director of Cornea Services
Cincinnati Eye Institute
Executive Board member Dr. Edward Holland also co-chairs the Aniridia
Foundation International Medical Advisory Board. His expertise in corneal
disease, especially with Aniridia patients, has made many people affected with
aniridia travel across the country and the world to be treated by him. His
performance in cutting edge stem cell transplantation (keratolimbal allograft)
procedures has restored sight to many people. This procedure helps people
blinded by aniridia, Stevens Johnson Syndrome, thermal or chemical injuries to
Dr. Holland is Director of Cornea Services at the Cincinnati Eye Institute and
Professor of Ophthalmology at the University of Cincinnati. He is former chair of
the Medical Advisory Board for the Eye Bank Association of America and is
currently chair-elect of the Eye Bank Association of America. Dr. Holland was a
recipient of the 2002 Paton Society Award given by the Eye Bank Association of
America which is the highest honor for corneal physicians. Dr. Holland is the
immediate past president of the Cornea Society (formerly the Castroviejo
Cornea Society). He has received both the Senior Achievement Award and the
Honor Award from the Academy. Among other honors, Dr. Holland has been
listed in the Best Doctors in America.
Dr. Holland has served on the Academy's Board of Trustees since 2005 as
Secretary for the Annual Meeting. He has been active in the Academy as the
associate secretary of the Skills Transfer Committee, which is responsible for
courses to train ophthalmologists in refractive and other new surgical
techniques across the United States.
Dr. Holland has a national and international reputation for his knowledge and
expertise in the field of Cornea and External Disease. He is frequently invited to
lecture at national and international meetings, and over the past ten years has
directed one of the most prestigious training programs for specialists in corneal
and refractive surgery. Dr. Holland is the author of more than 100 articles in
peer review journals and has edited Cornea, the most widely read textbook on
corneal disease and surgery. He has co-edited the recently published textbook,
Ocular Surface Disease: Medical and Surgical Management.
As the Director of Cornea Services at the Cincinnati Eye Institute, Dr. Holland
has attracted worldwide referrals for medical and surgical corneal problems and
for stem cell transplantation. He was recently featured on the premiere showing
of MIRACLE WORKERS in which he restored sight to a Stevens Johnson
syndrome patient with a similar transplant he uses for people with aniridia.
M.D. - Loyola-Stritch School of Medicine, Chicago, IL
Residency in Ophthalmology - University of Minnesota
Fellowship - Cornea and External Disease, University of Iowa
Additional Fellowship - Ocular Immunology, National Eye Institute, National
Institutes of Health in Bethesda, Maryland.
This understanding of immunology is an important asset today since his eye
transplant patients are on immunosuppressant medications after the KLAL
Past positions - He served as Director of Cornea and Refractive Surgery
Service at the University of Minnesota. Dr. Holland was promoted to the position
of Professor and was granted the Elias Potter Lyon Chair in Ophthalmology. He
also had served as President of the Minnesota Academy of Ophthalmology.

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