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Frank Hetrick, 78, of Annapolis, MD was diagnosed with pulmonary hypertension at a local hospital. After his diagnosis, his cardiologist told him he only had six months to live. With the help of his daughter, Hetrick was referred to Dr. Myung Park, a cardiologist and pulmonary hypertension expert at the University of Maryland Medical Center. Much to Hetrick's surprise, Dr. Park reassured him that he was not going to die in six months, and put him on a successful course of medical treatment. Read his story below.
My name is Frank Hetrick. I was diagnosed with pulmonary hypertension. Everything happened suddenly. Although I experienced shortness of breath, my main symptom was swelling, which was caused by excess fluid. Within one week, I had gained 18 pounds of fluid!
These symptoms affected my life in a very detrimental way. At the time I was diagnosed, I was working for Habitat for Humanity. However, once the swelling started, I couldn't do that anymore. I also like to do volunteer work at a mission in Annapolis, but it became too hard to do with the extra fluid.
I went to the Washington Hospital Center where they ran some tests. After they diagnosed me with pulmonary hypertension, I went to my cardiologist who had been treating me for high blood pressure. He said I only had six months to live, and that there were no viable treatment options.
After that my daughter, who was visiting me from Texas, asked one of the doctors at the Washington Hospital Center if there were any doctors in the area who could treat this condition. He told her there were doctors in Maryland who treated this condition, and that this was not a lost cause. She asked him who he would send me to, and he recommended Dr. Myung Park at the University of Maryland Medical Center.
We called Dr. Park's office and made an appointment. She told me that I had to have more tests performed, but said “You're not going to die in six months. I'm going to take care of you.” That made my day; she's phenomenal!
Dr. Park's tests confirmed that I had pulmonary hypertension.
It took some time, but gradually the swelling decreased. I still have some excess fluid, but I only have to visit the Medical Center every four to five months for parethensis, a procedure that allows my doctor to draw fluid out with a needle.There's not nearly as much fluid drawn now as there was when I first came to UMMC. Sometimes, I don't even have to get fluid drawn; they can look at me with a sonogram instead. Best of all, I can stay active now that my swelling is under control.
The treatments helped me tremendously. I have a life now, and I don't need oxygen. I have a daughter in Florida, a son in Alaska and a daughter in Texas. Now, I can travel to visit all of them. I can also take my grandkids around the world. Last year, we went to Europe. I have 16 grandchildren, and I've travelled with 12 so far. I'm feeling much better. The swelling has gone down, I don't have any shortness of breath and I can carry on as normal.
I'm very pleased with the care I received at the Medical Center. The nurses and doctors are very good. I've been treated here several times, and have been in the hospital four times since this diagnosis.
I think the world of Dr. Park. She saved my life! She's very professional. The rapport she has with patients and her staff is excellent; she communicates very well with them. During my treatment, she told me exactly what I needed to do.
About a year ago, I switched to Dr. Gautam Ramani. I was having shortness of breath and he helped a lot with that. We like him too, and he's continuing same treatment and refining it as we go along. I know that my health is in good hands with him.
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What a week and what a weekend – the weather was amazing and how exciting was Britain's Got Talent? I was convinced Chandy the dog would win but seeing Spelbound work their magic made them such worthy winners!
Do you still have your cuddly toy from when you were a child? I do, and her name is 'Panda!' I'll pop up a photo of her some time.
For some reason, at the age of 6 years or so, I attached a toy mouse to her little outfit…no idea why, but the mouse has stayed attached ever since!
This however, is a photo of Daniel from the Charlie Bear family. (Please excuse the slightly strange framing of the photo! It was taken with the webcam on my netbook as I've no idea where I've put my digital camera right now!)
Daniel is one of dozens of Charlie Bears we have in the Brook household. He is fab, with a beautiful expression and a somewhat mischievous look on his face!
Charlie Bears celebrates its 5th birthday this year. HAPPY BIRTHDAY from QVC! We just love the range (hence the reason we have several dozen at home!) The quality is out of this world. These bundles of joy have personalities which are truly wonderful and magical.
We celebrate their 5th birthday with a 3 hour show this Sunday from midday. Charlie (Charlotte) and William will of course be with me. Not only do we have a special surprise and a hot pick, but we'll introduce you to around 18 new characters too!
I have worked with Charlie and William for a number of years. Their passion and devotion is evident. It's a wonderful story of how the range came about, which we'll relive on Sunday.
Take care, have a great week and do join me on Sunday with Charlie and William…why not watch the show with a Charlie Bear or two as well!
See you soon
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This week, Wolfsie visited the Indiana Department of Transportation sign shop to get an inside look on how the city’s signs are conceived.
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“Over the past week, members of the Trump administration have issued justifications for why the United States does not need mass covid-19 testing. Here’s what they get wrong:
“Mass testing will also provide the reassurance that many need to resume normal activities. Having enough tests to regularly check employees, students and teachers would help provide confidence that we can resume work and school. And imagine if all patients receive a test before they enter the hospital, and those who test negative will then receive care in a separate ward from those who test positive. Patients would not be so frightened to seek care for ongoing medical issues such as cancer, pregnancy or heart disease, and hospital staff could also conserve needed personal protective equipment.
“A person could test negative today and contract the virus tomorrow. That’s true for any infectious disease — or indeed, for any illness. We don’t stop screening people for HIV or diabetes because they could develop the disease later. At the time of testing, people can be given guidance about limitations of a negative test.
“Tests are not 100 percent accurate. Again, this is true for every test. To be sure, we need to develop tests that have as high a degree of accuracy of possible, and the federal government must stop fraudulent tests from coming on the market. But perfect cannot be the enemy of the good. We don’t stop doing tests for other diseases because there is a risk of false positives or negatives.
“It’s not just testing that we need to reopen society. It’s true that there are other key components, such as the public health infrastructure to conduct contact tracing and social supports to isolate those are affected. But testing is the linchpin. We must know who is testing positive before we can identify their contacts and quarantine them. Just because other components must also be present doesn’t change the necessity of testing.
“We shouldn’t focus on manufacturing one test because there are other tests being developed. There are two main types of tests: the PCR swab test that identifies people who are currently infected, and a blood serology test that looks for who has been exposed and, therefore, has antibodies to covid-19. Most public health experts agree that both types of tests are needed, but that the most urgent test that must be mass-produced is the PCR test — and ideally one that can produce results within minutes. The fact that the serology test is also being manufactured doesn’t replace the need for the PCR test; indeed, both should be produced and deployed in large numbers.
“In lieu of testing, there are other ways of doing surveillance by looking at the rate of influenza-like illnesses. Waiting for hospitals to register an increase in the number of visits for flu-like symptoms is acting too late. Two weeks could pass before a patient who contracts covid-19 ends up in the hospital; the key needs to be prevent the spike in illnesses through early detection. In addition, some studies suggest that most people with covid-19 may never develop symptoms but can still transmit the virus to others. The rate of flu-like illnesses is, at best, a proxy for when mass testing cannot be done, but it does not replace the need for it.
“We don’t need to test every single American. Why not? If everyone is at risk for contracting covid-19, everyone should be able to get tested — and not only once, but many times if needed. We routinely screen people for high blood pressure. We encourage everyone to be tested for sexually transmitted infections. There is no limit to the number of times people receive these screenings. Why shouldn’t everyone have access to covid-19 testing, too, when they want and need it?
“The bottom line is that there are many reasons for the United States to implement mass testing. The Trump administration needs to stop coming up with reasons for why we don’t need tests and instead get to work on a national strategy to secure the millions of tests needed every day. It is a daunting task, but as a country, we can rise to meet the challenge. Our health — and our economy — depends on it” (Washington Post).
Leana S. Wen is an emergency physician and visiting professor at George Washington University Milken Institute School of Public Health. Previously, she served as Baltimore’s health commissioner.
We all know why lying, incompetent and narcissistic Trump does not want more testing: it will reveal how many more Americans are infected with the coronavirus that he purposely ignored for two months, and he is afraid that more testing will also damage his chances for re-election.


New York Daily News
Great Scott! 'Man of Steel' trailer released
Henry Cavill doesn't need a shirt - much less a cape - to look like a Superman in a scene from 'Man of Steel.' The new trailer for "Man of Steel" hit the internet late Tuesday with a barrage of action scenes that moved faster than a speeding bullet.
Sun May 19, 2013
The Jersey Journal
'Boardwalk Empire' season 4 teaser: 'Only kings understand each other'
On Sunday night, Home Box Office quietly debuted an uber-short teaser trailer for the fourth season of "Boardwalk Empire." What the 21-second spot lacks in overall imagery, it more than makes up in the foreshadowing department because we meet what looks to be a major character in Valentin Narcisse .
Christian Bale goes from muscular caped crusader to paunchy and balding to film American Hustle
Christian Bale has transformed himself from muscular Batman into a paunchy and balding con man for the upcoming movie American Hustle.
Michael Shannon stars as Richard Kuklinski in Millennium Films The Iceman
It's not the same thing, playing a bug-eyed bad guy in a live-action chase around Manhattan, as Michael Shannon did in last summer's Joseph Gordon-Levitt bike messenger romp, Premium Rush , and playing a real-life mob contract killer.
Fri May 17, 2013
The Columbus Dispatch
Shannon plays part with killer focus
Few serial killers operated with the cold precision of Richard Kuklinski. The mob hit man is brought to life by the dynamic performance of Michael Shannon, a gifted actor with a tremendous range, in The Iceman .
Fri May 10, 2013
Michael Shannon does not like television, new technology
Even though he is one of the actors on HBO 's hit series, " Boardwalk Empire ," Michael Shannon said in a May 10 interview with Adweek that he finds television "tremendously uninteresting." Shannon has also appeared in several movies, including "The Iceman," which is now in theaters, and the upcoming Superman film, "Man of Steel." But he "hardly ... (more)
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HBO will release Boardwalk Empire: The Complete Third Season on Blu-ray on 20 August.
Thu May 09, 2013
Michael Shannon Finds Television 'Tremendously Uninteresting'
Who Michael Shannon Age 38 Accomplishments Stars on HBO's Boardwalk Empire; currently appearing in films Mud and The Iceman ; plays Superman nemesis General Zod in Man of Steel ; member of the band Corporal Base Brooklyn, N.Y. What's the first information you consume in the morning? I usually look at my emails and then look at The New York Times on ... (more)
Mon May 06, 2013
Shannon & Adams In New Man of Steel Promo
Frequent stage and screen stars Michael Shannon , Amy Adams and Laurence Fishburne all play prominent roles in the new SUPERMAN re-boot, MAN OF STEEL, directed by Zack Snyder , and a new TV promo featuring the noted thespians has just been revealed.
Sun May 05, 2013
Shannon shines as family man, killer
Richard Kuklinski was a killer for hire who once claimed that he had, during the course of his lethal career in the New York and New Jersey underworld, sent more than 100 victims to their final rest.
20 Of The Most Underrated Characters Of The Last 20 Years, Parti
Considering that my job as a TV critic has me regarding on certain other journals and publications, I feel as if this year I have been remiss in not mentioning a fairly significant event.
Fri May 03, 2013
Infamous Jersey Hitman Comes Alive in 'The Iceman'
A film based on the true story of one of New Jersey's most notorious killers is set to hit select theaters this Friday.
Battle of the flicks: Iron Man 3 VS. The Iceman
Two very different men hit movie theaters today - one is very cold and the other is smokin' hot! So should you spend the evening with a super hero or a gritty murderer? Tough call! In 3D, this film will excite all your senses and has to be the best super hero film since The Dark Knight Rises hit theaters last year.
The Miami Herald
Bogart film festival kicks off in Florida Keys
Thursday evening, Stephen Bogart, son of Bogart and Lauren Bacall, welcomed attendees at the Humphrey Bogart Film Festival.
Thu May 02, 2013
Annette Bening in Talks to Join Al Pacino in 'Imagine'
Bobby Cannavale also is in talks to join the film written by Dan Fogelman, who is making his directorial debut.
Wed May 01, 2013
The Miami Herald
Actor's son to host Humphrey Bogart Film Festival in Key Largo
Twenty movies will be screened at eight venues. Movies cost $10, or $20 for the double features.
The Huffington Post
Jon Steely: The Iceman: Michael Shannon and Winona Ryder Make a Killer Film
Richard Kuklinski. If that name doesn't send chills down your spine, it should. At 6 foot 4 and 300 pounds, Mr.
Colorado Springs Independent
Pitching City Council! to HBO
Remember the Seinfeld finale? Dull and disappointing, but it didn't really matter.
Tue Apr 30, 2013
Key Largo Is Calling All "Bogey" Fans
The festival's signature event, the Bogart Ball, will take place at the Hilton Key Largo Resort on Saturday.
NBC Los Angeles
Michael Shannon: From "Iceman" to "Man of Steel"
Gwyneth Paltrow talks about the development of her character, Pepper Potts, in the upcoming "Iron Man 3" movie.


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Analysys Mason predicts the technology, media and telecoms trends that will be making an impact over the next 12 months.
1. Monetizing network investments in broadband infrastructure will be a top priority in 2015
- Operators will reap the benefits of growing data consumption in 2015 as many markets return to growth. LTE provides the ability to create larger data allotments compared with 3G (at higher prices) supported by ever more capable devices. 4K video will start to appear, driven by smartphone uploads, which will help to drive data consumption.
- Momentum will build around voice over Wi-Fi, and VoLTE will join later as an integrated proposition (and using the same IMS components). Launches will be driven by the need to address indoor coverage issues, but will also stimulate operators into evolving the 'communications app' both as a native device capability and an over-the-top (OTT) service extension.
- Fixed–mobile service bundles will become mass-market propositions beyond early successes in markets such as France, Portugal and Spain. The pace of transformative market consolidation will accelerate.
- Many more operator LTE networks will implement policy and prioritization features to support voice and video as well as differentiated services. The focus on end-to-end service management will be a worldwide phenomenon, but North America will lead the way in 2015.
- Many more operators will deploy VoLTE services in 2015 and beyond. Some will actively market HD voice quality, but the value of this to customers is uncertain – particularly given limited interworking in the short term. Operators should be aiming to collectively improve the user experience of operator voice in the face of increased competition from OTT VoIP services.
- At least one operator will launch a commercial eMBMS service to support multicast video services for sporting events and other live events.
- In addition to addressing enhanced consumer broadband demand, operators will continue the push to offer more differentiated services for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). This will require enhanced customer self-service, hierarchical billing and end-to-end service management.
- Operators will start to roll out identity management for enhanced SME services as they increasingly support, for example, the bring-your-own-device (BYOD) trend. Leadership of these services will be focused in North America, where both AT&T and Verizon are pursuing this opportunity aggressively.
- Operators will de-emphasise selling customer data to advertisers, but will become more effective in analyzing customer data for real-time service offers.


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The Internet of Things and Cyber Physical Systems Handbook by
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This book examines the Internet of Things (IoT) and Data Analytics from a technical, application, and business point of view. Internet of Things and Data Analytics Handbook describes essential technical knowledge, building blocks, processes, design principles, implementation, and marketing for IoT projects. It provides readers with knowledge in planning, designing, and implementing IoT projects. The book is written by experts on the subject matter, including international experts from nine countries in the consumer and enterprise fields of IoT. The text starts with an overview and anatomy of IoT, ecosystem of IoT, communication protocols, networking, and available hardware, both present and future applications and transformations, and business models. The text also addresses big data analytics, machine learning, cloud computing, and consideration of sustainability that are essential to be both socially responsible and successful. Design and implementation processes are illustrated with best practices and case studies in action. In addition, the book: Examines cloud computing, data analytics, and sustainability and how they relate to IoT overs the scope of consumer, government, and enterprise applications Includes best practices, business model, and real-world case studies Hwaiyu Geng, P.E., is a consultant with Amica Research (www.AmicaResearch.org, Palo Alto, California), promoting green planning, design, and construction projects. He has had over 40 years of manufacturing and management experience, working with Westinghouse, Applied Materials, Hewlett Packard, and Intel on multi-million high-tech projects. He has written and presented numerous technical papers at international conferences. Mr. Geng, a patent holder, is also the editor/author of Data Center Handbook (Wiley, 2015).
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This book constitutes the thoroughly refereed post-conference proceedings of the Second International Conference on Industrial IoT Technologies and Applications, IoT 2017, held in Wuhu, China, in March 2017. The volume contains 25 papers carefully reviewed and selected from 41 submissions focusing on topics such as big data, cloud computing, Internet of things, areas of control, mobile computing, and security.
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The Five Technological Forces Disrupting Security: How Cloud, Social, Mobile, Big Data and IoT are Transforming Physical Security in the Digital Age explores the major technological forces currently driving digital disruption in the security industry, and what they foretell for the future. The book provides a high-level perspective on how the industry is changing as a whole, as well as practical guidance on how to incorporate these new technologies to create better security solutions. It also examines key questions on how these new technologies have lowered barriers for new entrants in the field and how they are likely to change market dynamics and affect customer choices.
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Intelligence specialist noticed a Russian ballistic missile near Ukraine
LONDON, (BM) – Janes Thomas Bullock is an open-source intelligence specialist who often writes for the prestigious Jane’s publication. His publication in early April revealed that the Russians had deployed their Iskander ballistic missile system near Ukraine.
According to Bullock, this is the Iskander missile complex, but its latest version is Iskander-K. The Russians armed Iskander-K with two types of missiles – 9M728 (SSC-X-7) and 9M729 (SSC-X-8). In this case, Bullock says the spotted complex in Russia’s border areas around the border with Ukraine arms with a 9M728 (SSC-X-7) or better known as the R-500.
The R-500 flies at an altitude of 6 km and has an increasing range of at least 500 km, which the missile can increase by automatically adjusting the flight, trajectory, and terrain used. The R-500 can carry a conventional 500-kilogram warhead or a nuclear warhead with a yield of about 10-50 kT.
Bullock says he has identified the missile systems and the type of missiles they are with and the Russian missile brigade that was located in the area to deploy. This Russian unit is the 119th Missile Brigade from Voronezh, Vladivostok region.
More about Iskander
Iskander is a new Russian tactical missile system that is designed to attack ground centers and command posts. Iskander can also be targeted at communication networks or communication centers of different sizes.
“Since late March, Russia has been identified moving large quantities of military equipment to its Ukrainian border, specifically the Crimea, Voronezh, and Rostov regions,” said in the article.
Iskander is a short-range ballistic missile system. In addition to Iskander-M and Iskander-K, Moscow has developed an export version of the system, known as Iskander-E.
According to military experts, the Russians are hiding the true scope of the ballistic missile system and often compare it to the fact that it can reach its naval base – Kalibr.
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Russia is moving ships to the Black Sea too
On April 8, the southern military region of the Russian armed forces announced that, from the Makhachkala naval base, the Caspian fleet would transfer ten boats to the Black Sea fleet, however already well endowed.
Also, in detail, it is a question of transferring landing craft as well as gunboats. The type of boats to be shared has not been specified. But it is assumed that they will take the Volga-Don Canal, which connects the Caspian Sea to that of Azov [and therefore the Black Sea], their dimensions will have to be reduced.
The Caspian fleet has seven landing craft, including six of the “Serna” class, each weighing around one hundred tonnes at full load and one of the “Shark” type. The same fleet has well as five gunboats, including four of the “Schmel” type, displaying a displacement of 70 tons and equipped with a 76 mm gun, three machine guns, a BM-14 rocket launcher, and the ability to lay mines. It also has a “Zhuk” class patrol boat classified as “artillery boats,” armed with two 12.7mm machine guns.
The Black Sea fleet is equipped with five landing craft [including two of the Serma class, two of the Shark class, and one of the BK-16 type, used by the special forces]. But it also has seven “large landing ships” of the old design.
What is happening?
On April 1, Russia began locating a lot of Russian weapons on the border with Ukraine. The Belarusian side noticed similar actions. A Ukrainian journalist was the first to film the movement of military convoys.
The revelation forced the Kremlin to explain after the public learned about what was happening. “The Russian Federation is moving troops within its territory at its discretion; this should not bother anyone; it does not pose a threat to anyone,” said presidency spokesman Dmitry Peskov.
According to him, the Russian Federation is taking the necessary measures to ensure its borders ’security. “You know that along the perimeter of the borders of the Russian Federation; there is increased activity of the armed forces of NATO countries, other associations, individual governments, etc., etc. All this obliges you to be vigilant,” Peskov stressed.
“As for the participation of Russian troops in the armed conflict on the territory of Ukraine, Russian troops have never participated in it and do not participate in it. This is a highly internal Ukrainian conflict, and we, European countries, other countries would not want armed forces of Ukraine, the civil war in Ukraine flared up again,“ said Peskov.
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Popular Catholic podcaster Haley Stewart insists that there’s no better life coach than nineteenth-century British novelist Jane Austen.
In this uniquely Catholic take, Stewart reveals Austen’s thoughtful, deeply personal exploration of human relationships—including with God—through her six novels. Stewart’s insights take you on a journey that is both literary and spiritual, revealing how Austen’s characters and themes can lead to you to discover and become the person God has called you to be.
Stewart draws fascinating connections between Austen’s novels and real life and introduces Austen as a capable life coach by how she guides her readers to understand virtue and vice through friendship, love, community, and God’s grace. Austen’s characters reveal how virtuous habits transform us and help us become who we were meant to be. Each chapter focuses on characters and virtues from a single novel:
- Do you find yourself swayed by superficial charm and yearn to see others more clearly? Let Elizabeth Bennet teach you how to recognize substance in others and address the pride in your own heart through the cultivation of humility (Pride and Prejudice).
- Are you stuck in selfishness that wounds others (and yourself)? Let Emma Woodhouse and George Knightley help you develop the compassion to see the world more clearly with the eyes of Christ (Emma).
- Do you get swept away into poor choices due to a lack of self-control? Let the Dashwood sisters show you the virtue of temperance and guide you to embrace your God-given personality and temperament (Sense and Sensibility).
- Do you have treasured ideals but struggle to live them out? Follow along with Edmund Bertram’s journey toward constancy through the example of Fanny Price (Mansfield Park).
- Have the disappointments of life grown resentment or bitterness in your heart? Be inspired by Anne Elliot’s vulnerable fortitude in the storms of life (Persuasion).
- Do you struggle to know what to do or who to believe in tricky situations? Join Catherine Morland in learning prudence to know and act on the truth (Northanger Abbey).
Whether you are already an Austen fan or are discovering her works for the first time, Stewart’s infectious enthusiasm and captivating spiritual insights will have you digging in to experience firsthand the characters and stories that have captured imaginations in book and film for more than two centuries.
Discussion questions and recommended film adaptations make this book suitable for individual or group use or as a high school classroom or homeschool resource. A free, downloadable leader’s guide is available at avemariapress.com.
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Lattice unveils first low cost FPGA to support Broadcom HiGig protocol
November 29, 2010 // Paul Buckley
Lattice Semiconductor Corporation has added the HiGig MAC IP core to low cost LatticeECP3 FPGA family. Multiple individual devices interconnected via the HiGig protocol operate as one logical network, seamlessly providing features like quality of service (QoS), mirroring and link aggregation.
The HiGig MAC ensures that the Media Access rules specified in the 802.3ae IEEE standard and HiGig Protocol definitions are met while transmitting a frame of data over Ethernet. On the receive side, it extracts the different components of a frame and transfers them to higher applications through a FIFO interface. With this new Lattice IP core, designers will be able to implement low cost network solutions using Broadcom devices.
Compliant with Broadcom HiGig and HiGig2 protocol definitions, the HiGig MAC IP core has a 64-bit wide internal data path operating at a maximum frequency of 156 MHz on the LatticeECP3 FPGA. The core provides XGMII and XAUI interfaces to the PHY layer and supports variable-sized packet transmission with fixed-sized messaging capability (HiGig2 only). With multicast address filtering and 16-bit statistics counters, the core requires approximately 4100 FPGA look-up tables (LUTs) for HiGig implementations and approximately 4700 FPGA LUTs for HiGig2 implementations.
The HiGig MAC IP core developed by Lattice is supported by Lattice’s IPexpress FPGA design tool module. Included as a standard feature in the Lattice Diamond design environment, the IPexpress module reduces design time by allowing IP parameterization and timing analysis on the designer’s desktop. This allows users to customize Lattice's extensive library of IP functions for their unique applications, integrate them with their proprietary FPGA logic designs and evaluate the overall device operation via simulation and timing analysis prior to making any IP purchase commitments.
Availability and Pricing
The HiGig MAC IP core is available now and can be ordered through Lattice sales with a list price of $5,000.
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Full disclosure: I am writing this because I want Bitcoin SV to go way up… I bought Bitcoin SV very recently.
Wait, what’s Bitcoin SV?
A new fork of Bitcoin, called Bitcoin SV, is high performing right now, and only $125 per coin.
I love this coin.
This coin makes more money.
This investment makes money make more money.
This investment mow your lawn, trims your hedges, and has doubled the money already.
I am so irrationally exuberant regarding Bitcoin SV.
I am not kidding.
This makes Bitcoin a Buy too.
The market presumes inevitable that Bitcoin will return to $20,000 for a second time, or more. $40,000.
If that is to be the case, Bitcoin SV might return more doubling of the money than in the initial rise of Bitcoin.
Bitcoin SV is a fork, based on “Satoshi’s Vision” according to the original white paper of Bitcoin, in the beginning.
As you know, in the early days, Bitcoin basically printed money.
Bitcoin SV is going to be one of those coins on lists for the next 5 years.
My prediction is Bitcoin SV is going to $2,000 a coin, over the next two years.
As Bitcoin returns, so too will Bitcoin SV return more.
I don’t want to keep you, but a quick reminder might do…
There were days when people didn’t worry about Bitcoin. It just went up.
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Among those buried here was essayist William Hazlitt whose tomb remains in the gardens. In addition to re-landscaping, the Wall of Light perimeter fencing was installed as an innovative security fence in 2003/4, and in 2007 the Toilet Pod or Artshed was constructed.
St Anne's Churchyard was delimited by Act of Parliament in 1678, and formed adjacent to the church of St Anne Soho, which was later destroyed by bombing so that only the early C19th tower remains. The churchyard was raised 6 ft above the pavement to accommodate over 13,000 parishioners who were buried here. Closed to burials in 1853, the churchyard was laid out as a public garden by the MPGA in 1892, responsibility for the garden passing to the City of Westminster in 1903.
Visitor FacilitiesThe site is open daily from 10am - dusk.
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