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After a long time, the appointments in the field with the Forigo team and its solutions for soil processing and preparation are back! The upcoming event is G.I.P. 2021 (Giornate dell’Irrigazione di Precisione, Precision Irrigation Days), which will take place on the 24th and the 25th of June both online and offline, at the "Po di Tramontana" Center. It will be a unique opportunity to see Forigo solutions in action, including the innovative and award-winning Modula JET plastic layer and seeder. Let's find out more details in this article!
The importance of water as a resource
The management of a fundamental resource such as water is the basis of G.I.P. 2021, organized by Veneto Agricoltura with the patronage of the University of Padua, the D.A.F.N.A.E. (Department of Agronomy Food Natural resources Animals Environment) and the Società di Ortoflorofrutticoltura Italiana. Thanks to the collaboration with the "Po di Tramontana" Center, it was possible to offer an event that combined discussion and exchange on a central topic such as integrated and precision irrigation with visits and demonstrations in the field, for a complete overview that did not neglect direct experience.
Thanks to the active participation of numerous companies, during G.I.P. 2021 it will be possible to learn about innovative and sustainable solutions for precision agriculture, while maintaining constant attention to water saving and its proper management.
An event halfway between real and virtual
Created to spread innovation while keeping tradition as a fixed point, G.I.P. 2021 adopts two different ways to allow anyone to actively participate. In fact, the event will take place both online and offline, on two separate days. More precisely, on Thursday 24 June the event will be broadcast live on the Facebook pages of Veneto Agricoltura and “Po di Tramontana” Center, without the need for any registration; on the following day, Friday 25 June, the event will take place at the "Po di Tramontana" Center, upon registration.
The two-day program, scheduled from 9.30 to 12.30 and from 14 to 16, will consist of various visits to the integrated theses in the field and in the greenhouse, to touch on various aspects such as organic mulching, micro-irrigation systems, the automation of irrigation systems and various experimental horticultural tests.
Modula JET: sustainable innovation by Forigo
Even Forigo could only be part of an event that celebrates innovation and, to prove it, will bring its own solutions for agriculture and horticulture. Among these, a place of honor goes to the Modula JET plastic layer and seeder, already winner of the Innovation Award at Agritechnica 2019 and 100% electric. Not only effective, therefore, but also respectful of the environment and designed specifically to facilitate the sowing and mulching processes, carried out in one single step.
During G.I.P. 2021 it will be possible to see it at work, along with other Forigo solutions.
The event G.I.P. 2021 will be an excellent opportunity to see with your own eyes numerous solutions for agriculture and precision irrigation, but also to discuss a key issue such as water resource management.
Forigo is waiting for you on 24 and 25 June 2021, online and live, to show you its solutions and demonstrate their power and efficiency! If you would like more information about the event or our solutions, do not hesitate to contact us: our team will be at your disposal for any questions and curiosities!

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Last night was again capped off with a delicious low GI meal of lemon parsley chicken. For an appetizer to tide us over while the chicken was cooking I made some Vietnamese salad rolls and they were absolutely amazing! I thought some of you would like to try them so here is another recipe:
Vietnamese Vegetable Salad Rolls
Medium sized rice paper rounds
1 red pepper cut into thin sticks
1 cucumber (seeded) cut into thin sticks
1 carrot cut into thin sticks (I used my vegetable peeler and made strips)
1 avocado cut into thin sticks
Bean sprouts and any other vegetable you would like
Lettuce torn into chunks
Soak the rice paper rounds, one at a time, in warm water for approx. 20 seconds and lay on a flat surface.
Lay some lettuce chunks in the middle of the wrapper. Place a few leaves of mint and a sprig of cilantro on the lettuce and then place a few pieces of each vegetable on top of the greens. Fold in the ends of the wrapper and then roll, pressing firmly on the seam to seal.
If you make these ahead of time they can be kept in the fridge under a damp paper towel for up to two hours.
Cut in half for appetizer sized pieces and serve with your favourite Asian dipping sauce (I like a spicy peanut sauce.)
This recipe was taken, and slightly modified, from the New Glucose Revolution Low GI Vegetarian Cookbook

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By Peter Hayes, PhD student at Carnegie Mellon University (CMU)
I recently had the opportunity to visit LumaCyte at their corporate headquarters in Charlottesville. With little knowledge of Radiance prior to my visit, I was surprised how quickly I became an experienced user capable of running samples and analyzing data. While the Laser Force Cytology and microfluidic design of Radiance are complex and intricate, the instrument itself was created with the end user in mind. After a morning of observation and training, I was able to confidently run samples on the Radiance instrument by the afternoon.
During my stay, I ran duplicate experiments of 48 samples, each including control versus baculovirus infected Sf9 insect cells run across different days. Within minutes of starting the Radiance sequence, clear differences based on the average population velocity through the channel could be drawn, distinguishing the control cells and infected cells. These results were basically instantaneous compared to the rate of the current gold standard plaque assays. Additionally, the analysis software of Radiance is extremely versatile as it provides the ability to automatically sort through the metrics collected and classify different cell populations within a sample based on masks. This was powerful because it gave another clearly distinctive metric, for example, the fraction of slow moving cells in the population. One reason the Radiance instrument is so impressive is the number of metrics the instrument can measure in real time. The ability to track so many parameters will make Radiance suited to many single-cell based applications. The analysis can draw on a number of intrinsic measurements to find a quantifiable difference between cell samples and treatment conditions.
Furthermore, the results from Radiance were very consistent and reproducible. Over the course of my four-day visit, clear differences were seen between the control and infected sf9 cells which had nearly identical velocities (optical force) within their respective conditions across the four days. Especially when dealing with biology where experimental reproducibility can be difficult, it was impressive to see such consistent results and for those results to come in real time. As a student researcher, I am happy to see that LumaCyte’s innovative technology is focused on user experience and ease of use. This combined with delivering results within minutes of running a sample and being able to reproduce experiments days later with precision and accuracy, makes Radiance an incredibly powerful technology. I look forward to working with the LumaCyte team again in the weeks ahead!


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The Chairman's Award
The Chairman's Award is the highest award bestowed to a FIRST Robotics team at the District, Regional, District Championship, and World Championship competitions. It is based off of how a team demonstrates FIRST's ideals through community service, recruitment, mentoring, and gracious professionalism, along with other great team attributes.
The Chairman's Award by Jacob Bendicksen
Alliance selection is a very important part of FRC competitions, yet so many teams base their picks off ofFIRST team rankings.
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The Business Plan by Hamzah Khan
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The Chairman's Award
The Chairman's Award is the highest award bestowed to a FIRST Robotics team at the District, Regional, District Championship, and Championship competitions. It is based off of how a team demonstrates FIRST's ideals through community service, recruitment, mentoring, and gracious professionalism, along with other great team attributes.
This is a condensed version of Jacob's presentation at FIRSTFare.
The Chairman's Award by Jacob Bendicksen
In 2007, Team 1540 created a tutorial for the NXT software used by FLL teams to program their robots. We have maintained it since then, and its popularity has exploded. It is the official tutorial for the Oregon Robotics Tournaments and Outreach Program (ORTOP). It is the first link on Google if the query ‘NXT tutorial’ is searched.
The NXT Tutorial can be found here: www.ortop.org/NXT_Tutorial
Building off of our success with the NXT tutorial, we created a tutorial for the next-generation Mindstorms computer, the EV3. It's the first result on Google if 'EV3 tutorial' is searched.
The EV3 tutorial can be found here: http://www.stemcentric.com/ev3-tutorial
The Chairman's Award is the highest award bestowed to a FIRST Robotics team at the Regional and Championship competitions. It is based off of how a team demonstrates FIRST's ideals through community service, recruitment, mentoring, and gracious professionalism, along with other great team attributes. Discussion will include an introduction to the award, activities teams do to win the award, essay writing style, presentation tips, and sample questions. Team 1540 has won the Chairman's award in 2014 (PNW & OSU), 2013 (OR), 2012 (Oklahoma), 2010 (OR) and 2007 (PNW), and the Engineering Inspiration award in 2008 and 2009 (OR).
Dean's List Award
The Dean's List Award is the highest honor that can be bestowed on an FRC student for their leadership, passion, technical expertise, entrepreneurship, and overall commitment to FIRST and increasing awareness for the program. You've seen the two Finalists chosen at each regional, and maybe even the ten Winners at championships. But what happens to these members of the Dean's List following their award, and what does it take to become one? Marina Dimitrov, our very own 2012 Winner from FRC Team 1540: The Flaming Chickens in Portland, OR, comes bearing stories and tips. We want to make this a discussion-based session in addition to the presentation, so bring your questions and thoughts! Presented by Marina Dimitrov '13
This session is for team members with no exposure to pneumatics. What are all of those mysterious components and tubes and why you'd want to use them? We'll discuss regulators, storage tanks, relief valves, pressure switches, cylinders, solenoid valves, fittings, etc. If you already know what all those things are and how to connect them then this is NOT seminar for you. Presented by at FIRSTFare 2012 by Dale Yocum, 1540 head mentor.
The Business Plan is a key component of any team's growth - it helps them identify areas for growth and improvement, while also providing a vision for the team's future. Presented by Hamzah Khan '14.
Presentation: FIRSTFare 2013
Scouting FRC: Competitive Analysis at FIRST Competitions
Alliance selection is a very important part of FRC competitions, yet so many times base their picks off ofFIRST team rankings. In this seminar, we will look at the various modes of tracking the competition, analyzing it, and producing a helpful picklist. Presented at FIRSTFare 2012 by Tucker Gordon'13
Drive Trains for FIRST Robots
The drive train is the most important part of your robot yet many teams make some basic mistakes in their design and construction. This session compares 2 wheel, 4 wheel, 6 wheel, Mechanums, treads, and some of the unusual ones. We'll look at the various transmissions and motors available to FIRST Teams. Vendors such as IFI, Skyway, and AndyMark will be discussed and audience members will share their experiences. Presented by Dale Yocum, 1540 Head Mentor.
New Coach Essentials
This pre-session is designed for coaches and student leaders new to FRC though anyone is welcome. We'll cover team organization, logistics, mentor roles, sample build schedules, budgets, facilities, tools, strategy, and much more. Presented by Dale Yocum, 1540 Head Mentor
Presentation: FIRSTFare 2011
Introduction to Java
If you've never programmed in Java before or need a refresher, this presentation will give you a high level idea of what the language looks like and what this object orientation stuff is all about. Presented at FIRSTFare by Andrew, Catlin Gabel School Computer Science Instructor and mentor of Team 1540.
FRC Radios and Communication
This presentation will explore how the robot talks to the field during a match. It discusses tech specifics on the game adapters, the network communications as we understand them, how to avoid some common problems, and troubleshooting utilities. Presented at FIRSTFare by Faith, Catlin Gabel School System Administrator, and FRC Field Admin.
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Robot Design, Brainstorming and Rapid Prototyping with 80/20 and QuickFrame
Learn how Team 1540, the Flaming Chickens, design their robot. This presentation includes a myriad of information: from prototyping suggestions to appropriate use of robotics components. It will also cover the proper usage of 80/20 and QuickFrame - a lightweight aluminum framing system that will allow you to prototype efficiently. Come see what designing a robot is all about! Presented at FIRSTFare by Rohan.
Design Presentation: FIRSTFare 2010
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Java Beta Update
Team 1540 was chosen as the NW team to beta test Java this year. hear their insights about this new version of the language an what they've found so far. Presented at FIRSTFare by Andrew, Catlin Gabel School Computer Science Instructor and mentor of Team 1540.


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Balcarres students are making sure stories and knowledge from their communities are preserved through a class project resulting in a published magazine.
Students in the PAA class and school community members gathered at Balcarres Community School on Friday, March 8 for the launch of the magazine entitled, Ôtāhcimōwiniwāwa Kākistāwētinīki Ōtēsi Nīkan (Their Stories That Echo Into The Future).
The class project involved students interviewing Keteyak and Knowledge Carriers from their communities, and then creating stories based on those interviews for the magazine.
“It’s really meaningful to do something like this, especially when the people you interview are from your own community,” said Grade 12 student Cainan Reyes.
For one of his magazine articles, Reyes interviewed his grandfather who worked to bring Indigenous culture and traditions to jails and penitentiaries. “He helped them [Indigenous inmates] get on their journey to find out who they are,” said Reyes.
Grade 12 student Dominic Mckay interviewed Okanese First Nation Chief Richard Stonechild for one of his articles. “He talked about how taking away the children, the language, the culture and the buffalo were the keys to controlling people and making them believe in a different way of life,” said Mckay.
Grade 12 student Janessa Koochicum interviewed her grandmother about the File Hills Colony Experiment, a little-known historical event that caused Indigenous families to become detached from their homelands. “Hearing what my kokum had to say and the knowledge that she has just amazes me … Many families on Peepeekisis don’t really farm anymore and I believe that is because people want to forget about that part of our history,” wrote Koochicum.
The students agreed the magazine is important because it creates a permanent record of this local knowledge and experience. “It’s something you can pass along and look to the magazine to remember the stories and all the knowledge that was passed to us,” said Mckay.
“It’s important to make sure nobody forgets and repeats things that have happened in the past,” said Reyes.
The magazine is available for purchase at Balcarres Community School. You can reach out to the school for more information at [email protected], or (306)334-2520.

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People can be cantankerous sorts. It’s hard to get a significant majority to agree on anything — let alone unanimously, or in sufficient numbers to claim a “consensus.” On anything that’s not a hard and fast core belief or value, that is. So, if there’s a “consensus,” start looking around for censorship. And start doubting the conclusion being labeled: “consensus.”
Continue reading Why censorship is always a very bad thing.
The media knew that they needed only to repeat that mantra over and over and over and over again, and that would do it. The narrative, like a well-placed hook in a trout’s lip, would be sufficiently set in place… regardless of the actual results of the election.
Oh, you’re the trout.
Continue reading I Had To Laugh…
This struck me a long time ago, and nothing since has dislodged me from this conclusion: Whenever the Left takes a position on an issue, someone winds up dead. Or impoverished.
Continue reading Whenever the Left Takes a Position on an Issue…
All evidence seem to point to the conclusion that, left unattended, and absent the hysteria, COVID might have caused a small and temporary up-tick in overall deaths in the world, but that’s about it.
Hardly a “pandemic.” Just another “flu,” like the swine one, or the avian one, of the Spanish one, or the SARS one, or the MERS one, or the H1N1 one… (yes, yes, I know… redundancies and all. Just naming a bunch of names we’ve all heard for: the flu)
Continue reading Hypothesis: There Was No Pandemic.

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Gender & Environment Advocates 2017
The 2017 theme for International Women's Day, celebrated on 8 March, focuses on "Women in the Changing World of Work: Planet 50-50 by 2030". On this particular day, UN Women and the UN family call upon all actors to Step It Up for Gender Equality towards a Planet 50-50 by 2030. As part of the International Women's Day, a call for nominations was launched in February 2017 to recognize Geneva-based individuals' commitment and contribution to the advancement and support of gender equality and women's empowerment in the field of environment. An exhibition celebrating their achievements was launched on 8 March 2017, at the International Environment House.
The 18 selected women in 2017:
Barbara RYAN (Group On Earth Observation Secretariat) Barbara RUIS (UN Environment), Elena DUMITRU (Permanent Mission of Romania) Elena VILLALOBOS PRATS (World Health Organization) Fatoumata KEITA-OUANE (Independent Expert) Gill CASSAR (World Economic Forum) Hélène GANDOIS (CITES) Inger ANDERSEN (IUCN) Juliane DREWS (UNAIDS) Julie DEKENS (IISD) Kerstin STENDAHL (IPCC) Liliana ANDONOVA (Graduate Institute) Malcolm JOHNSON (ITU) Marisol Estrella (UN Environment) Matthias KERN (BRS Conventions) Pamela HAMAMOTO (United States of America) Tatiana FEDOTOVA (WBCSD) Vera WEICK (UN Environment)


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Laura Copelin, curator at Ballroom Marfa, will now be the West Texas contemporary arts institution’s executive director. Copelin joined the organization as associate curator in 2014, and had served as interim director since April. She will continue to curate exhibitions at Ballroom Marfa.
“Marfa really seems to be a beacon,” Copelin told ARTnews. “It’s been a transformative experience, being on the edge of these centers of the art world of New York and Los Angeles.” Being located there, she added, “creates a sense of freedom for artists, curators, and many kinds of thinkers.”
Copelin organized the institution’s current exhibition “Tierra. Sangre. Oro,” in which L.A.-based artist Rafa Esparza has transformed Ballroom Marfa’s gallery space, covering the floors with adobe bricks and re-orienting the entrance to the gallery.
While Esparza worked with adobe brickmakers across the Mexican border to create new bricks for the massive installation, many of the bricks on view had been shipped from L.A. when they were included in 2016’s “Made in L.A.” at the Hammer Museum, to New York for the 2017 “Whitney Biennial,” and finally to Marfa. As part of the exhibition, Esparza also initiated conversations with fellow artists in L.A.—Carmen Argote, Nao Bustamante, Beatriz Cortez, Timo Fahler, Eamon Ore-Giron, and Star Montana—to produce collaborative work to go on view throughout the run of the show.
Copelin is also currently at work co-curating Ballroom Marfa’s upcoming spring exhibition with philosopher Timothy Morton. Taking its name from a 2013 book by Morton and titled “Hyperobjects,” the group show will “use ideas from Morton’s theory to confront the overwhelming scale of today’s ecological crisis,” according to a press release.
She has also helped oversee the completion of Haroon Mirza’s stone circle, to debut next winter on ranch land just east of Marfa. The work is Ballroom Marfa’s most ambitious public installation since Elmgreen & Dragset’s Prada Marfa in 2005, and has been in the works for over three years, before Copelin arrived in Texas. The sculpture will carry the spirit of a Neolithic stone structure, with a twist, as the stones will be embedded with LED lights and speakers that will be solar-powered and activated by the moon. When visitors go to the middle of the sculpture, they will experience what Copelin described as a “solar symphony.”
“Laura’s curatorial vision is already setting new standards for Ballroom’s programming; combining a keen eye with a deep understanding of the social, political, and environmental issues that are driving the conversation in our culture today,” Fairfax Dorn, Ballroom Marfa co-founder and artistic director, said in a statement.
Since Donald Judd first began visiting Marfa, in the 1970s, and buying property to create permanent installations, the area has become a bit of a mecca for art-world types and international tourists alike since the artist’s death in 1994 and especially within the past few years.
Copelin sees Ballroom Marfa, which is located in a converted dance hall from the 1920s, as a continuation of the daring artistic vision that Judd first had for the town. “My vision for Ballroom Marfa is very much a continuation of the spirit of its founding: to create new work that wouldn’t be possible anywhere else,” she said.
Copelin said she will continue to focus on commissioning new work that will “really expand the conversation to include disciplines that aren’t usually included in the contemporary-art conversation,” mainly focusing on the ecological and natural sciences and how they are part and parcel to the rich landscape of Marfa, as well as maintaining an on-going dialogue with the town’s community.
“I like to think about collaboration with the community, as opposed to engagement,” Copelin said. “We have such a rich ground to work with in Marfa, with this incredible creative and cultural heritage of being so close to the border and Judd’s legacy here. We want to contribute to what’s happening and amplify what’s special about this place, and amplify new work by artists who deserve to have a platform to make art.”

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Minneapolis VA cited second time for failures in the suicide of a veteran
By Mary Lynn Smith
JANUARY 10, 2020
Hospital officials say improvements have already been made to stop such tragedies.For the second time in 16 months, a federal watchdog agency has cited the Minneapolis VA Health Care Center for failures connected to a Minnesota veteran’s suicide.
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“I want to die,” the veteran said after he was admitted to the medical center in the spring of 2018. Three days later, a nurse overheard the man talking on the telephone, saying he was going to die in the hospital. “I want you to have the seven acres for all the help you have given me,” the vet told the other person on the line.
Hours later, police responded to a report that a patient had attempted suicide on VA property. Despite CPR, the vet died.
It was the second time within weeks that a veteran had taken his own life at the medical center.
“When someone dies by suicide, there are all kinds of questions about why, and one of the things you learn to tell yourself is that it’s no one’s fault,” she said. “But having a government report in black and white in front of you that says no, actually these things did go wrong in the care of that person, blows that out of the water. It’s devastating to know that someone could have done something that would have given your loved one a better chance at survival.”
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I want to include documentation for pieces that I’ve entered into competitions during the past year. This was a comb that I created based on 10th century combs from Birka, Sweden and entered into Dragon’s Mist Arts and Sciences Championship. This comb was created entirely by hand and I was very happy with how it turned out.
Finished Comb and Display for Competition
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10th Century Composite Antler Comb Birka
10th Century Composite Antler Comb Based on Finds at Birka
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I find composite antler combs to be a very interesting area to study. I love that something as simple as a comb took so much work to create and was clearly highly valued. They could be simple or very ornate and were found all over Europe but particularly in Scandinavia.
Combs even when found in the same area vary greatly. It is rare to see two combs of the exact same shape and style. This is because every antler is different which makes composite combs almost impossible to exactly replicate. There is a slightly more unified look to the single piece combs but in that case you are working with a flat, large piece of antler which would be easier to keep consistent with.
Composite comb and single piece comb
I was surprised to discover just how common place combs were in Birka. I explored the excavated graves on the island by way of Historiska Museet’s website which gives you access to details and pictures of each grave site by type and location. What I found was that if a grave had any objects still visible, odds were you would also find at least a fragment of a comb. When looking further into the research of others I discovered that combs are the second most common item found in graves at Birka. This shows that nearly everyone carried or owned a comb regardless of status within the community.
Combs were also not something that everyone made. Piles of both tooth and connector plates have been found along with scraps of antler. This was a specialized craft in the community.
Initially I believed that Red Deer antler was the primary material used for creating composite combs however after further research it seems that Elk was actually used much more frequently in Birka than Red Deer. Cow bone and Moose were also used but much less common than the above materials and were most often used for single piece comb. My piece was made using Elk antler as it is much easier to acquire than Red Deer and is the more common material used in my primary location of interest.
Material used for rivets is commonly said to be either iron or bronze. I do not have easy access to either and so decided to look further into copper wire as it is a material that would have also been found in the area (if you have bronze you have copper.) I found an article written by Niklas Stjerna regarding the analysis of wire used in composite comb making specifically in Birka in the tenth century. The analysis showed that the wire tested was almost exclusively nonalloyed copper wire.
The wire that I used was a 14 gauge dead soft copper wire. I chose 14 gauge (1.63 mm) because it sits right in the middle of the 1-2 mm diameter size that was commonly found in Stjerna’s study and it seemed like a large enough diameter to effectively hold the comb together.
I used a saw, hammer, various files, jeweler’s saw, and a rivet forming tool all of which were similar to tools found in period. I also used a drill to create the holes for the rivets as I did not have access to a hand drill at the time of construction.
As it had been several years since I had attempted to make a composite comb I decided to start by making a practice piece out of wood. I used a large dowel and cut it down into plates like I would antler. The wood was very frustrating to work with as the grain tends to make it more unpredictable and it split and broke much more easily than wood. Since wood is also much softer than antler when I attempted to put together the comb using my copper rivets it looked very messy as the wire ended up bent over instead of having a head. This was a very frustrating experience and I don’t think I will be using wood to test antler work again!
The breakdown of the wooden “antler” and my resulting attempt at a composite comb from the pieces.
Before I began cutting down the antler that I intended to use for this project I wanted to try something that I had seen regarding the splitting of antler. Ambrosiani had speculated that the tine of the antler was used to split the larger section into smaller pieces. This seemed like an interesting thing to test as I had an extra antler that had been more weathered and was not in decent condition to use for actual comb construction. I scored the large piece of antler and attempted to split it using the tine. The antler split to some degree but not where is had been scored and the spongy inner core of the antler simply absorbed the tine.
An illustration of Ambrosiani’s theory and my attempt at splitting the antler with the tine.
Based on what I saw in this experiment, I do not believe that this would be an effective way to split an antler, particularly if you are expecting to use the pieces for something like a comb. Even if you could get the tine to split the antler the edges of the split would be rough and messy and there would be much more waste than if you simply cut the antler with the saw that you need to score it in the first place. I would like to test again in the future by making my cuts a bit deeper to see if that makes a difference on how clean the split is. It is also possible that the age of the antler affected the density of the antler’s core. This may have also created a less dense core that did not create enough pressure on surface of the antler to split it correctly.
Breaking Down the Antler
The antler that I had was a good size and so I had a lot of options in finding good areas to work with. I chose an area where the antler split to create the plates used for the teeth because it gave a wide and relatively flat spot to work with. This would create less waste and a stronger plate as you would be using less of the soft center of the antler. I used the saw to cut plates off the antler and shape them. I also filed them down to a uniform width so that they would hold evenly between the connecting plates. I left them longer than the finished comb intentionally so that I would have more space to work when I put the comb together.
The creation of the plates used for the teeth of the comb.
Initially I planned on using a piece from the large section of the antler to form the top connecting plates, however, I found an area on one of the smaller tines that I felt would work better. To create the connecting plates I took this section and cut it in half. The back area was fairly flat and so I cut it in half again and used a file remove the inside and flatten out the back of the plates. I used the saw to adjust the two pieces so that they were uniform and would hold the larger plates well.
The creation of rivets is something that I have very little experience with. I looked at possible ways that it was done in period and decided to create a basic rivet using a metal tool to form the first head and then close the rivet on the piece itself. I created a simple tool for forming the first head. I used a block of aluminum (that was what I had available) and drilled two small holes roughly the size that I wanted the rivets to be. This worked relatively well with the exception of putting a piece in the smaller hole that was a bit too short and getting it stuck. If I were to create a tool for this use in the future I would run the whole the entire way through the block or split it down the center and clamp it together.
I had some difficulty forming the heads using the copper wire. They were forming off to the side and the heads were larger than I would have liked. I was working with a half-hard copper wire which made it very difficult to create a head at all. Once I moved to dead soft wire the rivets were easier to form. In the future I plan to experiment with heating the copper to create a more uniform head.
Simple riveting tool and copper rivets
Putting It Together
Once I had my plates and rivets I used clamps to hold the plates together in the desired configuration. I drilled holes though all of the plates and added the rivets. This part is simple to accomplish as long as all of your pieces fit relatively well together. If you have inconsistency in your tooth plates they can slip and cause the holes to be off (I had this happen with the wooden test comb.)
I used five rivets to put the comb together. The amount of rivets in extant pieces varies widely. I have seen combs with as many as ten rivets and combs with as little as three. I initially used three but decided that five would better hold the plates in place. The plates were able to move just slightly and I wanted the piece to hold together well.
Through my research I found that the majority of combs had relatively small connecting plates and teeth that were around double that size. Since the connecting plates are 1 cm I cut the area for the teeth down to roughly 2.5 cm. This gave the comb a much more accurate look and will give the teeth added strength.
Putting the comb together
Extent combs teeth also widely vary. A majority of combs have very clear saw marks on the connecting plates which shows that the teeth were added after they were put together. This made the most sense to me as it gives you added stability when you are working as well as more consistency in appearance from plate to plate.
The extant combs have anywhere from 5 to 24 teeth per inch. My previous comb had 6 teeth per inch. Using the jeweler’s saw I was able to get 10 teeth per inch leaving .5 cm on either side. I marked the cut lines onto the plates and cut the teeth without a guide. I felt more confident about cutting them freehand because I was afraid that a guide may become crooked and I wouldn’t be able to see that there was an issue. I did have some issue with having my cuts stay completely straight because the jewelers saw has such a small blade. I plan to use a wider bladed saw on my next comb.
Cutting the teeth
There were a few issues with the teeth. The lines were very crooked and the space between each tooth was too small to actually brush your hair with. The teeth were also the same with all the way down when there really should be a taper, also to ease in combing. The solution to each of these problems was files! I found a picture of the tooth of an unfinished comb and it looked very similar to what I had created. This made me feel a little less like I had made a mistake and more like I was on the right track.
I first used a large flat file to taper the teeth. When you see side views of combs they generally have a trapezoidal shape from the connector plate down to the bottom of the teeth. To get this look I simply angled my filing, taking turns on each side of the plates, until the side view looked correct.
Before and after side views and the side view of an extent comb
The shaping of the teeth took a good amount of time. I took a small round file and shaped each tooth individually making sure to create a nice point at the bottom. This process eliminated the crooked look of the teeth almost entirely. I was amazed at how much of a difference it made!
Teeth of extent combs before and after filing
After looking at the finds from Birka I discovered that most were very lightly decorated. The piece that I based my comb on had no decoration at all but I wanted to add something as my previous comb had no decoration as well. I went with a basic line design as opposed to adding dots because I found more combs excavated from Birka with simple line designs. The design was made using a combination of a saw and file.
Though every composite comb is different almost all of them have a curved top. I had initially decided to leave my piece straight but after further research I went with a curve as well. This meant more filing. I shaped the top with a rougher file and finished the shaping with a finer one.
Before and after filing the teeth and rounding the top and a close up of the finished teeth
I am very happy with the final product. I have received great feedback from everyone who has tried it! The next time I would love to try a longer or double sided comb with two different sized teeth. I would also like to experiment further into decoration, possibly adding dots or additional shaping to the top.
Examples of 10th Century Composite Combs
Common Tools Found in Scandanavia
A Short Notice on the Manufacture of Copper Wire at Birka Niklas Stjerna
An Antler Comb-Construction Notes Dirk; http://www.angelfire.com/mi4/olafvanta/Dirk/comb/comb.htm#Provenance
Combs and Comb Making in Viking and Middle Ages: A Short Resume Dan Carlsson
Historiska Museet Personal communication and website http://www.historiska.se
Viking Age Combs, Comb Making and Comb Makers; In the Light of Finds from Birka and Ribe Kristina Ambrosiani, 1981

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Discussion in 'Economics' started by ByLoSellHi, Feb 10, 2009.
We now have critical mass: All confidence in the federal reserve and Treasury Department has vaporized.
The American People; average people - they're opening their eyes for the first time in their credit-infused, debt-laden, drunken-stupor lives.
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In America, everything is a pure spectacle, be it a presidential election – although this year has been the festival of the ‘cringe’ by the now forgotten Donald Trump – or the end of a series. But if we enter the sports field, then things are already skyrocketing. And although things like the Champions League final draw millions of viewers, nothing compares in spectacularity, budget or epic to the Super Bowl final.
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The final of the United States football competition is the event that holds an entire country each February, and calls viewers from all American states to sit in front of their TVs. Especially this 2021, a complicated year after an impossible 2020.
And it is that, from the spectacle of the rest to the TV commercials that are seen between each quarter -and that are the most expensive advertising minutes of the year and in the world-, the Super Bowl is pure USA. And this year, in the LV final of the NFL, the Kansas City Chiefs will once again play a very final after doing it last 2020, in a game that broke their streak of 50 years – which is said quickly – without playing a final since 1970.
And as winners of last year, the Chiefs will try to revalidate their title against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, a team that plays at home and reaches a final for the second time in its history, and the first in 18 years. A game that is played at Raymond James Stadium in Tampa and will be broadcast at 6:30 p.m. American time,-0:30 in the morning in Spain- and that can be seen in different ways outside the United States.
Watch the Super Bowl 2021 online on TV / mobile
The first and simplest: Are you subscribed to Movistar +? Well then the thing is as simple as sitting down to watch the final, since this platform has been broadcasting the great show of the NFL for a long time. Starting at 00:30 Spanish time on dials 8 and 45, the meeting will officially start. You can watch it from the TV, or also from the laptop, tablet or smartphone installed the Movistar + app to have the live signal on these devices if you are not going to be in front of a TV.
Just download the application, enter your starting data and immediately you will have access to the games, also with Aura, an assistant that you can use with voice or text commands to consult the programming, see new content or tune into a channel. The app allows things like watching the games from the start even if you have arrived late, controlling the live broadcast; start watching the game at home and continue on your mobile if you have to go out, or vice versa.
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See Super Bowl 2021 in the browser
Thanks to the magic of streaming, we can follow the game from its preview to the final whistle through the CBS website, which has the online signal on its page. In this way, and since it is a browser, it does not matter which device we choose, so we can watch the game on the smartphone or tablet. Inconvenient? The streaming is ‘region locked’, so the signal only works “if you are within the territory of the United States”. Solution? Use a VPN on your mobile or tablet, either Android or iOS
A VPN is a virtual private network that keeps your geographic location secret and allows you to access websites that have been blocked or censored for not being within your geographic scope. By installing an app that allows them to be created, we can avoid websites and online trackers while accessing American sites that have discounts for Black Friday. And also to other websites around the world, also having tools that allow us to encrypt our Internet connection to protect the IP address, browsing history and other personal data when we are online, use applications or connect to WiFi.
Here are the links to three of these apps that allow you to create VPNs easily and quickly with which to skip the regional protection that a shopping website outside of Spain may have:
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See Super Bowl 2021 by NFL Game Pass
Thanks to current technology, the sports leagues of the world have their own apps for broadcasting. The NFL of course also has it in the form of the NFL Game Pass application, an app that, like the official NBA one, is a torrent of statistics (plays, passes, strategies, possession) in real time while also broadcasts the game of the Patriots Vs the Rams live.
It is available for Android and for iOS, but its subscription costs money. Although if we are only interested in seeing Super Bowl 55, we can always pay to see only the final, something that will cost € 8.99 and will give us 1 month of access to its content.

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With the COVID-19 pandemic raging on, it becomes important to know how this virus is being spread. There have been talks of asymptomatic people being silent carriers of this deadly disease. Governments across the world are focusing on contact tracing to minimize the spread of the virus. Experts offer differing views. To top it all, we know very little about this COVID-19. Scientists are mostly basing their statements on assumptions and scientific studies are still being carried on to understand exactly how this virus works. All this adds to the confusion already there about this new variant of coronavirus.
In the early days of the pandemic, a scientific paper published in JAMA claimed that an asymptomatic carrier can pass on the virus to others. Researchers then claimed that 'if the findings in this report of presumed transmission by an asymptomatic carrier are replicated, the prevention of COVID-19 infection would prove challenging'. Meanwhile a letter in The New England Journal of Medicine had also reported that a woman from Shanghai, with absolutely no symptoms, had passed the infection to a German man. But later on, it turned out that the woman had mild symptoms of muscle pain and fatigue.
Now, many researchers say that it is very rare for asymptomatic people to pass the disease on. But most of them also clarify that this observation is based on a relatively small set of studies. Asymptomatic people are less likely to cough and sneeze, which is thought to be the main mode of transmission. But they can still pass on the symptom to you. According to evidence, people with symptoms are the most infectious because they can pass on the virus when they sneeze or cough. But then, the disease can also be passed on before they develop. People without any symptoms but who go on to test positive are very likely to give you the disease.
So, basically, you can acquire the virus from any of these groups of people. You never know which direction the virus may come from. This is why precautionary measures like social distancing and wearing a face mask are so important.
So, what is the best way to reduce the risk of transmission of COVID-19? It all boils down to testing. More testing means that more asymptomatic as well as pre-symptomatic people can be identified and isolated. While evidence suggests that asymptomatic people may pass on the virus in rare cases only, you are at risk from pre-symptomatic. These people can pass on the virus to you even before they develop symptoms. According to scientists, virus shedding may happen 3 to 4 days prior to setting in of symptoms. If such people can be tracked, traced and isolated, the spread of the virus can be arrested to a great extent. However, the greatest danger is from symptomatic patients. But since such patients are already in isolation, you are in a better position to keep yourself safe.
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When one thinks of great car rivalries, it's usually two high-powered muscle cars going toe-to-toe on a drag strip. Yet drivers who have kids and gear to lug around simply can't justify a two-seater anymore. Fortunately, technological advancements have made minivans almost as powerful as the pony cars that tear up the track on race day.
If drivers are willing to pay for it, it's possible to deck out a minivan with enough performance upgrades to satisfy those with a need for speed. Edmunds Inside Line, a website normally known for debating the finer points of sports cars and sleek sedans, recently took two perennial van favorites and put them to the test.
Both the Honda Odyssey and Toyota Sienna have undergone facelifts for the 2011 model year, and families will have plenty of options when it comes to the vehicles. Edmunds opted to trick both cars out as much as possible, opting for the $45,000 Odyssey Touring Elite edition on the Honda and the Sienna's $40,000 XLE.
The Sienna might have the price advantage, but the news source ultimately determined that the Odyssey was a better value for families who wanted a true luxury experience. The Odyssey came with several substantial technological upgrades – including a blind-spot monitoring system, massive hard drive for holding music and movies, surround sound and a refrigerated storage unit – that drivers can't get on the Sienna no matter how much they're willing to pay. The news source did point out that budget shoppers might prefer the Sienna, as it had the option of a four-wheel engine with all-wheel-drive for a lower price that also gets better fuel economy than its more powerful counterparts.
The cheaper Sienna beat the Odyssey in 0-60, braking time and ride smoothness, but the news source concluded that it simply wasn't as fun to drive and didn't handle as well as the Odyssey. For drivers who want to inject a few thrills into their weekly shopping trip, the Odyssey's suspension can handle whatever a driver can throw at it. By contrast, the Sienna is probably better for those more concerned with making sure their kids stay sleeping.
Overall, the news source concluded that both cars were excellent choices and neither disappointed, but they ultimately do different things. With all the bells and whistles, the Odyssey is essentially a luxury sedan in minivan form. Meanwhile, the Sienna is tops in simply providing an affordable A-to-B ride.
Minivan prices have skyrocketed in recent years, as extra features like DVD players and refrigerated storage units ensure that every creature comfort is taken care of. Drivers interested in a more affordable vehicle may want to shop the used car market, as they'll be certain to find used Honda Odysseys and Toyota Siennas from years ago that give them just as much bang for their buck.
GM and Nissan may have been the first out of the gate with their electric vehicles, the Chevy Volt and Nissan Leaf, but other automakers are planning to launch their own electric vehicles in the near future.
Honda recently announced that it will debut an electric vehicle concept car at the upcoming Los Angeles Auto Show, taking place from November 19th to November 28th. The company has publicly stated that it believes electric vehicles are a stopover technology on the way toward hydrogen-powered vehicles, but has also said it plans to put out an EV by 2012. Whether this concept will eventually become that model or if this is a separate project entirely is unknown.
The Japanese automaker will also be bringing a new gas-electric powertrain for hybrid vehicles. The system is expected to be used for larger hybrids, but Honda spokespeople were tight-lipped on details.
LA Auto Show organizers told AutoWeek that the show is currently slated to have close to 20 global first-time reveals. It will be the first time that Honda will debut a car at the show.
Drivers interested in a green vehicle may want to search the used car market for a hybrid, as they'll be able to save on the lot as well as at the pump.
Japanese automaker Nissan is recalling more than 2.14 million vehicles worldwide due to an issue that could lead to engine failure and stalling.
The notice affects used Nissans, mainly SUVs, from 2003 through 2006. The 762,000 vehicles recalled in North America include Pathfinders and Xterras from '03-'06, Armadas, Titans and Infiniti Q56s from '04-'06 and Frontiers from '05-'06.
The issue centers around the electric relay, which supplies power to the engine control module when the car is started. Over time, this relay can build up a silicon vapor. If that vapor becomes oxidized, the engine can stall and fail.
Drivers who bring their vehicle in as part of the recall, the third-largest ever for Nissan, will have a new electric relay installed. The process takes about half-an-hour.
Nissan says that no accidents, injuries or fatalities have been reported due to the problem. The flaw also applies to 835,000 cars in Japan and 354,000 in Europe.
If a driver is considering buying a used Nissan or any other used car, they should ensure that the dealer has made the necessary repairs to the vehicle.
Every used car is unique, but some are a little more special than others.
Case in point: The Aston Martin DB5 used in the 1965 James Bond film "Thunderball." The classic DB5 would likely fetch a high price at a used auto auction, but this car comes with a few classic Bond gadgets that make it the ultimate collector's item.
Two machine guns on the front actually fire blanks, sure to intimidate anyone on the road. Some of the car's other features include a revolving license plate, bullet shield, nail spreader, tire shredders and radar navigation that puts modern GPS to shame. There's even an ejector seat (that doesn't work).
American radio station magnate Jerry Lee has owned the car since 1969, when he bought it straight from the Aston Martin factory for $12,000. Now, it's expected to fetch $5-$7 million dollars at auction.
A 1998 Jaguar XKR modified for "Die Another Day" is expected to go for substantially less.
Drivers don't have to be millionaires to afford a luxury used vehicle. In fact, buying used can be a great way for buyers to get a good deal on a luxury brand like BMW or Mercedes.
With the winter season coming soon, drivers will be swapping their year-round tires for winter tires (also known as snow tires, though modern tires are designed for a range of wintry conditions). Some drivers like to change to winter rubber every year, while others have never felt it necessary.
Winter tires are especially important for used car drivers, who might be driving a vehicle without modern safety features like anti-lock brakes or electronic stability control. According to Edmunds' Inside Line, even new car drivers should consider making the winter tire switch. Brakes and stability systems will certainly help the car handle better, but its ultimately useless if a tire loses grip on the road – which can become very dangerous in icy conditions.
Even for those who don't live in areas that typically see a lot of snow or ice, purchasing a season-specific tire can be a smart idea. That's because the issue at the heart of tire performance is heat. A softer tire conforms to the road and achieves much better grip and traction. In colder temperatures, below 45 degrees, the compounds that many all-season tires are made out of will become harder. Think of it as the difference between driving on rigid, near-stone solid wheels and softer rubber ones. Winter tires are made with a rubber that retains its elasticity even at low temperatures.
"This leads directly to reduced grip on the road and a much-reduced overall performance – mileage, braking distances, cornering, handling, etc. – ranging from 20-25 percent," said Joerg Burfien director of research and development for Continental Tire.
Skeptics might point out that Burfien works for a tire company. That's why Edmunds independently tested a number of wheels last year in icy conditions on a used Honda Civic Si. All-season tires had an extended braking distance of 16 to 18 percent and a slowed acceleration of 24 percent. Tires made strictly for warm weather were almost dangerous – a 120 percent longer stopping time and 257 percent slower acceleration.
Once drivers have settled upon making the switch, they'll find a long list of options with plenty of features designed to keep them safe in winter weather. Drivers should keep in mind that studded tires are banned in many states and towns. Those planning to buy a new car should ensure that they don't purchase one that's not street-legal.
Toyota, once known for making quality vehicles, has struggled with its image this year following a rash of recalls. In fact, the issues surrounding numerous vehicles' troubles with unintended acceleration were so damaging that the non-profit Consumer Reports removed its recommendation for nearly all Toyota vehicles.
The automaker got a double dose of good news today when Consumer Reports announced two movements on the automotive front. First, the organization decided to reissue its recommended status for eight Toyota vehicles, including the Camry, Corolla, Avalon, RAV4, Sequoia, Tundra, Highlander and Matrix.
The non-profit wrote on its website: "We believe that Toyota has adequately addressed the problem of unintended acceleration and that its new vehicles on sale now are fundamentally safe." It went on to state that the problem had been fixed in all new vehicles and the vast majority of used Toyotas. However, it still recommended that a driver interested in shopping for a used car check with the dealer to ensure that the recall-related maintenance has been performed.
The other good news was that the issues didn't appear to affect their standing among consumers in terms of reliability. The company released its annual Car Reliability Survey, which polls drivers on issues with their cars, and Toyota, along with Japanese rival Honda, remained on top.
The survey is a good resource for those considering buying a used car, as they detail the real-life experience with a car over time rather than a simple review that details performance characteristics.
The overall top brand was Scion, Toyota's youth-oriented brand. The nameplate obviously benefited by having a small sample size of just a few vehicles, but the main Toyota brand's sixth-place finish showed that the Japanese automaker is still ahead of most rivals. In fact, Toyota cars took home the top honors in several categories, including the Yaris for small cars, Tundra for full-sized pickup and Lexus LX for luxury SUV.
Honda posted a strong showing as well, with both the main brand and luxury Acura nameplate among the top four models. The Honda CR-V and Acura RDX were singled out as especially reliable compact crossovers.
Domestically, Ford and GM both made significant improvements to their vehicle lines. GM was able to successfully rid itself of poorly performing brands like Pontiac and Hummer, increasing its overall score, while Ford now has 90 percent of its entire lineup with scores of average reliability or better.
"There's a difference between actually having problems and having your car recalled," Jake Fisher, senior automotive engineer at Consumer Reports' vehicle test center, told Bloomberg. "While the recalls were widespread, the actual problems people were having associated with those recalls were much smaller."
Toyotas have long been a favorite among those shopping used cars, as the models are known for their longevity. Although the recalls were surely a stumbling block, drivers who buy a used Toyota now may be able to get a great deal because of the recent damage to the company's reputation.
One of the advantages of waiting to buy a used car rather than immediately buying a new car as soon as it hits the market is the benefit of time and hindsight. If everybody knew how cars would be received and perform over time, it's unlikely that many of the weaker models would sell very well when stacked up against cars at a similar price point.
Drivers who are shopping for a used car may want to look at the models typically considered to be among the best in any given year, for example. Every year, automotive writers across the country vote on what they believe to be the North American Car and Truck of the year. Looking at these lists can give buyers a sense of which vehicles are generally accepted to be a cut above the rest.
This year looks to be as contentious as ever as multiple brands compete for the top awards. The Detroit Free Press recently looked at some of the top vehicles that made the shortlist this year. These 27 cars and trucks will eventually be narrowed down to 3 in each class on December 16th, with the overall winner revealed on January 10th at the North American International Auto Show.
Two vehicles that were unsurprisingly included on the list were the Chevy Volt and Nissan Leaf. Though both models have yet to be fully released, they each have a strong chance to win based on their heavily-hyped game-changer status alone. General Motors has been heavily pushing the Chevy Volt as a fuel-efficient compromise for many Americans, while Nissan took a risk by going fully electric straight out of the gate. It remains to be seen how these cars will do when they hit the market, but either makes a strong case for Car of the Year.
Hyundai pulled no punches with its redesigned Sonata, taking aim at the typically-dominant mid-size sedans like the Toyota Camry and Honda Civic. By all accounts, the South Korean automaker pulled it off, delivering a stylish yet affordable sedan that is helping Hyundai shed its "budget" image.
Small cars have gotten a big boost thanks to the flailing economy, and the Ford Fiesta, Nissan Juke and Chevy Cruze all made waves this year, earning places on the short list. The Fiesta changed the auto industry's approaching marketing, as the vehicle's brisk sales proved that Ford's social media strategy was a winner. The Juke has turned heads as a compact crossover with some aggressive styling. The news source said that the Cruze could possibly be "Chevy's best small car ever and GM's best-selling car," no small feat for a brand with such a long history.
In the truck segment, there was a bit of a surprise as no pickups made the list. New looks for old favorites like the Jeep Grand Cherokee, Ford Explorer and Honda Odyssey may be tough to beat, but it might be the innovators, like the Infiniti QX56 and Ford Edge, that end up taking home top honors.
Over the years, car brands become known for certain traits. Volvos have a reputation for safety, BMWs and Mercedes are refined, while Ford has always had powerful trucks and muscle cars. Yet as the auto industry changes, brands are looking to shake up consumer's perceptions as well.
Car and Driver recently examined some of the top cars set to debut in the next few years that may alter drivers' perceptions of a brand's reputation. At the same time, the news source also mentioned a few of the older vehicles, which can now be found on the used market, that were similar game-changers for their company.
One of the cars chosen was the new Hyundai Equus, as the South Korean automaker typically known for more affordable automobiles is looking to jump into the luxury market. With a $58,000 price tag, Apple iPad owners manual and valet maintenance service included, the brand just might have hit on the small details that many luxury drivers are willing to pay extra for.
The news source says that Hyundai is looking to avoid the pitfalls of the Volkswagen Phaeton, the automaker's attempt at a luxury model. This $70,000 extra-roomy car was a catastrophe in the U.S., although Volkswagen successfully sold the car in Europe, where its still popular. Instead, Hyundai is hoping that the new Equus will go the way of the Lexus LS400. This classic car was Toyota's first attempt at a luxury vehicle and it succeeded beyond the company's wildest expectations, eventually launching an entire brand that is still the most popular luxury nameplate in the U.S. today.
Speaking of Lexus, the luxury brand is looking to go even more upscale with the introduction of its $375,000 supercar, the Lexus LFA. Lexus' cars are typically known for their smooth ride rather than their race-day chops, but the LFA is looking to change that. The car is a substantial upgrade for anything the automaker has offered before, including the IS F, which was previously the fastest Lexus.
Mercedes took a similar strategy with the SLR McClaren, but the news source says the car was too conservative and not enough of an upgrade over the existing vehicles in the lineup. One car that Lexus might be hoping to emulate is the Ford GT. Ford had never made a supercar, but the GT sold like hotcakes and Ford still produces plenty of them today.
Buick is looking to change its reputation as an "old-man car" with the new Regal GS. The new offering from GM features a turbocharged engine, manual transmission and all-wheel drive, making it a performance-focused machine that Buick is not typically known for. GM could be hoping to duplicate the recent success it has had with the second-generation Cadillac CTS, which continues to be a bonafide smash hit for the company.
Innovation is great, but ultimately a good car is a good car. That's why so many of these classic vehicles succeeded. Drivers in the market for a vehicle may want to wait and try out one of these "game-changers" when they hit showrooms, but they should keep in mind that they can likely find the critically-acclaimed cars of yesteryear on the used car market for a substantially lower price.
Buying a used car offers several advantages over buying new, most of which have to do with price. In fact, many drivers are finding that hanging onto an older car and fixing it up is a more affordable option than purchasing a brand new one.
According to the Detroit Free Press, the auto parts industry is booming as drivers looking to cut costs are opting to repair their used vehicles rather than head over to the dealership and put down the money for a new car. Stock shares for the major auto companies, including Advance Auto Parts, Auto Zone and O'Reilly Automotive are all at or near 52-week highs.
"People who are not buying new cars are hanging on to their old cars and repairing them," Michael Odell, CEO of the Pep Boys chain, told the news source. Pep Boys has over 600 shops nationwide, but is taking advantage of the good business by adding 35 additional stores.
The surge in people hanging on to older vehicles is due to a number of factors, one of which is simply sheer numbers. Colin McGranahan of Bernstein Research speculated that in the early part of the decade, the industry was selling more than 16 million cars per year. In the recession-crippled era, that number is down to about 10 million cars per year. Simply put, there are more used cars available than new ones.
The current economic situation is contributing to other factors affecting the surge in business. Drivers still aren't keen on making a new vehicle purchase, and they may have even seen the dealership where they originally bought the vehicle close down. That means they're most likely taking the car to an independent mechanic, who relies on an auto part supply chain. McGranahan also said that others might be performing maintenance and repairs themselves in order to save money, which is also driving parts sales.
In addition, technology has advanced to the point that cars are lasting longer than they ever have before.
"People have realized their cars will last longer than five years," Judd Nystrom, senior vice president of Advance Auto Parts, told the news source.
Drivers might want to take advantage of longer-lasting vehicles by making their next purchase at a used car dealership. If a potential buyer is worried about maintenance, they may want to look into the certified pre-owned programs that most major brands maintain. These plans allow drivers to purchase a used car with a limited warranty backed by the manufacturer.
The maintenance issues continue for Toyota, which announced today that it will recall 1.53 million vehicles worldwide. Although the company claims to be employing new safety checks and focusing on restoring the brand's reputation for reliability, the automaker has continued to issue massive recalls this year for multiple vehicles.
The latest recall includes 740,000 used cars in the U.S., and doesn't affect any of the brand's new vehicles. The models in question include Avalons made between 2005 and 2006, Toyota Highlanders and Lexus RX330s from 2004 to 2006 and Lexus GS 300s, IS 250s and IS 350s from 2006.
Toyota says that the brake fluid used during maintenance can cause a small crack in the vehicle's master cylinder, leading to a "gradual decline" in stopping power. The issue will cause the brake warning light to come on. The automaker called the recall "voluntary," but the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has pressured automakers to issue recalls for even minor problems in recent months.
The recall also includes nearly 600,000 vehicles overseas, mainly in Europe and Japan. Those vehicles have an additional problem with the electrical wiring related to the fuel pumps, which could potentially cause an engine stall.
Toyota has recalled over 10 million vehicles in the past year.
With the worldwide push to go green, automakers across the globe have been wracking their brains trying to discover a new way to bolster vehicle performance while also improving fuel efficiency. To this end, a number of automakers have begun utilizing new engine oil in their automobile both to add more MPG to the cars and provide better protection from engine wear.
General Motors has introduced a new oil graded as Dexos 1 that it claims will help protect an engine from damages that could potentially void a powertrain warranty, while their Detroit rivals Chrysler and Ford Motors have enacted similar plots by utilizing SN and GF-5 graded oils respectively.
"GF-5 and Dexos1 oils have a more robust formulation that should give you better contributions to fuel economy, cleanliness and fuel emissions," Mark Ferner, the manager of the lubricants technology group at Shell, told AutoWeek.
Of course, switching to new oils can also help improve the performance of used cars as well, and can be an important part of maintenance for vehicles that have spent more time on the road.
Hyundai is typically known as a manufacturer specializing in low-priced vehicles, but it appears that the company is taking a new direction as of late as it expands into the luxury market and leaves the more affordable options to its Kia sub-brand.
A prime example of that new strategy is the recently-announced price for the company's next luxury vehicle, the 2011 Equus. The new Equus will start at $58,000, with an "Ultimate" edition priced at $64,500. That's a full $25,000 more than the company's previous luxury offering, the $33,000 Genesis.
"We're confident that smart luxury buyers will discover that Equus competes well with similar flagship products from Mercedes-Benz, BMW, Audi and Lexus," said John Krafcik, Hyundai Motor America president and CEO.
Hyundai is offering a number of bells and whistles with the car, including an Apple iPad pre-loaded with the full owners manual for all buyers. The company is also offering valet service for vehicle maintenance, meaning the dealership will send a representative to pick up the car and provide drivers with a replacement Equus or Genesis while it is being serviced. In addition, the car is backed by a 5-year, 60,000-mile warranty.
Buyers looking at luxury vehicles may want to consider the Equus, but might want to wait until the model hits the used car market and can be found at a discount.
There's no doubt that driving a high-end luxury car like a Mercedes attracts attention, but drivers should determine if they attract the right kind of attention before they purchase a new or used car.
According to a recent study by Verisk Analytics, a San Francisco-based firm that assists insurance companies in policy decisions, drivers in some types of vehicles are far more likely to receive a ticket than others.
The "winner" was the Mercedes SL-Class Convertible, a sleek two-seater coupe that retails for more than $100,000. It was no surprise to find a flashy sports car at the top of the list, with the study revealing that the car was four times more likely to attract a ticket. The type of driver buying an SL-Class isn't likely to worry about a minor traffic violation, but what was more surprising was some of the other entries on the list.
In second place, at 3.5 times more likely to be cited than the average vehicle, was the Toyota Camry Solara, a decidedly less stylish and eye-catching vehicle. That raised the question of whether it was the car or the driver who determines the number of violations. The average age for the SL-Class driver was listed as 53, while the Camry Solara's was 50. At third on the list, the Scion tC, part of Toyota's youth-oriented brand, skewed much younger with an average age of 30. The Scion xB, an aggressively-styled box-like vehicle, also made the list as the fifth most likely.
"These findings and the corresponding trends they reveal are very interesting," said Bob U'Ren, senior vice president of Quality Planning. "Besides the sociological aspect of 'who drives what,' the manner in which private passenger cars and trucks are driven has a meaningful bearing on how much individuals and families pay for auto insurance."
The study also looked at which cars were least likely to attract a ticket. The car with the oldest average driver, the Buick Rainier SUV, was also the least likely to be pulled over, at 23 percent of the average of vehicle. GM had several other cars on the list, like the Chevy 3500 pickup, Uplander minivan and Buick Lacrosse. There were also several models that can now only be found on the used car market, like the Pontiac Vibe and Oldsmobile Silhouette. In general, larger cars attracted less tickets, with eight out of the top ten spots filled by an SUV, pickup truck or minivan.
Drivers in the market for a new or used vehicle may want to keep these statistics in mind in order to determine exactly what type of attention they'll be drawing with their purchase.
The F-150 has been a top seller for Ford over its lifetime, at times even being the most popular vehicle in the country. And while the truck is currently the best-selling pickup truck in the U.S., that doesn't mean that the automaker thinks there aren't improvements that could be made.
Ford has announced that the 2011 F-150 will come with two new engine option for drivers who don't need all the power that a V-8 provides. The 3.7-liter V6 will be the new base engine for the truck, and Ford says that preliminary tests have revealed the truck gets 23 mpg on the highway and 16 in the city. The automaker also plans to introduce a slightly more expensive 3.5-liter EcoBoost V6, which will increase fuel efficiency even further.
The new V6 engines are somewhat risky for Ford, as those who buy full-size trucks typically opt for high powered V8s. While Ford will still offer those engines on the F-150, it will offer one less V8 and heavily market the V6.
"Fuel economy is the number one unmet need in the segment," Doug Scott, Ford's truck marketing manager, told the Detroit Free Press. "You are talking about a 20 percent fuel economy improvement, and at the same time we are giving them better performance."
Buyers looking for a used Ford F-150 will have no shortage of options, as the truck is consistently popular among drivers.
The 2011 BMW Z4 coupe/convertible recently hit dealerships, and those looking for a performance-oriented model that also boasts some luxury features may find it to be a nice choice.
According to the Associated Press, the 335 horsepower contained in the Z4 sDrive35is' V6 engine is the most of any non-V8 convertibles on the market. Boasting a 0-60 time of 4.7 seconds, drivers with a need for speed will likely fall in love with the Z4 sDrive35is. The car is also available with a 255-horsepower six-cylinder for a slightly reduced price.
With a retractable hardtop and eye-catching styling, the Z4 is a luxurious vehicle. The news source points out that it's not a very fuel-efficient one, however, getting 24 miles per gallon on the highway and 17 in the city, putting it below some SUVs. Most drivers likely won't care when they're tearing up the open road with the top down.
All those horses under the hood are nice, but economic drivers may want to wait for the new Z4 to hit the used car market, as buying pre-owned will likely shave off a substantial portion of the $52,000 automobile.
One of the advantages of buying a used car is that it often allows the driver a little wiggle room in terms of negotiating. Drivers can attempt to haggle over a new vehicle, but most of the time those prices are dictated by the automaker. But when shopping used, buyers with some negotiating skills can often get themselves a great deal.
ABC News recently teamed up with Philip Reed, the senior consumer advice editor for Edmunds.com in order to learn some top negotiation strategies. The auto website buys quite a few cars for research and testing purposes, and Reed is usually the one doing the purchasing. Reed has also seen both sides of the negotiating table, even working as a car salesman as part of an undercover experiment.
The website was in the market for a used Honda Odyssey EXL from 2007. They gave Reed a budget of $25,000 and wishes for a low mileage, well-maintained vehicle with a sunroof for easier photographing. Reed allowed the news source to tag along as he went to several dealerships in an effort to snag the best price.
Many buyers assume that the negotiation process doesn't start until drivers are brought into an office and start going over paperwork. But according to the news source, the first number talked about is often the most important. A good salesman will try to get the buyer to name their price first. That way, they can work from there and hopefully raise the eventual price of the vehicle. But if the buyer gets the dealership to name the price first, they can work down from there.
A good strategy to compliment this is to use a pricing guide. A buyer should go in with a price in mind, but resist revealing it to the salesperson. It's easier to slowly work a salesperson down from their price than get them to stick to the buyer's.
Another tactic is to make sure to always leave the dealership. Even if it seems like a great deal, leaving the dealership and shopping some other car lots can't hurt. In fact, it can be beneficial to quote another dealer's price in order to get another to come down in price.
Using these and other tactics, Reed was able to negotiate the price of the used Honda down from $25,000 to $21,500 – a savings of $3,500. With a little research, drivers can do the same and get a great deal on a used car today.
Google has revealed that it is testing technology that would allow vehicles to drive themselves using advanced artificial intelligence that mimics the decisions drivers make on a daily basis.
The company is currently testing the new technology around California, using modified Toyota Priuses and one Audi TT. High-powered cameras, similar to those that Google uses for its "Street View" service, are mounted on top of the vehicle in order to detect the situation around the driver. That information is then fed to the vehicle, so that the car can stop, steer and navigate all on its own. According to the company, the technology already makes better decisions than human drivers.
Google says the technology is still years away, but hopes that one day the system will be reliable enough to save lives and cut down on the 1.2 million killed every year on the roads.
"We believe our technology has the potential to cut that number, perhaps by as much as half," project lead engineer Sebastian Thrun wrote on the official Google Blog.
The current vehicles use GPS technology to map a route in advance, but can adapt to situations based on sensors detecting the vehicles and obstacles around it. In limited testing, the team uses a driver who has full control of the vehicle and can take over at any time in case of an emergency. Thus far, the group has only had one accident – when they were rear-ended at a stoplight.
Drivers interested in a Prius or any other vehicle may want to search on the used car market in order to get a better deal.
Mercedes-Benz is recalling approximately 85,000 of its 2010 and 2011 C- and E-Class models in the U.S. due to an issue with power steering fluid.
According to an update on the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's website, the recall affects newer models of the vehicles, specifically from 2010 and 2011. The E-Class coupe and cabriolet are also included.
Mercedes says that a loss of power steering fluid could make the vehicles difficult to control in a situation where maximum steering assist is required, such as maneuvering a parking lot. The automaker will make a minor adjustment that should fix the problem for owners.
According to USA Today, a number of vehicles have had issues with power steering lately. BMW ordered recalls of its Z4 and Mini Cooper, GM struggled with steering on its Cobalt and Pontiac G5, Toyota had trouble with the Corolla and most recently, Hyundai has recalled its new Sonata.
The news source speculated that the switch from mechanical power steering to electronic power steering (EPS) may be a factor in the issues. EPS offers a slight advantage in fuel efficiency, making it a popular choice for newer vehicles.
Analyst Jesse Toprak of TrueCar told the news provider that "we have an overwhelming number of steering cases this year." The NHTSA has reported an uptick in EPS-related problems, but it's unclear if the flaw is with the systems or because they are simply more common.
Drivers may wish to avoid newer models with the issue and stick to used cars until the trouble is sorted out.


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madonna, lover & son
y mother was a heterosexual yet I am a lesbian. My motherís sexual-orientation did not determine my sexuality. So why do people question whether lesbian mothers can rear children? Obviously, the answer is bigotry and ignorance, thinking that gay life is immoral.
Custody suits against gay families often attack the affections between same-gender partners as a justification for taking children out of a gay or lesbian home. No loving mother I know would allow her child to witness the sexual activity of herself with her mate, male or female. The same goes for loving fathers.
Affection is a good thing, both seeing it and experiencing it, for affection shows a child that we humans can be tender and touching. In a world filled with violent scenes, how can affectionate hugs and kisses between loving partners be so incredible vile? I witnessed plenty of hugs and kisses between men and women as a child, yet seeing this did not drive me into becoming a wanton, promiscuous heterosexual! How illogical and totally absurd!
My motivation for Madonna, Lover and Son was prompted by a very simple yet powerful truth. Where there is love, there is God..
Is there scriptural basis to support the sanctity of gay and lesbian families? In her book, Our Tribe, Rev. Nancy Wilson offers us this incredible insight:
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Typography and calligraphy are useful in trying to portray particular messages about style, era etc. I'll have to be careful which typefaces I use and how I display them
reminds me of when i watched the village and in the beginning there were trees just like this
STITCH is a typeface I designed based on simple, elementary-style characters with a touch of an embroidered feel. I hope you enjoy.
SIgns? Painted backdrop? I "love" this inspiration. ;)


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