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OPEN and Countesswells Development Ltd. won the first Green Infrastructure Development of the Year Award Sponsored by NatureScot in the Scottish Home Awards 2020. The award recognises the efforts of a private developer or housing association to deliver multifunctional green and blue infrastructure as part of a nature rich, high quality housing development.
Countesswells, a new community to the west of Aberdeen, has been planned as a new place drawing inspiration from Scottish historic planned communities and envisaged as a sustainable new community built around new blue and green landscape spaces. In total, it will encompass 3000 homes and 10 hectares of employment land and is currently being delivered by Countesswells Development Ltd (CDL) who are the overall master developer, with a number of other housebuilders also on-site delivering a diverse mix of housing. The development will transform what is essentially a relatively inert and mundane tract of low-grade agricultural land with limited biodiversity into a new settlement which uses new landscape spaces and high quality and biodiverse blue and green infrastructure to structure the place and connect to woodland resources around the site. The development concept for has been to establish a community and this is not just about creating a new residential area – the plan aims to create a place and to properly create a community it needs more than just houses; the plan encompasses schools, shops, employment areas, open usable areas, gathering places. Good quality greenspace, like that which is planned for Countesswells, has massive benefits; environmental, social and economic. These benefits were forefront when Countesswells was planned.
The site is 100 hectares with a third as open space and there are planned to be four main parks in the site. At the heart of the community is Central Park, which covers 2.5 hectares. This space has been sized and planned to make it perfect for community gatherings as it is big enough to hold gala days, games and other community activities. The largest of the four parks is the Cults Burn Park at 11 hectares which is centred on the re-alignment of existing drainage ditches which have been opened up up to create an ecological park running north to south encouraging nature into the site.
All four of the parks at Countesswells are connected with footpaths creating a green network through the community, and join with the existing Countesswells and Hazlehead woods which are situated on either side of the site. The parks feature play equipment, areas for natural play, footpaths, burns and ecological areas. Carefully designed public spaces have been scientifically proven to improve people’s health. The community spaces encourage recreation and play, encouraging the community to meet and socialise. Public space is central to the community and spaces have been created to respond to this. This encourages people to meet, be part of the community and be proud of where they live.
The creation of the initial part of Cults Burn Park was made in advance of residents moving into Countesswells and so they were able to not feel the benefit of the greenspace from the very beginning, but understand the importance places on such spaces by the developer. This will continue as the community grows with green and blue infrastructure being at the core of each phase as Countesswells takes shape.
Reflecting the local landscape setting and integrating with green and blue networks in adjacent areas
In general, the existing site itself did not have a particularly strong landscape character, given that it was low-grade agricultural fields with limited existing features. The challenge was therefore to identify those limited existing high-quality elements within the site and ensure they were incorporated into the green and blue networks. In this way, they helped inform the designs and become character generators themselves for the new public spaces, reinforcing a local landscape character. An example is the mature avenue of trees which run along Countesswells Avenue: these beautiful veteran trees have been incorporated into the masterplan through the proposals to transform the existing road into a vehicle-free route suitable for pedestrians, cyclists and equestrian users with the existing trees accommodated in corresponding public open space. Another example is the walled community orchard which was constructed from stone reclaimed from some of the existing structures on the site. The use of characteristic Aberdeen granite and native trees reflects the local landscape setting and is nestled by the watercourse corridor to provide a resource and focus for the residents.
The landscape setting immediately out with the site was of much more significance, given the proximity of the ancient woodlands of Countesswells and Hazlehead woods to the site boundary. Both these resources are linked across the site by a new park which creates new connections for people and nature. Also lying off-site but of considerable importance is the River Dee, one of the most protected rivers in Europe which falls within a Special Area of Conservation (SAC), a strictly protected site designated under the EC Habitats Directive. As Countesswells sits within the watershed, this designation added a further element of complexity to the design of the green and blue infrastructure. The scheme had to be very specifically focused on ensuring that downstream sensitivities are not impacted by the inevitable scale of construction and this has meant a particular focus on site drainage. The existing watercourses and agricultural drainage ditches which currently thread through the site are opened up to create naturalised watercourses, with a whole range of cross-sections and meanders, gravel beach areas of raised terraces, marginal aquatics and bio-diverse planting.
Out with the common areas of estate under the direct control of CDL, a suite of specific design guidance documentation is in place for residential areas and other open spaces which establish a distinct local identity in order to secures its position within the area. Other developer building within Countesswells are required to adhere to this documentation which was progressed in a collaborative fashion with Aberdeen City Council who share with CDL the highest quality aspirations for the development. The high standards demanded across the site is evident in the construction of the first phase parkland areas which create a truly specific place.
Green and blue infrastructure delivering functions such as surface water management and climate resilience, habitats for wildlife, outdoor play and learning and opportunities to connect people and nature.
In order to deal with and treat the surface water that will inevitably be altered by the introduction of new urban surfaces, a Sustainable Urban Drainage System (SUDS) has been designed to collect, hold and treat water then release it back to the watercourses at the same or lesser rate than the current situation. The SUDS at Countesswells has been designed as more than simply functional grass basins which fill with water during storm events. In day-to-day conditions, they form useable open space whilst also hosting a bio-diverse range of native species within various ground conditions and earth forms. The design team worked in a truly collaborative way to balance ecology, landscape architecture and engineering issues to produce an innovative approach which met the needs and aspirations of both SEPA and Scottish Water and accommodates larger rainfall return events, up to the 200 year plus climate change event, within the basins.
Designed as a two stage SUDS facility, the linked basins are intended to provide a minimum of two levels of surface water treatment for run-off. The SUDS mimic the natural drainage of the catchment and mitigates many of the adverse effects of surface water run-off from urban development on the environment by:
- Managing and restricting run-off rates to reduce the risk of downstream flooding;
- Encouraging natural groundwater recharge (where appropriate);
- Reducing pollutant concentrations in the run-off and acting as protection to the receiving waters;
- Contributing to the enhanced amenity and aesthetic value of developed areas; and
- Providing habitats for wildlife in urban areas and opportunities for biodiversity enhancement.
This new resilient water system forms the spine for Cults Burn Park which runs through the settlement and links up with existing and proposed landscape elements. As the first part of stage of park construction, a community orchard, 600 trees, 25,000 plants, 34 species of wildflower, all native species, have been planted in what was previously a mono-culture of agricultural grassland.
The environmental aspect is a fundamental element in the planned approach to Countesswells such that it sits within an attractive usable landscape area of significant combined size, rather relying on the surroundings and simply adding incidental open spaces.
On top of technical and ecological functions, the movement of people is critical and a network of paths run through the park for walkers, runners, cyclists and horse-riders ensuring that it is activated and becomes a focus for the new community. Core paths which are well used by the local people are now part of much wider-scale public open space which connects previously inaccessible areas and links new and existing communities together.


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Traders will always argue which type of trading is better – trading Forex or binary options. Every person, engaged in trading either way, knows that they both have certain advantages and disadvantages. If you have not taken a closer look at the specifics of Forex trading and binary options trading, then you are probably not aware of the major differences between these two types of trading. Let us point out several differences.
Both Forex and binary options trading involve risk. However, if we take a closer look at both types of trading, we may draw the conclusion that binary options trading is a bit less risky due to the fact, that you know how much you are going to earn or lose before you place the trade. This is a huge advantage over Forex trading. This way you have better control over your money.
Another considerable advantage of trading binary options over Forex is that you will not be that dependent on leverage. Every Forex trader knows that he/she must take advantage of the leverage offered by his/her broker, in order to be able to trade with decent amounts of the asset/s he/she has chosen. Although leveraged trades will bring you a larger profit, they will also multiply your losses in case your trade goes awry. As a result, there is a greater possibility for novice traders to lose their money quicker, while operating in the Forex market.
Trading binary options has another advantage – you have the opportunity to refund a portion of your trades, if you feel that your projections will not turn out to be accurate. However, this option is not offered by all brokers.
Participating in the binary options market is fairly simple, as trading operations lack the complexity of operations in the Forex market. You may need to set several parameters of the trade, but in most cases you will be able to place a trade in just 3-4 simple steps. On the other hand, placing a trade in the Forex market involves setting additional parameters of the trade in order to limit your losses, manage risk levels, etc. The reason why trading binary options is quite easy is that the trader can only choose between two types of orders – Call or Put. In the meantime, Forex traders are faced with a more difficult choice.
In binary trading the amount of money you make will depend on your investment, knowledge, experience and last but not least – on the profit percentages offered by your broker.
In most cases the profit percentage your broker offers will vary between 60%-80%. The percentage entirely depends on the type of options you are trading, because the payout for certain types of options can be up to 300-400%. The fixed payout percentage gives you accurate information on how much money you will make from the trade. This way, as a binary option trader, you can control your money better and quickly calculate how much money you are going to earn, and how much you feel comfortable to lose.
Binary traders are quite active in the market – they often make over 10 deals per day. If you are one of the traders who deal with 60-second binaries, then it is very likely that you will make over 40 trades on a daily basis. In the meantime, Forex traders have to be more careful, while placing trades and, in many cases, they end up placing just 3-4 trades in a single day.
Binary options have quickly gained popularity among retail traders, because they do not require huge investments and are a great way of generating a decent amount of passive income. On the other hand, Forex traders need to invest larger amounts of money, especially if the leverage offered by their broker is lower. Do not forget that leverage is a great way to multiply your profits, but it is also the quickest way to lose all the money you deposited. One should not be tempted by the prospect of making large amounts of money in no time.
Both ways of trading have their pros and cons, so it is up to every trader to determine which one suits best their preferences. Each one of these markets is meant for different types of traders. On one hand, Forex is a dominant market segment at the moment, while trading it is the full-time occupation of millions of people worldwide. On the other hand, binary options are a relatively new trend among Internet users and at the moment there are not so many people, who make a living by trading binaries. But, why not turn binary options trading into a full-time engagement?

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As Greg says, you know the state's plan to privatize the Texas Health and Human Services Commission is way out there when the federal government is publicly questioning its ability to deliver services to those who need them.
Until this week, Texas officials were confidently moving forward with the private call-center plans with no federal approval, conditional or otherwise.
This month the state began shifting an existing call-center contract for the Children's Health Insurance Program to Accenture. In January, Accenture's new call center in Midland will begin processing applications for children's Medicaid.
The major impact of privatized screening will be felt between April and December next year, when officials close 100 eligibility offices, including Houston's Harwin office next summer.
Of the 211 eligibility offices that will remain open, only 167 will be open full time.
"Texas' project entails a major change in the configuration of service delivery that merits special oversight," William Ludwig, regional administrator for the U.S. Agriculture Department, wrote to Hawkins in a letter dated Nov. 7.
Ludwig called for very close federal oversight in the next three months and extra care to make certain the elderly and disabled are not disadvantaged by call centers. If remaining issues can be resolved in the next 30 days, the USDA will approve $23 million in federal administrative dollars for the first three months.
Ludwig stressed, however, that any future federal dollars for administration will depend on "demonstrated success" of initial phases of the call-center project.
"It remains to be seen whether this is going to be a real pilot or whether the state is going to get more money in three months," said Celia Hagert, an analyst at the Center for Public Policy Priorities in Austin.


Eurotech (Columbia, MD) has announced the next generation of modules in the Catalyst series of embedded computers. The Catalyst BT Computer on Module (CoM), based on the Intel Atom E3800 series, will satisfy customers looking for industrial grade quad-, dual- or single-core performance with enhanced network and video capabilities while maintaining very low power consumption. Designed for intelligent Internet of Things devices, the Catalyst BT delivers the next generation of high performance computer and graphic performance in Eurotech’s familiar 67×100 mm CoM form factor, and features:
- Support of CPU speeds up to 1.91GHz.
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- An extended temperature range of -40 to +85oC.
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Location: Leiden, Netherlands
Population: 344,299 (metropolitan area)
Duration: 2017 – ongoing
Sector: District energy
Funding sources: Private
City networks: N/A
Savings: carbon dioxide (CO2) reductions every year.
Solutions: Implement a District heating system, including a 43 km transmission pipeline, to deliver heating to the greater Leiden area and the nearby Heineken brewery.
Multiple benefits: Due to the use of industrial residual heat, less use will be made of natural gas in the Leiden region in the future. That means a significant CO2 reduction every year (source).
Objective – Warmtelevering Leidse Regio (WLR) is a project that involves the transmission of industrial residual heat from Rotterdam to the larger Leiden area.
Solutions – The WLR project collaborates between the Warmtebedrifj Rotterdam heating firm and the energy company Noun. This is a significant step toward a sustainable and future-proof heat supply in Leiden, as well as a significant infrastructure for heat transport in the province of South Holland, as the South Holland Heat Alliance envisions (source).
Approximately 13,000 households and 200 businesses might be provided with sustainable heating by supplying the wider Leiden area with industrial residual heating from the port of Rotterdam. The project includes a significant transmission line, consisting of a 43-kilometre pipeline that distributes heat from the port to the town and back.
A pumping station powered by electricity transports the high-temperature residual heat from Rotterdam’s port. The heat is delivered to Leiden’s heating centrals, where it is distributed to the city’s existing district heating system. The return flow still has a large energy potential which is harvested at the Heineken brewery. The low-temperature heat from the return flow creates hot steam for the brewing process. This is accomplished with a heat pump that is powered by electricity. The cooled water is returned to the port of Rotterdam, where it is heated in heat exchangers by industrial residual heat. As a result, the system’s total energy efficiency is improved.
Funding – N/A
Warmtebedrijf Rotterdam will install a heat transport pipeline to supply residual heat to Leiden. The company was founded in 2006 on the initiative of the Rotterdam Municipality.
Innovation – 1) The transmission system is one-of-a-kind, spanning across various highways in an already developed urban setting. Furthermore, the brewery is supplied by a buffer tank at the heating centre, and hot water is used for packaging activities; 2) Other municipalities and businesses along the route, such as greenhouse horticulture, will profit from the heat supply in the future. Furthermore, the technology allows for other heat sources such as geothermal energy or biomass (source).
Success factors – A large amount of residual heat is available in the ports of Rotterdam. This is heat that is still primarily ‘thrown away’. This district heating project uses this residual heat, thereby replacing natural gas and thus significantly reducing greenhouse gas emissions (source); 2) Value creation. Warmtebedrijf Rotterdam purchases port heat from companies who have it available, transports it, and sells it to companies that need heat. The port of Rotterdam’s industry is the “supplier” of port heat. Warmtebedrijf Rotterdam adds value by offering port heat a new use in collaboration with this supplier. By providing port heat to Warmtebedrijf Rotterdam, the supplier’s energy efficiency improves: after all, energy efficiency improves (source).
- The transmission system results in immense CO2 – and energy savings, as significant amounts of natural gas can be substituted with already existing residual heating;
- Potential: 13,000 households and 200 companies.
Synergies with local policies:
- Leiden Heat Vision. Leiden wants to be a gas-free city. Leiden strives to keep its future promising and liveable. The plan is to make Leiden gas-free in 33 years. This means heating some 50,000 homes differently, which corresponds to 1500 dwellings per year;
- Energieakkoord Holland Rijnland 2017-2025. By 2050, the regional goal is to be energy-neutral, contributing to national and international climate and energy goals;
- South Holland Heat Alliance. Under the name Heat Alliance South Holland, five parties from South Holland have signed a statement of intent to work together to build a heat network infrastructure. The parties hope to contribute to a low-CO2 energy supply by doing so.
- Climate Act. The Climate Act sets legally binding targets for reducing GHG emissions in the Netherlands. It requires the government to reduce total GHG emissions by 95% from 1990 levels and achieve carbon neutrality in the energy sector by 2050 (source);
- Heat Act. The most recent modifications to the Heat Act stimulate the provision and use of renewable energy by broadening the scope of the original text to make it easier for sustainable heat providers to operate. On January 1, 2020, a favourable tariff arrangement will take effect (source);
- Long term strategy on climate mitigation. This document describes the Netherlands’ current and future policies to enable mitigation efforts in the country, including energy measures (source);
- Integrated National Energy and Climate Plan (NECP) 2021-2030. The NECP outlines the climate and energy policy priorities for the next decade. This agreement provides a set of initiatives that have the active support of all participating parties and will accomplish the political CO2 reduction target of 49% by 2030;
- National Climate Agreement. This document sets the government’s strategy in achieving a 49% reduction in CO2 emissions by 2030 compared to 1990 levels (source);
- Energy Investment Tax Deduction Scheme (WEM). Companies investing in renewable energy and energy-saving equipment benefit directly. The plan allows entrepreneurs to deduct up to EUR113m (USD175m) of energy-saving equipment purchase/production costs from their company’s income in the year of purchase (source);
Sector: District energy
Country / Region: NetherlandsTags: carbon dioxide, emissions, energy sector, energy supply, geothermal energy, pipelines, projects, solid biofuels, targets, water resources
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When asked about the sign, the terminated employee said she had been told to take it down. Just before noon the Times News encountered a man outside the office door with a tax bill in his hand.
Sullivan County trustee closes Kingsport, Bristol offices
He said he came to pay, but the office was already closed. Venable, however, questioned where Ramsey, having given up the current location, would be able to offer service in Kingsport. Venable is chairman of the Budget Committee. Some members of that panel already have asked how much will be cut from the budget due to the closures.
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Harr was appointed by former trustee Frances Harrell, a Democrat.

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Some days I totally appreciate everything that’s happening to me, and some days I feel everyone’s waiting for me to mess up.
The way I see emotions in my head, I kinda compare them to colors, like for me, blue is sad. To me, like um yellow and gold, that’s comfort and warmth. There’s this one color that defines a lot of the emotions that I’ve been writing about lately. Really great emotions like frustrations, anger, jealousy, falling in love, falling out of love, heartbreak. All that good stuff, and you know. Ladies and gentleman, boys and girls, the color that defines the emotions that shape us, that teach us things, Red.

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No visitor to Paris can miss the stylish and modern Hotel de Latour Maubourg which is ideally located just a few steps away from the world-famous Eiffel Tower and the fashionable Champs Élysées. Excellent for all travelers to this lively area of Paris, the refurbished 3-star hotel provides 17 elegantly designed guestrooms, each featuring a lush en-suite bathroom, an LCD television, and Wi-Fi internet access to satisfy your everyday needs. A stay at the Hotel de Latour Maubourg is undoubtedly a modern romp through style and sophistication.
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Very good value for money in Paris, wonderful location.
Small friendly central hotel”
Exceptional staff, nice rooms, centrally located, great value. What more could you ask for?
Small Hotel and Small Room”
This is a small hotel - kind of feel like b&b that they are watching you as in and out! My room was too small. and thru window all to be seen was other apartments. I asked I don't want room service. It was odd that they said it's out policy to do room service!!! I felt they are just noisy and it feels that you are staying at somebody house or apartment, not a hotel. The nice thing about this hotel close to Metro and nice places to eat and the owner decorated the place very tastefully. But that's not enough reasons for me to go back. Rather to say in a bigger hotel and feel I have privacy for $135 per night.
Friendly, conveniently located boutique hotel”
A thoroughly enjoyable stay. We had two large dogs with us (an extra 10 euros each per night) and they made us all very welcome. The room was very attractive in a period Parisian style. The bed was large and extremely comfortable. Its a small hotel with only around 15 rooms but is full of character and the staff are helpful and friendly. It is on a busy Parisian street and we were in one of the two large ground floor rooms, but there was no appreciable noise. The buffet or express breakfast served in their cellar was a delight. Prices in Paris are never cheap but, compared to many, this represented very good value for money. Some lovely cafes I the immediate vicinity where you can part with large amounts of money extremely quickly (helped by waiters who dupe you into buying the more expensive wines by the glass!). Would definitely stay there again.
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Very pleasant , decent quality hotel , very nice staff
hotel near la tour Maubourg”
The hotel is at a nice location and has free wifi. The staff is very friendly. When arriving the first room we got was tiny and looked quite shabby. There came an insufferable and dreadful smell from the bathroom. After complaining we were then moved to another room which was clean and had a lovely decoration.
Fantastic Location, excellent service”
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay here, the location was fantastic and staff were very attentive to all our needs. We were upgraded for free and the room was a good size, very clean with a lovely bathroom. Bed was perfect and very quiet from street noise. Would definitely stay here again.
Great hotel, location. Friendly and helpful staff.”
Excellent, as I've said above several times. How many times do I need to say the same thing? Hotel great, Agoda's survey less so!!!
The staff was friendly, approachable. I enjoyed my stay there. The hotel was clean and close to most attraction places. They prepared for our honeymoon which impressed us the most. The staff was responsive most of the time. Given my budget I recommend everyone to stay in the hotel.
Great two night stay”
We absolutely loved this hotel. The location was superb - central but quiet, lots of cafes nearby and a great market selling a huge range of different food. Staff were very friendly and spoke really good English. The hotel itself is really lovely, a proper Parisian house with interesting decor throughout and lovely rooms. Would definitely stay here again.
just nice room”
quite disappointed with our stay as we had 8 luggages (after touring the whole of europe) and had to drag our bags up ourselves (using stairs) as there was no concierge to help us with our bags. the lift was small enough to fit ONLY one person and 1 luggage. price is way too high for such a hotel. but room was spacious and nice.
Convenient location and friendly staff”
The hotel is literally across the narrow street from the Metro - a massive plus! Pretty good access to the Eiffel Tower; although it's still a 15 minute walk, unless you decide to take the metro. You can get a view of the tip of the tower from the park, where the metro station is. Others who had commented suggested the breakfast at the hotel isn't good value for money so we didn't bother, we checked out the two cafes downstairs; I found the one which didn't specialize in the "meat' was better. The room is small, so don't kid yourselves. But it's classic and looks very Paris-y... The hotel was clean. We didn't have a lot of interaction with the staff, we were hard core tourists, out all day, but the interactions we did have were pleasant. They do lock the door after a certain time at night, we would just knock and they'd buzz us in... I'd recommend it because of it's convenient location and easy access to the city centre - enjoy Paris!
All fantastic - pricey but lovely. Very handy for eiffel tower and opposite the metro stop. Breakfast is standard Paris fare and at 16 euro's per person simply not worth it
Good location, very friendly quirky style.”
We had a very enjoyable stay at this hotel. The hotel staff were friendly and very helpful. The room we had was good with rather individual design. The breakfast room was a little on the small side, but attractive decor.
Bed and breakfast feel in the heart of the city”
Great location and great place to stay. The hotel is quaint with the charm of a bed and breakfast. There are several cafes and restaurants open late nearby which made it easy to find dinner after a day of exploring the city. The hotel is right at the Metro of the same name. If there was any drawback it would be that our room shared a wall with the reception desk. While the hotel does its best to muffle all noise it was possible to hear everyone checking in and out and it's also possible to feel the vibration of the Metro train passing underground.
Cute environment but tiny rooms”
we arrived and were greeted warmly at the reception. we were early but our room was ready. were surprised that the room was a lot tinier than expected (like really tiny). but since we were out for most of the day and only came back to the hotel at night, it was not a major issue for us. room : the room was nice and had clean, fresh smelling sheets. the bathroom was tiny as well but well designed. the hot water doesn't last very long so be mindful if you are travelling with a partner. we didn't see any fridge in the room. the a/c was good and kept the temperature nice and cool all day long. tv with remote. bed was also small-ish ... my partner's feet were hanging off the edge (he's about 6 ft). no view from our r facilities : there is a lift that takes you from the reception to the upper floors but it is also tiny. 2 people is the limit. our bags wouldn't fit so they had to be taken up the stairs for us. we were told there was a 'hammam' downstairs but we didn't use this facility. neither did we pay extra for breakfast at the hotel, but they do serve food on site. pros : the hotel is strategically located within a short walk to many of paris' main attractions and monuments like the eiffel tower, hotel les invalides and the tomb of napoleon. its on a quiet street with many nearby cafes / bistros with prices to suit every budget. the metro station is literally right outside. value for money : for the price we paid by booking thru agoda, yes it was good value for money, coz the actual off-the-rack prices advertised at the hotel were way more expensive. service and environment : service was always warm and with a smile. the front doors are locked electronically after nightfall and guests returning late will be buzzed in by the reception desk clerk. the hotel itself has a nice quiet environment and very prettily decorated throughout. however, the walls are pretty thin and you can hear when other guests go tromping up the wooden stairs very clearly.
A Paris Hotel that ticked all of the boxes......”
Lovely old mansion, Service best I have found from a 2 or 3 star Hotel in Paris and directly opposite to metro is a huge plus. Rooms vary in size so it pays to ask (as we did) to seek availability of larger rooms for the same price. regardless rooms are all very comfortable with new bathroom facilities. Breakfast is in the wine cellar which has a lot of ambiance.
The hotel has a nice feel about it the moment you enter the doors. it is perfectly located in the Invalides section of Paris with a Metro staion directly across the road, making it easy to travel around Paris on their cheap subway systm. It was a liesurely 15 minutes walk to the Eiffel Towere which enables you to visit in both night and day for some great photos. the staff were very helpful and speak good english and the cafe right next door makes a great cappucino coffee and omlette for breakfast.
I picked this hotel for it's location - central Paris within walking distance to many landmarks. We arrived late, but this was no problem, and we were treated very well for the short time we stayed there. They upgraded us to a suite, which like all the rooms in this boutique hotel, was quite unique. It was a top floor suite with skylights, an nice lounge area and crushed purple velvet on all the furniture. It was something out of Versailles I think - but went well with the property, location and theme. Only drawback with the room was that being a 300 year old building and being the top floor, the ceilings were slanted and a bit low - not a room for those over 2 meters! The other challenge - and this is the same for most Paris boutique hotels - is that the elevator cannot fit more than two people, or one person with luggage. They work around this though, and send you up first and then your bags. All around, a good stay and great location.

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What You Need to Know About Twin Screw Extruders and Compounding Machines
Twin screw extruders and compounding machines are at the heart of many industrial processes. These machines employ two intermeshing screws mounted within the same barrel to mix, compound, or melt materials. Their unique design allows for a high degree of control over the process parameters, making them ideal for handling a wide range of materials. In the following sections, we will delve deeper into their mechanics, operational principles, and their applications in various industries.
Understanding Twin Screw Extruders
Twin screw extruder basics
Twin screw extruders originate from the basic design of a single screw extruder. The primary difference lies in the use of two screws instead of one. These screws, which are closely intermeshed and rotating in the same direction (corotating), create a transportation and shearing action that efficiently mixes, melts, and pumps the input material. The screws can be designed with varying pitches, depths, and helical angles to control the shearing intensity and, thus, the quality of the mix. Their unique design also allows for excellent self-cleaning, reducing downtime for maintenance and increasing operational efficiency.
Twin screw extrusion process
The twin screw extrusion process can be summarized into the following steps:
- Feeding: The input material, often in the form of pellets, granules, or powder, is fed into the extruder through a hopper.
- Conveying: The intermeshed screws transport the material through the barrel of the extruder. The screw design and speed control the rate at which the material is obtained.
- Melting/Plasticizing: As the material moves through the heated barrel, it begins to melt. The shearing action of the screws aids in the melting and plasticizing of the material, converting it into a viscous fluid.
- Mixing/Compounding: The molten material is further mixed and compounded. Additives or other materials can be introduced at this stage for compounding.
- Degassing: Any volatiles or gases trapped in the material are removed in the degassing stage.
- Shaping: The molten material exits the extruder through a die, which shapes it into the desired form, such as pellets, strands, sheets, or tubes.
- Cooling and Cutting: The shaped material is then cooled, often in a water bath. If the product is in the form of strands, a cutter is used to cut them into the desired length.
Each of these steps can be precisely controlled to achieve specific material properties and quality, demonstrating the versatility and efficiency of twin-screw extrusion.
Twin screw extruder configurations
Twin screw extruders come in a variety of configurations to accommodate different processing requirements. These configurations primarily differ in the screw design and the orientation of the screws:
- Corotating Twin Screw Extruders: In this configuration, the two screws rotate in the same direction. This setup ensures adequate transportation of the material through the extruder and allows for high-speed, high-shear operation, ideal for compounding and mixing applications.
- Counter-Rotating Twin Screw Extruders: In these extruders, the screws rotate in opposite directions. This configuration is typically used for processes requiring high pressure, such as PVC compounding.
- Intermeshing Twin Screw Extruders: The screws in this design closely interlock with each other. This setup provides excellent self-cleaning properties and is commonly used in the recycling industry.
- Non-Intermeshing Twin Screw Extruders: In this configuration, the screws do not intermesh but maintain a small clearance. This design allows for high throughput rates and is typically used for processes like devolatilization.
Each of these configurations has its strengths and applications, making twin screw extrusion a highly flexible and versatile process.
Twin screw extruder advantages
Twin screw extruders offer several advantages that highlight their superior utility in various industrial applications.
- Efficient Mixing: The twin screw configuration enables superior distributive and dispersive mixing, ensuring uniformity in the final product. This is particularly beneficial for polymers and food products.
- Self-cleaning: Especially in the intermeshing configuration, the screws can wipe each other clean, presenting a significant advantage in processes that deal with sticky, dense materials.
- Highly Versatile: As mentioned before, the variety in configurations allows twin screw extruders to be employed in a wide range of applications, from compounding to devolatilization.
- High Throughput: Twin screw extruders typically provide higher throughput rates compared to single screw extruders, enhancing the overall productivity.
- Durability: Strong construction and the robust mechanism of twin screw extruders ensure long-term durability, making them a cost-effective solution for many industries.
In conclusion, the twin screw extruder’s unique configuration, combined with its high efficiency, versatility, and durability, makes it an invaluable asset in many industrial processes.
Twin screw extruder applications
Twin screw extruders find wide use in various industrial sectors due to their robust design and versatile capabilities. Here are some critical applications:
- Plastic Compounding: Twin screw extruders are commonly employed in plastic compounding, where multiple materials are melted and mixed to produce a uniform composite.
- Food Processing: In the food industry, they are used to cook, form, and excellent food products efficiently. This includes applications in breakfast cereals, pet food, and confectionery production.
- Pharmaceuticals: Twin screw extruders also play a role in pharmaceutical applications such as hot melt extrusion, allowing for the production of complex drug delivery systems.
- Polymer Devolatilization: Twin screw extruders are instrumental in polymer devolatilization, a process that involves the removal of volatile substances from the polymer matrix.
- Biodegradable Material Production: With rising environmental concerns, twin screw extruders are increasingly being used to produce biodegradable materials, contributing to sustainable manufacturing practices.
In each of these applications, the advantages of twin screw extrusion – efficient mixing, high throughput, self-cleaning mechanism, and durability – are leveraged to optimize the production process and enhance the final product quality.
Common Problems in Twin Screw Extrusion
Screw wear in extruders
Screw wear is a common issue that occurs in twin screw extruders and can significantly affect their operational efficiency. This wear arises due to the intense friction between the screws and the barrel and can be exacerbated by the extrusion of abrasive materials. It can lead to decreased throughput, sub-optimal mixing, and may ultimately necessitate costly screw replacements. Factors such as the screw design, barrel material, processing temperature, and the nature of the material being extruded all influence the rate of screw wear. Regular inspection and maintenance routines are critical to detect early signs of wear and extend the life of the screws. Additionally, designing screws with wear-resistant materials can help in reducing the wear rate and improving the extruder’s operational lifespan.
Polymer degradation due to high torque
High torque is another prevalent issue in the operation of twin screw extruders, leading to polymer degradation. Polymer degradation is a severe problem as it results in a deterioration of the physical and chemical properties of the polymer, adversely affecting the quality of the end product. This degradation takes place when the polymer is exposed to high shear and temperature conditions, as in the case of high torque operations. The high torque causes the polymer chains to break down, resulting in a reduced molecular weight that translates to decreased tensile strength, elasticity, and overall durability of the polymer product. To mitigate this, it is crucial to monitor and control the operating conditions of the extruder carefully, ensuring that the torque remains within acceptable limits. Furthermore, using modern control systems, which provide real-time feedback and automatic adjustments, can help prevent excessive torque and subsequent polymer degradation.
Feeder issues in the extrusion process
Feeder issues are another challenge often encountered in the extrusion process. The feeder mechanism’s primary role is to deliver the polymer material into the extruder at a consistent rate. However, inconsistencies in the feeder operation can lead to fluctuations in the feed rate, which in turn affect the constant output of the extruder and the quality of the final product. Factors that can contribute to feeder issues include irregular pellet size or shape, hopper design, and vibration in the feeder mechanism. To resolve these issues, regular inspection and maintenance of feeder components, along with the use of modern control systems for precise feeder control, are recommended. Furthermore, the design of the hopper and the selection of appropriate feeder types, taking into account the material properties, can help in ensuring consistent feed rates.
Problems with screw design
Issues with screw design pose significant challenges in the extrusion process as well. The screw is responsible for melting the polymer, mixing it, and conveying it through the extruder. Consequently, any errors in its design can lead to processing inefficiencies, inconsistent output, and compromised product quality. Screw problems often stem from inaccurate pitch length, diameter, or flight depth, which impact the polymer’s residence time, melting, and mixing in the extruder. Additionally, wear and tear on the screw due to abrasive materials or high operational loads can also affect the extrusion process. To overcome these problems, screws need to be designed and selected carefully, considering factors like the type of polymer, process temperature, and desired output rate. Regular inspection and maintenance, as well as the use of wear-resistant materials for the screw, can also help in mitigating these issues.
Challenges in plastic processing with twin screw extruders
Twin screw extruders present unique challenges when used in plastic processing. The complexity of their design and the nature of their operation necessitates a high level of precision and control. One of the primary issues is coordinating the rotation of the twin screws. If not synchronized correctly, there can be a detrimental effect on the consistency and quality of the extruded product. Furthermore, the presence of two screws increases the chances of wear and tear, leading to more frequent maintenance requirements. Lastly, the twin screw design complicates the process of cleaning and changing components, making it more time-consuming. Regular inspection, use of advanced controls for precise operation, and careful selection and design of screws considering the material characteristics can help in overcoming these problems.
Critical Components of Twin Screw Extruders
Twin screw extruder barrel and screw
The barrel and screw constitute the heart of the twin screw extruder. The barrel houses the screws and is designed to withstand high pressures and temperatures. It is typically lined with a wear-resistant material to minimize damage from the abrasive materials being processed. On the other hand, the screws are the central components that drive the extrusion process. They are carefully engineered with specific profiles and pitches to control the movement and mixing of the polymer. The rotation of the screws in the barrel creates zones of high pressure and temperature, enabling the melting, mixing, and pumping of the plastic. The design of the screws is crucial in determining the efficiency and quality of the extrusion process. Consequently, they need to be selected and designed with consideration to the specific polymer and the desired processing conditions.
Torque generation in twin screw extruders
Torque generation is a fundamental aspect of the operation of twin screw extruders. Torque is essentially the turning force applied by the screws to move the material through the barrel. It’s generated through the interaction of the rotating screws with the polymer, creating shear powers that aid in melting and mixing the material. The amount of torque required varies with the characteristics of the polymer and the specific processing conditions. High-viscosity materials and high processing pressures tend to require more torque, while lower-viscosity materials and lower pressures require less. A motor typically supplies the torque, and its capacity needs to be sufficient to handle the maximum torque demand of the extrusion process to avoid stalling or damage. The accurate control of torque is critical to ensure consistent processing conditions and advanced control systems are often employed for this purpose. Monitoring torque levels can also provide valuable information about the extrusion process and assist in troubleshooting and optimization.
Feeder systems for twin screw extruders
Feeder systems play a crucial role in the twin screw extrusion process, responsible for providing a steady and uniform supply of raw material to the extruder. There are several types of feeders, each designed to handle specific kinds of materials. Gravimetric feeders, for example, measure the weight of the material to control the feed rate, ensuring precise control over the amount of material entering the extruder. Volumetric feeders, on the other hand, regulate the feed rate based on the volume of the material. These feeders are typically used when the bulk density of the material is consistent. The choice of feeder system depends on various factors, including the nature of the raw material, the required feed rate, and the specific requirements of the extrusion process. Understanding the characteristics of the material and the demands of the process is essential in selecting the most suitable feeder system.
Screw design in twin screw extrusion
The design of the screws is a critical factor in twin screw extrusion, having a significant impact on the efficiency and performance of the process. The screws are typically designed with a specific pitch, diameter, and length-to-diameter ratio, and these parameters are selected based on the nature of the material being processed and the specific requirements of the process. For example, longer screws with a high length-to-diameter ratio are often used in processes that require intensive mixing or high levels of devolatilization. The shape and arrangement of the screw elements also play a crucial role in determining the degree of mixing and the conveying characteristics of the extruder. In general, corotating, self-wiping twin screw extruders are preferred for compounding applications due to their superior mixing capabilities and ability to handle a wide range of materials. These designs are more complex and require careful selection and arrangement of the screw elements to achieve the desired processing conditions and product characteristics. The screw design is often optimized through a combination of calculations and empirical testing, with the goal of achieving the best balance of throughput, product quality, and energy efficiency.
Plastic processing in twin screw extruders
Twin screw extruders are extensively employed in the processing of plastic materials due to their versatility, robustness, and high operational efficiency. The process typically begins with the feeding of raw plastic material into the extruder, often in the form of pellets or granules. The material then undergoes the crucial function of melting, facilitated by the controlled heating and shearing actions of the rotating screws. The molten plastic, once thoroughly heated and mixed, is then forced through a shaping die, thereby establishing the final form of the product. The process’s efficiency can be notably enhanced by employing screws with an optimized design, enabling the effective handling and processing of various plastic materials, including thermoplastic polymers, thermosets, and elastomers. The ability of twin screw extruders to provide intensive mixing and devolatilization, coupled with their capacity to handle high-viscosity materials, renders them an integral part of the plastics processing industry.
Types of Twin Screw Extruders
Corotating screw twin screw extruders
Corotating twin screw extruders are characterized by the synchronized rotation of two parallel screws in the same direction. This configuration promotes high levels of intermesh, which facilitates intensive mixing and high shear rates, making corotating twin screw extruders particularly effective for compounding, reactive extrusion, and devolatilization processes. The design enables efficient self-wiping action, keeping the screw flights clean and enhancing overall operational efficiency. Moreover, with their capacity to handle high fill levels and process a wide array of plastic materials, corotating twin screw extruders have become a cornerstone in many plastic processing applications.
Counter-rotating screw twin screw extruders
Counter-rotating twin screw extruders feature two parallel screws that rotate in opposite directions. This setup results in a more constrained melt flow path, making them particularly suitable for pipe, profile extrusion, and sheeting applications. The counter-rotating design typically experiences a lower intermeshing action compared to corotating configurations, leading to lower shear and mixing capabilities. Counter-rotating extruders often exhibit higher pressure build-up, which can be leveraged for specialized applications that require high-pressure processes. Their design characteristics also facilitate longer residence times, which is beneficial in applications where extended dwelling of materials in the extruder is advantageous. Just like their corotating counterparts, counter-rotating twin screw extruders are a pivotal part of the plastics processing industry.
Modular Twin Screw Extruder Designs
Modular twin screw extruder designs offer unprecedented flexibility and adaptability in plastic processing. The fundamental aspect of these designs resides in the interchangeable screw and barrel sections. These sections, or ‘modules,’ can be rearranged, replaced, or added to meet specific processing requirements. This modular approach allows for a highly customizable configuration, accommodating a variety of processing tasks ranging from compounding to devolatilization. The modular design also makes maintenance and parts replacement significantly more feasible, reducing downtime and enhancing overall productivity. Given these advantages, modular twin-screw extruder designs have gained considerable traction in the plastics processing industry, further underscoring the importance of twin-screw extrusion technology.
Lab-scale twin screw extruders
Lab-scale twin screw extruders serve a crucial role in the research and development (R&D) phase of plastic processing. These scaled-down versions of industrial extruders allow researchers to test new formulations and processes on a smaller, more manageable scale before transitioning to full-scale production. Lab-scale extruders offer cost efficiencies by reducing the amount of material required for experimental runs. They are also designed to mimic the shear, pressure, and temperature conditions of industrial-scale machines, providing accurate and reliable data that can be used to predict full-scale production performance. Lab-scale twin screw extruders, therefore, are instrumental in facilitating innovation, enhancing process understanding, and accelerating the development of new plastic products and applications.
High torque twin screw extruders
High torque twin screw extruders are characterized by their ability to generate high levels of rotational force (torque) during operation. This feature allows them to process materials with high viscosity or process materials at high throughput rates while maintaining a consistent level of quality. High torque extruders are particularly advantageous in applications where high levels of filler or reinforced materials are used, as they can maintain a stable and uniform processing condition despite the increased resistance caused by these materials. Furthermore, the high torque design enhances the efficiency of the motor, reducing energy consumption and potentially lowering overall operational costs. Consequently, high-torque twin screw extruders are considered a valuable asset in the sphere of plastic processing, especially for operations requiring rigorous material processing conditions.
Applications of Twin Screw Extruders in Compounding
Use of twin screw extruders in polymer compounding
Twin screw extruders are extensively used in polymer compounding, a process that involves the melt blending of polymers with other types of materials to enhance or modify their properties. The twin screw configuration facilitates intensive mixing and dispersing, ensuring that additives such as colorants, flame retardants, or fillers are evenly distributed throughout the polymer matrix. This contributes to the production of a compound with consistent, predictable properties. Furthermore, the high processing temperatures achievable in twin screw extruders allow for the incorporation of heat-sensitive or reactive additives, which may undergo chemical transformations during compounding to create polymers with novel properties. These capabilities make twin screw extruders an essential tool in the development and production of a wide range of high-performance, specialty polymer compounds.
Reactive Extrusion with Twin Screw Extruders
Reactive extrusion refers to a process where chemical reactions occur in the extruder’s barrel. The twin screw extruders enable these reactions due to their high processing temperatures and intensive mixing capabilities. Reactive extrusion can lead to changes in the polymer’s molecular structure, resulting in enhanced or novel properties.
Additive Incorporation in Compound Manufacturing
In compound manufacturing, twin screw extruders play a pivotal role in the incorporation of additives. The intensive mixing and high shear forces in the twin screw extruders ensure a uniform distribution of additives such as plasticizers, stabilizers, pigments, and others in the polymer matrix, thereby enhancing the compound’s properties.
Powder Devolatilization Using Twin Screw Extruders
Twin screw extruders are commonly employed for the devolatilization of powders. This process involves the removal of volatile elements, often under vacuum conditions. The high surface area to volume ratio in the twin screw extruders facilitates efficient devolatilization, ensuring high-quality end products.
High Shear Mixing in Twin Screw Compounders
High-shear mixing is another critical application of twin screw extruders. The mechanical energy from the rotating screws converts into thermal energy, leading to high shear rates. This high shear environment allows for efficient dispersion of materials, delivering a uniform compound with improved physical properties.
Sure, here are ten reliable sources that provide valuable information about Twin Screw Extruders and Compounding Machines:
- In the Mix: Continuous Compounding Using Twin-Screw Extruders: This article from MDDI Online discusses how twin-screw extruders are used in plastics processing machinery to mix fillers and additives with the polymer continuously.
- Biopolymer Compounding on a Twin-Screw Extruder: Plastics Technology Online provides insights into the best practices for compounding biopolymers using long extruders, such as a 73-mm twin.
- Words of Wisdom: Understanding Twin-Screw Extruders: An article on Plastics Today that explains the role of extruder screw rpm and feed rate in optimizing compounding efficiencies.
- Twin-Screw Extruder Manufacturer – Compounding Machines: B&P Littleford’s website offers a look at their twin-screw extruders, which represent state-of-the-art compounding.
- Single Screw Extruder vs Twin Screw Extruder: Useon provides an informative comparison between single screw and twin screw extruders, explaining their characteristics and applications.
- What are the advantages of a twin screw extruder machine?: This Quora thread offers various insights into the benefits of twin screw extruders, such as their high torque, high speed, and lower consumption.
- Comprehensive Compounding and Extrusion Solutions for…: Thermo Fisher Scientific’s brochure presents a wide range of customizable options for twin-screw extruders designed to fit demanding and ever-changing environments.
- Compounding and Extrusion | Extruders: Another page from Thermo Fisher Scientific offers an overview of how twin-screw extruders are used in the mixing, compounding, and processing of materials.
- Twin Screw Extruders: This chapter from an academic book available on Wiley Online Library provides a detailed technical explanation of twin screw extruders.
- Twin Screw Extrusion for the Production of Controlled-Release Fertilizers: A research paper on ResearchGate that discusses how twin screw extrusion is used in the production of controlled-release fertilizers.
Each of these sources provides valuable information about Twin Screw Extruders and Compounding Machines, and they have been evaluated for accuracy, credibility, and relevance.


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Zangeki no Reginleiv
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Zangeki no Reginleiv (斬撃のREGINLEIV Zangeki no Reginleiv, lit. "Slashing Reginleiv"?), originally titled Dynamic Slash, or Dynamic Zan, is an action game for the Wii developed by Sandlot and published by Nintendo. It was first revealed at Nintendo's conference on October 2, 2008.
The game supports free four-player online cooperative gameplay via Nintendo Wi-Fi Connection. Players can control the on-screen character via the Wii MotionPlus in combination with the Nunchuk or the Classic Controller. It also includes weapon customization and more than 300 weapons. The player has the ability to target an enemy's head or limbs and cut them off, complete with blood effects.
The story is an adaption of the Ragnarok story of Norse mythology. The player controls one of two angelic siblings, Frøy and Freia, who serve the Norse gods by battling the races of giant that have emerged, leading to the eventual rebirth of the world. While the game takes considerable artistic license with the source material, it does reflect events and characters from the original myth.
- Frøy (フレイ, Furei): The male protagonist of the game and Freia's brother. Frøy is a Norse god who appears a young human man. He is skilled in swordplay and martial arts due to tutelage from the god Týr. When he learned that the Kyoshin Army, the antagonistic force of the game, had invaded the human realm of Midgard, he pleaded with Odin to allow him and his sister to join the humans in battle. He is voiced by Daisuke Namikawa.
- Freia (フレイヤ, Fureiya): The female protagonist of the game and Frøy's sister. Like her brother, she also appears as a young human woman and is skilled in handling magical weaponry. Compared to Frøy, Freia's open-mindedness gives her a more sympathetic presence in the gods' court of Asgard. She is voiced by Aya Endō.
- Odin (オーディン, Ōdin)
- Brynhild (ブリュンヒルデ, Buryunhirude)
- Idunn (Iðunn, イズン, Idzun)
- Thor (Þórr, トール Tōru)
- Týr (テュール, Tyūru)
- Frigg (フリッグ, Furiggu)
- Heimdall (ヘイムダル, Heimudaru)
- Loki (ロキ, Roki)
- Sigmund (シグムンド, Shigumundo)
- Helgi (ヘルギ, Herugi)
- Regin (レギン, Regin)
- Völundr (ヴェルンド, Verundo)
- Rán (ラーン, Rān)
- Gunther (グンター, Guntā)
- Hagen (ハーゲン, Hāgen)
- Awilda (アルヴィルダ, Aruviruda)
The game was released on February 11, 2010 in Japan. It is one of the first games on the Wii to use the black cover for Nintendo games with a rating of C or higher by the CERO. It was not released in North America, Europe, or Australia.
In the January 2015 Nintendo Direct, it was announced that Zangeki no Reginleiv and other Wii games would be released for download through the Wii U's Nintendo eShop. In Japan, it was released on February 18, 2015.
Despite the lack of a Western localization, Frøy and Freia (referred to as Frey and Freya) are represented by trophies in all versions of Super Smash Bros. for Wii U.
Due to the game only being released in Japan, not many outlets have reviewed the game. Famitsu, Japan's weekly gaming magazine, awarded the game a 28/40 with a breakdown of 8/7/7/6.
NTSC-uk were impressed by the number of enemies the game featured but criticised the resulting slowdown and claimed that "Hacking, slashing, zapping and exploding. Zangeki no Reginleiv does what it promises." In America, PixlBit awarded the game 4/5 stars citing the game's excellent WiiMotion Plus utilization and the co-operative online mode. Siliconera said that the game is "mindless fun", "so mindless ... people are either going to love it or hate it."
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Take a trip out to one of the oldest samurai sword workshops not usually open to the public. There are only 300 active swordsmiths in Japan and today you’ll enjoy insider access to the only one in Tokyo that practises this ancient craft. Your guide will pick you up and introduce you to Yoshindo Yoshihara, considered Japan’s swordsmith genius.
It takes over 10 years to become an expert swordsmith – learning every aspect of the craft from handling the iron to making the crest. Yoshindo will personally show you around his workshop where you can see methods handed down through family generations.
The samurai sword or katana takes three months to make. Watch his apprentices work with the fragile tamahagane steel, created by a traditional smelting process. See how the layers of steel are welded together ensuring strength and flexibility. Then learn how they curve and polish the swords, a process that can take up to three weeks to complete.
Additional notes about the tour
This experience includes a pick up from your hotel.


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(SPOT.ph) Hello Kitty fans probably won't be surprised by this, but did you know that Sanrio's famous cartoon appears on about 12,000 different products each year? From purses to shoes to denim jackets, we just can't get enough of this kawaii cartoon cat. With the number of Kitty products released each year, it's no surprise that she's got fresh drops coming out all the time—true fans know there's no such thing as having too many. And with that in mind, here's something you might want to add to your collection: Herschel just dropped some brand-new designs for their Hello Kitty collection and we've got major heart eyes!
The line includes backpacks and fanny packs, each topped with Kitty's signature bow and decked out in cute patterns. The new release features each bag in two different colorways: Black Bento Box features a predominantly black exterior with cartoonish illustrations of Hello Kitty in the form of Japanese food like onigiri and tamagoyaki while Pineapple Cherry gives the pink pattern a fun tropical twist with cherries and pineapples stamped all around.
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Vaani Kapoor – Biography, Career, Awards and Net Worth
Vaani Kapoor is one of the hottest prospect among new line of Indian actress. She is a model turned actress and appeared in movies like ‘Suddh Desi Romance’ and ‘Befikre’. She worked with Sushant Singh Rajput, Parineeti Chopra and Ranveer Singh.
Born in 1988, Vaani used to weigh 75 kg, when she started her modelling career. After a brief modelling career, she moved into acting. Vaani is the actress of complete package; height, beauty, acting and dance.
Vaani Kapoor : Early Life and Personal Details
Vaani Kappor was born on August 23, 1988, in Delhi. Her father, Shiv Kapoor is a businessman and mother, Dimpy Kapoor is a marketing executive. She grew up in Delhi with her elder sister, Nupur Chopra. She completed her schooling from Mata Jai Kaur Public School, Delhi. After school, she enrolled in the Indira Gandhi National Open University. She completed her bachelor in tourism studies.
The charming and beautiful Vaani is 5’7″ with long brown hair and attractive brown eyes. Her desirable physique weighs 57 kg with measurement of 33-26-33. She shares Leo sun sign and practices Hinduism. Besides acting and modelling, her hobbies are dancing and listening to soft music. She is a big fan of Hrithik Roshan and loves to eat Chinese cuisines.
There is no any official report about her affair and romance. She is a firm believer of love after marriage.
Vaani Kapoor : Career
During her college, she took up an internship with Oberoi Hotels & Resorts in Jaipur. Later on, she worked for ITC Hotel. She has done some modelling projects with the Elite Model Management. While doing modelling, she signed a three-film deal with the Yash Raj Films.
She made her acting debut with ‘Shuddh Desi Romance’ alongside Sushant Singh Rajput and Parineeti Chopra. She received positive feedback from critics for her portrayal of an outspoken and independent girl. Further, she worked in Telugu romantic comedy ‘Aaha Kalyanam’.
In 2016, Vaani appeared in romantic drama ‘Befikre’ opposite Ranveer Singh. The movie was fresh and lively and performed well in box office. This movie further established Vaani in the industry.
‘Nashe Si Chadh Gayi’ song by Arijit Singh featuring Vaani and Ranveer become the most viewed Indian songs on Youtube. It is viewed for more than 250 million times.
Caption: Vaani Kapoor at the IIFA Awards
Vaani Kapoor : Awards
Vaani Kapoor made a wave in the Bollywood with her debut performance in ‘Shuddh Desi Romance’. She garnered a wide appreciation for her performance and earned several awards and nominations. She won Apsara Award, Filmfare Award and Zee Cine Award for Best Female Debut for the year of 2014.
Vaani Kapoor : Net Worth and Lifestyle
Vaani Kapoor is well known name in the glam world. She made a good sum of money from modelling, movies and commercials. She endorses leading brands like TBZ Jewellery, Cadbury Dairy Milk Silk and Lux.
Vaani Kapoor is fun loving and lively girl. She is a huge animal lover and grew up with lots of pet animals around her. She is active in social media and always update her sites with her recent pictures. We can see her in designer dresses in public events and party. She loves to explore new place and her favorite destination is Hawaii.

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John Wood Community College recently announced faculty and staff members who were honored as Employees of the Year for 2020 as well as employees who reached milestone service anniversaries.
Jimmy Behrens of Quincy was named Full-time Faculty Member of the Year. Behrens is an instructor in the mathematics department and in his fourth year of teaching at JWCC. He teaches statistics, math for elementary teachers, developmental math, and currently serves on the curriculum and academic standing committees. Behrens holds a bachelor’s degree in mathematics and computer science from Quincy University and a master’s degree in statistics from the University of Missouri-Columbia. He lives in Quincy with his wife Madalynn and their son Wren.
Vicky Nieders of Quincy was named Full-time Staff Member of the Year. Nieders has worked for the College for 24 years, starting in career services before moving to the information technology department as the first help desk technician. She currently holds the position as coordinator of instructional technology and training. She completed both an associate of information management/business in 1998 and an undeclared associate degree in 2014 from JWCC.
Heather Keller-Giltner of Quincy was named Part-time Faculty Member of the Year for 2020. Keller-Giltner, associate faculty in the Languages, Communication, Humanities, and Fine Arts Department, has provided instruction in English and communication courses both in person and online since 2015. Keller-Giltner holds baccalaureate degrees in English and communication and a Master of Arts degree in English from the University of Illinois at Springfield; she is also a PhD candidate in leadership at the University of the Cumberlands. She serves as a lecturer and associate faculty member at Quincy University, Culver-Stockton College and other local institutions and works independently as a career and executive coach. Additionally, she serves as President of Salem Church in Quincy, is a board member of the Friends of the Castle (supporting the Villa Kathrine), and formerly served as an executive board member of Arts Quincy.
Jeffrey Grott of Quincy was named JWCC Part-time Staff Member of the Year. Grott, a part time Officer with the JWCC Police Department, has worked at the College for the past 7 years. He holds a bachelor’s degree in administration of justice from Southern Illinois University at Carbondale and is a graduate of Northwestern University School of Police and Staff Command. Jeff retired as a sergeant from the Quincy Police Department in 2018 after over 27 years of service.
In addition to Employee of the Year recognition, JWCC announced the following employees who marked milestone anniversaries between January 2020 and December 2020:
25 Years of Service
Gina Chapman of Quincy, software licensing administrator
20 Years of Service
Tom Bentley of Quincy, department chair and assistant professor of emergency services
Josh Brueck of Quincy, director of information technology
Sandy Smith of Quincy, student services-admissions specialist
Phil Steinkamp of Payson, assistant professor of truck driver training
15 Years of Service
Jason DeVerger of Quincy, maintenance technician
Randall Egdorf of Quincy, assistant professor of social & behavioral sciences
Lindsay Herren of Quincy, financial aid coordinator
Chris Kaelke of Quincy, department chair & professor of natural sciences
10 Years of Service
Tiffany Frericks of Quincy, assistant professor of social & behavioral sciences
Christine Genenbacher of Sutter, financial aid coordinator
Barb Lieber of Quincy, director of the learning resource center
Alan Prewitt of Hannibal, MO., grants compliance officer
5 Years of Service
Bill Beard of Quincy, visual & social media coordinator
Emily Dozier of Quincy, adult education transition coordinator
Gordon Forbes of Quincy, business & industry coordinator
Kristen Foster of Quincy, student navigation coordinator
Brenda Graff of Clayton, department chair & assistant professor of mathematics
Eric Piner of Taylor, MO., maintenance technician
Steven Soebbing of Quincy, assistant professor of music & theater
Jerry Wellman of Maywood, MO., HVAC systems manager

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Saint Leo defeats Moccasins 1-0 in both games of final home series
SAINT LEO, Fla. – Pitching was the order of the day for the Saint Leo University softball team as they defeated Florida Southern University in the final home Sunshine State Conference series of the year. The Lions handed the Moccasins a couple of 1-0 losses in games one and two, with the second game going to 10 innings.
Saint Leo has won five of its last six games, and improves its overall record to 28-19 on the year and 10-11 in SSC play. Florida Southern drops to 22-19 on the year and 8-13 in league play.
In game one, a one-hour rain delay didn't seem to faze Saint Leo starting pitcher Ashley Ehlers who would dominate in the circle throwing a no-hitter, while striking out two and walking just three Florida Southern batters.
After the Moccasins went three-up and three-down to start the game, the Lions would threaten in the bottom of the first inning. Adriana Sanders led off the inning with a bunt single and then moved to second when McKenzie Burns walked. Burns then tried to steal third, initially making it, however, over slid the base and was tagged out. Chelsea Steedley then struck out swinging leaving Burns at second.
Ehlers would never let the Mocs pose a threat during the contest. After a Heather Brinkmeier two-out walk, Ehlers would retire the next nine batters until Sierra Lacy advanced on a walk in the top half of the fifth inning. Brinkmeier would stay at first after Allasyn Lieneck ended the inning with a fly ball to left field.
The Lions finally got on the board in the bottom of the fifth inning. Rachael Heath opened the Lions half of the frame with a bunt single, and then moved over to second on a Burns single. With Ewing at bat, Heath would steal third and then came home on a throwing error by Florida Southern catcher Kim Booker, giving the Lions a 1-0 lead.
After a ground out to third base by the Mocs' Leah Pemberton, Priscilla Gonzalez would get on base with a walk; Ehlers' third and final free pass of the game. She would advance to second on a sacrifice bunt to Ehlers. Ehlers then got Brinkmeier to fly out to center field ending the game.
Saint Leo would get eight hits off Mocs' pitcher Brandi Jones with Burns (2-2, walk) and Kafalas (2-3) getting four of the eight.
In game two the Lions' pitching continued to be the story for the Saint Leo. Alana Tabel got the start and picked up right where Ehlers left off in the pitching circle going 8.1 innings without giving up a hit. The Lions would get 12 hits, however they would not be able to push a runner across home plate in regulation.
Saint Leo had its best chance to get on the scoreboard first in the sixth inning loading the bases with no outs. Heath started the inning off with a bunt single to Florida Southern pitcher Chelsea Oglevie, and then advanced to third on a single up the middle by Sanders. Burns then came to bat and singled to third loading the bases. Oglevie would settle in, however, and get the next three batters in order to get out of the jam.
The Lions had an opportunity to win the game in the bottom of the seventh, getting runners on first and second by way of a Kafalas one-out single to third base, and then a George single up the middle. Oglevie, however would, once again get the next two batters – Heath and Sanders – to fly out ending the inning and sending the game to extra frames.
Saint Leo finally took care of business in the bottom of the 10th inning putting the win, and the doubleheader sweep, in the books for Lions. Sanders started off the inning with a double to right center field, and then Burns followed with a bunt single putting runners at first and second. Ewing then moved the runners up with a sacrifice bunt. That would set the stage for Sarah Steiner who singled to left field, driving in Sanders for the game winner.
Tabel would go nine innings and giving up only two hits on the afternoon, however would get a no decision. She struck out four and walked just one batter.
Ehlers came in in relief and pitched one inning of no-hit ball while striking out one batter.
Sanders finished game two going 2-for-5 with a double and a run scored. Burns was 3-for-5 and Kafalas 2-for-4 with a double.
Florida Southern would finish game two with just two hits and left four runners on base.
The Lions will close out their regular season schedule with a weekend series at Barry University April 25-26. The series will begin on Friday, April 25 at 6 p.m., and then conclude with a doubleheader on Saturday, April 26, at noon and 2 p.m.
For more on the Saint Leo University softball team visit SaintLeoLions.com. Also be sure 'Like' the Lions on Facebook and 'Follow' the Lions on Twitter and Instagram.

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Learning Another Language Could Help Your Brain Function and Age Better, Finds New Study
Canadian scientists discover how being bilingual creates advantages for the brain.
Scientists found a strong argument for learning another language - bilingual people have an “advantage” because they use less brain power to accomplish tasks, helping their brains to age better.
The study compared functional brain connections between monolingual and bilingual seniors and found brains of those who spoke two languages were more economical in how they processed information, utilizing fewer resources.
The study looked at performance of “interference control tasks” by the two groups. The tasks participants carried out involved concentrating on the color of objects while ignoring their positions. When focused on visual information (while ignoring spatial), brains of bilinguals used less circuitry. In contrast, monolingual brains engaged a number of brain regions to perform the given task, relying especially on brain areas located in the frontal lobe, which are responsible for visual and motor functions as well as interference control.
The Canadian researchers were led by Professor Ana Inés Ansaldo from the Université de Montréal.
"After years of daily practice managing interference between two languages, bilinguals become experts at selecting relevant information and ignoring information that can distract from a task. In this case, bilinguals showed higher connectivity between visual processing areas located at the back of the brain. This area is specialized in detecting the visual characteristics of objects and therefore is specialized in the task used in this study. These data indicate that the bilingual brain is more efficient and economical, as it recruits fewer regions and only specialized regions," said Dr. Ansaldo.
Another cognitive advantage of processing information differently is that bilinguals achieve the same results as the monolinguals without using the frontal areas of the brain, which are more susceptible to the effects of aging. This also helps bilinguals fight off degenerative diseases like dementia.
Dr. Ansaldo described the next stage for her research this way:
"We have observed that bilingualism has a concrete impact on brain function and that this may have a positive impact on cognitive aging. We now need to study how this function translates to daily life, for example, when concentrating on one source of information instead of another, which is something we have to do every day. And we have yet to discover all the benefits of bilingualism”.
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We had to say goodbye to Murray yesterday.
We adopted him when he was about six months old. We went through obedience school with him and taught him all the usual tricks — sit, stay, shake. He was a quick learner, but he also just had a great temperament. He learned how to walk on a leash by my side while I gave him treats. I remember how gross they were! Cubes of cheese and slices of cold hotdogs. Mmmm. We had a little baggie with us and I would reward him as we went. He loved it.
Before Murray, I never knew that a dog wouldn’t just run away if given the chance. We had a dog when I was a kid and he escaped all the time but Murray would stick close to home. When we moved into this house, there was no gate between the front and back yard. There was a fence, but no actual gate. We assumed we would need to fix it immediately, but Murray never tried to leave.
He used to get car sick. Two blocks! We couldn’t take him anywhere! We had to give him doggy anxiety medicine before long car trips up to Wisconsin, but once there he was so happy. Jumping in the lake, hopping on the boat, exploring the woods with the kids.
This is hard. We didn’t see it coming. He started having accidents and he hadn’t been eating much for a few days. Thinking he might be sick, we made an appointment with the vet and took him the next day. We thought that if something was wrong, that we could take care of him. We didn’t know he was dying. He didn’t even seem sick.
Spleen cancer. Multiple tumors, and internal bleeding.
We didn’t take him to the vet thinking that we would be putting him down that same day. He was 9 years old — we thought we had more time with him.
He was so good with the kids! Following them around, always a pal at their side. Murray came first — our trial run with caring for a dog before we were ready to have kids. So when the kids did come along, he was a champ through the baby stage. The most patient dog while they pulled on his tail and grabbed at his ears during the toddler years. A best friend to each of them as they grew. I know he was getting older, and you see the years pass so quickly with kids because you can watch them grow and change, but Murray was just Murray. It sort of seemed like he’d be with us forever. Our schmoopy pupperton. Our furry Murray.
We loved you and we’re going to miss you so much, Murray. You were the best dog.


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Local conformational changes in the 8–17 deoxyribozyme core induced by activating and inactivating divalent metal ions†
The 8–17 deoxyribozyme (DNAzyme) is a catalytic DNA molecule capable of cleaving specific RNA substrates. The deoxyribozyme is activated by a wide variety of divalent metal ions, from Mg2+ to Pb2+, with just a few exceptions. It is not clear if metal ions are directly involved in catalysis, or are required to attain an active conformation, or both. In particular, the connection between metal-induced global structural rearrangements and catalysis is not straightforward. To gain more information on the local structural changes induced by metal ions, we introduced fluorescent 2-aminopurine (2-Ap) residues at different positions of the 8–17 ‘core’. We found that a construct containing 2-Ap at position 15 was best suited to monitor conformational changes in the presence of Mg2+, Ca2+ or Mn2+. Binding of these activating metal ions caused a local rearrangement at position 15, apparently entailing decreased stacking of the 2-Ap base. The metal dependence for such conformational change was generally hyperbolic (suggesting it mirrored the binding by a single metal ion) and yielded apparent dissociation constants close to those required for activation. In contrast, Cu2+, a divalent metal ion which does not support catalysis, caused in the deoxyribozyme a slow, reversible inactivation, which correlated with a very distinct conformational change at position 15.

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|Most popular company||HERTZ|
|Price of petrol per litre||$2.98|
|Average price per day||$101|
|Cheapest price per day||$77|
Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Palmerston North is October. The most expensive time to rent a car is May. The cheapest prices for each month are shown above, but prices will vary based on availability, how far out you book your rental car, and of course, car type.
In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under $146/day when booking a car hire in Palmerston North. The absolute best deal a user found was for $112/day from Hertz, booked on Jun. 19.
According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a rental car in Palmerston North from the following companies over the past two weeks: Budget ($133/day), Europcar ($410/day), and keddy by Europcar ($466/day).
The average price of petrol in Palmerston North is $2.98/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between $134 and $193 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.
Hertz is a popular option for travellers looking for car hire in Palmerston North. You can expect the average cost of car hire to be about $1,020 per week.
Our data suggests that booking early can save you up to 25% on a hire car in Palmerston North. Take advantage of below-average prices by booking at least 90 days prior to your desired date.
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Our recent data shows that Hertz can potentially be 24% below the average car hire price in Palmerston North. Check prices and availability for Hertz and save on this extended car hire. The cost of hiring a vehicle in Palmerston North is on average $4,371 a month or $146 a day. Search on Cheapflights for the most updated pricing and availability for your Palmerston North car hire.
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