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The main chemical law in Vietnam is the Law on Chemicals 06/2007/QH12 issued in Nov. 2007. The Chemical Law provides regulations on chemical handling, safety in chemical handling, right and obligations of organizations and individuals engaged in chemical handling, and state management of chemical handling. The main authority in charge of chemical management is the Ministry of Industry and Trade (MOIT). The chemical law in Vietnam is supported by various decrees. The Decree No. 113/2017/ND-CP Specifying and providing guidelines for implementation of certain articles of the law on chemicalsin which updated on 2017 provides detailed regulations on chemical lists on licenses, classification, plans/measures for chemical incident, safety training, declaration, etc. The Circular 32/2017/TT-BCT provides forms and guidelines of labeling, MSDS, declaration, reports, license application, plans/measures, etc.
National Chemical Inventory (NCI)
Vietnam began to compile the national chemical inventory (NCI) in 2012. Substances that are not listed on the inventory will be considered as new substances and require registration before they can be used, imported, or produced in Vietnam. So far, there are 5 times where companies can nominate substances to the inventory. The inventory contains about 40,000 substances. The new deadline for substance submission is April 15th, 2021. The final draft of the inventory is expected to be released by the end of this year.
Nominating Substance to the NCI
Nominating Substances to the NCI requires the following information:
Chemical Name (IUPAC)
Safety Data Sheet (SDS) - as per Vietnamese Decree No. 113/2017/ND-CP and Circular no. 04/2012/TT-BCT in Vietnamese language
Document that showing the chemicals are being used in Vietnam (such as purchase contract, invoices, etc)
The Vietnamese authority will evaluate the substances and decide if they should be included in the inventory.
GPC through its Vietnamese affiliates can help you with the NCI nomination for Vietnam regulatory compliance.
Chemical Lists and Compliance Strategies
Conditional industrial chemicals
Certificates for production and trading of conditional
Restricted industrial chemicals
Licenses for production and trading of restricted industrial chemicals
Management of invoices related to sale and purchase of restricted industrial chemicals
Licenses from Prime Minister for some special purpose (authorized to minister of MOIT)
Hazardous chemicals requiring
incident prevention and
Licenses for Plan from MOIT
Self-approved Measure by company
Declaration on National Single Window before custom clearance
Purchasing control paper
License for import/export from Minister of MOIT
Logbook for recording the industrial precursor chemical production
Vietnam has been working on a draft National Chemical Inventory (NCI) and so far the inventory has been opened 5 times for industry to nominate substances. Currently, the inventory contains about 40,000 substances. The new deadline for substance submission is April 15th, 2021.
The final draft of the inventory is expected to be released by the end of this year. It's therefore important that all chemical manufacturers, importers, traders in Vietnam as well as non-Vietnamese manufacturers nominate their substances to the inventory to ensure their access to the market.
It's expected that the Inventory would be published by end of 2021. Its therefore important that all chemical manufacturers, importers, traders in Vietnam and from outside Vietnam nominate their substances to the inventory.
Once registered online, companies will be able to search the site for chemical substances. The search results will provide the status of the chemicals, which are divided into four groups:
nominated and verified – for this group, no further action is required. The chemicals have been included on the draft inventory;
nominated with some documentation – chemical substances which have been nominated, but have not yet been verified. In this case, companies can choose to attach further evidence or documentation. Companies are encouraged to submit additional evidence if feasible. If a company declines to submit additional evidence, and the information previously submitted by another company is deemed insufficient at a later point, the substance will not be added to the draft list of chemicals;
nominated – chemical substances which have been nominated but no documentation has been submitted. If no evidence is submitted for these chemicals, they will not be added to the draft inventory; and
not nominated – if not listed, then these chemical substances have not yet been nominated. Companies can nominate the substances and submit the required evidence.
The pesticide legislation and regulations in the countries share the following basic concepts:
* Submission of application to register for pesticide use, with required data and other information, and a draft of a label;
* Formation of a Technical Advisory Committee to assist in the evaluation of scientific data submitted for registration;
* Appointment of inspectors or officers to monitor and enforce the law; and " Control of imports and restrictions on availabiliy.
The agricultural sector in Vietnam has played the leading role in the transition to a market economy. Economic liberalization began with the realization that, with a population growing faster than food production and national income, Vietnam would soon be in a position where it could not guarantee its own food supply. Learning from the experiences of other countries, Vietnam immediately revised its plant protection policy and adopted IPM as its main program for plant protection. Where pesticides are to be used, the Ministry of Agriculture and Food Industries conducts research and training to guide the farmers on their pest management practices.
Domestic and foreign entities and individuals (with representative offices, companies, company branches trading in plant protection drugs licensed for operation in Vietnam) that manufacture plant protection drug active ingredients.
plant protection drugs of technical grade or finished plant protection products from the technicalgrade drugs may register under their own names PPD which they manufacture.
A manufacturer of active ingredients, technical-grade drugs or finished products that does not register them under its/his/her own name may authorize only one organization or individual that fully satisfies the conditions prescribed in Clause 3, Article 50 of the Law on Plant Protection and Quarantine to register each plant protection drug under its/his/her name.
An entity or individual may be authorized by only one manufacturer of active ingredients, technical-grade drugs or finished products to register each of those active ingredients, technical-grade drugs or finished products.
Register one trade name for each active ingredient, technical-grade drug or finished product for pest prevention and control or crop growth regulation. In case such active ingredient, technical-grade drug or finished product is used for disinfection of warehouses; preservation of plants; killing of termites harmful to construction works or dikes; or treatment of seeds, one more trade name shall be registered.
Register only one active ingredient content for each formulation of a plant protection drug; c/ Transfer trade names under Clauses 2, 3 and 4, and Points a and b, Clause 5, of this Article; d/ Not change trade names of plant protection drugs on the list, unless the state management agency in charge of intellectual property or a court makes written conclusions that they infringe upon trademarks of trade names on the list.
Change the manufacturer named in the plant protection drug registration certificate in case the manufacturer ceases supply of products or there is a written agreement on termination of authorization between the manufacturer and the authorized organization or individual.
Only five years after the organization or individual that first registers a plant protection drug containing active ingredients not yet on the list is granted a full registration certificate for such drug, may others file dossiers for supplementary registration of new trade names for plant protection drugs containing such active ingredients.
Plant protection drugs containing active ingredients being mixtures of chemicals and biologicals shall be managed like chemical drugs.
Plant protection drugs containing active ingredients not yet included in the list or plant protection drugs with new contents and compositions of active ingredients on the list which are invented and registered for use abroad.
Plant protection drugs containing active ingredients not yet included in the list or plant protection drugs with new contents and compositions of active ingredients on the list which are invented at home and proposed by scientific councils formed by the Plant Protection Department - Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development of Vietnam to the Plant Protection Department - Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development of Vietnam for recognition as plant protection drugs.
In case of Supplementary registration, Plant protection drugs having their trade names on the list but having their use scope broadened, or their dosage, usage, formulation type or active ingredient content changed.
Plant protection drugs containing active ingredients on the list but registered with other trade names.
A plant protection drug shall be removed from the list in the following cases:
It falls into one of the cases specified in Clause 2, Article 49; Points b and c, Clause 1, Article 54 of the Law on Plant Protection and Quarantine;
It is specified in Annex III to the Rotterdam Convention or warned by the United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), United Nations Environmental Program (UNEP) or World Health Organization (WHO).
Procedures for removing a plant protection drug from the list:
In the case specified at Point b, Clause 1 of this Article, the Plant Protection Department - Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development of Vietnam shall report to and propose in writing the Minister of Agriculture and Rural Development to remove such plant protection drug from the list.
In the case specified at Point a or b, Clause 2, Article 49 of the Law on Plant Protection and Quarantine, the Plant Protection Department - Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development of Vietnam shall summarize information and form a scientific council to consider and advise on the removal of such plant protection drug from the list, and report to and propose the Minister of Agriculture and Rural Development to remove such plant protection drug from the list.
The labeling requirements of the countries implementing a registration system are almost completely harmonized based on Relevant FAO guidelines:
All countries require the printing of labels in both the national language and the dialect of the locality where the material is used.
Legibility of the print is a common problem.
To facilitate monitoring of compliance, all countries operating a registration system print the registration number of the product prominently.
Many have imposed the use of color codes, based on the hazard classification system recommended by the World Health Association. Some countries have also incorporated the use of pictograms, as suggested by FAO
The Regulations for Pesticide Registration were promulgated in 1992 by the Ministry of Agriculture and Food Industries; the Plant Production and Protection Department (PPPD) became the implementing authority.
Efficacy protocols have been incorporated into the Vietnamese system. Efficacy trials must be performed at the Plant Production and Protection Stations located in the provinces. Cost and efficacy are the most important factors considered in reaching a regulatory decision.
Because most of Vietnam's pesticide imports are those that have been in use for years throughout the world, Vietnamese authorities believe there is information widely available on these products and that there is no need for the registrant to submit it- information on regulatory decisions abroad is considered more useful.
Recently, a new labeling system has been implemented in accordance with FAO guidelines. Color coding is now used on pesticide labels. In addition, labeling must be in Vietnamese. Because the Ministry of Agriculture and Food Industries is the major formulator, repackager, and retailer of pesticides in Vietnam, the labeling revisions were done uniformly and quickly.
Vietnam has two monitoring laboratories, which check product quality and, on occasion, residues on crops.
Global Product Compliance (GPC) specializes in Global Regulatory Compliance Solutions across sectors
globally. SSS Europe, a familiar name in chemical regulatory and compliance services now formally belongs
under the umbrella of GPC Holding Sweden.
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Have you had those moments where you waited too long to eat, and then struggled through a blood sugar crash where that hangry mood takes over. You felt lightheaded, shaky, and generally unwell. Not only will keeping your blood sugar stabilized throughout the day avoid this rough situation, it is a great way to have sustained energy, feel vibrant, and keep your body functioning optimally.
Balancing your blood sugar is essential — the longer you let your blood sugar run wild, the more your chances for developing a long-term problem can increase. How do you keep your blood sugar stabilized throughout the day? Follow these tips for blood sugar bliss.
1. Eat foods that release energy slowly
Your regime should consist of foods that are low on the glycemic index. These foods release energy into your bloodstream slowly for more sustainable energy. Foods like vegetables, legumes, berries, nuts, and seeds are all excellent choices for meals and for snacks.
2. Snack healthfully between meals
If you find yourself grouchy between breakfast and lunch, it’s time to either explore different choices for breakfast or start packing yourself a healthy snack that will keep you feeling balanced and satisfied until your lunch break. A protein-rich serving of almonds is an excellent choice, and easy to carry along with you. Choose wisely – focusing on protein and good fat – and you’ll find yourself adequately fueled for your day.
3. Add protein to each meal
When you eat protein, it helps signal to your brain that you’re full, making it one of the most important foods to eat. Protein can be found in many different foods eggs, almonds, broccoli, tuna, and lentils, to name a few. Making sure each meal has protein will help you stay satisfied longer without those hunger pangs setting in too quickly.
4. Don’t skip breakfast
Your body needs a good start each morning. Fuel it up right by eating a healthy breakfast that includes a healthy fat and a protein. A good example is a hardboiled egg and some avocado. This combination keeps your blood sugar levels stabilized and starts your day off right.
5. Stay away from sugar and refined carbs
Anything with sugar and refined carbs is best avoided. Processed foods are promoted everywhere, and fill the majority of our grocery store aisles. It can be challenging to ditch these entirely, so take it one step at a time. Swap one packaged snack item with apiece of fruit or some veggies. You’ll notice a huge difference once you fully get processed foods out of your kitchen, and foods will taste ten times better, too!
6. Say “no” to soda
Diet or regular, sodas are filled with sugar, preservatives and artificial sweeteners. These chemical-laden beverages are horrible for your health and will cause spikes in your blood sugar. Though artificial sweeteners don’t contain glucose, they have damaging effects on your blood sugar, brain cells and microbiome. Instead of soda, make your own fruit-infused water to curb sweet cravings without harming your body, or pop open an occasional LaCroix.
Choosing your foods with blood sugar levels in mind will help you keep your body functioning optimally and feeling fantastic. It’s never too late to make changes – your body will respond! If you already have a diabetes diagnosis, it’s not the end of the world. Reach out to me for the added support of a health coach as you make changes and restore insulin sensitivity to your cells.

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Light duty cantilever racking is a cost-effective warehouse option that’s ideal for storing items and materials that are long, bulky or irregularly shaped, including steel pipes, wooden planks, plastic tubing and more. This is possible because there are no structural components of the warehouse interfering with the handling of these items.
With a wide range of arm and base combinations available to choose from, the light duty cantilever racks from BHD Storage Solutions are designed to suit your individual storage requirements. Thanks to the column-to-base bolt system, the system can be adjusted and reconfigured to accommodate different loads and heights depending on your needs.
At BHD Storage Solutions, our light duty cantilever racking and shelving system is the best choice if you’re interested in planning for business growth and change. We’re leading the way in design and functionality of pivot arm technology, while ensuring the prevention of structural or product damage.
Every light duty cantilever rack that BHD Storage Solutions manufactures can be quickly assembled. They can also be easily disassembled to modify how they’re set up, allowing them to meet constantly changing storage requirements.
Our light duty cantilever racks can improve how stock is managed and moved, reducing handling times and increasing general employee productivity.
Every light duty cantilever rack that BHD Storage Solutions offers is made from powder-coated steel to protect against damage, resulting in excellent durability.
Using a light duty cantilever rack in your facility can help to better optimise storage space. It can be difficult to assign space for storage purposes, but this type of rack can be easily modified to accommodate any new storage requirements that arise.
Sydney, Brisbane and Melbourne warehouses can contact us to find out more about our light duty cantilever racks and discover a solution that works for them.
Materials – Only the highest quality materials and highest-grade steel materials, finishes and standards are selected to manufacture the various components of our light duty cantilever rack storage systems.
Manufacturing – Using advanced design software and engineering, BHD light duty cantilever racks are manufactured to exact tolerances. All items produced by BHD are able to be tracked via individual batch numbers, ensuring that in the unlikely event of product malfunction, a recall can be activated immediately.
Finish – We have tested our 5-step coating process and know we can provide a perfect finish every time with up to 10 years of protection if inspected annually.


Building Blocks: Connecting People, Places, and Policies
A space for thought-provoking conversations about the current issues, trends, ideas and big questions facing the affordable housing and community development field in the United States.
This podcast series is hosted by Laurel Blatchford, Senior Vice President and Chief Program Officer at Enterprise Community Partners.
S1E1: Disaster Recovery and Planning
After a devastating 2017 hurricane season, how can we help communities recover better, smarter, and more equitably? Enterprise’s Marion McFadden, Vice President of Policy, Michelle Whetten, Vice President and Gulf Coast Market Leader, and I discuss programmatic and policy responses in the short- and long-term in the wake of Hurricanes Harvey, Maria, and Irma.
S1E2: Faith-Based Development Initiative
Can unlocking land supply be the key to increasing affordable housing production? On this episode of Building Blocks, David Bowers, Enterprise’s Vice President and Mid-Atlantic Market Leader, and I discuss moving tax-exempt land owned by houses of worship into the development pipeline to create homes for low- to moderate-income communities.


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Reuters reports that a 31-year-old Spaniard with the initials of "JMR" who is a "big Madonna fan" was arrested in the town of Zaragoza in Northern Spain.
His crime? Posting a demo recording of "Give Me All Your Love" (or "Gimme All Your Luvin", we're seeing both), a track from Madge's still-untitled forthcoming album, two months before the single was due to drop.
Madonna had sent word through manager Guy Oseary that she was disappointed at whoever had leaked the track, declaring, "My true fans wouldn't do this."
@GuyOseary (Guy Oseary): Im very happy with the positive reaction to the demo, but we are very upset with whoever leaked the song!!!!!!!!The "Madonnaleaks" investigation, as it's been dubbed, began after lawyers for the singer (who was reportedly made very upset by the
Dec. 21, Reuters: Intellectual property watchdgos have targeted Spain as one of the world's largest copyright violators. The Socialist government, which left office this week, prepared a bill aimed at shutting down file-sharing web sites providing copyrighted material. But the law was never sent to Parliament.Gawker took a less-serious approach to the theft -- especially since the Madonna song was well received.
Dec. 22, Gawker: " ... thank this man for breaking up the continuous loop of Katy Perry, Gaga, and Adele that we have had to endure since Madonna released her last CD.The LA Times blog notes that the whole controversy "smacks of hydrangeas." If you don't know what they're referencing, click the video below.


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SPECIALTY: Auto aftermarket, consumer products
Guy Zaczepinski has been with Century Park Capital Partners since 2005. He is responsible for sourcing, evaluating and structuring growth equity and buyout transactions, as well as monitoring portfolio company investments. Zaczepinski currently sits on the boards of Covercraft Industries, Inc., The Mochi Ice Cream Company and Dominion Youth Services. Previously, Zaczepinski was with ACI Capital in New York. Zaczepinski has led five add-on acquisitions for Covercraft Industries, a Century Park portfolio company and a market leading player in the custom automotive accessory market, providing premium quality exterior and interior protection products for automotive enthusiasts. Two of these add-on acquisitions closed in 2018. On August 1, 2018, Covercraft acquired the operating assets of Marathon Seat Covers, a manufacturer of high-quality, precision-fit automotive seat covers primarily for pickup trucks and SUVs. The acquisition expanded Covercraft’s high growth seat cover offering and direct-to-consumer channel.

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Last night I watched the first movie in my challenge to watch and review all 9 films nominated for best motion picture at the 2012 Oscars.
For movie #1 I chose (it was the only one left at Redbox…) The Tree of Life
All I have to say is Snooze-fest 2012. Wow. This movie was hard to
stay awake during follow.
The first 50 minutes has about 36 seconds of dialogue and the rest contains various clips of space, the earth, water, and nature combined with excessively dramatic music but you rarely see an actual character in the movie. At one point (maybe minute 30 or 40) some dinosaurs pop up. Yes you read that right – DINOSAURS. At this point, the only thought in my head was “WTF?!”.
Finally after about an hour of this confusing abstract look at the earth and nature and what not, some real actors/characters show up – thank goodness. The final hour and 20 minutes showed a family of three boys growing up in the 1950s with intermittent clips of nature (you know, because it would be too simple to have a straight forward plot line)
Call me ignorant or closed minded, but I need a plot line and some dialogue if I’m going to sit down and watch a movie for over two hours. I’m not an unintelligent person and I do appreciate a film that makes the viewer think critically and figure some parts out on their own, however this movie was so
confusing random all-over-the-place weird abstract for my taste.
Even after reading the plot summary on Imdb, I was still left feeling completely dumb-founded as to what I had just done with the last 139 minutes of my life. If watching this movie hadn’t been part of a bigger goal, I definitely would not have even made it half way through the movie and further more I would consider those 139 minutes a complete waste of 2 hours in my life. However, I am glad I can check it off my list (only 8 more to go!)
So, if you’re thinking of checking this film out….please don’t waste your time. You can do so many other productive things with 2 hours of your life. Even watching two hours of Keeping up with the Kardashians would leave me feeling more stimulated.

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34west Theater Company - great friends and wonderful to work with....
but mostly, for me, it's just a lot of fun and laughing! Actors are a blast.
Which is of course why I love them all so much. Be sure to check out their website!
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CDC recommends shorter infant postvaccination testing interval for HBV
Experts from the Centers for Disease Control and prevention are recommending the interval of postvaccination serologic testing for hepatitis B virus infection be shortened to age 9 to 12 months from 9 to 18 months, according to a data published in Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report.
“This recommendation was prompted by the discontinuation of production of Comvax [Hib/HepB vaccine, Merck] and new data from the Enhanced Perinatal Hepatitis B Prevention Program supporting [postvaccinations serologic testing] 1 to 2 months after receipt of the last HepB vaccine dose, [at an age of at least] 9 months,” the researchers wrote in the report.
Researchers from the CDC, including Sarah Schillie, MD, reviewed the shortened interval of 9 to 12 months with health care professionals by evaluating new and existing study data on antibody to hepatitis B surface antigen (HBsAg; anti-HBs) levels among infants born to HBsAg-positive mothers.
In the Enhanced Surveillance: Perinatal Hepatitis B Program in Dallas County, Texas, among 348 infants born to mothers positive for HBsAg, postvaccination serologic testing (PVST) performed between 4 and 7 months (OR = 1.8; 95% CI, 1.2-2.8) and 8 and 11 months after the final vaccine dose (OR = 4.4; 95% CI, 1.3-14.5) was associated with lower anti-HBs levels compared with PVST 1 to 3 months after vaccination, according to the report.
In another study, CDC experts evaluated study data of 8,105 infants without HBsAg enrolled in the Enhanced Perinatal Hepatitis B Prevention Program, who were born to mothers positive for HBsAg. The infants’ anti-HBs levels were measured in intervals from 1 to 16 months after the final HepB vaccine dose. The report stated that the percentage of infants whose anti-HBs levels were less than 10 mIU/mL were: 2% at 1 to 2 months; 2.8% at 3 to 4 months; 5.1% at 5 to 6 months; 7.8% at 7 to 8 months; 9.3% at 9 to 10 months; 13.3% at 11 to 12 months; 16.3% at 13 to 14 months; and 21.6% at 15 to 16 months (P < .01 for all). Nearly 22.3% of all infants in this study underwent PVST more than 6 months after the final vaccine dose, according to the research.
“The optimal timing for PVST to detect a vaccine response generally is 1 [to] 2 months after the final dose of the HepB vaccine series,” the researchers wrote. “Results of tests for HBsAg can be transiently positive for 1 [to] 18 days after vaccination. PVST should be performed no earlier than age 9 months to avoid detection of passive anti-HBs from hepatitis B immune globulin administered at birth and to maximize the likelihood of detecting late HBV infection.”
A benefit of PVST between 9 and 12 months is that it provides an opportunity for the child to undergo HBV testing twice at regular wellness visits: one at the 9-month visit and one at the 12-month visit, according to researchers. Another “added benefit” to the shortened interval to PVST is a shorter time period in which nonresponders are at risk for transmission after close contact with HBV.
“Earlier PVST enables prompt revaccination of those infants needing revaccination with a second 3-dose HepB vaccine series to attain protective anti-HBs levels,” the researchers wrote. “A shortened interval might also increase adherence with recommendations for timely completion of PVST and conserve public health resources involved in providing case management services.”
The researchers concluded: “Although no data are available, CDC subject matter experts postulate that harm will not occur as a result of a shortened PVST interval. PVST (consisting of HBsAg and anti-HBs) for infants born to HBsAg-positive mothers should be performed at age 9 [to] 12 months, or 1 [to] 2 months after the final dose of the HepB vaccine series if completion of the series is delayed.”
Disclosures: Schillie reports no relevant financial disclosures.

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Need a hand? Well here’s an arm for good measure. This artisan brooch is handmade, the branch-like arm is crafted from bronze while the pin is made up of 18k and 14k gold. The arm and fingers feature rugged irregular lines, and a textured palm which makes the brooch feel like the Brutalist modern equivalent to the dainty hand motif jewelry of the Victorian age. This piece is the definition of wearable art, a miniature sculpture in its own right.
Excellent vintage condition.
The piece is signed by the artist but we were unable to identify (see photo). It is also marked "18K," "14K" and "Bronze."
The brooch measures 3” long, the hand is approximately 7/8” wide.


Quiz sheet for Three phase induction motor characteristics
A locked rotor test is used to determine
A) starting torque and starting current
B) starting torque and full load current
C) full load torque and starting current
D) full load torque and full load current
A motor that has external connections to the armature could be a;
A) Slip ring motor.
B) Squirrel cage induction motor.
C) Capacitor start motor.
D) Capacitor start/run motor.
A wound rotor motor is identified by
A) Slip rings
B) The rotor cage
C) The way the stator is wound
D) The terminal block
At near full load speed, torque is directly proportional to
D) power factor
Maximum torque is developed in a squirrel cage induction motor when
A) rotor reactance is equal to rotor resistance
B) the rotor is at standstill
C) the rotor is at full speed
D) the rotor is at synchronous speed
Of the options below, which starter will give the HIGHEST STARTING TORQUE when line current is limited to 80%
A) Secondary resistance starter
B) Star-delta starter
C) Primary resistance starter
D) Auto transformer starter
The induction motor that can have resistance added to the rotor is
A) a wound rotor motor
B) high resistance cage
C) low resistance cage
D) dual cage
The method of braking that involves reversing two phase called
A) Plug braking
B) Dynamic braking
C) Regenerative braking
D) Rapid braking
The power factor of an induction motor
A) increases as load increases
B) decreases as load increases
C) is constant
D) decreases when load increases
When compared to conventional single cage machines, dual cage machines
A) have higher starting torque and slightly lower full load speed.
B) higher starting torque and higher full load speed.
C) lower starting torque and slightly lower full load speed.
D) lower starting torque and higher full load speed.


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Unsettled markets make financial decisions difficult
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You may find yourself unsettled by the ups and downs of the stock market. It has become increasingly difficult to make educated decisions on what you should do with your money.
From television to next-door neighbors to Internet chat rooms, everyone seems to have an opinion, but how can you be sure you are getting the right advice? What can you do to ensure you make the right choices?
A personal financial plan may be the answer. A financial plan can help you negotiate the twists and turns of the market because your investment strategy is based on your own situation and goals, not what the market is doing.
A financial plan is a guide to help you determine where you are financially, where you want to be, and how to get there. Many people resist creating a financial plan because it seems like too much trouble. If you’ve seen your investments seesaw, now may be the time to consider putting a plan together. You can create the plan yourself or find a qualified financial professional who has the knowledge and experience to help guide your decisions. A good financial plan will look at all the pieces of your financial picture, including investment objectives, risk tolerance, budgeting, saving, credit, taxes, insurance, retirement planning, estate planning and more. Here are some questions a financial professional may ask:
n What are your investment goals? Are you saving for a long-term goal, like retirement or a child’s education? Or are you looking forward to fulfilling some more immediate goal, like starting your own business or paying for a daughter’s wedding?
How much money do you have available to invest?
How long will you keep the money invested? Can you add to your investments on a regular basis? Do you need the income from your investments for living expenses?
Do you have enough cash available in the event of an emergency?
How much can you afford to put at risk? This question is part “psychology of
investing” but also considers your age, your current income, your potential income and your total assets.
The answers to these and other important questions are the starting points of your plan.
The next step is to outline the types of investments that are appropriate for you and how much of each to invest in. Specifically, you need to decide how much to put in liquid investments, like money market funds, how much to put in dividend paying investments and how much to put in stocks. A diversified portfolio helps cushion against the ups and downs of the market.
Each of these different types of investments performs in different ways. Often some investments will be rising while others may be falling. Deciding on an appropriate mix for your particular situation can be the most important investment decision you make.
Whether you choose to create your own financial plan or seek out the help of a professional, having a plan in place can help ensure that your investment decisions are the right ones for you.
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CHICAGO — The aggressive San Diego Padres traded for another big arm on Tuesday night, acquiring Yu Darvish in a blockbuster deal with the Chicago Cubs.
The Padres got Darvish, catcher Victor Caratini and cash from the Cubs for right-hander Zach Davies and four young minor leaguers. The switch-hitting Caratini caught Darvish in Chicago and batted .241 with 16 RBIs last season.
Davies went 7-4 with a 2.73 ERA in 12 starts for San Diego this year. The package of prospects headed to Chicago includes Owen Caissie, an 18-year-old outfielder who was selected by the Padres in the second round of this year’s amateur draft.
The 34-year-old Darvish was 8-3 with a 2.01 ERA in 12 starts for Chicago during the pandemic-shortened season, finishing second in the NL Cy Young Award race. He has three years and $59 million left on the $126 million, six-year deal he signed with the Cubs before the 2018 season.
San Diego also completed a big trade Tuesday with Tampa Bay for ace left-hander Blake Snell. The 2018 AL Cy Young Award winner was sent from the Rays to the Padres for a package of four players: right-handers Luis Patiño and Cole Wilcox, and catchers Francisco Mejía and Blake Hunt — all well-regarded youngsters from a San Diego system that’s been stocking the farm for years.
The Padres made the playoffs this year for the first time since 2006, but their injury-depleted rotation was in shambles when the postseason arrived. They beat St. Louis in the first round before they were swept in three Division Series games by their NL West rivals, the World Series champion Los Angeles Dodgers.
Mike Clevinger, acquired from Cleveland in August, isn’t expected back from Tommy John surgery until 2022, but the Padres have other quality starters in Dinelson Lamet and Chris Paddack. Left-hander MacKenzie Gore is one of baseball’s top pitching prospects.
Darvish is in the middle of a career renaissance after struggling upon arrival in Chicago. He was limited to eight starts and 40 innings in 2018 because of injuries. He started to regain his form in 2019, posting a 2.76 ERA with 118 strikeouts in 81 2/3 innings over his final 13 starts.
He picked up this year right where he left off, helping the Cubs to the NL Central title. The right-hander attributed some of his turnaround to going back to a more deliberate style that he employed when he was a star pitcher in Japan. He also has developed a rapport with Caratini that should help his transition to San Diego.
Four years after a historic World Series championship, Chicago is retooling under Jed Hoyer, who was promoted to president of baseball operations after Theo Epstein stepped down in November. Veteran outfielders Kyle Schwarber and Albert Almora Jr. were let go on Dec. 2, but the Darvish deal is the team’s biggest move since Hoyer took over.
There could be more trades on the horizon. All-Star sluggers Kris Bryant, Javier Báez and Anthony Rizzo are eligible for free agency after next season. But the Cubs still might be able to contend while Hoyer reworks the roster due to the cost-cutting atmosphere around the NL Central.
Minor league infielders Reginald Preciado, 17, and Yeison Santana, 20, and outfielder Ismael Mena, 18, also were acquired by the Cubs in the Darvish trade.
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Mahlia and Mouse are two youths caught in the armed conflict raging through what was once the mid-Atlantic and southern United States. The United States has long since crumbled, crushed under its own weight and now a third world country resembling modern Somalia: ruled by warlords and battling factions, each claiming to more patriotic than the other, and China has become the dominant world power. After attempts to bring peace to the troubled region fail, the Chinese peacekeeping forces leave, abandoning the people of the once mighty nation to its fate. Also abandoned is Mahlia, a half Chinese "castoff," reminiscent of the children left behind by soldiers at the end of the Vietnam War. Mahlia and her best friend, a young boy named Mouse, encounter bio-engineered super soldier Tool, and before long they begin to plan their way out of the region of the Drowned Cities. However, before they can enact their plan, tragedy strikes and the two become separated. Continuing with the theme of family and loyalty encountered in Ship Breaker, the choice presents itself: rescue a friend despite seemingly impossible odds, or flee to a region of safety, security and peace.
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Global trends such as urbanization, demographic and climate change that are currently underway pose serious challenges to sustainable development and integrated resources management. The complex relations between demands, resource availability and quality and financial and physical constraints can be addressed by knowledge based policies and reform of professional practice. The nexus approach recognizes the urgent need for this knowledge and its interpretation in a policy- relevant setting that is guided by the understanding that there is a lack of blueprints for development based on integrated management of water, soil and waste resources in the Member States. Generation and application of knowledge is both a priority for individual but also institutional capacity development.
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Based on papers and discussions surrounding the international kick-off workshop of the UNU-FLORES institute, held in Dresden, Germany in November, 2013, this book elaborates on key themes of the nexus approach to management of environmental resources- water, soil and waste.
The first three chapters address issues of global change and the nexus approach to environmental governance. Discussion includes concepts of poverty-environment nexus, adapative management, questions surrounding inter-sectionality, interactionality and hybridity. Chapters 4, 5 and 6 elaborate on the challenges of financing infrastructure projects, including questions of accountability and autonomy, in the context of decentralization and deregulation. Issues relating to the role of central transfers, taxes and tariffs and potential applications of results-based financing approaches to support sustainable service are also discussed. Chapters 7, 8 and 9 explore strategies for implementation, focusing on European experience with application of life-cycle cost analysis in water and wastewater projects, the use of an agro-ecology framework to support wastewater reuse in agriculture and applications of data visualization techniques for evidence based decision making.
The book concludes with a chapter by the editors, whose title expresses perhaps the most difficult question faced by development planners in addressing challenges of global change: Policy is Policy and Science is Science: Shall the Twain Ever Meet?About the Author:
Prof. Dr. Reza Ardakanian is the Founding Director of United Nations University Institute for Integrated Management of Material Fluxes and of Resources (UNU-FLORES^ry of Interior (1987–1989).
Dr. Mathew Kurian is Academic Officer and leads the Capacity Development and Governance unit at United Nations University Institute for Integrated Management of Material Fluxes and of Resources (UNU-FLORES). Prior to joining UNU-FLORES, he served as Senior Water and Sanitation Specialist at Water and Sanitation Programme (WSP) of The World Bank where he led policy advocacy efforts related to rural water supply, wastewater reuse, and climate adaptation options in secondary towns. He began his career as a Robert McNamara Fellow at the World Bank where his work on land tenure reform was hosted by the Tata Energy Research Institute (TERI), New Delhi.
Upon completing his PhD in Development Studies from the Institute of Social Studies (ISS), Erasmus University, The Hague, Netherlands, Dr. Kurian was employed as Associate Expert (Dutch Ministry of Foreign Affairs) at International Water Management Institute (IWMI-CGIAR) where he undertook assessments of soil and water conservation interventions in the Mekong and Nile river basins. In 2009 as member of faculty at UNESCO-IHE, Delft, Dr. Kurian led the development of a policy note on urban sanitation and the Millennium Development Goals (MDGs) for the Directorate General of International Cooperation (DGIS) in the Netherlands. While still at UNESCO-IHE, Dr. Kurian developed an online e-learning course on governance of water and sanitation services in developing countries.
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text: No Innocent Victim originally formed in 1992. After releasing 2 self promoted albums, and non-stop touring, the band signed with Victory Records in 1998. 1999 saw the release of their Victory debut "Flesh And Blood" and a US tour with New York hardcore Godfathers - Agnostic Front. During that tour, Agnostic Front invited NIV to do a 5 week "Unity Fest" European tour with them and the US Bombs. This tour consisted of 33 shows in 35 days in a dozen different countries with an average attendance of 1,000 people each night.


Starting at 8:30 a.m. on Monday, November 4, 2013, Slate Drive will be closed to all traffic from North Washington Street to Granite Drive.
Vehicles entering or exiting the Boulder Ridge Subdivision should use Medora Avenue or Boulder Ridge Road.
The closure is due to utility work and is expected to last until late in the day on Wednesday, November 6, 2013, weather permitting.
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(That's my Little Visitor, he didn't have too much excitement at my house so we decided to fake some exotic trips!)
Prompt: July - Midnight opening Team: Textbook Event: Fabricology Bonus Points: None Project Name: Monty Python and the Holy Grail T-Shirt Brief Description: I was looking for something cute and quick, and while cutting out stencils is never exactly quick (thank you Rosemary and Thyme marathon for keeping me company!), it was easy enough and I really like the way it turned out.
It's totally not 'shopped, you can tell because of the pixels and lack of any subtlety at all! This is old school cut-and-paste photoshopping!
I was scrambling for a project to fill the "photo" prompt for the Summer Nerd Games, because my original idea took too long and my Plan B was a hilarious failure. And then, inspiration struck while cleaning out a shelf at work! I found a slide viewer (I didn't think we had slides, but I eventually unearthed a dozen random ones) and while telling a co-worker about the fun way you can "fake" a transparent slide image with simple packing tape (I honestly can't remember where I heard about that, somewhere on the internet!), a light bulb went on! My Little Visitors could bring home slides of themselves in exotic locations!
Sure, I could have photoshopped them into the picture first, but where's the fun in that? After a bit of trial and error, this is what worked for me.
Step one - cut out your foreground image, closely around the subject. Please note that as I recall, this only works with magazine photos or laser printer photos, no ink jets.
Step two - position the foreground image on the packing tape.
Step three - place your background image on the tape.
Step four - burnish, burnish, burnish! Really rub, and make sure you get the tape tight around the cut-out foreground image.
Step five - flip tape over and wet the paper.
Step six - Rub! Gently, adding more water as needed. Careful when it peels off around the cut-out.
Step seven - rinse and dry! You can't dry it with a cloth or towel, because it will still be slightly tacky. Either air dry or, if you're impatient, a hairdryer.
Step eight - I added another piece of tape to the back side (because it was still slightly sticky) and popped them into cutout cardboard "slide holders" (you could also use the real thing). And voila! Vacation slides!
Okay, I feel better about my yarn collection, now! I'm also envious of everyone who knits socks (some day I'll try it!).
I have been up to my eyeballs in things that need to get done *right now*, and I signed up for too many swaps, and I might be slightly sleep deprived, so sorry for the rambling, incoherent photo-dump...
I'm also racing to finish the Summer Nerd Games... O.o
127. Sugar Scrub, made for some people who were envious of the scrub I had in my house (courtesy of Cryssoleil! ... so it's kinda her fault I had to make this! ~.^)
128. Small crochet plane for a Commemorative Air Force raffle:
129. Whimsical Shrine for swap:
130. My first attempt at a little zippered pouch for the Nerd Games Swap:
131. Craft all the Things hoop for the Nerd Games Swap:
132. Crocheted Dalek for the Nerd Games Swap:
133. Nerd Girl ATC for the Nerd Games Swap:
134. Finally finished octopus (ran out of red fuzzy yarn, it was discontinued so I had to unravel two legs and use a close match to finish him, with the tops of the legs at least matching the body):
Photos definitely count, and add me to the number that say the book-pillow one is most excellent!
Ludi, I need to watch that movie! As soon as I'm done with my current crop of library DVDs...
Prompt: August Battle: Earth vs. Air vs. Fire vs. *Water* Team: Textbook Event: Yarnology Bonus Points: UFO! Project Name: Octopus! Brief Description: I started this octopus ages ago, and ran out of the red fuzzy yarn. The *discontinued* red fuzzy yarn. :/ Luckily, a friend gave me some that was close enough, and I unraveled (no easy task!) the two legs I'd made and used that yarn to top the legs made with the new yarn. Then I made the belly with new yarn and he was finally done!
Here's a picture of how he's been for years, with the two finished legs:
Prompt: August - String Theory Team: Textbook Event: Yarnology Bonus Points: N/A Project Name: Dalek Brief Description: A Dalek I crocheted for LovelyMiss in the Nerd Games Swap!
Prompt: August - Rhinestone cowboy Team: Textbook Event: Paperology Bonus Points: N/A Project Name: Library Art Postcard Brief Description: Our library put out a call for postcard art, and I saw it as the perfect opportunity to play with my new iridescent watercolors!
To show the shiny:
Prompt: Team Spirit: Wordy: Quotes Team: Textbook Event: Fabricology Bonus Points: N/A Project Name: Hyperbole and a Half Hoop Brief Description: The _____ all the things! meme is one of my favorites, and when I saw LovelyMiss had Hyperbole and a Half-related crafts pinned I HAD to make it for her in the Nerd Games Swap. Of course I chose "Craft all the things!" as a saying. And I ended up (after much trial and error) using markers on the fabric to color it in. The watercolors bled too much and the watercolor pencils weren't vibrant enough. It was an experiment, but I'm pretty happy with how it turned out.
Prompt: Red Alert! Perseid Meteor Shower Team: Textbook Event: Paperology Bonus Points: N/A Project Name: Rocket Surgery ATC Brief Description One of my favorite sayings, in ATC forms! Colored pencils and ink. You can't have space without rockets, right? And if you have rockets, you need rocket surgeons!
Four more prompts, five more days... I don't know if I'll make it, but I'll give it a try!
The Totoro felt bag and the TM patch and zipper bags are awesome! I received today from LovelyMiss, and maybe I shouldn't have told her I was going to send extras (because she's awesome and amazing for doing all she does for the Nerd Games, and if anyone deserves spoiling, it's her!) because she totally outdid me!
First, the card. Now, she doesn't know this, but back when I did a Stig Needlebook for the Movie/TV swap, I tried so hard to do s Stig silhouette and ended up having to go with a cartoon Stig. She, on the other hand, nailed the classic Stig in her paper cut-out:
Then the supplies, which she said she intentionally went light on because I may have a slight hoarding problem (when two people inside a month have the same "whoaaaaaa" reaction to your craft room, you might have a problem...). So, fluffy fluffy soooooooft yarn (I think I already know what I'm going to make with them!):
And an awesome bag of random bits and bobs, the which is so much fun! I am positive I'll find tons of uses for them - I'm a huge sucker for "random bags" and whatnot:
And the crafts! Oh, yes, craft*S*! First up, a pretty pretty suncatcher, which I'm sorry I can't photograph in all its glory (well, actually only slightly sorry, because if it was sunny out today I think the heat would be complete unbearable instead of only mostly unbearable!):
And a handy Tardis-blue braided key lanyard! That will be nice for carrying the key when walking the dog, since I don't always have pockets...
And a Pi hoop! I admit to making a slight squeeing noise when I saw this, because my love for Pi knows no bounds, and it's just so cute! I love the layers:
And there you'd think it was a pretty awesome package, yes? I think anyone would be happy with it. BUT THAT'S NOT ALL! Behold, a mini-shrine of many many things I love, all eclectically jumbled together, exactly like the inside of my head:
I honestly could not tell you what my favorite part of it is, maybe the little square root of negative one clipboard... or the tiny little mushroom... or the books, oh my the adorableness of the little books!
I can't say thank you enough, it is awesome! I hope you like your package half as much! *chews on nails anxiously*
Prompt: June - Where's Waldo? Team: Textbook Event: Foodology Bonus Points: N/A Project Name: Birthday Cake! Brief Description: I was planning on making a cake with one of my 3-D molds (bunny, duck, peep...) for my friend's birthday, but when I went digging in my cake pan cabinet, I found this giant cookie cake pan and knew I had to use it. I remember wanting it for a long time, and I think getting it as a present, but I only used it one, long, long ago. And after using it, I remembered why... first off, you have to grease in alllllllll those little indentions (I used a - new - paint brush). Then you have to clean alllllllll those little indentions (I used a toothbrush!). The greasing and cleaning probably took the better part of an hour, let alone making the actual cake. Still cute, though! Project Picture:
Prompt: July - Wee bit Team: Textbook Event: Craftology Bonus Points: None Project Name: Mini Shrine, in particular, the crocheted balloon... Brief Description: Made for my partner in the Whimsical Shrine swap, it's a tree full of tiny cranes, a mini bench, a few peg people, and a tiny tiny tiny crocheted balloon.
Prompt: August - Secret stash Team: Textbook Event: Yarnology Bonus Points: Giver! Project Name: Crocheted plane Brief Description: My friend asked if I wanted to donate something to a silent auction for the Commemorative Air Force (they keep vintage airplanes flying, like the B-29 "Fifi"), and I found a pattern in Dutch on the internet, then added a propeller. I later found someone had translated the pattern, but in the meantime I learned a lot of crochet-specific Dutch words... and it was cool to find out I'd translated it (with a bit of help from Google, though not as much as you'd think!) correctly!
Also, all the yarn and stuffing was already in my craft room.
Prompt: August Mob - Happy! Team: Textbook Event: Craftology Bonus Points: N/A Project Name: Sugar Scrub Brief Description: A good friend of mine (Cryssoleil) gave me some peppermint/coconut oil sugar scrub for Christmas last year, and in that time everyone who stays at my house has used it. My aunts fell in LOVE with it and so I made a huge batch and parceled it out to everyone! They were very happy, indeed! I wonder if this means they won't visit any more, though... was it me, or the sugar scrub...? O.o (Pictured is an example of both the peppermint and orange/vanilla one I made)
I received from Fancybutch! A package of awesome science-y goodness, though no cheesecake (it was packaged in a cheesecake box...). I'm not surprised it wasn't cheesecake, since it would have gone bad by the time out got here, but... now I really want cheesecake!
First up, wall art! You can never never have too much wall art, just too few walls... on the left, a quilled eye (it took my a minute to get because I was holding it sideways and was thinking... what an odd digestive tract! Then I turned it and went... oh, but a brilliant eye!) and on the right, Marie Curie with a wonderful quote (and a really cool iridescent sheen, no idea how you did that!).
Next up, an adorable beaker pincushion! Sooooo cute and super useful! This one is going on the nightstand so I'll stop losing pins in bed (tell me I'm not the only one who sews in bed and have had that happen...).
Aaaaaand! A Teesha Moore patch nerdy needlebook! You can never have too many needlebooks, I need them in every room and every project bag, so maybe a dozen more and I'll be set...


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I love this background, Rhonda.
Coming along beautifully, Rhonda. I love how you are painting the woman in this. Great highlights. The features look fine to me as they are not the focus of the piece and there isn't a whole lot of room for detail. But what do I know (not much!)??
This is, I think, my fav of the Caw Girl series. I like the mood of it and the abstract nature of the background contrasting with the soft reality of the crow and girl. Keep on with this one Rhonda, you can do it!
Thanks, Asit, Michelle, Sherry, and Susan. I admit, I am struggling a bit right now but it will pass - I may return to drawing for a while or just small watercolors until I get past this lack of energy and belief in my work - you all know how it goes...
I love the feeling this has. Beautiful!
Thanks so much, Susan. I always appreciate the support - you guys are better to me than I am to myself, that's for sure!
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Person Centered Excellence Report, December 2015The agency continued to move forward on the road to Person-Centered Excellence in December. On December 1st, a group of staff met to discuss how we are introducing discussions around rights and choice to both individuals and staff. We talked about using house meetings to bring individuals and staff together to discuss specific topics that affect everyday life. Going forward, we are inviting individuals supported residentially to attend at least part of every staff meeting. We decided that we need to give staff additional opportunities to discuss rights and choice so they can become more comfortable with reasonable risk. On December 7th, we held both morning and afternoon “all staff” open meetings where staff had to opportunity to talk about person-centered excellence. Two days later all of the Life Journey Conversation (POMs) interviewers met. We agreed to change our practice around staffing the interviews to expand the number of staff who can be involved. We agreed that allowing trained scribes to take notes during the interviews, would, in effect, double the number of interviewers. Trained interviewers can continue our current practice if they wish. Beginning in February we will train scribes for this purpose. Interested staff should look for announcements for the training in mid-January. On December 14th, the Operations group met to identify metrics which will be used to measure our compliance with Basic Assurances. For Basic Assurance One (Rights Protection and Promotion) we choose to measure whether or not the Residential Advisory Council met as well as to measure the number of outcomes present for “People Exercise Rights” section of the Life Journey Conversation protocol. For Two (Dignity and Respect) we choose to measure the rate of staff completion of annual refreshers regarding promoting positive relationships and measuring responses to questions on respect from the annual survey. For Three (Natural Support Network) we will measure how many individuals choose to invite others than staff to their ISP meetings as well as how many times we bill for services aligned to a community integration valued outcome. Additionally, we circulated draft guidelines on developing natural supports as well as a draft standard on health care decision making. Finally, we reviewed our progress on meeting the 2015 goals from our Person-Centered Excellence Plan. Of the 20 listed goals, we fully met 8 and have made at least some progress on meeting the other 12.


PORTSMOUTH, VA. (AP) - Republican presidential candidate Mitt Romney will have two governors campaigning for him in Virginia.
Va. Gov. Bob McDonnell and La. Gov. Bobby Jindal will make a series of appearances on behalf of Romney on Wednesday.
The duo will first appear at a rally in Portsmouth before making their way to meet and greets in Chester and Sterling later in the day.
Romney will also make another campaign stop in Virginia later this week. On Friday he'll hold a rally at Mobility Supercenter in Richmond.
Romney made two appearances in Virginia on Monday. He gave a foreign policy speech at Virginia Military Institute in Lexington and then attended a rally in Newport News.
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DETROIT LAKES - Tanner Lane's hockey career as a Detroit Lakes Laker is over.
After a whirlwind of a summer -- which included getting drafted into the USHL by the Fargo Force, signing a commitment to play with Dean Blais' University of Nebraska -- Omaha and getting selected by the NHL Atlanta Thrashers -- it was time for Lane to make one more decision.
Although it was a tough one, it made the most sense for Lane, as the 2009 Minnesota leading scorer decided to leave the Lakers and play for the USHL's Force.
Lane participated in the Force's tryout camp last week Sunday through Wednesday and by Thursday, he was on the team.
"They called me Thursday and said I made the team and I committed then to play for them," Lane said.
With Lane committing to play for Division I Nebraska-Omaha, which will start playing in the WCHA this coming season, and being drafted into the NHL were definitely influencing factors for Lane's decision to forego his senior season at DLHS and play on the junior level.
"Playing on the level of the USHL, it's a good league to develop my skills," Lane said. "It is a matter of getting better."
Force head coach and general manager Steve Johnson added they have been scouting Lane for a while now and his play during their tryout camp solidified a spot on the 2010-11 squad.
"Tanner can skate well and is a good puck handler," Johnson said. "He plays at a good pace and has a good frame build to out-physical other people."
But after being the go-to guy on the ice for the Lakers the last three years -- as well as being the focal point of defenses -- Lane will be entering an entirely new level of hockey and possibly a different role to start out with.
In other words, this summer has been fun, but the work has only just begun.
"It's an entirely different game now for Tanner," Johnson said. "It is a big step for him. He is very raw and needs to play a little different using other teammates and learn how to move the puck to the open guy.
"But we are confident he will learn."
Lane will be the first Laker player to leave early to play juniors, although he won't be the youngest player on the Force.
Johnson said Lane is still an above-average age player and will benefit from playing juniors because it is a "college setting" atmosphere.
Lane also will be granted his goal to graduate with his DL schoolmates.
He will be living in Fargo with his uncle Lincoln McArthur's family and will take online classes to complete his high school class requirements.
But Lane will not forget his roots as a Laker.
"I'm happy how my career went in Detroit Lakes," Lane said. "I grew up through the ranks (of the DL hockey program). I started playing (varsity) my freshman season here and felt I got better and better.
"It was a great year last year, too, and I had fun playing with the team."
Lane will be playing on a team which has experienced great success through its two years of existence.
Under the leadership of Blais in the Force's inaugural season, Fargo played to the USHL championship and finished as the league's runners-up.
Last season, with Blais at Nebraska-Omaha, Johnson led the Force back to the championship series, before losing to Green Bay in the final game.
"First, I need to earn a roster spot and learn what my role will be," Lane said. "It is a total different game now."
The Force's 60-game season will start Friday, Oct. 1, against Chicago in Fargo.


Picture the scene. You’re about to go to bed. There’s one last task to do – you need to take the recycling out. You collect the bag, open the front door, and head for the bin. Behind you, you hear an ominous slam. That’s right, your door has shut. It’s nearly midnight, and you’re locked out of your home.
If you’ve had my experience, or something similar, this article is for you! We’re going to take a look at seven ways to open a locked door. Whether it’s an interior, outside or even car door, we’ve got a method that will work.
So read on, and never again worry about shivering in your pyjamas in the front garden.
1. Bump it open
No, we’re not talking here about brute force (that comes later). What we mean is a handy little gadget called a bump key. A bump key will work with a tumbler lock, the kind you’ll often find on exterior doors.
To make one, you’ll need any key that will fit in the lock. It doesn’t need to turn – because if it did, you’d just be able to open the door! But as long as it will fit inside, it can be made to open the door.
To turn your standard key into a bump key, you need to file it down. File it as low as it will go without losing the cut shapes.
You’ll need to do this yourself – not surprisingly, most locksmiths won’t make something that’s so handy for criminals. Of course, in the internet age, it’s also possible to pick up bump keys online. You can even buy them in sets for different kinds of locks.
Push the bump key into the lock, right up to the last pin. What do we mean by that? Well, a tumbler lock has a round piece of metal – the tumbler – that keeps the door secure. To open the door, the tumbler needs to be moved out of the way. The things that hold it in place are a series of pins.
When you insert your key into a lock, you’ll feel a series of soft clicks. These are the pins being lifted by the teeth of the key. As the key moves further into the lock, the pin that’s been lifted by the tooth falls into the groove next to it. That keeps the pin away from the tumbler.
When your bump key reaches the final pin, stop pushing and strike the key hard with a rubber hammer. Now turn the key – fast.
The pins are in two sections, and the impact of the hammer should lift the upper parts from the tumbler. Time your key turn just right, and the tumbler will swivel and the door will open.
You might find you need a few attempts, but stick at it, and you’ll get there. Just beware – if you’re picking a cheaper lock, using a bump key can damage it.
2. Use a credit card
We’ve all seen this in the movies – but how do you actually use a credit card to pick a lock?
To begin with, we need to be realistic. This method won’t work for heavy duty or complex locks, or any door with a deadbolt. If you’re trying to unlock a modern front door, it’s unlikely to be a runner. But for older or interior locks, it can be effective.
It’s also worth bearing in mind that this method can be tough on the card that’s used. We wouldn’t recommend whipping out your everyday credit or debit card. Your door may open, but you’ll probably find your card is useless next time you go to the shops!
All you need is a card that’s laminated and has a bit of flex. An old gift card is ideal.
Slide the card into the crack between the door and frame, just above the lock. You want to use the longer side of the card for this.
Now, keeping the card at right angles to the door, slide it downwards behind the bolt. Tip it at a slight angle as you do so. Pull the card down slowly and firmly, turning the door handle as you go.
3. Apply tension
We’re talking here about using a set of tension picks. Deploying these is a skilled job, and they’re usually only available to licenced locksmiths. But if you’ve got the patience, you can make a rough set yourself.
The two main parts of a tension pick set are the wrench and the pick. The materials you’ll need to make them depend on the strength of the lock. If it’s weak, you can make do with a couple of paperclips. But for tougher models, you’ll need something that’s heavier duty.
Spring steel is a good option for the pick. The blades of hacksaws can be repurposed for the job. Just bear in mind that the width of the blade will determine the size of the lock your pick can handle. You’ll need the end to be shaped like the letter “r”.
For the wrench, an Allen key is ideal. File it down so that you have a flat, L-shaped tool. This is what you’ll use to put pressure on the bottom part of the lock.
When your tools are ready, position the wrench in the bottom of the lock. You need to apply continuous pressure as you work on the lock with your pick.
To make sure you’re turning the wrench the right way, listen carefully as you insert and remove the pick. If the wrench is being turned in the correct direction, you’ll hear the pins in the lock fall into place.
Now insert your pick again and work at the lock. You want the end of the tool to lift each of the pins in turn. Keeping the tension on the wrench will stop them from falling back into position.
Unless you’re a practised locksmith, be prepared to spend a fair bit of time on this.
4. Put a hex on an interior door
There’s no witchcraft required here. What we need is a hex wrench, also known as an Allen wrench. You can pick up a set at most hardware stores. They’re L-shaped pieces of metal with a hexagonal cross-section.
If you need to open an interior door, using a hex wrench can work well. The door does, though, need to have the right kind of lock. If the doorknob has a small, round hole in the center, you’re in luck. A hex wrench will do the business.
Now find the correct wrench for the size of the hole in the doorknob. You want it to fit snugly, but you shouldn’t have to force it in. When you’ve found the right one, push it straight into the hole then jiggle it gently from side to side.
Finally, turn the wrench and the door should open. The process is much quicker and easier than some of the other methods on our list. But it will only work on the right kind of lock.
If you need to open the door fast and don’t have a hex wrench the right size, try a screwdriver. It works in almost exactly the same way. You’ll just need to turn the doorknob as you jiggle the screwdriver about.
5. Unlock your car using a coat hanger…
So far, we’ve looked at options to unlock doors in your home. But what do you do if you’ve locked your keys in your car?
If your car locks manually or with a push-button electric lock, you can open it using a humble coat hanger. It’s a good option if you’re at home and don’t want to wait for a locksmith.
The coat hanger needs to be the wire type – don’t pinch Aunt Julie’s padded satin version for this.
Start by straightening out most of the hanger. The only bit you don’t want to be straight is the hook at the top. You’ll need to unwind the wire from around the bottom of the hook too. When you’ve finished, you should have a long, straight piece of wire with a hook at the end.
At the bottom of your car window, you’ll see a strip of rubber that’s there to keep out the rain. If you’ve got a manual lock, lift the rubber near the lock. Now push the hooked end of your hanger through the gap between the rubber and the window. The hook will now be inside the inner part of the door.
Inside the door is the metal latch that opens and closes it. Feel around for this with the hook – it’s a horizontal bar just a few inches below the window. When you’ve found it, hook it with the end of the hanger and pull towards the back of the car. As long as your car opens manually – hey presto!
If you’ve got an electronic mechanism with a push-button lock, you may still be able to use your coat hanger. It will need to be a lock where you depress the button to open the door.
If that’s what you’ve got, look for the rubber seal around the top of the car window. Pull it gently away from the glass and insert the straight end of the coat hanger. Use this to push down on the button to unlock the door.
6. … Or a piece of string
If your car has a push-button mechanism but you need to pull up the button to unlock it – don’t despair. It’s surprisingly easy to deal with this with just a piece of string.
Your string needs to be fairly long – a fair bit longer than the width of your window. Tie a slip knot roughly in the middle, creating a loop a couple of inches long. Now pull it tight so that the knot will slide, but not too easily.
Hold the string in both hands and slip it behind the corner of your car door. Slide it back and forwards, pulling both ends of the string downwards as you go. The string is now inside the car. Keep sliding it back and forth until the slip knot slides over the lock button. This is easier than it sounds – honestly!
When the knot is right at the bottom of the button, pull firmly on both ends of the string. This will tighten the slip knot over the button. When it’s as tight as it will go, pull upwards. The button will rise like a phoenix and your door will open.
7. Use brute force
If all else fails, get medieval on your door! But as with all other methods, there’s a right and wrong way of forcing a door.
Whatever you do, don’t try shoulder barging it! You’re likely to do yourself an injury – and more embarrassingly, the door will probably stay locked.
You need to focus on breaking the lock, so that’s where the force needs to go. Stand straight on to the door and lift your stronger leg in front of you, lifting from the knee. (Don’t try a fancy side kick – it’s unlikely to be as effective.)
Now kick straight at the lock, keeping your foot straight. You want the bottom part of your foot to make contact with the lock. Keep kicking until it breaks. If the door is made of wood, it may take several attempts, but it will break eventually.
If you’ve been kicking for more than a few minutes and the door is still locked, it may be reinforced. In that case, a battering ram will be needed.
You can make one yourself using a pile driver – that’s the thing you use to put fence posts in the ground. Fill the inside with concrete or cement and leave it to dry.
To use it, stand sideways on to the door. Hold it with both hands and drive it into the lock. Most doors will give up after a couple of hard strikes. You’ll need a new door though.
Ready to get back inside?
We hope you’ve enjoyed our guide to seven ways to open a locked door! Whether you’ve locked yourself out of your home, bedroom or car, there’s a method to get back in again. But remember, you may cause damage. And if the door isn’t your own, make sure you get permission first.
If you’ve tried any of these methods, please comment and tell us how it went. We’d love to hear from you!


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Constrained Polymer synthesis, using the P22 capsid as a template
The use of protein-polymer composites for materials and medical applications aims to take advantage of the exquisite monodispersity and bioactivity of biomacromolecules while imparting new materials properties via polymer conjugation. By conjugating polymers to the biomolecule, the composite material can exhibit improved retention and lowered immunogenicity, in addition to materials properties such as light, pH, and thermal responsiveness.
Viral capsids provide an ideal template for the synthesis of these hybrid polymer materials. Internal polymerization dramatically increases the surface area and through polymer chain interaction (covalent or non-covalent) changes in the physical properties of the protein cage (thermal stability, stiffness) can be affected. Polymerization on the exterior of the protein cage provides a ‘polymer-brush’-like architecture where the interaction between particles can be designed to facilitate non-covalent interactions as a means to initiate hierarchical assembly or to screen interactions of these protein cage-polymer composites.
We are exploring four complementary types of polymer syntheses (Fig 3). These are: (1) atom transfer radical polymerization (ATRP), (2) azide-alkyne [3+2] ‘click’ polymerization; (3) coordination polymerization; (4) genetically programmed polypeptide synthesis. ATRP provides a mild, very rapid, and selective means of generating polymer/copolymer chains covalently attached to the protein interface. “Click chemistry” when coupled to the protein is an effective and gentle means to grow a variety of functional polymers in a step-wise manner . Coordination polymers can be constructed inside the protein cage via metal-chelate interactions (self assembly of MOF-like structures). Also, incorporation of metal chelating monomers into either the ATRP or ‘click’ synthesis allows us to explore a combination of these polymerization approaches. Incorporation and encapsulation of designed polypeptides on the interior of the P22 (described below - Project 3) is an exciting parallel to the chemical polymer syntheses.
We have shown that the formation of crosslinked polymer networks, inside our protein cages, using azide-alkyne click chemistry, results in a confined hyperbranched polymer scaffold . This polymer network alters the physical properties of the protein cage and, with appropriate design of the monomers, the polymer side-chains act as attachment points for functional molecules of interest. When Gd-chelates are appended to the polymer, the construct can be used as a contrast agent with vastly improved relaxivity per particle (see MRI contrast agent section) . Alternatively, if the monomer is based on a coordination complex (with polymerizable sites on the ligand), the resulting coordination polymer (metallopolymer) incorporates the metal centers as part of the polymer . This approach to coordination polymer formation allows for the incorporation of metal complexes into the protein-polymer composite that are stable in aqueous conditions, but may not be readily formed under protein compatible conditions.
Using ATRP allows us to form the desired polymer in a continuous process and has the advantage of fast syntheses. This method results in products with low polydispersity, but is also promiscuous with respect to the range of monomers and functional groups that can be included in the polymer. When modified metal chelators (imidazole, pyridine, iminodiacetic acid, catechol…) are incorporated into the acrylate or acrylamide monomers the resulting polymer can be doped with appropriate metals forming extensively cross-linked structures similar to those found in biological tissues. If the monomer bears a primary amine, or other addressable group, then coordination complexes or other molecules of interest (drugs, fluorophores, light harvesting chromophores, reactive metal coordination complexes…) can be appended to the polymer introducing new desired functionalities. In addition to development of highly promising MRI contrast agents we are currently exploring functionalized polymer packaging inside P22 as a means to affect reactive site proximity (coupled light harvesting and H2 production) and probing the effects of molecular crowding on reactivity.
1. M. J. Abedin, L. Liepold, P. Suci, M. Young and T. Douglas, "." Journal of the American Chemical Society, 2009, 131, 4346-4354.
2. L. O. Liepold, M. J. Abedin, E. D. Buckhouse, J. A. Frank, M. J. Young and T. Douglas, "." Nano Letters, 2009, 9, 4520-4526.
3. J. Lucon, M. J. Abedin, M. Uchida, L. Liepold, C. C. Jolley, M. Young and T. Douglas, "." Chemical Communications, 2010, 46, 264-266.
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Multiplex planned for shopping center over PATCO stop
PHILADELPHIA - For South Jersey PATCO riders, the light at the end of a tunnel one day could be a movie screen.
Eight of them, actually.
AMC Theatres is planning to build a multiplex at the former Gallery shopping center in downtown Philadelphia, according to the property’s owner. It will occupy former retail space on the third floor of the urban mall, which is connected to a PATCO Hi-Speedline station at 8th and Market streets.
The cinema, which will feature food-and-drink deliveries to patrons in recliners, is expected to open in early 2019, said AMC spokesman Ryan Noonan.
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The multiplex is part of a turnaround effort for the 1.4 million-square-foot urban shopping center, now known as Fashion District Philadelphia. The center's owner, Pennsylvania Real Estate Investment Trust, also operates the Cherry Hill and Moorestown malls, among other properties.
PREIT also is pursuing a company-wide turnaround effort after losing almost $60 million in the first nine months of 2017.
“This will be the first new multiplex theater to open in downtown Philadelphia in decades,” Joseph Corradino, PREIT’s chief executive officer, told investment analysts after the firm's Nov. 2 earnings report.
Corradino said PREIT is “working on” plans for residential development above its Center City complex, which extends for three blocks.
The downtown cinema will include a MacGuffins Bar, which offers wine, beer and cocktails to movie-goers, Noonan said Wednesday. The bar takes its name from director Alfred Hitchcock’s term for a device that moves a plot forward.
Noonan said the multiplex will offer a heightened movie experience in a Dolby Cinema theater and a Prime at AMC auditorium. Patrons in those theaters will reserve seats in power recliners that reverberate “with every explosion or laser blast,” according to AMC’s website.
The Kansas-based AMC chain currently offers Dolby Cinema locally at a 24-screen complex in Neshaminy, Bucks County. Dolby Cinema tickets are about $18 for adults, according to AMC's website.
Prime at AMC, with tickets priced at about $15 each, is available at the AMC Eight in Mount Laurel.
The multiplex will replace a Burlington store, which has relocated inside the complex, said Corradino.
In his remarks, he noted PREIT earned $3.5 million, or five cents per diluted share, for the third quarter ended Sept. 30.
That compared to a net loss of $1.4 million, or two cents per diluted share, a year earlier.
The latest quarter’s results included $6.7 million from the sale of PREIT’s interest in an office condominium near 8th and Market.
PREIT had a net loss of $57.8 million, or 84 cents per diluted share, for the first nine months of its fiscal year. That compared to year-before net income of $600,000, or a penny per diluted share.
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