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Mexico has always been more of an oil producer than a natural gas producer, yet up until 2000, it was able to remain self-sufficient in terms of natural gas. In that year, demand started surpassing production and the investment priorities of PEMEX, the only hydrocarbon producer at the time, did not involve the necessary investment to ensure natural gas independence. Following stagnant production and increasing demand, Mexico became a net importer. Right around that time, the US was perfecting fracking, a technology that would allow production of difficult-to- access unconventional gas resources and the increase of production to levels conducive to export.
According to the US Energy Information Administration (EIA), Mexico went from importing 105,102MMcf from the US in 2000 to 728,513MMcf in 2014, which represents a nearly sevenfold increase. The Henry Hub natural gas spot price has also responded to the evolution of supply and demand. In 2000, Mexico paid US4.26/Mcf. The price saw a significant drop and hit a low of US$2.94/Mcf in 2010, when Mexico imported 619,802MMcf. Natural gas prices saw subsequent increases, reaching US$4.65 per million cubic feet in 2014. To date, Mexico imports approximately 40% of its natural gas consumption. Given that US natural gas prices make it more financially attractive to import than to produce locally, these figures are expected to continue to rise, and by some estimates, Mexico could consume up to 10% of the total US natural gas production over the next two to three years.
Mexico’s natural gas transportation sector has been open to private participation since 1995. However, the Energy Reform and the opening of the electricity market have catalyzed cascading investments in this sector. US pipeline companies and producers are already evaluating opportunities in Mexico, as evidenced by BlackRock and First Reserve buying shares for US$900 million in the emblematic Los Ramones II pipeline. This project, originally launched by PEMEX’s TAG Pipelines subsidiary, aims to satisfy up to 20% of the national demand for natural gas. Meanwhile, Los Ramones I is designed to facilitate the import of 2.1MMcf/d. The other productive enterprise of the state, CFE, is also playing a prominent role in fostering natural gas imports. The energy company is tendering projects to import gas from the US, including Waha- Samalayuca, Waha-Ojinaga, Ojinaga-El Encino, El Encino- La Laguna, and Enherenberg-San Luis Río Colorado, to meet Mexico’s increasing demand. Although these projects are intended to supply CFE’s plants, they will also benefit the industrial sector with a transportation capacity of 5.78bcf/d across 1,647km of new pipeline infrastructure.
EIA data estimates that natural gas exports to Mexico, which amounted to 3% of the US production in the first quarter of 2015, will grow to 5% by 2030. Between 2008 and 2013, the capacity of pipelines connecting the US and Mexico doubled in capacity, in anticipation of the medium-term demand increase. Mexico’s natural gas exports, on the other hand, tend to be low. In 2010, Mexico exported 19.25mcf/d, a number that drastically dropped to 1.30mcf/d the following year. In 2012, the country’s natural gas exports reached their lowest level in the past five years, amounting to 0.90mcf/d. This segment has seen a slow but progressive recovery, and export levels reached 1.38mcf/d between January and June of 2015. Tania Ortiz, President of the Board of AMGN, explains that long before the Energy Reform, PEMEX decided to focus its resources on oil production. “It was a rational and economic decision, as there are limited resources and the NOC could produce oil at US$100 per barrel or gas at US$20 per barrel equivalent.” However, she emphasizes that the country has plenty of gas resources awaiting development by PEMEX and other interested parties.
To implement Mexico’s gasification strategy, Mexico’s National Infrastructure Program 2014-2018 calls for public investment for the construction of pipelines. In June 2015, CFE announced it would tender 24 energy infrastructure projects totaling an investment of $10 billion, including a US$3 billion subsea pipeline between Texas and Tuxpan, Veracruz, that will be able to transport 2.6MMcf/d, at its
expected start of operation in 2018. As Ortiz points out, the first priority is to ensure a reliable and efficient supply to meet the local demand. The pipeline infrastructure that was recently completed, is currently under construction, or is in planning stages is destined to bring low-cost natural gas from the US that is will allow the country to lower its average electricity costs and therefore tariffs. At the same time, Mexico’s Ministry of Energy has mentioned plans to export natural gas to Asia after 2017, as this market presents attractive prices for the re-exportation of natural gas as LNG. These ambitions are supported by the construction of liquefaction plants in Oaxaca and Sinaloa, which are included in the National Infrastructure Plan, and by the potential development of liquefaction facilities at Sempra LNG and IEnova’s Costa Azul terminal in Baja California for the export of LNG to Asia. Similarly, the Executive Branch has also announced plans to export gas to Central America.


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Examining Secondary Clarifier Performance After Sea Water Incursion
A number of Sewage Treatment Works (STW’s) are located in Estuaries just off coastal waters, such as that shown in Figure 1. There is significant site evidence to suggest that a sea water incursion degrades clarifier performance – but the mechanism for this is not clearly understood.
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Figure 1: The Source of Sea Water at the Works is a Result of Seawater Ingress into the Sewer System
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This was subsequently followed by a calculation with the same flow, but with sea water included, to demonstrate the effect of the sea water incursion.
Figure 2 shows the effect of the diurnal flow over a 48 hour period on the effluent suspended solids concentration, where the ESS concentration briefly exceeds 30 mg/l.
Figure 2: Effect of Storm Flow on the ESS Concentration
Overall, the tank shows good performance. However, with saline incursion, there is significant solids carry over for the same diurnal flow, with the solids concentration peaking at over 350 mg/l on three occasions during the 48 hour cycle, as shown by Figure 3.
Figure 3: Effect of Seawater Incursion on the Effluent Suspended Solids Concentration
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To curb rising temperatures, most countries have focused on reducing carbon dioxide (CO2) as a way of reducing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. However, methane (CH4) and nitrous oxide (N2O) are also significant GHG contributors to climate change. Livestock farming is the primary producer of both of these GHGs, and is responsible for about 15% of all GHG emissions related to human activity. CH4’s short atmospheric lifespan and the mean global warming potential of both CH4 and N2O over the next century make reducing these GHGs imperative to the short-term.
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This Christmas – Chris Brown
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All I Want For Christmas Is You – Mariah Carey
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City Staff Developing Cairnsmore Sustainable Neighbourhood Plan
Photograph of Duncan City Hall by Sharon Vanhouwe.
The public has a major role to play when it comes to shaping the Cairnsmore Sustainable Neighbourhood Plan.
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There are a number of opportunities for public input and those details are available here.

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Flooding update at 1615
Heavy rain over the last 36 hours has caused rivers to rise throughout the north east of Scotland. There are currently four Flood Alerts and 11 Flood Warnings in force, covering Tayside and Angus.
We are concerned about river levels in Brechin, Angus, and would advise people to keep up to date by checking our flood updates page.
The heaviest rainfall is expected to move to the far north by this evening but river levels are expected to continue rising as water moves down through the river systems.


ASTM International - ASTM D5587-08
Standard Test Method for Tearing Strength of Fabrics by Trapezoid Procedure
|Publication Date:||1 August 2008|
|ICS Code (Textile fabrics):||59.080.30|
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This test method is considered satisfactory for acceptance testing of commercial shipments because current estimates of between-laboratory precision are acceptable, and this test method is used... View More
This test method is considered satisfactory for acceptance testing of commercial shipments because current estimates of between-laboratory precision are acceptable, and this test method is used extensively in the trade for acceptance testing.
If there are differences of practical significance between test results for two laboratories (or more), comparative test should be performed to determine if there is a statistical bias between them, using competent statistical assistance. As a minimum, use the samples for such a comparative test that are as homogeneous as possible, drawn from the same lot of material as the samples that resulted in disparate results during initial testing. Randomly assign the samples in equal numbers to each laboratory. The test results from the laboratories involved should be compared using a statistical test for unpaired data, at a probability level chosen prior to the testing series. If bias is found, either its cause must be found and corrected, or future test results for that material must be adjusted in consideration of the known bias.
The trapezoid tear produces tension along a reasonably defined course such that the tear propagates across the width of the specimen. It is useful for estimating the relative tear resistance of different fabrics or different directions in the same fabric.
Depending on the nature of the specimen, the data recording devices will show the tearing force in the form of a peak or peaks. The highest peaks appear to reflect the strength of the yarn components, individually or in combination, needed to stop a tear in fabrics of the same construction. The valleys recorded between the peaks have no specific significance. The minimum tearing force, however, is indicated to be above the lowest valleys.
Most textile fabrics can be tested by this test method. Some modification of clamping techniques may be necessary for a given fabric, depending upon its structure. Strong fabrics or fabrics made from glass fibers require special adaptation to prevent them from slipping in the clamps or being damaged as a result of being gripped in the clamps.
The CRE-type is the preferred tensile testing machine. This test method allows the use of the CRT-type tensile machine when agreed upon between the purchaser and the supplier. There may be no overall correlation, however, between the results obtained with the CRT-type machine and the CRE-type machine. Consequently, these two tensile testers cannot be used interchangeably unless the degree of quantitative correlation has been established between the purchaser and the supplier. In any event, the CRE-type machine shall prevail.View Less
1.1 This test method covers the measurement of the tearing strength of textile fabrics by the trapezoid procedure using a recording constant-rate-of-ext
1.1.1 The CRE-type tensile testing machine has become the preferred test apparatus for determining trapezoid tearing strength. It is recognized that some constant-rate-of-tra
1.2 This test method applies to most fabrics including woven fabrics, air bag fabrics, blankets, napped fabrics, knitted fabrics, layered fabrics, and pile fabrics. The fabrics may be untreated, heavily sized, coated, resin-treated, or otherwise treated. Instructions are provided for testing specimens with or without wetting.
1.3 Tearing strength, as measured in this test method, requires that the tear be initiated before testing. The reported value obtained is not directly related to the force required to initiate or start a tear.
1.4 Two calculations for trapezoid tearing strength are provided: the single-peak force and the average of five highest peak forces.
1.5 The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as the standard. The values stated in inch-pound units may be approximate.
1.6 This standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety and health practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.


Johnny Depp trial live: Amber Heard recounts alleged sexual assault
Amber Heard says Depp denied prenup request and instructed her solely method out of marriage is loss of life
WARNING: This text incorporates allegations of bodily and sexual violence that some readers could discover distressing.
Heard is being sued by Depp for $50m for implying he abused her in a 2018 Washington Publish op-ed. Though she didn’t title him, he claims her allegations made it troublesome for him to land film roles.
On Thursday, Heard spoke extensively about her troubled relationship with Depp and detailed alleged bodily fights. Within the afternoon, the courtroom heard a harrowing account of an alleged sexual assault of Heard throughout a brutal and bloody altercation in Australia in 2015.
Earlier on Wednesday, Heard described an “uncommon and memorable” first assembly with Depp and a blossoming relationship as she fell “head over heels in love”.
Nonetheless, her testimony took a darker flip as she recalled the primary time he allegedly hit her, and his jealousy and drug and alcohol use. Heard additionally spoke of alleged incidents together with pressured cavity searches and two events when Depp threatened to interrupt the wrists of girls who flirted along with her.
Heard tells courtroom Depp cheated on her after their wedding ceremony
A jury at their multi-million greenback defamation trial in Fairfax, Virginia, was instructed by the actress that her husband had an “on-and-off” relationship with the girl, who he had been textual content messaging.
Oliver O’Connell6 Might 2022 12:45
Depp and Heard virtually meet in courtroom after her testimony on alleged sexual assault
Courtroom safety stopped Mr Depp from strolling out of the courtroom on the break, permitting Ms Heard to go away the witness stand and head again to her authorized crew on the opposite facet of the room.
The previous married couple appeared to make transient eye contact.
Oliver O’Connell6 Might 2022 12:00
Amber Heard claims Johnny Depp accused her of getting an affair with Eddie Redmayne
Heard returned to the witness stand for a second day on Thursday 5 Might, the place she instructed the courtroom that Depp had accused her of getting an affair with Redmayne whereas they have been filming The Danish Woman (2015).
“We communicated fairly constantly, and it was constructive till it began to vary,” Heard stated of the calls between her and Depp whereas she was on location in London for the movie.
“I acquired the sense that he thought I used to be sleeping with the director [Tom Hooper], after which it was with the actor I used to be filming with.”
Requested to specify who the actor in query was, Heard answered: “Eddie Redmayne.”
Peony Hirwani6 Might 2022 11:30
Heard sobs as she recounts battle the place Depp allegedly sexually assaulted her
Peony Hirwani6 Might 2022 11:00
Heard says she needed to get used to ‘totally different variations’ of Depp
Amber Heard stated that she needed to get used to “totally different variations” of Johnny Depp based mostly on his alleged drug use, as a part of her testimony throughout Mr Depp’s defamation trial.”He was [the love of my life] however he was additionally this different factor… and that different factor was terrible… terrible factor that may come out and take over,” Ms Heard stated.Mr Depp is suing his Ms Heard for $50 million over an article she wrote in 2018 through which she referred to herself as a “public determine representing home abuse.”Click on right here to enroll to our newsletters.
Oliver O’Connell6 Might 2022 10:00
Heard tells courtroom why she recorded Depp ‘howling like an animal’ on airplane
Oliver O’Connell6 Might 2022 09:00
Declare Amber Heard borrowed film traces for Depp testimony is debunked
After the Aquaman actor delivered her second day of testimony on the ongoing trial on Thursday (5 Might), she was accused of taking traces verbatim from director Anthony Minghella’s critically acclaimed movie.
One fashionable social media declare alleged that Heard’s starting assertion borrowed the plot of the 1999 psychological thriller, which stars Jude Regulation, Matt Damon, Gwyneth Paltrow and Cate Blanchett.
Nonetheless, quickly after the rumours began surfacing on-line, fact-checking web site Snopes.com promptly debunked the hearsay.
The web publication revealed that Heard couldn’t have used the quotes from the movie (that are real), as she “didn’t make a gap assertion” in any respect.
Learn the complete story beneath
Peony Hirwani6 Might 2022 08:41
Heard says Depp’s jealousy made her surrender movie roles with intercourse scenes
Ms Heard stated she needed to negotiate with Mr Depp when she obtained a job provide.
Oliver O’Connell6 Might 2022 08:00
Heard testifies about images of Depp ‘handed out after drug binges’
The courtroom within the defamation trial of Amber Heard has been proven photographs of Johnny Depp allegedly handed out after utilizing medication as his ex-wife continued her testimony this morning.
Oliver O’Connell6 Might 2022 06:00
Heard tells jury she thought Depp was going to kill her as images of accidents proven in courtroom
Ms Heard detailed for the courtroom how Mr Depp had head-butted her throughout one other battle in December 2015, and that he allegedly repeatedly punched her.
Oliver O’Connell6 Might 2022 05:15


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“We are excited, we are so so excited,” beamed Ariana, a social worker at Valley High School in Escondido. “Families are out here getting food and all we see are smiles.”
Students and families streamed into one of Feeding San Diego’s five new school distribution sites, gathering tomatoes, peaches, corn, and various snacks to bring home to eat. Valley High School is one of five new School Pantry sites beginning to serve students and their families this new school year. Our new schools are:
San Luis Rey Elementary
Valley High School
The Preuss School
These schools cover the length of San Diego County, from the South Bay in Chula Vista to Southeast San Diego up to La Jolla and Oceanside and over to Escondido. Adding these school across the entire county provides easier access to fresh and healthy food for those facing hunger.
“By offering a farmers market style distribution, families can pick food that is culturally appropriate for them,” said Vince Hall, CEO of Feeding San Diego. “It also gives them the power to select enough fresh and healthy food to provide for their size of family.”
Giving the decision power to families to pick what food they want and know they will eat minimizes food waste, since they only select what they know they will use.
Feeding San Diego has prioritized adding the school distribution sites because this model offers the most convenience and access to high-quality food to parents. When Feeding San Diego offers these farmers market style food distributions at the school, it solves a problem for families who may lack transportation and are already at the school picking up their children.
These added distribution sites expand Feeding San Diego’s School Pantry program from 35 to 40 schools across the county.
“Hunger is not an issue that is confined to one region or neighborhood, it is present in every neighborhood of our county,” said Hall. “Our challenge is not only to maximize the amount of nutritious food we can provide, but to make sure it is easy for anyone in San Diego who is facing hunger to get to it.”
Feeding San Diego is proud to work with each of these schools as we all work together toward achieving a healthy and hunger-free San Diego.

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Eurocopter welcomes new order for 22 NH90TTH helicopters from the French Army
The French Defence Procurement Agency (DGA) has ordered a further 22 NH90 TTH (Tactical Transport Helicopter) helicopters for the French Army Aviation on the 23rd of December from NHIndustries consortium.
With this second batch, after the initial 12 aircraft ordered in November 2007, there are now 34 NH 90 TTH to be delivered to the French Army from 2011 onwards. All the NH90 TTH for France will be manufactured at Eurocopter's site in Marignane.
Lutz Bertling, CEO of Eurocopter commented: "With this new contract, the French Army confirms that the NH90 TTH is fully answering its operational requirements. In addition to the 27 NH90 NFH ordered in 2000 for the Navy, the French Armed Forces clearly demonstrate, with 61 firm orders, their confidence in the programme."
This new contract brings the total number of NH90 orders to 529 helicopters from 14 countries worldwide. The NH90 is the biggest military helicopter programme ever launched in Europe and also the most complex, with 23 different variants being produced. With 5 assembly lines now operational in France, Germany, Italy, Finland and Australia, the production of the NH90 is progressing well. To date, 25 NH90 helicopters have been delivered to customers and another fifty are under construction.
The NH90 is a helicopter in the 9-10 metric ton class intended to modernise and boost the capability of the tactical transport and anti-submarine combat fleets. It is a fly-by-wire and all-composite construction helicopter with the highest crash-worthiness-standards. Equipped with a large cabin, a rear ramp, weather radar and forward looking infra red, the NH90 helicopter is capable of carrying two pilots, two loadmasters and 18 combat troops up to 900km at speeds of up to 300km/h.
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Brazilian armed forces training has been given a significant boost with a new order for Airbus H125 helicopters.
Poland aims to order three times as many AH-64E attack helicopters as previously expected.
Leonardo hopes to persuade the UK MoD that a range of AW149 survivability-related items makes the helicopter the best fit for the New Medium Helicopter programme.
Lockheed Martin is providing additional M-TADS/PNVS components and hardware for the AH-64 Apache.
The USAF has taken acceptance of four MH-139A Grey Wolf helicopters for developmental testing following earlier trials after Military Flight Release.


Tony Blair's memoir's initially preposterously titled 'The Journey', then changed to 'A Journey'.What can one say of a man who called his loyal deputy and successor, "zero in emotional quotient"?
He is just a bloody war criminal.....
He and Bush should be tried at The Hague for atrocities against humanity....fullstop.
1 million Iraqis dead
0.5 million Iraqi women being made widows
5 million Iraqi children orphaned
Total dismemberment of Iraq's social, cultural, infra structural services.
People living in shit and no food,no decent jobs, no future and no dignity.
A total human mess.....
And this fellow dare to speak elegantly about the morality and immorality of fox-hunting in Britain.
Thanks to these two clowns, most of the Muslim world have been permanently radicalised since Iraq.
Both Blair and Bush make Saddam Hussien looked so sweet, he could well be nominated for The Nobel Peace prize: at least the people of Iraq were kept well away from each other's throats when he was in charge.....at the price of a couple thousands Kurds and Shiites. Small price compared to the one exacted by Blair and Bush.
Seven years on post 'War of Enduring Freedom' and the tempest is still not abetting.
Now the whole circus will move down to Iran.
Why the member states of OIC still remain poodles to the Israeli-driven UN Security Council and signatory to the Non Proliferation treaty is a mystery.
And 'schizophrenic' Blair, is still loose, plying his trade in the Middle East!.....As for Bush, probably back to his alcohol in Texas.
This is the ultimate in the immorality of political correctness.
Dr Nik Howk


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Electromagnetic Scattering by Multiple Cavities Embedded in the Infinite 2D Ground Plane
AIR FORCE INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY WRIGHT-PATTERSON AFB OH DEPT OF MATHEMATICS AND STATISTICS
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This paper is concerned with the mathematical analysis and numerical computation of the electromagnetic wave scattering by multiple open cavities, which are embedded in an infinite two-dimensional ground plane. By introducing a new transparent boundary condition on the cavity apertures, the scattering problem is reduced to a boundary value problem on the two-dimensional Helmholtz equation imposed in the separated interior domains of the cavities. The existence and uniqueness of the weak solution for the model problem is studied by using a variational approach. A block Gauss-Seidel iterative method is introduced to solve the coupled system. Numerical examples are presented to show the efficiency and accuracy of the proposed method.
- Radiofrequency Wave Propagation

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This month’s Creative Spotlight features photographer Alaina Miller. Based out of Thompson’s Station, Alaina’s photography career sprouted out of the marriage of her technical engineering background with her intuitive sense for design and the dynamics of young families, and has since blossomed into a rich, candid, distinctive style all her own. We sat down with Alaina to learn more about her knack for revealing the connections within families and the beauty in those little moments that make your heart flutter.
When–and how–did you begin your journey to becoming a photographer?
Unlike many creative professionals, I’ve never had a specific interest in the arts – I was always more into sports, history, and family as a kid. I eventually went on to study engineering at the University of Maryland, followed by several years working in the industry.
I did eventually take a photography class after graduation because I was interested in taking pictures as a hobby, but I didn’t really get the itch until my first daughter was born. I realized that time moves quickly, and I wanted to remember those precious moments with her at each stage. After a few years of learning on my own, I started to take photos of friends, family, their friends, and so on, and then decided to venture on my own, and over the past few years, my business has grown organically out of that initial interest.
Can you tell me how your photographic style has changed over the years? What situations have you encountered which have led you to this style?
Like many beginning photographers, I was concentrating on how to “technically” take a great photo. When I would go out with families, I was much more focused on settings, lighting, and getting all the shots they were looking for. As the more technical aspects of photography became second-nature, I was able to start concentrating more on capturing images of people simply being together. I’ve developed a more candid, documentary-style approach to taking pictures, looking to catch my clients enjoying each other’s company, experiencing the moment.
I’ve also shifted my style over time as I’ve learned more about what I prefer to see in the end product I produce for clients. When I first started, my pictures were light and airy. Now I gravitate more towards deeper, richer colors, which I feel are cozier and more intimate.
In terms of the candid aspect of my photography, the images which draw me in are the ones that feel the most real, rather than “perfect.” I tell my clients “You want to capture life in that moment.” So many people put off taking photos, waiting for the right outfit, right age, right event, right weather; but life isn’t perfect. When it comes to our kids, we want to remember them at every stage and not miss out. Ultimately, I treat my photographs as art, so I make it a point to be free in creating something that my clients will appreciate, even years later.
So many of your shots feature that time between poses, where we see honesty and joy in children’s faces. How do you capture those moments?
Children can be a challenge to photograph, but they are honest. I do my best to prepare ahead of time by collecting information from my clients to learn about each family member. Armed with their answers, rather than a cookie-cutter approach, I can tailor a photo shoot to fit their family and allow that honesty to shine through in whatever form it takes.
When I first get to a session, I make sure the kids are comfortable and try to understand their individual needs. Some kids need space but will warm up over time, while others are ready to shine; I remind my clients that family photos are not just about the pictures, they are also about the experience in taking them. I do find that a lot of my clients have children similar in age to my own, and I think being a mom of younger kids helps me to connect with them. They are a bit more relaxed when they know I understand what they are going through, and amazed when they discover that—in the chaos—I captured some great pictures of their kids!
Do you have suggestions for new photographers navigating this industry?
I have found photographers, in general, to be extremely helpful and open with newcomers. My advice would be to reach out to photographers you admire and ask for advice. Instagram is great because you can find, follow, and connect with the people whose style you admire and want to learn from, which is exactly what I’ve done throughout my career. It’s also great for the photography business in general—being primarily visual—where potential clients get a good feel for your style. All the photographers I have met have been generous in sharing their knowledge with me. Since we all take slightly different photos, there is no real competition in the industry. There is plenty of work for anyone who wants it.
What are your favorite ice breakers who you photograph families in their homes? Is it different when your clients choose an outside location like South 40?
Almost all my in-home sessions are newborn-focused, so I really make it a point to give the older kids an opportunity to lead. I ask the older siblings to give me a tour of the house, and they love to show off their bedrooms or playroom, which helps me to find the best lighting for the shoot. Sometimes they will grab their favorite toys, which can help them to feel more comfortable with me. Having access to familiar items is helpful for anyone in the family.
When we photograph away from their homes in a place like South 40, I can really capture great shots while kids are exploring. They light up with all the new discoveries and I can take advantage of the different textures and lighting—and sunsets are spectacular at South 40! At home it takes a bit more work to find the best spots while keeping kids focused.
What is it that makes South 40 such an excellent location? What is your favorite memory there?
South 40 is a fantastic place to take photographs for a variety of reasons. First, there are no crowds. Although we have many beautiful public parks in the Franklin area, we usually have to work around people enjoying the park and potentially compete with other photographers who also want to use the best spots. The other advantage with South 40 is the undivided attention, especially for children. There are no distractions for kids other than the beautiful scenery around us.
I shot fall minis at South 40 this year and I have to say they all turned out beautifully. The warm weather and perfect light highlighted the gorgeous fields of sunflowers and grasses, and I felt really connected to the families I photographed. It seems like everything I shoot there turns out well.
How has Ann and South 40 been helpful to you?
Having a location pretty much all to myself is wonderful, although I admit there is so much I haven’t yet explored and utilized at South 40! Ann has been a wonderful help to me while shooting. When I shot fall minis and Ann would escort them to me when we were ready, it really made me feel like my business and clients were a priority. Her support is wonderful for last minute shoots, and she is very responsive.
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The North Atlantic hurricane season officially runs from 1 June to 30 November. The vast majority of tropical storm and hurricane activity typically occurs during the August-October peak of the hurricane season. An average hurricane season features approximately 11 named storms (maximum sustained surface winds of at least 39 mph), six hurricanes (maximum sustained surface winds of at least 74 mph) and two major hurricanes (maximum sustained surface winds exceeding 110 mph, categories 3-5 on the Saffir-Simpson scale). Note that “named storms” refer to all tropical storms, hurricanes, and subtropical storms.
Measuring total seasonal activity: The Accumulated Cyclone Energy (ACE) index
The phrase "total seasonal activity" refers to the collective intensity and duration of Atlantic named storms (which includes tropical storms, hurricanes, and subtropical storms) occurring during a given season. The measure of total seasonal activity used by NOAA is called the Accumulated Cyclone Energy (ACE) index. The ACE index is a wind energy index, defined as the sum of the squares of the maximum sustained surface wind speed (knots) measured every six hours for all named systems while they are at least tropical storm strength.
NOAA uses the ACE index, combined with the numbers of named storms, hurricanes, and major hurricanes, to categorize North Atlantic hurricane seasons as being above normal, near normal, or below normal.
NOAA’s Atlantic hurricane season classifications
Above-normal season: An ACE index value well above 103 x 104 kt2 (corresponding to 117% of the median ACE value or 110% of the mean), or an ACE value slightly above 103 x 104 kt2 combined with at least two of the following three parameters being above the long-term average: number of named storms, hurricanes, and major hurricanes.
Near-normal season: An ACE index value in the range 66-103 x 104 kt2 (corresponding to 75%-117% of the median or 71%-110% of the mean), or an ACE index value slightly above 103 x 104 kt2 but with less than two of the following three parameters being above the long-term average: numbers of named storms, hurricanes, and major hurricanes.
Below-normal season: An ACE index value below 66 x 104 kt2, corresponding to below 75% of the median or 71% of the mean.
The 1951-2000 base period is used in the above classifications, where the mean value of the ACE index (93.2 x 104 kt2), and the median value is (87.5 x 104 kt2).
The following table shows the 1950-2005 seasonal means and ranges for named storms, hurricanes and major hurricanes during above normal, near normal, below normal, and all Atlantic hurricane seasons. This table highlights the marked differences in activity between the three season types.
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||Mean # of Major
||Range of Major
||10 to 28
||6 to 15
||2 to 8
||6 to 14
||4 to 8
||1 to 3
||4 to 9
||2 to 5
||0 to 2
||4 to 28
||2 to 15
||0 to 8


Abstract: In this paper we report some of the recent advances in transparent thin film oxide
semiconductors, specifically zinc oxide (ZnO), produced by rf magnetron sputtering at room temperature with multifunctional properties. By controlling the deposition parameters it is possible to produce undoped material with electronic semiconductor properties or by doping it to get either n-type or p-type semiconductor behavior. In this work we refer our experience in producing n-type
doping ZnO as transparent electrode to be used in optoelectronic applications such as solar cells and position sensitive detectors while the undoped ZnO can be used as UV photodetector or ozone gas sensor or even as active layer of fully transparent thin film transistors.
Abstract: Five novel triarylamines based on the bulky dehydroabietic acid unit have been
synthesised, and their potential as hole transport layers tested. This bulky group facilitates film preparation and stability without significantly affecting the chemical or materials properties. Three of these systems present excellent stability, and show considerable potential for device applications.
Abstract: This work aims to report results of the spatial and frequency optical detection limits of integrated arrays of 32 one-dimensional amorphous silicon thin film position sensitive detectors with nip or MIS structure, under continuous and pulsed laser operation conditions. The arrays occupy a total active area of 45 mm2 and have a plane image resolution better than 15 m with a cut-off frequency of about 6.8 kHz. The non-linearity of the array components varies with the frequency, being about 1.6% for 200 Hz and about 4% for the cut-off frequency (6.8 kHz).
Abstract: A series of amorphous silicon carbide films were prepared by plasma enhanced chemical vapor deposition technique on (100) silicon wafers by using methane, silane, and hydrogen as reactive resources. A very thin (around 15 Å) gold film was evaporated on the half area of the a- SiC:H films to investigate the metal induced crystallization effect. Then the a-SiC:H films were annealed at 1100 0C for 1 hour in the nitrogen atmosphere. Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy
(FTIR), X-Ray diffraction (XRD), and scanning electron microscopy (SEM) were employed to analyze the microstructure, composition and surface morphology of the films. The influences of the high temperature annealing on the microstructure of a-SiC:H film and the metal induced metallization were investigated.
Abstract: Amorphous and nanocrystalline silicon thin films have been produced by reactive r.f.
sputtering and their microstructure, optical and thermal properties were evaluated. A good correlation was found between the microstructure determined by Raman spectroscopy and X- ray diffraction and the thermal transport parameters.
Abstract: In this work metal induced crystallization (MIC) using nickel (Ni) was employed to obtain poly-Si by crystallization of amorphous films for application as active layer in TFTs. Ni layers with thicknesses of 0.5 nm, 1 nm and 2 nm were used to crystallize the silicon. The TFTs were produced with a bottom gate configuration using a multi-layer Al2O3/TiO2 insulator produced by atomic layer deposition (ALD) as gate dielectric. The best performances of the TFT produced
were obtained when using very thin Ni layers for the crystallization. This is attributed to a lower metal contamination and to the enhancement of grain size, as a result of the lower nucleation density achieved, when using the thinnest Ni layer. Devices that exhibit effective mobility of 45.5 cm2V-1s-1 and an on/off ratio of 5.55×104 were produced using a 0.5 nm Ni layer to crystallize the active channel area.
Abstract: Field effect transistors based on several conjugated organic materials were fabricated and assesed in terms of electrical stability. The device characteristics were studied using steady state measurements as well as techniques for addressing trap states. Temperature-dependent measurements show clear evidence for an electrical instability occurring above 200 K that is caused
by an electronic trapping process. It is suggested that the trapping sites are created by a change in the organic conjugated chain, a process similar to a phase transition.
Abstract: This paper concerns the structural and optical properties of the group III-V
semiconductor alloy, indium gallium nitride (InGaN). We focus on the reasons of interest to study InGaN. Recent advances regarding the basic understanding (ex. accurate composition determination) and some yet unclear issues (ex. phase separation) regarding this material system, are also briefly discussed. Illustrative results on the light emitting and structural properties are presented.
Abstract: In this work, the relation between oxidant/monomer ratio and the electrical conductivity of polypyrrole was studied using different ratios. We achieved a maximum value for electrical conductivity of 7.5 S/cm for a ratio of 2:1. We also developed a chemical dip-coating process to produce the cathode layer in tantalum capacitors. We obtained capacitances of about 80 µF after 8 cycles using the sequence Monomer/Oxidant.
Abstract: In this work we present an equipotential surface map with a resolution higher than
100 nm, resulting from conductive atomic force microscopy (AFM). The images, obtained in polycrystalline MPCVD (Microwave Plasma Assisted Chemical Vapor Deposition) diamond devices, are clearly structure dependent. Diamond and non-diamond phases were identified by micro-Raman spectroscopy and correlated with the electrical conduction map. The application of the non-homogeneous contact theory lead to the extraction of two Schottky Barrier Heights (SBH),
one close to 0.6 V with dispersion ~ 0.1 V, attributed to the diamond / metal interface, and the other close to 0.4 V with dispersion ~ 0.04 V, due to the non-diamond phases / metal interface. The diamond / non-diamond phase ratio is about 85:15, taken from the micro-Raman spectra. Combining these results with the electrical conduction map, a general model to predict the macroscopic electrical behavior of polycrystalline diamond based devices is proposed.


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Having been asked several times whether or not I plan to schedule any, I’m excited to announce spring mini session!
• $75 + tax
• 30-minute session for up to 6 people
• private, online gallery
• 5 digital images
• print release
• option to purchase all images in gallery (for additional cost)
• option to purchase 4x8 Keepsake Accordion Book
Book yours today.
Tamieka is the Owner and Photographer behind Tamieka Smith Photography, LLC. She is currently located in Woodbridge, Virginia (Northern Virginia) a suburb of Washington D.C. Metro Area. She is a mother of 4 boys, an Air Force Veteran, and a military spouse. Tamieka is looking forward to photographing you and capturing your timeless memories!


This long sleeve is brilliant in many ways. The sleek, soft, stretchy fabric offers so much versatility. The subtle camo detailing offers a unique, stylish design.
This shirt runs true to size.
Breathable, sustainable, sweat-wicking and quick-dry. Designed for all workouts and all-day wear.
Wash inside out. Machine wash cold. Wash with like colors. Tumble dry low or hang dry. No softeners. Do Not iron. Do Not dry clean. Patterns may vary and materials may have natural variations. Color may also differ from viewing devices.
Jig: Medium Top and Medium Bottom
Vance: Medium Top and Large Bottom
José: Medium Top and Large/X-Large Bottom


An essential security device for travellers on a budget. Such a clever and simple gadget which can be fitted to nearly all internal doors to keep intruders out while you sleep. It’s durable, small and lightweight – a must-have.
So you’ve just moved into shared student accommodation, but your landlord won’t allow you to fix a permanent lock on the door. We have the solutions. The Howsar look is designed to fit most internal doors worldwide. Made of durable plastic the lock simply fits between the frame and the door on the inside of the room. It may not be useful when you’re not at the house but certainly perfect for looking your door at night.
With no set up just remove the packaging and away you go. Perfect if you’re hoping to get your deposit back at the end of the year.
Although not intended to replace permanent locks, the Howsarlock provides an additional basic barrier and deterrent protection against intruders.
Introducing a portable and universal door lock with a difference – a simple lock for use by all – small enough to carry in a pocket, lightweight and inexpensive.
Unable to lock your bedroom door in your student house? This is the solution! The lock allows you to lock doors from the inside.
The Howsar Lock offers additional overnight security on doors when you’re travelling. Can be installed to most internal doors worldwide.
If I was a backpacker, especially female, and doing a lot of hostels I'd invest £4.99 in a 'Howsar Lock' ...Very useful for bedrooms and toilet doors.
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Development of Aluminium Alloys for High Temperature Applications in Diesel Engines
Rapid penetration of diesel engines is expected in North America because of their better fuel efficiency and lower greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. Diesel engine components, particularly cylinder heads, are made of cast irons and replacing them with aluminium alloys could result in a significant weight reduction and consequently better fuel efficiency. Aluminum alloys for diesel engine applications need to withstand higher operating temperatures and pressures as compared to conventional 3xxx based alloys that lose strength above 150oC. This paper presents selected results pertaining to alloy development with improved high temperature performance based on the modified 356 composition. Such alloys with engineered chemical composition and properly designed heat treatment could have improved properties at temperatures up to 250oC. The advanced thermal analysis techniques including dilatometer analysis were used to determine the effect of alloying additions on thermal characteristics including aging kinetics and its impact on casting service performance. Selected structure analysis results including XRD and TEM/EDX as well as elevated temperature tensile testing are presented.
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W. Kasprzak et al., "Development of Aluminium Alloys for High Temperature Applications in Diesel Engines", Materials Science Forum, Vols. 618-619, pp. 595-600, 2009

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A client from Marquette dropped by Driven Sound and Security with his 2009 Hummer H3 to inquire about improving the performance of the sound system. He wanted more bass from the system, but didn’t want to give up any cargo area. After looking at the vehicle, we suggested upgrading the factory subwoofer and adding a real amplifier to give him the performance he wanted. He loved the plan and gave us the go-ahead to schedule an appointment.
On the day he dropped off the truck, we removed the factory 8-inch subwoofer from its enclosure and mounted a Memphis Car Audio PRX8D4 8-inch subwoofer in its place. To power the sub efficiently, we replaced the tiny little factory amplifier with a JL Audio RD500/1 amp. Once we had the system configured and tuned, and we put the factory trim panels back in place, it was impossible to see any of the modifications.
The client was amazed that a woofer of the same size could produce that much more bass. To say he was pleased would be an understatement. If you are looking for better sound from your SUV, drop by Driven Sound and Security in Negaunee or send us an e-mail.


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Esfahan, historically also rendered in English as Ispahan, Sepahan, or Hispahan, is the capital of Esfahan province and located about 340 kilometer south of Tehran. Esfahan is Iran’s masterpiece, the jewel of ancient Persia. The exquisite blue mosaic tiles of buildings, its traditional Bazaar and bridges demand as much of your time as you can spare.
More than historian believe; this area was center of armies gathering to get ready to war. Even today, the city retains much of its past glory. It is famous for its Islamic architecture, with many beautiful boulevards, covered bridges, palaces, mosques, churches, and minarets. This led to the Persian poverb “Esfahan nesfe jahan ast” (Esfahan is half of the world).
The Naghshe-e Jahan Square in Esfahan is one of the largest city square in the world and an outstanding example of Iranian Islamic architecture. It has been designated by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site.
Of the most famous sites in Esfahan are: Ali Qapu(the Royal Palace), Pole Khaju, Chehel Sotoun, Si-o-Seh Pol, Naghsh-e Jahan square, Chaharbagh Boulevard, Menar Jonban, Atashgah Zoroastrian fire temple, Jame mosque, Shah mosque, And Sheikh Lotf Allah mosque.
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(MENAFN- Kuwait News Agency (KUNA)) BAGHDAD, Aug 1 (KUNA) -- Iraqi President Fuad Masum stated Tuesday the planned referendum on the proposed secession of the northern Kurdish region from Iraq did not amount to a declaration of independence.
"Holding a referendum based on mutual understanding does not amount to a declaration of independence per se," Masum said during a meeting with foreign diplomats at Baghdad Salam Palace.
He stressed that the differences between Baghdad and Irbil should be resolved through dialogue.
"Iraq's central government and the Kurdish region should look to the [Iraqi] constitution with a view to finding a middle ground," said Masum, noting that Article 140 of the constitution is devoted specifically to "disputed territories." On September 25, the Kurdish Regional Government plans to hold a referendum on whether the region should formally seek independence from the central government in Baghdad.
On July 26, Iraqi Prime Minister Haidar Al-Abadi said the upcoming referendum would constitute a violation of Iraq's constitution and that referendum results would therefore be considered invalid. (end) ahh.amm.ibi
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In the face of what meteorologists say is typically a “one in 30 years” type of weather event, Vermont is poised to see a tropical storm pass through the state Friday night into Saturday morning.
Tropical Storm Fay soaked much of the mid-Atlantic Friday, before striking land in New Jersey around midday. Now, the storm is heading north, expected to strike Vermont and Upstate New York Friday night.
Seth Kutikoff, a meteorologist with the National Weather Service in Burlington, said in the last 100 or so years, Vermont has only seen three tropical storm systems, most recently in 2011, when Tropical Storm Irene devastated much of the state.
“Thankfully, in this case, it’s a relatively weak tropical system, we haven’t seen much rain lately, and the impacts will be relatively low,” Kutikoff said. “But it is quite unusual.”
Kutikoff said that in the spring and summer leading up to Irene, Vermont saw a great deal of rain, worsening the impacts of the storm. In contrast, he said, the past few weeks have been relatively dry, making this storm’s impact much less worrisome.
Additionally, Kutikoff said, Tropical Storm Fay is a much smaller system, and will likely move through the state fairly quickly.
Kutikoff said it is also important to note that Vermont is unlikely to bear the brunt of the storm. He said as the system moves north, it’s been trending westward, meaning the Adirondack region might be hit harder than Vermont.
The area around the Green Mountains will likely see the most rainfall, Kutikoff said, though he noted that anywhere susceptible to runoff — in addition to any urban areas with drainage issues — could also face the potential for flash flooding.
Vermont is expected to see aless than an inch of rain from the tropical storm, experts report, but a frontal system is also set to move in from the west that will bring more stormy weather late Saturday, lasting through Sunday and Monday, and potentially lingering into Tuesday. Wednesday’s forecast is clear, but by Thursday, another frontal system from the west is expected to bring more rain.
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An upside, Kutikoff said, is that winds this weekend are expected to “not be anything substantial,” likely not worse than that of a normal thunderstorm, likely in the 10- to 15-mph range.
“You always want to be aware when you’re out and about,” Kutikoff said,” “But we’re thinking impacts will be minor at this point.”
Citing the storm, President Trump announced early Friday he was postponing a rally that had been scheduled for Saturday in Portsmouth, New Hampshire.
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In this chapter we discuss selected topics and issues dealing with statistical inferences from samples to populations, building upon the brief introduction to these ideas in Chapter 3. The discussion here is at an intermediate technical level and at a speed appropriate for review of material learned in the prerequisite course.
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So you work or live in the Sacramento area and your computer, laptop or mobile device starts acting strange; A different kind of strange beyond slowness that is usually experienced at some point.
Here are some of the strange behaviors that can occur when you have a virus or malware on your computer:
Note: Don’t pay money to anyone when prompted to by your computer, even if they say they’re in Sacramento or near to where you live. It is very likely a scam. First, reach out to a computer repair professional for assistance in finding out what’s happening.
If any of these are occurring or have occurred for you, there is a strong chance that your device has been infected with a virus.
Viruses and malware (also known as spyware) do a variety of things to your machine. They can either be a slight inconvenience or devastate things for you. The best course of action when you have been exposed to a virus is to shutdown your device and contact an IT professional for assistance in identifying and working to remedy the situation.
Waiting could lead to further loss, including your files, operating system, and even your identity through identify theft.
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Vilvoorde January 2024 — Komatsu, a global leader in the manufacturing of construction, mining, and forestry equipment, is delighted to announce its participation to Intermat 2024, the trade fair for construction machinery and construction technology scheduled to take place in Paris from April 24 to 27.
“After six long years, and the cancellation of the 2021 edition due to the pandemic, we are happy for this great opportunity to reconnect with customers from all over the world at Intermat” says Naser Memic Rendon, Deputy General Manager Marketing & Communication at Komatsu. “This fair in Paris promises to be an extraordinary event, providing Komatsu with a platform to showcase our latest equipment and customer solutions designed for a future-oriented, decarbonised workplace. It also reaffirms Komatsu Europe's unwavering commitment to the French, European, and African markets.”
Occupying a prominent space in Hall 5b, Komatsu's indoor stand will showcase nearly 30 machines, and will highlight cutting-edge technologies and top services with a focus on digitalization and electrification. A special place will be made for the recently launched PW168-11 and PW198-11 wheeled excavators and a Virtual Stand will offer a glimpse into the near future, providing a sneak peek at upcoming innovations.
Visitors will also have the opportunity to explore Komatsu excavators equipped with the Smart Construction 3D Machine Guidance kit, a simple technological enhancement allowing for productivity gain across an extensive variety of crawlers and wheeled excavators.
A dedicated team of Komatsu product managers will be on hand to provide comprehensive information and personalised assistance about the company's high-tech product support and services.
In response to the global imperative to mitigate climate change, Komatsu is actively collaborating with customers to establish safe, highly productive, smart, and clean workplaces for the future. The development and the launch of Komatsu electric equipment is a main part of our drive to achieve carbon neutrality. Komatsu’s journey toward electrification in construction machinery began in 2008 with the introduction of the world's first hybrid construction machine—a hybrid hydraulic excavator. Since then, Komatsu continues to expand its lineup of hybrid and electric equipment, ranging from small to larger hydraulic excavators.
At Intermat 2024, Komatsu will unveil brand- new electric excavators, including the 210LCE-11 in the 20- tonne range, the PC138E-11 with its reduced rear end radius, and the groundbreaking PC33E-6 in a world premiere cabin version—all equipped with lithium-ion batteries.


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Barbra Streisand - Left in the Dark (1983)
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"Left in the Dark" is a song by Jim Steinman from his only solo album Bad for Good. Barbra Streisand version Streisand's ...
"Left in the Dark" is a song by Jim Steinman from his only solo album Bad for Good.
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Streisand's rendition of the song is a power ballad which tells about experiences of a woman who finds out her partner has been cheating on her. "Left in the Dark" met with moderate commercial success internationally. The percussive synth sound in the intro is taken from Billy Squier's song "All Night Long", a track which was also produced by Steinman in 1984.
The music video for the song was Barbra's first video intended for MTV. Filmed within three days in Los Angeles in September 1984, it was directed by Jonathan Kaplan and included an appearance from Kris Kristofferson. The six-minute video portrays Barbra as a lounge singer entangled in a love triangle, with Kristofferson playing her partner.

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