![]() This 1992 N122/3 Skyliner was originally a coach built to carry 90 people. And while this bus and Neoplan itself are no longer in America, the Skyliner has been so successful that they’re still on sale today as the flagship of the Neoplan line. A 29-foot Skyliner in Japan became the shortest double decker bus in the world while a massive 47.5-foot quad axle single unit used by the NASA Kennedy Space Center became the longest. Skyliners were sold in America and assembled with American engines and transmissions. The Jumbocruiser didn’t stick around for very long, but the Skyliner did, becoming a success story for Neoplan. For a while it held the record of the largest bus in the world. NeoplanĪnd Neoplan didn’t stop there, and in 1975 it introduced the Jumbocruiser, a double decker articulated coach capable of carrying 170 people. As far as I could tell, this appears to be true. While the concept of the double decker bus dates back over a century, Neoplan claims that building a double decker for the long haul took until 1967. Neoplan claims that the NH 22 Skyliner was the first long-distance double decker coach. In 1967, Neoplan introduced the ancestor to the bus we’re looking at today. MAN goes on to note other innovations like a predecessor to today’s low-floor city bus, rear engine buses, and even the first bus to have passenger-adjusted air nozzles, not unlike what you’d find in planes and buses today. In 1957, Neoplan was reportedly the first bus manufacturer to announce that its buses would have air suspension and independent front wheel suspension as standard. Neoplan’s engine supplier continues, pointing out innovations from Neoplan. MAN says that Neoplan means “New Passenger Transport Vehicle or the New Plan.” Neoplan These new buses had partial monocoque designs featuring tubular steel skeletons. Then in 1953, Neoplan moved away from building bodies for existing chassis to building its own buses. After World War II, the company began building bodies with an all-steel construction. His small shop produced bodywork for bus and truck chassis. ![]() This thing has more thought put into it than a game of Jeopardy! Alternative HouseĪs Neoplan’s engine supplier, MAN, notes, Neoplan was launched in Stuttgart in 1935 by Gottlob Auwärter. After watching videos about the build and visiting its website, I’m blown away. But the Neoplan that Adrian sent was more than just a cool bus, as it was converted into a home, too. And at least for a short time, even Americans got to enjoy the weird things. I could probably identify a Neoplan design from a quarter mile away. The bus in the top image is from Neoplan, a German manufacturer of distinctive buses. The thumbnail had me hooked from the start. This morning, fellow big wheel lover Adrian Clarke sent me a link to a cool bus. Check out this 1992 Neoplan N122/3 Skyliner turned motorhome! Here’s another awesome idea, and it takes a weird double decker bus and turns it into what looks like a rather cozy home on wheels. Heck, someone even had a Smart turned into a micro camper. Sad that GMC no longer makes the innovative Motorhome? Someone had one modernized. Annoyed that you can’t get a rooftop firepit in an RV from Indiana? Someone’s solved that. One of the more fascinating things is seeing what people can come up with in custom builds. For more than two years, I’ve been diving deep into the world of RVs.
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![]() The zoo-entrance gets also timeouts :Ĭert = /etc/tls-sidecar/eo-certs/entity-operator.crt Unfortunately, I think there is still some problems from my zookeeper install. Resetting connection and trying again with a new connection. o.a.c.ConnectionState - Connection attempt unsuccessful after 120324 (greater than max timeout of 60000). o.a.z.ClientCnxn - Client session timed out, have not heard from server in 60059ms for sessionid 0x0, closing socket connection and attempting reconnect o.a.z.ClientCnxn - Client session timed out, have not heard from server in 60059ms for sessionid 0x0 Will not attempt to authenticate using SASL (unknown error) o.a.z.ClientCnxn - Opening socket connection to server .local/10.3.197.87:2181. Here are my logs from kafka-manager, but they are pretty much self explanatory: I definitely tried to create a new service pointing to 21811 (the port that zookeeper container listens to) trying to bypass the TlsSideCar entirely but same, the connection times out.ĭo you have any ideas of what else I could try ? I was wondering if there was anything I could do to resolve this, to make them able to connect to zookeeper. Same goes for trifecta, kafka-topics-ui, kafka-rest etc, basically everything that requires a ZK_HOST to start connecting to the cluster. ![]() ![]() giving it the zookeeper service at port 2181 ends up generating a timeout on the socket, probably because it is hitting the TlsSideCar instead, and is probably not configured to have access. I am trying to install kafka-manager but it asks for a zookeeper host (ZK_HOST). ![]() Counterpressure exerted on the high-osmolarity solution will reduce or halt the solvent transfer. If solutions of differing osmolarities are present on opposite sides of a semipermeable membrane, solvent will transfer from the lower-osmolarity solution to the higher-osmolarity solution. Solutions that have the same osmolarity have the same osmotic pressure. If more than one solute is present in a solution, the individual osmolarities are additive to get the total osmolarity of the solution. It is defined as the molarity of a solute times the number of particles a formula unit of the solute makes when it dissolves (represented by i): Osmolarity (osmol) is a way of reporting the total number of particles in a solution to determine osmotic pressure. External pressure can be exerted on a solution to counter the flow of solvent the pressure required to halt the osmosis of a solvent is equal to the osmotic pressure of the solution. This tendency is called osmotic pressure. When two solutions of different concentration are present on either side of these membranes (called semipermeable membranes), there is a tendency for solvent molecules to move from the more dilute solution to the more concentrated solution until the concentrations of the two solutions are equal. It involves osmosis, the process by which solvent molecules can pass through certain membranes but solute particles cannot. The last colligative property of solutions we will consider is a very important one for biological systems. This makes walking on the sidewalk less hazardous in winter. The salt sprinkled on this sidewalk makes the water on the sidewalk have a lower freezing point than pure water, so it does not freeze as easily. With the urgency of climate goals, policy that is built on accurate atmospheric modelling reduces the possibility of using resources and finances toward the wrong policies and goals.\): Effect of Freezing Point Depression. "If policies are made based on a model that has high uncertainties, then the policies will have high uncertainties. That should lead to better predictions of air quality and climate, and better prediction of what is going to happen in the next 50 years," says Dr. "Through what we've shown, we've improved our understanding of atmospheric aerosols. Depending on the properties of the lubricating oil and the oxidized organic material, different number of liquid phases will appear resulting in different impacts on air quality and climate. The study focused on particles containing mixtures of lubricating oil from gas vehicles, oxidized organic material from fossil fuel combustion and trees, and inorganic material from fossil fuel combustion. ![]() Scientists were also able to study the properties of particles containing three phases, including how well these particles acted as seeds for clouds, and how fast gases go into and out of the particles. Remarkably, three different colors were observed in these particles, confirming the presence of three liquid phases. ![]() Although the solvatochromic dye method has been used widely in biology and chemistry, it has not been used to characterize the phase behaviour of atmospheric aerosols. To test this, a solvatochromic dye - a dye that changes color depending on polarity of its surroundings - was injected into particles containing a mixture of all three of these components. More recently, researchers at UBC hypothesized three liquid phases could form in atmospheric particles if the particles consisted of low polarity material, medium polarity material, and salty water. In 2012, researchers from the University of British Columbia and Harvard University provided the first observations of two liquid phases in particles collected from the atmosphere. Prior to 2012, it was often assumed in models that aerosol particles contained only one liquid phase. ![]() Nevertheless, how these particles behave remains uncertain. These particles contribute to poor air quality and absorb and reflect solar radiation, affecting the climate system. What we hope is that these results improve models used in air quality and climate change policies."Īerosol particles fill the atmosphere and play a critical role in air quality. "These properties play a role in air quality and climate. Allan Bertram, a professor in the department of chemistry. "We've shown that certain types of aerosol particles in the atmosphere, including ones that are likely abundant in cities, can often have three distinct liquid phases." says Dr. While aerosol particles were known to contain up to two liquid phases, the discovery of an additional liquid phase may be important to providing more accurate atmospheric models and climate predictions. The game was initially released on February 10, 2017 The game is sure to keep the player on the edge of their seat, and the mystery in each chapter is bound to keep them coming back for more.The story behind Bendy and the Ink MachineBendy and the Ink Machine is a survival horror game that was created by theMeatly Games. ![]() ![]() The game is available for Microsoft Windows, PlayStation 4, Nintendo Switch, and Xbox One.Pros Cons Excellent storytelling throughout the game Limited camera controls and perspective can make the game quite monotonous The game features unique vintage-style graphics unique to the horror genre The puzzles are quite challenging and might take time to solve for some players The addition of boss battles keeps the gameplay engaging and fun The game can be quite short for players who complete it quickly In conclusion, Bendy and the Ink Machine is a thrilling horror game that features excellent storytelling, unique vintage graphics, and engaging gameplay.Its puzzles and boss battles keep the gameplay fun and engaging.Although it has some cons like limited camera controls and a short length, it is still worth the playtime. The game has a large fanbase, and its popularity is on the rise Moreover, the game also involves puzzle-solving skills, and players must have a keen eye for detail to complete the game’s various levels.The game’s graphics are unique and have a vintage cartoon feel, making the game look like an old Disney cartoon.Bendy and the Ink Machine features five chapters, each with different levels built around a different central idea. However, when Henry arrives, he is not welcomed warmly as he had anticipated.Instead, the studio is filled with horror and mystery, and he has to face numerous challenges to make his way through the game’s levels.Bendy and the Ink Machine features the use of countless characters, such as Bendy, Alice Angel, Boris the Wolf, and many more.The game’s primary antagonist is Bendy, and players must overcome numerous obstacles to defeat him. ![]() ![]() The letter invites him to examine his old animation studio So sit back, turn off the lights, and get ready to experience the world of Bendy and the Ink Machine.Overview of Bendy and the Ink MachineBendy and the Ink Machine is a video game that falls under the horror genre.The game is developed and published by Joey Drew Studios and was released in the year 2017.The plot of the game involves a retired animator named Henry, who receives a letter from his old colleague Joey Drew. Welcome to the world of Bendy and the Ink Machine! If you're a fan of horror games with a touch of nostalgia, you're in for a treat.Created by TheMeatly Games, this popular episodic survival horror game takes place in an abandoned animation studio where you play as Henry, a retired animator who returns to the studio after receiving a strange invitation from his old colleague.As you explore the studio, you discover the dark secrets behind the ink machine and the twisted characters it has brought to life.In this blog post, we'll take a closer look at the story and gameplay mechanics that make this game so compelling. More films that consider how humanity could limit global warming, adapt to a changing world or even cope with climate anxiety - could get people talking more about climate change. As the time available to bring global emissions under control shrinks, this is an all-hands-on-deck situation. Hollywood can, if it chooses, use its cultural power to influence the response to the climate crisis. Most climate films and TV series only nod to global warming - for example, the easy-to-miss overtones in “SpiderMan: Far From Home.” Only a handful tackle the topic head on, such as “Woman at War.” Together, Svoboda and I updated his research to include 100 climate change films and television series, spanning 1966 to present day, and found that 66 percent depict disaster or a grim future. But with global warming, he said, “we cannot let bedtime stories lull us into inactivity.” “It’s a psychological thrill, a fun bedtime story, and then we go back to what we were doing,” Svoboda told me. And despite being highly entertaining - I, myself, love them! - tales of doom, told over and over, don’t encourage action. The trouble is, audiences have become inured to end-of-the-world stories. The fossil-fuel industry is rarely even acknowledged. ![]() The genre includes all sorts of catastrophes, from floods and ice ages to hurricanes and sea-level rise. After watching 61 of them, Michael Svoboda, an assistant professor of writing at George Washington University, found that most featured disaster. So far, most climate-fiction movies have told bleak tales. Roosevelt called it a “necessary and beneficial part of the war effort.” ![]() During World War II, Hollywood churned out nearly 300 propaganda movies to maintain morale. ![]() Never wash with any other laundry.ĭry immediately in dryer on tumble dry low heat setting, allowing it to dry thoroughly. Wash together with outer cover for a balanced load. Machine wash in cold water with mild detergent. (Encasement comes with Original and Waterproof models only.) ![]() Wash the outer cover as often as you like.Ĭlean encasement only if soiled. Zip fully closed prior to washing and drying. Washing the outer cover before first use is optional. In what order do the cover, pad, and sheets go on the mattress?. ![]() The Mini Mattress has our patented Wovenaire core and features a soft, eyelet removable single layer 3D spacer cover with the viscose layer sewn into the underside of the cover’s spacer material. Newton also offers one Mini Crib Mattress with dimensions of 37.75" x 23.75" x 3". The Original and Waterproof mattresses are 2-stage mattresses: firm enough for your baby and comfortable enough to grow with them all through toddler years. The Essential Crib Mattress is a bit firmer in feel, as the cover is not quilted like the Original and Waterproof. Each type of mattress cover fully zips off, and the entire mattress is washable from cover to the core! Our Waterproof Mattress uses the same construction in the cover as our Original Mattress, adding a layer of breathable waterproof lining for toddler years on one side to help better combat bigger messes. The Original, however, is made with 2 layers of thick spacer material that is quilted together to create soft pillows of air over the fully breathable Wovenairee® core. The Essential Mattress has a thinner single layer of spacer material that covers the Wovenaire core. The covers vary in each type of mattress. ![]() The Wovenairee® core is in all Newton mattresses however, the Essential is a slimmer profile at only 4" thick instead of the 5.5" that you find in the Original and Waterproof versions. Newton offers three standard crib mattresses: The Essential, Original and Waterproof Crib Mattress. The difference in the mattresses comes down to what type of cover and what thickness mattress is best for your family. Our patented Wovenairee® core, found in all of our mattresses, is made up of 90% air by volume and 10% food-grade polymer, standing by its title of woven-air. During these tests, Newton crib mattresses showed 97% more airflow than the leading organic crib mattress, reducing the risk of suffocation.Our standard crib mattresses come in three versions. Newton crib mattresses were tested for air permeability, suffocation risk, and Co2 rebreathing factors in a third-party CPSC-accredited laboratory. They're as breathable as our mattress, gentle to the touch, and get softer with more washes!Ĭan my baby breathe through this mattress? Add sheets to your Newton from day one with our perfect-fit Organic Cotton Muslin sheets.It's perfect for adding to your Newton once your little one can roll in both directions on their own (often sooner than you might think)! It's easily the best item to have in your diaper bag as well - for caregivers or when traveling - as it can add a layer of breathability to any traditional sleeping surface. Our Waterproof Mattress Pad is a safe, breathable option to traditional waterproof pads.Fully removable, machine washable and interchangeable, our Extra Covers are lifesavers for parents who prefer to have one ready when late-night accidents occur. Chances are you'll want to purchase an Extra Cover.While your Newton mattress is the perfect sleep surface for your baby, you may consider adding some other items to create the ultimate sleep environment (and have backups in the linen closet). Your Newton mattress consists of the Wovenarie core material covered by a viscose encasement and the single layer removable outer cover. Do I need to add anything to my Newton mattress? ![]() We then work our way through most of the 2D brushes, looking at what they do and any specific areas of interest. We examine where the 2D brushes files are stored on disk and how they can be edited to create new effects. We briefly look at how 2D stokes work in the Viewer before moving onto 3D where we cover the specific Growth attributes, including Branches, Twigs, Leaves, Flowers, and Buds. The basics of painting onto a surface, rendering and lighting Paint Effects strokes, and how to manipulate the stroke after it’s been created to generate different effects. From there we go over a general introduction of Artisan, look at how we can use the tool as a quick selection system, and along with a basic sculpting methodology.ģD capabilities and what brushes are available to us. When they where introduced into Maya and also where they’ve been used in production. Note: we do not cover the new Mudbox functionality added to Maya.Ĭlass 1: History of Paint Effects and Artisan He is also well versed in Katana, RenderMan, Arnold and Nuke. Matt’s been using Maya for 20 years since it’s initial release in February 1998. ![]() He has been in the 3D and Visual Effects industry since 1990 and has contributed to such movies as Lara Croft: Tomb Raider, Godzilla, Thor: Ragnarok and Star Wars: The Last Jedi. The course is taught by Matt Leonard who works for Industrial Light & Magic as a Technical Trainer specialist in Creature Development. This course is perfect for someone who has never used Paint Effects and Artisan before, but is also a great refresher for the more experienced artist who may have missed or forgotten how many great applications this toolset can be used for. We look at 2D artistic painting, 3D object paint, live 3D texture paining, animation of the paint, 3D sculpting, selections and attribute manipulation. Our course focuses on many of the key aspects of these two intertwined toolsets. This app is outstanding.Since its, conception Artisan has been a part of Maya but it wasn’t until version 2.5, released in 2000, that Paint Effect founds its way into the package. "I've downloaded 100's of apps on my iPhone and iPad and I've never felt compelled to write a review until now. ![]() This is DEFINITELY my new favorite app" by Carlos Laurel "I've tried SOOO many different photo effects apps - this one is just awesome, really leaves the other apps in the dust!. Watch a video demo at: bit.ly/paintfx-demo. Give your photos a splash with just a few taps! Work in landscape or portrait orientation. Have fun, by giving yourself a tan or changing the color of your hair and clothes. Score Points & Compete for Top Honors.Ĭreate amazing photos with a few taps. Share your images on Facebook, Flickr, Twitter or send via email or submit to Paint FX Community from within the app. Undo any number of accidental brush strokes or completely erase backgrounds for a brilliant studio-style portrait photo. Give your photos a catchy look by converting them in white and black and highlighting the particular parts in color.Īpply effects to the whole image or just to the chosen part of it. Control Brightness, Contrast, and Saturation with pinpoint accuracy.įully customizable brush and powerful zoom to work with details. Loads of filters and effects, including Sketch, Hue, Cartoonize, and Threshold to easily turn your photos into professional looking pieces.Ĭustomize each effect and apply as many effects as you want on the one picture. THE LARGE COLLECTION OF FILTERS AND PHOTO EFFECTS. Whether you are looking to add just a little bit of flair or completely re-imagine what's possible with your photos, Paint FX is for you. And don't just stop at one effect - Paint FX also allows you to apply multiple effects on top of each other. Paint FX is the first app ever that gives you the ability to decide whether you want to adjust your whole picture, or just a certain part of it. Indulge your creativity and share it with the world! Choose from ton of effects and filters and apply them at any part of the image with a simple touch of your finger. With Paint FX you have a possibility to let your photos express your emotions and tell your own story. One stop photo editing, like photoshop in your hands. and many more with custom options, layering giving you infinite options. Several Apps in one: Colorizer, Color Splash, Image Blender, HDR, Sketch, Cartoonizer. Compete in Challenges and share your creations for Top Ranks. Paint FX Community to be inspired with and inspire. Featured as "App Store Essentials (for) Camera & Photography", overall "New and Noteworthy" app and "Staff Favorite". Support for iOS 8, iOS 8 Extensions: Add Paint FX Filters to Photos app and edit directly from there. ![]() Dont need to change the full photo anymore Apply filters, effects, colors, enhancements, adjustments or edit your photos any way, anywhere you want selectively in specific areas with the swipe of a finger. ![]()
![]() Loba is currently coping with Bangalore’s rejection by romancing Valkyrie, and although it’s clearly a rebound romance, neither Loba nor Valkyrie seems to care. After nearly dying in the process of hunting the arachnids down, Loba, Valkyrie, Crypto, Bloodhound, and Caustic returned with their prey, saving all of the infected victims with the cure.īut when Loba arrived at Bangalore’s hospital room with a bouquet of flowers, she overheard Bangalore tell the other Legends that she and Loba were “just friends”, shattering Loba’s romantic hopes right along with her heart. ![]() By Season 9, however, the two Legends were openly flirting via in-game dialogue.īut things got complicated later that season when a deadly virus attacked Olympus, infecting Bangalore and sending Loba on a quest to hunt down the dangerous Carthage spiders residing on Gaea to make a cure for the virus, which had infected Bangalore and many others. In Season 6, Revenant mentioned that Loba and Bangalore were having “girls nights”, and it was pretty clear he didn’t mean they were spending their evenings braiding each other’s hair. You might not normally associate PvP shooters with love, but there’s plenty of romantic tension building up within the drop ship these days, so in honor of Valentine’s Day, let’s take a look at some of the budding romances in Apex Legends.īangalore, Loba, and Valkyrie Bangalore and Lobaĭespite initially disliking Loba, it quickly became clear that Bangalore’s intense vendetta against the flirty thief had far more to do with personal feelings than with Loba’s explosive entrance in Season 5, despite Bangalore’s insistence that she only cared about Loba’s rule-breaking. ![]() From friendships to pseudo-families to newly-found romances, the Legends aren’t shy about making their feelings clear (even in the middle of a match). One of the game’s most unique characteristics is the series of ever-evolving relationships the characters have with one another. Apex Legends – the popular battle royale developed by Respawn Entertainment – is constantly breaking the typical hero shooter mold. Named after local trail champion Bob Venables, the pathway showcases the beauty of the other, non-beach side of Delaware. The Bob is a fitting name for this fun, unassuming 4.6-mile gravel trail. Bob Trail Delaware's Bob Trail | Photo courtesy Lee Cannon | CC BY-SA 2.0 Can’t get enough of the area? The Markell Trail intersects with two other scenic pathways, the Wilmington Riverwalk and the New Castle Battery Park Trail, as well as the East Coast Greenway. Have a question about something you see or need to tighten a bolt? Interpretive kiosks and bike repair stations line the route. Be sure to stop to hopefully catch a glimpse of beavers, otters and bald eagles. Markell Trail follows a former industrial rail line, passing several scenic overlooks of the Christina River, multiple bridges, and a 2,300-foot boardwalk elevated over the Russell W. Markell Trail | Courtesy Delaware Greenways TRAIL OF THE MONTH: Delaware's Cape Henlopen State Park Bike Loop (January 2021) The trail connects to the 8-mile Junction & Breakwater Trail on the western edge of the park, connecting the towns of Lewes and Rehobeth Beach. Biden, who owns a home within a few pedal strokes of the 3.3-mile trail, is one of an estimated 100,000 people who use the path each year. You may never have visited the Cape Henlopen State Park Bike Loop, but you’ve almost certainly seen it on the news when President Joe Biden pedaled on this Delaware state park bike path. Cape Henlopen State Park Bike Loop/Junction & Breakwater Trail Delaware's Cape Henlopen State Park Bike Loop | Photo courtesy Delaware State Parks Want to stretch your legs a bit more? The trail connects to the 3,000-mile East Coast Greenway. Traveling from Bellevue State Park on the Delaware River to Brandywine Creek in Wilmington, the trail passes through scenic Alapocas Run State Park, over several punchy climbs, and past several historic estates, including Bellevue Hall and Rockwood Mansion. Northern Delaware Greenway Trail Delaware's Northern Delaware Greenway Trail | Photo by TrailLink user gogovindĬurrently the longest rail-trail in the state, the 10-mile Northern Delaware Greenway Trail is also the oldest work began in the early 1990s, when residents decided they’d rather have a trail than yet another shopping mall. At its Maryland terminus, the trail continues on another two miles as the Ben Cardin C&D Canal Recreational Trail. Originally built in 1829, the canal remains one of the world’s busiest, giving trail users a chance to see passing cargo ships and beautiful historic bridges. ![]() ![]() So what makes this 12-mile paved greenway so beloved by locals? Is it the gorgeous spring wildflowers, water views or ample opportunities to see wildlife? Maybe because it intersects Lums Pond State Park, allowing trail users additional ways to enjoy a beautiful day in nature? The trail follows much of the C&D Canal that links the Chesapeake Bay and Delaware River. Michael Castle Trail Delaware's Michael Castle Trail | Photo by TrailLink user Ted Sammons ![]() But you’re sure to enjoy all its wonders, big and small. Will you be exclaiming “Dela-WOW!” after exploring the state on these rail-trails? Well no, because no one actually talks like that. Luckily, what the trails lack in length, they make up for in history, beauty and fun.ĭelaware named cycling as its official state sport in 2014, and, a year later, was named one of the most bike-friendly states in the country by the League of American Bicyclists. Delaware's Georgetown-Lewes Trail | Photo by TrailLink user James McGinnisĭubbed “the Small Wonder” by the state’s inhabitants, Delaware’s rail-trails certainly reflect that moniker the longest one is only 10 miles long! But given that the entire state is roughly the same size as the city of Anchorage, Alaska, it’s also completely understandable. |
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