![]() With the extension of observations to almost all wavelengths from radio waves to gamma rays, with the use of very sensitive new receivers and the development of fast computers, remarkable progress has been made in the description and the understanding of the Universe. Since then astrophysics has become the most impor tant domain of astronomy. 59 Seeber G., 2003, Satellite Geodesy (Walter de Gruyter, Berlin NewYork, 2003). ![]() A space mission with Gaia-like astrometric performance is required, but not necessarily a Gaia-like satellite. This mission is described in detail as well as its contributions to astrophysics and space. Astronomy, Astrophysics and Cosmology, (arXiv 1001.0316). Astrometry for Astrophysics Methods, Models, and Applications The field of astrometry, the precise measurement of the positions, distances, and motions of astronomical objects, has been revolutionized in recent years. With Gaia in orbit since December 2013 it is time to look at the future of fundamental astrometry and a time frame of 50 years is needed in this matter. ![]() Until the end of the 19th century, before the development of physical as tronomy, all astronomical observations were directed towards obtaining posi tions of celestial bodies. They also were able to release a component of the spacecraft, the Lunar Module (LM), carrying its own rocket power, to land two astronauts on the Moon and bring. Launch of the FAME spacecraft is scheduled for October 2004. The first, vigorous years when the pioneers worked alone or in small groups are over. The goal of the present book is, in contrast, to provide an up-to-date description of astrometric techniques, particularly the most recent and powerful ones, whether the instruments are on the ground or in space. Radio astronomy is now in such a situation. Although several books describe the theoretical foundations of positional astronomy, they touch only slightly on the descrip tion of instruments and the procedures for obtaining actual geometrical or kinematic quantities, which are among the basic observational data in the study of the Universe and of its components. Astrometry is the domain of astronomy devoted to the determination of po sitions and their time-variations, and by extension, the apparent dimensions and shapes of celestial bodies. Part of the book series: Astronomy and Astrophysics Library (AAL) 1383 Accesses.
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![]() Very different ways of dressing, sure, but both striking and meaningful - to the context of the show, and to culture and history that's still relevant today. Both parties, subjugated by the societies around them, show rebellion and community through costume. It's nice to see these moments happen simultaneously on the show, especially when it comes to the clothes. Interesting, too, since it's a way of dress we've seen Nucky sport since day one - a kind of bold ownership of the styles of the day, underscored by daring color and loads of swagger. He's cocky, flamboyant, and gorgeous in his marginalized state. When Pernsley isn't inciting rebellion in his kitchen whites, he's a royal peacock, strutting into Chalky's office in a chambray waistcoat, plaid suit, and green Stetson. The movement kicks off, headed by the menacing, muscular Dunn Pernsley. Knowing that Jimmy would not have the resources to handle a race strike, one of Nucky's last power plays before leaving office is to pull the switch on Chalky White's disgruntled constituency. The second piece of history addresses the black community of Atlantic City. It's a serious style not to be overlooked by the viewer, to say nothing of political affiliations. There is something quite modern about the stern cut of John's garb. And the juxtaposition of Nucky's finery and the IRA's puritanical black-and-white brings this personality clash into higher visual contrast. The desperate boy, who turns out to be Nucky himself, killed rats so his family had something to eat. John, the acting leader, is gaunt, minimalist, cool, and clearly uncomfortable with Nucky's mercenary mission. Enoch 'Nucky' Thompson addresses the Temperance League, spinning a tale of a young boy who struggled to feed his family after being abandoned by their alcoholic father. The IRA soldiers are austere men, with dedication to their passionate fight for freedom. The new setting also presents a culture shock to Nucky. ![]() Still, Nucky takes advantage of the situation as usual: They need high-powered machine guns, he needs fine Irish whiskey. Both sides agreed to a ceasefire in 1921, but as with any uneasy truce, violence continues today. The remaining ripples of the Irish War of Independence are spreading through the British Isles. Looking forward to what season 3 brings, even if one of the more exciting characters has been removed.A bit of history might help to best understand the themes of Sunday night Boardwalk Empire - and to shed some light on some sharp contrasts in style. These shocking moments have at least turned that switch, and maybe theres somewhere for this show to go, to excel. And from my review of season 1, remember, it was the lack of shocking deaths that compelled me to feel meh about the show. So, at least these shocking moments entice me to watch further. And the star of the first two seasons is no more. And yet, the seemingly usurper star of the show, a show that is to last another three seasons, mentored from childhood by Nucky Thompson, gets a bullet to the dome delivered by none other than Nucky himself. He was definitely positioned that way through the first two seasons. I was beginning to feel that Jimmy was going to secretly become the star of the show, taking over Steve Buscemis Nucky Thompson as the king of the Boardwalk. What a sad moment when we see the Butcher exclaim that your husband did this to you before shooting her dead. First, the shocking death of Jimmys wife Angela. Sure, there was the intermittent killing, but season 2 was packed with just too much drama. Everything was about court appearances, getting out of jail, strong-arming each other nudge-by-nudge, political strife, and so on. The bad: there was a LOT less action and intrigue this season. ![]() It took until about the final three episodes to shock me and maintain my interest further. I must admit, most of season 2 was quite a downgrade from an already just mediocre series (by season 1s account). Questions: During training camp, Beal publicly committed to replacing long two-point shots with threes or drives to the basket. Still, Beal remains a fan and media favorite, and I believe he has elite potential, even though the numbers suggest otherwise. While the full group didn't actually improve much from the point in their careers most similar to Wall's, they also didn't experience significant drop-offs for several more seasons.īradley Beal: Assertions that Wall and Beal comprise the NBA's second-best backcourt, behind Golden State's Stephen Curry and Klay Thompson, are premature, in no small part because Beal 1.) has been average and 2) hasn't improved much since entering the league. The list is a good one, including Deron Williams, Isiah Thomas, Andre Miller, Terrell Brandon, Chris Paul, and Kevin Johnson. What to Expect: While improvement would seem a given considering Wall's youth, his historical comparables peaked young (average age: 24.7). Will the team's new offense give him more room to operate? If so, he could get better shots and reduce his turnovers, both of which would make him even more effective. ![]() Questions: Wall's defense, passing, and transition offense already are strengths. In other words: Wall deserved being an All-Star, isn't an elite player, and probably deserves more consideration than he's gotten for Team USA. John Wall: A phenomenal talent who's just 25 years old, Wall has managed to walk a seemingly impossible path of receiving well-deserved honors, being somewhat overrated, and simultaneously getting dissed. Let's look at Washington's presumptive starters: Given that teams have roughly the same number of possessions in a game, what matters is relative efficiency: How does a team perform during its possessions compared to its opponent? Moreover, while "upping the pace" sounds good, it means little in a vacuum. During the preseason, the entire NBA played faster and shot more threes, and Washington was actually below average in three-point attempts. While all this may feel like radical change to Wizards fans, this offense doesn't actually qualify as innovation it's adoption of the new orthodoxy. Predicated on playing fast, spreading the floor, and shooting more threes, Washington's new look looked good in the preseason: 27.8 percent of the team's field-goal attempts were from three-point range, up from just 20.3 percent last season, and the team's pace factor (possessions per 48 minutes) rose from 93.6 to 101.5. Pierce is gone, but the Wizards' newfound commitment to "pace and space" remains. As a result, head coach Randy Wittman was fired and replaced by former Oklahoma City Thunder head coach Scott Brooks.After receiving heavy criticism for running an offense seemingly stuck in the 1980s-two lane-clogging big men on the floor at the same time a inefficient diet of long two-point jump shots-Wizards coach Randy Wittman moved Paul Pierce to power forward and unleashed a small ball offense during last year's playoffs that nearly carried Washington to the Eastern Conference Finals. The team won 41 games last season, but missed the playoffs. But despite showing promise during these seasons, the Wizards have again stagnated. ![]() Both appearances, in 20, resulted in second-round departures. The Wizards have managed just two playoff appearances in Wall’s time in Washington. He posted 16.4 points and 8.3 assists per game as a rookie and ever since has continued to establish himself among the game’s premier point guards. Wall joined the Wizards after just one season at Kentucky and hit the ground running. However, with Wall now in his seventh season in D.C., the waiting game continues. Since the arrival of John Wall in 2010, the Washington Wizards have at stages threatened to break through in the Eastern Conference. ![]() However, a good portion of the blame lies elsewhere. Mandatory Credit: Mandatory Credit: Tommy Gilligan-USA TODAY Sports Despite having another stellar season, John Wall is still no closer to propelling the Washington Wizards to the next level. ![]() Your fully wound watch should maintain a power reserve and will run for at least 24-36 hours. A manual-wind watch should be wound until resistance is felt and the crown will no longer turn clockwise, whereas an automatic watch can be wound forever without risk of damage. Wind/Turn the crown clockwise until it stops abruptly and cannot be wound any further. To fully wind a watch requires 15 to 25 full 360-degree turns (this will vary depending on the watch). The crown will turn in in both directions, but will only wind in one direction: clockwise (or forward). Turn the crown forward (clockwise) with a long stroke. Place the crown (winder) between your thumb and forefinger. If you and your wrist are sufficiently active while wearing the watch throughout the day (for at least an 8-hour period), the watch should maintain a power reserve for between 24-36 hours. These automatic or self-winding watches possess a rotor or bumper mechanism that will move and automatically wind the watch based upon ypur wrist movement as you wear the watch over the course of the day. Most people generally wind their watch completely each morning before putting it on their wrist.Ī rotor-powered automatic watch movement.Ī watch with an automatic or self-winding movement does not require winding, but it can also be wound manually if desired (instructions for how to wind an automatic watch will be detailed in the next section). A full wind is required before wearing the watch and should typically last between 24-36 hours. Instructions for winding will be detailed in the next section. If your watch is powered by a manual-winding movement, then it is solely powered by winding the crown of the watch in a clockwise or forward direction until resistance is felt and the crown cannot be wound any further. A battery will generally last at least 1.5 - 2 years. Battery-powered watches should not be left unused for extended periods of time - a battery should be replaced or removed before they burst or leak acid, which can cause serious damage to the watch movement. If your watch is powered by a ‘Quartz’ or battery powered movement, then it will continue to operate until the battery is completely drained (presuming all other internal pats and connectors are in good working order). ![]() See the customization options below for baked options. While this tastes delicious as raw dough, it lacks some of the necessary ingredients to turn it into an actual cookie. You can read my post on how to make edible cookie dough for a full breakdown on what makes this edible cookie dough safe to eat. You’ll need to skip the eggs and heat your flour to remove any bacteria. How do you make cookie dough safe to eat? To make your flour safe to eat, toast the flour on a baking sheet in a 350✯ oven for 5 minutes before using. It is generally considered unsafe to eat raw flour. Recently there have been concerns about eating raw flour. If you measure carefully it shouldn’t taste too much like coconut or maple, although you might still taste it a tiny bit. Does this vegan cookie dough taste like maple syrup?Ĭoconut oil and maple syrup are strong flavors, but I find they cancel each other out in this recipe. If you’d like to learn more about the health benefits of coconut oil I recommend reading The Coconut Oil Miracle by Bruce Fife. Add the flour and salt and mix until combined. Place the butter, brown sugar, vanilla, and milk into a mixing bowl and beat until light and fluffy. If it comes out too runny for you just pop it in the fridge for a few minutes and it’ll firm right up. Spread the flour onto a baking sheet and bake for 5 minutes, then set aside to cool completely. My house is pretty cold in this polar vortex, so after some good ol’ stirring it was perfect for me. The temperature of the oil makes a big difference on the consistency here. It melts in your mouth and doesn’t taste too terribly coconut-y. Top questions Coconut oil in cookie dough?Ĭoconut oil (affiliate link) is magic. Mix the melted coconut oil with the maple syrup and vanilla extract.With only six ingredients, you might already have everything you need on hand. This is the healthiest, easiest cookie dough you’ll ever throw together in a moment of need. Vegan cookie dough! And you’re not sharing – we’re talking edible cookie dough for one. Sometimes you’re pregnant (I’m not) and you really just shouldn’t be eating raw eggs or flour. Sometimes you just want a treat without having to mix up a whole batch of cookies. Because lets admit it: for a lot of us, dipping into the dough is the best part of baking. ![]() Sometimes you just want edible cookie dough. My Edible Cookie Dough Recipe has been a fan favorite for years. And then you eat the cookies that just came out of the oven. You know it’s a little bit dangerous (raw eggs! raw flour!!) but one bite isn’t gonna kill you, right? And do you really know anyone who has ever gotten sick from eating cookie dough? But ultimately, you’re there for the dough. ![]()
![]() In Southern California, a woman bought 50 lottery tickets on Tuesday at a 7-Eleven for her and her co-workers, CBS News Los Angeles reported. ![]() The two jumbo-sized jackpots spurred some people to pool their money and buy tickets by the dozen in the hopes of winning big. The odds of winning the Mega Millions jackpot are 1 in 302,575,350. If someone wins Friday night, the cash option would be an estimated $369.6 million. Those winning numbers were 19, 22, 31, 37, 54 with a Mega Ball of 18. In Mega Millions, an estimated $720 million jackpot is up for grabs Friday night after no one matched all six numbers in Tuesday night's drawing. The odds of winning the Powerball jackpot are 1 in 292.2 million. Wednesday night's pot of gold was the sixth largest in U.S. In 2016, the game's second-largest grand prize of $1.586 billion was split among winners in California, Florida and Tennessee.Įarlier this year, a ticket sold in Washington state won a $754.6 million jackpot, the game's sixth largest. The $1.08 billion grand prize is the third largest in the game's history since it started in 1992. Before Wednesday night's drawing, no one had matched the five white balls and red Powerball in the past 38 chances to win. The jackpot had been swelling since April 19, when a ticket bought in Ohio won a $252.6 million jackpot. In November, a lucky man at Joe's Service Center in Altadena correctly guessed the numbers accompanying the world-record Powerball jackpot of $2.04 billion. It was the second time in eight months that a $1 billion Powerball ticket was sold in Los Angeles County, CBS News Los Angeles points out. Wednesday's Powerball drawing had more than 4.8 million winning tickets overall and lower-tier cash prizes worth $85.1 million. Experts told CBS MoneyWatch that people who suddenly come into a lot of money should go through a "cooling-off period" and not rush to make big financial decisions. ![]() This software is better because it offers more features than ever before for designers that will help them with fonts. In conclusion, FontLab Studio 5 is probably the easiest and most efficient way to create your very own unique fonts. It's a very easy and simple way to make your scripts your own. Different features include postscript hinting, true type hinting, and macro scripting via python. FontLab 8 permite crear y editar fuentes en Mac y Windows. It's great because its a built-in system, which means you don't need to use another app to edit your fonts. Por chiquinkila en MAC OSX, Manager/Download, Proyectos. Rapid is great for quick drawing of consistent shapes, or for intelligent manual tracing of a scan or background. Move the Rapid handles to change the curve segment Tension, or double-click to apply the current font-wide default. You can make your font as specific and as unique as you would like. FontLab knows which nodes should be extremes, and automatically makes smooth curves with your chosen node positions. There are multiple types of hinting and scripting you can use that affect the size and shape of your font. I also like that FontLab Studio 5 carries industry standard font production.For the more advanced fonter, you can utilize OpenType layout, which allows you to edit features, even the way they interact. There are no language barriers because it supports the encoding of every Unicode character. This feature also helps you create whether you want your font to be bold or regularly shaped. There's an algorithm that allows you to change stand-alone fonts into font families. With lots of choices and options to choose from, you can create font families that vary in weight, width, and aspect. FontLab supports multiple types of master font design.There is also a feature where you can create 'Classes.' This allows you to copy and make multiple fonts of the same kind, without having to manually make them over and over again. The feature 'Metrics Window' is a great way to simply test and kern your unique font.There is also a feature where you can clean up vectors, create better curves with font edits, and quickly move between letterheads and design. This allows you to make the perfect design you have in mind. There's a Beizer creation, which is a drawing tool that features pen, rectangle, ellipse, knife and eraser tools. What are some of FontLab Studio's other features and what can they do? One includes: Professional Glyph Drawing: You can start from scratch or scan your creations and make them into fonts.When it comes to font creation, FontLab studios has many features that will put designers struggles to rest, including font family management, Python scripting, and even glyph design with spacing and kerning. ![]() Its main function is to aid designers in the creation and modification of fonts. Designers that utilize FontLab Studio 5 will not be disappointed. ![]() Overall, the look is gorgeous and it’s amazing for any casual day out. ![]() This hairstyle features a textured look with natural curls on top and high fade on the sides. Plus, it’s a great way to showcase those natural curls. It’s perfect for those little boys who love a bit of adventure in their style. This little black boy haircut takes the traditional Mohawk and adds a curly twist. Just when you thought Mohawks couldn’t get any cooler, in walks the Curly Hawk. This haircut is sure to give your child a sharp, handsome look. The hair fades dramatically around the temples, hence the name, while the top remains longer. Temp FadeĪlso known as the Brooklyn Fade, the Temp Fade is a clean and trendy little black boy haircut. Plus, they’re super cute and offer plenty of opportunities for accessorizing. They’re a fantastic option if you want to give your child’s hair a break from daily styling. Two-strand twists are a hairstyle that’s both stylish and protective. With the sides cleanly faded and the top standing tall, your little black boy will be ready to take on anything with confidence. Take a trip back to the 90s with the High Top Fade! It’s got all the cool vibes and none of the maintenance hassle. Whether you keep it short and neat or let it grow out, your child is sure to rock this timeless look with flair. It’s a hairstyle that celebrates the beauty of natural hair, and it’s as versatile as they come. The Classic Afro never goes out of style. Braids aren’t just about keeping hair neat, they’re about creating a masterpiece on your child’s head! Classic Afro You can have braids going straight back, in a zigzag, or even in a circular pattern. Braided Wonderīraids are always a good idea, and they’re even better when they’re arranged in a fun and creative style. It’s a fun and trendy style that’s sure to make your little one stand out. You can keep it kinky, coil it up, or even try out a small faux hawk. Here’s a style that’s bursting with character – the Burst Fade! This style features a circular fade around the ears (hence the “burst”), while the hair on top is left longer. ![]() Your little one’s personality will surely shine with this edgy, modern haircut. The hair in the center is twisted or braided, while the sides are faded or completely shaven. In fact, this Mohawk with a Twist brings a whole new level of swagger to little black boy haircuts. Mohawks don’t have to be punk to be cool. It’s fun, fresh, and perfect for showcasing those natural curls. This style is all the rage right now for little black boys, and it’s easy to see why. Time to turn up the volume with the Sponge Up! This hairstyle uses a sponge brush to coax your child’s natural hair into a collection of tiny, texturized twists. Not to mention, this haircut gets bonus points for its “pop” factor! Sponge Up It’s a trendy style that screams fun and youthfulness, and it’s a great way to manage your little man’s hair without sacrificing style. Say hello to the Popcorn Twist! This adorable hairstyle for little black boys features small, tight twists that resemble, well, popcorn. The rest is all about beautiful kinky locks. The sides are shaved to the lower end while they’re kept faded on the upper part. This short hair updo looks cool on any black boy and is an amazing haircut that fits in every season. ![]() ![]() Users/raf/Documents/Arduino/libraries/Cayenne-MQTT-ESP/src/CayenneMQTTClient/MQTTClient.c:586: undefined Users/raf/Library/Arduino15/build/ESP8266new/arduino.ar(MQTTClient.c.o): In function `MQTTClientInit’: Users/raf/Library/Arduino15/build/ESP8266new/arduino.ar(CayenneMQTTClient.c.o): In function CayenneMQTTSubscribe': /Users/raf/Documents/Arduino/libraries/Cayenne-MQTT-ESP/src/CayenneMQTTClient/CayenneMQTTClient.c:386: undefined reference toCayenneBuildTopic’ Users/raf/Documents/Arduino/libraries/Cayenne-MQTT-ESP/src/CayenneMQTTClient/CayenneMQTTClient.c:386: undefined reference to CayenneBuildTopic' /Users/raf/Documents/Arduino/libraries/Cayenne-MQTT-ESP/src/CayenneMQTTClient/CayenneMQTTClient.c:386: undefined reference toCayenneBuildResponsePayload’ ![]() Users/raf/Documents/Arduino/libraries/Cayenne-MQTT-ESP/src/CayenneMQTTClient/CayenneMQTTClient.c:386: undefined reference to CayenneBuildResponsePayload' /Users/raf/Library/Arduino15/build/ESP8266new/arduino.ar(CayenneMQTTClient.c.o): In functionCayenneMQTTPublishResponse’: Users/raf/Documents/Arduino/libraries/Cayenne-MQTT-ESP/src/CayenneMQTTClient/CayenneMQTTClient.c:386: undefined reference to CayenneBuildTopic' /Users/raf/Documents/Arduino/libraries/Cayenne-MQTT-ESP/src/CayenneMQTTClient/CayenneMQTTClient.c:386: undefined reference toCayenneBuildDataPayload’ Users/raf/Library/Arduino15/build/ESP8266new/arduino.ar(CayenneMQTTClient.c.o):(.text.CayenneMQTTPublishDataArray+0xc): undefined reference to CayenneBuildDataPayload' /Users/raf/Library/Arduino15/build/ESP8266new/arduino.ar(CayenneMQTTClient.c.o): In functionCayenneMQTTPublishDataArray’: Users/raf/Documents/Arduino/libraries/Cayenne-MQTT-ESP/src/CayenneMQTTClient/CayenneMQTTClient.c:386: undefined reference to CayenneParsePayload' /Users/raf/Library/Arduino15/build/ESP8266new/arduino.ar(CayenneMQTTClient.c.o):(.text.CayenneMQTTPublishDataArray+0x4): undefined reference toCayenneBuildTopic’ Users/raf/Library/Arduino15/build/ESP8266new/arduino.ar(CayenneMQTTClient.c.o): In function MQTTMessageArrived': /Users/raf/Documents/Arduino/libraries/Cayenne-MQTT-ESP/src/CayenneMQTTClient/CayenneMQTTClient.c:386: undefined reference toCayenneParseTopic’ Users/raf/Library/Arduino15/build/ESP8266new/arduino.ar(CayenneMQTTClient.c.o):(.text.MQTTMessageArrived+0x4): undefined reference to CayenneParseTopic' /Users/raf/Library/Arduino15/build/ESP8266new/arduino.ar(CayenneMQTTClient.c.o):(.text.MQTTMessageArrived+0x8): undefined reference toCayenneParsePayload’ I can without any problem compile and upload this sketch with Arduino IDE but Sublime throws at me these errors: |
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