![]() ![]() With 6–8 satellites on a given orbit, a target could be hit within 12–15 minutes from any given time, less than half the time taken by an ICBM and without the launch warning. As the name suggests, the 'bunker buster' is powerful enough to destroy a nuclear bunker. These designs are envisioned as a bunker buster. Some systems are quoted as having the yield of a small tactical nuclear bomb. As the rod reenters Earth's atmosphere it would lose most of its velocity, but the remaining energy would cause considerable damage. The bomb would naturally contain large kinetic energy because it moves at orbital velocities, around 8 kilometres per second (26,000 ft/s 8,000 m/s Mach 24) in orbit and 3 kilometres per second (9,800 ft/s 3,000 m/s Mach 8.8) at impact. 2003 United States Air Force proposal Ī system described in the 2003 United States Air Force report called Hypervelocity Rod Bundles was that of 20-foot-long (6.1 m), 1-foot-diameter (0.30 m) tungsten rods that are satellite-controlled and have global strike capability, with impact speeds of Mach 10. Jerry Pournelle created the concept while working in operations research at Boeing in the 1950s before becoming a science-fiction writer. Project Thor was an idea for a weapons system that launches telephone pole-sized kinetic projectiles made from tungsten from Earth's orbit to damaging targets on the ground. ![]() In the 1980s, another kinetic swarm system was conceptualized as a potential part of the Strategic Defense Initiative, there codenamed Brilliant Pebbles. Similar flechette projectiles have been used since the first World War. These were dumped from aircraft onto enemy troops and had the same effect as a machine gun fired vertically. A piece of sheet metal was folded to make the fins and welded to the rear of the projectile. Real life concepts and theories Predecessors and early concepts ĭuring the Korean and Vietnam Wars, there was limited use of the Lazy Dog bomb, a kinetic projectile shaped like a conventional bomb but only about 1.75-inch-long (44 mm) and 0.50-inch-diameter (13 mm). Disadvantages include the technical difficulties of ensuring accuracy and the high costs of positioning ammunition in orbit. In addition, projectiles would not require explosive warheads, and-in the simplest designs-would consist entirely of solid metal rods, giving rise to the common nickname " rods from God". The kinetic bombardment has the advantage of being able to deliver projectiles from a very high angle at a very high speed, making them extremely difficult to defend against. The rods would typically be shaped to minimize air resistance and maximize velocity upon impact. When a strike is ordered, the launch vehicle brakes one of the rods out of its orbit and into a suborbital trajectory that intersects the target. Typical depictions of the tactic are of a satellite containing a magazine of tungsten rods and a directional thrust system. The concept originated during the Cold War. For the generic concept of attacking a planetary surface from orbit, see Orbital bombardment.Ī kinetic bombardment or a kinetic orbital strike is the hypothetical act of attacking a planetary surface with an inert kinetic projectile from orbit ( orbital bombardment), where the destructive power comes from the kinetic energy of the projectile impacting at very high speeds. ![]()
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![]() ![]() The overhead support wires that support the weight of the plants are generally 0.3 metres (1 foot) below the gutter. The trend is to build greenhouses taller, with some greenhouses as tall as 5 metres (17 feet) at the gutters. A minimum recommended gutter height for sweet peppers is 3.9 metres (13 feet). The main structural consideration for greenhouse sweet pepper production is the height of the greenhouse – the gutter height. Sweet bell peppers are grown as a tall crop, so provisions for working a tall crop must be incorporated into the greenhouse in order to grow the crop successfully. An approximate target yield for introductory growers would be 23 kg/m². However, this web page discusses pepper crop production following the single crop cycle outlined in Figure 22. Winter production would offer considerable price advantage for produce if the yield and quality of the fruit were maintained.Īs crop production techniques improve, running a producing crop over the winter months may prove profitable, and staggered crop schedules and inter-cropping (planting young seedlings amongst an already producing crop) may allow for full year production. The prices received for the crop in the winter months are always higher than in summer when the greenhouse produce competes with the field produce. The use of supplementary lights are also generally not cost effective for trying to carry a producing crop over the winter months, through December, January and February. This is also the reason why December is usually the month when crops are pulled and the new crop goes in. ![]() This is because the lower winter light levels do not support profitable crop production. ![]() When the cropping cycle is considered, it is not recommended to carry a fully producing crop over the month of December. As it takes approximately 20 weeks (4 months) from seeding the crop to first pick as a result, growing more than one crop a year is not considered profitable. That is, production for the entire year is based on the same set of plants. The greenhouses are empty for only 2 or 3 weeks during the year to allow for the removal of the old crop, thorough cleaning of the greenhouse and setup of the greenhouse for the new crop. The transplants go into the production greenhouse in approximately mid to late December at 6 weeks of age, the first pick of fruit begins in about late March, early April and continues to the following December. Greenhouse pepper production is based on a full year cycle (see Figure 3 below). Harvesting the fully-sized peppers when they are still green is not profitable, as the mature coloured peppers command a better price. The colour of the mature pepper is determined by the cultivar grown. No matter what the final colour of the pepper, all sweet peppers start out green in colour and the final colour develops as the fruit ripens. Greenhouse sweet bell peppers are a high impact superior product primarily grown in 3 colours red, yellow and orange. ![]() ![]() Fixed Mystery Hero Game reports lacking information.Fixed an issue that resulted in the Career Profiles of friends sometimes appearing blank or missing items.Fixed an issue where Hero Icons were missing from Highlights when viewed on a 21:9 ratio.Fixed a bug with the Role Mastery Challenge not appearing during the end-of-round flow in some cases.Fixed an issue with the Questwatch background being incorrectly placed if you entered a match during a conversation.Fixed a bug that prevented players from selecting the 'No Title' option.Fixed an issue that caused some players to see the Unranked map loading screen instead of the Competitive Play team lineup and map loading screen.Fixed D.Va incorrectly giving her ultimate status for Call Mech instead of Self-Destruct when she was inside her mech and targeting an ally by pressing the Ultimate Status button.Fixed training bots blocking the ability to share your ultimate status.Fixed cases where ping stems would be used incorrectly on midair Last Seen pings or not used on grounded Last Seen pings.Fixed Lifeweaver Petal Platform pings using ping stems when the platform is mid-air.Fixed cases where Junker Queen's knife would remain pingable if she died while the knife was not in her hand. ![]() This includes objects like Torbjörn's Turret, Soldier 76's Biotic Field, and Sombra's Translocator, etc.
![]() Download CUDA-Z for Linux 32-bit CUDA-Z is known not to function with 3rd-party linux driver for nVIDIA chips. User must install official driver for nVIDIA products to run CUDA-Z. getting the GPU-Z for monitoring the graphics card while using benchmarks. Download CUDA-Z for Windows 7/8/10 32-bit Windows 7/8/10 64-bit Windows notes: CUDA-Z is known to not function with default Microsoft driver for nVIDIA chips. The program displays the specifications of Graphics Processing Unit (often shortened to GPU) and its memory also displays temperature, core frequency, memory frequency, GPU load and fan speeds. Just run a demanding graphics benchmark for a while to see if the GPU can keep. Easily stress test any GPU by increasing the number of rendered objects. Why benchmark Because GPU benchmarks throw a number of intensive graphical tests at your GPU, its a great way to see how your graphics card performs under load. TechPowerUp GPU-Z (or just GPU-Z) is a lightweight utility designed to provide information about video cards and GPUs. GPU-Z displays information about your adapter, GPU, and display including overclock, default clocks, 3D clocks, and more. GravityMark GPU Benchmark demonstrates the capabilities of modern GPUs by rendering an enormous quantity of objects in real-time, utilizing GPU acceleration. ![]() ![]() ![]() CP series batteries are lighter than XC and HD, so theyre used with drills, nailers. ![]() Li-Ion batteries are the most popular batter type for consumer goods, but are also popular in the aerospace, military, electric vehicle industries. For example, an M18 tool can use any series of M18 battery (CP, XC, or HD). Li-Ion batteries are built to with a high energy density and only allow a slow loss of charge when not in use. What's the price range for Power Tool Batteries The average price for Power Tool Batteries ranges from 50 to 1,000.
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![]() ![]() Paste the generated text into Instagramīravo – your Instagram looks amazing now! Remember that you need to stick to one-two styles for your account not to ruin the aesthetics.Compare different versions by switching between them and watching the preview interface.Insert or type the piece of text to need to make custom.The tool will offer you dozens of options. The process of generation is simple – you already have the tool that works smoothly! How to Generate Instagram Fonts?ĭon’t worry – you won’t need actually to generate them on your own. I guess you are intrigued and ready to test our outstanding letters in action. I bet that with stylish and unusual fonts, your content will deserve more attention. Now Instagram has a limited number of fonts for Stories, and new ones appear not so often. Finally, you can paste these fonts into your Story instead of using those boring letters. 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When you view IG names in search or among the viewers of a Story, do you first notice those who use unusual fonts? Most of IGers yes. Here are several ideas for using a different Instagram font in your profile: The main rule here – don’t mix many styles in one account and keep the text readable. Big companies and local Instagram shops, celebrities, and micro-influencers, beauty, and travel accounts decorate their texts with catchy letters, cursives, bold and italic characters. What Are the Best Ways to Use Instagram Font Generator?Īccording to the latest Instagram trends, using fancy fonts is getting popular in 2020. Read this article carefully to learn awesome ways you can put Instagram fonts into practice. If you can’t wait to update your profile aesthetics with custom fonts, check on this tool – it’s super easy. This Instagram Font Generator is a convenient tool with a preview that will help you generate a bright bio, name, Story, caption, and descriptions for IGTV. Do you think that the Instagram default font doesn’t fit your individuality and brand voice? I have good news for you and your creativity – 80+ Instagram fonts are ready for copy-paste here. ![]() ![]() Finally, you should take off any rings or bracelets before engaging in any strenuous activities such as sports or gardening to prevent scratches from occurring on their surfaces. Additionally, you should avoid wearing your jewelry in swimming pools or hot tubs, as chlorine and other chemicals can accelerate the tarnishing process. This will help keep out dust and dirt particles that could damage the surface of the metal over time. Another aspect that makes stainless steel popular is that it stands up well to everyday wear and It doesnt scratch easily and can hold up well to the sun and. The best way to protect your gold stainless steel jewelry is to store it in an airtight container when not in use. How Can I Protect My Gold Stainless Steel Jewelry? A soft cloth soaked with vinegar will also work. You should also avoid exposing your jewelry to harsh chemicals such as bleach or ammonia, which can cause discoloration or fading over time. Take a pure vinegar or add an equal part of the water in it and deepen the item into the mixture for fifteen minutes. Stainless steel does not tarnish like copper alloys such as brass and bronze, but they may lose their luster over time. ![]() To keep your gold stainless steel jewelry looking its best for longer, you should clean it regularly using soap and water or a mild detergent solution. This procedure was first developed in the 1830s and is now widely used due to its low cost and wide array of benefits. Gold stainless steel will not tarnish in the same way that regular silver or gold will however, it can still be affected by environmental factors such as humidity, dust, dirt, etc. Silver plating, or silver electroplating, is the process of depositing a thin layer of silver on a base metal, such as copper, nickel, etc. The result is a beautiful metal that looks like real gold but offers much greater durability. The addition of chromium makes the metal more resistant to rust and corrosion, while the nickel gives it a hard surface that resists scratching. Gold stainless steel will not tarnish in the same way that regular silver or gold will however, it can still be affected by environmental factors such as humidity, dust, dirt, etc. ![]() It holds up very well against the hot water in your dishwasher. Gold stainless steel is a combination of chromium and nickel alloys that have been coated with a thin layer of gold to give it its vibrant hue. 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Stainless steel pot or bowl to hold the liquidsĪdd the measured Kava and water into the blender.1/4 cup of lime or lemon juice (about 10 calamondin limes).Add the honey, cinnamon, and ice cubes to the liquid and blend again. 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon (or to taste)īlend the Kava and water.Chocolate with high cacao content, e.g., more than 60%, is a favorite - the bittersweet taste of the chocolate complements the bitterness of the Kava and helps mask the rooty taste. (Liquid may get warm under the prolonged blending, but don't allow it to go too hot.) Makes one or two servings. Add the chocolate, and blend again till chocolate is fully incorporated into the liquid. 1 Wow-Wee Maui Chocolate Bar (you can find them at ).2 tablespoons powdered Kava root (or equivalent).Notes: This recipe seems to have the added benefit of providing fiber in one's diet. ![]() 1 cup whole yogurt (I prefer the unhydrogenated yogurt in health food stores).Add 1 or 2 bananas to the liquid, some ice, then blend in an Osterizer or electric blender until the ice is crushed. Massage or blend, then strain with a sieve. Prepare the standard Kava beverage by using 1 or 2 tablespoons of powdered Kava root, 1 cup of water (or equivalent). (Liquid may get warm under the prolonged blending.) Chill. 1 cup (8 oz) of coconut juice (look for ones without preservatives)Īdd the Kava, coconut juice, pineapple and water into an Osterizer or electric blender for about five minutes.Kavain, the Kavalactone highest in most Hawaiian 'awa varieties, is usually felt quite soon after drinking, but the other Kavalactones' effects may not register for 20 minutes or so. It's a good idea to space servings at least 10 minutes apart. Traditionally, each serving of this prepared 'awa is swallowed in one or two quick drinks from a coconut shell. To get the most from the already wet 'awa powder, some people place it again in a smaller amount of water and continue the kneading process, then combine this weaker mix into the stronger. The water should take on the appearance of mud. The longer you press and squeeze the bag, the less oily it will feel and the more oily the water will feel and look. If the 'awa has a high Kavalactone content, it will feel oily, almost like a ball of greasy clay. Use your other hand to knead the bulk of powder under the water, as you would dough. The amount of water will vary according to individual taste, but a good rule of thumb is an ounce of good 'awa to a quart of water. ![]() Place the powder into the strainer bag, hold its edges together at the top with your hand so that none of the whole powder escapes, and immerse the bag into a bowl of cool water. Here in Hawai'i, the strainer is often a nylon stocking or cheesecloth shaped into a bag.įigure on 1 to 2 ounces of powder per person, depending on the strength of the 'awa. The drink is made traditionally in many Pacific island cultures by straining the dried 'awa powder in water. ![]() |
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