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Markings on the concrete floor of the Museum of Contemporary Arts looking past the edge of the stairs leading down to the main entrance.
On the left is a tethered white luxury cruise ship, in the middle is a ferry coming in to dock, and on the right are the colourful flags and cafe umbrellas along the edge of Circular Quay.
There aren’t many car parks with a grating surface and 5 metres of clearance underneath.
Wetzlar, historic old town centre
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After rubbing on his scent, it was time to mark his territory. Big cats - little cats - all the same.
Saw these markings on an ash tree. Never seen them before.
Thought it might have been the scars of ivy but none was present.
Any ideas anyone?
3 sucessive sunrise trips have left me a tad, erm, fatigued! Oh well, you have to search out the right light sometimes...
This is a shot from this morning's early rise - although the clocks have changed the body still thought it was 4am when I woke up.
Off the beach past Minehead harbour are the remains of the old pier, marked to warn boats of their position. As the twilight brought forth some nice colours, a long exposure of the water breaking over the boulders gives a ghostly look...
A white-tailed deer (Odocoileus virginianus) buck visits a licking branch on a south Texas mesquite.
Marking the southernmost point on the Icelandic mainland, the Dyrhólaey Lighthouse (Icelandic: Dyrhólaeyjarviti) 13 metres (43 feet) high. In a country where fishing disasters are memorialised all over the place, what this light, the first sign of their native land flashing white every ten seconds into the grey North Atlantic, must have meant to crews returning home.
The first lighthouse on the site was a skeletal steel tower prefabricated in Sweden, erected in 1910. The present lighthouse was built in 1927.
In the distance, the Reynisdrangar sea stacks at the end of the famous black sand Reynisfjara beach are visible - although in this shot, the beach itself is not.
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RAF Supermarine Spitfire MkIXB G-AVDJ MH415 ZD-E
The Spitfire is in the markings of 222 Squadron
MH415 was built in 1943 at Vickers, Castle Bromwich
RAF Supermarine Spitfire MkIXB G-ASJV MH434 ZD-B
The Spitfire is in the markings of 222 Squadron
The most famous of all Spitfires still flying today, MH434 was built in 1943 at Vickers, Castle Bromwich. This Spitfire is remarkably original, having never been subject to a re-build
Photo taken at the Imperial War Museum Duxford Cambridgeshire on the 1st July 2022
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I am working on illustrations for videos on my nature vlog called Summer Lake Photog (on Youtube). You can see identifying markings pretty clearly here.
Aircraft markings: 334th FS, 4th FG, 8th AF
Wikipedia: The North American Aviation P-51 Mustang is an American long-range, single-seat fighter and fighter-bomber used during World War II and the Korean War, among other conflicts. The Mustang was designed in April 1940 by a team headed by James H. Kindelberger of North American Aviation (NAA) in response to a requirement of the British Purchasing Commission. The commission approached NAA to build Curtiss P-40 fighters under license for the Royal Air Force (RAF). Rather than build an old design from another company, NAA proposed the design and production of a more modern fighter. Over 15,000 were produced.
Today is an in-between day. One day more, and it will be the Winter Solstice here in the Southern Hemisphere. One day the other way, and I received my new lens! I've only had three mini-plays with it. One just after unpacking it last night (dark). One at 2.30am this morning, after I finally gave up trying to go to sleep until I'd had another wee play (dark). And one this afternoon after work. Gloomy, but at least I got to play outside!
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The 1961 Chrysler 300G was the final year for fins on the 300, marking the end of Virgil Exner's FlightSweep designs, but they did go out in a grand way!
Chrysler's first-generation Letter Cars hammered the competition during the 1955-'56 NASCAR seasons. The full-size fliers then went on to set speed records at Daytona in '57, prior to both the AMA ban on motorsports and NASCAR's embargo on elaborate fuel delivery systems. In spite of those two apparent setbacks, Chrysler continued to improve its top-of-the- line V-8 engine as well as the now-legendary luxury performance machine that engine came wrapped in. So, the mighty Letter Cars thundered on, in production form, at the command of well-heeled owners seeking grown-up thrills. By 1961, Chrysler had moved up the alphabet to the letter "G."
The post-'57 Letter Cars were no longer eligible for circle track racing, but the 300G was still a force to be reckoned with in street trim, thanks to performance equipment that not only sounded good—413 cubic inches, Cross-Ram, dual four-barrels—but backed it up with 375 or an optional 400 horsepower, delivering a 0-60-mph time of 8.2 seconds (Motor Life, April 1961). Though not the fastest time turned by contemporary road test periodicals, it occurred during a period when most full-size cars could barely achieve 60 mph in less than 10 or 11 seconds while simultaneously maintaining an air of luxury.
Today, the 1961 300G is among the legion of groundbreaking Mopar performance cars, respected for its stunning combination of power and styling. Its value is bolstered by low production numbers— just 1,280 hardtops and 337 convertibles were built. These cars remain in the upper stratosphere of postwar American collector cars, but prices in recent years have held steady. Is this your time to grab one of the few remaining pieces of Letter Car history? Here's what you should keep in mind when you begin to shop.
The Cross-Ram Induction system's 30-inch "Long Rams" hide the big 413 V-8 from view.
Engines
Chrysler engineers specified a 413-cu.in. wedge to go under the hood of every 300G. Introduced into the RB-Series of V-8s in 1959, the 413 had a 4.18-inch bore and a 3.75-inch stroke with a forged-steel crankshaft. Compression was advertised as 10.1:1 and the cylinder heads breathed through 2.08/1.60-inch intake/exhaust valves, while a .430-inch lift, 268-degree camshaft dictated valve action. Also included was a pair of Carter AFB four-barrel carburetors. There were, however, two versions of the 413 installed, which were differentiated by the intake manifolds.
Referred to as Ram Induction and initially appearing in 1960, the elongated aluminum intakes were designed based on much older principles involving resonance and its effect on a compression wave of, in this case, the fuel/air mixture. Though we won't go into greater depth regarding the physics here, intake tube length had a direct effect on the timing of the fuel delivery, or ramming, into each cylinder bore, maximizing engine output at certain rpm ranges.
A pair of Carter AFB four-barrel carburetors provide the fuel/air mix.
With these basics in mind, expansion of midrange output was the main target of the base 300G 413 and the engineers thus calculated 30-inch runners would be ideal. Referred to as the Long Ram intakes, they were designed to fit neatly under the hood and crisscross (hence the Cross Ram moniker) over the top of the engine, each fitted with a single four-barrel carburetor at the outboard location. In this configuration, the engine hit 375 hp at 5,000 rpm and 495 lb-ft of torque at 2,800 rpm, effectively providing passing power on demand without sacrificing full-throttle acceleration.
Optional was the high-performance Short Ram version. Though this intake system looked identical to the Long Ram at first blush, the separate internal runners measured only 15 inches in length, raising the engine's power band and enabling it to make peak horsepower at 5,200 rpm, with peak torque at 3,600 rpm. This meant that Chrysler's advertised Short Ram ratings were 400 hp and 465 lb-ft of torque.
Visually, a keen eye can spot the difference between the Long and Short Ram intakes. The Long Rams feature a visible valley between each pair of runners for the entire length; they also have a seven-digit casting number that begins with "19." Short Rams sport only a partial valley between runners; their seven-digit casting number begins with "21." Finally, Short Ram 413 engines were designed for those more interested in straight-line contests and are therefore the rarer of the two.
Transmissions
Backing either engine was the already-durable 727 TorqueFlite automatic, which was issued as standard equipment. Like other Chryslers of the day, the three-speed unit was shifted via pushbutton on the dash; it contained first and second gear ratios of 2.45:1 and 1.45:1, respectively. Replacing the French-made four-speed on the option chart was a floor-shifted three-speed manual, which is a relative rarity today. First and second gear ratios were 2.55:1 and 1.49:1; the two gears were not synchronized, making for some uncomfortable downshifts for the uninitiated. Furthermore, contemporary road tests complained of a long second-to-third gate while hinting that the better performer in transferring torque to the differential was the TorqueFlite.
Swivel front seats, upholstered in ventilated leather, were standard on the 300G.
Differential
The final transfer point for the torque from either engine was a standard 8.-inch open differential with semi-floating axles and a 3.23:1 final drive ratio, although some printed material suggests that a 3.15:1 ratio was employed when the three-speed manual was installed. While this unit was known for its durability, dealers were also able to provide a number of more highway-friendly or performance-oriented grear ratios, even if the optional Sure-Grip (positive traction) unit was installed on the assembly line.
Contemporary magazines reported an average mpg rating of 9 to 13 with a three-speed/3.23 arrangement, yet in terms of power off the line, both Motor Trend (8.3-second 0-60 mph) and Motor Life (8.2 seconds) stated that the 300G had more acceleration potential waiting to be unleashed if geared accordingly.
The center console provided some storage and housed a tachometer.
Chassis
Each 300G hardtop and convertible was derived from the New Yorker, which meant they shared the same basic unit-body/subframe platform and 126-inch wheelbase; however, the similarities were limited beyond that. For instance, though an independent front torsion bar suspension system was used, the 44 x 1.08-inch torsion bars were thicker and 40 percent stiffer than those on other Chryslers, rated for 175 lb-in. The same can be said of the rear semi-elliptic leaf-sprung suspension, rated for 135 lb-in (or 50 percent stiffer) than those on the New Yorker. For reference, the rear springs were comprised of seven leaves, measuring 60 x 2.50 inches. Power steering, with its 15.7:1 gear ratio, was also standard equipment, as were heavy-duty shocks.
In short, the chassis was engineered and better suited for high-speed highway travel and maneuverability rather than a short drive across the city. It could also handle short, quarter-mile blasts if, as discussed, geared accordingly.
Brakes
Although equipment upgrades were made in other areas, the hydraulic drum-brake system was the same as found in the New Yorker series. Drum brakes, measuring 12 x 2.50-inches, were utilized at each corner. Power assist was standard, so stopping the roughly 4,200-pound performer was easier; however, as with other drumbrake systems, each corner needed to be adjusted equally to prevent directional pull during sudden stops. Additionally, Chrysler employed two wheel cylinders per front assembly—a fact to keep in mind when seeking replacement parts.
Wheels and Tires
Unlike the previous 300F, the new 300G was bestowed with larger 15 x 6-inch pressed-steel wheels, which were then shod with 8.00-15 Goodyear Blue Streak "racing-type" tires that featured white sidewalls. According to one report, the width of the whitewall itself ranged from 3- to 3 3/16-inches. Vented "300" wheel covers completed the ensemble, and no options were available.
Body and Interior
Styling updates made to the '61 Chryslers, including the 300G, probably did more to generate higher sales than printed virtues touting the fleet's combination of power and comfort, marking the end of Virgil Exner's FlightSweep designs. The changes began with a complete revamp of the front end, where the grille was simply inverted. The top-to-bottom inward canted grille sides were harmoniously complemented by equally canted quad headlamps, running lamps, and bumper ends, while also matching the angle of the rear fins— which were also slightly redesigned. At the opposite end, the faux spare tire decklid inlay was scrapped, providing a cleaner expanse of sleek sheetmetal. Other than appropriate badging denoting the letter "G," little else appeared to change on the 219.8-inch-long body; the greenhouse and rear fenders were carry-over items, with the exception of the leading edge of the fins found on each door.
Interiors remained exquisitely plush. A full-length, front-to-rear tunneled center console divided the interior in two, creating four truly individual buckets seats wrapped in ventilated leather. Those front seats retained the swivel feature, making for easy ingress/egress, while the console was trimmed with ample amounts of chrome and padded armrests that flipped open to expose additional storage areas. The console also housed optional power window controls, ashtrays, and a tachometer.
Primary instruments resided in a dome-like, easy-to-read bubble; potential glare concerns were eliminated by means of a matching padded dash arch. The transmission's pushbutton controls resided to the left of the instrument cluster, balanced by radio, heat, and air controls to the right. Comfort and convenience options included power seats, power antenna, rear window defroster, and air conditioning.
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This is a close-up photo of coloured chalk markings on a sidewalk. The colours looked even more vivid as it had just rained.
The Palm Tanager (Thraupis palmarum) is common in Trinidad and Tobago. It is often overlooked because of the pale grey and green markings. When you get the opportunity to see them up close, the subtle coloration has much more beauty to it than at first glance.
Marking the entrance to Portland Harbor, the Portland Headlight stand magestically over the cliffs in Fort Williams Park, Cape Elizabeth, ME.
The opposing goal from the one featured four pictures earlier. It is the only diagonal football "pitch" I'm aware of.
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River otters leave scent marks on vegetation within their territory. Scent marking is done by either urinating, defecating or by emitting a strong, musky odor from the paired scent glands near the base of their tail.
Shortlisted image for the 2019 British Wildlife Photography Awards (BWPA).
The Eurofighter Typhoon FGR4 is shown here adorned with invasion stripes, a tribute to the high-visibility markings first used on Allied aircraft during the D-Day landings in 1944. These black-and-white bands were painted on wings and fuselages to help friendly forces quickly identify aircraft and prevent fratricide during large-scale operations. On this modern multirole fighter, the stripes serve as a symbolic link to aviation history while the Typhoon continues its roles in air superiority, ground strike, and reconnaissance missions. The image highlights both the aircraft’s agility and its connection to decades of European air power heritage.
Happy May Day! My first Osprey of the season.
Osprey feed primarily on live fish, which they catch from the water by using their long, hooked talons. An osprey can plunge so forcefully into the water that if will completely submerge! They are a perfect fishing machine with a success rate of around 70%.
I believe that my first safari to South Africa was my third or fourth safari. I had only been in East Africa on safari. I quickly learned that the likelihood of seeing different African species increases when you go to different areas and countries.
On this safari, I had a female guide who could hold her own against any male guide. Despite the fact that she had worked in the bush for years, her excitement on game drives was infectious. When we saw this antelope, the Nyala, she screamed out a huge "WOW!"; the words "So RARE" followed. Okay, I said to myself take pictures. Again I thought, I will see others. along the way. WRONG!!! I should have taken 20 more shots. Rare, means RARE!
For the Group Life is a Rainbow. The colour is Grey.
(no. 4 of the grey sequence)
An occasional treat is to buy 'coquille st jacques' from M&S. And I simply can't throw the scallop shells away! So I have a pile of them just waiting to be photographed. Each one is subtly different, but mainly they are a pale grey with darker grey markings ... so I thought this was their moment to shine ;o)
I placed them on a sheet of pebble glass, and lit them from below with a warm LED light.
HTT!! too ;o)
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Poplar Spring Animal Sanctuary is a 400 acre non-profit refuge in Poolesville, Maryland for farm animals and wildlife that relies entirely on public donations for support. Our mission is to offer care, rehabilitation, and permanent sanctuary for neglected, abused or abandoned farm animals, as well as providing a protected habitat for wildlife. We promote compassion and the humane treatment of all animals by educating the public on farm animal and wildlife issues.