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Another storm system ushers in unsettled weather to the Bay Area. Even a morning thunderstorm was witnessed in my neck of the woods! This was storm #2 out of this 2nd storm series/'atmospheric river' event this month... Drive safe out there, fellas! (Video footage filmed January 19, 2017 around San Jose, CA)
Weather scenario/summary:
Three strong storms were aimed to affect California this week... After an atmospheric river had drenched the state earlier this month, more precipitation has arrived in California. A series of 3 strong storms were set to sweep across the state beginning Wednesday and continuing through next Monday, dropping widespread heavy rainfall and bringing strong gusty winds to nearly the entire state. These storms were to be fairly different in character from those which brought flooding to California a week earlier. Instead of featuring very warm, moist, and slow-moving plumes of moisture associated with a “classic” atmospheric river, these storms this week were instead would be fast-moving, relatively cold, and associated with a powerful Pacific jet stream. This stormy period was forecast to occur in a time frame from January 18-23, 2017.
Looking ahead: Storm #3 (Sunday-Monday) has consistently appeared likely to be the strongest in this series, bringing widespread intense rainfall and strong winds. This last storm in the series was to have the potential to be highly consequential from a hydrological perspective given the antecedent wetness. Additional t-storm activity was also possible statewide, as well...
My sacrifice for immune system research
Mein Opfer im Namen der Immunsystemforschung.
Credits: ESA/NASA
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Artist concept of Space Launch System on the launchpad.
Image credit: NASA
Original image:
www.nasa.gov/exploration/systems/sls/multimedia/gallery/s...
More about SLS:
www.nasa.gov/exploration/systems/sls/index.html
Space Launch System Flickr photoset:
www.flickr.com/photos/28634332@N05/sets/72157627559536895/
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While digitising my early work I came across a photograph of my original Pentax system, circa 1980. Medium format color negative was taken with a Mamiya C330 that I had borrowed at the time. My Pentax system was put together in just a couple of years. Definitely my most precious possessions at the time. Funny how my long-term memory is different to reality. I was sure that I had a black MX. However, turns out that it was a black ME, a silver MX and a silver KM. I remember that the KM was later stolen and I'm sure that I then purchased a silver ME super from the insurance - as I remember the 'manual' buttons on the top of the camera.
From left-to-right.
Tamron zoom (70-200mm?)
Pentax KM
Pentax K extension tubes
Sunpac Auto zoom 3400 (still have this and working perfectly)
Pentax MX with Pentax 55mm f1.8
Pentax 100mm f4 Macro
Soligor 400mm f6.3 (still have this lens)
Pentax ME with Pentax 35mm f3.5
Pentax 300mm f4
Pentax 200mm f4
By late 1981 I had added a Pentax 24mm f2.8 - which I still have and then later a Pentax-M 40mm f2.8 pancake.
I've since repurchased all of the above - except for the pancake lens. (Still to get). Well actually a black ME might be difficult to track down.
Other difference is that I have the Pentax-M 35mm f2.8 rather than the 35mm f3.5 (that's close enough).
The hunt to track down these (and others) via eBay, Gumtree and Facebook Marketplace has been quite a thrill.
More importantly I've really enjoyed using the Pentax lenses adapted to my Sony mirrorless. Just feel at home in the way theses lenses operate. Finally, the MX is perfect in my hands and brings back so many memories.
One observation is that I must have decided that I had all that I needed - and didn't add any further lenses or cameras. There is probably a lesson in there somewhere.
Nowadays we have weak immune system in the body. It is very difficult to fight that virus called "technology addiction".
With this virus, we should blame oursleves or those technology giant companies?
Have a great evening!
Fuji X-H1
Fuji XF 60mm F2.4
ACROS B&W with yellow filter
System Shock was an early FPS with a lot of potential which got largely ignored in favor of shallow shootan.
Not quite the solar system as I only have 4 planets and the moon. These are left to right - Venus, Mars, Saturn, Jupiter, and the moon. A series of individual photos stacked to show my efforts to date capturing the planets using a 150 mm Maksutov MK67 scope. I am hoping to update as I get better images of the planets, but success is reliant as much on technique as on finding a night with clear seeing.
Thats our way to get a well presentation for our minfigures.
There is a standard base for one minfigure wich can be connected with another one. Two bases are connected by the legs of a minifigure in the retral line. So you get two lines of minfigures with a great view of all of them.
More information and pics up: THE BRICK TIME
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MAKA - Sound System Black
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Explore[d] Thanks all.
I'm very concerned about the decrease of the bees. I've noted I didn't see them the last summer in my garden and scientists are pessimistic about this subject.
No bees no eco-system...
Nevertheless...HBW!
LARGE size here:
MAKA - Sound System Black
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“Binary system seen from a hypothetical planet”
I’m assuming the oblate body to be a red giant, with its companion about to start tearing away it’s outer layers, possibly signified by the whitish & yellowish areas.
Fascinating, with possibly pertinent information with regard to the image:
astroquizzical.com/astroquizzical/when-you-have-a-binary-...
Credit: ASTROQUIZZICAL website
No signature visible. The depiction of the planet’s surface, along with that of the stars look like they should provide a clue as to who rendered this. Alas, they do not. Searching the image, to include re-orienting it, didn’t help. Further thwarting searching the image, the depiction of binary systems was/is(?) very popular in astronomy artworks, hence a plethora being returned. So, this might be in there somewhere, but visually, they’re running together…so, at least for now, idk.
For stellar views such as this, and infinitely more, astronomical numbers at least, you must allot some time & treat yourself here.
Wow.
If you know anything - even passingly - WRT to astronomical art and the amazing artists who create such, you're likely to find someone you've heard of on the membership roster. Even if not, you will be amazed at the talent, the scope and vast variety of works available to peruse.
And as you'd expect, even their logo looks cool:
International Association of Astronomical Artists
Waxing Gibbous Moon at 58%. 200 frames captured using a ZWO ASI071 camera attached to an Altair Wave 115ED scope. Captured using SharpCap Pro and edited using Autostakkert2, Registax6 and Photoshop CC.
Springfield, Oregon
Smithers Dressed as Bobo and Homer as Bigfoot
Artist: Bayne Gardner Sept 2025 (Bobo) Dec 2021 (Bigfoot)
OM System OM-5
Olympus 9-18mm
The Ferrari F12berlinetta (also unofficially referred to as the F12 Berlinetta or the F12) is a front mid-engine, rear-wheel-drive grand tourer produced by Italian sports car manufacturer Ferrari. The F12berlinetta, debuted at the 2012 Geneva Motor Show, replaces the 599 series grand tourers.
Specifications
Engine
The F12berlinetta uses a 6,262 cc (382 cu in), naturally aspirated 65° V12 engine of the Ferrari F140 engine family. Engine displacement is shared with the FF, but the F140 FC version installed on the F12 produces 740 PS (544 kW; 730 hp) at 8250 rpm and 690 N·m (509 lb·ft) of torque at 6000 rpm, making it the most powerful Ferrari roadcar to date, only surpassed by LaFerrari. This allows the F12berlinetta to accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h (62 mph) in an officially reported 3.1 seconds, 0 to 200 km/h (120 mph) in 8.5 seconds and a top speed of over 350 km/h (220 mph).
The engine of the F12berlinetta has been designed to be more efficient than that of the 599, as well as more powerful. The engine management system is fitted with Ferrari's HELE start-stop system to reduce fuel consumption when idling. Ferrari reports that the F12berlinetta can achieve 18 mpg-imp (15.7 L/100 km; 15.0 mpg-US) – a 30% improvement over the 599 – and produces CO2 emissions of 350 g/km.
Transmission
Similar to the California, 458 Italia, FF and LaFerrari, the F12berlinetta transmits power through a 7-speed dual-clutch automated semi-automatic gearbox operated by the driver using paddle shifters behind the steering wheel. Compared to similar models, the F12berlinetta uses shortened gear ratios to match the power of the engine.
Chassis
The F12berlinetta is built around an aluminium space frame chassis co-developed with Scaglietti. The chassis is made up of 12 different aluminium alloys and improves structural rigidity by 20% over the 599, whilst reducing weight by 70 kg (150 lb). The centre of gravity has been lowered by around 25 mm (1 in). The F12berlinetta's weight distribution is 48% front, 52% rear.
Similar to other contemporary Ferrari models, the F12berlinetta uses Ferrari's third generation CCM3 carbon ceramic disc brakes with ABS, SCM-E magnetorheological suspension, an electronic LSD, ESP Premium stability control and F1-Trac traction control. The car's stability and traction control, suspension and other settings are controlled by the Manettino dial mounted on the steering wheel.
Tires
The F12berlinetta is fitted with Michelin Pilot Super Sport tires, with the tyre codes 255/35ZR20 at the front and 315/35ZR20 at the rear.
Aerodynamics
The F12berlinetta makes use of aerodynamic techniques based on Ferrari's 599XX and Formula One programmes, developed with wind tunnel and CFD testing. A notable feature is the Aero Bridge, an air channel running from the bonnet, through the flanks and along the sides of the vehicle, creating an effect that increases downforce. Another feature is Active Brake Cooling ducts, which open to direct cooling air only when the brakes are hot, keeping them closed at other times to reduce aerodynamic drag. The F12berlinetta produces 200 kg (440 lb) of downforce at 200 km/h (120 mph) – an increase of 76% over the 599 GTB – and has a drag coefficient of 0.299.
Performance
Ferrari reports that the F12berlinetta is capable of lapping the Fiorano test circuit in 1 minute, 23 seconds; three seconds slower than LaFerrari, a full second faster than the 599 GTO, two seconds faster than the Enzo, two seconds faster than the 458 Italia, two seconds faster than the 430 Scuderia and three and a half seconds faster than the 599 GTB.
Design
The body of the F12berlinetta is designed by the Ferrari Styling Centre and Pininfarina, and shares some styling elements with other recent Ferrari models. This includes a front grille similar to the FF and headlights shared with the FF and 458 Italia. The interior, based on the FF, features new "Frau leather" upholstery with aluminium, Alutex, and carbon fibre trim, and has increased luggage space compared to the 599.
[Text from Wikipedia]
en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ferrari_F12berlinetta
This miniland-scale Lego Ferrari F12 Berlinetta (2012) has been created for Flickr LUGNuts' 91st Build Challenge, - "Anger Management", - all about cars with some link to being angry.
System: Olympus OM System.
Code Name: MDS
Model Name: Olympus OM-1
Camera Type: 35mm Single Lens Reflex with focal plane shutter
Film Format: 24mm x 36mm
Lens Mount: Olympus OM Mount, bayonet type, rotation angle 70°, flange back 46mm, Lens release button at the side of the lens
Minimum Focusing Distance: 45cm (117.72") with all standard lenses.
Shutter: Focal plane shutter, ring mounted control, with speeds from 1 to 1 /1000 second plus B.
Shutter Release Button: Threaded in the middle to accept any JIS standard Cable release
Shutter speeds control: via Dial on the lens mount
Hot Shoe Socket: Built-in. Accessory Shoe 4 supplied for OM-1n, Accessory Shoe 1 or "Fixed" Type for original M-1 or OM-1 bodies;
Synchro Socket: As per JIS standard
Flash Contacts: FP-X with switch type contact at synchro socket, X contact at shoe: With electronic flash (X) 1 sec to 1/60 sec; with class "M" Bulbs (X) 1 sec to 1/15 sec; with Class "F" Bulbs (X) 1 sec to 1/15 sec; with focal plane Bulbs (FP) 1/60 sec to 1/1000 sec.
Viewfinder: Silvered coated Pentagonal roof prism type wide-vision finder shows 97% of actual picture field. Exposure meter needle; Charge/auto check lamp for electronic flash unit T32, T20 and T10 (OM-1n only).
Viewfinder Magnification: 0.92X at infinity with 50mm lens
Viewfinder Apparent Field of View: 23° 30' & 35°
Focusing Screens: 1-1 Microproism-matte type provided as standard screen. Interchangeable with any 13 additional screens.
Reflex Mirror: Oversize, quick return type with mirror Lock-up control. Mirror Cut out: No mirror cut out in viewfinder regardless of lens in used, from 8mm to 800mm (In the cse of full open aperture); Mirror used is highly reflective with special coating applied onto reflecting surface.
Film Loading: Easy loading (Olympus EL system) type by opening rear cover, which is hinged and provided with a "magic-Lock" (Open when film rewind knob is pulled up).
Film Advance: (Manual) Ratchet type film advance. May be advanced in one stroke or several short strokes for a total of 150° rotation, pre-advance angle 30°. Built-in prevention against double advance with double exposure override capability. (Motor Drive) With Motor Drive 1/2 or Winder 1/2 unit attached, single-frame and continuous advance at speed of 5 frames per second (at exposures above 1/500 sec., with fresh batteries and at normal temperature and humidity).
Exposure Counter: Progressive type from "S" (Start) to 36 and "E" (End). Counter automatically resets to "S" when camera back is opened.
Film Rewinding: Rewind crank with automatic resetting rewind release lever. Film rewind knob to be turned 90° towards "R" mark with a red dot. Automaticlly reset when film is to be advanced.
Metering: Via Lever on top panel, Metering ON/OFF Switch
Exposure Measurement: Two CdS (Cadmium Sulphide) cells located on either side of the eyepiece provide through -the-lens open aperture light measurement. Zero-method with needle visible in viewfinder. On-Off Switch located atop camera.
Film Speed Range: ASA 25-1600
Exposure Range: EV1.2-EV16.9 with 55mm f1.2 at ASA100; EV 2-17 (ASA 100 with F1.4 50mm lens); EV2.35 - EV17.35 withh 50mm f1.8 at ASA100.
Insufficient Light Warning: When switched in, the needle jumps down extremely beyond the lower limit of the range indicator, if light level is too low for proper metering.
Self-Timer: Lever system with rortation angle 180°. Approx. 4-12 second delay lever type; Action started via start lever hidden behind Self timer lever. It can be stopped and reset after actuation.
Camera back: Removable hinge type control by Mounting Pin. Interchangeable with Recordata Back 1/2 /3 (OM-1n) and 250 Film Back 1/2.
Tripod Socket: As per JIS standard
Battery used/Power Source (Metering): 1.35 volt mercury battery JIS H-D type; MR9 (National H_D, Toshiba H-D; Eveready or UCAR EPX625, Mallory PX625, or equivalent).
Lens Accessory Size: 49mm threaded for F1.8 and F1.4 lenses; 55mm threaded for F1.2 lens
Dimensions & Weights: Body only: 510g; Body with f/1.8 lens: 136mm x 83mm x 81mm (5.35" x 3.27" x 3.19"): 680g. (24.0 oz); f/1.4 lens: 136mm x 83mm x 89mm (5.35" x 3.27" x 3.50"): 740g. (26.1 oz); f/1.2 lens: 136mm x 83mm x 50mm (5.35" x 3.27" x 1.97"): 510g. (18.0 oz)