Self Portrait.

The Nanyang University Memorial is a memorial tablet built and revealed on 30 March 1958 to mark the end of the first phase of construction for Nanyang University and to honor the donors who contributed to the building of the university. It was unveiled by then governor of Singapore, Sir William Goode in a grand ceremony of more than 100 guests. It was Singapore's first private university that was built using funds donated by all walks of life from wealthy merchants to odd jobs labourers.

In our technologically-obsessed society it’s hard to understand the reasons behind asceticism – why would one forgo all of one’s earthly possessions and live excluded from society? Given that the Ganga or Ganges is a holy place there were quite a few of these folks there and it was it was interesting to interact with some of them.

Ο ΑΡΙΣΤΑΡΧΟΣ ΤΑΞΙΔΕΥΕΙ ΣΤΟΝ ΓΑΛΑΞΙΑ

Το τηλεσκόπιο Αρίσταρχος είναι το μεγαλύτερο και πλέον σύγχρονο τηλεσκόπιο της Νοτιοανατολικής Ευρώπης. Ανήκει στο Αστεροσκοπείο Χελμού βρίσκεται στη δεύτερη ψηλότερη κορυφή του όρους Χελμός στην τοποθεσία Νεραϊδοράχη σε υψόμετρο 2.340 μέτρων κοντά στο χιονοδρομικό κέντρο Καλαβρύτων.

Το όνομα του ΑΡΙΣΤΑΡΧΟΣ δόθηκε προς τιμήν του αρχαίου Έλληνα, αστρονόμου και μαθηματικού Αρίσταρχου του Σάμιου. Η τοποθεσία που βρίσκεται είναι από τα σημεία της Ευρώπης με τη χαμηλότερη φωτορύπανση και το τηλεσκόπιο είναι πάνω από τα σύννεφα.

Το τηλεσκόπιο Αρίσταρχος είναι ένα από τα πιο προηγμένα τεχνολογικά τηλεσκόπια της Ευρώπης, έχει διάμετρο 2,3 μέτρα και ζυγιζει 34 τονους ενω η αλταζυμουθιακη του στήριξη λειτουργεί με αντλία λαδιού.

ARISTARCHOS TRAVELS TO THE GALAXY

The Aristarchos Telescope is the largest and most advanced telescope in Southeastern EUROPE. It is part of Helmos Observatory based on the second highest peak of Mount Helmos Neraidorahi the site at an altitude of 2,340 meters near the ski resort of Kalavryta.

The name of ARISTARCHOS given in honor of the ancient Greek, astronomer and mathematician Aristarchus of Samios. The site is located from across Europe have the lowest light pollution and the telescope is above the clouds.

The Aristarchos Telescope is one of the most technologically advanced telescopes in Europe, and has a diameter of 2.3 meters and weighs 34 tons ,while the support works with oil pump.

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This one has been my 2nd favorite image for the last Macro Mondays Challenge. I thought i share it anyway :)

Glass is a non-crystalline, often transparent amorphous solid, that has widespread practical, technological, and decorative use in, for example, window panes, tableware, and optics. Glass is most often formed by rapid cooling (quenching) of the molten form; some glasses such as volcanic glass are naturally occurring. The most familiar, and historically the oldest, types of manufactured glass are "silicate glasses" based on the chemical compound silica (silicon dioxide, or quartz), the primary constituent of sand. Soda-lime glass, containing around 70% silica, accounts for around 90% of manufactured glass. The term glass, in popular usage, is often used to refer only to this type of material, although silica-free glasses often have desirable properties for applications in modern communications technology. Some objects, such as drinking glasses and eyeglasses, are so commonly made of silicate-based glass that they are simply called by the name of the material.

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When it originally opened in 1914, the Power Station was one of the most advanced power centers in all of Europe, however it will likely be better remembered for its ornate Art Deco architecture than its technological wonder. Parts are still used, except the old transformer buildings and the Art Deco control room.

L00king at r0b0ts is n0t like l00king at an id0l. It's n0t a human being, s0 it's m0re like a mirr0r - the energy pe0ple send t0 the stage bounces back and everyb0dy has a g00d time t0gether rather than f0cusing 0n us."

-Guy-Manuel de Homem-Christo

Daft Punk , I just love that duo and their awesome music..

Thank you so much to my chum Lost to make the matching pair on this picture!! ^^

!!!! TECHNOLOGIC !!!!

Daft Punk - Harder Better Faster Stronger (Live concert) * Gives me the goosebumps!!!!!* : www.youtube.com/watch?v=x84m3YyO2oU

Some terrible banding in the jpeg render, not much I can do about it unfortunately.

Kyiv Polytechnic's main building

National Technical University of Ukraine "Igor Sikorsky Kyiv Polytechnic Institute" (NTUU KPI), a public technological university.

The institute was founded as the Kiev Polytechnic Institute of Emperor Alexander II on 31 August 1898. However, the construction of the current building complex was finished in 1902. Until then, the institute was renting out its space at the building of Commercial School located on Vorovsky Street. At that time, it had four departments: Mechanical, Chemical, Agricultural, and Civil Engineering. The first enrolment constituted of 360 students.

At present the number of students at KPI is more than 36,000. Approximately 400 of them are international students. In this way students, especially those who live in a hostel, have a social life with their foreign fellow students and a chance to learn more about other cultures, people and ideas. Over 4,500 students graduate from KPI every year. The diploma is accepted by the European Union. KPI has a preparatory department for foreigners. There is a possibility to study in English and at the same time learn Ukrainian.

I watched this Apple center. I was struck by the intersection of reflections of natural light and technology. A confirmation that technoligia without natural light is only an option of circumstance.

Though I do have technologically advanced cameras, I tend to prefer older cameras (all these are second-hand cameras with a 16MP sensor) and use them manually. I am not rejecting technological excellence and sophisticated algorithms. All I am saying is that I have more joy when working manually and that Fuji's old 16MP sensor is really good enough for my purposes. This shot was done with my new (ten year old) Fuji X-Pro1.

Calatrava's Bridge in Reggio Emilia

Technologic.

Stuff I'm wearing:

Hair: Elikatira

Skin: Glam Affair w/ Amara Beauty lips

Top: Promagic

Pants: :: pm ::

Nails: 1990

Pose: La Plume (Collection Lea)

Sim: Leviathan Bay

Europe, The Netherlands, Nood Brabant, Eindhoven, Evoluon, Roof (uncut)

Inside the Evoluon museum, shot towards the structuralist reinforced concrete skeleton of the roof. The building, which looks like a UFO or flying saucer, was built as a showcase for technological progress, particularly those in which the originally Eindhoven-based company Philips was involved. It was designed by Louis Kalff and Leo de Bever and transferred to the municipality of Eindhoven in 1966 on Philips' 75th anniversary.

The building was an educational technology museum from 1966 to 1989 and attracted many visitors until the 1970s. This was partly because they were allowed to experiment and operate the showcased models themselves. This was new then and particularly attractive to schoolchildren and other young people. Many schools traditionally organised an 'Evoluon trip' once a year.

In 2022, the Evoluon reopened as a museum under the leadership of the Next Nature Foundation. This organisation focuses on researching the impact of technology on our lives and the planet. Next Nature makes future scenarios tangible for a wide audience in the Evoluon through exhibitions and educational programmes for schools and companies.

This is number 16 of the Eindhoven abum.

Vehicle of the mind

Girl in the fire

One of the most intriguing cars at the 2018 New York International Auto Show was the 2019 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 Sebring Orange Convertible. This amazing $121,000 Vette represents a high water mark in Chevy’s iconic sports car history, technologically advanced and full of luxurious creature comforts by far the most overwhelmingly capable in both aspects. Under the hood 2019 Corvette ZR1 supercharged 6.2-liter V-8 that puts out 755 horsepower and 715 ft/lbs of torque to its rear tires that can carry the super car from 0-60 in 3 seconds with a top speed 212 mph.

The New York International Auto Show is the oldest auto show in the United Stated held every April at the Jacob Javitz Convention Center in Hell’s Kitchen since it opened.

This photograph captured on Olympus E-5 using Olympus Zuiko Digital ED 12-60mm F2.8-4.0 SWD lens handheld, RAW file processed in Adobe Photoshop Lightroom.

www.chevrolet.com/performance/corvette-zr1-supercar

Nanyang Technological University, Singapore. Learning Hub. Design: Thomas Heatherwick.

The building has been designed as a cluster of 12 tapered towers that surround an atrium. The approach was to combine learning spaces with social spaces, balconies and gardens to encourage informal interaction. The facade has been created by curved pre-cast concrete panels. The building is naturally ventilated. Some people have referent the pods as 'dim sum' baskets, others referred to the towers as 'turnips"

Modern technological or architectural forms in blue and white, with trees and clouds adding a natural touch. The hospital, Bamberg's 'Klinikum,' is on the outskirts of the city, up on a hill at the edge of a forest called 'Bruderwald.' So they have free space all around, and have been expanding over the years. [OLY02840_lr_3000]

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We meant to go to Lantau Link all three times we visited Hong Kong. Every time though, I was just too anxious to be so far from the safety of whichever hotel was our base.

Somehow, we made it. We had left it late enough that there were only a couple of other people and it was lovely and quiet.

The way back took a long time. Because of roadworks, the entrance to the viewing platform car park was very sudden. Three UBERs in a row cancelled on us which made me very stressed. We were just off the main road so simply couldn't get out any other way. After about an hour of waiting, we were finally able to get out.

noi

di aria

di rosso

di cuore

di palpito

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This technological part aims to reach a fair #BALANCE between past, present and future.

Without this #BALANCE the earth won’t move.

Für diese Aufnahme habe ich den mittleren Zwischenring aus dem Zuiko-System gewählt, um einen etwas größeren Abbildungsmaßstab als 1:2 (hier ist beim 50er F3.5 Zuiko Auto-Macro Schluss) zu erreichen. Das Objektiv habe ich auf Bl. 8 abgeblendet.

Flickr Lounge weekend theme - Two of the same- but different

52 in 2022 Challenge #43 Technological

Technologiezentrum Münster

No great back story to this guy, but here’s what I got:

Sewage worker of 2275 turned to his true calling, as a drone operator. His new profession has him working on the dark city streets of Mirai No Toshi, as a Skill For Hire (a more respectable way of saying mercenary). Frequently shipping out as surveillance for inner-city contraband trafficking, Don has a growing library of skills and efficiencies.

His moral compass is solid, as far as SFHs go, and he refuses to have anything to do with human trafficking. When he can, he’ll sabotage missions of the sort due to his distaste for the business.

Harboring dozens of drones, he can hold his own if necessary, though he prefers not to over exert his use of his resources unless it is absolutely required.

AS OF 2/23/19 I intend to start posting more. I just finished up my finals for this last trimester, and I’m currently transitioning between rooms in my house. I’ll probably post a picture of my new set up (nothing impressive) and hopefully I’ll start posting weekly if not twice a week. The main reason for not posting often is a combination of being really tired once I get all my homework out of the way, and also just being too damn lazy. It’s not even that I don’t get to do things with LEGOs, because I do almost every day, it’s just I don’t have a new photo set up or even anything worth posting. Hopefully that will change.

More posts coming soon! Keep it chill, dudes!

Technological and theological.

St Helen’s Church, Stonegate. York, UK.

Welcome to Boston, a city where history and modernity blend seamlessly. This panoramic view of Boston’s skyline captures the essence of a city that has played a pivotal role in American history while embracing contemporary growth. As you gaze upon the skyline, you’ll notice a harmonious mix of architectural styles that tell the story of Boston’s evolution.

The historic charm of Boston is evident in its neoclassical buildings, which stand proudly alongside sleek, modern high-rises. The Gothic spires and glass facades create a visual symphony that reflects the city’s rich past and innovative future. Notable landmarks such as the Prudential Tower and the John Hancock Tower dominate the skyline, symbolizing Boston’s economic prowess and architectural ingenuity.

In the foreground, industrial elements and satellite dishes highlight Boston’s role as a hub of technological advancement and global connectivity. This juxtaposition of old and new is what makes Boston a unique destination for history buffs, architecture enthusiasts, and tech professionals alike.

Walking through Boston’s streets is like stepping back in time while being firmly rooted in the present. The cobblestone paths and historic buildings tell tales of the American Revolution, while the modern infrastructure speaks to the city’s forward-thinking spirit. From the Freedom Trail to the bustling Financial District, Boston offers a rich tapestry of experiences that cater to diverse interests.

Whether you’re exploring the historic neighborhoods of Beacon Hill and Back Bay or marveling at the cutting-edge developments in the Seaport District, Boston never fails to impress. This city is a testament to the enduring spirit of innovation and tradition, making it a must-visit destination for travelers from around the world.

The Eradicator and Cyborg Superman

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You’re not able to see, but I used the Rebirth Superman legs on my go-to Superman figure in the back, along with some red hips

Technological Cultural Park of Lavrio

....THE MOST MAGIC TALE, WHERE EVERYTHING IS ENVELOPED IN A SOFT,

HAPPY ATMOSPHERE MADE OF JOY AND SERENITY...AND...MISTERY

THE MOST MAGIC MOMENTS IN THE MOST ENCHANTED TOWN,

WHERE EVERYONE CAN GIVE SOUL AND HEART, IMAGINATION AND LOVE...

THE MAGIC DREAM IN THE MOST MAGIC TOWN....

THIS IS VENICE CARNIVAL...

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This is the School of Art, Design & Media at Nanyang Technological University in Singapore. Staying in the country for 2 months, of course I had to visit a futuristic building like this one!

Reading up on it, I realized the President of NTU is from Sweden! Sometimes the world is very a small place.

Pentax K20D + Sigma 70-300

For Lancia, the Aprilia, produced from 1937 - 1949, simultaneously marked the end of one era and the beginning of another. Technologically speaking, this was a supremely refined model, with a load-bearing body, a compact narrow V engine, independent suspension on all four wheels and extremely innovative aerodynamic lines.

During the 1920s, the invention of wind tunnels allowed industrial designers to seek new levels of performance for motor vehicles by improving their aerodynamics. In the United States, “streamline design” was all the rage, a trend for producing sinuous and aerodynamic lines, starting with airplanes, then trains and then cars, increasing their speed but also emphasizing their extravagant stylistic features.

This movement reached Italy in the 1930s when streamlining, a symbol of modernity, inspired the lines of the new Lancia Aprilia. But compared to the American style, Vincenzo Lancia’s trusted designer Battista Falchetto - who had shared the honors for the stunning design of the Lambda - created a car with fewer frills and more concrete lines, aimed at improving aerodynamics. The grille and windscreen were therefore slightly inclined, and the egg shape - considered at the time the most efficient profile from an aerodynamic point of view - gave character to the rear part. The compact and streamlined bonnet was made possible by the small size of the narrow V engine... an authentic concentrate of technology. It consisted of a light alloy monobloc with cast iron barrels, V valves controlled by rockers moved by an overhead camshaft and a hemispherical top on the combustion chamber. With only 1,352 cc it generated 48 HP which, thanks also to a total weight of only 850 kg, plus an excellent aerodynamic coefficient of just 0.47, thrust the Aprilia up to 125 km/h.

The Aprilia was a true Piedmontese aristocrat, refined and precise in every detail. Its famous four pillarless doors, a true Lancia icon, also have an extraordinary curved profile and invisible hinges. The famous click - the sound of the doors closing - underlined the scrupulous attention to the smallest details in design and assembly which typified Lancia’s outstanding modus operandi, providing an unforgettable grace note. The interiors, especially in the Luxury version, featured a classy geometric instrument panel on a grey background with black and white graphics: the square speedometer and clock perfectly matched with the rectangles chosen for the thermometer and the fuel gauge. The Lancia cloth upholstery (available on request in leather), the door panels, the roof covering and the rubber mats were the final touches of a creation which was the closest possible motorcar version of the classic Turin interiors of the period.

Its extremely low weight was mainly due to the load-bearing body: a Lancia patent - first seen in the 1920s on the Lambda - which, by overcoming the classic architecture which kept the chassis and bodywork separate, improved torsional rigidity and significantly reduced volumes. The independent suspension on all four wheels, with rear transversal leaf spring and front coil springs, enabled the Lancia Aprilia to offer road grip and passenger comfort that was much superior to most of its contemporary rivals.

The Lancia Aprilia contained all the most innovative and refined technical solutions that were so dear to Vincenzo Lancia. It constituted a pinnacle of motorcar production, carried out under the direct supervision of the founder of the Turin company. The name of the car came from that of an ancient Lazio town: a characteristic that linked it to its predecessors, the Artena and the Astura.

The Lancia Aprilia was presented to the public at the thirtieth edition of the Paris Motor Show, in October 1936. On February 15, 1937 its creator had a sudden and fatal heart attack, just before the car went into production. He was only 55 years old. Thus the Aprilia became universally seen as the spiritual testament of Vincenzo Lancia, becoming a huge commercial success, which continued even after the adversities of the second World War.

The first series of the Lancia Aprilia was produced from 1937 to 1939 in 10,354 units: a Sedan in standard and Luxury trims, to which were added 4,350 chassis for custom-made versions, on which the best Italian coachbuilders reveled in producing streamlined and elegant spiders and cabriolets. Pinin Farina's aerodynamic coupé was highly original, with its characteristic flattened muzzle, the central position of the 2 + 2 passenger compartment and an elegant tail.

Two years after the start of production, the second series was born, characterized by the increase in displacement to 1,486 cc. The power remained unchanged, but this improved the elasticity of the engine and the maximum speed. Despite a weight increase to 950 kg, it gained 1 km/h. In the decade from 1939-1949, 11,082 sedans were produced plus 2,252 chassis for coachbuilders.

The production of the Aprilia continued - with a further 703 exemplars - even after the Second World War, a period in which the model, despite being almost ten years old, could still be proud of its highly modern mechanics and settings. It held its place in the market right up to the last days of production, and in racing it remained the undisputed dominator of the Tourism class up to 1500 cc for years: it also triumphed in the Mille Miglia of 1947 thanks to its powerful acceleration and peerless road holding.

To this day, more than eighty years after its presentation, the Aprilia is considered a timeless pioneering car which, by gathering all the best of Lancia’s innovative philosophy, inaugurated a new era in motoring. Vincenzo Lancia was usually hypercritical about his cars, but after test driving the Aprilia prototype he spontaneously exclaimed: "What a magnificent car!".

Article credit: Heritage

grafica bruhl!

The Alishan Forest Railway is an outstanding technological ensemble that was constructed using mountaineering methods of extremely complex spirals, large-scale Z-shaped switchbacks, and U-turns. It ran on the Shay locomotive, which was the most widely used steam locomotive of its day, and the Alishan locomotives are preserved to remember the forestry and railway history that the region shares with the world.

For Lancia, the Aprilia, produced from 1937 - 1949, simultaneously marked the end of one era and the beginning of another. Technologically speaking, this was a supremely refined model, with a load-bearing body, a compact narrow V engine, independent suspension on all four wheels and extremely innovative aerodynamic lines.

During the 1920s, the invention of wind tunnels allowed industrial designers to seek new levels of performance for motor vehicles by improving their aerodynamics. In the United States, “streamline design” was all the rage, a trend for producing sinuous and aerodynamic lines, starting with airplanes, then trains and then cars, increasing their speed but also emphasizing their extravagant stylistic features.

This movement reached Italy in the 1930s when streamlining, a symbol of modernity, inspired the lines of the new Lancia Aprilia. But compared to the American style, Vincenzo Lancia’s trusted designer Battista Falchetto - who had shared the honors for the stunning design of the Lambda - created a car with fewer frills and more concrete lines, aimed at improving aerodynamics. The grille and windscreen were therefore slightly inclined, and the egg shape - considered at the time the most efficient profile from an aerodynamic point of view - gave character to the rear part. The compact and streamlined bonnet was made possible by the small size of the narrow V engine... an authentic concentrate of technology. It consisted of a light alloy monobloc with cast iron barrels, V valves controlled by rockers moved by an overhead camshaft and a hemispherical top on the combustion chamber. With only 1,352 cc it generated 48 HP which, thanks also to a total weight of only 850 kg, plus an excellent aerodynamic coefficient of just 0.47, thrust the Aprilia up to 125 km/h.

The Aprilia was a true Piedmontese aristocrat, refined and precise in every detail. Its famous four pillarless doors, a true Lancia icon, also have an extraordinary curved profile and invisible hinges. The famous click - the sound of the doors closing - underlined the scrupulous attention to the smallest details in design and assembly which typified Lancia’s outstanding modus operandi, providing an unforgettable grace note. The interiors, especially in the Luxury version, featured a classy geometric instrument panel on a grey background with black and white graphics: the square speedometer and clock perfectly matched with the rectangles chosen for the thermometer and the fuel gauge. The Lancia cloth upholstery (available on request in leather), the door panels, the roof covering and the rubber mats were the final touches of a creation which was the closest possible motorcar version of the classic Turin interiors of the period.

Its extremely low weight was mainly due to the load-bearing body: a Lancia patent - first seen in the 1920s on the Lambda - which, by overcoming the classic architecture which kept the chassis and bodywork separate, improved torsional rigidity and significantly reduced volumes. The independent suspension on all four wheels, with rear transversal leaf spring and front coil springs, enabled the Lancia Aprilia to offer road grip and passenger comfort that was much superior to most of its contemporary rivals.

The Lancia Aprilia contained all the most innovative and refined technical solutions that were so dear to Vincenzo Lancia. It constituted a pinnacle of motorcar production, carried out under the direct supervision of the founder of the Turin company. The name of the car came from that of an ancient Lazio town: a characteristic that linked it to its predecessors, the Artena and the Astura.

The Lancia Aprilia was presented to the public at the thirtieth edition of the Paris Motor Show, in October 1936. On February 15, 1937 its creator had a sudden and fatal heart attack, just before the car went into production. He was only 55 years old. Thus the Aprilia became universally seen as the spiritual testament of Vincenzo Lancia, becoming a huge commercial success, which continued even after the adversities of the second World War.

The first series of the Lancia Aprilia was produced from 1937 to 1939 in 10,354 units: a Sedan in standard and Luxury trims, to which were added 4,350 chassis for custom-made versions, on which the best Italian coachbuilders reveled in producing streamlined and elegant spiders and cabriolets. Pinin Farina's aerodynamic coupé was highly original, with its characteristic flattened muzzle, the central position of the 2 + 2 passenger compartment and an elegant tail.

Two years after the start of production, the second series was born, characterized by the increase in displacement to 1,486 cc. The power remained unchanged, but this improved the elasticity of the engine and the maximum speed. Despite a weight increase to 950 kg, it gained 1 km/h. In the decade from 1939-1949, 11,082 sedans were produced plus 2,252 chassis for coachbuilders.

The production of the Aprilia continued - with a further 703 exemplars - even after the Second World War, a period in which the model, despite being almost ten years old, could still be proud of its highly modern mechanics and settings. It held its place in the market right up to the last days of production, and in racing it remained the undisputed dominator of the Tourism class up to 1500 cc for years: it also triumphed in the Mille Miglia of 1947 thanks to its powerful acceleration and peerless road holding.

To this day, more than eighty years after its presentation, the Aprilia is considered a timeless pioneering car which, by gathering all the best of Lancia’s innovative philosophy, inaugurated a new era in motoring. Vincenzo Lancia was usually hypercritical about his cars, but after test driving the Aprilia prototype he spontaneously exclaimed: "What a magnificent car!".

Article credit: Heritage

HMS Warrior, launched in 1860, was a technological marvel of her time. As the world's first iron-hulled warship, she was larger, faster, and more heavily armored than any ship before her. Her impressive size and firepower made her a symbol of British naval supremacy and a deterrent to potential adversaries.

While Warrior's active service was relatively short, her impact was significant. She not only served as a powerful warship but also as a diplomatic tool, escorting royalty and touring British ports. Today, she stands as a testament to the ingenuity and engineering prowess of the Victorian era, offering visitors a glimpse into the past and a reminder of Britain's maritime heritage.

HMS Warrior, once a symbol of British naval might, was eventually outclassed by newer, more powerful ships. By the late 19th century, she was relegated to various reserve roles, including a torpedo training ship and a refueling pontoon.

In the late 1970s, a major restoration effort began to return Warrior to her former glory. Underwritten by Sir John Smith, the goal was to return her to how she appeared between 1861 and 1864 on her first commission. £7 million and eight years later she was restored and towed from Hartlepool to her permanent home in Portsmouth Harbour.

More than 40 years later though work hasn’t stopped. The conservation team made up of riggers, shipkeepers, conservators, painters and more are constantly at work ensuring HMS Warrior is in top shape for the hundreds of thousands of visitors that see her every year. The ongoing conservation work ensures that this iconic ship will continue to inspire and educate for generations to come.

( information from the Royal Navy Museum web page )

An SSC Special -- Tin Cans 01/02/2025 .

In these crazy technological days , it is time now to concentrate on the old and traditional and in these times a product from " Stannum Inc. " will help things calm down .

Back to basics and we can get rid of fiddly sim cards and no continuing charges . There are no distracting screens to take up your day and this lets you see the countryside around you .

The string attached to each tin can through the hole in the base of the can when held in tension allows full access talking and in the DeLux version shown above there are two strings in the package - one for a local call and the other for more long distance chat !! So dust off your old " Tin Cans " , grab a bit of string and start talking !!

So the watchword(s) are --

Keep Talking !! ---

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Written by David Gilmour, Richard Wright and Polly Samson, it was sung by Gilmour and also features samples of Stephen Hawking's electronic voice, taken from a BT television advertisement . This same commercial was sampled again in "Talkin' Hawkin'" from Pink Floyd's next studio album, The Endless River. Gilmour chose to use the speech after crying to the commercial, which he described as "the most powerful piece of television advertising that I’ve ever seen in my life.” The song also makes some use of the talk box guitar effect.

(RJNG)

Zu sehen ist dieses Fahrzeug im Nutzfahrzeugmuseum Halle 31 in Willich. Hier hat der eingetragene Verein, der diese Halle zur Untermiete des Klaus Rabe Verlags bezogen hat, liebevoll ein kleines Museum mit einigen tollen Exponaten zur Nutzfahrzeuggeschichte eingerichtet. Hier zu sehen eines der Lieferwagen Nachkriegsmodelle des deutschen Wirtschaftswunders.Die Firma Tempo wurde 1928 gegründet, nach einer Verbindung mit Hanomag ging die Firma 1965 im Rheinstahl Konzern auf und verschwand auf dem deutschen Markt. Inzwischen erfuhr ich durch einen aufmerksamen Flcikr Kollegen, dass Tempo in Indien unter Lizenz weiterhin mit Lieferwagen präsent war.

Here you can see a Tempo Matador in the museum for Vans in Hall 31 of the "Nutzfahrzeugemuseum" in Willich, Germany. The museum rented this hall from the publishing house Klaus Rabe. The Tempo Matador is a typical example of a small van at the time of German economic miracle in the fifties. The mark Tempo vanished in 1965. I have learnt that Tempo vans have been produced under license in India and were present on this market for a long time.