“completely unfair to the people who have been lied to”
Agreed, but it sounds like a software change can fix most the problems in emission, performance may be affected.
And I totally agree with the problem of batteries, not just the cost or future cost, but sometime down the road we are going to end up with a huge toxic waste problem with all the chemicals in old batteries that can no longer be economically recycled.
A huge trade off, replace fossil fuel to move our cars and replace it with a system dependent on electricity and chemical batteries.
But I think thats the direction we should go.
The bigger problem is convincing governments around the world to look at the long game, right now they are eyeing all the money they will get in fines, and it will be near imposable to convince them that the future depends on long term thinking.
I agree, this is the death of Siri, when first introduced it was a peak at what could ave become the future of voice computing, now it’s just a marketing tool.
I like the concept, I use the Amazon Echo to play music, check the weather, turn the lights off, but don't like the fact it can not access my mail, text messages, contacts or any of the other data on my computer, I was hoping Apple or Microsoft would integrate the whole PC ecosystem into their voice driven interface.
But no, thats not going to happen, each player will continue to use their respected voice driven gadget to steer us to purchase products rather then let us decide how we want to use them.
What is a drone, thats my question, I have been building and flying balsa wood RC Airplanes for decades, if I install a camera on one, as many do, would they call that a drone?
If I install an auto pilot, is it then a drone?
Since I make these planes myself, would I need a special license and put a serial number on it?
IF I sell one, will I need to sell it through someone like an FFL and the buyer has to wait 10 days to pick it up like a firearm?
Seeing how you have already decided on scale, HO, and what you want to get out of it, Automation over prototyping and collecting rolling stock, there is still plenty for you to do.
As mentioned DCC is a great way to start, converting all the existing engines requires adding circuit boards in each and rewiring the track.
DCC is standard so in most cases you can pick and chose manufacture between the trains and the controllers you want to use.
Then go with block detectors that will return a signal whenever a train is on a given section of track.
For complete automation, and using open source you can go to JMRI, Java Model Railroad Interface, with that software you can start small by just using it to control your trains with your phone or web browser to complete automation by running the whole layout, starting, stopping, controlling switches, even turing on lights you may install in building on the layouts.
This alone will keep you busy for many many hours.
And how do we know this is not already being done by Google, or Microsoft or others. At Gun shows, Mall parking lots, car dealerships and other places in order to get data to sell or collect marketing information.
The technology is out there, we don't have the political will to stop it.
Privacy died the day the microchip was created.
Although Electrical Engineers may include Electronic Engineers, they are really two different disciplines, Electrical Engineers typically work the construction trades, building and power transmissions. Most engineers involved in integrated circuits, digital circuits and most of the new tech innovations, are more Electronic Engineers then Electrical Engineers.
The high employment rate in Electrical Engineers is mainly following the low employment rate for all the construction industries. Grads with a degree in the Electronic Engineering fields... even with no work experience will have no problem finding work, at least here in CA.
this is unheard of, this cant be, tell me it's not true, we have to be number one in EVERYTHING !!
Who's fault is this? who is slipping up and falling behind? could this be Obama's fault?
How can we turn it around? perhaps a quick stimulus bill to get spammers to work harder?
How about a boycott? YA THAT'S IT, boycott foreign spam !!!! support US spam only, if we all pitch in the US can once again be number one !!!
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“completely unfair to the people who have been lied to” Agreed, but it sounds like a software change can fix most the problems in emission, performance may be affected.
And I totally agree with the problem of batteries, not just the cost or future cost, but sometime down the road we are going to end up with a huge toxic waste problem with all the chemicals in old batteries that can no longer be economically recycled.
A huge trade off, replace fossil fuel to move our cars and replace it with a system dependent on electricity and chemical batteries.
But I think thats the direction we should go.
The bigger problem is convincing governments around the world to look at the long game, right now they are eyeing all the money they will get in fines, and it will be near imposable to convince them that the future depends on long term thinking.
I agree, this is the death of Siri, when first introduced it was a peak at what could ave become the future of voice computing, now it’s just a marketing tool. I like the concept, I use the Amazon Echo to play music, check the weather, turn the lights off, but don't like the fact it can not access my mail, text messages, contacts or any of the other data on my computer, I was hoping Apple or Microsoft would integrate the whole PC ecosystem into their voice driven interface. But no, thats not going to happen, each player will continue to use their respected voice driven gadget to steer us to purchase products rather then let us decide how we want to use them.
What is a drone, thats my question, I have been building and flying balsa wood RC Airplanes for decades, if I install a camera on one, as many do, would they call that a drone? If I install an auto pilot, is it then a drone? Since I make these planes myself, would I need a special license and put a serial number on it? IF I sell one, will I need to sell it through someone like an FFL and the buyer has to wait 10 days to pick it up like a firearm?
Seeing how you have already decided on scale, HO, and what you want to get out of it, Automation over prototyping and collecting rolling stock, there is still plenty for you to do. As mentioned DCC is a great way to start, converting all the existing engines requires adding circuit boards in each and rewiring the track. DCC is standard so in most cases you can pick and chose manufacture between the trains and the controllers you want to use. Then go with block detectors that will return a signal whenever a train is on a given section of track. For complete automation, and using open source you can go to JMRI, Java Model Railroad Interface, with that software you can start small by just using it to control your trains with your phone or web browser to complete automation by running the whole layout, starting, stopping, controlling switches, even turing on lights you may install in building on the layouts. This alone will keep you busy for many many hours.
And how do we know this is not already being done by Google, or Microsoft or others. At Gun shows, Mall parking lots, car dealerships and other places in order to get data to sell or collect marketing information. The technology is out there, we don't have the political will to stop it. Privacy died the day the microchip was created.
Just have them go through the Air Force boot camp, problem solved. signed, an old Army guy ;-)
Although Electrical Engineers may include Electronic Engineers, they are really two different disciplines, Electrical Engineers typically work the construction trades, building and power transmissions. Most engineers involved in integrated circuits, digital circuits and most of the new tech innovations, are more Electronic Engineers then Electrical Engineers. The high employment rate in Electrical Engineers is mainly following the low employment rate for all the construction industries. Grads with a degree in the Electronic Engineering fields ... even with no work experience will have no problem finding work, at least here in CA.
this is unheard of, this cant be, tell me it's not true, we have to be number one in EVERYTHING !! Who's fault is this? who is slipping up and falling behind? could this be Obama's fault? How can we turn it around? perhaps a quick stimulus bill to get spammers to work harder? How about a boycott? YA THAT'S IT, boycott foreign spam !!!! support US spam only, if we all pitch in the US can once again be number one !!!