It sound like these people are claiming to have invented the AC induction motor.
The advantages they were claiming were already possible using a standard AC induction motor in conjuction with a variable frequency drive. This may even be what they are doing.
The problem is still how to store the energy needed to drive it.
I have an MX1000, and I have been more than satisfied with it.
I now don't bother using a mouse mat. My old optical mouse could not track reliably on my desk. The MX1000 does track properly on almost any surface. The only materials that I have found that can fool it were clear shiny plastics, the data side of CDs/DVDs, and mirrors.
The Laser does mean a real improvement over standard optical. The higher tracking resolution is the reason it works on so many surfaces.
Some may be able to perceive a wake up lag when gaming, I haven't yet.
To charge it I just put it in its cradle for a couple of hours every week.
This is impressive. Their diamond is transparent from infrared to ultraviolet.
In a few years we will probably be able to buy diamond Prescription eyeglasses and diamond sunglasses.
Re:Words change in meaning over time
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Isn't It Ironic?
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Well, it so happens to be that we humans constantly shift the meaning of the words in our language. It is believed that the strongest driver of this is the universal appeal in appearing interesting to others.
While I agree that the meanings of words should reflect common usage, but what the article points out is important. Especially the point that irony can be used as a powerful tool of argument.
If the general population are confused about the traditional meaning of irony (especially rhetorical irony) then they will be hampered when they are bombarded with propaganda, or if they find someone using irony against them. (Irony can be used to disguise truth as well as expose it.)
I think the article is worried about the confusion over the word rather than any particular meaning.
Why are you so sad and unimaginitive?
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This is IT?
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Have any of you considered that this device could
be very useful for people other than the perceived
market.
I am sure that this could, with minimal modification
become a welcome alternative to the traditional wheelchair.
Is it morally right to quote constitutional rights when spamming Iceland, Australia etc.
Not that I disagree with free speech but it normally doesn't force the audience to listen.
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It sound like these people are claiming to have invented the AC induction motor.
The advantages they were claiming were already possible using a standard AC induction motor in conjuction with a variable frequency drive. This may even be what they are doing.
The problem is still how to store the energy needed to drive it.
I have an MX1000, and I have been more than satisfied with it.
I now don't bother using a mouse mat. My old optical mouse could not track reliably on my desk. The MX1000 does track properly on almost any surface. The only materials that I have found that can fool it were clear shiny plastics, the data side of CDs/DVDs, and mirrors.
The Laser does mean a real improvement over standard optical. The higher tracking resolution is the reason it works on so many surfaces.
Some may be able to perceive a wake up lag when gaming, I haven't yet.
To charge it I just put it in its cradle for a couple of hours every week.
This is impressive. Their diamond is transparent from infrared to ultraviolet.
In a few years we will probably be able to buy diamond Prescription eyeglasses and diamond sunglasses.
Well, it so happens to be that we humans constantly shift the meaning of the words in our language. It is believed that the strongest driver of this is the universal appeal in appearing interesting to others.
While I agree that the meanings of words should reflect common usage, but what the article points out is important. Especially the point that irony can be used as a powerful tool of argument.
If the general population are confused about the traditional meaning of irony (especially rhetorical irony) then they will be hampered when they are bombarded with propaganda, or if they find someone using irony against them. (Irony can be used to disguise truth as well as expose it.)
I think the article is worried about the confusion over the word rather than any particular meaning.
Have any of you considered that this device could
be very useful for people other than the perceived
market.
I am sure that this could, with minimal modification
become a welcome alternative to the traditional wheelchair.
It is not a scooter but a smart unicycle.
Not that I disagree with free speech but it normally doesn't force the audience to listen.
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