What does this have to do with Bush giving a speech about going back to the moon? This is offtopic.
It would be interesting to read if you actually had an idea on the solution (if there is one) of problems facing the US at this time, instead of perpetuating the useless bickering that occurs here almost every day.
I think that going back to the moon is a good idea regardless of who is president. Maybe it will inspire peace in its wake and a change in the attitudes of both sides beating dead an old argument.
"This new class of NEP thrusters will offer substantial performance advantages over the ion engine flown on Deep Space 1 in 1999. Overall improvements include up to a factor of 10 or more in power; a factor of two to three in fuel efficiency; a factor of four to five in grid voltage; a factor of five to eight in thruster lifetime; and a 30 percent improvement in overall thruster efficiency. GRC engineers will continue testing and development of this particular thruster model, culminating in performance tests at full power levels of 25 kilowatts.
The DNA is used to structure the assembly until the silver and gold coat the protein/antibody matrix. It would not repair any damage to the wire - in this technology.
A virus could be used to control the DNA, or structure of the assembly for use later in the development of this technique, but at this point they have only just created a transistor. That is why they used E. Coli. In end of the article it discusses the need for the refinement of the ability to control structures at this level to make nano-circuitry and nano-sculptures. Different forms of DNA, along with viruses and their RNA will undoubtedly be required.
Of course you rely on the "contact patch" for orientation, the gyrocscopic balance is translated to the wheel via traction control. Traction is an absolutely essential function of balance in gyroscopically-controlled-wheel machines. The gyroscopes themselves do not balance the vehicle, they monitor balance and it is corrected and maintained via the motorized wheel (or wheels as in the Segway).
Having only one wheel hinders balance tremendously anyway, but when that one wheel loses traction - you're pretty much screwed. It won't matter if all the gyroscopes were operating at perfect accuracy, they won't do anything to help prevent the vehicle from crashing and hurting you.
This vehicle was designed to be used on country roads, which is like off-road. It is of course a future design and prototype, but it being based on a single wheel is a huge flaw. System failures and poor maintenance are considered at this point to be a secondary fault.
Of course, the traction issue is a concern with Segway HT vehicles too, they are more stable than this device because they have two wheels, but they aren't really that much safer than a monocycle in those situations.
Recreational vehicles are supposed to be tough and reliable. Reliability is very much a part of the stability and dependability of your vehicle in adverse conditions.
In this case, instead of having 2 or 3 or 4 wheels to support a passenger in an accident or a lose of control, you only have one. I wouldn't like to be caught on an ice patch, a slick roadway, or an unsure trail off the road. The potential to lose control and have an accident must be greater with only one wheel. Of course, you could always jump off, but that is defeat in the eyes or a responsible operator, plus I wouldn't want to get in an accident in a cool(expensive) little monobike like that.
I was able to view the entire eclipse from beginning to end here in upstate NY. It was clear and cold and the moon, as it is full, was tremendously beautiful.
The symptomatic red tinge was clearly evident and for once in this great while the moon seemed wonderfully warm. I am glad at seeing this full eclipse, I missed the last celestial event over the summer during the meteor shower. What a great November event!
The only thing I can think to say after reading that again is What the fuck are we waiting for?
Its the 21st century and we're tooling with 20-40 year old equipment and dreams. SPACE IS STILL THERE! I'm literally getting pysically angry at this squandered future.
I believe there is no unbiased source of information available in our culture.
There are clearly defined biases base on what is called the "liberal left" and the "conservative right." Fox news is only the newest contender/target. For people to flame Fox in this thread is not a surprise, the bias truly lies with every one of us.
I thought that only as a Scientist or at least a curious thinker, all that was needed was a problem to solve. The solution would just be an afterthought.
In this case, where the problem is becoming influential and powerful in our government, how can someone have the solution to a problem and not exercise the answer?
You can't change science and you can't really change the government.
Hmmm, could this possibly be the same principle at work that enables trees to break down water? It sounds like they've managed to mimic the properties of wood and plant channels. I know that it hasn't been discovered yet, or I would have heard of it. If this is the case, this technology could be the biggest discovery in the last 30 years.
It looks as though Arthur Clarke may be able to correctly predict the future. The Chinese Space Organization in his 2001 series books was of such prominence that it outshined every other administration. It looks like China is off to a good start on that path.
The schedule in his books pertained to their level of achievement reaching a profound pinnacle within 60 years(the story of 2061, 3rd book in the series). That timeframe from today is absolutely possible.
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If you're a geek, chances are they're geeks too. Distract them with your newly found Mars images!
P.S.>>Then quietly slip away and start a new life.
Do you want to know more?
Dr Lineweaver, a research astronomer at the University of NSW...
There is a University of Not Safe for Work? And furthermore, there are doctors working there? Sweet mother of pr0nage!
Or call it a beagle. An actual beagle.
I for one do not approve of their research methods, they did not provide proof that no beer was hurt during their experiment.
If they tampered with beer's magical formula for the sake of "antibubbles", then I consider them unethical.
Can't wait to see the clouds.
What does this have to do with Bush giving a speech about going back to the moon? This is offtopic.
It would be interesting to read if you actually had an idea on the solution (if there is one) of problems facing the US at this time, instead of perpetuating the useless bickering that occurs here almost every day.
I think that going back to the moon is a good idea regardless of who is president. Maybe it will inspire peace in its wake and a change in the attitudes of both sides beating dead an old argument.
I love dupes, you get the opportunity to use other people's comments to achieve mod point heaven.
Jerk store Jerry, Jerk store! Jerk store!!!
"This new class of NEP thrusters will offer substantial performance advantages over the ion engine flown on Deep Space 1 in 1999. Overall improvements include up to a factor of 10 or more in power; a factor of two to three in fuel efficiency; a factor of four to five in grid voltage; a factor of five to eight in thruster lifetime; and a 30 percent improvement in overall thruster efficiency. GRC engineers will continue testing and development of this particular thruster model, culminating in performance tests at full power levels of 25 kilowatts.
All I have to say is damn!, I'm impressed.
It pays to be a Slashdot subscriber.
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The DNA is used to structure the assembly until the silver and gold coat the protein/antibody matrix. It would not repair any damage to the wire - in this technology.
A virus could be used to control the DNA, or structure of the assembly for use later in the development of this technique, but at this point they have only just created a transistor. That is why they used E. Coli. In end of the article it discusses the need for the refinement of the ability to control structures at this level to make nano-circuitry and nano-sculptures. Different forms of DNA, along with viruses and their RNA will undoubtedly be required.
I didn't know the Borg had a sense of humor.
Dude, what are you takling about?
Of course you rely on the "contact patch" for orientation, the gyrocscopic balance is translated to the wheel via traction control. Traction is an absolutely essential function of balance in gyroscopically-controlled-wheel machines. The gyroscopes themselves do not balance the vehicle, they monitor balance and it is corrected and maintained via the motorized wheel (or wheels as in the Segway).
Having only one wheel hinders balance tremendously anyway, but when that one wheel loses traction - you're pretty much screwed. It won't matter if all the gyroscopes were operating at perfect accuracy, they won't do anything to help prevent the vehicle from crashing and hurting you.
This vehicle was designed to be used on country roads, which is like off-road. It is of course a future design and prototype, but it being based on a single wheel is a huge flaw. System failures and poor maintenance are considered at this point to be a secondary fault.
Of course, the traction issue is a concern with Segway HT vehicles too, they are more stable than this device because they have two wheels, but they aren't really that much safer than a monocycle in those situations.
Recreational vehicles are supposed to be tough and reliable. Reliability is very much a part of the stability and dependability of your vehicle in adverse conditions.
In this case, instead of having 2 or 3 or 4 wheels to support a passenger in an accident or a lose of control, you only have one. I wouldn't like to be caught on an ice patch, a slick roadway, or an unsure trail off the road. The potential to lose control and have an accident must be greater with only one wheel. Of course, you could always jump off, but that is defeat in the eyes or a responsible operator, plus I wouldn't want to get in an accident in a cool(expensive) little monobike like that.
I was able to view the entire eclipse from beginning to end here in upstate NY. It was clear and cold and the moon, as it is full, was tremendously beautiful.
The symptomatic red tinge was clearly evident and for once in this great while the moon seemed wonderfully warm. I am glad at seeing this full eclipse, I missed the last celestial event over the summer during the meteor shower. What a great November event!
The only thing I can think to say after reading that again is What the fuck are we waiting for?
Its the 21st century and we're tooling with 20-40 year old equipment and dreams. SPACE IS STILL THERE! I'm literally getting pysically angry at this squandered future.
I believe there is no unbiased source of information available in our culture.
There are clearly defined biases base on what is called the "liberal left" and the "conservative right." Fox news is only the newest contender/target.
For people to flame Fox in this thread is not a surprise, the bias truly lies with every one of us.
After just 1 hour of use, the Mini-PC can also be used as a lightsaber. Just play your favorite star wars movie, burned of course.
How is this thing powered?
I thought that only as a Scientist or at least a curious thinker, all that was needed was a problem to solve. The solution would just be an afterthought.
In this case, where the problem is becoming influential and powerful in our government, how can someone have the solution to a problem and not exercise the answer?
You can't change science and you can't really change the government.
Stop doing science.
Hmmm, could this possibly be the same principle at work that enables trees to break down water? It sounds like they've managed to mimic the properties of wood and plant channels. I know that it hasn't been discovered yet, or I would have heard of it.
If this is the case, this technology could be the biggest discovery in the last 30 years.
I hope someone is working on it.
I think they may be taking their overpopulation problem's solution in the wrong direction.
Look at my sig.
It looks as though Arthur Clarke may be able to correctly predict the future. The Chinese Space Organization in his 2001 series books was of such prominence that it outshined every other administration. It looks like China is off to a good start on that path.
The schedule in his books pertained to their level of achievement reaching a profound pinnacle within 60 years(the story of 2061, 3rd book in the series). That timeframe from today is absolutely possible.