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[hellsitegenetics]

I have a request: the first paragraph of Industrial Society and its Future, courtesy of https://besser.tsoa.nyu.edu/howard/Anarchism/Unabom/manifesto.html

"The Industrial Revolution and its consequences have been a disaster for the human race. They have greatly increased the Iffe-expectancy of those of us who live in "advanced" countries, but they have destabilized society, have made life unfulfilling, have subjected human beings to indignities, have led to widespread psychological suffering (in the Third World to physical suffering as well) and have inflicted severe damage on the natural world. The continued development of technology will worsen the situation. It will certainly subject human being to greater indignities and inflict greater damage on the natural world, it will probably lead to greater social disruption and psychological suffering, and it may lead to increased physical suffering even in "advanced" countries."

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Closest match: Euplexia lucipara genome assembly, chromosome: 11 Common name: Small angle shades

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[girldragongizzard]

Chapter 2: Ethical human contact

When the woman stands behind Harold, peering over his shoulder from the inside of the camper, she freezes too.

I find myself doing the transfixion dance, of course. It’s part of keeping them still and compliant with my instinctual wishes to kill and eat them. But, I don’t actually want to do that, and my alternative urge is to flee. Which I also don’t want to do.

Instead, I visualize the outcome I want and, while focusing on Harold’s eyes, I settle myself down into a loaf, tucking claws underneath me, and folding my wings up tight. And then, ever so slowly, I do a cat smile, closing my eyes gradually and relaxing my frame.

And, just as I’d hoped, it’s the woman’s eye contact that is broken first, and she says, somewhat shakily but not truly stirred, “Harold, put that damn thing away! You’ll shoot your fellow camper!”

Through heavily hooded lids, I see him lower the gun slowly and blink at me. I’m obviously not a threat, after all. At which point, I turn my head to the side so that I’m looking at him with only one eye, a prey expression. Very much not a threat.

He tentatively steps down and out of the doorway of the camper, letting his gun drop fully to a one handed grip aimed down, while he steadies himself on the door with his other hand. And then he says, “I could swear I heard it talk, Ginnie.”

Ginnie slaps him lightly on the back of his head, and says, “Of course she can talk, Harold! Don’t you know the girl dragons can talk?”

I have no idea where she heard that. That’s not remotely true. From a certain, bioessentialist perspective, we’re probably all girl dragons (except we’ve got the genders, if Joel and I are indications), and I’m the only one I know that can imitate words, so far. And I can’t even reliably imitate the ones I want when I’m flustered.

But I can talk with AAC, if I have that. Which I don’t.

I turn my head the other way, and tilt it to the side, as an inquisitive expression about her statement, but that also fortuitously causes my radio tag to swing from its piercing through my horn.

“Land’s end!” Ginnie exclaims, stepping down from the camper. “Who did that to you? Why –” and as she gets closer to me she apparently gets a better look at me, because she exclaims, “Oh! It’s you!” She points at me and turns to her husband, “Harold, that’s Meghan! From Fairport! We’ve only been staring at her photos all day! She’s talked to the Mayor!” Turning back to me, she demands, “What in Heaven’s name are you doing all the way out here?”

How the heck do I answer that? The best phrase I can come up with, pieced together in two different voices, one of an AI generated posh British lady that I consider my voice now, and the other being Caleb, with enough of a pause between the two words to make it more confusing, is, “No. Shit.”

Then, to emphasize what I care about, I use my left wing claw to scratch at the radio tag in hopefully obvious irritation and impatience.

“Hold on,” Harold says. “I’ll get that off of you. That’s not standard, in any case.” His gruff, nasally voice fades and is interrupted by heavier breathing as he climbs back into the camper, but he keeps talking, “I wager the government did that to you, didn’t they? That’s no Green Peace collar or whatever. And drilling through your horn like that. That’s not ecological. Can’t have that. I think we can patch that with Bondo, which I definitely have!”

Ginnie smiles as he’s doing this.

—

The man has industrial grade bolt cutters, Bondo, and a metal grout spatula in that camper.

And they agree to let me sleep on the roof.

They also offer me food that I don’t need to eat.

And then, as I’m having trouble falling asleep, I overhear them arguing with each other about both Presidential Candidates and how they did during the debate, and how they won’t vote for either of them, and I feel conflicted.

Not that I blame anybody for being jaded and cynical about both parties. Just that, in this case, the debate was about the issue of us dragons, and the Candidates came down squarely on either side of it. And I don’t like what Harold and Ginnie’s argument implied about what they think should be done with me.

They’ve treated me with more hospitality than I expected from anybody. Once the gun was put away.

But, at the same time, they’ve forgotten that I’m legally a citizen, and they don’t seem to care about whatever my rights are.

They talk about us dragons like we’re animals that need to be respected and protected, but also not exactly people.

It’s unsettling.

At home, in and around my coffee shop, I’m a person. Because I’m a person.

These two may be from Fairport, or the neighboring city of Jam, and I’m wagering they’re either basic boomer liberals or recently-ex-conservatives, but they’re not my people.

—

I’m awoken in twilight by the whining scream and shuddering thud of that fucking helicopter flying overhead, and I don’t feel all that loyal to Harold and Ginny such that I want to bother saying goodbye in a way that I can’t even articulate.

I’m pretty sure the camper rocks and shakes as I leap off of it to take to the air after that chopper.

It’s fast, and I’m not as fast, but I can definitely follow it. And I know it’s gotta be landing for more than a few minutes temporarily, because it’s headed right back out where I came from, and it’s not circling me.

It’s not tracking me, especially as I dropped the tracker into the lake. It’s probably got another Fairport dragon tucked away in its hold, tranqued and tagged, and headed for release into the wild. Such as the wild exists anymore.

Getting any kind of altitude without the sun up is such a drag and a chore. But I’ve got a gizzard working on an owl now, which it’s been doing all night, and I don’t feel all that weak and hungry. A little sluggish, at first, but my body gets the idea as I push it.

I end up having to weave between mountains for a bit, before I’m high enough to go over the passes, and then the peaks. And I almost lose track of the helicopter.

But once I’m high enough, its running lights catch my eyes and I zero in on it.

In the light of the rising sun, it’s setting down on the same mountain where it deposited me the night before. They doubtlessly know I’m not there anymore, and have decided it’s the easiest place for them to land.

And as I work my way closer and closer, I can see them, in the distance, dragging a large bundle from inside the machine as its blades are winding down to a slow spin and then stop.

I’m right.

They’re disposing of another dragon.

It’s literally legally kidnapping. They are choosing kidnapping over murder, for some reason, maybe because they think they can get away with it. But it is kidnapping.

And I wonder if the tracking is to make it look more legitimate somehow. But also, it’s definitely to know where we are and to make sure we’re still out here for as long as the trackers work.

My long range eyesight is really sharp, but even now I can’t really make out the details of who they’ve got trussed up. But I’m convinced I’m seeing Joel. A.K.A. Whitman. My nemesis. Whom I have a truce with, and to whom I conceded two thirds of my territory back home.

If it is indeed Thursday morning, as I believe was confirmed by an offhand comment by Ginnie last night, then Joel has had that territory for two whole days. And now he’s going to be stuck out here, with me.

I’m more angry for him than worried about what he thinks of me right now. And I decide right there and then that I’m not letting the chopper take to the air. I’m going to render it unflightworthy.

Because if I let that thing go back to Fairport, it’s just going to come out here with another dragon, and another, and another, and another, tearing people like me away from their homes and their families. And not only is that not right, but it’s undoing all the work I’ve spent the last week building myself.

Joel and I could be networking with other dragons online right now, developing stronger truces and agreements, and coordinating to turn around and help our humans achieve what they want to achieve, whatever that might be, somehow.

But no, we’ve got some trumped up, pseudo-liberal, eco-performative land owning billionaire Daniel Säure, I think, using one of his companies to “humanely” purge Independant County of its dragons.

And if I let them take another dragon, it might be Astraia, who can’t fly. Getting her back home will be hard.

I’m idly wondering how they plan on attaching Joel’s radio tag to him as I dive toward the helicopter. I should probably be thinking about how I’m going to disable the machine, but I think I’m going to start by relying on my fire.

After hitting Joel with it twice, I think I’ve stopped using it directly on living beings. Even though I have to wait quite a while before I can use it again. It’s my wave motion gun. I have to be careful and responsible with it, lest I do the unconscionable or also leave myself too vulnerable.

It’s a terrible burden. A terrible napalm burden.

It’s not like I’m actually as powerful as Godzilla, or anything like that. These things scale both up and down.

Down, mostly, in my case.

But I’m thinking that the complex workings of the swash plate and nearby air intakes are vulnerable to liquid fire. So, if I can belch up a whole stream of it to all land right there, that should make it unsafe or even impossible for the machine to take off.

The trick is to pull up fast enough to prevent myself from slamming into the helicopter myself.

Which.

Nope.

I was thinking too much about Joel’s radio tracker to time it right, and the morning air is still too cold to provide a useful thermal on the shadowy side of the mountain.

I at least manage to extend my feet and swerve enough to make a humorous attempt at landing on a rotor blade. Which is a great way to disable a helicopter!

Rifles get fired in my direction as I crash to the ground clutching my groaning and shrieking helicopter part, but the tranq darts hit the chopper and shatter instead. Fired in desperation, they went wide, or flew through a spot I’d already left.

I pull my wings in tight and hit the ground, rolling like a tipped cow and letting go of my newest prized possession. My tail whips and lashes, and I’m climbing to my feet injured far, far less than I expected to be.

Joel did something like this when he crashed through the brick outer wall of my apartment to attack me a week and a half ago.

We dragons are not quite normal. It’s like we operate by movie physics or something.

We’re still fairly vulnerable to each other, though. I have stitches from when a dragon I nicknamed Waits scraped my left shoulder mid flight with their beak. And Joel has burns along his back and all over his mouth and face from the two times when he got too close to my biggest front hole.

A dragon named Astraia has some really gnarly gashes on her shoulders from a dragon I nicknamed Loreena, and I haven’t seen Loreena yet, but I’m sure they’re hurting pretty bad, too.

We can also be pierced by tranq darts, and I’m guessing that bullets penetrate our hides pretty readily, too. Traditionally, mythologically, most dragons don’t do all that well against pointy things.

But, blunt impact? It definitely hurt a bit and rattled me, but I feel like a Super Ball. I’ve bounced right back up, growling.

Humans scatter, but the other dragon remains limp. It’s Joel all right. He’s probably still very drugged.

He doesn’t look quite as burned as I expected.

I’ll consider that later.

Glancing around, I take stock.

There’s a definite high ground and low ground here, a slope to the mountain with the helicopter parked on the most level place, and very sparse trees. But there’s no apparent military training nor space monk here to take advantage of the terrain. These people are truly panicked and scattered. Probably also despairing over their maimed whirly bird.

Guessing the dart rifles have to be loaded again before firing, I galumph a bit like a giant ferret over to Joel and grab the webbing that binds him and tear at it with claws and teeth as I barrel over him and tumble and roll and bound back up to run further away before turning around.

Mostly, I jostle him enough that he stirs.

My next move is to pick an agent that looks like they’re about to pull their gun up and fire at me, and charge them.

The way they panic just before I lock eye contact with them makes me think they’ve been warned about that, but that panic doesn’t save them from getting transfixed and then tackled.

Other guns fire.

My personal challenge is to not tear this person’s throat out and just keep running over them without puncturing them, either. I don’t think I’ve been hit by anything, but the possibility of it has me anxious enough that I’m having an even harder time reigning in my violent impulses.

If this was winter, I could probably look back and see blood in the snow, but I’m pretty sure I didn’t do anything immediately lethal.

I turn and wheel at the others as they fumble to reload weapons, and I start to growl my challenge cry. I’ve already picked my next target.

That target freaks out so much that they drop their gun by accident, reaching after it briefly with both hands, but looking up at me to make sure I’m not about to eviscerate and eat them.

My low, infrasonic rumble rises steadily in pitch, hitting weird harmonics in things like rocks and bones that causes pebbles to vibrate and humans to blanche. And then, just as it can be heard, instead of continuing to my usual morning routine, I cut it off with a spoken word, “Stop.”

Everyone freezes.

It’s so gratifying to have their attention like this.

I stomp my foot, taking a step forward, and glance to the North. I know there’s a trail that way, because I saw it from the air. It might take them a couple of days to hike out of here, but if they can find water, they should be fine.

“Go,” I say. I wish I could make it forceful, but I only learned how to say it like an emotionless computer illegally imitating Angelina Joli’s voice.

It is enough, however.

These “Wildlife Management” agents are clearly rattled by their helicopter being disabled by a plummeting fire breathing dragon who can endure a crash landing, dodge their darts, and talk, while also worrying the half trussed other dragon that they’d kidnapped who is now stirring. Being armed with rifles that need to be reloaded isn’t helping the situation. They weren’t equipped for my attack.

There are seven humans standing, and one bleeding one being helped to their feet. I watch carefully, tense, twitchy, as they collect themselves and move off in the direction I’d indicated. Still carrying their guns.

“Stop,” I say. “No. Okay.” That was uncharacteristically cogent of me. But how do I tell them to drop their weapons?

They’re watching me.

Ah, there’s two guns on the ground, dropped by the person I attacked and the one I threatened. I go over to one, pick it up and then drop it, looking at them as meaningfully as I can.

The two remaining armed individuals drop their guns, too, and back off.

“Peace,” I say. Then, “Go.”

They go.

While waiting for Joel to rouse himself, I gather the guns one by one, picking them up in my mouth, and delivering them to the burning helicopter, heaping them just inside the open sliding side hatch.

The agents can dare to come back to their chopper once we’ve left. I don’t care.

I do also quickly search the interior of the helicopter for anything like a phone or a tablet I could commandeer for my own purposes, but it’s as futile an effort as I suspected it would be. I just have to try in order to know I haven’t passed up the chance. I pause at the radio, wondering if I could use it to contact anyone meaningful to me, but I can’t think of how.

Besides, if we can get Joel some food, we can probably both fly out of here just fine. I think. I found and got to Ross lake in less than a day. We can follow a road out, or the river, if Joel can’t make it over the mountains like I can.

I decide to leave the radio and battery functional, so that the people I’m going to leave stranded here can call for help. It’s probably a bad idea, because they could also let whomever is in charge of them know that I’ve freed Joel and am on the rampage. But, while they might not have ethics that I like, I do. I really do. I’m trying to, at least.

But I fucking wreck everything else I can about the chopper, even slashing its tires. In the process, I learn just what I can bite through with my jaws. It’s pretty impressive.

When I’m done, there are no rotor blades left operable and any cable I can reach is severed. Panels and bits are strewn all over the mountain side.

[dc-sideblog]

No Capes AU

Bruce: Dr. Bruce Wayne is a beloved Gotham philanthropist, majority shareholder of Wayne Enterprises, and the sharpest man you'll ever meet. Everything he does is to protect Gotham and honor his parents' legacy. He's had a long string of romances that always seemed like they were going somewhere but never made it to the altar

Dick: Dick Grayson was a circus acrobat whose parents were killed by the mob when he was ten. He was then taken in and adopted by Bruce Wayne. He was an angry kid for a while, became a cop when he grew up and tried to change the system from the inside before Blüdhaven chewed him up and spit him out. He quit the force after the ordeal with Blockbuster and now he's an Olympic athlete/children's gymnastics coach

Jason: same origin as in canon but they just called the police on Ma Gunn. Jason was a happy kid! He graduated with honors and got a degree in nonprofit management. He runs a universal basic income project in Crime Alley and a harm reduction drug center

Cass: instead of the whole child assassin thing, Cass was one of those feral children found living alone in the wilderness at age seventeen. She never meets a magic man who rewires her brain to understand language this time. Cass uses an AAC program on a tablet to communicate. After five years in Gotham, settling in and taking lessons, she successfully auditions for the Gotham City Ballet. She goes on to become the prima ballerina

Tim: Tim was always that kid kinda on the fringes of the Wayne family's circle but then both his parents were tragically killed on a cruise, so Bruce offered to take him in. He knows the kid, after all. Tim goes to summer camp every year and has a tight knit group of friends from it. He graduates school like a normal person while also taking online college classes at night so that he can have a double graduation ceremony, not like a normal person. Eighteen year old CEO of Wayne Enterprises (Drake Industries is now a subsidiary)

Steph: Cass and Tim's bestie! She had a part time gig as the pianist for Cass's first ballet class and that's how they all met. Inseparable now. Steph was working her way through med school. Doc Thompkins is training her to take over the clinic one day when she retires. She did singlehandedly put her father in prison for life by proving he committed his crimes

Duke: lost his parents in a random mugging that Bruce witnessed. He obviously had to take the poor kid in, how could he not? Duke is a good kid, aspiring writer, still in high school but thinking about joining Jason's nonprofit. He gets fav sibling rights

Damian: Damian grew up incredibly privileged and sheltered until he was ten, as the only son and heir apparent of Dr. Talia Head and her many businesses. Bruce was SHOCKED to learn his ex wife lied about losing the baby. Who could've predicted that she would do that given the everything that went down. Anyway Damian acts like a little prince and is prickly and superior at first, but he's got a big heart and he's mellowing out

[littlelife-bigdreams]

Welcome to my blog :]

Good morning, afternoon, evening, or night! I'm Luca, otherwise known as Mr. Tomlinson, or "the librarian." Here are a few things you should know before interacting:

I am autistic! It's difficult enough for me to interpret tone in real life, so it would really mean a lot to me if tone tags were used for clarification :] I'm also semi-verbal, so if you have questions about that, feel free to ask!

I don't appreciate unkind attitudes or actions, so please be considerate and respectful when messaging or replying to me. This blog is not a place for hate.

If you have any questions about the library, ask them! I love my books just as much as I love talking about them.

I'm not as open around the kids about this, but I'm gay and happy with it! I'm not looking for a parter at the moment, though, so keep your virtual legs closed or I'm launching you off the face of the planet.

I have a condition known as Functional Neurological Disorder. It does what it says on the tin--there's a disorder with my neurological functions. It may be a point of contention within the healthcare industry, but it's very real and affects me daily. I'm more than glad to answer any questions about that as well, because Lord knows how many of my kids ask me about my crutches whenever I need them, lol.

OOC: Admin here! Hello! I'm Mitch, and Luca Tomlinson is my OC. Currently, he's in the FNaF Movie universe, alongside my friends' OC's, aptly titled The Fan-Fazgang.

Luca is 24 and a moderate-needs autistic. He's semi-verbal, and uses AAC and limited sign-language to communicate, unless he's comfortable enough to speak or deems it necessary for the situation he's in. He rarely masks, and because of this, the library is his dream job. A quiet environment, tons and tons of books, and easy, repetitive tasks that he loses himself in make him feel right at home. He got the job as a shot in the dark, as the previous librarian was retiring due to age, and Luca needed some form of income after moving back in with his mother, who herself was struggling.

Lo and behold, he got the job, and the town loves him! He mostly works with the schools in the area, as none of them have their own libraries, so his regulars tend to be children between the ages of 5 and 12. Due to trauma, he tries to keep himself scarce if any teenagers happen to stop by, but they've gotten nicer over the years. The kids are his favorite, though. They think Mr. Tomlinson is the coolest guy on the planet! At first, the parents thought he was an asshole (resting bitch face, thanks autism), but they immediately fell in love with him too after just a few visits.

Luca loves being a role model for the various disabled kids he sees throughout the day. Autistic kids, kids in wheelchairs, kids with crutches, ADHD kids--he loves teaching them and their parents about what it means to be disabled, and how it should be embraced. He's even made a little shelf where educational books about disabilities are stored, just in case someone wants to learn something new.

Deep down, Luca's biggest dream is to have a child of his own, someone he can love and support to help them become the best version of themself that they can be. Being the town's librarian is the closest thing he's got so far, and he can't help but flap his hands when he thinks about how exciting his future's going to be.

Luca loves life, and you should, too.

(Admin is 17, uses he/they/it, and lives in EST. Asks are open!)

[female-malice]

@ British Columbians!!!

The Ministry of Forests is accepting comments on the Kootenay Lake Timber Supply Area Review until July 4th. Click here to write your comments to:

Ian Wiles, Stewardship Officer, Selkirk Resource District (Ian.Wiles@gov.bc.ca)

Shane Berg, Chief Forester (Shane.Berg@gov.bc.ca)

Honourable Bruce Ralston, Minister of Forests (FOR.Minister@gov.bc.ca)

Forest Analysis and Inventory Branch, Victoria (Forests.ForestAnalysisBranchOffice@gov.bc.ca)

Add your location after your name, so they know that you’re local to the area.

Key issues to consider to write your comments

The most important message is that cut levels must be radically reduced to reflect the on-the-ground reality of our forests, the priorities of local communities and Indigenous Nations, and the health of our ecosystems.

Old Growth

The province must stop using an oldest-first harvest strategy in the Timber Supply Review Process. We should be protecting our old growth, not targeting these stands for logging. In many parts of the Kootenay Lake TSA, less than 10% of the old growth forests are still standing. It’s time to stop logging old growth and to calculate the Annual Allowable Cut with the assumption that no more old growth will be cut.

The Annual Allowable Cut is based on the Timber Harvesting Land Base (the area of forest that is theoretically available for logging over time). Even though BC has deferred logging on 62,055 hectares of old growth forest in the Kootenay Lake Timber Supply Area, they still are including many of these areas in the Timber Harvesting Land Base, meaning other areas suffer even more logging because the calculations are based on forests that aren’t really available for logging. The chief forester has to adjust the AAC to account for the areas set aside for old growth.

Seventy-eight percent of designated Old Growth Management Areas (another designation meant to protect old growth) over two hectares in size in the Kootenay Lake TSR are actually in sub-alpine areas that cannot be logged anyways. Old Growth Management Areas should be designated where old growth can actually be protected from logging. Pretending to protect something that was never threatened by logging just inflates the numbers.

Protect Our Water

The current and projected AAC relies on harvesting community watersheds. Thirty percent of the Timber Harvesting Land Base is in community watersheds. We need a precautionary approach that excludes community watersheds from the Timber Harvesting Land Base. We have to protect our drinking water. Industrial logging in watersheds sends sediment downstream into our drinking water, reducing water quality. Logging large swaths of mature forest in watersheds also makes floods in our communities more likely. Recent literature suggests that after 30% of a watershed is logged, what used to be a once-in-a-century flood comes around every 15 years.

Climate Change Realism

We know that climate change will result in more fires and flooding, increased regeneration delays, more extreme weather, and more beetle outbreaks. That means less wood available. The Ministry says that we can’t forecast the exact quantitative effects of climate change, so they pretend those effects don’t exist. The Ministry must reduce cut levels to a precautionary level to account for climate change.

Look Forwards, Not Backwards In The TSR

The TSR process has to look forward and integrate reasonable assumptions about our future and on-the-ground realities into models used to calculate the Annual Allowable Cut. That means not only that old growth deferrals and community watersheds need to be taken out of the Timber Harvesting Land Base, but also that government commitments to shifting away from clearcut logging, improving forestry practices on the ground and ecosystem needs all must be incorporated into the model.

Thanks for speaking up!

[trans-axolotl]

3, 10, 15, and 16 ?

3. what, if any, disability aids do you use? (mobility aids, sensory aids, braces, communicative devices, IVs, etc. meds also count here). do you customize them/their containers/outsides?

Lots and lots! I use knee braces (they are hot pink & match my hair and I love them). I used to use forearm crutches, and might get a cane soon. I've had NG tubes before, and rely on supplemental oral nutrition rn. I use an AAC app for psychosis but I'm not a regular AAC user outside of that. Might not traditionally be considered aids, but things like mad mapping + my harm reduction supply toolkit with my sharps bin, safer supplies, stuff like that. I love customizing things-I'm a big fan of bright colors, stickers, sewing, diy, so almost everything I own has been customized in some way. I think I've posted photos of how i decorated my crutches, IV pole, and sharps container with stickers before.

10. already answered :)

15. what does disability pride mean to you?

disability pride means protest to me!!! for me pride is always going to be a protest and a lot of what I have learned about celebrating myself as a disabled person has come from the legacies of disabled people fighting back against a world that doesn't want us to exist. Disability pride means that I have the right to exist with everything that means for me, and that I don't need to love or be happy about every part of my experiences, but that I will fight for the right to have those be mine. disability pride means access intimacy and interdependence and disabled community where we can share that rage together and love the ways we exist together. Disability pride also means making room to honor my grief, and remembering everyone I've lost-their memories will always be present in my disabled community and I want to celebrate their lives and mourn together with my loved ones.

16. free space to talk about whatever disability issue or experience you want !

Ooh! I've been in a mood the past couple days to talk about intersex stuff. So will just mention again today that I personally view my intersex variation as both a queer identity and as a disability-I think that the social model of disability becomes very relevant when we look at the way intersex people are treated, our relationship with the medical industrial complex, and the way that intersex people are made disabled within it. I think that intersexism is rooted in ableism and that intersex liberation must be based on solidarity with the disability justice movement. I don't think that individual intersex people need to see their intersex variations as disabilities but I'm really drawn to how Dr Celeste Orr discusses intersex and/as/is/with disability in Cripping Intersex. and especially for my specific intersex variation, which depending on the subtype that you have, can require lifelong glucocorticoid therapy, can be the subtype with EDS, can have salt wasting crises, etc, it's clear why we might understand ourselves as disabled and chronically ill people. And at the same time, being intersex will always be queer to me, because we belong in LGBTQIA community and i want to honor how my intersex traits exist beautifully outside of the sex binary!

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Awards and Accolades: Our dedication to excellence has earned us numerous prestigious

awards, including the "Most Promising Brand Award 2019" for building materials by the Global

Real Estate Congress, "Most Preferred Brand 2018" for blocks/bricks by ET Now, and

nominations such as "Start-up of the Year 2015" by Forbes and "Entrepreneur of the Year 2015"

by Tiecon.

Championing Innovation: Magicrete's recent victory in the Global Housing Technology

Challenge, organized by the Ministry of Housing & Urban Affairs, speaks volumes about our

commitment to innovation. We successfully constructed 1000 houses in Ranchi within a year

using our groundbreaking 3D Modular Technology.

Driving the 'Housing for All' Mission: As we forge ahead, Magicrete is proud to play a pivotal

role in advancing the 'Housing for All' initiative. Our products are now integral to affordable housing projects nationwide, promising a brighter future for urban and rural homeowners in

India.

Discover the Magicrete advantage today and be a part of the revolution shaping the

construction's future.

For more information, visit our website or contact us at info@magicrete.in

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Elevate Your Projects with Our AAC Block Plant Solutions: Trusted Suppliers at Your Service

In the dynamic realm of construction, innovation is the cornerstone of progress. As the demand for sustainable building materials continues to rise, AAC (Autoclaved Aerated Concrete) has emerged as a game-changer, offering a greener and more efficient alternative to traditional construction materials. If you're ready to elevate your projects to new heights, our AAC Block Plant Solutions are here to meet your needs, provided by trusted suppliers committed to excellence.

The Rise of AAC in Construction Trends

In recent years, AAC has gained prominence in the construction industry for its eco-friendly nature and superior performance. This lightweight yet sturdy material is produced through a unique process that involves the introduction of air bubbles into a concrete mixture, resulting in a versatile and highly insulating building block. Here's a look at some of the latest trends in AAC construction that our suppliers are harnessing to transform the industry:

Sustainability Matters: With environmental concerns at the forefront of construction trends, AAC stands out as a sustainable option. Our suppliers are dedicated to providing AAC Block Plant Solutions that contribute to reduced carbon footprints and efficient resource utilization, aligning with the growing emphasis on eco-friendly building practices.

Energy Efficiency: AAC's excellent thermal insulation properties make it a preferred choice for energy-efficient buildings. By choosing our AAC Block Plant Solutions, you not only benefit from the material's inherent energy-saving characteristics but also align your projects with the increasing demand for sustainable and energy-efficient structures.

Versatility in Design: Creativity knows no bounds, and neither should your construction projects. Our trusted suppliers offer AAC Block Plant Solutions that cater to the growing demand for versatile design options. Whether it's intricate architectural details or modern minimalist designs, AAC allows for flexibility without compromising structural integrity.

Speedy Construction: Time is money in the construction industry, and our AAC Block Plant Solutions recognize the need for efficient project timelines. AAC blocks are known for their lightweight nature, making them easier to handle and speeding up the construction process. With our suppliers, expect timely deliveries and streamlined project schedules.

Strength and Durability: Beyond its lightweight properties, AAC is celebrated for its strength and durability. As construction trends lean towards long-lasting structures, our suppliers ensure that the AAC Block Plant Solutions deliver on the promise of robustness. Your projects deserve a foundation that withstands the test of time, and AAC is the answer.

Why Choose Our Trusted Suppliers?

Proven Expertise: Our suppliers boast a wealth of experience in the AAC industry, backed by a track record of successful projects. You can trust their expertise to guide you through the process, from selecting the right AAC blocks to optimizing production in your construction projects.

Cutting-Edge Technology: Staying ahead of the curve is crucial in the ever-evolving construction landscape. Our suppliers invest in cutting-edge technology to ensure that their AAC Block Plant Solutions are at the forefront of innovation, incorporating the latest advancements for optimal efficiency and performance.

Quality Assurance: Quality is non-negotiable when it comes to construction materials. Our trusted suppliers adhere to stringent quality control measures throughout the production process, guaranteeing that the AAC blocks you receive meet and exceed industry standards. Elevate your projects with the confidence that comes from reliable and high-quality materials.

Customized Solutions: Every construction project is unique, and our suppliers understand the importance of tailored solutions. Whether you're working on a residential development, commercial building, or infrastructure project, our AAC Block Plant Solutions can be customized to meet your specific requirements.

Conclusion: Building Tomorrow, Today

In a world where sustainable construction is no longer a choice but a responsibility, our AAC Block Plant Solutions, offered by trusted suppliers, pave the way for a greener and more efficient future. Elevate your projects with materials that not only meet but exceed industry standards, ensuring a legacy of durability, energy efficiency, and innovation. Choose our trusted suppliers and embrace the future of construction with confidence.

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Concrete Blocks - Manufacturing, Classification & Uses

     Concrete blocks are nowadays replacing bricks in masonry construction, notably in many multi-storeyed buildings. They are available in three types namely solid, hollow and cellular, widely used for the construction of filler walls and boundary walls in RC framework.

Concrete blocks are usually made in large sizes to make blockwork faster and consume less cement in joints than the brickwork. If the percentage of the voids is more than 25%, then they are hollow blocks and blocks with voids less than 25% are only perforated blocks.

The cellular concrete blocks are generally referred to as lightweight aerated concrete blocks. All these blocks are extensively used for compound walls and non-loadbearing walls.

Hollow blocks are specially made for loadbearing walls, which are useful in reducing a dead load of masonry in buildings. Blocks can also be with cement and sand called cement-sand blocks or with cement and soil called soil-cement blocks which are of low strength and use for low-cost construction.

Manufacturing of Concrete Blocks

    BIS recommends a fineness modulus of the combined aggregate between 3.6 to 4 and coarse aggregates used are of size 6 to 12 mm. Lean mixes up to 1:8 are generally used. Concrete mix for concrete blocks should not be richer than one part of the cement to six parts of the volume of combined aggregate.

Concrete blocks can be handmade and also machine-made. The cast block is then cured in a water tank or yard for at least 14 days (water need to be changed at least every 4 days).

After curing, the blocks are dried for 4 weeks before being used in masonry construction. They should be stacked with voids in the horizontal direction to facilitate easy drying, or they should be steam cured and dried.

The whole process allows the complete shrinkage of the block to take place they are laid on the wall, which is very important for strong walls.

Classification of Concrete Blocks

Hollow concrete blocks

     Open and Closed cavity-type hollow concrete blocks are classified into three grades:

Grade A - They possess a minimum density of 1500 kg/m³ and are used for load-bearing walls.

Grade B - They have a density below 1500 kg/m¬³ and used for load-bearing walls.

Grade C - These blocks are used for non-load bearing walls and have density more than 1000 kg/m³.

All these blocks are available in decorative facings like fluted facing to provide artistic effects.

Solid concrete blocks

     They should be manufactured for specific concrete strength of 4.0 and 5.0 N/mm² in 28 days. These blocks are used as load-bearing walls and have a density of not less than 1800 kg/m³.

Paver blocks

     These blocks are solid concrete blocks of different shapes specially made for exterior ground paving on sidewalks, parking lots, driveways, petrol pumps, industrial floors, etc.

AAC Blocks

     AAC blocks refer as Autoclaved Aerated Concrete Blocks. These blocks are also termed as light-weight hollow blocks.

They are prepared as solid blocks from cement, water and materials like ground sand, pulverized fly ash together with additives to aerate and stabilize the air bubbles.

The final result is a mixture of thick liquid which is then poured into steel moulds to form large cakes. After some time, the mixture sets and ready to cut into a serious of individual blocks of required size using taut steel wires.

Very light blocks for partition and moderate-weight blocks for light loadbearing walls can be obtained from aac blocks. These blocks do not shrink on drying as the material is obtained by autoclaving.

The autoclaved cement product is crystalline, which is different from the product obtained by normal wet curing or by ordinary steam curing.

Sizes and Tolerances

The nominal dimensions of concrete block as per BIS are as follows:

 Length - 600, 500, 450 or 400 mm

 Height - 100 or 200 mm

 Width - 50, 75, 100, 150, 200, 250 or 300 mm

Actual sizes will be less than 10 mm of mortar thickness. For Concrete and Hollow concrete blocks nominal length 390 mm and height 190 mm. The thickness for loadbearing walls is 190 mm, compound walls 140 mm and for filler walls 90 mm.

These dimensions can easily be achieved in machine-made blocks than handmade blocks. The width of blocks use for load-bearing walls is 200 mm and for parapet or filler walls is 100 mm.

Points to Remember:

The mortar strength should not be more than the strength of the blocks. With high mortar strength, cracks will be less and very large, but with low mortar strength, cracks will be small and distributed.

 We should use only blocks that are cured properly for at least 14 days and dried for 4 weeks to avoid shrinkage during construction.

 We should not wet the blocks while placing in masonry construction.

 Freshly-made and uncured concrete blocks should never be allowed on the work.

 Blockwork, particularly ordinary cement sand blocks and soil-cement blocks should not be used as loadbearing walls for concrete slab roof which favours to expand and contract with temperature.

 The maximum difference in sizes allowed is ±5 mm in length and ±3 mm in height and width.

 They should be protected from rains while being stored as they absorb moisture by wetting and shrinking on drying.

     The main disadvantage of concrete blocks is shrinkage due to the movement of moisture content which is not present in bricks. As these blocks are much larger than bricks, any foundation movement will cause blockwork to crack more than the brickwork.

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In the realm of modern construction, innovative building materials have revolutionized the way we construct sustainable and energy-efficient structures. One such groundbreaking material is Autoclaved Aerated Concrete (AAC) blocks. AAC blocks have garnered significant attention and adoption in recent years due to their remarkable properties and environmental benefits. This blog aims to delve into the world of AAC blocks, exploring their composition, advantages, and the positive impact they have on the construction industry and the environment.

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AEM aaCS aka Adobe Experience Manager as a Cloud Service

As the industry standard for digital experience management, Adobe Experience Manager is now being improved upon. Finally, Adobe is transferring Adobe Experience Manager (AEM), its final on-premises product, to the cloud.

AEM aaCS is a modern, cloud-native application that accelerates the delivery of omnichannel application.

The AEM Cloud Service introduces the next generation of the AEM product line, moving away from versioned releases like AEM 6.4, AEM 6.5, etc. to a continuous release with less versioning called "AEM as a Cloud Service."

AEM Cloud Service adopts all benefits of modern cloud based services:

Availability

The ability for all services to be always on, ensuring that our clients do not suffer any downtime, is one of the major advantages of switching to AEM Cloud Service. In the past, there was a requirement to regularly halt the service for various maintenance operations, including updates, patches, upgrades, and certain standard maintenance activities, notably on the author side.

Scalability

The AEM Cloud Service's instances are all generated with the same default size. AEM Cloud Service is built on an orchestration engine (Kubernetes) that dynamically scales up and down in accordance with the demands of our clients without requiring their involvement. both horizontally and vertically. Based on, scaling can be done manually or automatically.

Updated Code Base

This might be the most beneficial and much anticipated function that AEM Cloud Service offers to consumers. With the AEM Cloud Service, Adobe will handle upgrading all instances to the most recent code base. No downtime will be experienced throughout the update process.

Self Evolving

Continually improving and learning from the projects our clients deploy, AEM Cloud Service. We regularly examine and validate content, code, and settings against best practices to help our clients understand how to accomplish their business objectives. AEM cloud solution components that include health checks enable them to self-heal.

AEM as a Cloud Service: Changes and Challenges

When you begin your work, you will notice a lot of changes in the aem cloud jar. Here are a few significant changes that might have an effect on how we now operate with aem:-

1)The significant exhibition bottleneck that the greater part of huge endeavor DAM clients are confronting is mass transferring of resource on creator example and afterward DAM Update work process debase execution of entire creator occurrence. To determine this AEM Cloud administration brings Resource Microservices for serverless resource handling controlled by Adobe I/O. Presently when creator transfers any resource it will go straightforwardly to cloud paired capacity then adobe I/O is set off which will deal with additional handling by utilizing versions and different properties that has been designed.

2)Due to Adobe's complete management of AEM cloud service, developers and operations personnel may not be able to directly access logs. As of right now, the only way I know of to request access, error, dispatcher, and other logs will be via a cloud manager download link.

3)The only way for AEM Leads to deploy is through cloud manager, which is subject to stringent CI/CD pipeline quality checks. At this point, you should concentrate on test-driven development with greater than 50% test coverage. Go to https://docs.adobe.com/content/help/en/experience-manager-cloud-manager/using/how-to-use/understand-your-test-results.html for additional information.

4)AEM as a cloud service does not currently support AEM screens or AEM Adaptive forms.

5)Continuous updates will be pushed to the cloud-based AEM Base line image to support version-less solutions. Consequently, any Asset UI console or libs granite customizations: Up until AEM 6.5, the internal node, which could be used as a workaround to meet customer requirements, is no longer possible because it will be replaced with each base line image update.

6)Local sonar cannot use the code quality rules that are available in cloud manager before pushing to git. which I believe will result in increased development time and git commits. Once the development code is pushed to the git repository and the build is started, cloud manager will run sonar checks and tell you what's wrong. As a precaution, I recommend that you do not have any problems with the default rules in your local environment and that you continue to update the rules whenever you encounter them while pushing the code to cloud git.

AEM Cloud Service Does Not Support These Features

1.AEM Sites Commerce add-on 2.Screens add-on 3.Networks add-on 4.AEM Structures 5.Admittance to Exemplary UI. 6.Page Editor is in Developer Mode. 7./apps or /libs are ready-only in dev/stage/prod environment – changes need to come in via CI/CD pipeline that builds the code from the GIT repo. 8.OSGI bundles and settings: the dev, stage, and production environments do not support the web console.

If you encounter any difficulties or observe any issue , please let me know. It will be useful for AEM people group.

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How the AAC File Format Revolutionizes Modern Music Production

The digital music industry has transformed dramatically in recent years, driven by advancements in technology and evolving listener expectations. At the heart of this transformation is the use of efficient and high-quality audio file formats. The AAC file format (Advanced Audio Coding) has become a cornerstone of modern music production, offering better compression, superior sound quality, and enhanced compatibility across devices and platforms.

This article delves into how AAC stands out among audio formats, why it is essential for music production, and how it empowers musicians and producers to deliver exceptional auditory experiences to their audiences.

What is the AAC File Format?

The AAC file format is a digital audio encoding standard developed as a successor to MP3. While MP3 revolutionized how we share and consume music, its limitations in terms of sound quality and compression efficiency have been addressed by AAC.

AAC compresses audio files more efficiently, meaning it retains higher sound fidelity at lower file sizes. This makes it a preferred choice for streaming platforms, including Apple Music, Spotify, and YouTube, where the balance between sound quality and file size is critical.

Key Advantages of AAC for Music Production

1. Superior Sound Quality AAC delivers exceptional audio quality compared to MP3 at the same bitrate. This is particularly beneficial for producers and artists aiming to preserve the nuances and richness of their recordings without bloating file sizes. With AAC, your audience experiences your music the way it was intended to sound, whether through headphones, speakers, or streaming platforms.

2. Efficient Compression In today’s world, where streaming and downloading music dominate, file size matters. The AAC format compresses files efficiently, reducing storage needs without compromising on quality. This is ideal for artists working with platforms that prioritize high-quality streaming, such as Apple Music.

3. Broad Compatibility AAC is supported by a wide range of devices and platforms, including iOS, Android, macOS, Windows, and more. This broad compatibility ensures that your music reaches the maximum number of listeners without technical barriers.

4. Ideal for Streaming Platforms With its efficient compression and high-quality output, AAC is the default format for many major streaming services. Apple Music, in particular, heavily relies on AAC for its unmatched sound clarity. Leveraging these Apple Music benefits can amplify your audience reach and elevate your music's professional appeal.

The Role of AAC in Enhancing Listener Experience

In a competitive industry, capturing listener attention is key. The AAC format ensures that your music is delivered in pristine quality, regardless of how it is consumed. High-quality audio creates an immersive experience, allowing listeners to connect with the emotions and intricacies of your tracks.

For musicians exploring new tools to optimize production, pairing AAC with accurate windows sound file extensions ensures seamless playback across multiple operating systems. This integration eliminates the risk of compatibility issues and enhances the overall listening experience.

Technical Precision and Quality Control

Modern music production involves not just creativity but also technical precision. Tools such as a music checker are invaluable in ensuring your AAC files meet professional standards. These tools help identify issues like encoding errors or metadata mismatches that could compromise playback quality.

Additionally, understanding the relationship between AAC and other formats allows producers to make informed choices for specific projects. For instance, while AAC is excellent for distribution and streaming, uncompressed formats like WAV may still be used during the recording and mixing stages.

Integrating AAC with Your Songwriting Process

Producing great music isn’t just about the technicalities—it’s about creating songs that resonate. While AAC ensures your music sounds impeccable, the lyrical composition forms its emotional core. Crafting memorable chorus words can make your songs unforgettable, keeping listeners engaged and encouraging repeat plays.

For example, a powerful chorus paired with pristine AAC quality creates a holistic experience that captures both the heart and the ears of your audience.

Reaching Global Audiences with AAC and Apple Music

In the digital age, reaching a global audience is easier than ever. By choosing the AAC format, artists ensure their music is optimized for streaming platforms like Apple Music, which prioritize sound quality. Understanding the apple music benefits—such as global distribution, curated playlists, and a massive subscriber base—can help artists maximize exposure.

Moreover, AAC’s compatibility with diverse platforms makes it easier to share music across multiple channels, from social media to professional streaming services.

Conclusion

The AAC file format has become a crucial tool for modern music production. With its superior sound quality, efficient compression, and broad compatibility, it addresses the challenges of today’s fast-paced music industry. Artists who adopt AAC not only deliver higher-quality music but also position themselves to succeed on global platforms like Apple Music.

By combining technical tools like AAC and music checkers with creative songwriting techniques—such as crafting compelling chorus words—you can create music that captivates listeners and stands out in the competitive market. Start leveraging the benefits of AAC today and ensure your music reaches its full potential!