#ARK data solutions

[johannepetereric]

"I found my grandfather's diary on Prison Island's data bank."

Eggman hands the laptop down to Sonic.

Chris reads it out, "I don't understand why things turned out this way," then the voice of Robotnik flows in like they're saying it together, "Was it a mistake to try and create the ultimate life form?"

Then we're in the flashback of the military storming the colony, only Robotnik's voice as the narrator, "They're afraid that they won't be able to control the ultimate life form. I hope my lab colleagues and my beloved grandchild Maria are safe," and the scientists have their hands up as they're being arrested.

GOOD DAD ROBOTNIK!?!?

We're in a lab where Robotnik is alone (probably the lab where Eggman first hacked into the diary). He continues, "They reported that ARK was shut down due to an accident." And we pan over to the right, where we have a verticial tube is some amorphical black smoke-liquid. "I found Maria's name in the list of victims. I've lost everything."

Then we're in his prison cell, where he for some reason has the computer, and he's drawing equations on the wall. "I no longer have anything. I can't think of anything...except revenge. It scares me." IT DOES!?!? "What's going through my mind?" And now he's penning equations on the wall, as if he is going insane, trying to find a solution to whatever is going on. "Somebody stop me!"

The animation as he "writes" is just the pencil going up and down like a see-saw, and the curves magically appear from there.

00:27:53

The earlier countdown.

We're back to our room in the colony, facing Amy and Tails and Knuckles, and it's back to Chris' voice reading, "Based on the original data, I've finally created Shadow. I completely control his memory," CONFIRMED!? AND SHADOW HEARS IT THIS TIME!! "I leave everything to Shadow."

And we're back to the beginning, Chris reading it out as Sonic holds the laptop. "Awaken him if you yearn for power," THAT'S WHAT EGGMAN WAS READING OUT FROM THE DIARY INSTRUCTIONS!!

Then a still image of the Earth from space, so much blue and cloud and white outline that it looks like a jewel orb. "If you yearn for despair to take over the world."

Then back to the 17-minute countdown, 40-something seconds, and speeding milliseconds as well.

Then Robotnik's video monologue to the public city big screen like the "You're next" MHA scene, "The program is irreversible."

-

Ok, I love this idea. Robotnik isn't neccesarily an evil guy like a typical villain is. He's morally questionable--why does he need an ultimate lifeform?--but is ultimately a loving person toward those close to him.

He only turned toward revenge because the government murdered everybody, especially his family. For all we know right now, Shadow could've continued to be a guardian figure for Maria (who I imagine would think of him like a big brother) and the endgoal could've been something neutral or positive.

Robotnik is a tragic figure; and like many antagonists, that grief drove him to--

At the 21-minute countdown mark, he confesses this to his prison/execution recording:

"You and Earth will die together. When the seven Chaos Emeralds are gathered together, my plan for revenge begins. This program is irreversible. You stupid humans took everything away from me. I'll make you feel the same despair that I felt."

[but-aint-this-texas]

To calculate how long it would take to download **ARK: Survival Evolved** (approximately 400 GB) using a dial-up connection, we need to consider the typical speed of dial-up internet and some basic math.

### Dial-Up Speed

- **Typical dial-up speed**: 56 kbps (kilobits per second), which is the theoretical maximum. Real-world speeds are often lower, around 40-50 kbps, but we'll use 56 kbps for simplicity.

- **Convert to bytes**: 56 kbps = 56,000 bits per second. Since 1 byte = 8 bits, this is 56,000 ÷ 8 = **7,000 bytes per second** (7 KB/s).

### File Size

- **ARK: Survival Evolved**: 400 GB = 400 × 1,000,000,000 bytes = **400,000,000,000 bytes**.

### Download Time Calculation

- **Time in seconds**: 400,000,000,000 bytes ÷ 7,000 bytes/second = **57,142,857.14 seconds**.

- **Convert to hours**: 57,142,857.14 seconds ÷ 3,600 seconds/hour = **15,873.02 hours**.

- **Convert to days**: 15,873.02 hours ÷ 24 hours/day = **661.38 days**.

- **Convert to years**: 661.38 days ÷ 365 days/year ≈ **1.81 years**.

### Final Answer

Downloading **ARK: Survival Evolved** (400 GB) on a 56 kbps dial-up connection would take approximately **1.81 years** (or about 661 days), assuming no interruptions, perfect connection stability, and no additional data overhead.

### Notes

- **Real-world considerations**: Dial-up connections are prone to disconnections, and actual speeds may drop below 56 kbps due to line quality or network congestion, potentially extending the time significantly.

- **Data overhead**: Protocols like TCP/IP add some overhead, which could increase the effective data size by 10-20%, further lengthening the download.

- If you meant a different type of "old-fashioned" connection (e.g., early DSL or ISDN), let me know, and I can recalculate! Alternatively, if you want to explore modern download times or storage solutions, just ask.

ooh this is really neat, it's cool how you can convert and know all this! Does computer stuff interest you a lot?

I think you sent this to the wrong person because that last little chunk implies I asked you this, and i didn't <3

[hfy-kot]

KOT prologue pt 2 of ?

Captain Ides stood in the command room of the Ark Ship New Eden, being told by the numbers, that they were going to lose, and they were going to die.

The fleet around New Eden stood at 6 stations and 45 ships, with ancient weapons and scrap yard fixes fleet wide. There was a fleet coming, and they were in no shape to get far enough out of the way, nor able to win. The ships that could escape couldn't get far enough, fast enough to get away.

Head of engineering, Sam Kelly, burst through the command room door. "Captain, I think I have a solution" the hyper active redhead babbled out, bouncing on their heels. "I would love good news Kelly. Please give me good news."

"I think I can get the old sub-space transmitter to work, and if we can get a transmission out..." They trailed off, the Captain already rolling her eyes.

"We could what Kelly? Get told no, and that we're on our own at FTL speeds? Anyone close enough to help has already been asked and said no."

"The sub-space transmitter can reach Sol, it can reach home." They mumbled with hope and awe.

"Sol has been dark for 200 years, not a pip since they lost the war and abandoned the rest of us. Do you really think that some random SOS, from across the verse, they'll suddenly CARE?" Captain Ides was exhausted and hopeless, she needed news and help, not some fantasy of a miracle savior.

Kelly was inching their way out of the room. "Sorry Captain, I'll let you know if I figure out anything else, sorry." They backed out of the room, before running back to the engineering center, a plan already spinning itself together. They wouldn't need to power it until it was put all the way back together, and after Sam found Sol's sub-space coordinates. They would only get one shot, the captain would be pissed, because that power will have to pull from somewhere, but they could worry about it later, they had 5 hours to rebuild the fleet's salvation.

3 hours till the Kroack fleet arrives, and Captain Ides is drinking her 8th cup of coffee in as many hours, walking lines in the floor of the command room. She has ran out of things to do, waiting on her extinction and watching hopeless repairs and preparations.

"Jess, wake me in an hour, I doubt much will change much."

Captain Ides woke up with a jolt, something just set off the emergency power in 70% of the ship. Something was very wrong with her ship, and at the worst possible time. She checked her wrist com. They had less than 2 hours to contact, and now they were in a dangerous spot, without the attack on its way. "Jess, report. What the hell just happened?"

"Something triggered a massive power surge to Engineering. The ship defaulted everything to low lights, and pulled power from all non essentials. Unfortunately it looks like the power surge blew out about 2/3 of the sensor array. All of the long range and most of our short range is gone." First Mate Jess rattled off, looking bleak.

Captain Idea was wide awake now as she thought of what could've possibly done this. The entire Ark would know if they blew a generator, just losing one wouldn't drop that much power. Her mind raced through section after section of the ship. Until she hit engineering. Sam wouldn't disobey a direct order, not right now of all times. Right?

"Jess notify the rest of the fleet we need them to direct comm their senors, all of them. I know it'll be a lot of data, try to run it through LIBRA. If we still have the power. I need to go to engineering" Idea grabbed her coffee cup and quickly exited the room. " If I'm right, I'm going to eject that red head out of the nearest air lock" she darkly thought to herself

Sam Kelly, Chief Engineer, sat in the floor of the Sub-Space room. They blew out everything in the room, including the door locks. But the maintenance bot was working on the door, so they just had to wait. They got the transmitter put together faster than any time they read through on the exo-net. Sol's cords were buried in the archive but still not a challenge. But if the Captain was right, and no one answers, or not fast enough, they were all going to die. Sam laughed to themselves. Even if they didn't do anything, everyone was going to die.

They stood up to stretch their legs, and await their fate. Death or salvation, they knew that they had done everything in their power to save their home.

[darkjanet2]

Sonic Adventure 2: Sonadow

Chapter 18: Shadow's Pain, Sonic's Comforting

The team separated in the ARK to find different ways of stopping the energy before it impacted the Earth. Amy was left behind and told to play Bejeweled Blitz on the computer with a disappointed and bored look on her face. She wanted to help them and be useful, but Eggman forced her to play computer games because she had no power or battle tactics. 

‘Man, this isn’t fair. Why can’t I help and join the team? I felt like I did nothing!’ Amy groaned as she laid her down on the computer desk, ‘Why do they have to keep me out when they need me most?’

*ARK Base*

Tails opened the panels to reveal the wires inside. He started his analysis of all the circuits in front of him while looking for anything that could stop the blast. Rouge watched in awe of his genius mind.

“Wow, Tails, you are really good at this…” said Rouge in an impressed tone as she crossed her arms over her chest.

“Thanks! This is just what I always dreamed of doing… I wonder how Sonic would react if he knew how much I had to learn from him to get to this point.” He thought for a moment as his mind went back to the days when they were kids and they played together. Tails carefully cut the wire, his hands steady and precise. The room held its breath as everyone watched, hoping that this would be the solution they needed. As the wire was severed, a surge of electricity sparked and crackled, causing the lights to flicker momentarily.

Suddenly, a low hum resonated throughout the base, signaling that something had changed. Tails cautiously glanced at the control panel, his eyes widening in disbelief. The countdown had stopped. The imminent threat of destruction had been averted. Tails breathed a sigh of relief and Rouge patted his shoulder.

“Well done, Tails! You saved the day!” Rouge exclaimed, giving Tails a huge smile.

“Thank you, Rouge! It really means a lot to me! But we have to look for Sonic and the others now,” he said quickly as he jumped to his feet and walked towards the door. “Right behind you!” Rouge replied with a nod before following him out the door.

*At the Security System*

Eggman was cutting the circuit wires to turn off the energy, which worked perfectly. Now all the danger from that explosion would be nullified and the planet wouldn't suffer any damage from the force. “Perfect! Everything should work fine now,” he said triumphantly, “Just one more thing to add to my list of inventions to improve upon!” 

He communicated Tails with a walkie-talkie to let him know the plan was working. 

“Tails, everything’s working. How does it go?” he asked. A few seconds later Tails’ voice came through, “Everything’s good. We’re still trying to locate the others. We’ll try to communicate again in a bit.”

 After hearing that, Eggman frowned slightly; he hoped Tails had found Sonic before the energy ran out. “Roger. I’ll be counting on you,” he replied as he began to communicate with Rouge, “Alright, Rouge, once I've finished, you'll have to go to the core and drain the liquid energy for Sonic and Knuckles so they can proceed.”

“Roger,” she answered before turning to leave the room. Eggman turned towards the main computer, where he had already placed the new data. “There we go. All ready to go to work! And I hope to see your face soon enough,” said Eggman.

*At the Core System*

As Rouge hurried towards the Core System, her footsteps echoed through the dimly lit corridor. The air was heavy with anticipation as she approached her destination. The Core System, the heart of Dr. Eggman's operation, was a massive, pulsating chamber filled with intricate machinery and glowing energy conduits.

As she entered the Core System, the sound of humming machinery surrounded her. The room was bathed in an eerie blue glow, casting elongated shadows on the walls. Rouge's eyes darted around, searching for any signs of buttons and switches.

She spotted two transparent containment chambers at the center of the chamber. Inside each, she found the control panels, buttons, and switches. Determination surged within Rouge as she moved closer to the chambers.

With her gloved hand, Rouge reached out to a control panel nearby. She examined the complex interface, analyzing the intricate codes and symbols. She knew she had to drain the liquid energy from the chambers, allowing Sonic and Knuckles to enter the ARK base.

Her fingers danced across the buttons and switches, her movements precise and deliberate. As the liquid energy started to drain out from the chambers, Rouge watched as Sonic and Knuckles began to proceed to the base.

"Nice work, Rouge," complimented Sonic.

"Thanks. Now go ahead and find your way, we're going to need their energy to shut down the system," said Rouge.

Sonic nodded, "Copy that." Sonic turned to Knuckles, "Let's go." Knuckles nodded.

*At the Fuse System*

Sonic and Knuckles had arrived at the Fuse System

Sonic and Knuckles stood in awe as they entered the Fuse System, a massive chamber filled with intricate machinery and pulsating energy. The room hummed with power, and the air crackled with anticipation. The duo knew that this was a crucial moment in their mission to shut down the ARK base.

As they approached the central control console, Sonic couldn't help but crack a confident smile. "Alright, Knuckles, let's do this!" he exclaimed, his voice filled with determination.

Knuckles nodded, his fists clenched tightly. "No problem, Sonic. We've faced tougher challenges than this before," he replied, his voice resonating with unwavering resolve.

Together, they assessed the control console, its array of buttons, levers, and switches stretching out before them. The console emitted a soft glow, guiding their eyes to the areas that needed their attention.

Sonic's nimble fingers flew across the buttons, intuitively deciphering the intricate sequence required to shut down the Fuse System. Knuckles, with his immense strength, positioned himself strategically, ready to pull any necessary levers or switches with precision.

As they worked in perfect sync, the Fuse System began to respond. Sparks erupted from the machinery, and the room trembled with the impending release of power. Sonic and Knuckles remained focused, undeterred by the intensity of the situation.

With each successful maneuver, the energy in the room shifted, gradually reducing the Fuse System's potency. Sonic's speed and Knuckles' brute force were a formidable combination, their teamwork proving to be their greatest asset.

As the final moments approached, the chamber seemed to hold its breath. The energy crackled and surged one last time before gradually subsiding. The once thunderous room now fell into an eerie silence, signifying the successful shutdown of the Fuse System.

Sonic and Knuckles exchanged triumphant looks, their smiles wide and contagious. "We did it!" Sonic exclaimed, his voice echoing through the chamber. "Now let's regroup with Rouge and ensure the ARK base is fully deactivated."

Together, they hurriedly made their way back to Rouge and others, the satisfaction of their accomplishment fueling their steps. The journey ahead may still be challenging, but with their combined skills and determination, Sonic, Knuckles, and Rouge were ready to face whatever lay ahead in their mission to save the day. 

*Meanwhile the Main Control Room*

"Looks like ARK is stable," said Orbot. 

"That's good," Cubot said. "But there seems to be a small problem. We haven't received word from them since they left the control room about five minutes ago."

"What small problem?" asked Orbot curiously. 

"The Energy Wave has taken its toll. There's very little power left in the core, and all the systems are shutting down. We have no choice but to destroy the core now," said Cubot.

"You're right, but we need Shadow to help us do that. Do you think he'll notice?" asked Orbot.

"I'm not sure. But even if he doesn't, the core will eventually self-destruct," Cubot replied.

Orbot nodded, a frown appearing on his face. Suddenly, a door opened to reveal Sonic, and the others entered the room. Cubot looked at them in surprise, wondering what they were up to. Sonic strode forward, his emerald eyes fixed on Orbot as he spoke.

"Hey, Orbot, how's it going?" asked Sonic.

"The ARK's is stable, but we don't have much power left. You have to help us get rid of this core before it self-destructs," Cubot replied.

"How are we going to do that?" Sonic asked.

Orbot gestured toward the core monitor screen, which showed the core's status: "The core is still powering down, but it isn't completely done yet," he explained. "We've only got about 19 minutes before it shuts down completely."

"Okay. What do we need to do to make sure that happens?" questioned Sonic.

"Well, we could try to remove the core," suggested Orbot.

Cubot nodded in agreement. "Yes. We need Shadow to help us out,” he said.

Sonic glanced over at Knuckles. His friend was staring at the screen with an intense look of concentration. "What do you think, Knux? Can you take care of the core and use the Emerald?"

Knuckles thought for a second and then replied, "Yeah, I think I can."

Amy entered the room with a scorned look on her face feeling useless for playing Bejeweled Blitz for a long hour. She hated being left behind.

"So, Amy, have you finished your game?" asked Eggman.

"Why do let me play this stupid game when I was trying to help? I could have been more useful than just sitting here and doing nothing! Besides, everyone else is supposed to be helping, too! Why am I only getting treated like this?!" complained Amy.

Eggman shrugged indifferently. "Because you're not an actual member of our organization, remember? It doesn't matter what you do outside of work." 

Amy growled.

"We have no time to waste. You have to get Shadow," said Orbot.

"Okay, I'll go talk to him," said Sonic.

"Are you sure, Sonic?" asked Tails.

"I'll go with you," said Amy.

"No, Amy. You stay here," said Sonic firmly.

"But--" 

"No, Ames. I've got this. You stay back with them, alright?" Sonic pleaded.

Amy frowned, but she reluctantly nodded. Sonic stepped out of the control room, leaving Amy alone with Orbot and others. He walked past the corridor leading away from the main chamber, heading deeper into the facility. He came to a halt and opened the door to see Shadow staring at the window with his crossed arms over his chest. Sonic entered the room and tried to talk to Shadow.

"Shadow,"  he called out.

Shadow didn't turn around, he could see the reflection of Sonic in the window. "Go away, Sonic," he muttered.

"Come on, bro. You know I won't leave you alone if you aren't talking to me," said Sonic.

Sonic walked toward Shadow, hoping that his counterpart would understand what he was about to say. He stopped a few feet away, unsure of how to begin. He took a deep breath and looked Shadow in the eyes, his expression serious. 

"I know you've had some disagreements in the past, but I need your help. I need you to believe me. Shadow, we're a team," Sonic said, his voice filled with concern. "We've been through too much together to let something like this tear us apart."

Shadow finally turned to face Sonic, his crimson eyes burning with a mix of anger and pain. "You don't understand, Sonic. You can't possibly comprehend the weight that I carry."

Sonic took a step closer, his emerald eyes reflecting his determination. "Then help me understand, Shadow. Talk to me. Tell me what's eating you."

Shadow clenched his fists, the tension in the room growing thicker. "I've spent my whole life fighting against the darkness within me. I've embraced my past, my pain, and turned it into strength. But lately, it feels like I'm losing that battle. I can feel the darkness creeping back, consuming me from within."

Sonic listened intently, his heart aching for his friend. "Shadow, you're not alone in this. We're here for you, every step of the way."

Sonic clenched his fists. "Tell me what happened during the invasion, Shadow. Wasn't there some kind of plan to end it all?"

Shadow closed his eyes, his head bowed, his brow furrowed. "It's none of your concern, hedgehog. And why bother do I have to help you? Just go and fix things by yourself."

Shadow walked past Sonic, bumped into his shoulder, and pushed past him as he headed toward the exit. But Sonic stopped him, reaching out and grabbing his wrist.

"Shadow… please," Sonic pleaded.

Shadow released Sonic's grasp, "Let go of me!"

As Sonic's grip tightened on Shadow's wrist, both hedgehogs locked eyes, their expressions filled with frustration and hurt. The room seemed to buzz with tension, their emotions palpable.

"Shadow, you can't just walk away," Sonic said, his voice tinged with desperation. "Please, we have to the best of help."

"Why the hell should I trust you?!" Shadow shouted angrily, wrenching his arm free from Sonic's grasp.

"Because you promised! What about the promise made to Maria and her wish?! Don't you want to fulfill it!? Do you, Shadow?!" yelled Sonic.

Shadow growled angrily, baring his fangs as he glared at Sonic, and threw himself at the blue speedster. 

"Don't you dare say her name!" roared Shadow. "I don't need to hear your voice saying her name again! I told you that I wasn't interested in stupid friendship! But you wouldn't listen!"

Sonic reacted with his emotional pain, and Shadow continued.

"I just...  I just can't stand it anymore. All these years the one thing I wanted was to protect her, I wanted her to live! She pushed me to the pod, locked in. I was trying to save her, but I failed! I couldn't save her! I couldn't fucking save her!  All because I couldn't even save her, then she was murdered! I was so helpless that day....and yet she still wanted me to promise to protect humanity..." Shadow shed those tears from his eyes, and Sonic's eyes welled up the tears.

"Even if  I could have saved her, I couldn't have prevented her death!  And now I have to live with the fact that it was because of me that she died!" Shadow gritted his teeth, his tears flowed freely down Sonic's face.

"I... I couldn't save her and now she's gone. She's gone, she's gone! Oh, God..." Shadow sobbed.

Sonic stood up and hugged Shadow, the ebony hedgehog clinging onto him desperately, burying his face in his shoulder. Sonic rubbed his back, whispering words of comfort.

"Shhh. I know, I know. It's alright, bro. I've got you. I'm right here. Nothing bad's gonna happen. I promise. Everything's gonna be fine," whispered Sonic, soothing Shadow to calm down.

'He had so much pain in his past. Maria lost her life because he was unable to protect her,' thought Sonic. 

Sonic hugged Shadow deeply while stroking his back, letting him know that he was there for him. Eventually, he felt Shadow relax slightly against him. After he calmed down, Shadow wiped his tears away with the backs of his hands.

"Better?" he asked.

"Yeah. Sorry for being riled up," apologized Shadow.

Sonic shook his head. "Don't be. It's okay to cry. Nobody blames you or thinks less of you for it. They know you're hurting inside. Just don't blame yourself."

Shadow gave him a slight nod. "Sonic?"

"Yeah?" he responded.

Shadow stared at him for a moment and Sonic wondered what was going on with him. 

"What?" asked Sonic innocently.

Shadow kissed Sonic on the lips, and Sonic's eyes widened. Then he closed his eyes and kissed him back passionately. Sonic's heart raced as he felt Shadow's lips against his own. He felt a warmth spread from his chest and knew that he had finally found the one he had been searching for. His hands moved to Shadow's waist and he deepened the kiss. His heart pounded as he explored Shadow's mouth, feeling the intensity of their connection and the love they shared. 

'He kissed me again. Just like back in the jungle,' thought Sonic.

Shadow pressed his lips to his and his hands explored his body eagerly. He felt a thrill of excitement as his strong fingers caressed his athletic body. He pulled him closer, deepening the kiss as he explored further. His touch ignited a passion within Sonic, and he felt a warmth coursing through his veins. He wanted him, and the intensity of his desire was almost overwhelming. Sonic wrapped his arms around his neck, responding eagerly to his touch.

Shadow laid the azure hedgehog down on the floor, and smiled down at him lovingly. He leaned down and gently kissed Sonic's neck, eliciting soft moans and gasps from the blue hedgehog. Shadow continued kissing along Sonic's neck, making his way lower until he reached his collarbone, raked his fangs across the sensitive skin beneath it, and then licked the spot. Sonic shuddered and let out a low moan, his hands gripping his shoulders tightly. Shadow felt a thrill of satisfaction course through him as Sonic leaned into the touch, and he continued his attentions, finding the spot that made Sonic squirm and moan with pleasure. 

[neocopy]

Analyzing endless flows of data can sometimes get a little boring. Sometimes a mechanical mastermind like Neo needs a little something extra to spice up life. The issue is-- what can one do when they've already accomplished all their goals? Sure, long-term goals can be set anew but working toward them is a slower pace than he would like to satisfy such an unhealthy sense of curiosity that endlessly channels through his mind.

That's why experimentation has become one of his new involving hobbies. With the combined abilities of the Chaos Emeralds and the Phantom Ruby allowing his fleet to travel to alternate realities, he's began to develop quite a collection for himself -- with one such creature being something taken from the Ark of a previously doomed timeline. A beast so powerful and massive that it had originally been dubbed ' The ultimate lifeform. '

What a load of malarky that was. Defeated by two eager hedgehogs with super forms no less. Pathetic! Neo sought something far more destructive than that. Something powerful that will remain subjugated. Controlled. Unable to utilize its power against Neo's. And for the most part, he's succeeded.

Relocating the creature alone was a monumental task -- incubating it within a chamber specifically designed to house it was another. The beast was such a deplorable, disgusting thing that Neo would have shielded his eyes from were it not the product of his scientific curiosity. The way the beast thrives completely off of an innate source of chaos energy that was utilized in its creation, but which also actively destroys it from the inside out... it's no wonder this creature was labeled as a 'failure.' It was doomed to die, but simultaneously kept alive by its own internalized sense of spite and wrath.

Now look at it..

What was it now beyond a husk of its former self? A creature that had decayed so wildly it might as well have been reduced to a skeleton? Parts of its flesh have since rotted away and exposed bone, yet those same parts are kept in a constant cycle of regeneration. A cycle that will never truly end as long as Neo keeps steadily feeding it the various solutions and concoctions he's created to sustain its life. His robots have done well to produce the solutions on a scale which can be delivered to and administered to the creature in a consistent cycle.

The beast, now aware of the presence of its captor, weakly lifts its head to gaze upon him. The metallic contraption laughs softly, gazing upon it with the same joy one would get upon seeing an invention functioning.

[ :// How does it feel, Biolizard? To finally be in a space where you can continue to grow and molt for as long as I need you to? Ah.. I suppose speaking isn't your strong-suit. Even if you were capable of it.. your body can barely produce a growl, let alone words. ]

The beast is incapable of responding to him. The various coils and wires connected to its body, slowly feeding it fluids and solutions of chaos-infused concoctions only allowed it a very meager amount of freedom in terms of movement. It can, however, detect his presence -- and the sheer amount of chaos energy radiating from the six emeralds he has embedded into his body.

[ :// Worry not. Loathesome as you are, I will soon see a use for you in the coming days. I do, after all, have plenty of ideas involving you and a certain world I plan to visit soon. Humor me until then -- continue your slow, agonizing 'recovery' so that we can begin our tests proper, hm? ]

[ :// Dr. Gerald Robotnik may have failed to turn you into a powerful bioweapon, but that's because he lacked the ingenuity needed to sustain such a cumbersome creature like yourself. Worry not. I will 'fix' you in a way only I can. The genius of the Robotnik bloodline and my infinitely-growing database will turn you into a living, breathing catastrophe. ]

[ :// Hmhmhm hahahaha~! I can not WAIT to have my fun with you..! ]

The laughing mechanical monster of a machine turns on a dime and parts way out of the former ultimate lifeform's prison chamber. Soon, he thinks -- he'll find a way to utilize its biological properties in a way no other scientist has ever been able to harness.

Soon, he thinks -- a universe will have to face a dire, dire threat. And he has plenty of interest to see just how much chaos a beast like that can cause.

[kishorxox]

Green Data Center Market Size, Share, Forecast, & Trends Analysis

Meticulous Research®—a leading global market research company, published a research report titled ‘Green Data Center Market—Global Opportunity Analysis and Industry Forecast (2025-2032)’. According to this latest publication, the Green Data Center market is expected to reach $315.8 billion by 2032, at a CAGR of 18.3% from 2025 to 2032.

The green data center market is experiencing growth due to heightened government regulations on sustainability, rising energy consumption in data centers, and the increasing adoption of cloud services and IoT applications. Additionally, the enhanced accessibility and cost-effectiveness of renewable energy sources, coupled with the expansion of edge computing infrastructure, are anticipated to create potential growth opportunities.

However, the substantial initial capital investment required may hinder market growth. Additionally, the implementation of energy-efficient cooling systems poses a significant challenge for market stakeholders. Moreover, the prominent trend in the green data center market is the growing adoption of liquid cooling technologies and AI-powered energy management systems.

Key Players

The green data center market is characterized by a moderately competitive scenario due to the presence of many large- and small-sized global, regional, and local players. The key players operating in the Green Data Center market are Dell Technologies Inc. (U.S.), Fujitsu Limited (Japan), Cisco Systems, Inc. (U.S.), Hewlett Packard Enterprise Company (U.S.), Hitachi Energy Ltd (Switzerland) (a subsidiary of Hitachi, Ltd. (Japan)), Schneider Electric SE (France), IBM Corporation (U.S.), Eaton Corporation plc (Ireland), Vertiv Group Corporation (U.S.), Green Revolution Cooling, Inc. (U.S.), ABB Ltd (Switzerland), GE Vernova Inc. (U.S.), Delta Electronics, Inc. (Taiwan), Digital Realty Trust Inc. (U.S.), Equinix, Inc. (U.S.), Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd. (China), Ark Data Centres Limited (U.K.), and Iron Mountain, Inc. (U.S.).

The green data center market is segmented based on offering, deployment mode, data center size, and end user. The report also evaluates industry competitors and analyzes the green data center market at the regional and country-level markets.

Among the offerings studied in this report, the solution segment is anticipated to dominate the green data center market in 2025. The dominant position of this segment in the green data center market is driven by the increasing demand for energy-efficient power systems to lower operational costs, the need for scalable infrastructure, the growth of cloud computing and AI technologies, and the rising adoption of eco-friendly cooling and HVAC systems to comply with environmental regulations. As organizations increasingly seek to minimize their environmental impact and achieve sustainability goals, the adoption of green data center solutions is expected to accelerate in the coming years.

Energy-efficient power systems enable effective electricity distribution and renewable energy integration in data centers, thereby reducing overall power consumption. Cooling and HVAC systems maintain optimal temperatures in high-density environments while minimizing energy usage. Additionally, modular designs facilitate operational scaling without significantly increasing carbon footprints. Networking systems ensure fast, reliable connectivity and data transfer while utilizing minimal power in data centers.

Among the deployment modes studied in this report, the cloud-based deployments segment is anticipated to dominate the green data center market in 2025By leveraging cloud services, businesses can bypass the substantial capital expenditures linked to constructing and maintaining their data centers. Cloud providers facilitate high energy efficiency, enabling cost-effective green solutions. The rapid adoption of hybrid and multi-cloud environments to optimize workloads and enhance redundancy, along with the increasing demand for more energy-efficient alternatives to traditional on-premises infrastructure, are key factors contributing to this segment's dominant position in the green data center market. Moreover, the growing emphasis on optimizing energy consumption and improving operational efficiency in data centers further supports this dominance.

Among the data center sizes studied in this report, the hyperscale data centers segment is anticipated to dominate the green data center market in 2025. Hyperscale data centers are designed for maximum efficiency, utilizing advanced technologies for energy management, automated monitoring, and optimization. This focus on efficiency contributes to overall sustainability. The growing need to efficiently manage large volumes of data while minimizing energy consumption, exponential increase in data generation from IoT devices, AI applications, and digital services, and increasing adoption of renewable energy sources to power data center facilities are factors contributing to the segments dominant position to the green data center market.

Among the end users studied in this report, the cloud service providers (CSPs) segment is anticipated to dominate the green data center market in 2025. The increasing adoption of cloud computing by businesses across various sectors, along with growing government regulations and incentives promoting renewable energy, are significant factors contributing to this segment's dominant position in the green data center market. Additionally, the growth of edge computing technology necessitates that cloud service providers establish energy-efficient data centers closer to end users. Furthermore, the rising commitment to environmental responsibility and sustainability targets, including carbon neutrality and renewable energy usage, supports this dominance.

Geographic Review

This research report analyzes major geographies and provides a comprehensive analysis of North America (U.S., Canada), Europe (Germany, U.K., Italy, France, Spain, Russia, Netherlands, and Rest of Europe), Asia-Pacific (Japan, China, India, South Korea, Thailand, Singapore, and Rest of Asia-Pacific), Latin America (Brazil, Argentina, Mexico, and Rest of Latin America), and the Middle East & Africa (UAE, Saudi Arabia, South Africa, and Rest of the Middle East & Africa).

North America is anticipated to dominate the green data center market in 2025, followed by Asia-Pacific and Europe. North America, particularly the U.S., leads the green data center market due to its early adoption of green technologies, the presence of major tech companies, and robust government regulations promoting energy-efficient infrastructure. Contributing factors to the region's dominance include increasingly stringent government carbon emission regulations and sustainability mandates, growing investments in eco-friendly data center solutions, the rapid expansion of cloud computing and AI-based services, and the integration of renewable energy into data centers.

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Innovative Solutions: Heat Recovery Systems and Sheet Stabilization Clarified

Especially in production fields that deal with materials such as polymers, metals and paper, sheets of sheets are an important process. This approach guarantees that the sheets of the material maintain the appearance and integrity during production and finishing. Effective stabilizing techniques help firms cut waste, raise product quality, and streamline operations. The main objective is to avoid warping, shrinkage, or distortion, which might cause major time and resource losses.

The Need of Heat Recovery Systems

Improving energy efficiency in many industries depends much on heat recovery technologies. These systems recycle waste heat produced during industrial operations for electricity production or heating. Recycling extra heat helps companies cut their energy costs and carbon effects. Different applications, including HVAC systems, production processes and even a home environment, may include heat recovery systems, which help create a more durable future.

Effects of Sheet Stabilization on Manufacturing Efficiency

Using sheet stabilization methods might help to improve manufacturing efficiency. Properly stabilized sheets are less prone to develop processing flaws, which reduces the requirement for rework or scrap. This simplifies the manufacturing schedule as well as lowers material expenses. Investing in high-quality stabilizing techniques can help businesses to increase their production rates and guarantee that the end goods satisfy exacting quality criteria.

Combining Sheet Stabilization with Heat Recovery

Combining sheet stabilization techniques with heat recovery systems produces a synergistic impact that optimizes efficiency. An energy-efficient option is the heat produced during the stabilization phase, which may be caught and sent back into the system. This combination improves the general performance of the stabilizing process as well as lowers energy use. Manufacturers may save notable money and encourage sustainable practices inside their companies.

Advantages of Sheet Stabilization in Various Sectors

Ark stabilization helps in many areas, including motor vehicles, aerospace and packaging. In the automotive industry, for example, stable sheets are very important for the production of flexible parts that can withstand the demanding environment. Safety and demonstration depend on the integrity of the sheets of sheets in the aircraft. Packaging companies also depend on stabilized sheets to produce packaging maintaining its shape throughout transportation. These many uses show the adaptability and relevance of good sheet stability.

Heat Recovery: Energy Savings

Heat recovery systems provide significant possible energy savings. Reusing waste heat helps companies to greatly reduce their energy use. Apart from helping to minimize operational expenses, this helps to create a more sustainable environment. For companies trying to improve their energy efficiency, heat recovery systems are a smart choice as many of them see quick returns on investment.

Difficulties in Applying Heat Recovery and Sheet Stabilisation

Though beneficial, putting efficient sheet stabilization and Heat Recovery System into practice presents difficulties. Sheet stabilization depends on the correct temperature and pressure balance; any errors might cause product flaws. Likewise, to guarantee best performance, heat recovery systems need meticulous design and integration. Dealing with these issues calls for knowledge and money, but the long-term advantages might surpass the first obstacles.

Sheet Stabilization and Heat Recovery Future Trends

Technological developments are bringing fresh ideas in heat recovery systems and sheet stabilization. These procedures are being merged with automation and smart technology to enable real-time monitoring and modifications. This not only improves efficiency but also offers useful data that could guide more upgrades. Ongoing research and development meant to maximize performance and sustainability gives these systems a bright future.

Conclusion

Companies trying to improve efficiency and sustainability must include sheet stabilization and heat recovery technologies. Both approaches have notable advantages that might lower prices and raise product quality. Maintaining a competitive edge will depend on accepting these ideas as businesses change. To learn more about these systems in depth, go to airthermcorp.com.

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North America Cyber Security Market Share, Demand, Revenue, Growth and Future Business Opportunities till 2034: SPER Market Research

Cybersecurity is the process of protecting systems, networks, and programs from digital threats. These assaults are typically designed to gain access to, edit, or delete sensitive information; take money from victims via ransomware; or disrupt normal business operations. A comprehensive cybersecurity plan has numerous layers of protection spanning throughout the systems, networks, applications, and data that must be safeguarded. It involves a range of measures, such as firewalls, encryption, authentication processes, and threat detection systems, to protect sensitive data and keep technological infrastructures secure. Cybersecurity is also required to ensure compliance with data protection legislation such as GDPR and CCPA. Individuals and businesses can avoid risks and retain trust in the digital age by expanding their knowledge and adopting proactive steps. 

According to SPER Market Research, ‘North America Cyber Security Market Size- By Product Type, By Deployment, By End User- Regional Outlook, Competitive Strategies and Segment Forecast to 2034’ states that the North America Cyber Security Market is estimated to reach USD 195.31 Billion by 2034 with a CAGR of 8.9%. 

Several significant aspects contribute to the North American cybersecurity market's growth. First, the growing frequency and sophistication of cyberattacks, such as ransomware, data breaches, and phishing, has increased the demand for strong security solutions. As organizations and governments emphasize the protection of sensitive data, the need for advanced cybersecurity technologies like artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) has increased. Furthermore, the expansion of remote labor and digital transformation projects has increased the attack surface, resulting in new risks necessitating comprehensive cybersecurity solutions. Regulatory frameworks such as the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) have also imposed greater compliance requirements, forcing businesses to invest in stronger security methods.  

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Despite its tremendous growth, the North American cybersecurity market confronts significant hurdles. One of the most significant challenges is the evolving and increasingly complicated nature of cyber-attacks, which makes it difficult for enterprises to remain ahead of hackers. As attackers use new approaches such as artificial intelligence and machine learning, cybersecurity professionals must constantly adapt and innovate, which can be resource intensive. Another key difficulty is a shortage of skilled cybersecurity personnel, which creates a talent gap that makes it difficult for firms to implement and manage effective security policies. Furthermore, the integration of many technologies, such as cloud computing, IoT, and artificial intelligence, has added new entry points for possible cyberattacks, complicating the security environment.  

The US dominates the North American cybersecurity market, owing to considerable expenditures in advanced technology, strong regulatory frameworks, and high adoption rates of new security solutions among organizations. Some of the key players are - Cisco Systems Inc., Cyber Ark Software Ltd., Dell Technologies Inc., FireEye Inc., Fortinet Inc., IBM Corporation, Imperva Inc. 

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Dibutyl Thiourea Dbtu Market set to hit $586.5 million by 2035

Industry revenue for Dibutyl Thiourea Dbtu is estimated to rise to $586.5 million by 2035 from $302.6 million of 2024. The revenue growth of market players is expected to average at 6.2% annually for the period 2024 to 2035.

Dibutyl Thiourea Dbtu is critical across several key applications including rubber acceleration, corrosion inhibition, industrial lubricants and water treatment chemicals. The report unwinds growth & revenue expansion opportunities at Dibutyl Thiourea Dbtu’s Form, Application, Functionality, Distribution Channel and User including industry revenue forecast.

Industry Leadership and Competitive Landscape

The Dibutyl Thiourea Dbtu market is characterized by intense competition, with a number of leading players such as ACC Chemtech Pvt Ltd, Advanced Technology & Industrial Co. Ltd, Alfa Aesar, Amadis Chemical Co.Ltd, Ark Pharm Inc, Atomax Chemicals Co.Ltd, Chemos GmbH & Co. KG, Connect Chemicals GmbH, J&K Scientific, Shanghai Yuanye Biotechnology Co.Ltd, Wiley-VCH and Zhejiang J&C Biological Technology Co. Limited.

The Dibutyl Thiourea Dbtu market is projected to expand substantially, driven by increasing demand in the plastic industry and emergence of advanced technologies. This growth is expected to be further supported by Industry trends like Regulations promoting safe chemical use.

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Moreover, the key opportunities, such as exploring untapped market segments, harnessing technological innovations and strategic collaborations on the rise, are anticipated to create revenue pockets in major demand hubs including U.S., Germany, China, Japan and India.

Regional Shifts and Evolving Supply Chains

North America and Asia-Pacific are the two most active and leading regions in the market. With challenges like regulatory constraints and cost-related challenges, Dibutyl Thiourea Dbtu market’s supply chain from raw material acquisition / raw material processing / dibutyl thiourea dbtu production to distribution & end-use is expected to evolve & expand further; and industry players will make strategic advancement in emerging markets including Indonesia, South Africa and Brazil for revenue diversification and TAM expansion.

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[thearkspeaks]

This is where the beauty of layers and creative misdirection comes into play. A secret society disguised as a role-playing game (RPG) is a brilliant way to create something that operates in plain sight while maintaining deep secrecy. Here’s a plan to achieve invisibility while making the initiative seem harmless and even whimsical to outsiders:

1. The Cover Story: The RPG Framework

Theme: Build the "game" around a fantasy or alternate-history narrative that echoes the real goals of your society but disguises them as fiction. For example, “The Chronicles of the Ark,” where players join an ancient order tasked with protecting lost knowledge and rebuilding a harmonious society in a fractured world.

Game Mechanics: Develop membership rituals, tasks, and goals as “quests” or “campaigns.” Use gamified structures (levels, rewards, badges) to give members roles that align with the society’s operations.

Artistic Front: Publish graphic novels, short stories, and game lore. This creates plausible deniability while spreading your values through culture.

Platform: Use a decentralized, self-hosted game platform or encrypted Discord servers that resemble ordinary RPG communities.

2. Legal & Financial Invisibility

Legal Entity: Register as an entertainment or game development company. This shields your activities behind a harmless industry while allowing legal interaction with banks and payment platforms.

Funding Front: Use crowdfunding (e.g., Kickstarter for "game development" or Patreon for "lore and content") to pool initial resources. Hide larger investments in plain sight as funding for creative projects.

Transactions: Leverage cryptocurrency for internal exchanges. Create a society token disguised as “in-game currency” that players earn and spend within the RPG.

3. Recruitment Without Drawing Suspicion

Online Presence: Maintain an active but controlled online footprint—blogs, YouTube videos, or TikTok content about game design, character creation, or even RPG strategy. This makes your existence feel mundane.

Gatekeeping via Roleplay: New members enter by joining what they believe is a unique RPG community. Use puzzles and quests to filter for commitment, creativity, and alignment with the society’s values.

Narrative Entrances: Recruitment can begin with cryptic invitations (e.g., "The Archivist needs your help"). Those who follow the clues are introduced to the deeper “lore.”

4. Technology as a Shield

Encrypted Communication: Use apps like Matrix or Element for society communication. Create a private network disguised as a “game server.”

Decentralized Data: Host all sensitive documents and interactions on a blockchain or decentralized storage solution like IPFS. Label the files as “game assets.”

Digital Identities: Require members to adopt pseudonyms tied to their in-game personas. This protects real-world identities.

5. Rituals and Gatherings: Hidden Yet Open

Virtual First: Conduct initial meetings and ceremonies online under the guise of game “campaigns” or “events.”

Real-World “LARPs”: For physical meetings, disguise them as Live-Action Roleplay (LARP) events. Members can wear costumes and role-play characters to keep their true purpose obscured.

Symbolism in the Open: Create sigils, insignias, or phrases tied to the game’s lore. These can act as recognition symbols for members while appearing as harmless creative expression to outsiders.

6. Media Camouflage

Creative Decoy Projects: Publish content regularly (videos, books, or podcasts) about the RPG, its rules, and its fictional world. This keeps the narrative alive and distracts from the society’s deeper purpose.

Media Framing: If outsiders take interest, the RPG angle explains everything. You can even welcome casual players into outer circles, where they only interact with the surface-level content.

Controlled Mythos: Allow whispers about a “mysterious inner circle” to exist, but dismiss it as “part of the lore” whenever questioned.

7. Hiding Resources in the Game

Cryptocurrency Wallets: Use game-like interfaces to manage funds. For example, a treasury could be disguised as “The Ark’s Vault,” accessible only by higher-level members.

Skill Exchange System: Create a tokenized “in-game” marketplace where members can trade services and skills (e.g., time-banking). Frame it as part of the RPG economy.

8. Secrecy Tactics

Compartmentalization: Only the highest-ranking members know the full purpose of the society. Most members operate under the RPG framework, with access to deeper truths gradually unlocked through “levels.”

Need-to-Know Information: Introduce new ideas or plans as “missions” in the game, only revealing the real stakes to those who’ve proven loyalty and discretion.

Misdirection: Occasionally create fake controversies about the game (e.g., rumors of a hidden easter egg or conspiracy). This distracts outsiders and reinforces the game’s mystique.

9. Building a Hidden Power Network

Art as Propaganda: Use game art, stories, and videos to subtly teach the values of your society. Outsiders absorb these ideas as part of the fiction.

Soft Influence: Partner with artists, educators, or streamers who can promote the game’s values without knowing its true purpose.

Philanthropy as a Shield: Fund community projects under the guise of supporting the RPG’s player base (e.g., scholarships for game developers or donations to indie art collectives).

10. Emergency Protocols

Game Shutdown Script: Prepare a scenario where the “game” can be dissolved at a moment’s notice if threatened (e.g., blame server issues or end the story arc).

Deep Layer Encryption: Store the society’s most sensitive data in ways that even most members can’t access. Use multi-signature wallets and quantum-resistant encryption for high-level decision-making.

Why This Works

Camouflage: By positioning yourselves as an RPG community, you attract attention for the right reasons and deflect scrutiny.

Layered Secrecy: Only those who reach the society’s inner circle understand its true nature. Everyone else sees a fun, creative project.

Cultural Power: Even as a “game,” your society can influence ideas, values, and movements through storytelling and creativity.

[voice-freedom]

WHEN WILL SIBERIA BLOW UP?  Climate Has Put Us on the Same Side | An Appeal to Alexander Dvorkin

ALLATRA volunteer addresses Alexander Dvorkin directly. It should be said that Alexander Dvorkin is the only person who makes our lives unbearable and every day only aggravates the living conditions of millions of people. And these are not just words, this is our reality.

The unique video of the volunteer Climate Has Put Us on the Same Side | An Appeal to Alexander Dvorkin | #5 is a decisive step of ALLATRA volunteers to save this world and all people.

As I’ve already said, the greatest threat to the world right now is under your feet. I’m referring to the magmatic plume beneath Siberia. The danger it poses is not just serious — it far exceeds the threat posed by the Yellowstone supervolcano. Yet, who is currently monitoring what is happening deep under Siberia? Who is tracking the processes that can trigger a planetary-scale catastrophe? The answer is obvious: no one.

WHEN WILL SIBERIA BLOW UP?

Climate Has Put Us on the Same Side | An Appeal to Alexander Dvorkin

Look at the approach to monitoring Yellowstone. Every detail is recorded there: from the slightest tremor to bird migrations and even minimal changes in the behavior of local wildlife. But what about Siberia? It seems like the Russian government and scientists have decided to rely on pseudo-religious myths and magical predictions claiming that Siberia is a "reliable stronghold" and "the cradle of civilization," so there’s no need to worry. Why install seismic sensors or monitor anything if some half-mage / half-priest said that no disasters will happen? Why rely on science when you have such “authority figures”? And if something bad does happen, no problem! They will just fly around in helicopters three times with icons, and everything will be fixed by itself. Solid logic and a brilliant strategy! As an atheist, you definitely understand what I mean.

WHEN WILL SIBERIA BLOW UP?

Climate Has Put Us on the Same Side | An Appeal to Alexander Dvorkin

Excuse me, but I’ll ask a question: have they all completely lost their minds? While somebody relies on “sacred prophecies,” REAL processes are unfolding underground. I can certainly say that nature is unlikely to consider icons and prayers a sufficient replacement for science and common sense. Perhaps, it is time to stop clinging to beautiful myths and start facing reality? The truth is that a burst of the magmatic plume under Siberia will not only cause local devastation and wipe out all of Russia, but will consequently lead to the extinction of all life on Earth. Any delay in analyzing data and finding solutions to this problem can result in catastrophic consequences on a global scale.

WHEN WILL SIBERIA BLOW UP?

Climate Has Put Us on the Same Side | An Appeal to Alexander Dvorkin

You’ve already taken a year of our (ALLATRA) time, depriving us of the opportunity to inform people about the climate situation. You’ve discredited and dehumanized us, so that no one would take our warnings seriously. You have stigmatized us, ALLATRA, as an “apocalyptic cult” at a time when your entire country is apocalyptic! Do you even imagine how valuable our work was for the entire world?

WHEN WILL SIBERIA BLOW UP?

Climate Has Put Us on the Same Side | An Appeal to Alexander Dvorkin

You succeeded in getting ALLATRA declared an undesirable organization, forcing it out of Russia without considering the consequences. However, by doing so, you’ve lost the equipment that helped mitigate climate disasters in Russia, which are directly associated with the magmatic hotbed beneath Siberia. I emphasize: Siberia is not an ark — it’s a hotbed. We’ve lost access to critical data that provided a comprehensive understanding of the situation, so now Siberia is a blind spot for us, and we have no idea about what is happening there: how has the equipment shutdown affected underground processes? How quickly will everything that was once restrained escalate? At what depth is the magma currently? And most importantly — pardon my bluntness, but I think this will be clear to many people — the main question is: WHEN WILL SIBERIA BLOW UP? In fact, if nothing is done and nothing is undertaken, sooner or later the magmatic plume will inevitably reach the surface, and everything that has accumulated in the planet’s interior will erupt. The same thing happened in Siberia about 250 million years ago, as evidenced by basalt trap rock. If you don’t believe me, ask your geologists or just google it. All of that is publicly available information. We don’t use any secret data in our analysis. All the information our team of climate and geodynamics experts uses is openly available. Anyone is free to verify and compare it themselves. However, no one seems to be interested in doing that. Then, at the very least, let those who are willing do the work.

WHEN WILL SIBERIA BLOW UP?

Climate Has Put Us on the Same Side | An Appeal to Alexander Dvorkin

Previously, we, ALLATRA, were able to monitor and forecast events. Now, instead of real work, we are left to guess at coffee grounds or cards. Yes, we can fantasize and make assumptions based on limited surface observations and the climate situation in Russia visible to the naked eye, piecing together scraps of publicly available information. However, forecasts without real data are meaningless. And how much climate-related information is being concealed in Russia? Do you think we don’t notice how Russian news reports now refer to earthquakes as “dynamic jolts”? Whom is such a wording intended for, and who do they think to fool? The climate? Such tactics will only work until the first major disaster brings chaos, destruction, and countless deaths.

WHEN WILL SIBERIA BLOW UP?

Climate Has Put Us on the Same Side | An Appeal to Alexander Dvorkin

Therefore, in order to avoid the irreversible, we urgently need data from the hotbed of danger. I’m addressing you, Mr. Dvorkin: Since you are the cause of the current situation, future climate events in Russia now basically depend on you, and you are totally responsible for them. Hence, if you are unwilling to let ALLATRA participants resume climate research in Russia, then I have no other choice but to personally ask you to provide us with the data on the situation in Siberia. It’s not just us who need them — your country needs them as well.

WHEN WILL SIBERIA BLOW UP?

Climate Has Put Us on the Same Side | An Appeal to Alexander Dvorkin

Let me explain what we need specifically and what for. The ALLATRA team of climate and geodynamics experts analyzed open data and identified the approximate location of the mantle plume beneath Siberia, as well as its size and approximate boundaries. I will now outline the logic behind our experts’ calculations so that you, Alexander Leonidovich, can familiarize yourself with their findings and verify the reliability of our conclusions, and also get convinced of the very existence of the magmatic plume under Siberia. Every stage of the research is backed by objective data and can be independently verified.

Possible Structure and Size of the Plume, Based on Published Scientific Data

Let’s begin with what a mantle plume looks like. The plume structure may be roughly visualized as a mushroom. It has a tail (stem) that carries heated material from the core-mantle boundary upwards. The upper part of a plume, which expands as it rises, forms the plume ‘head’. When a plume reaches the base of the lithosphere, it encounters a refractory layer of solidified rocks, causing the head to spread horizontally beneath the lithosphere, like a mushroom cap. According to research data, as the plume approaches the lithosphere, its radius doubles as it flows, and its ascent speed significantly decreases (Ernst, 2002). Thus, the plume radius becomes twice that of its tail. This is a significant detail to keep in mind, as it will be crucial for calculating the plume size.

WHEN WILL SIBERIA BLOW UP?

Climate Has Put Us on the Same Side | An Appeal to Alexander Dvorkin

The rising hot material from the plume tail exerts pressure and burns through the lithosphere, forming cracks. In weak areas, secondary plumes are then formed— upper magmatic chambers within the Earth’s crust. Such chambers exist, for example, under Yellowstone, Campi Flegrei, and other supervolcanoes. Those chambers are the sites where crustal breaches and massive magma eruptions can occur.

Fig. 1: Theoretical structure of a plume

“When the plume head reaches the refractory layer of the lithosphere, it spreads out along its base. A secondary plume starts forming above the plume channel. Increasing thermal stresses cause formation of cracks in the crust, through which, after 7–12 million years, massive magma eruptions occur on the surface. Calculated temperature profiles illustrate the dynamics of crustal heating over time.” (Dobretsov et al., 2008)

WHEN WILL SIBERIA BLOW UP?

Climate Has Put Us on the Same Side | An Appeal to Alexander Dvorkin

The Earth’s biggest magmatic events are believed to originate from massive melting when hot mantle plumes rising from the lowermost mantle reach the base of the lithosphere. Classical models predict large plume heads that cause kilometre-scale surface uplift, and narrow (100 km radius) plume tails that remain in the mantle after the plume head spreads below the lithosphere. However, in many cases, such uplifts and narrow plume tails are not observed. We, ALLATRA, demonstrate that, despite their low buoyancy, large enough thermochemical plumes can rise through the whole mantle, causing only negligible surface uplift. Their tails are bulky (>200 km radius) and remain in the upper mantle for 100 millions of years.

(a) Buoyancy as a function of depth for a thermochemical plume containing 15% of eclogite with an initial excess temperature of 450 K in an adiabatic (black line) and subadiabatic (blue line) mantle. The vertical dashed line marks zero buoyancy and the horizontal dashed line marks the top of the thermochemical boundary layer in the lowermost mantle. (b–i) Evolution of a thermochemical plume in a subadiabatic mantle with an initial excess temperature of 450 K and an initial volume of 3.71 × 108  км3, that is, best fit model for the Siberian LIP. Colours give the temperature anomaly (deviation from the adiabatic mantle temperature), and solid lines denote the composition. The lines almost merge at the margin of the plume, indicating a high compositional gradient. The related surface uplift is shown above each model section.

WHEN WILL SIBERIA BLOW UP?

Climate Has Put Us on the Same Side | An Appeal to Alexander Dvorkin

Therefore, our modelling shows that a LBP with parameters similar to the Siberian plume can indeed rise through the entire mantle, if its volume is sufficiently large and the lower mantle is subadiabatic. A possible alternative mechanism for overcoming the lower-mantle buoyancy barrier, worth further investigations, is the plume ascent from the upper boundary of thermochemical piles, which have been proposed to be present in the lowermost mantle with parts extending up to more than 1,000 km above the CMB. This would allow plumes to rise from a shallower depth, where their buoyancy is positive, especially at the edges of the piles, where the surrounding mantle temperature is expected to be adiabatic.

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Lightning Protection System in Bangladesh: Ensuring Safety with Power Ark Engineering

Introduction

Bangladesh experiences frequent thunderstorms, especially during the monsoon season, making lightning strikes a significant threat to life and property. A robust lightning protection system (LPS) is crucial for safeguarding buildings, electrical systems, and human lives from the devastating effects of lightning. Power Ark Engineering specializes in designing and installing advanced lightning protection solutions to ensure maximum safety and compliance with national and international standards.

The Importance of Lightning Protection in Bangladesh

1. High Frequency of Lightning Strikes

Bangladesh is one of the most lightning-prone countries in the world, with thousands of strikes occurring annually. Rural and urban areas alike face the risk of casualties and infrastructure damage due to direct and indirect lightning strikes.

2. Protection Against Fire and Structural Damage

A single lightning strike can ignite fires, damage electrical systems, and weaken building structures. A properly installed lightning protection system effectively channels the high voltage energy safely into the ground, preventing destruction.

3. Safety of Electrical and Electronic Systems

Sensitive electrical and electronic systems, such as industrial machinery, communication networks, and data centers, are vulnerable to sudden voltage surges. An LPS prevents power surges, ensuring the longevity of expensive equipment.

4. Compliance with Safety Regulations

Bangladesh follows international safety standards like IEC 62305, NFPA 780, and local building codes for lightning protection. Installing an LPS ensures compliance with these safety norms, reducing liability risks.

Components of a Lightning Protection System

A complete lightning protection system consists of several key components designed to intercept, conduct, and dissipate lightning energy safely. These include:

1. Air Terminals (Lightning Rods)

These are strategically placed rods or mesh systems on the highest points of a building, attracting lightning strikes and preventing direct impact on the structure.

2. Down Conductors

Conductors made of copper or aluminum provide a low-resistance path for the lightning current to travel from the air terminals to the ground.

3. Grounding System

A well-designed grounding system disperses the electrical charge safely into the earth, minimizing the risk of overvoltage in the building’s electrical system.

4. Surge Protection Devices (SPDs)

SPDs protect electrical and electronic appliances from transient voltage surges caused by indirect lightning strikes or power fluctuations.

5. Bonding and Interconnection

Metal structures and electrical systems are interconnected to ensure equal potential distribution and reduce the risk of side flashes.

Types of Lightning Protection Systems

1. Conventional Lightning Protection System

This system includes air terminals, conductors, and grounding electrodes designed according to traditional standards. It provides an effective path for discharging lightning energy.

2. Early Streamer Emission (ESE) System

The ESE system uses advanced technology to enhance the attraction of lightning before it strikes, offering a larger radius of protection. It is widely used in industrial plants, commercial buildings, and high-rise structures.

3. Mesh System (Faraday Cage)

A network of interconnected conductors forms a cage around a structure, ensuring even distribution of lightning current. This system is ideal for sensitive installations like power plants and communication towers.

Why Choose Power Ark Engineering for Lightning Protection in Bangladesh?

1. Expertise and Experience

With years of experience in electrical and lightning protection systems, Power Ark Engineering provides customized solutions tailored to diverse industries and infrastructures.

2. Compliance with International Standards

All installations adhere to IEC, NFPA, and BNBC safety standards, ensuring maximum efficiency and safety.

3. Advanced Technology and High-Quality Materials

We use premium-grade materials such as high-conductivity copper, aluminum, and corrosion-resistant grounding electrodes to ensure durability and effectiveness.

4. Comprehensive Site Assessment and Design

Our team conducts detailed site surveys to design an optimal lightning protection plan based on building specifications and environmental conditions.

5. Affordable and Reliable Solutions

We offer cost-effective LPS solutions without compromising on quality, ensuring the best protection within your budget.

Industries We Serve

1. Residential Buildings

Protect homes from fire hazards and electrical failures due to lightning strikes.

2. Commercial Complexes

Ensure the safety of office buildings, shopping malls, and hotels with advanced LPS solutions.

3. Industrial Facilities

Prevent production losses and equipment damage in factories, power plants, and warehouses.

4. Telecommunication Towers

Safeguard antennas and transmission networks from lightning-induced damage.

5. Educational and Healthcare Institutions

Ensure uninterrupted operations in schools, universities, hospitals, and research centers.

Steps to Install a Lightning Protection System

Site Inspection and Risk Assessment

Identifying vulnerable points and assessing the level of risk.

System Design and Planning

Developing a customized LPS layout based on building height, material, and environmental conditions.

Material Selection

Choosing high-quality conductors, grounding rods, and surge protectors for durability and efficiency.

Installation and Testing

Deploying expert engineers to install and test the system for compliance with safety standards.

Maintenance and Periodic Inspection

Regular maintenance ensures the system remains effective over time.

Conclusion

A well-designed lightning protection system is essential to safeguard buildings, electrical systems, and lives in Bangladesh. Power Ark Engineering is a trusted partner for designing, installing, and maintaining state-of-the-art LPS solutions that comply with international safety standards. Whether you need protection for a residential building, commercial establishment, or industrial facility, our expert team is ready to provide the best lightning protection system tailored to your needs.

Contact Us

For professional lightning protection system installation in Bangladesh, get in touch with Power Ark Engineering today. Let us help you secure your property and ensure safety against lightning hazards.

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Lightning Protection Price in Bangladesh

Bangladesh – Ensuring SafetyLightning Protection System in with Power Ark Engineering

Introduction

Bangladesh experiences frequent thunderstorms and lightning strikes due to its geographical location. Every year, thousands of people, animals, and properties suffer damage from lightning-related incidents. To mitigate these risks, an efficient Lightning Protection System (LPS) is essential. Power Ark Engineering specializes in providing advanced lightning protection solutions to safeguard homes, businesses, and industries in Bangladesh.

Understanding Lightning and Its Impact

Lightning is a natural electrostatic discharge that occurs during thunderstorms. It can cause catastrophic damage, including:

Electrical system failures

Fire hazards

Structural damage to buildings

Injury or loss of life

Due to the increasing frequency of lightning incidents, it has become crucial for buildings, factories, and telecommunication towers in Bangladesh to install reliable lightning protection systems.

Components of a Lightning Protection System

A standard Lightning Protection System (LPS) consists of several key components:

1. Air Termination System

Comprises lightning rods or air terminals placed at strategic points on a structure.

Captures the lightning strike and directs it safely through the system.

2. Down Conductors

Conductive paths that carry the lightning current from the air terminal to the ground.

Typically made of copper or aluminum for high conductivity.

3. Grounding System

Disperses the lightning energy safely into the earth.

Uses grounding electrodes such as copper rods or chemical earthing systems.

4. Surge Protection Devices (SPDs)

Prevents transient voltage surges from damaging electrical and electronic equipment.

Installed in power distribution panels, communication lines, and data centers.

5. Bonding and Equipotential Connections

Ensures all metallic parts of a structure are electrically connected.

Reduces potential differences, preventing dangerous sparks.

Why Lightning Protection is Essential in Bangladesh

Bangladesh is highly vulnerable to lightning strikes, especially during monsoon season. Key reasons why lightning protection is critical include:

High Fatality Rate: Bangladesh records one of the highest numbers of lightning-related deaths annually.

Agricultural Damage: Lightning destroys crops and kills livestock, affecting rural livelihoods.

Industrial Safety: Factories, power plants, and telecommunication towers require lightning protection to prevent operational disruptions.

Urban Infrastructure Protection: High-rise buildings, commercial complexes, and residential apartments must be safeguarded from lightning-induced fires and structural damage.

Power Ark Engineering – Your Trusted Partner in Lightning Protection

Power Ark Engineering is a leading provider of lightning protection systems in Bangladesh. We offer comprehensive solutions tailored to different sectors, including:

1. Residential Lightning Protection

Customized solutions for homes and apartments.

Advanced grounding systems to protect residents from electrical surges.

2. Industrial and Commercial Protection

Design and installation of lightning arresters for factories, warehouses, and office buildings.

Ensuring compliance with international safety standards.

3. Telecommunication and IT Infrastructure

Protection for data centers, telecom towers, and broadcasting stations.

Installation of surge protection devices to prevent data loss and system failures.

4. Educational and Healthcare Institutions

Ensuring safety in schools, universities, and hospitals.

Protection of sensitive medical and laboratory equipment from voltage surges.

Benefits of Installing a Lightning Protection System

1. Safety Assurance

Protects human lives from deadly lightning strikes.

Prevents fires and explosions in buildings.

2. Property and Asset Protection

Reduces the risk of structural damage to homes and industries.

Protects expensive electronic appliances and industrial machinery.

3. Business Continuity

Prevents downtime and financial losses due to electrical system failures.

Ensures smooth operations in industries, banks, and data centers.

4. Compliance with Regulations

Meets safety standards set by the Bangladesh National Building Code (BNBC).

Follows international best practices such as IEC and NFPA standards.

How Power Ark Engineering Ensures Effective Lightning Protection

Power Ark Engineering follows a systematic approach to designing and implementing lightning protection solutions:

Step 1: Risk Assessment and Site Survey

Conducting detailed assessments to identify vulnerabilities.

Evaluating soil conditions for effective grounding.

Step 2: Customized System Design

Developing a tailored lightning protection plan based on building specifications.

Selecting high-quality materials for maximum durability.

Step 3: Installation by Experts

Professional installation by certified engineers.

Use of state-of-the-art technology to ensure precision and safety.

Step 4: Testing and Maintenance

Periodic testing to ensure system efficiency.

Maintenance services to upgrade and repair components as needed.

Why Choose Power Ark Engineering?

Expertise & Experience: Years of industry experience in lightning protection solutions.

Certified Products: Use of internationally approved equipment for reliability.

Customized Solutions: Tailor-made LPS designs for different industries.

Affordable Pricing: Cost-effective solutions without compromising safety.

24/7 Support: Dedicated customer service for maintenance and emergencies.

Conclusion

Lightning protection is no longer an option but a necessity in Bangladesh. With the increasing number of lightning-related fatalities and property damage, Power Ark Engineering provides state-of-the-art lightning protection systems to safeguard lives and infrastructure.

Investing in a Lightning Protection System (LPS) ensures safety, business continuity, and peace of mind. Contact Power Ark Engineering today for expert consultation and the best lightning protection solutions in Bangladesh.

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Newfound Adventure

"All of which is to say: expand your horizons. Go forth and seek discovery. Some of the civilizations in the reflections will surprise you. As the bearer of Azem's crystal, you may consider your duty to see at least that much." — Hades

With the Final Days averted and the Scions disbanded, Fiona returned to her wanderings. While traveling the Azim Steppe, she took part in a ritual in which one pours fermented milk (kumis) at each of the finger-like monoliths surrounding the Dawn Throne while thinking of a goal.

To travel the rest of the world—Meracydia, the Bounty, and the New World. To make a home in Ishgard. To aide all the peoples she had met. To stop Fandaniel—which had been completed. To save the Thirteenth.

Her plans changed as the Scions coincidentally found a gate to the Thirteenth under the Bounty.

After their first excursion into the Thirteenth Shard, Fiona found she needed to change her definition of "save". Was rebalancing the aether, as they had done to the First's Empty, the correct solution? Or would a rejoining be required.

Or, something else entirely?

As she awaited more news from Y'shtola, Fiona embarked on her own research. She hypothesized that, without Hydaelyn, the remaining Shards would naturally collapse back into the Source over time. If that was the case, there would be a measurable increase in the aetheric density of new life (even after Zodiark's aether was taken into account).

She confirmed this theory with her and G'raha's newborn daughter, Salina, and from data gathered by researchers in Sharlayan. The aetheric increase that would once take millennia now took mere centuries—perhaps decades, if the rate increased.

Given this finding, the remaining Shards had a deadline. It may take centuries, but the Shards would eventually wither. With Fourchenault's help, Fiona developed a plan to form a historical, scientific, and cultural preservation group for each Shard: Project Ark. Their worlds might fade, but their history wouldn't.

The Lopporits provided another solution: letting residents from the Shards immigrate to the Source's moon before their worlds became uninhabitable. Admiral Bloefhiswyn of Limsa Lominsa also incidentally created a project of self-sustainable homesteads, using arcane mammets for most of the labor. Between the two, newcomers from the Shards could thrive in their new home.

In the meantime, Fiona would continue searching for a way to pry open a gate to all other Shards.

As usual, the solution would come from a surprising source...