#HIGH PERFORMANCE THERMAL IMAGER

[materialsscienceandengineering]

Polyetheretherketone Recycling

Polyetheretherketone (PEEK) is a thermoplastic known for its relatively high mechanical properties and chemical and thermal stability. It is used in aerospace, biomedical, and nuclear applications, among others that require high performance polymers. Because it is also relatively expensive, the ability to recycle PEEK is of high interest to these industries, but the polymer is largely disposed of in landfills or by incineration. Both mechanical and chemical recycling can be used with PEEK. However, because many of the applications of PEEK require such high performance, research is still ongoing to ensure recycled PEEK can meet the properties of virgin PEEK, and the polymer is not highly recycled at this time. Its use in the medical field, in particular, can also lead to contamination that makes recycling difficult.

Sources/Further Reading: (WasteTrade) (AZOM) (PEEK China) (2024 article)

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[spacetimewithstuartgary]

Europa Clipper: Millions of miles down, instruments deploying

NASA's Europa Clipper, which launched Oct. 14 on a journey to Jupiter's moon Europa, is already 13 million miles (20 million kilometers) from Earth. Two science instruments have deployed hardware that will remain at attention, extending out from the spacecraft, for the next decade—through the cruise to Jupiter and the entire prime mission.

A SpaceX Falcon Heavy rocket launched it away from Earth's gravity, and now the spacecraft is zooming along at 22 miles per second (35 kilometers per second) relative to the sun.

Europa Clipper is the largest spacecraft NASA has ever developed for a planetary mission. It will travel 1.8 billion miles (2.9 billion kilometers) to arrive at Jupiter in 2030 and in 2031 will begin a series of 49 flybys, using a suite of instruments to gather data that will tell scientists if the icy moon and its internal ocean have the conditions needed to harbor life.

For now, the information mission teams are receiving from the spacecraft is strictly engineering data (the science will come later), telling them how the hardware is operating. Things are looking good. The team has a checklist of actions the spacecraft needs to take as it travels deeper into space.

Boom times

Shortly after launch, the spacecraft deployed its massive solar arrays, which extend the length of a basketball court. Next on the list was the magnetometer's boom, which uncoiled from a canister mounted on the spacecraft body, extending a full 28 feet (8.5 meters).

To confirm that all went well with the boom deployment, the team relied on data from the magnetometer's three sensors. Once the spacecraft is at Jupiter, these sensors will measure the magnetic field around Europa, both confirming the presence of the ocean thought to be under the moon's icy crust and telling scientists about its depth and salinity.

On the radar

After the magnetometer, the spacecraft deployed several antennas for the radar instrument. Now extending crosswise from the solar arrays, the four high-frequency antennas form what look like two long poles, each measuring 57.7 feet (17.6 meters) long. Eight rectangular very-high-frequency antennas, each 9 feet (2.76 meters) long, were also deployed—two on the two solar arrays.

"It's an exciting time on the spacecraft, getting these key deployments done," said Europa Clipper project manager Jordan Evans of NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory in Southern California. "Most of what the team is focusing on now is understanding the small, interesting things in the data that help them understand the behavior of the spacecraft on a deeper level. That's really good to see."

Instrument checkout

The remaining seven instruments will be powered on and off through December and January so that engineers can check their health. Several instruments, including the visible imager and the gas and dust mass spectrometers, will keep their protective covers closed for the next three or so years to guard against potential damage from the sun during Europa Clipper's time in the inner solar system.

Mars-bound

Once all the instruments and engineering subsystems have been checked out, mission teams will shift their focus to Mars. On March 1, 2025, Europa Clipper will reach Mars's orbit and begin to loop around the Red Planet, using the planet's gravity to gain speed. (This effect is similar to how a ball thrown at a moving train will bounce off the train in another direction at a higher speed.) Mission navigators have already completed one trajectory correction maneuver, as planned, to get the spacecraft on the precise course.

At Mars, scientists plan to turn on the spacecraft's thermal imager to capture multicolored images of Mars as a test operation. They also plan to collect data with the radar instrument so engineers can be sure it's operating as expected.

The spacecraft will perform another gravity assist in December 2026, swooping by Earth before making the remainder of the long journey to the Jupiter system. At that time, the magnetometer will measure Earth's magnetic field, calibrating the instrument.

IMAGE: An artist’s concept of NASA’s Europa Clipper shows the spacecraft in silhouette against Europa’s surface, with the magnetometer boom fully deployed at top and the antennas for the radar instrument extending out from the solar arrays. Credit: NASA/JPL-Caltech

[techtuv]

The innovation of drones has revolutionized the maintenance and protection of power lines, especially under challenging conditions. Equipped with high-resolution cameras, thermal imaging sensors, and LIDAR technology, drones can quickly and accurately inspect power lines for damage, corrosion, and overgrown vegetation.

In regions where weather conditions are harsh, such as high altitudes, icy terrains, or storm-prone areas, drones provide a safe and effective alternative to traditional methods that often put human lives at risk.

They can navigate difficult terrains and provide real-time data, allowing maintenance teams to identify and address potential issues before they escalate into major problems.

Additionally, drones can be used to deliver tools and materials, perform small repairs, and even take proactive measures against wildlife interference, ensuring the continuous and safe operation of power infrastructure without the need for prolonged outages or dangerous human intervention.

This capability not only enhances operational efficiency but also significantly reduces maintenance costs and improves the reliability of power supply in challenging environments.

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[republicsecurity]

Helmet Capabilities

The standard-issue helmet for the cadets in the Enforcer Academy is a multifunctional headgear designed to provide protection, communication, and situational awareness. The helmet is an integral component of the full-body armor system and offers the following capabilities:

Protection and Construction

Material: Constructed from a composite of high-strength polymers and lightweight alloys, the helmet offers excellent ballistic protection while remaining lightweight.

Ergonomics: The interior is padded with adjustable, high-density foam to ensure a secure and comfortable fit for extended wear.

Visor System

Retractable Visor: The helmet features a retractable, polycarbonate visor that can be deployed or retracted with a simple voice command or manual switch. The visor is impact-resistant and provides full facial protection.

Heads-Up Display (HUD): When the visor is deployed, it functions as a transparent display, overlaying critical information directly onto the user's field of vision. The HUD includes data such as ID overlays of other cadets, navigation aids, environmental readings, and communication messages.

Communication

Integrated Communications Suite: The helmet is equipped with a built-in communication system, allowing for helmet-to-helmet communication among cadets and instructors. This includes individual, group, and broadcast modes.

External Noise Control: The helmet can either fully block outside noise or allow selective sounds, such as authorized speech, to pass through. This feature ensures clear communication while maintaining situational awareness.

Sensory Input Management

Noise Dampening: Blocks out external noise when necessary, with adjustable settings to allow selective auditory input.

Visual Filters: Can dim, block or enhance visual input based on the cadet’s environment, reducing sensory overload.

AI Monitoring: The helmet’s integrated AI monitors conversations, filtering out unauthorized or harmful communications and providing real-time feedback.

Sensors and Monitoring

Environmental Sensors: The helmet includes sensors to monitor external conditions such as temperature, humidity, and air quality, providing real-time data to the wearer and the command center.

Biometric Monitoring: The helmet continuously monitors vital signs, including heart rate, respiration, and stress levels, transmitting this data to the central monitoring system.

Safety and Security

Neck Seal: The helmet features an airtight neck seal that integrates with the body armor, ensuring a complete protective barrier against hazardous environments.

Additional Features

Night Vision and Thermal Imaging: The helmet is equipped with night vision and thermal imaging capabilities, allowing for enhanced visibility in low-light or obscured conditions.

Custom Fit: The padding and internal structure can be adjusted to fit various head sizes and shapes, ensuring a custom fit for each cadet.

Usage and Maintenance

Battery Life: The helmet's power supply is integrated with the suit's main power system, providing continuous operation for up to five days without recharging.

Maintenance: Regular maintenance includes cleaning the visor, checking the seals, and ensuring the communication systems are functioning properly. Maintenance protocols are outlined in the standard operating procedure manual.

Remote Control and Safety Features

Instructor Control: Instructors can remotely control helmet functions, including visual and auditory inputs, to ensure cadet safety and compliance.

Emergency Lockdown: The helmet can immobilize the cadet’s head and control movements via the neural interface in critical situations.

Usage Parameters

Operational Duration: Designed for continuous use up to 7 days, with standard operational periods of 5 days.

Maintenance Cycle: Requires a maintenance check and recalibration after each operational cycle to ensure optimal performance.

[tanksandbeyond]

The Teledyne Continental High Performance "Super M60" prototype during trials at The Basic School in Quantico, Virginia, October 1981.

Put briefly, the "Super M60" was an upgrade for the M60 offered by Teledyne Continental Motors' General Products Division. It offered increased levels of armor protection, a much more powerful engine, improved transmission, a lower profile cupola, while also incorporating the AN/VVS-2 thermal imaging system and AN/VVG-2 laser rangefinder from the M60A3 TTS. Only one prototype was ever made due to a lack of orders or interest domestically and internationally.

[formulatrash]

hi :)

so people (toto wolff) are saying that the cars are black to save weight, but aren't they still painted black? i mean the car is shiny and all, it's not just bits of exposed carbon fibre...

how can it save weight but still be painted?

is it because all cars are painted black as a ground colour and then other colours would be painted additionally on top?

hello! this is a good question. 

the cars are all basically black underneath, because the bodies are made of high-performance carbonfibre compounds. carbonfibre is what a whole family of materials are called but they tend to come out black or grey (because of the carbon) so that’s just the natural colour of the material when it’s produced.

Mercedes have then applied what looks like some kind of vinyl (or other similar material) to the car down the centre and top of the nose and on part of the floor around the ...well, the not-sidepods and also right at the top on the air intake and engine cover. let me get an image for CSI-style Sharpening purposes.

as you can see, there’s that glossier texture at the top, where it’s been wrapped or painted but everywhere you can see that diagonal striation is bare carbon fibre. because F1 teams are very clever, the striations will have been formed so they probably play a minor aerodynamic role.

there’s the small amount of paint or vinyl where there’s the PETRONAS and then again with the silver and teal swoops but otherwise it’s naked from the TeamViewer down. 

here’s the nose view, where you can see there’s just a strip of paint down the centre, followed by the bare carbon fibre. so the majority of the colour you’re seeing on the car is indeed totally bare carbon fibre. 

if an F1 car’s completely painted then allegedly that can add about 6kg. I suspect that’s a worst-case scenario if you were using the heaviest paint possible but even so, stripping off lots of paint is a weight-saving measure. 

F1 teams spend a lot of time developing their paints (literally, there are people whose job it is) because of their weight and also the effect they can have on a car’s thermal management. got a paint that limits heat dissipation over your engine cover? you have problems. I should do a whole bit about this some time. 

but the short version is: yes, Mercedes has stripped enough paint off their car that it will be a significant weight saving.

[shopping-house]

Ultra-X Night Vision Goggles

Ultra-X Night Vision Goggles: Revolutionizing Nighttime Visibility

In the world of night vision technology, Ultra-X Night Vision Goggles stand out as a groundbreaking advancement, offering unparalleled clarity and functionality for a variety of applications. Whether for military operations, wildlife observation, or nighttime navigation, these goggles are setting new standards in night vision capabilities.

Cutting-Edge Technology The Ultra-X Night Vision Goggles utilize state-of-the-art infrared imaging and digital enhancement technologies to provide superior vision in the darkest environments. Unlike traditional night vision devices that rely on ambient light amplification, the Ultra-X goggles integrate advanced thermal imaging sensors. This dual-mode functionality allows users to switch between image intensification and thermal vision, providing optimal visibility regardless of the lighting conditions.

Superior Optics and Ergonomics One of the key features of the Ultra-X Night Vision Goggles is their high-definition optics. These goggles offer a wide field of view and high-resolution displays that produce clear and sharp images. The lenses are coated with anti-reflective materials to minimize glare and enhance contrast, ensuring that users can detect even the faintest movements in their surroundings.

The design of the Ultra-X goggles prioritizes comfort and usability. They are lightweight, with adjustable straps and padding to ensure a secure and comfortable fit for prolonged use. The intuitive control interface allows users to easily adjust settings such as brightness, contrast, and zoom, even while wearing gloves.

Versatile Applications Ultra-X Night Vision Goggles are designed for a broad range of applications. In military and law enforcement contexts, they provide a tactical advantage by enhancing night-time operations, enabling personnel to navigate and engage targets with precision. For hunters and wildlife enthusiasts, these goggles offer the ability to observe nocturnal animals in their natural habitats without disturbing them.

Additionally, the Ultra-X goggles are valuable in search and rescue missions, providing rescuers with the ability to locate individuals in low-light conditions. They are also beneficial for maritime navigation, allowing sailors to detect obstacles and navigate safely during night voyages.

Durability and Reliability Built to withstand harsh environments, the Ultra-X Night Vision Goggles are rugged and water-resistant, making them suitable for use in a variety of conditions, from rain to desert sandstorms. Their battery life is optimized for extended missions, with options for rechargeable batteries and power-saving modes to ensure they remain operational when needed most.

Conclusion The Ultra-X Night Vision Goggles represent a significant leap forward in night vision technology. Their combination of cutting-edge optics, user-friendly design, and versatile functionality make them an essential tool for professionals and enthusiasts alike. As night vision technology continues to evolve, the Ultra-X goggles are poised to remain at the forefront, offering users an unprecedented level of clarity and performance in the dark.

[mephitsguidetothemultiverse]

Hello. This is Archivist Jax. I was told a reference image was required for Skettil for this assignment. I do not have reference images of the Skettil because Mephit is behind on acquisitions paperwork for this project. Instead, have this drawing of an approximate shape of what a single Skettil looks like in their famous "compact" form. Don't be fooled, the model I sketched is the size of a bus and is hiding 250+ legs, pincers, claws, and various appendages underneath the portion of shell behind their head. I refuse to draw any unfolded version as each looks like a nightmare unless you're ready for it. A few more fun facts about these guys because they're one of my favorite things in the entire Multiverse:

Their mouth is on the bottom of their head. It is backwards facing so that the individual's appendages can grab food it walks over and push it into its mouth. When in space flight, they can depressurize their mouths to eat space gas and rocks, although they do not always eat at all. This is exactly as gross to watch as it sounds.

It is incredibly heavy. Like several hundred tons heavy. This makes fuel costs for transporting them expensive. As such, Skettil who have bound themselves as part of a ship's crew (generally navigation as they can survive in open space by curling into a pressurized multichambered ball and are also Ley sensitive enough to guide most ships) are one of three at most on average ships and ten at most on average space stations.

On a related note, all Skettil have wings and can perform Ley based space flight outside of a ship, but they are too heavy to fly very high or far. Instead, the Skettil have sophisticated and powerful rockets based on a fungal fuel engine they use to launch themselves for flight. If they are going spaceward, this then means they use the end momentum to fly to just below orbit. Next they release a held burst of air in a "shout" that acts and sounds like a jet engine to get all the way into orbit. Finally, they slingshot from orbit in the direction of the Ley Path or planet/moon they wish to go to next and settle in for long flight. The aforementioned space junk they eat in flight? Processed into a gas they shoot as jets to make necessary in-flight adjustments.

They don't always eat because they have three different sailcloth like organs they can spread to absorb solar, nuclear, thermal, and electromagnetic energy and process it. It is believed this was an adaptation to prevent their overeating as megafauna themselves. The Skettil seem to indicate this is how they became scavengers who process the remains of larger megafauna from Skettilex Prime into compost.

They all paint their shells in lieu of names as they have only a visual language and not a spoken one. However, since Skettil have a hierarchy of sorts based on age and size, and they never stop growing until they die, there exists one exception to this rule. The Elders, Sages, and Judges respectively are the categories of the third, second and first largest categories of Skettil. Each of these has a position of authority and a domain over which they are responsible for maintaining balance. As such, they have a sound of authority they make in order to announce use of their authority in the most trying of times. This sound, or rather its onomatopoeia, acts as a name for these esteemed Skettil.

Lastly and most importantly to me, they are all one gender. Each Skettil has a personal cycle of of going from asexual to an egg layer to asexual to an egg fertilizer. All of this happens by laying and spraying eggs in a method that is actually one of the least upsetting things to watch a Skettil do when not completely compact. That all said, Skettil have learned of other genders besides their unigender and have come to understand the concept of gender identity. The entire population of Skettil in the known universe have since come out as identifying as a race of men, despite having no genetic male of their species. Thus, these giant beetle puppies are also all transgender. As such, they have become a symbol of transgender pride in Universe 78735-Zala.

Last, if you're wondering why there isn't a catalogue number... Mephit is behind on acquisitions so I can't actually archive my own communications across the multiverse in our archive, ok? Not a big deal, I can just pin this to your local space time so you can read it anyways. Good luck, keep going, and goodbye for now.

[killjoyhistory]

“Stay Tuned…”: A Follow-Up

girlautomatic:

Alright, boys and girls, here is what we’ve come up with so far, loosely organized by channel and then a MISC section for everything else. I know this whole thing might not add up to any super-special mystery, but it’s fun to talk about, no? And, as one of the commenters brought up, Gerard did say he wanted it to be something fun.

So! What’s been guessed at so far:

Channel 0: I’m referring to the blank yellow channel that appears to be off, but still shows some kind of signal. It’s like the “home” channel.

RFDD: Looks like your standard issue NTSC Test Pattern or Test Card, down to that annoying single high-pitched beeeeeeeeeeee… No idea what the acronym/abbreviation might mean, though.

BLND: Screen also looks like a Test Card, but more in the style of the Indian Style Test Card, except it’s got a smiling mouse-like creature that appears to have a bullet hole through the head. (I could be wrong?) Tumblr User Leedek suggested that BLND might stand for “Bland”, as in elevator music. The song is likely in the bossa nova style (and decidedly not that bland) but nobody’s been able to figure out what the name of it is yet. It also appears to start out loud but progressively fade as the song continues.

WKIL: Thermal imaging of a man seen from the profile view. If you stay on this screen long enough, the man will change various colors, eventually looping back to the starting point. There’s also a lot of static noise going on, but underneath it one can ear the sound of a drumbeat similar to “Cemetery Drive”, along with possibly the sound of horns or someone singing. User Clarev raised the question that perhaps it has to do with announcing the arrival of a new drummer. Personally, I think it’s more about announcing their return to their more punkish roots after the huge theatrical performance that was The Black Parade. It could be both. It could be nothing. Who knows? Also, no idea what the acronym/abbreviation might mean.

KLSK: Leedek suggested that perhaps this stands for “Classic”, and it rather makes sense. The screen features what is either a radioactive symbol or one of those old-school recording reels. It’s also got “KLSK” written on one of the yellow “rays” while the other two look either muddy or bloody. Also, I feel kind of old for knowing this (though I’m only 23), but the song playing is America’s “A Horse with no Name”. It’s actually a pretty cool jam.

HRBT: Another Test Card screen! I’ve got no similarity equivalent for this one, although I did think for a while that it looked a bit like Test Card F. (If you’ve seen the British show Life on Mars, you might recognize the girl and doll in the middle.) They don’t really look that much alike, though… A couple of you suggested that this abbreviation is for “Heartbeat”, especially since it features what appears to be a lifeline barely visible in the middle of the Test Card, and the beeping sounded perhaps like a heart monitor. Others of you suggested that it probably wasn’t a heart monitor, since that would be so 2006. XD I initially thought it might’ve been Morse Code, but I quickly tossed that out when it only produced gibberish. My history of spending time in hospitals says it does sound familiar, especially since real electrocardiograms (aka, heart monitors) tend not to sound the way they do on TV. (No patient would be able to sleep if they did!) It makes me think of those machines that measure pulse, blood pressure and the body’s oxygen level. The name of it escapes me right now.

MISC: User Eric Lee pointed out that the counters go up to 59 and then restart. Does that mean it’s a clock? (There was also a comment about Halloween, but I didn’t quite understand the connection. I’m sorry. D:) There’s also the fact that the counters are counting up, at various speeds, as opposed to counting down to something. There’s also still the acronym/abbreviation of PTTP on the bottom…

Questions: - What exactly is the machine? Is it a portable television? A radio? Some futuristic alien scanner? - Why are they delighting in melting our brains? - Has anyone thought of scouring the internet to see if any side sites have popped up? I remember during The Great TBP Mystery of 2006, that in addition to the main MCR site, there was a side site for The Black Parade that was all sorts of weird for a while. (It’s since gone down completely, along with the creepy variation that was just a dead flatline around the time that The Black Parade is Dead! came out. Maybe there’s something hiding out there? I’ve got the Disqus comment app enabled, and it has OpenID, so you can probably sign in with your Tumblr. (Plus, it offers more word/character space! :D) Don’t pay too much attention to the question at the end of this long post; I just needed a way to enable answers again for those more comfortable using that. (But if you get the reference, you win an internet cookie.) ETA: I was skimming other Tumblr posts and found this take on the WKIL channel from user Wind-Addiction: WKIL - a very strange one: there’s a heatscan-looking image of the silhouette of a man’s head along with a bar of colors. the man changes colors/heats up and cools down over the course of a few minutes. someone suggested the cooling of the body means he’s dead. someone said that the channel is the name of an old pirate radio station called WeKill from the 80s. another said the man was alfred Hitchcock. idk. audio is radio static fading in and out, beeps, possibly some music in the background, which would confirm the pirate radio theory.

You can read the full post here. Why is a raven like a writing desk?

Some of this information is now outdated, but it still offers a great description of the mysterious transmitter and the different images and recordings. It’s also a perfect example of the mystery and scrutiny that defined the beginning of the DD era.

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#Onthisday: Sept 6th, 2018

Title: Cuteness Member - Xtianz

Here's another HTF OC to be joined, Xtianz and his suited Zeon Armor the armored "Zaku II Kai"! 🙂

Zaku II Kai Xtianz Came from the real: MS-06FZ Zaku II Kai

Armament(s):

• 3-slot Grenade Rack Stored on the right hip of the Zaku for convenient access are three hand grenades. The Zaku Kai's grenades were more compact than the "cracker" grenades used by the original Zaku. While not very powerful or accurate, they're capable of performing different roles in the battle.

• Shoulder Shield The shield is a simple defense used to block most incoming ballistic and explosive projectiles. Also used to great effect in close quarters battle with enemy mobile suits. The Zaku II Kai mounts a shield on its right shoulder.

• MMP-80 90mm Machine Gun The upgraded version of the MMP-78 120mm Machine Gun. It used 90mm bullets instead of 120mm type, allowing for a greater speed of firing and a higher rate of penetration. The machine gun is magazine-fed with 32 rounds per mag. The MMP-80 was also integrated with a grenade launcher under its barrel for more firepower.

• Grenade Launcher The MMP-80 is fitted with an underslung grenade launcher. The grenade wasn't very effective against large ships, but was an ideal mid-range anti-mobile suit weapon.

• 120mm Machine Gun The 120mm machine gun is a standard weapon for Zaku type mobile suits. It is a shell firing gun that does not require energy to be used, however its effectiveness against heavy armor is very limited. It holds 100 rounds per drum with spare drums that can be stored on waist armor racks.

• Heat Hawk An axe-shaped close combat weapon, it uses a super-heated blade to cut through the armor of enemies and/or vehicles. The thermal energy is generated by the power output of the Zaku II's thermonuclear reactor and relayed through the armored hands. The Heat Hawk used by Zaku II Kai is modified with an extendable handle for longer reach in close quarter combat.

• Heat Sword A melee weapon originally developed for the Gouf line of mobile suits. Like the Zaku's heat tomahawk the heat sword is a blade that is heated to high temperatures in order to increase it's cutting capacity. The Heat Sword was designed after a broadsword so its blade is longer than the tomahawk allowing for a greater range of attack.

• H&L-SB25K/280mmA-P Zaku Bazooka The 280mm Zaku Bazooka was another standard weapon that could be equipped to a Zaku type mobile suit. The bazooka fired explosive rounds that were quite effective against the armor of Earth Federation mobile suits and battleships.

• Sturm Faust An explosive weapon with a rocket propelled warhead, it was designed before the beginning of the One Year War as an anti-ship weapon. Useful both in space and under gravity, it was mainly deployed for anti-ship attacks. The Sturm Faust likely made a good anti-armor suit weapon, could be equipped with both a Sturm Faust and a more typical ranged weapon for greater versatility. As a non-guided weapon, it is difficult to hit targets with high mobility.

• Shield The shield is a thick sheet of armor designed to take severe punishment that would normally destroy a mobile suit. Since the introduction of beam weaponry, shields have been treated with an anti-beam coating allowing it to withstand several beam shots before the coating wears off. Typically physical shields can only take so much damage before they succumb to the pressure and break.

Special Equipment(s) / Feature(s):

• Zaku II Kai's Mask An exact replica of the original Zaku II Kai head and a special optional accessory that can be worn on his/her face. With built in signature mono-eye w/ all feature needs, like night vision, smart target detector, a snorkel prevents all sorts of harmful smoke/gas and good used for underwater diving surface, etc...

Xtianz (HTF OC) - owned by Xtianzarts (dA) Armor (Mobile Suit Gundam 0080: War in the Pocket) - Gundam Series © SUNRISE, Sotsu

[galetech]

Top Wholesale Surveillance CCTV Camera Brands in India

In India, the demand for surveillance CCTV cameras has been steadily increasing due to the growing awareness of security needs in both residential and commercial settings. With numerous brands competing in the market, let's explore some of the top wholesale surveillance CCTV camera brands in India:

Hikvision: Hikvision is one of the most well-known and trusted brands in the surveillance industry. They offer a wide range of CCTV cameras, including IP cameras, dome cameras, bullet cameras, and PTZ cameras. Hikvision is known for its high-quality products, advanced features, and reliable performance, making them a popular choice for wholesale purchases.

Dahua Technology: Dahua is another prominent player in the Indian surveillance market. They are recognized for their innovative solutions, such as AI-powered cameras, thermal cameras, and advanced video analytics. Dahua's products cater to various industry needs, making them a preferred option for wholesalers and system integrators.

CP Plus: CP Plus is an Indian brand that has gained significant popularity in the surveillance domain. They offer a wide range of cameras, including HD cameras, IP cameras, and wireless cameras, along with DVRs and NVRs. CP Plus focuses on affordability without compromising on quality, which has contributed to its success in the wholesale market.

Bosch Security Systems: Bosch is a global player with a strong presence in the Indian market. Their surveillance cameras are known for their durability, advanced technology, and seamless integration with other security systems. Bosch caters to various applications, from small businesses to large enterprises.

Evoke Hi Tech: Evoke Hi Tech is a renowned brand in the electronics industry and has a significant share in the surveillance camera market. They provide high-resolution cameras, low-light cameras, and advanced PTZ cameras suitable for various surveillance needs. Evoke Hi Tech's cameras are preferred for their image quality and reliability.

Samsung: Samsung, a well-known consumer electronics brand, also offers a range of surveillance cameras in India. Their cameras come equipped with advanced features like digital image stabilization, thermal imaging, and smart analytics, making them an attractive choice for wholesale buyers.

Honeywell: Honeywell is a global conglomerate with a strong presence in the security and surveillance sector. They offer a diverse range of CCTV cameras, including dome cameras, bullet cameras, and panoramic cameras. Honeywell's cameras are known for their rugged design and cutting-edge technology.

These brands have earned their reputation in the Indian market by consistently delivering high-quality, reliable surveillance solutions. When purchasing wholesale CCTV cameras, it's essential to consider factors like camera type, resolution, lens options, and additional features to ensure they meet specific security requirements.

[usafphantom2]

Russia did not use its Su-57 fighters in the war against Ukraine

Fernando Valduga By Fernando Valduga 05/05/2023 - 16:00 in Military, War Zones

The Air Force of the Ukrainian Armed Forces did not register the use of Su-57 aircraft by Russians in the territory of Ukraine.

“They have a Su-75 jet, which they showed in exhibitions, and there is also the Su-57 fighter, the first with one engine and the second with two. They are superplanes, as they already call it there, of the 'sixth generation'...", said the spokesman of the Ukrainian Air Force, Colonel Yurii Ihnat, during a briefing at the Ukraine-Ukrinform media center. “More than once, the Russian media wrote that they had already shown something on the front line, that they had thrown bombs and rockets somewhere. But the Ukrainian Air Force did not record the use of these aircraft in air aggression against Ukraine."

According to Ihnat, it cannot be ruled out that the Russians have used them remotely (for the air defense of Ukraine, the occupants' aircraft are only marks on the radar).

At the same time, the spokesman for the Ukrainian Air Force noted that the Russian Federation has enough other aircraft (Su-30SM, Su-35, Su-34, Su-25) and helicopters (Ka-52), which are used ?? more often on the front line. These are Russian aircraft far superior to Ukrainian ones in terms of technology and number.

According to the colonel, the air forces of all countries in the world are not betting on what Russia boasts in the air shows (execution of some maneuvers).

For example, the U.S., which is the leading manufacturer of combat aircraft, including the F-35 and F-22, is betting on new technologies "who sees who first and uses weapons [is who will] destroy the enemy first."

This approach, according to him, differs from Russia's focus on showing the performance of aircraft in air shows and instead emphasizes the use of cutting-edge technology to obtain a decisive advantage in combat.

Su-75.

Although Ihnat stated that the Su-57 and Su-75 are sixth-generation aircraft, they are actually classified as fifth-generation aircraft. Currently, the Russian Air Force operates the fifth-generation Su-57 aircraft, while the Su-75 is still on the clipboard, without having officially performed a flight.

However, it is not entirely clear why a high-ranking Ukrainian officer believes that the Russian military is currently operating the Su-75 aircraft.

Although the Russian media previously claimed the deployment of Su-57 fighters in operations targeting Ukrainian positions, there were no reports from the state media about the involvement of Su-75 in the ongoing conflict.

Source: Pravda

Tags: Military AviationRFSAF - Russian Federation Aerospace Force/Russian Aerospace ForceSu-75Sukhoi Su-57 FelonWar Zones - Russia/Ukraine

Fernando Valduga

Fernando Valduga

Aviation photographer and pilot since 1992, has participated in several events and air operations, such as Cruzex, AirVenture, Daytona Airshow and FIDAE. He has works published in specialized aviation magazines in Brazil and abroad. Uses Canon equipment during his photographic work around the world of aviation.

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Primary investigation on ram-rotor detonation engine

Detonation is a supersonic combustion wave, characterized by a shock wave driven by the energy release from closely coupled chemical reactions. It is a typical form of pressure gain combustion, converting chemical energy into thrust efficiently. The concept of harnessing detonation to improve thermodynamic cycle efficiency and enhance the performance of aerospace propulsion systems has been a subject of interest for many years. Since the 1950s, various types of detonation engines have been proposed, including pulse detonation engines, oblique detonation engines, and rotating detonation engines. However, these three types of detonation engines encounter challenges such as poor thrust continuity, high starting Mach numbers, and insufficient performance gains, which limit the widespread application of detonation propulsion technology.

In a recent article featured in the Chinese Journal of Aeronautics, Dr. Haocheng Wen and Prof. Bing Wang from Tsinghua University proposed a new concept for detonative propulsion, called the Ram-Rotor Detonation Engine, which is expected to break through the limitations of the above-mentioned detonation engines.

“The original intention of developing this new engine is to improve the structures of rotating detonation engines,” said Dr. Haocheng Wen, “this concept is also inspired by the ram-rotor compressor.” The ram-rotor detonation engine, abbreviated as RRDE, mainly consists of a rotating rotor with blades, and a stationary casing. The blades on the rotor are distributed in a helical symmetric manner. The combustible mixture undergoes compression, detonation combustion, and expansion within the variable cross-sectional channels between the blades.

The authors performed primary theoretical and numerical investigation on the RRDE. They established a theoretical model to analyze the relationship between the propulsion performance and parameters such as inlet velocity, rotor rim velocity, and equivalence ratio. It is indicated that for the stoichiometric hydrogen/air mixture, the total pressure gain of RRDE can exceed 3. Furthermore, they also conducted numerical simulations on the typical structure of RRDE and obtained the characteristic flow field and propulsion performance of engine. Their simulation results demonstrate that the detonation wave can stabilize and remain stationary within the blades by the given configuration, and can adapt to the variations in parameters such as the equivalence ratio within a certain range. “Our study primarily verifies the performance benefits and operation feasibility of the RRDE.” said Dr. Haocheng Wen.

The authors believe that the RRDE has several advantages, including a simple and compact structure, high efficiency, and the adaptability to a wide-range of flight Mach number. However, they also candidly acknowledge that the realization of the RRDE is confronted with numerous challenges that demand resolution, such as the stabilization mechanism of detonation wave, supersonic boundary layer interference, implementation of high-speed rotor, as well as thermal protection, etc. “Our team is conducting ongoing research on key scientific and engineering issues in RRDE.” said Prof. Bing Wang. They expect the RRDE can provide high-performance propulsion for the supersonic vehicles in the future.

IMAGE: Conceptual scheme of a supersonic vehicle using the ram-rotor detonation engine Credit Chinese Journal of Aeronautics

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Empowering lithium battery production line, revealing Second Intelligent's “smart” engine

● New Energy Power Battery Core Coating Project ●

Thanks to the explosive development of the new energy automobile industry, the lithium battery also ushered in a period of rapid development. Shenzhen Second Intelligent Equipment Co., Ltd (Second Intelligent) lithium battery gluing machine equipment is based on the new energy lithium battery packaging section, through the core, side plate, end plate, insulating sheet, etc. to glue to achieve bonding, sealing, thermal conductivity and other functions, its performance requirements and stability have reached the international leading level.

In 2023, Second Intelligent provided more than 20 sets of gluing machine equipments for 3 production lines of a new energy power battery manufacturer, which helped it to further improve the production efficiency, meet the market demand for production capacity, and escort the stability of product quality, and helped the customer to rapidly expand the market share!

New energy, new opportunities!

With the new energy vehicle market penetration rate continues to increase corresponds to the global power battery manufacturing continues to expand. Currently, the demand for power batteries is “blowout” explosive growth. Industry data predicts that the global electric vehicle sales of 23.3 million units in 2025, corresponding to the demand for power batteries amounted to 1,691GWh.

2021-2025 power battery demand CAGR of nearly 48%.

| Adhesive technology in the battery system application point

The power battery is the "heart" of new energy vehicles. It refers to the rechargeable battery system used in new energy vehicles to provide power sources. The battery cell is the smallest unit of a battery system. Multiple battery cells form a module, and multiple modules form a battery pack. This is the basic structure of automotive power batteries.

Behind the rapid development of the industry is the continuous technological refinement of the manufacturing process and supporting equipment. Among the many key processes and materials, new energy power battery cell gluing as one of the most important processes in the assembly process, how to improve the precision of gluing,

Stability and automation has become the focus of industry attention.

To solve the reliability of new energy vehicle batteries, it is necessary to deal with the “core gluing” problem. Therefore, the well-known brands of new energy power battery cell suppliers in all aspects of the screening is very strict.

New energy power battery market demand soars, and lithium-ion coating machine as an important battery core production equipment, its market demand is also increasing. At present, in the domestic new energy automobile industry chain rapid development background, lithium-ion coating machine development trend is good.

| Choosing Second Intelligent to build new energy power battery cell coating project together

After seventeen years of technological precipitation and innovation, customizable solutions, professional design, fast delivery and excellent service, Second Intelligent has gradually established a brand image of high quality, credibility and service in the industry. Against this background, the new energy power battery manufacturer finally chose Second Intelligent.

The new energy power battery manufacturer finally selected Second Intelligent as the new energy power battery core coating supplier, the two sides of the team strong combination, around the site environment and process technology needs, from the early equipment program planning to the late equipment on-line always maintain close communication and cooperation.

Since December 2022, after receiving the customer's new energy power battery cell coating project procurement needs, the team composed of R&D, engineering, after-sales, project and sales of Second Intelligent, responded to the customer's needs in a timely manner, decomposed the customer's needs, carried out product validation, and efficiently linked the functions of various sections within the company, closely communicated with the customer and finalized the program.

Communicate closely with the customer and finalize the details of the program. Second Intelligent team and customer team keep online meeting about 2 times a week to continuously optimize the solution design.

In March and April 2023, the equipment for this project was delivered in stages. Due to the imperfect supporting facilities of the manufacturer affected the commissioning time, Sechun technicians actively cooperated with the customer, overcame the difficulties with the customer, chased the progress, and compressed the commissioning time from the original plan of 1 month to 10 days. Due to the tight time,

Due to the tight time and heavy task, the technicians worked overtime and sprinted with all their strength, and finally the equipment was put into normal use according to the original date and the task was successfully completed. The debugging personnel stationed at the customer's production site, set up night shift rotation, always focusing on the customer, and the spirit of continuous fighting were fully affirmed by the customer.

It shows the team spirit of hard work and excellence of Second Intelligent people.

This is not only due to the exploration and development of Second Intelligent team, but also inseparable from the customer's high trust to Second Intelligent. In the process of project communication between the two sides, the customer always encourages Second Intelligentteam to give full play to the technical advantages in the lithium equipment overall solutions for the new energy power battery core gluing process to provide new technology,

New ideas to solve the industry automation and industrialization problems. In the end, Second Intelligent also lived up to the expectations, riding on the momentum to make progress, and completed the answer sheet with more than expected performance, and a number of innovative designs are more efficient compared with traditional solutions.

The new energy power battery manufacturer said that this is a very happy cooperation, Second Intelligent team solved the glue production line problems that had been bothering for a long time, and the project also shines because of the power of mutual creation and prosperity, and we hope that the two sides can cooperate in more fields in the future.

 | Technological innovation, help lithium industry high-quality development

The main body of this equipment consists of loading system, transfer system, feeding system, metering system, distribution system, etc., with the lack of material monitoring, pressure monitoring, flow monitoring and other functions, through software control and information management (MES system) into a glue raw material processing,

Through software control and information management (MES system), it becomes a gluing machine with the functions of raw material handling, precise metering and automatic mixing, with high stability and high precision, which effectively improves the overall production efficiency of the production line.

| Second Intelligent-Battery cell glue coating machine

The feeding system adopts a pressure plate pump, which can reliably transfer glue from the raw material drum to the transit tank. It has the following technical advantages: new NXT air motor for durability, less pulsation for uniform glue pattern; lowest initial investment cost, the system has reliable feeding capability;

High-quality shared parts reduce maintenance time, normal use time > 6 months; pump contains low level alarm, to low level automatic shutdown; integrated air control method, easy to operate, according to the needs of different sizes and materials of the pump body can be selected.

Metering system for high filler, highly abrasive materials, improve service life. Stable flow rate of glue discharge, high precision and repeatability. Pressure monitoring, through the control of the system pressure, to eliminate the beginning and end of the glue start and end point of the size of the head, line consistency is high; and can monitor the system pressure, high and low pressure alarm.

Pump body structure design, reduce dead space, into the glue out of the basic push through, to prevent glue accumulation.

Mixing system using two-component dispensing mixing valve, dual cylinder control, can be individually controlled A/B, with a suction-back structure, no glue dripping, no pulling, no glue leakage after closing the valve. Universal dispensing head, can be matched with standard static mixing tube, with proportional dispensing head, easy to test the ratio.

The modular design of this gluing equipment facilitates the maintenance and repair of customers and saves the maintenance and repair cost. Repeatedly verified components and control programs to ensure the long-term stable operation of the equipment, improve the customer's production capacity. 24-hour continuous production, no downtime for glue drum change, the equipment can be unmanned, reducing the customer's labor costs. The real-time uploading of key parameters of the equipment provides strong support for the traceability of each product. Simple and clear control interface, easy-to-operate control mode, and perfect anti-dumbness and anti-error settings can be easily operated to avoid the loss caused by unfamiliar operation.

This cooperation marks the customer's high recognition of the lithium equipment created by Second Intelligent, and also highlights the strong technical strength of Second Intelligent in the automated production and manufacturing of lithium equipment and rich process areas, which is an important demonstration and driving role for the company's new energy power battery business promotion and expansion.

Second Intelligent sales elites also have confidence and ability to add bricks and mortar for more lithium industry production lines.

Second Intelligent gluing machine, used in lithium industry well-known brands, rapid breakthroughs in research and development and batch application in the market, casting Second Intelligent in the field of power battery gluing the leading position, for the subsequent expansion of more new energy power battery gluing projects and cooperation has strengthened a solid foundation. As an enabler of the new energy power battery industry chain, in line with the three major trends of the lithium equipment industry line, standardization and globalization, in the future, Second Intelligent Intelligence will pay close attention to the technological development of the new generation of batteries, and carry out product iteration in a timely manner in accordance with the requirements of the new process and new equipment, and continue to promote the innovative development of the lithium industry together with our partners and lead the industrial progress.

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