#Open Journal of Civil Engineering

[civilengineering-crimson]

Long-term Data–the Key for Evaluating Runoff Peak Discharge Estimation Tools and Parameters for Watersheds on Forest Lands_Crimson Publishers

Abstract

The SCS-CN (curve number) and the Rational Method are widely used for quantifying direct runoff and peak discharge rates for designing road cross-drainage and water management structures in agricultural and urban landscapes. However, the studies applying and evaluating these methods are very limited for forest lands. Here we suggest that validating and possibly improving these tools and their parameters using long-term hydro-climatic and high resolution LIDAR and imagery data from US Forest Service experimental forest watersheds and similar other sites in varying ecoregions can help fill that knowledge gap for sustainable management of infrastructure, particularly forest roads in the face of climate change.

Read more about this article: https://crimsonpublishers.com/acet/fulltext/ACET.000584.php

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[spacecowboywhit]

Tabletop Trick or Treat!

Ahh! I missed this in the flurry of boops and election crisis. Sorry, @werewolf914! I will share examples of a whole mini-genre of RPGs that I love:

Moments in History You Would Not Expect to Gamify!

Oyster Pirates by @rollforthings - Based on Jack London's journalism/short story, you are independent fisher-thieves in San Francisco Bay in 1888, illegally harvesting at night from the giant oyster monopolies and running from the police in high-speed fishing sailboat chases. Cool setting and awesome aquatic-heist rules!

The Kingdom of Prester John by @kor-artificer - A fun solo game where you are an emissary from the pope in 1177, seeking the fabled Kingdom of Prester John. Also definitely worth mentioning his other solo game, Scribe about the collapse of civilization in the Bronze Age.

Malandros by Thomas McGrenery/Porcupine Publishing - Brazilian communities coming together in the late 19th century in the immediate aftermath of the abolition of slavery in the country and the imminent transition from imperial monarchy to a republic. Tell stories that are slice-of-life, crime/gangsters/con-artists, underground martial artists, or even urban-folk-fantasy.

Beecher's Bibles by Noora Rose/Monkey's Paw Games - Blood-soaked, antislavery abolitionists in Kansas, USA in the 1850s fighting pro-slavery land owners, lawmen, and militias. Adapts the Panic Engine and Mothership rules to a very different setting.

Blackout by @open-sketchbook - There are ~54,857 RPGs of various quality where you play a soldier or spy in WWII. There are not nearly so many where you play civilians trying to survive through it. Excellent adaptation of PBTA rules. A game of war and violence, where the PCs are not the direct participants in that.

The Girls of the Genziana Hotel by @hendrik-ten-napel - The chambermaids in a hotel in the Bavarian Alps in the 1820s solve a mystery at night and navigate work and personal relationships during the day. Cool, eerie, unique. Uses the Brindlewood rules very well!

Rosewood Abbey by Kalum from The Rolistes - Monks in a 12th Century monastery solve mysteries, ala Cadfael, The Name of the Rose, or Pentiment. Also uses the Brindlewood rules very effectively!

WURM: Roleplaying in the Ice Age by Emmanuel Roudier/Dakikan - I have read this game twice and still can't decide if it's actually good or just interesting. It's slice-of-life during the paleolithic era, specifically with the coexistence between neanderthals and homo sapiens. Interesting mechanics, especially for things like survival, crafting, cooking, simply lighting a fire, and even a bunch of rules around childbirth and raising.

[rjzimmerman]

The world is burning an alarming amount of plastic, scientists say. (Washington Post)

Excerpt from this Washington Post story:

The world produces around 250 million tons of plastic waste in municipalities in one year — plastic bottles, cigarette butts, plastic packaging and much more. Much of that waste — equivalent to about the weight of 42 Great Pyramids of Giza — is put into landfills; some of it is recycled.

But now, a new study published Wednesday in the journal Nature shows that a large proportion of the plastic waste created across the world is burned in the open air, threatening human health and demonstrating the world’s ongoing struggle to manage its plastic pollution.

“This puts a magnifying glass on what goes wrong” with managing plastic waste, said Costas Velis, a lecturer in civil engineering at the University of Leeds and one of the authors of the paper,in a phone interview.

Twenty-one percent of all plastic waste is unmanaged, according to the new paper — meaning it never makes it to a landfill or recycling plant. A majority of that unmanaged waste, around 57 percent, is burned outside, creating deadly air pollution.

Several countries in the Global South rank among the largest contributors. India’s municipalities burned approximately 5.8 million metric tons of plastic in 2020, while Indonesia burned around 1.9 million tons. Russia also makes it into the top five, openly burning more than 1.4 million metric tons of plastic in the same year.

A spokesperson for the president’s office in Indonesia redirected questions to the Ministry of Environment and Forestry, which did not respond to inquiries on the study. The India Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change also did not respond to a request for comment.

The researchers accumulated detailed data from over 500 municipalities, representing over 12 percent of the global population as of 2015. For each city, they utilized official datasets and surveys to analyze where its plastic waste ends up. They then used machine learning and statistical methods to estimate the fate of plastic in more than 50,000 places around the world.

[kitsquared]

Modern College AU!

I had fun thinking about it :)

Imagining Pereshati and them are in their 2nd year while Saoirse and Dariah are in their 4th year

Perry doubles with business management and psychology (to reference one of the doodles seungu made haha)

I'm going to dare say she initially began as a psych student cuz she was undecided and psychology seemed to be a safe choice but she does end up taking to it. Pursues business when her father's condition worsens and she redefines her future goals.

She doesn't do well in one of her business classes and almost gives up the major but Therdeo helps her through it. She does get intimidated by Therdeo's ease in helping with her coursework and that maybe it's because he was exposed to his family's business quite often.

She retakes the class and does well.

Therdeo is an interior design student or architecture student.

Was initially undecided/ majoring in a study his family expected of him (maybe mechanical or civil engineering) but Pereshati saw his sketchbook once and complimented his art skills. He opens up to her about his old hobby. It's not that he isn't capable in his engineering course but he's mostly doing it out of family obligatipn. She encourages him to to try to do what he wants and see if he would like to pursue that in the future

Saoirse is also in business management and Perry's senior. Maybe doubles or minors in Art History. I imagine she pursues a master's degree in business and maybe museum studies

Adeus is a journalism student with a minor in political science. Works part time as an assistant teacher to kids (he has a license i guess).

He shares a class with Therdeo (maybe sociology or literature)

For Dodolea, I was going to give her literature or something similar to anthropology.. then i thought: biomedical engineering. ;)

Shared an engineering intro class with Therdeo where he helped her with something and she's had a massive crush on him since. Always takes the seat next to him. Had his schedule mezmerized.

When Therdeo switches his major and thus leaves the engineering department, she's very upset and blames Pereshati for separating them. Makes the kind of drama that has you go, 'this isn't highschool.'

Schiff was Pereshati's ex in highschool. He got into a different college but isn't doing so hot even in his first year. A sports science major. His careless nature almost prevented Pereshati from getting into her dream school. She breaks up with him over how inconsiderate he treats her and her decisions for college.

He would visit/stalk the college to get to Perry and ask her to take him back. ((Maybe he thinks could take over her father's business if he doesnt do well in college))

Dariah Castor is a polisci student getting into law school💁‍♀️ meets Adeus through some classes.

Maybe her husband is also a polisci student

Reina is/was a senior in HS.

Of the three of Pereshati's childhood friends, one of them is also a business major, another pursuing occupational therapy. And lastly, Electronic Design and Multimedia (maybe). But theyre not all in the same college and meet up often when they have a break

Gunther and Raymon are engineering students. Still hang out with Therdeo after he changed his major.

Rebecca is an education student. She volunteers at the same place Adeus works at and that's how they meet. She helps with a lot of campus planning and events. A first year trying to get the best of her college years and support her family.

Is celphi born yet im not sure. 2-3 years old maybe?

Maybe Phineas is the professor there for pre-med / biomedical engineering

(That means all the cousins are his students lmao plus dodolea 👀)

[jcmarchi]

Detachable cardiac pacing lead may improve safety for cardiac patients

New Post has been published on https://thedigitalinsider.com/detachable-cardiac-pacing-lead-may-improve-safety-for-cardiac-patients/

Detachable cardiac pacing lead may improve safety for cardiac patients

In 2012, Neil Armstrong, the first man to walk on the moon, died of post-surgery complications at the age of 82 following what should have been a routine heart surgery. Armstrong had undergone bypass surgery, the most common open-heart operation in the United States, and a surgery where the overall chance of death has dropped to almost zero.

Armstrong’s death was caused by heart damage that occurred during the removal of temporary cardiac pacing leads. Pacing leads are routinely used to monitor patients and protect against the risk of postoperative arrhythmias, including complete blockages, during the recovery period after cardiac surgery. However, because current methods rely on surgical suturing or direct insertion of electrodes to the heart tissue, trauma can occur during implantation and removal, increasing the potential for damage, bleeding, and device failure.

A coffee chat in 2019 about Armstrong’s untimely death helped inspire new research, published in the journal Science Translational Medicine. The research demonstrates findings that may offer a promising new platform for adhesive bioelectronic devices for cardiac monitoring, diagnosis, and treatment, and offer inspiration for the future development of bioadhesive electronics.

“While discussing the story, our team had a eureka moment that we probably could do something to prevent such complications by realizing a completely atraumatic version of it based on our bioadhesive technologies,” says Hyunwoo Yuk SM ’16, PhD ’21, a former MIT research scientist who is now the chief technology officer at SanaHeal. “It was such an exciting idea, and the rest was just making it happen.”

The team, comprising researchers affiliated with the lab of Xuanhe Zhao, professor of mechanical engineering and of civil and environmental engineering, has introduced a 3D-printable bioadhesive pacing lead that can directly interface with cardiac tissue, supporting minimally invasive adhesive implantation and providing a detachment solution that allows for gentle removal. Yuk and Zhao are the corresponding authors of the study; former MIT researcher Jue Deng is the paper’s first author.

“This work introduces the first on-demand detachable bioadhesive version of temporary cardiac pacing lead that offers atraumatic application and removal of the device with enhanced safety while offering improved bioelectronic performance,” says Zhao.

The development of the bioadhesive pacing lead is a combination of technologies that the team has developed over the last several years in the field of bioadhesive, bioelectronics, and 3D printing. SanaHeal, a company born from the team’s ongoing work, is commercializing bioadhesive technologies for various clinical applications.

“We hope that our ongoing effort on commercialization of our bioadhesive technology might help faster clinical translation of our bioadhesive pacing lead as well,” says Yuk.

[mudaship39]

Character bio of the Asian Pasifika demigod and Afro Latine Native alien hybrid superhero main character part 8

Personality: 

Hobbies:

Acting. Archery. Acrobatics. Animation. Anime. Astrology. Astronomy. Baking. Beading. Beatboxing. Bicycling. Billiards. Bird Watching. Board Games. Blogging. Bowling. Boxing. Calligraphy. Camping. Card Games. Cars. Cartography. Chess. Clubbing. Coding. Collecting. Cooking. Comedy. Comics. Cosplay. Crafts. Dancing. Darts. Drawing. Debating. Dominoes. Embroidery. Engineering. Engraving. Exercising. Extreme Sports. Fanart Drawing. Fanfiction Writing. Fashion Design. Fencing. Film Making. Fishing. Flower Arrangement. Forging. Fortune Telling. Gardening. Geocaching. Golfing. Graffiti Art. Gunpla. Guns. Gymnastics. Hiking. Home Improvement. Horseback riding. Hunting. Ice Skating. Improv. Inventing. Journaling. Juggling. Kendo. Kickboxing. Larping. Lego. Magic. Mahjong. Map Making. Marbles. Martial Arts. Mechas. Miniature Plastic Models. Mixology. Modeling. Mountain Biking. Mountain Climbing. Music. Origami. Paintballing. Painting. Parkour. Performing Magic Tricks. Photography. Playing an Instrument. Playwriting. Podcasting. Poetry. Programming. Public Speaking. Puppetry. Puzzles. Radio Hosting. Reading. Rapping. Research. Restoring Cars. Restoring Mechas. Restoring Motorcycles. Robotics. Roleplaying. Rollerblading. Running. Rock Climbing. Sailing. Science. Scriptwriting. Scuba Diving. Sculpting. Sewing. Shopping. Singing. Skateboarding. Sketching. Skiing. Skydiving. Smithing. Snowboarding. Social Media. Songwriting. Sports. Stand up. Stargazing. Stitching. Storytelling. Streaming. Street Racing. Surfing. Swimming. Sword Fighting. Tabletop or role playing games. Tattooing. Technology. Traveling. Video gaming. Writing. Weightlifting. Woodworking.

Likes: They like

Dislikes: They dislike

Personality Type: ENFP. INFP

Sanguine. Phlegmatic. Choleric.

Positive character traits:

Active. Adaptable. Adventurous. Affectionate, Affluent. Agreeable. Alert. Alluring. Altruistic. Ambitious. Analytical. Animated. Appreciative. Artistic. Athletic. Attentive. Beautiful. Benevolent. Bold. Bright. Brilliant. Calm. Candid. Capable. Careful. Cautious. Charitable. Charming. Charismatic. Cheeky. Civil. Clean. Committed. Confident. Cooperative. Comical. Compassionate. Conscientious. Considerate. Cool. Courageous. Courteous. Crafty. Creative. Cultured. Curious. Daring. Decisive. Defiant. Delightful. Dedicated. Dependable. Determined. Devoted. Diplomatic. Direct. Disciplined. Driven. Dynamic. Eager. Earnest. Easygoing. Ecstatic. Effective. Efficient. Elated. Elegant. Eloquent. Empathetic.  Emotional. Enchanting. Encouraging. Energetic. Enthusiastic. Excited. Experienced. Extroverted. Fair. Faithful. Fancy. Fashionable. Flexible. Focused. Forgiving. Friendly. Frank. Free. Frugal. Funny. Generous. Genius. Genuine. Gentle. Gifted. Graceful. Grateful. Happy. Hard Working. Helpful. Homely. Honest. Honorable. Hopeful. Hospitable. Humble. Idealistic. Imaginative. Independent. Influential. Inquisitive. Inspiring. Introverted. Intelligent. Irresistible. Joyful. Jovial. Just. Kind. Kindhearted. Knowledgeable. Lenient. Likable. Logical. Loving. Loyal. Mature. Mindful. Modest. Merciful. Nice. Nurturing. Objective. Observant. Organized. Open. Open-minded. Optimistic. Passionate. Patient. Playful. Peaceful. Perceptive. Persistent. Persuasive. Philanthropic. Pleasant. Poetic. Poised. Polite. Popular. Positive. Precise. Proactive. Prodigal. Professional. Proper. Protective. Proud. Punctual. Quiet. Quirky. Realistic. Reasonable. Rebellious. Receptive. Refined. Reliable. Respectful. Resourceful. Responsible. Self Regulation. Self Reliant. Sensible. Sentimental. Serene. Serious. Sharp. Shrewd. Slick. Skilled. Social. Sociable. Soft. Sophisticated. Spiritual. Spontaneous. Stable. Stylish. Studious. Successful. Supportive. Tactful. Talented. Talkative. Tasteful. Thoughtful. Tolerant. Trusting. Tranquil. Trendy. Vulnerable. Unbiased. Unique. Upright. Versatile. Vigilant. Well read. Wholesome. Wise. Witty. Worldly. Youthful. 

Negative character traits: 

Addiction. Afraid. Aggressive. Alcoholism. Aloof. Angry. Annoyed. Angsty. Anxious. Apathetic. Argumentative. Arrogant. Ashamed. Attention Seeker. Bitter. Blunt. Boastful. Bossy. Brash. Brutal. Calculating. Callous. Chaotic. Childish. Cold. Crabby. Cocky. Combative. Competitive. Conceited. Cranky. Crass. Critical. Crude. Cynical. Dark. Decadence. Demanding. Depressed. Disrespectful. Distressed. Doubtful. Eccentric. Fearful. Fidgety. Finicky. Flirtatious. Foolish. Fretful. Frustrated. Glumness. Grouchy. Grumpy. Harsh. Heartbroken. Hedonistic. Hero Syndrome. Hurt. Hyper. Immature. Impatient. Impolite. Impulsive. Indifferent. Irritable. Jaded. Jealous. Lavish. Lazy. Lost. Loud. Martyr. Merciless. Mean. Messy. Miserable. Misguided. Moody. Naive. Needy. Nervous. Noisy. Obnoxious. Odd. Overbearing. Paranoid. Perfectionist. Pessimistic. Picky. Plain. Prankster. Pretentious. Primadonna. Private. Procrastinator. Provocative. Quiet. Rebellious. Reckless. Resentful. Reserved. Restless. Rude. Ruthless. Sarcastic. Secretive. Selfish. Self Destructive. Self Indulgent. Scatterbrained. Sensitive. Shy. Sleazy. Skeptical. Sly. Snobbish. Strange. Stoic. Strict. Sulky. Stubborn. Suspicious. Tactless. Temperamental. Tense. Touchy. Troubled. Unstable. Uptight. Upset. Vain. Vicious. Wary. Weary. Worrisome. Vindictive. Volatile. Withdrawn. Workaholic. Zealous. 

Some of these are negative personality traits the plural system use as a form of protection as a survivor of abuse and trauma before they healed with therapy and counseling.

Some of these negative character traits are from when they were a child, preteen, teenage, or young adult demigod and alien hybrid as part of their adolescent phase. 

Others are normal negative personality traits as a normal person like everyone else since no one is perfect. 

Some negative character traits are because of brainwashing and mind control when they were a supervillain. Some of these negative character traits are because of the Terran Empire or conditioning and indoctrination under the Earth Hegemony.  Their oppressors did this to get them to do actions that went against their morals, character, and code. 

Some of the negative character traits are only active when the war god ancestry gets too awry or when the drawback of the berserk state gets too much. It’s also only activated by the bloodthirsty god of war Ares or the god of love Aphrodite as a way of manipulating the main character as a demigod.

Virtues:

Courage, Charity, Diligence,  Humility, Justice, Kindness, Patience, Prudence, Temperance,

Vices

Indulgence, Lust, Wrath

Coping skills:

Positive: Martial arts. Art. Music. Singing. Playing an instrument. Acting. Photography. Dancing. Painting. Sculpting. Poetry. Theatre. 

Negative: Alcohol. Drugs. Thrill seeking. Extreme sports. Street racing with classic (modern by our standards cars). Formula one racing with super car hover cars. Underground Fighting. Gladiatorial Fighting. Bar Fighting. Tavern Brawling when in other magical realms. Metahuman and superhuman fighting sponsored by intergalactic empires. Superhero antihero and supervillain fighting sponsored by superhuman conglomerates. Super soldier fighting sponsored by intergalactic militaries. 

Voice:

They have a soothing voice. They have an appealing voice. They have a honeyed voice as a demigod. They have a modulated voice as an alien hybrid. They have an orotund voice. They have a ringing voice. They have a softly spoken voice when speaking to children and teenagers. They are a fast or slow talker depending on the situation. They have a silvery voice as a deity. They have a low pitch usually but high when they are excited. As someone who is confident they speak with a loud, clear, concise, and confident voice. The tone of their voice changes depending on their mood.

[scifimagpie]

first lines meme!

The delightful @omokers tagged me, so I'm going to oblige with as many lines from my published works as I can. I put the first set in chronological order for the sake of ease.

And the Stars Will Sing - book 1 of The Meaning Wars. This short, friendly novella tells the story of a young wormhole engineer's first foray into deep space, clashes with her coworkers - and the escalating danger that descends on the ship.

Dear Sarah, So, I find myself preparing for my first job, and I should be excited, but I'm really just dithering. I hope you don't mind if I ramble at you.

2. The Stolen: Two Short Stories - book 2 of The Meaning Wars; this features a collection of short stories (though the old edition had only two) set through different periods of the Human Conglomerate, including one from before it all went wrong. The opening comes from "The Fields," the first story in the (now multi-story) collection.

It was a dry spring - that was one of my last memories before the reformatory. As I recall it now, it plays like one of the old films from the beginning of Earth cinema. Dry yellow-green fields, dusty roads whirring past.

3. The Meaning Wars - book 3 of the same series; this is a soft reboot that picks up a little while after book 2's ending. Crystal and Sarah finally catch up after a few years apart!

Crystal wiped her mouth and straightened. Space-sick again. It was one of the things she hated about small craft like these.

4. Poe's Outlaws - book 4 of The Meaning Wars, and the beach episode book.

As he leaned against Paulo's side, trying to get a good hold on his arms, Toby's face was turning red. Paulo twisted away, writhing with more agility than she expected from such a large man.

5. A Jade's Trick - book 5 of The Meaning Wars, the last one in the series; this sees Sarah, Crystal, Toby, Paulo, and Patience bring the fight against the Human Conglomerate back to the Solar System.

"We have a problem," said Paulo grimly, leaning against the ladder-side wall up to his loft bed. His glowing irises stood out sharply from his ceramic white sclera, but there was nothing unnatural about the scowl he was giving all of them.

6. The Underlighters - book 1 of the Nightmare Cycle, is told through journal entries written by Janelle, a scrappy young electrician living in Underlighter City - a bastion of civilization after the fall of the mysterious Dust killed much of humanity and forced the survivors deep underground. Janelle is starting to see things, and if that wasn't bad enough, her relationship with her girlfriend is on the rocks. And then the children start going missing...

The conversation went like this. "You seem tired, kiddo. And...uh, what happened to your shirt?" "Uh...I killed a dragon on my way home from work."

7. After the Garden - book 1 of the Memory Bearers Saga. Set in the same world as The Underlighters, though quite a bit later, this features the adventures of Ember - a young woman who's erased her own memory and left her secretive home village to search for the truth of her mysterious memories. Fortunately, she runs into some people like her along the way. Unfortunately, she also runs into a vicious cult that hunts those same people - Memory Bearers, individuals gifted (or cursed) with fragmented recollections of people from The Time Before the world broke.

The girl paused on the hill, shading her eyes from the sun. It had been a long journey, and she was getting tired of it - especially with the sun blazing down. Too exposed.

8. Bad Things That Happen to Girls - this standalone novella is a dive into literary fiction, featuring the disintegration of a family, fairy tale themes, and a queer awakening.

The day my sister fell in love was a gorgeous, sunny Tuesday afternoon in March. We were sitting on the roof of the shed behind our house when she told me about what had happened in school that day.

I'm not sure if there's a theme, but I'm tagging @pinkchaosart @dyrewrites @ventela1 @the-chiefster @jpohlmanwriting @the-chaotic-writer @careful-fear @thechaoscryptid and @palebdot anyway!

[futuroute]

How to Choose the Right Stream after Class 10

Choosing the right stream after Class 10 is a pivotal decision that can significantly impact a student's future. It's a time of excitement and anxiety, filled with numerous options and uncertainties. This article aims to provide a comprehensive guide to help students make informed decisions about their academic path.

Understanding the Importance of Stream Selection

The stream chosen after Class 10 lays the foundation for higher education and subsequent career opportunities. Science, Commerce, and Humanities are the three primary streams, each offering diverse subjects and career paths.

Science: This stream is ideal for students with a strong inclination towards mathematics and science subjects. It opens doors to various fields such as engineering, medicine, research, and technology.

Commerce: This stream is suitable for students interested in business, finance, and economics. It provides a strong foundation for careers in accounting, banking, marketing, and management.

Arts: This stream caters to students with a passion for languages, history, geography, and social sciences. It prepares students for careers in law, journalism, civil services, teaching, and social work.

Factors to Consider While Choosing a Stream

Several crucial factors should be carefully considered while selecting a stream:

Academic Interests: Identify subjects that genuinely interest and excite you. What subjects do you enjoy studying the most? What are you naturally good at?

Career Aspirations: Research different career options within each stream. What are your long-term career goals? Which stream aligns best with your desired profession?

Personality and Aptitude: Consider your personality traits and learning style. Are you analytical, creative, or practical? Do you prefer working independently or in teams?

Future Prospects: Research the job market and future growth potential of different career paths within each stream.

Parental Guidance: Discuss your options with your parents and seek their advice. However, ultimately, the decision should be based on your own interests and aspirations.

Self-Assessment Tools and Techniques

Several effective techniques can help you assess your interests and aptitudes:

Interest Inventories: Online and offline assessments can help you identify your areas of interest and match them with suitable career options.

Career Counseling: FutuRoute offers expert career counseling services to guide students through the stream selection process. Our experienced counselors can help you identify your strengths, weaknesses, and potential career paths.

Shadowing and Internships: Gain firsthand experience by shadowing professionals in fields that interest you. Internships can provide valuable insights into the day-to-day realities of different careers.

Information Sessions and Workshops: Attend workshops and seminars organized by educational institutions and career guidance organizations to learn more about different streams and career options.

Stream Selection Process

Self-Reflection: Introspect and identify your interests, passions, and career goals.

Research: Thoroughly research the subjects, career options, and future prospects within each stream.

Seek Guidance: Consult with parents, teachers, career counselors, and other trusted individuals.

Utilize Assessment Tools: Explore interest inventories and other self-assessment tools to gain valuable insights.

Make an Informed Decision: Based on your research, self-assessment, and guidance, make a well-informed decision about the stream that best suits your needs and aspirations.

FutuRoute: Your Partner in Career Success

At FutuRoute, we understand the significance of choosing the right stream. Our team of experienced professionals and career counselors is dedicated to empowering students to make informed decisions about their future.

What FutuRoute Offers You:

Early Career Exploration (Class 8-10): Initiate career analysis at an early stage to identify interests and biases, fostering a clear vision for the future.

Strategic Career Guidance (Class 11-12): Determine the most suitable academic path and ensure a seamless transition to the right stream.

Engineering Branch Selection Expertise: Gain insights into various engineering branches and choose a path aligned with your aspirations.

Career Analysis and Guidance for Graduates: Streamline post-graduate options and pave the way for success and personal fulfillment.

Early and Mid-Career Counseling for Professionals: Explore alternative career options that align with your skills and aspirations.

Specialized Counseling for Medical & Engineering Admissions: Navigate the complexities of college admissions with detailed guidance on college selection, program choices, and admission processes.

Why Choose FutuRoute:

600+ Career Analysis Done

400+ Students Counseled

500+ Admission Assistance

Choosing the right stream after Class 10 is a crucial step towards a successful future. By carefully considering your interests, aspirations, and exploring available options, you can make an informed decision that sets you on the path to achieving your dreams. FutuRoute is committed to guiding you through this important journey and empowering you to make the best possible choices for your future.

[krishnahometuitions]

Arts, Science, or Commerce? Decoding the Streams After 10th

Choosing the right stream after Class 10th is a critical decision for students and parents alike. This choice lays the foundation for a student's future career path. Whether it's Arts, Science, or Commerce, understanding the opportunities and challenges associated with each stream is essential to make an informed decision.

If you’re feeling overwhelmed, Krishna Home Tuition is here to guide students in Chandigarh, Mohali, and Panchkula to excel in their chosen streams with personalized, one-on-one teaching.

The Importance of Choosing the Right Stream

After completing Class 10th, students must choose between three primary streams: Arts, Science, and Commerce. This decision often depends on interests, aptitude, and career goals. However, it’s common for students to feel unsure about which stream suits them best. That’s where expert guidance, like home tuition, can make a significant difference.

Krishna Home Tuition offers professional home tutors in Chandigarh, Mohali, and Panchkula who specialize in mentoring students for success in their respective streams.

Stream Breakdown: Arts, Science, and Commerce

1. Science Stream

The Science stream is popular among students aspiring to pursue careers in medicine, engineering, IT, or research. It includes core subjects like Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and Mathematics. Students also study English as a compulsory subject and may choose an optional subject such as Computer Science or Physical Education.

Career Options in Science:

Engineering (JEE, GATE)

Medicine (NEET, AIIMS)

IT and Computer Science

Research and Development

Why Choose Krishna Home Tuition? Science subjects require conceptual clarity and problem-solving skills. With our experienced tutors in Chandigarh, Mohali, and Panchkula, students receive personalized attention to excel in challenging subjects.

2. Commerce Stream

Commerce is ideal for students interested in business, finance, or management. Core subjects include Accountancy, Economics, Business Studies, and English, with Mathematics as an optional subject.

Career Options in Commerce:

Chartered Accountancy (CA)

Company Secretary (CS)

Business Administration (BBA, MBA)

Banking and Finance

Digital Marketing and E-Commerce

How Krishna Home Tuition Helps: Commerce involves practical applications and conceptual understanding. Our home tutors simplify complex topics like accountancy and economics for students, ensuring academic success.

3. Arts Stream

Arts (or Humanities) is suitable for students with a creative mindset or interest in fields like media, education, design, or social work. Common subjects include History, Political Science, Sociology, Psychology, and English.

Career Options in Arts:

Journalism and Mass Communication

Psychology and Counseling

Civil Services (IAS, IPS)

Teaching and Education

Fine Arts and Design

Why Choose Krishna Home Tuition? The Arts stream opens doors to diverse careers but demands a deep understanding of each subject. Our tutors in Chandigarh, Mohali, and Panchkula provide in-depth explanations and personalized guidance, making learning enjoyable and effective.

Factors to Consider When Choosing a Stream

Interest and Aptitude: Understand your strengths and what subjects genuinely interest you.

Future Career Goals: Choose a stream that aligns with your desired career path.

Academic Strengths: Consider your performance in Class 10th, particularly in key subjects like Mathematics, Science, and English.

Parental Guidance and Counseling: Seek advice from parents and professional counselors, including expert tutors.

How Home Tuition Can Support Stream Selection

Making the right stream choice is only the beginning. Excelling in your chosen stream requires consistent effort, clarity, and expert guidance. Krishna Home Tuition offers:

Personalized Learning Plans: Tailored lessons based on the student’s pace and understanding.

One-on-One Attention: Addressing specific doubts and challenges.

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Whether you’re in Chandigarh, Mohali, or Panchkula, Krishna Home Tuition ensures that students excel academically in their chosen stream.

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Krishna Home Tuition provides a nurturing learning environment for students who need extra support to excel in their chosen streams. Here’s why parents trust us:

Experienced Tutors: Our tutors have years of experience in teaching and mentoring students.

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New general law governs fracture energy of networks across materials and length scales

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New general law governs fracture energy of networks across materials and length scales

Materials like car tires, human tissues, and spider webs are diverse in composition, but all contain networks of interconnected strands. A long-standing question about the durability of these materials asks: What is the energy required to fracture these diverse networks? A recently published paper by MIT researchers offers new insights.

“Our findings reveal a simple, general law that governs the fracture energy of networks across various materials and length scales,” says Xuanhe Zhao, the Uncas and Helen Whitaker Professor and professor of mechanical engineering and civil and environmental engineering at MIT. “This discovery has significant implications for the design of new materials, structures, and metamaterials, allowing for the creation of systems that are incredibly tough, soft, and stretchable.”

Despite an established understanding of the importance of failure resistance in design of such networks, no existing physical model effectively linked strand mechanics and connectivity to predict bulk fracture — until now. This new research reveals a universal scaling law that bridges length scales and makes it possible to predict the intrinsic fracture energy of diverse networks.

“This theory helps us predict how much energy it takes to break these networks by advancing a crack,” says graduate student Chase Hartquist, one of the paper’s lead authors. “It turns out that you can design tougher versions of these materials by making the strands longer, more stretchable, or resistant to higher forces before breaking.”

To validate their results, the team 3D-printed a giant, stretchable network, allowing them to demonstrate fracture properties in practice. They found that despite the differences in the networks, they all followed a simple and predictable rule. Beyond the changes to the strands themselves, a network can also be toughened by connecting the strands into larger loops.

“By adjusting these properties, car tires could last longer, tissues could better resist injury, and spider webs could become more durable,” says Hartquist.

Shu Wang, a postdoc in Zhao’s lab and fellow lead author of the paper, called the research findings “an extremely fulfilling moment … it meant that the same rules could be applied to describe a wide variety of materials, making it easier to design the best material for a given situation.”

The researchers explain that this work represents progress in an exciting and emerging field called “architected materials,” where the structure within the material itself gives it unique properties. They say the discovery sheds light on how to make these materials even tougher, by focusing on designing the segments within the architecture stronger and more stretchable. The strategy is adaptable for materials across fields and can be applied to improve durability of soft robotic actuators, enhance the toughness of engineered tissues, or even create resilient lattices for aerospace technology.

Their open-access paper, “Scaling Law for Intrinsic Fracture Energy of Diverse Stretchable Networks,” is available now in Physical Review X, a leading journal in interdisciplinary physics.

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Preparation of Low Energy Cement Clinker from Paper Industry Waste Materials_Crimson Publishers

Abstract

The Kraft process-based paper production generates considerable amount of waste. The chemical recovery section produces lime sludge while fly ash is being generated in the boiler through combustion of biomass for electricity production. The final utilisation of such waste materials is significant concern, since landfilling is becoming less effective destination due to strict environmental regulations. Determined by this scenario, industries are considering more sustainable solutions, such as application of waste material in manufacturing of distinct products. In this work, the lime sludge and fly ash tested as raw materials for cement clinker synthesis and mortar preparation from synthesised cement clinker. Firstly, the detailed characterisation of waste materials was performed, on the basis of characterisation distinct mixtures of materials were prepared. The formulated mixtures then fired at 1000 ºC and 1100 ºC to get cementitious clinkers. The clinker was processed at relatively lower temperature than generally used in the industrial synthesis of clinker due to the presence of mineralising impurities in fly ash and lime sludge. The cement was prepared from the synthesised clinker and applied to produce the mortars that advanced in adequate mechanical strength and did not divulge signs of deterioration or durability weaknesses.

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The World Through Fezco

Fezco Montezor is the third child from the Montezor clan. Growing up, he really enjoyed his childhood being close with his family members and long-distant relatives from Europe. Despite being born with a silver spoon in his mouth, the Montezors never deprived their children from knowing the real society.

Fezco graduated from UST Angelicum College with flying colors that landed him a good shot at Mapúa University. He is currently a Civil Engineering student leader and a scholar from the mentioned institution, has a big social circle, performing excellently in his academics. Aside from that, he is also a member of the university's official journal publication: Ang Mapúa as a sports writer which he has been doing since his grade school days—always a fan of writing formally.

In his free time, he volunteers at PAWSSION Project and other animal shelters (or binge watching). Fezco also keeps himself active in his chosen sports, juggling all of the activities per week. He likes to consider himself as outgoing, and blends with people easily. He explores his interests more and widely—as what he believes, encircling yourself within your bubble is a social insecurity.

Recently, he enjoys travelling and taking snaps of anything that he finds interesting to develop his passion for photography. His father, Mauricio, is a respected Mechanical Engineer and currently works for SM Corporation in Pasay City, while his mother, Imelda, is a retired college teacher at Philippine Normal University - Manila as an English major. His oldest sibling, Katherine, is an accountant in New York, while his older brother, Giovanni is a human rights lawyer here in the Philippines.

Engineering has always been marked in his heart. Accompanying his father in his work place as a child really sparked something in his self that made him want to follow Mauricio's footsteps in this professional sense. He feels the most comfortable in solving complicated Mathematics equations and organizing buildings when he was a kid—hence his father agrees that he suits this program and job. Once he graduates, they will open a construction company together.

Learning is endless. He is the most thankful for his family for never discouraging his habit to try out things that trigger his curiosity. The people around him said that having a Fezco Montezor in your life is really a privilege that one should not underestimate. He believes that idea—he never shuts down. After all, this is his world, and people are just living in it.

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This story from Anthropocene Magazine tells us how some of the obscure research projects being conducted in labs around the world can produce some boring but environmentally stunning outcomes that can be beneficial to all of us. So be careful the next time you think "nerds." Excerpt:

A common mineral present just beneath the Earth’s crust could help to negate the carbon footprint of concrete, researchers report in the journal Royal Society Open Science. The study details a way to turn the mineral olivine, which also forms the green gemstone peridot, into an alternative for cement and other construction materials. The research team has launched a startup to commercialize their patented process.

Concrete, the most widely used material in the world, is a mix of cement, water, gravel and sand. The production of cement and concrete results in about 8 percent of the world’s carbon dioxide emissions.

Most of these emissions are generated when limestone is heated at high temperatures to produce powdery cement. The emissions come from burning fossil fuels for heat, but also from the chemical reaction itself.

Some manufacturers are reducing concrete’s emissions by replacing part of the cement with waste material such as fly ash and slag or adding other recycled materials. Studies have shown that this replacement does not reduce the strength of concrete.

Civil and environmental engineers at Imperial College London turned to olivine, a magnesium silicate mineral that is found in the rocks in the Earth’s upper mantle. The mineral naturally reacts with carbon dioxide from the air and turns into magnesium carbonate. But this process works at a very slow geological timescale.

The team wanted to see if they could speed up this carbonate-forming process. They crushed olivine samples and mixed them into sulfuric acid. This separated the silica from the olivine and created magnesium sulfate. When they bubbled carbon dioxide gas through the mixture, it reacted with the sulfate to produce magnesium carbonate, resulting in the sequestration of carbon dioxide.

The silica can be used as a cement substitute in concrete to add strength. And the magnesium carbonate can be used as a binder or filler in other low-carbon construction products such as bricks, blocks and board, the team writes in the paper.

Replacing 35 percent of regular Portland cement in concrete with the silica would give carbon-neutral cement, the researchers write. Replacing more than that could would make concrete carbon negative.

Further, they add that the olivine processing is not energy intensive and could be done electrically using renewable energy.

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SR University: The Best Engineering College in Hyderabad

When it comes to pursuing engineering, finding the right institution can make all the difference. Students dream of joining a university that not only offers world-class education but also opens the door to endless career opportunities. For those aspiring to excel in the field of engineering, SR University stands out as the top choice, not just in Hyderabad but across India. Recognized for its innovation-driven approach, cutting-edge curriculum, and stellar campus placements, SR University has earned its place among the best engineering colleges in India.

A Legacy of Excellence in Education

Founded with a vision to empower future generations with knowledge and skills, SR University has become synonymous with academic excellence. The university focuses on bridging the gap between theoretical learning and practical application, ensuring that students are industry-ready upon graduation.

With a range of engineering disciplines, from Computer Science and Mechanical Engineering to Electronics and Civil Engineering, SR University caters to diverse interests. The programs are designed in alignment with global standards, making it one of the best universities in India for engineering aspirants.

Why SR University Stands Out

1. World-Class Faculty

At SR University, education is led by a team of highly qualified and experienced faculty members. These educators not only bring academic expertise but also industry insights, offering students a holistic learning experience. Their mentorship helps students stay ahead in a competitive world, making SR University one of the best engineering colleges in Hyderabad.

2. State-of-the-Art Infrastructure

One of the standout features of SR University is its sprawling campus, equipped with world-class facilities. The university provides cutting-edge laboratories, modern classrooms, and advanced research centers that inspire innovation.

Fully equipped libraries with a vast repository of books and journals.

High-tech innovation labs to foster creativity and hands-on learning.

A Wi-Fi-enabled campus that ensures seamless connectivity for academic pursuits.

This modern infrastructure places SR University among the best universities in India with an emphasis on technology-driven education.

A Pioneer in Campus Placements

When discussing the best campus placements in India, SR University’s name is often at the forefront. The university takes pride in its stellar placement records, with leading multinational corporations (MNCs) and startups recruiting its graduates.

Placement Highlights

Collaboration with over 300 companies, including Google, Microsoft, Amazon, and Tata.

Internship opportunities with industry giants to provide real-world exposure.

A dedicated placement cell that offers training in communication skills, interview techniques, and aptitude development.

The university’s focus on skill development ensures that students are not only employable but also highly sought after in the global job market. This commitment to career success solidifies SR University’s reputation as a hub for the best campus placements in India.

Innovative Learning Approach

SR University is redefining engineering education through its focus on innovation and research. The institution believes in a hands-on approach to learning, encouraging students to engage in projects that address real-world challenges.

Industry Collaboration

The university has forged strong partnerships with industries, enabling students to work on live projects and gain exposure to cutting-edge technologies. These collaborations ensure that graduates are ready to tackle the demands of the evolving job market, making SR University one of the best engineering colleges in India.

Focus on Research and Development

With dedicated research centers in fields like Artificial Intelligence, Renewable Energy, and Robotics, students have the opportunity to contribute to groundbreaking advancements. This focus on innovation has earned SR University recognition as a leader in engineering education.

A Vibrant Campus Life

Life at SR University is not just about academics; it’s about overall growth. The university offers a vibrant campus life that fosters personal and professional development.

Cultural and Technical Fests

SR University hosts a variety of cultural and technical events, providing students with a platform to showcase their talents and network with peers from across the country.

Student Clubs and Activities

With numerous clubs dedicated to coding, robotics, arts, and entrepreneurship, students can pursue their passions and develop new skills. These activities contribute to a well-rounded educational experience, ensuring that graduates are confident and capable leaders.

Supportive Environment

The university takes pride in its inclusive and supportive environment, offering resources like counseling centers, mentorship programs, and wellness initiatives. This ensures that students thrive academically and personally, cementing SR University’s position among the best universities in India.

Global Recognition and Rankings

SR University has consistently been ranked among the best engineering colleges in Hyderabad and India. Its dedication to quality education, research, and student success has earned accolades from various ranking agencies.

Accreditations and Achievements

Recognized by prestigious educational bodies for maintaining high academic standards.

Acknowledged for its contributions to research and innovation.

Regularly featured in the list of top universities for engineering education.

Conclusion

For those looking to achieve academic excellence, gain industry-relevant skills, and secure a bright future, SR University is the ultimate destination. With its focus on innovation, strong industry connections, and commitment to student success, SR University continues to set benchmarks in engineering education.

Whether you’re aiming for the best campus placements, seeking a vibrant learning environment, or aspiring to study at one of the best universities in India, SR University has it all. Join SR University today and take the first step toward a successful engineering career.

For more information, visit SR University’s official website and explore the endless possibilities awaiting you!

[jcmarchi]

New general law governs fracture energy of networks across materials and length scales

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New general law governs fracture energy of networks across materials and length scales

Materials like car tires, human tissues, and spider webs are diverse in composition, but all contain networks of interconnected strands. A long-standing question about the durability of these materials asks: What is the energy required to fracture these diverse networks? A recently published paper by MIT researchers offers new insights.

“Our findings reveal a simple, general law that governs the fracture energy of networks across various materials and length scales,” says Xuanhe Zhao, the Uncas and Helen Whitaker Professor and professor of mechanical engineering and civil and environmental engineering at MIT. “This discovery has significant implications for the design of new materials, structures, and metamaterials, allowing for the creation of systems that are incredibly tough, soft, and stretchable.”

Despite an established understanding of the importance of failure resistance in design of such networks, no existing physical model effectively linked strand mechanics and connectivity to predict bulk fracture — until now. This new research reveals a universal scaling law that bridges length scales and makes it possible to predict the intrinsic fracture energy of diverse networks.

“This theory helps us predict how much energy it takes to break these networks by advancing a crack,” says graduate student Chase Hartquist, one of the paper’s lead authors. “It turns out that you can design tougher versions of these materials by making the strands longer, more stretchable, or resistant to higher forces before breaking.”

To validate their results, the team 3D-printed a giant, stretchable network, allowing them to demonstrate fracture properties in practice. They found that despite the differences in the networks, they all followed a simple and predictable rule. Beyond the changes to the strands themselves, a network can also be toughened by connecting the strands into larger loops.

“By adjusting these properties, car tires could last longer, tissues could better resist injury, and spider webs could become more durable,” says Hartquist.

Shu Wang, a postdoc in Zhao’s lab and fellow lead author of the paper, called the research findings “an extremely fulfilling moment … it meant that the same rules could be applied to describe a wide variety of materials, making it easier to design the best material for a given situation.”

The researchers explain that this work represents progress in an exciting and emerging field called “architected materials,” where the structure within the material itself gives it unique properties. They say the discovery sheds light on how to make these materials even tougher, by focusing on designing the segments within the architecture stronger and more stretchable. The strategy is adaptable for materials across fields and can be applied to improve durability of soft robotic actuators, enhance the toughness of engineered tissues, or even create resilient lattices for aerospace technology.

Their open-access paper, “Scaling Law for Intrinsic Fracture Energy of Diverse Stretchable Networks,” is available now in Physical Review X, a leading journal in interdisciplinary physics.

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Discover Excellence in Engineering at Global Institute of Technology, Jaipur

Jaipur, the Pink City, has emerged as a hub for top-tier education, particularly in engineering. Among the top B.Tech colleges in Jaipur, the Global Institute of Technology (GIT) stands out as a beacon of quality education and innovation. With a commitment to shaping future-ready engineers, GIT offers an unparalleled educational experience.

Why Choose GIT?

Global Institute of Technology is widely recognized as one of the best B.Tech colleges in Jaipur due to its state-of-the-art infrastructure, experienced faculty, and robust academic programs. The institution is dedicated to fostering creativity, critical thinking, and technical expertise among its students.

Whether you're interested in computer science, mechanical engineering, civil engineering, or any other branch, GIT provides a curriculum that blends theoretical knowledge with practical application, ensuring students are well-prepared for real-world challenges.

World-Class Infrastructure

GIT boasts a sprawling campus equipped with modern amenities designed to enhance the learning experience. The institute offers:

Smart Classrooms with advanced teaching tools.

Fully Equipped Laboratories for hands-on learning.

A comprehensive digital library housing a vast collection of books, journals, and research papers.

Recreational facilities to ensure a well-rounded student life.

Such infrastructure places GIT among the Jaipur top colleges for B.Tech, where students receive a holistic education.

Expert Faculty and Industry Connections

One of the hallmarks of GIT is its experienced faculty, who bring both academic excellence and industry expertise to the table. The professors not only teach but also mentor students, guiding them in their academic and professional journeys.

Additionally, GIT has strong ties with leading industries and organizations, ensuring regular guest lectures, workshops, and internships. These connections help students gain insights into the latest trends and technologies, making GIT one of the most sought-after B.Tech colleges in Jaipur.

Focus on Innovation and Research

GIT fosters an environment where students are encouraged to think outside the box. The institute has dedicated research and innovation centers where students can work on cutting-edge projects. From participating in national-level competitions to publishing research papers, students at GIT are consistently pushing the boundaries of engineering.

Placements and Career Opportunities

Global Institute of Technology takes pride in its impressive placement record. The institute's dedicated placement cell works tirelessly to ensure that students secure positions in top companies. Regular training sessions, mock interviews, and career guidance programs are part of the curriculum, preparing students to excel in their professional lives.

Top recruiters like Infosys, Wipro, TCS, and Accenture frequently hire from GIT, making it one of the best B.Tech colleges in Jaipur for placements.

A Vibrant Student Life

At GIT, education is not just confined to classrooms. The institute organizes various extracurricular activities, cultural fests, and technical events that help students develop their personalities and build networks.

Join GIT – A Gateway to Success

If you're looking for a college that combines academic excellence, practical exposure, and a vibrant campus life, Global Institute of Technology is the perfect choice. Among the top B.Tech colleges in Jaipur, GIT continues to set benchmarks in engineering education.

Embark on your journey to success with GIT, one of the most prestigious Jaipur top colleges for B.Tech. Admissions are now open. Secure your future by choosing GIT and become a part of an institution that transforms dreams into reality.