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cryptid-catnip · 1 month ago

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An Unnecessarily In-Depth Deconstruction of the Lore and Problematic Elements of HDG

Why did I make this fucking post. (TWs for discussions of imperialism, cultural genocide, and a mention of systematized sexual assault)

So, to preface, I am going to be pretty harsh when it comes to criticizing the setting and lore of HDG, but I do not give one iota of a shit if someone finds its more problematic elements hot. Hell, I myself have found quite a few of the more fucked stories hot.

Secondly, if you want to rebute this post, please refrain from using Thermian Arguments as much as possible. If you don't know what a Thermian Argument is, it was coined in this video by Dan Oslen. It's only a five-minute watch, but, if you can't be bothered, it details an increasingly common argument in fandom spaces which consists of rebuking problematic elements of media by using in-universe reasoning, despite the fact that everything in a story is there because the writer put it there.

With that out of the way, let's begin.

So, in a previous post of mine, I wrote that The Combine from Half-Life 2 are essentially the same archetype of sci-fi civilization as the Affini (ie, ancient, vast conquerors whose interstellar conquest is so ancient that not even they know where they're from), with the only difference that the Affini are to be seen as the heroes of the story because... well because the writers say so.

Now you may say "Callie! You stupid bitch! Life in the Compact is way better than that on Terra!" and, to that I say "That's a Thermian Argument."

GlitchyRobo (and basically all other HDG writers) made the conscious decision to have Terra be Super-Mega-Ultra-Death-Capitalism(TM) to serve as justification for the Affini's colonization of Terra.

And this opens up a massive can of worms, considering that the Affini canonically want all non-Affini to be Florets and believe that all non-Affini would be better off as Florets.

The reason I'm calling this a can of worms is because the Affini are so vast, so long-lived, both individually and societally, that there has to have been at least one society that was doing really well for themselves, and were crushed by the Compact, right?

As I've alluded to prior in this post, the Affini are a fundamentally imperialist entity and does not care what your opinion is on their interstellar conquest, now go get your mandated mindbreak implant.

I think it's fair to say that the Affini are a shining example of the Designated Hero trope, as for a civilization whose bread and butter is imperialism, cultural genocide and systematized rape, they ARE The Good Guys, because The Narrative says so. This isn't even hyperbole, nearly all of the Canon Guidelines and the Writing in HDG pages are "The Affini are the good guys and are always in the right and are 59 steps ahead of the Terrans and functionally and narratively invincible with awesome tits."

But special mention goes to this line which basically confirms the thing I said previously:

What if you feel okay on your own? What if you don't want the Affini Compact running the show? What if you're already a communist society and are doing your level best to ensure everyone gets what they need?

The Affini response will be, "That's okay, petal, you've done enough. We'll take it from here."

And this line, which is basically just there to handwave some of the grimiest elements of HDG:

(Discussions about systemic floret sterilization and comparisons to real life reproductive violence and eugenics are definitely overthinking it.)

Like, motherfucker, I'm not the one who wrote this implication into the story. It's not my fault you decided to do White Man's Burden IIIIIIIIINNNNNN SSSSSPPPPPAAAAAACCCCEEEE with the femdom plant aliens.

And this is not only wretched morally, but it's just bad fucking writing. It is the closest that comes to an actual rule in writing (unless, like other "rules" in writing, it exists in your story for the purpose of deconstruction): DO NOT HAVE IMMORTAL, ALL-POWERFUL PROTAGANISTS.

The Affini are written like the player character of "That Guy" in every RPG horror story ever, with them being essentially invincible and immortal (functionally and narratively), are portrayed as the good guys while conquering planets and brainwashing people.

Or, to put it another way, most HDG stories feel like pro-Compact propaganda written by and for the Affini.

I was going to end this post with a thing where I say, "well i don't really think any of the writers/fans think that this would be good in practice/irl, and they all know it's just wish fulfillment kinkfics", but I genuinely do not think that's true for many people.

The constant defense of the righteousness of the Affini Compact in the text itself, as well as the constant stressing in the fucking wiki, leads me to believe that many people just straight-up believe that they are in the right, and not just the purpose of being kinkfics, and that deeply fucking disturbs me.

#callie writes #hdg #human domestication guide #affini #floretposting #plant girl #glitchyrobo

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cf8wrk4u-us · 1 year ago

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Across Space and Prime

Part 2: New Faces and Familiar Names

"-allow me to introduce myself" he stated stretching out his dark servo in a peaceful motion "I am Optimus Prime"

A stark culture difference between humans and Cybertronian is the fact that for the later, having the same designation as another individual was incredible rare if not unheard of.

Imagine if there were two bots named Warpath? Or Preceptor? Or even Ultra?

That be too confusing and cause a good number of problems.

Not that it's never happened before, but these were written off as incompetence done by facility guardians and Boot-Camp trainers.

And as far as Optimus had know his trainer Kup and given him a name all of his own.

No one should have had it, no one.

So how? Why was there a great bot in front of him that just addressed himself by his name.

Optimus was interrupted by his thoughts when he heard Sentinel give a mean snort.

"Oh really? Your Optimus Prime"? he said, the anxious stare he had at the face of this large mech disappeared and replaced with a nasty sneer "Right and I'm a Herald of Primus"!

The larger bot looked taken aback and moved slightly back away from the group.

"Sentinel-" Optimus whispered urgently but his fellow Prime just kept going.

"Listen impersonating a Prime is a serious offence against High Command" he said placing both servos on his hips "Even if it is a disgraced one at that"!

Optimus cringed as he saw the looks of shock and outrage grow on their faces.

"Sentinel"! he hissed and immediately pulled the other to face him.

"What"? Sentinel demanded "You may be some maintenance bot, but you still hold the title of a Prime, not anyone could just use that name so freely"

Optimus tried really hard not to gnash his denta in frustration "I don't think that's the case though"

"Oh," replied Sentinel skeptically "And why is that"?

The other Prime shook his head "I don't know but there not acting like their lying" before adding "Besides, why would any bot try to impersonate a no name bot like me"?

Sentinel face relaxed a bit from being called correct, till Optimus added this next part.

"In ether case, can you please not try to antagonize them"

"I'm not antagonizing them"! he growled

Optimus shook his head "Well your not exactly being polite to the bots that possible saved our lives"

On the other side of the room the bots who had brought them were having their own conversation.

"Arcee" grunted the red and white bot "What kind of processor addled bots did you bring back to our base"?!

"Hey, don't look at me"! said the femme defensively "Bumblebee was the one who insisted on bringing them"

<They weren't Cons> beeped the yellow bot, still in binary <You know what would have happened to them had they been left behind>!

Bumblebee.

Hearing the mechs full name it was then that Optimus took a more detailed look at the bot.

The same name, the same paint-job, yet so different.

His Bumblebee was a minibot that barely reached his waist, his plating was blockier and more compact, with a helm that carried two barely visible horns, and a glossa that spoke almost none stop. But outside the yellow of his paint job this Bumblebee easily would have toward over his teams minibot. The mech was easily the size of him and Sentinel, his plating more armored. Circular but at the same time reinforced, with many of the wires and joints slightly exposed within the seams yet protected by the other shell of the metal around it. Metal that looked far stronger and sturdier than any civilian frame would have. Along with that, two yellow doorwings that made him think of Praxian citizens he had seen back when he still was at the Academy at Cybertron.

Than there was his use of binary code instead of his own vocalizer.

While there were mechs out there who choose not to speak as much, using code was often something reserved only for when a bot needed to keep their message private pr if they no longer had any use of their vocalizer.

A pit grew in Optimus stomach.

Loss of use of the vocalizer were usually the results of ether rare cases of deformations within the system, accidents, or battles....

Optimus took another good look at the bots around him.

Outside of Arcee and the red and white bot (which Optimus was sure he could make a pretty good guess of) the mechs around him were easily at the scale of warrior class type mechs. And with weapons equipped into their bodies much like warframe even, if the blue of their eye lights didn't obviously state them as Autobot.

Optimus then pipped up a question "If its not too much trouble, could we please use one of your central computers"

The red and white bot sent a fiery glare in his direction "Let a bunch of unknow bots put their servos and some of our crucial equipment"? he stated "I don't think so"

"Then just one of your smaller monitors then" said Optimus "I just need to access the planets network".

"I said that's not happening"! growled the mech

"Please! Our readers our down, as well as our commlinks, we have no idea where we are, I simply want to confirm something-"

The red and white bot gave an even fiercer look.

"And I'm saying I'm not readily assisting a group of strange mechs, especially those who are willingly accompanied by a Decepticon"!

He jabbed a metal digit at the direction of the femme who had been quite all this time.

But no sooner did they notice the Decepticon symbol on her color did their arms changed into the lethal blasters from earlier.

"A Con"?! shouted the large green mech named Bulkhead "Slag it! And we brought them right in"!

Blackarachnia took a defensive position and as the solder class bots approach them.

"She isn't a threat/She's not with us"! shouted both Optimus and Sentinel.

Blackarachnia snorted "Goodness! I feel so protected"!

Optimus threw an unhappy look at both the femme and his fellow Prime before looking at the bots in front of him, under their mistrustful stares he raised his hand in a peaceful manner.

"We don't mean you any harm, we are not affiliated with the Decepticons, we simply wish to try to establish where we are" he said "If you could allow me to look up a name, I would greatly appreciate that"

The red and white mech spoke up "We are not offering assistance to-"

"Please, Ratchet"

The mech looked startled before narrowing his optics.

"How do you know my name"?

Optimus gave him a sad smile "Your an experience medic in the field and despite your less than perfect berth side manner your a bot who deeply cares for his patients"

The mech was silent before he looked at the bot besides him, the other Optimus Prime.

"Optimus"? he called

How strange was it to hear his own name but not a single optic was aimed at him but instead this large and powerful looking mech.

They looked at him for orders, for guidance, with absolute trust.

A look not expressed down the line from his own team till much later on their stay on earth.

This mech, this leader, who was now studying him.

Despite how intimidated he was of them, Optimus gulped before staring back at those ancient optics.

Locking with those optics Optimus found another difference between himself and the mech, that while the optics of his eyes glowed a bright blue behind the glass the eyes of the towers bot before him shone with a light all of its own. An ancient bright iris shining brightly among a depth of mechanics, both age and experience clear in them. He had been around older mechs such as Ratchet, and Ultra Magnus, even encountered Alpha Trion when he gave brief lectures at the academy.

But he never encountered optics like these.

Then something unexpected happen.

A small smile formed on the great mechs face before he turned to the medic besides him.

"I see no harm in allowing this young Autobot to make a quick search" he stated.

"Optimus" Ratchet tried to argue.

"With you managing the devices of course Ratchet" stated the mech before looking at Optimus again "Though it confuses me how a mech never seen before by my team or seen with the Decepticons knows about this planet's networks, as arbitrary as they are".

Sentinel then grasped his shoulder "Yeah! Why are you asking to use this shoddy organic network? We need to get access to the commlinks"!

He shrugged him off "There's something I have to confirm Sentinel"

Looking at Ratchet, this Ratchet, as he made his way to the monitors, he spoke to him.

"Please look up the name Issac Sumdac".

The medic grumbled before typing.

Optimus was taken a back at not seeing the familiar face of the kindly scientist and father of his friend.

Instead were a list of several Issac Sumdac's, some with a link to a site called Some Social?

"Could you type Sumdac Systems, located in Detroit"? pressed Optimus.

This didn't yield any results ether, only for the word Sumdac to be auto corrected to solar panel systems or even solar systems.

Hilarious if this didn't make Optimus an unsettling feeling in his optics, only to turn into straight horror when he noticed something in the far corner of the screen.

"Well,"? gruffed Ratchet "Anything else"?!

But Optimus didn't answer.

"Optimus were wasting time" complained Sentinel "What even is this for"?

Sentinel paused though when he didn't hear a response from his fellow Prime.

"Optimus"? he heard the questioning voice from Ratchet.

It was then the mech lifted his servo and pointed to the screen "Sentinel, the year states that the Earth month of this year is 2011..."

Sentinel frowned at him confused "Yeah and"?

"When we left the year was 2101...."

His fellow Prime looked startled before saying "What does that mean"?

Optimus shook his head "Nothing good"

"WHAT"! demanded Sentinel

Blackarachnia strolled smoothly towards the pair.

"Oh, just tell him Optimus" she said "Sentinel has always been slow on the uptake"

It was noticeable that the other bots had noticed how he was being addressed.

"Did you just call him....Optimus"? said Arcee bewildered.

Taking a deep intake he said "I believe I owe you an explanation"

The other Optimus, the other Prime, stared at him quizzically.

"Yes, I believe so"

He nodded before saying "For starters, my given designation is Optimus Prime" the mech said, cringing a bit at the shocked faces the other bots gave him, but continued "And unfortunately I believe were far mor lost than we thought"

"Okay explain this to me again"? asked Bulkhead, this worlds Bulkhead.

It was interesting how despite the obvious differences, the sheer size of the new Bulkhead and the act he was armed with blasters, that they could still share the same wide eyed befuddled look.

"Our group experienced...an accident with our Transwarp generator" Optimus explained once more ", and I believe the resulted blast must have taken us from where we are, our version of the planet earth, and took us here"

The group had moved away from the monitor station and had gathered into a far more spacious area. Sentinel and Blackarachnia kept to Optimus side but no closer than they had to be. Optimus could see from the corner of his optics how Sentinel would give him anxious looks that he always tried to hide behind a scowling brow while Blackarachnia stood tense and giving sneers to anyone looking her way.

Optimus knew that maybe he should have mentioned that he, Sentinel, and his team were engaged in battle with Blackarachnia and the destruction of the Transwarp device was due part to her. But seeing how hostile the other Autobots had become at the apparent Decepticon, he didn't want anymore of an antagonistic view towards her.

He felt slightly relieved that Sentinel didn't try to "correct" the story...yet.

"Another version of Earth"? said the version of Ratchet, his voice thick with skepticism "You can't really expect us to believe that"?

"I understand that's hard to believe" said Optimus "But multiverse theory is something scientist have contemplated as something possible"

"In theory" stressed Ratchet "But the idea of other universes other than our own is still seen as a supposition at best"!

Blackarachnia gave a low chuckle at that "You know what they say, a theory is only a theory till its proven true"

The medic sent a glare at her but the femme simply gave a small wave.

Optimus coughed "In ether case, after the blast me and my....associates found ourselves in that cave and eventually those Decepticons"

"What rotten luck" the other Bulkhead chuckled dryly "Waking up in a Con mining operation, good thing we saved your metal at the nick of time"

Sentinel who had been oddly quite spoke up.

"Those Decepticons" he said "They were mining energon"?

A lot of the bots gave Sentinel a look that meant how foolish they found his question, like it should have been obvious.

But it wasn't.

Back in the beginning when Optimus and his team found themselves stranded on earth he had ordered Teletron 1 with its limited range to try and locate potential pockets of Energon. Only to not find any, leaving Optimus to assume that this was simply a planet that didn't contain this specific mineral. It was disappointing but since the oil found on earth was edible, he and his team didn't run the risk of starving.

But it seemed once more, with the addition of Energon and the absence of Issac and even Sari Sumdac, that this version of Earth was far different than Optimus own.

"With the war between the Autobots and Decepticons still persisting, the scouting and collection of Energon is a vital thing" said this world version of him, Optimus Prime.

Wait...war?

Optimus could feel his mouth part in shock as the moisture of his intake disappeared.

"You are currently at war with the Decepticons"? he breathed out

The other him looked at him, slowly blinking before saying "You are not"?

Optimus shook his head "Our war with the Decepticons ended a million years ago"

The bots around him look at Optimus, their blue optics wide at his words.

With a pause the mech who shared his name spoke again "Currently we have endured war with the Decepticons for many long centuries" he stated "As of now we find ourselves on Earth, locked in deadly and intense combat over control of this world's supply of energon, which as you now is the fuel and lifeblood of Autobots and Decepticons alike" he then added "Even with the departure of Megatron we are still on defense against the other faction, but there is hope we can someday see an end of this war"

"Megatron departure"? asked Optimus "Are you saying that Megatron is no longer here"

His mirror version closed his eye before saying "At our recent battle there was heavy amount of devastation done, one which I am not sure Megatron had the strength to leave unscathed."

Megatron was gone.

Since the battle on the Orion and his consequent revival back in Detroit Megatron felt like this impossible force to fight.

He always felt it was a wonder he and his teams were able to thwart him and his soldiers over and over again.

But now he was gone...it almost seemed impossible.

"So with Megatron gone, whose the one running the show" Blackarachnia asked.

The blue femme narrowed her optics before sighing and saying "My guess is Starscream"

Blackarachnia let out an unhappy breath "Seriously, that screechy seeker"?

The Bulkhead of this world gave a small chuckle but stopped when Arcee and Ratchet shot him a look.

"Megatrons gone, great" said Sentinel in almost a bored tone "But is there a way your planning to help send us back to our world"?

Optimus was glad Sentinel seemed to believe him but he couldn't help but be embarrassed at his fellow Primes demanding tone.

"Well, were currently in use of our own groundbridge and its Transwarp modulator" said Ratchet in a deadpan tone "And we have no spares or extra materials for use, certainly not in a way that would be strong enough to supposedly open gateways to other dimensions"

"Do you have any ships then"? asked Sentinel "If you're not able to help us I'm sure someone on Cybertron does"

Optimus was ready to apologize for his fellow Primes demands but was cut off guard by the somber almost pained expressions on their faces.

"...unfortunately me and my compatriots don't have any ships for use" said the other Optimus with some hesitancy.

"Than how soon can you contact someone from Cybertron? Maybe the Autobot Science Division"?

There was more silence and Optimus was starting to get worried.

"We cannot contact Cybertron" Ratchet stated solemnly.

"Why not"?! Sentinel demanded "With Megatron gone, aren't you planning on calling in for more support to clean up the rest of these Decepticons? The Elite Guard"?

None of the bots seemed to want to speak, almost hiding something they knew would be devastating to the strangers before them.

But Sentinel had little patience for their hesitancy.

"Hello? Why isn't anyone answering me"?

Finally, his counterpart said in a quiet voice laced with old grief "There is no way to contact Cybertron, unfortunately, Cybertron no longer exist"

#transformers #transformers prime #transformers animated #tfp optimus prime #tfa optimus prime #tfa sentinel prime #tfa blackarachnia #tfp arcee #tfp ratchet #tfp bumblebee #tfp bulkhead #crossover #fanfiction

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atlurbanist · 10 months ago

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I'm never trying to make drivers feel guilty about their pollution. Instead, I'm always trying to state the importance of more-compact developments that better enable alternatives to driving such as walking and transit.

Personal car trips need to be de-centered in our development patterns.

With that caveat...

Research over the last few years has revealed more and more harm coming from the ultra-fine particle pollution of tire and brake dust. One report found that 78 percent of ocean microplastics are from synthetic tire rubber. Others have found links to bad health outcomes in humans.

Despite the benefits of switching to electric powered vehicles, it's a problem they can't solve -- in fact, the heavier weight of EVs can worsen the pollution. One study found that EVs can shed around 20 percent more from their tires due to their higher weight compared to internal combustion vehicles.

Things I'm not saying: "ban all cars" or "EVs are evil" or "anyone driving a car should be ashamed." I don't think that and I'm not saying that.

What I am saying: every development going forward needs to be intentionally designed to contribute to a cure for car dependency, and to not sustain or exacerbate the problem.

#urbanism #car dependency stinks #car pollution

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hirocimacruiser · 6 months ago

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Daihatsu CAT turbo Charade

PHOTO:3 door TURBO

(Aluminum wheels, turbo two-tone paint, and electric sunroof are optional.)

The turbo came with supple acceleration. A new sense of acceleration that sets it apart from previous turbos that are only effective in the high rotation range. The moment you step on the accelerator, the turbo wakes up. I'm proud to say that this is a turbo that can be used both around town and on the highway. Perfectly matched with the dedicated turbo suspension, the New Charade TURBO's running performance is very similar to the agile running of a cat chasing its prey.

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#Daihatsu #Daihatsu Charade Turbo #Daihatsu Charade #Charade turbo

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spacetimewithstuartgary · 1 month ago

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Ultra-small spectrometer yields the power of a 1,000 times bigger device

Spectrometers are technology for reading light that date back to the era of famed 17th-century physicist Isaac Newton. They work by breaking down light waves into their different colors — or spectra — to provide information about the makeup of the objects being measured.

UC Santa Cruz researchers are designing new ways to make spectrometers that are ultra-small but still very powerful, to be used for anything from detecting disease to observing stars in distant galaxies. Their inexpensive production cost makes them more accessible and customizable for specific applications.

The team of researchers, led by an interdisciplinary collaboration between UC Santa Cruz Professor of Electrical and Computer Engineering Holger Schmidt and Professor of Astronomy and Astrophysics Kevin Bundy, published the details of their device in a paper in APL Photonics, a premier journal in the field.

The researchers demonstrate a novel, extremely high-performance spectrometer that can measure light with a 0.05 nanometers wavelength resolution. That’s about 1.6 million times smaller than the width of a human hair, and the same resolution that can be achieved on a device 1,000 times bigger.

“That's essentially as good as a big, standard, expensive spectrometer,” said Schmidt, the senior author on the paper and a long-time expert in developing chips for light detection. “That’s really pretty impressive and very competitive.”

Miniature devices

Miniaturizing spectrometers is an active area of research, as spectrometers are used in many fields but can be as big as a three-story building and extremely expensive. However, miniaturized spectrometers often do not perform as well as bigger instruments, or they are very difficult and expensive to manufacture because they require extremely precise nanofabrication.

UC Santa Cruz researchers have created a device that is able to achieve high performance without such costly manufacturing. Their device is a miniature, high-powered waveguide which is mounted on a chip and used to guide light into a specific pattern, depending on its color.

Information from the chip is fed into a machine learning algorithm that reads the patterns created by different wavelengths of light in order to reconstruct the image with extremely high accuracy and precision — an approach is called “reconstructive” spectrometry.

This technique produces accurate results because the machine learning algorithms don’t require highly precise input to be able to distinguish the light patterns, and can constantly improve upon their own performance and optimize themselves to the hardware.

Because of this, the researchers can make the chips with relatively easy and inexpensive fabrication techniques, in a process that takes hours rather than weeks. The lightweight, compact chips for this project were designed at UCSC, and fabricated and optimized at Brigham Young University in partnership with Schmidt’s longtime collaborator Professor Aaron Hawkins and his undergraduate students.

“Compared to more sophisticated chip design, this only requires one photolithography mask which makes the fabrication much easier and much faster,” Hawkins said. “Someone with some basic capabilities could reproduce this and create a similar device tuned to their own needs.”

Reading the stars

The researchers envision that this technology can be used for a wide range of applications, though their preliminary focus is to create powerful instruments for astronomy research. Because their devices are relatively inexpensive, astronomers could specialize them to their specific research interests, which is practically impossible on much larger instruments that cost millions of dollars.

The research team is working to make the chips functional on the UC-operated Lick Observatory telescope, first to take in light from a star and later to study other astrological events. With such high accuracy on these devices, astronomers could start to understand phenomena such as the makeup of atmospheres on exoplanets, or probing the nature of dark matter in faint dwarf galaxies. The comparatively low cost of these devices would make it easier for scientists to optimize them for their specific research interests, something nearly impossible on traditional devices.

Leveraging long standing expertise at UC Santa Cruz in adaptive optics systems for astronomy, the researchers are collaborating to figure out how to best capture the faint glimmers of light from distant stars and galaxies and feed it through into the miniaturized spectrometer.

“In astronomy, when you try to put something on a telescope and get light through it, you always discover new challenges — it’s much harder than just doing it in the lab. The beauty of this collaboration is that we actually have a telescope, and we can try deploying these devices on the telescope with a good adaptive optics system,” Bundy said.

Uses for health and beyond

Beyond astronomy, the research team shows in this paper that the tool is capable of fluorescence detection, which is a noninvasive imaging technique used for many medical applications, such as cancer screening and infectious disease detection.

In the future, they plan to develop the technology for Raman scattering analysis. This is a technique that uses light scattering for the detection of any unique molecule, often used as a specialized test to look for a specific chemical substance, such as the presence of drugs in the human body or toxic pollutants in the environment. Because the system is so straightforward and does not require the use of heavy instrumentation or fluidics like other techniques, it would be convenient and robust for use in the field.

The researchers also demonstrate that the compact waveguides can be placed alongside each other to enhance the performance of the system, as each chip can measure a different spectra and provide more information about whatever light it is observing. In the paper the researchers demonstrate the power of four waveguides working together, but Schmidt envisions that hundreds of chips could be used at once.

This is the first device shown to be able to use multiple chips at once in this way. The researchers will continue to work to improve the sensitivity of the device to get even higher spectral resolution.

IMAGE: This simulation shows a top-down view of how different light patterns in red and green are generated when fed with input from a waveguide on the left. Credit Md Nafiz Amin

#science #space #astronomy #physics #news #astrophysics

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citylivve · 2 months ago

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The "Kö-Bogen" is a new shopping mall + office development in Düsseldorf, described as 'eyecatching ultra modern architecture'. It's designed by the bureau of Daniël Liebeskind. Next to it, there is "Kö-Bogen II", with the green walls and roof. Both projects are part of a large redevelopment in the heart of the city.

Personally, I think the green is a bit forced and will not last, it's not enough. It also doesn't help the biodiversity. The buildings feel 'harsh' thanks to the used materials, high sharp angles. We'll see how outdated the design will be in a few decades.

Düsseldorf, 2024. Picture taken with a Panasonic DC-TZ95D compact camera.

#my post #Düsseldorf #architecture #kö-bogen #urban green #urbanism #daniel liebeskind

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y2klostandfound · 1 year ago

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Olmypus "Eye Trek" on Sega Saturn Magazine vol.15 (22/05/1998)

Translation in English:

Now is the time to see the display through the ultra-compact glasses type display

Olympus will release the eyeglass-type new sensation display "Eye-Trek" on June 20th. With a slim body of 110 grams, it can be worn even with eyeglasses on, and sharp images and a large screen equivalent to 62 inches are approaching. The camera is also designed to turn off automatically after two hours of use. The price is 65,000 yen excluding tax. This display, which enables a virtual experience both indoors and outdoors, will make gaming even more fun!

180,000 pixel delta array TFT liquid crystal panel x2. 170X50X55mm (width , height , depth) when the frame is folded. Equipped with inner headphones.

#olympus

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magz · 1 year ago

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Hardware proof-of-concept projects Magz found interesting, from "hack-a-day-prize 2023, 10th anniversary" event.

Contest where engineers and tech enthusiast, submit their hardware projects.

(Link to "Hack-a-day Prize 2023 event" page)

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Video Title. "Open Book: 2023 #HackadayPrize Video" Project Description. "The Open Book: An open hardware reading device that's easy to build, easy to manufacture, and easy to make your own."

(Link to "Open Book" Project page, on Hack-a-day website)

Note: Is open source hardware and firmware. However, "Open book" Reading device only support plain-text file for now. There are many feedback and suggestion to support ePub file and markdown format.

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Video Title. "Electromechanical Refreshable Braille Module : HackadayPrize 2023" (thumbnail text. "Open-source refreshable braille") Project Description. "Lowering the cost of Refreshable Braille Cells by using Electromagnetic Cam Actuators & 3D Printing"

(Link to "Electromechanical Refreshable Braille Module" project page, on Hack-a-day website)

Note: $10 u.s. for the first braille cell production, but $1 u.s. per subsequent braille cell material. As opposed to the usual braille cell being $100 u.s. or more, with 40-cell displays costing $4k or more. The prototype have 100-200 millisecond refresh rate per dot, but will be improved with driver update in next prototype version, along with more durable material.

Other interesting project.

"Speak To Me: A Button Box" Project Page

Description: "A project to make life easier for my 91 year old father, who has hearing and eyesight loss as well as severe short term memory issues." ("Dad's 'Speak-to-me Button Box'" Showcase video, Youtube)

"OHMni-Stick" Project Page

Description: "Ultra Low Force and Displacement Assistive Tech Joystick." ("OHMni-Stick" entry video, youtube)

Long Range Weather Station (65€) Project Page

Description: "A cheap but precise Weather Station (Lora transmission)" ("Long Range Weather Station" entry video, youtube)

"Felini - Revolutionary Pocket-Sized Electronic Lab" Project Page

Description: "Extremely affordable pocket-friendly, designed to provide a wide range of hardware testing and debugging functions in a compact and low-cost" ("Pocker-size electronic lab" entry video, youtube)

"OMOTE - DIY Universal Remote" Project Page

Description: "Open-Source Infrared Remote Using ESP32 and LVGL"

"FindMyCat - The Open Source Pet Tracker" Project Page

Description: "The only pet tracker you will ever need. Months long battery life, works outdoors and indoors. It’s Purr-fectly Empowered." ("FindMyCat" Entry Video, Youtube)

"A 'smart' controller for a powered chair or bed" Project Page

Description: "Automates the powered recliner or bed. Ideal for the mobility-challenged." ("Power chair and bed 'smart' controller" entry video, youtube)

"mysoltrk - a solar tracker, reinvented" Project Page

Description: "A different approach for a solar tracker, alternative movements, to be installed on the outside, to optimize the efficiency of solar panels" ("solar tracker" entry video, youtube)

"Portable Sound Visualization AR Device" Project Page

Description: "A portable AR device that superimposes an image showing the location of a sound source on an image captured by a camera." ("Sound AR device" entry video, Youtube)

Can see more Projects At:

Prize 2023 (10th anniversary) Projects Submission Page, on "Hack-a-day" Site

Other Contests and Events, on "Hack-a-day" Site

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sleepykeebs · 2 months ago

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What Mechanical Keyboard Should I Get?

Mechanical keyboards have become increasingly popular due to their durability, customization options, and satisfying feel and sound. One of the key decisions to make when choosing a mechanical keyboard is deciding on the layout that best fits your needs. Keyboard layouts vary in size and functionality, and understanding the differences can help you find the perfect match for your typing or gaming experience. In this blog, we'll explore the most common mechanical keyboard layouts and guide you in choosing the right one.

Common Mechanical Keyboard Layouts

Full-Sized Keyboard (100%)

Overview:

A full-sized keyboard includes all the keys you would expect on a standard keyboard—104 to 108 keys in total. This layout includes the alphanumeric keys, function keys, arrow keys, a number pad, and other special function keys.

Pros:

Full-sized keyboards are ideal for users who need a dedicated number pad, such as data entry professionals or gamers who use macros and shortcuts.

Cons:

They are large and can take up significant desk space, which may not be ideal for minimalistic setups.

Tenkeyless (TKL) Keyboard (87%)

Overview:

Tenkeyless keyboards remove the number pad, resulting in a smaller and more compact form factor, typically with around 87 keys.

Pros:

TKL keyboards save desk space and are more portable, making them great for gamers and professionals who don’t need a number pad. They also allow for more ergonomic mouse positioning.

Cons:

The lack of a number pad might be a dealbreaker for users who frequently input numerical data.

75% Layout

Overview:

A 75% keyboard is slightly more compact than a TKL keyboard, with all the necessary keys in a tighter, more efficient arrangement. Arrow keys and function keys are still present but placed closer to the alphanumeric section.

Pros:

The 75% layout offers a balance between functionality and size. It's compact enough to save space while still providing access to essential keys.

Cons:

Due to the more condensed layout, some keys may be in unfamiliar positions, which could take some time to get used to.

65% Layout

Overview:

A 65% keyboard cuts out even more keys, including the function row, but retains the arrow keys and some important navigation keys like Page Up, Page Down, and Delete.

Pros:

This layout is excellent for users who want a compact keyboard but still need essential navigation keys for productivity or gaming.

Cons:

The lack of a function row may frustrate users who rely on those keys for certain tasks.

60% Layout

Overview:

One of the smallest layouts, the 60% keyboard eliminates the function keys, arrow keys, and navigation cluster. It typically only retains the alphanumeric section and modifier keys (Shift, Ctrl, etc.).

Pros:

The ultra-compact size makes it perfect for users with limited desk space, and it’s highly portable. It’s popular with minimalist setups and gamers who rely on fewer keys.

Cons:

The missing arrow and function keys can be a significant drawback for productivity users. Some functions are accessed through key combinations, which may slow down workflows.

40% Layout

Overview:

The 40% keyboard takes minimalism to the extreme, removing not just the number pad and function keys, but also the number row. Users rely heavily on function layers and shortcuts.

Pros:

Extremely compact and portable, making it ideal for users who prioritize desk space and portability.

Cons:

This layout has a steep learning curve due to the heavy reliance on key combinations. It’s not suitable for those who need fast and direct access to many keys.

Specialty Layouts

Split Keyboards

Overview:

Split keyboards, also called Alice and Arisu; are designed to reduce wrist strain and promote a more ergonomic typing posture by splitting the keyboard into two halves. Some users find them more comfortable for extended typing sessions, though they take some time to adjust to.

Pros:

Offers improved ergonomics by allowing a natural hand and wrist position. Helps with arm and shoulde ralignment

Cons:

Learning curve can be hard and gruesome. Less portable than other keyboards and more expensive as layout is unusual.

Ortholinear Keyboards

Overview:

Unlike standard staggered keyboards, ortholinear layouts have keys arranged in straight vertical columns. They’re popular among users who believe the grid-like arrangement improves typing efficiency.

Pros:

More efficient and ergonomic typing by aligning keys in straight columns, which can reduce finger movement and strain for some users.

Cons:

The unusual key arrangement can require a steep learning curve, as it differs from the staggered layout most people are accustomed to, making the transition challenging. Additionally, fewer models and customization options are available, limiting choices for users seeking more variety.

How to Choose the Best Mechanical Keyboard Layout for You

Consider Your Workload and Habits

If you frequently work with numbers, such as in data entry or accounting, a full-sized keyboard might be a necessity. For general office tasks, a TKL or 75% layout offers a balance between functionality and compactness.

For gamers, compact keyboards like 60% or 65% layouts can provide more room for mouse movement, which can be a critical factor in fast-paced gaming.

Desk Space and Portability

If you have limited desk space or frequently travel with your keyboard, smaller layouts like 60% or 65% can be ideal. These options offer more portability while still retaining essential keys.

For a stationary setup with ample desk space, the full-sized or TKL keyboards may be more comfortable to use for extended periods.

Ergonomics and Comfort

For users concerned with wrist strain, ergonomic keyboards like split or ortholinear keyboards can be worth considering. These layouts are designed to promote natural hand and wrist positioning, reducing discomfort during long typing sessions.

Aesthetic and Personal Preference

Layout preference can also come down to aesthetics. If you prefer a clean, minimal look for your workspace, a 60% layout might fit that vision. If you value symmetry and uniformity in key placement, an ortholinear keyboard might be appealing.

Additionally, consider whether you enjoy customizing your keyboard with keycaps and switches. Some smaller layouts might offer fewer customization options due to their compact size.

The best mechanical keyboard layout ultimately depends on your specific needs, preferences, and usage habits. Whether you're a gamer looking for a compact layout, a professional who needs a number pad, or someone who values portability, there's a mechanical keyboard layout that can enhance your typing experience. Take the time to consider how you use your keyboard daily, and you'll be able to make a decision that balances functionality and comfort.

Happy typing!

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