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Love this! This 1975 TV programme from the BBC, presented with wonderful simplicity and humour by Fyfe Robertson, is fascinating on multiple levels. Automobile enthusiasts will enjoy the scenes of the Earls Court motor show featuring flashy new cars like MkIII Cortinas, the semi-anarchic atmosphere on the BL Longbridge assembly line and British roads full of mostly British cars and lorries, not to mention the feature-packed Rolls Royce Camargue: "Gadgets? The damn thing's full o' them! ...automatic gears, power steering, the last word in air conditioning, stereo radio, quadrophonic cassette player – you never saw anything like it! Automatic nearly everything, automatic pace-setter (cruise control) here. Watch this!" *raises and lowers power seat* "Watch that window!" *lowers and raises power window* Like me, he clearly loves cars, but, also like me, he is very uncomfortable with the damage they are doing to society and the environment. The problems he addresses (apart from leaded petrol) are, 50 years later, unchanged or many times worse. In 1975 the total number of licensed vehicles in the UK was 16.5 million. Now it is 41.2 million and, the last time I looked at the map, Britain is the same size as it was then**. The programme was made during the aftermath of the 1973 fuel crisis, so he is highly critical of car companies pushing the sales of big cars, but the cars he criticizes are relatively petite compared to their 2024 equivalents. And as for the A2 Dover Road through Eltham in south-east London, in the film it looks almost bucolic if you are familiar with the hideous concrete gulley that is there now. He doesn't propose any solutions apart from passing mentions of public transport and alternative fuel vehicles, including "steam" (!?) and an interview with BL chairman Lord Stokes who, predictably, poo-poos EVs, but it is a fascinating time capsule proving that governments' and industries' solutions always have been an integral part of the problem. https://lnkd.in/g6TJD_Kr ** https://lnkd.in/gv_CB2de (Excel download) #cars #automobiles #EV #trafficcongestion #pollution

ART AND ENERGY WASTE 💚 How can art, culture, and creative actors engage citizens in finding new solutions to reduce energy consumption? 📻 Check out Duncan Geere's work: it is currently broadcasting live! On Standby is a piece of sound art designed to be listened to while sleeping. Supported by the CCI4change project, it connects energy use with sonification art. "When we sleep, our electronic devices lie awake. Unlike humans and other animals, where periods of activity need to be interspersed with periods of rest and switching off, the interconnected web of electronic devices that we share our homes with continues to hum and buzz with energy, all through the night. Now, you’re about to hear what that sounds like." Discover all the pilots: https://lnkd.in/gBC6rk9E -- The total budget of the CCI4change project is 470,000 EUR, of which 80%, or 380 000 EUR, is funded by the Interreg Baltic Sea Region programme and the remaining 20% by the project partners.

Capturing Movement with Panning: Follow moving subjects like buses or cyclists with your camera on a slow shutter speed. It blurs the background and keeps the subject sharp, perfect for a bustling Leeds scene. https://www.rfr.bz/l804f44

The interior of the "Mammoth Drop" is designed to maximize efficiency and functionality. On the upper deck, four ergonomic seats are reserved for pilots, incorporating a control station and a navigation console. Below, the passenger seats provide a compact yet practical space. At the rear, cargo compartments are arranged both above and below to store personal supplies ordered by the crew of Station 44. For this post I was more focus on lighting and object placement, I aimed to enhance the storytelling and atmosphere within the space. This exploration allowed me to experiment with scene composition, emphasizing how the arrangement of elements contributes to the functional narrative of life aboard the vessel.

Knock, knock. Learn more about that door at National Council of Acoustical Consultants Table 31

🌟 Road Reflectors: Our Nighttime Guardians 🌟 Discover the fascinating journey of road reflectors, from their invention by Percy Shaw in the 1930s to their crucial role in keeping our roads safe today. These small but mighty devices not only illuminate our paths but also save countless lives by reducing nighttime accidents. Learn about the engineering teamwork that goes into designing these reflective wonders and how they guide us safely home. Swipe through to see how these little heroes make a big difference in our driving experience! 🚗✨ Have you ever appreciated the impact of road reflectors on your night drives? Share your thoughts in the comments! #RoadSafety #Reflectors #EngineeringInnovation #CivilEngineering #OpticalEngineering #SafeDriving #SkillLync

🌌Witness the Celestial Spectacle: Northern Lights Illuminate Skies Across the Globe!🌠 Prepare to be mesmerized as the heavens put on a show like no other! A powerful solar storm has set the stage for a breathtaking display of northern lights, gracing the skies over the United States and Europe with its ethereal glow. But as we marvel at this celestial phenomenon, let's also stay mindful of its potential impact on our technological infrastructure. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) has issued a rare severe geomagnetic storm warning, alerting us to the solar storm's potent effects. While this presents a rare opportunity to witness the aurora borealis in all its splendor, it also raises concerns about disruptions to power grids and communication networks. Reports of sightings have already poured in from across the pond, with residents of the UK and parts of Europe treated to an enchanting display of colors dancing across the night sky. From hues of pink and blue to iridescent purple, the northern lights have left spectators spellbound, sharing their awe-inspiring encounters on social media. But the show isn't over yet! According to NOAA, the solar storm's reach could extend across the Atlantic, offering viewers in the United States a chance to witness this celestial spectacle firsthand. So, whether you're in the UK, Europe, or the US, keep your eyes peeled for the aurora's luminous dance. As we gaze skyward in wonder, let's remember the science behind this magical display. The northern lights are a result of charged particles from the sun interacting with the Earth's atmosphere, creating a dazzling array of colors and patterns. So, if you find yourself beneath the celestial canvas of the northern lights, take a moment to appreciate the beauty of nature's cosmic ballet. And remember, while the aurora may captivate us with its splendor, let's also remain vigilant of its potential impact on our interconnected world. #NorthernLights #SolarStorm #CelestialSpectacle #AuroraBorealis #NatureIsMagic ✨🌌 https://lnkd.in/eMuJebnY

🌌Celestial Spectacle Alert! Witness the Northern Lights Illuminate the Night Sky!🌠 Get ready to be dazzled by a breathtaking display of nature's beauty! An extraordinary solar storm has ignited the skies with the enchanting glow of the northern lights, painting a canvas of colors across the heavens. This weekend, lucky spectators in the United States and Europe may have the chance to witness this awe-inspiring phenomenon firsthand. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) has issued a rare geomagnetic storm warning, signaling the arrival of intense solar activity. As charged particles from the sun interact with the Earth's atmosphere, they create a mesmerizing dance of light known as the aurora borealis. Already, residents across Europe have been treated to a stunning spectacle, with vibrant hues of pink, blue, and purple illuminating the night sky. From the UK to Scandinavia, social media has been flooded with captivating images of this celestial show. But the magic isn't limited to Europe alone. NOAA predicts that the solar storm's effects could extend across the Atlantic, offering viewers in the United States a chance to witness the northern lights in all their splendor. So, whether you're in Europe, the US, or anywhere else with a clear view of the night sky, keep your eyes peeled for this once-in-a-lifetime event. Don't miss out on the opportunity to marvel at the wonders of the universe and capture memories that will last a lifetime! https://lnkd.in/eJzDK6k9 #NorthernLights #SolarStorm #CelestialSpectacle #AuroraBorealis #NatureIsMagic ✨🌌

We need to talk about the headlights!   Because nothing says 'good evening' like having your retinas consumed by an approaching light show from a car, or cars, that think it's an audition for a sci-fi movie.   Hence, the topic today is "headlights"—those brilliant beams that keep us from driving into potholes that could double as Olympic diving pools and, on occasion, temporarily blinding other drivers.   They're there to help us see, but some people—apologies for bringing this up—treat them as if they're illuminating the next big concert or determining whether their car can double as a lighthouse. Now, we all know that high beams have their uses.   They are ideal for those lonely, dark stretches of road where stray cattle, dung, and ditches play hide and seek.   However, somewhere along the line, a group of drivers decided that high beams should be the default setting, regardless of whether the road is one-way or two-way, crowded, dark, or well-lit.   To these high-beam enthusiasts, we understand your desire to illuminate the night like a human spotlight.   But here's the thing: those of us on the receiving end are not auditioning for roles in a solar flare.   Flicking your high beams in traffic is akin to arriving at a candlelit dinner with a floodlight; it's excessive and, frankly, blinding. Headlights can multitask, flashing to say, 'Hey, I'm here!' or communicating the universal 'Move over, buddy.'   However, they are most effective when used thoughtfully rather than as a weapon of mass illumination.   So next time we’re behind the wheel and about to flick on those lights, let's remember to keep it simple: low beams for visibility, high beams for situations that require their use (but not at the expense of everyone else's eyesight).   Because, while our headlights are necessary, they are designed to guide, not send aliens a dazzling invitation to earth and inadvertently cause light-blindness, which is frequently a cause of accidents.     #FoodForThought #Headlights #IssuedInPublicInterest #Writing #Perspectives #Humor #Dailypost

An echo sounder is a system that helps understand what is underneath and has been used by most seagoing ships for a long time. This system, which is one of the simplest applications of the Sonar (sound navigation and ranging) technique, uses the fundamental principle of acoustics to assess how much depth of water is available