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Botany Melbourne is an online floristry practice based in Melbourne that prioritizes environmental responsibility and sustainability. The company avoids using floral foam, a plastic product that breaks down into microscopic particles and pollutes waterways, instead opting for reusable glass vases. They also hand-deliver their arrangements to ensure optimal condition and source their floral ingredients directly from local growers to minimize plastic use and carbon miles. Botany also offers naturally dried flowers that are dried in-house without the use of chemicals. The company is committed to minimizing its environmental impact, donating to Greenfleet to offset carbon miles and using eco-friendly packaging and materials. [Extracted from the article]

This article provides a list of six guitar cases that offer different levels of protection and features. The Ibanez PowerPad IAB541 is an affordable option with 15mm padding and secure internal belt straps. The TGI Extreme 4830 strikes a balance between protection and price, with 20mm padding and concealable back straps. The Warwick RockBag Starline offers a triple-layered system for maximum protection, with 20mm foam padding, 5mm polythene padding, and 2mm plastic panelling. The Reunion Blues Continental Voyager features a reinforced neck-bracing system and a durable exterior. The Mono M80 provides near hard-case-level protection in a lightweight gigbag design. The Wolfmeister Gig-Shells offer the protection of a hard case with the convenience of a bag, and come in stylish designs. [Extracted from the article]

I was looking around for good budget alternatives (fave.co/3MBJpB3) when all of a sudden G.Skill released a new mechanical keyboard, priced at just $55 on Amazon. DEPARTMENTS PCWorld EDITORS' CHOICE If you've been following my keyboard reviews lately, you know I've been lamenting the ever-increasing price of mainstream "gaming" boards that don't seem to be in any way related to their actual function. Well, you can't expect to pay so little and also get decent keycaps…huh, actually, the KM250 has PBT "pudding" keycaps that complement the RGB lighting rather nicely. [Extracted from the article]

Drawing on the data provided by APCO and the AIP, CHOICE continued the analysis, counting how many packaging components were in each box, determining how many of these were recyclable, recording the number of REDcycle components, and checking for the use of non-recyclable foam. Our APCO and AIP experts included comments on how each product did in terms of the overall recyclability of its packaging components, although these have been omitted from the results tables shown here. The not-for-profit Australian Packaging Covenant Organisation (APCO) has an ambitious goal - to make sure all packaging that's made, used or sold in Australia is recyclable, reusable or compostable by 2025. [Extracted from the article]

A pair of lamps - the broad, human-faced Some of Us table lamp and a multicolored handkerchief-shaped Rug lamp - are two more examples of how Pesce can approach the same object in radically different ways. Pesce tends to work with plastic resin and foam, which cast quickly and can take on any number of forms. Features Gaetano Pesce doesn't care much for right angles. [Extracted from the article]

The bottle according to claim 1, wherein: the detachable housing comprises a cover; and when the detachable housing is inserted into the receptacle, the cover either attaches to the receptacle sidewall or is flush with an exterior surface of the sidewall. The bottle according to claim 1, wherein at least one of the detachable housing or the receptacle sidewall comprises one or more magnets for attaching the detachable housing to the receptacle sidewall. The bottle according to claim 1, wherein the detachable housing is sized and shaped to fit inside the receptacle such that an exterior surface of the detachable housing is flush with an exterior surface of the sidewall when the detachable housing is inserted into the receptacle. [Extracted from the article]

The beverage holder of claim 8, further comprising: sleeve indicia carried by an exterior of the insulating sleeve; and grip pad indicia disposed on the exterior surface of the grip pad. The beverage holder of claim 12, further comprising: sleeve indicia carried by an exterior of the insulating sleeve; and grip pad indicia disposed on the exterior surface of the grip pad. The beverage holder of claim 12, further in combination with the beverage container received within the insulating sleeve and the magnetic mount magnetically coupled to the support structure with the beverage container and insulating sleeve pendent therefrom.". [Extracted from the article]

The pipeline can include ducts or pipes (also referred to as lines, hoses, or tubes) which carry such beverages. The system of claim 1, further comprising a flow meter configured to detect at least one of a pressure of the beverage line or a temperature of a portion of liquid in the beverage line. The system of claim 5, wherein the server stores information comprising at least one of: cleaning duration for the type of beverage, cleaning duration for the beverage line, cleaning frequency for the beverage line, or cleaning frequency for the type of beverage. [Extracted from the article]

STEP TWO Slide each pomander halfway onto a toothpick; then insert the pick into the tree, starting at the bottom. STEP TWO Secure the clove-studded oranges within the leaves and branches either by using florist picks (with the pointed end pushed into the fruit) or attaching them with wire. Handmade pomanders fill your home with a fresh, citrusy fragrance ACCENT THE TABLE Brighten up each place setting with an individual pomander STEP ONE Use a toothpick to poke holes into each orange in the shape of your design (you can either draw it on or freehand it); then push in the whole cloves. [Extracted from the article]

A patent application has been submitted for a method and device to alleviate back, pelvic, and/or sacral pain during labor, contractions, and childbirth. The inventor discovered that applying mechanical pressure to specific areas can reduce pain during these processes. The device includes clamps, a bar, padding attachments, and an adjustable slider to apply pressure to the hips, pelvis, and lower back. The application provides detailed instructions on how to use the device to alleviate pain. [Extracted from the article]

The Downtown Aquarium in Denver, Colorado, recently acquired a rare orange lobster. Lobsters are underwater animals with hard shells and eight legs. This particular lobster, named Crush, was discovered in a shipment of food at a Red Lobster restaurant in Pueblo, Colorado. The staff at the restaurant, who are Denver Broncos fans, decided to give Crush to the Downtown Aquarium. Crush is currently being kept separate from other fish until a doctor can examine him, after which he will be placed in a tank with other cold-water fish. The aquarium is excited to share this rare animal with the community. [Extracted from the article]

OGLE COMPONENT DESIGN OCD LOCKRINGS $145 (PAIR) | 14 GRAMS I cannot with a straight face argue for a functional reason why you should purchase these CNC-machined titanium disc-rotor lockrings. ROVAL ALPINIST CLX WHEEL SET $2,650 | 1,250 GRAMS Roval's Alpinist CLX II retains the external rim shape and spoke lacing pattern (21F/24R) of its predecessor but adds tubeless compatibility to this new version. Chris Wehan, Roval's Senior Product Manager, noted that the original Alpinist wheels were planned to be tubeless but, through testing with Roval-sponsored teams, were found to be too light to be run without tubes in the tires. [Extracted from the article]

The article in National Geographic Kids discusses a potential solution to the problem of plastic foam pollution in the oceans. Scientists have found that beetle larvae can break down plastic foam by eating it, thanks to bacteria in their guts. By understanding this process, experts may be able to develop a new way to recycle plastic foam. The article encourages readers to avoid using plastic foam products and provides tips on reducing plastic waste. [Extracted from the article]

The article discusses the Saiyin DS6305 soundbar, which offers a budget-friendly solution to enhance the sound quality of low-priced smart TVs. While it lacks advanced features like spatial audio or dynamic sound formats, it provides a decent boost to the TV's sound quality, particularly in terms of bass. The soundbar has three EQ modes and comes with a remote control for easy adjustment. It does not have an HDMI port, but can be easily connected to the TV using a digital optical cable. Overall, the Saiyin DS6305 is a cost-effective option for improving the audio experience of budget TVs. [Extracted from the article]

A patent has been issued for a foldable transport container designed to safely and conveniently transport multiple plates or microplates containing samples within a laboratory. The container is made of lightweight and cost-effective materials, such as cardboard, and can be folded into a box-like shape with openings in its walls. It includes a bottom wall, front wall, back wall, and a top wall divided into two parts, providing a handle for carrying the container. The container's design ensures that the plates stay together and are not mixed up with samples from other tests during transportation. [Extracted from the article]

A patent application has been submitted for a beverage cup and cup holder with improved grip. The inventor aims to optimize gripping features in plastic disposable cups to enhance grip without affecting the cost or operation of the cup. The invention includes a plastic cup body with a gripping band containing embossed gripping projections, as well as a silicon band for holding a cup with similar features. The patent application provides detailed descriptions and claims for the invention. [Extracted from the article]

A patent application has been submitted for a surgical arm positioner with a sterile disposable support. The invention aims to provide a limb support and positioning structure for maintaining a patient's arm in the desired position during surgery. The arm retainer includes a disposable arm support liner made of malleable material with a soft engagement surface. The liner can be secured to a rigid arm tray and removed after surgery, while the tray can be re-sterilized for further use. The arm retainer may also include a hand grip post and hook and loop straps for additional support. [Extracted from the article]

Scaling-laws are ubiquitous as universal physical principles in physics, biological systems, and human behavior. The scaling-law rheological responses of viscoelastic and plastic deformations and rate-dependent softening and stiffening during dynamic loading are remarkable characteristics of living cells and cell-like materials; however, the underlying mechanisms remain poorly understood. Here, we first propose a cellular structural model with 3-dimensional anisotropic discrete and plastic cytoskeletal networks to study the scaling-law rheological responses of cells. Besides the scaling-law invariance observed in cellular plastic deformation and viscoelastic deformation under large force ranges, there is evidence of scaling-law variance under relatively small force ranges. We develop a minimal mechanical model to elucidate the origins of scaling-law variance and invariance of cellular viscoelastic and plastic deformations. Interestingly, we find that cell materials can transition from fluid to solid over time and from elasticity to plasticity with increasing force. Furthermore, it is shown that the heterogeneity of three-dimensional cytoskeletal network dominates the anisotropic viscoplastic behavior of cells. We show that the stress-strain curves of cells with plastic cytoskeletons can be collapsed onto a single master curve of cells with elastic cytoskeletons. Moreover, we discover and derive a novel scaling-law Δ F ∼ v 0 α wherein the extent of force relaxation on cells during cyclical mechanical stimuli follows the same power-law dependence on the loading rate, as creep compliance on time. Our findings provide evidence that structure-based simulation and theoretical models can naturally capture the scaling-law invariance and variance of cellular deformations, in agreement with many experimental findings. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

After the roof is framed but before sheathing is installed, we staple a layer of a vapor-open water-resistive barrier (WRB), like the Tyvek Commercial Wrap used on this project, to the top of the roof rafters. The WRB not only acts as the insulation netting at the top of the roof rafters, but it keeps the vent chambers clear and allows the insulated rafter bays to dry to the exterior. FEATURES As the building industry turns its focus to the creation of low-energy homes and building practices that minimize greenhouse gasses, we've made what used to be a difficult and complex process - creating airtight, super-insulated houses - building as usual. [Extracted from the article]

A recent study conducted at Shanghai Jiao Tong University in China has provided new insights into prostate cancer. The research focused on the role of cell plasticity in tumor progression and therapy resistance. The study found that prostate cancer cells undergo an intermediate state marked by Zeb1 expression, which leads to the development of neuroendocrine prostate cancer (NEPC). Zeb1 drives metabolic rewiring in the cells, enabling the epigenetic reprogramming necessary for the transition to NEPC. This research contributes to our understanding of the characteristics and markers of plastic cellular states during cancer cell lineage transition. [Extracted from the article]

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"We had to play with pedal ratios because Dean is so tall, so we had to customise the pedals to suit his height", explains Graeme. Ridetech coil-over suspension and Baer disc brakes round out the package at both ends, while the rear end hangs off a DTK rear clip and features their parallel four-link trailing arms and Watt's link. "I think Dean's car is indicative of our style at DTK, which is to build cars that drive", says Graeme. [Extracted from the article]

A patent has been issued for a surgical arm positioner with a sterile disposable support. The invention is designed to maintain a patient's arm in the desired position during surgery on the shoulder. The arm support includes a disposable liner made of malleable material with a soft engagement surface, which can be wrapped around the patient's arm for retention. The liner is secured to a rigid arm tray and can be easily removed and disposed of after surgery. The invention also includes features such as a hand grip post and hook and loop straps for added support. The patent was assigned to Encore Medical LP. [Extracted from the article]

Several letters to the editor are presented in response to articles in previous issues including "Rural Clinic: Can It Cure Doctor Shortage" in the August 20, 1955 issue, "Vinyl Plastic Whips Up Foam" in the September 17, 1955 issue and one regarding the involvement of Wollensak Optical Co. in the business of manufacturing binoculars.

A patent has been issued for trellis posts used in vineyards. The patent describes a trellis post made of a molded plastic tubular element with flanges that provide slots for wires. The post is reinforced with an internal stake and filled with a supporting material such as foamed plastics, mortar, concrete, or Portland cement. The patent also includes a method for making the trellis post. The assignee for the patent is FSP Holdings Pty Ltd. [Extracted from the article]

Cup Noodles, a popular instant noodle brand, is undergoing a makeover after 50 years. In 2024, the noodles will be packaged in an environmentally friendly paper cup instead of a foam cup with plastic packaging. The new cup will also allow people to microwave their noodles. Baseball star Shohei Ohtani will be donating 60,000 baseball gloves to children in Japan, his home country. Lastly, the US observed Veterans Day to honor those who have served in the military, with parades and ceremonies held across the country. President Joe Biden expressed gratitude and acknowledged the debt owed to veterans at a ceremony in Arlington National Cemetery. [Extracted from the article]

Baltimore City is taking steps to clean up and rejuvenate its community by implementing various waste reduction initiatives. These include banning single-use plastic bags and foam food containers, establishing a food scrap drop-off program, and expanding curbside recycling. The city also plans to build a solar-powered composting facility with federal funding. Grassroots groups are also working to address waste issues, such as a compost operation that collects food scraps door-to-door and a reuse program run by an environmentalist and Johns Hopkins University students. These activists are united in their opposition to Baltimore's waste combustion facility and are focused on educating communities about the benefits of a zero-waste economy and developing local cooperatives. They aim to empower underserved communities to monetize materials and reduce the negative health and environmental impacts associated with waste incineration. [Extracted from the article]

With both Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant compatibility, and Wi-Fi streaming you can simply add this speaker to your multi-room home speaker setup and as long as you're in Wi-Fi range take it anywhere your music doesn't currently reach. US$300 | logitechg.com/en-us Whether you want to use XBox Game Pass, Steam Link or Nvidia GeForce Now, Logitech's Cloud handheld gaming device allows you to play your favourite titles from anywhere. It's also capable of quickly cycling between up to three devices and will follow the Flow-enabled MX mouse across devices, along with any files you're trying to move. [Extracted from the article]

The article offers information on spirally loaded copper tape and PVC dipole, with an 18-inch tall corkscrew of 1-inch adhesive-backed copper foil tape. Topics discussed include role of copper tape for excellent SWR of less than 1.5:1 across the entire band; need to keep the coax centered inside the helix and PVC pipe to prevent it from adversely affecting the antenna; and suggestion to connect the coax shield wire to the bottom helix turns.

The article presents step-by-step process for making Bisque-Molded Basin, and mentions a recipe named Garlic Red Wine Vinaigrette and Salad.

Run ROAD RUNNING SHOES Altra Provision 4 $130 The best stability shoes shed weight and run smooth without a lot of extra foam and plastic, but they're usually clunkier than their neutral counter-parts. Testers said the Provision feels "remarkably smooth", with an impressive balance of cushion and flex. It's also flexible, with durable outsole rubber only on parts of the shoe that make contact with the ground, like the heel and toe, while the rest is recessed, exposed midsole. [Extracted from the article]

CSR & Sustainability Performance running lifestyle brand Saucony, part of WolverineWorldwide and celebrating its 125th anniversary this year, hasannounced a major step in its sustainability journey, aiming tohave 90 percent of its products made from organic, recycled orrenewable materials by 2025 and 100 percent by 2030. As part of its sustainability strategy, Saucony introduced theRFG Standard, a baseline measurement that indicates whether aproduct meets the brand's sustainability goals while deliveringthe performance customers demand. [Extracted from the article]

The article reviews several chairs including Björn Dahlström's Velit stackable seats by Bernhardt Design + Plank, Active Pony rockable height-adjustable stool by Humanscale, and Forpeople's Tone adjustable task chair by Teknion.

The city on Tuesday recommended fines ranging from $50 to $250 for restaurants, food delivery and third-party courier services that send utensils and other items like soy sauce and ketchup packets to customers who didn't ask for them, the result of the so-called "Skip the Stuff" bill that was signed into law in February. (Bloomberg) -- New Yorkers with takeout-heavy diets soon won't have to contend with an overwhelming array of unwanted plastic spoons and chopsticks. [Extracted from the article]

Keywords: Nashville; State:Tennessee; United States; North and Central America; Chemicals and Chemistry; Bone Research; Health and Medicine EN Nashville State:Tennessee United States North and Central America Chemicals and Chemistry Bone Research Health and Medicine 4996 4996 1 05/08/23 20230512 NES 230512 2023 MAY 12 (NewsRx) -- By a News Reporter-Staff News Editor at Health & Medicine Week -- Data detailed on Chemicals and Chemistry have been presented. However, it is unclear whether sugar-mediated accumulation of AGEs affects the fracture toughness of human cortical bone in a manner that is consistent with the negative correlations between amide I sub-peak ratios and fracture toughness.". [Extracted from the article]

The apparatus of claim 1, wherein the wireless transceiver comprises a Bluetooth transceiver. The Bluetooth transceiver to link with an audio device and receive wireless signals from the audio device, the wireless signals carrying encoded signals representative of audio signals from the audio device. The apparatus of claim 1, wherein the processor is to convert electrical signals into audible voice signals and to cause the audio speaker to output the audible voice signals. [Extracted from the article]

The backflow preventer module of claim 3, wherein the thermal mass flow meter further comprises a second temperature sensor located at the distance from the heater toward the other of the inlet or the outlet. The backflow preventer module of claim 1, wherein the thermal mass flow meter comprises a heater and a temperature sensor located at a distance from the heater toward the inlet or the outlet. The backflow preventer module further comprises a thermal mass flow meter, the thermal mass flow meter located between the inlet and the outlet along the flow path. [Extracted from the article]

After decades of making chemicals used to make plastic foams for sneakers, Korea-listed Kumyang jumped into the hot battery business last year. The move sent shares of the company soaring by more than 1,000% since and catapulted Kumyang's CEO, Ryu Kwang-ji, onto the Korea's 50 Richest list. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

In one embodiment, the ultraviolet light emitting diodes can be configured with some of the ultraviolet light emitting sources generating UV-C radiation and other sources generating blue-UV radiation. The ultraviolet light emitting sources can include ultraviolet light emitting devices such as ultraviolet light emitting diodes. The liquid storage and dispensing device of claim 1, further comprising at least one optical element to distribute the ultraviolet light emitted from the plurality of ultraviolet light emitting sources about the liquid in the liquid chamber. [Extracted from the article]

The fluid level detector system of claim 1, wherein the amount of change in the capacitance measured at the transmitter and receiver system is based on the fluid being detected. The fluid level detector of claim 1, wherein the capacitance measured at the transmitter and receiver system changes proportionally with an amount of fluid located at the sensing zone. The fluid level detector of claim 1, wherein a defined change in the capacitance measured at the transmitter and receiver system represents an amount of fluid at the sensing zone. [Extracted from the article]

The method of claim 19, wherein the regular array of the plurality of the wall parts comprises an array of substantially pyramidal, conical or part-spherical convex wall parts, each of the convex wall parts comprising a core layer of expanded cellular foam between opposed skin layers consisting of a three-dimensionally shaped first solid skin part defining the convex surface of the convex wall part and a substantially smooth second solid skin part, wherein the convex wall parts are spaced from the adjacent convex wall parts by an area of the plastic composition which is unexpanded. The expansion of the molten plastic composition between the first and second skins by foaming also provides the articles with good thermal insulation properties. The method of claim 24, wherein the first end part of the intermediate article has a smaller wall thickness than the second end part of the intermediate article to at least partly compensate for the greater stretch ratio for the length of the first solid skin at the first end part of the intermediate article as compared to the second end part of the intermediate article.". [Extracted from the article]

For example, the formation of large ice crystals within the food product may damage the food product's cellular structure. An ice processing device, comprising: an enclosure of a refrigeration device o a freezer, the enclosure defining a cavity configured to hold an object comprised of a material in which ice crystals may form; a temperature sensor configured to measure temperature data corresponding to a temperature of the object within the cavity; a plurality of electrodes configured to create an electromagnetic field within the cavity; and a controller configured to receive the temperature data from the temperature sensor and to oscillate a field density of the electromagnetic field at a frequency which depends on the temperature, wherein the controller increases the frequency with increasing temperature within a range of 100 Hz to 100 kHz, such that the ice crystals absorb energy from the electromagnetic field even as the temperature of the ice changes, thereby to heat any ice crystals formed in the object based on the pulsed electric field, and inhibit formation of the ice crystals in the object, and wherein the controller is configured to receive the temperature data from the temperature sensor and to update the frequency of the electromagnetic field at time intervals based on measured temperature data, so that the frequency is updated more often when the temperature correspondingly changes, such that a dipole resonance condition is continuously maintained as the ice is heated. [Extracted from the article]

"To compensate for this decrease in pressure of the gas in the headspace, it is well known in the art to provide a pressure control device which does insert additional pressurized gas into the headspace as such is required. Keywords: Alkalies; Anions; Beverage; Business; Carbon Dioxide; Carbonates; Carbonic Acid; Chemicals; Food; Joseph Company International Inc EN Alkalies Anions Beverage Business Carbon Dioxide Carbonates Carbonic Acid Chemicals Food Joseph Company International Inc 2023 MAR 2 (NewsRx) -- By a News Reporter-Staff News Editor at Food Weekly News -- A patent by the inventor Radford, Mark P. (West Sussex, GB), filed on March 10, 2017, was published online on February 7, 2023, according to news reporting originating from Alexandria, Virginia, by NewsRx correspondents. No. 8,469,239 discloses a pressure control device for use with a beer keg which includes a piston seated within a cylinder for opening or closing a gas supply opening while a scavenger is accommodated in a pressure control chamber to scavenge carbon dioxide gas which enters that chamber. [Extracted from the article]

The article focuses on new products launched by Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co. at its new research laboratory in Akron, Ohio in June 1943 as a result of its research on electronics, aviation and plastics. It is said that the company's research demonstrates the alertness of rubber companies to postwar trends. The company's new products include a radio static neutralizer, the elastic plastic Plioflex and plastic foam. The static neutralizer was invented by self-educated physicist Gilbert J. C. Andresen.

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