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D&B® Scores and Ratings 101

It's critical to know how each one of the D&B® Scores and Ratings may impact your business. These scores may influence your chances of qualifying for a business loan, lowering your interest rates, managing your cash flow and negotiating better payment terms. Understanding the information in your business credit file is a major step in knowing how you can be proactive by maintaining good business credit.

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Monday, November 2, 2009

How I started

I have always liked the intricate patterns that are associated with Chinese ceramics from the late 1600;s to the 1920;s and I like blue and white as a personal favourite. I collect certain pieces; when I am in China that I think I would want to have in my personal collection; this makes my purchase easy as I do not look at the price {high or low}; but more of weather the piece to me looks authentic; this is not that easy {as there are fakes everywhere}; but if I will enjoy it in my collection; then I will buy it given that I can afford it; as some ceramics may fetch as high as $27;ooo;ooo at auction; and I do not that kind to spare ; without serious ramifications to my financial well being. The above item is one that was purchased in the city of Tianjin; it is quite heavy; and to this day I have never seen a Chinese ceramic that comes close in appearance; shape or syle.I look foreward to finding out the origin and history behind this paticuar piece; as I can not be sure on its history. I am 80% sure it is of high quality .

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Impact Review for University of Exeter: Sex and History Programme

Impact study examining (a) the immediate and (b) the long term impact of our 2010/11 Lust in Translation project, designed and delivered in partnership with University of Exeter’s Centre for Medical History; Plymouth City Museum and Art Gallery; City College Plymouth; Plymouth Youth Service; Age Concern and Plymouth Befrienders.

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Thursday, July 28, 2005

Stash and Wash explain the Supreme Court nomination

I ran into a couple of old friends of mine, the brothers Stash and Wash, the other day on a quick sojourn north.
Over a few Yuenglings, we started to discuss the nomination of John Roberts to the U.S. Supreme Court.
More accurately, once I asked what they thought, they went on a long discussion. As best as I can recall it, here it is (warning: some of the language is definitely not politically correct):
"I'll tell ya, Wash, I tink dis guy is da right guy for da job."
"Yeah, Stash, he's got more smarts than Joe da lawyer in town."
"Is he Irish, Wash?"
"Looks like it, Stash. I know he's Cathlik."
"Good, Wash. Good Cathlik. Just like us." (Stash makes the Sign of the Cross. Wash follows suit.)
"But, Stash, he's gonna have some problems 'cause he's a good Cathlik."
"Whyzat, Wash?"
"Well, Stash, you know what our Polish pope, John Paul da Great, said about abortion."
"He didn't like it a little bit, Wash. Good man. Polish man." (Stash raises his Yuengling in a toast. Wash joins in.)
"Now, you know, Stash, that dere's a whole lotta people dat don't think dis guy should be on da Supreme Court 'coz he follows John Paul da Great on abortion."
"You mean, Wash, like dat Shoomaker guy outta New York?"
"I tink it's Schumer, Stash. Anyway, da guy don't like anybody what has 'deeply held personal beliefs.' "
"You mean like we believe in Yuengling and kielbasa, Wash?"
"Yeah, Stash, pass da kielbasa over here, huh?"
"Here you go, Wash."
"Tanks, Stash."
"So, Wash, dis Schumer guy, what does he b'leev in?"
"I tink, Stash, he b'leevs dat him and his looney friends should have da power and da rest of us can go pound sand."
"I'd like ta pound his head in da sand, Wash."
"Good idea, Stash, but dey don't have sand in Washington, D.C."
"Too bad, Wash."
"Hey, more Yuenglings here."
"So, Stash, we want dis guy Roberts to get in, right?"
"Right, Wash, even if he is Irish."


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Judul: Pemanfaatan Sabut Kelapa Sebagai Bahan Ferro Cement Pada Lambung Kapal Kayu Dibawah Garis Air Dengan Analisa Disain Eksperimental Faktorial Untuk Kapal-Kapal Kayu Tradisional Di Daerah Maluku
Penulis: Helly Lainsamputy & Heidy Ririmasse   || email: teknologi@rad.net.id
Jurnal: Teknologi Vol. 7 no. 1 - hal. 727 - 734 Tahun 2010  [ Teknik ]
Keywords:  Ferro cement, hull ship under
Abstract: Quality of the ferro cement layer is the main priority to protection the surface of hull ship under the water line from damage. The application of factorial experimental design method can solve this problem with be used the coconut bark fruit as the material additional in to mix up the ferro cement it self. This research uses Factorial Experimental Design method with three main factors : three levels sand material treatment (factor A), two levels of drying process (factor B), and five levels of material matching of sand, cement and additional material of coconut bark fruit as factor C. Statistical test in this study uses multivariance ANOVA test and combines with Student-Newman-Keuls (S-N-K) test to determine the divergence of the three factors correspond to compression strength of the paving block. The research shows that, the value of the ferro cement layers average compression strength is : 470.82 KN more than the value of the ferro cement layer's average compression strength that had be maked by traditional worker at the wood ship.
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Monday, March 13, 2006

In Response to Koranteng's Toli on Kwame Nkrumah, and His Redemption Thereof

By way of Global Voices, I came across an article written by Koranteng on his blog. Pls check the link on the title. Koranteng is a very well-educated man, and I appreciate the arguments he raised about Nkrumah, but his intimation that Nkrumah was a dictator, because he made Ghana a one-party state is too explicit to be subtle!

Let's face it: Nkrumah made some mistakes, because he was human--and not super-human, plus the fact that he was also a politician, and did some things that are wont of politicians, but a careful assessment of his accomplishments should not go unnoticed. This was my response on his blog:

"deeply alienated from significant portions of the Ghanaian populace" That is a serious fallacy. Nkrumah was a man of the people. Even JB Danquah, hailed as the doyen of Ghanaian politics, as much supported this when he said that "even if we fail you, Nkrumah won't."

I know this, not just because my paternal grandfather worked with the Nkrumah regime [as Minister of Works and Housing], but also because I have in front of me the book, published by the Socialist Forum here in Ghana, entitled "The Great Deception: The Role of the CIA and Rightwing forces in the overthrow of Nkrumah".

It contains de-classified documents by the CIA, with extracts of letters written by Nkrumah to the US government about his aspirations for Ghana, and by extension Pan-AFrican movement.

Not only that, but documentary evidence of the same JB Danquah going to the new US ambassador to Ghana demanding why his pay from the US government was not forthcoming!!!!

I feel the heat here in Ghana, because somehow, somewhere, the acceptance by both parties that Nkrumah was a great man, with all his flaws--the Preventive Detention Act of 1958 for example was deemed a mistake, but was used in equal measure by the British over Northern Ireland in the seventies -- is coming into form.

Both the NDC, and even the ruling NPP, have recently accepted that Nkrumah was a great man.

Finally, I do not think that you have to be a socialist to appreciate the magnitude of social development Nkrumah brought to Ghana. SO, statements like "the economy tanking under the weight of socialist central planning nostrums, trusting in the show of force represented by military support" that amazeddad makes isn't just fallacious, it is a great disservice to the memory of not just the founding father of Ghana, but ALSO of Pan-Africanism.

I must preface all this by saying that I am an amateur diplomatic historian by training, so the ideas over bias are not lost on me. To boot I challenge anyone to provide PROOF that Nkrumah can be likened to those dictators like Mobutu and Bokassa who seriously regressed Africa.

That’s my two cents, cheers!!

I must even also add that Nkrumah was not power-hungry for the sake of it: this was an intellectual, who had studied for his Ph.D, as well as Theology. He was an enlightened man, who made Ghana what it is today by encapsulating ALL manner of tribes within government. Compare that to the Rwandans, and other parts of Africa, where the ethnic divisions were accentuated to disasterous levels.

Ghana has never had that level of violence--except in the Northern region. Apart from coups in Ghana, have you, in Ghana's 49th years, ever heard of a civil war in Ghana even when JJ.Rawlings ruled the country in 20 years?

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Fire Features

Outdoor Living Space

Introducing fire into your outdoor living space creates a destination and gathering spot. Whether for heating or shedding light into the dark of night, the attraction of fire is undeniable. Fire features for the landscape come in a variety of forms and price points from the simple fire pit to the elaborate stone fireplace. In recent years, designers and manufacturers have developed elegant and unique lines of stand along fire elements with the benefit that the homeowner can move the fire feature when wanted in other areas. On the other hand, the permanent masonry built fireplaces provide an anchor in the landscape around which an outdoor living space can be developed. Your, needs, desires and budget will determine the right fire feature for your landscape.

Outdoor Fireplace Design

Style & Character

Picking the right style and character for your fire feature depends on everything from your preferences and desires to the context of its planned location. Keep in mind that a fire feature is an architectural element in the landscape and should fit with the architectural style of the home. That doesn’t mean that a contemporary fire trough won’t work at an old stone farm house if placed correctly. On the other hand, an old world stone fireplace probably won’t be appropriate for a modernist home. Your choice of materials and design forms will be the biggest contributor to the fire elements character. The scale, the details and the nature of the fire itself will also determine the style of the final product.

Fire Pit Outdoor Living Space

The materials you choose for your fire feature plays a key role in determining its final character and cost. A stucco finish with travertine tile banding can be used to create a Tuscan style fireplace (image above) while a natural stone may create a more rustic old world styling (image below). In the Philadelphia region, a combination of brick and stone often reflects a historic design character indicative of the 18th century estates. In the southwest, stucco is probably the most common material as a reflection of traditional building techniques. As a rule of thumb, stucco will be the most economical option and natural stone the most expensive option with brick somewhere between the two.

Elements & Details

What sort of elements and details would you want to include into your outdoor fireplace? Often side walls are an important element to add. They will ground the fireplace in its space so it doesn’t look like a sore thumb plopped in the middle of the gardens. And they provide the opportunity to create wood storage spaces, seating, counter top or even a wood fired pizza oven. They can also help define the seating area and screen unwanted views behind the fireplace area. Will your fireplace have a mantle and what sort of detailing will it include? How about a raised hearth which will raise the firebox a provide seating or a place to rest and warm your feet? Choosing an ornamental chimney pot for the top of the flu’s can accentuate the chimneys detailing. The fireplace elements and details are what separate the ordinary and extraordinary.

Wood or Gas Burning?

Certainly burning wood is the pinnacle of the fire experience with its unique and dynamic character and fragrances, but gas provides far greater design flexibility and none of the wood burning hassles. Designing a wood burning fireplace is an exact science with specific ratios that must be adhered to when it comes to sizing the firebox opening, depth, flu sizes and chimney heights. If done incorrectly the fireplace will not draw properly and you will get a face full of smoke thus ruining the whole fire experience. On the other hand, burning gas provides a vast range of design flexibility especially outdoors. Your firebox and chimney can be almost any shape and size, for that matter you don’t even need a chimney. A good fireplace designer can help you understand the pros and cons of each option in order to make the right choice for you and your family.

Fire Pits

Fire pits are an affordable and flexible way to add a fire feature into your landscape. The traditional in-ground ‘campfire’ type fire pit can be a very low cost and fun destination for the entire family. Take it up another step and you could build a raised fire pit that giving a bit more of an architectural element to the feature. But why lock yourself into having fire in one specific location? In recent years, manufacturers have developed an extensive variety of fantastic fire pits, fire chambers and chimenea type products that can match almost any home owner’s budget and style preferences. Not only can you find a unique sculptural quality piece that will draw the envy of your visitors, you can move it to the action or put it away if you are having a large gathering and need the space. Review the link below for a view product options.

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Thursday, July 2, 2009

Sound Operated Switch

This sensitive sound operated switch can be used with a dynamic microphone insert as above, or be used with an electric (ECM) microphone. If an ECM is used then R1 (shown dotted) will need to be included. A suitable value would be between 2.2k and 10kohms. The two BC109C transistors form an audio preamp, the gain of which is controlled by the 10k preset. The output is further amplified by a BC182B transistor. To prevent instability the preamp is decoupled with a 100u capacitor and 1k resistor. The audio voltage at the collector of the BC182B is rectified by the two 1N4148 diodes and 4.7u capacitor. This dc voltage will directly drive the BC212B transistor and operate the relay and LED. It should be noted that this circuit does not "latch". The relay and LED operate momentarily in response to audio peaks.

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Thursday, August 7, 2014

School Refusal

Most kids at some point say, "No. I don't want to go to school." This is a common occurrence especially at the beginning of a new school year or after some other transition.   This should go away once the child gets used to the new class and routine; however, there is a sizable portion of students who suffer from some degree of school refusal behavior.  This used to be called school phobia but it really is not a phobia (but some kids do have phobias of things that might happen at school). All school refusal is not the same and it does not respond to the same type of intervention. Kearney identified four functional reasons for school refusal behavior. I highly suggest all school counselors read this article Understanding School Refusal I recommend all parents who fall into the third type described in the article "Pursue attention from significant other" read the Eisen, Engler, and Sparrow book shown above.  With this type involvement of family members is key - they must learn contingency based reinforcement.

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Sunday, March 30, 2008

This is What Happens When You Do NOT Have Enough Pots Part 2

Today I had to replant my Tiny Tim Tomatoes and Sweet Peppers. Of course I still have not recovered from my transplanted Beef Steak Tomatoes that I re-potted last week. I sat down and started making small transplant pots from the jobs section of the Dallas Newspaper. I finally found something I could use that section for! I then used the seedling pot to plant my Sweet Banna Peppers and jalapeno Peppers I picked up from Roach Feed and Seed a couple of weeks ago.

  1. I would like to try these newspaper pot as well - I'm getting tired of storing piles of plastic pots. Are they holding together alright for you?

  2. Yes, they work well. I think it took me about 1 hour to make 12 of them. I use 2 different sizes. I use a soup can if I only need them in a large pot for a few weeks to a month. If I need pots for starting seeds I use an old jelly mason jar and just wrap it around. I put no holes in it and only water when the peat starts drying out. If you need instructions I can post instructions on how to do it.


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Thursday, September 9, 2010

Eh?......Am I drooling?

Ok, so this last treasury that I assembled on Etsy just about did me in.  I never realized how many people sell tasty eats on Etsy!  So many tasty, tempting, treats to look through!  With that said, I have to gripe for a minute......  Etsty-ers were complaining the other day about how hard it was to make the front page.  I don't blame them!  When I think of what 'handmade' means to me, I think of the craft shows I have been to.  Quilts, food, painted wood items, crafted dolls, etc.  Etsy has a bad habit of posting too many 'luxe' items on the front page.  IT IS NOT A GOOD REPRESENTATION OF WHAT ETSY IS ABOUT!  Not that the items on the front page aren't beautiful, (perhaps not MY taste), but where is the representation for the rest of the Etsy shops? are a couple of my treasury inspired postings for today!

Halloween Marshmallows

Chocolate Espresso Cake Truffles
White Chocolate Pumpkin Cheesecake

  1. I agree with you about the front page also! The items are beautiful, maybe not my taste though but sometimes I think they are "too pretty" if that makes sense. I had to leave a comment, I just made a halloween treasury and used those marshmallows in it too lol

  2. Shiny Cat:

    I do try to go 'outside' the norm with my treasuries. I understand what you mean by 'too pretty'. I want warm, comfortable, kick-yer-feet-up type stuff! I'm not fancy-schmancy -- I wear sweats and t-shirts!


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Sunday, December 18, 2016

I am a Madam Now

Hey I got married!!
May ago..
27th May 2016
my Solemnization Day..
and my Reception Day was held on
10th Sept 2016

Yea I know I know
I am late
but who care like seriously
I am just got time on now..
so I post it now..
I got a video on my big day
but yeah..
It's ok..I will post it later..
But I knew you already saw my wed day pics..
Just go to my FB
and see album Chinta..
and there you go..

My husband's name is 'Arafat Lokman
he is mix Chinese..
Egg Boss(Warisan Kak Midah)
Egg's Supplier
His my boss now..haha
while waiting for my Chentasy Beauty Cutie Bridal and Spa cust.
Hey I do Salon too now!
enough talk
So back to him
He was my ex
My first Love on 2007..
Yea I know I'm only 17 that day
Still Kalau Jodoh Tak Kemana
kan sayang..

I Love You..
Don't matter how much number I am for You, You are my first love
and hope I am your Last love..
May this marriage last till Jannah..

Can you predict how our future baby will look like?
argghhh.. pls pray for us..
Wish we had a Soleh and Solehah Son/Daughter
and pray for our business will getting bigger and biggerrrrr!!

ok bye..
here's the pics.. enjoy!

This Pelamin made by me (CBC)
Own Make Up on Solemnization

The moment.. isk isk

Family Husband Sides..(From Left Lil SIL,Me, FIL, Husband, Second SIL)
Khatam Make Up

Pre Wed Make Up

My Family
Reception Make Up

Candy Booth by me

Pelamin by Tim (Mahligai Bridal)

Thursday, March 10, 2016

This is sad
So sad
I always tryna walk as careful as I can to not bump into her
The Fate was
I must need to face her
The Almighty one has His plan for me
The Satan separate us
and He returned back the bitterness

But can I?
What she have done was too violent to be forgiven
The most weird was
She pretended like nothing happened between us
While I grip my fist tight to hold my anger
She gave me impact that clearly can be seen until now..
Well I am bad
But she the one who made me
You know what kind of person is that?

My brother's fault, I'm the one who get the vengeance
Yes.. But should I hate my bro? No
It's her! It's always her to be put the blame on..
No one know what has she done
That is why I cry
No one know......................

and I don't know what she gonna tell anyone about me....................

Wednesday, January 20, 2016

-Chentasy Beauty Cutie-

If we wanna talk about experience, I think I got loads of them..

Kuih Raya maker
IT Giatmara
Teller Western Union
Customer Service Telekom Malaysia
Lab Assistant
Draught Woman

Let me introduce you
 -Chentasy Beauty Cutie-

Our Own Bridal Boutique and Spa

Thanks to my lover..
You fulfill my utltimate dream..
Started May 2015
I'm so sorry I am not telling you I'm owned this 9 month ago..
I am too busy..

So where I got it's name?
Chentasy Beauty Cutie
Chenta will be a name of my future daughter LOL
Just Because I like to Fantasize,so
Chenta + Fantasy = Chentasy
Then Beauty atcha I wanna Put Pretty, but I accidentally put Beauty in my Name Card, & I got no chance to correct it.. Sad..
Cutie = Me

Well I don't really think to put any pics of it here... so let's just take a look at my boutique and stuff in my page HERE

Hey.. My Blog.. Isn't it cute? 2016 Theme is WHITE Color.. Hope My Heart as White as "WHITE"

Friday, October 9, 2015

Yeah well that's it
Well living in society is my biggest fear. I felt insecure
It will end up to be a lot of people hate me and vice versa.
Disaster yeah of course because I am a Scorpion one.
IDK. maybe its just me or I've got a negative Aura all over me or they've got jealous on me?
LOL I'm not simply say so to prove I got anything to be jealous with, but it really is because most of them hate me without noticing why.
They just distinguish me out of the league like suddenly!!
Most weird things I've ever happened were once has been isolated a few minute right after we've chat and laughed (no insulting, just polite kinda jokes)!!!!
What if I say I did a wrong deeds? maybe.. but if it nada ?
Despite of being isolated, I just imagined them as an abandoned ember..
ok this is real

Tuesday, May 26, 2015

16-22 Compiled

23-30 ? to be continued..
If I got alive..

Sunday, May 24, 2015

What a demon love

The Sorcerer And The White Snake

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Friday, December 7, 2012

Holiday Lessons

Many of you have probably read my post from last year on Special Snowflakes--a lesson on diversity using coffee filter snowflakes.  There are also a few other lessons that I'm using this year in light of Christmas.  On of my favorite parts of this time of year is that it can easily be tied into lessons.  For Thanksgiving, I love to use The Giving Tree and talk about gifts that don't cost any money.  I like to create a giving tree with my 2nd graders.  Other lessons that I'm doing this year that are related to Christmas are:

How Santa Got His Job by Stephen Krensky

Product DetailsThis is one of my favorites to do in Kindergarten because the kids are excited to read anything that has to do with Santa Claus.  We talk about what Santa's job is currently and then read about different jobs that he has tried out before deciding to deliver toys.  He tried to be a chimney sweep, a postman, and even a zoo keeper (which is where he met his reindeer). After reading, kids get to share (by drawing) what they might like to be when they grow up.

Christmas Trolls by Jan Brett

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This is one of my all time favorite books because of it's lesson on generosity.  I read this story with 1st graders and we first talk about what generosity means.  The students are eager to tell me about how they have been generous or could be generous to someone else.  We read the story and learn about how Treve teaches the trolls, Tig and Mig, to be generous.  Afterward, students show me how they can be generous to someone.  It always touches my heart to hear them talk about donating old toys, helping others, and sharing with their brother or sister.

As stressful as this time of year is due to the overwhelming amount of families in need of help this Christmas, I love to see how caring and generous the students can be this time of year.  I hope that you all have a Merry Christmas and a restful holiday break!

Wednesday, December 5, 2012

Playing Santa

Man carrying gifts for ChristmasHello readers!  I apologize that I have been M.I.A.  It is that time of year when we are all getting the opportunity to play Santa.  This year, I am coordinating assistance for 51 of our families--a whopping total of 132 children.  I have done more in the past.  I have been very busy making phone calls, taking donations to go shopping, and pretty soon it will be time to organize it all and start handing it out.  Our local Rotary Club is generous enough to provide one box of food per family, and today I just went to pick up 75 bags of toys from Toys for Tots.  It is a big job, but someone has to do it!  I always tell my staff and donors that I feel like its not fair that I'm the only one who gets to give the actual "giving."  I start out by sending applications to my families who have participated in the past and/or are a part of our Backpack Bunch program.  These go out in October!  Once I have them back, I create a "christmas tree" for each child listing their clothing size, shoe size, and wish list.  I still have about 20 families to fulfill and time's ticking away!  It always seems to come together, but it is definately one of the most stressful (and rewarding) parts of my job.  It's totally worth it to know that all of my students will have a smile on their face on Christmas morning.


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The making of images is the sincerest form of fanatici-- er, devotion

I'll be putting up my DP-related drawings here, most of which will reveal my peculiar sense of humor. (OK, I confess: I'm a "gag" cartoonist at heart.) My choices are pretty ecumenical as well: I like all the versions, so that's what you'll get here. I'm also a sucker for "crossovers", so who knows what THAT could lead to...

It's entirely in keeping with the Classic DP tradition to put the Lovely Angels in scenes from various movies or to base episodes on themes from other kinds of television shows. (For that matter, DP Flash does the same thing with other anime.) My correspondence with another old fan (though not so old as I) led to some ideas for re-casting a couple of cult shows from the '60s [still in progress]

the light-hearted British action series, The Avengers, with Mr. John Steed, Esq. and Mrs. Emma Peel (and, yes, Avengers fans, I do know about Catherine Gale and Tara King...)

Here are the two pieces I managed to finish for Tea Time's Year 2000 DP Calendar. The first one, for February, came to me from finding a phrase in common between the lyrics in the opening songs for the Classic OAV series, "By Yourself", and for Flash Mission 2, "Suriru ni Koishite" -- so this is the "OAV Crossroads". The other illo, for April, seemed like a reasonable rejoinder.

I actually did all of four illos (usually late...) for the 2001 Calendar. The theme for the year was "movies": goodness knows whether anyone recognized some of my choices... [Here's some scenes from the 1990 "movies" Calendar that set this off.]

I like getting pictures from other people, too, so I'm giving them their own pages:

Robert Goforth, Psyber Raven, and David Buttram

Nou Nou Sipraseuth and Peter Milligan

Curt Peterson, Jacob Churosh, and Laura Watton

The MasterJinn


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Beagleboard:BeBoPr Cape

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BeagleBone DVI-D Cape

The BeBoPr Cape provides all the necessary I/O to control a Mendel/Reprap 3D-printer.

  • 3 analog inputs optimized for thermistors.
  • 6 digital inputs for limit switches.
  • 3 high-power PWM outputs for heater(s) and/or fan.
  • 4 axis steppermotor interface (5 axis via future expansion board) for either external drivers, or on-board StepStick/Pololu modules.
  • Single 12 Volt supply operation. The integrated 5V/2A switching stepdown convertor powers the BeagleBone, cape and external Opto sensors.
  • All I/O is protected to prevent damage to the BeagleBone by accidental short-circuits.
  • Steppermotor operation at up to 24Volt.
  • LEDs mounted next to the input and output connectors provide status information.

All 'hard' realtime control, e.g. step pulse generation, acceleration etc. runs on a dedicated coprocessor that is part of the AM3359 on the BeagleBone. The 'soft' realtime control, e.g. traject planning, temperature control etc., runs on the ARM processor under Linux.

  • The stepper control code accelerates and steps all axes simultaneously at up to 62.5 kHz steprate.
  • The step-pulse duration on the E-axis can be controlled for laser engraving/cutter applications.

A license for the coprocessor code comes with the board. A port/rewrite of the RepRap/Teacup 3D printer control software is expected to be ready before end Q2/2012. All Linux code will be Open Source, the coprocessor code will be provided as a binary module.

Electrical Specifications

Power Single 12 Volt operation with stepdown for BeagleBone.
5V via expansion header
Indicators 14 LEDs in functional colors
Connectors Too many to mention, see picture & description

Mechanical Specifications

Size 100 x 107 mm
Layers 2
PCB Thickness .062"
RoHS Compliant Yes

BeagleBone BeBoPr Pin Usage
EEPROM Suport Yes
Board Name BEBOPR
Version R2
Manufacturer AES electronics
Part Number 2191
Pins Used 29

Open Source No
System Reference Manual Yes
Schematics No
PCB Files No
Gerber Files No
Bills of Materials No

Coming soon.

Manufacturer's Link

For more information please visit BeBoPr's Github or contact

To go back to the cape list, please click here


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RPi Screens

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RaspPi.png Back to the Hub

Hardware & Peripherals:

Hardware - detailed information about the Raspberry Pi boards.

Hardware History - guide to the Raspberry Pi models.

Low-level Peripherals - using the GPIO and other connectors.

Expansion Boards - GPIO plug-in boards providing additional functionality.

Screens - attaching a screen to the Raspberry Pi.

Cases - lots of nice cases to protect the Raspberry Pi.

Other Peripherals - all sorts of peripherals used with the Raspberry Pi.

Supported Standards

The following display outputs are supported on the board:

  • Composite video (NTSC and PAL) via an RCA plug (the yellow socket on your TV) or SCART socket.
  • HDMI 1.3a standard output.
  • Display Serial Interface (DSI) - via unpopulated 15-way flat flex connector.

These interfaces allow the use of a broad range of displays, including:

  • Televisions (HDMI or composite).
  • Computer monitors (HDMI/DVI-D cable) (VGA monitors would require either a composite or HDMI to VGA or component scan converter box).
  • DLP/Laser Pico Projectors (HDMI/DVI-D cable).
  • RAW LCD panels (DSI + interfacing hardware)
  • Composite and HDMI outputs can not be used at the same time (one or the other.)

Directly from the board.

With an inexpensive passive HDMI to DVI-D cable or convertor.

Composite video

Composite video (NTSC and PAL) via an RCA plug, directly from the board.

VGA/RGB analog

The Broadcom BCM2835 only provides HDMI output and composite output. RGB and other signals needed by RGB, S-VIDEO or VGA connectors are however not provided.

A couple of options for VGA or component RGB outputs, bridging from either HDMI or the MIPI DSI interface:

Firstly, the following *might* work. Beagleboard people have reported various levels of success (mainly "issues"):

Something similar:

...it may need to be modified as described here:

Alternatively, it may be possible to design an expansion board that plugs into the LCD headers on the R.Pi. Here is something similar for Beagleboard:

Some more converters that should work:

Potential RGB interfacing chips:

They emit Hsync, Vsync and RGB w/ about 8 bits each (sometimes, it's called "MIPI DPI")

This one outputs analog RGB, but is hard to find (obsolete?):

The SOC (system on a chip) does not support any kind of analog component video, including VGA, since the SOC is designed for mobile phone use where this would not be a requirement. Additional componenty would be needed to generate RGB signals. Additional componentry would push the price beyond the $25 target and therefore won't happen.

interfacing to Raw LCD panels

Nokia N900 has 800x480 DCS LCD (afaik its like DSI, but has build in framebuffer). Replacement screen is about ~$40 (~$50 with 4pin resistive touchscreen).

Nokia N8 has AMOLED 360x640 pixels DSI LCD. Replacement screen is about ~$35, another ~$25 for Multitouch Synaptics T1021A touchscreen (I2C + interrupt IO, no docs/drivers).

The schematics for apples iPhone 3gs and 4g suggest they speak DSI, thus they can probably be connected directly. The older iPhones use a "Mobile Pixel Link" connection from National Semiconductor. The 3GS panel (480×320) goes as low as US $14.88, while the 4G one (960×640) can be had for US $17.99 or as low as US $14.28. The connectors used might be an issue, but this connector might fit.

Other panels with MIPI DSI: www.panelook.com

Potential LVDS interfacing chips:

TC358764/5 Display Bridge (MIPI® DSI to LVDS)

DVI receiver TFP401A, TFP403, or TFP501 + LVDS transmitter SN75LVDS83B or SN65LVDS93A (Mentioned earlier fit-VGA is build around TFP401A, probably many more "active" DVI2VGA cables are build the same way)

I2C/SPI ADC can be used to interface 4 pin resistive Touch Screens, For example STMPE812A. Texas Instruments has a solution for 4 or 8 wire touchscreens using their rather cheap MSP4309.

16x2 LCD Displays

The old-style 2-line, 16-character LCD displays can be commonly controlled over UART, thus providing a cheap way to display values for sensors etc.


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Convert entire walls into a dry-erase whiteboard projection screen: The Insta-DE2 is a wall covering film material that instantly converts entire walls into a professional Dry-Erase Whiteboard / Projection Screen surface for use with standard or short throw projectors.  It is made with our award-winning and GREENGUARD® certified VersaWhite "whiteboard-projection screen", which is coated with a long lasting anti-scratch surface for daily dry erase whiteboard usage. The Insta-DE 2 has a special anti-reflection diffusion layer to provide a wide viewing angle for projection applications.  It combines the need of both chalkboard and drop down projection screen into one simple low cost solution.

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  • Special anti-scratch layer to ensure long use as a projection screen and dry-erase product
  • Anti-reflection diffusion surface eliminates glare and hot-spot while using a projector
  • Includes dry-erase pens, eraser, and a self-stick cradle
  • Optional Frame Border & Pen Tray accessory kit available - sold separately

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Dimensions Table

The listed measurements are for general reference only. Please contact EliteProAV™ to verify product design and dimensions before attempting to integrate its products with any structural or furniture modification. Although a manufacturer may offer product advice, it may be taken or disregarded at the integrator’s discretion. EliteProAV™ will not be held responsible or be otherwise liable for faulty installations.

Decoding the Model Number
Model Number = IWB105HW2
IWB = Insta-DE (instant white board)
105 = Nomial Diagonal Size
(5X30 = Screen Size (H ft x L ft))
H = HDTV 16:9 aspect ratio
(X = 16:10 / V = 4:3 / S = 1:1 / C = 2.35:1)
W = Matte White screen material
2 = Version 2

Insta-DE 2 Series Dimensions Table
Model NumberDiag. SizeAspect RatioView Area (HxW)Screen MaterialCase ColorGainView Height (A)View Width (B)Thickness (C)
Model NumberDiag. SizeAspect RatioView Area (HxW)Screen MaterialCase ColorGainView Height (A)View Width (B)Thickness (C)
IWB5x40W25'x40'N/A60.2"x480.0"VersaWhiteBlack Trim (Optional)Gain 1.160.2480.00.008
IWB5x50W25'x50'N/A60.2"x600.0"VersaWhiteBlack Trim (Optional)Gain 1.160.2600.00.008
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Model NumberDiag. SizeAspect RatioN.W. (lbs.)G.W. (lbs.)N.W. (Kgs)G.W. (Kgs)Packaging Dimensions (LxHxW)
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IWB5x50W25'x50'N/A20.7 lb29.3 lb9.4 kg13.3 kg69.7"x4.5"x4.5"
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Q: Can I buy a small screen material sample?

A: Yes, you can buy a screen material sample by clicking here.

Q: How do I properly remove dry-erase markings from my Elite Whiteboard Projection Screens?
Before using the dry-erase function of your whiteboard screen, please make note of the following instructions to properly maintain and clean your dry-erase surface projection screen. (These Whiteboard cleaning tips are just as relevant with any dry-erase writing surface as they are with our Whiteboard-Projection Screens.)

  1. Only use a high density foam eraser when removing dry-erase markings from the Whiteboard screen.
  2. Do not use abrasive erasers as these may scratch the surface of the screen.
  3. Never spray the whiteboard cleaner solution onto the surface while marker writing is present and then attempt to use a high density foam eraser to remove. This will only smear the dry-erase marker ink making the surface more difficult to clean and will likely ruin the foam eraser.
  4. If there are any dry-erase markings left behind even after attempting to remove them using our high density erasers, spray our whiteboard cleaning solution directly onto the screen surface and use only a soft microfiber cloth to wipe-down and clean the area.

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Q: Can I use after-market whiteboard erasers on my Elite whiteboard projection screen?
Elite recommends using only our high-density whiteboard erasers since the dry-erase projection screen surface is unique and can only be properly erased with our erasers.  Alternative whiteboard erasers can be purchased by makers such as 3M.

Q: Can the Insta-DE2 be installed on any type of wall/surface?
The Insta-DE 2 can only be installed on flat wall/surfaces.  Do not install on textured walls as the thin film will not allow a smooth flat installation and the dry-erase function will not perform to its best capability.  Therefore, this product should NOT be installed on textured walls.

Q: Is it normal to see some "hot-spotting"?
Yes, it is normal to see slight "hot-spotting" if the viewer is outside of the viewing cone angle.

Q: Can the Insta-DE, Insta-DE 2, Insta-DE 2a, Insta-DE 2af Screen be cut to a custom size to fit a particular set of dimensions?  If it is possible, do you recommend a particular tool to get the cut right?
 Yes, the Insta-DE, DE 2, DE 2a, and DE 2af can be cut to size.  It is strongly recommended to use a long ruler and a sharp blade such as an exacto/utility knife or a precision cutter tool to make a smooth precise cut. Make sure the blade is new.

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Contact Information

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Phone: 815-459-3033  x231

Confirmation Registration

Registration Packets will be mailed to all families who had a 7th grade student in our R.E. Program, an 8th grade student at St. Thomas school or a student in Year 1 of our Confirmation Program the first week of June. If registration forms are turned in with either full payment or a deposit by the August 4th early bird date, a $25 tuition discount will apply. All registration forms are due by August 31st or we cannot guarantee space in the program.

Confirmation Formation is a two-year program, which begins in 8th grade with the Sacrament of Confirmation celebrated in the spring of the second year. There will be approximately 14 meetings per year held on Sunday afternoons, one all day Saturday retreat for Year 1, an overnight retreat for Year 2 and 2-3 service projects per year scheduled on various dates and times.

Our resource for Confirmation Formation is an exciting and dynamic program called Chosen:Your Journey Toward Confirmation by Ascension Press. It is our hope that Chosen will not only offer teens a thorough knowledge and understanding of the Catholic Faith, but will also win over their hearts at this critical time in their lives. The program has been carefully designed to address and answer teens’ fundamental questions about life, and to challenge them to embrace a life of faith.

Confirmation Year 1 Calendar

Confirmation Year 2 Calendar

Mass Reflection

Service Hours

Confirmation Sponsor Requirements

~Parent Sacramental Year Retreat – This one day retreat called ”God Is! A One Day Journey Closer to God,” is presented by Evangelize All Ministries and is specifically for parents of students in the sacramental years of faith formation; Confirmation and First Holy Communion. One parent is expected to attend during one of their student’s Sacramental Formation years, though both are encouraged to participate. Please see the attached document for more information and the registration form or contact the Youth Ministry Office.  click here

Year Round Youth Ministry

Keeping teens involved in parish activities, ministries, service projects, praise and worship and Mass is crucial for their spiritual growth and development.  Ignite Youth Group meets on various Wednesday & Thursday nights at 7pm. We have game nights, movie nights, praise and worship and ‘theology on pop’ for teens. Text IGNITE16 to 84483, check out our Facebook page Seton Youth Ministry, or the Events page on this website for youth group updates.