![]() ![]() They saw themselves as guardians of order in a nation besieged with disorder just as Fudo Myo-o served as a guardian of Buddhism. Many Japanese Samurai practiced Esoteric Buddhism (Mikkyo), (2) especially revering the deity Fudo Myo-o. He is an important ancient Japanese deity (considered a guardian of Buddhism), revered by Buddhists, especially by the Shingon sect of Esoteric Buddhism (Mikkyo), this branch of Buddhism being a religious practice of many Japanese Samurai in feudal times whose fierce face and inner calmness and strength were attributes highly prized. A male, he is usually portrayed as livid blue in color with a terrible facial expression standing or sitting on a rock surrounded by flames, gripping a sword in the right hand, a rope in the left, teeth bared and with angry eyes. Using the "fudo" root, other related terms include " fudo-chi," meaning immovable spirit or wisdom that can't be influenced, or confused, " fudotai" or immovable body, and " fudoshise" or immovable stance and " fudo-dachi" or "immovable stance" also sometimes referred to as a "preparation stance" (as in the initial and final stance in kata, one that allows the participant freedom of movement and action in any direction).įudo Myo-o, a Japanese deity (also know as Acala), the God of Fire, a manifestation of the central sun (Vairocana), a fierce God of Indian origin although neither a Buddha nor Bodhisattva. A related term " mushin" also is often used to mean "without mind" (not occupied by thought or emotion). This was the highest attainment of spiritual skill only attainable when the mind is totally focused on the totality of sensory input and free of thoughts and emotions - detached but aware and present. In the martial arts the character "shin," meaning spirit, heart or will, is often added to the root "fudo" to become " fudoshin," a term meaning calm spirit, even when faced with danger, without fear or confusion, that does not dwell or become fixed on anything. Martial Arts: Defining Martial Concepts Fudo: The Concept of Immovabilityįudo is an English translation of two characters (Japanese kanji), "Fu" translates as "not" (left character) and the second (a compound character of "strength" (right most character) and "heavy" (middle character) combine to mean "move." In other words the characters used for "Fudo" combine to mean "not move" or in better English, immovable, immovability or stability.įudo is a Japanese term often used in Buddhism, especially in Zen and Esoteric Buddhism (Mikkyo) to represent a mental state - one of immovability, not physically or literally, but in mind, one that is not captured, or moved, or dwells, or loiters on a thought or in a focus - a total unobstructed awareness and focus on everything, thus not moving with, or fixed upon something (limited by a focused attention). ![]()
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![]() Catfish mentioned Mogwai's Come On, Die Young, you may also want to check out their latest, Happy Songs For Happy People (my review is here, but the thread derailed immediately ). Quote:You asked about Godspeed You! Black Emperor, I would suggest just buying f#a# (infinity) (you won't be disappointed) or finding "Hung Over As The Queen In Maida Vale" from the John Peel Sessions. Try.PulpVerve (Beyond the Bittersweet Symphony song)BlurManic Street PreachersSpiritualizedClinicMercury RevSuper Furry AnimalsMansunAbandoned PoolsFlaming LipsAnd then their are the bands that influenced RadioheadSuedeSmithsTalking HeadsPink FloydREMPixiesQueenJanes AddictionNirvanaOk Now onto Bjorkµ-ZiqSolexScalaPan SonicPizzicato FiveMassive AttackTricky Saint EtienneTowa TeiAphex TwinSneaker PinpsAirPrimal ScreamMonoWhaleNow let me try to introduce you to others that you are not asking aboutDJ ShadowSquarepusherPropellerheadsThe New DealJoy DivisionDisco BiscuitsLeftfieldUnderworld (get the Everything, Everything DVD)Meat Beat ManifestoBlonde RedheadNew OrderKid Koala (Opened for Radiohead and has a tune called Bjork Scratch)Brian EnoGary NeumanT.Rexand if your really brave 'The Shaggs' ![]() Took me quite a while to get into, but I love it for the emotional lyrics and lo-fi production.Īs for going along the Radiohead end of the spectrum. Scarlet's Walk is good, but I'd highly recommend starting on the classic Little Earthquakes.And one more recommendation - I've been listening to a lot of Bright Eyes recently, particularly the over-titled Lifted, or, the story is in the soil keep your ear to the ground. Very quirky woman, good lyrics, and great piano work. Just Like Blood is a gorgeous followup to his rather mixed debut album.Tori Amos is much under-appreciated here in the UK, although I get the impression she's rather more well known in the US. Hovering around Radiohead-esque music, perhaps Tom McRae for his dark, soulful lyrics. I guess this is kinda the dark, rockier equivalent of Sigur Ros. This is my absolute favorite for headphone-listening, where you can get totally absorbed in the music. Agaetis Byrjun and () are both good - the latter is perhaps more difficult to get into for a first-time listener.Branching still further away, I'd recommend Mogwai, and specifically Come on Die Young. Hmmm.well along Bjork's weirder, more orchestral side of music, you might like to try Sigur Ros - fellow Icelandic musicians who produce pretentious but nevertheless extremely beautiful music. ![]() ![]() ![]() Medicare, Medicaid, OTC plans and/or other insurance companies may pay for some of the items on this website. If you believe an item on this website may be reimbursable through your insurance policy or coverage and you would like to place an order through J&B Medical using your insurance for payment, please go to and call the number associated with your health plan. Huggies® Special Delivery is our softest diaper with plant-based materials, trusted protection and a 100 breathable outer cover. Details Or fastest delivery Tuesday, May 30. 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Product Description Inspired by your perfect care for your baby, Huggies created Special Delivery, Our Perfect Diaper. J&B Medical is a Medicare and Medicaid participating supplier in most states. J&B Medical also contracts with many commercial insurance plans across the country. ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() Kids Mode (and many, many others) hide out in the Galaxy Apps app, but other erstwhile tools, like the S5's floating Toolbox of shortcuts, get the boot. An area for installing themes has also materialized (there are three in my review unit so far). Other mainstays include private mode and call blocking, easy mode and Do Not Disturb, as well as popular gestures (like Direct Call) and Smart Stay. Samsung succeeds in embracing a simpler layout without shedding all the software it's built over the years, though Android deserves much of that credit for providing the framework.Īn embedded battery helps keep these handsets lean. Samsung's take on Android 5.0 Lollipop scales back its own additions and leans heavily on Google's Material design. įor years, customers have bemoaned the thick, heavy TouchWiz interface that Samsung uses as its custom layer over Android. Read more about Android 6.0 Marshmallow here. Android 6.0 Marshmallow includes new features including Google Now on Tap, "doze" mode for automatic extended battery life, support for Android Pay and more. In advance of the March 2016 rollout of the Samsung Galaxy S7, Samsung pushed Android 6.0 Marshmallow to Galaxy S6 users. ![]() If you plan on using the S6 in its Gear VR accessory - which turns it into an Oculus Rift-style virtual reality helmet - the extra resolution should really pay off because the S6 will be only a couple of inches from your eyes.īut in normal everyday use, the S6's nosebleed-high screen pixel density is probably too exact for most eyes to notice it's an imposing feature on paper, but less critical in real life. Ironically, some of the revamped icons on the S6 home page look less focused, though every other graphic is razor-sharp. Luckily for Samsung, the S6 is good enough to win back straying fans while also surpassing the all-metal HTC One M9 in extra features, battery life and camera quality. (Note that in February 2016 Samsung begun to roll out Android 6.01 Marshmallow to the Galaxy S6, bringing with it a number of new features including Google Now on Tap, "doze" mode for automatic extended battery life, support for Android Pay and more.) These moves silence customer complaints about the Galaxy S5's (and the S4's and S3's) plasticky build, while also girding Samsung against staggering iPhone profits and an army of decent low-cost rivals from Lenovo, Xiaomi and Huawei. In many ways, Samsung had no choice but to adopt this svelte, metal chassis and a pared-down, less "bloated" variation of Android 5.0 Lollipop. The S6's ticker ran down faster than last year's S5 did on a single charge. It's a move that makes a difference, too, at least on the power front. These are commonplace omissions in the smartphone sphere, but Samsung has been a die-hard defendant of both the removable battery and the extra storage option, until now. Perhaps even more shocking than this materials about-face are the decisions to seal in the battery and leave out a microSD card slot, both choices made in service to staying slim. The Galaxy S6 leaves much of its Galaxy S5 DNA behind. ![]() ![]() ![]() 13km off the coast of Cancun you'll find Isla Mujeres, renowned for its colourful coral reefs and abundance of wildlife. ![]() If you stick around for the evening, you might get to witness a light show that brings the architecture and angles of these breath-taking structures to life. ![]() Immerse yourself in Mexico’s cultural history by taking a day trip to Chichen Itza, which is home to the atmospheric Mayan temple of El Castillo and an ancient city dating back to around 600 AD.There’s so much to explore on Cancun holidays, from ancient Mayan civilisations to lush jungles filled with exotic wildlife. The sunset is especially spectacular here, and when the time comes the friendly waiters will pull up the blinds so you don't miss a second of it. On the menu you'll find delicacies including local oysters, shrimp and octopus ceviche and cold rock sashimi served with wasabi and ginger. Experience fresh seafood at its most delicious at the cosy, lagoon-side Fred's House in the Hotel Zone.This impressive resort is ideal for families and couples, with endless daily activities there’s plenty to keep the whole family entertained On a family holiday to Cancun? At the Moon Palace Cancun, the 12 restaurants, extensive pool area and beautiful beachfront is enough to please every family member.Try the Kukulcan Mayan massage to take relaxation to the next level. Sink into your own private hot tub then head to the spa for massages, hydrotherapy, beauty treatments and much more. Le Blanc Spa Resort is an adults-only destination, ensuring that much-needed peace and quiet for couples and those on romantic Cancun honeymoons.Stay for the sunset: trust us, it’s worth it. The water is clear and shallow, with little to no rocks or waves – making it the perfect spot for swimming with all the family. Located close to the Hotel Zone, Playa Norte (also known as North Beach) is perched on the end of Isla Mujeres, a small island 13km off Cancun’s coast.In the mood for dancing? Check out the nearby Coco Bongo nightclub for flying acrobats and a buzzing party atmosphere, and the Mandala Beach Club for live DJ sets and pool parties. With its crystal-clear waters and bars lining the beach, Playa Forum is one of Cancun’s most famous beaches.Alternatively, check out the peaceful Playa Delfines, which is blissfully free of buildings. The waters can be rough here so swimming isn't recommended, but the same waves make it ideal for testing your body boarding or parasailing skills. If you're in the mood for a walk, head to Playa Marlin – long enough that it never feels too crowded. The hotel zone is (unsurprisingly) where you'll find much of the city's accommodation, but it's also home to a sprawling 22km of sandy beaches. ![]() Violators may be subject to fines or detention.There’s nothing quite like hitting the beach on the first day of any trip, and you definitely won't want to miss the otherworldly beauty of those found on Cancun holidays. It is also illegal to bring electronic cigarettes or vaping devices and their solutions into Mexico. This law applies to beaches, parks, hotels, and restaurants. Since January 2023, smoking is strictly prohibited in public places in Mexico. Although the presence of this brown seaweed is greater than usual, our hotel partners are making every effort to clean the beaches when necessary. Transat would like to inform its clients that this natural phenomenon beyond its control affects several parts of Mexico and the Caribbean. Since seaweed moves with the ocean currents, quantities may vary by place and day. Presence of Sargassum in Mexico and the Caribbeanĭepending on the weather conditions, winds and tides may bring large quantities of Sargassum to shore. Payment can only be made online via the VISITAX website Will open in a separate browser window.įor more information about passport and visa requirements, visit the Government of Canada Will open in a separate browser window travel website. They can pay this fee prior to their arrival or during their stay, and must show their receipt at the airport before leaving Mexico. Menu Press the enter key to open the dropdown menu.įoreign visitors to Cancun and Cozumel have to pay a tourist tax. Practical guide - Preparation for your trip ![]() ![]() Pour it over the frozen cake, and use a spatula to spread it into an even layer. Pour the pint into a mixing bowl and stir until it has an even consistency. Allow the pistachio gelato to soften at room temperature until it becomes spreadable, checking its texture every few minutes. Place the cake back in the bottom of the pan. Wash and dry the pan and line it with parchment paper. When the cake is cool, run a knife around its edges and invert the pan to release the cake. Bake a half recipe of this vegan chocolate cake in a 9×5-inch loaf pan. You can find the complete recipe with measurements below, but for now, here’s a quick overview of how you’ll make it:įirst, bake the chocolate cake. This ice cream cake has four layers: a raspberry layer, a salted caramel layer, a pistachio layer, and a chocolate cake base. I can’t think of a better treat for a hot summer day. It’s made with store-bought ice cream, so it’s really easy to put together, and it’s cool, creamy, and refreshing. I love its vibrant stripes and the variety of flavors: some tart, some sweet, some salty, nutty, or chocolatey. To me, this ice cream cake recipe does just that. I loved the idea of an ice cream cake that was more colorful and more whimsical – one that captured the essence of summer. I’ll admit that the combination is delicious, but when I started working on this ice cream cake recipe, I wanted to do something different. It has layers of chocolate and vanilla ice cream, cookie crumbles, and hot fudge, with swooshes of whipped cream frosting decorating the outside. ![]() Until I started making this ice cream cake recipe, every slice of ice cream cake I’d ever eaten was the same. It’s the start of a long summer weekend – what better way to celebrate than with a homemade ice cream cake?! ![]() ![]() Pro Tip: Determining the spot size needs to be done with every new material as it varies from material to material. If you have a B-Grade HV-PSU, then you could find your self running at significantly slower engraving speeds Setting Up The Artwork For Raster Engraving Slateīefore you even consider working on the artwork, you need to determine what size dot you are going to get when engraving slate. Luckily, most A-Grade HV-PSU’s perform at least 50% better than the specification, as shown with my 400mm/s engraving speed. This may seem fast but in practice, a 127 DPI image equates to a maximum raster speed of 200mm/s.ġ dot/ms = 1000 dots/s | 127DPI = 5 dots/mm | 1000 dots/5 = 200mm/s This basically means you will get 90% of the requested power in less than or equal to 1ms. ≤1ms (Time from the TTL Signal is given to the output current up to 90% pre-setting current) MYJG-40W HV-PSU from Cloudray The specified response time for a lot of HV-PSU’s is as follows: To carry out true photo replication you need to replace 1 pixel with dot from the laser. One of the limiting factors of raster engraving is that the response speed of your high voltage power supply unit (HV-PSU) can limit the speed of your engraving. Laser engraved slate – close up of wolf eye The Response Speed Of Your High Voltage Power Supply Unit You can see the detail that is achievable even at what most people would consider a low resolution. The Wolf image towards the top of this page was run at the following settings:īelow is a close up of the left eye. You are unlikely to get a dot size smaller than 0.15mm (170 pixels per inch), and more likely you will be working with a dot size of 0.2mm (127 ppi). While you have some control over the dot size by using different lenses e.g. Photo replication is basically ensuring that one pixel in the image relates to one dot from the laser. Raster engraving involves the engraving of an image or photo, to get as accurate a rendition as possible we use the photo replication process. Raster Engraving / Photo Replication onto Slate Just be careful to make sure there are no gaps between the lines. Overlapping lines are of no benefit with slate, so increasing the interval size will speed up the engraving process as there are less lines to engrave. Slowing down the speed without decreasing the power, will give you thicker lines. You will just need to reduce the power or increase the scan interval. Your machine may not be capable of running at 600mm/s, but whatever your maximum engraving speed is you should be able to mimic these results. ![]() This is why I accepted the first test settings as there was no point in trying to go faster. However, after doing some timing trials I determined there was no benefit in engraving faster than 600mm/s. My laser machine is capable of running up to 1000mm/s. Time to complete: 7 minutes 37 seconds Laser Engraving Speed Considerations. ![]() The settings for vector engraving slate were: Laser Engraved Heraldic Lion onto Slate Place Mat ![]() ![]() ![]() “ To say the truth I require no more than that an author should have some little knowledge of the subject on which he treats.” Then the author moderates his expressions. “ It is a paradoxical statement you make,” he says, trying to draw the author out. The discussion is altogether irrelevant that is what the Gentle Reader likes. But not at all! While the dear girl is recovering her spirits it is such an excellent opportunity to have uninterrupted discourse with the Gentle Reader, who does n’t take these things too hard, having long since come to “ the years that bring the philosophic mind.” So the next chapter is entitled An Essay to prove that an author will write better for having some knowledge of the subject on which he treats. The last words are, “ Nor did this thought once suffer her to close her eyes during the whole succeeding night.” Had Fielding been addressing the Intelligent Modern Public he would have intensified the interest by giving an analysis of Sophia’s distress so that we should all share her insomnia. The thirteenth book of Tom Jones leaves the heroine in the greatest distress. “ I must have a chat with the Gentle Reader, and find out what he thinks about it.”Īnd so confidences were interchanged, and there was gossip about the Universe and suggestions in regard to the queerness of human nature, until, at last, the author would jump up with, “ Enough of this, Gentle Reader perhaps it’s time to go back to the story.” No matter if the fate of the hero be in suspense or the plot be inextricably involved. In the very middle of the story the writer would stop with a word of apology or explanation addressed to the Gentle Reader, or at the very least with a nod or a wink. To him books were dedicated, with long rambling prefaces and with episodes which were their own excuse for being. Once upon a time, that is to say a generation or two ago, he was very highly esteemed. WHAT has become of the Gentle Reader ? One does not like to think that he has passed away with the stagecoach and the weekly news-letter and that henceforth we are to be confronted only by the stony glare of the Intelligent Reading Public. ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() To attain an integrative view of dendrite functional assembly we decided to analyse a genetically tractable animal model, such as Drosophila, with existing comprehensive research in the fields of dendrite development, structure and function. Unravelling these patterning processes is important to achieve a mechanistic understanding of the nervous system and to gather insights into neurological and neurodevelopmental disorders alike ( Copf, 2016 Real et al., 2018 Forrest et al., 2018). However, to date, these efforts have fallen short of clarifying the link between the developmental elaboration of dendrite structure and the structural constraints dictated by the computational tasks of the neuron ( Lefebvre et al., 2015). Also, dendrite structure has been successfully linked to connectivity and wiring requirements allowing the generation of highly realistic synthetic dendritic morphologies based on these principles alone ( Stepanyants et al., 2004 Wen and Chklovskii, 2008 Cuntz et al., 2010 Cuntz et al., 2007 Nanda et al., 2018). In the past, technological and conceptual advances have allowed exciting discoveries on how the coupling of class type-specific dendrite geometry with various ion channels provide the substrate for signal processing and integration in dendrites ( Mainen and Sejnowski, 1996 van Elburg and van Ooyen, 2010 Gabbiani et al., 2002 London and Häusser, 2005 Branco et al., 2010 Stuart and Spruston, 2015 Beaulieu-Laroche et al., 2018 Poirazi and Papoutsi, 2020). IntroductionĪ fundamental open question in neuroscience is understanding how the shape of specific neuron classes arises during cell development to perform distinct computations ( Carr et al., 2006). Our study shows how dendrite growth balances structure–function requirements, shedding new light on general principles of self-organisation in functionally specialised dendrites. We combined computer models and dendritic branch dynamics tracking to propose that distinct sequential phases of stochastic growth and retraction achieve efficient dendritic trees both in terms of wire and function. Here, to link dendrite shape with its proprioceptive role, we performed long-term, non-invasive, in vivo time-lapse imaging of c1vpda embryonic and larval morphogenesis to reveal a sequence of differentiation stages. Although the molecular machinery of dendritic patterning in c1vpda has been extensively studied, the process leading to the precise elaboration of their comb-like shapes remains elusive. Their dendritic branches run along the direction of contraction, possibly a functional requirement to maximise membrane curvature during crawling contractions. ![]() Class I ventral posterior dendritic arborisation (c1vpda) proprioceptive sensory neurons respond to contractions in the Drosophila larval body wall during crawling. ![]() ![]() ![]() Aiming to accelerate the green transition of the global transportation sector, BYD Auto focuses on developing pure electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles. Listed in both Hong Kong and Shenzhen Stock Exchanges, the company is known to be a Fortune Global 500 enterprise that furnishes innovations in pursuit of a greener world.įor more information, please visit About BYD Autoįounded in 2003, BYD Auto is the automotive subsidiary of BYD, a multinational high-tech company devoted to leveraging technological innovations for a better life. Its new energy vehicle footprint now covers 6 continents, over 70 countries and regions, and more than 400 cities. From energy generation and storage to its applications, BYD is dedicated to providing zero-emission energy solutions that reduce global reliance on fossil fuels. Founded in 1995 as a rechargeable battery maker, BYD now boasts a diverse business scope covering automobiles, rail transit, new energy, and electronics, with over 30 industrial parks in China, the United States, Canada, Japan, Brazil, Hungary, and India. “MeetKai is proud to continue delivering on the promise of the metaverse by building bespoke experiences that bring true utility into the digital realm, this was always our vision.”īYD is a multinational high-tech company devoted to leveraging technological innovations for a better life. We are so excited to do so with BYD, a fellow industry disruptor, and this is just the very beginning, as we're ready to leverage our generative AI across all industries," said MeetKai Co-Founder and Executive Chairwoman, Weili Dai. “We're leading the pack with the next generation of immersive conversational web experiences that truly resemble the real world in a virtual space. Also on hand are AI-powered virtual consultants, ensuring personalized guidance and support throughout the customer journey. ![]() These trends are expected to create new opportunities and challenges for car manufacturers and stakeholders and will have significant top-line impact for OEMs, as they can capture higher value and margins from the premiumisation of the market, they said.ĭon’t miss out on ET Prime stories! Get your daily dose of business updates on WhatsApp.In addition, through the integration of MeetKai’s advanced XR technology, BYD customers can partake in virtual test drives, which mirror the physical driving experience of these high-performance models. The Indian passenger car market is undergoing a significant transformation driven by urbanisation, income growth, technological innovation and consumer preferences, experts said. “These features are cascading from the luxury segment into the mass models, as OEMs (original equipment manufacturers) are offering more car per car to attract customers,” said Ravi Bhatia, president, Jato Dynamics. Recent research shows that customers are willing to pay a premium for advanced and hi-tech features and car companies have been enhancing product offerings to meet these rising aspirations. The variant that comes with ADAS level 2, which goes up to about Rs 35 lakh, accounts for 85% of all Tucson sales, Garg said. The Hyundai Tucson SUV was launched last year at a starting price of about Rs 30 lakh. This is expected to drop over the next few years, as it looks to launch more premium models, which includes a marked focus on SUVs such as the Grand Vitara, Jimny and Brezza.Ĭurrently, more than 50% of Hyundai’s sales comes from vehicles priced above Rs 10 lakh (ex-showroom), up from 20% in 2018.Īlso, in the last four years, the sales contribution of models priced above Rs 15 lakh has risen eightfold, said Garg, of Hyundai Motor India. The Invicto is being built by partner Toyota, which sells it as the Innova Hycross.įifty percent of Maruti Suzuki sales still comes from its small and compact cars. ![]() The company hopes the premium gloss of the Invicto will rub off on other Maruti brands, Srivastava said. ![]() Maruti Suzuki, which built its market dominance on small cars, has just launched a seven-seater MPV at Rs 25 lakh. This is a big change from the past where the comparisons were limited to price, said a spokesperson of Tata Motors, which now has over 65% of its sales in the price band above Rs 10 lakh. Today, with increasing internet penetration, social media awareness and education programmes, customers are being guided more than before by environmental impact, safety, fuel efficiency, technology, connectivity and design while buying a car.Ĭustomers now extensively research vehicles online, read reviews and compare prices. This has also led to more launches in the segment - nine this calendar year.ĭue to changing lifestyles and the rise in disposable income, at least for some, the average age of car owners has dropped. For most mass-market car makers, over 50% of sales currently is in the price band above Rs 10 lakh. ![]() |
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