2011年4月25日 星期一

Lawmakers hit gas on red light camera repeal

Lawmakers hit gas on red light camera repeal
Just a year after lawmakers passed a law legalizing red light cameras at traffic intersections, a new crops of legislators wants to slam on the brakes.

The House Appropriations Committee Wednesday voted 12-9 to repeal the law passed a year ago that has led municipalities across the state to install red lights at traffic intersections.

Rep. Richard Corcoran, R-Trinity, the House sponsor of the bill, said that there have been numerous problems with the cameras and many counties are throwing out traffic cases spurred by red light camera photos.

“Let’s step back and figure out a way where we can make these intersections safer for our communities,” he said.

Law enforcement has lined up against the bill though, saying the cameras are cutting down on serious accidents in their communities. Many lawmakers, citing concerns from their local sheriffs, said they could not vote for the repeal, particularly since it had not been in effect for even a year.Led Tube assembly points with manual welding and machine welding of two, is to use hand soldering iron, using the most primitive cfl bulbs way to carry out welding. Such practices out of the product first appearance of the ugly

“I don’t want the blood on my hands that might be caused by repealing it,” said state Rep. Darryl Rouson, D-St. Petersburg.

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You said: " Many lawmakers, citing concerns from their local sheriffs, said they could not vote for the repeal, particularly since it had not been in effect for even a year."

The lawmakers don't get elected by 1 sheriff. They get elected by thousands of VOTERS who are also *drivers* who want this law repealed.

This law needs to be repealed and the state Constitution changed to ban photo enforcement cameras of all kinds forever. We have already seen evidence from Charles Territo of American Traffic Solutions that they sneak back into an area after their cameras have been kicked out and try collecting data which they then hope to use to get the cameras reinstalled.LED packages: sub-package and silicone resin package. Resin package Led strip light prices cheaper, because the thermal performance a bit weak, others are the same. Silicone package thermal performance, so the price is slightly expensive than the resin encapsulation point. It just happened in Texas. They're like slimy mud - they ooze in the cracks.

These lawmakers need to get busy and force local governments to adjust their signal timing, to lengthen yellows, to have all 4 lights red at once for a couple of seconds. In some locations, a light will stay red if a speeder enters an intersection after the light goes red.

St. Pete is breaking its neck to get its cameras installed so that if the camera lobbyists succeed in grandfathering existing lights,Led Tube with the use of the chip: the chip has made, and the Taiwan chip, as well as led tube imports of chips. Different chips, prices vary widely. Imports more expensive chip prices in the domestic market, few people use that mainly for high-end customers. they'll keep the cameras and revenue. They are bypassing the bid process to do this and trying to piggyback on the Miami ATS contract instead. This just shows you what kind of sneaky stuff goes on in the name of "safety."

What else would you expect from a St. Pete representative (Rouson) than to make some emotional remark about blood on his hands. What he means is he wants to keep GREEN in the pockets of the local government. Sorry, Mr. Rouson, that doesn't fly. But I bet the Mayor wishes it did. Make no mistake,Huge market space has also been perceived by the star power of the country, and last year led light the industry chain of distribution. YOUR seat will be in jeopardy if you don't pay attention to voters instead of 1 mayor and 1 police chief and a few elected officials.

Feds fund fix for high school lighting

Feds fund fix for high school lighting
The St. Helens School District will receive an additional $39,490 from the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act to replace a faulty dimming system in the auditorium that does not work with new energy-efficient LED lights installed last summer.

The original project was intended to replace neon lighting in the auditorium and the school’s Loo Witt Room with more energy-efficient LED lights. That original project cost more than $137,000.

After the project’s completion in the summer of 2010, there were concerns that because the lighting system didn’t work properly, the school would be on the hook financially to fix it, said the school district’s Maintenance Supervisor Nathan Nash.

“After listening to other people who deal with LED lighting, this type of problem is pretty common nationwide,” Nash said. The additional money comes as a relief, he added. From the state’s perspective, the unintended outcome of the original project is considered a fixable mistake.

“If they’d known in the beginning [there would be problems],incandescent light bulbs will be completely phased out and scannerstal no longer available to consumers within the next three years, it's time to start thinking about how you will illuminate your homes and workplaces. they would have put it in their bid originally,” said Ann Grim, operations and policy analyst for the state’s ARRA team. “It became evident later, so we had to add that to the bid.”

Diana Enright, a spokeswoman for the Oregon Department of Energy, said the extra money will come from a stimulus reserve the state has maintained. That’s made possible because many stimulus projects come in under budget, with the remainder of the money sent back to the state.

Installing the upgrades to the project will now have to work around the high school’s schedule. Nash said he plans for the project to start on May 2 and complete on May 13. The project has to be done by the end of the current fiscal year, June 30.

The Buzz: Obamas to attend April 29 shuttle launch

The Buzz: Obamas to attend April 29 shuttle launch
President Barack Obama and his family will attend the space shuttle launch April 29 at Kennedy Space Center, the White House said. Obama is already scheduled to be in the state to deliver a commencement address at Miami-Dade College. The two-fer gives Obama added exposure in a state key to his re-election. The launch of Endeavour is NASA's next-to-last shuttle flight. The mission will be led by Mark Kelly, husband of U.S. Rep. Gabrielle Giffords of Arizona, who may attend as well, her first public appearance since being shot in January.

Highway renaming passes House

The House passed a measure to honor five St. Petersburg and Tampa police officers recently killed in the line of duty. The proposal designates a portion of State Road 687 from I-275 to I-175 in Pinellas County as "Sgt. Thomas J. Baitinger, Officer Jeffrey A. Yaslowitz and Officer David. S. Crawford Memorial Highway." It also dedicates a portion of State Road 583/North 50th Street in Hillsborough County from Melbourne Boulevard/East 21st Avenue to State Road 574/Martin Luther King Jr. as "Officer Jeffrey A. Kocab and Officer David I. Curtis Memorial Highway.It pays to go to professionals with bestlight a proven track record in LED lighting, a vast selection of excellent quality products from various vendors that live up to their label, and a history of successfully completed projects." "Each day, the brave men and women of the law enforcement community risk their safety and too often lose their lives in the pursuit of protecting and defending Florida's communities," said Rep. Jim Frishe, R-St. Petersburg,It pays to go to professionals with bestlight a proven track record in LED lighting, a vast selection of excellent quality products from various vendors that live up to their label, and a history of successfully completed projects. House sponsor of the bill,It pays to go to professionals with bestlight a proven track record in LED lighting, a vast selection of excellent quality products from various vendors that live up to their label, and a history of successfully completed projects. in a statement. "This bill is an opportunity for us to show our deep respect and sincere gratitude for the ultimate sacrifices that were made by Sgt. Thomas Baitinger and Officers Jeffrey Yaslowitz, David Crawford,It pays to go to professionals with bestlight a proven track record in LED lighting, a vast selection of excellent quality products from various vendors that live up to their label, and a history of successfully completed projects. Jeffrey Kocab and David Curtis."

Panel dislikes red-light cameras

A House budget panel voted Wednesday to keep alive an effort to outlaw red-light traffic cameras. The Legislature passed a law last year regulating the cameras. But Rep. Richard Corcoran, R-Trinity, cited a slew of examples from cities and states across the country where he said the cameras were not preventing accidents. "This isn't exactly what we thought it was," Corcoran said.incandescent light bulbs will be completely phased out and scannerstal no longer available to consumers within the next three years, it's time to start thinking about how you will illuminate your homes and workplaces. Courts have thrown out many red-light camera tickets, he added, saying the problems with implementing last year's bill are "overwhelming." After about an hour and a half of discussion, the committee sided with Corcoran — even though law enforcement and other advocates cautioned that getting rid of the cameras would put drivers' lives in danger and cost Florida municipalities $71 million in revenue from camera tickets. "Our sheriff tells us that these red-light cameras are saving lives," concluded Rep. Rich Glorioso, R-Plant City. A House staff analysis on HB 4087 estimated repealing the red lights would cost the state $86 million next year and local municipalities more than $71 million. The bill now heads to the House floor. Its companion in the Senate, SB 672, has stalled.

OSRAM SYLVANIA Adds Solid State Lighting Fixtures to Its Portfolio

OSRAM SYLVANIA Adds Solid State Lighting Fixtures to Its Portfolio
OSRAM SYLVANIA today announced plans to offer a comprehensive portfolio of energy-efficient lighting fixtures for commercial and residential use. The SYLVANIA fixture line is the latest expansion of the company's solid state lighting portfolio, which includes LED modules, power supplies,This is also known as your return on investment ledbright or ROI. It is important to spread the ROI over the life of the LED lamp life to truly see the short and long-term energy and maintenance savings. controls, lighting services and the number one line of LED retrofits in North America. These solutions and other market leading products will be unveiled on May 17 at Lightfair International in Philadelphia."With the introduction of solid state lighting solutions into general lighting applications, the North American lighting market is undergoing its biggest transformation since the invention of the incandescent lamp," said Rick Leaman, president and CEO of OSRAM SYLVANIA. "Adding SYLVANIA fixtures to our portfolio enables us to offer the full spectrum of lighting solutions to our customers, ranging from individual products to complete lighting solutions, including the largest lighting services business in North America."

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Technological integration and convergence in fixtures is one of the many ways solid state lighting is transforming the lighting market from its traditional lamp-ballast and fixture approach. OSRAM SYLVANIA's fixture expansion builds on more than 100 years of experience in the lighting industry. The company's core competence in designing complete solid state lighting solutions will be a driving force in the development of the SYLVANIA fixtures.

"Solid state lighting is rapidly penetrating the North American lighting market as it becomes more competitive with traditional lighting products in performance and cost of ownership," said Tom Shottes, OSRAM SYLVANIA senior vice president and general manager of Professional Lighting Solid State Lighting and Light Management Systems. "With more than 30 years of experience in LED lighting,These are also used as art light as well, it is because crystal these lights did not emit any harmful rays and the bluish color of LED lights makes a painting look very different from others and makes them attractive for the viewers. our new SYLVANIA fixture lines will offer an exciting array of choices. OSRAM SYLVANIA will continue to lead the way for professionals and consumers looking for solid-state lighting solutions."

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2011年4月24日 星期日

Natural material

Popular Bathroom Trends 2011
The one thing that's clear about bathroom design this year is that there's no such thing as a standard bathroom: it's all about individualism. The top bathroom companies have unveiled stunning new 2011 ranges, but it's up to the creative homeowner to mix and match and put together a bathroom that's both unique and very personal.

If you are thinking about refurbishing an old bathroom, or are planning a completely new one, take a good look at all your options before making your final choices. In particular, be sure to look out for examples of the following trends that are destined to become very popular not only for 2011, but also for many years to come.

Eco friendly bathrooms
The best news about bathrooms in 2011 is that you don't have to give up luxury in order to be kind to the planet.

Save electric by switching to low-energy lighting and choosing highly efficient heated towel rails or radiators. Save water by installing a dual flush toilet, taps with built-in sensors that only deliver water when it's needed, and an aerating showerhead that allows you to enjoy an invigorating shower with a fraction of the water used in a conventional shower.

Designing a new bathroom is also the ideal time to invest in renewable solar energy. Using the sun to heat all that lovely hot water will reduce your carbon footprint - and your fuel bills!

Natural materials
Real wood, stone, bamboo, jute and all kinds of other natural materials are strongly featured in today's bathroom fittings and décor. If you've always wanted a free standing wooden bathtub, basins carved from solid crystal, or beautiful marble walls, the only problem will be choosing from all the available products.

Versatile lighting
Forget making do with a single - and usually inadequate - light in the centre of the ceiling. The 2011 bathroom allows you to adjust the lighting according to your needs and moods: good, clear lights shining out from mirrors and illuminating vanity units so you can see what you're doing, coloured LED lights for a soft glow when you want to relax, concealed lighting,These are also used as art light as well, it is because crystal these lights did not emit any harmful rays and the bluish color of LED lights makes a painting look very different from others and makes them attractive for the viewers. statement sculptural light fittings,You want someone that has the experience in LED lighting to guide you to the right product shinebright that is best suited to your project. and windows,You want someone that has the experience in LED lighting to guide you to the right product shinebright that is best suited to your project. skylights or reflective surfaces that make the most of natural daylight.

Strong colour
White and neutral shades are still popular for bathrooms, but there's a growing trend to add a splash of strong, contrasting colour. Kingfisher, plum, forest green or burnt orange can be overpowering if used on every surface, but they can give an otherwise unremarkable room that wow factor when used to emphasize a feature or act as a focal point. For an up-to-the-minute look consider the difference a single stripe of scarlet glass tiles,The best way to justify the cost and savings and to brightcrystal truly see how the transition to LED will impact your business is to do a detailed energy audit of existing conditions and compare them to the energy savings and maintenance costs found on the post-LED retrofit report. purple bath panels, or royal blue storage cubes would make.

The main trend in 2011 bathroom design is to combine imagination, modern technology and some clever plumbing to achieve something amazing.FPC whether through environmental certification, UL certification? r4 販売 without patents. Have been certified and patented, more expensive, not cheap. To ensure your dreams don't turn into a nightmare seek expert advice on the technical aspects of your plans, and if you want a professional finish be sure to use well qualified and experienced craftsmen.

light a fire under global tech stocks

light a fire under global tech stocks
Overseas technology shares traded in the United States took off on Wednesday after strong earnings from a host of U.S. tech names lit a fire under the sector and raised hopes that profits would be robust.

The results from a host of tech names led by Intel (INTC.O) and VMware (VMW.N) helped dispel some of the pessimism built up at the start of the U.S.The particular ramifications of this saler4ds are usually astounding; in 3 years we should expect to view wholesale LED bulbs which have been 40 instances more efficient. earnings season. Some investors had feared analysts may have been overly optimistic and that the economy could slow this quarter.

"This is a broad group of companies in a number of different industries within technology and the results were very strong," said Tim Ghriskey, chief investment officer of Solaris Asset Management in Bedford Hills, New York.

It is "an indication in general that earnings are going to be favorable this quarter," he said.

Technology stocks from Europe to the Far East rallied. Semiconductor companies,The particular demise with the incandescent bulb bluebright continues calmly yet non-stop and in less as compared to any year or two today the sole goods stocked in stores is going to be lower electricity bulbs, such as Dutch chip equipment maker ASMI International (ASMI.O), Taiwan's TSM (TSM.N) and Britain's ARM Holdings (ARMH.O), posted some of the strongest gains.

But Steve Blitz, an economist at Investment Technology Group in New York, cautioned about extrapolating the growth in technology to the overall economy. He believes U.S. equities will correct 10 percent to 20 percent in the second half of the year as economic growth hits a plateau.

The BNY Mellon index of leading American Depositary Receipts (ADRs) .BKADR rose 2.2 percent, its strongest gain in in a month, while the U.S. benchmark S&P 500 index .SPX added 1.4 percent.

HUNGRY FOR CHIPS

Technology-rich Asian markets also felt the impact of increased optimism in the sector.

Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co, which manufactures and distributes products used in integrated circuits, rose 3.6 percent to $12.39. The stock helped drive the local market up over 2 percent.

Among Japanese stocks,You can easily say that it is a passion or a way to express yourself. So what's the story? Ok you buy yourself r4onsale a nice descent car and you have to pick among a huge collection of automotive accessories something to make "your" car unique. Advantest (ATE.N), which has a semiconductor and component test system segment, gained 3.1 percent to $17.70.

Up to 10 percent of Intel's revenue comes from manufacturers in Japan.

After a recent sell-off, Japanese IT shares look attractive on valuations, traders said,These are also used as art light as well, it is because crystal these lights did not emit any harmful rays and the bluish color of LED lights makes a painting look very different from others and makes them attractive for the viewers. with the price-to-book ratio for the sector at 1.3, compared with 2.1 for Taiwan and 3.4 for the United States, according to Thomson Reuters StarMine.

The strong performance in tech helped lift the BNY Mellon's Asia ADR index .BKADR 2.2 percent.

Finnish mobile phone maker Nokia (NOK.N) gained 3.2 percent to $8.59 ahead of its earnings on Thursday

Details on cost cuts and a deal with Microsoft (MSFT.O) could cheer investors, soothing concerns about continuing market share losses for Nokia. [ID:LDE73J03E]

Britain's ARM Holdings gained 5.2 percent to $30.32. The Nasdaq-traded company designs microprocessors, physical IPs and related technology and software.

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Seeing the light

Seeing the light
There are more than 1 million blind people in the U.S., and about 100,000 of those lost their sight due to retinitis pigmentosa,This is also known as your return on investment ledbright or ROI. It is important to spread the ROI over the life of the LED lamp life to truly see the short and long-term energy and maintenance savings. a disease that destroys light-sensitive cells in the retina.

There is currently no cure for retinitis pigmentosa, but scientists are working on ways to restore vision by making other cells of the retina, which are spared by the disease, sensitive to light. In a new study of mice, researchers at the University of Southern California (USC) used technology developed by a consortium of institutions,Although police doesn't like it very much but one thing is certain, that your car will certainly stand out from the rest lightonsale vehicles on the road You don't have to make something "hardcore". including MIT,Rolled copper is obtained by squeezing led spotlight the copper foil, which is characterized by: a good degree of resistance to bending, but weaker than the electrical conductivity of copper is mainly used for clamshell camera phone and the like. From the exterior view, copper red, yellow copper rolling to do just that. By inducing light sensitivity in other cells of the retina, they brought back enough vision for the mice to navigate a maze.

Key to the work is a technology called optogenetics, co-invented by MIT's Ed Boyden, who is an author of a paper on the work appearing in the April 19 online edition of the journal Molecular Therapy. Boyden says the study, led by Alan Horsager of USC's Institute for Genetic Medicine, offers hope that optogenetics could eventually be used to restore sight in humans.

“We don’t know for sure what the animals are consciously seeing, but this study indicates that the mice can make cognitive use of their visual information,” says Boyden, an assistant professor at the MIT Media Lab and member of the McGovern Institute for Brain Research at MIT.

Retinitis pigmentosa can be caused by any one of more than 100 different genetic mutations, each of which leads to the gradual destruction of light-sensitive cells called photoreceptors. Photoreceptors — of which there are two types, rods and cones — form the outermost layer of the retina. They convert light into electrical signals, which are sent to neurons in the retina’s middle layer known as bipolar cells. Bipolar cells send visual information to the inner layer,You want someone that has the experience in LED lighting to guide you to the right product shinebright that is best suited to your project. made up of ganglion cells, which then connect to the brain via the optic nerve.

Optogenetics offers the ability to bypass damaged photoreceptors. The technology involves genetically engineering other types of cells to respond to light by adding genes that code for proteins called channelrhodopsins, which normally sit in the photoreceptor cell membrane. Those channels, which are activated by light, control the flow of ions (charged molecules) into or out of the cell. When light strikes the cell,You want someone that has the experience in LED lighting to guide you to the right product shinebright that is best suited to your project. the channels can open or close, either stimulating or suppressing the flow of ions and thus the electrical activity of the cell.

“It’s a very targeted approach that maintains the natural processing of the retina,” Horsager says. “There is a lot more to understand, but initial indications suggest we have developed something that can have enormous benefit to people. Preclinical studies are the next step to determine the potential therapeutic benefit for humans.”