Metaphysical Crystals Oct 21, 2009
A crystal can be placed in front of you, just slightly below the line of sight. While meditating, make the crystal the object of the meditation. (Suite101.com)
Metaphysical Crystals and Meditatio... Oct 21, 2009
For the first part of the meditation, place the crystal in front of you, a bit under your line of sight. Begin taking slow, deep breaths while focusing on the crystal. (Suite101.com)
Boerne Police Department (30) Oct 19, 2009
Graham and Schryver street, 3:41 p.m., A caller complained about an abandoned vehicle she said was blocking the line-of-sight at the intersection. Main Street and River Road, 4:15 p.m., Police responded to a hit-and-run wreck. (Boerne Star, TX)
R&A lengthens Road Hole for 2010 British Open Oct 17, 2009
The 17th hole at the Old Course, called the "Road Hole'' but just as well-known for its treacherous bunker beside the green, has played to the same 465 yards for more than 100 years. But the Royal and Ancient announced Friday that it will add 25 yards to the par-4 hole -- increasing the distance to 490 yards -- by building a new tee box across a railway line on what is now a practice range. David Alexander/Getty ImagesAdding 25 yards to the Road Hole will bring its famous bunker more into play.... (ESPN -- Golf)
• Listening for clues brings rewards Oct 17, 2009
Along the switchback nearing the top, where bushes crowded the trail and blocked my line of sight, I heard clucking again. I slowed as I rounded the bend, spotting a trio of rock ptarmigan strutting along the trail ahead of me. (Juneau Empire)
Orionids Meteor Shower Starts This Weekend Oct 17, 2009
In addition, "the constellation is visible from pretty much anywhere in the world, because it appears along a line of sight close to the Equator," he said. How to See the Orionids. (National Geographic)
iPhone App Starts Your Car Remotely Oct 16, 2009
Although remote starting systems for cars usually have a limited line-of-sight range, Viper says its system has "virtually unlimited range" since your iPhone, not the original remote, communicates over cell networks with your car. "We think customers will find all sorts of unique and personal value in Viper SmartStart," Mike Simmons, EVP of Directed Electronics' parent company, DEI Holdings, said in a statement. (ABC News)
$60M renovation kicks off at airport Oct 14, 2009
In addition, the current control tower, a 33-foot temporary facility that was moved there from Alliance Airport in the late 90s, will be replaced by a 90-foot tower that will give controllers direct line-of-sight views of the entire replacement runway. This article is for Paid Subscribers ONLY.. (Dallas Business Journal, TX)
Beat the crowds, get a better Wi-Fi connection Oct 14, 2009
Like cell phones, wireless connections rely on a line-of-sight connection to the access point. Again, you know from your home wireless network that you should place the router antenna up high and clear of clutter, and you get a better signal on the remote computer if you are in direct line with the output. (MSNBC -- Travel)
$60M renovation kicks off at airport in Collin County Oct 13, 2009
In addition, the current control tower, a 33-foot temporary facility that was moved there from Alliance Airport in the late 90s, will be replaced by a 90-foot tower that will give controllers direct line-of-sight views of the entire replacement runway. We re setting the airport for the future that we know is coming, Wiegand said. (Dallas Business Journal, TX)
Lynchburg District awards 3 contracts Oct 13, 2009
The project will provide offset lanes to improve the line of sight for left turn movements. The roadway and turn lanes will be open to traffic during construction with minor delays and temporary lane closures. (Brookneal Union Star, VA)
Tank Q Monitor (5) Oct 11, 2009
A line-of-sight propane tank monitor called Tank Q is now available. Coupled with a remote-ready LP tank dial, this monitor will alert customers when their tanks reach the 25 percent level (+/- 5 percent). (Great Falls Prairie Star, MT)
Two die in separate crashes Oct 10, 2009
The intersection is also several hundred feet further south than it once was because it had been closer to a hill that interfered with drivers' line of sight. The 1. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Tech.view: From farm to fork Oct 10, 2009
Their disadvantage is that they have to be scanned physically by a line-of-sight reading device. It is also tricky to capture the data in the field and stick the bar-code labels on the produce as it is picked and packed. (The Economist)
Combined Herschel images reveal hidden Galaxy Oct 9, 2009
This type of observation is especially important in a very crowded field like this, which is likely to include many molecular clouds along the line of sight. Herschel will systematically survey other areas of the Milky Way in this fashion, to provide new insight into the mechanisms of star formation in a way that has never before been achieved. (Astronomy Now Online)
Political Grapevine Oct 3, 2009
Sarah Palin is out of office, but she's certainly not out of her critics' line of sight. One person characterized by The New York Post as a lecture-circuit expert insists her speeches are a tough sell: "The big lecture buyers in the U.S. are paralyzed with fear about booking her, basically because they think she is a blithering idiot... Palin is so uninteresting to so many groups unless they are interested in moose hunting.". (Fox News)
2010 Lexus HS 250h Oct 3, 2009
A heads-up display is available that projects the vehicle s speed, directions from the navigation system, and radio stations directly in your line of sight on the windshield. If you avert your eyes, anyway, the HS offers a system that uses a sensor on top of the steering wheel to keep its own eye on your face. (Fox News)
Federal agents claim immunity to wiretapping claim Oct 3, 2009
Sheriff Dupnik said last year that someone within "line of sight" of Triano remotely detonated a pipe bomb that had been placed on the car's passenger seat. Type Size. (AZCentral -- News)
Herschel Views Deep-space Pearls On A Cosmic String Oct 3, 2009
Traditionally, in a crowded region like this, situated in the plane of our Galaxy and containing many molecular clouds along the line of sight, astronomers have had a difficult time resolving details. But Herschel s sophisticated infrared instruments made short work of the task, seeing through the dust that is opaque to visible light, and seeing the glow from the dust itself. (Science Daily)
Femtocell solutions: Key questions to ask before you ... Oct 2, 2009
Unfortunately, femtocells must be installed near a window so that the attached antenna has a line-of-sight view to orbiting satellites. For instance, ATmmends that its microcell be located within three feet of a window and not in the basement or a closet. (SearchMobileComputing.com)
The shame of incarceration Sep 30, 2009
Example of a scenario playing out is we position ourselves at the quick and ready to rescue a person who ventures into our line of sight. Interested in saving someone from themselves, our rescue efforts include the fast ladle action of advice. (Sierra Vista Herald, AZ)
Outside the Perimeter: A Matter of Trust? Sep 26, 2009
Soon, I became aware of the arrival of the old coach positioning himself several rows beneath, directly in my line of sight, were I to be focused downward. The old man paused to scan the faces of those seated around, but especially behind, himself before settling in. (BerniesInsiders.com)
Bits, Sven Birkerts, Agni Sep 26, 2009
One of the photos on the dresser outside of our room, the one closest to the door, and therefore right in my line of sight day after day, is of my father-in-law Earl Focht as a young man. I knew Earl for several years he died some years ago, in his 70s. (Harper's Magazine)
Denny’s pole sign, others in question Sep 24, 2009
Town Planner Steve Boyle recently said the town code states that pole signs are not permitted unless specifically approved by the planning commission when it can be found that a ground or wall sign is not feasible due to site limitations of area and/or line-of-sight interruption for vehicular traffic. The main reason for the request is due to the bypass, which will divert the vast majority of travelers beyond the downtown area of Wickenburg or the populated areas of Tegner Street, Boyle said. (Wickenburg Sun, AZ)
The CenTex Fieldhouse: From Week 3 action Sep 23, 2009
McKnight can flat out HIT. He is fearless and seems to enjoy getting a running start and just unload on any and all ball carriers in his line of sight. RBs facing Round Rock need to keep an eye peeled for #26. (The Insiders -- Texas Prep)
Everest mobile call effort begins Sep 23, 2009
Making a phone call from the summit of Everest has become possible thanks to a mobile base station installed in China that has line of sight to the north side of the mountain. Mr Baber was confident that the attempt on the world record would work because the phone he will use has been tested in very low temperatures and the final climb will only happen if weather conditions are good. (Yahoo News -- Wireless Technology)
Click to read:Afghanistan's War - Waged on the Airwaves Sep 21, 2009
line-of-sight never meant so much). I'm guessing anything that works in the mountains of Afghanistan would work well around here, too. (CBS News)
> read more Sep 17, 2009
The two stars orbit each other in a plane lined up perfectly with Earth's line of sight, and they eclipse each other every 10. 55 days. (SkyAndTelescope.com)
Sparkplug expands service territory Sep 17, 2009
The company provides high-speed Internet connections and telephone service through a private microwave network that covers most of north Scottsdale and many other parts of the Valley within the line of sight of its microwave devices. The southwest site covers 5,832 new businesses, including the Desert Sky Mall. (AZCentral -- Business)
Hillcrest Labs Introduces Open Source Library to Enable Development of a Wide Variety of Freespace(R) Motion Control Applications Sep 17, 2009
Six Degrees of Freedom: Complete inertial motion control solution for in-air pointing, gestures, and 3D motion tracking applications, with no external sensors and no line of sight requirement. Configurable Software: Customize button configurations, LED behavior, and wake-on-motion behavior for use in a variety of applications. (PR Newswire)
ELIZABETH KNIGHT Sep 17, 2009
The Lowy family and the banking fraternity are the two groups in Australia with the best line-of-sight into the future of the property market. The latter has just successfully appealed to the Government to throw a lifeline to the industry by setting up a. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
Square Enix Brings STAR OCEAN THE LAST HOPE: INTERNATIONAL to Sony PlayStation 3 Sep 17, 2009
New Blindside battle system fuses evasion and offense, enabling players to confuse and ambush enemies by quickly moving out of their line of sight when targeted. Pilot the Calnus spaceship for the first time in the series and journey to various planets of the STAR OCEAN universe. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Scary Music Is Scarier With Your Eyes Shut Sep 16, 2009
29, 2009) When the eyes move, objects in the line of sight suddenly jump to a different place on the retina, but the mind perceives the scene as stable and continuous. A new study reports that the brain. (Science Daily)
Airborne Laser Could Save Us From Terrorist Nightmare Scenario Sep 15, 2009
The missile s warhead could then be remotely detonated somewhere 20 to 60-plus miles above the visual horizon, and -- in addition to killing everyone in the blast and radiation radius -- trigger an electromagnetic pulse (EMP), which would basically fry every single electrical circuit in the blast s line-of-sight for hundreds of miles in every direction. An EMP would effectively knock out all electrical grids, aircraft, trains, ships, automobiles, computers, medical equipment, ATM machines,... (Human Events Online)
And with the first pick, Miami takes not Matt Ryan! Sep 12, 2009
Take the over, Ryan and Co. have line of sight to 35 on thier own. dawes. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Christian Meditation Sep 12, 2009
If using an actual cross, place it in front of you just below the line of sight. If envisioning one, when closing the eyes and beginning the meditation, picture a cross in your mind. (Suite101.com)
THIS OLD TOWN: Mansfield saw pioneer long-distance tests Sep 11, 2009
This, they decided, was an ideal telephore line-of-sight. They pictured messages being wigwagged up and down the right-of-way. (Easton Journal, MA)
NRL brings new hyperspectral atmospheric and ocean science to the International Space Station Sep 11, 2009
Attitude information from the star camera is used to improve the knowledge of the HICO and RAIDS line-of-sight pointing directions. Costs for the design, assembly, and testing of the HREP instrument enclosure were provided by ONR and the DoD Space Test Program (STP). (EurekAlert! -- Business News)
MoD withdraws 114m comms system Sep 11, 2009
"The systems were fitted - and operators trained - on to vehicles in the UK which were then deployed to Afghanistan. "Traditional microwave links only work on line-of-sight, meaning buildings and trees can get in the way. "Our system works in near line-of-sight and non-line-of-sight, which is one of the advantages of the frequency and mechanisms we use," he said. (BBC News -- Technology)
Turning smart phones into remotes Sep 8, 2009
"It's either line of sight issues, or for me I have to change the batteries. Or you grab the wrong one. If people are consuming more media, to have an application that eases their burdens makes a lot of sense.". On Page One: Making music with the iPhone. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Technology)
Saturn without rings! Sep 7, 2009
7 years, R C Kapoor, a scientist at the Indian Institute of Astrophysics, said, "Saturn is going through a phase called 'Ring Crossing'. In this condition, its rings become aligned along our line of sight and are therefore very difficult to see.". The Saturn's rings keep tilting in different directions as viewed from the Earth, due to changing geometry, as it moves around the Sun. (India Times, India -- Health/Science)
Think about it: high-rise living Sep 7, 2009
Within months, the 22-story Watermark sprang up directly in my line of sight. Multiple other high-rises - including the massive One Rincon Hill and green-tinged Infinity Towers - have since sprouted, and plans for yet another in the same two-block radius have been approved. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Milky Way's Not-so-distant Cousin Sep 6, 2009
6, 2009) ESO has released a striking new image of a nearby galaxy that many astronomers think closely resembles our own Milky Way. Though the galaxy is seen edge-on, observations of NGC 4945 suggest that this hive of stars is a spiral galaxy much like our own, with swirling, luminous arms and a bar-shaped central region. (Science Daily)
Petro Andina Announces Sale to Pluspetrol for $7.65 Per Share; Creation of ExploreCo; and ExploreCo Financing at $3.00 Per ExploreCo Share Sep 4, 2009
Commenting on the value creation for Petro Andina's shareholders resulting from this transaction, Petro Andina's President and Chief Executive Officer, Wayne Foo said, "This transaction is the result of a rigorous and thorough process conducted by our Board, management and financial and legal advisors. It accomplishes our key objective of maximizing value for our shareholders. In addition, this transaction allows Petro Andina's shareholders to receive a compelling mix of cash and the opportunity... (CCNMatthews Press Releases)
UK Ministry of Defense Chooses RADWIN's Wireless Broadband Systems for Connecting Bases in Afghanistan Sep 3, 2009
Geoff Smith, Managing Director, Horsebridge, stated: "The MoD had a vital need for an efficient, robust solution with the ability to deliver TDM and Ethernet in challenging topographies and no direct line-of-sight situations, and we knew that RADWIN's links were ideal for this project. Extremely fast, compact, robust and simple to deploy, the RADWIN 2000 systems are up and running in less than an hour. The entire RADWIN 2000 solution had to be subjected to full 'Proof of Concept' testing prior... (PR Newswire)
Aldermen to Discuss New Weed Ordinance Sep 3, 2009
He wants regulations that will clear high grass and weeds from roadsides where they can affect the line of sight of passing motorists. And he wants legislation that will have strong enough consequences that the city can take action if property owners fail to act. (Missourian Publishing, MO)
The Future of Commercial Atomic Power -- A Case for Nationalization Sep 1, 2009
As processes grow more complex, workers lose that line of sight ... Though well intentioned, they have had the unintended consequence of breaking the worker's line of sight to the task. (Energy Pulse, CO)
Bullying goes online Sep 1, 2009
Abused, it would seem, without physical contact or line of sight. Abused, it would seem, in their own homes by perpetrators both known and anonymous. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Technology)
DirecTV Moves To Take Manhattan With Broadband Sunday Ticket Aug 29, 2009
"We wanted to test this service in a small area and Manhattan was a logical choice given the high level of building and line-of-sight issues," he wrote in an e-mail. "What we learn here will be applied to the national rollout.". (Multichannel News)
Cooperative Cybercars: A Question Of Priorities Aug 28, 2009
If the communication network breaks down, the vehicles revert to line of sight procedures; they will not cross intersections, for example, unless they visually detect that the coast is clear. Indeed, the first applications of CyberCars2 technology could well be found in somewhat normal looking cars. (Science Daily)
Driver found in Palo Alto pedestrian hit-and-run Aug 28, 2009
The student wasn't visible to the driver because of a bus obstructing the line of sight, Ryan said. Though the investigation found the incident to be the pedestrian's fault, officials tracked the driver down at her home and have referred the case to the district attorney for possible hit-and-run charges, Ryan said. (Palo Alto Online, CA)
New study suggests the brain predicts what eyes in motion will see Aug 26, 2009
Rockville, MD When the eyes move, objects in the line of sight suddenly jump to a different place on the retina, but the mind perceives the scene as stable and continuous. A new study reports that the brain predicts the consequences of eye movement even before the eyes take in a new scene. (EurekAlert!)
A hand to hold (1) Aug 25, 2009
Millar takes pains to make sure Josh's mom is first in an intensely nervous Josh's line of sight and doing the primary soothing. When he starts to cry, Millar turns the OR into a game, showing Josh how changing his breathing can make numbers and lines on the monitor beside him fluctuate. (Cleveland Jewish News, OH)
NFL Net Drop-Kicks Off-Season TV Deals Aug 24, 2009
The upcoming test will be available to residents of the New York City borough who cannot receive DirecTV due to building restrictions or line-of-sight issues, according to a spokesman. On-air, there are several new pages in NFL Network's playbook. (Multichannel News)
Safe distance for gravel pits from schools, residential areas unclear Aug 20, 2009
"You have to break the line of sight," said Zak of Springfield. But David Brown of Lewis Yockey and Brown engineers of Bloomington said unless there are health or safety concerns, the separation between a residential area and a gravel pit doesn't need to be more than 100 feet. (The Pantagraph newspaper)
After strong football finish, what comes next? Aug 20, 2009
But after Allen won its first state title in the football programs 72 years, the Eagles know they will be directly in the line of sight for a number of competitors. You dont have a choice, Westerberg said of his team being targeted. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
Northrop Grumman-Led Team Demonstrates Means to Effectively Enhance Littoral Warfighting Capabilities Aug 19, 2009
Beyond line-of-sight contacts acquired by the NEO system were passed to ICMS through a communications relay platform using the RT-1944/U SeaLancet communications system. ICMS demonstrated its combat system capability to provide real-time situational awareness, and command-and-control processing including track management, correlation, identification and threat designation. (Primezone Releases)
Obama, Democrats, Expose U.S. to EMP Attack Aug 18, 2009
The electromagnetic pulse generated by the blast destroys all electronics in line of sight. EMP was first detected during the detonation of the Starfish Prime nuclear test on July 9, 1962. (Newsmax)
Review: Control your Mac apps via Keymote for iPhone Aug 18, 2009
Also, if I'm making a recording in GarageBand and want to benefit from the acoustics of my bathroom, I can easily punch in and out since the application doesn't rely on line of sight. The creation and editing process is straightforward, but sometimes rearranging the keys can be a bit frustrating. (Ars Technica)
Two women killed in crash Aug 17, 2009
Originally, the roads intersected at a weird angle with a hill interfering with drivers' line-of-sight. The 1. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Seeing in Stereo: Illusions of Depth Aug 15, 2009
On the retinas, this difference in line-of-sight shift manifests itself as disparity between the left and right eye images. A simplified example shows this effect clearly. (Scientific American)
2010 Ford Taurus SHO Aug 14, 2009
With a huge trunk sticking up high into your rear line of sight, the last two come in handy, but you ll appreciate the cavernous cargo compartment just the same. From a driver's standpoint, the Taurus, particularly the SHO, is without question the best sedan to ever carry the Ford badge. (Fox News)
Denny’s gets first approval for new sign Aug 13, 2009
Town Planner Steve Boyle told the commission that the town code states that pole signs are not permitted unless specifically approved by the planning commission when it can be found that a ground or wall sign is not feasible due to site limitations of area and/or line of sight interruption for vehicular traffic. The main reason for the request is due to the bypass, which will divert the vast majority of travelers beyond the downtown area of Wickenburg or the populated areas of Tegner Street,... (Wickenburg Sun, AZ)
Ejectorino: Can't question ump from CF Aug 13, 2009
"He's right in the line of sight and he's out in front of everybody, waving his arms in disgust of a pitch that I called. It is very simple.". Victorino recalled only gesturing once. (MLB.com -- Florida Marlins)
Click to read:9 Thought Dead as Helicopter, Plane Crash Aug 9, 2009
Also, transponders are USELESS unless there is a Beacon Interrogator system that has line of sight on the aircraft. Pilots always seem to assume that radars can see them anywhere. (CBS News)
