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Forum: Conjuror's Corner 5th March 2024, 12:31 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 328
Posted By Speedskater
The real magic on the Penn & Teller, Fool Us show...

The real magic on the Penn & Teller, Fool Us show is Brooke Burke!
She looks exactly the same today as she did 25 years ago.
Forum: Science, Mathematics, Medicine, and Technology 27th February 2024, 08:38 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 692
Posted By Speedskater
Fox Sports and ESPN/ABC still do minor sports. ...

Fox Sports and ESPN/ABC still do minor sports.
Fox did a live pre-season Australian Rules Football game this morning.
But NBC has the rights to most Olympic type sports. They are only interested...
Forum: Science, Mathematics, Medicine, and Technology 26th February 2024, 03:16 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 692
Posted By Speedskater
We don't see curling on US TV anymore. A couple...

We don't see curling on US TV anymore. A couple of years ago, they shut-down the networks that carried Olympic type sports.
Forum: Science, Mathematics, Medicine, and Technology 23rd February 2024, 08:03 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 1,167
Posted By Speedskater
So what happened to the pictures?

So what happened to the pictures?
Forum: Science, Mathematics, Medicine, and Technology 20th February 2024, 06:05 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 692
Posted By Speedskater
I never could understand why a Curling Stone...

I never could understand why a Curling Stone weighs 3 Stone.
Forum: USA Politics 13th January 2024, 11:12 AM
Replies: 1,566
Views: 39,872
Posted By Speedskater
The weather will make the Iowa caucus completely...

The weather will make the Iowa caucus completely meaningless (it never meant much anyway). A TV weather reporter from Iowa pointed out, that in extreme weather the farmers have way too much to do,...
Forum: Science, Mathematics, Medicine, and Technology 6th April 2023, 11:10 AM
Replies: 277
Views: 20,889
Posted By Speedskater
I would have thought that they could send a probe...

I would have thought that they could send a probe or two or maybe a test lander to the Moon.
Forum: Science, Mathematics, Medicine, and Technology 14th February 2023, 07:59 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,122
Posted By Speedskater
This afternoon I went for my walk in the park. A...

This afternoon I went for my walk in the park. A TV news helicopter flew by, then did a 'U' turn around the park and went back downtown. Rather quite for a helicopter.
Other louder helicopters...
Forum: Science, Mathematics, Medicine, and Technology 14th February 2023, 03:52 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,122
Posted By Speedskater
Well yes, but in my direction I have a landmark,...

Well yes, but in my direction I have a landmark, Lake Erie.
With today's wind direction, they curve to the left or right, too soon.
Plus no landmarks out in the countryside.

I had said 5 miles...
Forum: Science, Mathematics, Medicine, and Technology 14th February 2023, 01:03 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,122
Posted By Speedskater
Neat. Now all I have to do is wait for the wind...

Neat. Now all I have to do is wait for the wind to shift.
Thanks

typo in link:
https://www.flightradar24.com
Forum: Science, Mathematics, Medicine, and Technology 13th February 2023, 11:31 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,122
Posted By Speedskater
Aircraft - Rate of Climb

Just a quick question about commercial aircraft rate-of-clime after take-off.
I live 5 miles from the airport (CLE). I was wondering what the altitude is of the commercial aircraft that pass over my...
Forum: Science, Mathematics, Medicine, and Technology 31st August 2022, 05:32 AM
Replies: 277
Views: 20,889
Posted By Speedskater
Launch window times. Shouldn't there be a launch...

Launch window times. Shouldn't there be a launch window everyday? An hour and 6 minutes different than the day before.
Forum: Science, Mathematics, Medicine, and Technology 19th May 2022, 06:11 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,128
Posted By Speedskater
While the Trifield EMF meter is a engineering...

While the Trifield EMF meter is a engineering tool, it is being misused these EMF health people.

With modern residential AC power wiring, the EMF field 4 inches/10 cm from a cord is trivial.
Forum: Science, Mathematics, Medicine, and Technology 28th May 2021, 06:03 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 852
Posted By Speedskater
The only bad part is the eye drops. three...

The only bad part is the eye drops. three different medications. The drops start days before the procedure and go on for weeks. Maybe 150 applications. Also lots of follow-up doctor visits.
Forum: Science, Mathematics, Medicine, and Technology 14th May 2021, 11:16 AM
Replies: 2,242
Views: 230,794
Posted By Speedskater
While the players themself may not be at risk for...

While the players themself may not be at risk for severe disease, the team has many support employees that may be at high risk. And the entire group moves from hotel to hotel every few days.
Forum: Science, Mathematics, Medicine, and Technology 4th May 2021, 09:57 AM
Replies: 2,242
Views: 230,794
Posted By Speedskater
Meanwhile in the US, 65 million doses have been...

Meanwhile in the US, 65 million doses have been distributed that have not yet been administered. At the current rate of well less than 3 million jabs per day, that's almost 4 weeks supply.
Forum: Science, Mathematics, Medicine, and Technology 27th April 2021, 05:12 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 5,601
Posted By Speedskater
How much does Earth cause the Sun to wobble? ...

How much does Earth cause the Sun to wobble?
How about the other planets and the Sun?
Forum: Science, Mathematics, Medicine, and Technology 13th April 2021, 05:28 AM
Replies: 2,242
Views: 230,794
Posted By Speedskater
Bicycling is not that safe over here! a] a 14...

Bicycling is not that safe over here!
a] a 14 year old friend was almost killed by his next-door neighbor, when riding home from school.
b] an adult friend was almost killed while riding in a quite...
Forum: Science, Mathematics, Medicine, and Technology 13th April 2021, 05:23 AM
Replies: 2,242
Views: 230,794
Posted By Speedskater
I just saw this on the TV: The Food and Drug...

I just saw this on the TV:

The Food and Drug Administration said Tuesday it is asking states to temporarily halt using Johnson & Johnson’s Covid-19 vaccine after six people in the U.S. developed a...
Forum: Science, Mathematics, Medicine, and Technology 9th April 2021, 11:07 AM
Replies: 2,242
Views: 230,794
Posted By Speedskater
AstraZeneca probably won't apply for US approval....

AstraZeneca probably won't apply for US approval. It would be bad news for A/Z if they don't pass approval and even if they pass, US demand would be low.
Forum: Science, Mathematics, Medicine, and Technology 9th April 2021, 11:02 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,131
Posted By Speedskater
Neil deGrasse Tyson's task is to bring science to...

Neil deGrasse Tyson's task is to bring science to the people. He is an easy interview for any host. He talks about science in an interesting fun way, that doesn't lose viewers for the host.
Forum: Science, Mathematics, Medicine, and Technology 9th March 2021, 06:57 AM
Replies: 84
Views: 4,621
Posted By Speedskater
For those that are vaccinated, you could be one...

For those that are vaccinated, you could be one of the 5 percenters (or 25% ers).
Not wearing a mask in public, will allow un-vaccinated people to pretend that they also received a jab and go...
Forum: USA Politics 28th January 2021, 11:22 AM
Replies: 3,384
Views: 346,026
Posted By Speedskater
Meanwhile: Mardi Gras : February 16, 2021 ...

Meanwhile:
Mardi Gras : February 16, 2021
St. Patrick's Day : March 17, 2021
Easter : April 4, 2021
Forum: USA Politics 7th January 2021, 11:04 AM
Replies: 3,528
Views: 253,123
Posted By Speedskater
About how many people attended the rally?

About how many people attended the rally?
Forum: USA Politics 3rd January 2021, 06:26 AM
Replies: 3,384
Views: 346,026
Posted By Speedskater
Dr. Fauci is the recognizable spokesman about the...

Dr. Fauci is the recognizable spokesman about the fight against COVID-19. Every news organization is requesting zoom interviews.


In every interview, Dr. Fauci deliveries the message about the...
Forum: Science, Mathematics, Medicine, and Technology 30th December 2020, 07:14 AM
Replies: 2,242
Views: 230,794
Posted By Speedskater
I'm sure that Mrs. (Dr) Biden has explained the...

I'm sure that Mrs. (Dr) Biden has explained the math to Joe. But there are long list of supply problems that need to be corrected before distribution can be expanded. 100 million doses will be a...
Forum: Science, Mathematics, Medicine, and Technology 15th December 2020, 06:22 AM
Replies: 2,242
Views: 230,794
Posted By Speedskater
In the US, it will be a supply and demand...

In the US, it will be a supply and demand problem. Lots of demand and little supply.
Joe Biden pledged about 100 million doses/jabs by May 1st. That means 1 million doses/jabs need to be delivered...
Forum: Science, Mathematics, Medicine, and Technology 11th December 2020, 02:45 PM
Replies: 2,242
Views: 230,794
Posted By Speedskater
It's good that they are doing it. It's bad that...

It's good that they are doing it. It's bad that the network is doing extensive coverage. Although by the time they get enough vaccine for a parking lot clinic, they will have to retrain many of the...
Forum: Science, Mathematics, Medicine, and Technology 11th December 2020, 02:41 PM
Replies: 2,242
Views: 230,794
Posted By Speedskater
The problem is: the TV network is showing it...

The problem is: the TV network is showing it every hour like it's going to happen any day now. In many ways the news networks are painting a picture that the vaccines will soon be available for...
Forum: Science, Mathematics, Medicine, and Technology 11th December 2020, 12:20 PM
Replies: 2,242
Views: 230,794
Posted By Speedskater
TV networks? both CNN & MSNCB a parking lot? It...

TV networks? both CNN & MSNCB
a parking lot? It was near a medical facility in Media, Pennsylvania. It's a rehearsal to check the protocol and to see how long it takes per person. They do not have...
Forum: Science, Mathematics, Medicine, and Technology 11th December 2020, 09:52 AM
Replies: 2,242
Views: 230,794
Posted By Speedskater
The US, TV news networks are treating it like a...

The US, TV news networks are treating it like a done deal. With maps about where to go in your neighborhood to get an injection and showing a parking lot test run. Yet there will only be enough...
Forum: Science, Mathematics, Medicine, and Technology 10th December 2020, 10:39 AM
Replies: 2,242
Views: 230,794
Posted By Speedskater
I thought that was a minimum time period between...

I thought that was a minimum time period between doses of 21 or 28 days. Is there a maximum time period?
Forum: Science, Mathematics, Medicine, and Technology 26th June 2020, 11:33 AM
Replies: 3,215
Views: 239,728
Posted By Speedskater
Pool Testing in the US Now the talk is about...

Pool Testing in the US
Now the talk is about pooling up to 25 individual tests into one batch to speed up testing. But this will only work in areas that have a low 1 to 2 percent positive individual...
Forum: Science, Mathematics, Medicine, and Technology 1st May 2020, 02:10 PM
Replies: 3,185
Views: 258,158
Posted By Speedskater
I think that those claims have it upside down....

I think that those claims have it upside down. It's the COVID-19 that first weakens the system and allows those other problems to finish the job.
Forum: Science, Mathematics, Medicine, and Technology 30th April 2020, 06:11 AM
Replies: 3,185
Views: 258,158
Posted By Speedskater
It seems that some official US agencies are...

It seems that some official US agencies are clouding the issue as to what deaths they will count towards COVID-19.

Just like in the Puerto Rico Hurricane Maria, at may take a long time to get the...
Forum: Science, Mathematics, Medicine, and Technology 19th April 2020, 04:54 AM
Replies: 3,185
Views: 258,158
Posted By Speedskater
That beach appears to be 33 miles long and 330...

That beach appears to be 33 miles long and 330 feet wide (from Google Maps).
Theoretically you could have well over one million people on that beach and still maintain social distancing.
Forum: Conspiracies and Conspiracy Theories 10th April 2020, 05:20 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 4,717
Posted By Speedskater
What a mix of facts, misinformation and...

What a mix of facts, misinformation and speculation.
Forum: Science, Mathematics, Medicine, and Technology 8th April 2020, 11:46 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,665
Posted By Speedskater
A recent US TV science show on Pluto, talked...

A recent US TV science show on Pluto, talked about Hubble only getting photos with less than 100 pixel resolution.
Forum: Science, Mathematics, Medicine, and Technology 2nd March 2020, 06:13 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,960
Posted By Speedskater
A recent US PBS (Public Broadcast System) TV...

A recent US PBS (Public Broadcast System) TV 'Nature' show:

'Nature'
"The Mighty Weasel"

Season 38 Episode 12 | 53m 14s

Discover the truth about the infamous weasel, often associated with...
Forum: Science, Mathematics, Medicine, and Technology 19th December 2019, 06:26 AM
Replies: 314
Views: 36,416
Posted By Speedskater
In the USA the 15 & 20 Amp current ratings are...

In the USA the 15 & 20 Amp current ratings are for a continuous current for over 3 hours. The only likely items that might draw full current for that long are room heaters and lighting systems.
Forum: Science, Mathematics, Medicine, and Technology 17th December 2019, 06:46 AM
Replies: 314
Views: 36,416
Posted By Speedskater
While not as common as 15A receptacles, 15/20A...

While not as common as 15A receptacles, 15/20A receptacles are seen in kitchens, bathrooms & laundry rooms. That would be a 2400W max.
Forum: USA Politics 17th November 2019, 06:47 AM
Replies: 3,289
Views: 177,489
Posted By Speedskater
How can a witness interview last 4 to 6 hours,...

How can a witness interview last 4 to 6 hours, when they only have 5 to 10 minutes of information?
Forum: Science, Mathematics, Medicine, and Technology 19th June 2019, 04:14 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,745
Posted By Speedskater
I saw the Russian MIR a couple of times (a long...

I saw the Russian MIR a couple of times (a long time ago).
I saw the Shuttle leaving the ISS, they were some miles apart.
Forum: Science, Mathematics, Medicine, and Technology 4th January 2019, 06:34 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 1,934
Posted By Speedskater
How many satellites (all nations) are orbiting...

How many satellites (all nations) are orbiting the Moon right now?
Forum: Science, Mathematics, Medicine, and Technology 16th November 2018, 02:45 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,790
Posted By Speedskater
I was only 25 minutes old when the Pearl Harbor...

I was only 25 minutes old when the Pearl Harbor attack started, so I don't remember much about it. But over the decades, I have talked to several older people that remember being in a movie theater...
Forum: Science, Mathematics, Medicine, and Technology 28th September 2018, 05:27 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,652
Posted By Speedskater
I think that the Earth getting hit by a small...

I think that the Earth getting hit by a small planet and then how quickly the Moon formed is rather interesting.
Forum: Science, Mathematics, Medicine, and Technology 28th February 2018, 12:57 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 2,255
Posted By Speedskater
NBC Sports and science don't mix all that well....

NBC Sports and science don't mix all that well. One graphic showed the angle of the blade and leg, ignoring the center of gravity.

I was using 'lateral acceleration' from an automobile motor...
Forum: Science, Mathematics, Medicine, and Technology 20th February 2018, 06:01 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 2,255
Posted By Speedskater
Yes, that's a skater's theoretical turn radius....

Yes, that's a skater's theoretical turn radius. while the marker block's radius is 8 meters. I get to layout short tracks three times a year (3 sheets of ice). The theoretical skater's path is 111.11...
Forum: Science, Mathematics, Medicine, and Technology 19th February 2018, 01:18 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 2,255
Posted By Speedskater
Lateral Acceleration in G's

From Olympic Speedskating what is the lateral acceleration in G's ?
Speed :: 17.3 meters per second
Turn radius :: 30 meters
Both are best guess estimates.
Forum: Science, Mathematics, Medicine, and Technology 30th January 2018, 06:57 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,133
Posted By Speedskater
To drop a DC power source a few volts, just put a...

To drop a DC power source a few volts, just put a few power diodes in series with the load. Each diode will drop the voltage about 0.7V. If you put them in backwards no problem, just no output...
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