The author describes the lead-up to the tragic 1955 Le Mans disaster, highlighting the incredible speeds reached by drivers like Juan Manuel Fangio in his Mercedes-Benz 300 SLR. Mercedes’ controversial “wind brake” system caused confusion among rivals, and the nationalistic tensions between British driver Mike Hawthorn and German powerhouse Mercedes added another layer of drama. […]
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@smoores/epub is a Node.js library that allows users to inspect, modify, and create EPUB 3 publications. The library primarily focuses on providing access to the metadata, manifest, and spine of EPUB publications, which are essential components of the format. Users can interact with the library through various APIs, ranging from higher level functions that abstract […]
The author recounts their journey of creating a shooting gallery game using inexpensive programmable microprocessors, particularly the ESP32. They detail their experiments with infrared signals, lighting, power sources, and communication protocols. Surprising elements include using 18650 li-ion batteries, the efficient ESP-NOW communication protocol, and the process of creating modular targets with neon paper faces. The […]
McKinsey and Company has agreed to pay $650 million to settle federal probes into boosting sales of OxyContin for Purdue Pharma, an influential consulting company charged with crimes. Former McKinsey senior partner Martin Elling even obstructed justice to destroy company records. This landmark settlement includes considerations like refraining from future opioid-related work and facing closer […]
I built a robotic pen plotter with vision control, inspired by my new job. The process involved using stepper motors, 3D printing components, and troubleshooting PID controllers. I experimented with different motors and designs to get precise control and smooth movements. One of the challenges was stabilizing the arm to prevent wobbling. I focused on […]
In the latest version [2.0.4] of htmx, several enhancements and fixes were implemented. Notably, calling htmx.ajax with no target or source defaults to the body, nested shadow root issues were addressed, and the htmx:trigger event now properly fires on the synthetic load event without re-calling it. Boosted tags that issue a GET request with no […]
A unique basalt tablet with an enigmatic language was found near Lake Bashplemi in Georgia, featuring 60 symbols, with 39 being unique, arranged in seven registers. The symbols, resembling scripts from the Middle East and other distant areas, have puzzled researchers on their meaning. Crafted with precision using advanced tools, the tablet shows signs of […]
The author shares three shell scripts designed to help improve writing skills, inspired by a Ph.D. advisor who rewrote himself in bash. The scripts target common issues like passive voice, weasel words, and lexical illusions found in technical writing. The scripts aim to promote clarity and precision in writing by encouraging conscious choices in language […]
This year, three new superconductivity species were discovered, pushing the boundaries of our understanding. From the famous Cooper pairs to the recent twist in 2D materials creating magical superconductors, physicists are in awe. Unconventional superconductors in graphene, strange flickering events, and chiral superconductors are all shaking up the field. The ability to manipulate 2D materials […]
Farebox Fast RAPTOR is a Rust implementation focused on memory-constrained devices, utilizing Valhalla for transfers and routing. It offers multi-agency, timezone-aware routing without returning route shapes in itineraries. The project aims to enhance OpenTripPlanner for Headway as an infill service, using memory mapping for timetables for planet-wide coverage with low hosting costs. GTFS-RT support is […]