http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/science/nature/8534969.stm
http://blogs.discovermagazine.com/80beats/2010/02/26/tattoo-removing-lasers-also-remove-grime-from-classic-works-of-art/
Ever thought about the tool that removes your unwanted tattoos? Well, did you know that it also removes dirt and grime from old famous paintings from centuries ago? Amazingly enough, that this laser ablation will be able to clean the masterpieces of art history. Not only canvases, but they can clean stone and metal artifacts. They have already cleaned Lorenzo Ghiberti’s gilded bronze panels Porta del Paradiso, or Gate of Paradise, and Donatello’s Renaissance bronze statue of David. Laser ablation is going to be a widespread for our precious ancient art. Even cleaning with a laser ablation is extremely more safer than a scapel cutting the layer grime or using chemicals. The reason why they would use a laser ablation than those traditional ones because chemicals makes reactions on the paintings. Within a year or so it could drastically altar the paintings. The laser ablation doesn't harm the painting as much as the traditional cleaning methods. Unless the user of the laser ablation is unexperienced then it can be quite harmful for the masterpiece. Dr. Siano mentions that this useful technique is not considered a micro-sandblasting which he is the professor of the Restoration School of the Opificio delle Pietre Dure in Florence. Such miraculous idea, there is always a downfall. When used for stone or metal, it became a little discolored. They solved it by letting the artifact underwater and applying the laser. Interestingly, it increased the rate of the laser. Especially archaeological silver and developed a mineral shell. Some would call it a micro-fragmentation or the micro-explosion. Hopefully in the future, they wish the laser ablation would be an accepted technique across the world.
In my personal opinion, I think it's a great idea to save our lovable artwork. I have a certain aspect with artwork. The art that is considered such a masterpiece should not be altered since dirt and grime is a natural occurance on artifacts. I would leave it alone. I love art as much as the next guy, but there is no reason for this obsession-compulsive disorder for art and it's history. When the art is not visible anymore then cleaning should be a must but we should not clean everything that we see fit. I hope they wont go into a spring cleaning with this outbreak of saving one of Donatello's artwork.
Sunday, February 28, 2010
Sunday, February 21, 2010
Article Blog 6
http://www.popsci.com/technology/article/2010-02/tiny-armored-car-unveiled-indias-newest-anti-terror-weapon
http://www.dailymirror.ph/Feb-2010/Feb1910/week3.html
India has come up with a new type of vehicle. It is not for civilians like the Tata Nano. An armored car that is small enough to fit through the elevators and narrow hallways. It's called the ATAC. It's sold for $45,000 and the manufacturer is Metaltech Motor Bodies Pvt Ltd. The armor is not just bulletproof but also grenade proof. The window, crazy as this sounds, is also grenade proof. It was originally created for terrorists' attacks. The design was inspired by the 2008 terror where an Islamic insurgent held off Indian commandos in two luxerious hotels. They killed seventeen security perssonels and one hundred sixty-six civilians. The car has four firing ports in case of return fire. It offers more protection than bunker shields which are carried by the S.W.A.T. team. The speed is fitted for this armored car, 15 miles per hour and when it is fully charged it can run up to 6 hours.
There has been many cars out there that are armored like the hummer, but the ATAC is fitted for the scenario that happens frequently with India. India is a great beautiful country, but around it's borders there are many extremist Islams. They are what we call, terrorist. They, the terrorist, has held many hostages, bombings, and outrageous rampage. Luckily, they came up with the ATAC and this should bring down the casualties in India. In the United States, we would not use this as often as the Indians. The major cities like New York or San Francisco would be the ideal area but it's not that special here. I know its nothing to spectacular in technology, but life is important. To me, anything that is created to save one another is the best idea and concern.
http://www.dailymirror.ph/Feb-2010/Feb1910/week3.html
India has come up with a new type of vehicle. It is not for civilians like the Tata Nano. An armored car that is small enough to fit through the elevators and narrow hallways. It's called the ATAC. It's sold for $45,000 and the manufacturer is Metaltech Motor Bodies Pvt Ltd. The armor is not just bulletproof but also grenade proof. The window, crazy as this sounds, is also grenade proof. It was originally created for terrorists' attacks. The design was inspired by the 2008 terror where an Islamic insurgent held off Indian commandos in two luxerious hotels. They killed seventeen security perssonels and one hundred sixty-six civilians. The car has four firing ports in case of return fire. It offers more protection than bunker shields which are carried by the S.W.A.T. team. The speed is fitted for this armored car, 15 miles per hour and when it is fully charged it can run up to 6 hours.
There has been many cars out there that are armored like the hummer, but the ATAC is fitted for the scenario that happens frequently with India. India is a great beautiful country, but around it's borders there are many extremist Islams. They are what we call, terrorist. They, the terrorist, has held many hostages, bombings, and outrageous rampage. Luckily, they came up with the ATAC and this should bring down the casualties in India. In the United States, we would not use this as often as the Indians. The major cities like New York or San Francisco would be the ideal area but it's not that special here. I know its nothing to spectacular in technology, but life is important. To me, anything that is created to save one another is the best idea and concern.
Sunday, February 7, 2010
Blog 4
http://www.hydrogencarsnow.com/blog2/index.php/hydrogen-vehicles/seymourpowell-aircruise-hydrogen-powered-airship-concept-unveiled/
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bP15Vgt55Gk
http://www.earthtechling.com/2010/02/traveling-the-luxury-skies-the-eco-friendly-deluxe-airship-way/
Seymourpowell is a British company who was commissioned by Samsung Construction and Trading to design a futuristic eco-friendly transportation unit. They come up with a hotel aircruise, similar to an air balloon, that is uses natural resources and hydrogen. The hotel would be able to go to 90 miles per hour. The design for the aircruise is meant for only 100 passengers who are willing to stay in a luxerious hotel. The build is about 800 feet tall floating above beautiful landscapes and through large cities. There would be ten apartments. It would have a bar, lounging and dining. If the project is a go, hopefully this will be out by 2015. There are some concept design images of the hotel which i posted it as a link.
In my honest opinion, I like the idea of a futuristic air-transportation luxery hotel. I can imagine myself enjoying my dinner while watching us rise over the Taj Mahal or relaxing in the lounge area while we float around the Tibet mountain. I know I'll end up being broke, but the trip seems to be worth every penny. I'm in dire hope to see this project end up doing well so I can be still young enough to experience it. 90 miles per hour is perfect just to relax and enjoy the view of nature. The con is, most people do not have that much time to be lollygagging. To me, the hotel would only be a vacation or a honeymoon, but nothing else. Surely, it was built for adults only since their concepts shows very exquisite furniture and appliances. So I would not bring any children. Since there are apartment as well as a hotel, it can be boisterous and exasperating to the residents since the hotel would be filled with rich drunks. Overall, I must say if Britain can come up with a hydrogen eco-friendly hotel that travels through natural resources then I will have money put down to see this.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bP15Vgt55Gk
http://www.earthtechling.com/2010/02/traveling-the-luxury-skies-the-eco-friendly-deluxe-airship-way/
Seymourpowell is a British company who was commissioned by Samsung Construction and Trading to design a futuristic eco-friendly transportation unit. They come up with a hotel aircruise, similar to an air balloon, that is uses natural resources and hydrogen. The hotel would be able to go to 90 miles per hour. The design for the aircruise is meant for only 100 passengers who are willing to stay in a luxerious hotel. The build is about 800 feet tall floating above beautiful landscapes and through large cities. There would be ten apartments. It would have a bar, lounging and dining. If the project is a go, hopefully this will be out by 2015. There are some concept design images of the hotel which i posted it as a link.
In my honest opinion, I like the idea of a futuristic air-transportation luxery hotel. I can imagine myself enjoying my dinner while watching us rise over the Taj Mahal or relaxing in the lounge area while we float around the Tibet mountain. I know I'll end up being broke, but the trip seems to be worth every penny. I'm in dire hope to see this project end up doing well so I can be still young enough to experience it. 90 miles per hour is perfect just to relax and enjoy the view of nature. The con is, most people do not have that much time to be lollygagging. To me, the hotel would only be a vacation or a honeymoon, but nothing else. Surely, it was built for adults only since their concepts shows very exquisite furniture and appliances. So I would not bring any children. Since there are apartment as well as a hotel, it can be boisterous and exasperating to the residents since the hotel would be filled with rich drunks. Overall, I must say if Britain can come up with a hydrogen eco-friendly hotel that travels through natural resources then I will have money put down to see this.
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