Recent content by ChiralWaltz

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    Today I Learned

    Robert Lucky came up with the idea of an adaptive filter at a stop light.
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    Tech's "Magic Hat" Project: Detecting Emotion via EEG

    I see what you mean. Like an emotional governor. Maybe Happy could give you a speed booster?
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    Tech's "Magic Hat" Project: Detecting Emotion via EEG

    I have been away on a bit of hiatus to explore the world of electrical engineering. I got mixed up with the signal processing crowd. Before I knew it, I was a research assistant in a Brain Computer Interfacing Lab. We use brainwave (EEG) signals to operate devices. This conversation may be...
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    Is Increasing Inequality Acceptable If Everyone Benefits?

    I have never found giving money away to be the solution to a problem. It may make us feel good in the short run but does not work in the long run. In the US, programs are available for low income households. One has to make a certain amount to be eligible for them. The problem is that once they...
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    Find the Pattern in 3+6+12+20+30 +n

    If someone were to utter that, I would enthusiastically test values. N=4 1+1(1+1) = 3 1+2(2+1) = 7 o_O 1+3(3+1) = 13 :( 1+4(4+1) = 21 :L Then I would be disappointed and confused as to if I was doing the problem right.
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    Find the Pattern in 3+6+12+20+30 +n

    Thanks for the link. I have no idea what the reply was telling me. I'm pretty sure the 3 should be a 2 also.
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    Find the Pattern in 3+6+12+20+30 +n

    Homework Statement Write a loop in C for to sum the following sequence 3+6+12+20+30+...nth. Homework Equations n/a The Attempt at a Solution I have tried to factor but there are no common factors between 3 and 20 other than 1. 2*5=10------->10+20=30 2*4=8--------->8+12=20...
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    Why Would Someone Choose PV NRT for a License Plate?

    Under Pressure with David Bowie and Freddie Mercury is a classic. Hg's vocals have a way of relieving the pressure.
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    How do you feel about cheating in school?

    I do not endorse cheating. I turned in some incomplete homework today despite having access to copy the material. It would not have felt right if I did. It could get me into the habit of not finishing my work and relying copying the solutions. It is frustrating to have classmates who turn in...
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    Why did this vision of the future never came to be?

    http://io9.com/meet-the-eight-astounding-finalists-of-darpas-robotics-1489520533 What kind of robots are you talking about Russ?
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    Wrist Pain from Writing Constantly

    I prefer a tight grip also. You may want to look into Pencil pillows made from gel. They are comfortable if you are going to be writing for extended periods of time. I use them for my finger tips where I grip the pencil rather than my wrists. It may be worth a try.
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    Blackboards vs. Whiteboards: A Scientist's Perspective

    I prefer whiteboards. The colors are more vibrant and dots are easier to draw. I don't like having to uncap them but it is a small cost for what is gained.
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    Finding the charge when three charges are in equilibrium

    Try drawing and labeling the forces on q2. Then set up your equation based on those forces, charges and distances.
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    How does perspective affect what we see?

    I see what is on the other side of you. What I observe on the other side changes depending on where I'm positioned.
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    How does perspective affect what we see?

    When you think small like that, I can see right through you.