Equipment Update and Cable Management Overview
Don Jones provided an update on the status of equipment upgrades and cable management tasks for June 6, 2024. The tech team removed enclosures with Simona's help, worked on soldering connectors, discussed cable layout with colleagues, and had undergraduates assisting on site. Initiatives included de
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Vermitechnology and Composting: Sustainable Waste Management Solutions
Solid waste management is crucial in the face of increasing urbanization. Composting and vermitechnology offer natural and effective ways to treat organic waste, with earthworms playing a key role in bioconversion processes. Utilizing organic wastes like animal manure, crop residues, and food waste,
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Latest Updates on NA62 Straw Electronics and Services
In the latest developments for NA62 straw electronics and services, progress has been made on wiring chambers with HV, LV, and data cables. However, adjustments are still needed for crates and connectors. Installation of VME crates has begun, with relocation plans to compensate for cable lengths. Is
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LTU+TTCex System Status and Installation Overview
Detailed status updates, notes, and images regarding the LTU+TTCex system setup, clock distribution, final partitions, hardware installation, firmware and software updates, and DIM servers running on VME processors. The content covers the system's functionality, issues, to-dos, and upgrades as of Se
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Overview of ICARUS LAr-TPC Installation and Testing
Detailed overview of the installation and testing procedures for the ICARUS Liquid Argon Time Projection Chamber (LAr-TPC) readout electronics. The system comprises front-end amplifiers, ADC systems, optical links for data transmission, mini-crates housing the electronics boards, power supplies, and
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Migration Story: From VME/RTEMS to Industrial PC/LinuxRT
Explore the migration journey from VME/RTEMS to Industrial PC/LinuxRT at the EPICS Collaboration Meeting in May 2015. Highlights include the shift to Linux for controls, building embedded real-time systems, LinuxRT considerations, current status, open issues, and future outlook.
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Engineering Mechanics Overview and Problem-Solving Techniques
Explore the fundamental concepts of Engineering Mechanics with references from "Mechanics of Materials: An Integrated Learning System" by Timothy A. Philpot. Learn about approved calculators, problem-solving documentation, free body diagrams (FBDs), and centroids. Enhance your understanding of coord
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Ancient Maps and Alignments: A Journey Through History
Explore a collection of ancient maps and alignments, from Sumerian maps dating back to 1500 B.C. to the precise compass orientation of the Great Pyramid of Giza. Delve into the mysteries of the underworld as painted on an Egyptian coffin from 2000 B.C. Witness the evolution of cartography with the f
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Moon Buggy Programming Challenge with Variables
Dive into a lunar adventure with the moon buggy simulation. Add crates of rocks to the buggy while using variables to track the collection count. Explore algorithms, main activities, and extension experiments to enhance your coding skills. Test your understanding through a plenary session discussing
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KLM Crate Utilization Belle Crate Configuration Overview
The KLM Crate Utilization Belle Crate Configuration involves reusing locations with specific changes: removal of endcap 6U crates, installation of new 9U (COPPER) crates for endcap and barrel scintillators, and relocation of ARICH and TOP FTSW to 8 crates each. Check out the detailed changes and con
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Update on TPC Electronics Activities - July 2019
The upcoming short-term activities for ICARUS WA104 meeting on July 17th, 2019, at TPC Electronics include installation of cables, refurbishment of defective modules, and addressing excess noise issues in mini-crates. Detailed plans for interventions at FNAL from July 24th onwards involve repair act
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