Roll on two: Ambiguous energies in Stephen King’s The Shining, The Green Mile and Revival

2021 ◽  
Vol 12 (2) ◽  
pp. 205-220 ◽  
Author(s):  
Helena Bacon
Keyword(s):  
Fuel Consumption ◽  
Human Life ◽  
Energy Functions

This article positions King as both heir to the literary romantics and arbiter of contemporary issues as located specifically within his representation of energy, and electricity in particular. Writing both within and beyond horror, King both characterizes and creates energic structures that reflect both romantic aesthetic conceptualizations of electricity and modern concerns regarding its generation and fuel consumption more generally. By examining how The Shining (1977), The Green Mile (1996) and Revival (2014) present energy and also formally generate it, I will explore a little attended to element of King’s work and identify how energy functions ambiguously within these texts, materializing both horror and hope, bringing about both the conclusion and continuation of human life. I will also explore how the particular spaces this power is located within both channel and amplify it, King’s work here a surprising textual conduit for our fascination with, reliance on and fear of energy and the ongoing problems and potentialities alive within it.

The Use of Polymer Nanocomposites in the Aerospace and the Military/Defence Industries

2021 ◽  
pp. 323-356
Author(s):  
Emmanuel Rotimi Sadiku ◽  
Oluranti Agboola ◽  
Mokgaotsa Jonas Mochane ◽  
Victoria Oluwaseun Fasiku ◽  
Shesan John Owonubi ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Fuel Consumption ◽  
Polymer Nanocomposites ◽  
Co2 Emissions ◽  
Human Life ◽  
Military Medicine ◽  
Aircraft Structures ◽  
Military Vehicles ◽  
Military Applications ◽  
The Military ◽  
Military Drones

Previously, applications of composites were limited to the military aerospace. This is because civilian aircraft with composites inclusions was considered to be too expensive. The use of composite in aircrafts, instead of steel, has resulted in lightweight aircraft structures and has consequently reduced the level of fuel consumption and costs of fuel, thereby reducing CO2 emissions. Undoubtedly, nanocomposites applications abound in several aspects of human life and the use of nanoparticle in materials dates back to the understanding of the nature of these materials. This chapter will focus on the use of nanopolymers in the aerospace and in the military. Particular attention will be given to nano military weapons, nanocoating for military applications, nanotechnology for military drones, nanotechnology in military suits, gloves, boots and nanotechnology in armored military vehicles, aircraft, and military ships and in military medicine.

scholarly journals Analisis Bahan Bakar Campuran Methanol dengan Minyak Jarak terhadap Performa Engine 0S 4.6LA Pesawat Terbang Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV)

2021 ◽  
Vol 3 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Sotya Anggroro
Keyword(s):  
Fuel Consumption ◽  
Unmanned Aerial Vehicle ◽  
Castor Oil ◽  
Human Life ◽  
Fuel Efficiency ◽  
Engine Performance ◽  
Test Engine ◽  
Aerial Vehicle ◽  
Stroke Engine ◽  
Engine Type

Technological progress is evidenced by the creation of sophisticated equipment made to simplify human life. One of the advanced equipment continuously developed is an uncrewed aircraft called the Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV). This study used an Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) Super Heavy aircraft with a two-stroke engine type OS 4.6 LA where the two-stroke engine requires fuel which can also lubricate the piston while operating. The purpose of this research is to make an alternative fuel with a mixture of methanol and castor oil where castor oil has flammable properties like fuel in general but can provide better lubrication. In this research, an analysis of the mixture of methanol and castor oil will be carried out on engine performance and fuel consumption of an Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) aircraft with an engine type OS 4.6 LA. This research aims to compare methanol and castor oil with a ratio of 3:1 and 4:1, then test engine performance and fuel consumption. The results confirm that a 4: 1 mixture is the best performer with a stationary rotation of 4184 rpm, an idle rotation of 7344 rpm, and an acceleration rotation or the highest rotation of 12649 rpm. Then the fuel efficiency in the idle position with a flight time of 9.00 minutes consumes 100 ml of fuel, or in other words, the fuel consumption is 11.11 ml/minute.

The Use of Polymer Nanocomposites in the Aerospace and the Military/Defence Industries

2019 ◽  
pp. 316-349 ◽  
Author(s):  
Emmanuel Rotimi Sadiku ◽  
Oluranti Agboola ◽  
Mokgaotsa Jonas Mochane ◽  
Victoria Oluwaseun Fasiku ◽  
Shesan John Owonubi ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Fuel Consumption ◽  
Polymer Nanocomposites ◽  
Co2 Emissions ◽  
Human Life ◽  
Military Medicine ◽  
Aircraft Structures ◽  
Military Vehicles ◽  
Military Applications ◽  
The Military ◽  
Military Drones

Previously, applications of composites were limited to the military aerospace. This is because civilian aircraft with composites inclusions was considered to be too expensive. The use of composite in aircrafts, instead of steel, has resulted in lightweight aircraft structures and has consequently reduced the level of fuel consumption and costs of fuel, thereby reducing CO2 emissions. Undoubtedly, nanocomposites applications abound in several aspects of human life and the use of nanoparticle in materials dates back to the understanding of the nature of these materials. This chapter will focus on the use of nanopolymers in the aerospace and in the military. Particular attention will be given to nano military weapons, nanocoating for military applications, nanotechnology for military drones, nanotechnology in military suits, gloves, boots and nanotechnology in armored military vehicles, aircraft, and military ships and in military medicine.

Biosecurity: tools, behaviours and concepts

2020 ◽  
Vol 4 (5) ◽  
pp. 449-452
Author(s):  
Alan MacLeod ◽  
Nicola Spence
Keyword(s):  
Plant Protection ◽  
Human Life ◽  
Animal Health ◽  
Early Warning Systems ◽  
Policy Makers ◽  
Recent Developments ◽  
Surveillance Programs ◽  
Harmful Organisms ◽  
The One ◽  
Biosecurity Practices

COVID 19 has raised the profile of biosecurity. However, biosecurity is not only about protecting human life. This issue brings together mini-reviews examining recent developments and thinking around some of the tools, behaviours and concepts around biosecurity. They illustrate the multi-disciplinary nature of the subject, demonstrating the interface between research and policy. Biosecurity practices aim to prevent the spread of harmful organisms; recognising that 2020 is the International Year of Plant Health, several focus on plant biosecurity although invasive species and animal health concerns are also captured. The reviews show progress in developing early warning systems and that plant protection organisations are increasingly using tools that compare multiple pest threats to prioritise responses. The bespoke modelling of threats can inform risk management responses and synergies between meteorology and biosecurity provide opportunities for increased collaboration. There is scope to develop more generic models, increasing their accessibility to policy makers. Recent research can improve pest surveillance programs accounting for real-world constraints. Social science examining individual farmer behaviours has informed biosecurity policy; taking a broader socio-cultural approach to better understand farming networks has the potential to change behaviours in a new way. When encouraging public recreationists to adopt positive biosecurity behaviours communications must align with their values. Bringing together the human, animal, plant and environmental health sectors to address biosecurity risks in a common and systematic manner within the One Biosecurity concept can be achieved through multi-disciplinary working involving the life, physical and social sciences with the support of legislative bodies and the public.

Workload Perception of Air Traffic Control Officers and Pilots During Continuous Descent Operations Approach Procedures

2019 ◽  
Vol 9 (1) ◽  
pp. 2-11
Author(s):  
Marina Efthymiou ◽  
Frank Fichert ◽  
Olaf Lantzsch
Keyword(s):  
Fuel Consumption ◽  
Traffic Control ◽  
Air Traffic Control ◽  
Negative Impact ◽  
Air Traffic ◽  
Reduce Fuel Consumption ◽  
Total Load ◽  
Open Path

Abstract. The paper examines the workload perceived by air traffic control officers (ATCOs) and pilots during continuous descent operations (CDOs), applying closed- and open-path procedures. CDOs reduce fuel consumption and noise emissions. Therefore, they are supported by airports as well as airlines. However, their use often depends on pilots asking for CDOs and controllers giving approval and directions. An adapted NASA Total Load Index (TLX) was used to measure the workload perception of ATCOs and pilots when applying CDOs at selected European airports. The main finding is that ATCOs’ workload increased when giving both closed- and open-path CDOs, which may have a negative impact on their willingness to apply CDOs. The main problem reported by pilots was insufficient distance-to-go information provided by ATCOs. The workload change is important when considering the use of CDOs.

Human Life Is Group Life

1980 ◽  
Vol 25 (5) ◽  
pp. 416-417
Author(s):  
HOWARD B. ROBACK
Keyword(s):  
Human Life ◽  
Group Life

The Possibilities of Human Life within the Antarctic

1900 ◽  
Vol 49 (1277supp) ◽  
pp. 20465-20466
Author(s):  
Frederick A. Cook
Keyword(s):  
Human Life ◽  
The Antarctic
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