A recurrent problem with flight simulation is the huge cost and space requirements necessary for 6 axis motion control. As a result, motion controlled flight simulation is out of the realm for most, short of the airlines, or the exceedingly dedicated and well funded hobbyist. A proposed flight simulator of the future would use 1.8 [...]

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Canon EOS EF Lenses from film cameras can be used in Canon digital cameras which use EF-S lenses… sort of. They are not 100% interchangeable. A couple bid deal issues which must be considered. EF lenses from Canon film cameras will work on Canon digital cameras that use EF-S lenses, the reverse however is not [...]

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Overall formula is risk=probability*consequences Human Factors Such works quite well in and of itself, however human factors must also enter in. Such is why the TSA actions are not justifiable based upon probability and consequences alone.. and also why cargo containers, trains, and mass transit are not subject to the same criteria airport gate areas [...]

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In my previous post on technology now and then, I alluded to the issue of tax policy encouraging offshore rather than on shore manufacturing. Its a complex issue, full of nuances… it is very real, but also very easy to spin. From a high level point of view, it would seem our max corporate rates [...]

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