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Wednesday, January 9, 2008

FA Cup Third Round - Possible Upsets

Surprisingly, there are no "all premiership" ties for the third round and has set up more "Championship vs premiership" matches than usual. Championship sides awarded a home tie against premiership opposition have a good winning record in recent seasons and here are a few matches where an "upset" could be on the cards:

WBA vs Reading @ 3.40
Reading top the Championship table and are unbeaten away from home this season, winning nine and drawing five so far. Comparatively, the Baggies are hovering just above the premiership relegation zone.

Sheff Wed @ 4.00 vs Charlton
Alan Curbishleys side have a dismal record in the FA cup against lower opposition, last season losing to Leicester, 2003/04 losing away at Gillingham and at home to Walsall in 2001/02. The Owls are finding life in the Championship tough and will do well to avoid relegation but a possible cup scalp could provide a welcome distraction.

Norwich @ 2.75 vs West Ham
Relegated from the premiership last season, Norwich were expected to storm the division and return to the top flight at the first time of asking. This hasnt happened but the Canaries are pressing for a play-off place. West Ham have had a solid season, sitting comfortably in the top 10 after their promotion in May, but will be without the injured Danny Gabbidon and may find their FA cup campaign is a short one.

Ipswich @ 3.20 vs Portsmouth
Perrenial promotion contenders Ipswich Town are finding life hard this season and the new strike pairing of Sam Parkin and Nick Forster have not been firing on all cylinders. However, they will be up for the visit of Harry Redknapps Portsmouth who are in dire straits in the premiership and have won just twice on the road this season.

Watford @ 3.40 vs Bolton
Watford are mounting a surprise promotion challenge under new manager Adrian Boothroyd while Bolton are having another remarkable season and are in touching distance of a Champions League spot. However, the Trotters do not have the largest of squads and their extended involvement in the UEFA cup may sap energy levels even further.

Hull @ 3.60 vs Aston Villa
Hull have found the step up to the Championship difficult following two successive promotions but are clear of the relegation places. They have been generally solid at home while opponents Aston Villa have been diabolical on their travels, winning just twice in the league and demolishing Wycombe 8-3 in the Carling cup.

Millwall @ 4.00 vs Everton
After finishing 10th in the Championship the last two seasons and appearing in the final of the 2003/04 FA cup, Millwall find themselves rooted to the bottom of the table. After last seasons heroics, Everton have themselves under achieved this term and have also flirted with relegation. Millwall held fellow struggling Birmingham to a 2-2 draw after extra time, losing on penalties, in the Carling cup earlier this season and will fancy their chances against the Toffees.

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Nanomechanical Computers

The world is shrinking into a global village as the horizon of technology expand.It is a hybrid field of applied science and technology. Nanotechnology focuses on manipulating atoms individually and placing them in a pattern to produce a desired structure. It is diverse field that has various branches colloidal science, applied physics, material science, supramolecular chemistry, device physics and even electrical and mechanical engineering. Nanotechnology uses two main approaches, known as to-up and bottom-down approaches.

In the "top-down" approach, the nano-objects are assembled from larger molecular objects without atomic-level control. In the "bottom-up" approach, materials and devices are built from molecular components which constructs chemically by the principles of molecular recognition. Instances of nanotechnology in recent use are the production of polymers based on molecular structure, and the design of computer chip layouts based on surface science. When the nanotechnology is implemented in image analysis software, some computers are able to study a consumers body language and, with exact programming can precisely understand a person's position, impatience and diverse facial expressions like frowning, smiling or scowling.

Human skin has the ability of broadcasting the electric signals which can be used as a method of transmission, researchers have already been able to develop computers that are designed with nano sensors that have the strange ability to 'see' and 'hear' the people using them in reality. Nanotechnology would facilitate manufacturing of new generation of computer components with massive storage capacity. In the field of computer science, there is something called as Moore's Law which states that, in layman's terms, the processing abilities of the basic computer chip have been increasing exponentially to a greater heights every eighteen months since their inception.

The evolution of the computers clearly shows us that mechanical computing tradition was not completely abandoned. In 1990, University of Minnesota engineers fabricated an entire family of micromechanical digital logic devices, including electrostatically-actuated linear sliding micron mechanical logic elements limited to a one-dimensional track, suitable for low speed radiation-hard digital works in an environment hostile to the electronic devices to operate. Perhaps the best-characterized mechanical nanocomputer is Drexler's rod logic design which is though not yet built. In this model, one sliding rod with a knob interconnects at first a second knobbed sliding rod at right angles. Based upon the location of the first rod, the second may be able to move, or unable to move. This straightforward blocking contact serves as the basis for logical operations.

There has been a lot of research work going on this for the betterment of the mankind. In a press meet to Journal of Applied Sciences Hewlett-Packard said that their scientists have invented an alternative to eventually replace the transistors in computers. This was demonstrated by their Quantum Science research group. They have invented a "crossbar latch," which supplies the signal restoration and inversion necessary for general computing without the need for transistors.

Quantum physics has shown that immortality has now become a reality. Every one of us, need to take a come across this bigger picture and make a decision how we feel about it, and where we fit in.

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Keene's Pointe - Magnificent Living in Windermere, FL

Have you ever dreamed of waking up each morning to the beauty of magnificent tranquil lakes, nature preserves that are home to an abundance of wildlife, and where you are surrounded by all of the amenities that exude southern charm, luxury, and grace? Imagine, if you will, the place where your home is your castle, your children grow up surrounded by friends, laughter, and safety, and your backyard is a virtual environmental habitat for Gopher Tortoises, Herons, Egrets, Bald Eagles, and Woodpeckers.

Now, envision yourself dining in the finest luxurious private country club, where elegance is served daily beneath the overlooking Magnolia Trees. A place where your dreams of relaxing while you play on one of the most prestigious golf courses in the nation is not just a reality; its your backyard.

Allow me to introduce you to this gem called, Keenes pointe. located in Windermere, FL. Keenes pointe is luxury living at its finest. Nestled between the Butler chain Lakes, Keenes pointe offers a degree of living not found in other communities. Community is more than where you live; it is whom you interact with on a daily basis. That is why Keenes Pointes residents enjoy more than elegant luxury living but they also enjoy close relationships with one another. Through the variety of activities provided, you are sure to make life long friendships at Keenes pointe.

For example, the exclusive Golden Bear Club features four lighted tennis courts, a 2,250 square foot fitness center, superb swimming pool, and community events to ensure that your life is filled with fun, laughter, and friends. The splendid Golden Bear Grille Room overlooks the lake and gazebo. luxury homes dont get any better than this. Youll enjoy exquisite dining, served by an expert wait staff, and plenty of activities that the whole family will enjoy.

And it gets better! Not only is Keenes pointe the central hub for fabulous living, it also features the magnificent Jack Nicklaus Signature golf Course, which has been esteemed one of the top golf courses in America. The exclusively private golf club is the perfect setting for the novice golfer as well as the professional. The 18-hole course is set in the midst of mighty Oak trees and surrounded by tranquil lakes, adding to its serenity and appeal.

Windermere, Fl is in the heart of Central florida, on the outskirts of orlando. With its exclusivity, Keenes pointe offers regal luxury homes that are just miles from Walt Disney world, Sea world, Universal orlando, and many more popular attractions. Windermeres location to Orlando makes it the perfect location for families.

Keenes pointe consists of 14 neighborhoods, each that utilize their own unique and distinctive architecture. A team of Central Floridas top builders crafts these luxury homes. You can select homes in the Spanish Colonial design, from the prestigious Muirfield Village collection. luxury homes such as The Fernando, are showcased in the collection and boast over 4,200 square feet, generous 2 stories, beautiful swimming pool and spa, 5 bedrooms, 4 baths, and exceptional amenities. With over twelve builders to choose from, you know that your luxury home will be constructed with expert craftsmanship. At Keenes pointe, your dreams of luxury living will come true.

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