![]() ![]() I assume Sucker Punch did this for consistency's sake, but I would have preferred to see the whole game play out at the faster frame-rate. All cutscenes now run at a properly frame-paced 30 frames per second, which is interesting as the PS4 version running under backwards compatibility always ran the engine-driven cinematics at 60fps, with only the video sequences at 30fps. On top of that, what were previously pre-rendered video cinematics on PS4 are now generated in real-time on PS5, opening the door to proper lip-sync animations with the Japanese soundtrack. Watch on YouTube Our original look at the back-compat plus upgrades for Ghost of Tsushima on PlayStation 5. On top of that, 3D audio and DualSense haptics are deployed. They're welcome nonetheless: the developer taps into the storage capabilities of PS5 more effectively, meaning that the already very fast loading is now instant. That's not to say that Sucker Punch hasn't made improvements elsewhere - it's just that their impact is somewhat limited. The key improvement over PS4 is the bump to 60 frames per second, and that's still present running the original PS4 Pro game under backwards compatibility on the new console. There are further changes beyond this but the bump from 1800p to 2160p is the key addition really - and while you do get extra clarity, it's not exactly a game-changing improvement. It's 60 frames per second locked to the point where dropping back to the frame-rate mode seems to be pointless. Performance on both modes is essentially identical. Dynamic resolution scaling can't be ruled out, but everything we've seen and tested so far does indicate a fixed resolution. The frame-rate option sticks to the 1800p checkerboard presentation seen on the PS4 version running under backwards compatibility, while the resolution option sees pixel counts bumped to full 2160p checkerboard, for added clarity. In both modes, it seems that Ghost of Tsushima retains the checkerboarding mode used in the PS4 Pro version of the game, with both targeting 60 frames per second. Two graphics modes are availability, one which favours frame-rate and the other more interesting option that targets a higher resolution. Watch on YouTube Here's the Digital Foundry video overview of the PlayStation 5 upgrades for Ghost of Tsushima. ![]() The cost of this varies according to territory and whether you pre-order or not (pre-ordering gives a discounted £16/$20 price) and it gives players access to the new content, including the Iki island expansion and the actual native PlayStation 5 version of the game - and that's where we're focusing our commentary. The rest of the Director's Cut content - including the full PS5 upgrade requires an investment from the user. ![]() That's the extent of the freebies - and if you're playing on PS5, you'll still be running the PS4 code under back-compat (the 60fps support remains, by the way). In addition, further controller layout options are added. The omission of this in the original game was a disappointment and compromised the quality of the combat, so it's great to see that the developer took the feedback on board and added in the feature. As part of the process, the original game receives a free patch to introduce a number of key enhancements, one of which we consider to be a major upgrade - the ability to enable a target lock-on. So, what has changed and how good are the upgrades?įirst of all, it's important to put the improvements to Ghost of Tsushima into two distinct categories. Today, in concert with a Director's Cut edition that includes bonus content, Tsushima has been updated once more - no longer is it running under backwards compatibility, now it's a fully armed and operational PS5 title, able to tap into the full horsepower of the machine. When PlayStation 5 launched in November last year, two Sony first-party developers - Bend Studio and Sucker Punch - tapped into the early cross-generation SDK, allowing Days Gone and Ghost of Tsushima to run at 60 frames per second, dramatically improving the experience. ![]()
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![]() ![]() They represented a new tool for what I called "conscious sensory exploration." *most closely resembled the psychedelic experience of DMT.Ģ. It seemed I had uncovered a natural gateway to the astral plane - no small discovery. More on this in chapter 8 (Time Travel) I noticed early on that when people experienced the glasses they were overwhelmed with levity and laughter and I could ask very complex questions and people were able to hyper focus their consciousness on very mystical thought patterns, as if teleporting into the world of memories and imagination, a kind of wonderland, second only to a psychedelic experience*. * Explain what is meant by "time travel" and the redefining of this term as a measure of motion and how one can speed up or slow down their own voyage through time by increasing or decreasing their levels of awareness. This multidimensional way of seeing became a fascination and building a philosophy and social mission around it became my art form. I called it Future Eyes and they were optical crystals for time travel* - they would later be called Kaleidoscope Glasses, wearable Crystal Vision. ![]() I was able to give myself this obsession. In December, 2011 an idea revealed itself and nothing at the time was more important than unravelling this vision. The invention of new experience is happening now. Naked in the morning sun, birds chirping melodies. The process of invention is happening everyday, the future is almost always in preparation, even stillness is preparation for something, even perhaps more stillness. Think the way a historian thinks and you will immediately be in the past. Think the way a futurist thinks and instantly you're in the future. * (this book is currently being written/edited) Kaleidoscope Glasses : The Inventor's Journalġ. notes before Introduction The best way to teleport through time is to evolve your mind. ![]() ![]() ![]() We keep the largest worldâ?s stock of clutches and brakes for machine tools and other industrial machines for everyone who wants to keep his machine in a good condition. Auto wire strippers are heavy duty and work best for stripping romex cables and medium-sized electrical wires. In our offer we have also spare parts for clutches and brakes:īrake & clutch discs (steel or friction discs), 2 Strip 1 inch of insulation off the toggle switch wires conductors using wire strippers. MC, FOSMS, MTKM, MSBM, MBM, MUOB, FUOBM, FOV, LKCF, FMV, FM, FMO, FMOK, FC, LCWA, LCF, LCW, LMS, FMOB, LMOBA, FZV, FZND, MZZ, MLZ, FOZ, MZOUL, HLWS, HLW, HLOK, HLDBW, HZV/PZVĮK, EB-EF, EB-ER, EBD, EK-ER, EKD, EKR, EKF, EKN Move the wires through the hole into the engine compartment. This reward offers you the opportunity to receive one CableKnife for 30 off the RRP in return for your generous pledge. Herewith you will find also the clutches of following manufacturers: STEELMAN Self-Adjusting Pistol Grip Wire Stripper and Cutter Tool for Electricians & Auto Techs, Cuts up to 14 Gauge, Strips 24-10 Gauge, Hardened Steel. Wire strippers are specialized tools designed to safely remove the outer insulation of a wire or cable. A wire stripper is a small, hand-held device used to strip the electrical insulation from electric wires. A length-stop setting ensures splices will be clean and uniform every time. ![]() They are used in the drives of machine tools, printing machines, gearboxes, cranes, winches. The self-adjusting wire stripper automatically sets itself to the proper wire gauge. A wire stripper boosts productivity for professional electricians, budding apprentices, and DIYers, but with a variety of models on the market, the best one depends on the wire the user is. Ortlinghaus clutches provide best performance in the smallest space. What this essentially means is that in a. If you click on links we provide, we may receive compensation. ultrasonic cleaners tools, cutters, tweezers, pliers, cable strippers.
![]() ![]() The Manta A was one of only a few Opel models sold in the US. The sales approach for the Opel line in the US market differed from Europe. The most notable special editions models based on the GT/E were the "Black Magic" (with black and plaid interior) and the "Swinger" edition in white, also with an odd interior choice. The GT/E was a fuel-injected version of the European 1.9 L and the performance figures were very impressive for the time. The one exception was the 1975 Opel, which offered the GT/E and a number of special editions based on the GT/E. Most were basic trim packages, the most popular being the "Berlinetta", which was similar to the Luxus but included rubber trim on the bumpers (standard on all 1973 US Opel Mantas), vinyl roof, and other miscellaneous features. ![]() The European market had a number of different versions. The Manta was known to be one of the best-handling cars in its class and went on to win a large number of rallies in Europe and the United States. The Manta came with either a four-speed manual or a three-speed TH-180 automatic. In the United States, only the largest, 1.9-litre, engine was offered. The Manta was normally equipped with a 1.6 or a 1.9-litre CIH engine, although in continental Europe, a small, 1.2-litre, motor was also offered. (In the UK the Ford Capri niche was contested, with only limited success, by Vauxhall's Firenza, based on the ageing Vauxhall Viva until 1975.) The Vauxhall and Opel models were subsequently sold side by side. In the UK market, the first Manta was sold only as an Opel: there was no Vauxhall-branded Manta (or Ascona) until after the launch, in 1975, of the Manta B1 and Ascona B as the Mark 1 Cavalier coupe and sports hatch (Manta) and saloon (Ascona). It took its name, and a few minor styling cues, from the Manta Ray concept car (1961), which also famously influenced the 1968 Chevrolet Corvette C3 (both Chevrolet and Opel had General Motors as their parent company). A competitor to the Ford Capri, it was a two-door "three-box" coupé, and featured distinctive round tail lights, quite similar to those on the Opel GT and which in fact were used on the GT in 1973, its final model year. The Manta A was released in September 1970, two months ahead of the then new Opel Ascona on which it was based. ![]() ![]() ![]() However, literature reviews and controlled trials in humans have not shown a specific benefit of chia seeds on cardiovascular risk factors including body weight, blood pressure, lipid levels, blood sugar, and inflammation. ![]() Food sources of ALA in these studies included whole grains, cooking oils, legumes, and soy.Īnimal studies have shown that chia seeds can beneficially affect cholesterol levels, weight loss, and increased satiety. The Cardiovascular Health Study cohort with more than 5000 men and women, ages 65 years and older, found a 50% lower risk of fatal ischemic heart disease with higher intakes of ALA. The Nurses’ Health Study found a 40% reduced risk of sudden cardiac death in women who ate the highest amounts of ALA. ![]() Few cohort studies include ALA plant sources of omega-3, but these oils are fairly common in the Asian diet. These fibers may help to lower LDL cholesterol and slow down digestion, which can prevent blood sugar spikes after eating a meal and promote a feeling of fullness.Ī large Chinese cohort of more than 63,000 individuals found that those with the highest intakes of omega-3 fatty acids from seafood and plant sources had a 17% reduced risk of cardiovascular mortality compared with those who had the lowest intakes. The fiber in chia seeds is mainly soluble fiber and mucilage, the substance responsible for the gluey texture of moistened chia seeds. In animal and human studies, omega-3 fatty acids have shown a beneficial effect on cardiovascular health (lowering cholesterol, regulating heart rhythms and blood pressure, preventing blood clots, decreasing inflammation). However, available research has been more favorable towards a diet containing omega-3-rich foods rather than on chia seeds alone. Sixty percent of the oil in chia seeds is from these omega-3 fatty acids. Of particular interest by researchers is chia seeds’ high content of alpha-linolenic (ALA) fatty acids. Chia Seeds and HealthĬhia seeds contain several components that, when eaten as part of a balanced plant-rich diet, may prevent the development of various chronic diseases. Chia seeds are a complete protein, containing all nine essential amino acids that cannot be made by the body. ![]() They are the richest plant source of omega-3 fatty acids. Two tablespoons of chia seeds (1 ounce or 28 grams) contain about 140 calories, 4 grams of protein, 11 grams of fiber, 7 grams of unsaturated fat, 18% RDA for calcium, and trace minerals including zinc and copper.
![]() ![]() Figure out how wide the shroud should be.Cardboards are a great way to quickly prototype parts like a PSU cover which can be difficult to visualize. A Sheet Bender or something that can bend the aluminum.Īfter you’ve gathered all these items, here is the method to make a DIY power supply shroud.Jigsaw or anything that can cut the aluminum. ![]() So, for making this do-it-yourself shroud, you will need: Since many modern power supplies come with a shroud built-in, you need to be certain that your setup doesn’t already have one before you put all your time in making the DIY shroud. Looking for a killer modular PSU? But your wallet is disagreeing with you? check our exclusive Budget Modular PSU. To find how to make some of the best DIY power supply shards, read this section carefully. Therefore, you can use whatever materials you prefer and make RGB shrouds, acrylic shrouds or many others. There is no fixed method for making a DIY PSU shroud. Noise will either bounce off of the bottom of the case or off of the shroud, either way it will bounce off of something.įacing a PSU Overheating problem, you can quickly fix it from our detailed guide. I am here to tell you that this is nothing but a misconception.Īs the PSU is facing down, it draws the air in from under the case and exhausts it out the back so there is literally no effect on the airflow, as I’ve said earlier.Īnother false misconception is that it makes the PSU noisy. On another note, a lot of users have reported that they often feel that having a shroud will have some damaging effects on the airflow. So, what’s the right way to install the power supply shroud? Well, if you’ve mounted the PSU while keeping the fan facing downwards, you’ve installed it perfectly. So, you can probably understand that a PSU shroud needs to be carefully handled if you want to prevent any sort of heating issues. However, if the PSU shroud is not installed properly, airflow could suffer heavily. As a result, there is neither an improvement to the airflow nor any damage. The main point of having a shroud is to improve the internal beauty of the power supply. Otherwise, go for one without any shroud if you like keeping all your cables out in the open.Īnother point to note is that for some people who own a PSU that generates a lot of heat during intense sessions, having a shroud will help keep temperatures low for sure. But before that, check out what PSU do you have. Whether you should get a power supply with or without a shroud totally depends on what you prefer.ĭo you like having a minimal and clean setup with cables hidden away? Go for a PSU with a shroud. However, people generally prefer having a power supply with a shroud to get rid of all the messy cables. Is It Good To Have a Power Supply Shroud?Ī shroud doesn’t improve the power supply in any noticeable way so it’s neither bad nor good to have a PSU shroud. Is It Good To Have a Power Supply Shroud?. ![]() ![]() There’s a lot to like about the design though as it flows effortlessly from one door pad to the other. That’s down to the way the dashboard has been designed with a prominent, bulging centre console. That said, the taller folks will find their knees brushing against the centre console and their hairdo rubbing against the roof lining. While reach adjust would’ve been good to have, we didn’t have issues getting into a comfortable driving position. The seat lets you manually adjust for height, angle and reach. The seats hold you well in place, and we’ve got no complains as far as support for the sides or the lower back is concerned. But, that’s a good thing - it won’t tire you out over longer journeys. The cushioning on the seat is a tad stiffer than what we've seen on the Duster. You tower over the dash and although you can't see the low-set nose, you do get a confidence-inspiring view of the road up ahead. Once you start getting comfortable in the front seats, you realise that the seating position is quite high. Pulling it out automatically kills off the electricals when the engine is switched off. In the car, the card can be parked in a slot on the centre console. The shape of the key makes it very pocketable, something we appreciate when out of the car. Sure, we've seen this with the Koleos and the Fluence years ago - but it still seems cool to have. There's no bulky key fob, but a sleek looking credit card-sized 'access card'. Getting inside the Captur is a bit of occasion. That's not necessarily a bad thing in our books, though. The tail lamps, the bumper and the windscreen all look like polished, grown-up version of the hatchback. There's quite a lot of customisation options on offer as well, which should give you the liberty to deck the Captur up the way you want to.įrom the rear, the Captur tries hard to shrug off the resemblance to the little Kwid. ![]() Keep in mind that the dual-tone combination will be an option. The two-tone is well-executed, and it's easy to see why Renault say the Captur was designed to sport a dual-tone paint scheme even since it was conceptualised. That said, the 17-inch wheels look classy, and the 215/60R17 tyres look just right sitting under the flared wheel arches. The design here has some understated French flair, which is going to be an acquired taste for most. ![]() The profile and the rear are a notch understated compared to the face. It also sits quite high up, with a healthy 210mm of ground clearance. While the curvy design does give you the illusion that the Captur is compact, it does have great road presence. It's got a bit of novelty on its side for now, and the bright orange colour our test car wore only aided the eye-ball grabbing. Lest, we forget, the Captur is also one of the longest and widest cars in the segment with the largest wheelbase too. Will you give it a second glance? Oh yes. ![]() Yes, it isn't as tall as a conventional boxy SUV, but there’s no doubt that it looks like a premium offering. We once parked it next to a Duster at a restaurant and were pleasantly surprised at how mature the Captur looked. But, spend some time with it and the edgy design grows on you. The latest model in Renault’s lineup is offered with a 5-year/150 000km mechanical warranty, a 3-year/45 000km service plan and a 6-year anti-corrosion warranty.The Captur's crossover design may not appeal to all at first glance. Related: Renault Megane RS Trophy R sets Hockenheim FWD record The Captur’s powerplant is mated to a 7-speed automatic transmission that utilizes the firm’s Efficiency Dual Clutch (EDC) technology. ![]() The Captur offers a claimed fuel economy figure of 6,6L/100km. In line with the utility aspect of Renault’s SUV offering, the boot space is measured at 404 litres which can be expanded on when rear seats are folded flat affording occupants 1 275 litres of cargo space.Īt the heart of the new Captur is a “Formula 1 inspired” 1,3-litre four-cylinder endowing the sporty SUV with 113 kW coupled with 270 N.m. The interior features a curved portrait-style 9,3-inch multimedia screen, fabric seats, and a slew of quality materials constituting the dashboard, door panels, and steering wheel. The interior is home to a floating centre console, which serves as one of the many features introduced that are a part of the Captur’s Smart Cockpit. ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() What if the member did not notify the provider of eligibility? If the issue is between the provider and the software vendor, billing agent or clearinghouse, this does not constitute an acceptable reason to be outside the timely filing period. What if the issue was with my vendor? Issues resulting in failure to transmit accurate and acceptable claims or failure to identify transmission errors in a timely manner must be addressed. The claim must be submitted, even if the result is a denial. Phone calls and other correspondence are not proof of timely filing. What if I contacted the Department or fiscal agent and I am still waiting for a response? Waiting for prior authorization or correspondence from the Department or the fiscal agent is not an acceptable reason for late filing. If there is an RA within the last 60 days, providers must reference the previous ICN. Can I attach a copy of my Remittance Advice (RA) as a timely extension? No. The fiscal agent does not accept attachments via batch submissions. Attachments should be submitted with the claim via the Provider Web Portal. Providers must enroll and submit claims within 365 days from the DOS.Ĭlaims that are not able to be submitted within the 365-day guideline, but have one (1) of the above documents attached to the submission will be put into suspended status and will be reviewed by the fiscal agent. A backdate approval letter (new enrollments, affiliations or updates are not acceptable reasons for late filing).Claims that have been date-stamped by the fiscal agent or the Department and returned to the provider.The following are examples of acceptable proof of timely filing: If any of the scenarios listed below apply, but the claim in question is still within the 365-day window, a waiver is not needed and the provider only needs to resubmit the claim. How can a provider qualify for a timely waiver (override)? The previous ICN must be referenced on the claim, even if the claim is over 365 days. Providers must also resubmit claims every 60 days after the initial timely filing period (365 days from the DOS) to keep the claim within the timely filing period. What should providers do if the initial 365-day window for timely filing is expiring? Providers are required to submit the initial claim within 365 days, even if the result is a denial. What date is used when considering timely filing deadlines? A claim is considered filed when the fiscal agent documents receipt of the claim. A timely filing waiver or a previous Internal Control Number (ICN) is required if a claim is submitted beyond the 365-day timely filing period. What is the deadline for meeting timely filing requirements? Providers always have at least 365 days from the DOS to submit a claim. ![]() ![]() ![]()
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