We describe an algorithm for automatic generation of idealized bead figures from recognizable 3D models (animals, humans, etc.). The bead figures approximate the model by a set of cylindrical shapes threaded onto a skeleton of the model. As such, they provide volumetric shape information in addition to the skeleton. The bead figures can be used by applications requiring a simple and compact des...

a good account given as to site, plans, area per patient, arrangement of the administrative units, detail of structure as foundations, walls, floors, roofing, stairs, partitions, windows, woodwork, painting, water supplies, heating, lighting, signalling, plumbing and sewerage, ventilation, refrigeration, elevators. Then follows a chapter on the divisions of a general hospital, administrative de...

This study was carried out to find the economic value of forests by woodwork enterprises for reforestation Softwood Pine trees in Eastern Ethiopia, namely Dire Dawa administrative council, Harari regional state, and Deder district East Hararghe Zone. Forests Ethiopia were major sources softwood pine logs. Nowadays, some commercially important species are over-exploited short supply. The underta...

Benzisothiazolinone (1,2-benzisothiazolin-3-one or BIT) is an antimicrobial agent used as a preservative in multiple water-based solutions, such as glues, cleaning agents, polishes, paints, varnishes, and hardeners (1). The use of this preservative is allowed in household and industrial products (2); however, its use in cosmetics is not allowed (3). It may occasionally be present in PVC gloves ...

spreading wood particles and attached colored materials in work places can cause many problems for woodwork industry workers. the aim of this study is to design and implement a local exhaust ventilation system to control wood dust and isocyanates simultaneously. the study was conducted on 18 workers in the paint workroom of a wood door industry. at first, an overview of the workplace indoor air...

Dr. James Haig Ferguson has been unanimously re-elected Chairman of the Central Midwives' Board for Scotland. Dr. Michael Dewar was elected Deputy Chairman, and Sir Archibald Buclian-Hepburn, Bt., Convener of the Finance Committee. Wright's Sash Chains. A considerable saving of .broken window frames, glass &nd cords and of damaged woodwork and paint can be made by the fitting of Wright's sash c...