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Fused deposition modelling (FDM)
Science, Maths & Technology

Fused deposition modelling (FDM)

...system. Three-dimensional structures can be formed by adding material onto previously deposited material...FDM cannot handle overhanging structures with much success. Therefore, systems are often equipped with a second extrusion head for depositing 'sacrificial' material. This is commonly dissolved in a solvent that does not affect the properties of the build material....
What is Blockchain?
Digital & Computing

What is Blockchain?

...system it is very open. In addition to the source code being openly available, a key feature of blockchains is that in principle every user has their own copy of the entire blockchain. In fact, there is no central or master copy, simply the multiple copies held by the volunteers in the user community. Volunteers are rewarded for their effort through a number of...
Social Science
Society, Politics & Law

Social Science

...systems of belief. Complementary approaches Comparing social and natural sciences, the need for both perspectives for full understanding. Influence of Social Science The impact the study of social science has had since the 19th century. Knowledge - what is it? The relative status of different kinds of knowledge, scientific knowledge and its supposed objectivity. The...
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Sut y gallaf ymdopi â straen arholiadau?
Education & Development

Sut y gallaf ymdopi â straen arholiadau?

...system nerfol awtonomig yn dechrau gweithio. Mae hyn yn beth da i ddechrau, gan ei fod yn actifadu'r system hon sy'n rhyddhau'r adrenalin niwrogemegol - ac mae hyn yn eich ysgogi i fynd ati a chanolbwyntio ar eich gwaith. Fodd bynnag, mae'r broblem yn dechrau pan fydd cyfnodau o straen yn ymestyn. Pan fydd hyn yn digwydd, bydd y rhan sympathetig yn gweithio'n barhaol, gan...
What is Law?
Society, Politics & Law

What is Law?

...system of rules that regulate the conduct of people in society. Compliance with the law is enforced by the state via the courts. Law exerts social control, creates enforceable rights and obligations, and resolves disputes. STEPHANIE PYWELL: But most of us just try not to ‘break’ law. Does it affect law-abiding citizens? CAROLINE DERRY: Absolutely! Law affects many...
Video 10 mins
Flowery meadows and high tech surveying equipment
Nature & Environment

Flowery meadows and high tech surveying equipment

...system, its not as accurate as the old system but can usually position the quadrats to within 5cm of where they should be which is fine and is usually significantly quicker as you don’t have to hunt for the fixed points and there is no delicate equipment to carefully set up on a heavy tripod. The gps also gives the locations in latitude/longitude or ordinance survey...
Will we ever be able to trust an AI sports coach?
Health, Sports & Psychology

Will we ever be able to trust an AI sports coach?

...systems that can perform tasks that normally require human intelligence’ (FasterCapital, 2025). AI in sports essentially refers to systems or technologies that carry out tasks normally performed by a human. AI has infiltrated many different areas of sports. From sport commentary, recruitment and judging, to coaching and athlete training. Movement patterns in...
Will Brexit spell the end of fishing quotas?
Nature & Environment

Will Brexit spell the end of fishing quotas?

...system of fishing rights is good for fishers and for society. The results reveal that the UK system has low performance on many objectives. In general, the UK preserves a status quo in fisheries by guaranteeing quota rights to those with large, historical track records. This system does not benefit small-scale fishers, young fishers trying to enter the industry, or the...