 | Convective Steam Column with Ring Vortices Instabilities in a convective column |
 | #35 Hydrogen HHO Zero Cell ELECTROLYTE CONVECTION 2007/09/04 Observation of convection through the new taller HHO electrolyzer column. |
 | The Actor Mr Boy falls into Quicksand The famous Swedish actor Mr Boy falls into a Pit with Quicksand and crying for help! For more information about Mr Boy, see http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5reXQNQDKzQ Quicksand is a colloid hydrogel consisting of fine granular matter, clay, and salt water. The origin of the name refers to "quick" in the older meaning of "alive" rather than "fast," and is thus similar to the origin of the term quicksilver for mercury. Basically, water circulation underground can focus in an area with just the right mixture of fine sands and other materials such as clay. The water moves up and then down slowly in a convection-like manner throughout a column of sand under optimal conditions, and the sand remains a generally solid mass. This lubricates the sand particles and renders them unable to support any significant weight, since they move around with very little friction, behaving more like a liquid when exposed to stress. Since the water does not usually go all the way up through the sand, the sand above does not appear to move at all, and can support leaves and other small debris, making quicksand difficult to distinguish from the surrounding environment. |
 | Volcano Eruption LIVE!!! This is not an Exercise; nor a test. Volcano's are serious business as you will see in this video. The person who shot this tape should have been running instead of filming. You are staring down a pyroclastic cloud; flows containing fast-moving currents of hot gas, and rock (collectively known as tefra), which can travel away from the volcano at up to 700 km/h. The gas can reach temperatures of up to 1,000 degrees Celsius. The flows normally hug the ground and travel downhill, or spread laterally under gravity. Their speed depends upon the density of the current, the volcanic output rate, and the gradient of the slope. There are several scenarios which can produce a pyroclastic flow: Fountaining of an eruption column from a plinian eruption (e.g., Mount Vesuvius's destruction of Pompeii, see Pliny the Younger). In such an eruption, the material ejected from the vent heats the surrounding air and the turbulent mixture rises for many kilometres through convection. If the erupted jet is unable to heat the surrounding air sufficiently, there will not be enough convection to carry the plume upwards and it fountains back down the flanks of the volcano. Frothing at the mouth of the vent during degassing of the erupted lava at the mouth. This can lead to the production of a type of igneous rock called ignimbrite. This occurred during the eruption of Mount Katmai in 1912 which produced the largest flows to be generated during recorded history. Gravitational collapse of a lava dome or spine, with subsequent avalanching and flow down a steep slope (e.g. Montserrat's Soufriere Hills volcano). The directional blast (or jet) when part of a volcano explodes or collapses (e.g. the May 18, 1980 eruption of Mount St. Helens) This rapidly transforms into a gravity driven current with distance from the volcano. Volumes range from a few hundred cubic meters to more than a thousand cubic kilometers, and the larger ones can travel for hundreds of kilometres although none on that scale have occurred for several hundred thousand years. Most pyroclastic flows are around one to ten cubic kilometres and travel for several kilometres. Flows usually consist of two parts: the basal flow hugs the ground and contains larger, coarse boulders and rock fragments, while an ash plume lofts above it because of the turbulence between the flow and the overlying air, admixes and heats cold atmospheric air causing expansion and convection. While moving, the kinetic energy of the boulders will flatten trees and buildings in their path. The hot gases and high speed make them particularly lethal. For example, the towns of Pompeii and Herculaneum in Italy were famously engulfed by pyroclastic flows in 79 AD with heavy loss of life. A pyroclastic flow killed couple Katia and Maurice Krafft, French volcanologists on Mount Unzen, in Japan, on June 3, 1991, and in June 1997 flows killed twenty people on the Caribbean island of Montserrat. This is the 1991 Mount Unzen eruption which erupted violently, possibly as a result of depressurization of the magma column after a landslide in the crater. This pyroclastic flow reached 4.5 km from the crater and claimed the lives of 43 scientists and journalists, including volcanologists Katia and Maurice Krafft and Harry Glicken. |
 | Central Kitsap Area Home $549,000 Stunning craftsman home in Central Kitsap area. Hardi-plank siding accented with river rock columns. 3 bed. 2.75 bath. Enter to ceramic tile to great room with recessed lights, built-in stereo speakers. Custom kitchen with tiled floors, cherry cabinets, slab granite counters, stainless under mount sink, propane range/convection, Bosch dishwasher. Propane heat/pump/AC. Bonus room with vaulted ceiling, propane fireplace w/slate surround, wet bar.Office/den.3 car garage with shop. R/V parking with 50 amp hook-up. 12 X 24 outbuilding. Please call Molly Ells 360-620-2690 or 360-692-6102. |
 | 2716 Brickmill Lane, Mt. Pleasant, SC, 29466, $949000 Expect to be impressed. As you drive up under the porte-cochere, you will notice the exquisite leaded stained glass front door, transom and sidelights custom designed/made by Bob Hines & featured in Charleston Magazine. This gorgeous home boasts a very open floor plan with large gracious rooms allowing for wonderful entertaining. Rear of home is all large windows and doors to enjoy the view of the brackish water lake. 12' ceilings downstairs with heavy molding and trim; H/W floors throughout the home [except bedrooms] and baths are marble or ceramic tile; marble foyer w/exquisite chandelier; speakers in all rooms downstairs including the garage and FROG; FROG is 6th BR or can be teen retreat, mother-in-law suite, art studio, possibilities are endless! Huge formal dining room with columns as walls on two sides, Cherry bookcases and cabinetry with granite countertops and wet bar flank the gas log fireplace in living room. Deck across back of home to enjoy lake view. MBR has sitting room facing the lake and outdoor access to deck, gas log fireplace and tray ceiling. Marble floored MBA with marble shower and dual shower heads, built in bench; Jacuzzi tub with marble surround; dual cherry vanities with granite countertops. Master w/i closet 14'x 9'with three custom built cabinets from floor to ceiling. Kitchen has custom cherry cabinets, pantry, Dacor gas cook top with indoor grill in island. Granite countertops with tumbled marble backsplash, dual Dacor convection ovens, microwave, refrigerator, dishwasher, garbage disposal. Light Fixtures and window treatments to convey. Extra large laundry room located just steps from the kitchen with room for additional refrigerator, etc. 4 BR's upstairs; each two bedrooms share a ceramic tiled bath with cherry vanity. 3 car garage wired for 220 voltage and separate breaker box for shop tools, storage cabinets. 4 zone heat pump system: one each for upstairs, downstairs, master bedroom suite and frog. Lawn irrigation system with two wells, professionally landscaped yard with fountain. Separate lawn/garden storage shed. Property incl. access to two neighborhood swimming pools, tennis and basketball courts, clubhouse and fitness facilities, boat ramp to Horlbeck creek and boat storage. |
 | 5 Beds Including Guest House in Edmond's Regency Pointe http://www.tourfactory.com/s326356/r_www.youtube.com The front elevation is reminiscent of early-century Craftsman and Dutch Colonial styles. The European-influenced porte-cochere and courtyard are accented with brick & stone and stamped concrete all culminating for a comfortable, sophisticated style. The driveway is stamped concrete flowing under the porte-cochere into the courtyard. Guests or live-in relatives will enjoy the private guest house with full bath, large walk-in closet and a dedicated HVAC. Inside, the entry is lined with the timeless appeal of Old Chicago brick pavers flowing through to the kitchen and dinette. The formal dining is accented by hand-painted columns and is positioned across from a handsome study with wood floors and a library-style alcove with bookcases. The Gourmet kitchen has Zodiac engineered granite, pantry, center isle, breakfast bar opening to living area and Jennair stainless appliances including 6-burner gas stove, dual convection oven and 48 refrigerator. Enjoy the quiet retreat of the master suite with Corian double vanity, large whirlpool tub and views over the lake. The secondary bedrooms are all well-sized, one with an alcove overlooking the lake from the second level. The secondary bathrooms all feature Corian counters and designer tile surround. Entertain guests and family in the media/game room. All theatre equipment stays including projection screen system with built-in speakers and 15 subwoofers. There is built-in shelving for A/V components, theatre style carpet and a recessed wet bar. Regency Pointe is located just minutes from Kilpatrick turnpike and the Quail Springs mall area and will soon feature a sparkling pool, community center, concession stand, lush, maintained landscaping, lakes, fountains and walking trails. Original 5-yr builder warranty and 10-yr structural warranty SHORT SALE SUBJECT TO LENDER APPROVAL. |
 | Lots of Architectural Detail and Interest... http://www.tourfactory.com/s392862/r_www.youtube.com Timeless Traditional with a Twist Richly appointed, chock full of features and surprises! Brick, stone and an arched entry beckons you inside to be greeted by beveled glass transom/sidelights plus a grand foyer with curved custom staircase with iron work accented by soaring Hitchcock ceilings. This fine 6,100 sq. ft. newer home offers 6 bedrooms, 4.5 baths. Brazilian cherry woods floors, lot of custom cabinetry, extensive moldings and wood working, rounded corners, detailed ceilings treatments, upscale lighting, hardware and fixtures are just a few of the features; each level hold it own surprise waiting to be discovered! The living room is an attractive room warmed by a stately gas fireplace, with granite surround and mantel with beautiful ceiling with gracious dining room with architectural columns and recessed lighting nearby. An awesome great room boasts Hitchcock ceilings with outstanding fireplace, with custom built-ins, plus a wet bar accented by intricate glass tile work. The owners suite is Your own Private Retreat, to relax and unwind. A peaceful room with high ceilings recessed lighting, access to screen porch and an inviting spa like bathroom. Theres plenty of room for your clothes in the two separate huge walk in closet with wardrobe cabinetry, jewelry drawers and accent windows. Luxurious owners bath with a two person sized hydro therapy tub, oversized tile shower with two shower heads and 4 body shower jets and seat, Old World Style vanity with double bowled granite counter with Bronze Victorian series fixtures. Thru twin French doors to the study/office has richly color wood working, bookshelves, drawers, window seat, custom ceiling work a great place to relax or be productive! An inspiring kitchen with Pro Series Frigidaire appliances; convection oven, built in range, gas cook top, microwave accented by beautiful glass tile accent richly color glazed Maple cabinets accent by granite counters with server bar, full of wonderful custom built-ins, pantry organizer, drawers and more! Adjoins the kitchen is a breakfast area that is well trimmed overlooking sparkling pool; lush grounds with easy access to a three season room. Four comfortable upstairs bedrooms each are graciously sized with walk-in closets with built in cabinets; each with their own character and personality with easy access to a full bath room. A king sized bonus room is a wonderful space for a hobby room or whatever your family needs maybe with a vast amount of storage and closet! The lower level offers guest suite with bay window, a full bath that adjoins a kitchenette with dining area, plus a living area with inside and outside access for easy access and privacy. The lower level offers all the lovely moldings, trim work, and quality as the first and second level! The fine home also offers a Home Theater Room. Wired for fun... just bring your own popcorn! The billiard room offers family enjoyment and has easy access to the covered porch with triple arched with stamped concrete patio. The free form in ground pool is accented by brick coping, multiple color lighting, courtyard with easy care aluminum fencing and brick accent columns with an extensive amount stamped concrete patio are to relax and enjoy life. The mood of the evening set with extensive outdoor lighting that accents the home, pool area and grounds. The car collector will love the 3 car garage plus a 4th garage ideal for all you outdoor equipment! This home is perfectly situated on over 1.3 lushly landscaped acres well situated with lots of mature trees for privacy on lovely cul de sac with a serene small stream in Springstone. First time offered at $928,000 Call for Vikki Crossland at 803-644-1720 for more details. |
 | A NEW RECORD- SIX TORNADOES ON THE GROUND Your eyes are not deceiving you! There are 6! Yes, 6 tornadoes are on the ground at once in a chorus line near Lazbuddie, Texas. But what you see is not really tornadoes. Its a six-pack of landspouts. They are a slang-term coined by meteorologist Howard B. Bluestein in the early 1980s for a kind of tornado not associated with the mesocyclone of a thunderstorm. The Glossary of Meteorology defines a landspout as "Colloquial expression describing tornadoes occurring with a parent cloud in its growth stage and with its vorticity originating in the boundary layer. The parent cloud does not contain a preexisting midlevel mesocyclone. The landspout was so named because it looks like a weak Florida Keys waterspout over land." Known officially as "dust-tube tornadoes" by the National Weather Service, they form during the growth stage of convective clouds by the ingestion and tightening of boundary layer vorticity by the cumuliform tower's updraft. Landspouts most often occur in drier areas with high-based storms and considerable low-level instability. They generally are smaller and weaker than supercellular tornadoes, though many persist in excess of 15 minutes and some have produced F3 damage. They bear an appearance and generative mechanism highly similar to that of waterspouts, usually taking the form of a translucent and highly laminar helical tube. Like waterspouts, they are also technically considered tornadoes since they are defined by an intensely rotating column of air in contact with both the surface and a cumuliform cloud. Not all landspouts are visible, and many are first sighted as debris swirling at the surface before eventually filling in with condensation and dust. |
 | Microwave heating of water. Test to show that microwaves create instant convection in a column of water. |
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