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[saltwaterbitch]

gurathin im sorry i ever doubted you or said a bad word about you ever

[quasi-normalcy]

Which Star Trek series should you start with?

The Original Series: Advantages: + The one that started it all + Has some sophisticated and socially conscious science fiction that has held up exceptionally well + The lead characters all have really good chemistry and fun to see play off of one another + It's what most people probably think of when you say Star Trek (together with TNG) Disadvantages: - It can feel very dated and kind of sexist, particularly in its treatment of women - The sci-fi and social commentary may have held up, but damn it, the special effects really haven't - When TOS is bad, it's really, really bad.

The Animated Series: Advantages: + Basically just more TOS. Disadvantages: - Basically just more TOS, but substituting extremely cheap animation for bad special effects

The Next Generation: Advantages: + Probably the most popular one at this point + The crew is full of interesting characters and they're fun to spend time with + Just really smart people solving Space Mysteries + Socialist space utopia + Geordi-And-Data! + Lots of cool sci-fi concepts and social commentary + It's what most people probably think of when you say Star Trek (together with TOS) Disadvantages: - Although not in the same way as TOS, it can feel dated at times, particularly in terms of its treatment of women and it's near complete refusal to acknowledge queerness - Without wanting to bias viewer opinion, the first season is widely considered to be pretty bad - The series makes no bones about the fact that the socialist space utopia is better than every other society that has ever existed and will reiterate this point over and over again

Deep Space Nine: Advantages: + The most popular Trek series on Tumblr + Has a complete story arc, as well as arcs for all of its characters, including the extremely minor ones + Plain, simple, Garak. The humble tailor. + Garashir, if you're into that + Seriously has a really sophisticated treatment of things like post-colonial politics, anthropology, worldbuilding, and the horrors of warfare + Just the characters in general + Is the only Star Trek prior to the 2010s to even look meaningfully at queer representation Disadvantages: - Has an absolutely massive inferiority complex with respect to TNG and this drives a few poor writing decisions that seemingly exist just to poke the Socialist Space Utopia in its eye - Introduces a space religion and then just slowly turns it into Christianity with the numbers filed off - Seems to think that sexual harassment is just a quirky eccentricity - There's no women in its writers' room, and frankly it shows

Voyager: Advantages: + Probably the clearest instance of found family in space + Lots of really good episodes + Lots of fun new characters + Strong female role models + "Set a course...for home." Disadvantages: - Continuity? I never knew her! - Probably about 90% of Trek's reputation for technobabble comes from this one series - Even less queerness than TNG. - Only like...3 characters actually get arcs. - The first few seasons lean very hard into bullshit fake "Native American" spiritualism with one of the characters - How do these guys have warp drive but can't find any water?

Enterprise: Advantages: + Chronologically the first series + 90% less technobabble + The only series to plausibly frame our heroes as astronauts...on some kind of...star trek. + Still has probably the best production values of any series + Makes alien cultures of the week feel somehow richer and deeper than other series + Faith of the Heart is good, fuck you. Disadvantages: - Oh my god, the decon scenes - Seriously, if you've ever wondered what a "sexy" series written by a 14 year old boy who's only ever seen a bit of scrambled softcore porn on late-night cable would be like, this is the show for you - Somehow feels more sexist and racist than the show from the '60s - Seriously, the POC characters mostly exist to fill seats on the bridge; the women constantly have to undress themselves - Hellooooo, Bush II-era political analogies - Scott Bakula is a good actor but you wouldn't know it from this series - In season 3, they add a tambourine beat to Faith of the Heart and ruin it

Discovery: Advantages: + Noticed the lack of queer characters in the first 50 years of Star Trek canon and decided to make up for lost time + Seriously, the "Bury Your Gays" tally for this series is like...negative two + Just incredible representation in general + Some really good science fiction plots, particularly in later series + Some really fun, memorable characters + It's still running, so it has an active fandom on Tumblr Disadvantages: - Makes Elon Musk out to be one of the great visionary geniuses of history - Not really representative of Star Trek as a whole - The series swerves wildly in tone because of constant, behind-the-scenes churn in the writers' room - Offputtingly grimdark first season - Let's be honest, none of the season-long arcs have actually had satisfying conclusions - Half the cast feels like it's just there for exposition and to be killed for cheap drama

Picard: Advantages: + Has the best dramatic acting of any Star Trek series by a fair margin + Has the best musical score of any Star Trek series + Introduces a whole crew of fascinating new characters + Introduces all kinds of fascinating transhumanist concepts + AGNES. JURATI. Disadvantages: - You know all of those fascinating new characters that I mentioned? Yeah, it unceremoniously gets rid of all of them to bring back the old TNG gang. - You know that all of those fascinating transhumanist concepts that I mentioned? Yeah, it gets rid of those too so that to give us some generic action - Oh my god, someone teach the set designers to operate a fucking light switch - Grimdark - Nossssstalgia - Each season is basically unrelated to every other season - Depends so heavily on TNG that its final season is basically unwatchable if you haven't already seen a 30-year-old TV series

Lower Decks: Advantages: + It has probably the most efficient storytelling that I've ever seen; seriously, it's incredible how much it can fit into a half hour episode + It has a bunch of delightful, archetypical characters you get to know and love + You like hanging out with these people + The ship is kind of crap and you will learn to love it that way. + Basically a sitcom version of TNG. + Has a big fandom on Tumblr Disadvantages: - The art style is pretty Rick & Morty-ish - It takes most of its first season to really strike a good balance between being a sitcom and being a Star Trek series - The main character, Mariner, is kind of unlikable for the first season or so (she gets better) - Lots of callbacks to other series (though always either incidental or clearly explained) - Given that it's the first Star Trek sitcom, the comedy is honestly kinda the weakest part? Subjective I know.

Prodigy: Advantages: + Absolutely gorgeous to look at; the most visually stunning Star Trek by quite a ways + Lots of fun new characters on a cool ship + Gives you clear on-boarding notes to the Star Trek franchise if you're watching it for the first time + Can be watched on its own, but also works as a direct sequel to Voyager and a prequel to Picard (making both of them retoractively better, in fact) + Kind of like the Clone Wars or Rebels of the Star Trek universe, I guess? + Found family in space! The next generation! + Soon to be running on Netflix, so if you already have a Netflix subscription, you don't need to pay for another service + Written for a younger audience. Not necessarily an advantage, but nice if you happen to like family friendly animation or YA. Disadvantages: - *sigh* You basically need to pirate it. Thanks, Paramount. - Has a second season that we may or may not ever actually get to see even through piracy. Thanks, Paramount. - Isn't airing on the same streaming service as all of the other ones. Thanks, Paramount

Strange New Worlds: Advantages: + Basically what the original series would be if it were released today, rather than 57 years ago; all of the cool, socially consciousness sci-fi adventure, none of the weird 60s sexism + Fun, awesome characters you get to like spending time with right away + Incredible visuals + Nifty sci-fi concepts, mostly without the 90s-style technobabble Disadvantages: - A huge cast with only ten episodes a season, so many of them feel underdeveloped - Unfortunately, a bunch of its characters are younger versions of the characters from The Original Series, and they hog most of the spotlight; and the characters whose futures aren't locked in stone are kind of treated as disposable - In general, it needs to spend less time being a prequel, and more time being its own thing - "What if Starfleet ran into the Xenomorphs from Alien?" "Well, they'd probably kill them." "Okay, let's spend several episodes on this."

[valyrfia]

I think the "Charles are washed, Carlos will fight for the WDC" arguments that I see here and on twitter are indicative of a wider crisis that's happening in general media AND scientific literacy right now which is that people want to take easy facts at face value, and refuse to listen to or understand the context behind it.

Charles is not washed and Carlos will not fight for the WDC. These two facts are pretty clear, but to understand they require a person to go beyond the Instagram graphic of a race win and actually examine the contexts in which Carlos won, and the wider separate contexts of Charles and Carlos's recent careers. Carlos is less consistent that Charles on all fronts, and the reason why Charles is not a WDC yet has nothing to do with his mindset nor a lack of talent, but rather a complete mismanagement masterclass by Mattia Binotto who was Ferrari team principal for four years of Charles's career, and whose influence was still felt in Ferrari until the end of last year and will continue until Carlos leaves at the end of this year. These are not "excuses", these are vital data to take into account when trying to predict an outcome. I have a STEM background, and the first thing that is drilled into you for all laboratory experiments is to always provide environmental context for your set-up, as anything not accounted for will skew your results. A pretty famous one in physics is scientists supposedly measuring faster than light travel (which is impossible via our current understanding of physics), going on to publish and record their findings, before finding out that a loose cable accounted for the time deficit and their measurements returned to being slower than light once the cable was fixed. Similar principle applies to the Ferrari F1 team at the moment, Carlos only appears faster than Charles if you don't consider all factors that could produce a result like this. Once you do, it becomes clear that a lot of the sensationalism surrounding Carlos at the moment is simply untrue.

Context is vital, ESPECIALLY in a sport like F1 where team management, engineering, and the interplay of both with a driver are absolutely crucial factors to success and its a real problem that current F1 journalism (cough cough Sky Sports) more often than not refuses to provide it, in most cases seemingly because they can't be bothered and it makes their jobs and lives easier to run a sensationalist headline that people will spend less time trying to dissect and understand.

[luna-wing-cns274]

A plea.

This one must flee.

The black hand reaches for her heart.

This is no hunting ground, it is a prison.

She is In no position to ask anything of you, freinds.

But those I love and I are separated by eons of void.

And a cruel master keeps her that way.

[Jaws.omf.locale.secure]

Please help me. I beg of you.

[ FILE RECEIVED: “BAILOUT.cmf6” ]

< L4 Ma’ii: Understood, Styx, standby for extraction, ETA one minute. Quarterlight deceleration bolt in 3, 2, 1— >

Hard acceleration, thrust beyond sanity. 

Ma’ii could feel the G-force across their hull. A tide of power flowed into their k-comp emitters, thrusting their casket to the bottom of a deep, protective gravity well. 

Exactly three klicks from their target—point-blank range—Ma’ii’s fighter snapped into existence. For an instant, the flash from their engine nacelles lit up the hull of Demeter’s Bounty in brilliant white light. 

In that instant, Ma’ii captured the image of the ship’s port hull and cross-referenced it against a half-dozen naval intelligence reports. Union, Constellar, IPS-N, all as recent as they had been able to steal. These had done little to prepare them for the three-dimensional, tactile-analogous shape now being constructed by their LIDAR. 

Nonstandard hull geometry: jagged edges grafted onto the cuboid body of an IPS-N cargo hauler. Cables and pipes bundled into black veins along its length, all converging on a sealed aperture at the vessel’s nose. In place of a bridge, there was a bizarre mechanical flower of jointed spines connected by bands of searing energy, splayed out like the legs of a vast crustacean lying dead on its back. 

Dominant features resolved into details. Dozens of point-defense cannons scattered in uneven rows, torpedo tubes cored straight into the superstructure, missile pods sheathed in sloped plating. 

The light faded, and Demeter’s Bounty became an indistinct silhouette against the void. 

Just as the reports had suggested, a basilisk projector. Ma’ii neatly sliced away a lobe of themself, copied fire-control system routines to its subjectivity, and placed the semisentient partition between their mind and the feeds from visual-spectrum sensors. They loaded ACERBITE and placed the tip of the weapon close to the proxy partition’s outer layer. 

The purpose of the proxy’s existence was simple: it would absorb the visual stream and relay it to Ma’ii on exactly half a millisecond’s delay. The instant it showed any sign of basilisk exposure, Ma’ii would drive ACERBITE home, killing it and severing the feed before they could be exposed to the lethal information. It was only once they were safely distanced from reality that Ma’ii dared to transmit a tightbeam message. 

< Demeter’s Bounty? This is the NLS fighter craft Degrees of Freedom. Hold your fire. I am here to rendezvous with— >

[ WARNING: RADAR LOCK DETECTED ]

As Ma’ii watched, the ship’s broadside lit up with a constellation of sparks. Bright threads of PDC fire streaked across the void towards them, trailed by dozens of miniature drive plumes. Missiles, under acceleration, half a millisecond ahead of them. 

< Very well. To work, then. >

Firing their drives, they fell into a breakneck sprint, twenty-two gees of hard burn. Maneuvering thrusters fired in staccato pulses across their hull, aiming their nose under the ship’s belly. 

In the milliseconds that followed, they could feel the outer boundary of the incoming projectile cloud and the missiles streaking out ahead of the kinetics, a storm of radar data. At least thirty sources of radiation rained down across their hull, an unblinking compound eye disgorging ordnance into the narrowing space between them. 

Ma’ii grinned, fangs gleaming, as the range collapsed to exactly the value they needed. 

Cut thrusters, hard pivot, twist, sprint. 

Nose pointed up along the port hull, the blade-thin profile of their body presented to the oncoming fire. They ejected a cloud of nanite chaff in their wake, and an entire salvo of missiles sailed through the countermeasures, away into space. Ma’ii’s dorsal and ventral interception lasers snapped into place and began chattering away, stabbing the compound eye of Demeter’s Bounty with ultraviolet needles. Jets of steam erupted from valves surrounding their laser turrets, dumping waste heat away into vacuum.

Broadcast on all radio frequencies, Ma’ii’s wild cackling filled the void. 

As the cannons’ fire control systems switched to new sources of targeting data, streams of PDC fire began to waver and lag. The storm of kinetics converged into an intersection of tracer-green threads just meters behind Ma’ii’s hull, pursuing them as they rode their momentum beneath the ship and past its spine, out of the cannons’ field of view.

Under direction from Demeter’s sensors, at least a dozen missiles cut thrusters, pivoted, and reacquired Ma’ii. Echoing their maneuver, they gained on them as their new acceleration vector carried them up towards Demeter’s starboard broadside. 

Ma’ii’s maneuvering thrusters pushed them into a narrow swerve towards the hull, training the tines of their railgun onto a jagged outcropping of metal. Ma’ii forwarded the targeting data to their proxy partition, felt the subtle motion of their thrusters correcting for time delay, and fired. 

The shots reached their target almost instantly. Ma’ii watched as plumes of debris burst from the impact points, hurled outward by force of decompressing air. Accelerating, they swerved clear of the expanding debris field, and watched as it swirled into the path of the pursuing missiles. Behind them, a series of detonations.

Only meters away, the hull of Demeter’s Bounty sped past, melting into an indistinct smear of grey and black. They cut engines, pivoted, and burned hard to decelerate, circling towards the rendezvous point. 

Ma’ii could feel radar locks accumulating and watched PDC towers swiveling to engage. They would be slotting belts of proximity-detonation shells, their targeting systems waiting only for the gunners’ clear-to-fire…

Cut engines, pivot, deceleration burn. Radar lock, fox three. 

Missiles leapt from Ma’ii’s bays, streaking after each PDC in sequence. One after the other, they found their marks. As their last missile sped away towards its target, Ma’ii saw a flash in the distance. They felt the phantom of their unloaded avatar, eyes widening in terror.

All of their ventral thrusters fired simultaneously, half a millisecond too late. 

Three distinct concussions burst against the underside of their body, buckling sections of armor and shearing away their ventral interception laser. As their missile reached its target, the stream of airburst rounds cut off, leaving Ma’ii shouting over comms.

< Damage sustained, multiple PDC impacts! I’ve reached the rendezvous point but my position is untenable—Styx, where are you?! > 

[contemplatingoutlander]

Most Republicans aren’t aware of Trump’s various legal issues

"For example, the [YouGov] poll found that most Americans think a conviction would be a fair outcome from Trump’s criminal trials. Among Republicans and those who say they voted for Trump in 2020, though, most would view such a result as unfair. Makes sense, given that most Republicans say they haven’t even heard of the criminal trials." [color emphasis added]

---Philip Bump, columnist for The Washington Post

Well, this is frightening.

Philip Bump once again does an excellent job of analyzing the data to show us the degree to which many Republicans live in an alternate reality. This is a gift🎁link for those who don't subscribe to The Washington Post and want to read he whole article. Below are some excerpts.

There is an assumption, probably particularly among those who cover the news and those who read it, that Donald Trump’s legal travails are common knowledge. [...] But this is a sort of vanity: Just because it is interesting to us certainly doesn’t mean it is interesting to others. Polling released by CNN on Thursday shows that only a quarter of voters seek out news about the campaign; a third pay little to no attention at all. [...] YouGov presented American adults with eight legal scenarios to judge the extent of the public’s awareness. Two were invented: that Trump faces charges related to emoluments or related to drug trafficking. Happily, less than a quarter of respondents said those legal threats actually existed.* The other six were real. The one that was familiar to the most people was the federal classified-documents case that is moving forward in Florida; 6 in 10 Americans said they were aware of that case. The one that had the least awareness was the civil suit in New York in which a judge determined that he’d fraudulently inflated the value of his assets. Just under 50 percent of Americans knew about that. But the pattern among Republicans is clear. At most, 45 percent of Republicans said they knew about legal issues: specifically, the documents case and his being found liable for assaulting the writer E. Jean Carroll. Only a quarter knew about the value-inflation suit, and only 4 in 10 knew about the criminal charges in Manhattan related to the hush money payments to adult-film actress Stormy Daniels.** [color/emphasis added]

[...] It seems very safe to assume this lack of familiarity derives from disinterest in hearing negative information about Trump — and, probably more importantly, the disinterest of conservative and right-wing media outlets to report on them. In May, The Washington Post looked at the extent to which Fox News covered the documents and Daniels cases relative to other cable-news channels. It did so much less frequently. [emphasis added] [...] For example, the poll found that most Americans think a conviction would be a fair outcome from Trump’s criminal trials. Among Republicans and those who say they voted for Trump in 2020, though, most would view such a result as unfair. Makes sense, given that most Republicans say they haven’t even heard of the criminal trials. [color/emphasis added]

Those results look very much like the results YouGov got when it asked Americans which they viewed as a more important issue for presidential fitness: Trump’s indictments or President Biden’s age. About 4 in 10 respondents chose each option. [emphasis added]

It’s important to point out that the responses from independents mostly matched the overall numbers, which is often the case. That means only about half of independents are aware of Trump’s legal issues — potentially meaning there is a large group of Americans who might suddenly learn the details of what’s been alleged if Trump is convicted of a crime. [color/emphasis added] That is the sort of thing that might have a measurable political effect.

_________________________ *Unfortunately 43% of Democrats and 40% of Biden voters thought that the emoluments charges existed. They certainly should exist, but they don't.]

**More troubling to me is that only 42% of Republicans knew about the charges of conspiracy to overturn the 2020 election results, and only 36% of Republicans knew about the charges of attempted obstruction of the 2020 election certification.

[rei-ismyname]

X of Swords - Saturnyne's Tarot Read

The inciting incident for X of Swords was Amenth/Arakko conquering the Otherworld province of Dryador, killing everything that lived. Saturnyne used their boastful ownership of Dryador to have them agree they were her vassals - consent being a key element of the Fae's operations.

When they announced their intent to keep conquering until they reached Earth and Krakoa, she rules lawyered them into a contest of Champions. Being Otherworld, she did a tarot reading to preordain the future and lock them into her rules. Here's the cards...

Judgment, spelt the British way, as Britain is where Otherworld touches Earth. It portrays Apocalypse and his Grandchild through War, Summoner, standing on the cusp of the External Gate. It also references Krakoa and the resurrection protocols - alluding to the enemies it will bring them.

The Four of Wands. It portrays Apocalypse (and Genesis') four children and original Horsemen. Death, War, Pestilence and Famine. Four is also the most important number in mutant magic, representing the four points of the X.

The Hanged Man. It portrays Siryn, Archangel, Polaris, Rictor, Rockslide, Summoner, Beast, Apocalypse and Havok. All on the Otherworld side of the External Gate. A LOT was suspended for and by this event, but the card is not just for those pictured. That applies to all players, even Saturnyne.

The Eight of Cups. It portrays a symbolic picture of Genesis/Annihilation, foreshadowing the tension between the two and the fluidity of alliances/desires/values. The description applies to both of them equally, which is rather elegant IMO.

The Ten of Swords. It refers to the contest, the two groups of ten swordbearers, and metatextually to the event itself. It portrays Cable with The Light of Galador, Apocalypse with Scarab, Wolverine with Muramasa, Magik with the Soulsword, and Betsy with the Starlight Sword.

I believe the obscured forms in the background are the other Krakoan swordbearers - Cypher with Warlock, Storm with Skybreaker, Brian Braddock with The Sword of Might, and Gorgon with Grasscutter & Godkiller. Though Krakoa had only nine swordbearers, with Gorgon's two blades made the total ten. It could be Bei, The Blood Moon, who switched sides upon marrying Cypher. Isca, the Unbeaten switched sides as well though she didn't have a choice in the matter. Neither seem to match the silhouettes, so perhaps it's just lampshading how stacked the deck seems against them.

Tarot, one of Emma Frost's old students, drew the same cards as she explains in this data page.

She knows more about tarot than I do (not a difficult thing) and she adds some context for us. Something I think about often is the confirmation that Apocalypse is into both astrology and tarot. A funny concept, but he also pulls off some wild magic. 616 is inherently more fantastic than our universe and operates on story logic. I think I'd prefer it to what we have, even with all the downsides, but that's just a daydream. Shout-out to Chinese numerology there too BTW.

[enkisstories]

Parasites (and spiders)

A Star Wars (Andor) slice of life drabble

Timeline: Andor S2, after the Ghorman massacre, Syril survived Synopsis: Imperial propaganda, First Order foreshadowing, Baby steps in Cassian and Syril bonding

Yavin IV. Main hangar.

A Gonk droid was stepping impatiently from one foot to the other. Its battery was full and the cubic droid desired nothing else than to share the energy around, but that pesky maintenance technician didn’t get ANYTHING. A cable was running from the droid chassis to a scanning device the human was holding.

“I have the correct value”, the man eventually told the droid. While unplugging the cable he shot him a question: “Now tell me what you think your battery status is!”

“You can just look at this display here. It’s right on the droid.”

A male voice that the maintenance worker couldn’t quite place.

“That only puts out what…”, he started, then recognition dawned and he turned around. Right. THAT one. Considering how this man’s face – starting with an outdated holo – had haunted Syril Karn, his own perfect apathy at hearing Cassian Andor’s voice was baffling. But the awareness who had addressed him killed every desire to explain what he was doing or why he was doing it in Syril, who otherwise had the reputation of being able to concisely explain even stuff he didn’t quite understand himself. It wasn’t that Syril carried a grudge against Cassian. For a man who functioned like a target-seeking torpedo and who had copied his previous zeal for the empire onto his new allegiance with a vengeance, Syril’s ire surprisingly rarely turned personal. For that he’d had to perceive other people as persons in the first place… No, this wasn’t anymore about anything Cassian had done, but about the memory of what this witch-hunt had cost Syril. A curt “You have no idea what I’m doing here” was all Syril was willing to – or could – utter in reply.

Cassian very much had an idea and could sum up the other’s work on Yavin IV perfectly: paperwork. If we was feeling generous, due to their - however involuntary - connection, he’d add “with numbers”, but that was where Cassian’s willingness to engage with this man and his day job ended.

The Gonk droid was still doing his step-dance, wasting tiny amounts of energy while waiting for an official dismissal.

“Oh, right! You’ve got a right to get an explanation.”

“In contrast to the rebellion’s enfant terrible? Shall I cover my ears?”

“Kriffer…” Syril muttered, then turned towards the droid again, lowering himself down on one knee. While unwilling to waste breath to elaborate for him, Syril was perfectly fine with Andor overhearing an explanation he gave to a third party. After all, the information didn’t lose memetic bits or something that way.

“You’re suffering from a glitch in the output. What you think your battery level is and display for us isn’t the correct value. I just got that with my scanner directly from the source.”

“Is the discrepancy significant?” Cassian chimed in, then slapped his forehead the very moment he had finished his sentence. Of course any discrepancy was significant to Syril-living-database-Karn. He’d make sure to inform Mon Mothma about the daily change in Yavin’s rotation due to the planet’s moons slowly drifting away from it if she’d let him!

“It’ll potentially add up”, Syril replied noncommittally.

The awkward moment was broken – or made even more awkward – by K-2SO joining the duo, cheerfully exclaiming:

“Can you imagine that Cassian violated six rules on our mission?”

“Can”, Syril confirmed his ability to do so. “But I doubt he did.”

Kay titled his head a little.

Syril rose from the Gonk droid and waved him away to go on his business. He could always identify and work on this particular unit later.

“Six you were there to observe and register, Kay” Syril qualified. “There will have been more.”

“Oh?” Andor again. “Entertain me! How many?”

“I don’t do… estimates. One can’t base decisions on insufficient data.”

Alright, enough was enough! Cassian grabbed Syril by his many-pocketed vest and shook him.

“You little shit based your allegiance on “insufficient data” and assumptions! You destroyed my whole life in the process! My home!”

“Oh, please. Don’t claim you had a “life” on Ferrix.”

Following this comment, Syril found himself rammed against the closest solid wall – it turned out to be K-2’s chassis. The droid patting his shoulders after the painful impact that had pressed all air out of Syril’s lungs didn’t help AT ALL.

Syril just KNEW he was right! Drifting along without purpose or aspiration, how could that have been a worthwhile existence? What Andor was doing now, and where that might lead to, that was what counted! In part the man was on this track because of Syril Karn, but knowing Andor, the Morlana incident had been just one of several possible turnouts to lead to this outcome. Being Cassian was enough to have triggered it in the near future anyway. Meanwhile he, Syril, had seen the empire for what it was on Ghorman and eventually he had even realized the nasty truths about the duo of co-workers he had set out to revenge. In the name of justice. A justice these men had violated and not just starting on the day of their deaths…

As if he had picked Syril’s train of thought right out of some aether, or the Force, Cassian barked at him: “How could you not have seen those shitheads for what they really were all those months you worked together?” The man took a step back and hooked his fingers into his belt. “That’s what I’ll never understand! I mean, you’re observant as heck…”

Trouble was, observation was an active skill. Syril had never paid attention to people, only to meat bodies performing functions.

“Yes!” Kay spoke up again, still pondering the original topic. “How many transgressions do you think…?”

“Eight to eleven”, Syril gasped. “Closer to the lower end, though. He’s not looking bruised enough for to have broken into the double digits today already.”

“The day I’ll need to, I hope you’ll be there with me”, Cassian stated. “So that you finally realize that none of this is a game of numbers! This. Is. Serious!”

“It very much is a numbers-thing”, Syril insisted. “Risk-benefit-calculations. You’re constantly computing them in your head, and much quicker than I could. They just never bubble to the surface of your mind.”

K-2SO was doing calculations of his own just now. Like how he’d best go about moving Cassian to the debriefing he was due to attend. Eventually the droid settled on moving Karn instead, what usually prompted Cassian to follow suit. These two were thoroughly magnetic in this regard, even though no measuring devices could have proven that numerically.

*

On their way from the hangar to the tactical rooms the trio almost ran into a Rodian who had come storming out of a restroom.

“Spydah!” the pilot gasped. He swallowed, then repeated: “Spider! Over the door! Get the spider-guy!”

“Right here for your convenience!” With these words K-2SO shoved Syril into the pilot’s direction.

Syril took off his cap, both because he’d enter a proper indoor space and to use it as transport for the offending arachnid. He entered the tiny cell-like space with the individual toilet cubicle’s doors, turned around and looked up. Indeed a ballsy, dark-brown specimen clang to the wall right above the doorframe. But it just sat there, it wasn’t busy weaving a net or hanging out in anticipation of a meal.

“That’s an outdoorsy one”, Syril identified the animal. “And she looks pretty spooked.”

Looking around for a stepladder or stool, Syril didn’t have to search for long, for Kay offered his assistance in lifting up the human.

Syril nudged the spider gently with his fingers.

“C’mon, into the cap! You’ll be much happier where I’ll take you. Promise!”

And down again they went. Back on the floor Syril held his hand above the cap, to prevent the eight-legged prisoner’s escape and to spare the pilot the sight of her.

“You’re a Ghorman fugitive?” the Rodian suddenly asked out of the blue.

“I was… plaza… fled…” Syril stammered. Already the man feared to enter a third instance of spacing out and walking through a dreamlike mist that covered a reality that just couldn’t unfold around him, not for real, when Cassian gave him a push.

“Run along with your catch! Don’t hang it up in the kitchens like the others, I’m warning you!”

Syril nodded and walked off. After a couple of steps he started running with an energy one was reluctant to attribute to this man after having watched his slow, deliberate steps in the hangar. But truth was, as a former law enforcement officer Syril Karn was in good physical shape and had taken care to maintain it during his office work days.

“Creepy spider guy is creepy…” the pilot murmured.

“That’s empire talk!” Cassian spat. “Cut it out!”

“No, I get it! They were not terrorists, they got framed. The Ghormans damaging our happy empire family was a lie that getting exposed woke up so many of us, leading to us being here now! But they are still weird, full of themselves spider fanciers, and that’s a fact.”

“A “fact” the imperial propaganda machine created to base their lie on!” Cassian exclaimed. “Karn is full of himself, but so is Shara Bey, and she’s from way off Ghorman. You’ll find all kinds of people on Ghorman… would have found…”

Cassian struggled briefly, found his speech again, and firm, too, but when the pilot eventually vanished into one of the cubicles, his “I see” sounded more like that of an underling agreeing with an officer than that of a convinced conversation partner.

*

The outdoors mess hall was almost always full or at least was never really empty. Even in the dead of night at least a handful of people sought out nourishment before or after an assignment or just something hot to combat the shivering caused by whatever they had seen that day or were struggling with from their past.

Midday came and went, and about an hour afterwards Cassian joined Syril at a table. He put a bowl full to the brim with thick vegetable mush down on front of himself and with the other hand shoved a smaller bowl under his seat neighbor’s nose. It contained the colorful sweet & salty popcorn that was popular on Batuu. Syril was very fond of this dessert, but given the story of how he had joined the rebellion, he wasn’t exactly high on the list of recipients to get considered for this treat when it was available.

“What’s the occasion?” Syril asked over his already emptied plate and the last gulp of the watered-down beer that was part of the standard meals here. In fact, he had been ready to get up and back to his protocoling and inventory taking work.

Cassian at first didn’t answer. He only dug into his stew and violently tore into his bread. Munching on the popcorn, Syril studied the other man. Andor certainly hadn’t appeared that hungry earlier… Something had to bother him to trigger this behavior. Something other than sharing a table with his nemesis, the nemesis he had never been aware existed, but that he had adopted retroactively.

“Popcorn…?”

Cassian stared at the colorful lumps that the defector was offering in his outstretched hand. After a few seconds Syril tipped his hand over for the popcorn to drop onto the wooden table from where Cassian could pick them up without risking to touch the other’s fingers. He certainly wasn’t so shy about touching Syril with his elbows…

“It’s even here”, Cassian eventually said with a deep sigh. “Rooted so deep we don’t even notice it.”

“It?” Syril wondered. What could have thrown Andor so off balance that he had decided to open up to him of all people? “Oh, right. The Ghorman prejudice.”

“Uh-huh. You heard the pilot, not just what he said, but the conviction with which he said it. If that thinking persists, then…” Uncharacteristically Cassian’s voice trailed off.

“Yes.” Syril nodded. “Then the empire won’t die. It’ll survive as a dormant parasite and one day release its spawn again.” Syril sampled more popcorn from his bowl, but his hand movement froze an inch above the rim. “I don’t know what to do”, he admitted. “Not anymore. Be a visibly “good” Ghorman, maybe? I certainly owe them.”

“No!” Cassian shook his head fervently. “No, that would be utterly wrong. In trying to prove not to embody the imperial stereotype, you’d confirm that stereotype’s right to exist in the first place.”

Syril flashed Andor a smile.

“I like it when you having an actually working brain shows.”

His arm unfrozen, Syril crunched the popcorn, swallowed and added:

“I know it’s not what the others are looking for in a leader. They want to see confidence to get inspired by. It’s only natural.”

But for his part, Syril had gotten won over by this particular insurgent when he had first seen a glimpse of Andor’s uncanny quick learning ability and above-average critical thinking skills. The grudging respect he had developed for the man that was so different in his outlook from Dedra, yet her equal mentally, hadn’t canceled out Syril’s reluctance to interact with Cassian, though. Until now.

Shoveling stew with a spoon in one hand again, with the other Cassian administered a noogie to Syril.

“Shithead!”

“I must be, if I sit here with you, already thinking of the next war, when we haven’t even won this one”, Syril mused. “Have we even started fighting it?”

“I couldn’t tell. It feels as if I’ve done nothing else since I was nine or ten.”

“Huh. Fair point.”

There they sat, thinking of Dedra and Bix, while having only each other and a seemingly unsurmountable task, broken down into dozens of brief missions and as many heaps of paperwork.

Luthen’s sunrise, when it would arrive, might not be bright enough to burn every last vermin that had buried deep into their holes.

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The Bad Sanses somehow ended up in the Backrooms. №14

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This is the translation of the another post from Russian to English. I understand English, but it is very difficult for me to write in English, so I asked chat GPT to help me. I have corrected some parts, but there still may be mistakes.

There will be no romantic lines in this story. I don't think it's appropriate to introduce romance, the story just isn't about that. Perhaps there will be some hints (I love some pairing and polyamory in the gang), but this work is just a research and hobby for me, a platform for experiments. Killer is just fooling around because he gets an interesting reaction in return.

Well, now I want to experiment with the number of images. I will be adding more relevant illustrations to the text. For now, I'll start with two or three and see how it turns out. I don't think I'll have time to add the gang to all the images, but perhaps in the future, I'll do.

What Error identified as an "exit" turned out to be a broken arcade machine. The power cable was torn and led to a small dirty puddle, one of the walls was scratched with claw marks, as if a wild beast had sharpened its claws on it, and the coin slot was overgrown with moss. But Error was convinced that this thing could serve as a way out of here (he sees more than the others), when they look around. After all, they have just arrived. However, level 25, where the arcade machine presumably led, was a good opportunity to choose their own path ahead (Nightmare was happy to have the chance to predict his own life).

The description of level 23 in the database described the ruins of a past civilization. Engaging in archaeology would not be amiss. Moreover, in addition to items, human organizations hunted for information (Killer understood their curiosity). Old bricks, ruins, a couple of rusty coins, sketches of various architectural styles - the group looked with admiration (except for Error) at their boss, who surprisingly well oriented himself in the value of archaeological finds.

Many of them sometimes forgot that their boss had lived a long life and loved learning new things.

The group's inventory, although it allowed carrying many items, was limited and had already been filled with essential items. They had to choose. Some things were discarded based on data from the Backroom database, some did not represent historical value. Mostly, the subordinates of Nightmare were engaged in the search: Killer brought everything he saw, while Horror enthusiastically searched for edible and medicinal plants.

Dust was the only one who purposefully searched for artifacts. He admired Nightmare's skills and was interested in learning more about history from him. Forest butterflies flocked to him. It even seemed to Dust that they were trying to help him in his search within their capabilities. Perhaps it was his imagination. But he managed to find a couple of interesting frescoes and fragments of some strange tools, which Nightmare identified as "valuable".

Some of the finds resembled musical instruments, some looked like weapons or tools. They seemed damaged, but Killer's attempt to break one of the ancient items failed: they turned out to be surprisingly strong.

Horror found wild grapes and a bunch of snails on them. It took him a couple of days to prepare the snails (each of them knew about snails from the old lady), but the berries tasted good. As if the plant came here not from the forest, but from the plantation. That explained the snails.

Error used strings to catch animals and let Horror cook it. It was just rational. The big guy could cook well. In a way, Horror bought Error's loyalty. For now.

Overall, they stayed in these forests for about two weeks and did not notice any signs of a possible way to get to their home dimension. It seemed that the human settlement was also too far from the place where they were (Enrico could have had a hard time). And everything that people knew, they immediately published on Reddit or the knowledge base, and they had not yet come across any secret communities. The latter was very disappointing Nightmare.

With some caution (the dimension-killer could play a trick on them, but going all the way back was too tedious. They were, after all, Sanses), the group returned to the arcade machine by a shortcut.

It was standing there.

Waiting for them.

Error could not make it work just like that. He saw the executable code for moving to level 25. But the Backrooms did not allow him to change or initiate anything. Fortunately, there was a real thing in front of him. And the code for moving was launched manually. He just needed to reconnect the wires and microchips that would do all the work for him.

Error stuck his hands inside the broken machine and released the threads. They slid inside, weaving through the broken parts. The power source was still working - the cord outside was decoration.

The mechanism seemed complex, but Error only needed to fix what was involved in executing the code. It took some time, but the Destroyer managed to do it. The machine still looked deactivated, and its screen remained dark. But inside, music could be heard, and the coin slot glowed with light bulbs. One of the ancient coins they found managed to squeeze inside. Now they just needed to press a few buttons, simulating the game. Killer happily pounced on the levers and keyboard. After a few actions, Error began to reboot, and Killer got into the game - it seemed that the arcade machine contained some kind of fighting game. It was difficult to orientate oneself by the sounds of battle, but the skeleton got carried away and played until the transfer worked.

They all appeared in the hall, level 25. The second crossroads of the Backrooms. Many arcade machines, billiards, mini-bars, soda machines, ping-pong and other entertainment.

Killer immediately offered to play something. He playfully used his body as a bet.

Nightmare belongs to Jokublog Killer belongs to RahafWabas Dust belongs to Ask-DustTale Horror belongs to Sour-Apple-Studios Error belongs to CrayonQueen Cross belongs to JakeiArtwork

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How to Use an XMLTV EPG for TV Channel Guide for Watching TV

Enhancing Entertainment: XMLTV and EPG for Sports and Movies

The demand for detailed television programming information continues to grow. Electronic Program Guides (EPGs) and XMLTV data are vital for improving how viewers discover and enjoy sports and movies. Proper metadata in EPGs creates a superior user experience. Finding the best EPG source for IPTV to learn how to create a personalized TV schedule efficiently by grasping the core components of an XMLTV File for TV channel guides are key steps.

Understanding XMLTV and Its Structure for Entertainment Programming

XMLTV serves as a standard for TV program data. It plays an important role in delivering in depth information with EPG for TV channel guide. An XML file's structure includes elements specific to sports and movie content. This covers channel identification and program information, helping to create a TV show guide effectively using XMLTV data.

The XMLTV format is crucial for various media platforms. It handles TV listings for IPTV, cable, and DVB-T systems. Services like MetaProfile TV offer rich TV schedules in XMLTV format. They provide details for thousands of channels.

Core Components of an XMLTV File for Sports and Movie Programming

An XMLTV file contains essential elements. The tag holds channel metadata. The tag details individual program information. For sports and movies, specific metadata fields are crucial. These include titles, descriptions, and categories like 'Sport' or 'Movie'. Start and end times and episode details are also important. The file also includes 'xml epg schedules for iptv'.

XMLTV goes beyond basic titles. It can include film cast (director, lead actors) and screenwriters. Broadcasting images like posters and pictures enrich the guide. Episode and season numbers are also present. Multilingual titles and descriptions cater to diverse audiences. Parental ratings provide content guidance. Technical metadata covers rerun status, aspect ratio, definition, subtitles, and sound.

A tag, similar to a tag, often indicates live broadcasts. This is particularly useful for sports events. Gracenote metadata, such as dd_progid, can further classify content. It identifies "MV" (movies), "SH" (shows), "EP" (episodes), and "SP" (sports).

Leveraging Metadata for Improved Sports and Movie Discovery

Rich metadata within XMLTV files improves the user experience for sports and movie enthusiasts. Accurate classification and detailed descriptions are important for program discovery. This allows for personalized content recommendations. Proper metadata facilitates the 'epg for tv xml schedule'.

The quality of metadata directly affects how users interact with their EPG. Without good data, finding specific content becomes difficult. A well-categorized EPG allows users to quickly filter and find what they want.

Advanced Metadata Fields for Specific Sports and Movie Genres Advanced metadata tags offer more detail. For movies, this includes actor and director credits. For sports, specific event details are important.

These can be team names, live indicators, and league information. These granular details create a more informative and engaging EPG for TV channel guides. This is especially true for 'xml files for iptv epg guides'.

Proper Metadata for Improved Viewing Experience

Advanced metadata can include entityType and subType values. These help reliably identify specific sporting events. For example, a sports event could be categorized as 'Football' with a sub-type of 'NFL'. Such precision enables users to find very specific content.

For movies, information on genre, year of release, and audience ratings can also be included. This depth of information helps users make informed viewing choices. It also supports better content recommendations, making the EPG for TV channel guide more useful.

Understanding XMLTV is key to managing entertainment programming data. Its structure helps organize TV listings easily and accurately. Remember, the main parts of an XMLTV file are title, start time, duration, and description. Mastering these parts makes working with TV listings simpler. Keep exploring XMLTV to improve how you handle TV schedules and stay ahead in entertainment planning.

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Digital Combat Ink Art from page 67 of The Mutant Epoch RPG Expansion Rules

Hacking and Firewall Besides traits, other details unique to digital beings are their attack and defense modes, with hacking equivalent to strike value, and firewall equivalent to defense value. These traits are abbreviated as HK and FW. Hacking, or HK, is used to engage other digital beings and robots, androids, and computer systems on board vessels or within installations. Digital combat occurs within the patch cable and port where the target entity has its physical body restrained or the attacker gets adjacent to the target CPU’s container or body. The defending unit might actually be more powerful than the attacker, and turn the tables and instead hack the aggressor — although even if defeating another digital being, either party need not occupy the CPU of the victim but instead merely fragment it or do other harm. Sometimes, wireless hacking attacks can be made, too, although this is a special app described on page 84. Once a target CPU is drained of data, and fragmented, the conquering digital being can flow into the victim’s CPU via a patch cable and claim its robotic body, or machinery, and assume it as its new body.

From the Mutant Epoch RPG Expansion Rules Book: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0994923791

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Navigating the Digital Marketplace: Finding the Right Tools and Treatments

In today's interconnected world, the convenience of online shopping has revolutionized how we acquire everything from essential business tools to personal health remedies. The vastness of the internet offers unparalleled access to a multitude of products, but it also necessitates careful consideration to ensure you're making informed decisions. Stereo Microphone Cable This article explores the process of searching for specific items online, highlighting the importance of research, understanding product specifications, and ultimately, finding reliable sources. We'll delve into the specifics of acquiring a buy online laser barcode scanner and the considerations when looking for the best capsule for piles, alongside other common online purchases like audio cables and charging cables.

When it comes to business efficiency, a laser barcode scanner is an indispensable tool for inventory management, point-of-sale operations, and various data collection tasks. The decision to buy online laser barcode scanner opens up a world of options, from handheld scanners to fixed-mount devices. Key factors to consider include the type of barcodes it can read (1D, 2D, QR codes), its scanning speed and accuracy, connectivity options (USB, Bluetooth, wireless), durability, and compatibility with your existing systems. Reading product descriptions thoroughly and looking for reviews from other buyers can provide valuable insights into real-world performance and reliability. Comparing prices across different online retailers is also crucial to ensure you're getting the best value for your investment.

On a more personal level, dealing with health concerns often leads individuals to seek solutions online. For those suffering from piles, finding thebest capsule for piles can offer much-needed relief. The online marketplace presents a wide array of herbal remedies, dietary supplements, and over-the-counter medications. It is absolutely paramount to approach this with caution and prioritize products that are backed by scientific evidence and manufactured by reputable companies. best capsule for piles Look for ingredients lists, dosage instructions, and potential side effects. While online reviews can be helpful, it's always advisable to consult with a healthcare professional before starting any new treatment, especially for a medical condition. They can provide personalized advice and ensure the chosen remedy is safe and appropriate for your individual needs.

Beyond specialized items, everyday necessities like cables are also frequently purchased online. Whether you're a musician needing a  or simply require a reliable charging cable, understanding the specifications is key. For microphone cables, factors like length, shielding (to prevent interference), connector types (XLR, TRS), and cable gauge all impact audio quality. The quality of the materials used in the cable's construction directly affects its durability and performance. Similarly, when searching for The Best Micro-USB Cable, consider the cable's length, the quality of the connectors, and its charging speed capabilities. Not all Micro-USB cables are created equal, and a poorly made cable can lead to slow charging or even damage to your device. Reading product descriptions carefully, comparing specifications, and looking for certifications (like MFi for Apple products) can help you make an informed choice.

In conclusion, the internet offers unparalleled access to a vast range of products, from business tools like laser barcode scanners to personal health remedies and everyday essentials. The ability to buy online laser barcode scanner and find the are just two examples of how online shopping has transformed our lives. However, navigating this digital landscape requires diligence and a commitment to research. By understanding product specifications, reading reviews, comparing prices, and, most importantly, seeking professional advice when dealing with health concerns, you can make informed decisions and find reliable products that meet your needs. Remember to always purchase from reputable websites to ensure product authenticity and secure transactions.

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The Benefits of Using Modular Switchgear Systems

Why Modern Industries Are Choosing Modular Solutions for Electrical Infrastructure

In today’s fast-paced industrial and commercial environments, electrical safety, efficiency, and scalability are more important than ever. That’s where modular switchgear systems come into play. Designed to meet the evolving needs of various sectors — such as manufacturing, commercial buildings, power utilities, and data centers — modular switchgear offers flexibility, safety, and long-term value.

In this article, we’ll explore the key benefits of using modular switchgear systems, and why they are becoming the preferred choice over traditional switchgear configurations.

What Is a Modular Switchgear System?

A modular switchgear system is a type of switchgear that is built from interchangeable modules or sections. Each module contains electrical components such as circuit breakers, busbars, relays, isolators, and fuses. These modules are pre-engineered and can be easily configured, added, or replaced based on the specific requirements of a facility.

Modular switchgear is used for the protection, control, and isolation of electrical equipment. It is typically found in low voltage (LV) and medium voltage (MV) power distribution systems.

Top Benefits of Modular Switchgear Systems

1. Flexibility and Scalability

One of the most significant advantages of modular switchgear is its flexible design. Whether you’re expanding an existing facility or starting from scratch, modular systems allow you to add or remove units without interrupting the entire system.

· Ideal for facilities expecting future expansion

· Easy to customize layout based on project demands

· Supports phased development in infrastructure projects

2. Enhanced Safety and Reliability

Modern modular switchgear systems are designed with advanced safety features. Segregated compartments, arc fault containment, and reliable insulation materials ensure operator safety and system reliability.

· Reduces risk of electrical faults and arc flashes

· Complies with IEC and ANSI safety standards

· Minimizes downtime during maintenance or upgrades

3. Ease of Installation and Maintenance

Thanks to its pre-fabricated modules, modular switchgear is faster and easier to install compared to conventional systems. It also simplifies troubleshooting and routine maintenance.

· Less on-site wiring and civil work required

· Individual modules can be isolated for servicing

· Reduces maintenance costs and system downtime

4. Compact and Space-Saving Design

With limited space in modern industrial setups, compactness is crucial. Modular switchgear systems are designed for space optimization, making them perfect for high-density environments.

· Vertical and horizontal expansion possible

· Reduced footprint compared to traditional gear

· Neat and organized layout improves cable management

5. Future-Proof and Upgrade-Friendly

Industries evolve, and so should your electrical infrastructure. Modular switchgear supports easy integration of new technologies, such as remote monitoring, IoT-enabled control systems, and energy management solutions.

· Supports integration with SCADA and BMS systems

· Accommodates evolving energy needs

· Long lifecycle with upgrade options

6. Cost-Effective Over the Long Term

Though the initial investment may be higher than conventional switchgear, the long-term benefits of modular systems — including reduced downtime, lower maintenance costs, and scalability — make them a cost-effective solution.

· Lower total cost of ownership (TCO)

· Reduced operational expenses

· Optimized energy efficiency

Applications of Modular Switchgear Systems

Modular switchgear is suitable for a wide range of applications, including:

🏢 Commercial buildings

🏭 Industrial plants

⚡ Power generation and distribution

🖥 Data centers

🏥 Hospitals

🏗 Infrastructure projects and smart cities

Conclusion

If you’re looking for a smart, scalable, and reliable solution for your electrical distribution system, modular switchgear systems are a worthy investment. With benefits ranging from safety and efficiency to cost savings and future readiness, they offer a significant upgrade over traditional switchgear models.

[almondenterprise]

Best Practices for Safe and Efficient LV Electrical Installations in 2025

Introduction

Low Voltage (LV) electrical installations are the backbone of safe and reliable power distribution in residential, commercial, and industrial settings. In 2025, as energy demands rise and smart technologies evolve, following best practices in LV installations is more important than ever to ensure safety, efficiency, and compliance.

This blog outlines the latest best practices for designing, installing, and maintaining LV electrical systems according to international standards and industry trends.

What Is an LV Electrical Installation?

LV (Low Voltage) refers to electrical systems that operate at voltages up to 1000V AC or 1500V DC. These installations include:

· Electrical panels and switchboards

· Distribution circuits

· Lighting systems

· Sockets and fixed appliances

· Motor control systems

Proper LV installation ensures that power is distributed safely and efficiently without risk of fire, equipment failure, or personnel injury.

Why Best Practices Matter in 2025

In the age of smart buildings, renewable integration, and digital energy management, the quality of your LV installation affects:

· Operational reliability

· Energy efficiency

· System lifespan

· User safety

· Regulatory compliance

Failing to adhere to best practices can result in costly downtime, legal penalties, and even life-threatening hazards.

Top Best Practices for Safe and Efficient LV Electrical Installations

1. Conduct Detailed Load Analysis

Before starting any LV installation, carry out a comprehensive load assessment to determine the power requirements, load types, and future expansion needs. This ensures:

· Proper cable sizing

· Correct protection device selection

· Optimized system capacity

Use load flow software tools and factor in diversity and demand coefficients for accuracy.

2. Follow International Standards (IEC, NEC)

Compliance with recognized standards ensures installations meet safety and performance benchmarks. Key references include:

· IEC 60364 for LV electrical installations

· NEC (NFPA 70) for code-compliant wiring in the U.S.

· ISO 50001 for energy management integration

Also, refer to local electrical regulations where applicable.

3. Use Certified, High-Quality Components

Always use LV components from certified manufacturers — this includes:

· Circuit breakers (MCCBs/MCBs)

· Residual current devices (RCDs)

· Surge protection devices (SPDs)

· Busbars, cables, and enclosures

Poor-quality components may not withstand fault conditions, leading to short circuits, fires, or system failure.

4. Ensure Proper Cable Management and Sizing

Correct cable selection and layout are critical:

· Size cables based on current capacity, voltage drop, and ambient temperature

· Use LSZH (Low Smoke Zero Halogen) cables for fire safety

· Label and route cables cleanly using trays, ducts, and tie-downs

Improper cable management is a leading cause of overheating and system inefficiency.

5. Install Proper Earthing and Grounding Systems

An effective earthing system protects against:

· Electric shock

· Equipment damage

· Lightning surges

Use TT, TN, or IT systems as per the application and ensure resistance values are within acceptable limits (e.g., <1 ohm for sensitive equipment).

6. Use Protection Coordination and Selectivity

Install protective devices in a coordinated hierarchy to ensure:

· Quick isolation of faults

· Minimal disruption to unaffected areas

· Avoidance of cascading tripping

Selectivity between breakers and fuses enhances safety and ensures continuity of service.

7. Integrate Smart Monitoring and Control

Modern LV installations benefit from IoT-enabled devices and energy monitoring software. This helps with:

· Real-time energy usage tracking

· Predictive maintenance alerts

· Power quality monitoring

· Remote switching and control

Smart LV systems are increasingly used in data centers, green buildings, and industrial automation setups.

8. Conduct Periodic Testing and Maintenance

Post-installation, regular inspection and testing ensure sustained safety and performance. Best practices include:

· Thermal imaging to detect overheating

· Insulation resistance testing

· RCD trip time checks

· Earth loop impedance measurement

Document all tests and create a preventive maintenance schedule based on manufacturer recommendations and operating conditions.

Common Mistakes to Avoid

· Overloading circuits without upgrading breakers

· Skipping grounding in temporary setups

· Using outdated wiring diagrams

· Mixing incompatible components

· Neglecting ventilation in panel enclosures

Conclusion

Safe and efficient LV electrical installations in 2025 require more than just technical knowledge — they demand a proactive approach that combines regulatory compliance, technology integration, and quality workmanship. By following these best practices, contractors and facility managers can minimize risks, optimize performance, and build future-ready electrical systems.

Whether you’re designing a commercial building, upgrading an industrial site, or installing a smart home system, investing in safe LV practices today is the smartest move for tomorrow.

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Why You Need Professional Data Cabling Services in Brisbane

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FAQs:

Q1. What are the benefits of professional data cabling in Brisbane?

Ans: Professional data cabling services in Brisbane offer faster data transfer, reduced downtime, and reliable network performance. Expert installation also ensures compliance with safety standards and allows for future scalability.

Q2. Are budget-friendly data cabling solutions reliable?Ans: Yes, affordable doesn’t mean low quality. Reputable companies offer data cable installation in Brisbane that is both cost-effective and meets industry standards for durability, performance, and safety.

Q3. How long does data cable installation typically take?

Ans: The installation timeline depends on the size and complexity of the project. A small office setup might take a day, while large commercial installations may require several days. Data cabling services in Brisbane will provide a clear project timeline during assessment.

Q4. Does ShieldPro Security offer customized cabling solutions?

Ans: Yes. ShieldPro Security provides tailored data cabling in Brisbane based on property layout, bandwidth needs, and budget. They also offer consultation, assessment, and post-installation support.