Just got news from the Canadian Press  that Rick Hillier – Chief of Canada’s defence staff has stepped down, submitting his resignation. While it isn’t the end of the Military in Canada, it most certainly is an end to a capable, savvy, and determined military man who has done more to bring Canada’s military into [...]

Libby Originally uploaded by ‘Scratch’ Meet Libby. She’s the newest member of the family. She’s 5 years old and looks pretty good for her age. (Never rode hard – or put away wet.) On deck? New Shocks / Springs, Trailer Hitch, Tow Hooks, Muffler, and a replacement stereo – cause the factory one blows.

Apparently – NASA engineers bit off more than they could chew after creating artificial intelligence for the new robotic components of the Canadarm on the ISS. See note from NASA for the gritty details on “Dextre”. http://antwrp.gsfc.nasa.gov/apod/ap080401.html