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| Griffith Park Helicopter Crash Lawyers VideoWed, 07 Jan 2009 16:35:25 -0800 by baumhedlundHelicopter Shot Peening ProcessGriffith Park Helicopter Crash Trial AnimationThe Bell 205A-1 tail rotor yoke is heat treated, forged 15-5 PH (precipitation hardened) stainless steel with an ultimate tensile strength of 170-200 KSI. The yoke has cross-sections of reduced thickness to allow for flexure, and cadmium plating for corrosion resistance. After the yoke in this case was machined, it underwent a process called "shot peening." This animation depicts the shot peening process - tiny beads are blasted onto the yoke. This process induces residual compressive stresses that impart greater fatigue strength to the yoke. One of the issues in the case was whether this Bell 205A-1 tail rotor yoke had been subjected to shot peening that did not conform to Bell Helicopter Process Specification (BPS) 4409. Inadequate shot peening reduces the residual compressive stress and fatigue strength of the yoke. Baum Hedlund had this animation prepared as one of several to be shown as evidence during the 2006 product liability trial at Los Angeles Superior Court against Bell Helicopter Textron, Inc., and Bell Technical Services, Inc. The trial was conducted by lead trial counsel Ronald L. M. Goldman and J. Clark Aristei of Baum, Hedlund, Aristei & Goldman.History: A Bell Model 205A-1 helicopter, owned and operated by the LAFD crashed in Griffith Park during an airlift rescue operation in Los Angeles on March 23, 1998. The helicopter was airlifting an injured child from a car accident when the helicopter's tail rotor yoke failed and caused the aircraft to crash, destroying the helicopter and killing the child, two LAFD paramedics and an LAFD helicopter apparatus operator. Read more at: http://www.airplanec rash-lawyer.com/Prac ticeAreas/Helicopter -accidents.asp Related: shot peening helicopter crash attorney aviation accident lawyer airlift rescue operation product liability trial baum | |
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| Elvis Presley - Shake Rattle and RollWed, 07 Jan 2009 16:35:13 -0800 by JBauder1948Elvis Aaron Presley, in the humblest of circumstances, was born to Vernon and Gladys Presley in a two-room house in Tupelo, Mississippi on January 8, 1935. His twin brother, Jessie Garon, was stillborn, leaving Elvis to grow up as an only child. He and his parents moved to Memphis, Tennessee in 1948, and Elvis graduated from Humes High School there in 1953. Elvis musical influences were the pop and country music of the time, the gospel music he heard in church and at the all-night gospel sings he frequently attended, and the black R&B he absorbed on historic Beale Street as a Memphis teenager. In 1954, he began his singing career with the legendary Sun Records label in Memphis. In late 1955, his recording contract was sold to RCA Victor. By 1956, he was an international sensation. With a sound and style that uniquely combined his diverse musical influences and blurred and challenged the social and racial barriers of the time, he ushered in a whole new era of American music and popular culture. He starred in 33 successful films, made history with his television appearances and specials, and knew great acclaim through his many, often record-breaking, live concert performances on tour and in Las Vegas. Globally, he has sold over one billion records, more than any other artist. His American sales have earned him gold, platinum or multi-platinum awards for 150 different albums and singles, far more than any other artist. Among his many awards and accolades were 14 Grammy nominations (3 wins) from the National Academy of Recording Arts & Sciences, the Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award, which he received at age 36, and his being named One of the Ten Outstanding Young Men of the Nation for 1970 by the United States Jaycees. Without any of the special privileges his celebrity status might have afforded him, he honorably served his country in the U.S. Army. His talent, good looks, sensuality, charisma, and good humor endeared him to millions, as did the humility and human kindness he demonstrated throughout his life. Known the world over by his first name, he is regarded as one of the most important figures of twentieth century popular culture. Elvis died at his Memphis home, Graceland, on August 16, 1977. January 27, 1956 "Heartbreak Hotel" b/w "I Was the One" is shipped by RCA and sells over 300,000 copies in its first three weeks on the market. It is soon to go to number one on Billboards pop singles chart for eight weeks and hit number one on the country chart and number five on the R&B chart. It becomes the first Elvis single to sell over one million copies, thus earning Elvis his very first gold record award. Related: rock rockabilly | |
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| Inn on Ferry StreetWed, 07 Jan 2009 16:20:51 -0800 by travelandtransitionsMy abode for my last two days in Detroit was the Inn on Ferry Street, a beautifully renovated complex of six historic buildings. It encompasses four mansions as well as two carriage houses that were each built for prominent Detroit families. After many years of languishing, these buildings have been re-functioned into 42 stunning guest rooms.Ferry Street itself is a historic street in the Midtown Detroit District, which is also referred to as Detroits Cultural Centre. It is surrounded by a large number of museums, including the Detroit Institute of Arts, the Museum of African American History, the Detroit Historical Museum, the Main Branch of the Detroit Public Library, the Detroit Science Centre and the Museum of Contemporary Art Detroit.I had a chance to sit down with Sue Mosey, the driving force behind the renovation of the six buildings that make up the Inn on Ferry Street. Sue is an urban planner and the President of the University Cultural Center Association, a non-profit organization that has aided in planning and developing nearly $400 million in new residential projects in Detroits Midtown area.Under the guidance of the University Center Cultural Association, the Inn on Ferry Street was renovated at a cost of about $8.5 million and today features 42 gorgeously designed guest rooms, a large breakfast room (breakfast is included free of charge), a business centre with complimentary meeting space for guests and great common areas in all the buildings that allow the guests to socialize and relax.Sue and I talked about the socio-economic history of Detroit and the unique factors that shaped this city. We also touched on some of the planned new developments and some of the festivals and special events that highlight the calendar of the city.The Inn on Ferry Street itself is a great hospitality establishment with excellent amenities. In addition to the business centre, it provides free Internet access, a free shuttle service covering the midtown and downtown areas, valet service and room service. A big breakfast buffet is available every day from 6 am to 10 am at no extra charge, and coffees, teas and fresh fruit are available during the day.I was staying in a two bedroom suite with a separate sitting room in the Raymond C. Smith Carriage House that was built in 1892 and holds seven guest bedrooms. The Scott House is the main building of the complex since it is the location of the reception area, the breakfast room and the business centre. It also features 3 guest bedrooms.The Pungs House was built in 1892 for a railway magnate and holds nine uniquely decorated guest bedrooms while the Owen House dates back to 1887 and used to belong to the owner of a dry goods firm. It consists of seven luxurious bedrooms and two large executives. The main floor holds a glamorous parlour with a baby grand piano and two fireplaces.The Roehm House finally was constructed in 1888 for the president of the Detroit Carriage Company. Nine guest bedrooms are located here and the popular second floor suite offers ultimate luxury with its Jacuzzi tub, private balcony and Asian influenced décor.The Inn on Ferry Street offers a great location in Detroits Cultural Center and is a prime example of some of the architectural rejuvenation that has been happening in various parts of the city. Related: usa michigan detroit "inn on ferry street" "bed and breakfast" | |
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| Helicopter Crash Attorney's Cracking Animation VideoWed, 07 Jan 2009 16:20:33 -0800 by baumhedlundhttp://www.airplanec rash-lawyer.com/Prac ticeAreas/Helicopter -accidents.aspBell 205A-1 Helicopter Part Fails -Bell Helicopter's Cracked Yoke Leads to CrashThis animation depicts the forces being exerted on the tail rotor blades, which weaken the tail rotor yoke and resulted in a crack in the tail rotor yoke. If large enough, these forces may result in "static overload" damage, which creates a loss of compressive residual stress and a resulting fatigue fracture. Static overloads occur when the tail rotor is stationary, not when a helicopter is in flight. Static overload can be caused by improper ground handling (such as using the tail rotor blade as a handhold to move the helicopter), collision with a vehicle, improper bearing removal while the yoke is off the helicopter, and wind gust or jet blast. The resulting crack eventually propagates throughout the yoke, causing it to separate and fail in flight. Baum Hedlund had this animation prepared as one of several to be shown as evidence during their 2006 product liability trial at Los Angeles Superior Court against Bell Helicopter Textron, Inc., and Bell Technical Services, Inc. History: A Bell Model 205A-1 helicopter, owned and operated by the LAFD crashed in Griffith Park during an airlift rescue operation in Los Angeles on March 23, 1998. The helicopter was airlifting an injured child from a car accident when the helicopter's tail rotor yoke failed and caused the aircraft to crash, destroying the helicopter and killing the child, two LAFD paramedics and an LAFD helicopter apparatus operator. Related: helicopter lawyer aviation attorney bell cracked yoke tail rotor blades crash fatigue fracture | |
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| Dark Start wHUDWed, 07 Jan 2009 16:19:12 -0800 by kcjaeger2003 Corvette Convertible, low miles, Auto, 50th Anniversary Edition WOW!!THIS IS A WINTER SPECIAL EXTREMELY DISCOUNTED PRICE. Check the book value at www.kbb.com and see what kind of deal I am offering. Remember to check the 50th Anniversary, and suspension options. This is the largest savings off private party value Ive ever seen or heard about. Its a California convertible which has never seen snow or salty roads and has only just turned 50,000 miles. This is NOT a salvage vehicle and has zero accident history. I can email a history report upon request. All the equipment is in perfect working order. This Vette is absolutely beautiful. One look and you can tell it was well taken care of. NOT ONE DING or dent in 50,000 miles!! Car is loaded and comes with the heads up display, magnetic selective ride control, 50th anniversary edition bagging, paint, wheels, and more. Youre welcome to call or email me with any questions you may have. Despite the season, I anticipate a lot of interest in this Corvette seeing how it is such a desired edition, but mainly due to the discounted price Im offering. For this reason, you may want to contact me early to hold a place for you. Ill sell it to the first comer who will meet the asking price of $21,349- simple as that.Thanks,KC612-80 5-2222 Minneapolis Minnesota Corvette competitors: BMW Nissan 350z Porsche Cayman boxter 911 lotus gt-r elise exige m3 rx-8 gt500 Firehawk ws6 gto cobra ford dodge challenger viper mustang Audi a5 s5 m6 z4 r8 svt Related: minneapolis minnesota corvette competitors: bmw nissan 350z porsche cayman boxter 911 lotus gt-r elise exige m3 rx-8 gt500 firehawk ws6 gto cobra ford dodge challenger viper mustang audi a5 s5 m6 z4 r8 svt) | |
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