Hanif Salahudin
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Color Pattern Names
If I were to present to you a paint chip and inquire about its color, what would be your response? Similarly, what about this one? And this one? Presumably, you would identify them as blue, purple, and brown, respectively. However, if your mother tongue is Wobé from Côte d’Ivoire, you would likely employ a single term for all three. This discrepancy arises from the fact that not all languages possess the same number of fundamental color categories. While English has 11, Russian has 12, and certain languages, such as Wobé, only have 3. Researchers have discovered that if a language has only 3 or 4 basic colors, they can typically anticipate what those colors will be. How do they accomplish this feat?
By Hanif Salahudin2 years ago in History
Is It OK
There exists a ubiquitous two-letter term that is commonly heard in various contexts. It is often expressed as "OK" or "okay". For instance, it is frequently used to inquire about someone's well-being, as in "Are you okay, Annie?" or to address a group of women, as in "Okay ladies...". It is widely recognized as one of the most familiar words worldwide. Its usage is also commonly expressed through the exclamation "OK!" or simply "OK".
By Hanif Salahudin2 years ago in History
Farming the Unfarmable
Crop circles located in the midst of the Saudi Arabian desert are discernible even from outer space. Additionally, wind turbines have been implemented to induce precipitation in regions where it is scarcely observed. These innovations have the potential to significantly mitigate the expansion of deserts, which pose a grave threat to the sustenance of over a billion individuals. The human-induced conversion of arid lands into barren wastelands has rendered them inhospitable to life. The prospect of rejuvenating and rehabilitating these areas is undoubtedly feasible and viable.
By Hanif Salahudin2 years ago in Earth
Is Recycling a Lost Cause. Content Warning.
It is a challenging task to narrate the story of plastic's fate in a coherent manner. Despite the extensive media coverage and news reports, the discourse on plastic waste appears to have been resolved and won. However, upon closer examination of the statistics, it is evident that the production of plastic has significantly increased and is projected to rise further in the next decade. The mounting production of plastic necessitates an understanding of its ultimate destination after consumption. It is imperative to comprehend the fate of plastic waste to address the issue effectively.
By Hanif Salahudin2 years ago in Earth
Unpreparedness of Clean Energy
The state of Vermont boasts one of the most environmentally friendly power grids in the United States, with two thirds of its electricity being derived from renewable energy sources such as solar, wind, and hydroelectric plants. The current objective is to increase this figure to 75% by the year 2032. It was therefore surprising when a new solar project in the region was recently denied, given the area's potential for renewable energy despite its low population. The existing power plants, in conjunction with a regular power supply from Canada, already contribute approximately 450 megawatts of electricity to the grid. However, the grid's capacity is limited to around 450 megawatts, rendering it incapable of accommodating any additional power generated in the area.
By Hanif Salahudin2 years ago in Earth
Green Energy Network Proposition
The transition from fossil fuels to renewable energy, commonly referred to as the Great Energy Transition, encompasses a multitude of dimensions. These include the creation of new job opportunities, the emergence of electric vehicles, the use of biofuelled planes, the replacement of gas boilers with more sustainable alternatives, and the implementation of triple glazing. However, for those residing in rural communities near the idyllic village of Beauly, the transition entails the installation of pylons and cables in four directions, the construction of a vast new substation, and the incessant buzz that disrupts their sleep. These individuals find themselves at the intersection of a vast network of infrastructure that is being planned to transport power from its source to the central Highlands, and ultimately to the homes, businesses, hospitals, and schools located in the southern regions where the majority of demand exists.
By Hanif Salahudin2 years ago in Earth
Why Forest Fire Suppression is Actually Disastrous
During the summer of 1910, the western region of the United States was engulfed in flames. The confluence of scorching temperatures, arid conditions, and gale-force winds fueled the inferno, culminating in a catastrophic firestorm. The conflagration ravaged an expanse of 3 million acres within a mere two days, reducing entire towns to cinders and claiming the lives of nearly 90 individuals. The magnitude of the devastation wrought by the blaze was so profound that it significantly influenced US forest policy for many years to come, particularly for a nascent agency. Following the 1910 conflagration, the US Forest Service shifted its primary focus to fire suppression, which initially proved to be highly effective. For several decades, the majority of accidental and natural forest fires were promptly extinguished.
By Hanif Salahudin2 years ago in Earth
Missing Plastic Garbage in Ocean
The Great Pacific Garbage Patch is situated between Hawaii and California, occupying an area approximately twice the size of Texas. Over the course of several decades, a significant amount of plastic waste has accumulated in this region due to the presence of swirling ocean currents. The appearance of the patch resembles a cloudy soup, as the plastic objects are widely dispersed and vary in size from large debris to microscopic particles. It is worth noting that there are at least four other garbage patches of similar nature across the globe, which were discovered by scientists in the 1990s. It was hypothesized that these patches serve as a final destination for a considerable amount of plastic waste that ends up floating on the surface of the ocean.
By Hanif Salahudin2 years ago in Earth
Big Concrete Problem
Let us consider a moderately-sized skyscraper, standing at approximately 100 meters and comprising 30 stories. It is highly probable that a structure of this magnitude was constructed using concrete, a material that incorporates cement. In this instance, the quantity of cement utilized would have amounted to roughly 6,000 tons, resulting in the emission of approximately 4,600 metric tons of carbon into the atmosphere during the manufacturing process. This is equivalent to the emissions generated by driving a car for a distance of 12 million miles. When extrapolated to encompass all the buildings worldwide, this calculation fails to fully encapsulate the carbon footprint of cement.
By Hanif Salahudin2 years ago in Earth
Are Steel Houses Thoroughly Good
In June of 1947, Architectural Forum selected a distinctive cover star: The Lustron. This innovative home was constructed with a steel frame, steel panels, and a steel roof, and many of these homes still exist today. The Lustron represented a new concept in post-World War II American housing, as it was a factory-made home that could be shipped across the country with an accompanying instruction manual for each individual component. The exterior and interior of the home were both constructed entirely of steel. From 1947 to 1950, Lustron produced numerous homes, but just three years after the cover shot, the future of housing became a mere footnote. The failure of the Lustron home is not simply an anomaly in the realm of home building, but rather a tale of post-war optimism, technological limitations, and a testing ground for the collaboration between government and private industry.
By Hanif Salahudin2 years ago in History
Entangling Trap of Modern Phones
The pervasive use of smartphones is a phenomenon that affects a significant portion of the global population, with over 2.5 billion individuals owning such devices. Unfortunately, many individuals struggle with the compulsion to constantly check their phones. In response to this issue, a new application has been developed to address phone addiction. The problem of addiction is a lucrative one, and it appears that our society may be comprised of smartphone addicts. This is due in part to the fact that these devices are designed to maintain our attention, and are intentionally addictive. However, by becoming aware of the tactics employed to capture our focus, it is possible to cultivate a healthier relationship with our phones. It is my belief that we are living in a world that resembles the Truman Show, where everything is orchestrated to entertain or engage us, without our conscious awareness.
By Hanif Salahudin2 years ago in 01
Flawed Designed World
FLAWED DESIGNED WORLD In 1989, the Shinkansen Bullet Train of Japan encountered a predicament. Despite its remarkable speed, clocking in at approximately 170 miles per hour, it produced a deafening noise upon exiting tunnels. This noise emanated from various sources, but the train's rapid entry into tunnels caused atmospheric pressure waves to surge through the opposite end. Consequently, the air exiting the tunnels created a sonic boom that could be heard up to 400 meters away.
By Hanif Salahudin2 years ago in Earth
