以下的設計是以按壓式做創新的結構設計,雖然已有日商做類似的產品推出,但此設計完全是不同的獨創思考設計方式.有需要的設計師可以參考討論.
主要零件
1.Protect Cover 保護殼
2.Push Case 按壓盒
3. Spring 1 按壓彈簧 數量 2
4. Spring 2 導軌彈簧
5. Guider 導向件
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2012年3月30日 星期五
按壓式隨身碟結構設計
市面上隨身碟的產品多如鯽魚過江之狀,如果沒有不同的特色,則很難引起消費者的注意與興趣.故如何著手將此產品創造出設計巧思.這可謂是突圍而出殺出血路的方法之一.
以下的設計是以按壓式做創新的結構設計,雖然已有日商做類似的產品推出,但此設計完全是不同的獨創思考設計方式.有需要的設計師可以參考討論.
主要零件
1.Protect Cover 保護殼
2.Push Case 按壓盒
3. Spring 1 按壓彈簧 數量 2
4. Spring 2 導軌彈簧
5. Guider 導向件
以下的設計是以按壓式做創新的結構設計,雖然已有日商做類似的產品推出,但此設計完全是不同的獨創思考設計方式.有需要的設計師可以參考討論.
主要零件
1.Protect Cover 保護殼
2.Push Case 按壓盒
3. Spring 1 按壓彈簧 數量 2
4. Spring 2 導軌彈簧
5. Guider 導向件
2012年3月27日 星期二
2012年3月25日 星期日
2012年3月23日 星期五
The Shanghai
Old and news ,East and West meet in Shanghai
Shanghai dazzles visitors with its variety of places new and old , East and West . New Shanghai begins at the airport with a step onto the Maglev , Shanghai's high-speed train . Reaching 431 km/h , it whisks travelers the 32 kilometers from the airport to Pudong in eight minutes . Visitors disembark from the Maglev at Pudong , where Shanghai's modern side awaits right outside the station .
Twenty years of intense development has given Pudong - and Shanghai - a new skyline . People usually first notice the Oriental Pearl Tower , which has come to symbolize Shanghai .Besides serving as a TV and radio tower , the Oriental Pearl houses museums and a rotating restaurant . South of it stands the 421m tall Jim Mao Tower , which has hosted BASE-jumping events from just above its 88th floor . The Shanghai World Financial Center , the city's tallest building , towers above both structures at 492 m . The 100th-floor observatory has glass floors , giving visitors a bird's eye view of the city .
The best view of Pudong's skyline , however , is from across the Huangpu River on a walk along the Bund.
The west's influence on Shanghai is very apparent on the Bund . European countries and America established concessions here between the early 1840s and 1943 . Visiting the Bund takes one back to that era. 52 buildings , All built in fashionable European styles , line this famous section of East Zongshan First Road .
The HSBC building , which now houses the Shanghai Pudong Development Bank , dominates the Bund . Inside, visitor's gazes are drawn to colorful mosaics on the dome ceiling . Another remarkable building , the Customs House , stands next door . The clock on top , nicknamed "Big Ch'ing" and similar in design to London's Big Ben , arrives from England in 1843 .
Just south of the Bund, the traditional buildings and tiny lanes of the old Chinese city take visitors back in time . Here , the Yuyuan Gardens are the main attraction . Built in 1577 by a government official for his parents , the Yuyuan Gardens occupy an area of two hectares . The carefully designed gardens , calm ponds and exquisite buildings provide a respite for visitors . Nearby , Shanghai's Old Street is a great place to bargain for souvenirs .
While the Bund and old Chinese city interest history buffs , Nanjing Road excites shoppers . Shanghai's premier shopping destination , Nanjing Road boasts 5.5 km of shops , malls , restaurants and excitement . Colorful neon signs light up the street at night when thousands of people flood the area .
The People's Square , which divides Nanjing East and West Roads , offers great cultural experiences , including the Shanghai Museum . The museum displays 120K pieces of ancient Chinese art including impressive collections of bronzes , ceramics and paintings .
Shanghai's past and present meet in Xintiandi , one of Shanghai's hottest nightlife destinations . Just nine years ago , Xintiandi was a crowded , old community of shabby , shikumen-style houses . Today , restored shikumen exteriors open into restaurants , shops and art galleries . Photographer Guo Changyao comments, "In the 21st century , if you don't go to Xintiandi , then you haven't seen Shanghai . "
To truly experience Shanghai , one must explore all its sides . The beauty of the city lies in its old and new , West and East .
Tips
1. Dazzle (v) 使讚嘆不已;使目眩
2. Whisk (v) 迅速帶走(移動)
3. Dominate (v) 俯瞰 ; 佔主要地位
4. Bargain (v) 討價還價
5. Boast (v) 以擁有---自豪
6.Shabby (adj) 破敗的
7. BASE-jump (v) 定點跳傘;低空跳傘
8. Concession (n) 租界
9. Mosaic (n) 鑲嵌工藝(圖案)
10. Buff (n) 迷 ,愛好者
11. Shikumen - stone gate
Reference
1. Studio Classroom September 2009
Shanghai dazzles visitors with its variety of places new and old , East and West . New Shanghai begins at the airport with a step onto the Maglev , Shanghai's high-speed train . Reaching 431 km/h , it whisks travelers the 32 kilometers from the airport to Pudong in eight minutes . Visitors disembark from the Maglev at Pudong , where Shanghai's modern side awaits right outside the station .
Twenty years of intense development has given Pudong - and Shanghai - a new skyline . People usually first notice the Oriental Pearl Tower , which has come to symbolize Shanghai .Besides serving as a TV and radio tower , the Oriental Pearl houses museums and a rotating restaurant . South of it stands the 421m tall Jim Mao Tower , which has hosted BASE-jumping events from just above its 88th floor . The Shanghai World Financial Center , the city's tallest building , towers above both structures at 492 m . The 100th-floor observatory has glass floors , giving visitors a bird's eye view of the city .
The best view of Pudong's skyline , however , is from across the Huangpu River on a walk along the Bund.
The west's influence on Shanghai is very apparent on the Bund . European countries and America established concessions here between the early 1840s and 1943 . Visiting the Bund takes one back to that era. 52 buildings , All built in fashionable European styles , line this famous section of East Zongshan First Road .
The HSBC building , which now houses the Shanghai Pudong Development Bank , dominates the Bund . Inside, visitor's gazes are drawn to colorful mosaics on the dome ceiling . Another remarkable building , the Customs House , stands next door . The clock on top , nicknamed "Big Ch'ing" and similar in design to London's Big Ben , arrives from England in 1843 .
Just south of the Bund, the traditional buildings and tiny lanes of the old Chinese city take visitors back in time . Here , the Yuyuan Gardens are the main attraction . Built in 1577 by a government official for his parents , the Yuyuan Gardens occupy an area of two hectares . The carefully designed gardens , calm ponds and exquisite buildings provide a respite for visitors . Nearby , Shanghai's Old Street is a great place to bargain for souvenirs .
While the Bund and old Chinese city interest history buffs , Nanjing Road excites shoppers . Shanghai's premier shopping destination , Nanjing Road boasts 5.5 km of shops , malls , restaurants and excitement . Colorful neon signs light up the street at night when thousands of people flood the area .
The People's Square , which divides Nanjing East and West Roads , offers great cultural experiences , including the Shanghai Museum . The museum displays 120K pieces of ancient Chinese art including impressive collections of bronzes , ceramics and paintings .
Shanghai's past and present meet in Xintiandi , one of Shanghai's hottest nightlife destinations . Just nine years ago , Xintiandi was a crowded , old community of shabby , shikumen-style houses . Today , restored shikumen exteriors open into restaurants , shops and art galleries . Photographer Guo Changyao comments, "In the 21st century , if you don't go to Xintiandi , then you haven't seen Shanghai . "
To truly experience Shanghai , one must explore all its sides . The beauty of the city lies in its old and new , West and East .
Tips
1. Dazzle (v) 使讚嘆不已;使目眩
2. Whisk (v) 迅速帶走(移動)
3. Dominate (v) 俯瞰 ; 佔主要地位
4. Bargain (v) 討價還價
5. Boast (v) 以擁有---自豪
6.Shabby (adj) 破敗的
7. BASE-jump (v) 定點跳傘;低空跳傘
8. Concession (n) 租界
9. Mosaic (n) 鑲嵌工藝(圖案)
10. Buff (n) 迷 ,愛好者
11. Shikumen - stone gate
Reference
1. Studio Classroom September 2009
2012年3月17日 星期六
Watch your environmental occupation
Did you know that the average toilet seat is 400 times cleaner than your desk ? Or that there are more than 10 million germs on the average desk ? Your desk isn't the only thing harboring germs .Your phone , keyboard , light switches , buttons on the elevator and door handles - each of these things is loaded with countless microbes . In one study , Dr. Charles Gerba , a microbiologist at the University of Arizona and his researchers found that an infected person can leave a trail of viruses on every surface he touches . The viruses can survive on surfaces for up to three days .
Here are five of the germiest occupation , in order from most to least germy .
The First is teacher - Average amount of bacteria per square inch : 17,800 . Why it's germy : Kid's desktops are probably the dirtiest objects in a classroom . Additionally , when children turn in tests and assignments , they hand in germs too .Teachers had 5 times more germs on their phones and nearly 27 times more germs on the computer keys than other professions studied .
The Second is accountant - Average amount of bacteria per square inch: 6,030 . Why it's germy : Accountants tend to spend a great deal of time behind their desks . Accountants ' desks and pens ranked No .1 , Averaging 12,600 and 2,350 bacteria per square inch , respectively .
The Third is banker - Average amount of bacteria per square inch : 5,400 . Why it's germy : Everyone knows how dirty money is . When you think about the one core duty of bankers handling money- it's no surprise the germs bankers come in contact with .
The forth is radio DJ - Average amount of bacteria per square inch : 3,323. Why it's germy : Radio DJs often work in shifts , with several people coming in and out of the station a day. As we said before , an infected person can leave a trail of viruses on every surface he touches . So many people using the same equipment is bound to garner a lot of bacterial .
The Fifth is Doctor - Average amount of bacteria per square inch : 2,620 . Why it's germy :As professionals who serve sick people , it's no surprise doctors are their own source of germs .
Reference
1. Contents - Studio Classroom 2009 September
Here are five of the germiest occupation , in order from most to least germy .
The First is teacher - Average amount of bacteria per square inch : 17,800 . Why it's germy : Kid's desktops are probably the dirtiest objects in a classroom . Additionally , when children turn in tests and assignments , they hand in germs too .Teachers had 5 times more germs on their phones and nearly 27 times more germs on the computer keys than other professions studied .
The Second is accountant - Average amount of bacteria per square inch: 6,030 . Why it's germy : Accountants tend to spend a great deal of time behind their desks . Accountants ' desks and pens ranked No .1 , Averaging 12,600 and 2,350 bacteria per square inch , respectively .
The Third is banker - Average amount of bacteria per square inch : 5,400 . Why it's germy : Everyone knows how dirty money is . When you think about the one core duty of bankers handling money- it's no surprise the germs bankers come in contact with .
The forth is radio DJ - Average amount of bacteria per square inch : 3,323. Why it's germy : Radio DJs often work in shifts , with several people coming in and out of the station a day. As we said before , an infected person can leave a trail of viruses on every surface he touches . So many people using the same equipment is bound to garner a lot of bacterial .
The Fifth is Doctor - Average amount of bacteria per square inch : 2,620 . Why it's germy :As professionals who serve sick people , it's no surprise doctors are their own source of germs .
Reference
1. Contents - Studio Classroom 2009 September
2012年3月14日 星期三
Deaflympics Taipei 2009
On September 2009 , Taipei welcomes athletes from around the world to the 21st Summer Deaflympics . The world's oldest competition for athletes with disabilities , these games showcase the incredibly talented competitors from the world's deaf community .
Sound holds a very important place in most athletic competitions . Fans cheer , coaches shout directions and referees blow whistles to start , stop and control play .More importantly , major events like the Olympics provide participants with the chances to talk . laugh and cry with people from different cultures and countries . But unlike hearing people , deaf athletes can't rely on sounds to guide their actions and define their experiences , That's why the Deaflympics have taken on such an important role within the deaf community .
The Deaflympics give deaf athletes a chance to participate in top-notch international athletic competition that might otherwise be closed to them . In order to avoid reliance on sound , the Games have developed unique , visually oriented forms of play . Unlike other sporting events , officials at the deaflympics discard whistles and starter pistols . Instead , play is controlled with flags , and races are started using flashes of light .
Originally known as the International Silent Games , the Deaflympics have been around since 1924 .When they began , deaf people were broadly viewed as being intellectually inferior and were often treated as social outcasts . Almost from the outset , the Games became a means of comparing the ways in which different countries treated their deaf citizens . In this role , the Deaflympics have promoted human rights for deaf people and shown that hearing has little bearing in intelligence or potential .
Just as importantly , the Games have been a means of inspiration for the deaf community . While other competitions for athletes with disabilities employ nondisabled officials and organizers , the Deaflympics are organized and run exclusively by deaf people . This practice allows deaf people from all walks of life to be integral parts of the competition as athletes , officials , volunteers and spectators .
Running from Septermber 5 to 15 , the Taipei Games will feature 20 exciting sports . And with approximately 4,000 athletes representing 81 different countries , this year's Deaflympics are sure to be the focus of a lot of attention .
Tips
1. Has been around 已經存在
Reference
1. Contents - Studio Classroom September 2009
2. Picture - http://cnreviews.com/life/news-issues/deaflympics-world-games-lamas-cross-strait-relations_20090905.html
Sound holds a very important place in most athletic competitions . Fans cheer , coaches shout directions and referees blow whistles to start , stop and control play .More importantly , major events like the Olympics provide participants with the chances to talk . laugh and cry with people from different cultures and countries . But unlike hearing people , deaf athletes can't rely on sounds to guide their actions and define their experiences , That's why the Deaflympics have taken on such an important role within the deaf community .
The Deaflympics give deaf athletes a chance to participate in top-notch international athletic competition that might otherwise be closed to them . In order to avoid reliance on sound , the Games have developed unique , visually oriented forms of play . Unlike other sporting events , officials at the deaflympics discard whistles and starter pistols . Instead , play is controlled with flags , and races are started using flashes of light .
Originally known as the International Silent Games , the Deaflympics have been around since 1924 .When they began , deaf people were broadly viewed as being intellectually inferior and were often treated as social outcasts . Almost from the outset , the Games became a means of comparing the ways in which different countries treated their deaf citizens . In this role , the Deaflympics have promoted human rights for deaf people and shown that hearing has little bearing in intelligence or potential .
Just as importantly , the Games have been a means of inspiration for the deaf community . While other competitions for athletes with disabilities employ nondisabled officials and organizers , the Deaflympics are organized and run exclusively by deaf people . This practice allows deaf people from all walks of life to be integral parts of the competition as athletes , officials , volunteers and spectators .
Running from Septermber 5 to 15 , the Taipei Games will feature 20 exciting sports . And with approximately 4,000 athletes representing 81 different countries , this year's Deaflympics are sure to be the focus of a lot of attention .
Tips
1. Has been around 已經存在
Reference
1. Contents - Studio Classroom September 2009
2. Picture - http://cnreviews.com/life/news-issues/deaflympics-world-games-lamas-cross-strait-relations_20090905.html
2012年3月13日 星期二
Take care your blood pressure
You go for a doctor's visit . When you see the doctor , a nurse wraps a blood pressure cuff around your arm . The cuff squeezes your arm and gives the nurse two numbers . These numbers are your blood pressure .
Both numbers measure the amount of pressure placed on the inside of your blood vessels . The top number measures the pressure while your heart is pumping. And the bottom number measures the amount of pressure while your heart is resting between beats .
In adults, healthy blood pressure numbers should be 120/80 or less . These numbers show that blood moves easily through your body at the right rate . High blood pressure begins at 140/90 , putting you at risk for heart disease . The higher your blood pressure , the greater the risk .
In order to prevent high blood pressure , you should maintain a healthy weight . Exercise regularly and eat healthy foods .Don't eat too much salt , and avoid alcohol and cigarettes . By doing these simple things , you should pass your blood pressure test with flying colors .
PS.
It is can control or decrease blood pressure foods that have water melon , banana , green tea , taro, etc .
Tips
1. Blood pressure 血壓
2. Pass with flying colors 輕鬆通過 (考試或測試)
Reference
1. Contents - Studio Classroom 2009 September 12
2. Picture - http://www.vertex42.com/ExcelTemplates/blood-pressure-chart.html
Both numbers measure the amount of pressure placed on the inside of your blood vessels . The top number measures the pressure while your heart is pumping. And the bottom number measures the amount of pressure while your heart is resting between beats .
In adults, healthy blood pressure numbers should be 120/80 or less . These numbers show that blood moves easily through your body at the right rate . High blood pressure begins at 140/90 , putting you at risk for heart disease . The higher your blood pressure , the greater the risk .
In order to prevent high blood pressure , you should maintain a healthy weight . Exercise regularly and eat healthy foods .Don't eat too much salt , and avoid alcohol and cigarettes . By doing these simple things , you should pass your blood pressure test with flying colors .
PS.
It is can control or decrease blood pressure foods that have water melon , banana , green tea , taro, etc .
Tips
1. Blood pressure 血壓
2. Pass with flying colors 輕鬆通過 (考試或測試)
Reference
1. Contents - Studio Classroom 2009 September 12
2. Picture - http://www.vertex42.com/ExcelTemplates/blood-pressure-chart.html
2012年3月12日 星期一
Dial 119 or 112 differently .
112 is the emergency rescue backup hotline as part of the Global System for Mobile Communication (GSM) . Mobile phone users can dial 112 for emergency assistance as long as the phones is still operate , Whether they can receive a signal , or that the SIM card is still embedded in the phone or not . As soon as the line gets through , you can follow the instructions to get help . Dial 0 for reporting to the police , and 9 to call the fire department . The hotlines works as effective as both 110 and 119 .
Because the 119 hotline has a longstanding history , and it connects you to professional assistance right away . 112 requires callers to follow instructions before the operator comes online . For that reason , the government encourages callers to make 119 the priority emergency hotline . If the reception is poor , or if it fails to connect you to the operator , call 112 .
Both 119 and 112 are free , but don't call these numbers at random , or it may cause delays for those who truly need help . That would be deplorable waste of government resources .
Reference
1. Contents -Studio Classroom September 2009 .
2. Picture - http://www.nfa.gov.tw/Uploads//Links防災宣導/100/其他宣導/119、112救災專線.jpg
Because the 119 hotline has a longstanding history , and it connects you to professional assistance right away . 112 requires callers to follow instructions before the operator comes online . For that reason , the government encourages callers to make 119 the priority emergency hotline . If the reception is poor , or if it fails to connect you to the operator , call 112 .
Both 119 and 112 are free , but don't call these numbers at random , or it may cause delays for those who truly need help . That would be deplorable waste of government resources .
Reference
1. Contents -Studio Classroom September 2009 .
2. Picture - http://www.nfa.gov.tw/Uploads//Links防災宣導/100/其他宣導/119、112救災專線.jpg
2012年3月11日 星期日
早睡早起之益處
早起的人通常是睡眠品質好。而擅於有效率做事的人一般會控制好睡眠時間。日本醫學博士遠藤拓郎，對於所謂「進攻型睡眠」，也就是自我控制睡眠時間；研究發現，每天睡4.5小時的效果最好。
睡眠是由淺眠（快速動眼期）與深眠（非快速動眼期）交替循環出現，約每90分鐘一次，所以睡眠時間最好以此為倍數，理想時間是6小時。但是通常在這壓力極大的社會上班人士不容易達成，因此遠藤拓郎根據成長荷爾蒙、可體松及黑色素的分泌，得到最佳數字：上班期間睡4.5小時，週末則可睡7.5小時。
也就是說，睡眠的關鍵不在時間長短，而是「高品質睡眠」。另外利用時間，適時小睡15分鐘也不可或缺，。良好的睡眠能有效修護並再生腦細胞，彷彿讓大腦適時休息再出發。也因為睡眠中會進行記憶重組及強化，倘若問題苦思無解，可以晚上先列出問題點後再睡，到了隔天早上一般會有較好的解答。
早晨5點半起床，並迎接太陽的環境，會有減低壓力排除憂慮的效果。
美國國家精神衛生研究院（NIMH）1984年針對「冬季憂鬱症」患者的醫學實驗，證明「光線」有助於治療憂鬱症；晚期的研究更證明，光療法對一般憂鬱症同樣具有效果。
睡眠是由淺眠（快速動眼期）與深眠（非快速動眼期）交替循環出現，約每90分鐘一次，所以睡眠時間最好以此為倍數，理想時間是6小時。但是通常在這壓力極大的社會上班人士不容易達成，因此遠藤拓郎根據成長荷爾蒙、可體松及黑色素的分泌，得到最佳數字：上班期間睡4.5小時，週末則可睡7.5小時。
也就是說，睡眠的關鍵不在時間長短，而是「高品質睡眠」。另外利用時間，適時小睡15分鐘也不可或缺，。良好的睡眠能有效修護並再生腦細胞，彷彿讓大腦適時休息再出發。也因為睡眠中會進行記憶重組及強化，倘若問題苦思無解，可以晚上先列出問題點後再睡，到了隔天早上一般會有較好的解答。
早晨5點半起床，並迎接太陽的環境，會有減低壓力排除憂慮的效果。
美國國家精神衛生研究院（NIMH）1984年針對「冬季憂鬱症」患者的醫學實驗，證明「光線」有助於治療憂鬱症；晚期的研究更證明，光療法對一般憂鬱症同樣具有效果。
記得吃早餐.遠藤拓郎指出，腎上腺皮質素是儲存於身體的營養素，具有幫助脂肪及葡萄糖固態物質肝醣代謝，並轉換成熱量的功能。受生物時鐘支配，腎上腺皮質素在深夜3點左右開始大量分泌，在你睡著時，將儲存於體內的脂肪及肝醣轉換成熱量，提供夜晚睡覺時所需能量。所以當你週末熬夜，睡到隔天中午才起床時，是否常感覺：「明明睡得很夠，身體卻還有氣無力？」那是因為中午起床，腎上腺皮質素的分泌已經降低，血糖值也降低了。
因為腎上腺皮質素所製造的葡萄糖通常到上午10點左右便會耗盡，所以要持續在早上有精神動力完成工作，就必須趁腎上腺皮質素還在分泌、及早補充熱量。
早餐吃三大類：第1是能立刻提供熱量的食物，包括柳橙汁、水果、優格,牛奶等維他命脂肪；第2是能讓肚子撐到中午的食物，如蛋、烤魚、納豆等蛋白質食物；第3是麵包、白飯等澱粉類。
適時的運動不論是早上或晚上,令人較驚訝的是專家建議運動是在晚上，而非早晨。
因為腎上腺皮質素所製造的葡萄糖通常到上午10點左右便會耗盡，所以要持續在早上有精神動力完成工作，就必須趁腎上腺皮質素還在分泌、及早補充熱量。
早餐吃三大類：第1是能立刻提供熱量的食物，包括柳橙汁、水果、優格,牛奶等維他命脂肪；第2是能讓肚子撐到中午的食物，如蛋、烤魚、納豆等蛋白質食物；第3是麵包、白飯等澱粉類。
適時的運動不論是早上或晚上,令人較驚訝的是專家建議運動是在晚上，而非早晨。
，專家說因為在傍晚或晚上身體較溫暖，對身體的負擔會比較小。體溫上升時，體內的酵素變得活躍，身體的活動力相對愈佳。其實只要能做到適時運動,對身體有幫助,早上或晚上都可以依照個人的需求持之以恆。
利用時間管理的效率.《時間管理黃金法則》一書作者呂宗昕亦指出，「要談時間管理，應該先回歸到生活管理！」每個上班族都可以擬定一張適合自己的「作息時間表」，而早睡早起，是最能激發黃金體能的作息模式。可以把說時間管理也有所謂的「80 ／ 20 法則」，那麼最能體現「用20 ％時間創造80 ％效益」的，應該就是將早上的時間！將這段思緒最好的時段做最重要事情的處理，一定能收到事半功倍的效果。
參考資料
1.http://www.cheers.com.tw/article/article.action?id=5030795&page=1 Cheers雜誌138期
利用時間管理的效率.《時間管理黃金法則》一書作者呂宗昕亦指出，「要談時間管理，應該先回歸到生活管理！」每個上班族都可以擬定一張適合自己的「作息時間表」，而早睡早起，是最能激發黃金體能的作息模式。可以把說時間管理也有所謂的「80 ／ 20 法則」，那麼最能體現「用20 ％時間創造80 ％效益」的，應該就是將早上的時間！將這段思緒最好的時段做最重要事情的處理，一定能收到事半功倍的效果。
參考資料
1.http://www.cheers.com.tw/article/article.action?id=5030795&page=1 Cheers雜誌138期
2012年3月7日 星期三
Outback Wrangler Flying Crocs
Crocodiles are one of the most dangerous animals in the world . In the countryside of northern Australia , these animals can cause very serious problems , They often attack and eat farmer's cows . Sometimes , they even kill people . Local people deal with this problem by killing the crocodiles . However , some workers have a better solution . They move the crocodiles to parts of the countryside where there are no people . This way , both the crocodiles and the people are safe .
This way not an easy job . To capture the crocodiles , workers set traps . When they catch a crocodile , they have to put rope around its mouth , and move the crocodile into a cage .After that , they connect the cage to a helicopter . Finally , the helicopter files the crocodile to a more distant area . They think this is better than killing the crocodiles .
This kind of work saves many crocodiles every year . However , this is a very dangerous job . Workers have to get in the water and use their hands to move the crocodiles . Some crocodiles try to attack them . These people had better be careful ; the biggest crocodiles are more than five meters long , and weigh more than 400 kilograms .
Reference
1. Contents - ABC 互動英語電子雜誌 116期
This way not an easy job . To capture the crocodiles , workers set traps . When they catch a crocodile , they have to put rope around its mouth , and move the crocodile into a cage .After that , they connect the cage to a helicopter . Finally , the helicopter files the crocodile to a more distant area . They think this is better than killing the crocodiles .
This kind of work saves many crocodiles every year . However , this is a very dangerous job . Workers have to get in the water and use their hands to move the crocodiles . Some crocodiles try to attack them . These people had better be careful ; the biggest crocodiles are more than five meters long , and weigh more than 400 kilograms .
Reference
1. Contents - ABC 互動英語電子雜誌 116期
2012年3月6日 星期二
Norway Is World's Happiest Country
Every year , the United Nations does a study . The study's purpose is to find the happiest country in the world . It measures things like health , education, the economy , and equality between men and women . The latest winner was Norway .
According to the United Nations , things like money and health influence happiness . Therefore , it's no wonder that Norway won first place . Most Norwegians live more than 80 years , and the average income in Norway is about NT$80K per month . The education system in Norway is also very good , and pollution there is low .
Australia won second place . The next three countries were the Netherlands , the United States , and New Zealand . The Highest Asian nation was Japen , which won number 11 .
Tips :
1. It's no wonder that + 子句 難怪 ----
2. First place / Second place 第一名/第二名
2. Picture - http://www.allposters.com/-sp/View-to-the-Royal-Palace-Norwegian-National-Day-17th-May-Oslo-Norway-Scandinavia-Europe-Posters_i2934602_.htm?AID=1027765832
According to the United Nations , things like money and health influence happiness . Therefore , it's no wonder that Norway won first place . Most Norwegians live more than 80 years , and the average income in Norway is about NT$80K per month . The education system in Norway is also very good , and pollution there is low .
Australia won second place . The next three countries were the Netherlands , the United States , and New Zealand . The Highest Asian nation was Japen , which won number 11 .
Tips :
1. It's no wonder that + 子句 難怪 ----
2. First place / Second place 第一名/第二名
Reference
1. Contents - ABC互動電子英語雜誌 116期2. Picture - http://www.allposters.com/-sp/View-to-the-Royal-Palace-Norwegian-National-Day-17th-May-Oslo-Norway-Scandinavia-Europe-Posters_i2934602_.htm?AID=1027765832
2012年3月5日 星期一
Past , Present , And future in Jiufen
Jiufen is a tiny town in the north of Taiwan . It is between the mountains and the ocean , More than a century ago , Jiufen only had nine families . Then , in 1893 , someone discovered gold nearby . After that , more than 4,000 families moved to the area .
Throughout its history , Jiufen has been both rich and poor . After the gold dried up in the 1960's the town's economy died down . However , in the 1980's many movies were about Taiwan's past . The most famous film was A City of Sadness .These movies made many people curious about Jiufen .
Now , Jiufen is enjoying a major comeback . In 2001 , it was even used as a model for Miyazaki's famous movie , Spirited Away .
Theses days . Jiufen is famous for its history and its natural beauty . it's also a great shopping spot . If you've been there , you know all about its Old Street . On Old Street , people can try all kinds of local dishes . Taro dumplings are probably the most popular snack . Hundreds of vendors also sell souvenirs .
Jiufen has Taiwan's oldest movie theater. Shengping Theater used to be the largest theater in northern Taiwan . It was closed for more than 25 years , but it reopened in 2011 .
Jiufen is a perfect place for a pleasant day trip . it also has plenty of hotels , so it's easy to stay the night there . The town is a great combination of Taiwan's past , present , and future .
Tips
1. Dry up (資源) 用盡,匱乏
2. (Something) dies down (某事物)逐漸式微,蕭條
3. (Someone) knows all about + N (某人)對-----瞭若指掌
4. Stay the night 過夜
Reference
1. Contents -ABC互動英語雜誌 116期
2. Picture - http://formosa.bz/Viaje/2009_07/?lang=T&num=5
- http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/File:Taro_Dumpling.jpg
Throughout its history , Jiufen has been both rich and poor . After the gold dried up in the 1960's the town's economy died down . However , in the 1980's many movies were about Taiwan's past . The most famous film was A City of Sadness .These movies made many people curious about Jiufen .
Now , Jiufen is enjoying a major comeback . In 2001 , it was even used as a model for Miyazaki's famous movie , Spirited Away .
Theses days . Jiufen is famous for its history and its natural beauty . it's also a great shopping spot . If you've been there , you know all about its Old Street . On Old Street , people can try all kinds of local dishes . Taro dumplings are probably the most popular snack . Hundreds of vendors also sell souvenirs .
Jiufen has Taiwan's oldest movie theater. Shengping Theater used to be the largest theater in northern Taiwan . It was closed for more than 25 years , but it reopened in 2011 .
Jiufen is a perfect place for a pleasant day trip . it also has plenty of hotels , so it's easy to stay the night there . The town is a great combination of Taiwan's past , present , and future .
Taro Dumplings
Tips
1. Dry up (資源) 用盡,匱乏
2. (Something) dies down (某事物)逐漸式微,蕭條
3. (Someone) knows all about + N (某人)對-----瞭若指掌
4. Stay the night 過夜
Reference
1. Contents -ABC互動英語雜誌 116期
2. Picture - http://formosa.bz/Viaje/2009_07/?lang=T&num=5
- http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/File:Taro_Dumpling.jpg
七里香繁殖方式
繁殖一般都用高壓法，於5～6月選生長健壯的枝條，在適當部位用利刀刻傷樹皮，以苔蘚和腐葉土混合作保濕土，後以保鮮膜包處理覆蓋，常噴水保濕，2個月後傷口就會癒合長出新根，9～10月剪下解開保鮮膜，勿弄散所包的苔蘚腐葉土植於盆中，10月下旬移入室內養護，隔年立春清明間移到室外，正常澆水施肥，2～3年可開花。
分株法，於春季用利刀切取從老株根部攣生的帶根子株，用盆另栽，先放陰涼處10～15天，而後移至陽光充足的地方養護即可。
參考資料
1.http://kmweb.coa.gov.tw/knowledge/knowledge_cp.aspx?ArticleID=232456&ArticleType=A&CategoryId=A&kpi=0
2.
分株法，於春季用利刀切取從老株根部攣生的帶根子株，用盆另栽，先放陰涼處10～15天，而後移至陽光充足的地方養護即可。
參考資料
1.http://kmweb.coa.gov.tw/knowledge/knowledge_cp.aspx?ArticleID=232456&ArticleType=A&CategoryId=A&kpi=0
2.
2012年3月4日 星期日
The 2012 Academy Awards
Once a year , the world's most famous movie stars go to the Academy Awards show . The first Academy Awards show was held in 1929 . This year , we will have the 84th show.
The awards are called "Oscars." Nobody really knows why . Some people say that in 1931 , a winner joked that the small statue looked like her uncle Oscar . After that , the name caught on . These days , people consider Oscars the most important awards in the film business .
This year , a total of 24 awards will be given out . The most famous ones are best Actor , Best Actress , and of course , Best Picture . Other awards include Best Animated Film . As movies become more modern , more and more awards are being developed .
How do they select the winners? About 6,000 people vote for each category. Most of the voters are actors and filmmakers . People can only make decisions for the categories they know well . For example , only actors vote for Best Actor .
You probably know some of the past winners . Best Picture winners include The Lord of the Rings and Slumdog Millionaire last year's winner was The King's Speech . In 2010 , Colin Firth received the award for Best Actor , and Natalie Portman won Best Actress . People love to make guesses about who the winners will be . However , until they tell us the names , we will have no idea who will win .
The Oscars show also has songs , dances , and other performances. This year , actor Billy Crystal will host the show .
Tips.
1. Once a year 一年一次
2. Catch on 流行 , 成為潮流
3. These days 現今
4. Make a guess 猜測
5. (Someone) has no idea ---- (某人)不知道---
The awards are called "Oscars." Nobody really knows why . Some people say that in 1931 , a winner joked that the small statue looked like her uncle Oscar . After that , the name caught on . These days , people consider Oscars the most important awards in the film business .
This year , a total of 24 awards will be given out . The most famous ones are best Actor , Best Actress , and of course , Best Picture . Other awards include Best Animated Film . As movies become more modern , more and more awards are being developed .
How do they select the winners? About 6,000 people vote for each category. Most of the voters are actors and filmmakers . People can only make decisions for the categories they know well . For example , only actors vote for Best Actor .
You probably know some of the past winners . Best Picture winners include The Lord of the Rings and Slumdog Millionaire last year's winner was The King's Speech . In 2010 , Colin Firth received the award for Best Actor , and Natalie Portman won Best Actress . People love to make guesses about who the winners will be . However , until they tell us the names , we will have no idea who will win .
The Oscars show also has songs , dances , and other performances. This year , actor Billy Crystal will host the show .
Tips.
1. Once a year 一年一次
2. Catch on 流行 , 成為潮流
3. These days 現今
4. Make a guess 猜測
5. (Someone) has no idea ---- (某人)不知道---
Reference
1.Picture - http://google-hangout.blogspot.com/2012/01/oscar-award-2012-academy-awards.html
2.Contents : ABC互動英語雜誌 116期
2012年3月3日 星期六
The devoted friends
Once there was a hardworking man named Hans . Hans sold flowers . He had a friend name Hugh . Every day , Hugh took flowers from Hans's garden. Hans loved giving flowers to his friend.
Hans couldn't sell any flowers , because he gave them all to Hugh . When winter came , Hugh's home was warm . Hans had no money , and he was cold . Hans didn't care , as long as his friend was comfortable .
To survive the winter , Hans sold his wheelbarrow . Therefore , when spring cam he could not work . "don't worry," said Hugh . "I'll give you my wheelbarrow ." Hans was so happy that he started to cry.
One day , Hugh said to Hans , "May I borrow a board? I must repair my roof . Remember , I'm going to give you my wheelbarrow . "
" Of course , " said Hans . He needed the board , but he wanted to help his friend out . After all , he was grateful for the wheelbarrow . He gave Hugh the board .
Later , Hugh showed up at Hans's house . Hugh said , "Can you clean my house ? I'm going to give you my wheelbarrow . You should do this for me . " Hans agreed . He cleaned Hugh's entire house . Afterwards , he was very tired .
One night , Hugh knocked on Hans's door . Hugh said , " I must go to a distant town , but there is a storm . Please go for me . Remember that I'm going to give you a wheelbarrow. "
Hans went for Hugh . It was dark , and he couldn't see . He fell into a lake and drowned .
Hugh was very sad. "It's too bad . I was so nice to him . " After the funeral , Hugh went home and saw his wheelbarrow . Its wheel was broken , so he couldn't use it . He left it outside . Nobody ever used it again .
Tips
1. As long as 只要
2. (Someone ) is so + adj + that = (Someone) + V + so + adv + that (某人) 太 --- 以致於----
3. May I + V ? 我可以---嗎 ?
4. Help (someone) out 幫助(某人)
5. Show up 出席 ; 露面
6. Knock on (one's) door 敲(某人)門
7. Go for (someone) 代替(某人)前往
8. Leave (something) (somewhere) 把(某物)留在(某處)
Reference :
1. ABC互動式電子英語雜誌 116期
Hans couldn't sell any flowers , because he gave them all to Hugh . When winter came , Hugh's home was warm . Hans had no money , and he was cold . Hans didn't care , as long as his friend was comfortable .
To survive the winter , Hans sold his wheelbarrow . Therefore , when spring cam he could not work . "don't worry," said Hugh . "I'll give you my wheelbarrow ." Hans was so happy that he started to cry.
One day , Hugh said to Hans , "May I borrow a board? I must repair my roof . Remember , I'm going to give you my wheelbarrow . "
" Of course , " said Hans . He needed the board , but he wanted to help his friend out . After all , he was grateful for the wheelbarrow . He gave Hugh the board .
Later , Hugh showed up at Hans's house . Hugh said , "Can you clean my house ? I'm going to give you my wheelbarrow . You should do this for me . " Hans agreed . He cleaned Hugh's entire house . Afterwards , he was very tired .
One night , Hugh knocked on Hans's door . Hugh said , " I must go to a distant town , but there is a storm . Please go for me . Remember that I'm going to give you a wheelbarrow. "
Hans went for Hugh . It was dark , and he couldn't see . He fell into a lake and drowned .
Hugh was very sad. "It's too bad . I was so nice to him . " After the funeral , Hugh went home and saw his wheelbarrow . Its wheel was broken , so he couldn't use it . He left it outside . Nobody ever used it again .
Tips
1. As long as 只要
2. (Someone ) is so + adj + that = (Someone) + V + so + adv + that (某人) 太 --- 以致於----
3. May I + V ? 我可以---嗎 ?
4. Help (someone) out 幫助(某人)
5. Show up 出席 ; 露面
6. Knock on (one's) door 敲(某人)門
7. Go for (someone) 代替(某人)前往
8. Leave (something) (somewhere) 把(某物)留在(某處)
Reference :
1. ABC互動式電子英語雜誌 116期
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