A full introduction to the basics of GPS and with hands-on activities and tutorials on how to use all of the features of the GPS Sensor with NXT Robots. Satellite GPS systems become more and more integrated in the way we live. As our world becomes increasingly dependent on the Global Positioning System, it was obvious to us that the next generation of scientists and engineers will need to know how to use it and what its limitations are. This workbook was written to bring to life this system that we often take for granted, and help students understand it, explore it, ...

There is only one thing Resource Residential likes better than the smart science involved in automated rate setting - the results. Since rolling out its automated multifamily revenue management software solution two years ago in its 52 communities from Maine to the Southwest, the apartment management company has followed the system's recommendations to lease rate increases as high as 15% for some communities. "We use the LRO revenue management system from The Rainmaker Group at all our properties. We also install it at newly acquired communities," said Kevin ...

Redcort Software is providing free employee timesheet templates to help workers record their regular hours and overtime. The templates are available in several popular document formats, including Microsoft Word, Excel, and Apple Pages, so time cards can be easily customized for any business. "For 25 years, we've been helping employers go from timeclock to paycheck in as few steps as possible," said Keith DeLong, CEO and founder of Redcort Software. "These timesheet templates are just another tool for businesses that aren't quite ready to fully automate ...

GrampianDate.com is a new and completely free online dating service just for the north of Scotland. This dating service enables members to add a photo and create their own personal profile page. It costs nothing to send a wink so contacting other members straightaway is easy, utilizing geographical search to find other members throughout the Grampian region. Members can also use more advanced search options to find other members by interest, age, post code, whether they have children etc... "Every time you log into GrampianDate.com you can see who has been ...

2X Software, a worldwide leader in virtual and cloud computing solutions, today announced the beta release of its 2X MobileDeviceManager (http://www.2x.com/mobiledevicemanager/) SaaS product. As the computing capacity and the popularity of small mobile devices and tablets have rapidly increased, so have the control and manageability issues for IT- administrators. This is creating a growing threat of unauthenticated mobile devices to businesses worldwide. Using the new 2X MobileDeviceManager (http://www.2x.com/mobiledevicemanager/) administrators can now secure and manage ...

Projector Lamp Services recently appointed a new outside sales representative to address, and service the New York City (NYC) region. Hiring a rep to focus on this area allows PLS to better assist existing clients and expand the RelampIt! client base in their own backyard. Mark Kyle, the new PLS sales representative will be addressing the education and corporate markets in particular, while still attending to any facilities or a company that expresses a desire to further their Green business initiatives by relamping and/or recycling. Gina Sansivero, partner at PLS, ...

Ashland University's Master of Business Administration (MBA) Program will offer a new online MBA option in the fall of 2011. The new online option complements the University's current MBA program degree offerings for working professionals. Through the new online MBA, students will complete their degrees in two years with the same academic requirements as those taking the regular MBA degree offered by the Dauch College of Business and Economics at the main campus in Ashland and its centers located in Columbus, Massillon/Stark, Medina and Westlake. "So many professionals ...

Triathlete coach Angie Ferguson, recently debuted a new eBook for bicycle enthusiasts entitled 7 Road Bike Shopping Basics which provides useful tips about the process of purchasing a bicycle. "From my experience in triathlon training, I've seen how essential it is for cyclists to be prepared when they begin shopping for a new bike," said Ferguson. "I released this eBook as a reference for those who may be new to cycling, or who may not be aware of some of the newer trends in cycling. If they walk into a bike shop armed with knowledge, they are more likely ...

Sky Zone Indoor Trampoline Park, creator of the world's first all-trampoline, walled playing court, announces it has awarded its newest facility in Atlanta, GA this year. Sky Zone is the ultimate 3-D play experience for teens, parents and kids to jump, leap and defy gravity on the patented all-trampoline walled playing court. Sky Zone provides guests with thrilling activities fit for all ages and fitness levels where they are guaranteed to have a 'soaring' time. Filled with wall-to-wall trampolines, Sky Zone provides a brand new way to move and sets the stage for a variety ...

The leading software intelligence solutions provider, V.i. Laboratories, Inc. ("V.i. Labs"), will host a webinar for independent software vendors (ISVs) to detail the differences between overt piracy and license overuse, and what the different strategies are for recovering revenue in these scenarios. The webinar will offer C-level executives, corporate counsel, compliance officers, product management and sales executives new ways of creating revenue streams and measuring the impact of unlicensed use on their businesses. Victor DeMarines, vice president of products ...

This wasn't your typical Membership Business Breakfast for The Greater Delray Chamber of Commerce (GDBCC). While attendees enjoyed a healthy warm breakfast and a morning of conversation, the pivotal front table was dressed with graduation balloons, glasses, and streamers, hosting the graduating members of the 2011 Leadership Delray Class. "It is a true honor to be here today, standing in front of a new graduating class of leaders. In the future you will be our city commissioners, board of directors, and one of you maybe our future mayor," stated Mayor Woodie ...

GMP Friction Products, a military manufacturer and supplier of powdered metal friction products for clutch plates and brake pads, will exhibit at the upcoming Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Enterprise Supplier Conference & Exhibition in Columbus. GMP Friction Products will showcase their capabilities in the field of sintered metallic friction materials engineering, specialty friction products and friction mixes. "We look forward to connecting with the leaders in our military organizations," said Jerry Lynch, president and COO of GMP Friction Products. "We ...

iGoDigital, the market and technology leader in personalized product recommendations and guided selling tools, announces its participation in the Internet Retailer Conference and Exhibition (IRCE) 2011, taking place June 14-17, 2011 at the San Diego Convention Center in San Diego, California. iGoDigital will be showcasing the company's solutions at booth #606 of the world's largest e-retailing show, in which every key industry is represented - retail, catalog, manufacturing and consumer service companies. Used by many of the largest online retailers, iGoDigital's personalized ...

With just days until the start of the world famous Wimbledon Tennis Championships, the temptation to watch the tournament first hand has just increased. Sportsworld is encouraging fans not to miss out on watching world class players in style by announcing 'smashing' deals on exclusive hospitality packages. "People might be able to watch the singles finals in 3D on television for the first time this year but nothing compares to the build-up and excitement of the big games live. Wimbledon is a real experience with a unique atmosphere and people that stay at home really ...

Boot Camp Digital (www.bootcampdigital.com), a market leader of custom social media marketing training programs invites business professionals to its most popular and top rated 2 Day Boot Camp: Social Media Marketing and Internet Marketing Training on June 23rd and 24th, 2011 from 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM at Boot Camp Digital's Cincinnati Training Facility located at 1600 Main Street, Cincinnati. During this extremely popular 2-day training class business professionals learn exactly how to use internet marketing and social media to grow their business. The course is designed ...

At Harris Seeds' online Father's Day Gift Shop, customers can choose from a selection of products that make great gifts for dads. Since dads appreciate products that help add beauty, ease of care and value to their yard and garden, Harris Seeds lists yard and garden tools and supplies such as garden seeders, garden sprayers, soil test kits and meters, watering kits, and raised bed kits as part of the Father's Day Shop. For fathers who are bird lovers, Harris carries a selection of bird care supplies such as bird feeders and bird food. The weather stations have been a favorite ...

ChicaLogic (www.chicalogic.com), a leading provider of technology solutions that are intuitively created and designed with a woman's needs and workflow in mind, today announced the release of ChicaPC-Shield, a free anti-malware solution designed to protect PCs from malware attacks typically found on social networking sites and other websites that cater to women. ChicaPC-Shield can detect malware, isolate the threat and purge it from Windows-based PCs and laptops in minutes. "When you track the expansion of malware infections from social networking sites each month ...

At the ISSA/INTERCLEAN trade show which took place in Warsaw, Poland from May 18-20, 2011, Busch Systems International presented a recycling station featuring various lid openings and customizable signage for users of any language. The "Waste Watcher" recycling container is a single unit collection recycle bin which can be joined together to form a recycling station made up of as many (or as few) units as required. The attendees were particularly interested in the various lid openings available as well as the customizable signs. "Being able to customize ...

A winter activity holiday at the Aurora Chalet Hotel is the latest among the collection of extraordinary adventures to be chosen by the Mighty Fine Company to feature on their website. Finland is a remarkable country that is not only blessed with immaculate countryside, it also plays host to the phenomenal Northern Lights. The Aurora Chalet Hotel delights in paying homage to many of Mother Nature's wonderful creations. Situated in Luosto in Finnish Lapland, the Aurora Chalet Hotel is enveloped by striking scenery and offers idyllic surroundings for a winter holiday. ...

It was revealed this week that more English Universities than expected are planning top up fees of GBP9,000, according to the Public Accounts Committee (PAC). The average fee planned by Universities is set to be GBP8,765, compared to the government estimation of GBP7,500. And although unemployment among under-25s fell by 30,000 in the first quarter of 2011, recent figures released by the Office for National Statistics revealed that one in five graduates remained unemployed in the last year. So not only are future graduates facing the prospect of poor financial ...

Bill Horne, CEO of Laser Spine Institute (http://www.laserspineinstitute.com), the leader in endoscopic spine surgery, has announced that the company has opened its newest consultation facility in Albuquerque. John Spallino, M.D., a Laser Spine Institute board-certified physician, will consult with potential spinal patients to determine whether endoscopic spine surgery is the most effective solution in addressing their chronic back and neck pain, and guide them in arranging the next steps for appropriate treatment. The new facility is located at 8801 Horizon Blvd., Suite ...

A honeymoon is the traditional holiday taken by newly-weds. But originally it simply described the period just after the wedding when things are at their sweetest. It is assumed to wane in a month so do not hesitate to make these days paradisiacal idyll. One of the world's most romantic cities, Antalya, seduces visitors with its architecture, history, style. No wonder so many honeymoons include this romantic destination. Summer vacation is a time couples in love joyfully anticipate. Warmer days, longer nights and being outside in places where the sun brightly shines ...

On May 19, 2011, the Washington County Community Foundation (WCCF) honored the Peacock Keller law firm with its inaugural Excellence Award for Corporate Philanthropy at their annual Legacy Celebration. The award recognizes the law firm's tradition of exemplary giving and community service. WCCF also announced that the award would be named the Charles C. Keller Excellence Award for Corporate Philanthropy in honor of Peacock Keller Senior Counsel, Charles C. Keller. A founding partner of the firm, Keller is well known for his longstanding dedication to community service both ...

LuggagePoint.com has been providing online sales of premier luggage and travel products since 1999. In a response to growing demand for their products, LuggagePoint began their search for a partner that could provide the necessary customer service to their online customers. "It was critical that our partner had the technology and customer service mindset to provide superior support to our customers" says Sumit Bhanote, Luggage Point Business Development. "At Advanced Customer Services we found a partner that truly cares about our customers and has all ...

Muddy Puddles, started in 1994, and introduced stylish, durable, kid proof waterproofs, for those children who loved playing out in all weathers and enjoyed getting 'down and dirty' but wanted to be comfortable at the same time. Muddy Puddles has just produced a new range of award winning light weight waterproof clothing. This range of clothing consists of a PuddlePac jacket and Trousers which can fold into a pocket and are perfectly suited to be carried around just in case of that unexpected shower that takes you by surprise. Muddy Puddles PuddlePac is the winner ...