Topic: The Großartig Pyramid and Ancient Power Supplies on Planet Stuttgart
Author: Professor Maria Wagner
Editor: Alfons Reinmann
Introduction
The idea of the Pyramids found in the southernmost regions of Planet Stuttgart specifically the großartig Pyramid, being used as a power source is not a new idea. While there is not one set theory on how the pyramid would have been turned into a generator, this essay will be focusing on the materials used to create the großartig Pyramid, use of aquifers to create energy for this region of Stuttgart.
The materials used to create the großartig Pyramid is an important aspect of both of any theory suggesting it was used as a power source. The pyramid was covered in white tufa limestone, so seamlessly that a razorblade would not fit between the blocks of stone. White tufa limestone is known for its lack of magnesium and high insulation properties, meaning that it is a poor conductor of electricity. It has been known for eons in electrical applications that Insulators are used to hold conductors in position, separating them from one another and from surrounding structures. They form a barrier between energized parts of an electric circuit and confine the flow of current to wires or other conducting paths as desired. Taking this into account, it is safe to assume the coating of limestone would assist in preventing the pyramid from acting as a conductor of electricity in its own right, but it would also allow for a path of least resistance inside the pyramid. The shafts of the pyramid are made of granite, a conductive material which also emits radon gas allowing the ionization of particles. These conductive granite rocks in the underground chambers would direct the electrical charges through the shafts, to the upper part of the pyramid; consisting of granite covered sub-terrain chambers. From here it is transmitted to Königskammer and ultimately the quartz or gold tip. From the tip, the ions are released into the ionosphere.
A possible ‘negative side effect of releasing negatively charged ions into the ionosphere is a chance of increased lightning strikes as the atmosphere discharges built up static atmospheric electricity. When the number of positive and negatively charged ions in the atmosphere become unbalanced, the air begins to become ionized, and lightning is formed The strong electric field causes the air around the cloud to "break down," allowing current to flow in an attempt to neutralize the charge separation. Simply stated, the air breakdown creates a path that short-circuits the cloud/earth as if there were a long metal rod connecting the cloud to the earth. As well as the pyramid being capped with either gold or quartz, a number of obelisks were erected around the region with similar tips. These were usually in public places, often in pairs, it would make sense for this to be in an attempt to prevent the lightning from striking houses or residential areas around the pyramids, encouraging them to hit the obelisks; acting in a similar manner to lightning rods used today.
The method used to create the power is simple and makes use of the naturally occurring Aquifers. Aquifers are porous layers of rocks under the surface where water is able to freely move within them. It is thought the use of granite acted as conduits during times of drought or slow moving water in the aquifers. When the movement of water began again, it would have created a flow of energy ‘recharging’ the pyramids power. This would allow the pyramids to act in a similar manner to what a battery in a vintage spaceship would, on a far greater scale. This method may have not only been able to create a power source for the entirety of the planet, but John Grande, à professor from the University of Cambridge, theorizes it may have also caused the pyramids to act as a light show; a gift to the Gods who would be seen in the skies, which he believes may have in face have been Nomads. With an understanding of ions and their properties it is easy to see why this may be possible. If there is a strong enough concentration of negative charge below, and a positive charge above an object, a flush discharge will occur causing it to glow.
There may have been many uses for a power source such as this in the southernmost regions of Ancient Stuttgart, the dozens of ancient buildings assumed to be libraries and social gathering halls being the most notable. It is suggested a power supply would have been needed 24/7 for this to have functioned successfully and as intended. Other examples are the images, paintings and sculptures found preserved in these buildings. Some of these images, the subjects appeared to be holding hand held lamps and bulbs, the most known being the The Dendera Bulb. Unfortunately, we may not ever learn the truth about this as many of the less structurally sound items would not have survived the test of time.
While we may never know for sure if the theory is correct, it does bring about the idea that there was no ‘primitive’ people living in the past, each society had their own technology and uses for this. Developed communities have managed to live side by side throughout history with little problems, however many of these societies reached a point where they collapsed and knowledge was lost over time. Development is not evolution, and there is no linear advancement in technology.
Topic: The Evolution of Languages and Traditionally Obscene Words
Author: Professor Maria Wagner
Editor: Alfons Reinmann
Reviewed: Carl Friederich Langsdorff
Introduction
Over time language has changed to suit the newer generations, what was once deemed unacceptable is now more socially accepted and widely used. Social swearing can have many positive effects on the workplace, such as creating a feeling of solidarity and belonging. Swearing can also provide stress relief and a means for the employers to assess the stress levels of the workplace, as well as a means to be able to relieve problems and situations before violence is introduced.
Socially swearing in the workplace creates 'solidarity'. Non violent swearing can be seen as showing honest and genuine feelings and emotions, allowing colleagues to see their co-workers in a more human light. As Lauren Weber of the University of New Berlin explains “the phrases, for God’s sake!, hell no!, and damn it! have lost their offensive nature over time, the functions of more obscene words are slowly shifting within society. “ As the employee is likely to swear in day to day life outside of work, the use of 'free language' gives co-workers a sense of belonging in the group, such as that of a sports team's changing room. Cory Scherer, also of The University of New Berlin, found in a study he conducted in 825, found that the freedom of speech and allowing co-workers to bond on the 'unprofessional' level will bring the group closer, which in turn allows the group to work more harmoniously and productively together.
Swearing provides good tension and stress relief, and a good indication for employers the stress levels in the workplace. When there is no or little stress, social swearing can dominate. As stress levels rise, social swearing tends to decrease, while annoyance swearing increases. Further, increases in the stress level cause social swearing to cease, while annoyance swearing continues, up to a point. In situations of unbearably high stress, swearing tends to stop altogether. It has been proven by Cory Scherer in a study he conducted in 825, that swearing in humorous and lighthearted manner can be great for relieving stress. Allowing workers a quick outburst will encourage employees to overcome small problems quickly rather than forcing employees to find alternative means of relieving the problem.
Annoyance swearing replaces "primitive physical aggression." By allowing employees a means to release aggravation and annoyance instantaneously in the form of a verbal expression, employees are less likely to become aggressive and minor problems are unlikely to become large and require intervention. Socially swearing in the workplace is not always a negative thing. It can create a stronger team and team bonding, as well as become a valuable tool for employers in assessing stress levels, and provide stress relief for the employees. The use of swearing is also an ideal tool for releasing anger and aggravation before it develops further into physical aggression. By removing swearing from workplaces, employees may face serious decrease in morale and work motivation. As shown by the points above, social swearing in the workplace should be allowed.
Topic: Neo-Cave Bears - Novus Ursus antrum
Author: Carl Friederich Langsdorff
Editor: Professor Maria Wagner
Introduction
Somewhat related to the White Bear-Raptor, the Neo-Bears, as they are known by the people living on New Berlin, are the second most dangerous predator on the planet. Their normal areal is located towards the more temperate areas on the planet, not being so adapted to resist the ice ages of the planet, this species devised a specialised technique which astounded the scientists once they realised the bear lifespan.
In the beginning, the scientists noted that there are periods in their research where no tracks or no recordings could be seen regarding the Neo-Bear. This led the scientists to believe that they are migratory animals but once the tagging of the bears commenced, they noted that they stayed still for long periods of time; especially as the winters got worse.
Approaching the caves where the animals they researched were located, they noted that they were in a form of deep stasis. The bears had managed to slow their breathing rate to eventually zero. The scientists dared to take two exemplars for closer studies and they observed that one of them started to regain their consciousnes when they were brought steadily from a temperature of -60°C to a temperature closer to -40°C; this is when the animal started to have an increased rate of breathing. Upon studying the second specimen, the scientists identified that the animals blood is freezing, at least two thirds was determined to be frozen. Its heart continued to pump the protective glucose around its body, but the Neo-Bear’s heart slowed and eventually stoprf. All other organs stopped functioning. It has been decided The Neo-Bear doesn't require the use oxygen and actually appears to be dead, at least until the temperature starts to rise again.
The adult specimens of this species can be quite impressive, standing close to 3.5 meters, when standing up and 2.1 meters on four paws. The average specimen weights around 920 kg but unlike other species similar to it, they retain alot of water, a trait which can help locate them, as they are often found near rivers, pounds or lakes.
The diet of the Neo-Bear is diverse, being an omnivore. While the Neo-Bear does not openly attack animals or humans, when cornered, distressed, threatened or hungry (as his body requires large amounts of energy to maintain his body heat), the bear will openly attack any being in sight.
Being a social animal, living in groups numbering from 2 to 5, the pack of neo-bears can be a threat to even the White Bear-Raptors, as they present very strong musculature and is able to use it’s paws to what some consider to be the equivalent of human boxing, one of the hits can easily put down their prey and if it is not knocking it unconscious, will cause great pain. It is widely recorded the fact that a lot of their prey are suffering from broken bones or spines, which incapacitates their prey.
The Neo-Bear also posesses impressive claws (10 to 13 inches) and they also present impressive tusks (16-19 inches) which helps the animal to hold to their prey and cut pieces of meat from the prey, causing massive haemorrhage, which can result immediate death for the victim. It has also been recorded that the bear can use its massive bite force (6500psi) to crush bones or the prey’s neck.
After months of research, the scientists also been able to determine that the neo-bear can actually climb vertical stone walls or trees, which makes him even more dangerous when it ventures in human habitat.
Due to its body shape and massive weight, the Neo-Bear is nowhere near as fast as its cousin in the frozen lands, being able to reach a maximum speed of 22 km/h. The animal hunts in groups, showing a higher intelligence and preferring to guide their prey to a location where it can be ambushed. Many scientists noted that their behaviour is pretty much similar with the human behaviour in the prehistoric times.
Their mating rituals are not as dangerous as the ones presented by the White Bear-Raptors, due to their more social attitude. The mating is usually performed between the Alpha male and females of group, with some noted distinctions. The beta males mates in the second cycle, after the female has birthed the Alpha male pups. One of their more interesting things about this species is that they maintain the chemical smell of their parents, mostly from the male, which helps them to understand which pup belongs to whom.
While they are social animals, they are very territorial and it has been noted that savage fighting can take place between different groups, continuing until every last member of the rival group is killed and consumed.
Being a nocturnal animal and their preference of the temperate zones, which is normally where the human habitats are, the animal has been put on the endangered list, as it had been hunted under several decrees issued by past Governments, which are still in effect to control the their rising numbers, if required.
However, based on their ability to enter in stasis for long periods of time and their preferred locations being near the mountainous regions of New Berlin, they are still the nightmare of any tourist which goes beyond the specially designed areas.
Achtung! Please do not leave the designated area unless you are in a party larger than 5 people and if you are armed accordingly.
Topic: Fauna of New Berlin
Author: Carl Friederich Langsdorff
Editor: Professor Maria Wagner
Introduction
The planet New Berlin presents several types of fauna which are worth being mentioned in this report, which taking into consideration the different climates that exists on this planets, are quite diverse.
The planet main characteristic is represented by the periodically Ice Ages the planet goes, a fact which forced the flora and fauna on the planet to adapt to their new climates.
In this report, we will discuss about several exemplars from the polar and aquatic environments, as well as, if the time permits, some from the equatorial regions. We will be looking mostly at the predators but also at animals dangerous to humans, as the first colonists had several close encounters which showed that human technology, while formidable, cannot always compete for the place on top of the food chain.
The temperatures on the planet can vary, region to region, but it can drop to extremes, such as -71°C on average, in the polar region but it had been known to have periods where it even goes to -80°C. The equatorial regions are having usually an average of 16°C but it is known to drop to -35°C, when the planet orbits take it farthest from the sun.
In the artic regions or in the Ice Wastelands, we can mainly find the following animals:
Topic: White Bear-Raptor Scientifical Designation: Album Raptoursus
The White Bear-Raptor is one of the top predators of the Ice Wastelands. Closely related to the inoffensive Brown Bear-Raptor, which everyone knows is inhabiting the more temperate climate located closer to the equator and being an omnivore, having mostly a vegetable diet but also consuming dead carcasses, the White Bear-Raptor had to evolve to the harsh conditions of the Frozen lands. Unlike their cousins, the White Bear-Raptor is a solitary animal, which prefers each other company only in mating season or in the chance of a successful delivery.
Weighing up to 1.2 tons and measuring up to 4 meters tall, they are the apex predator on the planet, until human arrived.
Very smart and presenting strong muscular system, the White Bear-Raptor is capable of taking on prey several time his size and easily win. The strong muscles in his jaws can allow this mammal to bite with a force 7700 psi and his strong leg muscles allows him to chase after his own targets at speeds of 132.3 km/h, making sure his prey will not get away.
Conserving his power, the White Bear-Raptor is known to be able to chase his prey constantly for up to 5 hours and even if it manages to hide from him, his nose is among the strongest ones on planet New Berlin, making him able to identify his prey even if it is in a burrow dig in the snow, 4 meters deep.
His claws, while designed to slash and hold the prey, are designed to also dig in the iced snow, allowing the animal to dig after their prey or to prepare their shelter. The gestation of White Bear-Raptors is lasting up to 7 months, with the cubs being near their mother for 3 years.
It is still unknown how the White Bear-Raptor is aware of the strong ice storms which batters the frozen lands but it has been reported and observed that they are among the first animals which prepares to face the storm.
The mating rituals of these animals can lead to savage fighting between the males but more so with the female of the species, as them are stronger than the males and is choosing whom they mate. It had been recorded that usually a mate partner lasts for life, observing the same males approaching the same females every mating cycle but also had been observed that is all at the behest of the female, as she is choosing the best possible mate. Scientists have determined that a change in the pheromone liberated by the male during the mating season is the key to the female choosing to either continue mating with their chosen partner or finding a new one.
The cubs usually live with the mother for 3 years of their life span but, due to unknown causes, 2 out of 3 births are resulting in dead cubs, which is helping to maintain the numbers low.
One of their best adaptability to the harsh conditions of the frozen lands, is their fur, which is formed out of 3 coats, one which is impermeable, a second which very thick and a third layer of blubber which insulates the White Bear-Raptor and keeping him safe from the conditions of the north. However, one of the animal downfalls is that it cannot live in more warmer climates, which allowed for other species to evolve in different areas.
The animal is mostly diurnal but is known and recorded that it is always hunting in the night, if the temperatures are not reaching their extremes.
While this animal is indeed the apex predator on the planet, contact with humans greatly reduced their numbers and combined with the low birth-rate, gave the human colonists the chance to take over the planet and construct the Rheinlandic civilization. There are less than 4000 animals in the wild, most of them located towards the poles of the planets or in the mountain ranges at high altitude but they are competing with the Neo-Bear in those regions.