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NASA - High-Tech Robot Skin The nasa.gov site requires that JavaScripts be enabled in your browser. For instructions, click here + Text Only Site + Contact Goddard + NASA Home + Center Home High-Tech Robot Skin 05.11.05 Goddard Technologist Proposes Sensitive Skin Covering for Robots The ballerina gracefully dances on a small stage. She is followed not by a male partner, but by a robotic arm manipulator that seems to sense her every move. For NASA Goddard technologist Vladimir Lumelsky, the performance captured on the videotape neatly shows the future of robotics. Image right: High-Tech Robot Skin: Goddard technologist Vladimir Lumelsky believes the future of robotics lies with the development of a high-tech, sensor-embedded covering that would be able to sense the environment, much like human skin. Credit: Vladimir Lumelsky, NASA GSFC It also demonstrates an advanced technology that Lumelsky hopes to develop as part of the push from NASA's Goddard Space Flight Center in Greenbelt, Md. to develop niche robotics capabilities critical for carrying out the Vision for Space Exploration . New Laboratory Under Development Lumelsky, until recently a professor at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, has begun setting up a laboratory at Goddard to develop a high-tech covering that would enable robots to sense their environment and react to it, much like humans respond when something or someone touches their skin. Such a technology, which he refers to as a "High-Tech Skin," is essential for carrying out the Vision for Space Exploration because the Vision depends heavily on humans and robots working together under a variety of working conditions, many of them highly unstructured, Lumelsky said. "Robots should be able to react, but today's robots can't. That’s the difference and that's got to change for exploration." -- Vladimir Lumelsky, NASA "Robots move well on their own, especially when nothing is in the way," Lumelsky explained. However, change the environment and a different picture emerges. "Robots should be able to react, but today's robots can't," he said. "That's the difference and that's got to change for exploration." Touch Sensing Remains Key Although great headway is being made in the area of computer vision, vision isn’t enough, he said. "Humans can survive without sight, but they can’t survive without tactile sensing. The skin is the biggest organ in our body. It's nothing more than a huge sensor." Use of Infrared Sensors Image left: Collisions: Wrapped in  High-Tech Robot Skin, the robot's movements demonstrate the feasibility of a human safely sharing space with a powerful heavy robot. Here the robot was instructed to move from its prior position in the left top corner of the frame all the way to the right, next to the large colorful loop. If no obstacles were to appear on the robot's way, it would have moved along the most economical simple curve. But obstacles do appear, and so the robot carefully moves around two "working" people, while at the same time proceeding toward its destination.  Click on image to view animation (no narration). Credit: Vladimir Lumelsky, NASA GSFC The idea is to develop a "sensitive skin" that technicians could use to cover a robot. This skin will include more than 1,000 infrared sensors that would detect an object, and send the information to the robot's "brain." The brain would digest the information, apply reasoning and react within milliseconds by directing the robot to move. Future skin prototypes likely will have a higher density of sensors on the skin, which will provide the robots with even greater dexterity. Challenges Ahead The flexible plastic modules that will house the skin’s electronics will have to undergo a lot of testing to assure that they’re space qualified and able to withstand radiation and extreme changes in light and temperature, such as those that occur on other planets. In addition, embedding the electronics on a large surface material, or printing the skin like wallpaper, presents another major hurdle. Work also is needed in the area of motion-planning development and intelligence, he added. Since moving to Goddard, Lumelsky began identifying resources needed to create his laboratory. The sensitive skin was identified as a key technology to develop at Goddard. It would prove vital in situations where humans and robots work side-by-side in the construction of large telescopes and in the operation of both in-space and extraterrestrial equipment. Lori Keesey Goddard Space Flight Center + Inspector General Hotline + Equal Employment Opportunity Data Posted Pursuant to the No Fear Act + Budgets, Strategic Plans and Accountability Reports + Freedom of Information Act + The President's Management Agenda + NASA Privacy Statement, Disclaimer, and Accessibility Certification Editor: Lynn Jenner NASA Official: Brian Dunbar Last Updated: September 22, 2005 + Contact Goddard

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Untitled Document Updated 4/05/02: Our new nav menu is up and running. Please e-mail us if you have any problems with it. Coming soon: Many of you have mentioned problems with printing some of our pages. Soon you will be able to download our pages in PDF format for easy printing. We will give you info on how to configure your browsers, to read and download PDFs. Lip Balms and Lotions The story behind Special Foods!TM lip balms is the story of a little boy, six years old whose irritated lips caused him to repeatedly lick his lips until there was a bleeding, oozing ring around his mouth. After trying everything that conventional medicine had to offer, the doctor (!) asked us to invent something that would be soothing and from only well-tolerated ingredients. The search for well-tolerated ingredients took us to Australia for the first single plant source beeswax! What a difference! The lip balm not only was soothing and not irritating but surprisingly also caused very rapid healing, far faster than was expected. If you have not found a soothing lip balm (really this is a general-purpose skin ointment) try the lip balms. If your problem stems from lip balms or ointments that contain ingredients that are irritating to you, this lip balm may work wonders. Please remember, if the irritation is caused by an agent you are continually exposed to, that allergic reaction will probably continue until your exposure stops. Special Foods!TM lip balms are made from beeswax and listed oil only. There are no added scents or flavors. Choose a lip balm made from plant sources you tolerate, and the product should be best lip balm you've ever used. The lip balms are available in small 5-gram glass containers. All Special Foods!™ lip balms are patented (#4793991). Avocado lip balm (avocado oil) Sunflower lip balm (sunflower oil) Cotton lip balm (cottonseed oil) Coconut lip balm (coconut oil) Tupelo/ olive lip balm (olive oil) Eucalyptus/sunflower lip balm (sunflower oil) Eucalyptus/sesame lip balm (sesame oil) Eucalyptus/canola lip balm (canola oil) Alfalfa/soy lip balm (soy) Alfalfa/peanut lip balm (peanut oil) Thistle/safflower lip balm (safflower oil) Buckwheat/canola lip balm (canola oil) Buckwheat/linseed lip balm (linseed oil) Orange blossom/sesame lip balm (sesame oil) Holly/grape lip balm (grape seed oil) Holly/linseed lip balm (linseed oil) Honey dew/sunflower lip balm (sunflower oil) *lotion only* $9.35 $9.35 $9.35 $9.35 $9.35 $9.35 $9.35 $9.35 $9.35 $9.35 $9.35 $9.35 $9.35 $9.35 $9.35 $9.35 $9.35 Good news! To all of you who have asked repeatedly, each lip balm listed above is now also available as a lotion. The smoothness, softness, soothing, is WOOOOONDERFUL! To order the lotions, select any of the above lip balms, and just list them as lotions instead of lip balms. The quantities and prices are the same as above. The above patent number also protects the lotions. Lotions are made from: beeswax, listed oil, and distilled water. Product Categories Flours | Baking Powders | Whole Grains | Pancake Mix | Creamed Cereals Crispy Cereal Shreds | Mashed Potato Substitutes | Pastas | Breads | Muffins Bagels | Tortillas | Flat breads | Cookies | Crackers | Nut Butters Jams and Fruit Rollups | Lip Balms and Lotions | Soaps and Cleaners Cellophane Bags | Fats | Meats | Oils | Helpful Items For Your Diet Introducing Special Foods | The Interview | Karen's Resume | Karen's Special Story Identifying Special Foods | Special Processing | Cooking And Testing | Invest In Your Health Tax Deductions | The Special Foods Comprehensive Program | The SF Environment Program SF Diet Case Studies | CIP Enrollment Forms | Example 7 Day Rotation Diet Blank Rotation Diet Sheet | When Your Child Needs To Gain Weight Help For A Queasy Stomach | Gluten And Casein Free | Candidiasis Information Celiac Disease Information | An Open Letter To Mothers Of Autistic Children The Special Foods Diet - for Autism | The SF Environment Program For Autism Recovery Patterns | SF Autism Case Studies | Autism Enrollment Forms Complete Listing Of All Products And Prices | Product Summary Table Ordering Information | Credit Card Info | Order Form | Our Return Policy Special Requests | Case Studies | Customer Corner | Links | F.A.Q. All information on this page and web site - © Special Foods: 2000 - 02

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New Skin Cream Approved for Psoriasis Join Now | Sign In | Bookmark This Page All News Medical Reference Experts Community More on the WebMD redesign Today's News Home FDA News Newsletters & Alerts RSS News Feed Health Centers Home Check Your Symptoms Women's Conditions Men's Conditions Ask an Expert A-Z Home Topics A-Z Symptoms A-Z Tests A-Z Drugs A-Z Tools A-Z Healthy Living Home Diet & Nutrition Exercise & Fitness Healthy Seniors Men's Health Women's Health Sexual Health Health Services Home Find a Doctor Insurance Guide Clinical Trials Medicare Benefits Subscription Services Pregnancy Home Getting Pregnant Pregnancy Children's Health Ask an Expert Boards & Blogs Boards A-Z Live Events WebMD University FREE Newsletters Print Friendly Version Email a Friend sponsored Featured Centers New Skin Cream Approved for Psoriasis Taclonex Combines 2 Psoriasis Drug Treatments By Jennifer Warner WebMD Medical News Reviewed By Louise Chang, MD on Friday, January 13, 2006 More From WebMD As Cool Winds Blow, Psoriasis Flares 10 Ways to Prevent Psoriasis Flare-Ups Get the Latest Skin & Beauty News Delivered to Your Inbox Jan. 13, 2006 -- The FDA has approved the first skin cream to combine two popular psoriasis therapies in a single, once-a-day treatment. More than 4.5 million people suffer from psoriasis, which is a chronic skin disease that can cause patches of itchy, scaly, and inflamed skin. It is not a contagious disease. Although there isn't a cure for the disease, several treatments can keep it under control. Taclonex combines two widely used psoriasis treatments: a corticosteroid to treat inflammation and a form of vitamin D to control cell growth. The FDA based its approval on studies that showed the skin cream significantly improved mild to severe cases of psoriasis. Taclonex was developed in Denmark in 2001 and has been used in 63 countries under the names Dovobet and Daivobet. Warner Chilcott will market Taclonex in the U.S. and expects to have the drug available in pharmacies by June 2006, the company says in a news release. SOURCES: News release, Warner Chilcott. FDA. Print Friendly Version Email a Friend New Skin Cream Approved for Psoriasis Keep your skin in shape with tips from other members. Read the top health news of the day. © 2006 WebMD Inc. All rights reserved. Health Centers Allergies Arthritis Back Pain Cancer Cholesterol Depression Diabetes Diet & Nutrition Heart Disease Hypertension Men's Health Migraines Sexual Conditions Skin & Beauty Women's Health Health Topics A-Z A-Z Health Guides: Conditions A-Z | Topics A-Z | Symptoms A-Z | Tests A-Z | Drugs A-Z | Tools A-Z Health Services: Today's News | Find a Doctor | Symptom Checker | Health Care Services Subscription Services: WebMD News via RSS | Newsletters | WebMD Weight Loss Clinic | WebMD Fertility Center | WebMD Health Manager About WebMD | Terms of Use | Privacy Policy | Site Map | Contact Us | Link to Us Emdeon™ | WebMD Corporate | Medscape® | MedicineNet® | RxList® ©2006 WebMD, Inc. All rights reserved. WebMD does not provide medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. See additional information.

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LOTION MAKING 101 FROM SNOWDRIFT FARM SNOWDRIFT FARM SOAP AROMA SPA serving you on the web since 1996 soapmaking * lotionmaking * perfuming * on sale this week * formulary * home TOLL FREE 888.999.6950 OUR CATALOG essential oils fixed oils butters waxes massage oils perfumery supplies melt & pour soap emulsifiers preservatives cosmetic colorants proteins & extracts silicone oils pH adjusters body powder base sea salts & citric lye & potash fragrance oils flavor oils surfactants water based gels unscented bases colorants diy kits herbs & botanicals clays lab & safety our bookshelf nutrients packaging gift certificates NEWS YOU CAN USE on sale this week formulary & process ask the chemist essential oils glossary fixed oils glossary msds list classes private label & consult saver's club snowdrift avalanche the natural list low carb lifestyle the pink sheet ABOUT SNOWDRIFT sitemap terms of service contact us For live assistance, click here. Snowdrift Farm, Inc. 2750 S. 4th Ave. Suites 107/108 Tucson, AZ 85713 USA Ph: (520) 882.7080 toll free: 888.999.6950 fax: (520) 882.2739 © 2005 Snowdriftfarm.com, Inc. All rights reserved. Lotionmaking 101 LOTIONMAKING 101 - The Basics Making lotion is really not as difficult as you may have thought. Certainly, it does take a knack to get it right. But once you develop a formula you really like, you will have an understanding of the way the materials work, and how far you can "tweak" them. Beginner’s luck is common, but please do not give up if your initial attempts do not yield the perfect emulsion. We will discuss lotionmaking for personal use. Of course, you can take these techniques and expand them to scale-up production, but that is not our focus. Our focus is to understand the basics, and make 16 oz. of lotion that is tailored to you, containing the oils and other emollients you really want. Equipment RULE #1: IF YOU START STERILE YOU WILL END STERILE To that end, all equipment used MUST be sterilized before using. Use a dishwasher that reaches over 150F or boil your equipment in a canning pot, just like you were making jams or jellies. Everything must be sterile, including utensils. What you will need: (ALL STERILIZED) · A mixing bowl, preferably stainless steel or tempered glass · a cake mixer or a blender. You can sterilize the blender parts or sterilize the mixer's beater · a spatula and funnels. Plastic funnels work best · several measuring cups and spoons · a tempered glass bowl or a stainless steel pot for heating the oils & water · a microwave or a stove top (clean is good, sterile not necessary) · containers for the finished product. Glass or plastic bottles with pumps or squeeze attachments work best · bleach & water solution in a plastic spray bottle. I like a 20% solution (20% bleach to 80% water). You will use this for "touch-up" sterilization, when necessary. You could also use this bleach/water stock to sterilize everything with, if you are certain you have a clean water supply (ie, are on city water). Our water supply is well-drawn, and I sterilize by boiling or heating. · Lots of clean towels (washed with bleach, and dried in the dryer) or paper towels. What is HLB? HLB is short for hydrophilic-lipophilic balance. What does it do in lotion? Read our article for more information. For our lotion recipes, please visit our formulary . INGREDIENTS Animal, Vegetable, Nut, or Mineral? You can make a lotion or cream with any type of oil. I prefer vegetable and nut oils, but that is not to say these are the only oils to use. Take a look at any bottle of commercially prepared hand lotion. I've borrowed a bottle of Barbie Kid Care Body Lotion from my daughter. Here are the ingredients, listed in order of weight in the formula, from most to least, per FDA guidelines. Water, Isopropyl Palmitate, Cetyl Acetate, Stearic acid, Sesame oil, Dicaprylyl Maleate, Glyceryl Stearate, Fragrance, Cetyl alcohol, Dimethicone, polysorbate 80, sorbitan oleate, lanolin oil, acetylated lanolin alcohol, carbomer, triethanolamine, methylparaben, propylparaben, diazolidinyl urea, disodium EDTA, benzophenone-4, D & C Red No. 33, FD&C Red No. 40 What does this all mean?? Let's take these ingredients one at a time, determine what they do, where they belong within the formulation (ie, oil or water phase, or if they are the bridge that keeps them combined, known as the emulsification system) and if they are animal, vegetable, nut or mineral derived. Water -- hopefully distilled or purified. (See Disodium EDTA, below.) This is the major ingredient. Water phase. Isopropyl palmitate - fatty acid ester of palmitic acid. Unknown derivation. Probably industrially derived from palm oil. Light liquid wax - oil phase Stearic Acid - fatty acid, probably animal derived - an emulsifier used in oil phase. Sesame oil - from the sesame seed. Oil phase if you can make salad dressing, you can make lotion Dicaprylyl Maleate - derived from maleic acid (which is made from catalytic oxidation of benzene over vanadium pentoxide). This is an inexpensive synthetic ingredient. A low molecular weight oil, it mimics low chain fractionated coconut oil (a natural oil). Oil phase. Glyceryl Stearate - variable proportions of glyceryl monostearate and glyceryl monopalmitate. Emulsifier. Oil phase. Fragrance – proprietary fragrance oil, skin safe Cetyl Alcohol - Discovered by the French in 1813, it was then derived from spermaceti (whale oil) via saponification. AKA hexadecyl alcohol, this high chain alcohol is an emollient and emulsion modifier. Derived from a complicated industrial "secret process". Starting material is probably palmitic acid. Probably veggie derived. Emulsifier in oil phase. Dimethicone - silicone oil. Mineral derived. Increases absorption rate of the oils, and cuts greasy feel. Oil phase. Polysorbate 80 - an oleate ester of sorbitol (a sugar), co-polymerized with 20 molecules of ethylene oxide for each molecule of sorbitol. Could be vegetable or animal derived, most likely veggie derived. An emulsifier in the water phase. Water soluble. Sorbitan oleate - almost the same as polysorbate 80. Difference is it hasn't been reacted with ethylene oxide. Just a fatty acid ester of a sugar. Water soluble emulsifier. Water phase. Lanolin oil- sheep from sheep. Animal derived, for sure. No sheep are killed to obtain lanolin. The product is removed from wool shearings. The oil is a fraction (low end molecule weight) of the whole. Oil phase. Acetylated lanolin alcohol - Lanolin that's been reacted with acetic acid with a small amount of lye (as the catalyst). Emollient. Animal derived. Oil phase. Carbomer - a thickening agent. Most carbomers are high molecular weight homo- and co-polymers of acrylic acid crosslinked with a polyalkenyl polyether. Mineral derived. Water soluble. Water phase. Triethanolamine - aka TEA. Made from ammonia and ethyl alcohol. An organic base used to neutralize the carbomer. Water soluble. Water phase. Methylparaben - First made in 1867, this preservative is synthetically derived. It is highly bio-compatible (safe for use with humans) with very low toxicity. Oil phase. Propylparaben - First made in 1887, this preservative is also synthetically derived. Methyl & propylparaben are often used in tandem to increase the activity of the preservative system. Oil phase. Diazolidinyl urea - a broad spectrum anti-microbial of synthetic origin. Some reports of sensitization and allergic reaction have been documented. Completely synthetic. Water soluble, water phase. Disodium EDTA - chelating agent (designed to capture metals to help in the prevention of rancidity and to facilitate the use of tap water as opposed to the more expensive distilled or purified water). Benzophenone-4 - a UV absorber; also used as a fixative for heavy perfumes. Synthetic. Oil phase. D & C Red No. 33 - FDA approved colorant for drug and cosmetic use. FD & C Red No. 40 - FDA approved colorant for use in food, drugs and cosmetics. To recap, not all synthetic ingredients are our enemies. Some have very useful properties and are bio-compatible. Keep in mind that you absolutely need 1) a preservative system in place in order to sell your lotions or other water-based solutions to the public 2) A stable emulsifying system as the pivotal point of your lotion formula and 3) STERILITY COUNTS! Ingredients: Veggie and Nut Oils There are many fixed oils – both vegetable and nut – available to the soap and lotion maker. Use only food, cosmetic or pharmaceutical grade oils in formulations such as we sell at Snowdrift Farm . Be sure the oils you use are fresh. Refined, cold pressed oils make the best soaps and lotions. They have longer shelf lives than unrefined oils. Refined oils can withstand oxidation far better than unrefined oils can. They have far less odor, if any, because they have been deodorized. They are perfect for making soaps and lotions because they do not have the odors associated with unrefined oils. Unrefined oils are highly flavorful and wonderful for cooking and seasoning, but they have very short shelf lives. And that’s fine for food preparation – most consumers expect to have to either eat or discard fresh food products within short periods of time. Consumers do not have the same expectations of skin care products. We expect our skin care products to last until they are finished up, even if that takes forever. The concept of tossing body care products and make-up 2-3 days after they are made is absurd to most people. Most goods would never make it to market before their stale date. Refined oils are an assurance to the toiletries maker that the oils you use are stable and will give longer shelf life to your finished goods. Store your oils in airtight containers in a cool, dark and dry place. Refrigerators are perfect places for all oils and butters. If your oil thickens and clouds up in the refrigerator, it will become clear and fluid once again at room temperature. You can freeze your butters, as well. Make sure they are well-protected and defrost and use within 6 months. Discard any oils or butters that smell rancid or “fishy”. Fruit and Vegetable Seed Oils Developed to satisfy modern consumers’ demands for low-cost, polyunsaturated oils, fruit and vegetable seed oils are fine, all-purpose oils. They work well in soaps and lotions, as well as a full line of other body care products. When choosing vegetable oils to use in soaps, be careful to pick those high in oleic, lauric and stearic acids, such as olive, jojoba or sunflower, coconut and palm, as your primary oils. Use lower percentages of oils high in essential fatty acids (EFAs) such as apricot kernel or hemp seed oils. These oils tend to be more fragile and less able to provide hardness or stability to the formula. Add them for their nutritional value, not for hardness or shelf life. Nut Seed Oils Sweet almond oil and is a longtime favorite of soapmakers. Macadamia and kukui nut oils are finding their way into the mainstream, as well. In general, nut oils are fine additions to most soap recipes, when used as less than 15% of the oil weight. Nut oil seeds work well in lotions, providing essential fatty acids which help moisturize the skin. When using nut oils, it’s a good idea to list your ingredients on the label. Certain individuals are allergic to nuts. Olive Oils There are many grades of olive oil ranging from extra virgin to pomace. The difference between each grade depends upon its place in a series of pressings made from the fruit of the olive tree. First pressings are generally done immediately after picking, and the best oils come from field pressings. This is considered extra virgin olive oil. Subsequent pressings yield grades such as virgin, grade A and pomace. The last of these, the pomace oil, is performed using a solvent which is removed before the oil is bottled. Vegetable Butters Most vegetable butters contain hydrogenated oils. Hydrogenated oils are made by mixing a vegetable or nut oil with a precious metal catalyst, such as platinum or palladium on ceramic, under hydrogen pressure. The result is the creation of saturated fatty acids, such as stearine, which provides for a hardened mass, at room temperature. There are a few exceptions to hydrogenation, namely, aloe butter and Monoi or Polynesian Tiare oils, that are made by infusing the plant material into a solid vegetable oil such as coconut oil. Shea (aka Karite), mango and cocoa butters are made by extracting the vegetable or nut oil under hydraulic pressure. No other ingredients are needed, so we refer to these types of butters as naturally occurring. continued on next page 2004 Snowdrift Farm, Inc. All rights reserved.

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Robbie's Bath & Body Recipes: Ultimate Dry Skin Treatment Buy The Cookbook! Copycat Recipes Appetizers & Snacks Pasta Dishes Desserts & Baked Goods Meats Chicken & Turkey Seafood & Fish Salads & Dressings Soups, Chilis & Chowder s Side Dishes Fruits & Vegetables Pizza & Related Recipes Condiments Beverages Breakfast Foods Pet Treat Recipes Bath & Beauty Recipes Submit Your Recipe Request A Recipe Robbie's Kitchen Household Tips & Tricks Cooking Tips Cleaning Tips Laundry Tips Home Remedies Pet Home Remedies Message Board Learn Fancy Napkin Folds Ingredient Substitutions Measurement Equivalents Measurement Conversion Temperature Conversion Meat Temperatures Candy Temperatures Robbie's Photo Album Pet Health Search This Site Contact Robbie Ultimate Dry Skin Treatment # Of Applications: 1 Prep. Time: 0:25 2 Tbls. real mayonnaise 1 tsp. baby oil -Combine both ingredients. -Smooth onto face, neck, rough elbows and knees, or anywhere you need it. -Leave on for 20 minutes. -Rinse thoroughly with tepid water. (0) Visitor Comments: Related Books Jude's Herbal Home Remedies Natural Health, Beauty & Home-Care Secrets Natural Organic Hair and Skin Care Including A to Z Guide to Natural and Synthetic Chemicals in Cosmetics Natural Beauty for All Seasons More Than 250 Simple Recipes and Gift-Giving Ideas for Year-Round Beauty Natural Beauty at Home 200+ Easy-To-Use Recipes for Body, Bath, and Hair The Bath and Body Book Creating a Private Oasis With Natural Fragrances, Scented Lotions and Decorative Effects The Herbal Body Book A Natural Approach to Healthier Skin, Hair, and Nails The Natural Beauty & Bath Book Nature's Luxurious Recipes for Body and Skin Care Do not reproduce or reprint content within this web site without consent from the Webmaster .