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The big upgrade to the US power grid is kicking off

January 13, 2022
The Department of Energy (DOE) yesterday launched the Better Grid Initiative to develop new and upgraded high-capacity electric transmission lines, which is great news for electric vehicles, charging infrastructure rollout, and clean energy in the US. UnderstandSolar is a free service that links you to top-rated solar installers in your region for personalized solar estimates. Tesla now offers…
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Nikola Tre gets board approval as a ZEV, qualifying for a $120,000 incentive for California customers

January 13, 2022
American Zero-emission vehicle manufacturer Nikola Motors recently shared news that its Tre BEV semi truck has received eligibility from the California Air Resources Board (CARB) to be classified as a Zero-Emission Vehicle (ZEV) in the state, thus qualifying for an incentive of $120,000 per truck. Nikola Corporation ($NKLA) is an American developer of zero-emission vehicles (ZEVs) that publicly…
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A DIY Remote Mechanical Cable Release for a Large Format Camera

January 13, 2022
I do mainly large format photography, and I often take my own self-portrait by using my pneumatic cable release that has a long cable and air bulb release. However, I have long been thinking about how to make a more modern kind of remote cable release. In this article, I will show how I created a DIY remote cable release. Researching DIY Cable Releases I first searched the Internet for ideas on…
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What to Check for When Buying a Used Film Camera and Lens

January 13, 2022
As with buying anything secondhand, it is a good idea to have a good idea of what to look for when buying a used film camera lest you spend money on one that has major problems. Thankfully, there are some simple ways to check for problems in film cameras and their lenses……
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The M11 is Proof Leica Should Stick to Rangefinders

January 13, 2022
Leica has historically been known for rangefinder-style cameras but has branched away in recent years. But if there is one thing the company should take away from the praise the new M11 is getting, it’s that it should stick with what it’s good at. The new Leica…
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Leica announces the M11 rangefinder camera, with 60MP BSI sensor

January 13, 2022
Leica has announced the M11, the newest member of its M-series rangefinder line of cameras. The M11 maintains the traditional M-series form factor, but includes a variety of features and upgrades that should appeal to Leica aficionados. The M11’s headline feature is a 60MP BSI CMOS sensor, featuring what Leica calls ‘Triple Resolution’ technology, allowing the camera to capture…
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