Meeting with Pasco at Bett 2023

Glad to see John Wayne from @pasco.scientific at #Bett2023, looking at all the new experiments I can do with the kit #EDUcators #BETT23

 

Resolve for a fast work flow

 Trying to get a fast and efficient workflow. We use a one-stop solution, Davinci Resolve, which can upload the file and the thumbnail, add titling, sound and colour controls and create animations all from one program; it also easily syncs all the footage from different cameras.

VPS Avenger

I'm currently experimenting with my new app, VPS Avenger, for my DAW, which appears to be promising, given all the built-in features. Now, I'm in the process of learning what it can do and learning how to create original sounds.

360 degree Camera

 The early versions of 360 cameras were restricted in functionality. However, with the Insta360 X3, we are no longer constrained by such limitations. It enables us to crop any image within the 360 range, ensuring that we capture all the required actions.

Setting up the Podcast Studio

 Producing video podcasts is a unique challenge - no video clips, visual aids or hand gestures to rely on. It's all about engaging your audience through your voice and content. #VideoPodcasts #ContentCreation #Engagement

Changing the camera Clock

 Most of the clocks in the house are radio clocks and computers and phones handle the switch to daylight savings time automatically. A few cameras with GPS also change, but the Canon cameras have to be changed manually to /from daylight savings time apart from the EOS R5C, which needs central European time.

Chemistry of Transition Elements

 Exploring the spectrum of transition element salts! From the stunning hues of Copper Sulfate to the lesser-known but captivating shades of Vanadium and even the ominous tints of Nickel Salts. Join me for a quick glimpse into the world of chemistry." #TransitionElements #Salts #ChemistryColours

Filming using a slider

 Adding impact to videos with a slider is a game-changer for filmmaking! This B-roll footage we shot with a slider - adds an extra layer of interest to the final product. #Filmmaking #VideoProduction #SliderMagic

Integration by substitution

Integration by Substitution is a valuable technique for solving integrals that involve a variable raised to a power or a trigonometric function. By replacing the variable or function with a new variable or expression, the integral can be simplified into a form that is easier to integrate.

While substitution can be an effective method for solving difficult integrals, it may not always be the simplest or most straightforward approach. Other techniques, such as partial fractions, long division, and trigonometric identities, may be more appropriate for certain integrals.

In general, it is essential to have a variety of integration techniques at your disposal and to choose the method that best fits the specific integral you are trying to solve. Practice and experience can help you develop a better sense of which techniques to use in different situations.

 

Making Music

 Films often require musical tracks from the classical sounds of musical instruments sampled to digital or analogue-created waveforms. The choice depends upon the film and the type of sound required. Getting this right is often one of the most important parts of filmmaking.

Updating Casio CG50

Just updated my Casio CG50 to the latest version! Time to update all my students' calculators with the latest apps too." #CasioCG50 #calculator #update

Flame Tests

 Showing that the lilac flame of potassium is invisible when viewed through cobalt glass, but the other colours of the other metals can be seen.

The whole cycle begins again

New week, new films! Sundays are all about filmmaking for me. I'll work on a fresh script, shoot different videos, and try out new (or sometimes old) experiments to educate or entertain. #filmmaking #creativeprocess

Saturdays are for learning new effects

 

Saturdays are for learning and experimenting with new effects in Resolve. Here we are using a clock spinning to show time passing all generated/programmed in Resolve. #VideoEditing #ResolveTips

Fridays are for

 #TGIF! Fridays are all about #scriptwriting and prepping for the weekend's #filming. We're also squeezing in some missing scenes and B-roll shots. More #editing, more #photography, and making more #music. All while juggling #teaching!

Thursdays are for editing

 Thursdays are for editing! 🎥🖥️ From syncing camera footage to creating the perfect thumbnail and writing captivating descriptions and keywords, editing is an art. It's not just about the visuals but also the music composition, colour grading, and sound levels. #videoproduction #editing #postproduction

Wednesday is for Podcasts

Our Podcasts are scheduled to go out on Friday. So it is on a Wednesday that we try to record the Podcast. We need to turn the lab into a Studio and then back again into a lab classroom so that I can work. Wednesday is a busy day.

Lens Filter remover

Accidentally broke my lens filter but managed to save the lens! Had trouble removing the filter until I got a filter remover, which worked like a charm. Now my lens has a brand new filter! #photography #lensfilter
 

Monday is Editing Day

 Monday means editing day! But first, we gotta create a timelapse for extracting DNA. Filtering takes a while, so we snapped hundreds of pics that we're stitching together for a video. More time, but it's worth it for the cool results 🧬🍓 #DNAtimelapse #ScienceMonday

Sunday is film making day

Its Sunday so its time for filmmaking again. Writing the script, choosing the angles for all the cameras, setting up the science equipment, capturing the screens, setting up the lighting and setting the sound. and all that is before editing starts.
 

Playing Cards

 Some of the questions in the Maths papers are about playing cards, but some of the students have yet to see or play with cards and don't know the numbers or the suits. #MathEducation #PlayingCards

Applications of parametric waves

 Applications of parametric waves are vast, including the Synthesizer! With many waveforms being of a parametric function, they can produce unique and fascinating sounds. #ParametricWaves #Synthesizer #MusicProduction

Recording the heartbeat

 Our new electronic stethoscope has arrived and works great with a phone to record heartbeats. Plus, when combined with the @pascoscientific EKG sensor, students can both hear and see the heartbeat in action! #healthtech #medicaltraining

Safety Specs Damage

 Acetone caused damage to safety specs, but they served their main purpose by protecting the student from harm. Safety first!

Background Music

For YouTube video music, some prefer using a DAW to import loops and sounds to make tracks. However, I enjoy a more traditional approach. I prefer sitting down at the keyboard or organ to create or play a piece I know for the perfect background score.

Photograph the Spitfire day

Today marks the 87th anniversary of the first Spitfire flight from Eastleigh Airport near Southampton. To commemorate this historic event, one of the remaining Spitfires will recreate the first launch by flying over Southampton.

Rebuild the Linux Server Day

Time to rebuild the Linux server. It should take just a little while, but inevitably it fails somewhere, and I spend a few days doing this. I have two installations to do on the same machine this time, so double the trouble.

Three Generations of ATEM being upgraded

 After upgrading three generations of ATEM to the latest version, we moved on to upgrading the larger versions. Currently, all versions are still in use and are chosen depending on the lesson or project requirements. #ATEM #Upgrade #AVequipment #EducationTechnology

Hookes Law by remote control

 Teaching Hookes Law remotely with the help of multiview live shots of the equipment. Zooming in on readings for accurate results while performing the experiment in the virtual classroom enhances student experience. #RemoteTeaching #HookesLaw #VirtualClassroom

Installing a Load Balancer

Finally, tackling router settings after putting it off for a while. Searching through various manuals for information has been tough, and some suppliers make it even more challenging. Lots of trial and experimentation are involved to ensure everything works smoothly!

An internet load balancer is a device or software that is designed to distribute incoming network traffic across multiple servers or network resources. The primary function of a load balancer is to optimise resource usage, maximize throughput, minimize response time, and prevent server overload. In my case I am doing this the other way round to ensure that I always have an internet connection.

The load balancer continuously monitors the health and performance of the servers, and if one server fails or becomes unavailable, the load balancer automatically redirects traffic to another available server. This process ensures that the workload is evenly distributed across all servers, eliminating bottlenecks and reducing the risk of system failure.

Load balancing is essential in high-traffic environments, such as web applications, e-commerce sites, and online gaming platforms, where resource demand can be unpredictable and fluctuate rapidly. The load balancer helps ensure that the system is always available and responsive to users, even during high traffic or server failure periods.

#RouterSettings #TechProblems #TrialAndError