Research Paper Title Carrying asymmetric loads during stair negotiation: Loaded limb stance vs. unloaded limb stance. Background Individuals often carry items in one hand instead of both hands during activities of daily living. The purpose of this study was to investigate low back and lower extremity frontal plane moments for loaded limb stance and unloaded… Read More
“Though the old military maxim that ‘the weakest point always follows success’ applies with especial emphasis to the operations of minor tactical forces, it might more sensibly be rewritten that the weakest point is when the leaders relaxes. This being the natural reaction of troops, there is no safeguard against it other than double vigilance… Read More
Events 484: Following the death of Huneric, his nephew Gunthamund becomes king of the Vandals, effectively ending the campaign against Christianity. 558: Chlothar I is crowned King of the Franks. 962: Arab–Byzantine wars: Under the future Emperor Nicephorus Phocas, Byzantine troops storm the city of Aleppo. 1598: Arauco War: Governor of Chile Martín García Óñez… Read More
Research Paper Title Effects of an improved biomechanical backpack strap design on load transfer to the shoulder soft tissues. Background The aim of the present study was to characterise shoulder strap structure and mechanical properties that may alleviate strains and stresses in the soft tissues of the shoulder. Methods Utilising a finite element model of… Read More
“Leaders must talk if they are to lead. Action is not enough. A silent example will never rally men.” S.L.A. Marshal, Men Against Fire, 1947.
Events AD 69: Emperor Vitellius is captured and murdered at the Gemonian stairs in Rome. 880: Luoyang, eastern capital of the Tang dynasty, is captured by rebel leader Huang Chao during the reign of Emperor Xizong. 1135: Stephen of Blois becomes King of England 1769:– Sino-Burmese War: The war ends with an uneasy truce. 1790:… Read More
Events AD 69: The Roman Senate declares Vespasian emperor of Rome, the last in the Year of the Four Emperors. 1140: Conrad III of Germany besieges Weinsberg. 1237: The city of Ryazan is sacked by the Mongol army of Batu Khan. 1361: The Battle of Linuesa is fought in the context of the Spanish Reconquista… Read More
