Causality

By The Engineered Network

Chain of Events. Cause and Effect. We analyse what went right and what went wrong as we discover that many outcomes can be predicted, planned for and even prevented.... more

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The podcast currently has 279 episodes available.

Causality episodes:

January 17, 20222: Coopers Gap Wind Farm
We look at the Coopers Gap Wind Farm that was briefly Australia's largest Wind Farm and talk about their efficiency and the strangled jet-engine noise these ones make.
With John Chidgey.
Links of Potential Interest:
Coopers Gap Wind Farm

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4min
January 13, 2022 1: Introduction and Model 3 Impressions
Introduction to the Pragmatic Electric (Edition) project as well as my initial impressions of the Tesla Model 3 SR+ after driving one for a few weeks, including other peoples reactions (positive and negative) to it.
With John Chidgey.

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9min
December 02, 202117: Apple Macintosh Cutting Through The Ballyhoo Part Three
From the 1984 commercial through to the pros and cons of the new Apple Macintosh, John Anderson provides a review of what would become the definitive personal computer from Apple in the 80s. From the July 1984 edition of the Creative Computing Magazine.
With John Chidgey.
Reading Material:
Creative Computing Magazine (July 1984) Volume 10 Number 07
Other shows on the network:
Causality
Pragmatic

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Episode Gold Producers:
'r' and Steven Bridle.
Episode Silver Producers:
Mitch Biegler, John Whitlow, Kevin Koch, Shane O'Neill, Oliver Steele, Lesley Law Chan, Hafthor, Jared, Bill and Joel Maher.
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20min
November 20, 2021105: Chips Ahoy
Where have all the chips gone? Scott Willsey joins John to look at how the shifting automotive use of ICs, a drought, a pandemic and poor planning amongst other things has led to an unprecedented global chip shortage with no end in sight.
With Scott Willsey and John Chidgey.
Links of Potential Interest:
2020–2021 Global Chip Shortage
Surging Demand Cause Semiconductor Shortfall
Global shortage in computer chips reaches crisis point
Wafer (electronics)
22 new 200mm fabs in semiconductor capacity boom
Foundry model
Top five chip makers dominate global wafer capacity
GlobalFoundries to take up-front payments for capacity
A Computer Chip Shortage Has Hobbled the Auto Industry
How Tesla pivoted to avoid the global chip shortage that could last years
Apple and the 10,000 CNC milling machines
Apple invests another $45 million in Gorilla Glass maker Corning
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co’s Water Woes
Torr
Etching (microfabrication)
Thin film
Photolithography
Ion implantation
Doping (semiconductor)
Wafer (electronics)
How COVID-19 will affect semiconductor demand in 2021
The Global Microchip Shortage: What It Means for Your Next Car Purchase
Experts drill into the motor industry’s chip issues

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Episode Gold Producers:
'r' and Steven Bridle.
Episode Silver Producers:
Mitch Biegler, John Whitlow, Kevin Koch, Shane O'Neill, Oliver Steele, Lesley Law Chan, Hafthor, Jared, Bill and Joel Maher.
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1h 11min
November 09, 202143: Triangle Shirtwaist Factory
In 1911 in Manhattan, New York, a clothing factory went up in flames just before closing time. We look at how faulty equipment, poor design and a fear of theft contributed to a wholly preventable incident that had such terrible consequences, but would trigger reforms that still impact the United States, a century later.
With John Chidgey.
This show is Podcasting 2.0 Enhanced
Links of Interest:
Triangle Shirtwaist Factory Fire
Brown Building
Shirtwaist
Court Transcript of the Criminal Trial
The Triangle Fire of 1911
Sweatshop Tragedy
Brown Building (PDF)
Sweatshop Definition
Machinery Needed for Garment Manufacturing
Different Types of Sewing Line Layout
World Tallest Building Passive Fire Prevention
Early 19th Century Firefighting
Cornell University’s Excellent Resource on the Incident:
The Triangle Factory Fire
The Triangle Factory Fire: Report Summaries
The Triangle Factory Fire: Timeline

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Episode Gold Producers:
'r' and Steven Bridle.
Episode Silver Producers:
Mitch Biegler, John Whitlow, Shane O'Neill, Kevin Koch, Oliver Steele, Lesley Law Chan, Hafthor, Jared, Bill and Joel Maher.
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28min
November 02, 202116: Apple Macintosh Cutting Through The Ballyhoo Part Two
From the 1984 commercial through to the pros and cons of the new Apple Macintosh, John Anderson provides a review of what would become the definitive personal computer from Apple in the 80s. From the July 1984 edition of the Creative Computing Magazine.
With John Chidgey.
Reading Material:
Creative Computing Magazine (July 1984) Volume 10 Number 07
Other shows on the network:
Causality
Pragmatic

Support Causality on Patreon

Episode Gold Producers:
'r' and Steven Bridle.
Episode Silver Producers:
Mitch Biegler, John Whitlow, Kevin Koch, Shane O'Neill, Oliver Steele, Lesley Law Chan, Hafthor, Jared, Bill and Joel Maher.
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15min
October 02, 202115: Apple Macintosh Cutting Through The Ballyhoo Part One
From the 1984 commercial through to the pros and cons of the new Apple Macintosh, John Anderson provides a review of what would become the definitive personal computer from Apple in the 80s. From the July 1984 edition of the Creative Computing Magazine.
With John Chidgey.
Reading Material:
Creative Computing Magazine (July 1984) Volume 10 Number 07
Other shows on the network:
Causality
Pragmatic

Support Causality on Patreon

Episode Gold Producers:
'r' and Steven Bridle.
Episode Silver Producers:
Mitch Biegler, John Whitlow, Kevin Koch, Shane O'Neill, Oliver Steele, Lesley Law Chan, Hafthor, Jared, Bill and Joel Maher.
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19min
September 28, 2021104: Mirrorless Revolution
Watching photography evolve in the past few years had demonstrated with computing power comes the possibility of ditching the SLR entirely and going mirrorless. Clay returns to discuss the mirrorless revolution. And yes, Clay called it first.
With Clay Daly and John Chidgey.
Related Episode Link:
Pragmatic Episode 94: Photography
Pragmatic Episode 101: Astrophotography
Related Articles:
Kit vs Tamron vs Prime Shoot-out
WhitePapers And Photography
Shooting Indoor Sports
200-500mm Zoom Lens Test
Astronomy With Zoom Lenses
John’s Photography:
Photography
John’s Lenses and Gear Presently:
Nikon Z6 II
Nikon FTZ
MB-N11 Power Battery Grip
AF-S DX NIKKOR 35mm f/1.8G
AF-S DX Micro-NIKKOR 40mm f/2.8G
AF-S NIKKOR 85mm f/1.8G
AF-S DX NIKKOR 55-200mm f/4-5.6G ED VR II
Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 200-500mm f/5.6E ED VR lens
Tokina ATX-I 11-16mm F2.8 CF
John’s Past Lenses:
AF Nikkor 50mm f/1.8D
AF-S NIKKOR 70-200mm f/2.8 E FL ED VR
Clay’s Lenses and Gear Presently: (Not film!)
Sony α7R IV
Sony α7 Pro
Voigtländer 15mm
Sonnar T* Full Frame E-Mount FE 35mm F2.8 Zeiss Lens
Sony FE 50mm F1.8
Sony FE 85mm F1.8
Sony FE 90mm F2.8 Macro G OSS
Sony FE 200-600mm F5.6-6.3 G OSS
Links of Potential Interest:
Mechanical vs Electronic Shutters
Two new Nikon DSLR cameras and several F-mount lenses coming in 2021
Canon: no new EF lenses unless market demands it

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If you’re looking for some Mac software that can do Many Tricks remember to specifically visit the URL below for more information about their amazingly useful apps. Check out their newest app Menuwhere, it’s amazing!
Visit manytricks.com/pragmatic and use the Coupon Code (listen to the episode to get the code) for 25% off the total price of your order. Hurry it's only for a limited time!

Episode Gold Producers:
'r' and Steven Bridle.
Episode Silver Producers:
Mitch Biegler, John Whitlow, Kevin Koch, Shane O'Neill, Oliver Steele, Lesley Law Chan, Hafthor, Jared, Bill and Joel Maher.
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1h 38min
September 16, 202142: Royal Canberra Hospital
The original Royal Canberra Hospital was flagged to be demolished in 1997 to make way for the new National Museum. A demolition via implosion was selected, but the implosion resulted in an explosion instead, and debris showered the huge crowd of onlookers with fatal consequences.
With John Chidgey.
This show is Podcasting 2.0 Enhanced
Report into the Incident:
Inquest Into The Death of Katie Bender (PDF)
Video Footage of the Demolition:
Canberra Hospital Implosion 1997 - YouTube
Royal Canberra Hospital Implosion - TEN News 13 July 1997 - YouTube
Video of Interest:
Miami Resort | Building Demolition | BlowDown
Links of Interest:
Royal Canberra Hospital
Building Implosion
Royal Canberra Hospital Implosion
Royal Canberra Hospital Implosion Images
Project Coordination
The 1996 Australian Federal Election
Successful ACT WorkSafe prosecutions
Explosives Used In Demolition:
Shaped Charge
RIOGEL TRONER HE
What is Powergel explosive?
C-4 Explosive

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Episode Gold Producers:
'r' and Steven Bridle.
Episode Silver Producers:
Mitch Biegler, John Whitlow, Shane O'Neill, Kevin Koch, Oliver Steele, Lesley Law Chan, Hafthor, Jared and Bill.

With thanks to
Infamous Sphere
for the topic suggestion.
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46min
August 01, 202114: Apple II Mouse
Rodent Technology for the II. A Hardware Evaluation, from the July 1984 edition of the Creative Computing Magazine.
With John Chidgey.
Reading Material:
Creative Computing Magazine (July 1984) Volume 10 Number 07
Other shows on the network:
Causality
Pragmatic

Support Causality on Patreon

Episode Gold Producers:
'r' and Steven Bridle.
Episode Silver Producers:
Mitch Biegler, John Whitlow, Shane O'Neill, Kevin Koch, Oliver Steele, Lesley Law Chan, Hafthor and Bill.
...more
13min

FAQs about Causality:

How many episodes does Causality have?

The podcast currently has 279 episodes available.