Local Monitoring System Research Articles

Ultrastructure of the endolymphatic sac in the mongolian gerbil.

We describe our findings in an ultrastructural study of the endolymphatic sac of the mongolian gerbil. In conjunction with its specific renal physiology, enabling this animal to withstand long-term water deprivation, we have used our findings to hypothesize the existence of a local monitoring system within the endolymphatic space. The presence of elastic tissue in the subepithelial space of the endolymphatic sac could explain the mechanism through which this structure equilibrates endolymphatic pressure changes. Finally, we propose that a secretion of water-retaining macromolecules may act through osmotic forces to modulate inner ear fluid.

Energy auditing in local authority buildings

In the current economic climate, it is vital that any Local Authority energy monitoring system must be seen to pay its way. Bradford has developed a computerised audit to cover a significant proportion of its buildings. It is argued that its current system is cost-effective and probably of optimum size. Some of the problems in implementing and maintaining the system are discussed. Examples of how it has been used to save energy (and cost) are given.

New optical monitoring method for arc-fusion splice of single-mode fibres and high-precision estimation of splice loss

A new local monitoring system with a 1.5 μm LD is proposed, utilising fibre bending just behind the splice. By the use of index-matching fluid completely evaporated by arc-discharge, splice loss and strength of splice point are not degraded, and, furthermore, the splice loss can be estimated with a precision of ± 0.01 dB.

Reducing the Cost Effects of Local Land Use Controls

Abstract This article discusses the inflationary effects of local land use controls, and proposes a monitoring system for measuring the demand for and supply of residential land. By monitoring the demand for and supply of land, local land use planners can adjust land development regulations to avoid substantial land price inflation. The steps for creating a local land monitoring system are outlined, and a hypothetical case is presented. The article ends by discussing why local communities would be willing to adopt a land monitoring system.