Sentences with phrase «light sails in»

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With the prophetic utterance ringing in their ears, «There shall yet be more light,» the Pilgrims sailed for England, where, after abandoning the unseaworthy Speedwell, 101 of them crowded aboard the Mayflower and sailed for America.

McFadden scored on a 63 - yardburst up the middle after sailing through a hole cleared, in part, by thepulling guard Parker, who likes to light up guys on the other team too.

The European Champion added a second RS: X World Championship silver to her medal collection at the conclusion of an intense and physical light wind regatta, with Shaw sailing a strong final race to finish second in the medal finale and claim the second step of the women's podium.

But Jeffrey Sheehy, chief engineer of NASA's Space Technology Mission Directorate in Washington, D.C., and Johnson agree that the technology could potentially pave the way for interstellar missions, in which powerful lasers could accelerate sail spacecraft to a tenth the speed of light or faster.

But the twin stars» radiation pressure has its limits; if Heller's and Hippke's 100,000 - square - mter light sail came in any faster than 4.6 percent light - speed, it would simply overshoot the system.

Rather than using multibillion - dollar laser arrays to boost small light sails to relativistic speeds for one - time flybys, Heller and Hippke propose using starlight alone to send larger sails on more leisurely journeys that would take them to all three stars in the Alpha Centauri system and leave them parked in orbits there.

Alpha Centauri's 80 - year triple - alignment next occurs in 2035, far too soon for any conceivable light sail from Earth to be anywhere close to the system; instead, Heller and Hippke suggest it might be more realistic to target the subsequent alignment, in 2115.

Moreover, the light sails that survive the 20 - year voyage would pass through the Centauri system in a flash, moving so fast they would have only seconds to capture high - quality close - up images and other data from Proxima b and any neighboring planets that may be there.

«In using starlight to reach relativistic speeds, one must use an extremely thin sail,» Loeb says, noting that the weaker push of sunlight calls for a correspondingly lower - density light sail.

If a flashlight sailed over the edge of that metaphorical waterfall, not only the flashlight but also its light beam would be pulled in.

By contrast, the coastal towns the pirates sail from are getting very little: they don't emit even enough light to show up in the night - time images.

For example, if it takes 20 years to travel 10 light - years to the next star system with a laser - sail system, and then another 10 years to settle it and build new lasers and seed probes there, the settled region will be a sphere growing in all directions at a third of the speed of light on average.

That's why, back on Earth, a 100 gigawatt laser will shoot into the sky and dump enormous amounts of energy into this sail, accelerating the craft to 20 per cent of light speed — enough to coast the 4 light years to Alpha Centauri in 20 years.

Although the new scenario is based on a mathematical study and computer simulations, the proposed hardware of the sail is already being developed in laboratories today: «The sail could be made of graphene, an extremely thin and light but mega-tough carbon film,» René Heller says.

Sailing He, meanwhile, had made a name for himself in photonics, the effort to develop technologies that manipulate light much as electronic devices control the flow of electricity.

DUBLIN — A scientific sailing trip around the world has shed new light on the vast biodiversity in the world's oceans.

The function performed by the imagined structures is to move alien vehicles using light sails, in which powerful light beams propel a reflective surface in the vacuum of space.

A spectacular example is named Herbig Haro 46 - 47 and is situated about 1400 light - years from Earth in the southern constellation of Vela (The Sails).

Crossing the huge distance between the Sun and Alpha Centauri using current spacecraft technologies would take several millennia, though the possibility of nuclear pulse propulsion or laser light sail technology, as considered in the Breakthrough Starshot program, could reduce the journey time to a matter of decades.

Our analysis shows that beams used for powering large light sails could yield parameters that are consistent with FRBs,» the researchers wrote in the study.

In this work, artist Vanessa Piche was inspired by the moody light cast upon the sails of a graceful fleet as each boat cut effortlessly through the water.

He effortlessly somersaults through the air, lands sideways on a building in a neon - lit metropolis, races along the building's wall and sails right onto the speeding car.

Note how the picture is bookended by shots of the ocean, the first of Molly and her charges on a threatening beach (crepuscular, somehow, in its natural lighting) and the last of Molly sailing away into a haunted, bird - infested horizon: an illustration, perhaps, of the alternative to Tippi Hedren's domesticization at the end of The Birds — of the re-assimilation of the feminine destructive energy into the long reach of a symbolic sea.

Whether it's sailing the high seas, getting lost in the world of Metal Gear, rubbing shoulders with Wookies, or fiddling with motes of light, there's some great cooperative and competitive multiplayer on the very near horizon.

* «Don't shoot, I've got your shoe» — Atomic Blonde... * Brawl in Cell Block 99: Bradley (Vince Vaughn) pulling headlight cable out of wife's car... * Mother's body sailing over moonroof, Mom and Dad... * Wrists bound with Christmas lights, Super Dark Times... * Thelma: hair hanging hydralike on outside of windowglass... * «I won't let you leave until you've tried my tart» — Martin's mother (Alicia Silverstone), The Killing of a Sacred Deer... * Captain Phasma eye through shattered mask; Gwendoline Christie, Star Wars: The Last Jedi...

Here, we present C - SAIL's recent survey and interview findings on district administrators» challenges implementing college - and career - readiness standards in light of the new Gallup Poll results.

Critical Knowledge: Completely redesigned for 2011New 8 - speed automatic transmissionSupercharged 3.0 - liter V - 6 engineLonger wheelbase increases interior roomNew all - wheel - drive systemNew electric power steeringGreen Facts: Lighter and more fuel efficientGasoline - electric hybrid powerplantAuxiliary 47 - horsepower electric motorAll - electric speeds up to 40 mphUnique hybrid «sailing» technologyIntroduction Originally launched in 2003, the Cayenne sport utility vehicle was a marked departure from the generations of Porsche sports cars that preceded it.

There are no rust bubbles, major scratches, chips, etc.The 15» Rallye wheels are brand new, including the center caps, trim rings and Cooper Cobra white letter tires.All of the trim and bumpers are in good shape and are not beat up.The glass is all in good shape and the windows roll up and down easily.Interior: The interior is in good shape overall as well.The seat covers look good and do not have any tears, holes, etc.The carpet looks to be in decent shape.The original dash pad has some cracks and a previous owner has put a carpeted dash cover on top of the dash pad.The headliner is in good shape but the sail panels are a little loose.The original speedometer and tachometer work, as well as the fuel gauge, but there is an aftermarket oil pressure and water temperature gauge mounted under the dash.The head lights, tail lights and brake lights all work, but the turn signals do not work.The windshield wipers work like they are supposed to as well.The B&M shifter works well and is easy to get in and out of gear.Drivetrain: The engine is a very strong running 340 small block that's had some work done to it.

When I buried the accelerator in the carpet, it flew away from stop lights, cruised effortlessly and sailed past slower traffic.

When I buried the accelerator in the carpet, it flew away from stop lights, cruised effortlessly and sailed past slow traffic.

Whether it's your ambition to witness the spectacular Northern Lights on a cruise into the Arctic Circle, cruise in a magnificent five - masted and fully rigged tall - ship as it navigates Italy's stunning and romantic western coast, or experience the thrill of sailing past Alaskan icebergs and exploring the legendary Canadian Rocky Mountains, these and many other cherished memories await you once you step aboard ship and set sail for the unique rail - cruise holiday of a lifetime with Great Rail Journeys.

I also can not emphasize enough how important it is to pack «light» (as if THAT»S ever possible) when traveling in confined spaces; so many settings — RV's, camping, sailing trip, cruise ships & train travel, just to name a few — require making the most use of small spaces.

Harbor Island is also an ideal place to enjoy the city lights by night, firework shows on the 4th of July, the annual boat Parade of Lights in December and sailing races, such as the America's Cup, when they are taking lights by night, firework shows on the 4th of July, the annual boat Parade of Lights in December and sailing races, such as the America's Cup, when they are taking Lights in December and sailing races, such as the America's Cup, when they are taking place.

Board your Avalon Suite Ship ® in Wiesbaden, Germany, then sail up the Rhine River to Basel, Switzerland, passing beautiful landscapes and quaint villages festively lit and decorated.This one - of - a-kind Christmas river cruise through France and Germany takes you on an excursion to Heidelberg, Germany, to visit the fascinating ruins of Heidelberg Castle, towering magnificently over the city.

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Built in 1824 at the site of a colonial fishing settlement, the Monhegan Island Light is easily accessed by a variety of Boothbay Harbor sailing excursions.

Prior to that an unattended light placed on the island in 1912 served as a guiding beacon for sailing vessels.

Fortunately, Viking added an evening cruise during our night in Budapest which gave us a chance to sail past beautifully lit buildings like the Budapest Parliament.

Visit this prominent landmark which was used to light the way for mariners back in 1913, serving as a pivotal navigation aid for ships sailing along the Orient run.

Some of the activities you can participate in and places you visit are: Sand boarding, sand tobogganing, sailing, swimming, snorkeling, Cape Moreton Light House, Blue Lagoon, The Desert and Big Sand Hills, Five Hills Lookout, Mount Tempest, North Point, Honeymoon Bay and much more!

Similar to Wind Star, both sailing yachts will have updated decor in the public areas, complete with new furnishings, upholstery, art, lighting, wall coverings, carpeting, ceiling finishes, window treatments, and floor coverings.

Gondolas sail guests around the Mediterranean's largest swimming pool, five giant aquariums reflect the Earth's oceans in the restaurants and spa, a swimming reef provides an aquatic haven to explore, a dramatic amphitheatre seating 900 will hosts world - class entertainment and spectacular light shows are set to adorn the night skies.

On your sailing adventure you will also enjoy a great food, cocktails, beer and a light lunch included in the excursion.

All of our charters sail out of the Flamingo Marina, the tour takes you to a secluded beach where you will snorkel and enjoy the sun while the crew members prepare your light lunch after you snorkel and bath in the ocean.

With lights twinkling in the twilight, you'll set sail towards Nusa Dua, heading to an evening of fine dining and entertainment.

He watched the lights of shrimp boats ride the waves at night, and in the far distance the lights of cruise ships sail north after their passage through the Panama Canal.

The all - inclusive plan at the Barceló Maya Beach & Caribe Resort includes room accommodations as selected; unlimited meals and snacks at all buffet restaurants and lunch and snack bars (see below for à la carte restaurant dining policy); unlimited beverages including domestic alcoholic drinks; stocked mini-bar with soft drinks, beer and bottled water; non-motorized water sports including windsurfing and sailing with basic instruction, paddleboats, snorkeling and kayaks; entry to the discotheque (domestic drinks included); use of lit tennis courts for day and night time play ($); a professional soccer field and paddle courts (lit)($); fully equipped fitness center, sauna, Jacuzzi, steam bath; resort activities and entertainment; «Barcy Club» supervised kids club for ages 4 - 12; use of facilities (excluding restaurants) at the adjacent Barceló Maya Grand Resorts; and an introductory scuba lesson in pool.

Touring ancient lighthouses (like the Monhegan Island Light), reeling in a big Striped Bass, viewing Eastern Egg Rock (where a colony of puffins nests each summer), and watching for whales are just a few of the many activities to enjoy while sailing off the coast of Boothbay Harbor.

Other popular activities from Ambergris Caye include snorkeling or diving at Hol Chan Marine Reserve and Shark Ray Alley, sailing / snorkeling tours to Caye Caulker, windsurfing, guided fishing (light tackle, trolling and fly fishing), sailing, parasailing, sea kayaking and hanging out in the nearest hammock watching the sun rise, or set, or both.

2 lit tennis courts Basketball Soccer Beach and pool volleyball Water polo Water aerobics Gym Yoga Ping pong Diving lesson in the pool Sailing, kayaking, catamarans, windsurfing and snorkeling just 5 minutes from the resort