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Jens Lehmann’s interview with France Football

Former Arsenal goalkeeper Jens Lehmann sat down with our colleagues at France Football to reflect on some of the greatest moments of his career. Extracts below.

What are your memories like of that season without a fault that enabled you to enter the history books?

Only good memories! We had the impression that nothing could happen to us. There were several matches during which we were behind, but we knew that we had the mental resources to come back in the match and reverse the score.

What did this season mean to you and your team-mates?

The most important thing was to win the title. Then to have achieved that without losing a match was almost like the cherry on top of the cake. But, at the time, we did not realise the significance of our performance. It took several years to realise the full extent of it. Fo us, it was the mark of extraordinary constancy and a recompense for our individual and collective exceptional quality that we had in our squad.

It was without a doubt the best consecration that we have ever experienced. Such success has the same value was winning the Champions League where it is often luck, form of the moment, the amount of injuries and suspensions that play a capital role, a decisive one.

What was the great strength of your team?

We had a group that was very together with individuals who had great experience at the top level and who could make the difference at every moment. With the French internationals, who were some of the best players in the world. Without forgetting Dennis Bergkamp. We had an international star in each position. The chemistry was right and we really enjoyed playing together. But our best quality, was speed.

What role did Arsène Wenger play?

We were perfectly prepared, Arsène Wenger was one of the first managers to use video footage to dissect our opponents and to analyse our performances with the tiniest details, We also had very complex statistics. For example, we knew whether or not, from the 70 minute mark, an opponent would break physically. Nothing was left to chance.

Can PSG imitate Arsenal?

They have the means and the potential. Considering their financial power, I would say that they have to achieve this. But I can also see Bayern becoming an undefeated champion too as they have been playing at an exceptional level for several months.

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Review: Advances in steel surface treatment via green conversion coatings

A new a review study focuses on recent advances in the steel surface treatment via novel/green conversion coatings for anti-corrosion applications.

Replacing the chromate and phosphate conversion coatings (CCs) with nontoxic ones has played a key role in CC research in recent years. Although considerable efforts have been devoted to discovering and modifying the toxic CC alternatives, much of the research has been restricted to a few numbers of green CCs.

Addressing the toxicity issue of CCs

A new study has aimed to review the recent attempts that have been made in this area of research to address the toxicity issue of CCs, with a focus on the steel substrate. It includes investigations on different CCs: cerium (CeCC), neodymium (NdCC), lanthanum (LaCC), zirconium (ZrCC), titanium (TiCC), trivalent chromium (TCC), molybdate (MoCC), silicate (SiCC), and silane (SilCC). Surface studies, electrochemical measurements, CCs’ comparison, and film formation mechanisms were summarized. Imparting adhesion to the steel/organic coating interface or the delamination of the organic coating was discussed.

Moreover, the influence of several steel substrates (coated and uncoated) and solution parameters (pH, temperature, concentration, stirring, and immersion time) on the CCs properties were outlined. Various methods (such as additives, heat treatment, and subsequent film treatment) that have been employed to improve the green CCs properties and make them comparable to their harmful counterparts were explored.

The review has been published in Journal of Coatings Technology and Research, Volume 19, 2022.

Event tip

Anti-corrosive and protectiver coatings are in the focus of the EC Webconference Protective Coatings at 8 and 9 March. At the virtual conference you will also get insights on new developments in binder, additive and pigment technology for protective coatings.

PDMS coated stainless-steel mesh for the removal of microplastics

Researchers have designed a superhydrophobic 304 stainless steel mesh to capture microplastics. The microplastics separation can be explained from a colloid point of view.

The use of microplastics is a global issue that affects the environment, the economy and human health. Scientists now describe a superhydrophobic 304 stainless steel obtained by combining chemical etching and PDMS modification. Among other techniques, field emission scanning electron microscopy (FE-SEM) and high-resolution X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy (HR-XPS) were used to identify the hierarchical structure as well as the chemical composition of the surface. The stainless-steel mesh was superhydrophobic (159°) and superoleophilic (0°).

Removing high-density polyethylene microplastics from water

The coating presented high stability against abrasion of SiC abrasive paper as well as in the presence of different pH values in acidic or alkaline conditions. In addition, taking advantage of the coating’s wetting properties, the reseachers have shown that the superhydrophobic surface can also be used to remove high-density polyethylene microplastics from water. A surface mechanism promoting the removal of microplastics is also proposed, considering the surface properties of the solid pollutants as well as the wetting properties of the superhydrophobic coating.

The study has been published in Progress in Organic Coatings, Volume 170, September 2022.

Old Chinese Traditional Dress Embroidered Tang Hanfu

Old Chinese Traditional Dress Embroidered Tang Hanfu

Package Included:
One Big Sleeve Shirt
One Dress

Size Information Unit cm (1cm=0.394inch, 1 inch=2.54cm) Big Sleeve Shirt Size Bust Sleeve Length Length Height S 96 200 120 154-162 M 100 205 125 158-166 L 104 210 130 162-170 XL 108 215 135 166-174 Dress Size Waist Length Height / S Under 88 115 154-162 / M Under 92 120 158-166 / L Under 96 125 162-170 / XL Under 100 130 166-174 / Warm Tips: The size is Asian size, please choose the size according to the size chart Item Measure by hand, it could be 2cm-3cm different. All the images we list are 100% real object photos. But different computer monitor display colors differently.

Small Classic Tumbler – Clear Jar with Wooden Lid 145mls

Just like its name suggests, this timeless design will never date.

This l candle jar has a brilliant clear finish. Perfect when working with candle dye to show off your pretty colours.

This is a very strong, thick glass jar and complies with ASTM 2179 AND 2147 testing methods. (Ensures glass is able to withstand heat and has no cracks or fractures)

Measurements: Height 8cm, Width 7.3cm.

Approximate Volume: 145mls

We recommend 2mm Cotton Wicks for this jar.

Wear Resistant Ceramic Knapsack Elbow

Knapsack elbow is also known as reinforced elbow, Elbow part is a serious wear and impact place. Welding a wear part at the serious wear place of elbow called knapsack elbow. Wear-resistant ceramic knapsack elbow has realized double layer anti-wear, which is suitable for working condition with serious wear.

Wear-resistant ceramic knapsack elbow is made of special corundum ceramics pasted on the inner wall of elbow with high-temperature inorganic adhesive.The unique ceramic design makes the ceramic blocks form a mechanical self-locking force of 360° between the ceramic blocks after the last piece of the circle is embedded, which ensure a tight ceramic bond. The adhesive used for bonding ceramics has excellent adhesion to steel and ceramics. High strength and toughness, High heat resistance and aging resistance. It can be operated in temperature from -50℃ to 350℃ for a long time.

Chemshun wear-resistant ceramic elbow is generally used in thermal power, steel, chemical industry, smelting, cement and other pulverized coal conveying system, dust removal system.

And wear-resistant ceramic backpack elbow has two layers of wear resistant characteristics, using high quality alumina corundum ceramics, hardness up to HRA85, more than 10 times the ordinary pipeline wear resistance;

Resistance to high temperature, corrosion and oxidation: can run at 350℃ for a long time, resistant to acid and alkali corrosion and oxidation;

Thermal expansion and cold contraction: the thermal expansion coefficient of viscidity is between steel and ceramic, which can well adjust the extrusion of ceramic caused by the inconsistency of thermal expansion between ceramic and steel;At the same time, a variety of flexible fibers are added in the viscose to ensure that the ceramic does not fall off during long-term operation under vibration, frequent thermal expansion and cold contraction.

Easy to install: 1/3 lighter than ordinary pipe, easy to carry, save manpower, easy to install, more quickly, can easily set up the pipe higher;

Scour resistance: it can resist the scour of larger granular materials without breaking;

Smooth inner and outer walls, unobstructed airflow, no scaling: the smooth surface enables the material to pass through freely without hanging or blocking the material;

Low cost: reduce the load of support and hanger equipment and save the cost of materials;

Reduce maintenance: super wear resistance greatly reduces maintenance frequency, saving cost and labor.

Paste Piston Filler PPF-50T/250T/500T/1000T/2000T/5000T

PPF-T series Paste Piston Filler is an automatic filling system, which uses compressed air as power and is made up of precision pneumatic components. It's suitable for paste filling type. The material contact part is 304 stainless steel. Part of the air cylinder is with brand Airtac.

 

Features:

Reliable performance

Simple operation

Easy maintenance

High accuracy

Cost-effective

Foot switch

Table type

 

Application:

1. PPF-T series Paste Piston Filler that uses compressed air as power and is made up of precision pneumatic components.

2. It is semi-automatic piston type filling machine ideal for viscosity., such as beverage, water, chemicals and so on.

3. To use in the place where there is enough space, such as small factory, monopolization shop, and workshop, etc.

Monaco will not be activating Stephan El Shaarawy’s buy clause

According to La Gazzetta dello Sport and Corriere dello Sport, AS Monaco have informed AC Milan that they will not be activating the buy-clause in their loan deal for Stephan El Shaarawy.

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The Egyptian joined Monaco on loan in the summer and a clause within the contract states that should El Shaarawy play 25 games for Monaco, then the Ligue 1 side are compelled to buy the player for €14m.

AC Milan now face two options. Cancel the loan agreement with Monaco and find the player another club to go to in January, most probably on loan or force ASM to continue paying the player’s wages, even though El Shaarawy will not be receiving anymore playing time this season.

A number of Serie A sides are reportedly interested in picking up the player next month.

Hunter Schafer Likes Moisturizer, Orange Wine, Wiggling

Hunter Schafer has been doing great, you're so sweet for asking, during this current episode. After filming on the outrageously anticipated second season of Euphoria was suspended due to COVID-19, Schafer purchased a truck, drove across the United States to her sister's home in North Carolina, and proceeded to do what most of America's most privileged are doing during this time: Absolutely nothing.

But not for long! Cosmetics giant Shiseido recently appointed Schafer its newest Global Makeup Ambassador, and then Allure photographed Schafer for the cover of its September issue, in which Schafer can be read speaking on Euphoria, her artistic process, and the sociopolitical moment she's found herself in. She also answered a rapid-fire set of beauty questions, in which she discloses her fondness for wiggling and her latest wine purchase.


Best beauty tip?

Hunter Schafer: The only thing I do beauty-wise, really, is moisturize.

Most used item in your makeup bag?

Schafer: Shiseido Essential Energy Moisturizing Cream. 

Last product you finished?

Schafer: My previous jar of Shiseido Essential Energy Moisturizing Cream!

First thing you do when you wake up?

Schafer: Figure out the coffee situation. Whether I’m making it or finding it somewhere.

Last thing you do before you fall asleep?

Schafer: Turn on a TV show and take melatonin. I don’t like sleeping, but you have to do it.

If you had to get a tattoo right now…

Schafer: I always liked the idea of having hand tattoos. I hallucinated this shape that looked really crazy and terrifying that I’ve been thinking about so much. It’s a little sort of sun thing. I looked it up and the closest thing I could find was silhouettes of circular razor saws.

Favorite non-perfume smell?

Schafer: I don’t know specifically, but I was driving with my friends through the Valley a few days ago and we had the windows open — the smell of whatever grass is over there. [Editor’s note: LA Weekly once printed that jasmine was the #1 most recognizable smell in Los Angeles — besting Korean BBQ (#6) and marijuana (#13).]

[Blank] is the best medicine.

Schafer: Can I say wiggling?

Weirdest ritual?

Schafer: I don’t know. I guess my tics are kind of like rituals, but I guess that’s not fun.

Okay — weirdest tic?

Schafer: When I have an intrusive thought that I don’t like, I touch my head to my shoulder.

The last thing you bought?

Schafer: Orange wine.

What was your high-school beauty look?

Schafer: My first half of high school, I was really into wearing eyeliner, because I was more androgynous at the time and wanted to be gendered correctly, so I would do my little cat eye.

Happiest hair moment?

Schafer: I really liked having it purple when we were shooting Euphoria. That made me feel good, and it turned kind of blue, which was cool. Also, when I was first growing out my hair, I could do little space buns. That was a very happy moment for me.

A version of this article originally appeared in the August 2020 issue of Allure. To get your copy, head to newsstands or subscribe now.

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