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Understanding The Nuances Lost In Squid Game Translations: Address Terms and Swearing

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Understanding The Nuances Lost In Squid Game Translations: Address Terms and Swearing Summary: Korean language professor Joo Won-seo shares her insights on the translation differences in the English subtitles of the popular Netflix series Squid Game. Address terms and swearing expressions are two areas where the nuances are lost in translation. Honorifics and family relationship …

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Lost in Translation: The Challenges of Translating Vulgar Language and Expressions in Squid Game

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Lost in Translation: The Challenges of Translating Vulgar Language and Expressions in Squid Game Summary In this article, we discuss the challenges of translating vulgar language and expressions from one language to another, using the example of the popular show Squid Game. We explore the differences in the use of address terms and swearing expressions …

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The Still Suits of Dune: A Sustainable Solution for Surviving in a Desert Planet

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The Still Suits of Dune: A Sustainable Solution for Surviving in a Desert Planet Summary In this article, we explore the concept of the stillsuit, a full-body outfit worn by inhabitants of the desert planet Dun that recycles moisture into drinking water, allowing them to survive in an arid climate where water is scarce. We …

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Robotic Spider-Man: Behind the Scenes of Disneyland’s Stuntronic Technology System

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Robotic Spider-Man: Behind the Scenes of Disneyland’s Stuntronic Technology System Summary The Disneyland Resort now features a robotic stunt performer called the Stuntronic acrobat, which can fly through the air using a technology system. Engineers Tony Dohi and Morgan Pope, who designed the system, described its development process to Wired. The Stuntronic acrobat was constructed …

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Disneyland’s Stuntronic Robot: Mimicking Human Performance in Mid-Air

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Disneyland’s Stuntronic Robot: Mimicking Human Performance in Mid-Air Summary In this article, we delve into Disneyland Resort’s latest technological innovation – the Stuntronic robot. Developed by a team of roboticists and engineers, this robotic acrobat is designed to perform stunts that mimic human performance in mid-air. The system uses sensors, including an accelerometer and a …

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Meme Detectives: Navigating the World of NFT Frauds and Authenticity

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Meme Detectives: Navigating the World of NFT Frauds and Authenticity Summary The recent surge in the popularity of non-fungible tokens (NFTs) has sparked the interest of meme creators and collectors. However, the issue of meme ownership and authenticity is complicated. Don Caldwell and his team at KnowYourMeme have been using their knowledge of viral content …

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Meme Ownership and the Rise of NFTs: How Know Your Meme is Tackling Authenticity

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Meme Ownership and the Rise of NFTs: How Know Your Meme is Tackling Authenticity Summary In this article, we explore the challenges of meme ownership in the age of NFTs and how Know Your Meme is using technology and community relationships to authenticate the true owner of a meme. We also discuss recent incidents of …

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Demonic: Creating a Horror Film with Volumetric Capture

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Demonic: Creating a Horror Film with Volumetric Capture Summary Neil Blomkam’s latest horror film, Demonic, relies on a technology called volumetric capture to create a video game-inspired look. Through photogrammetry and volumetric capture techniques, real-life people and places were turned into a simulated experience in British Columbia. This article explores the process of creating the …

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Using Volumetric Capture Technology to Create Demonic: A New Horror Film Set in a Digital Simulation

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Using Volumetric Capture Technology to Create Demonic: A New Horror Film Set in a Digital Simulation Summary In this article, we explore how Neil Blomkamp, the director of Demonic, used volumetric capture technology to create a unique and immersive horror film experience. The film was shot in a specific location in British Columbia and everything …

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