Dave
@davemck.bsky.social
Glaswegian nerdy type, former rocket surgeon, now doing controls & model based design. Massive fan of MATLAB, Simulink & test driven development (TDD).
#MATLAB #Simulink #TDD
#MATLAB #Simulink #TDD
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Dave
@davemck.bsky.social
· Jun 23
For some reason, I bought a 3D printer a few weeks ago. Goodness knows I've not got the spare time for it, but it's been quite nice to muck about with.
I've slowly been printing some Warhammer like bits because one of the kids has some Warhammer friends, who really have Warhammer Dads.
I've slowly been printing some Warhammer like bits because one of the kids has some Warhammer friends, who really have Warhammer Dads.
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Kind of obsessed with my 11-year-old's drawing of a black hole barfing out a rainbow and creating the earth.
February 4, 2026 at 11:42 PM
Kind of obsessed with my 11-year-old's drawing of a black hole barfing out a rainbow and creating the earth.
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Epstein wasn’t a “bad apple”
He didn’t “slip through the cracks”
He was the logical outcome of systems designed to protect rich, powerful men & discipline the rest.
Prisons didn’t stop him. Policing didn’t stop him. The state didn’t stop him.
He was protected & enabled by institutions of power.
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He didn’t “slip through the cracks”
He was the logical outcome of systems designed to protect rich, powerful men & discipline the rest.
Prisons didn’t stop him. Policing didn’t stop him. The state didn’t stop him.
He was protected & enabled by institutions of power.
1/n
February 4, 2026 at 7:19 PM
Epstein wasn’t a “bad apple”
He didn’t “slip through the cracks”
He was the logical outcome of systems designed to protect rich, powerful men & discipline the rest.
Prisons didn’t stop him. Policing didn’t stop him. The state didn’t stop him.
He was protected & enabled by institutions of power.
1/n
He didn’t “slip through the cracks”
He was the logical outcome of systems designed to protect rich, powerful men & discipline the rest.
Prisons didn’t stop him. Policing didn’t stop him. The state didn’t stop him.
He was protected & enabled by institutions of power.
1/n
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That‘s the spirit.
February 5, 2026 at 10:46 AM
That‘s the spirit.
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Woohoo, finally sunset gets to five!
The sun will rise in #Glasgow #Scotland tomorrow at 8:02, 120 seconds earlier than the day before.
It will set at 17:00, 131 seconds later than the day before.
It will set at 17:00, 131 seconds later than the day before.
February 5, 2026 at 5:16 PM
Woohoo, finally sunset gets to five!
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Woah. This is big news in the world of friction! I wrote about structural superlubricity in the final chapter of Sticky. So awesome to see a breakthrough like this phys.org/news/2026-02...
Physicists achieve near-zero friction on macroscopic scales
For the first time, physicists in China have virtually eliminated the friction felt between two surfaces at scales visible to the naked eye. In demonstrating "structural superlubricity," the team, led...
phys.org
February 5, 2026 at 5:17 PM
Woah. This is big news in the world of friction! I wrote about structural superlubricity in the final chapter of Sticky. So awesome to see a breakthrough like this phys.org/news/2026-02...
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One of the most visually appealing games I've ever seen. If i had a Swoo I'd buy it for sure.
Orbitals is now planned for Summer 2026!
"Blast off for an intergalactic co-op adventure! Work together amid the cosmic storm in Orbitals, coming exclusively to Nintendo Switch 2 this summer."
This game looks so cute!
"Blast off for an intergalactic co-op adventure! Work together amid the cosmic storm in Orbitals, coming exclusively to Nintendo Switch 2 this summer."
This game looks so cute!
February 5, 2026 at 3:24 PM
One of the most visually appealing games I've ever seen. If i had a Swoo I'd buy it for sure.
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Hello! I've only mentioned 48 times that I have a new book coming out, so today I thought I'd make it 49. If you go to the launch page you can read the whole first chapter, wherein I guarantee that despite being directed at middle-grade readers, you will laugh a minimum of three (3) times.
SAWYER LEE AND THE QUEST TO JUST STAY HOME is still on preorder! A mystery/adventure story about avoiding mystery/adventure for middle-grade readers and adults who aren't miserable humorless husks.
us.macmillan.com/books/978037...
us.macmillan.com/books/978037...
February 5, 2026 at 3:31 PM
Hello! I've only mentioned 48 times that I have a new book coming out, so today I thought I'd make it 49. If you go to the launch page you can read the whole first chapter, wherein I guarantee that despite being directed at middle-grade readers, you will laugh a minimum of three (3) times.
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Balrog: part penguin, part ostrich.
"balrogs dont have wings"
"balrogs do have wings"
balrogs are clearly stated to have wings but also those wings evidently are not functional so balrogs are closer to penguins than anything else
"balrogs do have wings"
balrogs are clearly stated to have wings but also those wings evidently are not functional so balrogs are closer to penguins than anything else
February 5, 2026 at 1:18 PM
Balrog: part penguin, part ostrich.
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Season 2 of Dinosaur is out today on BBC iPlayer, and soon on Hulu. It’s a great show you should all watch, and one I’ve viewed as a kind of thematic companion piece to Orla!, even though only one features mass murder and giant man-eating monsters. Funnily enough, NOT the one called “Dinosaur!”
February 5, 2026 at 1:27 PM
Season 2 of Dinosaur is out today on BBC iPlayer, and soon on Hulu. It’s a great show you should all watch, and one I’ve viewed as a kind of thematic companion piece to Orla!, even though only one features mass murder and giant man-eating monsters. Funnily enough, NOT the one called “Dinosaur!”
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Just a regular fox taking an #earlymodern Uber. Nothing to see here. #skystorians
January 16, 2026 at 10:10 AM
Just a regular fox taking an #earlymodern Uber. Nothing to see here. #skystorians
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I just signed a petition calling for an urgent investigation into Peter Mandelson's dealings with Palantir. Did he use his position as UK Ambassador to benefit the US spy tech firm? Sign now: www.foxglove.org.uk/campaigns/ma...
The Government must reveal all details of Peter Mandelson’s links to Palantir - Foxglove
Sign the petition for an urgent investigation into Peter Mandelson's dealings with Palantir. Did he use his position as UK Ambassador to benefit the US spy tech firm?
www.foxglove.org.uk
February 5, 2026 at 1:31 PM
I just signed a petition calling for an urgent investigation into Peter Mandelson's dealings with Palantir. Did he use his position as UK Ambassador to benefit the US spy tech firm? Sign now: www.foxglove.org.uk/campaigns/ma...
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Big W for the world, generally
Big L for those Serious Thinkers in our field who ran to place pieces on why we gotta upload the arsenal
Big L for those Serious Thinkers in our field who ran to place pieces on why we gotta upload the arsenal
Scoop: U.S. and Russia agree to observe New START nuclear pact after expiration
New START is the last major guardrail constraining the nuclear arsenals of the two countries that together hold some 85% of the world's warheads.
www.axios.com
February 5, 2026 at 2:02 PM
Big W for the world, generally
Big L for those Serious Thinkers in our field who ran to place pieces on why we gotta upload the arsenal
Big L for those Serious Thinkers in our field who ran to place pieces on why we gotta upload the arsenal
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"As co-chair, Beth, now 68, faced down intimidation from anti-trans groups to oversee a vote that cemented the Association’s inclusive ethos in 2024. It was, she says, 'the hardest thing I have ever done, and also the thing I’m the most proud of.'"
The women fighting for trans inclusion at Hampstead ponds
The High Court has rejected a legal challenge attempting to ban trans people from Hampstead Heath’s single-sex ponds. Good Law Project speaks to the activists and regular swimmers behind the movement ...
www.dazeddigital.com
February 5, 2026 at 11:37 AM
"As co-chair, Beth, now 68, faced down intimidation from anti-trans groups to oversee a vote that cemented the Association’s inclusive ethos in 2024. It was, she says, 'the hardest thing I have ever done, and also the thing I’m the most proud of.'"
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"Pressure mounts on the PM as even retro-whimsy social media account CEEFAUX lays into him." #KeirStarmer #MandelsonEpstein #spellingmatters
February 5, 2026 at 1:40 PM
"Pressure mounts on the PM as even retro-whimsy social media account CEEFAUX lays into him." #KeirStarmer #MandelsonEpstein #spellingmatters
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Absolute chills
Sir Ian McKellen performing a monologue from Shakespeare’s Sir Thomas More on the Stephen Colbert show. Never have I heard this monologue performed with such a keen sense of prescience. Nor have I ever been in this exact historical moment.TY Sir Ian, for reaching us once again.
#Pinks #ProudBlue
#Pinks #ProudBlue
February 5, 2026 at 12:40 PM
Absolute chills
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This is a great piece on both Benjamin and Jake Sisko, and the relationship of the actors who played both to Trek now.
February 5, 2026 at 1:11 PM
This is a great piece on both Benjamin and Jake Sisko, and the relationship of the actors who played both to Trek now.
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Talk to me when this is available without the other stuff.
I will not be taking questions
I will not be taking questions
February 5, 2026 at 11:47 AM
Talk to me when this is available without the other stuff.
I will not be taking questions
I will not be taking questions
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This is the story of how Scotland passed Safe Access Zones, and why they matter.
They’re not designed to attack anyone’s right to protest, but instead aim to protect vulnerable patients.
Healthcare should come without harassment.
Scotland chose safety and dignity. And we’re not going back! 💚
They’re not designed to attack anyone’s right to protest, but instead aim to protect vulnerable patients.
Healthcare should come without harassment.
Scotland chose safety and dignity. And we’re not going back! 💚
February 4, 2026 at 3:49 PM
This is the story of how Scotland passed Safe Access Zones, and why they matter.
They’re not designed to attack anyone’s right to protest, but instead aim to protect vulnerable patients.
Healthcare should come without harassment.
Scotland chose safety and dignity. And we’re not going back! 💚
They’re not designed to attack anyone’s right to protest, but instead aim to protect vulnerable patients.
Healthcare should come without harassment.
Scotland chose safety and dignity. And we’re not going back! 💚
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Zack Polanski's ( @zackpolanski.bsky.social ) strongly worded open letter to Wes Streeting, rightly urging him to rip up the Palantir contract in light of the Mandelson Epstein revelations
February 4, 2026 at 6:44 PM
Zack Polanski's ( @zackpolanski.bsky.social ) strongly worded open letter to Wes Streeting, rightly urging him to rip up the Palantir contract in light of the Mandelson Epstein revelations
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The government's Joint Intelligence Committee identified 6 ecosystems critical to our national security. All 6 face collapse, starting as early as 2030.
Every time we roll back environmental protections or delay action, the future costs get higher and the damage more severe.
Every time we roll back environmental protections or delay action, the future costs get higher and the damage more severe.
Nature loss is a national security risk, intelligence groups warn
The degradation of ecosystems around the world threatens UK food security, a long-awaited report says.
www.bbc.co.uk
February 4, 2026 at 8:01 PM
The government's Joint Intelligence Committee identified 6 ecosystems critical to our national security. All 6 face collapse, starting as early as 2030.
Every time we roll back environmental protections or delay action, the future costs get higher and the damage more severe.
Every time we roll back environmental protections or delay action, the future costs get higher and the damage more severe.
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Former speechwriter for Bush the Younger and Senior Editor at The Atlantic:
February 4, 2026 at 9:04 PM
Former speechwriter for Bush the Younger and Senior Editor at The Atlantic:
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On Monday 9th February we aren't just running the First Ultimate Geek Quiz - we're also holding a raffle!
We just had too many prizes for one quiz, so now you can spend £2 a ticket and get a chance at some further goodies. (George)
We just had too many prizes for one quiz, so now you can spend £2 a ticket and get a chance at some further goodies. (George)
February 4, 2026 at 8:41 PM
On Monday 9th February we aren't just running the First Ultimate Geek Quiz - we're also holding a raffle!
We just had too many prizes for one quiz, so now you can spend £2 a ticket and get a chance at some further goodies. (George)
We just had too many prizes for one quiz, so now you can spend £2 a ticket and get a chance at some further goodies. (George)
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Please do watch the new episode of The Muppet Show if you can.
It’s good for what ails ya.
It’s good for what ails ya.
February 4, 2026 at 8:32 PM
Please do watch the new episode of The Muppet Show if you can.
It’s good for what ails ya.
It’s good for what ails ya.
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“And the new Muppet Show - which did *not* suck…”
February 4, 2026 at 8:50 PM
“And the new Muppet Show - which did *not* suck…”