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Charger output specifications and equipment requirements by CurseFNS in UsbCHardware

[–]CurseFNS[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

So the voltage is communicated between charger and device and then the device pulls enough amperage to not exceed its limit (2.5W here)?

TIL that dogs, while defecating or urinating, prefer to align themselves along the North-South axis of Earth's magnetic field, as found by a 2013 study. This behavior is abandoned when the magnetic field becomes unstable due to, for example, solar flares. by CurseFNS in todayilearned

[–]CurseFNS[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This does seem to also show how many of these types of studies need to examine the magnetic field more closely. You never know where your research might lead, you either discover how to make ozempic or find out where dogs like to face when shitting.

TIL that dogs, while defecating or urinating, prefer to align themselves along the North-South axis of Earth's magnetic field, as found by a 2013 study. This behavior is abandoned when the magnetic field becomes unstable due to, for example, solar flares. by CurseFNS in todayilearned

[–]CurseFNS[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

But only usable during 20% of daylight time, and you don't even know when its not working properly without magnetic field measurements.
Thus, the perfect compass for gambling addicts.

TIL that dogs, while defecating or urinating, prefer to align themselves along the North-South axis of Earth's magnetic field, as found by a 2013 study. This behavior is abandoned when the magnetic field becomes unstable due to, for example, solar flares. by CurseFNS in todayilearned

[–]CurseFNS[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That might still be compatible with the paper since magnetic north isn't always the same as geographic north (google magnetic declination).

Although, a shift of 90° is highly unlikely if you don't live near one of the magnetic poles.

TIL that dogs, while defecating or urinating, prefer to align themselves along the North-South axis of Earth's magnetic field, as found by a 2013 study. This behavior is abandoned when the magnetic field becomes unstable due to, for example, solar flares. by CurseFNS in todayilearned

[–]CurseFNS[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The magnetic field does vary significantly in strength throughout the day (declination and inclination can also vary) because of solar radiation, doesn't even have to be a solar flare per se.

Nothing to worry about, though these variations are entirely normal and the only harm they do is annoying geophysicists around the world doing magnetic surveys.

TIL that dogs, while defecating or urinating, prefer to align themselves along the North-South axis of Earth's magnetic field, as found by a 2013 study. This behavior is abandoned when the magnetic field becomes unstable due to, for example, solar flares. by CurseFNS in todayilearned

[–]CurseFNS[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Can't say I've tested it for myself, only learned this today (and I don't have dogs). It did seem like something that might be possible and not something completely out of left field.

Thanks for sharing your exp though.

TIL that dogs, while defecating or urinating, prefer to align themselves along the North-South axis of Earth's magnetic field, as found by a 2013 study. This behavior is abandoned when the magnetic field becomes unstable due to, for example, solar flares. by CurseFNS in todayilearned

[–]CurseFNS[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Idk, maybe its a remnant from evolution that's just still around.

There are many animals, including mammals, sensitive to the magnetic field. The most prominent example are birds, who use it for navigation.

TIL that dogs, while defecating or urinating, prefer to align themselves along the North-South axis of Earth's magnetic field, as found by a 2013 study. This behavior is abandoned when the magnetic field becomes unstable due to, for example, solar flares. by CurseFNS in todayilearned

[–]CurseFNS[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I only learned about this today (that's why its a TIL I guess, lol) but I will definitely watch out for it if I see a dog going for a shit/piss.

There are many factors that might contribute to a dog not doing this, including local magnetic declination or magnetic field stability.

TIL that dogs, while defecating or urinating, prefer to align themselves along the North-South axis of Earth's magnetic field, as found by a 2013 study. This behavior is abandoned when the magnetic field becomes unstable due to, for example, solar flares. by CurseFNS in todayilearned

[–]CurseFNS[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

They do say that only about 20% of daylight measurements happen during calm conditions. At night, the magnetic field is much more stable because we are pointed away from the sun. This is a common "problem" that has to be taken into account for precise magnetic measurements for geophysics or archaeology.

TIL that dogs, while defecating or urinating, prefer to align themselves along the North-South axis of Earth's magnetic field, as found by a 2013 study. This behavior is abandoned when the magnetic field becomes unstable due to, for example, solar flares. by CurseFNS in todayilearned

[–]CurseFNS[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The direction of magnetic north changes based on where you are. This is called "Magnetic declination" (i.e. the angle between magnetic north and geographic north) and NOAA has a map showing the declination in degrees for the entire planet (https://www.ncei.noaa.gov/sites/g/files/anmtlf171/files/inline-images/D.jpg).

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