#rcds

We found Israeli soldiers who were being trained secretly by the UK

Israeli army officers have been allowed to study at a British military academy in central London throughout the Gaza genocide.

At least two Israeli colonels have attended the prestigious Royal College of Defence Studies (RCDS) since 2023.

One of the soldiers, thought to be Elad Edri, only graduated a fortnight ago.

Another officer, Yeftah Norkin, completed the course in July 2024 and almost immediately led the army’s “Bang” division in Israel’s invasion of Lebanon.

Norkin, who comes from an influential military family, commanded a patrol company in Operation Cast Lead, Israel’s 2008-9 war in Gaza which killed hundreds of children.

‘Rising stars’ Established in 1927 as the Imperial Defence College, the RCDS in Belgravia is one of Britain’s most eminent military academies.

From its elegant Georgian building ringed by embassies, the college organises training for “rising stars” among the officer class from the UK and abroad.

While Sandhurst teaches junior army officers, the RCDS mentors mid-ranking troops who have ambitions to climb the chain of command, awarding them a post-graduate certificate in international security studies.

The college describes itself as “a world-renowned institution committed to developing strategic thinkers… who have the potential to reach the highest ranks”.

RCDS alumni include Major General Hidai Zilberman, the former IDF spokesperson and now Israeli defence attaché to the US, and General Harel Knfao, who served as Chief of Staff of Israel’s Southern Command.

Read more:

Help Declassified expose the powerful by joining us:

Source || Double Down News

The data processing and connection IC solutions pioneer Montage Technology has changed the industry by releasing its fourth-generation DDR5 Registering Clock Driver (RCD), or DDR5 RCD04. This state-of-the-art chip, specifically made for DDR5 RDIMM memory modules, boosts data speeds to a whopping 7200 MT/s a 50% increase over DDR5 RCDs from the first generation.

The Constant Innovation in DDR5 RCD Technology by Montage Montage has actively influenced JEDEC standards for DDR5 RCD chips as a pioneer in memory interface technologies. Significant investments in research and development demonstrate the company’s steadfast dedication, enabling smooth product iterations and updates. Montage has successfully delivered the second and third generations of its DDR5 memory interface and memory module supporting chips in 2022 and 2023 since the introduction of its first generation in 2021.

Leadership Elevation with 4th-Gen DDR5 RCDs With its 4th-Gen DDR5 RCDs, Montage has raised the bar once more and cemented its leadership in memory interface chips. Leading memory manufacturers are now receiving engineering samples of the DDR5 RCD04, enabling the development of DDR5 memory modules for the upcoming generation.

Montage Technology President Mr. Stephen Tai underlined that “the RCD chip, positioned at the core of the memory module, serves as the essential conduit for data exchange between the CPU and memory.” “As AI and machine learning needs rise, the processing capability of CPUs must keep up with the need for matching improvements in memory performance. For today’s most demanding workloads, Montage’s most recent DDR5 RCD04 removes bottlenecks by unlocking increased memory bandwidth.”

Entire Support for DDR5 Modules Montage expands their product line to include DDR5 Data Buffers (DB) and other essential chips that support DDR5 modules in addition to its impressive RCD portfolio. These include Power Management ICs, Temperature Sensors, and SPD EEPROM with Hubs. This extensive lineup, when combined with the RCD chips, offers essential features for DDR5 memory modules.

To sum up, Montage’s 4th-Gen DDR5 RCDs04 not only advances memory modules into the future but also demonstrates the company’s dedication to quality and innovation in the rapidly changing fields of memory and data processing.

How to control the circuit of the household and similar use?

How to control the circuit of the household and similar use?

These days, almost every home, hotel, and office building uses a consumer unit switch box. Considering that it is the center of the wring system, this is where all electricity in every building is controlled and distributed. With the increasing rate of building fires triggered by faulty consumer units, it is necessary to ensure that you choose the right brand. At TONGOU, we do not compromise on safety. Our products go through several rounds of testing and qualifications, so that you can be rest assured.

Our consumer units contain the Miniature Circuit Breakers, popularly known as MCBs, and the Residual Current Devices or RCDs. Both have gone through and passed several quality assurance tests, from manufacturing to installation.

The MCB is an automatic electromagnetic device that automatically turns off a circuit when it detects a current higher than the stipulated value. Its job is to protect your house from dangerous effects of electrical malfunctioning. The MCB is similar in size and function to a regular fuse, but the MCB is proven to provide more real-time protection. When the MCB trips due to an extremely high current, you can always switch it back on manually as it comes with an easy-to-use and flexible switch, unlike fuses that have to be replaced each time.

The RCD, also known as the Residual Current Circuit Breaker, or RCCB automatically cuts off electricity from a circuit in the event of an electric shock. It also works in case of a fire outbreak, shutting off electricity that could make matters worse. RCDs are designed to provide personal protection, something that MCBs are not made to do. For instance, if you accidentally touch a live wire, the RCD is automatically tripped to prevent further damage or injury. Each RCD within your consumer unit consistently monitors electric current flowing through one or more circuits it is attached to. Immediately it detects electricity flowing down a strange path, it triggers a response to switch off the affected circuits.

Our consumer units are designed in such a way as to ensure maximum safety and ease of installation. The box itself is designed to aid smooth wiring and installation of all the components, such as the MCBs and RCDs, and complementing wires. The busbar is creatively designed to ensure that the devices cannot be incorrectly installed. The entire process can be figured out without any trouble.

Our Consumer Units measure up to our production hallmarks of novel design, excellent workmanship and reliable quality.

Like every product we’ve made, they come with standard approval from CE, SEMKO, CB, CCC and ISO9001 quality system certificate, amongst others. With over 20 years of manufacturing the best electrical devices, we sure know what we’re talking about.

Protect your life, and your building, from electrical dangers today. Buy TONGOU.

3 seconds, every 3 months.

That’s all it takes to help keep your family safe.

These two simple tasks, each taking around three seconds per device, are critical for insuring your home and family are protected.

Testing your RCDs

Testing your smoke alarms

I’ve spoken to several of my customers, family and friends recently, with the majority unaware of the current recommendations for testing RCDs and smoke alarms, which is what has compelled me to write this blog post.

RCD’s and smoke alarms save lives, so I believe everyone needs to know;

When to test each device;

How to the test them; and

The current legislations in WA.

RCDs

EnergySafety recommends testing your Residual Current Devices (RCDs) every three months. A malfunctioning RCD could have the same disastrous consequences as not having one installed at all, and what is more important than the safety of your loved ones?

To test your RCDs

1. Find your metre box which is usually located near the front door of your home or, if you are in an apartment building, the metre box might be shared with other tenants so ensure you test the correct RCDs for your unit if you don’t want to upset the neighbours by turning off the power for a moment or two!

2. Locate the RCD switches, they should be clearly marked and will have a test button on them. You should have a minimum of two RCD’s installed as per the current legislation in Western Australia (to comply with the Wiring Rules (AS/NZS 3000).

3. Press the test button. Each switch should trip to the ‘off’ position, if it does not, then call an electrician immediately to come and inspect.

4. Turn the RCD switches back on – easy as that!

Prefer we actually show you how to do it? Check out our previous post of an instructional video of how to test your RCDs.

So what’s the current legislation? How many RCDs do I need for my situation?

If you are selling or renting out your home, RCDs must be fitted to protect all circuits supplying power points and lights, to comply with the Wiring Rules (AS/NZS 3000).

Ideally everyone should have a minimum of 2 RCDs although more may be required depending on the situation. A licensed electrical contractor will install the correct number and rating of RCDs to ensure your home or business complies with the current legislation.

Smoke Alarms

The Department of Fire and Emergency Services recommends testing your smoke alarms once a month to make sure they are functioning correctly.

To test your smoke alarms

1. Locate the smoke alarms and one at a time, press the test button until you hear a loud alert tone and then let go.

2. Depending on the model of smoke alarm, you may need to press the button again to turn off the alarm.

Hardwired smoke alarms will usually have a light to indicate that mains power is connected. So keep in mind if you are testing your RCDs and smoke alarms around the same time if the power is not on, you will not be able to test the smoke alarms.

If everything works as it should and according to the manufacturer’s instructions, then pop a note in the diary to test them again in a months’ time, unless of course you run into any problems which I have touched on below.

If your smoke alarm is beeping or chirping

Smoke alarms that are mains powered may give a low battery warning sound if the power has been out for an extended period of time. If the smoke alarm takes rechargeable batteries they can take a few days to recharge once the power is back on.

If the smoke alarm doesn’t take a rechargeable battery you will need to replace the battery but make sure you consult the manufacturer’s instructions before you change it, as some models of smoke alarms batteries cannot be replaced. After changing the battery if the smoke alarm continues to sound a warning chirp or beep, the smoke alarm may be faulty and require replacement.

Smoke alarm batteries should be changed annually, even if the smoke alarms are hardwired as most use these batteries as a ‘back up’, again however consult the manufacturers instructions first. 

Smoke alarms have a shelf life of 10 years so if you’re coming up for replacement of your smoke alarms make sure you contact a licensed electrical contractor to come and replace them with hard-wired smoke alarms.

It’s also important to know that smoke alarms need to be kept clean from dust and cobwebs to keep them in good working condition and that you shouldn’t ever cover or paint over them.

If you need any more information on how to maintain your smoke alarms the DFES website has plenty of information available.

The current regulations requires those selling, renting or hiring out a property to;

Have compliant smoke alarms fitted that are in accordance with the Building Code of Australia (BCA) applicable at the time of the installation of the alarms. (The BCA specifies the relevant edition of the Australian Standard for residential smoke alarms (AS 3786) and location the smoke alarms must comply with);

are not more than 10 years old at the time of the transfer of ownership, or making the dwelling available for rent or hire;

are in working order; and

are permanently connected to consumer mains power (hard-wired).

The BCA requires smoke alarms to be interconnected where there is more than one alarm. However interconnection of smoke alarms is not applicable to a dwelling that was constructed on an application for a building permit made before 1 May 2015.

Now you know how easy it is to test these two life saving devices, there is no excuse not to and spread the word! These devices could save the life of someone you care about.