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RELLIS Data and Research Center

March 10, 2026
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March 10, 2026 Update:

 

The RELLIS Data and Research Center project at Texas A&M’s RELLIS Campus, a privately developed facility with about 10,000 SF of dedicated data center space for high-performance computing, is currently in limbo. Construction began over a year ago, with Phase I (a 45,000 SF two-story building) underway as of late 2025. However, the developer, RELLIS Campus Data and Research Center LLC, filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy in November 2025, raising uncertainties about completion and future progress. No recent official updates from Texas A&M indicate resumption or cancellation.

 


November 11, 2025 Update:

The project, located on the Texas A&M University System’s Rellis Campus in Bryan (Brazos County), has faced significant delays. Originally slated to begin construction by November 2021, it was pushed back due to the 2021 Winter Storm Uri. In November 2023, construction was announced to start in 2024, with an expected opening in Q3 2024 (July–September). However, no sources confirm completion or operations.Recent developments include:

  • February 2025: Bryan approved a reinvestment zone on the 25-acre site to attract the data center, with ongoing negotiations.
  • October 2025: Officials clarified no formal plans have been submitted for the site, despite zoning approvals for potential development.

The project’s official site (rellisdrc.com) states “Site will be available soon,” indicating it’s still under preparation. It’s designed as a 225,000 sq ft Tier III facility with colocation, cloud services, and educational spaces for workforce training.

FYI:

Company building RELLIS Campus Data & Research Center files for bankruptcy

Construction to begin on Rellis data center in Texas in 2024kbtx.com/…/company-building-rellis-campus-data-research-center-files-bankruptcy

Time Extension Approved By Brazos County Commissioners To Build A Privately Owned Data Center On The RELLIS Campus


The RELLIS Data and Research Center will be a public – private development with Texas A&M University.  The data center will be built on the new RELLIS Campus located in College Station, Texas.  It will offer cloud storage and outstanding managed services. The RELLIS Academy and Research Lab offers the ability for Texas A&M University to give real world data center experience to both students and faculty.

RELLIS Data and Research Center at Texas A&M University

Linguistic Map

March 9, 2026
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Anglo-American English must remain the standard language of the AI zeitgeist because it dominates the vast training data fueling large language models—often ~90% English, heavily skewed toward American variants due to Silicon Valley’s influence, internet content prevalence, and U.S. tech leadership.

This ensures peak performance, nuance, and reliability in AI outputs.  Their global status as lingua francas in science, programming, and digital culture sustains innovation momentum, cross-border collaboration, and accessibility, preventing fragmentation while the field advances.

A Selection of Electrotechnical Terms Evolved from the AI Zeitgeist
Relevant to Our Work for Educational Settlement Safety and Sustainability
# Term Definition
1 Artificial Neural Network (ANN) A computational model mimicking biological neurons, used in power systems for load forecasting and fault classification by learning patterns from electrical data.
2 Deep Neural Network (DNN) Multi-layered ANN for complex tasks like state estimation in grids, enabling deeper analysis of electrical signals for predictive maintenance.
3 Convolutional Neural Network (CNN) A DNN specialized for processing grid-like data, applied in image-based fault detection on power lines or substations using drone visuals.
4 Recurrent Neural Network (RNN) Neural network handling sequential data, evolved for time-series forecasting in energy demand and renewable integration in electrical networks.
5 Long Short-Term Memory (LSTM) An RNN variant that remembers long-term dependencies, used for accurate wind/solar power prediction in dynamic electrical systems.
6 Graph Neural Network (GNN) Processes graph-structured data like power grids, optimizing flow analysis and topology estimation in transmission networks.
7 Generative Adversarial Network (GAN) Dual-network system generating synthetic data, applied to simulate electrical scenarios for training models in scarce-data power environments.
8 Reinforcement Learning (RL) Learning through trial-and-error rewards, used for adaptive control in grid optimization and emergency load shedding.
9 Deep Reinforcement Learning (DRL) RL combined with DNNs, enabling autonomous decision-making in real-time power system stability and demand response.
10 Smart Grid AI-enhanced electrical distribution network that uses real-time data for self-healing, load balancing, and renewable integration.
11 Digital Twin Virtual AI-simulated replica of electrical infrastructure, allowing scenario testing for predictive fault avoidance in power plants.
12 Edge AI Decentralized AI processing at network edges, enabling low-latency control in IoT-enabled electrical devices and microgrids.
13 Neuromorphic Computing Brain-inspired hardware chips for efficient AI, reducing power consumption in electrotechnical applications like sensor networks.
14 Tensor Processing Unit (TPU) Specialized ASIC for AI workloads, accelerating matrix operations in electrical system simulations and optimization.
15 Predictive Maintenance AI-driven monitoring of electrical assets (e.g., transformers) to forecast failures using sensor data and ML algorithms.
16 Optimal Power Flow (OPF) AI-optimized calculation of efficient power distribution, minimizing losses in transmission lines via ML approximations.
17 Microgrid Localized AI-managed grid, enabling autonomous operation with renewables, using RL for energy balancing.
18 Phasor Measurement Unit (PMU) High-speed sensor providing synchronized data for AI-based state estimation and oscillation detection in power systems.
19 Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) Traditional system evolved with AI for enhanced monitoring, anomaly detection, and automated control in electrical utilities.
20 High-Impedance Fault (HIF) Detection AI techniques like SVM or CNN to identify subtle faults in distribution lines, improving safety and reliability.
21 Load Forecasting ML models predicting electricity demand, incorporating weather and usage patterns for grid planning.
22 Demand Response AI-optimized strategy adjusting consumer loads in real-time, using RL to balance supply in volatile renewable-heavy systems.
23 Energy Management System (EMS) AI-integrated platform for overseeing generation, transmission, and distribution, enhancing efficiency with predictive analytics.
24 Power Electronic Converter (PEC) Devices like inverters controlled by AI for fault-tolerant operation in renewables and EVs.
25 Composite Load Model (CLM) AI-tuned aggregated model of electrical loads, using ML for dynamic simulation in stability studies.

 

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English for Technical Professionals

LLM Model Evaluation & Agent Interface

Language Proficiency

National Electrical Definitions

How To Speak

Guinness Shepherd’s Pie

March 8, 2026
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The Recipe

Shepherd’s Pie is an traditional meal in the United Kingdom featuring a savory meat filling topped with creamy mashed potatoes. Traditionally made with ground lamb or beef, the filling is cooked with onions, carrots, peas, and a rich gravy, often flavored with herbs like thyme or rosemary. The mixture is then layered into a casserole dish and crowned with a generous spread of mashed potatoes, sometimes sprinkled with cheese. Baked until golden and bubbling, it’s a hearty, comforting meal, perfect for cold days. Its origins trace back to resourceful shepherds using leftover meat, making it a staple of home cooking.

 

Ibid.

Sweet Apple Pork Chops & Maine Potatoes

Cornbread & Coffee

Cornbread & Grandma’s Chicken Soup

No class on Wednesdays

March 8, 2026
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Trinity Christian College Association IRS 990 2024: Net Assets $49,917,552

Standards Illinois | Martin & Janet Ozinga Chapel | Illinois Building Codes

Illinois v. Rodriguez, 497 U.S. 177 (1990)

WellBeing Wednesdays

James Lindsay on Marx, Education, and the History of “Woke”


Participating in Christian customs—attending services, joining youth groups, observing holidays like Christmas and Easter, praying together, volunteering, or following familiar rituals—offers young people meaningful emotional support, even when they question or reject the supernatural elements of the Bible.

These practices create a powerful sense of belonging. Youth groups offer safe spaces to build friendships, receive mentorship from caring adults, and feel genuinely valued during the stresses of adolescence—identity questions, academic pressure, social anxiety, or loneliness.

Rituals and seasonal traditions bring comfort through predictability. Familiar patterns—group singing, shared meals, candle lighting, or annual celebrations—provide structure and a feeling of continuity in an uncertain world, helping reduce anxiety.

They also encourage reflection on values, a sense of purpose, and acts of kindness toward others. Helping in community service or supporting peers boosts self-esteem, resilience, and connection.

Research consistently shows that such involvement is linked to lower rates of depression, better coping skills, and higher life satisfaction—largely because of the social bonds, routines, and meaning these customs provide, regardless of literal belief in the miraculous.

Roadway Electric

March 6, 2026
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Rules for electric supply (power) and communication (telecommunication) lines and equipment, including those along or crossing roadways across and along campus perimeters. Copyright restrictions prohibit our sharing of the First Draft.  IEEE should be making this draft free of charge according to ANSI’s Incorporation by Reference Recommendations but, alas, we pick our battles. We have purchased the Draft Copy and have been discussing the changes for the past several weeks and will continue to do so until the March 24th deadline.

Shoes hanging on power lines

Relevant sections:

Sections 1–3 and 9 (Introduction, Definitions, References, Grounding Methods) — apply to all parts.

Part 1 (Rules 100–199): Electric supply stations and equipment (substations; generally not roadway-specific).

Part 2 (Rules 200–299): Safety Rules for the Installation and Maintenance of Overhead Electric Supply and Communication Lines — primary coverage for roadway scenarios.

Part 3 (Rules 300–399): Safety Rules for the Installation and Maintenance of Underground Electric Supply and Communication Lines.

Part 4 (Rules 400–499): Rules for the Operation of Electric Supply and Communication Lines and Equipment (work practices, employee/public safety).

 

 

Revisiting the Campus Power Dilemma: A Case Study (Michael A Anthony P.E, Patricia Koman Ph.D, Max Storto Ph.D 2013)

Wires, Roads, and Real-World Challenges at Clemson University

Challenges with Aging Electrical Infrastructure at California State University Fresno

Conceptual Study to Underground Utility Wires in Berkeley (UC Berkeley Campus Area)

Franklin W. Olin College of Engineering v. Department of Telecommunications & Energy: A Massachusetts Supreme Court case where the college challenged utility regulations on power and telecom lines, including overhead and underground installations. The ruling interpreted provisions affecting campus wiring safety and compliance.

Mega Construction Co. v. United States (Virginia Tech Case Study): A construction dispute analyzed at Virginia Tech involving delays and mismanagement in utility projects, including power line installations potentially affecting campus infrastructure.

 

2028 National Electrical Safety Code

NESC 2028 Call for Comment

7th Edition (2018): Geometric Design of Highways & Streets

Standards March: Water

March 6, 2026
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Curated list of our interest and accomplishments in water-related codes, standards and related best practice literature.

International Building Code | Chapter 29 Plumbing Systems

IAPMO International

Backflow Prevention

Fire Pump Reliability

Legionella

Emergency Shower & Eyewash Testing

Gallery: Great Lakes

Building Water Demand

Water and Electricity

Florida Gulf Coast University | Lee County

Water Management

University of Newcastle | New South Wales

Natatoriums 300: Advanced Topics

University of Southern California | Orange County

Qualität der Wasserversorgung

DRINKING, WASTEWATER & STORMWATER SYSTEMS

 

Vegetation & Animal Management

March 5, 2026
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Facility Management units in educational settlements rarely deal with tree obstruction on overhead supply sources except where off-campus sources provide power to agricultural units. The NESC does not provide specific tree‑species or pruning schedules—that is often left to local utility standards guided by NESC clearances. The IEEE Education & Healthcare Facilities Committee deals with these borderline cases, often collaborating with the IEEE Rural Electric Power Conference.

NESC Minimum Vertical Clearances (Rule 232)

Voltage (kV) Minimum Vertical Clearance (ft)
0 – 750 V 12 ft
0.75 – 22 kV 18 ft
22 – 46 kV 22 ft
46 – 72.5 kV 26 ft
72.5 – 121 kV 30 ft
121 – 145 kV 32 ft
145 – 230 kV 37 ft
230 – 345 kV 40 ft
345 – 500 kV 44 ft
500 – 750 kV 50 ft

NESC Minimum Lateral Clearances (Rule 234)

Voltage (kV) Minimum Lateral Clearance (ft)
0 – 750 V 3 ft
0.75 – 22 kV 3 ft
22 – 46 kV 4 ft
46 – 72.5 kV 5 ft
72.5 – 121 kV 6 ft
121 – 145 kV 6 ft
145 – 230 kV 8 ft
230 – 345 kV 10 ft
345 – 500 kV 12 ft
500 – 750 kV 14 ft

2022 Guide for Animal Deterrents for Electric Power Supply Substations

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