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International Space Station (ISS)

The International Space Station (ISS) is a remarkable feat of international cooperation and a testament to human ingenuity. Let's delve into some of its key aspects:   A Global Laboratory: The ISS is a large space station orbiting Earth, where astronauts from various countries conduct scientific research and experiments in microgravity.   A Collaborative Endeavor: Built and maintained by a partnership of five space agencies: NASA (United States), Roscosmos (Russia), ESA (Europe), JAXA (Japan), and CSA (Canada).   A Home in Space: It provides a platform for long-duration human spaceflight, enabling us to  study the effects of space on the human body and mind.   Key Features and Functions: Research Laborator y: Equipped with various modules, laboratories, and research facilities for conducting experiments in fields like biology, physics, materials science, and Earth observation.   Crew Quarters : Provides living and working space for astronauts, ...

Aircraft Tires and Features

Aircraft tires are specially designed to withstand the extreme loads and speeds encountered during take-off, landing and taxiing. They are typically made of high-strength rubber compounds reinforced with steel cords or Kevlar. Key Features of Aircraft Tires High Load Capacity: Aircraft tires must be able to support the enormous weight of the aircraft during take-off and landing. High Speed Capability: They must be able to withstand the high speeds reached during take-off and landing without overheating or bursting. Retreadability: Many aircraft tires are designed to retreaded multiple times, which helps to reduce costs and environmental impact. Heat Resistance: Aircraft tires operate at high temperatures, especially during braking, and must be able to dissipate heat effectively to prevent failure. Cut and Chip Resistance: The tread must be resistant to cuts and chips from runway debris. Hydroplaning Resistance: The tread pattern must be designed to channel water away from the tire cont...

DIGITAL MONEY TRASNFER SYSTEMS

Now we are in living in digital world and so our banking channels are gone digital to a great extent. Here I am giving some insights of India's online payment systems.  What is a Digital Money Transfer System? A digital money transfer system is a technology-based platform that enables the electronic transfer of funds from one account to another. This eliminates the need for physical cash or checks, making transactions faster, more convenient, and secure. Before doing any online transaction, we have to know about the IFSC fist. IFSC : IFSC stands for Indian Financial System Code. It is a unique 11-digit alphanumeric code assigned by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) to each bank branch in India. This code is used to identify the bank and its specific branch for online fund transfer transactions such as NEFT, RTGS, and IMPS . How an IFSC code is structured: First 4 characters: Represent the bank code.   Fifth character: Always '0'.   Last 6 characters:...

Credit Score-The Backbone of the Global Financial System

  What is a Credit Score? A credit score is a three-digit number that represents your creditworthiness. It's a numerical expression based on an analysis of your credit files, primarily sourced from credit bureaus. Lenders use credit scores to evaluate the potential risk associated with lending you money.   Key points about credit scores: Range: Typically, credit scores range from 300 to 900.   Factors: Several factors contribute to your credit score, including: Payment history: This is the most significant factor, accounting for 35% of your score. Consistent on-time payments are crucial.   Credit utilization: This refers to the amount of credit you're using compared to your available credit limit. Keeping it low is beneficial. The ideal credit utilization ratio is generally considered to be below 30%.   Credit history length: A longer credit history generally indicates a more stable financia...