Pumping stations house pumps to move fluids from one location to another. They have dedicated functions, such as pumping water from a reservoir or transporting waste. Two main types of pumps are rotodynamic and positive displacement, and modern pump stations are monitored by computer. Pumping stations are buildings or locations that house pumps or other […]
There are four types of laptop docking stations: standard, industrial, high-security, and public terminals. They are not compatible with laptops smaller than 14 inches. Standard docking stations are bought as accessories and have connections for video, audio, network and internet. Industrial stations have additional features such as barcode scanners and advanced security protocols. High-security stations […]
Number stations are shortwave radio stations that broadcast a series of numbers with no other instructions or indications of purpose. They are believed to be used to transmit secret codes and messages to spies, using encryption keys and “one time pads”. No country has officially admitted to using them. Number stations are radio stations that […]
The Stations of the Cross represent Jesus’ condemnation and crucifixion, observed in Catholic Churches. Catholics can visit the Via Crucis to meditate on Christ’s suffering. The 14 stations are observed on Fridays during Lent and Good Friday. Some Catholics argue for a 15th station to emphasize the resurrection. The Stations of the Cross are both […]
