What Happens When an Aircraft Is Hit by Lightning?
An aircraft is hit by lightning in mid-air is actually a common occurrence and rarely poses a threat to the crew and passengers. So, what happens when a plane is struck by lightning, and how do planes withstand the strikes? The answers have to do with electrical conduction. Electrical Conduction A lightning bolt is a current of electrons that are all traveling in the same direction, and this is what causes lightning to have huge amounts of energy. A plane, however, is not harmed by all this energy because it is made of materials that are good conductors of electricity, like aluminum. The electrical current can pass through the conductors with no problems. Path of the Current When lightning hits a point on the plane such as the nose or the tip of one of the wings, the plane becomes an electrical conductor. (As mentioned in the previous paragraph, this is because of the materials the plane is made of.) The electrical current moves through the conductive material and leaves the plane at another point, which is often the tail. The current then continues its journey through the atmosphere. Impact on the Plane Pilot’s use a state-of-the-art weather curriculum and…
Gardening and A Fish Named Hardy
Unless you are new here, you know that we recently made a HUGE move!! From southern California to the very northern tip of Idaho. Sandpoint, Idaho to be exact. A place where it SNOWS. A lot! That will an important fact later on in my gardening story. The house we bought has a million dollar view! Absolutely spectacular from sun up to sundown and even the night sky is amazing. Unfortunately, the house and surrounding 10 acres has been neglected for about the last 10 years. That means a lot of work needs to be done. We’ve hired contractors to do all the main heavy duty things like windows, new doors, carpeting and new siding. The gardening though I’ve been tackling. SLOWLY. First, I just turned 60. I now officially make that NOISE when I stand up. I also found muscles that I didn’t know I had. I thought gardening was supposed to be relaxing. Not sweaty, HARD WORK!! Today I am sore! As I am gardening I am constantly thankful for the previous owners vision. Every single day a new and different flower emerges as another dies off. I have a constant explosion of color all the time. I’m…
Buying Home Furniture on a Shoestring Budget!
Purchasing home furniture on a shoestring budget can be rather challenging but you can turn it into a cushy, more interesting project through proper research. Whether you’re looking for some used items for your living room or zippy, luxury pieces from Hudson Furniture to add to your contemporary lounge, the tips below will come handy for buying the most snazzy and durable furniture at an affordable price. Go For Used Furniture Check out online stores and selling spots like eBay, AptDecoand Krbb for some cool used furniture. These are popular stores offering a wide range of home furniture and upholstery items. You can opt for pickup & delivery of your ordered furniture instead of having to go to the outlet to buy your desired leather sofa or vintage bed. Another great online store for buying used accessories is Chairish. It has been trending amongst buyers searching for reliable, good quality furniture at reasonable prices. Yard and estate sales are also valuable sources to grab used fixtures that look as stunning as new ones. Keep Your Budget In Check If you’ve got a tight budget for your buying spree, steer clear of lavish brands and expensive furnishings. Opt for a nice…
Could Your Business Survive A Cyber Attack?
Every business gathers personal data. It doesn’t matter if you are a sole trader or multinational company you will store information about the people using your business in some form or another. This data is sensitive in nature and needs to be protected. The personal data from individuals has the potential to be used in a discriminatory and damaging way. As the majority of this data is likely to be stored electronically you need to ensure it is protected from cyber attack. There are many laws in place to protect data and a breach can incur heavy fines. It is really important when gathering personal data from individuals that the information is accurate. It is important to confirm the identity of customers using a trusted identity service. This information must then be protected according to data protection regulations. Data protection Data protection laws are designed to legally control the access and use of personal data stored by businesses. Personal data includes names addresses, gender, health records, criminal conviction, sexual orientation and credit history. The majority of businesses will store information from at least some of these categories meaning that data protection laws must be complied with. Laws and regulations may…
