#college infrastructure upgrade

[townpostin]

Solar Power Boost for Jamshedpur Workers College

Institution Prepares for NAAC Evaluation with Green Energy Initiative 50 KVA solar plant installation underway as college enhances facilities and readies for accreditation. JAMSHEDPUR – While preparing for a national assessment, a local educational institution is incorporating sustainable energy. The installation of a 50 KVA solar facility at Jamshedpur Workers College is a substantial stride…

[mckinlily]

Plot armor but it’s Bruce Wayne’s wealth.

Bruce is one of the richest men in the world. Bruce does not want to be one of the richest men in world.

He starts by implementing high starting salaries and full health care coverages for all levels at Wayne Enterprises. This in vastly improves retention and worker productivity, and WE profits soar. He increases PTO, grants generous parental and family leave, funds diversity initiatives, boosts salaries again. WE is ranked “#1 worker-friendly corporation”, and productively and profits soar again.

Ok, so clearly investing his workers isn’t the profit-destroying doomed strategy his peers claim it is. Bruce is going to keep doing it obviously (his next initiative is to ensure all part-time and contractors get the same benefits and pay as full time employees), but he is going to have to find a different way to dump his money.

But you know what else is supposed to be prohibitively expensive? Green and ethical initiatives. Yes, Bruce can do that. He creates and fund a 10 year plan to covert all Wayne facilities to renewable energy. He overhauls all factories to employ the best environmentally friendly practices and technologies. He cuts contracts with all suppliers that engage in unethical employment practices and pays for other to upgrade their equipment and facilities to meet WE’s new environmental and safety requirements. He spares no expense.

Yeah, Wayne Enterprises is so successful that they spin off an entire new business arm focused on helping other companies convert to environmentally friendly and safe practices like they did in an efficient, cost effective, successful way.

Admittedly, investing in his own company was probably never going to be the best way to get rid of his wealth. He slashes his own salary to a pittance (god knows he has more money than he could possibly know what to do with already) and keeps investing the profits back into the workers, and WE keeps responding with nearly terrifying success.

So WE is a no-go, and Bruce now has numerous angry billionaires on his back because they’ve been claiming all these measures he’s implementing are too expensive to justify for decades and they’re finding it a little hard to keep the wool over everyone’s eyes when Idiot Softheart Bruice Wayne has money spilling out his ears. BUT Bruce can invest in Gotham. That’ll go well, right?

Gotham’s infrastructure is the OSHA anti-Christ and even what little is up to code is constantly getting destroyed by Rogue attacks. Surely THAT will be a money sink.

Except the only non-corrupt employer in Gotham city is….Wayne Enterprises. Or contractors or companies or businesses that somehow, in some way or other, feed back to WE. Paying wholesale for improvement to Gotham’s infrastructure somehow increases WE’s profits.

Bruce funds a full system overhaul of Gotham hospital (it’s not his fault the best administrative system software is WE—he looked), he sets up foundations and trusts for shelters, free clinics, schools, meal plans, day care, literally anything he can think of.

Gotham continues to be a shithole. Bruce Wayne continues to be richer than god against his Batman-ingrained will.

Oh, and Bruice Wayne is no longer viewed as solely a spoiled idiot nepo baby. The public responds by investing in WE and anything else he owns, and stop doing this, please.

Bruce sets up a foundation to pay the college tuition of every Gotham citizen who applies. It’s so successful that within 10 years, donations from previous recipients more than cover incoming need, and Bruce can’t even donate to his own charity.

But by this time, Bruce has children. If he can’t get rid of his wealth, he can at least distribute it, right?

Except Dick Grayson absolutely refuses to receive any of his money, won’t touch his trust fund, and in fact has never been so successful and creative with his hacking skills as he is in dumping the money BACK on Bruce. Jason died and won’t legally resurrect to take his trust fund. Tim has his own inherited wealth, refuses to inherit more, and in fact happily joins forces with Dick to hack accounts and return whatever money he tries to give them. Cass has no concept of monetary wealth and gives him panicked, overwhelmed eyes whenever he so much as implies offering more than $100 at once. Damian is showing worrying signs of following in his precious Richard’s footsteps, and Babs barely allows him to fund tech for the Clocktower. At least Steph lets him pay for her tuition and uses his credit card to buy unholy amounts of Batburger. But that is hardly a drop in the ocean of Bruce’s wealth. And she won’t even accept a trust fund of only one million.

Jason wins for best-worst child though because he currently runs a very lucrative crime empire. And although he pours the vast, vast majority of his profits back into Crime Alley, whenever he gets a little too rich for his tastes, he dumps the money on Bruce. At this point, Bruce almost wishes he was being used for money laundering because then he’s at least not have the money.

So children—generous, kindhearted, stubborn till the day they die the little shits, children—are also out.

Bruce was funding the Justice League. But then finances were leaked, and the public had an outcry over one man holding so much sway over the world’s superheroes (nevermind Bruce is one of those superheroes—but the public can’t know that). So Bruce had to do some fancy PR trickery, concede to a policy of not receiving a majority of funds from one individual, and significantly decrease his contributions because no one could match his donations.

At his wits end, Bruce hires a team of accounts to search through every crinkle and crevice of tax law to find what loopholes or shortcuts can be avoided in order to pay his damn taxes to the MAX.

The results are horrifying. According to the strictest definition of the law, the government owes him money.

Bruce burns the report, buries any evidence as deeply as he can, and organizes a foundation to lobby for FAR higher taxation of the upper class.

All this, and Wayne Enterprises is happily chugging along, churning profit, expanding into new markets, growing in the stock market, and trying to force the credit and proportionate compensation on their increasingly horrified CEO.

Bruce Wayne is one of the richest men in the world. Bruce Wayne will never not be one of the richest men in the world.

But by GOD is he trying.

[jmtorres]

i just saw a post about how we just have to "live with" covid and wanting more protections from our government is unreasonable because we'll never wipe it out, it jumps species and is in all sorts of animal populations (like, true ok) so why even try to

and apparently the argument was aimed at people (who I haven't seen in the wild) who are arguing we should still be in lockdown. and i have mixed feelings about the idea of extended lockdown or attenuating isolations; but my main feeling at this point is not that the government should keep us apart but that the government should be trying to make it safer for us to be together

things the government could/should be doing about covid:

we know that ventilation/air movement helps a shitton. we should be incentivizing upgrades to ventilation systems in all public buildings with shit like rebates or tax deductions, while phasing in eventual legal requirements. (and uh. it has occurred to me that the US might actually be doing this sideways by there's currently this decade enormous tax incentives in re energy efficient upgrades for slowing climate change and you know. energy efficient hvac does tend to improve ventilation. extra point to biden here.)

mandatory paid sick leave so workers aren't under social or economic pressure to work when sick

passing out RT-LAMP tests like metrix that actually work instead of the rapid antigen tests that have become less and less reliable as the virus mutates

i don't know how you'd write this law but like 95% or more of computer-based work can be done remotely and companies should not be allowed to force people to return to the office. I know there's people who want to be back in person and I'm not saying they should be forced to stay home but ffs I know of at least two people CLOSE to me who worked remotely before the pandemic and at some point their workplaces tried to tell them they weren't allowed to do that anymore despite the pre-existing contracts. stop canceling remote work for people that want, need, or prefer it.

for that matter, every college lecture that was an online class during covid should still be offered as an online class, there is no reason to force students into auditoriums in person. you got the communications infrastructure up and running, why are you tearing it down. give people the OPTION. it increases accessibility for everyone!

covid vaccine immunity lasts about four months. this should be well-publicized and everyone should be able to re-up for free every four months. "every year, like the flu vaccine" is demonstrably not often enough. actually "for free" isn't good enough start handing out $10 gift cards you will be shocked at how many people who are resistant to the idea of vaccines will fold for $10 a shot

are there already laws on the books about masks in medical settings that some medical professionals are blatantly ignoring because they forgot what best practices were before the plague and they're 'tired of masking'? if not, pass laws. if so, fucking enforce them

oh another incentives for upgrades phasing into legal requirements thing: brass doorknobs and railings over stainless steel or whatever. microbes do not survive on brass surfaces

i mean. i know this one sounds too extreme to a lot of people but. UBI.

most if not all of these measures will prevent or ameliorate other pandemics of different diseases that may arise in the future. and just. generally improve our health and quality of life for other reasons.

I haven't felt safe to go to a concert since 2020. Maybe if I knew a venue was legally required to have ventilation to a certain standard and that none of the ticket takers and ushers were on the job sick to avoid risking loss of paycheck or job, and knew a larger percentage of the crowd had up to date vaccinations--maybe if any or all that, I might ever feel comfortable going to a show again.

wouldn't it be nice if those of us who have been disabled, by covid or other conditions, had accessible remote options but also occasionally felt safe enough to interact with and participate in wider society?

one of the arguments on the post I saw was how isolation was massively psychologically damaging and various strata of society were affected in all sorts of ways, from undersocialized kids to increased depression in--well across the board, I think. and here's the thing: WE KNOW. PEOPLE WITH CHRONIC HEALTH CONDITIONS, LONG COVID OR OTHERWISE, KNOW ISOLATION SUCKS REAL BAD. because we, both for our own health and due to disability ostracism, are still isolating and isolated more than most.

what are you as individuals or societies, what are our governments, doing to help make it safe and accessible to rejoin you????

[csuitebitches]

Random reading recommendation 1 (find this under my pinned post, under “reading”)

https://www.imf.org/-/media/Files/Publications/SDN/2024/English/SDNEA2024001.ashx

International Monetary Fund - Gen-AI: Artificial Intelligence and the Future of Work PDF.

ABSTRACT: Artificial intelligence (AI) has the potential to reshape the global economy, especially in the realm of labor markets. Advanced economies will experience the benefits and pitfalls of AI sooner than emerging market and developing economies, largely because their employment structure is focused on cognitive- intensive roles. There are some consistent patterns concerning AI exposure: women and college-educated individuals are more exposed but also better poised to reap AI benefits, and older workers are potentially less able to adapt to the new technology. Labor income inequality may increase if the complementarity between AI and high-income workers is strong, and capital returns will increase wealth inequality. However, if productivity gains are sufficiently large, income levels could surge for most workers. In this evolving landscape, advanced economies and more developed emerging market economies need to focus on upgrading regulatory frameworks and supporting labor reallocation while safeguarding those adversely affected. Emerging market and developing economies should prioritize the development of digital infrastructure and digital skills.

[gattnk]

Terence and Scarlett, the youngest Deans in this Golden School's history. What kind of future do you think they'll bring?

I'm back on track my lovelies! Or rather, I never really left the AF train: I just needed some time to plan things out. I've sketched out the rest of the school staff, but I'll give priority to finishing chapter 5. Not gonna lie, I only finished these two first because I fell so in love with their designs I couldn't resist sharing them sooner!

Back in the early days of my production bible, I established the Golden School would offer other courses unrelated to guardian angels/devils; both the comic and S2 of the show inspired this concept. I came up with five faculties in total, with a pair of canon teachers at the helm of each. This is how Terence and Scarlett became my Academic Deans of the Tech and Support faculty.

Tech and Support is an engineering faculty: they're the mechanics behind mascots, vehicles like auto-spheres and motor-spikes, and pretty much every piece of angel/devil infrastructure on Earth. I chose Terence and Scarlett specifically because they're the least established teachers we see in canon. Simply put, they were the only teachers with enough wiggle room to fit the bill.

I took a long, hard look at what Terence and Scarlett were supposed to be in the series: the young, hip, hot new teachers in town when they first show up in the movie, the kind that make their younger students swoon and maybe stir some love trouble indirectly with their presence. I could definitely work with that!

Terence's original design looked like the kind of guy who brings an acoustic guitar to a college party, which is a very... 2000s kind of "hot". He needed an upgrade, stat. So I went on a quest and found that hunks are in vogue now, which is fine by me! And so a hunky engineer he became, with a high-visibility coverall, work boots, tool-bags and a helmet. He got to keep some stubble and his long hair (tied up in a ponytail for safety reasons) as a recall to his original design.

Scarlett's original design screams femme fatale, which is great for eye candy but not very practical when handling machinery. So I decided to gear her properly: strong-material overalls and shirt, work boots, welding gloves and safety goggles, protective horn cuffs, short hair and no jewelry (seriously, avoid wearing dangly bits like loose hair or jewelry when you're in a workshop). Properly geared women in STEM are, or so I'm told, pretty hot :v So mission accomplished!

While Terence and Scarlett's role in my rewrite is no longer to act as a romantic wedge between Raf and Sulfus, I ended up giving them shared traits with my Raf and Sulfus redesigns. It has a narrative purpose I won't disclose for now, but if you were wondering why they feel like grown-up genderbent versions of the protagonists, now you know.

Their new colors are pretty much a mash-up of their canon palette and my usual colors for angels and devils. I wanted to subvert expectations a bit however, so I gave Terence a red halo and wings and Scarlett blue horns and wings. They're the same hue as each other's eyes for entirely aesthetic reasons.

Honestly, it's been real fun so far to work on the teachers! I love working on side characters, there's more room to explore in terms of design because there's less expectations surrounding them.

I'll Fly With You (rewrite fic) Art masterpost

[dreaminginthedeepsouth]

Mike Luckovich

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LETTERS FROM AN AMERICAN

May 8, 2024

HEATHER COX RICHARDSON

MAY 09, 2024

Today, in Racine, Wisconsin, President Joe Biden announced that Microsoft is investing $3.3 billion dollars to build a new data center that will help operate one of the most powerful artificial intelligence systems in the world. It is expected to create 2,300 union construction jobs and employ 2,000 permanent workers. 

Microsoft has also partnered with Gateway Technical College to train and certify 200 students a year to fill new jobs in data and information technology. In addition, Microsoft is working with nearby high schools to train students for future jobs. 

Speaking at Gateway Technical College’s Racine campus, Biden contrasted today’s investment with that made by Trump about the same site in 2018. In that year, Trump went to Wisconsin for the “groundbreaking” of a high-tech campus he claimed would be the “eighth wonder of the world.” 

Under Republican governor Scott Walker, Wisconsin legislators approved a $3 billion subsidy and tax incentive package—ten times larger than any similar previous package in the state—to lure the Taiwan-based Foxconn electronics company. Once built, a new $10 billion campus that would focus on building large liquid-crystal display screens would bring 13,000 jobs to the area, they promised. 

Foxconn built a number of buildings, but the larger plan never materialized, even after taxpayers had been locked into contracts worth hundreds of millions of dollars for upgrading roads, sewer system, electricity, and so on. When voters elected Democrat Tony Evers as governor in 2022, he dropped the tax incentives from $3 billion to $80 million, which depended on the hiring of only 1,454 workers, reflecting the corporation’s current plans. Foxconn dropped its capital investment from $10 billion to $672.8 million.  

In November 2023, Microsoft announced it was buying some of the Foxconn properties in Wisconsin.

Today, Biden noted that rather than bringing jobs to Racine, Trump’s policies meant the city lost 1,000 manufacturing jobs during his term. Wisconsin as a whole lost 83,500. “Racine was once a manufacturing boomtown,” Biden recalled, “all the way through the 1960s, powering companies—invented and manufacturing Windex…portable vacuum cleaners, and so much more, and powered by middle-class jobs.

“And then came trickle-down economics [which] cut taxes for the very wealthy and biggest corporations…. We shipped American jobs overseas because labor was cheaper. We slashed public investment in education and innovation. And the result: We hollowed out the middle class. My predecessor and his administration doubled down on that failed trickle-down economics, along with the [trail] of broken promises.” 

“But that’s not on my watch,” Biden said. “We’re determined to turn it around.” He noted that thanks to the Democrats’ policies, in the past three years, Racine has added nearly 4,000 jobs—hitting a record low unemployment rate—and Wisconsin as a whole has gained 178,000 new jobs. 

The Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, the CHIPS and Science Act, and the Inflation Reduction Act have fueled “a historic boom in rebuilding our roads and bridges, developing and deploying clean energy, [and] revitalizing American manufacturing,” he said. That investment has attracted $866 billion in private-sector investment across the country, creating hundreds of thousands of jobs “building new semiconductor factories, electric vehicles and battery factories…here in America.” 

The Biden administration has been scrupulous about making sure that money from the funds appropriated to rebuild the nation’s infrastructure and manufacturing base has gone to Republican-dominated districts; indeed, Republican-dominated states have gotten the bulk of those investments. “President Biden promised to be the president of all Americans—whether you voted for him or not. And that’s what this agenda is delivering,” White House deputy chief of staff Natalie Quillian told Matt Egan of CNN in February. 

But there is, perhaps, a deeper national strategy behind that investment. Political philosophers studying the rise of authoritarianism note that strongmen rise by appealing to a population that has been dispossessed economically or otherwise. By bringing jobs back to those regions that have lost them over the past several decades and promising “the great comeback story all across…the entire country,” as he did today, Biden is striking at that sense of alienation.

“When folks see a new factory being built here in Wisconsin, people going to work making a really good wage in their hometowns, I hope they feel the pride that I feel,” Biden said. “Pride in their hometowns making a comeback. Pride in knowing we can get big things done in America still.” 

That approach might be gaining traction. Last Friday, when Trump warned the audience of Fox 2 Detroit television that President’s Biden’s policies would cost jobs in Michigan, local host Roop Raj provided a “reality check,” noting that Michigan gained 24,000 jobs between January 2021, when Biden took office, and May 2023.

At Gateway Technical College, Biden thanked Wisconsin governor Tony Evers and Racine mayor Cory Mason, both Democrats, as well as Microsoft president Brad Smith and AFL-CIO president Liz Schuler.

The picture of Wisconsin state officials working with business and labor leaders, at a public college established in 1911, was an image straight from the Progressive Era, when the state was the birthplace of the so-called Wisconsin Idea. In the earliest years of the twentieth century, when the country reeled under industrial monopolies and labor strikes, Wisconsin governor Robert “Fighting Bob” La Follette and his colleagues advanced the idea that professors, lawmakers, and officials should work together to provide technical expertise to enable the state to mediate a fair relationship between workers and employers. 

In his introduction to the 1912 book explaining the Wisconsin Idea, former president Theodore Roosevelt, a Republican, explained that the Wisconsin Idea turned the ideas of reformers into a workable plan, then set out to put those ideas into practice. Roosevelt approvingly quoted economist Simon Patten, who maintained that the world had adequate resources to feed, clothe, and educate everyone, if only people cared to achieve that end. Quoting Patten, Roosevelt wrote: “The real idealist is a pragmatist and an economist. He demands measurable results and reaches them by means made available by economic efficiency. Only in this way is social progress possible.”

Reformers must be able to envision a better future, Roosevelt wrote, but they must also find a way to turn those ideals into reality. That involved careful study and hard work to develop the machinery to achieve their ends. 

Roosevelt compared people engaged in progressive reform to “that greatest of all democratic reformers, Abraham Lincoln.” Like Lincoln, he wrote, reformers “will be assailed on the one side by the reactionary, and on the other by that type of bubble reformer who is only anxious to go to extremes, and who always gets angry when he is asked what practical results he can show.” “[T]he true reformer,” Roosevelt wrote, “must study hard and work patiently.” 

“It is no easy matter actually to insure, instead of merely talking about, a measurable equality of opportunity for all men,” Roosevelt wrote. “It is no easy matter to make this Republic genuinely an industrial as well as a political democracy. It is no easy matter to secure justice for those who in the past have not received it, and at the same time to see that no injustice is meted out to others in the process. It is no easy matter to keep the balance level and make it evident that we have set our faces like flint against seeing this government turned into either government by a plutocracy, or government by a mob. It is no easy matter to give the public their proper control over corporations and big business, and yet to prevent abuse of that control.”

“All through the Union we need to learn the Wisconsin lesson,” Roosevelt wrote in 1912.

“We’re the United States of America,” President Biden said today, “And there’s nothing beyond our capacity when we work together.”

LETTERS FROM AN AMERICAN

HEATHER COX RICHARDSON

[asifforbihar]

Asif Ahmad: A Young Entrepreneur from Bihar

Bihar, the state I proudly call home, has long faced significant challenges in key areas such as healthcare, education, and infrastructure. Growing up in Bihar, I personally witnessed the struggles of talented individuals forced to leave their home state in search of better opportunities. This experience became the driving force behind my mission to transform Bihar into a thriving hub where every individual—no matter their background—can achieve their full potential without having to migrate for a better life. Over the years, I have focused on addressing some of Bihar’s most pressing issues: limited access to quality education, a shortage of healthcare services, and the need for sustainable infrastructure.

Education: A Cornerstone for Empowerment

Education has always been at the heart of my vision for Bihar. As a young person here, I saw the immense potential in our youth but recognized the stark gap in access to quality education. Many young people had to leave Bihar to pursue their academic goals, and this migration was a barrier to both personal growth and regional development. After returning to India from my studies abroad, I focused on strengthening local institutions like Madhubani Medical College and the Madhubani Institute of Nursing & Paramedical Sciences. These institutions provide world-class education in Bihar, offering opportunities for local youth to thrive in their home state. By training students locally, particularly in healthcare, we aim to ensure that Bihar retains its brightest minds and creates a sustainable environment for them to contribute meaningfully to the state’s growth.

Healthcare: Making Healthcare Accessible and Affordable

Access to quality healthcare has been another critical issue I’ve worked to address. Growing up in rural Bihar, I saw firsthand how families struggled to access basic medical services. The nearest healthcare facilities were often far away, and the cost of treatment was prohibitive for many. The shortage of trained medical professionals was also a major barrier to care. In 2019, I became deeply involved with Madhubani Medical College, which offers an MBBS program and is attached to a 600-bed hospital providing affordable treatment. With consultation fees as low as Rs 30 and room charges just Rs 150 per day, the hospital aims to make quality healthcare accessible to everyone. But this initiative is about more than just addressing immediate needs; it’s about building a self-sustaining healthcare infrastructure that can serve future generations of Biharis.

Infrastructure: Building the Foundation for Growth

For Bihar to truly prosper, modernization of its infrastructure is essential. This includes building reliable roads, improving transportation networks, and upgrading utilities. As part of Astaus India Pvt Ltd, the company I co-founded, we are working on various infrastructure projects aimed at improving connectivity, boosting the local economy, and enhancing the quality of life for Bihar’s residents. From eco-friendly construction to sustainable urban planning, we are committed to creating modern infrastructure that supports long-term economic growth and ensures Bihar can compete with more developed regions.

Creating an Ecosystem of Opportunity

Beyond education, healthcare, and infrastructure, my broader vision for Bihar is to foster an environment of opportunity, particularly for its youth. By focusing on entrepreneurship, job creation, and economic empowerment, I want Bihar to become a state where young people don’t feel the need to leave for better opportunities. Supporting local entrepreneurs and small businesses is key to creating a thriving, self-sustaining economy. This will encourage innovation, generate employment, and help the state build an ecosystem that empowers its citizens.

A Broader Mission: Empowering India

While Bihar will always be at the center of my efforts, I also recognize that the challenges of education and healthcare are not unique to this state. That’s why I am also working on initiatives outside Bihar, such as the establishment of Kashmir Medical College, the first private medical college in the region. By addressing disparities in education and healthcare across India, my broader mission is to create an equitable system that benefits all citizens, regardless of where they live.

Looking Ahead: A Brighter Future for Bihar

Looking to the future, I envision a Bihar that thrives—a state where every individual has the opportunity to succeed, where youth can find fulfilling careers at home, and where accessible healthcare and modern infrastructure support the overall well-being of the population. I believe that with the right investments in sustainable development, a focus on innovation, and collaboration across all sectors, Bihar can become a leader in economic and social progress in India. The journey will take time, but with each step, we are laying the foundation for a more prosperous and equitable future. Bihar’s transformation is not just a dream; it is a vision I am committed to making a reality, one initiative at a time.

[colonelrajyavardhanrathore]

Col Rajyavardhan Rathore’s Vision for Jhotwara Under PM Narendra Modi’s Leadership: ₹ 924.32 Crores in Development Projects from January to July 2024

Introduction

Infrastructure Development Initiatives

Roadways and Connectivity

Under the visionary leadership, Jhotwara is witnessing an unprecedented overhaul of its road infrastructure. Projects totaling ₹ 350 crores are dedicated to expanding and modernizing road networks, ensuring seamless connectivity within the region and beyond. This includes the construction of new highways, widening of existing roads, and the implementation of advanced traffic management systems to alleviate congestion and enhance safety.

Urban Renewal and Smart City Initiatives

Jhotwara is poised to transform into a model smart city with an investment of ₹ 200 crores. This initiative encompasses the development of sustainable urban spaces equipped with smart technology solutions. From eco-friendly housing projects to the establishment of digital infrastructure, every aspect is meticulously designed to elevate living standards and promote economic growth.

Healthcare and Education Facilities

Recognizing the fundamental importance of healthcare and education, the government has allocated ₹ 150 crores towards upgrading and establishing state-of-the-art healthcare facilities and educational institutions in Jhotwara. This includes the construction of new hospitals equipped with advanced medical technologies and the establishment of schools and colleges aimed at providing quality education to the region’s youth.

Economic Empowerment and Industrial Growth

Industrial Corridors and Employment Generation

To catalyze economic growth and create employment opportunities, ₹ 174.32 crores have been earmarked for developing industrial corridors in Jhotwara. These corridors are designed to attract investment, foster entrepreneurship, and bolster manufacturing capabilities. Special incentives and infrastructural support are being provided to attract both domestic and international businesses, thereby stimulating economic activities and empowering local communities.

Skill Development and Training

A crucial component of Col Rajyavardhan Rathore’s vision is empowering the workforce through skill development initiatives. ₹ 50 crores have been allocated towards skill training programs aimed at equipping the youth with industry-relevant skills. These programs not only enhance employability but also foster innovation and entrepreneurship, laying a strong foundation for sustainable economic growth in the region.

Cultural Preservation and Tourism Promotion

Heritage Conservation

Preserving Jhotwara’s rich cultural heritage is integral to the development agenda. ₹ 50 crores have been dedicated to conserving and restoring historic sites, monuments, and cultural landmarks. This initiative aims to showcase Jhotwara’s unique heritage to tourists from around the world while instilling a sense of pride and identity among local residents.

Tourism Infrastructure Development

To capitalize on Jhotwara’s tourism potential, ₹ 50 crores have been allocated for developing tourism infrastructure. This includes the enhancement of tourist facilities, creation of thematic circuits, and promotion of eco-tourism initiatives. By leveraging its natural beauty and cultural richness, Jhotwara is poised to emerge as a premier tourist destination, thereby boosting economic growth and creating job opportunities in the hospitality sector.

Conclusion

Col Rajyavardhan Rathore’s vision for Jhotwara under PM Narendra Modi’s leadership is not just about development; it’s about holistic transformation. With an investment of ₹ 924.32 crores from January to July 2024 alone, the region is witnessing unprecedented progress across infrastructure, healthcare, education, economy, and cultural preservation. This comprehensive approach aims to create a sustainable and inclusive growth model that benefits every resident of Jhotwara.

[deewellsosd]

I remember when the public high schools that my mother taught at, in the US Virgin Islands, offered ‘Shop’ and ‘Home Economics’ classes.

Sadly, those classes are looked down upon and the students that took those classes were too.

You see, we NEED plumbers, electricians, contractors, and carpenters.

Eventually, the ‘Shop’ and ‘Home Economics’ classes were eliminated because parents, teachers, and the government pushed for us to become doctors and lawyers for the so called prestige that these careers yield.

What our parents didn’t know was that the guy that was a general contractor could make $75k or more per year, run his own business and hire people.

You see, the government needs ‘workers’ and one of the ways to guarantee that there’s a long pipeline of workers is to tell people they need to graduate high school, go to college, and get a job where they work 40-hours a week.

You know the rest…..work 20 to 25 years and then retire.

My parents were raised with this mindset, but somewhere along the line they wanted more for themselves and our family.

Since trade skills aren’t being passed along from generation to generation how do we ensure that there are enough construction workers, electricians, and plumbers?

The Government.

On November 15, 2021, President Biden signed a $1 trillion infrastructure bill that will parcel money to local and state government agencies to upgrade the outdated roads, bridges and transit systems.

What we need to do is bring back classes like ‘Shop’ and even create vocational schools.

We NEED these schools in America now more than ever!

Read the NPR article here.

[propmart00]

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Srishti Samarth

Samarth developed by the leading construction organization Srishti Group is an exceptional private venture situated in Bhandup West, Mumbai. The undertaking is making 1 and 2 BHK flats available for purchase. The developed area of 1 BHK apartment is 665 sq ft. also, for 2 BHK apartments, it is 910 sq ft. Lifts, a vehicle leaving regions, power back-up, finished gardens, children's play region, radio administrations, local area corridor, water collecting, firefighting framework, and different conveniences required for the solace of living are accessible on the premises.

Srishti Samarth well-designed site has 1 tower, each with its own advantage. Srishti Samarth project was launched on 01 April 2015. Its possession date is 01 December 2022.

Project Advantage

The perfect blend of upgraded lifestyle & comfort

Enjoy the connectivity to urban city life

Access to quality social infrastructure

Location Advantage

Nahur station – 1.3 Km

Bhandup station – 2 Km

D Mart – 1.5 Km

 

Rustomjee Bella

 

Rustomjee Bella in Mumbai is making units available for purchase in Bhandup West. Look at a few apartments that suit your way of life and enjoy. Rustomjee Bella possession date is Dec 2023. The property offers 1 BHK, and 2 BHK units. According to the area plan, units are in the size scope of 326.0 - 529.0 sq. ft. The project by Rustomjee Manufacturers is set in 2 Acres. This residential project was sent off in June 2021. It has 168 units. There are 2 structures in this project. Rustomjee Bella is situated in Bhandup West.

Advantage of Location

Thane: 9.2 km

Bhandup Metro Station: 2.5 km

Powai: 6.2 km

Bhandup Railway Station: 1.8 km

Pawar Public School: 1.2 km

St. Xavier’s: 2.4 km

Ratnam College: 1.4 km

Menon College: 1.5 km

Sanjivani: 1.5 km

Lotus Multispeciality: 750 meters

 

For more information visit our website on : https://www.propmart.co/city/properties-in-bhandup/

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The truth is that PR is one of the worst-governed islands in the Caribbean. Corruption was rampant even prior to the hurricane. Infrastructure is 3rd world. There are more mayors there than in most states and they are all corrupt. Garbage service is unreliable. Electricity is unreliable. Water is unreliable. I love PR and almost purchased a house there. But it is an older population for as soon as they graduate from HS or college, youth flee stateside. Also, they've had several opportunities upgrade their US status but always failed to win the vote.

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Why Coimbatore Is Emerging as a Hub for IAS Aspirants: Top Reasons to Choose an IAS Academy in Coimbatore

While Coimbatore has been well known as a city of industrial growth as well as educational pride, it is slowly flowering into the abode for IAS aspirants. The city has emerged as one of the preferred UPSC coaching destinations owing to its growing educational infrastructure, experienced mentors, and conducive environment for intense study. If you are planning to take up the coveted IAS examination, choosing an IAS academy in Coimbatore could turn out to be a very smart decision. We will check out the top reasons why the city of Coimbatore is soon becoming a hub for IAS aspirants.

Well-Established Educational Ecosystem Coimbatore is known for its educational culture since it is home to many highly-rated schools, colleges, and coaching centers. A robust academic culture has helped in catapulting the number of institutes offering specialized coaching for competitive exams like IAS.

Many top IAS academies in Coimbatore have evolved over the years, taking up the myriad educational structures available in the city for quality coaching. They facilitate expert guidance, well-structured courses, and a well-managed learning environment, which is crucial to crack one of the toughest exams held in India.

Economical Coaching Modes One of the main reasons why Coimbatore is becoming a hotspot for IAS aspirants is due to the low cost. While places like Delhi and Chennai are considered very costly, the high-quality education provided by IAS academies is available at a very low cost in Coimbatore. Thus, it is another attractive destination for students from varying financial backgrounds.

To boot, it makes studying in Coimbatore a financially feasible proposition with the relatively low living costs. Students are free to focus on their preparation without worrying about extravagant living costs and hence is a practical option for many aspirants.

Personalized Attention and Small Batch Sizes Unlike some of the larger cities where coaching centers can have large batch sizes, IAS academies in Coimbatore typically have smaller, more personalized batches. This allows instructors to give individual attention to each student, ensuring that their specific strengths and weaknesses are addressed.

The most important benefit of having personalized mentoring to prepare for IAS is a focused level of attention and complete guidance on contentious issues for the students. It is easier for aspirants to interact with faculty members, ask questions, and have meaningful discussions in the IAS academies in Coimbatore due to small batches.

Experienced and Qualified Faculty Quality of faculty also acts as the decisive success factor to any coaching center. Many IAS academies in Coimbatore claim to have experienced faculties, either ex-civil servant or with a very good knowledge of the UPSC syllabus. They bring along with themselves vast knowledge and experience which means that the students are provided with the best guidance here.

Moreover, these academies frequently invite guest lecturers and subject-matter experts to give insights on complex subjects, making the preparation process more enriching. The guidance from such experienced professionals helps students understand the intricacies of the exam and approach it strategically.

Comprehensive Study Materials An essential aspect of IAS preparation is the availability of well-curated study materials. IAS academy in Coimbatore understand the importance of providing students with the right resources. These academies offer comprehensive study materials that cover the entire UPSC syllabus, including General Studies, Optional Subjects, and current affairs.

Upgrading the study material themselves to ensure these remain relevant and reflect the latest trends in the exam. Online resources, video lectures, mock tests, and such sources are also often provided by institutes so students have a great deal of flexibility in learning in any way that suits them best.

Focus on Holistic Development The IAS academies of Coimbatore are profound in their holistic approach to IAS preparation. They aim at both academic excellence and giving the students the mental resilience and personal discipline to crack the UPSC exam, which is now being made possible by regular motivational sessions, group discussions, mock interviews, and stress-management workshops.

The physical and mental wellness of the students during such a preparation time is felt to be essential to allow consistency in the rigorous preparation. Inculcating a balanced approach makes Coimbatore's IAS academies equip the students for both the exam and challenges they are expected to face during their career as an IAS officer.

Focussed Study Environment The peaceful and relatively less chaotic environment of Coimbatore makes it an ideal place for focused study. Unlike bustling metropolitan cities, Coimbatore offers a calm and serene atmosphere, helping students concentrate better on their preparation.

The surroundings, being clean and with minimum noise levels and greenery, are perfect for a productive study environment. The connectivity of Coimbatore with hill stations like Ooty and Kodaikanal around it provides students with the opportunity to take short breaks and rejuvenate in the process of preparation.

Strong Student Community and Networking Opportunities Coimbatore boasts a large student population. Many IAS academies in Coimbatore hold seminars, workshops, and networking events for aspiring candidates. This provides students with the opportunity to interact with these successful candidates, IAS officers, and experts who share their insights and experiences.

Such interactions empower aspirants with valuable knowledge and keep them motivated throughout their preparation. The opportunities of networking from IAS academies in Coimbatore create a support system that assists students in learning from one another and keeping them motivated in the journey that they undergo.

Well Connected And Accessible Coimbatore's excellent connectivity makes it a convenient location for students from all parts of Tamil Nadu and its neighboring states. It is well-connected by air, rail, and road, thus making it easy for students to reach here in order to attend classes at the best IAS academy in Coimbatore.

This accessibility makes it the best destination for students who look forward to shifting to a peaceful yet well-connected city for IAS preparation. Infrastructure and educational setup at Coimbatore make it a prime place for aspirants looking for the quality of coaching and a conducive environment for their studies.

Conclusion Coimbatore as an IAS hub is rapidly forming itself, with which a lot of faculties are provided, such as reduced coaching costs, personalized attention, high-experienced faculty, and a learning environment. For individuals staying here or from other cities, an IAS academy in Coimbatore is the best institution to take all the resources, guidance, and support to crack UPSC, thereby making you crack the examination.

Combining the educational ecosystem of the city with the reputable coaching centers, Coimbatore is a destination for serious aspirants under IAS. This is where you can find everything for effective IAS preparation, from academic excellence to quality education, peaceful surroundings, and a friendly crowd.

Start preparing in Coimbatore's best IAS academy in Coimbatore today and take a step forward toward fulfilling your dream of becoming an IAS officer!

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Future Development Plan for Areas Surrounding Open Plots in Mumbai Highway Hyderabad

The open plots in Mumbai Highway Hyderabad at Kamkole are strategically located in a rapidly developing area, making them an excellent investment choice. With infrastructural advancements, educational hubs, and commercial developments on the rise, the future of Kamkole is set to transform into a well-connected and thriving community.

Proximity to Proposed Regional Ring Road (RRR)

One of the most significant developments near the plots in Hyderabad Mumbai Highway is the proposed Regional Ring Road (RRR) at Peddapur. This major infrastructure project will enhance connectivity and make Kamkole a prime location for residential and commercial developments. Investors and residents alike will benefit from smoother commutes and increased property value due to this vital link.

Growth of Educational and Commercial Hubs

The Hyderabad Mumbai Highway real estate market is witnessing a surge in demand due to its proximity to prominent institutions like IIT Hyderabad at Kandi and Woxsen University. Additionally, the presence of commercial hubs such as MRF at Sadashivpet and the Kamkole Toll Gate ensures a robust ecosystem that supports education, employment, and daily convenience.

Infrastructure Enhancements Around Kamkole

The open plots for sale in Mumbai Highway Hyderabad are surrounded by rapidly evolving infrastructure. With blacktop roads, a designer entrance arch, and electricity provisions within the project, the area is already equipped with high-quality amenities. Future infrastructure developments, including better roads, increased public transport access, and utility upgrades, are expected to enhance the overall livability of the region.

Proximity to Major Urban Centers

The Mumbai Highway open plots at Hyderabad offer excellent connectivity to urban centers. Located just 45 minutes from ORR Exit-3 at Muthangi, these plots provide easy access to Hyderabad's business districts, shopping hubs, and healthcare facilities. The seamless integration of urban and suburban living makes Kamkole an attractive location for families and professionals alike.

Residential and Commercial Expansion

The plots in Hyderabad Mumbai Highway are situated in a region surrounded by growing residential colonies, schools, colleges, hotels, and hospitals. This steady growth indicates a balanced development plan that caters to both residential and commercial needs, fostering a self-sustaining community.

Conclusion:

The future of the open plots in Mumbai Highway Hyderabad is bright, with a well-rounded development plan that includes enhanced connectivity, infrastructural improvements, and a growing ecosystem of residential and commercial hubs. As Kamkole transforms into a sought-after destination for real estate investments, now is the perfect time to secure your piece of this promising location.

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How modern are the campuses of top MBA/PGDM colleges in Mumbai?

Introduction

Overview of the importance of modern campuses in shaping the MBA/PGDM experience.

Highlight Mumbai as a hub Top MBA PGDM Colleges In Mumbai of top-tier business schools offering state-of-the-art infrastructure.

Brief mention of how modern facilities align with the needs of a global business education.

1. Key Features of Modern MBA Campuses

1.1. Smart Classrooms and Advanced Learning Spaces

Integration of smartboards, high-speed internet, and audio-visual aids SP Jain Institute Of Management And Research.

Tech-enabled classrooms for interactive and hybrid learning.

Use of learning management systems (LMS) and digital platforms for enhanced education delivery.

1.2. Specialized Labs and Facilities

Finance labs with Bloomberg terminals for real-time market analysis.

Innovation and entrepreneurship labs to foster creativity.

Simulation centers for experiential learning in areas like supply chain and risk management.

1.3. High-Tech Libraries

Digital libraries with access to global journals, e-books, and research databases.

Study pods and collaborative spaces for group projects.

Facilities for virtual learning and remote research.

2. Modern Amenities Supporting Holistic Development

2.1. Collaborative Spaces

Open lounges and discussion rooms designed for brainstorming and teamwork.

Co-working spaces that replicate corporate work environments.

2.2. On-Campus Residences

Modern hostels with amenities like high-speed Wi-Fi, recreation zones, and fitness centers.

Focus on creating a home-away-from-home environment with dining halls and cultural hubs.

2.3. Recreation and Wellness Facilities

State-of-the-art gyms, swimming pools, and sports complexes.

Meditation and wellness centers to promote mental health.

Green spaces and eco-friendly zones for relaxation and rejuvenation KJ Somaiya Institute of Management.

3. Technology Integration Across Campuses

3.1. Wi-Fi-Enabled Campuses

High-speed internet access across classrooms, libraries, and common areas.

Seamless connectivity supporting hybrid learning and research.

3.2. Digital Learning Tools

Use of AI and machine learning tools for personalized learning experiences.

Virtual reality (VR) and augmented reality (AR) for immersive case studies and simulations.

3.3. Campus Apps and Portals

Dedicated apps for student engagement, event management, and academic tracking.

Digital attendance systems and campus navigation tools.

4. Sustainability and Green Infrastructure

4.1. Eco-Friendly Buildings

LEED-certified and energy-efficient infrastructure.

Use of renewable energy sources like solar panels on campus.

4.2. Waste Management Initiatives

Recycling programs and waste segregation systems.

Rainwater harvesting and water conservation measures.

4.3. Green Spaces and Landscaping

Beautifully landscaped gardens and green corridors for a serene environment.

Urban farming initiatives in some campuses.

5. Modern Auditoriums and Event Venues

Multipurpose auditoriums with advanced acoustics and lighting.

Spaces designed for hosting conferences, seminars, and cultural events. International School of Design Kandivali, Mumbai

Integration of technology for hybrid and live-streamed events.

6. Global Standards and Benchmarks

How Mumbai’s top MBA/PGDM campuses compare with international business schools.

Examples of colleges like SPJIMR, NMIMS, and SJMSOM embracing global best practices.

Partnerships with international universities influencing campus upgrades.

7. How Modern Campuses Impact the MBA Experience

7.1. Academic Excellence

Enhanced learning through technology and innovative facilities.

Exposure to tools and environments used in global businesses.

7.2. Professional Grooming

Facilities replicating corporate workspaces for real-world training.

Collaborative spaces fostering networking and teamwork.

7.3. Personal Growth

Access to wellness and recreational facilities supporting a balanced lifestyle.

Green and sustainable spaces encouraging mindfulness and eco-consciousness.

Conclusion

Recap of the modern features of Mumbai’s top MBA/PGDM campuses.

How these campuses prepare students for the challenges of a dynamic business world.

Encouragement for aspiring students to explore these colleges for a comprehensive learning experience.

Call to Action

Invitation for readers to visit campuses or explore virtual tours to experience the modern infrastructure of Mumbai’s premier MBA institutions.

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Where I work has critical "if this doesn't work all work stops on that site" infrastructure for which DOS was the last upgrade. Somehow an amazingly bright person has managed to make the machines USB compatible so they can use modern keyboards on them and even load custom software updates via USB drive, but it's still DOS. It's a 90% chance that the one person who's adopted these machines as her charges to babysit is now the nationwide expert in them despite having less than 1 year's experience with them. There are no upgrades. There are no new versions of these machines. Software and hardware, they are both abandonware. And they are critical to keeping some Very Nasty products from causing damage to people/places. The farther I get into science and IT logistics the more I'm flabbergasted and horrified by the kludges and workarounds required to keep critical abandonware running. From investigative and research equipment to critical safety infrastructure so much was built for purpose, usually by one company who saw a need, but when the need was filled and all 5, 100, maybe 1000 units, were sold that was it and there was no more revenue coming in so the companies either abandoned the items or shut down completely. I know of several air-gapped Win NT systems running sewage treatment plants and dam systems too, so it isn't the colleges and research labs suffering, it's critical infrastructure for everyone.

(The rant about legacy abandonware software in government will have to wait for later, but if you've heard of the unemployment systems running on KOBOL then you'll have an idea of the issue.)

abandonware should be public domain. force companies to actively support and provide products if they don't wanna lose the rights to them

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NRL completes development of robotics capable of servicing satellites, enabling resilience for the U.S. space infrastructure

U.S. Naval Research Laboratory (NRL) Naval Center for Space Technology (NCST) in partnership with Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) successfully completed development of a spaceflight qualified robotics suite capable of servicing satellites in orbit, Oct. 8.

Under DARPA funding, NRL developed the Robotic Servicing of Geosynchronous Satellites (RSGS) Integrated Robotic Payload (IRP). This transformative new space capability was delivered to DARPA’s commercial partner, Northrop Grumman’s SpaceLogistics, for integration with its spacecraft bus, the Mission Robotics Vehicle (MRV).

“The recent completion of thermal vacuum testing marks a major milestone toward achieving the program’s goal of demonstrating robotic servicing capabilities on orbit in the near future,” said NRL Director of Research Dr. Bruce Danly. “NRL’s contributions to the robotic payload are an essential part of realizing this vision, which promises to transform satellite operations in geostationary orbit, reduce costs for satellite operators, and enable capabilities well beyond what we have today. In fact, the anticipated capabilities are potentially revolutionary for both national security and civil applications.”

As DARPA’s robotic payload developer for the RSGS program, NRL looked to the future to design, build, integrate, and test groundbreaking satellite servicing capabilities.

“This collaboration unlocks new servicing opportunities for both commercial and government satellites, enabling usual-close inspections, orbital adjustments, hardware upgrades, and repairs,” said Bernie Kelm, NRL NCST superintendent of the Spacecraft Engineering Division. “We’ve created advanced spaceflight hardware and software that will significantly enhance satellite servicing operations, including all robotic controls.”

Satellites in geosynchronous orbit, positioned approximately 22,000 miles above Earth, are crucial for military, government, and commercial communications, Earth-observing science, and national security services.

Currently, spacecraft face significant challenges, in part because of the inability to perform in-orbit repairs or upgrades. To compensate for the lack of servicing options, satellites are often loaded with backup systems and excess fuel, leading to increased complexity, weight, and cost. Should this project prove successful, satellites can receive in-orbit upgrades based on new technology to extend their service life, Kelm added.

“The military regularly fixes aircraft, tanks, ships, and trucks that break. We upgrade aircraft and ships with the latest radars, computers, and engines,” said Glen Henshaw, Ph.D., NRL senior scientist for Robotics and Autonomous Systems. “Satellites are the only expensive equipment we buy that can’t be repaired or upgraded once they are in the field, and this costs the taxpayer money. RSGS is intended to change this situation; we intend to demonstrate that we can upgrade and repair these valuable assets using robots.”

Thermal Vacuum (TVAC) Testing Process The test campaign put the robotic payload through its paces across the range of temperatures it will face while on-orbit and under vacuum conditions similar to space. Engineers tested all aspects of the payload including avionics, cameras, and lights, and demonstrated all operations, with each of its two robotic arms including launch lock deployments, calibrations, and tool changing. The test also verified SpaceWire communications and robotic compliance and visual servo control modes. 

“NRL’s Team RSGS has spent nearly 10 years focused on the goal of completing this first of a kind, robotic servicing payload,” said William Vincent, NRL RSGS program manager. “The completion of IRP TVAC represents a huge milestone and countless hours of work from an incredible group of dedicated personnel. Like sending a child off to college for the first time, shipping the IRP to Dulles is a bittersweet experience.”    

NRL worked for over two decades to mature the technology enabling the RSGS program. RSGS is designed to safely and reliably repair and upgrade valuable commercial, civil, and national security satellites, some of which cost over a billion dollars. In the near future, robotic satellite “mechanics” may extend the useful life of satellites by upgrading a variety of capabilities including new electronics, propulsion, and sensors capabilities. RSGS robots could demonstrate broad servicing as a precursor to building large structures in-orbit which could include the next great observatory, solar power stations, or other revolutionary new systems.

“We hope that this will eventually lead to spacecraft that are more modular and easier to maintain,��� Henshaw said.

Following its anticipated 2026 launch on the Northrop Grumman’s MRV spacecraft bus, the robotic payload will undergo initial checkout and calibration with full operational servicing missions to follow.

“We will proudly watch RSGS as it provides resilience for the current U.S. space infrastructure and takes the first concrete steps toward a transformed space architecture with revolutionary capabilities,” Vincent said.

About the U.S. Naval Research Laboratory

NRL has a longstanding relationship with academia and industry as a collaborator, contractor, and through technology transfer partnership mechanisms, such as commercial licensing, Cooperative Research and Development Agreements, and Educational Partnership Agreements.

NRL is a critical link within the Navy’s Research, Development, and Acquisition chain and Naval Research Enterprise. Through NRL, the Navy has direct ties with sources of fundamental ideas in industry and the academic community throughout the world and provides an effective coupling point to the research and development chain for Office of Naval Research. NRL is a scientific and engineering command dedicated to research that drives innovative advances for the U.S. Navy and Marine Corps from the seafloor to space and in the information domain. NRL is located in Washington, D.C. with major field sites in Stennis Space Center, Mississippi; Key West, Florida; Monterey, California, and employs approximately 3,000 civilian scientists, engineers and support personnel.

TOP IMAGE: After completing testing, the Robotic Servicing of Geosynchronous Satellites (RSGS) payload resides in the cryogenic thermal vacuum chamber at the U.S. Naval Research Laboratory’s Naval Center for Space Technology in Washington, D.C. Oct. 8, 2024. Once on-orbit, the RSGS payload will inspect and service satellites in geosynchronous orbit. Credit U.S. Navy photo by Sarah Peterson

CENTRE IMAGE: Steven Butcher, Technology Service Corporation space robotics and mechanisms engineer, performs an inspection of the Robotic Servicing of Geosynchronous Satellites (RSGS) payload after completing testing in the cryogenic thermal vacuum chamber at the U.S. Naval Research Laboratory’s Naval Center for Space Technology in Washington, D.C. Oct. 4, 2024. Once on-orbit, the RSGS payload will inspect and service satellites in geosynchronous orbit. Credit U.S. Navy photo by Sarah Peterson

LOWER IMAGE: After completing testing, the Robotic Servicing of Geosynchronous Satellites (RSGS) payload resides in the cryogenic thermal vacuum chamber at the U.S. Naval Research Laboratory’s Naval Center for Space Technology in Washington, D.C. Oct. 8, 2024. Once on-orbit, the RSGS payload will inspect and service satellites in geosynchronous orbit. Credit U.S. Navy photo by Sarah Peterson