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Ancient Indian Ritual Architecture: Temples and Yagya Kunds

Key Scriptures for Temple Architecture and Rituals

Two important scriptures that establish the principles for temple construction and associated rituals are:

• Āgama: A comprehensive collection of texts that lay down rules for worship, temple building (mandir nirman), spirituality, and specific rituals.
• Mayamata: A foundational architectural treatise (Vastu Shastra text) dealing with all aspects of dwelling places for gods and humans, covering everything from choosing the site to the iconography of temple walls.

The Significance and Science of Yagya Kunds

In the Vedic period, before the widespread construction of permanent temples, yajñas (sacrifices) were performed in specialized structures... Continue reading "Vedic Wisdom: Āgama, Mayamata, and the Science of Yagya Kunds" »

Amputations are classified according to the anatomical level where the limb is removed. This classification is important for surgical planning, prosthetic fitting, rehabilitation, and functional outcomes.

Upper Limb Amputation Levels

Partial Hand Amputations

• Finger Amputation: Removal of one or more fingers.
• Ray Amputation: Removal of finger(s) including the metacarpal bone.
• Transmetacarpal Amputation: Amputation through the palm, across the metacarpals.

Wrist Disarticulation

The entire hand is removed at the wrist joint. This procedure preserves full forearm length but results in limited space for prosthetic fitting.

Forearm (Transradial) Amputation

Amputation performed through the radius and ulna. It is classified based on the percentage of forearm... Continue reading "Anatomical Classification of Limb Amputation Levels" »

Knee Joint Anatomy and Function

This document provides a detailed look at the structure, mechanics, and common clinical aspects of the knee joint.

Type of Joint

• The knee is classified as a synovial hinge joint.
• It primarily allows flexion and extension.
• A small degree of medial/lateral rotation is possible when the knee is flexed.

Bones Involved

1. Femur (thigh bone)
2. Tibia (shin bone)
3. Patella (kneecap)

The fibula is nearby but does not participate in the primary knee joint articulation.

Articulating Surfaces

• The medial and lateral femoral condyles articulate with the tibial condyles.
• The patella articulates with the femoral trochlear groove.

Main Ligaments

1. Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) – Prevents anterior displacement of the tibia relative to the femur.

C# Design Patterns: Essential Reference

Creational Design Patterns

Structural Design Patterns

Key Concepts in Data Science & Scientific Computing

Visualization Techniques

• Overlapping Histograms: Use semi-transparent alpha parameter for comparison.

Data Structures & Algorithms

• BFS Implementation: collections.deque is ideal for Breadth-First Search.
• Grid Representation: Obstacles often represented by a value like 1.

Jupyter Notebook & Markdown

• Markdown Headings: Use # prefix for headings in Jupyter Markdown cells.

Optimization & Least Squares

• Normal Equations: Direct matrix inversion for Least Squares: β = (XᵀX)⁻¹Xᵀy.

Numerical Integration & Simulation

• Orbit Simulation: Runge–Kutta 4th order method is a common integration technique.

Search Algorithms

• Brute-Force Search: Often implemented using nested loops.

Python Ecosystem

Biology Concepts

Cellular Processes and Structure

• 1-A) Ev against abiogenesis.
• 3-C) Cannot maggots developed.
• 4-B) Life forms from non-living matter.
• 5-C) Cells contain organelles.
• 6-B) Move through phospholipid bilayer quickly.
• 7-A) Endocytosis.
• 8- Vacuole: 3, Nucleus: 7, Cytoplasm: 2, Rough ER: 4.
• 9- Synthesize lipids: 5, Convert glucose: 8, Convert sunlight: 1, Modify lipids: 6.
• 10-B) None.
• 11-D) Glucose and Oxygen.
• 12-C) Makes ATP.
• 13-B) Cells, tissues, systems.
• 14-C) Tissues.

Microscopy and Molecular Biology

• 15- 2) Internal structures: Transmission electron microscope (TEM), 3) 2 more lenses: Compound microscope, 4) 3D image: Scanning electron microscope (SEM), 5) Highest magnification: Scanning tunneling microscope (STM).
• 16-D) Mitch.
• 17-A) Starch molecule.

Nouns: From Old English to Middle English

Gender Evolution in Nouns

The shift from grammatical gender, as in Old English (OE), to natural gender was a significant change. OE had three genders (feminine, masculine, neuter). In Middle English (ME), there was a reclassification of originally masculine and feminine inanimate nouns as neuter.

Plural Markers and Inflectional Changes

• -as: A strong masculine noun ending in OE, which developed into the Present Day English (PDE) -s plural marker.
• -an: A weak noun ending in OE, which developed into the PDE -en plural marker (e.g., oxen).
• R-plurals: Developed into two markers: -en and -r.
• O/E Vowel Umlaut: A process of vowel change in the root.

In ME, five main plural markers emerged: zero, root vowel change (... Continue reading "English Grammar Evolution: Old to Middle English Transformations" »

🔎 Threat Actors & Their Attack Paths

Who is attacking?

Threat Actors are the people or groups launching attacks. Mnemonic: “NO HIS” (Nation-State, Organized Crime, Hacktivists, Insiders, Script Kiddies).

How do threats reach systems?

Threat Vectors are the attack paths used by threat actors. Mnemonic: “MFWDVN” (Messages, Files, Websites, Devices, Vendors, Networks).

Understanding Servlet Architecture for Java Web Applications

Servlet architecture is a core component of Java EE (Enterprise Edition) used for building dynamic web applications. A Servlet is a Java class that runs on a web server and acts as a middle layer between client requests (typically from a browser) and server responses (usually from a database or application logic).

What is a Servlet?

A Servlet is a Java class used to handle HTTP requests and responses in web applications. It runs on a server, receives requests from a client (usually a browser), processes them (e.g., reads form data, interacts with a database), and sends back a dynamic response (like HTML or JSON).

Key Components of Servlet Architecture

• Client (Browser): Sends an HTTP request

Music: Soundtrack

People Who Act: Cast

People Watching in the Studio: A Live Audience

People Working on the Programme: Crew

Storyline: Plot

Broadcasting Right Now: On Air

Shot in a Real Place: Filmed on Location

A Person Who Writes the Dialogue in a Film: A Scriptwriter

Computer Graphics: Special Effects

Scenery and Furniture: Set

Very Exciting: Gripping

Very Funny: Hilarious

Believable: Convincing; Very Bad: Appalling

Kidnapping: Taking Somebody by Force; Arson: Setting Fire on Purpose

Life Sentence: Prison for Life; Vandalism: Damaging Property

Fine: Paying Money as Punishment; Community Service: Community Service

Burglary: Breaking in to Steal; Tax Evasion: Not Paying Taxes

Piracy: Stealing Digital Content

Depressing and Frightening: Gloomy; Confusing: Baffling

Deep... Continue reading "Understanding Film and Media Terminology" »