There are more than 700 different types of equipment fitted to vessels across the Fleet, made up of over 450,000 line items [of spare parts]. (Written Answer, 26 Jan 09.)Copyright © 2009 Defence Research & Analysis (DR&A)09/06. (Source: DNA DEFENCE NEWS ANALYSIS, Issue 09/06, 02 Feb 09)
New Scientist’s Feedback column reports that reader Andy Thomson had his arms full as he approached the sliding doors in a London store. When they didn’t open he noticed a sign beside them saying: “Customers should use push buttons to open automatic doors.” (Source: Transport News Brief)