The first module of the ISS was launched into space in 1998 and the initial construction of the station took about two years to complete. Human occupation of the station began on November 2, 2000. Since that time, the ISS has been continuously occupied.
rimfire. ( 1 of a cartridge) having the primer in a rim encircling the base. Compare center-fire (def 1). ( 2 of a firearm) designed for the use of such cartridges.
fire suppression definition, fire suppression meaning | English dictionary. Search also in: Web News Encyclopedia Images. fire. n. 1 the state of combustion in which inflammable material burns, producing heat, flames, and often smoke. 2. a a mass of burning coal, wood, etc., used esp. in a hearth to heat a room. b (in combination) firewood, firelighter. 3 a destructive conflagration, as of a forest, building, etc. 4 a device for heating a room, etc. 5 something resembling a fire in light or brilliance. a diamond's fire.