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Learning how to fly: Dr A.P.J Abdul Kalam

A.P.J. Abdul Kalam is a name that invokes respect and a sense of pride in people, especially among the youngsters. It’s proof of the former Indian president’s influence on the present generation that people value his words even a year after his death.

Rupa Publications has brought out a book on his lectures on his 85th birth anniversary. Aptly titled – ‘Learning How to Fly: Life lessons for the youth’, the book features 18 of his lectures made in the recent past to students.

It was for nothing that the person who was known to the world as the missile man of India was also christened People’s President.

He always began his speeches by saying ‘Hello Dear friends or students,’ and added it up with several anecdotes from his own humble beginning to drive in the desire to dream and pursue one’s goals tirelessly. The book begins with the lecture titled 'I will fly' and goes on to urge the students to become not just a successful person, but a good human being.

All his lectures are carefully crafted and filled with anecdotes that one could not help, but be influenced by it. The book stands loyal to the original speeches made by Dr. Kalam in both content and presentation.

His lectures though rich in content, were explained in simple terms. Complex aeronautical ideas were put across in the most effortless manner to ensure that even an audience without much of a scientific temperament can digest the facts.

Similar to his speeches, the book too breaks down ideas into points for easier assimilation.

The book also features two lectures made by Kalam to students in Kerala - Cochin School of Science and Technology, Muvattupuzha, and College of Engineering, Trivandrum.

Another laudable feature of the book is in the choice of lectures that also give us an insight into Kalam’s journey from a boatman’s son in the temple town of Rameswaram to the first citizen of the country and in the process taking the nation to the league of nuke-equipped states. That probably is the most inspiring tale ever that India has witnessed.

Through these lectures, we get glimpses of his childhood days, his works during the DRDO and ISRO days and how it helped in the formation of the man that India loved to respect.

However, the book fails to document his earlier lectures and sticks to the ones mentioned roughly in the period 2014-15. We get to read only 18 of his nearly 2,000 lectures. Kalam met close to 21 million students across the world during and after his presidency that ended in 2007 and interacted with youngsters from both elite institutions and schools in rural villages.

Even at the age of 83, Kalam could be assured of packed halls where both the young and the old trooped into hear his wise words. He was not merely passing on wisdom, but driving a generation on to the path of success.

And Kalam died while doing what he liked best – inspiring young minds to excel in life.

The book works as a gentle reminder on Dr. Kalam and his call to youngsters to ‘dream, dream and dream’.

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Learning How to Fly Born on 15 October 1931, at Rameswaram in Tamil Nadu, Dr Avul Pakir Jainulabdeen Abdul Kalam specialized in Aeronautical Engineering from Madras Institute of Technology. Dr Kalam was a distinguished scientist and was awarded the Padma Bhushan (1981), the Padma Vibhushan (1990) and India’s highest civilian award, the Bharat Ratna (1997). Dr Kalam became the eleventh President of India on 25 July 2002. His focus and greatest ambition was finding ways to transform India into a developed nation. Other books by A.P.J. Abdul Kalam (from Rupa Publications) My Journey: Transforming Dreams Into Action The Righteous Life: The Very Best of A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Governance for Growth in India The Guiding Light: A Selection of Quotations from My Favourite Books My Life: An Illustrated Autobiography Published by Rupa Publications India Pvt. Ltd 2016 7/16, Ansari Road, Daryaganj New Delhi 110002 Copyright © APJM Nazema Maraikayar 2016 The views and opinions expressed in this book are the author’s own and the facts are as reported by him/her which have been verified to the extent possible, and the publishers are not in any way liable for the same. All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, transmitted, or stored in a retrieval system, in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording or otherwise, without the prior permission of the publisher. ISBN: 978-81-291-???-? 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 The moral right of the author has been asserted. This book is sold subject to the condition that it shall not, by way of trade or otherwise, be lent, resold, hired out, or otherwise circulated, without the publisher’s prior consent, in any form of binding or cover other than that in which it is published. Contents Publisher’s Note I Will Fly Creating a Culture of Excellence Ignited Minds of the Youth The Life-long Quest for Knowledge Managing the Journey of Life Innovation and Creativity Be the Unique You What Can Science Give You? Empowerment of Three Billion People Be the Change Striving for Excellence Books as Our Guides A Book in Every Hand Transforming the Future Intellect and Empathy From Child to Leader The Evolution of Creative Leaders Healing with Heart Publisher’s Note Dr A.P.J. Abdul Kalam did many things in his life—he was a scientist, a leader, the President of India and a teacher. Of all these roles, the one that gave him the greatest joy was that of a teacher. For him, there was nothing as important as talking to the youth and telling them about the world of opportunities that awaited them if they pursued the right kind of knowledge. He spent much of his time in the years after he had completed his term as President, travelling all over the country, meeting students, interacting with them, talking to them and listening to them. The lectures that he gave at these interactions distilled the thoughts behind what he felt was important for the young. He spoke about the concept of the ‘ignited mind’. A mind that has been exposed to the highest thought processes, sources of inspiration, been told about the great inventions and discoveries of the world and how the greatest men and women achieved their greatness, is a mind that has been ignited by the light of knowledge. In this book, some of his best, most detailed and interesting lectures addressed to the youth in various parts of the country have been collected. These lectures were given to school students, college students, those studying in professional colleges like engineering or medicine, and even to students outside the country. Also included here are lectures that he gave to teachers, librarians and caregivers of children. From these lectures, what emerges is a mind that was forever thirsty for knowledge, almost childlike in its curiosity about new studies and discoveries, and a mind that thought and felt deeply about the challenges the youth face today and the ways in which they can overcome them. He delivered a deeply optimistic lesson about believing in oneself and developing confidence to become future leaders. He firmly believed that ‘The problem should not be the master. Take charge and become the master of the problem.’ These lectures make for fascinating reading that will take the youth through key episodes of Dr Kalam’s life, his inspirations and the stories of his mentors. They will also help them understand the challenges the country faces and the best ways in which they can make a truly compassionate, equal and great society. Learning How to Fly will tell every reader, in Dr Kalam’s own words, that each of us have wings and that we are capable of flying high. I Will Fly I am born with wings So, I am not meant for crawling, I have wings, I will fly. D ear students and teachers, I would like to share few thoughts on how to achieve the goals in life. There are some proven steps: • Finding an aim in life before you are twenty years old; • Acquire knowledge continuously to reach this goal; • Work hard and persevere so you can defeat all the problems and succeed. There is a famous verse ‘I will fly’ by the thirteenth-century Persian Sufi poet Jalaluddin Rumi: I will fly I am born with potential I am born with goodness and trust I am born with ideas and dreams I am born with greatness I am born with confidence I am born with wings So, I am not meant for crawling, I have wings, I will fly I will fly and fly. Young friends, education is the instrument that gives you wings to fly. Only when your subconscious mind says ‘I will win’ and you believe you can reach your goal, does it become a reality. Each one of you assembled here and elsewhere, have wings of fire. The wings of fire lead to knowledge which will make you fly as doctors, or engineers, or scientists, or teachers, or political leaders, or bureaucrats or diplomats. Or you could walk on the moon and Mars or do anything else you may want to. When we see electric bulbs, immediately our thoughts go to the inventor Thomas Alva Edison. He invented the electric bulb and electrical lighting system. When we hear the sound of aeroplanes flying overhead whom do you think of? The Wright brothers proved that man could fly. Whom does the telephone remind you of? Alexander Graham Bell. When people all over the world considered sea travel only as an experience or a voyage, one person during his sea travel from United Kingdom to India started pondering why the horizon where the sky and sea meet looked blue. His research resulted in the discovery of the phenomena of scattering of light. For this, Sir C.V. Raman was awarded the Nobel Prize. There was an Indian mathematician who did not have formal higher education but had an inexhaustible spirit and love for mathematics. This took him on a path where he ended up contributing to the treasure houses of mathematical research—some of which are still under serious study and engaging mathematicians’ efforts all over the world to establish formal proofs. He was a genius who melted the heart of the most hardened and outstanding Cambridge mathematician Professor G.H. Hardy. In fact, it is not an exaggeration to say that it was Professor Hardy who discovered a great mathematician in number theory Srinivasa Ramanujan and brought his genius to the world. All these people were thirsty for knowledge and their works and names are now immortal. I have met 21.5 million youth in a decade’s time. From these meetings and interactions such as this one, I learnt that every youth wants to be unique. You can only be YOU! But the world all around you is doing its best, day and night, to make you just like everybody else. At home, you are asked by your parents to be like the neighbours’ children and score good marks like them. When you go to school, your teachers say, ‘Why can’t you be among the top five in the class?’ Wherever you go, they are saying, ‘You have to be somebody else or like everybody else.’ But young friends, I know that all of you would like to be the unique yourself. The challenge, my young friends, is that you have to fight the hardest battle, and never stop fighting until you arrive at your destined place. What will be the tools with which you will fight this battle? They are: have a great aim in life, continuously acquire the knowledge, work hard and persevere to realize the great achievement. During your studies in your schools you will acquire a great friend who will accompany you forever. Who is that friend? That friend is knowledge. I am giving you here the knowledge equation: Knowledge = Creativity + Righteousness + Courage Let’s take each of these parts one by one. Creativity Learning gives creativity, Creativity leads to thinking, Thinking provides knowledge, Knowledge makes you great. The next component of knowledge is righteousness. This aspect can be described in a divine hymn. Righteousness Where there is righteousness in the heart, There is beauty in the character. When there is beauty in the character, there is harmony in the home. When there is harmony in the home, There is an order in the nation. When there is order in the nation, There is peace in the world. Now the question is: How do we inculcate righteousness in the heart? In my opinion, there are three sources which can bring righteousness in the heart of the youth. They are mother, father and, the third and the most important is, the teacher, particularly the primary school teacher. The third component is courage, which is defined as follows: Courage Courage to think differently, Courage to invent, Courage to invent, Courage to travel into an unexplored path, Courage to discover the impossible, Courage to combat the problems and succeed, are the unique qualities of the youth. As a youth of my nation, I will work and work with courage to achieve success in all the missions. Where will knowledge come from? Knowledge can be found at home, in good books, from teachers and from an enriching, learning environment. It can be acquired by coming into contact with good human beings. When schools teach students to use the knowledge they impart with creativity, righteousness and courage, it will result in the nation having a large number of empowered and enlightened citizens. This in turn is vital for the growth of the individual, growth of the family, growth of nation and promotion of peace in the world. In the present situation in the world where every citizen wants to live in a prosperous and peaceful atmosphere, the empowerment of youth with enlightenment becomes vital. This has three dimensions which are: • Education with a value system • Bridging religions through spirituality • Inclusive development The atmosphere in the school and the teacher’s way of teaching, both inside and outside the class should inspire the youth. Today, the students should make a promise to me. The promise has many parts, and I know you will fulfil them all. 1. I will have a goal and work hard to achieve that goal. I realize that aiming small is a crime. 2. I will work with integrity and succeed with integrity. 3. I will be a good member of my family, a good member of the society, a good member of the nation and a good member of the world. 4. I will always try to save or better someone’s life, without any discrimination of caste, creed, language, religion or community. 5. I will always protect and enhance the dignity of every human life without any bias. 6. I will always remember the importance of time. My motto will be ‘Let not my winged days, be spent in vain’. 7 I will always work for clean planet Earth and clean energy. 8 My national flag flies in my heart and I will bring glory to my nation. (from Address and interaction with the students of Bijnor, 21 July 2015)

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Conversation with A.P.J. Abdul Kalam

I am born with wings So, I am not meant for crawling, I have wings, I will fly.

Dear students and teachers, I would like to share few thoughts on how to achieve the goals in life. There are some proven steps:

• Finding an aim in life before you are twenty years old;

• Acquire knowledge continuously to reach this goal;

• Work hard and persevere so you can defeat all the problems and succeed.

There is a famous verse ‘I will fly’ by the thirteenth-century Persian Sufi poet Jalaluddin Rumi:

I will fly I am born with potential I am born with goodness and trust I am born with ideas and dreams I am born with greatness I am born with confidence I am born with wings So, I am not meant for crawling,

I have wings, I will fly

I will fly and fly.

Young friends, education is the instrument that gives you wings to fly. Only when your subconscious mind says ‘I will win’ and you believe you can reach your goal, does it become a reality.

Each one of you assembled here and elsewhere, have wings of fire. The wings of fire lead to knowledge which will make you fly as doctors, or engineers, or scientists, or teachers, or political leaders, or bureaucrats or diplomats. Or you could walk on the moon and Mars or do anything else you may want to.

When we see electric bulbs, immediately our thoughts go to the inventor Thomas Alva Edison. He invented the electric bulb and electrical lighting system.

When we hear the sound of aeroplanes flying overhead whom do you think of? The Wright brothers proved that man could fly.

Whom does the telephone remind you of? Alexander Graham Bell.

When people all over the world considered sea travel only as an experience or a voyage, one person during his sea travel from United Kingdom to India started pondering why the horizon where the sky and sea meet looked blue. His research resulted in the discovery of the phenomena of scattering of light. For this, Sir C.V. Raman was awarded the Nobel Prize.

There was an Indian mathematician who did not have formal higher education but had an inexhaustible spirit and love for mathematics. This took him on a path where he ended up contributing to the treasure houses of mathematical research—some of which are still under serious study and engaging mathematicians’ efforts all over the world to establish formal proofs. He was a genius who melted the heart of the most hardened and outstanding Cambridge mathematician Professor G.H. Hardy.

In fact, it is not an exaggeration to say that it was Professor Hardy who discovered a great mathematician in number theory Srinivasa Ramanujan and brought his genius to the world.

All these people were thirsty for knowledge and their works and names are now immortal.

I have met 21.5 million youth in a decade’s time. From these meetings and interactions such as this one, I learnt that every youth wants to be unique. You can only be YOU! But the world all around you is doing its best, day and night, to make you just like everybody else. At home, you are asked by your parents to be like the neighbours’ children and score good marks like them. When you go to school, your teachers say, ‘Why can’t you be among the top five in the class?’ Wherever you go, they are saying, ‘You have to be somebody else or like everybody else.’ But young friends, I know that all of you would like to be the unique yourself.

The challenge, my young friends, is that you have to fight the hardest battle, and never stop fighting until you arrive at your destined place. What will be the tools with which you will fight this battle? They are: have a great aim in life, continuously acquire the knowledge, work hard and persevere to realize the great achievement.

During your studies in your schools you will acquire a great friend who will accompany you forever. Who is that friend? That friend is knowledge. I am giving you here the knowledge equation:

Knowledge = Creativity + Righteousness + Courage

Read this book to know the amazing life lessons by APJ Abdul Kalam and learn how to fly…..

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Learning How to Fly

by A.P.J. Abdul Kalam

Category Anthology
Format Paperack
Imprint Rupa
ISBN: 978-81-291-4215-3
Pages: 176 pages
Date: October 2016

ABOUT THIS BOOK

Dr A.P.J. Abdul Kalam had a great belief in the power of the youth. He met over 21 million children and young people in India and outside and spoke to them about the power of knowledge, ambition, moral behaviour and the need to bring about change in society. He travelled to almost every corner of the country meeting the youth in schools, universities and institutions and interacted with them like a committed teacher.

In Learning How to Fly some of his nearly 2,000 lectures have been compiled. These lectures were addressed to teachers and students in school and beyond. In each one of them he has spoken about preparing oneself best for life, to identify and overcome challenges and how to bring out the best within each individual. Through stories from his own life, those of his teachers and mentors as well as stories of some of the greatest men and women of the world, and the latest developments in science and technology, he shows us the importance of dreams and the hard work needed to turn those dreams into reality.

Filled with warmth, inspiration and a positive attitude, Learning How to Fly is essential reading for every Indian, young and old.

AUTHOR OF THE BOOK

Born on 15 October 1931, at Rameswaram in Tamil Nadu, Dr Avul Pakir Jainulabdeen Abdul Kalam specialized in Aeronautical Engineering from Madras Institute of Technology. Dr Kalam was one of the most distinguished scientists of India and was awarded the Padma Bhushan (1981), the Padma Vibhushan (1990) and India’s highest civilian award, the Bharat Ratna (1997).

Dr Kalam became the eleventh President of India on 25 July 2002. His focus and greatest ambition was finding ways to transform India into a developed nation.

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Learning how to fly book review: an exciting journey of courage and adventure.

Learning How to Fly is an incredible book that takes young readers on a thrilling adventure filled with courage and self-discovery. Written by an experienced pilot ( DR. A.P.J, Abdul Kalam ) the book follows the journey of Max, an 11-year-old boy with a passion for aviation. Through vivid storytelling and captivating illustrations, this book transports readers into the world of flight, teaching valuable life lessons along the way.

Chapter 1: the dream takes flight : learning how to fly.

In the first chapter, we meet Max, a curious and ambitious young boy who dreams of soaring through the sky. The author beautifully describes Max’s fascination with airplanes and his determination to become a pilot. As a young reader, I could easily relate to Max’s dreams and felt inspired to pursue my own passions.

Chapter 2: Courage Takes Flight

In this chapter, Max faces his first challenge: overcoming his fear of heights. Through a series of heart-pounding experiences, Max learns about bravery and the importance of pushing past his limits. The author skillfully highlights the power of courage and how it can help us conquer our fears.

Chapter 3: The Journey Begins

As Max embarks on his aviation journey, the book introduces readers to the basics of flight, including aerodynamics, navigation, and aircraft controls. The author breaks down complex concepts into easily understandable terms, making them accessible even for young readers like me. The illustrations complement the text, providing visual aids that enhance the learning experience.

Chapter 4: Friends in the Sky

Max’s journey wouldn’t be complete without the friendships he forms along the way. From his supportive flight instructor to fellow aviation enthusiasts, Max discovers the importance of teamwork and collaboration. This chapter emphasizes the value of building relationships and how they can contribute to personal growth.

Chapter 5: Soaring to New Heights

In the final chapter, Max participates in his first solo flight, a moment that signifies his growth and accomplishments. The author portrays the exhilaration and sense of achievement that comes with reaching new heights. This chapter instills a sense of ambition and determination, encouraging young readers to pursue their dreams.

Conclusion:

Learning How to Fly is an engaging and educational book that captivates young readers with its thrilling storyline and relatable characters. Through Max’s journey, the book not only teaches us about aviation but also imparts valuable life lessons such as courage, friendship, and perseverance. As an 11-year-old reader, I found this book inspiring and entertaining, fueling my own curiosity and desire to explore new horizons. Whether you dream of flying or simply enjoy an exciting adventure, Learning How to Fly is a must-read for kids of all ages.

Who is A.P.J. Abdul Kalam?

How many books a.p.j. abdul kalam have written.

A.P.J. Abdul Kalam wrote 12 books, including: India 2020: A Vision for the New Millennium (1998) Wings of Fire: An Autobiography (1999) Ignited Minds: Unleashing the Power Within India (2002) The Luminous Sparks: A Biography in Verse and Colours (2004) Guiding Souls: Dialogues on the Purpose of Life (2005) Mission of India: A Vision of Indian Youth (2007) Inspiring Thoughts: Quotation Series (2008) You Are Born to Blossom: Take My Journey Beyond (2009) The Scientific India: A Twenty First Century Guide to the World around Us (2010) Failure to Success: Legendry Lives (2011) Target 3 Billion (2012) You are Unique: Scale New Heights by Thoughts and Actions (2013)

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Young friends, education is the instrument that gives you wings to fly. Only when your subconscious mind says ‘I will win’ and you believe you can reach your goal, does it become a reality. Each one of you assembled here and elsewhere, have wings of fire. The wings of fire lead to knowledge which will make you fly as doctors, or engineers, or scientists, or teachers, or political leaders, or bureaucrats or diplomats.

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Or you could walk on the moon and Mars or do anything else you may want to. When we see electric bulbs, immediately our thoughts go to the inventor Thomas Alva Edison. He invented the electric bulb and electrical lighting system. When we hear the sound of aeroplanes flying overhead whom do you think of? The Wright brothers proved that man could fly.

Whom does the telephone remind you of? Alexander Graham Bell. When people all over the world considered sea travel only as an experience or a voyage, one person during his sea travel from United Kingdom to India started pondering why the horizon where the sky and sea meet looked blue. His research resulted in the discovery of the phenomena of scattering of light.

For this, Sir C.V. Raman was awarded the Nobel Prize. There was an Indian mathematician who did not have formal higher education but had an inexhaustible spirit and love for mathematics. This took him on a path where he ended up contributing to the treasure houses of mathematical research—some of which are still under serious study.

And engaging mathematicians’ efforts all over the world to establish formal proofs. He was a genius who melted the heart of the most hardened and outstanding Cambridge mathematician Professor G.H. Hardy. In fact, it is not an exaggeration to say that it was Professor Hardy who discovered a great mathematician in number theory Srinivasa Ramanujan and brought his genius to the world.

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All these people were thirsty for knowledge and their works and names are now immortal. In a knowledge society, we have to innovate continuously. Innovations come through creativity. Creativity comes from beautiful minds. It can be anywhere and in any part of the world. It may start from a fisherman’s hamlet, or a farmer’s household, or a dairy farm.

Or cattle breeding centre, or it could emanate from classrooms, or labs or industries, or R&D centres. Creativity has multi-dimensions like inventions, discoveries and innovations. A creative mind has the ability to imagine or invent something new by combining, changing or reapplying existing ideas.

A creative person has to have the attitude to accept change and newness, a willingness to play with ideas and possibilities, a flexibility of outlook and the habit of enjoying what is good all the while looking for ways to improve it. Creativity is a process through which we can continuously improve ideas and find unique solutions by making gradual alterations and refinements to our works. Learning How to Fly PDF Book

The important aspect of creativity is seeing the same thing as everybody else, but thinking of something different. Innovation and creativity ultimately results into the culture of excellence. Excellence in thinking and action is the foundation for any mission. What is excellence? Friends, you all belong to the youth community, which should be filled with a culture of excellence.

Excellence does not come by accident. It is a process, where an individual or organization or nation continuously strives to better oneself. The performance standards are set by themselves, they work on their dreams with focus and are prepared to take calculated risks and do not be deterred by failures as they move towards their dreams.

Then they step up their dreams, as they tend to reach the original targets. They strive to work to their potential, in the process, they increase their performance thereby multiplying further their potential, and this is an unending cycle. They are not in competition with anyone else, but themselves. That is the culture of excellence. I am sure each one of you will aspire to master this culture of excellence. Learning How to Fly PDF Book

There was a beautiful golden image of Lord Buddha. The Chief Monk assembled nearly 100 monks of various ages. We sat amidst them. There he gave a short discourse, which I would like to share with you. He said, ‘In the world today, we have a problem of distrust and unhappiness that transforms into violence.

But in this monastery we believe that when you remove “I” and “me” from the mind, you will eliminate ego; if you get rid of the ego, hatred towards fellow human beings will vanish; if the hatred goes out of the mind, the violence in thinking and action will disappear; if violence in our mind is taken away, peace springs in human minds.’ I realized the meaning of this beautiful equation for a peaceful life.

But the difficult part for the individual is how to remove the ethos of ‘I’ and ‘me’. For this, we need education and values to be inculcated from a young age. In my search for evolving a peaceful and prosperous society, I got another answer elsewhere. I visited an ancient Christian monastery in Bulgaria, where I had a discussion with highly experienced monks. Learning How to Fly PDF Book

I told them about the lesson from Tawang. The monks there agreed, and also added that forgiveness is the foundation of a good life. Similarly, I had a memorable experience in the birth place of Swami Vivekananda, a young monk of India who could keep the audience spell bound in eastern and western society with his inspirational messages of spirituality and practical aspects of life.

I explained the Tawang experience to the disciples and they agreed that it was beautiful. They added that developing a habit of always giving will add to peace and happiness. Indian Space Research Organisation’s (ISRO) GSLV Mark III achieved its test mission successfully by travelling on an expected path on time.

This proclaimed to the world that India will soon realize its dream of sending its astronauts into space. This was an experimental launch and the full-fledged launch is likely to take place in two years’ time. The main purpose of this mission was to test the atmospheric characteristics and stability of the rocket. Learning How to Fly PDF Book

The 630-tonne rocket has gone up to 126 km and then the 4-tonne crew capsule which has enough space to accommodate three people detached and landed into the Bay of Bengal, 600 km from Port Blair and 1,600 km from the space station twenty minutes of blast off. Three parachutes controlled the crew module as per expected lines.

The system worked to the scheduled times perfectly. After launch, the heat shield separated, the Crew Module Atmospheric Re-entry Experiment (CARE) module separated from the launch vehicle, then the module worked in active control, aerodynamic deceleration phase started on expected lines, deceleration system initiation started at the right time and the apex cover separated exactly on time.

The pilot chute ejection was initiated and drogue chute deployment started, the penultimate action of main parachute deployment was activated, and finally CARE module impacted on the Andaman sea within twenty minutes of the entire life-cycle. GSLV Mark III has made ISRO self-reliant to launch big satellite for important societal applications such as solar power satellite and manned missions later. Learning How to Fly PDF Book

Some of you may one day become astronauts for ISRO’s moon mission or Mars mission. My friends in ISRO say, the reason for the success of this mission is the creative and scientific minds of the youth who participated in this programme. I thought of sharing this information as I am certain it will inspire the youth to take up the pursuit of science.

In this context, I will talk to you about four important aspects in life with my experiences—having an aim, acquiring knowledge, working hard towards your dream even in the times of difficulty and then finally, how to manage failures and success in life. Behind every successful venture and every inspiring career you will find an unflinching aim which was often set early in life.

Having an aim in life gives purpose to every action and orientation to every result. Before you enter into your professional life, it is important to forge your unique aim in life which will steer your efforts towards a well-defined goal for the rest of your life. It will always remind you of your goals and give you strength. Learning How to Fly PDF Book Download

Having an aim in life is incomplete until you are able to acquire the right knowledge needed to accomplish that aim. It is your duty to make the best use of the resources, people and networks made available to you by your parents and in your schools and colleges to acquire the optimal knowledge needed to propel you towards your goal.

Knowledge will give you greatness, and will help you accomplish difficult missions. I would like to share with all of you the story of my teacher Professor Satish Dhawan. I was working in Delhi at the Ministry of Defence. Later I joined the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) in 1958 at the Aeronautical Development Establishment, Bangalore.

There, on the advice of the director, I took up the development of a hovercraft. Hovercraft design needed the development of a ducted contra-rotating propeller for creating a smooth flow balancing the torques. I did not know how to design a contra-rotating propeller though I knew how to design a conventional propeller. Learning How to Fly PDF Book Download

Some of my friends told me that I can approach Professor Satish Dhawan of the Indian Institute of Science, who was well known for his aeronautical research, for help in designing the ducted contra-rotating propeller. These five areas are closely inter-related and if developed in a coordinated way, will lead to food, economic and national security.

In every domain, in every sector of the economy, whether it is science, engineering, technology, management, what is essential is the presence of creative leadership. Let me connect how national economic development and creative leadership are related. The prosperity of the nation is empowered by economic development and great human character.

While we move towards a developed India, I believe that our inherent knowledge of healthy mind and body and the healing capacity is the most powerful resource we have for enhancing productivity, preventing disease, accelerating recovery from illness and injury, and maintaining well-being when disease cannot be cured. Learning How to Fly PDF Book Download

To heal, our bodies must be nourished and sheltered by the Earth, our minds and emotions must be awake and calm, and our social selves must reach out from need to service. Even when cures are not available, a form of healing can happen. And there is always a place for well-being. A culture that values wellness and healing will create a flourishing society—productive, creative, healthy and peaceful.

Let us align our values with science and action to create policies and laws that promote flourishing; to link productivity and profit to health; to learn, play and entertain in celebration of collective well-being; and, to create a biomedical and healthcare system that heals as well as cures.

Recently, I had a chance to meet Srikanth and his teacher who brought him up at an interaction with physically challenged students organised by the Tamil Nadu government and Lead India 2020 at Coimbatore. He is doing fourth year in undergraduate studies in B.S. Computer Science and Management. Learning How to Fly PDF Book Free

Within this four years, he has started one company which produces consumer packaging items using bio-degradable materials. He has also been part of other social initiatives that he began while providing skill development training to the youth. At the meet, he gave an extempore speech on how to overcome disability and to have a strong mind and will power to overcome challenges.

The message is, my young friends, it doesn’t matter who you are, if you have a vision and determination to achieve that vision, you will certainly do so. Here is another example of beautiful minds that are creative and with indomitable spirit. Friends, science gives you better eyes because science can remove the mental limitations and challenge your to solve many problems that have puzzled the world for years.

Most of our friends, who are not in the field of science will slice time perhaps maximum up to one hundredth of a second. Scientists will slice time into femtoseconds (tenfifteen seconds) which may decide a fast photochemical reaction. Few years back I saw a femtosecond laser at Maxivision Hospital, Hyderabad where precision eye surgery was being performed to remove the need for wearing spectacles. Learning How to Fly PDF Book Free

Science provides answers to challenging problems. Look at the southern sky with bright clouds lit by light. That is our galaxy; we belong to the Milky Way. Millions and millions of stars are there. We belong to a small star; what is that star? Our sun. The solar system has eight planets. Our planet Earth has six billion people, and millions and millions of species.

Can you imagine what science has revealed to all of us? Our galaxy and our sun and its characteristics have been identified. Our exact location with respect to the sun and in the galaxy has been discovered.