It is part of the cargo generating revenue or income. Usually defined by weight
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It is a derogatory term for a gay man. This might also be a machine that places fudge in plastic containers for shipping.
DDU= destination delivery unit
Ad hoc literally means "for this." In shipping it probably means that the item in question is being shipped in a custom or specially built container as opposed to a standardized container.
The term maximum payload refers to how much weight a specific vehicle or trailer can safely haul or tow. There are several different calculations used to determine a vehicles maximum payload.
CIF means Cost Insurance and Freight, which means the seller pays to get the load to its destination. The alternate is FOB--Free On Board--which means the buyer pays the freight and insurance.
The term "gaylord" is believed to originate from a brand name used in the early to mid-20th century for large, heavy-duty containers designed for bulk packaging and shipping. The name was likely derived from the Gaylord Container Company, which popularized these containers. Over time, the term became a generic descriptor in the packaging industry for similar types of boxes or containers. The exact origin remains somewhat unclear, but it is associated with this company’s influence on packaging standards.
The term maritime means that something is related to the sea or to maritime shipping. The word can also mean that something is likened to or resembles a mariner.
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The term "20gp" typically refers to a 20-foot shipping container, with "gp" standing for "general purpose." These containers are commonly used for transporting goods and are a standard size in international shipping. A 20gp container has a volume of approximately 1,172 cubic feet (33.2 cubic meters) and can hold a significant amount of cargo, making it a popular choice for various shipping needs.
Another term for a rocket's cargo is "payload." The payload refers to the specific items or equipment that the rocket is designed to carry into space, which may include satellites, scientific instruments, or crewed spacecraft. This term emphasizes the purpose of the cargo in achieving the mission objectives.
It is sometimes called the "payload," although this term is more appropriately used for weaponry, like "The ballistic missile carried a payload of..."