VOR facts for kids

VOR or vor is a short word that stands for many different things. It's like a nickname that can mean different organizations, scientific ideas, or even things in movies and books!

Organizations

Some groups and events use "VOR" as part of their name:

• The Voice of Russia was a big international radio station. It used to broadcast news and programs from Russia to people all over the world in many languages.
• The Volvo Ocean Race is a very famous and tough sailing race. Teams of sailors race huge boats around the world, facing strong winds and big waves. It's one of the longest and most challenging sports events.
• The Vale of Rheidol Railway is a historic steam train line in Wales, a country in the United Kingdom. It takes passengers on a beautiful journey through the countryside, showing off old-fashioned trains.

Science, Technology, and Aviation

In science and technology, "VOR" can refer to important systems and actions:

• VHF Omnidirectional Range (VOR) is a special radio navigation system that pilots use. It helps airplanes find their way by giving them a clear direction to a specific ground station. Think of it like a radio lighthouse for planes.
• The vestibulo-ocular reflex is how your eyes move automatically to keep what you're looking at steady, even when your head moves. For example, if you shake your head, your eyes quickly adjust so the world doesn't look blurry.
• Voice-operated recording means recording sounds using only your voice to start or stop the recording. This is often used in devices like digital recorders or phones.
• Visual Flight Rules (VFR) are a set of rules for pilots. They mean that pilots can fly their aircraft by looking outside and seeing where they are going, instead of relying only on instruments. This is usually done when the weather is clear.

Entertainment

"VOR" also appears in movies, books, and games:

• The Vor are a race of alien creatures in the Star Wars universe. They are known for their unique abilities and appearance in some of the Star Wars stories.
• The Thief is the English title of a Russian film from 1997. The original Russian title for the movie is "Vor." It tells a story set in post-World War II Russia.
• VOR is the title of a science fiction novel written by James Blish. It's a book that explores futuristic ideas and adventures.
• The Vor of Barrayar are noble families in a series of science fiction books by Lois McMaster Bujold. These families play a big role in the stories, often involved in politics and adventures.

Other Uses

• Vör is the name of a goddess in Norse mythology. She is known for being wise and for seeing everything, meaning she is very observant and knows a lot.