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The Tragic Flight of Helios Flight 522 - Case Study

The Tragic Flight of Helios Flight 522 - Case Study

On August 14, 2005, Helios Airways Flight 522 carrying 115 passengers and 6 crews crashed into a mountain in Greece…
Harmful Effects of Genetically Modifying Food

Harmful Effects of Genetically Modifying Food

We have previously talked about how genetically modified organisms can solve our food crisis. however, genetic modification ain't all rainbows…
Is Genetic Manipulation The Answer to Our Food Crisis

Is Genetic Manipulation The Answer to Our Food Crisis

While genetically modified manipulation has been around for hundreds of years, it was not until the early 90s that it…
Plasma Window - Science Fiction Turned Reality

Plasma Window - Science Fiction Turned Reality

Have you ever watched star wars or star trek and wondered how they can have a shuttle bay with no…
Reuleaux Triangle - Cool shapes you have never heard of

Reuleaux Triangle - Cool shapes you have never heard of

The reuleaux triangle is named after Franz Reuleaux, an engineer in the 19th century who studied its properties. The Reuleaux…
The Pressure Vessels In The Sky

The Pressure Vessels In The Sky

Introduction Have you ever felt cramped and claustrophobic in an aircraft? Have you ever wondered why the cabins never have…
Nuclear Fusion - The Energy Supply Of Tomorrow

Nuclear Fusion - The Energy Supply Of Tomorrow

Introduction Energy can be found all around us. It is used to produce food, for transportation, manufacture goods and power…