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Throughout aviation history, there have been many experimental aircraft, but some designs still look unusual even decades later. One such experiment involved aircraft in which the pilot was positioned almost completely lying down. The main reason for these tests was quite serious. During sharp maneuvers and pull-outs from steep dives, a pilot’s body is subjected to enormous G-forces. When a… Читать далее The Aircraft in Which the Pilot Flew Almost Lying Down

Everest is known as the highest peak on the planet, standing about 8.85 kilometers above sea level. But if we change the way height is measured, first place can unexpectedly go to another mountain — Hawaii’s Mauna Kea volcano. Most of Mauna Kea is hidden beneath the surface of the Pacific Ocean. Only its upper section rises above the water,… Читать далее Why Everest Isn’t the Tallest Mountain on Earth When Measured from Base to Summit

Imagine a building capable of collecting water literally from the air. At first glance, such technology may seem like a modern invention, but the idea of using atmospheric moisture appeared much earlier. The principle is based on the natural process of condensation. Even dry air contains a certain amount of water vapor. If the air is cooled to the right… Читать далее The House That Extracts Water Directly from the Air

During World War II, German engineers were constantly searching for ways to create faster and more powerful combat aircraft. One of the most unusual concepts was an experimental fighter developed by Daimler-Benz. Its design differed significantly from conventional aircraft of the time and was intended to use an unconventional propulsion system. The engineers tried to combine high speed, powerful armament,… Читать далее The Secret Daimler-Benz Fighter That Never Took to the Skies