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Remembering The Space Shuttle Columbia
Columbia (OV-102), the first of NASA’s orbiter fleet, was delivered to Kennedy Space Center in March 1979. Columbia initiated the Space Shuttle flight program when it lifted off Pad A in the Launch Complex 39 area at KSC on April 12, 1981. It proved the operational concept of a winged, reusable spaceship by successfully completing
Be Prepared for Winter Driving
Driving in the winter can be harrowing, especially where blizzard and icy conditions crop up seemingly out of nowhere. But new safety technologies are being added to cars at a record rate. Some can even take control of the vehicle to help us avoid crashes. One such technology that’s particularly useful in winter is traction control.
How Fast was the Concorde
How fast was Concorde At heights of up to 60,000 feet (over 18,000 meters), the Concorde cruised at around 1,350 mph (2,170 km/hr) more than twice the speed of sound. It could make the trip from London to New York in less than three-and-a-half hours, cutting the time of a typical flight in half. With
Automakers and the Arsenal of Democracy
Documentary Recalls Chrysler Corporation’s Role in Roosevelt’s Great Arsenal of Democracy In recognition of the 75th anniversary of President Franklin Delano Roosevelt’s historic “Arsenal of Democracy” radio broadcast (December 29, 1940), FCA US LLC has released “Automakers and the Arsenal of Democracy,” a short documentary that chronicles the role of the Chrysler Corporation as one of
Minimize Jet Lag
Jet lag can leave you feeling too tired to enjoy your new destination, but there are things you can do to help your body prepare. The American Academy of Family Physicians offers these suggestions to help beat jet lag: Limit use of alcohol Make sure you’re well-rested before you depart Eat healthy, balanced meals, and
Wright Brothers First Flight
First Flight On the morning of December 17, 1903, Wilbur and Orville Wright took turns piloting and monitoring their flying machine in Kill Devil Hills, North Carolina. Orville piloted the first flight that lasted just 12 seconds and 120 feet. On the fourth and final flight of the day, Wilbur traveled 852 feet, remaining airborne
SWATH Ships
SWATH Ships Small waterplane area twin hull (SWATH) is a twin-hull ship design that minimizes hull volume in the surface area of the sea. By minimizing hull volume in the sea’s surface, where wave energy is located, the vessel becomes very stable, even in high seas and at high speeds. The bulk of the displacement
Royal Denship 82′ Open Luxury Power Cruiser
Royal Denship 82′ Open Luxury Power Cruiser Driven by passion The 82′ Open is designed by Bill Dixon to maximize both pleasure and performance, inside and out. Winner of the International Superyacht Design Award the 82′ Open is already a symbol of the next generation of motor yachts. In every detail of the yacht, strength,
Intermarine 55 Luxury Yacht
Intermarine 55 Luxury Yacht The Intermarine 55 Luxury Yacht Sets Sail in Summer 2011 as BMW Group DesignworksUSA Continues its Creative Collaborations with Leading Brazilian Firms BMW Group DesignworksUSA has collaborated with Intermarine, Brazil’s leading shipyard for luxury yachts, to create the elegant, powerful and refined Intermarine 55. Setting sail in July 2011, the Intermarine
Abeking & Rasmussen 68 Meter
Abeking & Rasmussen 68 Meter – MY “Aviva This 68 Meter (223.097 Feet) yacht, offers the expansiveness, elegance and comfort of a much larger yacht at sea. The bow: vertical and sharp like a knife as it rises up out of the water. This causes, apart from a lot of attention, an extremely long waterline
AMERICA’S CUP IN 1851
U.S. WINS FIRST AMERICA’S CUP – 1851 August 22, 1851, the U.S.-built schooner America bests a fleet of Britain’s finest ships in a race around England’s Isle of Wight. The ornate silver trophy won by the America was later donated to the New York Yacht Club on condition that it be forever placed in international
Safety Tips for Water-Skiing
Water-skiing is an exciting and challenging sport. However, like all “fast-action” sports that are fun, it does possess an element of risk. Many skiers and boaters are not aware of the potential hazards of water-skiing and as a result, are hurt or even killed pursuing this recreational sport. Attention to hazards in the area where
2012 Sea Ray 450 Sedan Bridge
The New 2012 Sea Ray 450 Sedan Bridge For boaters seeking a new and exciting outlook in 2011, the 450 Sedan Bridge from Sea Ray offers panoramic seascapes and wide-open spaces that are sure to inspire thoughts of comfortable cruising and luxury living. The beautiful views start on the bridge, which, along with 360 degrees
Cessna Citation Mustang G1000
Cabin-class comfort and wide-open spaces. The inviting Mustang club cabin takes passenger comfort and freedom to a surprisingly sophisticated level. Complex curves and sport-sedan styling create an open, highly functional environment, while panoramic windows visually expand the space with plenty of light and a view that’s amazing. New styling with Citation comfort and quiet are
The HondaJet
HondaJet The HondaJet is an advanced, lightweight, compact very light jet (VLJ) that features pioneering wing and engine mount designs that have helped achieve far better fuel efficiency, more available cabin and luggage space, and higher cruise speed than conventional aircraft in its class. HondaJet Innovation: A natural-laminar flow (NLF) wing and NLF fuselage nose
Bluewater Yachts 5900 Platinum
Bluewater Yachts 5900 Platinum Many of the 5900’s standard features are considered “extras” on other crafts. Outfitted with twin Cummins diesel engines, the 5900 can outperform any craft of comparable displacement. Available with either two or three staterooms, the various interior deck plans provide more then 520 square feet of headroom in the living area
Royal Denship 258 Motor Yacht
Royal Denship 258 Motor Yacht The stunning Royal Denship 258´ Motor Yacht is a twin-screw, displacement type ocean-going yacht created by Espen Øino Naval Architects. The impressive steel yacht has six elegantly appointed decks, and features a floodable stern garage and sub-mersible stern platform. Vessel Walkthrough from Princess Mariana – Fraser Yachts Worldwide Sun Deck: