Scientific works
Top 8 most formidable air-to-air combat fighters in the world: Which name is at number 1?
In the list, there are 3 representatives from China. They are strong competitors with Russian and American fighters in this field.
Air
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Scientific works
Not only producing AK guns, the Kalashikov company also makes drones and anti-terrorist guns
The gun has a 'range of fire' up to 2 km and targets can be robot-drones operating in the air, on water or on the ground.
Environment
Developing the world's fastest CO2 capture system
Researchers from Tokyo Metropolitan University have developed a new compound that removes carbon dioxide from the air 99% of the time and twice as fast as current system…
Science Events
Humans are inhaling a whole new class of substances in the air
Danish scientists have identified highly reactive compounds called organic hydrotrioxides, which can have unpredictable effects on humans.
New technology
Cheap gel membrane can suck water every day out of thin air
Researchers at the University of Texas at Austin have now demonstrated an inexpensive gel membrane that can suck many liters of water a day out of the air.
Environment
How Israeli startups 'turn air into money'?
Each year the world emits about 50 billion tons of greenhouse gases, mainly through the burning of fossil fuels such as coal, oil and gas. This is the main cause of glob…
Science Events
Capture a rare image of a shock wave when the plane is near the speed of sound
Photographer Camden Thrasher was photographing a US Navy fighter jet display when he suddenly captured a remarkable close-up photo as the aircraft created
Environment
Pollution kills millions, accounts for 1/6 of all deaths worldwide
A study has shown that deaths related to air, chemical and water pollution accounted for one in six deaths globally in 2019.
Animal world
The strangest spider on Earth: Not living in trees, but preferring to dive into the water, weaving silk to catch fish to eat
What could be more surprising than a spider that has no gills to breathe underwater, but still lives, hunts, and even reproduces underwater?
Science story
How do jet engines work in heavy rain and ice?
How to remove water from jet engine in rainy conditions? Does rain or snow infiltration affect jet engine performance?
Science story
Why is there a phenomenon of ships floating on the sea?
Many times seafarers encounter the phenomenon of giant ships floating in the air, but this is only an optical illusion.
Animal world
Tropical spiders can hide for 30 minutes underwater
A tropical spider uses air membranes to hide under water and hide from predators for half an hour, surprising scientists.
Biology
If you drop an ant from the 63rd floor, will it die?
The answer depends on the final velocity of the free fall.
New technology
Coming soon, neck-mounted air conditioner, cool all day but only 3.6 million
The Metaura Pro is claimed to be the world's first neck-worn air conditioner capable of continuously blowing cold air to keep the wearer cool.
Scientific application
Designing a flying house in mid-air contributes to combating climate change
Floating like mini-balloons, floating modular buildings can provide high altitude shelter and contribute to combating climate change.