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Rare video: Sea of clouds rushing down the mountain like a waterfall
A breathtaking natural scene was recorded in Chongqing, China on May 5, when a sea of clouds rushed down the mountain like a waterfall.
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How do flights predict turbulence?
Turbulence is the movement of air created by atmospheric pressure, jet streams, air around mountains, cold or warm weather areas, or thunderstorms.
Health
Potential contaminants in the gym
In addition to pollution from exercise equipment, gym ventilation systems can unintentionally draw in pollutants from outside sources, according to researchers.
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How do planes operate in thick fog?
Dense fog can reduce visibility, forcing pilots and air traffic controllers to use special procedures for takeoff and landing.
Oceanography
Air-powered electricity storage system at 700m deep seabed
BaroMar's system uses excess electricity to compress and direct air to tanks on the seabed, storing it there until needed.
Biology
The more CO₂, the faster the virus spreads
A new study shows that keeping CO₂ levels low helps reduce the infectious viral load in the air.
New technology
The supersonic plane flies faster than Concorde
The US Air Force's 3,218 km/h XB-70 Valkyrie aircraft inspired the design of later civil supersonic aircraft Concorde and Tupolev Tu-144.
Scientific application
Instructions for making simple mist fans, steam fans, and air conditioning fans at home
Join us to learn how to make your own mist fan and how to make a simple steam fan at home to cool down this summer.
Environment
The Northeast monsoon is about to flood the North after a series of peak hot days
According to weather forecasts, after the April 30 holiday, the North will welcome a weak cold air mass moving down from mainland China. The weather will change, it will…
AI - Artificial intelligence
Footage of the first battle between AI and pilots
An F-16 fighter controlled by artificial intelligence (AI) participates in the first dogfight with another F-16 aircraft piloted by humans.
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Why do some cars not have windshields?
Cars without windshields will have an advantage in controlling airflow using aerodynamic principles. However, these cars are not suitable for everyday use.
Environment
Climate change reverses medical progress
According to experts, climate change is reversing medical progress, posing a great threat to human health.
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Decoding where the cleanest air on the planet is
The Southern Ocean has clean air with very little aerosols - microscopic particles of matter that form naturally or as a result of human activity.
Archeology
Surprises at an 8,200-year-old campsite in America
A US soldier has unearthed the remains of a prehistoric camp on an air force base in New Mexico, which the first Americans may have occupied 8,200 years ago.
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The world's first modern passenger aircraft
Although only 75 were produced, the Boeing 247 still goes down in aviation history as