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Parabolic reflectors are an obvious choice for use in space applications because they either pick up or send information in a specific direction. However, their bowl-shape makes it inconvenient to store in a launch vehicle with limited room. This is an even bigger problem when many antennas need to be launched on the same vehicle.
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It seems that the ancient Japanese paper folding art of origami is finding uses in the space industry. I recently posted an article about using origami techniques to make foldable fuel tanks. Now engineers are using it to make foldable antennas.
I have posted about a number of different propulsion systems for spacecraft. Currently it can take years to carry out missions to the outer solar system. Now there is a new concept being explored that would use the mechanism behind solar flares to speed up the exploration of space.
The National Gardening Association has provided a wealth of knowledge to inform my gardening practices and next week they are hosting a webinar on ecological gardening and companion planning this month that looks very helpful. Charlie Nardozzi is going to share knowledge about many different aspects of gardening in the webinar.
Are you tired of the same old chocolates for Valentine's Day? Depending on the kind you get, they can get a little old, can't they? I love to mix them up with local chocolate companies who offer unique treats, especially when it comes to different types of truffles, but something new is also always welcome!
It's 2021 and we're still social distancing. By now you might really miss game nights at your house--or you might be loving the silence more than you thought possible. Either way, socializing with our loved ones remains as important as ever, and we've learned to be creative and safe about how we go about it.
This month, I've made my way through a few romantic reads and so far, I haven't loved anything yet. That's okay; I have several more on my TBR and I'm not giving up until I find one I love!
Some people like to avoid sugar altogether, but many doctors are recommending that people avoid high glycemic index foods, or foods that can raise blood sugar quickly, for people who are battling high blood sugar levels. While everyone's body is different, and some bodies respond differently to foods than others, there are many foods known to generally be high on the GI.
If you've read Children of Blood and Bone, you know that there are some incredible creatures that are similar to our own wild animals but are, well, better. The lionaire that Zélie has doubles as transportation, after all, and if you've checked out any fanart, it's always so neat to look at. It ALMOST makes me wish they were real. If you haven't read it yet, please do! It's an incredible book.
As a chicken owner, I know how helpless you can feel when there's a predator afoot terrorizing your animals. I've spent a few nights chasing off raccoons until payday when we could get a plank of wood to make coop repairs. I totally get that feeling. So when a petting zoo owner lost more than a dozen animals to a bobcat, I'm sure it was beyond frustrating.
Semi-homemade is a favorite theme in our house. We often pick something up and customize it once we get home. But I never thought of making a cocktail from a Dunkin' drink! That's what the company is suggesting we do for Valentine's Day with their new recipes.
One of my favorite things about social media is seeing everyone's pets! I love the pet videos, the videos, all of the fun things we get to share with one another. Having a bad day? Ask for everyone's pet pics and you won't be disappointed.
Lots of 80s trends have been circulating around lately, and neon nails are making a comeback and I'm here for it! Neon colors are SO fun and so 80s. As a tween I had the brightest neon jacket ever and I sure loved those bright orange, pink, blue, green and yellow neon nail colors.
When anyone from any fandom finds a fellow stan, we almost always ask about one another's favorite character. It's pretty much a guaranteed question that will tell you so much about that person. That's why it's fun to guess about your personality based on your favorite Family Guy character(s).
There are plenty of dancing bears merch for Deadheads, and I've even seen some cute bobbleheads here and there... but these new bobbleheads are the cutest I've ever seen! They're actually shaped like the actual dancing bears instead of being just one big lump with a bouncing head and I love them.
Whether you're buying for a friend, family member or partner this Valentine's Day, it can be a challenge to get something for someone you've known for years and years. Maybe you're out of ideas, or you feel like it's a person who "has everything." So what do you do?
Is anyone else craving a good pancake? It's one of those cold days where you just want some good comfort eating where I live. I was looking at all of the places in Portland to procure the perfect pancake, and there are just too many to choose from!
As a news junkie and a feminist, I love to read stories about women standing up for themselves, breaking glass ceilings and really making an impact on our world. This week there were so many stories to choose from that I thought I'd share a couple and see what you are reading!
When it comes to grabbing a quick bite via fast food, keto options can be disappointing. Even if you get a bun-free burger that's lettuce-wrapped (which can be just what you're craving!), you might still miss the French fries or even be hungry. I've found a lot of great fast food finds, however, that satisfy and taste good. As someone who does intermittent fasting, a meal that's filling is very important to me!
