Month: July 2024

Split Apple Rock: A Natural Wonder in New Zealand

July 17, 2024

Located in Kaiteiteri Beach, New Zealand, Split Apple Rock stands as a remarkable natural formation. This granite rock, shaped over millions of years, resembles a split apple, hence its name. Geologists estimate its age to be around 120 million years, highlighting its ancient origins. According to Maori mythology, the rock was split by two gods…

Falcon 9 Malfunction: 20 Satellites to Re-Enter Earth’s Atmosphere

July 15, 2024

SpaceX has confirmed that 20 satellites launched from a Falcon 9 rocket in California will re-enter Earth’s atmosphere after the rocket’s second stage experienced a malfunction. The company reported a liquid oxygen leak during the second stage, resulting in insufficient thrust to achieve the intended orbit. SpaceX’s official statement highlighted that the minimal ignition in…

The Anechoic Chamber: The World’s Quietest Room

July 15, 2024

The Anechoic Chamber, known as the world’s quietest room, is located in Microsoft’s office in Redmond, Washington. This unique space is so silent that one can hear their own heartbeat, the rustling of clothes, the sound of swallowing, and even the blood flowing in their veins. The chamber has been recognized by the Guinness World…

The Impressive Scale of Elon Musk’s Falcon-9 Rocket

July 9, 2024

Many of us have seen videos of Elon Musk’s Falcon-9 rocket landing back on Earth. However, the true scale of this impressive piece of technology is often not fully appreciated. The rocket’s size is much larger than most people realize. In one striking image, a person is seen walking near the Falcon-9, highlighting the sheer…

Aditya-L1 Completes First Orbit in Halo Trajectory

July 7, 2024

Aditya-L1, India’s first solar observatory spacecraft, has successfully completed its first orbit in the halo trajectory around the Sun-Earth Lagrange Point 1 (L1). The spacecraft began its orbit around the Lagrange point on January 6 and took 178 days to complete this initial mission phase. Launched on September 2 from Sriharikota in Andhra Pradesh aboard…

The Bailong Elevator: World’s Tallest Outdoor Elevator

July 3, 2024

The Bailong Elevator, also known as the Hundred Dragons Elevator, is the tallest outdoor elevator in the world. Located in Zhangjiajie, China, this engineering marvel stands at a height of 1,070 feet and offers several unique features. The elevator is a double-deck lift made of glass, which means it has two cabins stacked on top…