A humble concept from ancient Japanese design might remake the way supplies are dropped from the air. Polytechnique Montréal ...
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Kirigami-inspired parachute design promises pin-straight, low-cost descents every time
Gosselin explained that the parachute’s unique inverted bell shape is crucial to its performance. The kirigami cuts stretch ...
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How a Homemade Parachute Led to Disaster at the Eiffel Tower
In 1912 Paris, an inventor stood atop the Eiffel Tower, determined to prove his homemade parachute could revolutionize flight safety. Believing in his creation, he chose to test it on himself in front ...
Creating a successful product from scratch is the stuff that entrepreneurial dreams are made of, but it’s a journey that’s equal parts challenging and thrilling. From identifying a consumer pain point ...
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