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An AquaPenguin in action For engineers and scientists working in the field of biomimetics the natural world is a source of inspiration. New products are being developed incorporating technology created by mimicking shapes, structures and processes found in living creatures. The buildings, vehicles and products of the future will benefit from millions of years [...] J. R. R. Tolkien is remembered as the author of fantasy novels such as "The Hobbit" and "Lord of the Rings". But before he turned to literature Tolkien served in the army during the First World War and had a distinguished academic career. This biography, from December last year, covers Tolkien’s family and professional [...] Occasionally, while browsing the shelves of a local book shop, a book title will stand out for no other reason than its ability to raise a smile. The content of these books may be quite ordinary but the title serves its purpose by grabbing our attention. For the past 30 years these odd book [...]
The Treasury at Petra in Jordan Over 2000 years ago, a city was carved from the sandstone rocks of the Shara mountains. Petra was the home of the Nabateans, who occupied the valley when the Edomites moved west. The Nabateans grew wealthy from the caravan trade and Petra became a rival to Rome. But, [...] |
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