In the eighteenth century, a mathematician, an astronomer, and an engineer each sought to apply their expertise to improve the efficiency of water wheels. In the mid-1700s, the economies of the United Kingdom and France were flourishing. Mills throughout the region produced flour, textiles, and lumber, all powered by the flow of water using the traditional water wheel. As … [Read more...] about The Innovators Behind the Water Wheel: Scientists, Engineers, and Their Impact
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Staying Cool: Historical Tips for Beating the Heat
Republished from the original source: JSTOR Take a look back at how others have survived—and thought about—the high heat of summer. In an episode of The Twilight Zone called “The Midnight Sun,” first aired in November 1961, the apocalyptic scenario of an Earth drawing nearer to the Sun is symbolized by a thermometer shattering at…130°F. On July 5, 2024, Palm Springs, … [Read more...] about Staying Cool: Historical Tips for Beating the Heat