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Velcro Earthbound Innovation, Not Space-Age Invention

Velcro: Debunking the Myth of Its “Space-Age” Origins

Think NASA invented Velcro for astronauts in space? Think again. In this video, we uncover the surprising truth about Velcro’s real origin, bust the popular myth linking it to space exploration, and explain how a Swiss engineer—and a walk with his dog—led to one of the most widely used inventions of the 20th century.

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How Tomorrow io Uses AI & Satellites

How Tomorrow.io Uses AI & Satellites to Predict Weather Better Than Anyone

Tomorrow.io is a weather technology company (not climate!) that combines proprietary satellite data with artificial intelligence (AI) to deliver hyper-accurate, real-time weather forecasts. Their approach addresses the limitations of traditional forecasting methods by enhancing data collection and predictive modeling. 🛰️ Proprietary Satellite Constellation Tomorrow.io has developed and launched its own constellation of weather satellites, including

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A Historical Perspective on Key Discoveries in Space Physics

A Historical Perspective on Key Discoveries in Space Physics

Space physics is a vital subdiscipline of astrophysics and geophysics, focusing on the behavior of plasma in space environments—particularly around the Earth, the Sun, and throughout the solar system. It informs critical research in areas such as space weather, planetary magnetospheres, and solar-terrestrial interactions. Over the past century, pioneering theoretical frameworks and revolutionary satellite missions

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