Zippo™
In late 1932 Mr. Blaisdell decided to reconstruct the Austrian lighter. He fabricated a small rectangular case and attached a lid with a hinge. He preserved the chimney design which protected the flame. The result was an attractive lighter that was easily operated with one hand. The name “Zippo” was created by Mr Blaisdell. He liked the sound of the word “zipper” so he formed variations on the word until he settled on “Zippo,” which he felt had a “modern” sound. – Zippo
Damascus Steel
Damascus forged steel is arguably one of the strongest metals on earth. The steel is so strong it can retain its edge even after multiple uses. Swordmakers first used it back between the ninth and the 11th century. It was well-known after a battle that Damascus steel swords would still retain an incredibly sharp edge. Not only is this steel known for being strong but also flexible; it can retain a bend far past the limits of average steel.
Perfect Pour-over
I had done my best to make good coffee in a Chemex, and it tasted much better than the Keurig®. However, I hadn’t quite unleashed this unique hourglass coffee maker’s full potential until I met my good friend, Aaron Barker. After taking coffee-to-go to him a few times, he offered to make it for us instead, and coffee was never the same afterward. In addition, he taught me his unique method for the perfect pour-over, thus making my morning coffee routine all the more delicious.
Peters Cartridge Factory
Peters Cartridge Factory is a well-known landmark in Warren County, Ohio. The 56 acres it rests on have been home to many different things, from a powder mill to a brewery. Peters Cartridge Company was founded back in 1887 by Gershom Moore Peters. Before he made the factory what it was, it was a powder mill owned by Joseph Warren King. Mr. King originally owned another powder mill in Goes Station, Ohio but eventually sold this to move to the more favorable location in Kings Mills, Ohio.
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Conversation can be valuable in many ways. It is a daily necessity for life and an enjoyable pastime amongst friends and family. Conversation shapes how you grow up, how you talk and interact with people, and how you ask your wife what she wants for dinner. The art of having a good face-to-face conversation is slowly dissipating as the world becomes more technology-driven.
One Small Step For Man
Mars Dune Alpha is a 3D-printed habitat at Johnson Space Center. It is going to be one of the first simulations of what life could be like on Mars. They will be running three one-year-long simulation missions in a 3D printed mock-up of what a Mars habitat would be like. The simulation will be as close to life on Mars as they can make it.
Electric Vehicles: Transportation of the Future?
Tesla was the first company to bring attention to the electric vehicle market, causing large car companies to follow suit. Companies like Ford, GMC, Nissan, Toyota, and Chevrolet have released their version of electric cars or hybrid vehicles. Although electric vehicles typically cost more, most people prefer the simplicity of plugging it in at home and not paying for gas every month. Electricity can be cheaper than gas in most circumstances, and in the long run, it can save you more money in your travels than your typical electric vehicle.