While you're cleaning and doing the dishes, you smell an unpleasant odor coming from the drain. This smell isn't only regulated to just the kitchen sink but can appear in other areas of the house such as the bathroom and spread throughout the rest of the home. We offer some tips ...
Read MoreSpaceX Launch to the International Space Station | May 30, 2020
On May 30th in Cape Canaveral, Florida SpaceX's Dragon launched with astronauts Douglas Hurley and Robert Behnken to the International Space Station where they will conduct spacewalks and install a new platform for science experiments. SpaceX's Dragon made history by being the fi ...
Read MoreThe Pont du Gard Aqueduct in France
Crossing the Gardon River in southern France, the Pont Du Gard is one of the best-preserved ancient aqueduct bridges built in the first century AD by the Romans. In 1985 it was added to the list of World Heritage Sites by UNESCO (United Nations Educational, Scientific, and Cultur ...
Read MoreWhat Happens When Lightning Strikes
Lightning is a fascinating natural phenomenon that keeps regular people and scientists asking questions. While there are still aspects of lightning that remain a mystery to experts, we know a lot about why lightning occurs and what happens when it strikes. How Lightning Strike ...
Read MoreAztec Engineering Techniques and Technologies
Originally a nomadic tribe until they settled in Mexico, the Aztecs built their empire in the city of Tenochtitlan in the 14th century. They were excellent farmers and builders and prided themselves on their work, avoiding the use of animals and doing it themselves. Although they ...
Read MoreHow to Remove A Popcorn Ceiling
Popcorn ceilings were often used in the '60s and '70s since there was no painting required, and it was a quick and easy fix to imperfections in the ceiling. Unfortunately, it can be difficult to match if it needs to be patched up from holes and cracks, and the texture makes it di ...
Read MoreBreaking of the Enigma Machine
Above Photo of Enigma Machine by Alessandro Nassiri The Enigma machine was developed in the early 20th century at the end of World War I, and used in all branches of the German military during World War II. The Enigma machine was an encryption device which scrambled the letter ...
Read MoreHomeowner’s Springtime Checklist
With the winter months gone and thunderstorm season approaching, now is an ideal time to make sure your home is in good shape for the rest of spring. Keeping up on some small tasks on the interior and exterior of your home can save time and money. Delay your costly repairs by ext ...
Read MoreCivil Engineering Before Computers
Before modern engineering technology was available, civil engineers used technical tools and hand calculations to build their drafts and designs. Before the days of computer aided drafting software - such as AutoCAD - engineers needed exceptional sketching and mechanical drawing ...
Read MoreWhen You Should Trim a Tree Back from Your House
Trees offer fantastic shade during the summer months, but you don’t want the branches looming over your home. Keeping your trees maintained will help prevent possible significant damage to your home. In the winter, snowfall, ice, and freezing weather can snap tree branches and se ...
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