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It’s impossible to see a Frogfish. It’s not because of their camouflage, even though it is incredibly intricate. It’s not because they swim quickly, either: they are not very streamlined, and many Frogfish will lumber around slowly and mainly try to stay in one spot. What I mean is that

When you think of Owls, “ninja” might not be the first thing that crosses your mind. But there’s a good argument for it: like a ninja, owls are incredibly stealthy. These birds are the only animal that can fly absolutely silently. Their silent flight ability stems in part from their

When the going gets tough, I like to think about the year 536, and it helps me feel better. The year 536 was a seriously difficult one: a strange fog enveloped most of Europe and large parts of Asia. The mysterious fog was so thick that daytime sunlight was reduced

DSA is pleased to announce the official release of ProteusDS Oceanographic. What is ProteusDS Oceanographic? ProteusDS Oceanographic is software that helps you design and build oceanographic moorings. The software is purpose-built to help customers develop and manage all aspects of the mooring design and construction process. It works with parts

There’s nothing about tanks that makes them look like they’re ready to fly. At the best of times, tanks are squat and stocky, mean-looking machines meant for slowly crawling over the worst terrain the ground has to offer. In World War 2, tanks were a critical element. Getting tanks to

After a disastrous World War 2 naval battle, a lone allied warship was left surrounded behind enemy lines. Vastly outnumbered and outgunned, the situation seemed very grim. Still, the crew came up with a plan to sneak back home: disguise the warship as an island. The crew gathered as much

It was when the traffic light turned green, and my car lurched forward from a stop when it happened. A warning light flickered on the dash, but then quickly turned off again. Fortunately for me, it wasn’t a sign of disaster with the engine – it was just a light

Flying sheep may help you get to sleep, but they can save your life, too. In 1934, the Italian army had a huge logistics problem: crossing one of the most inhospitable deserts in the world. Resupply for the trip was vital, and the army had to consider their options carefully.

People that live in northeastern India use tangled foliage to speed their way through the jungle. But it takes a lot of patience. They can do this with certain kinds of plants, like the rubber tree. As you might expect from a rubber tree, the roots are quite flexible as

It was the summer of 1991 and I stood in front of the first hedge maze I’d ever seen before. What could be more fun to a young boy that getting lost in a hedge maze and finding your way out? I had a simple plan: get totally lost as