Almost the last word.
Published In: New Scientist, 2025, v. 267, n. 3551. P. 46 1 of 3
Database: Academic Search Ultimate 2 of 3
Authored By: D’Hondt, Herman; Douglas, Paul; Howard, Jo; Padman, Rachael; Shaw, Hillary; Glover, Bryn; Follows, Mike; Edge, Sam 3 of 3
Abstract
The article explores the feasibility of hovering above Earth to travel to a destination as it rotates beneath. It explains that Earth's atmosphere moves with the planet, meaning a person hovering would not experience a relative wind and would require significant fuel to maintain altitude. The discussion includes insights on the inefficiencies of such travel compared to conventional flying, highlighting the complexities of atmospheric dynamics and the Coriolis effect. Additionally, it touches on the limitations of photosynthesis under low-light conditions and the cultural significance of polite expressions in various languages. [Extracted from the article]
Additional Information
- Source:New Scientist. 2025/07, Vol. 267, Issue 3551, p46
- Document Type:Article
- Subject Area:Science
- Publication Date:2025
- ISSN:0262-4079
- Accession Number:186478469
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