JOURNAL ARTICLE

HOW PARACHUTES WORK.

  • Published In: How It Works, 2025, n. 204. P. 54 1 of 3

  • Database: Science Reference Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: HARVEY, AILSA 3 of 3

Abstract

The article focuses on the engineering and functionality of parachutes, which are essential for safely lowering individuals or objects from the sky. Parachutes operate by increasing air resistance to counteract gravity, allowing users to descend gently rather than free-fall. Various designs exist, including ram-air parachutes for skydiving and round parachutes for military applications, each serving specific purposes. The article also highlights the historical development of parachutes, tracing their origins from early concepts to modern designs made primarily from nylon. Additionally, it outlines the steps involved in parachute deployment during skydiving or base jumping. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:How It Works. 2025/07, Issue 204, p54
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Sports and Leisure
  • Publication Date:2025
  • ISSN:2041-7322
  • Accession Number:185944593
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