Articles tagged with Feet
Researchers predict Alaska's Columbia Glacier will double its rate of retreat and lose nearly 10 miles over the next decade due to increased calving speeds. This is driven by the glacier's terminus being thinner on average and being in deeper water, allowing it to flow faster.
The WTC's design had several vulnerabilities that made it susceptible to collapse, including flimsy floor trusses and weak connections in the tube frame system. The impact of the jetliners shattered support columns, causing partial collapse and triggering a fire that exacerbated the damage
Researchers from Yale and University of Chicago discovered a 40-foot long Sarcosuchus imperator crocodile fossil, estimated to be the largest known so far. The fossil was found in Cretaceous rocks in central Niger and is believed to have lived for approximately 42 years before reaching adulthood.
Geologist Edward Keller has discovered a lost island, Isla Calafia, submerged for over 13,000 years under the Santa Barbara channel. The island, 31 miles long and three miles wide, rises about 660 feet from the bottom of the channel and is bordered by two major earthquake faults.
A Clemson-led group has secured a $10 million contract to develop affordable surveillance platforms called 'aerostats' that can pair advanced radar systems to track and engage cruise missiles. The project aims to provide improved early-detection, tracking, and engagement capability for the military.
Researchers discovered that ants and bees use dynamic sticky organs to adhere to various surfaces. The arolium footpad, which secretes a fluid for adhesion, is a key component of this complex system.
Researchers analyzed data from electronic tags on Atlantic bluefin tuna, revealing significant insights into their migrations, diving patterns, and environmental preferences. The study found that Atlantic bluefin tuna often travel throughout the North Atlantic, with some individuals migrating between two distinct breeding populations.
Researchers analyzed the lifting techniques of over 40 Special Olympics power lifters, finding that the sumo style is safer for the lower back and that better lifters keep the bar closer to their body. The study provides valuable insights for competitive power lifters to improve performance and reduce injury risk.
A UK-based study of over 17,000 people found left handers more than twice as likely to be affected by Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis. The research suggests later birth may play a role in the increased risk, but the exact cause remains unknown.
Johns Hopkins undergraduates designed an aluminum lifting device to make playgrounds more accessible to children with limited mobility. The device features a 3-foot-square passenger compartment that can support 500 pounds and is powered by compressed air, providing a safe and efficient solution.
Researchers found a correlation between unexplained foot fractures and low bone density, a primary symptom of osteoporosis. The study suggests that podiatrists should inspect patients with at-risk conditions for early signs of osteoporosis.
Jobaria tiguidensis, a 70-foot-long plant-eater from the Cretaceous period, has been discovered with nearly complete skeletons of an adult and juvenile. The species' unique spoon-shaped teeth and short neck set it apart from other sauropods.
A laser pointer has been found to help some Parkinson's patients overcome freezing episodes, where their legs temporarily lock in place. The device provides a visual cue that helps patients take the next step towards regaining mobility, offering hope for those struggling with this debilitating symptom.
Peripheral neuropathy affects sensation, causing instability and increased fall risk; preventive steps like support, education, regular eye exams, right shoes, exercise, and practice balancing on one foot can help prevent falls.