The Skylon C2 is a new type of aircraft that uses the SABRE engine system, which relies on a device called the precooler - technology that cools down the air entering the engineer system by more than 1,000° C in a mere .01-seconds, resulting in an unheard-of cooling rate of 400 megawatts, enabling the plane to 'breathe' oxygen. SKYLON will also be able to take passengers into outer space, taking off and landing horizontally like a normal plane. SABRE will also be used in the LAPCAT A2. Continue reading for another video and more information.
Adventure company Bounce Below installed three giant trampolines inside the Llechwedd Slate Caverns. They are all safely suspended from the cave walls and ceilings, and offer vibrant LED lights illuminate the subterranean playground. These caverns were originally created to mine slate in the 18th and 19th Centuries, and were later used to hide precious art works from the Germans during World War II. Continue reading for an incredible video, more pictures and additional information.
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