The series “Weichnachtsmann & Co. KG” (The Secret World of Santa Claus) depicts Santa Claus and his elves preparing for Christmas in their workshop at the North Pole. To create an adequate supply of presents for children worldwide, their toy machine is capable of producing gifts seemingly from thin air. Weiterlesen…
The formation of supercritical fluids (SCFs) occurs when a substance is subjected to conditions above its critical temperature and pressure. At these elevated conditions, the distinction between liquid and gas phases of the substance become less distinct, resulting in the formation of a supercritical fluid. In this supercritical state, the Weiterlesen…
Dragons are part of folk tales all over the world, and their appearance varies according to time and region. For the sake of simplicity, this article will only consider the Western European dragon of the High Middle Ages. It was often described as winged, horned and able to breathe fire.[1] Weiterlesen…
There was a total of 69[1] shark attacks worldwide in 2023. Despite having a 1 in 4,332,817 chance of dying, only few are prepared to defend themselves against such an event.[2] Fortunately, Batman had already used an effective weapon in 1966 when he fought the exploding shark that was sent Weiterlesen…
Wherever there is a dry planet, there is also talk of terraforming. This dream not only inspires humans when they look at Mars, but also the Fremen who live on Arrakis. This harsh desert planet is located in the Canopus star system and is the origin of the spice, which Weiterlesen…
This article aims to be the first of its kind to assess the sustainability of Hobbit holes as it is becoming increasingly important to find new and sustainable living alternatives. The Hobbits’ ‘down to (middle) earth’ approach to housing is characterized by organic shapes and the fact, that they are Weiterlesen…
Die WHO (World Health Organisation) berichtet seit geraumer Zeit über die Zunahme an unsportlichen jungen Erwachsenen. Dem muss vehement entgegengetreten werden! Dieser Artikel stellt den Discobreak vor und wie er uns dabei hilft, die Utopie einer gesunden Gesellschaft zu verwirklichen.[1] Eine Studie, die die Gesundheitsrisiken von 447 Büroangestellten mit einer Weiterlesen…
Knife fights are usually carried out with knives,[1] which is illustrated by the common expression ‘never bring a gun to a knife fight’. But let us take a step back from weapons and turn our attention to something a little less “edgy”: the Adélie penguin. These penguins are particularly unique Weiterlesen…
Globally, passenger transport by road (cars, buses, motorcycles, etc.) contributes 45.1 % of CO2 emissions. For this reason, “greener” alternatives to the already established means of transportation have been sought for several years. The focus has been strongly on electric cars and hydrogen-powered vehicles.[1] Completely disregarded was probably the most Weiterlesen…
Silver is not a popular metal among vampires due to its traditional use in mirrors, which makes it impossible for vampires to see their reflection, and its ability to burn their skin upon contact. The belief that silver has antimicrobial properties and can drive away evil spirits likely led to Weiterlesen…