Solar-powered Plane Soaring above San Francisco Bay

The Solar Impulse, created by explorer Bertrand Piccard and engineer André Borschberg, can only fly when the weather is perfect. And it is endeavoring to make a cross-country flight from San Francisco to  JFK Airport in New York City.

via Co.Exist

APP of the Day - Solar Walk 3D Solar System Model

Between the smooth, slick and responsive UI and the stunning visualizations and astounding information, there isn't much about SOLAR WALK I don't like. I actually feel like it is a steal at $2.99. And as amazing it is on the iPhone, on the iPad it is truly astounding.

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