Marc Anton Boehringer
Stories (10/0)
Brick by Brick- Powering the Buildings of Tomorrow!
By Marc Anton Boehringerabout a year ago in Futurism
Solar Superstorm- How the Carrington Event Would Devastate Today's High-Tech World
It was a sunny day in September of 1859 when the Earth was hit by a massive solar storm. The event was named after the British astronomer, Richard Carrington, who observed and recorded the event. The "Carrington Event" was the most powerful geomagnetic storm ever recorded, and it had a significant impact on the Earth's magnetic field and technology of that era. But what if the same event were to happen today?
By Marc Anton Boehringerabout a year ago in FYI
The Legacy of Tesla's Wardencliffe Tower: Pioneering Wireless Technology
Imagine strolling around a picturesque pond, admiring the serene water and the playful ducks paddling around. You can't help but capture this beautiful moment with your trusty phone camera. But then, horror strikes! Your phone's battery is running low! You start to feel that anxious knot forming in your stomach. You're far away from any power outlets or charging stations, and the thought of being stranded without a working phone is enough to give you a panic attack. But wait! What's this? With a quick press of a button, your phone comes to life again! It's charging itself using air! Yes, you read that right - AIR!
By Marc Anton Boehringerabout a year ago in FYI
The Great Sleep
In the year 2080, the world's leaders made an unprecedented decision. They decided that humanity needed a break from the fast-paced, ever-changing world they had created. They wanted to hit the pause button and take a step back from the constant chaos and turmoil that seemed to be the norm.
By Marc Anton Boehringerabout a year ago in Fiction
Frenemies of the Sea: When Oceans Refuse to Mix"
As you look at a map of the world, you might think that the oceans seamlessly blend into each other, as if they are just different shades of the same color. But there's a hidden truth beneath the surface. The border between the Atlantic and Pacific oceans is like a curtain of invisible force that separates them like two different worlds. It's as if they've made a pact not to mix their waters, despite being made up of the same H2O molecules. But why?
By Marc Anton Boehringerabout a year ago in Earth
The Titanic's Forgotten Sister
The night of April 27, 1865, was a dark and foggy one on the Mississippi River. The steamboat Sultana was chugging up the river, carrying over 2,400 passengers, mostly Union soldiers who had just been released from Confederate prison camps. They were eager to go back home to their families and loved ones after years of brutal fighting.
By Marc Anton Boehringerabout a year ago in FYI
Antimatter: The Most Expensive Substance on Earth.
Enter the world of science fiction and discover the incredible power of antimatter! Imagine a parallel universe where everything is made up of the opposite, a world that holds the secret to a powerful force that can change our understanding of the universe. But what is antimatter, and how is it different from the matter we're all familiar with?
By Marc Anton Boehringerabout a year ago in FYI
The Truth About Lying
White lies, black lies, no matter what intentions you have, if you don't tell the truth, it's a lie. But why do we lie after all? Let's face it, we're all liars! We all say innocent lies every now and then. And if you think that lying is harmless, just ask Charles Ponzi.
By Marc Anton Boehringerabout a year ago in Humans
When The Niagara Falls Stopped Flowing
The Niagara Falls are known as one of the world's most magnificent waterfalls, with millions of gallons of water cascading down every second. But in 1969, the unthinkable happened. The falls ran dry, leaving behind nothing but bare rocks and stunned tourists.
By Marc Anton Boehringerabout a year ago in Earth