20 Years On, How the Columbia Shuttle Disaster Changed Space Travel
Folks around NASA don’t much care for this time of year. It was 56 years ago last week—January 27, 1967—that astronauts Gus Grissom, Ed White, and Roger Chaffee lost their lives in a launch pad fire inside their Apollo 1 spacecraft as they were running a dress rehearsal for countdown. It was 37 years ago—on January 28, 1986—that the shuttle Challenger exploded during launch due to a faulty seal that caused one of the solid rocket boosters to ignite the external fuel tank. The pair of solid boosters flew on heedlessly, leaving a gruesome, two fingered fireball in the sky as seven astronauts per...
Source: TIME: Science - February 1, 2023 Category: Science Authors: Jeffrey Kluger Tags: Uncategorized healthscienceclimate Space Source Type: news

Los Angeles officials ban polystyrene foam products in move toward ' zero-waste ' city
The Los Angeles City Council has approved a new ban on certain single-use plastics, taking the latest step in an effort toward becoming a “zero-waste” city. All 12 council members present for Tuesday’s meeting voted to approve an ordinance that prohibits the distribution and sale of expanded…#citycouncil #losangeleszoo #ofarrell #paulkrekorian #healbay #reusablela #council #tracyquinn #paulkoretz
Source: Reuters: Health - January 4, 2023 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news

Ocular injury from foam dart (Nerf) blasters: a case series - Cohen S, Shiuey EJ, Zur D, Rachmiel R, Kurtz S, Mezad-Koursh D, Waisbourd M.
To report clinical outcomes following ocular injury from foam dart (nerf) blasters - a spring-loaded toy guns that fire foam-coated darts or bullets at a relatively low velocity. These guns gained popularity in recent years among children and adolescents. ...
Source: SafetyLit - December 29, 2022 Category: International Medicine & Public Health Tags: Economics of Injury and Safety, PTSD, Injury Outcomes Source Type: news

A database of static thermal insulation and evaporative resistance values of Dutch firefighter clothing items and ensembles - Kuklane K, Eggeling J, Kemmeren M, Heus R.
The rescue operations' environment can impair firefighters' performance and increase the risk of injuries, e.g., burns and hyperthermia. The bulk and carried weight of heavy protection contributes to lower physical performance, higher metabolic load and in...
Source: SafetyLit - December 26, 2022 Category: International Medicine & Public Health Tags: Burns, Electricity, Explosions, Fire, Scalds Source Type: news

New Hard Hat Earmuffs with Noise Reduction Rating of 26 Decibels
Soft, foam cushions offer effective acoustic seal Adjustable wire arms for custom fit Spacious interior for ear comfort and all-day wearThis story is related to the following:Health, Medical,& Dental Supplies and EquipmentSearch for suppliers of:
Source: Industrial Newsroom - Health, Medical and Dental Supplies - December 21, 2022 Category: Medical Devices Source Type: news

Investigation on the suppression characteristic of deoxidization gel foam on coal spontaneous combustion - Lu X, Xue X, Wang C, Shi G, Xing Y, Han Y.
Mine fire caused by coal spontaneous combustion is one of the main safety problems in mining. For the purpose of developing a more effective inhibitor to suppress the coal spontaneous combustion, a compound deoxidization gel foam inhibitor was proposed by ...
Source: SafetyLit - December 19, 2022 Category: International Medicine & Public Health Tags: Burns, Electricity, Explosions, Fire, Scalds Source Type: news

Should we share our survey report with a seller or were they cheeky to ask?
Q We’ve recently had an offer accepted on a property. The survey report we had done includes a long list of problems that we weren’t expecting including structural problems with the bay window and spray insulation in the loft. We’ve shared the risks section of the report with the seller and need…#le #royalinstitutionofcharteredsurveyors
Source: Reuters: Health - December 19, 2022 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news

The 12 Best Hybrid Mattresses That Provide Softness And Support
Today’s best hybrid mattresses feature unique materials (think: cooling gels and motion isolation materials) that all but redefine mattresses as we know them. Gone are the days of choosing between spine-aligning innerspring mattresses and the marshmallowy feel of memory foam mattresses. Instead,…#nectarscorethesebestsellingsheets #hybrids #winkbed #agoodway #zomahybrid #helix #tuftneedlehybridmattress #moleculehybrid #besthybridmattressforcouplesminimiz #blackfriday
Source: Reuters: Health - December 17, 2022 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news

Fire behaviour of insulation panels commonly used in high-rise buildings - Hossain MD, Hassan MK, Akl M, Pathirana S, Rahnamayiezekavat P, Douglas G, Bhat T, Saha S.
The energy efficiency of buildings drives the replacement of traditional construction materials with lightweight insulating materials. However, energy-efficient but combustible insulation might contribute to the building's fire load. Therefore, it is neces...
Source: SafetyLit - December 15, 2022 Category: International Medicine & Public Health Tags: Burns, Electricity, Explosions, Fire, Scalds Source Type: news

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Meat, eggs and dairy account for 75% of our food's carbon footprint in the US. So, vegan milks can be a sustainable substitute. Leaders of one major coffee chain believe in the taste, foam-i-ness and earth-saving benefits of oat milk so much, they've made it the default milk in their coffee drinks. But how does oat milk's sustainability and nutritive value stack up?
Source: CNN.com - Health - December 6, 2022 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news

Alzheimer ’s tied to cholesterol, abnormal nerve insulation
Researchers found evidence that the Alzheimer ’s-related gene APOE4 disrupts cholesterol management in the brain and weakens insulation around nerve fibers.
Source: NIH Research Matters from the National Institutes of Health (NIH) - December 6, 2022 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news

Understanding the flame retardant mechanism of intumescent flame retardant on improving the fire safety of rigid polyurethane foam - Lee SH, Lee SG, Lee JS, Ma BC.
Combinations of multiple inorganic fillers have emerged as viable synergistic agents for boosting the flame retardancy of intumescent flame retardant (IFR) polymer materials. However, few studies on the effect of multiple inorganic fillers on the flame ret...
Source: SafetyLit - November 30, 2022 Category: International Medicine & Public Health Tags: Burns, Electricity, Explosions, Fire, Scalds Source Type: news

The Best Memory Foam Mattresses To Sink Into Slumber
Want to save some money on a new bed? Check out the best Cyber Monday mattress deals available now. In addition to slashing prices on mattresses, many retailers are offering freebies—like a sheet set, comforter and mattress protector—with your purchase. The best memory foam mattresses available…#memoryfoam #foammattress #foam #memory #mattress #foammattresses #hybridmemory #mattresses #budgetmemory #softmemory
Source: Reuters: Health - November 27, 2022 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news

The Best Black Friday Jacket Deals From REI, The North Face, Nordstrom And More
Temperatures are quickly plummeting, meaning it’s time to shop the best Black Friday jacket deals on the warmest winter coats out there, from puffers to stylish wool options. To stay comfortable, you’ll want to prioritize high-quality features—down or synthetic insulation with a good…#jacket #jackets #wintercoats #winter #coats #save #skijackets #puffers #cyber #puffer
Source: Reuters: Health - November 26, 2022 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news

The Best Mattresses For Back Pain For Every Type Of Sleeper
Want to save even more on top-rated mattresses? Check out our list of the best Black Friday mattress deals for more opportunities to save. The best mattresses for back pain promote spinal alignment and pressure relief, whatever your preferred sleeping position. For instance, if you’re a side…#mattress #pain #memoryfoam #foam #mattresses #foammattress #sleepers #foammattresses #organicmattress #memory
Source: Reuters: Health - November 26, 2022 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news

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