Food insecurity, or the lack of access to enough nutritious food, is a complex problem. In the 21st century, even with all of our advances in technology, access to food is still uneven. Today we're going to look at the diffusion of food...

Between the 1870s and 1900s, the United States experienced a period of rapid economic growth. But beneath the shiny veneer of the Gilded Age lurked profound inequality and widespread want.

Researchers, historians, engineers, friends, and relatives describe the ups and downs of Corradino D’Ascanio, the man who invented the helicopter, the variable pitch propeller, and the most famous scooter in the world: the Vespa. He...

Corradino D'Ascanio never felt a strong personal connection to the Vespa, considering it merely a project he completed under Piaggio's direction, with his true passion always being the development of the helicopter. Despite his lack of...

An early design of the Vespa, the MP6 prototype was quickly approved by Piaggio as it aligned closely to the company's market research about the type of vehicle people wanted. Despite initial hesitance from the public, the Vespa...

After his initial partnership, Corradino D'Ascanio was hired by Piaggio as the designer for the "adjustable pitch helix" and later became Project Manager for the Air Force. Despite his success in aircraft design, the destruction of the...

Corradino D'Ascanio married Paola Paolini, a musician from a wealthy family, in 1917. Their relationship was marked by deep love and creative communication, like his invention of a telephone system to speak with her secretly. Despite...

When D'Ascanio believed his helicopter designs were ready for flight, he entered an Air Force contest despite significant administrative obstacles and lack of support. Although his helicopter was accepted and funds were allocated for a...

The archive of Baron Trojani, who managed the commercial aspects of Corradino D'Ascanio's projects contains various innovative designs, including record-keeping systems and aeronautics mechanisms. D'Ascanio created numerous patents to...

Corradino D'Ascanio's collaborated with Piaggio to develop and refine the "adjustable pitch helix," improving aircraft engine performance. While working on various helicopter prototypes from 1936 to 1952, the project faced funding...

Dive into the fascinating world of biomimicry, where modern technology meets natural evolution. Discover how animals like spiders, birds, and sharks are inspiring innovations in materials science, aviation, and more. From unbreakable...

Venture into the world of Armand and Victor, twin brothers who transform everyday items into extraordinary inventions in their garage. From a magic carpet that powers devices to a fan that spins with a simple approach, this video...

Explore the fascinating world of young inventors who transform daily inconveniences into innovative solutions. From an automatic laundry-protecting tarpaulin to a bicycle that changes gears by itself, this video showcases how creative...

Augmented reality is a technology that enhances our view of reality by overlaying digital information onto the real world. It has been used in military applications and is now being integrated into smartphones and other devices. With the...