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Originally Published 2 months ago — by bgr.com
The article compares SpaceX's Raptor and Blue Origin's BE-4 rocket engines, highlighting differences in thrust, fuel, efficiency, and real-world application, with Raptor being more advanced in chamber pressure and specific impulse, while BE-4 is more commercially available and has seen successful actual launches.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Livescience.com
Eleonora's falcons, found in the Mediterranean and off the northwest coast of Africa, exhibit a unique predatory behavior of imprisoning live birds by pulling out their feathers and stuffing them into rocky crevices. This behavior is believed to be exclusive to a specific population on the Mogador archipelago. While some scientists are skeptical, others believe this technique allows the falcons to keep their prey fresh until needed. This behavior is observed during the nesting period between July and October, when the falcons prey on tired migrating birds to prepare for their own migration to Madagascar.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Yahoo Life
The Eleonora's falcon, found in the Mediterranean and off the northwest coast of Africa, has a unique hunting technique of imprisoning live birds by stripping their flight feathers and stuffing them into rock fissures or holes, keeping them fresh until needed. This behavior is specific to a population on the Mogador archipelago, and while some are skeptical, scientists believe it helps the falcons and their young prepare for migration to Madagascar.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The Autopian
The Ford F-150 offers three different rear suspensions to cater to various needs, with the base model featuring a traditional leaf spring design, the Raptor boasting a five-link coil spring setup for off-road performance, and the F-150 Lightning utilizing an independent suspension to accommodate its electric powertrain. Each suspension is tailored to specific demands, showcasing Ford's ability to provide diverse options within its popular truck lineup.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by CNBC
Ford has unveiled its redesigned Ranger midsize pickup truck for the US market, including a new Raptor performance model. The addition of the Raptor is part of Ford's plan to increase high-profit variants to boost its bottom line. The Ranger Raptor, which is powered by a 3.0-liter EcoBoost V6 engine, adds to Ford's Raptor lineup that currently includes the F-150 full-size pickup and Bronco SUV. The 2024 Ranger will come standard with a 2.3-liter turbocharged engine with 270 horsepower and 310 foot-pounds of torque. A 2.7-liter V6 twin-turbo engine that's currently offered in the F-150 and Bronco SUV also will be available.