No Such Thing As A Fish No Such Thing As Batman and Robinette
Feb 26, 2021
They hunt for micrometeorites and explain how cosmic dust is collected and faked. They dive into the strange world of pole-rescue dummies and the history and quirks of telegraph and utility poles. They tell why a cow once fetched a record price and how livestock markets shaped breeding fads. They trace Batman-related oddities from senatorial cameos to wartime 'batmen' and historical Batwoman trivia.
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Collect Fresh Space Dust After Meteor Showers
- If you want freshly fallen micrometeorites, clean surfaces just before a predicted meteor shower to capture new debris from that shower.
- Use a magnet and check gutters or roof runoff where recent dust accumulates for easier collection.
Tiny Particles, Huge Planetary Impact
- Micrometeorites likely contributed water and essential metals to Earth's oceans and ecosystems over billions of years.
- Researchers track global dust input estimates from a few to hundreds of tons per day, highlighting its planetary significance.
Pole Rescue Drills With Rescue Randy
- Power line workers annually climb 15m poles and practice rescuing a 12-stone dummy to prepare for real emergencies.
- Training uses specialized mannequins like Rescue Randy and Trauma Randy, some costing up to £19,000 with simulated bleeding.