Decades before “Deflategate,” an NFL controversy arose after claims that a punter was using helium-filled balls to get more hang time. But- would that work?
Helium-powered USS Macon wreckage mapped after 80 years
Thanks to a legendary explorer and the Internet, the helium-powered USS Macon that crashed into the sea in 1935 can be explored by us all. (Footage below)
NASA finds neon, helium in moon’s atmosphere
It’s been suspected over 40 years, but thanks to NASA’s LADEE mission, we finally have confirmation of neon and helium in the moon’s atmosphere.
Helium clouds: Fake clouds becoming a huge hit
Using nothing but helium and foam, helium clouds are becoming a popular promotional tool and a lucrative tourist attraction.
Has helium been hiding in our groundwater all along?
Like any other market, the helium market fluctuates depending on supply, but new research suggests we may have more helium than we realized.
Alligator inhaled helium for science
Hear the one where the alligator inhaled helium to get squeakier? Scientists tested this to see if reptiles talk like we do. The results are surprising.
Balloonfest ’86: the story of the world’s largest helium balloon release
A fundraising event in Cleveland, Ohio aimed to break the world record for the most latex helium balloons ever launched, but it quickly became a majestic mess.
Helium balloon: What happens when you let go
We’ve all let go of a latex helium balloon, whether intentionally or by accident, but what happens once that helium balloon soars out of our vision?
The first beer “in space” is…
Last week we discussed the possibility of brewing beer with helium, but today we’re talking about using helium to (quite literally) take beer to new heights.
The importance of helium for welding
To most, helium is synonymous with balloons. One of its biggest uses though is actually to prevent things from blowing up, and that is one of the reasons why we use helium for welding.