Did you know that the spectrophotometers introduced by Coleman Electric in 1938 were designed with the help of Robert W. Wood, a distinguished professor of optical physics? These early models incorporated Wood’s replica diffraction gratings, showcasing advanced optical technology for their time.
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Delta Wing Phoenix Viper 175 — Bill Bennett, founder of Delta Wing Kites and Gliders, advanced hang glider safety and performance by modifying original Rogallo wing designs, which were initially developed by NASA for boat-towed kites. National Air and Space Museum
Rent benchmark — Madera, CA MSA — HUD's 2025 Fair Market Rent for a two-bedroom in Madera, CA MSA, California is $1,433 a month, compared with $1,106 for a one-bedroom and $2,008 for a three-bedroom. Fair Market Rents set the payment standard for housing choice vouchers. (Source: HUD Fair Market Rents). HUD User
North Dakota motor vehicle theft rate — In North Dakota, the reported motor vehicle theft rate was about 187 offenses per 100,000 residents in 2024. The national rate that year was about 258 per 100,000. (Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer). FBI · Crime Data Explorer
Sebastian County, Arkansas by the numbers — Did you know? The U.S. Census Bureau's 2022 ACS 5-year estimates show Sebastian County, Arkansas has a population of about 128,184, a median age of 38.0, a median household income of $54,047, a median home value of $154,900. U.S. Census Bureau
Chicot County, Arkansas by the numbers — Did you know? The U.S. Census Bureau's 2022 ACS 5-year estimates show Chicot County, Arkansas has a population of about 10,234, a median age of 43.2, a median household income of $36,593, a median home value of $88,100. U.S. Census Bureau
