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This film documents an attempt to drop an egg from space, aiming to set a record for the highest egg drop. The creator describes the process of building a contraption to protect a raw egg during its fall, starting with a plan to drop it from the world's tallest building. However, to future-proof the record, the creator decides to launch the egg from outer space using a rocket attached to a weather balloon. The journey includes calculations of terminal velocity and tests to ensure the egg remains intact upon landing.
The film also shares the challenges faced during the project, including physical, financial, and mental strains. It shows the engineering process, from calculating the egg's terminal velocity of 75 miles per hour to testing the egg's safety on a mattress. The creator's journey is set against the backdrop of a small farming town in Gridley, California, where they prepare for the final drop, emphasizing the importance of problem-solving and endurance in engineering.
Why Watch
- •Follow the journey of launching an egg from outer space and the engineering challenges involved.
- •See how an egg is protected during a free fall from 300 feet above the ground.
- •Find out what happens when an egg is dropped from the edge of space.
Did You Know
•The egg's terminal velocity is calculated to be 75 miles per hour.
•The creator spent three years planning the egg drop from space.
•The egg drop project was the most physically, financially, and mentally draining video the creator attempted.
Perfect For
Space enthusiastsEngineering fansScience experiment lovers