Please tell me why....???

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United States
March 12, 2007 10:44pm CST
You know that little indestructible black box that is used on planes, why can't they make the whole plane out of the same substance?
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urbandekay
@urbandekay (18278)
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13 Mar 07
Hi, well it's not just what it's made out of but the thickness and shape of it. A plane, since it must fly, is a compromise between weight and strength. In fact, almost without exception, all made made products involve a compromise between qualities all the best urban
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Willowlady
@Willowlady (10658)
• United States
13 Mar 07
It would make sense for planes and for cars. I bet it would be too heavy or something. Too costly or something. Not sure it would be pleasant to ride in a large black rectangle. Thanks for bringing this to where we can go hmmmm and think just a bit differently.
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