It's Fun to Know: The World's Longest Paper Airplane Flight

 

The International Space Station is a haven for serious research. At least it was until scientists from the University of Tokyo announced plans to launch a three-inch origami-crafted paper airplane from the station and let it glide to earth.

They say the aerodynamic design and heat-resistant covering of the paper glider will allow it to survive the extremely high temperatures and 5,000-mile-per-hour winds it will encounter on its journey. Testing began in early January [in 2008], but no launch date has been set.

(Source: Asahi)
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