Why Did Some WW1 Planes Have Three Wings?
You may have noticed that some WWI fighter planes had three wings, but why was this? Did the extra wings help make the aircraft any better at fighting?
Read MoreWith Us Since
2022
Samyak Goswami
SlashGear Editorial Policies
SlashGear's content hails from a group of experienced technology and automotive editors and a wide-ranging team of writers, engineers, enthusiasts, and experts across consumer tech and transportation. Our goal is to provide up-to-the-minute breaking news coverage as well as original and engaging opinion and editorial content that serves as the ultimate resource for those who want to stay up to date on the latest and greatest the industry has to offer.
Our editors, advisors, and fact-checkers conduct regular reviews to ensure the accuracy, timeliness, and completeness of our articles. Complete information on our editorial process available here.
Stories By Samyak Goswami
-
-
Why Do Headphone Jacks Have Multiple Black Rings, And What Do They Mean?
Ever noticed the black rings on a headphone jack? Learn what they mean, how they affect audio, and why some jacks have more than others.
Read More -
How Is Perplexity AI Different From OpenAI's ChatGPT?
Curious how Perplexity AI compares to ChatGPT? Learn the key differences in how each tool works, their features, and what sets them apart.
Read More -
One Of Arizona's Worst Plane Wrecks Can Still Be Visited By The Most Committed Hikers
In 1944, a U.S. Army Corps B-24 bomber crashed near the top of Humphreys Peak in Arizona. Here's what we know about the crash and how to get to the site.
Read More -
Scientists Just Created Supersolid Light - Here's How They Did It
Scientists are pushing the bounds further each and every day. Now, an Italian team created supersolid light, which could have huge implications for future tech.
Read More -
What Is The String On The Front Of A Helicopter For?
While helicopters and other aircraft have complicated sensors, sometimes lo-fi works best, like a string taped to a chopper's windshield. How does it work?
Read More -
Do Passenger Planes Have Speed Limits In The Sky?
There are thousands of airplanes in the sky at any given moment. Are there speed limits for passenger planes, or can pilots go as fast as they want?
Read More -
How Long Does It Take A Yacht To Cross The Atlantic Ocean?
There are many options to choose from for ttransatlantic travel, from fast and cheap flights to a variety of seafaring options that have different timetables.
Read More -
How Many Times Has SpaceX Landed The Falcon 9? (And How Often Does It Fail?)
The Falcon 9 has played a pivotal role in SpaceX's exploration into space. While it has seen many successful landings, it also had some failures.
Read More -
How Common Are Plane Crashes (On Average) In 2025?
A few fatal plane crashes have made big news in early 2025, but has flying really become more dangerous? Here are the numbers that tell the whole story.
Read More -
Here's The Speed That A Vehicle's Air Bags Will Typically Deploy At
Curious when airbags deploy in a crash? Learn the typical speed range for airbag activation and what factors influence it.
Read More -
How Many Fans Does Your PC Actually Need?
A good gaming PC needs proper cooling to keep temperatures low and framerates high. Most PCs nowadays include a lot of fans, but how many are actually needed?
Read More -
What Happens To Shipping Containers That Fall Overboard?
While most of the shipping in the world happens via sea, what happens when the massive containers fall overboard? Where do they eventually end up?
Read More -
The Worst Military Equipment Of World War II
World War II saw some truly amazing innovations and some truly amazing feats of engineering. What about the equipment that didn't fare so well?
Read More -
Rags To Riches: This Popular Cruise Ship Was Once A Fading Ocean Liner
When air travel became the primary way for people to cross the ocean, one ocean liner got a rehabilitation that would change the cruise industry.
Read More -
Why Don't Most Modern Ships Have Sails Anymore? (And Which Ones Do)
Sailing ships once dominated the seas, and were behind much of the early exploration of the planet. Why don't large modern ships have sails anymore?
Read More -
How Old Is The Boeing 737 Jet And How Many Generations Does It Have Already?
Boeing's 737 Jet has helped to define commercial airline travel for decades. The venerable aircraft has undergone numerous changes and endured tragic mishaps.
Read More -
Why Some US Airlines Prefer To Fly Older, Used Planes To New Models
You might have realized that some US-based airlines opt to fly older and used planes. Why would this be preferred over using newer aircraft?
Read More -
Why Today's Cruise Ships Are Slower Than Classic Ocean Liners
Modern cruise ships have restaurants, pools, and fancy rooms, but they're actually slower than ocean liners of yesteryear. This is intentional, and here's why.
Read More -
Why Are There Two American Flag Emojis?
If you're looking to jazz up your latest text with an American flag emoji, you're likely to face a dilemma: two apparently identical choices. What's the reason?
Read More -
Why Are Private Jet Airports Called FBOs?
Private jet airports have lots of amenities, as well as an acronym, FBO, that doesn't have an obvious explanation. Here's where the term "FBO" came from.
Read More -
Why You'll Never See A Jet Engine On A Ship
Cargo and cruise ships take weeks to cross the Atlantic, while jet airliners make the same trip in a few short hours. Why don't ships use jet engines?
Read More -
If Your Tires Are Turning Brown, This Is Probably Why
Brown-stained tires can make even a new vehicle look worn-out and neglected, and the staining is due to a compound that protects them from ozone.
Read More -
How Fast Can Speed Boats Go? (And What Is The Current Record?)
Speed boats are fast, exhilarating, and undeniably fun, but how fast can a speed boat go? The story of the boat speed record is also fascinating.
Read More -
Why Your Cruise Ship Probably Doesn't Have Enough Lifeboats?
Cruise ships are safer and bigger than ever, so you'd think that they're able to carry more lifeboats. Actually, it's a little more complicated.
Read More -
The Reason Why Most Airlines Don't Fly Over Russia
For the last few years, many of the world's airlines have been taking longer and costlier routes around Russian airspace. Why don't planes fly over Russia?
Read More -
Why Do The Cockpit Windows Open On Some Aircraft?
You might be surprised to see large passenger airliners with cockpit windows that open. Here's why some cockpit windows open, and how it's done safely.
Read More
