Every pilot is affected by spatial disorientation at some point in their flying careers, said Tom Zeidlik, an aerospace physiologist at UND.

The human body is not designed to fly and at times can conspire against the pilot. EMMA LEWIS investigates some of the ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Almost 27 years ago, the United States mourned the tragic death of John F. Kennedy Jr., who died with his wife, Carolyn Bessette ...

The types of glass that we encounter in everyday life, such as window glass or smartphone screens, are disordered solids. This means that they consist of particles locked in place, like those in ...

Welcome back to the Fluctus Channel, as we explore how military pilots train to withstand high g maneuvers, avoid GLOC, master spatial disorientation, and remain effective in the most demanding air ...

A few years ago, I climbed over a gate and found myself gazing down at a valley. After I’d been walking for a few minutes, looking at the fields and the sky, there was a shift in my perception.

Ever wondered why some people have no sense of direction? Why they start walking the wrong way, even when they’re looking at Google Maps on their phone? There is a growing body of scientific research ...