• In geometry, a mylar balloon is a surface of revolution. While a sphere is the surface that encloses a maximal volume for a given surface area, the mylar...
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    different way, with the corner of one at the midpoint of the other Mylar balloon (geometry) Robin 2004. Robin, Anthony C (2004). "Paper Bag Problem". Mathematics...
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    a bright mylar marker placed at the 425 foot (130 m) level. As the line was caught between the forks on the nose of the aircraft, the balloon was released...
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    can function as colorful animated skins for consumer products such as mylar balloons and greeting cards. Guest host displays commonly comprise liquid crystals...
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    upward-facing radiating surfaces. While driving, radiators were covered with mylar blankets to minimize dust accumulation. When stopped, the astronauts would...
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