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    November 20, 1980 - English Channel

    Steve Ptacek in Solar Challenger piloted its first solar-powered flight. The aircraft was designed and built by AeroVironment, Inc. (founded in 1971 by ultra-light airplane innovator, Dr. Paul MacCready). An earlier, 71-ft wingspan, solar-powered design, the Gossamer Penguin, after test flights, flew about 1.95 miles at a public demonstration on 7 Aug 1980. Solar Challenger built upon this experience to be a piloted, solar-powered aircraft strong enough to handle both long and high flights when encountering normal turbulence. With only a 46.5-ft wingspan, it had a huge horizontal stabilizer and had enough wing area for 16,128 solar cells. After design modifications, Ptacek flew across the English Channel flight on 7 July 1981.

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    November 20, 1866 - U.S.A.

    The first U.S. patent on a rotary crank bicycle was issued to Pierre Lallemont of Paris, France (No. 59,915). With pedals applied directly to the front wheel, this so called velocipede ("fast foot") was a major advance on the old hobby horse bicycle that had to be pushed with the feet. It soon came to be known as "the bone shaker" because being made of stiff materials, straight angles and steel wheels, it gave a stiff ride over the cobblestone roads of the day. Soon indoor riding academies, similar to roller rinks, could be found in large cities. He rode on it from Ansonia, Conn. to the green at New Haven, Conn.

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It's great to take kids outside to have some exercises rather than sitting in the couch for cartoons. A kid's electric scooter would make all kids excited.

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It's great to take kids outside to have some exercises rather than sitting in the couch for cartoons. A kid's electric scooter would make all kids excited.

Kid's electric scooters can be decorated to different looks with the striking bells and whistles to meet kids' desires. No matter what kind of scooters you are going to buy as a gift for your kids, it must follow the federal laws and safety guidelines.

All kid's scooters have a maximum carry weight. When you pick one for your kids, estimate the high weight tolerance your kids need. Choose the most suitable weight allowance would be the first step of your picking.

Kid's scooters always have a short battery life. Occasionally they could run less than an hour. The using time of battery would depend on the battery versions and the terrain. Riding a kid's scooter, helmets are must-have equipments. The speed of them is about 10-15 miles per hour, keep the safety would be every parents' responsibility. The prices of scooters for kids are ranging from 100 dollars to thousands of dollars. You can pick it according your budget.

There are different types of kid's scooters: sit down scooters are more comfortable and easy for kids to drive. There are also some storage areas for children to put the things in. The frames always use hard plastic with bright colors. Stand up scooters have a base for kids standing. They are also colorful but without the plastic shell. To keep the kids safe, some basic accessories such as helmets and pads are necessary. They can protect kids from some unavoidable crashes.

Before driving the electric scooters, you should teach your kids how to ride safely. Open spaces are best places for riding. When they come to the pavement, you should check the handle curbs and bumps first. Browse some reviews before pick the most suitable type for your child. According to your kid's age, you can select the best model for them. Read carefully of the age recommendations before ordering a gift for them. Choosing some scooters with adjustable seat would be best for your kids that they can ride in a much longer time.

Browse the catalogs and pictures with your kids together. Pick a favorite model of them would be a great gift that they can enjoy it for longer time. Children always lose their interests in some toys. So choosing as they like, would be a great way for them to ride the scooters for longer time.


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