balsa

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The plane they built in a hangar in the desert was propeller-driven and resembled a child’s balsa wood glider, but with wings longer than those of a Boeing 727.

From New York Times • May 8, 2024

The roomy interior was cooled by dry ice, with a single headlamp and a crush zone of balsa wood installed in front.

From Slate • Aug. 2, 2022

He laid out the physics hurdles of such an epic voyage and even crafted a prototype spacecraft from poster board, balsa wood, and Elmer’s glue.

From Science Magazine • Jul. 27, 2022

It often involves getting rid of oils, chemicals and plastics, before you even get to the hull - layers of polyester resin that can be mixed with balsa wood and foam.

From BBC • Jul. 2, 2022

“You know, balsa wood would be perfect for the seesaws—it’s really easy to cut. I think my dad might even have some.”

From "When You Reach Me" by Rebecca Stead