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  1. 09-03-2020 08:49 #1

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    Here's a Smithsonian article about Physicist Joan Curran who developed technology to conceal aircraft from radar in World War II:

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  2. 09-03-2020 10:08 #2

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    Thanks for sharing that!
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    Interesting article.
    Reminds me of Hidden Figures.
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    Thank you for sharing that article, Bill.
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    What a great read - thank you.
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    Nice spot, Bill.
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    Very interesting. Thanks for sharing!
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