A manhole cover may have been the first object launched into space

Manhole covers are round for a mix of safety, engineering, and practical reasons. A circular cover can't fall through its opening, regardless of rotation, making it safer for workers and pedestrians. The shape also matches the circular shafts below, which handle pressure from surrounding soil and traffic better than angular alternatives. — Read the rest

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