Spandex and liquid-propellant rocket engine: what they have in common

1. Step 1. Spandex — is material for — Bra. Spandex.
2. Step 2. Bra — is made of — Silk. Mary Phelps Jacob’s bra was made of silk handkerchiefs.
3. Step 3. Silk — is material for — Hot air balloon. The Montgolfier balloon was fabric lined with paper.
4. Step 4. Hot air balloon — evolved into — Airship. A steerable balloon.
5. Step 5. Airship — uses — Hydrogen. Zeppelins were filled with hydrogen.
6. Step 6. Hydrogen — is used in — Liquid-propellant rocket engine. Hydrogen is an efficient fuel.

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