So far, Metreveli has built a small-scale model of the Eagle to test his idea. In the wake of4 September 11, he has been able to secure enough funding to start building a larger, 4-meter by 4- meter5 prototype, which he calls the Eaglet.
词汇:
aftermath / ’ɑ:ftəmæθ, -mɑ: θ / n.结果,后果
hover / ’hɒvə(r) / v.盘旋
hatch / hætʃ / v.策划
propeller / prə’pel ə(r) / n.螺旋桨;推进器
sling / slɪŋ / v.用悬带吊挂(slung, slung)
dangle / ’dæŋgl / v.摇摆
prototype / ’prəʊtətaɪp / n.原型
注释:
1.One idea is a platform capable of flying vertically and hovering in the air like a helicopter:形容词短语capable of flying vertically and hovering ...用作定语,修饰platform。
2.since = since ten years ago
3.escape basket:救生篮
4.in the wake of:在……后
5.4-meter by 4-meter:4米×4米
练习:
1.A rescue platform called the Eagle is capable of moving vertically but not sideways.
A Right B Wrong C Not mentioned
2.The four propellers are fitted horizontally to the Eagle.
A Right B Wrong C Not mentioned
3.With the help of jet engines, the Eagle can fly at a speed of 100 miles an hour.