I went to the Chiba Museum of Science and Industry. My purpose was to learn about the industries of Chiba, especially, electricity, oil, and steel. The explanations on the panels and in the videos were highly informative and easy to understand. Besides, there were miniature models of a power plant, an oil refinery, and ironworks, which further helped me understand the history of how electricity and materials have been produced.

The exhibits on the second floor are about the history of industry. I enjoyed learning about oil and steel. The exhibits on the first floor are divided into two areas. The first one is to introduce the latest technology. I was especially interested in electronics and new materials. The second area is called the experimental plaza. It provides hands-on exhibits to teach scientific principles visually. It was especially fun to see how a water vortex was created in a huge transparent cylinder.

My visit was an absolutely fulfilling experience satisfying my curiosity. I came home with excitement about my new knowledge.

I enjoyed the brewery tour very much. If I had been able to drink alcohol, I would have enjoyed it even more!

At the museum “Flight of Dreams,” I explored in, under, and around the airplane, looking at the 787 Dreamliner Explorer app, downloaded on my smartphone.

The wings are made of CFRP. They are durable and flexible.

Landing and taxi lights at the wing root

Raked wingtip

Slats, flaps, and flap support fairings

Fuel tank

Flaps and flaperon

Fuel dump outlet and ailerons

Krueger flaps

I took a close look at the fuselage, and paid attention to the protruding parts.

Cabin air compressor inlet

Pressure relief vents and static ports

Ice detectors

AOA sensor, TAT sensor, and pitot tube

I fully enjoyed my exploration. The app was very informative and helpful. After getting home, I created a notebook dedicated to Boeing 787. I wrote down what I had learned in the museum, and transcribed the contents of the app. I will continue to study about airplanes with this notebook.

At the museum “Flight of Dreams,” I enjoyed different exhibits. In particular, I liked the museum’s app “787 Dreamliner Explorer.” I used it to guide me to locate different parts of the airplane. I found all the 63 parts listed on the app, and won a prize. Now I can tell the positions and functions of each part. I took many pictures of the airplane from different angles. 

Engine fan blades with a spinner cone

Jet engine nacelle

Exhaust nozzle

Wheels and tires

Landing gear retraction system

Strut door

Nosewheel steering actuator, landing lights and taxi lights

Vertical stabilizer and rudder

Horizontal stabilizer and elevator