In Hindu mythology, Shankha is also used synonymously with wisdom and spirituality and is referred to as the preserver of Lord Vishnu. Shankha is not just a ritualistic item; it is frequently ...

Engineers have uncovered the secret to the exceptional toughness of conch shells, and say the same principles can be used for body armor and helmets. The shells of marine organisms take a beating from ...

CAMBRIDGE, Mass. -- The shells of marine organisms take a beating from impacts due to storms and tides, rocky shores, and sharp-toothed predators. But as recent research has demonstrated, one type of ...

Mouth-blown and hand-shaped glass conch shells by Raymond Rains, a Fort Worth glass artist, would dress up a table indoors or out. Mouth-blown glass conch shells by Raymond Rains are each unique. The ...