You have probably already heard about one of the latest releases on Apple TV+, or at best, you have already watched the entire season of the fiction series \»Silo\».
This science fiction drama, released in early May, has captured the audience's attention with a setting in a toxic and ruined future, where thousands of people live in a gigantic underground silo.
The series has been praised for its world-building, complex characters, and suspenseful plot. It has also sparked debate about the role of silos in our society.
Silos in fiction
Silos have been used in science fiction for many years. Often to represent isolation, claustrophobia, and the dangers of technology. In the Apple TV+ series Silo, the silo represents a form of human survival in a post-apocalyptic world. It is also a way to control the population and maintain order.
It is made of concrete and steel, and is designed to withstand a nuclear attack. It is also divided into 144 levels, each about 30 meters high, and the levels are connected by a series of elevators and stairs.
Silos in real life
The silos are also used in real life, and although I regret to tell you that they are not usually as large or complex as in the series \»Silo\», some of them have also been converted into homes, due to how economical and safe they can be.
Beyond that factor, silos are originally used to store various materials or food, such as grain, coal, and cement, and they help protect the grain from pests and moisture. They are usually made of concrete or steel and can be vertical or horizontal, depending on the needs of each company.
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