by msander | Sep 18, 2017 | Gr 7-8 Science & Tech, Gr 9-10 Science, Gr. 11-12 Chemistry, Gr. 11-12 Physics
Air pockets surrounding metal balls cut drag up to 90%. Learn more: Read the paper (free):...
by msander | May 25, 2017 | Gr 7-8 Science & Tech, Gr 9-10 Science, Gr. 11-12 Physics
How do you measure big forces accurately? By calibrating your force transducer on the world’s biggest weight – 1,000,000 pounds of force. This machine ensures planes don’t break apart, jets provide required thrust, and rockets make it to their...
by msander | May 8, 2017 | Gr 4-6 Science & Tech, Gr. 11-12 Physics
The zero-g plane allows for a lot of experiments to be conducted without the expense of getting equipment into orbit. Apparently 80% of microgravity research can be performed in a zero-gravity plane, which is much cheaper than going to space. The flame from the...
by msander | Feb 23, 2017 | Gr 4-6 Science & Tech, Gr 9-10 Science, Gr. 11-12 Chemistry, Gr. 11-12 Physics
For a long time we thought the Moon was completely dry, but it turns out there are actually three sources of lunar water. Thanks to Google Making and Science for supporting the new channel! http://youtube.com/makingscience Thanks to Patreon supporters: Nathan Hansen,...
by msander | Jun 29, 2015 | Gr. 11-12 Physics
Roller Coaster Science: Thrills, Chills, and Physics 06/19/15See Comments Features SHARE THIS: The first roller coaster at Coney Island, which opened in June 1884, would barely rate in the kiddie section of a modern-day amusement park. The “Switchback Railway”...
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