Don’t Cliff Jump Like a Dummy—Use Physics
You can measure the height of a drop with just a rock, a phone, and the gravitational force.
How Bright are LED Flashlights? And What the Heck is a Lumen?
Some lights claim they max out at 900 lumens, but you can use a light sensor to make sure for yourself.
How Ice Skaters Turn Physics Into Astonishing Spins
Conservation of angular momentum is the name of the game.
The Physics of SpaceX’s Wicked Double Booster Landing
What can we learn from the video of the simultaneous landings?
Something’s Off About This Slow-Motion Bullet Video
It's time to do some physics-based forensics.
The Shrinking Building in *Ant-Man and the Wasp* Would Cause Massive Problems
Does Ant-Man’s shrink ray let objects keep their mass as they get tiny?
Can an Airplane Take Off on a Moving Runway?
Where do you get a giant plane-sized treadmill that goes 100 mph? Good question. I'm going to answer a different one.
Yes, There *Is* Gravity in Space
Movies and TV shows often assume that no air = no gravity. Here's the way it actually works.
How Much Kinetic Energy Could Black Panther Collect From Bullets?
Enough to charge two iPhones—or flip a car.
The Physics of Why Bigger Drones Can Fly Longer
Bigger isn't always better—but when it comes to drones, it kind of is.