The Physics of Nearly Killing Yourself on a Motorcycle
The Physics of Nearly Killing Yourself on a Motorcycle
This video shows a motorcycle traveling at a high speed narrowly avoiding a collision. Let's use video analysis to estimate the acceleration and coefficient of friction.
The Physics of Bullets Vs. Wonder Woman’s Bracelets
The Physics of Bullets Vs. Wonder Woman’s Bracelets
Wonder Woman can deflect bullets with her Bracelets of Submission. But what kind of recoil would she have? And how much power does it require?
What An Old Moon Globe Says About the Nature of Science
What An Old Moon Globe Says About the Nature of Science
I found a moon globe made in 1960. The back side is blank, because that's how science works.
The Physics of Ramming an Imperial Star Destroyer, Explained
Rogue One: The Physics of Ramming an Imperial Star Destroyer, Explained
This epic scene from Rogue One provides an awesome opportunity to do some physics.
A Physicist Breaks Down One of Roger Moore’s Iconic Bond Stunts
Roger Moore Pulls Off an Iconic Bond Stunt: A Physics Analysis
Our resident expert examines Bond's wild skydive in 'Moonraker.'