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January 24, 2017

Let’s Geek Out on the Physics of Leyden Jars

In a recent episode of 'MacGyver,' our hero uses a Leyden jar to store energy. What is a Leyden jar and how much energy could it store? The post Let's Geek Out on the Physics of Leyden Jars appeared first on WIRED.

January 20, 2017

Physics Explains How (But Not Why) Humans Can Throw Washing Machines

In this competition, humans are throwing washing machines. What is the force and power required to accomplish such a feat? The post Physics Explains How (But Not Why) Humans Can Throw Washing Machines appeared first on WIRED.

January 17, 2017

Did LeBron James Flop? Here’s What Physics Says

In a recent game, it appears that Draymond hit LeBron. But did LeBron flop? Here is a physics analysis. The post Did LeBron James Flop? Here's What Physics Says appeared first on WIRED.

January 13, 2017

Don’t You Dare Try to Teach Science Without Building Models

I think you can describe the scientific process to be all about building models. Here's how you can include model building in class. The post Don’t You Dare Try to Teach Science Without Building Models appeared first on WIRED.

January 10, 2017

Let’s Learn Some Physics Playing With Compound Pulleys

Humans use compound pulleys all the time. The are based on the work-energy principle. Here is a physics based explanation of this type of simple machine. The post Let’s Learn Some Physics Playing With Compound Pulleys appeared first on WIRED.

January 6, 2017

Let’s Tackle a Classic, Wicked Physics Problem. It’ll Be Fun—Promise

Here is a numerical calculation to determine the path between two points that gives the quickest time - the Brachistochrone problem. The post Let's Tackle a Classic, Wicked Physics Problem. It'll Be Fun—Promise appeared first on WIRED.

January 3, 2017

How Long Would It Take to Scale a Mountain in a Human-Powered Chairlift?

How much power per person does a traditional chairlift need? What are some other options if we wanted to do something cool? The post How Long Would It Take to Scale a Mountain in a Human-Powered Chairlift? appeared first on WIRED.

December 24, 2016

WIRED’s Guide to Turning Your Kids Into Masterful Makers

Everyone should have some practice creating things rather than just consuming things. Here are some ideas to get you started with making. The post WIRED’s Guide to Turning Your Kids Into Masterful Makers appeared first on WIRED.

December 21, 2016

Let’s-a-Go: The Physics of Jumping in Super Mario Run

When Mario jumps in Super Mario Run, is it realistic or not? What is the acceleration of Mario? How big is he? The post Let's-a-Go: The Physics of Jumping in Super Mario Run appeared first on WIRED.

December 21, 2016

Here’s How Much That Lego Brick You Stepped on Is Worth

Here is a sign that shows a quarter pound of Lego for $8.99. What does this say about the distribution of Lego blocks? Density included. The post Here’s How Much That Lego Brick You Stepped on Is Worth appeared first on WIRED.