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Posted on January 24, 2017

Let’s Geek Out on the Physics of Leyden Jars

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.
Posted on December 7, 2016

How to Make UV Light Out of Your Phone’s LED Flash

How to Make UV Light Out of Your Phone’s LED Flash
In a recent episode of MacGyver, an improvised ultraviolet light was created from an LED. How would this work and what is a blacklight? The post How to Make UV Light Out of Your Phone's LED Flash appeared first on WIRED.
Posted on October 16, 2016

MacGyver’s Body-Bag Freefall Might Actually Work. Physics Says So

MacGyver’s Body-Bag Freefall Might Actually Work. Physics Says So
In this scene from MacGyver, he needs to escape from a building by jumping out of a window. Could this really work? Here's the physics. The post MacGyver's Body-Bag Freefall Might Actually Work. Physics Says So appeared first on WIRED.
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