If you are a fan of the book Thinking Physics, you might like this episode of The Action Lab, in which the Action Man tests "the laws of physics to show what happens if you fire a bullet backwards and you are traveling at the same speed forward. Will the bullet just fall to the ground?"
What happens when you shoot a Nerf bullet backward while driving the bullet's speed
Watch the inventor of the maglev train demonstrate magnetics
It's comforting to know that Professor Eric Laithwaite (1921-1997) former Professor of Heavy Electrical Engineering at Imperial College London and inventor of the maglev trains felt the same way as Insane Clown Posse about magnets. His opening remark in this 1975 video is "Permanent magnets are difficult things to understand. In fact, if we're absolutely… READ THE REST
There's a weird acoustic phenomenon at the "Center of the Universe" in Oklahoma
I just learned about the "Center of the Universe" — a strange acoustic phenomenon in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Stand at the right spot, and your voice will echo wildly around the architecture, no matter how soft or loud you try to speak. But to listeners just outside that specific spot? Your voice completely disappears. The architect… READ THE REST
Anvil floating in tub of mercury
In this footage posted by Cody's Lab, there's a nice little breeze: perfect weather to float an anvil in liquid mercury. (Quicksilver is relatively safe to handle; it's mercury salts and compounds that will drive you mad) READ THE REST
Take 70% off this 8K drone and elevate your photos and videos to pro status
It seems like everyone and their brother is a photographer or videographer these days. After all, our smartphones have high-quality cameras that allow us to snap publish-worthy shots and videos in a matter of seconds. However, if you're looking to take a modest hobby and turn it into something truly professional, you should get your… READ THE REST
This digital nomad bundle outfits you to work and learn from anywhere
The work from home revolution has rapidly become the work from anywhere revolution. But not everything has caught up to this new style of work, including the technology that powers digital nomads. Rebel workers can find all the tools they need with the DUEX Lite laptop screen, a lifetime subscription to VPN Unlimited, and unlimited… READ THE REST
Get a good night's sleep and put an end to your snoring once and for all for $65
We all know someone who is a terrible snorer or, maybe, that person is us! Either way, everyone hates snoring. The bad news is, it can be tough to stop because we aren't aware of what may be causing the snoring in the first place. The good news is, the VVFLY Smart Snore Eye Mask… READ THE REST
