In this footage, Kurahito attempts to recreate velcro using blocks of wood. It's fascinating, relaxing yet ultimately frustrating as he finds only limited success. I guess that the "peelings" cut in the wood work well as hooks but not so well as loops.
Wooden velcro attempted, with limited success
The Large Hadron Collider just discovered three new sub-atomic particles
After a four year shut down and a series of upgrades, the Large Hadron Collider at CERN has been reactivated. And just one day into its third run, it's already helped researchers discover three new kinds of sub-atomic particles, or quarks. These tiny building blocks of reality are typically found in a few different varieties… READ THE REST
This physics professor is becoming a TikTok star for her cool demonstrations
Meet Dr. Tatiana Erukhimova, a professor of Physics at Texas A&M University who is also quickly becoming a TikTok star—her latest TikTok has 1.9 million views already! According to her Texas A&M University bio, she received a Ph.D. in Physics from the Russian Academy of Sciences in 1999, and joined the faculty at Texas A&M… READ THE REST
Scientists invent 3D-printable Oreometer to figure out why Oreo frosting only sticks to one side
Why do we twist Oreos apart — and why does the creme always only stick to one of the separated cookie wafers?! A team of mechanical engineering students at MIT decided to get to the bottom of this conundrum. MIT News: In an experiment that they would repeat for multiple cookies of various fillings and… READ THE REST
Here's your sign to learn beginner ASL
It may seem evident that acquiring non-verbal communication skills will benefit you and those you care about. So why aren't more of us learning American sign language (ASL)? Though it isn't taught as frequently as spoken languages, knowing ASL, even at a beginner level, could significantly impact your life. There are plenty of reasons to… READ THE REST
Spend an intimate night with Maroon 5 to close out the summer
Summer is beloved by most people as the greatest season. With just a single trip to the beach or even to a local park, it's easy to see why. The warm weather and time off from work and school make real life that much more bearable. That's why the summer stands alone as a time… READ THE REST
This power scrubber will unlock a whole new level of clean in your home
Life's expensive these days, which likely means you've picked up an extra side hustle or two. And while that's great for your bank account, it's not so great for your home since putting aside time to clean has dropped to the bottom of your to-do list. When it comes to cleaning your kitchen, bathroom, and wherever else, efficiency… READ THE REST
