I can lose myself in BeamNG videos for minutes. (previously, previously)
What happens to various types of automobile if you try to drive them over a frighteningly deep pit in a soft-body physics simulator
Dukes of Hazzard it ain't. (BeamNG screenshot)
Creating a Multi-Stage Ionic Thruster
Inspired by a MIT's 2018 ionic thrust airplane, Jay of the Plasma Channel wanted to see if he could create a next-generation design for an ionic thruster. Ionic thrust, aka electrohydrodynamic thrust, is the result of ionic wind, which is basically airflow forming around a DC electric field. The MIT design was based on the… READ THE REST
Wooden velcro attempted, with limited success
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. READ THE REST
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 utility knife makes a great addition to your EDC — and it's over 40% off
A sharp, reliable knife is one of those tools most folks don't think about carrying around, but there are countless everyday situations where a blade might be useful. You can use it to slice through hard-to-open packages, start fires, clear brush while hiking, cut food during camping trips, and much more. Still, a utility knife can be… READ THE REST
Refurbished savings: Tough stains don't stand a chance against this Shark steam mop
Is there any feeling as satisfying as the one you get after demolishing a tough stain? A clean house is a happy house, but anyone who's only wielded a vacuum cleaner or a broom knows it's surprisingly hard to maintain that aura of cleanliness for more than a moment. All those cleaning supplements can add up; the last element you're… READ THE REST
Sleep more soundly than ever on ethically-made luxury bedding, available for $189
Everybody likes to add a touch of luxury to their lives, right? The good news is it doesn't have to be expensive to do that. Adding a little luxury to your day can be as easy and affordable as getting amazing bedding for a great price. The Cariloha Classic Bamboo Bed Sheet Set offers the same experience as most high-end bedding… READ THE REST
