PBS
Putting Energy to Use
From burning wood for heat to riding a bicycle, converting one form of energy into another is an everyday process! Using a video clip, learners discover the sources of the thermal, mechanical, and electrical energies that make our lives...
Curated OER
How a Jet Engine Works
Through animation, see how a jet engine works. By forcing air out at a higher speed, an object such as an airplane is thrust forward. See the advantages and disadvantages of this design. Your physics class will gain appreciation for the...
Science Friday Initiative
Science Friday: Wind Power Plentiful, Study Says
A paper finds wind energy could provide hundreds of terawatts, if enough turbines are installed.