Science Buddies
LED Circuit Design: LEDs in Series
Learn to design LED circuits for maximum efficiency, including choosing a battery and resistors, in this electrical engineering project.
Flipping Physics
Charge and Current vs. Time in an RC Circuit
Explore the dynamics of RC circuits in this informative lesson. Unveil the charge and current as functions of time within an RC circuit. We dive into the Kirchhoff’s Loop Rule and differential equations to derive key insights. Witness...
Flipping Physics
RC Circuit Basics
Good morning! In this episode of Flipping Physics, we explore the dynamic world of RC circuits—combining resistors and capacitors in electric circuits. Discover how electric potential differences, current, and charge on capacitor plates...
Flipping Physics
Ammeter and Voltmeter - Where Do They Go?
Good morning! Join us on Flipping Physics as we delve into the critical aspects of measuring current and electric potential difference using ammeters and voltmeters. Discover the correct placement of ammeters and why they belong in...
ATHS Engineering
POE Circuit Sample Problems
Today, we will walk through four sample problems: one basic Ohm's Law problem, one series circuit, one parallel circuit, and a complex series circuit. This video is intended for use in engineering classes at Arsenal Technical HS.
Curated Video
Top 5 Ways to Remove a Risk Entirely
There are six (arguably seven) strategies for managing risk. But the one that is least understood is the most powerful of all… if you can make it work: removing a risk entirely. So, let's survey one of the most important risk management...
Curated Video
Top 10 Ways to Inspire Your Stakeholders and Team
Whether you are leading a project team, engaging your stakeholders, or building your reputation, finding ways to inspire the people around you will raise your profile and boost your charisma. Here are my top 10 ways to inspire your...
Curated Video
Why Resistance is a Good Thing
Nobody likes resistance, right? Well, despite this, it's actually a good thing. Let me explain... There’s a simple model of resistance to change that you may be familiar with. It’s based on the work of Elizabeth Kübler Ross and Virginia...
Curated Video
I Don't Like You - Trust and how to Deal with the Toughest Form of Resistance
One thing Project Managers most fear is resistance from one or more of your stakeholders. And one form of resistance is particularly hard to deal with. They may not say it outright. But the resistance amounts to something plain and...
Astrum
What's Preventing Us From Colonising the Solar System?
Evolution is slow. What if we get the power to take matters into our own hands?
Flipping Physics
Time Constant - LR Circuit
Today we explore the intriguing concept of time constants in LR circuits. Building on our previous derivations, we unravel the significance of the time constant, expertly explained by Bobby. The time constant, represented as the ratio of...
Flipping Physics
LR Circuit Equation Derivations
Today, we're diving deep into LR circuits, deriving equations for current and its time rate of change. Closing the switch at t equals zero, we employ Kirchhoff’s Loop Rule, employing u-substitution for a smoother journey. Through...
Science ABC
What Are Extension Boards And How Do They Power Multiple Devices At Once?
An extension board or power strip comprises multiple sockets connected independently to a flexible power cable and encased in a shockproof plastic shell. It draws power from the wall sockets and distributes it amongst devices connected...
Science ABC
How Can Animals Drink Water From Dirty Ponds And Not Get Sick?
Forests are not usually teeming with water bodies. In other words, there are only a handful of lakes, ponds, or other small bodies of water that quench the thirst of a lot of animals that live in nearby wildlife areas. As animals...
Science ABC
Current Vs Voltage: How Much Current Can Kill You?
Voltage vs current, or sometimes it's current vs voltage; we are constantly trying to understand the differences between these two entities related to electricity. Then, there is sometimes one more entity: resistance. How do these three...
Science ABC
Bullets in Water: How Far Can a Bullet Travel in Water?
In a well-known TV show, a team of experts conducted an experiment to determine the effectiveness of water as a shield against bullets. They used different types of firearms, such as a 9mm pistol, shotgun, M1 Garand semi-automatic...
Science ABC
Why Do Airplanes Need To Fly So High?
Commercial airplanes typically fly between 32,000 feet and 38,000 feet, with the sweet spot being approximately 35,000 feet. One of the main reasons commercial airplanes fly so high is air resistance. You see, the higher you go above the...
Curated Video
Volt (V)
The SI unit of electric potential or electromotive force. A Twig Science Glossary Film. Key scientific terms defined in just 60 seconds using stunning images and concise textual definitions. Twig Science Glossary Films reinforce abstract...
Curated Video
Viscosity
The measure of a liquid's resistance to flow. A Twig Science Glossary Film. Key scientific terms defined in just 60 seconds using stunning images and concise textual definitions. Twig Science Glossary Films reinforce abstract concepts...
Curated Video
Centripetal Force: How Central Forces Cause Objects to Spin or Turn
What are central forces and how do they make objects spin or turn? Physics - Forces - Learning Points. A centripetal force makes an object follow a circular path. The moment of inertia is the resistance of an object when the speed of...
Curated Video
Streamlined: Dolphins vs People
Discover the differences in evolutionary adaptation between dolphins and humans, which allow these marine mammals to move through water far more easily and efficiently than us. Physics - Forces - Learning Points. Dolphins can swim faster...
Curated Video
Electrical Safety
Whether it's a faulty appliance or a bolt of lightning, an electric shock can be fatal. How can we avoid electric shocks? Physics - Electricity And Circuits - Learning Points. If humans become part of an electric circuit they will...
Curated Video
Aerodynamics in Cycling
The cutting edge bike and clothing designs that make cyclists more aerodynamic and can make the difference between winning and losing. Physics - Forces - Learning Points. A professional cyclist's main aim is to reduce air resistance. New...
Curated Video
Resistance
What is resistance? Discover how it impedes electrical flow, and why understanding it can help us to build more effective circuits, and stay safe. Physics - Electricity And Circuits - Learning Points. Resistance is how well or poorly an...