SciShow
The Surprisingly Useful Physics of Desk Toys
How do Newton's Cradles connect to cancer treatments? Let's unpack the physics of some of our favorite desk toys, from dippy birds to perpetual motion machines, and explore how these scientific principles can be used beyond an office desk.
PBS
Can A Starfox Barrel Roll Work In Space?
DO A BARREL ROLL! Or at least, try…? The iconic move from Star Fox seems so easy, just press a button and BOOM. The ship rolls. But HOW? Barrel rolls in atmosphere are easy to execute with the use of ailerons, but in space, it's a...
SciShow
We Found a Planet That Orbits Three Stars..Maybe?
New simulations of a triple-star system in the constellation Orion suggest that a planet might be orbiting three stars, which could drastically increase the amount of the solar systems we believe are out there forming planets! And the...
SciShow
Skateboarding Science: Master the Ollie!
If most people got on a skateboard, they would roll forward slowly for a few feet, then fall down and break their wrists. But there are a proud few who can do some pretty amazing tricks on a board, and they use physics to pull them off....
SciShow
Cyborg Eyes and Stumpy the Dumpy Tree Frog: SciShow Talk Show #11
SciShow graphics guy Louey Winkler discusses LED contact lenses and the implications of enhancing and assisting human beings with technology, and then attempts to stump Hank with a physics riddle. Jessi from Animal Wonders shares Stumpy...
TED-Ed
TED-Ed: The physics of the "hardest move" in ballet - Arleen Sugano
In the third act of "Swan Lake", the Black Swan pulls off a seemingly endless series of turns, bobbing up and down on one pointed foot and spinning around and around and around thirty-two times. How is this move - which is called a...
Bozeman Science
The Vector Properties of Angular Quantities
In this video Paul Andersen explains how a rotating system will have several quantities; including torque, angular velocity, angular acceleration and angular momentum. Each of these quantities have a vector property that can be...
Bozeman Science
Angular Momentum of a System
In this video Paul Andersen explains how the angular momentum of a system can be calculated by determining the angular momentum of all individual objects within the system. An inquiry activity using a gyroscope is also included.
Bozeman Science
Angular Momentum
In this video Paul Andersen explains rotating object have angular momentum. The angular momentum of a point object is the product of the distant from the center of rotation and the linear momentum. The angular momentum of an extended...
Bozeman Science
Torque
In this video Paul Andersen begins by discriminating between translation and rotational motion. He then explains how a torque is the product of the lever arm and the force perpendicular. The lever arm must be perpendicular to the axis of...
Crash Course
Torque: Crash Course Physics
What is torque? This is one of those things that you may have heard about in passing but never really understood. In this episode of Crash Course Physics, Shini sits down with us to discuss what torque is, how it works, why it works, and...
Bozeman Science
Magnetic Dipole Moment
The magnetic dipole moment is the torque experienced by a material placed in a magnetic field. The magnetic dipole is an intrinsic property at the magnet, domain, atom, and electron level. A magnetic dipole creates magnetic fields that...
Bozeman Science
Magnetic Field of a Dipole
In this video Paul Andersen explains how current moving through a loop of wire can act as an analog for a magnetic dipole. Magnetic dipoles (like compass needles) respond to magnetic fields created by other magnets.
Bozeman Science
Rotational Motion
In this video Paul Andersen explains how a net torque acting on an object will create rotational motion. This motion can be described by the angular displacement, angular velocity, and angular acceleration. The linear velocity can be...
Bozeman Science
Angular Impulse
In this video Paul Andersen explains how the change in angular momentum is equal to the torque applied over a given time. A sample problem and inquiry activity are included.
Curated Video
Static Equilibrium & Leaning Ladder Problem | Torque, FBD, and Force Balance Explained Step-by-Step
Learn how to solve classic ladder problems using static equilibrium principles. This lesson covers torque, free body diagrams, normal and frictional forces, and strategic pivot selection
Curated Video
Equilibrium in Physics Explained | Force Balance, Torque, and Newton’s First Law
Master the concept of mechanical equilibrium—where net force and net torque are zero. Learn how to apply Newton’s First Law to both translational and rotational scenarios with real-world examples and exam-focused explanations.
Curated Video
How to Choose a Power Drill
Howcast - Power drills are among the most common household tool, and are probably the first tools purchased by do-it-yourselfers. Get the right one for your needs.
Curated Video
How to Use a Torque Wrench
With a torque wrench, you can set a bolt to the proper tightness and cut down on wear and tear.
Curated Video
Torque & Moment of Inertia: Physics Problem with Multiple Forces
Torque & Moment of Inertia: Physics Problem with Multiple Forces
Curated Video
Impact of Mass Removal on Rotational Inertia: A Detailed Analysis
This video explains how the removal of mass affects an object's rotational inertia, demonstrating the calculation of percentage decrease in rotational inertia when an innermost or outermost particle is removed.
Curated Video
Calculating Angular Momentum from Time-Dependent Torque
This content solves a physics problem where a disk experiences a time-dependent torque. It demonstrates how to determine the angular momentum of the disk at a specific time by integrating the torque function with respect to time and...
Curated Video
Calculating Torque and Angle Between Vectors
This content provides a step-by-step solution for calculating the torque on a particle about the origin, given its position vector and an applied force vector, using unit-vector notation. It then demonstrates how to find the angle...
Curated Video
Rolling Ball Problem: Analyzing Sliding to Smooth Rolling Transition
This content analyzes the motion of a bowling ball as it transitions from sliding to smooth rolling on a lane. It explains the role of kinetic friction in simultaneously causing linear deceleration and angular acceleration. The video...