SciShow
One Weird Reason People Suck at Parking
Human territoriality results in some pretty ridiculous behaviors. And luckily, scientists have studied it in all kinds of situations.
SciShow
Is That “New Car Smell” Dangerous?
Some of us can't get enough of that new car smell. But certain volatile organic compounds (VOCs) that help create this aroma are linked to cancer. While this doesn't mean new car smell definitely increases your chance of getting cancer,...
MinutePhysics
Why is it Harder to Drive Backwards?
One Minute Physics provides an energetic and entertaining view of old and new problems in physics -- all in one minute!
SciShow
These Smart Roads Could Change the Future of Driving
From self-healing asphalt to electrified roads, technology is steering the future of driving along some exciting new paths!
SciShow
How Can I Make A Traffic Light Turn Green?
If you've ever been stuck at a red light on a country road, you know it can be annoying. No other cars for miles, but you can't shake the feeling that if you run the light, one will appear out of nowhere and slam into you. Today we have...
SciShow
The Most Advanced Robots in the World
The most advanced robots in the world might not be exactly what you’re expecting. But they’re shaping humanity’s future. Hosted by: Michael Aranda
SciShow
Noise Pollution Is a Bigger Deal Than You'd Think
Humans make a lot of noise! Transportation, industries, & how we work and play in natural spaces all have an impact on the sound we put out every day, and all this noise pollution is disrupting how animals use sound to communicate.
SciShow
Why Does Cold Weather Kill Your Phone?
If you live in a cold climate, you might know the agony of trying to get your car started on a chilly winter morning, or standing helplessly by as your phone's battery level plummets. So why do cold weather and batteries seem to just not...
SciShow
These Smart Roads Could Change the Future of Driving
From self-healing asphalt to electrified roads, technology is steering the future of driving along some exciting new paths!
SciShow
The Ancient Island That Transformed Washington: A SciShow Field Trip #2
Even though there are no volcanoes on the Olympic Peninsula, you can find lots of volcanic rocks on the beaches. This bizarre circumstance might have to do with how the ancient island transformed Washington state.
SciShow
How Does a Box-Shaped Fish Swim?
Box-shaped fish might seem like they don't have the most efficient body shape, but there are some surprising perks to being an underwater cuboid creature.
SciShow
Why Multitask While Driving Isn't a Good Idea
Driving can be dangerous, especially if you’re trying to juggle a variety of distractions while barreling down a busy highway. So scientists are looking into ways to keep us focused on the task at hand, even if you’re traveling in an...
SciShow
Carcolepsy: Why Do We Get Sleepy in Cars?
It turns out there are number of aspects of driving that can potentially conspire to lull our bodies into a potentially dangerous state of drowsiness.
SciShow
The Riddle of Washington’s Mt. Olympus: A SciShow Field Trip #1
Stefan and Alexis are headed to Olympic National Park in Washington state to bring you some of the coolest geology stories there. This week, they explore why Mount Olympus should be taller than Mount Everest.
SciShow
The Future of Driving | Compilation
Self driving cars and self-repairing roads: the future of driving is bright, or at least less aggravating.
SciShow
3 Weird, Real Ways We Could Fix Icy Roads
Salting roads in the winter is pretty commonplace in areas of the world that see freezing temperatures, but it isn't the only solution.
Science Buddies
Example Score Calculation for the 2024 Science Buddies Engineering Challenge
Build a rubber band-powered car in this fun engineering challenge!
Science Buddies
Rubber Band Car | 2024 Science Buddies Engineering Challenge
In this fun engineering challenge, your students will build rubber band-powered cars using the engineering design process and compete to see how far they can go.
Curated Video
Kinetic energy
The energy of movement. It is equal to half the moving object's mass, multiplied by its velocity. A Twig Science Glossary Film. Key scientific terms defined in just 60 seconds using stunning images and concise textual definitions. Twig...
Curated Video
Factpack: Horsepower
What is a horsepower? How many horses would it take to power your car? Physics - Energy And Radioactivity - Learning Points. A Twig FactPack Film. Open a discussion on what has been already learnt in a topic, or use to grab attention at...
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Red Hot: Emergency Stop
Revealed: the tremendous heat created and energy 'lost' when cars brake. Physics - Energy And Radioactivity - Learning Points. Car brakes convert kinetic energy into heat energy. When you press the car brake pad a system of levers and...
Curated Video
Why Do I Get Travel Sick?
Your body can get confused by different incoming signals. A look at how the ears, eyes, organs and muscles combine to detect motion, and what happens when they're out of sync. Biology - Being Human - Learning Points. Our brain relies on...
Curated Video
Factpack: G-Force
Chart G-Force up the scale, from standing still to the greatest G-force ever. Physics - Forces - Learning Points. A Twig FactPack Film. Open a discussion on what has been already learnt in a topic, or use to grab attention at the start...
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Terminal Velocity
If a skydiver jumps out of a plane, when will they stop accelerating? Competing physical forces hold the answer. Physics - Forces - Learning Points. Terminal velocity is the maximum constant velocity. Terminal velocity increases with...