School of Rock: The Physics of Waves on Guitar Strings
Playing the guitar is an art form. But the good vibrations you hear are a science. ..
Playing the guitar is an art form. But the good vibrations you hear are a science. ..
Physicists have long suspected that hunks of metal could vibrate in a peculiar way that would be all but invisible. Now physicists have spotted these “demon ..
It seems impossible, but there’s a way to cool things off without tapping into a fuel source. (Hint: It involves outer space.) ..
For Pi Day, let’s track down the surprising spots where this mathematical constant turns up, from the quantum world to the everyday one. ..
A deep dive into the science of staying alive underwater. ..
By resolving a paradox about light in a box, researchers hope to clarify the concept of energy in quantum theory. ..
The agency wants to hunt exoplanets, so it’s designing star shades and coronagraphs that block out starlight and give telescopes a clear view. ..
A massive South Island stargazing reserve is a respite from light pollution for many species, including our own. ..
The tiny optical devices turn up in lane markers, road signs, bike gear and even on the moon, helping us see under low-light conditions. ..