Casimir cavities are mysterious spaces between microscopic metal plates in a vacuum. Areas of diminished energy between the ...

Adrian Bejan’s new book explores how natural laws of physics give rise to the tremendous amount of diversity seen in the ...

Choosing A-Levels can feel stressful for both students and parents. Some subjects are known to be harder because they need strong maths skills, long essays, or complex problem-solving. Many families ...

Python physics explained: tides and their mathematical model. Learn how tidal forces work and how to model them step-by-step in Python using clean math, simple assumptions, and clear visual intuition.

Welcome to Physics Explained—formerly Just Enough Physics! We're kicking off this rebrand with a fresh perspective on all things physics. Get ready for clear, concise explanations of complex ...

The Saarland researchers reveal that the slipperiness of ice is driven by electrostatic forces, not melting. Water molecules in ice are arranged in a rigid crystal lattice. Each molecule has a ...

A new children’s book, titled Simple Machines Made Simple, wants to demystify mechanical engineering for kids as young as a year old. It recently beat its Kickstarter goal by 700%—raising more than ...

Do kaons decay using a new kind of physics? Researchers are trying to explain their anomalous findings. Their larger experiment is an ongoing investigation of CP symmetry. The anomalies could be ...

In the core of a knitting machine or at the tips of a skilled knitter’s needles, a strand of fiber can be transformed into anything from a delicate scarf to a bulletproof vest. But different knitting ...