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Alternative Energies

There are many renewable energy sources available to humans. Renewable means that there is no known limit to the supply. The challenge is to develop the technology into an efficient, cost-effective solution for producing enough energy to meet human needs. Here are a few examples: . . . Read More

Energy

What is energy? Energy is the ability to do work, or cause change. Energy is literally what makes the world and everything in it go . Energy is the magic stuff stored in the battery that makes the flashlight work. The gasoline in a car’s gas tank contains energy. The car’s engine merely . . . Read More

Machines & Mechanisms

Machines affect virtually every aspect of our lives. The clothes we wear, food we eat, and buildings that shelter us were all made with the aid of machines. Machines do important tasks in our homes — they provide warmth, wash clothes, and refrigerate food. We routinely climb aboard machines . . . Read More

Math

“Will I really use this in life?” This is a question asked by many students when confronted with a subject they find difficult or uninteresting. It is a fair question – albeit an easily answered one – especially when dealing with the subject of mathematics. Nearly . . . Read More

Robotics

Job wanted: Extremely motivated individual looking for a challenging physical task. Qualifications include: Follow detailed instructions exactly Will work incessantly for long periods (24/7 if needed!) Complete tasks with very high level of accuracy Enjoy boring, repetitive . . . Read More
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