Category Archives: Science

Kilofarad

Posted on 2023-03-31 by M. Eric Carr

“Kilofarad” is not a word I thought I’d ever have an actual use for. And yet… Continue reading →

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Coffin Corner

Posted on 2021-01-18 by M. Eric Carr

A 737-800 approaches Coffin Corner, where it’s possible to fly too fast and too slow at the same time. Continue reading →

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“Free Energy!”

Posted on 2020-05-23 by M. Eric Carr

“Free energy” — just isn’t a thing. Here’s why. Continue reading →

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Darwin’s Polyhedra

Posted on 2019-12-31 by M. Eric Carr

Genetic algorithms can be used to evolve regular and nearly-regular polyhedra. Here’s how. Continue reading →

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