History of Thermodynamics

History of Thermodynamics

Thermodynamics is the study of the relations between heat, work, temperature, and energy. The laws of thermodynamics describe how the energy in a system changes and whether the system can perform useful work on its surroundings. Some scientists say there are three...
The Periodic Table of Videos

The Periodic Table of Videos

The Periodic Table of Videos is a collaboration between the University of Nottingham Chemistry journalist Brady Haran and video. At first it made videos on the 118 items. Graphic charts of the chemical elements have been around since the 19th century – but this modern...
To Infinity and Beyond

To Infinity and Beyond

Documentary examines the current thinking about very large numbers and infinity when it comes to mathematics and the observable universe. For the third year, most of us have learned to count. Once we know how, it seems as if there was nothing to stop us counting...
Inside NASA: The Saturn V Rocket Story

Inside NASA: The Saturn V Rocket Story

In 1961 when President Kennedy pledged to put a man on the moon by the end of the decade, no rocket existed with the power or capability to rise to the challenge. In order to win the race to space, the United States would need to establish a multi-billion dollar space...