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The Fascinating World of Airplane Wing Design: Explained
DarkAero, Inc
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Learn about the diverse shapes and designs of airplane wings, how engineers come up with different configurations, and the key factors that influence wing design.
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The Dark Side of Lunar Dust: A Threat to Moon Missions
Real Engineering
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Lunar dust, consisting of fine particles and sharp glass, poses significant challenges to moon missions. It damages equipment, obscures vision, and causes health issues for astronauts. NASA has develo
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The Devastating Legacy of Landmines: Ukraine's Battle for Clearance
Real Engineering
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Ukraine's conflict with Russia has resulted in significant territorial shifts and a lasting legacy: landmines. These cruel weapons pose significant threats, hindering agricultural activities, restrict
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The Marvels of Streaming: How Video Content Reaches Your Screen
Real Engineering
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Streaming video has revolutionized the way we consume media, with high-definition images and rich stereo sound transmitted instantly through the internet. This video explores the engineering behind th
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The Insane Engineering of the F-16: A Force to be Reckoned With
Real Engineering
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The F-16 is a highly maneuverable and versatile fighter aircraft designed to excel in close-quarters dog fights. Its energy maneuverability concept and leading-edge strakes allow for exceptional maneu
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Revolutionary Breakthrough: NASA's 3D Printed Rocket Engine for Improved Fuel Efficiency
Real Engineering
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NASA has successfully tested a 3D printed rocket engine that could improve fuel efficiencies of rockets by up to 5%. This breakthrough could lead to significant cost savings and enable the launch of l
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The Engineering Design of the Ember Precision Desktop 3D Printer
engineerguy
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Learn about the engineering design of the Ember Precision Desktop 3D Printer, its key features, and the promise of 3D printing in manufacturing.
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Nano scale Hunter Killer Robots: A New Weapon Against Disease-causing Microbes
Vsauce2
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Researchers at Rice University have developed nano scale hunter killer robots that spin at 2 million times a second and rip apart bacterial walls. They are powered by blue light and can be effective i
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The Deep Dark Depths: Exploring a Hidden Treasure Trove
Real Engineering
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Deep underwater, 4 km down, lie potato-shaped nodules containing valuable metals for battery production. These seafloor deposits are scattered across the ocean and could potentially solve supply chain
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How We Achieved an Impressive Weight Reduction in the Dark Arrow One Prototype
DarkAero, Inc
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The Dark Arrow One prototype weighs around 715 pounds, achieved through weight reduction principles and design optimizations. It is small, has a light engine, and uses carbon fiber composite for the a
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Exploring Astrobiology: Plant Trek and the Challenges of Martian Farming
StarTalk
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Plant Trek is a new NASA project that aims to develop strategies for growing food on Mars using Martian regolith. The presence of perchlorate in the regolith presents a major challenge due to its impa
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The Foraby Paradox: Unraveling the Mystery of Missing Alien Civilizations
Isaac Arthur
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The Foraby Paradox explores the puzzling absence of advanced alien civilizations in the universe, despite the high probability of their existence. This comprehensive summary delves into key insights,
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Dark Arrow's Milestones in 2022: A Year in Review
DarkAero, Inc
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Learn about Dark Arrow's achievements in 2022, including progress on the Dark Arrow One prototype, expansion into production, and sustainable funding. Exciting plans for flight testing and kit constru
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How Our Parents' Open-Mindedness Shaped Our Rationality
Julia Galef
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Our parents' open-mindedness and willingness to change their minds positively influenced our intellectual curiosity and rationality.
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How to Balance Epistemic Rationality and Instrumental Rationality
Julia Galef
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Balancing epistemic rationality (holding true beliefs) with instrumental rationality (pursuing goals efficiently) can be challenging. While it may seem productive to have false beliefs at times, it is
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The Value of Incremental Changes in Updating Your Worldview
Julia Galef
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Changing your mind through incremental updates is more useful and effective in improving your worldview than dramatic 180-degree turns on big topics.
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The Future of Astronaut Selection and Crew Dynamics
Isaac Arthur
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The selection criteria for astronauts are evolving with changing technology. While a degree in STEM and professional experience are still important, other factors such as adaptability and teamwork are
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The Pursuit of Happiness: A Mismatch of Expectations and Reality
Vsauce2
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Despite the pursuit of happiness being a fundamental human concept, people are becoming more miserable. The data on pursuing happiness is not promising, and even factors like income and social status
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The Complex World of Moral Psychology: Understanding Moral Licensing
Vsauce
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Moral psychology is a challenging field to study, requiring a balance between survey research and real-life experiments. In this video, we explore the phenomenon of moral licensing, where doing someth
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The Controversial Stanford Prison Experiment: Revisiting the Narrative
Vsauce
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The Stanford Prison Experiment, known for its controversial findings, is being reevaluated as new revelations challenge its conclusions. Recent interviews and research suggest that the guards' behavio
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Finding Your Purpose: Unleashing Your Unique Potential
Andrew Huberman
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Discovering your purpose involves tapping into your unique qualities and interests. It's a process of self-discovery, following your instincts, and exploring various forms of intelligence. By recogniz
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