Measurement is an essential part of math. Quantities encountered in the real world are usually one of two things: a count or a measurement. Counting is what we learn first about math, before doing anything else with numbers. Counting is a way of measuring a quantity of discrete objects, but it is different from other…
Tag: engineering
Feelin’ the vibes (literally)
Has this ever happened to you? You’re driving your car and pull up to a stoplight, and another car pulls up beside you absolutely blasting the bass from their sound system. That’s got to be an aftermarket subwoofer, you think to yourself. Even though the sound is muffled and you can’t hear a melody, the…
Why rockets don’t need to push against anything (it’s rocket science)
How can a rocket work in empty space without something to push against? While you may or may not be aware of the answer yourself, this question is perplexing to many people. I invite you to consider why this situation is confusing. I assure you it is not a matter of mere ignorance, and you…
thoughts on mind 