Leidenfrost Effect

leidenfrost effect

Dipping hand into liquid nitrogen In the mesmerizing video above, a scientific phenomenon takes center stage—The Leidenfrost Effect. What unfolds is not just a captivating spectacle but a delicate interplay of physics, where the formation of an insulating gas barrier orchestrates a graceful dance between liquid nitrogen and a “relatively hot” hand. The Leidenfrost Ballet: Frying Pan Drama: The Science …

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Types Of Solar Panels

Solar panels can be made or bought commercially. This post is meant to help you differentiate between all the types for you to make an informed choice. If you have anything to add to this, please comment or drop me an email at miniphysics@hotmail.com. Homemade using: Polycrystalline Cells Mono-crystalline Cells Commercial: Polycrystalline Solar Panels Mono-crystalline Solar Panels Thin Film Solar …

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Types Of Inverters

Inverters can be grid-tied or off grid, pure sine or modified sine. The inverters here are all DC to AC inverters. They change the DC power produced by the solar panels into AC power that is normally used by your household appliances. Grid-Tie Inverter Synchronizes with the grid to feed electricity produced back to the grid. MUST be pure sine …

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What You Need To Know Before Going Solar

Sub-Topics:Advantages & Disadvantages Of Going SolarA simple illustration of a solar installationTypes Of Solar PanelsPurpose Of Solar Charge ControllerTypes Of Inverter (Grid-Tie or Off-Grid) / (Pure Sine or Modified Sine)Types Of Batteries Back To My Solar Project

A Simple Illustration Of A Solar Installation

Grid-Tie Solar Power Systems: Simplified and Efficient Grid-tie solar power systems are a preferred choice for many homeowners due to their simplicity, efficiency, and the ability to sell excess electricity back to the power grid. This system allows for a seamless integration of solar power into your home’s energy usage, reducing your reliance on the utility company and potentially lowering …

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My Solar Project

It is just a mini solar project that i have been playing around with. Up till now, i have made one small solar panel with 7 rectangular solar cells (6″ x 3″) rated at 3.6 A and 0.55V each. I’ve embarked on this project to determine the feasibility of using solar power to reduce my utility bills.Topics:What You Need To …

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The Magic Behind a Rube Goldberg Machine: Complexity Made Simple

Rube Goldberg Machines

In a world where efficiency is often king, there exists a charming counter-current: the Rube Goldberg machine. Named after the American cartoonist Rube Goldberg, who was famous for depicting overly complicated gadgets performing simple tasks in convoluted ways, these machines are a fascinating blend of creativity, physics, and sheer whimsicality. But what is it about these intricate contraptions that capture …

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