The Telegraph reports that a team of researchers lead by Dr. Sang-Woo Kim of the Institute of Nanotechnology at Sungkyunkwan University in Seoul have developed a method for converting the energy from sound into electricity. They've applied the research to the charging of mobile phones, and while you don't have to yell with all the emotion and fear exhibited above by Drew Barrymore in Scream, it sounds like the more energy the better. Dr. Sang-Woo Kim says:
Why does the world work the way it does? Linda Dong takes basic scientific principles and translates them into beautifully simple, explanatory images.
PopSci's Gray Matter explains how to "hack light", a simple project that calls for glow sticks, diagonal cutters and Drano. Here's the science behind it:
FrontierVille reminds me of FarmVille's land design, Treasure Isle's collectibles, Mafia Wars energy consumption all wrapped up with an Oregon Trail theme. I like very much that when I need energy, it's actually available to find or earn and that there's really very little to wait for. The 5 and 15 minute crops keep you coming back to harvest. The bonus meter keeps you clicking on things as quickly as you can. There's a bit of strategy involved with your space plan and game play. You can real...
New to eBay? Don't worry, setting up an account and buying and selling doesn't take that much effort at all. Everyone who has an Internet connection has at one point come across eBay, to find the perfect gift for their loved ones, to find the cheapest deals on plasma televisions and computers, or to get rid of their dusty, old record album collection in their web store.
You might already know a little bit about what the National Ignition Facility has been up to lately, or what they could possibly achieve. But last week, even the scientists at the Livermore, California station couldn't predict the awesome power that their humongous laser was capable of. NIF's laser is already the record holder for the world's largest laser, and now it can also claim to be the first ever 2 megajoule ultraviolet laser after it generated nearly 100 times more energy than any oth...
In this video magician David Zanthor shares an age old magic trick. You will need a willing human, a deck of cards, a rubber band, two identical coins and skills. The trick? It involves Ing Ping Ching energy and it is quite involved...so you will have to watch the video! Do the Ing Ping Ching magic trick.
Marital arts master Bruce Lee had his famous one-inch punch technique. He knew that putting all of your weight and energy into one inch of movement had far more power than moving your arm one foot.
So very pointless, yet unquestionably spectacular. The best kind of "art" performs no other function than to delight the viewer, and Japanese YouTube user Denha's complex marble machines do just that. But are marble machines art? You can call them that—or toys, scientific contraptions, engineering feats—but however you choose to label them, the best marble machines are complicated, skillfully crafted, and driven by the principles of potential energy, kinetic energy and gravity.
Tim Fishlock’s piece entitled What Watt? showcases 1,243 suspended retired light bulbs, the center illuminated by one low-energy fluorescent bulb. Beautiful eco-friendly design.
This short and sweet video shows you how to use your Y-vegetable peeler more efficiently. All you have to do is hold it like a pencil. It'll make peeling vegetables much easier. You won't even realize what a simple, ingenious trick it is until you try it. Peeling carrots will no longer be a chore! Hold a Y-vegetable peeler like a pencil.
This video demonstrates how to customize keyboard shortcuts on a Mac. From the people who brought you the Dummies instructional book series, brings you the same non-intimidating guides in video form. Watch this video tutorial to learn how to customize keyboard shortcuts on a Mac, For Dummies.
Adobe Photoshop CS4 and Adobe Photoshop Lightroom 2 software work together so you can efficiently manage thousands of images — or perfect just one. Photoshop CS4, the industry standard in digital imaging, now provides improved access to its unrivaled editing power through a more intuitive user experience, greater editing freedom, and significant productivity enhancements. Lightroom 2 streamlines your photography workflow, so you can easily import, manage, and showcase large volumes of photogr...
It seems that Obesity in children is due to many causes however genetic cause is still the most important factor at all.
Monty Don plants up a ceonuthus, sharing his tips for good drainage and adding extra energy for the plant roots.
Here's a way to increase the heat in a cold room using nothing but the sun's energy! Heat your home for free.
Check out this ultra brief demo on how to make holy water using: full moon water, sea salt, and rose water. Remember to cleanse all your supplies of all previous energies and then to bless and empower each one with intent. Make holy water.
Check out this video to learn how to install a motion sensor light switch. It will save energy and cut down on costs. Install a motion sensor light switch.
This video is a demonstration of how to brush up your basic Argentine Tango technique. Topics discussed include: posture, energy, the steps, and the hold. Learn from Graciela Heredia, a professional dancer for 20 years. Brush up your Tango technique.
The Curacao-blue color of this exciting cocktail gives it its high-energy name. If you are looking for something a little out of the ordinary, give it a try! Make an Electric Lemonade cocktail.
Need to use up vinegar? Here is an interesting way to convert your standard vinegar into a working battery. Learn the technique to create an alternative source of energy using vinegar. Make a vinegar battery.
Do you have a lot of stagnant energy in your life right now? Maybe all you need to do is check to make sure the drains are working properly in your kitchen and bathroom. Or place a small fish tank somewhere in your home to attract more wealth and prosperity.
What to do when your motivation is running low and you absolutely don't want to do something that needs to get done? If nothing is working for you, hack your brain with the following techniques to motivate yourself.
In this series on weaponized lasers, I'll be exploring the function, operation, strength and building instructions for three basic laser weapons; CO2, Diode, and Flashlamp. These laser types are just a few of many, selected because of their simplicity and basic construction (depending on your experience).
ScienceDaily (Oct. 17, 2009) — Learning to juggle leads to changes in the white matter of the brain, an Oxford University study has shown.
I've created this guide to give you some ideas for how to progress quickly as well as some basics for how to operate FrontierVille. My tips are merely suggestions based on my experience and you are welcome to explore and play the game at your own pace. I hope you benefit from my posts and look forward to answering questions and bringing you more useful information here and on the Facebook page in the future! (All these blue links take you to more content just like this page, click them for mo...
Are your paper clips, pushpins, and other metallic objects always in a disarray on your work desk or drawer? To organize them more efficiently and in a visually cool way, paint over medium-sized rocks with magnetic paint and then use its magnetic surface to keep clips and other metallic items in place.
Life hack your next outdoor picnic to cool your warmed drinks, keep flies away, and transport food efficiently from your home to your local park.
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Iran has stepped up efforts to produce enriched uranium in violation of international resolutions to stop, the International Atomic Energy Agency said Friday in a report posted online by a nonproliferation group.
Test your might against the perilous onslaught of mechanized military weaponry, embryonic aliens, and demonic monsters! Click on blue things to absorb their energy and increase your killing power! Feed your need for fast paced, bullet dodging arcade action with Omnicron!
Powering the internet requires energy like anything else—so just how much does the wired world suck down?
What is an Electricity Facts Label? Why are they important? EFLs can tell you everything you need and want to know about an electricity plan. This video will walk you through a Bounce Energy EFL and explain the various sections.
When we are dealing with something as abstract as your thought process, visualization is the best way to improve the way you think your thoughts. So what is the easiest way to change your negative thoughts? Literally imagine flipping them around to its optimistic counterpart. It also helps to imagine them as little monsters, too.
There are ways you can measure how much electricicity specific or groups of appliances are using. With the help of these devices you could can find out what is costing you more money and then use it to determine if you can cut usage to save money!
Kitchen appliances use large amounts of energy, knowing which appliances draw the most and helpful tips on reducing usage can really go a long way to save you money on your monthly electricity bill.
If you live in Texas and have the option to choose your electricity provider, take a look at our rates.
Sometimes your bill may not be correct- your TDSP may record your usage either higher or lower than it really is. In some cases the mis-read may not be noticed right away but sooner or later you'll get a usage adjustment. This video will explain to you what usage adjustments are, and how to understand one should you get one on your Bounce Energy bill.
Bounce Energy, makes it simple to understand replaced meter usage costs. This video will explain what they are and why you may get them.
Often times customers will recieve an estimated bill, this video will show you what to expect with an estimated bill, what it really means and will explain why this occurs.
