An Introduction to Ballistics for Geeks, Writers, and Geeky Writers: Part 1...
So what is ballistics, and why should I care, right? What could this possibly have to do with me, you ask? It is an interesting science, and one that I have devoted many hours to studying. My goal in...
View ArticleAn Introduction to Ballistics for Geeks, Writers, and Geeky Writers: Part 2...
Welcome back! Today, let’s talk about external ballistics. Anything and everything on earth is affected by gravity. Objects fall towards the earth at a constant rate, known as the gravitational...
View ArticleThe Man of Steel picks a new Arch-Enemy: Sir Isaac Newton!
“Stronger than a locomotive, Faster than a speeding bullet, able to leap tall buildings in a single bound…. Look, in the sky! It’s a bird! It’s a plane! IT’S SUPERMAN!!!!” We should all remember those...
View ArticleAnswers from the Vault: I answer YOUR questions….on Mars!
“What would the wingspan of a glider on Mars be?” Flying on Mars is tricky. I know, I’ve done it. Well, that is to say, I’ve done it in a simulator. Because a flight simulator is nothing but a giant...
View ArticleNutty Bites 34: Physics, Newton’s Three Laws, a panel hosted by The Clockwork...
Back during Labor Day Weekend NIMLAS Studios participated in the virtual uncon Dragon*Cant. The Clockwork Doctor Hosted a panel on physics and Newton’s Three Laws. I’ve edited the recording and am...
View ArticleSpecial (Epic) Episode 69: Star Wars Physics
Direct Link (Right click and save as..) Tek, Nutty, and Adam discuss some star wars physics and what they think of the new lightsaber. Hosts Marc Cabot (@MarcCabot) Nuchtchas (@Nuchtchas, nimlas.org)...
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