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The Science of Stickiness - From Tires to Post-it Notes

The Royal Institution via YouTube

Overview

Explore the fascinating science of adhesion in this 57-minute lecture by physicist and writer Laurie Winkless. Discover how stickiness impacts everyday life, from tire grip to Post-it notes and non-stick cookware. Learn about ancient techniques for moving colossal statues, the properties of rubber, the physics of violin bows, and the role of ice in various temperatures. Delve into flight dynamics and gain insights into the mysteries of adhesion across different applications and materials.

Syllabus

Introduction
Ancient art
The Transport of the Colossus
The Experiment
Rubber
Violins
Brace and Byerly
Mystery
Ice
Ice at different temperatures
Flight dynamics
Conclusion

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The Royal Institution

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