The Engines of Our Ingenuity
Coverage of The Engines of Our Ingenuity in the Nexus archive.
- The Engines of Our Ingenuity 2631: The Double Slit Experiment
The article is about Episode 2631, titled "The Engines of Our Ingenuity," which features a focus on The Double Slit Experiment. This specific topic is described within the content as a mysterious experiment.
- The Engines of Our Ingenuity 3401: Two Views of a Polymath
The episode, Episode 3401 of The Engines of Our Ingenuity, explores the concept of a polymath. It focuses on Samuel Smiles and James Nasmyth, presenting them as strange bedfellows who offer two differing views on such individuals.
- The Engines of Our Ingenuity 3400: Hell-Broth
The episode, 3400, focuses on a process where water is caused to boil and bubble within a nuclear reactor. The segment describes this phenomenon as being like a Hell-broth. Furthermore, the content suggests addressing powerful trouble.
- The Engines of Our Ingenuity 1616: Ivan Polzunov
This episode, titled 'The Engines of Our Ingenuity 1616,' discusses Ivan Polzunov and the era of early Russian steam engines. The content specifically addresses that today, the steam engine comes to Russia.
- The Engines of Our Ingenuity 1615: Learning to Use Coal
The episode, titled "The Engines of Our Ingenuity 1615: Learning to Use Coal," focuses on the topic of using coal. The content specifically addresses a historical observation regarding the redundancy of bringing coals to Newcastle.
- The Engines of Our Ingenuity 3395: X-Ray’s First Year
The article discusses how scientists perceived X-Rays one year after their discovery, as revealed by Century Magazine. It references Episode 3395 of 'The Engines of Our Ingenuity' focusing on X-Rays' first anniversary.
- The Engines of Our Ingenuity 1610: Experimental Proof
The article discusses the nature and purpose of experiments through an episode of 'The Engines of Our Ingenuity' titled 'Experimental Proof.' It explores why people conduct experiments.
- The Engines of Our Ingenuity 1609: Franklin’s Heat Experiment
The article discusses Benjamin Franklin's experiments in thermal radiation and his exploration of theoretical and applied science in the context of Episode 1609 of 'The Engines of Our Ingenuity.'
- The Engines of Our Ingenuity 2623: Thomas Carlyle’s Past and Present
The article discusses Thomas Carlyle's analysis of free markets and economic salvation in an episode of 'The Engines of Our Ingenuity.' The episode explores his perspectives on market dynamics and their role in economic progress.
- The Engines of Our Ingenuity 3393: Curtiss Robin
The 1928 Curtiss Robin airplane was more than it appeared to be, as discussed in The Engines of Our Ingenuity episode 3393. The episode highlights its historical significance despite being described as a bland airplane today.
- The Engines of Our Ingenuity 3391: Project Mohole
Project Mohole aims to explore Earth's interior, while Sputnik focuses on space exploration. The episode contrasts the exploration of Inner Space and Outer Space.
- The Engines of Our Ingenuity 1608: Members in Tension
The article discusses episode 1608 of 'The Engines of Our Ingenuity,' which features three scale models of structures with varying weights and focuses on designing for tension.
- The Engines of Our Ingenuity 1607: Fire Control
The article discusses continuous-aim firing, an idea that was poorly received, and examines the challenge of aiming a gun from a moving platform.
- The Engines of Our Ingenuity 1606: The Skycity
Episode 1606 of The Engines of Our Ingenuity discusses the Skycity concept, which is described as struggling against its own Gothic weight. The episode explores the challenges of this architectural idea.
- The Engines of Our Ingenuity 2622: Watson
The article discusses Watson, a computer system designed to play Jeopardy!, as featured in Episode 2622 of 'The Engines of Our Ingenuity.'
- The Engines of Our Ingenuity 3388: Omar Khayyam
The article highlights Omar Khayyam's accomplishments beyond inspiring poet Edward FitzGerald, as explored in the Engines of Our Ingenuity episode. It focuses on his contributions discussed in the podcast.
- The Engines of Our Ingenuity 1604: Hydrogen
Episode 1604 discusses hydrogen and its historical use in balloons, connecting science to technology. The episode references hydrogen's role in 1783.
- The Engines of Our Ingenuity 1603: Old Galileo
An old Galileo grieves his daughter and writes his last book. The episode highlights his final work as his most important.
- The Engines of Our Ingenuity 1602: The Tragedy of the Commons
Episode 1602 of 'The Engines of Our Ingenuity' revisits the concept of the tragedy of the commons. The episode focuses on the theoretical framework of resource overuse and environmental degradation.
- The Engines of Our Ingenuity 1601: Dirt
Episode 1601 of The Engines of Our Ingenuity focuses on 'Mother dirt' and invites listeners to explore the topic of dirt.
- The Engines of Our Ingenuity 2614: Pixels
The article discusses an episode titled 'Engineering Pictures Made of Pixels' from 'The Engines of Our Ingenuity' series, focusing on the concept of painting with pixels.
- The Engines of Our Ingenuity #3387: Burington’s Handbook
The article discusses the enduring educational value of Burington’s Handbook, highlighting its role in informing the author for nearly 80 years through a podcast episode.
- The Engines of Our Ingenuity 3386: Fourth Dimension
The article discusses an episode of 'The Engines of Our Ingenuity' exploring the concept of visualizing four dimensions and its connection to mathematics. It highlights the challenge of understanding and representing the fourth dimension.
- The Engines of Our Ingenuity 1598: Surface Tension
The article discusses surface tension, focusing on the edge of a water droplet. It is part of 'The Engines of Our Ingenuity' episode 1598.
- The Engines of Our Ingenuity 1596: The First Automobile?
The article discusses Episode 1596 of 'The Engines of Our Ingenuity' which explores the search for the first automobile.
- The Engines of Our Ingenuity 2611: Kepler’s Somnium
The article discusses Kepler’s Somnium, an early science fiction work, as featured in episode 2611 of The Engines of Our Ingenuity. It highlights the piece as a historical example of science fiction.
- The Engines of Our Ingenuity 3385: Blohm & Voss BV141
The article discusses the unusual Blohm & Voss BV141 airplane and explores reflections on asymmetry. It is part of the 'Engines of Our Ingenuity' episode 3385.
- The Engines of Our Ingenuity 3384: Alien Life Forms
The article discusses an episode of 'The Engines of Our Ingenuity' exploring further thoughts on the search for extraterrestrial life, focusing on alien life forms.
- The Engines of Our Ingenuity 1594: The Mad Scientist
The article discusses Episode 1594 of 'The Engines of Our Ingenuity,' titled 'The Mad Scientist,' which explores the recurring theme of the mad scientist.
- The Engines of Our Ingenuity 1593: LST-325
The article discusses Episode 1593 of 'The Engines of Our Ingenuity,' focusing on the LST-325, an old ship that is being rejuvenated alongside thirty old men. The episode highlights the theme of renewal and youthfulness.
- The Engines of Our Ingenuity 2608: Maria Telkes
The article highlights Maria Telkes as a solar energy pioneer, focusing on her contributions through an episode titled '2608 Maria Telkes: Solar Energy Pioneer.'
- The Engines of Our Ingenuity 3382: Disorder
The article discusses strategies for coping with disorder in personal lives and the global world. It focuses on the theme of disorder as explored in Episode 3382 of 'The Engines of Our Ingenuity'.
- The Engines of Our Ingenuity 3381: Shuttle-Carrier N905NA
The article discusses the final flight of NASA's Shuttle carrier, N905NA, as part of The Engines of Our Ingenuity episode 3381. It marks the last ride of the Shuttle-carrier, highlighting its historical significance.
- The Engines of Our Ingenuity 2901: Cybernetics
The article discusses Norbert Wiener and cybernetics in the context of an episode from 'The Engines of Our Ingenuity.' It introduces the topic as a focus for the episode but provides no further details.
- The Engines of Our Ingenuity 1589: Pluto (The Planet)
The article discusses the discovery of Pluto and its location at the outer fringe of the Solar System. It highlights the significance of reaching this distant planet.
- The Engines of Our Ingenuity 1587: Early Warplanes
The article discusses the evolution of airplanes from civilian to military use, focusing on their role in warfare. It references an episode exploring early warplanes and their development for combat purposes.
- The Engines of Our Ingenuity 2603: Correlation
The article discusses correlation and risk through the metaphor of eggs and baskets, suggesting that having more baskets does not necessarily reduce risk. It is part of an episode titled 'Correlation and Risk' from the show 'The Engines of Our Ingenuity.'
- The Engines of Our Ingenuity 2893: The Magic on Batteries
The article discusses how batteries function, focusing on electrodes, electrolytes, and electrochemistry. It highlights the 'wonders' of these scientific principles in powering modern technology.
- The Engines of Our Ingenuity 3380: Ergodicity
The article discusses the concept of 'Ergodicity,' a term from physics, as explored in Episode 3380 of 'The Engines of Our Ingenuity.' The episode aims to explain the underlying principles of this term.
- The Engines of Our Ingenuity 3379: Gestalt
The article discusses the meaning of the term 'Gestalt' as explored in Episode 3379 of 'The Engines of Our Ingenuity.' The episode focuses on the concept of Gestalt as a 'curious word' with overarching significance.