
Derivative of the Volume of a Cone - Physics Forums
Nov 25, 2007 · The discussion revolves around finding the derivative of the volume of a cone, specifically in the context of related rates problems in calculus. Participants explore the implications …
Bubbles in Space • Physics Forums
Feb 14, 2026 · If I compressed this ball of water, would the bubbles inside continue to merge until they become one big bubble?
Using "symmetry" to deduce about two colliding particles
Dec 11, 2025 · Attempt : I attempt the problem in two parts, tackling the symmetric case first. (The symmetry argument) : The particle of mass moving with velocity to the right relative to particle of …
Is A.I. more than the sum of its parts? - Physics Forums
Feb 27, 2026 · Nuclear weapons are terrible, but we "understand" their danger and we have some control over their use. But AI is a black box with the potential for the power to do anything, and we …
Bar detectors, gravity • Physics Forums
Nov 30, 2025 · Hi, I was just wondering how bar detectors work. From what Ive read, the electrons act as one, thus accentuates the effect of a single gravitational wave.
How do bar detectors work in gravitational wave detectors?
Feb 24, 2026 · Hi, I was just wondering how bar detectors work. From what Ive read, the electrons act as one, thus accentuates the effect of a single gravitational wave.
What Exactly is Dirac's Delta Function? - Physics Forums
Aug 29, 2025 · In Dirac's Principles of Quantum Mechanics published in 1930 he introduced a "convenient notation" he referred to as a "delta function" which he treated as a continuum analog to …
Gravitational wave propagation in GR - follow up - Physics Forums
Apr 12, 2023 · I'd like to consider again what discussed in this Gravitational wave propagation in GR. The analysis of GWs' LIGO measurements is performed in Transverse-Traceless (TT) Gauge …
Mathematical notation: 2.00 E + 00 and 1.00 E + 01 - Physics Forums
Apr 28, 2009 · The discussion revolves around understanding mathematical notation, specifically the representation of numbers in scientific notation, such as 2.00 E + 00 and 1.00 E + 01. Participants …
How Does Angle Affect Speed and Distance of a Toy Car on a Ramp?
Jan 12, 2010 · The discussion focuses on the relationship between the angle of an inclined ramp and the speed and distance traveled by a toy car. The angles considered range from 10 to 20 degrees, …