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March 2010
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kinetic energy

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Why can't human beings walk as fast as they run? And why do we prefer to break into a run rather than walk above a certain speed? Using mathematical modelling, R. McNeill Alexander finds some answers.

Tags: mathematical modelling : biomechanics : potential energy : kinetic energy : work


Tags: friction : potential energy : kinetic energy : gyroscope : centre of gravity


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Find out how to beat the world record in stone skimming - you just need to do the maths!

Tags: energy : kinetic energy : stone skimming : angular force


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Getting the most from the air

Tags: kinetic energy : calculus : differentiation : derivative : maximum