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Mysterious UFO Encounter Captured by Mexican Air Force Pilots
In this video, the Mexican Air Force shares footage of 11 unidentified flying objects encountered by pilots during a night time reconnaissance mission. The objects were detected by radar and captured on infrared cameras, leaving the...
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Revolutionary Radar System Enhances Runway Safety at Heathrow Airport
Introducing the Tarsier radar system - a revolutionary technology that enhances runway safety at airports like Heathrow. With its speed, range, and accuracy, this system can detect debris on the tarmac from up to 2 kilometers away,...
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Transmitter
An electronic device that produces radio waves with an antenna, usually for communication or measurement purposes. A Twig Science Glossary Film. Key scientific terms defined in just 60 seconds using stunning images and concise textual...
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Polarisation
Polarisation is the process by which a transverse wave, such as a light wave is made to oscillate in one plane only. A Twig Science Glossary Film. Key scientific terms defined in just 60 seconds using stunning images and concise textual...
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Secret of the Sahara
It may be dry and sandy now, but the Sahara desert used to look very different. Evidence buried deep beneath the dunes reveals that the landscape has been changing naturally over thousands of years. Earth Science - Weather - Learning...
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Extreme Living: The Sahara
How satellite images revealed agriculture could be possible in one of the driest environments on the planet. Human Geography - Orientation And Settlements - Learning Points. 30% of the world's freshwater reserves are locked away...
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Medical Marvels: Ultrasound
Born out of research into RADAR in World War Two, ultrasound has become one of the most important medical inventions. What is it, and how does it work? Biology - Being Human - Learning Points. Ultrasound was developed by Ian Donald in...
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Microwave
Electromagnetic radiation with a wavelength between a few millimetres to about a metre, in between radio waves and infrared. A Twig Science Glossary Film. Key scientific terms defined in just 60 seconds using stunning images and concise...
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Windshear Protection
Windshear is a sudden and unpredictable change in wind direction. For aircraft taking off and landing, when there is little room for error, this sudden gust can spell disaster.
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Insights from Radar Mapping of Venus
Venus has fascinated scientists for decades, as itʼs constantly shrouded in heavy cloud. To discover what the surface features are like, the Magellan probe was sent to take pictures, which were relayed to Earth.
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Weather Tools 2
Dr. Forrester explains different types of tools used to predict weather.
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The Legacy of Karl Donatz: The U-Boat Warfare in World War II
This video provides a detailed account of the life and military career of Karl Donatz, a prominent naval commander who led the German Navy during World War 2. From his early days to his strategic leadership during the war, the video...
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Driving into the Future: The Evolution of In-Car Technology
The video explores the evolution of in-car technology, showcasing advancements such as Bluetooth connectivity for hands-free communication, self-parking systems, and the potential for fully autonomous vehicles. It highlights how...
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Enhancing Search and Rescue Operations: Utilizing Technology for Improved Aircraft Detection
This video highlights the importance of search and rescue operations, showcasing the evolution of technology from locator beacons to the innovative use of Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR) for locating downed aircraft in challenging...
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Advanced Technology for Driver Safety: Volvo's Innovative Solutions
Volvo is revolutionizing car safety with advanced technology like Bliss and Adaptive Cruise Control, which help drivers avoid dangerous mistakes and collisions. These intelligent systems use cameras, radar sensors, and autonomous braking...
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I WONDER - How Was The Microwave Invented?
This video is answering the question of how was the microwave invented.
Weatherthings
Clouds, Rain and the Water Cycle: rainbows, runoff, snowmelt
A rainy day spent inside helps a little boy learn about clouds and the water cycle from his mother. He sees the value of rain to plants, animals, people and the planet, even when the rain is not convenient for him. As the rain...
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Water Smart: Water in the Air - Summary
Water in the Air reveals the varied phases of water that surround us, fall on us, travel in air, and serve as a crucial component of the water cycle. Emphasis is on the fact that water in air can be vapor or solid, visible or invisible,...
NASA
On a Mission: Season Two, Episode 6: The Prospects of Heavy Metal
Asteroids, ho! Pioneering space miners dream of Psyche, the largest metal asteroid in the solar system.
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How Rainfall is Measured
In this video, we explore the importance of measuring rainfall and its various applications. We also learn about the different methods of measuring rain, such as using rain gauges or radar technology. Additionally, we discover how...
Weatherthings
Hurricane Michael - The Meteorology, and the Impact on Society
Hurricane Michael was a late-season storm in 2018 that grew to become the most powerful hurricane on record to hit the central Florida Panhandle. After landfall as a Category 4 storm, it remained a major hurricane, moving into Georgia....
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Hurricane Harvey - The Meteorology, and the Impact on Society
Hurricane Harvey rapidly strengthened in the Gulf of Mexico in 2017, before making landfall in Texas, as one the strongest hurricanes there in over 50 years. The high wind quickly faded after landfall, but the rain continued as the storm...