Most of the cases we call “electrocutions” are actually electric shocks: an electric current running through a body. Whether an electric shock becomes an electrocution depends on the nature of the current involved.

The useful glare-blocking properties of polarized sunglasses are well-known to just about anyone who goes outside. What isn't so well-known is how they reduce glare in the first place. That answer is deceptively complicated!

As engineer, sometimes lives will be in your hands, so this week we’re exploring safety and its impact on engineering. We’ll discuss the difference between occupational safety and public safety and how to analyze and review a process for...

How does heat affect airplanes? Turns out heat, speed and density connect to create dangerous situations.

Why do we sleep? Well... that's a tricky question. More easily answered is the question,"How do we sleep?" In this episode of Crash Course Psychology, Hank discusses some of the ways our brain functions when sleeping and how it...

Hank takes a break from the desk to bring you to the lab in order to demonstrate some important points about the practical side of chemistry - experimentation in the laboratory. You'll learn what to wear in the lab, how to dispose of...

“Safety with Electricity” describes how electricity comes into your house and lists the top ten safety rules for electrical safety.

In this last episode of our six-part series on vaccinations, supported by the National Institute for Health Care Management Foundation, we cover vaccine development - particularly in the context of the current global pandemic. We discuss...

The ingredients of sunscreens have some people concerned about whether they're being absorbed by the body, and what the effects of that might be. While this study doesn't provide evidence that sunscreen is harmful, closer examination is...

Singapore is the cleanest city in Southeast Asia, but it’s also very hot and humid. This climate sometimes causes a few health problems that you should be aware of. Singapore’s hospital facilities and overall medical care services are on...

While Japan has long been considered extremely safe, no country, of course, is 100 percent safe. Economic problems have led to greater unemployment, and, according to the Japanese, relatively lower moral standards. A few years ago, any...

South Africa has a serious crime problem, so ensuring your safety, and that of everyone you’re traveling with, will need to be a high priority while you’re in the country. At the same time, there’s no need to be paranoid. As in most...

Singapore prides itself on being safe and relatively crime-free. You can go almost anywhere day or night with no fear of being harmed or hassled. Singapore is an especially hospitable place for women traveling alone. It’s unusual for a...

Welcome back to the Fluctus Channel, as we discover how Nigeria turns waste tires into bricks, slippers, and mats, and explore Sweden’s SYSAV plant where waste becomes energy and sustainability.





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Would It Be Possible If Airlines Had Huge Parachutes For Emergency?

Welcome back to the Fluctus Channel, as we witness craftsmen across Southeast Asia build extraordinary vehicles from scrap and ingenuity.





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Welcome back to the Fluctus Channel, as we explore the evolution of U.S. airpower, from the stealth B-2 Spirit to the legendary P-51 Mustang.





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48% of Americans report feeling moderately to very concerned about the safety of their money they have in financial institutions. Due to bank failures, people have become worried that they might wake up and see the name of their bank on...

When a firm is developing their brand they need to determine on what aspect should they base their brand. Here we talk about a few impactful areas that firms can base their brand image and identity around. Whether it...

Welcome back to the Fluctus Channel, as we explore the Saab Gripen E, a cutting-edge multirole fighter with advanced avionics, stealth features, and short takeoff and landing capabilities.



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Welcome back to the Fluctus Channel, as we discover the raw power and advanced capabilities of the CH-53K King Stallion and CH-47 Chinook, two of the U.S. military’s most iconic heavy-lift helicopters.



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Dr. Boyd explains the basics of laboratory safety. Stick around for the quiz at the end. This is part of Science Made Simple's "Summer Science Series!"

Welcome back to the Fluctus Channel, as we explore how U.S. munition squadrons maintain global military readiness, from storing and transporting deadly arsenals to rapid deployment in Arctic conditions.





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