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    LaTeX What do you use to write formulas here in Physics Forum?

    I was here over 10yrs ago, at the time, I use LaTex. You still using that today or there's something new? I am encouraging my grand daughter to come to this forum as she's going to college soon. I don't want to tell her to learn the wrong thing as it's been over 10yrs already. Thanks Alan
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    What is the Exciting World of Physics All About?

    Hello, I am Aiswarya Lakshmi S, from India. Currently, I am pursuing Masters in Physics. I am very much interested in exploring this subject. Looking forward for a great experience!
  3. A

    E-beam evaporation, Physical vapour deposition

    Hi all, Hope we have some electron beam evaporation specialists in the house. I'm working with an Telemark Electron Beam Source (Linear Multi-pocket and would like some help with the issues I am facing currently. I'm seeing blue light around both sides of the crucible when the e-beam is turned...
  4. C

    I'm searching for a theme for my matura project

    Hello I'd like to write my matura project on a topic of physics. But I can't really find a topic. I think I'd like to do something in the field of mechanics with reference to everyday life. The project requires an input of myself in this work, that means, i have to do something empirical and...
  5. gunjanaga

    What drives the behavior of particles in the universe?

    I am curious to understand how the universe works. I love to imagine if I were the universe or a particle why would I behave the way it does. It's a fun exercise. I am currently preparing for IIT JAM exam. I am glad to be part of this community. I am looking forward to getting to know you...
  6. J

    Just a physics student trying to grasp a little more!

    So excited to learn more about physics and to further my understanding! :partytime: This seems like a nice little corner of the internet. :]
  7. I

    What is Physics? Exploring the Fascinating World of Science

    Numerous curiosities that all have answers hidden in physics.
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    Looking forward to interact with great minds!

    For starters, Im just an average student who just so happens to take an interest in physics. Yet this does not stop me from trying to gain more conceptual clarity on it. As a student, I feel I lack on explaining learnt concepts and discussing it. I believe this forum will help me overcome this...
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    I PADME latest Oct 2, 2023 paper, searching for X17 particle

    PADME previous papers arXiv:2305.08684 (hep-ex) [Submitted on 15 May 2023] Status and Prospects of PADME Comments: 6 pages, 12 figures, proceedings from Moriond EW 2023 Subjects: High Energy Physics - Experiment (hep-ex)...
  10. oldmember

    Is it possible to do advanced physics online?

    TL;DR Summary: Some universities offer online MSc and phd in physics,are they wirth it? I am what you would describe as wannabe physicist, i like the topic and want to study it but in my country there are no reputable universities that teach the topic in advanced lvls. So can i study it online...
  11. AndreasC

    Weird tendency of many professors

    I've noticed lots of physics professors reply before you finish talking. Not specifically talking about questions in a lecture etc, I mean more generally. Not sure how common it is in other disciplines or why, but generally they don't tend to let you finish. As a result often when someone has a...
  12. giodude

    MIT OCW 8.01 PS10.6: A Massive Pulley and a Block on an Incline

    Set up the force equations: (1) ##mgsin(\beta) - T = ma_{1}## (2) ##TR = I_{s}\alpha_{1}## Multiply (1) by ##R## and isolate ##TR##: ##R(mgsin(\beta) - T) = R(ma_{1})## ##mRgsin(\beta) - TR = mRa_{1}## ##TR = mRgsin(\beta) - mRa_{1}## Plug ##TR## into (2): ##TR = I_{s}\alpha_{1}##...
  13. DrClaude

    Nobel Prize 2023: Attosecond pulses

    https://www.nobelprize.org/prizes/physics/2023/summary/
  14. K

    What resources are available for finding a mentor in physics?

    Hee, I believe I have to introduce myself here?😂 So my name is Kate (short for my real name haha). I’m still a teen and interested in physics. I’d like a mentor or something but idk where to get one 😂😂 Well, that’s all for now, Kate
  15. FlowiwGhar

    Physics problem - Salmon jumping waterfall

    m * g * h + (1/2) * m * v² = m * g * y Simplifying the equation: g * h + (1/2) * v² = g * y Substituting the values: g * 0.614 + (1/2) * v² = g * 2.73 * sin(26.7°) Now, let's solve for v: (1/2) * v² = g * 2.73 * sin(26.7°) - g * 0.614 v² = 2 * (g * 2.73 * sin(26.7°) - g * 0.614) v = √(2...
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    How Do Optics, Astronomy, and Programming Shape a Scientist's Journey?

    I received my degree some years ago. Been very focused on optics, astronomy, programming.
  17. Hak

    Is Exponential Form Better for Balloon with Inserted Load Calculation?

    My attempt is: Archimedes' thrust on the balloon minus the weight of the air inside it is F=(\rho-\rho_{\rm in})Vg, where \rho_{in} is the density of the hot air inside. Now we have, in general, \rho=\mu {n \over V}=\mu {P \over RT} from the perfect gas law (\mu would be the molar mass of the...
  18. P

    Help with question on motion: Avoiding a rear-end collision

    The question : A car and a truck are both traveling with a constant speed of 20 m/s. The car is 10 m behind the truck. The truck driver suddenly applies his brakes, causing the truck to slow to a stop at the constant rate of 2 m/s2. Two seconds later, the driver of the car applies their brakes...
  19. Savem c10

    How can I learn about race car physics and suspension set up?

    Interested in race car physics whether it be asphalt or dirt CT and chassis set up and all things racing .
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    What is it Like to Study Physics in High School in Seattle?

    hii guys I am studen of physics in high school of Seattle.
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    How do I properly post a schoolwork problem on PF?

    Hello, I am new to this website and just don't get everything yet (like attempt to a solution). I'm in the third grade of highschool and this is my first year of having physics as a apart subject.
  22. Hak

    Foucault Pendulum at the North Pole

    Consider a pendulum swinging at the North Pole in an inertial frame of reference xyz with the x and y axes in the plane tangent to the pole and the suspension placed at elevation z = l. There is no induction \mathbf{B} and in the chosen system the plane of oscillation xz of the pendulum is...
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    Calculating Torque on this Square

    So I started by just figuring out what forces are going to have torque. I know the one heading straight down from the pivot won’t have any and the one going at an angle from the pivot won’t be included in the net torque since it’s at the pivot. The rest of the forces have torque and they are...
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    What do physics majors in university study after physics 1 and 2?

    So after Newtonian mechanics and electricity/magnetism, what do physics majors study? Also, is there a textbook you can reference me to that applies to that?
  25. TurtleKrampus

    Why are Physicists so informal with mathematics?

    I realize of course that this will probably not apply to all physicists, but at least every physicist in my university's math department is very unrigorous when it comes to mathematics. This is frustrating because some of the physics material seems genuinely interesting, but the lack of an...
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    Classical A relearning experience - self study edition

    Hi, I graduated with an undergraduate degree in physics 16 years ago, and I would like to go back and relearn all that great knowledge that I forgot. I was thinking of the following series of books. -Do you recommend changing the order in which I go through them? -Do you recommend adding a...
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    Beam Expansion: Distance between 2 lenses in a Keplerian beam expander

    Basically this is the Exercise In Fundamentals of Photonics book. We also need to use these two equation (1) and (2) As we all know, in order to make the z' as far as possible, we must place 2 lens with this distance I already figure that thank to the initial condition of the first lens...
  28. JoeDGreat

    What is the rocket's initial acceleration?

    Help me solve... I'm getting errors here..
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    Intro Physics “Fundamental University Physics” by Alonso and Finn - out of date?

    Hi, I was going through “Fundamental University Physics” by Alonso and Finn, and I’m wondering how much of it is out of date. Obviously the tone and style is from the 60s, but if I were to go through all 3 volumes in depth, how much of the info would be inaccurate/wrong based on what we know...
  30. scribkibs

    What are the best physics lingo/starter pack/staples? (websites and resources)

    Forgive me for my bad explaining. What are all the usual sites/tools/etc. that physicists and physics students use? For example--arXiv, LaTeX, the best journals to keep up with the latest physics research/discoveries, the Feynman Lectures (and Feynman himself), Griffiths Electrodynamics, CERN...
  31. scribkibs

    Other Can't take physics my first year

    As an undergraduate highly considering graduate school, what are some ways I can still remain engaged with physics and with my institution's physics department despite my delayed start (I cannot take intro physics until my second year)? I was thinking of regularly attending department colloquia...
  32. scribkibs

    What drives a young physicist's passion for learning and research?

    Hey! I'm Parker, an undergraduate physics student with hopes of going to graduate school. I'm excited to learn as much as possible and to interact with people just as passionate about physics as I am :)
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    I Doubts about isotropy of space

    I might have some other questions related to this topic, but I will ask them in further replies. Isotropy of space is explained such as it should look the same in every direction. It's not enough to imagine ourselves to be in the center of the sphere, because definition says that to call space...
  34. J

    What Are the Best Science Periodicals for New Discoveries and Ideas?

    I would like to subscribe to a general science periodical (emphasis on physics would not go amiss) other than Scientific American that would explain new scientific discoveries and ideas in popular terms. A hard copy magazine best but digital okay too. Please, no defense of Scientific American...
  35. Avaro667

    Is math really that important to do physics?

    Hello everyone . Recently i have been thinking about the importance of math in physics . There are many times that i read books or papers that contain tons of hard math and yet i feel it doesn't really add that much to my understanding . On the other hand there are sources that provide a very...
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    Courses Could points be taken off for not factoring?

    Would a professor in a linear algebra, another upper-level math course, or an upper-level physics course take off points if I don't show steps when factoring an equation expression?
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    I need help with the website -- where should I post these threads?

    I like creating physics and chemistry problems and i want some feedback on them. What is the most appropriate forum to post them and ask for oppinions?
  38. Maclaurinssadism

    New student being punished by infinite series

    Hey Everyone, I'm a recently new bachelor student in Physics. I'm around my 20's. I'm from switzerland.
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    What can AI do and not do in physics currently?

    What can AI do, and not do, in physics currently? Can it navigate hilbert space (I don't know what this is, just coming from an HPS undergrad background)? Can it design atomic bombs? Has it solved any problems? I suppose much research uses AI. In what forms?
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    Classical How is the book "Structure and Interpretation of Classical Mechanics"?

    I learned some computer science basics from the book SICP ( Structure and Interpretation of Computer Programs, Authors: Gerald Jay Sussman, Hal Abelson, Julie Sussman ) and I've witnessed a book about mechanics from the same author called Structure and Interpretation of Classical Mechanics...
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    Exploring Quasiparticle Interactions in Quantum Field Theory

    I learned physics( MSc) & my academic orientation was elementary particles and QFT . My thesis is about quasiparticle interaction from the quantum field theory point of view. I like QFT, basic particles, quasiparticles, accelerators, plasma and superconductivity.
  42. aissam

    Studying About how much time should it take for me to finish an undergrad problem set?

    I have program that i want to follow to try to self learn undergrad physics deeply but i find myself hating when i have to check the solution of a problem set but at the same time if i didn't do that i wouldnt have the time to do other problem sets. So i want to know how much it takes you guys...
  43. K

    How much work is done to hold a book at a constant height?

    Please can anyone help me with problem? I don't know if the work is 0 J
  44. J

    Are you a physics enthusiast? Join our forum for engaging discussions!

    I am a retired associate professor from an engineering college. I am a fan of physics. I have published many papers in scientific journals and mathematical journals. I am very happy to join this forum.
  45. jcalises

    What sparked my passion for physics and mathematics?

    I don't have much to say, at the time I had to drop out of university but I've always been passionate about science and I can't stop reading and thinking about it, especially physics and mathematics.Welcome everybody.
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    Programs What subject is better for an aspiring experimental physicist?

    I'm in my last 2 years of high school, and I have to pick a speciality to study before becoming an undergraduate and studying in college. In the future, I'm hoping to become an experimental physicist. My high school offers 3 specialities that are relevant to physics to pick from, all of them...
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