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A recent study conducted at Tel Aviv University has devised a large mechanical system that operates under dynamical rules akin to those found in quantum systems. The dynamics of quantum systems, ...

Washington, D.C. (November 9, 2010) -- Walk into nearly any science museum worth its salt and you're likely to see a Foucault pendulum, a simple but impressive device for observing the Earth's ...

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Learn how to make a simple DIY pendulum using a ping pong ball and basic household materials. This step-by-step guide shows you how to construct, balance, and experiment with your pendulum, ...