Using cycling to explain why physics isn't a drag
Sunday, December 13, 2015 - 22:32
in Physics & Chemistry
Scientists and teachers have combined to develop a simple spreadsheet-based method of teaching aerodynamic drag to 14 and 15 year olds. By measuring the speed of one of their classmates riding a bike and taking a photo in order to measure the frontal area of the cyclist, the students were able to calculate the drag co-efficient.