"The simple mechanical model we propose here, a viscoelastic toy model, provides a novel scenario to explain the static friction paradox in stick-slip instability without artificial friction laws ...

Have you ever wondered how to build a simple yet sturdy wooden boat model? This video takes you through each stage of the process, from the initial blueprint to the final touches. Watch as a boat ...

When building a model rocket, it can be fun to get into the maths of it all—calculating the expected performance of your build, and then seeing how it measures up in the real world. To aid in ...

“The simple mechanical model we propose here, a viscoelastic toy model, provides a novel scenario to explain the static friction paradox in stick-slip instability without artificial friction ...