| Shapiro_Radar_Bounce_Test A two part overview of the Shapiro radar bounce test of general relativity. (The two parts consist of a section for normal people, and one for nerds) |
| Solving_Einstein\'s_Equations_in_Three_Dimensions This is a Mathematica notebook showing how to plot light cones in two plus one spacetime dimensions with a point mass. |
| The_Special_Theory_of_Relativity Self-tutorial with short essays, questions and answers. |
| Why_Time_is_Absolute,_and_Relative,_But_Never_Universal An article by Vincent Sauvé elaborating upon a materialist view of the absolute and relative nature of time. |
| Wrong__Some_Scientifically_Inaccurate_Claims_Concerning_Cosmology_and_Relativity Easy to understand 'debunking' of some common misconceptions about cosmology and relativity and why they are wrong. |
| Gravity_of_Gravity An experiment at the University of Washington seeks to determine whether the gravitational binding energy of an object generates gravity of its own. (October 26, 1999) |
| Derwent_Innovations_Index An international overview of inventions in chemical, electronic and electrical, and mechanical engineering. Over ten million basic inventions from over 40 authorities. Subscription required. |
| Lemelson-MIT_Program Celebrating inventors who have turned their ideas into accomplishments. |
| Mahi_Consultant_-_The_Art_of_Invention Tips for protecting and marketing an invention. |
| Mandy_Haberman The story of the inventor of the Anywayup Cup and her fight against companies that stole her idea. |
| National_Inventor_Fraud_Center,_Inc_ Information regarding invention marketing companies, from Neustel Law Offices, LTD. |
| Old_Technology Information for collectors and restorers of late 19th and early 20th century technology. |
| A_country_that_innovates Discussing inventions and innovations in Finland. (April 1, 2004) |
| Biomechanical_Engineering_Division Information on admissions, degree programs, courses, facilities and laboratories. Stanford University, U.S. |
| Biomechanics_Classes_on_the_Web A resource for faculty and students who are interested in biomechanics classes. Includes information on animal biomechanics, biomedical engineering, and related subjects, plus textbooks and related l |
| Cummings_Engineering_-_Specializing_in_Biomechanics Consulting firm specializing in biomechanics, accident reconstruction, animation and exhibit preparation for plaintiff and defense attorneys including criminal and insurance companies. |
| Fossil_Biomechanics Current research into the biomechanics of fossil sea scorpions (eurypterids). |
| Human_Biomechanics_Course Lecture and laboratory notes, assignments, interactive simulations, and related links. St. Francis Xavier University, Canada. |
| Human_Lab_Sports Distributors of CD based sport biomechanics programs, designed to improve the performance of golfers, runners and cyclists. |
| International_College_of_Biomechanics Provides practical training in assessment procedures and treatments. Contains list of courses. New South Wales, Australia. |
| Motion_Analysis_Research_and_Rehabilitation_Center Offers services and research to sports, physiotherapy, legal and industrial clients. University College Worcester, U.K. |
| Orthopaedic_Biomechanics Detailed information on biomechanics of the muskuloskeletal system relevant to everyday orthopaedic practice. Includes short paper review, bibliography, news and related links. |
| AWC_Electronics Resources for basic stamp programming and accessories, tutorials, projects, with a basic stamp FAQ. |
| BASIC_Stamp PIC16/17 Microcontroller |
| Basic_Stamp_2 Tutorial and Applications. Sadly only for the BASIC stamp 2. |
| Basic_Stamp_Microcontroller_Projects Basic Stamp, Pic microcontroller projects, BASIC stamp books |
| Eric\'s_PIC_Page Nice reference page. |
| HVW_Technologies_Inc_ A distributor of BASIC Stamp, development tools and software. They also have a download section about PICs. |
| Instructions_for_Microcontroller_Beginner_Kit Tutorial for those who know nothing about electronics and want to learn from the beginning. |
| LOSA Text files describing Stamp applications (List Of Stamp Application) |
| OOPIC How to use the OOPIC microcontroller. OOPic is an acronym for Object-Oriented Programmable Integrated Circuit. |
| Parallax,_Inc_ Basic stamp supplier. |
| Peter_Anderson_-_Embedded_Processor_Control Embedded processor control using a PC parallel port, Parallax Basic Stamp BS2 and BS2SX and Microchip PICs. Inexpensive books, starter packages, data loggers, temperature measurement, weather measurem |
| PIC16C5x_Disassembler DIS16 - PIC16C5x microcontroller family disassembler. |
| The_PICList A collection of people interested in the Microchip PIC processor. |
| Table_of_Contents_for_Basic_Stamp Table of Contents for the book Basic Stamp by Kuhnel and Zahnert |
| Warburton_Technology BASIC Stamp computers, PIC microcontrollers, PicBasic compilers, PIC programmers, motion control systems, modules, components, development tools, embedded technology design and development service. |
| Canadian_Nuclear_FAQ Unofficial and privately-maintained list of Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) regarding CANDU reactors and nuclear power generation in Canada. Includes technical and waste management information, cost |
| FEPC__Japan\'s_Nuclear_Power_Program Detailed review of the nuclear energy industry in Japan by the Federation of Electric Power Companies of Japan (FEPC). Describes fuel cycle, energy strategy and future plans for the sector. |
| Frequently_Asked_Questions_About_Nuclear_Energy Discussion and FAQ from the Formal Reasoning Group (FRG) about nuclear energy sustainability. |
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The Legacy of E = mc2
Einstein's big idea has been enormously influential, in ways that reach far beyond the purely scientific.The Producer's Story
Filmmaker Gary Johnstone describes how creativity fuels both art and science.The Equation Today
Threeyoung physicists contemplate how a 100-year-old equation figures into theircareers.Einstein the Nobody
Thepatent clerk's career prospects looked bleak just before his "miracle year" of1905.The TheoryBehind the Equation
Explorethe eureka moment when Einstein came up with special relativity, the theorythat spawned E = mc2.Genius AmongGeniuses
Torank with Newton or Einstein, you have to reinvent the way we see the world.Relativityand the Cosmos
Examinewhat many consider Einstein's greatest achievement—generalrelativity.
E = mc2 Explained
Hearhow 10 top physicists describe the equation in a few minutes or less.The Power ofTiny Things
Howmuch energy does a paper clip pack? Test your intuition in this quiz.Ancestors of E = mc2
Meet the visionary scientists whose experiments paved the way for Einstein.Einstein Quotes
Seventhought-provoking statements from the world's most famous scientistThe Light Stuff
Find out why the speed of light isn't always 186,000 miles per second.Time Traveler
Exploretime dilation in this interactive version of Einstein's "twin paradox."Einstein Time Line
Followthe arc of Einstein's life from his birth in 1879 till his death in 1955. 
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