SciTech Now: Episode 306

Science on the slopes.  A pair of Pennsylvania inventors turned a failed middle school science project into a growing business.  See how they are using geometry and physics to build what they call the most advanced boards on the planet.

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Long forgotten, a wood collection at Penn State is getting a second look. Now, one professor is dedicating his time to organizing it and unlocking its secrets to help advance science. Plus, as the climate changes, the outcome for winter sports is unclear. That’s where fat bikes come in. Watch »

Posted on February 3, 2017

 

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