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use Mondays as regular lecture days Wednesdays as a mix of lectures and problem solving (or just one of them depending on needs and feedback from you). The first two weeks we will lecture both Monday ...

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Explore mechanics in action with **“Understanding Physics: Heavy Crate Falling On Spring.”** In this video, we break down the physics of a heavy crate dropping onto a spring, covering concepts like ...

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In a bold step toward deepening our understanding of the universe, Carnegie Mellon University’s Department of Physics has launched "In Theory," a Seminar Series in Theoretical Physics. This initiative ...