Much scientific research across a range of disciplines tries to find linear approximations of nonlinear behaviors. But what does that mean?
Mathematics
Feb 26, 2010
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If an airplane is cruising along and raises the flaps on its wings a degree or two, it will tilt upward. If it raises the flaps twice as much, it will tilt upward about twice as much. But if it tilts upward too far — generally ...
Mathematics
Jan 29, 2010
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(PhysOrg.com) -- Since the early days of quantum mechanics, scientists have been trying to understand the many strange implications of the theory: superpositions, wave-particle duality, and the observer’s role in measurements, ...
New research in imaging may lead to advancements for the Air Force in data encryption and wide-area photography with high resolution.
General Physics
Jul 14, 2009
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