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Broad Topics > Mechanics > Fluids and aerodynamics

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Moving Stonehenge

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A look at the fluid mechanics questions that are raised by the Stonehenge 'bluestones'.

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Mach Attack

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Have you got the Mach knack? Discover the mathematics behind exceeding the sound barrier.

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Keep Your Momentum Going

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A look at a fluid mechanics technique called the Steady Flow Momentum Equation.


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