Saturday, February 24, 2007

Webwatch

Book stores no more!
http://www.freetechbooks.com/
WHETHER you are a student, teacher or professional in the field of computer sciences and information technology, this website will serve as an exclusive resource. Featured here are a variety of books which are mostly related to computers. The best part about this resource is that the books can be downloaded for. So it doesn’t matter if you are looking for a book on algorithms, data structures, programming, operating systems or artificial intelligence., ust click, and viola!.

Windy days
http://www.windhunter.org/
WHILE many developed nations continue to add to global warming, there are some companies which have taken the initiative to introduce environment-friendly machines. This website describes one such machine in detail — the maritime hydrogen generation system. You can find out more about its significance and the tasks it is required to perform. Moreover, the resource can answer all your questions because there is a list of frequently asked questions.

Saturday, February 17, 2007

Webwatch

Failed!
http://www.bigfix.com/softwaretruth/hearing-testimony-on-software-updates.php
SALESPEOPLE are paid to lie. How many of them actually choose to blow the whistle on how great these products really are? This website features video testimonials by various salespeople regarding different software so be sure to check it out.


Revving it up


http://www.new4stroke.com/
THIS website focuses on the Polish invention, a four-stroke engine. There are sections dedicated to its history, inventor and how it came about. You can also watch a prototype of it and learn in detail how it works.

Practically yours
http://www.practicalphysics.org/
THE detailed sections on this website feature hundreds of experiments and simulations to help you experience physics as it is. Plus, there is a section on how science works for teachers who want to use a more practical approach to teaching physics. If you have done a unique experiment in your school, you can submit it to this website as well.

Videos galore
http://www.upyourvideo.net/
WELL, this website won’t be giving YouTube a run for its money but it is quite a worthy addition to the millions of video hosting websites around the internet. You can upload your videos in the categories of “Funny” and “Crashes.” The focus of the videos is basically on stunts, fights, crashes and the like.

Saturday, February 10, 2007

Webwatch

Nutty mathematicians
http://www.numbernut.com/
If numbers are your passion, then this website is definitely for you. The content here pertains to both basic and advanced mathematics so you can make a good use whether you are a novice or an expert. Topics covered here include fractions, decimals, ratios and percentages. There is a glossary of useful mathematics-related terms along with a brief introduction to how mathematics is relevant in daily life.

Bugging you
http://www.thaibugs.com/
Interested in different forms of wildlife? This website has some excellent photographs of the various kinds of insects found in the forests of Thailand. There are over 2,000 photographs of insects like moths, butterflies, beetles and spiders. There are audio and video files of some insects as well if you have the time and the inclination to indulge in some multimedia. Facts and figures are also there on different insects.

Black out
http://www.thinktechnologies.com/portfolio/demos/Blackhole.html
Black holes have always been the centre of much interest and research among scientists. But if you happen to be one of those who can never understand what black holes are, then this website will apprise you of the basics. Here, the concept is explained with the help of animations and illustrations in simple language. Navigate your way through this entire tutorial to find out what black holes are and how they form.

What in, what’s out?
http://www.militantplatypus.com/blog/lists/50-things-we-know-in-2006-we-didnt-know-in-2005/ Now this is a really interesting list. Featured here are some of the inventions and breakthrough researches of 2006. For instance, did you know it was only in 2006 that scientists discovered certain chemicals in our tears are pain relievers? There are loads of such facts worth reading here.

Saturday, February 3, 2007

Webwatch

Minute robots

http://www.molecularnanobots.com/
It seems there is no limit to the creativity of man – neither there is any limit to how small robots. This website is dedicated to the smallest robots in this world or molecular nanobots. It clearly states that nanobots are not a myth and are very much part of the scientific reality. Go through the stuff to find out more about what they are, what exactly they do and who’s behind creating robots. If you are a student of artificial intelligence, then this website is sure to help you.



Beyond Earth’s frontiers

http://www.exploremarsnow.org/
Once you go into cyber space, you’ll realise there is a vast number of websites dedicated to the exploration of Mars. This website, too, is one of them. Highly interactive in nature, it actually enables you to explore the various aspects of Mars while sitting at home. Some of the things you can find out in detail include the soil of Mars, its rocks, the greenhouse effect and the Mars base there which keeps on discovering new things about the planet.



Green thumb

http://www.greengeek.ca/
With almost everyone blogging their fingers off, why should environmentalists be left behind? Check this blog out which features news, views and analysis regarding the environment. The various posts are categorised into alternative energy, climate change, efficiency, green building and sustainability. There is a list of recommended books too. So if you’re into campaigning for a greener Earth, you’ll get loads of information here.



Strangely yours

http://www.strangescience.net/
There are loads of websites around which feature scientific research. Have you wondered where all this research comes from? It certainly isn’t a matter of days or weeks. Research takes a great amount of time and effort and this particular website is dedicated to tracing the efforts of all those who have put in their time and energy towards discovering new scientific information which can help humanity.