Essays and Research Papers on Physics

A 4 page discussion of the catapult. This paper describes the design of the catapult and how changing different aspects of that design can change its efficiency. Bibliography lists sources.

This 5 page paper looks at this type of engine. Problems with the new, larger models are included. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

This 6 page paper explores two theories that explain how supermassive black holes are formed. The black hole is defined and explored. Theories about the creation of the universe, and when black holes originated are a part of the discussion. Bibliography lists 7 sources.

This 8 page paper examines various sources that discuss the possibility of time travel, and concludes that while it is unlikely, it is impossible to say definitively that it will never be possible to travel in time. Because we cannot say “no” in all cases, we have to leave the possibility open and say that ...

This 6 page paper answers questions set by the student concerning the use with GaAsN barrier grown by solid source molecular beam epitaxy when used in quantum dot lasers. The bibliography cites 1 source.

This 5 page paper is a brief overview of the man who is perhaps the greatest scientist of the 20th century, Albert Einstein. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

This 3 page paper examines electricity and how dangers lurk in the home. Two examples are provided. One involves protecting children and the other looks at doing home improvements. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

This 5 page paper describes the relationship that exists between heat, temperature, and heat capacity and the physical properties of various objects. Bibliography lists 1 source.

This 5-page paper discusses heat, kinetic theory and other physical science questions. Bibliography lists 1 source.

This is a 3 page paper that provides an overview of the importance of formulae. Practical applications of formulae such as E=mc2 are discussed. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

This is a 3 page paper that provides an overview of acceleration under gravity. It discusses practical applications of the formula. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

This is a 5 page paper that provides an overview of magnetism. Technological applications of the physics insights are examined. Bibliography lists 14 sources.

This is a 3 page paper that provides an overview of centripetal force. Examples of other forces such as gravity and friction creating centripetal force are included. Bibliography lists 7 sources.

This is a 3 page paper that provides an overview of centripetal force. Several examples are given. Bibliography lists 8 sources.

This is a 7 page paper that provides an overview of mirror focal lengths. The practical uses of predicting focal lengths are explored. Bibliography lists 5 sources.