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A Niche Future of Analog Computing

This article is based on a video titled “Analog computing will take over 30 billion devices by 2040.” by Freethink. The video gets into the transformative potential of analog computing, a technology that could revolutionize the way we interact with and utilize computing devices by offering a more energy-efficient alternative to the prevalent digital computing systems.

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The Engineering Genius Behind Train Wheel Shapes

Based on a video titled “The interesting engineering behind the SHAPE of Train wheels!” by Lesics, this article aims to shed light on the fascinating engineering principles that dictate the conical shape of train wheels. The video, which has garnered over 30 million views, delves into the two major accomplishments achieved by this seemingly simple design: self-centering of the wheels and differential action during turns.

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