The Royal Institution Christmas Lectures

Eric Laithwaite: The Engineer in Wonderland

The Royal Institution Christmas Lectures are annual lectures by the Royal Institution presenting scientific subjects the general public in an entertaining manner (since 1825), this series has been broadcast by BBC four since 2010.

Where to Watch The Royal Institution Christmas Lectures • Eric Laithwaite: The Engineer in Wonderland

6 Episodes

  • The White Rabbit
    E1
    The White RabbitThe scientist has to use his imagination. Professor Laithwaite uses his with the idea of a moving magnetic field; and, like Alice with the White Rabbit, he follows where it leads.
  • Only the Grin was Left
    E2
    Only the Grin was LeftLike the Cheshire Cat's grin without the cat, a moving magnetic field can only be observed when a solid object is near it. But where does the field go when the solid is taken away?
  • The Caucus Race
    E3
    The Caucus RaceRunning round in circles can pay dividends in science: if all the arguments join end to end, they are probably correct.
  • Curiouser and Curiouser
    E4
    Curiouser and CuriouserIf we give up the idea that an electric motor has to be round, it is surprising what can be done with it.
  • If Only I Were the Right Size to do It
    E5
    If Only I Were the Right Size to do ItAlice was able to change her size by tipping at a bottle marked 'Drink me': engineers often wish they could do the same.
  • It's the Oldest Rule in the Book
    E6
    It's the Oldest Rule in the BookProfessor Laithwaite tries a new experiment which he hopes will break one of the laws of science. All the text books say it cannot be done. Will the experiment succeed?

 

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