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The Clockwork Constellation: How GPS Uses Time to Find You
·1700 words·8 mins
This blog post unravels the magic behind GPS, revealing that it’s not about maps but about ultra-precise timekeeping. It explains in simple terms how your device uses time signals from multiple satellites to find your location, then dives into the real-world engineering and mind-bending physics (like Einstein’s relativity) required to make it work, before finally unveiling the complex mathematics that powers it all.
Sir Isaac Newton
·1328 words·7 mins
Sir Isaac Newton, born on December 25, 1642, in Woolsthorpe, England, is often regarded as one of the most influential scientists in history. His interest in Alchemy and Theology led him to explore the intersection of science and philosophy, ultimately shaping the scientific methodology and philosophical outlook.