
Modulus
Modulus, hosted by Brian and Stephanie, is a podcast for engineers, scientists, researchers, and STEM enthusiasts who want an inside look at the work that moves humankind forward.
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Jun 10, 2021 • 22min
Finding Failures, Saving Lives
Take an inside look at Zipline, an ambitious drone delivery company, from the perspective of the person whose job is to find the company’s technological flaws — and fix them before lives are on the line.Modulus https://twitter.com/modulusmagHostsBrian McManus https://twitter.com/TheBrianMcManusStephanie Sammann https://twitter.com/stephaniesammaErica Corder https://twitter.com/EricaCorderSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Apr 30, 2021 • 23min
Deciphering the Mind of the Octopus
Understanding octopus intelligence requires stepping outside the notion of intelligence as we know it. Two octopus experts explain how they understand the curious creatures in this episode.Modulus https://twitter.com/modulusmagHostsBrian McManus https://twitter.com/TheBrianMcManusStephanie Sammann https://twitter.com/stephaniesammaErica Corder https://twitter.com/EricaCorderSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Mar 30, 2021 • 24min
Mystery of the Booming Sands
A haunting sound produced by sand dunes at only around 30 sites in the world has proven a mystery for centuries. That is, until Caltech professor Melany Hunt began taking groups of students into the desert to finally figure it out.Modulus https://twitter.com/modulusmagHostsBrian McManus https://twitter.com/TheBrianMcManusStephanie Sammann https://twitter.com/stephaniesammaErica Corder https://twitter.com/EricaCorder See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Feb 17, 2021 • 27min
Mohawk Guy
Bobak Ferdowsi, NASA engineer and overnight celebrity, discusses his career, challenges during Mars Curiosity rover's deployment, and his current mission with Nyser to develop a synthetic aperture radar. The podcast also explores the impact of space exploration and the hope it brings for technological advancements.

Jan 18, 2021 • 23min
Working Under Pressure
Through advancements in technology, divers have been able to test the limits of the human body with a technique that allows people to live underwater. It’s a harrowing, sometimes deadly, and exhilarating experience, according to those who have lived it — including our guests Allan Waterfield and U.S. Navy Captain (Ret) Marie Knafelc.Modulus https://twitter.com/modulusmagHostsBrian McManus https://twitter.com/TheBrianMcManusStephanie Sammann https://twitter.com/stephaniesammaSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Dec 23, 2020 • 25min
Battery Breakthroughs
Two experts discuss the importance of battery technology, the origins of lithium-ion batteries, and the potential of liquid metal batteries for grid-level energy storage. They also explore battery recycling and the value of recovered materials, as well as the importance of taking a holistic approach to regulations and product analysis. Overall, the podcast highlights the need for innovation in battery technology to overcome limitations and achieve a zero emissions future.

Dec 8, 2020 • 2min
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Modulus is hosted by Brian and Stephanie from YouTube's Real Engineering and Real Science channels. Modulus is a podcast for engineers, scientists, researchers, and STEM enthusiasts who want an inside look at the work that moves humankind forward. Sharing the stories of people behind extraordinary science, engineering, and technological advancement. To inspire not only ourselves, but generations of inventors and history-makers.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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