Antoine Lefevre 
IN BRIEF Two approaches in physics: Classical Mechanics and Quantum Mechanics Classical Mechanics: motion of macroscopic bodies (laws of Newton) Quantum Mechanics: study of subatomic particles and their behaviors. Importance of energy quantization in quantum mechanics. Orbitals: description of the electron cloud and probability of a particle’s presence. Convergence between the two mechanics at specific … Read more
IN BRIEF Quantum mechanics and general relativity: two major theories of physics. Mathematical incompatibility between the two theories. Problem of unifying gravity and quantum mechanics. General relativity describes gravitation at large scales. Quantum mechanics operates at the subatomic scale. The challenges of a unified theory within the context of the universe. The necessity to reconcile … Read more
IN BRIEF Flight controller: manages the motors to ensure stability. Forces in flight: balance between lift and gravity. Drone geometry: structure in parallelepiped with 4 motors equipped with propellers. Flight balance: management of pitch and roll movements. Hovering: lift force generated by the rotation of the propellers. Stability: maintained by appropriate sensors and controls. Quadcopter … Read more
IN BRIEF Recommended podcasts to discover physics. Varied topics, from elementary particles to astrophysics. Renowned speakers, including researchers and science communicators. Accessible and engaging format, ideal for all levels. Supplementary resources to deepen knowledge. Podcasts have become a valuable tool for those wanting to learn and get introduced to physics. Thanks to their accessible and … Read more
IN BRIEF Definition: Celestial objects in an intense gravitational field. Formation: Collapse of a massive star at the end of its life. Singularity: Central point where mass is concentrated. Dark matter and dark energy: Mysteries related to their presence around black holes. General relativity: Theoretical framework to study the properties of black holes. X-ray telescopes: … Read more
IN BRIEF Orbital mechanics: study of the movements of objects in space. Satellite orbits: relationship between altitude and duration of presence in orbit. Kepler’s laws: foundations of observed planetary movements. Artificial satellite: human-made object orbiting a celestial body. Trajectories: key concept in spatial mechanics for calculating orbits. Types of satellites: varieties ranging from weather to … Read more
IN BRIEF Marie Curie : First woman to receive a Nobel Prize in Physics. Albert Einstein : Iconic figure of relativity. Isaac Newton : Pioneer of classical mechanics. Archimedes : Famous for his contributions to mathematics and physics. Galileo : Precursor of the scientific method. Max Planck : Initiator of quantum theory. Niels Bohr : … Read more
IN BRIEF Measurement of gravity at the microscopic scale achieved Research on quantum gravity to unify fundamental forces Quest for a theory unifying general relativity and quantum physics Challenges of particle interactions at the microscopic scale Loop quantum gravity: discrete spacetime Potential impact on cryptography and computability Exploration of issues surrounding quantum measurement and entanglement … Read more
IN BRIEF Detection of dark matter: innovative approach based on Josephson junctions. Exploration of gravitational waves to identify dark matter. Search for axions, potential candidates for dark matter, via their conversion into photons. Clear strategies: to do, see oneself undone, or look for its shakes. Study of neutron stars, potential keys in the detection of … Read more
IN BRIEF Definition: Study of very low temperatures. Main applications: Medicine, space exploration, superconductivity. Food industry: Use of the cryogenic freezer tunnel. Cryogenic cleaning: Historical developments in aeronautics. Preservation: Applications in cryogenics for the preservation of various substances. Importance of cryogenic cold in the thermal balance of materials. Use of liquid nitrogen in the automotive … Read more