
Jim Lucas
Latest articles by Jim Lucas

What Is Electric Charge?
By Jim Lucas published
Electric charge is a fundamental property of matter and the foundation for electricity.

What Is Simple Harmonic Motion?
By Jim Lucas published
Simple harmonic motion describes the vibration of atoms, the variability of giant stars, and countless other systems from musical instruments to swaying skyscrapers.

What Is Static Electricity?
By Jim Lucas published
Static electricity results from an imbalance between negative and positive charges in objects.

What Is the Weak Force?
By Jim Lucas published
The weak force is one of the four fundamental forces that govern all matter in the universe. Through the process of beta decay, it plays a crucial role in powering stars and creating elements.

What Is Environmental Engineering?
By Jim Lucas published
Environmental engineering is the branch of engineering that is concerned with protecting people from the effects of adverse environmental effects.

What Is Computer Engineering?
By Jim Lucas published
Computer engineering is the branch of engineering that integrates electronic engineering with computer sciences.

What Is Industrial Engineering?
By Jim Lucas published
Industrial engineering is the branch of engineering that involves figuring out how to make or do things better.

What Is Chemical Engineering?
By Jim Lucas published
Chemical engineering is the branch of engineering that deals with chemical production and the manufacture of products through chemical processes.

Mirror Image: Reflection and Refraction of Light
By Jim Lucas published
A mirror image is the result of light rays bounding off a reflective surface. Reflection and refraction are the two main aspects of geometric optics.

What Is Biomedical Engineering?
By Jim Lucas published
Biomedical engineering is the integration of biology, medicine and engineering to develop systems and devices to improve health care.

What Is Aerodynamics?
By Jim Lucas published
Aerodynamics is the study of how gases interact with moving bodies, especially aircraft and automobiles.

What Is Structural Engineering?
By Jim Lucas published
Structural engineering deals with the framework of structures, making sure they can withstand the stresses of their environment and remain safe, stable and secure.

What Is Aerospace Engineering?
By Jim Lucas published
Aerospace engineering deals with designing and building machines that fly. There are two main specialties: aeronautical engineering and astronautical engineering.

What Is Civil Engineering?
By Jim Lucas published
Civil engineering is the design and construction of public works, such as dams, bridges and other large infrastructure projects.

What Is Electrical Engineering?
By Jim Lucas published
Electrical engineering is the branch of engineering that deals with the technology of electricity, including circuitry, power generation, machine control and communications.

What is Mechanical Engineering?
By Jim Lucas published
Mechanical engineers build things such as machines and tools that improve the conditions of life.
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