How does it work? - Water tap
This animation demonstrates the functioning of the 3 basic types of water tap.
The Rutherford experiment
The Rutherford Experiment proved the existence of positively charged atomic nuclei. The results led to the elaboration of a new atomic model.
African village (Sudan)
African villages adapt to the natural environment well and reflect of the culture of local tribes.
Yuri Gagarin's journey to outer space (1961)
Yuri Gagarin became the first human in space on 12 April 1961.
Terms of physical geography
This animation demonstrates the most important relief features, surface waters and their relevant symbols.
From the Stone Age to the Iron Age
This animation demonstrates the development of the axe throughout archaeological periods.
The White House (Washington, DC, 1800)
One of the best known buildings in the world, this is the residence and office of the President of the United States.
Namdaemun (Seoul, South Korea, 14th c.)
Designated as the first National Treasure of South Korea, the Namdaemun was one of the major gateways of Seoul's Medieval city walls.
Offshore natural gas extraction, Norway
The Troll A is an offshore natural gas platform, the largest offshore platform ever built: it rises about 170 metres above water level, weighs 656,000...
Environmentally friendly vehicles
Combining a conventional internal combustion engine propulsion system with an electric propulsion system reduces emission.
Deep-sea hydrothermal vents
A hydrothermal vent is a fissure in the planet's surface through which geothermally heated water erupts.
How does it work? - Computer tomography scanner
This animation demonstrates the structure and operation of CT scanners.
Types of ancient Greek columns
The Doric, Ionic and Corinthian order of columns are different in size and ornamentation as well.
How does it work? - Gearbox
In transmission systems, the engine torque is modified by reducing or increasing rotational speed.
Viking stave church (Borgund, 13th century)
A wooden church built in the 12th-13th centuries, the best preserved of Norway´s stave churches.
Kepler´s laws of planetary motion
The three important laws describing planetary motion were formulated by Johannes Kepler.
Apollo 15 mission (Lunar Rover)
The animation shows the two-seater Lunar Rover used in the Apollo 15 mission