To spread the joy of science, GSK Science in the Summer is sharing an experiment from its Simple Machines curriculum that anyone can do at home. (For optimum safety, an adult should be present ...

Find out how simple machines impact your daily life on this Science Trek: The Web Show.

Simple machines make work easier, not less work, says Rick Crosslin, scientist. He joined us today to demonstrate how simple machines work. In our case, Randy was the “load” and Amber was the ...

Can you make a screw out of a piece of paper and pencil? Your friends might think it is magic, but it’s science at work. Here’s an easy experiment that might add a “twist” t… ...

Learn more about how simple machines help make your work easier. A simple machine has few or no moving parts, but it can be used to create wonders. Learn more about how simple machines help make ...

Throughout history, humans have developed several simple machines to make work easier. The most notable of these are known as the "six simple machines": the wheel and axle, the lever, the inclined ...