The South African edition of Popular Mechanics was launched in 2002 and has fast become the acknowledged voice of science and technology in South Africa. Underpinning its rich sci-tech content is an ever-changing mix of articles covering everything from automotive news and outdoor adventures to DIY projects. In essence, it explains how our world works
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LETTERS
Stick your chest out
CALENDAR • UPDATE YOUR DIARY • THIS DAY IN HISTORY
TIME MACHINE • It made per fect sense at the time
The F-15EX is a worthy remix of a classic American fighter
Science confirms Plato’s Theory: Earth is made of cubes
PLATO’S CUBES ON THE BIG SCREEN
Two mathematicians just solved a century-old geometry problem
WHAT ARE THESE SHAPES, ANYWAY?
Animal magnetism • Sentient is a book that explores the world around us, through the eyes (and ears, and noses) of animals.
RAZER • OPUS X WIRELESS HEADSET
VITAMER • PORTABLE BLENDER
DELL • XPS 13 LAPTOP
You've been conditioned to believe conspiracy theories. Or have you?!
HOW SOCIAL MEDIA AMPLIFIES THE SPREAD
THE FUTURE OF FARMING IS INSIDE THIS BOMB SHELTER
ON THE RIGHT TRACK • In a remote corner of Namibia, a group consisting of community members, researchers, rangers and engineers is using tracking technology to keep tabs on desert lions, a programme aimed at managing and reducing human-lion conflict.
Transatlantic crossing in a custom-made sea kayak • Paddling solo across the Atlantic Ocean is no ordinary mission. It requires unwavering determination, years of preparation, and cutting-edge equipment. That, and a custom-made and carefully engineered sea kayak.
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THE FUTURE IS BREWING • With tech and automation quickly becoming the norm across industries, AB InBev is buckling down to get the brewing industry on track to meet the demands of the future.
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The race to make cell-grown meats mainstream
ALSO ON THE MENU OF THE FUTURE
BUILD A FOLDING TABLE WITH LAP JOINTS • Putting the half-lap joint-making skills we learnt in our previous issue into practice, this is how you build a handy folding table that should last you a lifetime.
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COFFEE-TABLE CREATION
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JAGUAR F-PACE SVR
Ford • Ranger FX4
Land Rover • Defender 90 D240 S
How to use your 4WD system
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