Why did the wind destroy the Tacoma Narrows Bridge?
The Tacoma Narrows Bridge collapsed due to resonance caused by the Kármán vortex street. The military marched across the bridge, and since then, the engineering design must undergo wind tunnel verification for safety.
Why study physics?
Physics is a fundamental discipline that explores the origins of nature. It uses modeling, mathematics, and experiments to reveal laws, permeates and promotes the development of human civilization and technology.
