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Robinson, Ian; Robinson, Saul; Robinson, Nathan – Physics Education, 2020
Described here is a well established opensource geophysics project to monitor atmospheric infrasound 24/7. It employs a modern digital, I[superscript 2]C enabled differential pressure sensor--unlike the older analog devices more commonly used. Python software automatically uploads plots whilst data is stored in standard ".mseed" format…
Descriptors: Science Instruction, Geophysics, Educational Technology, Technology Uses in Education
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Robinson, Ian – Physics Education, 2018
Described is an established geophysics project to construct a solar wind monitor based on a nT resolution fluxgate magnetometer. Low-cost and appropriate from school to university level it incorporates elements of astrophysics, geophysics, electronics, programming, computer networking and signal processing. The system monitors the earth's field in…
Descriptors: Science Instruction, Geophysics, Measurement Equipment, Foreign Countries
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Peacock, Simon Muir – Journal of Geological Education, 1990
Described is a set of FORTRAN programs, suitable for teaching and research purposes, that simulate contact and regional metamorphism. Equations, examples, program uses, and availability are discussed. (CW)
Descriptors: College Science, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Software, Computer Uses in Education