The Search for Elusive Gravitational Waves

The Search for Elusive Gravitational Waves

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Physics, Science

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The video discusses the nature of black holes and their gravitational pull, which even light cannot escape. It highlights Einstein's theory of relativity, which predicted gravitational waves. Despite many of Einstein's predictions being proven, gravitational waves remain elusive. Engineers are developing a system using satellites, known as Lisa, to detect these waves. The satellites will form a triangular formation, orbiting the sun, and use precision lasers to detect changes caused by gravitational waves.

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What new insight or understanding did you gain from this video?

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