Scientist Turns Plants into Photos by Making Prints Directly onto Leaves
Ben Krasnow of the YouTube channel Applied Science shows how to make images on living plant leaves in his latest video.
Hypercentric Optics: This Camera Lens Can See Behind Objects
Engineer and YouTuber Ben Krasnow over at Applied Science has put together a fascinating little optical demonstration that explains the physics behind 'hypercentric' optics and how they allow you to see around and behind objects. He even shows you how to build your own.
This is How Film Cameras Added Dates to Your Photos
Before EXIF data landed on the scene through the rise of digital photography, film cameras could superimpose the current date directly onto your photos, allowing you to see when you shot each one as you flipped through an album. If you've ever wondered how that date was included, here's an interesting 14-minute teardown by Applied Science that reveals the secret.