What is Ideas: Definition and 912 Discussions

In common usage and in philosophy, ideas are abstract concepts. Also in philosophy, ideas can also be mental representational images of some object. Many philosophers have considered ideas to be a fundamental ontological category of being. The capacity to create and understand the meaning of ideas is considered to be an essential and defining feature of human beings. In a popular sense, an idea arises in a reflexive, spontaneous manner, even without thinking or serious reflection, for example, when we talk about the idea of a person or a place. A new or an original idea can often lead to innovation.

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  1. A

    Experiments - ideas for young students

    Hi, is there anyone who can give me some good links with experiments. I want to present physics to younger pupils (end of elementary and first and second grade of high school). Thanx
  2. T

    Start a New Math Club: Ideas for Re-Launch

    Ok for some various reasons the math club that I was running got shut down. Now I'm trying to re-start it again. But I want to be its founder(it looks good to be the founder of a club). So what should I rename it? Any good ideas?
  3. T

    Building a Spring Launcher for Firing Projectiles

    I need some ideas on how to build a launcher which will fire a spring (about the size of a pinky) over a distance of about 4 metres. The launcher has to be capable of firing a spring from any angle above the horizontal (0 to 90 degrees) and the target will be at ground level. I think a...
  4. O

    Early Warning against Killer -Asteroids - current state, ideas

    Early Warning against "Killer"-Asteroids - current state, ideas.. Here I would like to discuss any current or future early warning system against "Killer"-Asteroids, i.e. asteroids that might cause major damage to earth. My main interest is not so much in asteroids like Apophis that are...
  5. N

    Grade 12 Physics Student Seeking Experiment Ideas

    Hi everyone, I'm a grade 12 high school student taking Physics and I'm looking into some ideas for my final project. The idea is to come up with a physics lab/experiment that investigates a relationship (that can be graphed) between two variables or the determination of a physical constant...
  6. B

    Physics Lab Question- any ideas?

    Physics Lab Question-- any ideas? For our physics lab hung a mass attached to spring above a motion detector. First we took some data with the spring at rest. Using this data, we determined our zo value. Then we set the spring in motion and took data. Using position, velocity, and time...
  7. W

    Need project ideas on quantum physics

    Hi, everyone. I'm not sure if this is the right forum as this isn't a simple question-and-answer homework assignment, so please excuse me if this isn't in the right place. I posted this in a different forum earlier and I think it got deleted, so apologies for the double posting. I'm a high...
  8. L

    Ideas for something you wanted to do but can't do due to a disability

    If you have ever been disabled, whether from a surgery or some disability, then you know that you are limited to certain things that you can do. I am wondering if there is anything that you wish you could do while you were/are disabled. This could be something that you wanted to do at work, in...
  9. T

    Any ideas for a math or statistics themed birthday cake?

    hi :) you may remember me as the girl who drew a comicbook featuring a mathematician superhero for her nerdlove boyfriend as a valentine's day present. well, now his birthday is coming up, and I'd like to bake him a math-themed cake. I was wondering if any of you fine quantitative types...
  10. clope023

    Taking Physics II Over Summer: Options & Ideas

    hello, just a small question on taking phy II over the summer. my schools gone through a great deal of budget cuts and we're not left with a lot of options with regards to classes here. physics II is offered once in the first 6 week semester, may to june. once in the 2nd 6 week...
  11. L

    Ideas for product to help physically challenged

    We all know some one that has a medical condition that is physically challenged, or even have been ourself. A group of engineers part of The University of Mississippi's Design Division are trying to begin a project that can help benefit the physically challenged. The request is for ideas that...
  12. H

    Programs Pursuing Post-PhD Ideas: What's Next?

    right now I'm in the midst of completing a PhD thesis. I have some ideas for future work that I'd like to see through if possible. What would be the usual course of action? Right now I can see the following (1) Sound out my supervisors about supporting me through these ideas (2)...
  13. A

    Discovering the Fundamental Ideas of Physics: From Atoms to Conservation Laws

    Here is an interesting question that my urge for simplification and basic/fundamental understanding has lead me to ask: -------------------------------------------------------------- What would you say are the most fundamental ideas of Physics, the most fundamental science? By fundamental what...
  14. T

    Hi I'm looking for a book on AMATYC. Any ideas?

    Hi I'm looking for a book on AMATYC. Any ideas?
  15. M

    Need ideas for chemistry paper

    we are supposed to find a recent news article that relates to chemistry and contains at least 3 chemical compounds and write a paper about it anyone know of anything interesting that i could write about?
  16. B

    Presenting Gregor Mendel: Unique Ideas for an Exceptional Presentation

    I have a 5 minute presentation on Gregor mendel. i already have the speech done and a poweporint. I am wondering what I could do that would be unique and out of the ordianary like something that I could bring that would make my presenation better than everyone elses beause it is the...
  17. E

    Ideas for review paper on combustion

    For a project in my combustion class, I have to do a review paper on an area of combustion research. I don't know a lot about this field or the technologies that are at the forefront, so I was hoping the people on this board could help me out. I'm kind of a sci-fi geek, so I would like...
  18. N

    Exploring Ideas on How to Improve Our Community

    Any thoughts on this - ?
  19. Ivan Seeking

    Help Change the World: Share Your Ideas for Green Homes

    I am in the unique position of being able to implement ideas for green homes immediately for production. If you have any ideas that you would like to share, we will consider your ideas and may use them. It is a chance to help change the world a little bit. Yes I do benefit from this but not...
  20. P

    Programs PhD in theoretical physics in Europe. Concerns and Ideas.

    Greetings to all! As deadlines approach for PhD applications, I'm pretty confused about where to get my PhD and the implications of my choice. I'd really like to hear some opinions on my dilemma. Firstly, I'm currently in a MSc program somewhere in Europe and estimate to graduate on the...
  21. Z

    Centrifugal Potential & Brachistochrone in Polar Coords: Ideas Appreciated

    Anyone familiar with "centrifugal potential" and "brachistochrone" in polar coords? Hi there, The issue appears within this problem: a bead is sliding without friction on a straight wire; the wire rotates in a plane: \omega= const No external fields, no gravity...
  22. C

    Physics Fun at Home: Share Your Ideas!

    I'm sure everyone here loves to do physics at home. This weekend I made a cheap http://www.cymek.com/?q=node/109", but I want to know what other physics related activities people are doing at home.
  23. H

    Make a Movie in 15 Minutes: Ideas for a Competition

    Hiiii All :) i was wondering whether some of you will provide some idea about what best can be made in an around 15 minute movie clip..which is for a competition...since time is so short , i am not really able to think of something decisive..
  24. S

    Medical Strange Phenomenon: Seeking Ideas and Experiences

    Ok, so there is this strange phenomenon that I have experienced several times before. I want to know if anyone else here has had this problem or if they have any idea what it might be. AS A RESPONSE TO THE ABOVE DISCLAIMER: I will not consider any response as a diagnosis but as of now the...
  25. Cyrus

    Getting Ready for Winter Break: Cooking, Eating & Drinking Ideas

    Ah, Finally. Winter break has rolled around. Tomorrow is my first day of winter break a free man. Over the break I want to cook, eat, cook, eat, cook, eat and cook some more! But the problem is I don't really know anything about cooking, and I need some ideas on some foods to make and eat. I...
  26. M

    Interesting ideas for extracurricular physics project

    Do you have some interesting ideas for extracurricular physics project - i am high school student, but i know basics of calculus and have very good knowledge in general physics...
  27. marcus

    Internal struggles of ideas in QG

    Internal struggles of ideas in non-string QG One should not exaggerate the internal struggles which are going on or ready to happen. But we might take note of some of the internal conflicts. Issues that will probably get worked out in the next few months----whether or not they are openly...
  28. P

    Disappointing situation + senior project ideas

    I'm finished with all my physics classes but QM and a senior project. I'd like to finish in the spring and possibly start grad school next fall, but I can't because my college is not offering QM again until next fall. The last time it was offered was fall 06. You can't do an indepedent study...
  29. T

    High concept /sophisticated mathy art, and your other mathy gift ideas please

    Hi :) I was referred here from the xkcd math forums... Basically, I'm looking for a gift for my mathematician boyfriend. He's a voracious reader and has pretty much devoured every single math book in print, so a book is out. I was thinking of some math-based art would be cool, however...
  30. F

    Ideas to extend my coursework?

    Ideas to extend my coursework? (Standing Waves) Homework Statement I'm doing some coursework for school at the moment, and my chosen topic (because it was fun first time round) is standing waves on some kind of wire/string - ie vibration generator, wire and fixed end (ie pulley) with mass...
  31. T

    News UW Student Finds Free Exchange of Ideas Lacking

    Has anyone heard of this title or seen the documentary. Well I was introduced to it by my roommate. I found it very interesting how one sided University's are, the majority of faculty hold very liberal views, I tested this at my own school (University of Washington) and based on my experience i...
  32. C

    Designing 24V 3A Charger - Circuit Ideas

    I'm designing a 24V charger at 3A.Can you show me any circuit?Thanks
  33. A

    Hovercraft levitation - simple ideas needed

    Okay, I know there are old posts, but I can't understand a word cause I'm in 7th grade. So, I need to make a miniature hovercraft that can actually levitate. Price isn't a problem, so can anyone give me the basic materials and where to get them? I'm not what you call a physics or math genius, so...
  34. J

    Alternative Energy Windmill Ideas

    Here's the problem... I am to build a simple windmill (small scale) to lift an x amount of weight twelve inches above the base plane. The required amount is to lift 200 grams, 12 inches in 2 minutes or less. The materials are to be mostly recycled; however, I am alotted $15 to buy any new...
  35. S

    Relative Velocity problem - stuck, lacking ideas.

    Homework Statement Halliday/Resnick/Walker, 1 - Mechanics, 7th Edition. Chap. 4, Exercise 57 - Relative Movement in One Dimension (I'm sorry if translation sounds confusing at first, the book is in Portuguese) A suspicious man runs as fast as he can on a conveyor belt, taking aprox. 2.5...
  36. L

    Creating a Paper Egg Drop: Challenges & Ideas

    yes, the famous egg drop experiment. i really need help with ideas on what to construct...i was thinking that i would put a small box cushioned inside with toilet paper or tissue paper and lined with folded(like an accordion) paper / inside a bigger...the problem is: • The over all dimensions...
  37. zoobyshoe

    Toss Around Ideas For This Contest

    This is a portrait drawing contest for a club with a lot of members on DeviantArt: --------------- HOLIDAY CONTEST Rules: Theme: Halloween and Christmas. Draw a pencil portrait drawing of either/both themes eg. Frankenstein, a .witch, Santa, Grinch, an angel You may submit ONE entry for...
  38. L

    Biology Hello everyone,i'm havin trouble with this genetics problem.any ideas?

    Homework Statement You know grey paws(GG or Gg) is dominant to pink paws(gg).You also know that brown eyes(an x linked trait:BB,Bb, BY) is dominant to green eyes (bb or bY). You have a male dog with grey paws and brown eyes and a female dog with pink paws and brown eyes.They mate and have 8...
  39. P

    I generating ideas for a Physics Research Project

    I am in a Research Class that goes for two years, and over the course of the two years I need to come up with a research project that I, just a high school student, can do and complete. It should be fairly original research. But I am having an extremely hard time thinking of topics. The teacher...
  40. P

    PIC microcontroller Project Ideas

    I have to design, test and build a project for my final year of my HND Electrical & Electronic engineering course, and I am unsure of what I will do. I would appreciate any ideas, no matter how difficult or easy they are, these will just be ideas which I might use to adapt into my own...
  41. M

    What are some biodegradable egg drop project ideas?

    Homework Statement Im sure most of us have heard about and done an egg drop project sometime in our lives, and right now is the time to do mine. We will be dropping the egg that is inside of our project from the second story of a building, and then from the third story. We are allowed to...
  42. K

    Creating a Shipyard Environment in the Lab - Ideas Welcome!

    Hi! I believe a shipyard working on new ships, with all its electrical arc welding and stuff, makes for a lot of "stray" currents in the sea. Do you guys have any plausible idea to re-create such scenario in the lab? A small-scale model perhaps? Thanks a lot.
  43. B

    What are some project design ideas for signal processing and electronics?

    Hi, I am taking a course on Electronics. I would like to have some good ideas for design projects. I have some problems come up with original ideas. Thank you for your time B.
  44. E

    Need ideas for Biological Model

    I'm not sure if this should be in the homework forum or not, but anyhow. I'm taking an introduction to Biomathematics class and for a project we have to develop a model. Now, it's a relatively easy project--our professor says we can even get any model and change a few variables. But I...
  45. B

    Have some ideas looking for feedback

    Hey guys...i've had some ideas floating around in my head for a while, but really don't have anyone to talk to about them. quick intro first. I'm 24, i don't have a degree in any related field, and I am sure I am not as intellegent as most people on here...so I am a little intimidated. I've...
  46. K

    Birthday Gift Ideas for Female Electrical Engineers

    I need some ideas for shopable gifts for a female electrical engineer turning 25. She's my girlfriend so I've already bought the sentimental-type gift, now I'm looking for something that actually interests her. What do female engineers/scientists like? The same thing males do? I know her fairly...
  47. WolfOfTheSteps

    Ideas for an Independent Research Project in Signals

    I'm looking ahead to winter quarter 2008 when I will be starting an independent research project. I wanted to get an early start in thinking about what I might be able to do. I am thinking that I want to do something in signal processing, but don't have enough knowledge to make a choice. Here...
  48. A

    Programs Ideas of what degree to go for.

    what should i do next?:confused: hi i ll be starting my third year of meachanical engineering this august. i have my interest in aerospace engineering. but the problem is that we don't have any professor in our college related to this field:cry::cry: i do my stuff in this field via net n some...
  49. R

    Help on Project Ideas for 3rd Year Mechanical Engineering Student

    Help on project ideas! I'm a 3rd year student of mechanical engineering. I have to submit a proposal for a project within a week. The project should be on control and measurement. I need some ideas and any web links related.Plz help! Things i shouldn't use in my project: Microcontroller...
  50. S

    DNA study challenges basic ideas in genetics Genome 'junk' appears essential

    This is what any involved person intuitivelly knew from the beginning of the hype, and now even the scientists figured out: :confused: http://www.boston.com/news/science/articles/2007/06/14/dna_study_challenges_basic_ideas_in_genetics/"
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