Science?

[andrewducker]

On the one hand, it's not a great example of good science programming.

On the other hand - I want one!

(cheers to cybik for the link)

Comments

[cybik.livejournal.com]

They did explain the science behind it to a small extent, but mostly my thoughts were the same as yours!

[holyoutlaw.livejournal.com]

This is very much like a BBC take off on Mythbusters. (In fact, I wouldn't be surprised if Mythbusters hasn't done this already.)

[dreema.livejournal.com]

neat :)

not sure it'd fit on the roof of the car though.

[broin.livejournal.com]

It's an Airzooka: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KH3lqTNHtZM I got one to use in the theatre to throw actors off their lines, but it made a loud thumping sound when the diaphragm snaps back.

You can apparently make one yourself: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Aja4JCV-m8Q

[paddie-gal.livejournal.com]

We got an Airzooka to knock over things that weren't too heavy.