Popular Mechanics South Africa

The South African edition of Popular Mechanics was launched in 2002 and has fast become the acknowledged voice of science and technology in South Africa. Underpinning its rich sci-tech content is an ever-changing mix of articles covering everything from automotive news and outdoor adventures to DIY projects. In essence, it explains how our world works

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CALENDAR • UPDATE YOUR DIARY • THIS DAY IN HISTORY

TIME MACHINE • It made per fect sense at the time

The F-15EX is a worthy remix of a classic American fighter

Science confirms Plato’s Theory: Earth is made of cubes

PLATO’S CUBES ON THE BIG SCREEN

Two mathematicians just solved a century-old geometry problem

WHAT ARE THESE SHAPES, ANYWAY?

Animal magnetism • Sentient is a book that explores the world around us, through the eyes (and ears, and noses) of animals.

RAZER • OPUS X WIRELESS HEADSET

VITAMER • PORTABLE BLENDER

DELL • XPS 13 LAPTOP

You've been conditioned to believe conspiracy theories. Or have you?!

HOW SOCIAL MEDIA AMPLIFIES THE SPREAD

THE FUTURE OF FARMING IS INSIDE THIS BOMB SHELTER

ON THE RIGHT TRACK • In a remote corner of Namibia, a group consisting of community members, researchers, rangers and engineers is using tracking technology to keep tabs on desert lions, a programme aimed at managing and reducing human-lion conflict.

Transatlantic crossing in a custom-made sea kayak • Paddling solo across the Atlantic Ocean is no ordinary mission. It requires unwavering determination, years of preparation, and cutting-edge equipment. That, and a custom-made and carefully engineered sea kayak.

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THE FUTURE IS BREWING • With tech and automation quickly becoming the norm across industries, AB InBev is buckling down to get the brewing industry on track to meet the demands of the future.

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The race to make cell-grown meats mainstream

ALSO ON THE MENU OF THE FUTURE

BUILD A FOLDING TABLE WITH LAP JOINTS • Putting the half-lap joint-making skills we learnt in our previous issue into practice, this is how you build a handy folding table that should last you a lifetime.

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COFFEE-TABLE CREATION

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JAGUAR F-PACE SVR

Ford • Ranger FX4

Land Rover • Defender 90 D240 S

How to use your 4WD system

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