A 2D Heron's Fountain Behaves Weirdly

Heron's Fountain is a mind bending hydrodynamic mechanism. It appears to be perpetual motion but it fact it's a really clever mix of pneumatics and hydraulics. This 2D presentation helps to explain how it works. Free to watch on Dr.Doc Kids.

Courtesy of Steve Mould on YouTube. Watch on YouTube ↗

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