How the Atomic Clock Works
Posted by Carlos on 5/29/2013 to
Alarm Clocks
It is a common misconception that atomic clocks work from the same principles as the atomic bomb. This is not so, but it is an easily made mistake, because an atomic clock is a massive contraption that looks like it might be used as a weapon by some mad scientist. Atomic clocks are called such, because they have a terrifying accuracy that is achieved based on measurements of slight changes in the electrons that orbit the nucleus of an atom.
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A Timely Gift for New Graduates
Posted by Bryan on 5/25/2013 to
Alarm Clocks
New high school grads may think they are through with getting up for school... wrong. Here comes first day of college classes -- and now they have to be on time without Mom's help in the morning! That's why the Neverlate Alarm Clock makes a great graduation gift.
