08-12-2016, 09:15 AM
(08-12-2016, 08:47 AM)BIAD Wrote: Even worse, why do we take the batteries out of the remote, rub them and then
put them back in believing that one's tactile manipulation will magically endow them
with a little-more power?!
... and sometimes it works!
Sadly.... I actually know the answer to that one!
The friction from rubbing the batteries creates heat, and the heat (being a form of energy) when transferred to the batteries can give them just enough of a boost to get them to work again... briefly!
I do know a better "sciencey" one though.... (you'll LOVE this!)
STARING AT CARS
If your car has remote central locking operated from the keyfob, it will work up to about 50 feet away from the car?
So, walk away from your car, and test how far you can get away from it and still get the remote to work.
Then take one step further! Find the exact point at which your remote WON'T work.
Now stare at your car.... and place the keyfob to the side of your head (as if you were "shooting" yourself with it) and operate the keyfob whilst it's pointing at your temple... Your remote WILL WORK!
(Now you will try it again.... just to make sure!!! ROFL)
