The Billings Turbine
October 22, 2025 • EPISODE 283
In this episode of Science LIVE, Dr. Roger Billings introduces the Billings Turbine—an innovative engine designed to redefine how we convert motion into power. Learn how this turbine works, what sets it apart from traditional systems, and the exciting possibilities it could unlock for a cleaner, more efficient energy future.
About DrB
Dr. Roger Billings is a visionary innovator whose work has touched the lives of millions of students and transformed the landscape of education. Widely known as “DrB” to the countless kids who benefit from his groundbreaking Acellus learning system, Dr. Billings has dedicated his life to advancing education through technology.
As part of DrB’s lifelong commitment to supporting education, Science LIVE was launched as a way to “give back” by mentoring students in conjunction with the Roger Billings Scholarship Program.
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Really great video, thank you Dr.Billings.
R-51 always just makes these the best!
Love R-51! Always the best!
I love R -51
i love area 51 it makes my day!
R-51 is actually hilarious!!!
The CPU with the chip is really cool!
I didn’t know a diesel engine doesn’t have a spark plug.
Acellus has helped me so much to try and catch up with my credits while no other school has so thank you for that!
My favorite is listening to Tobias. Not only is he informative, he’s a great story teller
-A Problem is the mother of inventions.
I hope to invent something important one day like Dr. Billings.
What would happen if computer chips vanished overnight? Just how much of our lives and jobs revolve, and only function thanks to these small chips? From phones, cars, hospitals, and even power grids, what would happen?
It seems that a lot of break throughs in science came from experiencing a need, or as Dr. Billings said, find a problem to solve.
R.51 is my favorite part!!
Roger Billings is a great example of If at first you dont succeed, keep trying again. Even though he had failed attempts with the turbine, he kept pulling through!
“The Billings Turbine” is an awesome name in my opinion!
A magic class sounds cool!
I love what R-51 had to say.
I cant wait to see where this new cancer treatment goes, i hope it can really end up helping so many people in the future.
Do you think hydrogen power will power all the cars and houses someday? If you had to guess, when do you think that would happen?
(Help from mom to type question.)
I like learning from Dr. Tobias!
R-51 is super funny!
It means a lot that people are continuously trying to cure cancer, my Grandpa has been fighting breast cancer for five years now.
Loved this episode!
That plush alien was adorable.
How long would it take to grow the diamond over the chip?
I didn’t know that diamonds were very good conductors and also very good electrical conductors.
I really enjoyed listening to this video especially where Billings said Problem is a mother of invention. it is very true and relatable and puts a positive spin on every situation.
I love science live, it teaches me a lot!
Cool Beans
R-51 LOL!!!
The inside of the computer looks so cool!
The diamonds and computers stuff was very interesting I’ve never heard that before!! I liked how the students in different schools went from lower grade levels to where they need to be when using Acellus that’s so cool! Love Dr. Billings and Pajet tho as always they are so funny! (And R-51 too but ik he is Dr. Billings 😉 )
It would be so cool to see the Billings Turbine and how it works!
I like your dad joke about magic.
I liked when he was talking about the microchip. Seeing the chip up close was cool because it shows how it works and how something so small can hold so much memory.
I can’t believe they are making chips with dimonds in them. They are probably going to be very expensive!
Enjoyed learning about the Dr. Billing’s Turbine, He is a real inspiration!!
R-51 IS SO FUNNY! Definitely my favorite part of the show.
My brother helped me build a gaming computer from scratch.lots of work! I am going to make him watch this.
What was the inspiration behind developing the Billings turbine?
What is the difference between a scientific discovery and a useful invention?
R-51 made me smile.
What is fog made out of? I love r. 51 he is so funny.
Love the R-51. Roger is a genius
Every Wednesday I watch Science Live, it brings me joy. Because, it helps me learn and it is very entertaining to watch.
My brother and I always watch together, then the other posts seperately-
We were talking about how our grandma is a breast cancer survivor, our aunt is currently in treatment for ovarian cancer, and our moms good friend has terminal cancer (im not sure what kind). Seeing progress in cancer treatments is exciting- hopefully they can save so many more lives!
this is so creative cause how it looks the one thing I really like is how
the engine was powered and the last thing I really like is how R-51
made my day
thank you
Will the diamond make the technology less affordable for people?
I love R-51! I like how they are using natural resources for modern day machines.
Hey Roger Billings I am truly inspired by your work. Do you have any advice?
Science live is the best!
Dr. Roger Billings is so smart!
I enjoyed watching science live I always learn new things. I like Mr. Billings stories he is a good story teller!
I love how you are trying to create cleaner energy for our planet.
Tobias you’re the best! I love your section – I love history and you’re a great teacher. Thank you!
Breakthrough moments in Science is my favorite!! It’s interesting to learn about when and how all of these hardworking scientists uncover well deserving discoveries.
R-51 causing trouble like always. Don’t ever change.
Y’all had me at “Diamond”. Do you think that thefts and stuff will increase if the computer chips are more valuable?
I’ve seen fog near where we live. Is that like humidity?
My favorite part was when Dr. John talked about using diamonds to cool computers.
I am so excited to hear that cancer treatment research is furthering! Cancer affects so many families each and every day, so I really hope a more precise treatment becomes available to those affected.
I have learned so much with watching these Science lives.
R-51 is always so funny, he’s my favorite!
Can scientific theories be changed?
I enjoy the R.51 part as always
I love how fast and creative Mr Rodger Billings can make things!
I liked what Dr. Billings said about how a problem is the start of an invention.
having R-51 at the end just brightens my day, so funny! also What type of energy conversion is the Billings Turbine primarily designed for?
R-51 always makes me laugh
R51 is so funny!!!😂
Love this! R-51 is so cool.
I love R-51 like so many others do
Love the R51 squid!
I really like inventing. I like to cook and inventing new meals is really fun.
I love watching science live each week and learning about your engine
I love science!!!! can’t wait until the new episode tonight!!!!
Dr. Billings is such a huge asset to science
Hahaha! R-51 is hilarious! Always the best part of the class!
Great Science Live! Amazing to hear about score improvements in Acellus students and our growing knowledge of how diamonds can play a role in computer heating technology.
Wow, Another invention by Dr. Billings! It’s inspiring that you keep working on scientific improvements, even in your mature age! I wonder what your next invention will be! Thank you!
I love watching these.
I love listening to Dr.Billings. A cure for cancer would be amazing.
I love R-51
Lol! R-51 always makes my day!
I think it is cool that Stanford is going to try to cool down a computer chip with a diamond.
The new cancer treatment sounds like a great way to help people who need it.
The Billings Turbine is pretty cool for making power from small streams. It’s simple, efficient, and works great for off-grid setups.
I love R-51!!!
That jet is cool, would like to take a ride in it
I loved this episode! My favorite part was the Technology Spotlight by Dr. John. As computer chips continue to get smaller, computer unfortunately been overheating more. To counteract this, researchers at Stanford added diamond pillars to absorb the heat. I can’t wait for the next episode!
The part with the cut out of Pajet Monet was so funny!
R.51 is my favorite part.
Humidity is the amount of water in the air in a gas form rather than a liquid form.
I believe cancer will be treatable and cured one day
Science live is my favorite time
Dr. Roger billings so creative I love science!!!!
I like how Dr. Billings encourage us to invent things.
Dr. Billings I inspire to be like you one day.
I am so happy for air conditioning!
This is pretty cool
Im starting to love science! so creative
I love R-51
I think it’s really cool that you knew Bill Lear personally!
This was a spectacular science live and I am curious about R.15’s improvements in the Future!
the billings turbine is so cool!!!!
R:51 is both entertaining and educational, and I love to learn new facts with the technology spotlight can’t wait for the next episode.
having R-51 at the end just brightens my day, so funny! can’t to watch the next one!
Loving R.51 so far!
How does Dr Billings test stuff for science
how is Dr.billings so smart how did he get into science
R-51 was funny lol!
R.51 was so hilarious!
I love R51. Was it hard to make him with coding?
Wouldn’t diamonds inside the cpu and all the work to get it in there increase the price of a computer?
Dr. Billings is a genius I can’t wait for the next one
Dr billing is so inspirational!
Ooooo I cant wait for the invention fair!!
R.51 was so funny, I can’t wait to see what he will do next.
Wow, the interior of the computer is so cool! The big disc with all of the compartments is very fascinating because of how intricate the structure is. I did not know the diamond had the ability to conduct heat and prevent electricity from passing through it.
What type of energy conversion is the Billings Turbine primarily designed for?
How does Dr. Roger Billings do all this science?
Dr. Billings has the best stories and inspires me to solve any problem as I can. Also, I am completely on the R.51 fan club. Cannot wait for the next episode.
I wonder what’s going to happen with the cancer research and if they will be able to continue.
Loving R:51 so far!
A promising solution for cancer? That’s amazing!
It was cool to learn about the CPUs.
I loved this so much lol!
This episode was amazing! Can’t wait till the next one 🙂
I love the dad jokes at the start.
He is so cool😎.
Loving r 51! Best part in my opinion
WOW that is so cool that Dr Billings made a turbine! Will he put it on his jet?
Wow! This is so cool, I’m so happy to be learning at Acellus!
These examples and explanations are inspiring to be an inventor and make a difference
R-51 is funny!
r51 is what I look forward to every time I watch these.
R 51 has a sense of humor
Dr Billings is the best person to explain R:51!
Its funny when the little octopus turns on and walks when he puts it on the “Roatary Engine”
Great episode, R-51 is always my favorite part!!!
science live is the best ever
I really like hearing about new inventions you all talk about.
R-51 is cool
R:51 Is hilarious
Thank you for explaining how a turbine works vs piston
Thank you for teaching new things
R-51 was so funny!! Keep up the good work Acellus!
R-51 was the best part. Made me laugh!
I got a great chuckle from R-51..
R-51 is hilarious, I can’t even. Dr. Roger Billings is quite a genius
R-51 is super funny I can’t wait for what the next lesson has to bring
I’m excited for today’s Science Live.
R-51 was so funny cant wait for the next lesson
Loving R:51 so far!
Dr. Billing is a real genius. By the way, R:51 is funny.
I love r 51 soooooooo mmmmmuchhhh!!!!
R-51 is the best part
R-51 is so funny
The world needs new innovations and progressiveness.
Dr. Billings always has such great ideas!
R:51 has a very good sense of humor!
Computers with dimonds in them? I didn’t know that they were working on that. Also, a promising solution for cancer? AMAZING!
R:51 lol
I love R:51
The way that you convert motion into power is so cool!
Dr. Billings said something really important about ideas. So many things can be created if we finish past the halfway mark of the idea. The future is in this generation’s hands!
roger billings is so inspirational.
r-51!!!! 🤪😅🤣
Roger billings is so fantastic!!
R-51 is so funny
R-51 is hilarious
R-51 lol!!!
Inventions are so amazing! There are so many problems that can be solved, or made easier. I loved R-51’s super original idea, haha. R-51 never disappoints!
Dr. TOBIAS is my favorite
Roger Billings and Pajet Monet are so brilliant!