How do transistors control power in electronic devices? In this fun episode of ScienceLIVE, Roger Billings demonstrates how a simple spoon relay can show the power of transistors! Learn how these tiny switches help control electricity and make all our electronic gadgets work smoothly. Tune in to see how this cool experiment makes complex science easy to understand.
Episodes
97. Logic Gates – An Inside Look at How Computers Work
Ever wonder how computers make decisions? In this episode of ScienceLIVE, Roger Billings breaks down the magic of logic gates—tiny building blocks that help computers think! Learn how these simple yes-or-no switches work together to solve problems and power everything from video games to apps. Discover the cool science behind the technology that makes computers tick!
96. Inventing Modern Homes for Futuristic Communities
What will homes look like in the future? In this episode of ScienceLIVE, Roger Billings explores the innovations behind modern, high-tech homes built for futuristic communities. Discover how technology and sustainability are shaping the neighborhoods of tomorrow!
95. How Fireflies Glow – The Chemistry of Bioluminescence
What makes fireflies glow? Join Roger Billings as he helps students explore the enchanting world of fireflies! Discover the amazing chemistry behind their glow and see how these tiny creatures light up the night with their bioluminescence.
94. Truck Challenge | The Final Showdown
Rev up for the Truck Challenge finale on Science LIVE with Roger Billings! Who will win? Watch as contestants reveal their truck modifications and the science behind their designs— adding lights and other modifications takes more math and engineering than you might expect!
93. Lighting Up a Ford Raptor | Engineering a 500 Watt Upgrade!
How do you take a truck’s lighting to the next level? In this Science LIVE episode, Roger Billings tackles a 500-watt lighting upgrade for a Ford Raptor. Explore the science and engineering behind high-powered lights that transform night driving—perfect for off-road adventures. From wiring to wattage, see the tech that lights the way!
92. A Close-Up Look at Steam Engines
All aboard for ScienceLIVE! Join Roger Billings for a close-up look at steam engines—one of the most powerful inventions in history. Discover how these mighty machines work, the science behind steam power, and how they shaped the world of transportation.
91. Secrets of the Haunted House Illusion I Discovering the Hall Effect
What’s the secret behind haunted house illusions? In this episode of ScienceLIVE, Roger Billings unveils the science behind a spooky illusion he created for a haunted house! Plus, discover the Hall effect—what it is, how it works, and the surprising ways it’s used in technology.
90. Avogadro’s Number and the Mole
How big is a mole? No, not the animal—the scientific kind! In this episode of ScienceLIVE, Roger Billings breaks down Avogadro’s Number and the mole, revealing how chemists use this giant number to count tiny atoms and molecules. Get ready for a mind-blowing look at the building blocks of matter!








