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Unlike almost any other word, the term 'speed' conjures up a wealth of thrilling images and emotions relating to acceleration, dynamics, velocity and excitement.

The IMAX theatre film 'Top Speed' considers the physical experience of speed and the dynamics that are generated by the combination of several factors such as acceleration, deceleration, gravity and friction.

A collection of interesting articles and learning resources for schools relating to the Top Speed theme are available here.

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The Making of Top Speed (192kb)

Speed: How it affects us and our brain (289kb)

268 km/h on a bicycle (264kb)

Hectic Evolution - but where to? (295kb)

Top Speed Special - all 4 chapters (969kb)


Educator´s Guide (1,652kb)