Why Do Vans Always Land Upright?

We take a look at the viral Vans Challenge to see the actual probability of its success, as well as potentially provide a scientific explanation for it.

Special Thanks to Professor Vitaly Kresin, Ph.D., and the USC Dornsife College of Letters, Arts and Sciences


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Vitaly Kresin, Ph.D.

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