Melting Gives Ice Block a Push

Melting Gives Ice Block a PushA floating block of ice with an asymmetric bottom is propelled through water by its own melting-a process that may be relevant for icebergs.

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Physics
Published
2026-03-13
DOI
https://doi.org/10.1103/physics.19.36
Primary Topic
Experimental and Theoretical Physics Studies
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Melting Gives Ice Block a Push

David Ehrenstein
Physics
Experimental and Theoretical Physics Studies
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Melting Gives Ice Block a Push

David Ehrenstein
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Abstract

Melting Gives Ice Block a PushA floating block of ice with an asymmetric bottom is propelled through water by its own melting-a process that may be relevant for icebergs.

PhysicsVol. 19
Sorbonne Paris Cité (FR)
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