Results

The winner of the 2009 Tournament was Raffles Institution. The second place winner was Woodberry Forest School. The tournament was hosted at Woodberry Forest School.

Problems

Probability: A coin is held horizontally above a surface. What initial conditions will ensure equal probability of a heads and tails when the coin is dropped and has come to rest?

Magneto Hydrodynamics: A shallow vessel contains a liquid. When an electric and magnetic field are applied, the liquid can start moving. Investigate this phenomenon and suggest a practical application.

Fluid Lens: Develop a fluid lens system with an adjustable focus. Investigate the quality and possible applications of your system.

Ice Bulge: Fill a plastic tray or tub with water. When frozen, under certain conditions, a bulge can appear on the surface. Investigate this phenomenon.