Most people picture an anchor just “weighing a ship down,” but that’s not actually how it works at all — and the real explanation is way cooler. In this video, we’ll break down the surprising science behind anchors, how they grip the seafloor, and why even massive ships stay perfectly still during storms. You’ll see different anchor designs, what makes them so strong, and the clever mechanics hidden beneath the waves. We’ll also look at some wild anchor fails and what they teach engineers today. By the end, you’ll never look at a simple anchor the same way again. Let’s dive into the secret physics behind one of the ocean’s oldest tools.
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