But it really is science...

[Bob in a quantum-state-of-faith]

Remember those guys who were famous in 2006 for their diet coke and mentos candy fountains?  Impressive.

Well, they are at it again-- this time with coke zero, mentos and a car... seriously. (well, it has only 3 wheels and is light, but it is a people-carrying vehicle).

Preview - watch this first

Some early experiments, not all successful

The Main Event (2D)

[Sibling Zono (anon1mat0)]

Embedded for your convenience:
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I wonder if they used special nozzles like the mythbusters guys...

[Sibling DavidH]

More research is needed to find the equivalent substances in the UK, where we don't have Coke Zero or Mentos.  No doubt the project will appeal to Prince Charles.   

[Lindorm]

Britain does not need to feel ashamed. The two first seasons of "Brainiac" featured quite a bit of experimentation with CO₂ extinguisher-powered vehicles, such as the CO₂ rocket-powered wheelchair and pool float.

Vide!:
http://vodpod.com/watch/1509659-brainiac-science-abuse-carbon-dioxide-water-craft

[Sibling DavidH]

Yes, I saw those.  And John Tickle walked on custard, which the Murrikins have not yet achieved, I think.  Also, Professor Mi Ang Li in the wobbly bikini was a triumph for British science.