The World's Heaviest Weight
Veritasium
Jul 30, 2026 13:00
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How do you measure big forces accurately?
By calibrating your force transducer on the world's biggest weight - 1,000,000 pounds of force.
This machine ensures planes don't break apart, jets provide required thrust, and rockets make it to their destination.
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