Shane Wighton harnessed the power of geometry, physics, computer programming, machining, woodworking, and welding (he's a true renaissance man) to build a parabolic basketball backboard that drives the ball into the net.
Wighton based his design on millions of hypothetical shots, then used a CNC mill to cut the board out of pine. It failed spectacularly, necessitating new calculations and technical adjustments.
It's a truly amazing feat of imagination and multiple technical capabilities that will probably never been exhibited on an NBA court, which is unfortunate.
-via Gizmodo