Universal Physics Journal
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Event 1: Balancing a Broom Handle |
Event 1 is the first of a Three-Event series. The ultimate
goal of this series is to provide a full understanding of the forces
present when one rounds a turn while operating a bicycle, motorcycle,
automobile, SUV, or pickup truck. Once an understanding of the
forces present during such events is reached, the effect of lowering the
center of gravity of four-wheeled vehicles will be investigated with
both performance and safety aspects in mind. The series begins
with balancing, by hand, an ordinary broom handle. Locate a
typical shop broom, unscrew the long handle and you are ready to begin. |
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Event 2: Balancing a Turning
Bicycle or Motorcycle |
The second in this Three-Event series is one where our attention is focused on the forces present as a cyclist rounds a horizontal turn in the road at a steady rate of speed. All of the forces present in Event 1, with its falling broom handle, are equally present in Event 2 so be sure not to skip the reading of Event 1! Here bicycle and motorcycle performance and safety techniques will be considered. If you ride for sport or pleasure, Event 2 is for you. (A work in progress.) |
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Event 3: A Turning Auto or SUV |
In this final of our Three-Event series, I will give safety and performance considerations some attention while cornering a four-wheeled vehicle. How much safer is a lowered SUV or pickup? What performance differences can one expect with the installation of stiffer sway bars? Does a longer vehicle wheelbase have an overall effect upon vehicle safety? I'll try to rustle up some appropriate vendor links to those manufacturers whose aftermarket products can bring safety and performance improvements to the vehicles you already own. Are you considering the purchase of a SUV (Sport Utility Vehicle)? Event 3 is a must read, but not before reading Events 1 and 2. No cheating! (A work in progress.) |
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Event 4: The Physics Of A Tornado |
A tornado is a vortex of air that, upon touch down, can result is unimaginable destruction. The rotating vortex of air has been recorded to reach speeds of over 300 miles per hour. As depicted in the movie "Twister", attempts to understand the physics of a tornado have been ongoing for decades. Yet no clear description of how a tornado functions has surfaced. Perhaps such a description exists but is kept under wraps due to a disagreement with the concepts of Modern Physics. I propose we have an open look at the function of a tornado from a Universal Physics perspective. Perhaps one of the outcomes of Event 4 will be a better understanding of how to modify a home so it will retain its roof as a tornado passes quickly overhead. |
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Event 5: Golf Club Swing & Impact
Forces Author: Ethan Skyler Publication Date: to be announced Revision Date: June 18, 2006 |
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