Came across this video today and thought I’d pass it along.
Why do dimpled golf balls fly farther and straighter? This is a supercomputer simulation showing the details.
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It’s probably more than you want to know, but still cool. Add spin to the equation and I’m sure it gets completely out of hand.
According to the narrator, there are no rules regulating the number and shape of dimples on a golf ball. Almost hard to believe, but I’m too lazy to look it up. Enjoy.