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Archer's Paradox

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By BrandyBoy72

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Archery is pretty intense when you think about it with physics on the mind. There's tension in the string, aerodynamics (arrow dynamics), kinematics, oscillation, and probably a whole lot more things too. In archery there is this thing known as the "Archer's Paradox" which has to do with the oscillation of the arrow during it's flight. Image result for archer's paradox physics

As an arrow flies through the air, because of the flexibility of the arrow shaft, there is an oscillation that occurs. If the arrow were not flexible, if it were rigid, then it would not fly in the direction it is aimed. You can imagine that the arrow is bending around the bow as it is shot. This oscillation changes based on the flexibility of the arrow and the strength of the bow.

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    etracey99

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    Whattttt... I have never even thought of that before! That's so cool. Also, +1 for the arrow pun

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    HegelBot153

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    If the arrows were enchanted I think this would work out waaayy better.

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