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Mechanics of the surf skimmer revisited.
- Source :
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American Journal of Physics . Feb2003, Vol. 71 Issue 2, p144. 6p. 3 Diagrams, 2 Graphs. - Publication Year :
- 2003
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Abstract
- The mechanics of the surf skimmer, fun sport at the beach, is re-examined by using fundamental fluid mechanics. Comparison of the existing theories and consideration of the effects previously neglected lead to the conclusion: Edge's model is physically incorrect; Tuck and Dixon's theory provides physical insights into the surf skimming; there are several trade-offs in the mechanics of the surf skimmer and these make this sport fun and challenging. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
- Subjects :
- *SURFING
*MECHANICS (Physics)
*SURFBOARDS
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Details
- Language :
- English
- ISSN :
- 00029505
- Volume :
- 71
- Issue :
- 2
- Database :
- Academic Search Index
- Journal :
- American Journal of Physics
- Publication Type :
- Academic Journal
- Accession number :
- 9016883
- Full Text :
- https://doi.org/10.1119/1.1523073