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Golf Compressions
Energy in Collisions & Compressions
May 6, 2020
Professional golfer Mike Miller's drive is analyzed and used to explain the physics concepts of collisions and compressions.
Mowing the Golf Course
Golf Course Agronomy
May 6, 2020
Agronomy is used to maintain turfgrass and create ideal environments for golf.
Golf Ball Dimples
Why Golf Balls Have Dimples
May 6, 2020
USGA engineer Steve Quintavalla explains why a golf ball is designed with tiny dimples, or impressions, on its surface.
Golf Velocity Image
Newton’s First & Second Laws of Motion
May 6, 2020
USGA research engineer Jim Hubbell explains how Newton's Laws of Motion are demonstrated in every round of golf.
Potential and Kinetic Energy
Potential & Kinetic Energy
May 6, 2020
LPGA golfer Paula Creamer's swing is analyzed to illustrate potential and kinetic energy.
Downward Look at Driver on Ball
Torque & Moment of Inertia
May 6, 2020
Torque and moment of inertia are two key physics concepts to hit the ball straight.
Watering the Golf Green
Water Conservation
May 6, 2020
Maintaining a golf course requires the use of one of nature's most precious resources: water.
Golf Swing Physics
Physics of the Golf Swing
May 6, 2020
The physics concepts of torque, centripetal force, and double pendulum effect help with powerful drives.
Math of Golf Scoring
Math of Golf Scoring
May 6, 2020
Unlike most sports, in the game of golf the player with the lowest score wins, and negative numbers can indicate a well-played game.
Plaid Pants and Putting the Ball
Work, Energy & Power
May 6, 2020
Suzann Pettersen, a professional golfer on the LPGA tour, uses putting to help demonstrate the physics concepts of work, energy, and power.
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