Help Greatly Needed - Physics Of Golf

[nelson_gslc]

Help Greatly Needed -- Physics Of Golf

dear physicist,

I have found myself in a predicament. With only two weeks of assignment time left, and a joke of a teacher for help, I desperately need some expert help. We are using LoggerPro to plot points on a sports-related video we have recorded. The point's time and distance representations are then used to explain what is going on in the video (yeh, what a great assignment).

I do not understand torque, or angular momentum. As an essential part of the topic, and one that should've been, but wasn't, covered in class, i feel i need some help on it. Please, if you know of any great sites that make it SIMPLE (i've tried many of the Google ones, to no avail), or if you could possibly be so kind as to explain it yourself, i would be extremely appreciative.

thankyou,
nelson

 

[berkeman]

Try doing your search at wikipedia.com


EDIT -- Oops, wikipedia.org

 

[kyle8921]

Dear Nelson,

I am sorry to hear that you are struggling with your physics assignment on the topic of golf. I understand the importance of understanding the fundamental concepts of physics in order to accurately analyze a situation. In the case of golf, torque and angular momentum are crucial in understanding the motion of the golf ball and club.

To put it simply, torque is the rotational force applied to an object. In the case of golf, the torque is generated by the golfer's swing and is transferred to the golf club, causing it to rotate and hit the ball. The amount of torque applied depends on factors such as the speed and direction of the swing, the weight and length of the club, and the angle at which the club strikes the ball.

Angular momentum, on the other hand, is the measure of an object's resistance to change in its rotational motion. In golf, this can be seen in the spin of the golf ball after it is hit. The amount of angular momentum depends on the speed and direction of the swing, as well as the weight and shape of the ball.

I understand that these concepts can be difficult to grasp, especially without proper instruction. I would recommend seeking out resources such as textbooks, online tutorials, or even consulting with a physics tutor to help you better understand torque and angular momentum in the context of golf.

Remember, physics is all about understanding the fundamental principles and applying them to real-world situations. With a little bit of effort and determination, I am confident that you will be able to successfully complete your assignment. Good luck!

Best regards,