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To: sionnsar; Tax-chick; Monkey Face
Normal varies with ones density!


958 posted on 12/09/2008 12:40:36 PM PST by ThomasThomas (Sometimes don;t use tags /s)
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From those equations, it seems inherently obvious that the greatest speeds can be achieved, (along with aerodynamic maneuverability), from a thin wedge shape rather than a cone.

Of course, one garners the same advantage with a flying saucer profile, along with the ability to dissipate heat more readily.

Besides, Klaatu said that middle factor was unimportant.


963 posted on 12/09/2008 5:22:26 PM PST by NicknamedBob (When in the course of human events, if you can't swim, at least dog-paddle.)
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