direction and magnitude of force on an arrow that left a bow.

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The discussion centers on the angle formed between the direction of impact and the length of an arrow as it leaves a bow. It is established that the arrow typically exits the bow at a slightly upward angle, while it impacts the target at a slightly downward angle. To minimize this angle discrepancy, users can employ a stronger bow, lighter arrows, or advanced techniques such as using cams for increased thrust. Creative solutions like active guidance or specialized shooting environments are also suggested.

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what can the angle between the direction of force of impact and the length of the arrow be?
sir,
I would like to know what the angle formed between the direction of impact and the length of arrow that leaves a bow? If it exists can it be reduced?
thank you
 
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Usually direction of impact and direction of arrow motion coincide. Maybe I am not catching you.
 
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shivakumar said:
TL;DR Summary: what can the angle between the direction of force of impact and the length of the arrow be?

sir,
I would like to know what the angle formed between the direction of impact and the length of arrow that leaves a bow? If it exists can it be reduced?
thank you
Are you referring to the tension in the string of the bow?
 
shivakumar said:
I would like to know what the angle formed between the direction of impact and the length of arrow that leaves a bow? If it exists can it be reduced?
The direction of the arrow as it leaves the bow will usually be slightly upward. The direction of the arrow as it impacts the target will usually be slightly downward. That is why they call it archery.

If you want to reduce the discrepancy between the two angles, you want a faster arrow. Stronger bow, lighter arrow, shortened range, maybe cams to apply more thrust through the release, maybe a crossbow.

Or maybe get really creative with active guidance.

Or do your shooting on the vomit comet.
 
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