How do dimples on a golf ball affect its aerodynamics?

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Start date Jun 17, 2012
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Aerodynamics Ball Golf

Jun 17, 2012

spideykid7

Homework Statement

What effects does the shape of a golf ball (dimples) have on its aerodynamics in comparison to a ball without dimples.

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Jun 17, 2012

rock.freak667

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You can read more about it here but you might need to look more into flow, drag and lift.

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