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- Under the right conditions, raindrops can crack windshields.
https://phys.org/news/2019-11-physics-windshield-cracking-raindrops-demolish-kidney.html
which brings up the song:
which brings up the song:
Raindrops Cracking Windshields
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Discussion Overview
The discussion revolves around the physics of raindrops and their potential to crack windshields, as well as the implications of this research for kidney stone treatment. The conversation touches on both theoretical aspects and practical applications.
Discussion Character
- Exploratory, Technical explanation, Conceptual clarification, Debate/contested
Main Points Raised
- Some participants reference a research article discussing the physics behind raindrops cracking windshields and its implications for kidney stone treatment.
- One participant connects this research to previous work on blast physics and ballistics, suggesting practical applications in various fields.
- Another participant shares a personal strategy for avoiding kidney stones, emphasizing hydration.
- Some participants express skepticism about the effectiveness of sonic treatments for kidney stones, mentioning alternative procedures like roto-rooter treatments.
- A humorous remark is made regarding the terminology used, questioning whether "stones" refers to kidney stones or defective chips in circuits.
Areas of Agreement / Disagreement
The discussion includes multiple viewpoints regarding the effectiveness of treatments for kidney stones and the relevance of the research to practical applications. There is no clear consensus on the best approach to managing kidney stones or the implications of the raindrop research.
Contextual Notes
Participants express varying degrees of certainty about the effectiveness of different treatments for kidney stones, and there are unresolved assumptions regarding the physics of raindrops and their impact on materials.
Who May Find This Useful
Readers interested in the intersection of physics and practical applications in medicine, as well as those exploring the effects of environmental factors on material integrity.
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It's great that this research could improve the treatment for kidney stones. Good stuff.
This research reminds me of the work by @Dr. Courtney on blast physics and ballistics, which also has very practical applications.
This research reminds me of the work by @Dr. Courtney on blast physics and ballistics, which also has very practical applications.
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Interesting article. Thanks for the tag. I don't have much to comment except that my plan is to avoid kidney stones by drinking lots of water.
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Sometimes they are unavoidable and sometimes sonic treatments won't work and that means its roto-rooter time.
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Stones? Dont you mean defective chips in your circuit?jedishrfu said:
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