Wedge constant :- Newtons laws of motion

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Discussion Overview

The discussion revolves around the concept of "wedge constant," its definition, and potential applications. Participants express uncertainty about the term and its relevance in physics, particularly in relation to Newton's laws of motion.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory
  • Debate/contested

Main Points Raised

  • Some participants inquire about the definition and usage of the wedge constant, indicating a lack of familiarity with the term.
  • One participant suggests that the term may be used in specific branches of applied physics, potentially related to experimental setups involving wedges.
  • Another participant humorously proposes that the wedge constant could be related to the mathematical constant π, linking it to a playful interpretation involving pie.
  • A later reply introduces a humorous equation relating to the pain from a wedgie, suggesting a light-hearted take on the concept.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants generally express uncertainty about the wedge constant, with no consensus on its definition or application. Multiple competing views and interpretations remain unresolved.

Contextual Notes

Limitations include the lack of established definitions or references for the term "wedge constant," and the discussion appears to depend on informal interpretations and humor rather than formal physics concepts.

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what is wedge constant and where and how to use it?
 
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Hi Alche! :smile:
Alche said:
what is wedge constant and where and how to use it?

Never heard of it. :confused:

Where did you find it (can you give us a link or a quote)?
 
One of my friend asked me about this, I couldn't find anything about it in books and google so posted it here.

Even I don't have any information about this:confused:
 
Alche said:
One of my friend asked me about this, I couldn't find anything about it in books and google so posted it here.

Even I don't have any information about this:confused:
It might well be that in certain branches of applied physics, "wedge constant" is a commonly used term.

But, it will not be a fundamental term, but related to some commonly used apparatus, say, in experimental set-ups, or, perhaps, that the objects studied are readily modeled by wedges, or happens to be wedges themselves.

I don't think the wedge physics community is very large, though..
 
Maybe it's π …

you can have a wedge of pie! :biggrin:​
 
tiny-tim said:
Maybe it's π …

you can have a wedge of pie! :biggrin:​
Nope, I've eaten it already. :smile:
 
F=kp

F= applied force
p=pain
k=wedgie constant

The pain felt from a wedgie is proportional to the force applied in pulling their underpants.

:)
 

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