A First-Principles Model of Curling Stone Dynamics

An asymmetric force arising from grit and ice debris transfer gives rise to a model of curling stone trajectories that is compatible with observations. There are (almost) no free parameters in this model.

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Published in:Tribology letters 2022-09, Vol.70 (3), Article 84
Main Author: Denny, Mark
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Asymmetry
Chemistry and Materials Science
Corrosion and Coatings
First principles
Friction
Materials Science
Nanotechnology
Original Paper
Physical Chemistry
Stone
Surfaces and Interfaces
Theoretical and Applied Mechanics
Thin Films
Tribology
Velocity
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Summary:An asymmetric force arising from grit and ice debris transfer gives rise to a model of curling stone trajectories that is compatible with observations. There are (almost) no free parameters in this model.
ISSN:1023-8883
1573-2711
DOI:10.1007/s11249-022-01623-1