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Steve Gray
Steve Gray
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Re: Rotation
Aug 29, 2003, 18:36
Slippage is undesirable for two reasons. Firstly, the tower needs to be taller to allow for it. Secondly the frictional force can be affected significantly by varying surface roughness, so it makes the outcome less predictable. If we can't eliminate it, then we have to allow for it.

If you have an idea that would eliminate slippage, let's hear it!
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