Re: [Phys-l] Does defrosting make a difference and why?

[Bernard Cleyet <bernardcleyet@redshift.com>]

When will I learn?


However, all readers of phys-l know?  that JD uses PBBA for proof by bold assertion.

On the frozen chick -- both are used, but I evidently, didn't carefully read as my impression was both did damage.

A little more thought and I think I answer my question.  A frozen chick will result in a less inelastic collision.  At least less loss in the chick, therefore, more in the windshield?

bc sent to the Bcc people the phrase initialized.


On 2012, Feb 11, , at 16:59, brian whatcott wrote:

> If, as Chuck supposes, bc's meaning is this:
> "Does defrosting make a difference and why?
> ...According to Snopes, (it) doesn't."
>
> However, my reading of Snopes suggests that though the USAF used both 
> frozen carcases, and very high impact speeds  (the frozen carcase was 
> known to be a higher-impact object on fuselage transparencies) - the 
> limp carcass is the preferred  device for challenging aero engines.
>
> Brian W
>
> That is to say, if Chuck is right, bc is wrong...but who knows?
>
> Brian W