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Craigavad is from the Irish phrase Craig an Bháda, meaning 'rock of the boat' and refers to an area of North Down on the southside of Belfast Lough.

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Category: Physics

The Secret Life of a Spinning Golf Ball: One Hop and Stop
golf, Physics

The Secret Life of a Spinning Golf Ball: One Hop and Stop

A golfer hits a shot to the green. It lands, bounces forward but then spins and stops. Just how does that happen? What’s the physics involved? And the maths? Continue reading The Secret Life of a Spinning Golf Ball: One Hop and Stop

From Fairway to Fire Risk: Understanding Lithium Batteries
golf, Physics

From Fairway to Fire Risk: Understanding Lithium Batteries

Lithium batteries are fantastic. Powerful, easy to charge, light. But there are rare problems. Here we gently dive into the physics and chemistry of lithium to understand the issues. Continue reading From Fairway to Fire Risk: Understanding Lithium Batteries

Putting numbers on golf shots: the  technologies behind launch monitors
golf, Physics

Putting numbers on golf shots: the technologies behind launch monitors

Golf is very hard! Launch monitors that provide information about golf swings and ball flight have had a big impact in tuition and practice. How do they work? Continue reading Putting numbers on golf shots: the technologies behind launch monitors

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