NPR: The Physics of Bowling (Or: When Harry Met Alley)

The Physics of Bowling (Or: When Harry Met Alley)

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Listen to our interview with USBC engineer Paul Ridenour

Today we did a segment that combined everything I love: bowling. Actually, it was an interesting look at the physics of bowling, in which we talked with Paul Ridenour, research engineer at the United States Bowling Congress. They just wrapped up a two year study on bowling ball motion, conducted in response to fears that fancy new balls are making bowling more about technology than skill. They conducted their tests using "Harry," a ball-rolling robot that is the feature of this awesomely deadpan video on the USBC's website, entitled, "When Harry Met Alley." Enjoy...

Video courtesy of the United States Bowling Congress

Dan Pashman

1:10 PM ET | 05-16-2008 | permalink

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