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     • The circulation about the disc and the free-stream flow of air past the disc causes a force in the direction of the cross product of V with the angular momentum of the disc. This is attributed to the Magnus Effect, which is caused by one side of the disc percieving a higher free-stream velocity than the other, causing a pressure gradient.
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   Why do flying discs have a 'S-shaped' ground path?

   • discs were performed to visualize their flight trajectories and attitudes. These simulations, combined with the experimental data, provide details on the well-known “S-shaped” ground-path traced by a flying disc. ratio (CL/CD) and, more importantly, its coefficient of pitching moment (CM). The latter influences the tendency of the disc

   Aerodynamic performance of flying discs - Sheffield Hallam University

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   What if a flying disc was a flat disc?

   • If a typical commercial flying disc were a perfectly flat disc, CL would be zero at an angle of attack of zero. Although, the camber or shape of the disc allows for non-zero lift at an angle of attack zero. The coefficient of lift at zero angle of attack is often denoted CL0, and the increase of CL with α is denoted CLα.

   The Aerodynamics and Stability of Flying Discs

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   What is the physics of a flying disc?

   • The physics of its flight is subtle and remarkable. To first approximation, a flying disc is simply an axi-symmetric wing with an elliptical cross-section. Of course, most ordinary wings would be unstable if simply thrown through the air, but the essential mechanics of its lift are mostly ordinary.

   The Aerodynamics and Stability of Flying Discs

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   Why does a flying disc have a S-shaped trajectory?

   • Data from this study supports the explanation for the well-known “S-shaped” trajectory traced by a flying disc. The lateral moment to change sign. Simultaneously, its rolling direction is reversed as well due to the coupling effect produced by the gyroscopic precession.

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   Why does a disc turn right during a flight?

   • Disc turns right during the high-speed portion of the flight. These types of discs are more sensitive to speed, and will usually flip to stable or over-stable at low speeds. Disc turns left during both high-speed and low-speed portions of the flight. This is the Left/Right bank or roll angle of the disc at release.

   Aerodynamics of Flying Discs - University of Wisconsin–Madison

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   What determines the flight performance of a disc?

   • The flight performance of a disc is governed by its aerodynamic characteristics, influenced by its geometrical properties, e.g., camber, rim edge-shape profile, lower-surface cavity height, and thickness-to-diameter ratio. Except for the cavity, the other parameters are familiar design variables of a wing of an aircraft.

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3. shura.shu.ac.uk › 14521 › 1Aerodynamic performance of flying discs

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   discs were performed to visualize their flight trajectories and attitudes. These simulations, combined with the experimental data, provide details on the well-known “S-shaped” ground-path traced by a flying disc. Findings – This study reveals two key parameters to evaluate the flight performance of a disc: its coefficient of lift-to-drag

4. discnerds.com › discs › the-science-of-disc-golfThe Science of Disc Golf: Understanding Disc Dynamics - DiscNerds

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   Sep 8, 2023 · This article delves deep into the captivating world of disc dynamics, unraveling the scientific principles that govern a disc's flight and how it interacts with environmental variables. From the forces of lift, drag, and spin to unique disc shapes and materials, we cover it all.

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6. highaltitudehealth.com › 2022/07/05 › watch-out-forWatch Out for Flying Discs: How High Altitude Changes Flight

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   Jul 5, 2022 · At high altitudes discs drift less toward the right during the first half of their S-curve, and they begin the second half of their S-curve sooner along their flight path. The result is discs fly not so much in an S-shaped path, but rather a J-shaped, or hook-shaped path.

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   When a flying disc is thrown with greater velocity, it covers more distance, provided its aerodynamic design is optimized for flight. The speed at which you release the disc impacts its trajectory and the S-shaped path it follows.

8. www.emerald.com › insight › contentAerodynamic performance of flying discs | Emerald Insight

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   Mar 5, 2018 · Full six degree-of-freedom simulations of the discs were performed to visualize their flight trajectories and attitudes. These simulations, combined with the experimental data, provide details on the well-known “S-shaped” ground-path traced by a flying disc.

   • Author: Noorfazreena M. Kamaruddin, Jonathan R. Potts, William J. Crowther

   • Publish Year: 2018

9. large.stanford.edu › courses › 2007The Aerodynamics and Stability of Flying Discs

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   If a typical commercial flying disc were a perfectly flat disc, C L would be zero at an angle of attack of zero. Although, the camber or shape of the disc allows for non-zero lift at an angle of attack zero.

10. pages.cs.wisc.edu › ~bolo › discAerodynamics of Flying Discs - University of Wisconsin–Madison

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    Why does a flying disc fly really well, say compared to a disc that doesn't rotate when it flies? Well, the real answer is that physics in the name of lift, angular momentum, and gyroscopic precession become involved.