Performance Sailing Explained to Engineers

America’s Cup racing is a prestigious and highly competitive sailing event that engineers can appreciate for its intricate design and technical aspects. This race features two sailing teams, the defender (the current champion) and the challenger, competing for the America’s Cup trophy. Here’s a detailed breakdown of the key elements: 1. Boat Design and Engineering: … More Performance Sailing Explained to Engineers

Spinning Balls and Conservation of Angular Momentum

Let’s delve into the mechanics of a spinning golf ball in flight, addressing this as engineers. We’ll break it down into key concepts: 1. Eccentricity Correction in Flight: When a golf ball is hit, it often has some degree of eccentricity or imbalance in its rotation. This eccentricity can manifest as a wobble in the … More Spinning Balls and Conservation of Angular Momentum

Energy Risk Engineering takes on Vineyard Pests

Let’s develop an IPM program for spider mite control in a wine vineyard using an energy risk engineering approach. An Integrated Pest Management (IPM) program using an energy risk engineering approach for spider mite control in a wine vineyard could involve: Remember, the goal is to achieve effective spider mite control while minimizing energy usage … More Energy Risk Engineering takes on Vineyard Pests

Should the LPGA adopt the LIV business model?

Let’s discuss the LPGA adopting a new fan focused format for golf with 54 hole tournaments, no cuts and shotgun starts. Discuss the impact on the fan experience with examples. Discuss how players would benefit from such a change. The proposed changes to the LPGA format could have a significant impact on the fan experience. … More Should the LPGA adopt the LIV business model?

Evolution of Golf Broadcasting – according to AI

Let’s write a white paper discussing the future of golf broadcasting in a hypothetical scenario where 50 of the world’s best golfers form their own league. The league broadcast coverage will be delivered by the same team every event. Whereas, currently the various professional golf tournaments are covered by 5 different networks and their separate … More Evolution of Golf Broadcasting – according to AI

How can the players on the PGAT replace a rogue Commissioner?

Let’s discuss how the players of the PGA Tour can replace a rogue Commissioner. The PGA Tour is governed by a Board of Directors, which is responsible for overseeing the organization and making key decisions. The Commissioner of the PGA Tour is appointed by the Board of Directors and serves as the chief executive officer … More How can the players on the PGAT replace a rogue Commissioner?