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Re: Hand Grenade Physics

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Fabian Russell <fb@zen.info> wrote:
> During WWII, the American hand grenades were shaped like
> baseballs and thrown in the same manner.
> 
> However, the Germans had "stick grenades" and they were
> thrown differently:
> 
> http://pngimg.com/download/1329
> 
> Is there an advantage to the stick grenade in terms of
> throwing accuracy or distance?
> 
> Which design performs better and why?

Pros: Easier to throw, can throw farther, and don't roll on the ground.

Cons: Heavier and bigger, can carry fewer, and more complex to make.

 

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Jim Pennino

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