Hacker News new | past | comments | ask | show | jobs | submit login

To understand the paradox, the researchers set up a computer model of a sprinter’s push-off. The simulation revealed that despite providing a mechanical disadvantage, the short lever arm of a sprinter’s heel actually produced more force than the longer lever arm of a non-sprinter.

Funny how as soon as you discover something, your computer simulations miraculously start to predict it.




Guidelines | FAQ | Lists | API | Security | Legal | Apply to YC | Contact

Search: