Rugby: Gloves Or Not, What Is The Best Way To Hold Onto The Ball?
Monday, March 18, 2013 - 10:40
in Physics & Chemistry
Engineers at the University of Sheffield have been doing some science of rugby - measuring the dynamic friction between the material of the ball and the skin on the fingertips and palm, and the mitts that some players choose to wear under different weather conditions to find the best way to limit the risk of a player fumbling the ball. read more