The Science of Archery & Shooting Sports: Graphs & Data for Science Lab - Paperback

by M. Schottenbauer (Author)

This book contains graphs showing the trajectory of arrows as they are shot from a child's bow at different angles and with a variety of bow pull lengths. A set of separate graphs analyze the forces of the bow as it is pulled to different lengths. These data can be used for lesson plans by teachers and parents. Bonus Data: Analyses of the mass distribution and balance point of the arrow provide additional perspective on the science of archery.

Author Biography

An award-winning musician and science student as a youth and young adult, M. Schottenbauer, Ph.D., studied music, physics, mathematics, and liberal arts at the university before going on to earn a doctorate in psychology. Dr. Schottenbauer held a position as a Research Assistant Professor, and currently works as an independent educational consultant.