The Physics of Dance - University of Illinois High Energy Physics ...
The Physics of Dance - University of Illinois High Energy Physics ...
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Balance While Turning<br />
Not all positions which are statically<br />
balanced can be held in a turn.<br />
An example:<br />
centrifugal<br />
force<br />
centrifugal<br />
force<br />
v ! v !<br />
contact point<br />
with floor<br />
stays fixed<br />
Centrifugal forces exert a torque, throwing the<br />
dancer <strong>of</strong>f balance.<br />
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