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Old 03-31-2017, 03:15 PM   #16 (permalink)
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I think the force field analogy fits best, but it's micro eddies or small vortexes of disturbed air forming a protective film or barrier which allows passing air to pass more easily.

Golf ball dimples, shark skin etc.............all depend on the passing fluid (air/water) to initialize the event.

Dimples are passive, this thing is active.
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