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Old 04-17-2022, 07:14 PM   #19 (permalink)
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Originally Posted by Phase View Post
its hard to do the t shape test thing because ones a 5-10 pound mirror and the other is as light as a feather.
F=MA

Force
Mass
Acceleration

The heavier mirror would only require longer to move to its resting position at the chosen speed. The force from drag will be a relative constant. The mass will be constant for each mirror. So the only change will be the acceleration rate. Weight is a factor, but if you wait for things to settle out it will be accurate.

I do agree about finding a more convenient test. Julian had a sunroof available. I don't and unless I make a fixture or hang out the window it's not really an option. Unfortunately I don't have any suggestions as far as an easier test.
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