Rugby ball testing at wind tunnel

Rugby ball testing at wind tunnel
Photo by Russ Houston

July 13, 2006

Graduate student Amar Amin is among aerospace engineering researchers conducting wind-tunnel studies on the aerodynamic properties of rugby balls. The investigation will provide information
on how the game ball's speed, angle and spin rate influence its flight. Ultimately, the work will help guide rugby coaches in maximizing their players' skills and performances.