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Re: Magic Bullet - 08-09-2007, 02:12 PM

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Originally Posted by N0B0DY View Post
Good stuff, RP.

Just one more thing if I may. Would the bullet spinning clockwise veer left if fired in outer space?
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Dear Nobody:

IMO, it may or not, in deep outer space, depending on whether the factor of angular momentum is functionally engaged.

On the other hand there is no atmosphere to allow for the co-axially spinning missile to purchase lateral or vertical traction.

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