In a message dated 12/5/02 12:53:58 PM Eastern Standard Time,
lang@isis.mit.edu writes:
> > That would depend on frictional losses and aerodynamic constraints. As
long
>
> > as the engine produces enough power to overcome those resistance's than
> the
> > car will continue to accelerate. Top speed is determined by the point at
> > which the motor can either no longer rev any higher, or when aerodynamic
> and
> > friction issues equal the power available.
>
> ... or you become energy.
>
> :-)
>
> > Jeff Dewey
> > Richmond, VA
> > 76 TR6
>
> Apologies to the physicists out there who will no doubt tell us the real
> story.
>
> :-0
> rml
Hey Bob - According to my college diploma I am a Physicist! :-)
Jeff
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