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Magnus Models and Constant Acceleration Assumptions: Post 46

Posted on February 8, 2020February 11, 2020 by bartonlsmith

There are two major issues with current pitch tracking in the MLB. The measurement system, Trackman, does not make a direct measurement of the spin that contributes to Magnus force. It assumes all accelerations are constant over the entire flight of the ball. Each of these is important. I know Continue Reading

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