Fuck Yeah Fluid Dynamics

In this high-speed video, two flexible spheres are dropped from the same height. The one on the left is filled with air, the other is partially filled with a liquid. Although both spheres rebound to nearly the same height after the first bounce, their behavior differs drastically after that. The sloshing of the liquid inside the sphere acts as a damper, absorbing energy that would otherwise cause the ball to continue bouncing. The effects of contained liquids sloshing are important for understanding the dynamics of tankers, fuel on spacecrafts, and even how to walk without spilling your coffee.

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