Amazing BILLIARDS PHYSICS in Super Slow Motion

[@DrDaveBilliards]

*Table of Contents:* 0:00 - Intro 0:19 - 1 - Backspin and Topspin 1:27 - 2 - Corner Pocket Rattle 2:07 - 3 - Curved CB Paths and Burn Marks 3:13 - 4 - Rail Cut Shot CB Control 4:33 - 5 - CB Deflection 5:32 - 6 - Tip Compression 5:50 - 7 - Cue Vibration 6:03 - 8 - Cushion Compression 6:59 - 9 - Jump Shots 8:52 - 10 - Break Shot Technique 9:28 - Wrap Up 9:42 ---- clip montage *More super slow motion billiards physics videos:* kzbin.info/aero/PL650CAC26A955DCF8 *Video Links and Supporting Resources:* Russian follow shot at 19,000fps: kzbin.info/www/bejne/d5Tdda2ZjJiseLM Russian draw shot at 19,000fps: kzbin.info/www/bejne/epTIe42pZ6Z9nbM Russian miscue at 9100fps: kzbin.info/www/bejne/j3-ncpWmZ8Scldk HSV 4.1 - Draw shot: billiards.colostate.edu/high_speed_videos/HSV4-1_draw_shot.mp4 HSV 4.2 - Following an obstacle ball into a pocket: billiards.colostate.edu/high_speed_videos/HSV4-2_follow_through_ball.mp4 HSV B.46 - CB and OB hop and spin transfer during follow shots: kzbin.info/www/bejne/anmoZZd-npt6npo HSV 3.8 - Corner pocket miss due to near rail deflection: billiards.colostate.edu/high_speed_videos/HSV3-8_proximal_rail_rattle_out.mp4 parabolic CB path analysis - TP A.4 - Post-impact cue ball trajectory for any cut angle, speed, and spin: billiards.colostate.edu/technical_proofs/new/TP_A-4.pdf Top 10 Pool Shots Every Player Must Know!!! (for jump shots): kzbin.info/www/bejne/fqKkk2ejjKqeptU CUE BALL CONTROL ... Everything You Need to Know: kzbin.info/www/bejne/nIG0dnWul6esepY HSV A.76 - Austrian high-speed and infrared video clips: kzbin.info/www/bejne/l6epm4Wdr7l_Y9k Rail Cut Shot Aiming, w/ and w/o Sidespin - from "How To Aim Pool Shots (HAPS)" - NV E.6: kzbin.info/www/bejne/r6XTZH2Oaqd-d8k HSV A.128-A.141 - rail cut shots: billiards.colostate.edu/high-speed-video/ SIDESPIN ... Everything You Need to Know: kzbin.info/www/bejne/bF7Zf4SteZqKetk How to Select a Pool Cue, Cue Ball Deflection, Carbon Fiber, Revo vs. Cuetec: kzbin.info/www/bejne/d6jcpXqpg9FlrMU aim compensation using sidespin: billiards.colostate.edu/faq/sidespin/aim/compensation/ what causes squirt: billiards.colostate.edu/faq/squirt/cause/ "Got English?" - How to Aim Using Sidespin, With Game-Situation Examples: kzbin.info/www/bejne/e3iVaoyggahql68 Russian cue vibration at 9100fps: kzbin.info/www/bejne/qHerm36qbrdkgtE cause for squirt: billiards.colostate.edu/faq/squirt/cause/ Russian follow shot at 19,000fps: kzbin.info/www/bejne/d5Tdda2ZjJiseLM HSV B.9 - cue deflection and vibration: kzbin.info/www/bejne/pKmloXahoM1kgdU Russian cue vibration at 3200fps: kzbin.info/www/bejne/onvKkoCDgKh_o68 HSV 6.1 - Cushion deformation during high speed bank: billiards.colostate.edu/high_speed_videos/HSV6-1_rail_deformation.mp4 Russian cushion compression: kzbin.info/www/bejne/fXOmhJx9oc6reLc HSV B.20 - rail cushion compression shots: kzbin.info/www/bejne/p32ucquGm9KFsJI HSV B.11 - One-pocket “beat-the-kiss” frozen rail cross-corner bank shot: kzbin.info/www/bejne/e17Lc3x5fNJohNE HSV B.17 - Coin hop off the rail into a glass trick shot: kzbin.info/www/bejne/onTVkJdqqZeCbqc jump shot technique advice: billiards.colostate.edu/faq/jump/technique/ Amazing Billiard Shots in SLOW MOTION!: kzbin.info/www/bejne/jZDciKR8jriancU HSV B.13 - Level cue follow shot hop over stacks of coins: kzbin.info/www/bejne/eXjOk5uoeKmagqc HSV 7.23 - Jump shot (slight bottom spin): billiards.colostate.edu/high_speed_videos/HSV7-23_jump_shot_bottom.mp4 Top 10 Pool Shots Every Player Must Know!!! (for jump shots): kzbin.info/www/bejne/fqKkk2ejjKqeptU HSV B.19 - Highly elevated cue jump shots: kzbin.info/www/bejne/gp-meJJqiMZko9U HSV B.37 - jump shot over-cut effect and examples: kzbin.info/www/bejne/f520eq2Jp5p7rtk HSV B.12 - Beating a scratch by bouncing the cue ball off the rear rim of a pocket: kzbin.info/www/bejne/m36spYJum7qrqK8 HSV B.4 - Object ball jump shot: kzbin.info/www/bejne/jJeVpWOipLl4lbs Shane Van Boening Break Technique Analysis by Dr. Dave: kzbin.info/www/bejne/jXKon355gZimqrc Shane Van Boening's Break in Super Slow Motion: kzbin.info/www/bejne/p6m9gWCAiJmaa9U break technique advice: billiards.colostate.edu/faq/break/advice/ large collection of super-slow-motion pool videos: billiards.colostate.edu/high-speed-video/

[@KTHKUHNKK]

I couldn't understand why you made the video private. It must have been a little mistake.

[@DrDaveBilliards]

@@KTHKUHNKK I made the first version private and deleted it because I originally output the video file from my software with the wrong dimensions. This new version has the correct aspect ratio with full resolution.

[@KTHKUHNKK]

@@DrDaveBilliards I understand. Some people do it mistakenly. You know what I mean. Sometimes if you don't mark not made for kids correctly. Then you can't leave comments you know. Keith

[@artwellmngomezulu6138]

Jump ball

[@reneliue]

I may be wrong but isn’t the path parabolic for some distance. Given the loss of rotational kinetic energy due to friction and heat energy loss. The distance that the path is parabolic is determined by masse angle and the ratio between translational kinetic energy and rotational kinetic energy. Right?

[@extraterrestrial546]

This is the only KZbin channel that explains pool scientifically with theoretical and practical explanations.

[@DrDaveBilliards]

Many people like to understand why and how stuff works. But there are also many people who just want you to tell them what to do. I try to find a balance to reach the full spectrum of people.

[@onnyt60]

Sharivari does it well too

[@johnstorton]

@@DrDaveBilliards Understanding how and why stuff works does more than just satisfy your curiosity. It helps you to figure out what to do without having to rely on the memory of being told what to do a specific shot.

[@DrDaveBilliards]

I agree. FYI, I discuss this a lot more here: billiards.colostate.edu/faq/mental/physics-understanding/

[@TheSnookerGym]

@@DrDaveBilliards I once had a wrist worn blue tooth dongle that we had developed to give a visual output of cueing tempo and smoothness... I was in the same club as Ronnie O'Sullivan showing to some other players one day and asked him if he wanted to check his cueing tempo... "I'm not a ******* scientist!" came the answer! For other more normal human beings, understanding this stuff really helps in shot creation....

[@09nsmyth]

I love KZbin. Almost all of my random thoughts have been explained here. This is one of them.

[@andyrbush]

Right I need to get to a pool table while this is still fresh in my memory. Amazing engineering information.

[@DrDaveBilliards]

A lot more can be found via the links in the video description. Have fun!

[@andyrbush]

@@DrDaveBilliards Sir yes but my head is already struggling lol to process all the new to me and amazing information in the video. But I will come back to the links later.

[@charlesmawson8393]

DR. Dave, This is the best video you've ever made IMO. Nothing exists elsewhere with this much attention to detail! Great work on this.

[@DrDaveBilliards]

I'm glad to hear it. I was hoping people would like it, but I honestly wasn't sure.

[@robertkerr229]

@@DrDaveBilliards Just us nerds who enjoy math and physics. Nearly 100% of the people I play with don't care about this stuff. You do have a niche audience for these, but it won't be a 100K views.

[@mikespyra4972]

Thank you for the high quality content! For years!

[@DrDaveBilliards]

You're welcome. I'm glad you like my stuff.

[@co7366]

Dr. Dave your devotion to teaching, researching, investigating, experimenting with Pool is astonishing. They should consider you for Hall of fame for your contributions.

[@DrDaveBilliards]

That is very nice of you to say. Thank you!

[@co7366]

@@DrDaveBilliards You genuinely deserve it. It’s not impossible either. Either way, you’re in my hall of fame and I’m sure plenty of KZbinrs as well. Thank you

[@DrDaveBilliards]

@@co7366 Thanks again!

[@physicsguybrian]

Dr Dave. Your content is always exceptional!!! As a physicist and a pocket billiards and snooker fanatic (in a good way, of course), I truly appreciate your pursuit of, and your desire to share, the understanding of the physics and mechanics of the game!!! Your theoretical analyses are always spot on (not that you need me to tell you that) and equally important, is your ability to communicate it so well to anyone. Dr. Richard Feynman would be one of your biggest fans for it was he who said "If you can’t explain something in simple terms, you don’t understand it" and you Sir, explain things very well! Thanks for all of your hard work and passion!

[@DrDaveBilliards]

That is very kind of you. Thank you! I’m glad you like my stuff.

[@Uduplr]

Awesome training video With Visible Proof that Can and Should leave any shot image in your mind.

[@DrDaveBilliards]

I’m glad you liked it. This video was fun to create.

[@Pedritox0953]

Great video!

[@DrDaveBilliards]

Thanks! Please share it with others you think might be interested.

[@PhillipAmthor]

Super slowmo is just awesome. Thank you!

[@DrDaveBilliards]

Agreed. You’re welcome.

[@coldmorningcoffee101]

People who are good at positional play intuitively understand this kind of physics. This vid would be a good watch for beginners interested in perfecting their technique and understanding.

[@DrDaveBilliards]

Better videos for that purpose can be found here: billiards.colostate.edu/tutorial/fundamentals/ and here: billiards.colostate.edu/tutorial/cue-ball-control/

[@coldmorningcoffee101]

@@DrDaveBilliards Thank you. I'l have a looksee. 👍

[@trailerwookie]

Many of these slow-speed shots are what interested me in your website over a decade ago when you first posted them! They were just as fascinating then as they are now. I really learned a lot about "why" things happen from you!

[@DrDaveBilliards]

I'm glad to hear it. I also learned a lot from the HSV super-slow-motion clips in the early days.

[@JerryLee..]

Dr. dave: Incredible video and confirmation of your teachings. Your teachings are backed by ireputable evidence of physics. Thank you for doing this!

[@DrDaveBilliards]

Thank you, and you’re welcome. I aim to swerve. :)

[@battlefieldclips7013]

No words to express my gratitude 🙏

[@DrDaveBilliards]

You expressed it perfectly. You're welcome. I aim to swerve. :)

[@charlesbromberick4247]

Thanks. Reminds me of a lab experiment we did as physics majors back in 1966. (Pete Ver Schnieder was a physics major and one of the best pool players on the Clarkson campus in those days.)

[@DrDaveBilliards]

You must have had a cool Physics Lab!

[@allgood6760]

Thanks Dr Dave👍

[@DrDaveBilliards]

You're welcome. I aim to swerve. :)

[@RavenRedwood]

My mind is legitimately blown. Thank you for these astounding videos!

[@DrDaveBilliards]

I'm glad you liked it. You're welcome, and thank you!

[@suyashgadkari]

This is one of the best pool videos I've seen! Thank you so much. I've learned a lot by watching your videos. 👍

[@DrDaveBilliards]

Thank you! I'm glad to hear it.

[@mikefischbein3230]

This is the greatest pool education video ever.

[@DrDaveBilliards]

Thank you! I'm glad you think so. Please share it with others.

[@ericpoolguysimpson2954]

Well done sir. Lots of amazing detail over many years! Glad you pulled it all together!

[@DrDaveBilliards]

Thanks Eric. I pulled from a wide range of past and recent stuff for this one, from me and others (as evidenced by all the links in the video description and pinned comment).

[@khaledali6784]

When pool expert and physicist and pro video editor meets together. You got this priceless video 🙏

[@DrDaveBilliards]

Thank you!

[@michaellavery4899]

So I don't just need to be a good player, I need to understand physics and collision geometry? Amazing video. Great camera work and explanations.

[@DrDaveBilliards]

Thanks.

[@TheSnookerGym]

Fantastic videos Dr Dave.... I like playing these at 1/4 speed using the YT settings for EVEN SLOWER MO!!!!

[@DrDaveBilliards]

I do that sometimes too. I also pause and go frame by frame sometimes using the < and > keys on the keyboard.

[@reedfoley9151]

I am really not a big fan of your videos but I watch them all nand this is one of your best efforts Thank You !

[@DrDaveBilliards]

I'm glad to hear it, except for the "not a big fan" part. :)

[@mikecoleman6703]

This might be one of my favorite videos from you Dr. Dave.. LOVE the slow-motion. Well done!

[@DrDaveBilliards]

Thanks! I wasn't sure how people would react to this video, but people seem to really like it.

[@pedrom1619]

Dear Professor, first of all great video! I have just one note regarding the "Rail Cut Shot CB Control", you basically present us 3 alternatives, where hitting OB first gives you the most margin for CB control and it's totally true. However, it's also important to notice that by hitting OB first there's a greater chance to miss the shot, when the pockets are small, since the OB after CB hit tends to rebound from the cushion.

[@DrDaveBilliards]

Agreed, but sometimes you have no option. For more info and examples, see: billiards.colostate.edu/faq/rail-cut/cue-ball-control/

[@cody_go_create]

Can’t thank you enough for creating these videos! I’m so green but really am motivated to get better the “right way”. Much appreciated

[@DrDaveBilliards]

You're welcome. BTW, if you really want to learn the "right way," I recommend the videos, links, and info here: billiards.colostate.edu/tutorial/ Enjoy, and good luck!

[@Alexandros_Patsialidis]

Thats a RAD video, right here 👌🏼😎

[@DrDaveBilliards]

I'm glad you think so. Thanks!

[@Alexandros_Patsialidis]

@@DrDaveBilliards Yeah, cause it’s straight to the point, simply explained! That’s what the world needs right now (imo)

[@DrDaveBilliards]

@@Alexandros_Patsialidis Thanks again.

[@rjp2295]

Awesome job again. The infrared video portion is super awesome.

[@DrDaveBilliards]

Thanks. I'm glad you think the IR stuff is "cool."

[@TomDiBlasi]

Dave is amazing. My fav was the massa shot

[@DrDaveBilliards]

Thanks. That infrared stuff is definitely really "cool."

[@kingofhearts826]

Thanks for the most precise and scientific information that actually improves my game!

[@DrDaveBilliards]

You’re welcome. I aim to swerve. :)

[@andoletube]

Amazing. I never knew that's how jump shots were supposed to be done. I've been scooping the cue ball all these years.

[@DrDaveBilliards]

I’m glad you learned something.

[@bradellis141]

Thank you Doc this was very instructive love the slow motions

[@DrDaveBilliards]

I'm glad you liked it.

[@TheSnookerGym]

Great resource Dr Dave

[@DrDaveBilliards]

Thanks. Not everybody appreciates this sort of thing, but I'm glad you do.

[@mirom2154]

Hello Dave, and greetings from Finland, thank you for your amazing educational content. It has helped me improve at my game, and also diagnose what I am doing ''wrong''. And the quality of these videos is amazing and you are a great teacher, Thanks for making me a better pool player!

[@DrDaveBilliards]

You are very welcome. I'm glad to hear you have benefited from my stuff.

[@NathanBall18]

Class vid i feel i have opened up my mind now to a bunch of cool new possibilities i love the landing on the ball cut and bounce out the pocket stuff

[@DrDaveBilliards]

I’m glad you liked the video. Those techniques are a little “low percentage,” but they are fun and impressive when they work.

[@peterhaslund]

Great video. I played mostly snooker where the loin is even higher, so you get maximum grip for the cue ball. Interesting details abound. I noticed for example a double hit on the jump shots, often thought of that but could never prove it. Until now...!

[@DrDaveBilliards]

BTW, a much closer look at jump shot physics can be found here: Jump Shot Physics in Super Slow Motion kzbin.info/www/bejne/qX7bcoeJbahleLM Enjoy!

[@cLicK7411]

One of the most amazing videos ever

[@DrDaveBilliards]

Thanks!

[@rodconner9079]

Definitely enjoyed that!!!

[@DrDaveBilliards]

I'm glad to hear it.

[@henriksirkku]

Amazing great content, learned new things

[@DrDaveBilliards]

Thanks. I'm glad to hear it.

[@louisbuzzi869]

Thanks Dr. Dave

[@DrDaveBilliards]

You’re welcome. I aim to swerve. :)

[@erictjones]

Thanks Dr. Dave! Cushion spin, pocket rattle out, never put it together.

[@DrDaveBilliards]

You’re welcome. I aim to swerve. :)

[@breakfreak3181]

I'm just an occasional pub player, but found this very interesting. Great vid'!

[@DrDaveBilliards]

I'm glad to hear it. Thanks.

[@141poolplayer]

Great super slo mo video. It explains a lot.

[@DrDaveBilliards]

Thanks. I'm glad you liked it.

[@theohbg1380]

The episode many of us were waiting for years.

[@DrDaveBilliards]

I'm glad you finally got what you were waiting for after over 400 videos on my Channel. :)

[@theohbg1380]

@@DrDaveBilliards You know I didn't mean it that way :) Great content as usual is what I wanted to say! Greetings from Germany.

[@DrDaveBilliards]

@@theohbg1380 Thanks! I was "pulling your leg."

[@KTHKUHNKK]

I was riveted. No kidding. I'm 70 years old now. I no longer play pool at all. but it sure is great to watch something like you just put out there. That's a big WOW

[@DrDaveBilliards]

I'm glad to hear it. Thanks for the comments. I appreciate it.

[@KTHKUHNKK]

@@DrDaveBilliards Keep up the awesome stuff buddy I am subscribed. I'm Keith Kuhn KK Motion Pictures Also on KZbin

[@colincolenso]

Nice compilation Dave.

[@DrDaveBilliards]

Thanks. It was fun to put together; although, it didn't go quickly. But I think it was worth the effort.

[@mikehess4494]

Thank you, very amazing!

[@DrDaveBilliards]

You're welcome!

[@BTC_DNA]

This was mind-blowing! Great video, Doc!

[@DrDaveBilliards]

I'm glad you liked it. Thanks!

[@PaulMarostica]

Thanks for your very helpful explanations!

[@DrDaveBilliards]

You're welcome. I aim to swerve. :)

[@lo0ksik]

I miss this vídeos. Do more please

[@DrDaveBilliards]

I plan to do a lot more videos in the future, but I also have over 400 videos already on my channel, so start you binge watching now: kzbin.infovideos Enjoy!

[@lo0ksik]

@@DrDaveBilliards i did. Haha Love your content. The Best on KZbin.

[@DrDaveBilliards]

Thanks!

[@DavePlaysPool]

Dr Dave at his best 👊

[@DrDaveBilliards]

Thanks.

[@cariboujones3285]

Exceptionally well done and exceedingly interesting. Thanks!

[@DrDaveBilliards]

Thank you, and you're welcome! I'm glad you liked it.

[@kreech68]

that was wonderful - thank you

[@DrDaveBilliards]

I'm glad you thought so. You're welcome. I aim to swerve. :)

[@spikenomoon]

So many shots I didn’t understand why I missed. Now I do wow

[@DrDaveBilliards]

I’m glad you found it helpful.

[@seejayjames]

mind officially blown

[@DrDaveBilliards]

I'm glad to hear it. I was hoping some people would get that reaction. Pool physics is awesome.

[@fraserwing8744]

This video is amazing, like so many concepts that make more sense when able to be slowed down. It'd be amazing if this video was "stickied" so that anyone searching pool technique videos on KZbin would be exposed to it first, saving people a LOT of time and keeping interest keen. Really good job on this production.

[@DrDaveBilliards]

Thanks for the comments. The other videos all pool players should be encouraged to watch are my fouls video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/rqCYY4GipadnfLM and my etiquette video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/bobHopSMZZp-q80 Enjoy!

[@ShotCalla19]

You deserve millions of subscribers! I am a pool finatic I love everything about the game. I’m 18 years old and on my way to being a professional. But besides all that great f-in video Dr Dave ❤️

[@DrDaveBilliards]

Thanks! Good luck with your game!

[@markwys]

This video is nothing short of amazing. Cool to see Shane on your vid at Match Ups!

[@DrDaveBilliards]

Thanks. Shane has visited MatchUps many times in the past.

[@alucardx1234]

Thank you as always. Any chance of making a cue and pool table maintenance video (how to brush, how or if to vacuum, etc.)?

[@DrDaveBilliards]

You're welcome. I have this on my list, but there are about 5 other videos I plan to do first. Stay tuned!

[@FrankBoston]

I could watch for hours

[@DrDaveBilliards]

FYI, there is a lot more here: billiards.colostate.edu/high-speed-video/

[@MagicMikeBilliards]

This is one of your best videos for sure! 👍🏼

[@DrDaveBilliards]

I wasn't sure how it would be received, but it is getting views at a rate faster than any of my past videos, so I guess you are right. Thanks!

[@Al6kar]

Man, this is a really nice and informative video!

[@DrDaveBilliards]

Thanks! I’m glad you think so.

[@dutchie1010]

i have been arguing with players about the physics for years. all these shots that are in this video have literally been theories of mine for years. they are all proven right here in this video 1 by 1. thank you dave for this. fantastic. now i can prove them all wrong in slow mo. amazing video

[@DrDaveBilliards]

I’m glad my video might help you settle some arguments, assuming you can get them to actually watch the video. Some people don’t like being proved wrong. Good luck.

[@dutchie1010]

@@DrDaveBilliards i guess argument was a little strong but theories as to what is happening dave. ive been saying for years to a few of the players that i hit low on the cueball and still get it to go up in the air and sit. my theory was that the cueball never touched the cloth and hit the top of the object ball as it hit the back. causing it to climb it and put some slight top spin on the ball being that it hits the top hemisphere. that is literally right here along with my other theories that ive been talking about for year. ty for that video. for us experienced players out there this stuff is absolutely amazing. it confirms so many things. thanks for all your hard work and dedication to this beautiful game. sharing it with the world is great on so many levels! thank you sir

[@DrDaveBilliards]

@@dutchie1010 Thank you for your kind words. You’re very welcome. I aim to swerve. :)

[@dutchie1010]

@@DrDaveBilliards haha nicely done

[@MeganOHowe]

I just learned how to do jump shots last week on my 4.5' table lol I didn't tear up the felt it just marked it, I figure size is relative since my banking system still works with golf ball size balls, I couldnt do a jump shot a couple weeks ago enough to go over a ball but after trying to get a proper stance and hold my arm 90 degrees before i elevate my arm I realized that works like a charm I got home from work earlier in the week and started recording my jump shot I was hoping to just get 1 but got 3 jumps in a row. I can now do the jumps with my regular cue but is less consistent. Physics is very useful to know :D

[@DrDaveBilliards]

FYI, a lot more useful jump shot technique advice can be found in the videos and info here: billiards.colostate.edu/faq/jump/technique/

[@DUK703]

Thank you so much for making this. This was amazing

[@DrDaveBilliards]

You're welcome, and thank you.

[@GillianSwagston]

Dave that was awesome thank you

[@DrDaveBilliards]

Thank you, and you’re welcome.

[@dlopez5534]

Absolutely amazing content, keep it up Dr Dave!

[@DrDaveBilliards]

Thanks! I’m glad you liked it.

[@alexlion6362]

On a break, the energy required for the cue ball to rise after it hits the rack is lost energy - it is energy that is not transferred to the object balls, whereas a cue ball that stops motionless after hitting a rack of ball has transferred all of it energy to the object balls. Thus, it always surprises me that top breakers, such as Shane, are so effective, given that their cue ball often rises after contact.

[@DrDaveBilliards]

With fast CB speed and a square hit, the hop (which represents only a tiny amount of lost energy) is unavoidable. See: billiards.colostate.edu/faq/break/ball-hop/

[@raycpearsonsr]

Auto play

[@michaelhewett5054]

Great video. I used to teach my team cb control and spin in the english pub pool league. You even see the coin hit the glass (11.03) and change it's trajectory, which at first looked weird.

[@DarrellLancaster-l5q]

Very informative video. Thank You. 🎱

[@DrDaveBilliards]

Thank you, and you’re welcome. I aim to swerve. :)

[@michaelbarry7018]

Hey Dr. Dave, great video as usual! Just wanted to comment that I just bowled my highest series tonight! A clean 740! Not relevant to pool but I wanted to share with you.

[@DrDaveBilliards]

Thanks. 740! Wow! My best ever was 729.

[@michaelbarry7018]

@@DrDaveBilliards Thank you! I have Dr. Dave beat in something, didn't think that would happen. Although you do have a perfect game

[@DrDaveBilliards]

@@michaelbarry7018 If you can shoot a 740, a 300 perfect game should be in your near future. Good luck, and let me know when you get one.

[@DaveReynolds-y3v]

Hi. I find these thermal images fascinating for several reasons. Ok, mainly because I've taken thermographs back when I was working. These images appear to have a very fast refresh rate (ok, maybe the wrong term) . I am wondering, what kind of equipment did you use? Also, as an aside, isn't the temperature rise 1 or 2 degrees above ambient.

[@DrDaveBilliards]

That clip came from this group: www.bskunion.at/index_e.htm I don't have the detailed info, but you might be able to find it on their site.

[@wesleylagomarsino7129]

Well done sir.

[@DrDaveBilliards]

Thanks.

[@TheRealDrJoey]

I've never seen anybody make the object ball jump over another ball like that! I also like the idea of jumping the cue right into the back of the pocket so it bounces out without scratching. But I play 3-cushion, so a lot of these ideas have to be incorporated a little differently, or re-purposed if you will.

[@jordanwilliamson3902]

Ive played in a fair few pool halls and ive only ever seen 3 places that have a dedicated table for Jumping on. Most places have outlawed the art of the jump. Understandable when its not your $600 felt.. im with you tho. I only know 3 guys who can jump on comand per say while getting the ball where it needs to go.

[@DrDaveBilliards]

Jumping is an important weapon in modern pool. It is not "outlawed" in any place I have played. For those who want to learn or master the technique, help is available here: billiards.colostate.edu/faq/jump/technique/

[@accavdar]

Another awesome video. I'm learning new stuff every time with your videos. Thank you Dr. Dave! PS: I've read your book also. It's also great. 💯

[@DrDaveBilliards]

Thanks. I’m glad to hear it. Continued good luck with your game.

[@LonelyHeartsChannel]

This is Gold man!

[@DrDaveBilliards]

I'm glad you think so. Thanks!

[@waterboy8999]

Thanks Dave

[@DrDaveBilliards]

You're welcome. I aim to swerve. :)

[@FineTvframes]

Need more vids like this

[@DrDaveBilliards]

You can find some here: billiards.colostate.edu/faq/physics/ and here: billiards.colostate.edu/resources/exams/ Enjoy!

[@willlinke2849]

Absolutely! Your one of my favorites forever!

[@DrDaveBilliards]

I'm glad to hear it. Thanks.

[@JJ-fr2ki]

Great. Please do one on shockwaves. Mark Wilson and others have pointed out that classical physics breaks down even at regular speeds on the billiard table because shock waves amplify the impact of statical breaks in ball plastic polymers. But I have not seen if this effect can be used for shots or has any statistical bias on billard dynamics.

[@DrDaveBilliards]

"Shockwave" is not the proper term, but elastic waves and vibration do occur in both the cue and CB. This is not a useful effect since it represents "lost" energy that does not contribute to ball speed. Video examples showing cue elastic waves and vibration can be found here: billiards.colostate.edu/faq/cue/vibration/ Elastic waves, vibration, and deformation in balls is much too small and fast to see even with a good high-speed camera. The effect the lost energy has on a shot is described by the term "hit efficiency" (which also depends on tip energy losses): billiards.colostate.edu/faq/cue-tip/efficiency/

[@JJ-fr2ki]

@@DrDaveBilliards thanks

[@A_H_66]

This is a fantastic video.

[@DrDaveBilliards]

Thanks. You might also the others here: billiards.colostate.edu/faq/physics/ Enjoy!

[@sstrick500]

Def going to use cushion bounce and parabolas at my next bar game. Bowed sticks and worn-out tips won't matter!

[@DrDaveBilliards]

Actually, tips that don’t hold chalk do make parabolas difficult. :)

[@theodorehui]

Dr Dave, nice vid! Can you do one on mechanical differences between pool and snooker? Some rules like three rail kicks seem to not translate over.

[@DrDaveBilliards]

Sorry, but I don't have much snooker experience, and I don't have convenient access to snooker equipment.

[@vincentbruce9833]

@@DrDaveBilliards Snooker rails are flat edged, pool rails are knife edged, snooker rails are easier to judge with more contact surface.

[@DrDaveBilliards]

@@vincentbruce9833 I'm not sure what you mean by "easier to judge." The many kicking and banking systems useful in pool are very reliable and consistent on a decent pool table with decent cloth: billiards.colostate.edu/faq/bank-kick/

[@vincentbruce9833]

@@DrDaveBilliards Dr., I told you that pool tables have knife edge rails, they come to a point a knife edge, snooker tables are flat, with about a half inch edge, you just need to look and see it, acknowledge this difference so we can analize it properly, there is a major difference.

[@DrDaveBilliards]

@@vincentbruce9833 I am aware of the differences. I just don’t know why you think snooker cushions are “easier to judge.” Now, if the cushion nose height is different or if the cloth or humidity are differently on a pool table, the table will play differently, but it is easy to quickly adjust to this. Any good player needs to be able to adjust to different playing conditions (in pool or snooker).

[@robertwaid3579]

Thank you Dr. Dave. Absolutely awesome video. I until three yrs ago only picked up or put down phones after use. Now with the tech.we have I spend, probably more time than I should. Alas with the pandemic shit, now and in 2020, at least I can research,read, watch,@ enjoy things that interest me. Pool@Billards are one that has always drawn my interest. Since my adolescent, and early teens, my father taught me pool. In his middle yrs he would tell me memories of having seen great players such as Mosconi, Minn. Fats, and i don't recall some of the other names at present. He was from central Eastern Illinois, small town USA as they used to say. His pool table was his release from the day to day issues of his career. I wasn't told that till his later yrs. He was a great mentor not only as my father, but also the people I've talked to from his career,past,friends,relatives,@ others who only met him briefly. Sorry I got long on tooth. Again thanks for the lesson on physics of Pool you are a great teacher.🎱🎱🎱🎱🎱🎱

[@DrDaveBilliards]

You're welcome, and thank you. I hope you follow in your father's footsteps and develop a similar love of pool.

[@axmednapoli6814]

I Like it, as a pLayer it's good to understand biLLiards physics first rather than just pLaying too much 👍🏼

[@DrDaveBilliards]

Agreed. A little understanding can go a long way. For more info to those interested, see: billiards.colostate.edu/faq/mental/physics-understanding/

[@josheisert8380]

I'm a pretty good pool player (B) and understanding this scientifically I believe is going to improve my game. This is awesome! I feel better already and I haven't even shot yet. For instance how the cue ball will come off the rail straight if you hit the cushion first with any english. I never knew that and I've been playing for over 30 years. INSTANT SUBSCRIBER!

[@DrDaveBilliards]

I'm glad you liked it and got something from it. FYI, a lot more useful videos related to rail cut shots can be found here: billiards.colostate.edu/faq/rail-cut/cue-ball-control/ Enjoy!

[@josheisert8380]

@@DrDaveBilliards Thanks alot! I'll be checking them out!

[@jonathan4889]

Really interesting thank you. 👍

[@DrDaveBilliards]

I'm glad you liked it. You're welcome.

[@ms-oi9ev]

What GREAT video,thank you Dr Dave . love from IRAN

[@DrDaveBilliards]

Thanks. I'm glad you liked it. Love back at you from USA.

[@sundowner62james69]

Excellent video !

[@DrDaveBilliards]

Thanks!

[@rae0521]

No wonder I sucked at billiards... I had NO IDEA what I was doing! I knew none of this before watching this video. I'm sure glad I never played for money.

[@tomte6846]

always love your videos, very informative and well done. keep it up!

[@DrDaveBilliards]

I'm glad to hear it. Thanks!

[@rickbuchholz2596]

Cushion compression also changes the angle of a bank shot depending on how hard you hit it.

[@DrDaveBilliards]

That is one of the many bank and kick shot effects: billiards.colostate.edu/faq/bank-kick/effects/ But cushion compression doesn't always affect banks and kicks in the way you might think. For example, see: billiards.colostate.edu/high-speed-video/hsv-b-41/ and: billiards.colostate.edu/normal-video/nv-b-95/

[@jerrycasey1053]

Once again really awesome! I liked it :)

[@DrDaveBilliards]

Thanks! I'm glad.

[@jamesmarze9850]

Very cool video! Nice job dr dave!

[@DrDaveBilliards]

Thanks!

[@6infinity8]

I don't know anything about pool but this video is fascinating

[@DrDaveBilliards]

I'm glad to hear it. Thanks for the comment.

[@AyyJuKe]

Can you hit a ball it jumps if the cueball isn’t airborne? Or if the cueball is rolling any ball it hits will also be rolling regardless of speed?

[@DrDaveBilliards]

Sorry, but I don't know what you mean.

[@YazanWael]

Great compilation Dr. Looking at these videos made me think about the reason behind follow through. In slow-mo, the top barely touches the ball, so what difference does it make of we follow through or not? I know that it makes a difference in reality, but why is that?

[@DrDaveBilliards]

See: billiards.colostate.edu/faq/stroke/follow-through/

[@YazanWael]

@@DrDaveBilliards Thanks... This makes so much sense

[@DrDaveBilliards]

@@YazanWael You’re welcome. I’m glad you found it useful.

[@Taterzz]

never thought using the shaft to make the ball squirt would not be what it sounds like.