Posted by: Doug () on Thu Sep 11 18:49:52 2003

Doug,
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> 1. A “servo” is a motor or device that supplies the initial small input power to a much larger power. A control system that converts a small mechanical motion into one requiring much greater power.
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> 2. It is, in the testing procedures.
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> 3. I’m not sure we want our bat to coast into contact. Why the bat testing lab does this to test bats, is another question?
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> 4. Either decelerating or maintaining last attained speed.
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> WHAT ACUALLY HAPPENS IN THE LAST 12 INCHES (or so) OF THE SWING, HAS LONG BEEN A QUESTION FOR WHICH I HAVE SOUGHT AN ANSWER.
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> There are no quick answers. For some background I suggest you start here:
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> http://m-5.eng.uml.edu/ncaa_certified_bats/NCAA_Certification%20Protocol_27Sept1999.pdf
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> http://www.baumbat.com/
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> http://www.setpro.com/cgi-bin/ultimatebb.cgi?ubb=get_topic;f=1;t=000578#000000
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> http://www.setpro.com/ubb/ultimatebb.php?ubb=get_topic;f=1;t=000586#000000
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> ray porco

Ray, Thanks for the info on servo etc. I am not even close to being a scientist or engineer, but the two clips I saw that you directed me to of the hitter dealing with the last foot or so (whip) is why I stress hand strength. Most people say that the hands are along for the ride. I say bull, and the last foot is where they come into play and that is why all the guys in the big leagues who have power, have strong hands. People look for proof, and what they need to do is get their hands stronger and watch the results. My son has had the same swing for over three years, but hits balls 70-90 ft farther now than he did then. He has also been on a wonderful weight program for three years also. It is not a coincidence. He has very strong hands.

Thanks again, Doug
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