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Old 09-17-2005, 06:03 PM
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Default Re: The physics of pulse and glide

Define 'hard' acceleration. To the marathon men, it meant an instantaneous MPG of 20 - 30 at 30 miles per hour. Most people would call that gentle to moderate.

The OP's equations do not take into account varying engine efficiencies at different power demands.

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