The generalized optic acceleration cancellation theory of catching.
The generalized optic acceleration cancellation (GOAC) theory of catching proposes that the path of a fielder running to catch a ball is determined by the attempt to satisfy 2 independent constraints. The 1st is to keep the angle of elevation of gaze to the ball increasing at a decreasing rate. The...
Main Authors: | McLeod, P, Reed, N, Dienes, Z |
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Format: | Journal article |
Language: | English |
Published: |
2006
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