Almost the last word.

  • Published In: New Scientist, 2023, v. 260, n. 3467. P. 46 1 of 3

  • Database: Academic Search Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Shaw, Hillary; Maynard, Chris; Howes, John; Stanton, Jeff; Kvaalen, Eric; Durham, Tony; Pitcher, David; Forsyth, Patrick; Davies, John; Healey, John 3 of 3

Abstract

The article explores the question of the shortest space a parked car can get out of or into. According to Pythagoras's theorem, the diagonal from one front corner to the back corner on the opposite side is the shortest theoretical space, which is approximately 4.47 meters for an average car. However, in practice, factors such as the proximity of other cars, the ability to rotate the car, and the skill of the driver make it necessary to have a larger space, around 5.5 meters. Different perspectives are presented, including personal experiences and mathematical explanations. The article also briefly discusses the bends and caissons in relation to deep-sea diving. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:New Scientist. 2023/12, Vol. 260, Issue 3467, p46
  • Document Type:Question & Answer
  • Subject Area:History
  • Publication Date:2023
  • ISSN:0262-4079
  • Accession Number:173884527
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