Aerodynamics study on sweeper
Published online on December 02, 2025
Abstract
Proceedings of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers, Part P: Journal of Sports Engineering and Technology, Ahead of Print.
Recent developments in professional baseball have introduced the “Sweeper” pitch, a variation of the traditional slider that exhibits pronounced lateral movement and minimal vertical drop. Despite its increasing use, the aerodynamic mechanisms behind its ...
Recent developments in professional baseball have introduced the “Sweeper” pitch, a variation of the traditional slider that exhibits pronounced lateral movement and minimal vertical drop. Despite its increasing use, the aerodynamic mechanisms behind its ...