Re:Using Non-Newtonian Fluids to Fill Potholes
by EvilTerran on Monday April 16, 2012 @06:59AM
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What happens if you park with a wheel resting on one of these, though? Would you come back to find your tire had sunk in?
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Re:Using Non-Newtonian Fluids to Fill Potholes
by btr41n on Monday April 16, 2012 @12:23PM
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I was thinking along the same lines. If, for instance, a car is stopped on top of the bag in traffic, or at a red light, then I imagine accelerating while on the bag could cause potential ripping, or depending on how deep the hole is, it could pull the bag right out, leaving it as a hazard for other cars.
Not to completely discount this idea though, because I do think it's quite innovative.
Re:Using Non-Newtonian Fluids to Fill Potholes
by StavrosK on Monday April 16, 2012 @08:45AM
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Not just park, I'm guessing it'd take a few seconds of rest for your wheel to sink in it. I guess it'd probably rip the bag and sink in the hole completely.
Re:Using Non-Newtonian Fluids to Fill Potholes
by DEinspanjer on Monday April 16, 2012 @08:59AM
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Nyah, I guess that the reason they went for tough kevlar bags is to be able to withstand the weight of the care. I think it would sink a bit but cause any damage or pose a hazard to the car.