‘Manu jumping’: The physics behind making humongous splashes in the pool
If you’ve ever belly-flopped into a lake and emerged to cheers—or laughter—you’ve brushed up against a tradition that’s been perfected half a world away. In New Zealand, manu jumping turns the art of the cannonball into a national pastime rooted in Māori culture. But there’s more than fun behind the splash. Researchers have found that the biggest bursts of water—those that wow at competitions—are driven by physics as precise as any Olympic dive. The secret? Angles, timing, and a surprising robotic assistant named Manubot. And if you really want to make an impression at the lake or pool this summer, this article by Pankaj Rohilla writing for The Conversation is the place to start.
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