Let's Find Out!

     We all know that a straight line is the shortest path, but is it the quickest? We used the power of SOLIDOWORKS Connected to test out a few scenarios.

     I have made 3 slides. One is straight (shortest path), and two are curved (longer paths). With motion study in SOLIDWORKS Connected, I have simulated the 3 scenarios. 

     Which one is the quickest? View the attached media to find out!

The higher velocity attained by using a curved path, should be able to help the ball cover the extra distance caused by the curved path.
The middle path provides a good balance between them, hence it is the quickest.
Funny how Physics and Philosophy interconnect, and guide us in our choices.
Choose your path wisely 😉.