The physics of impact: what happens when weed eater lines collide?
In this high-speed experiment, eight different types of weed eater line engage in a single-elimination battle. Watch the chaotic physics of these collisions captured through extreme slow motion to see which line survives the impact.
The video documents a 'Weed Eater Wars' tournament, where eight distinct varieties of trimmer line are pitted against one another in a knockout-style competition. By observing these head-on collisions, the footage reveals the mechanical breakdown and durability of different materials under extreme stress.
While the experiment began as a way to pass time in a garage with friends, the high-speed playback allows for a detailed look at the moment of impact, turning a simple test of durability into a study of kinetic energy and material failure.
Source: What happens when 2 Weedeaters Hit Each Other? (28,000 fps SLOW MOTION) - Smarter Every Day 255
