Bowling Ball Cannon vs 300 gallon Water tank

Published on December 1, 2023
Duration: 0:58

This experiment tests the impact resistance of a 300-gallon water tank against a bowling ball fired from a custom black powder cannon. The bowling ball successfully penetrated the tank, demonstrating significant kinetic energy transfer. While the water absorbed enough energy to prevent the projectile from exiting the rear, the tank's structural integrity was compromised, with the projectile remaining inside.

Quick Summary

A custom black powder cannon fired a bowling ball, which penetrated the front of a 300-gallon water tank. The water inside absorbed enough energy to stop the projectile, preventing it from exiting the rear, though the tank's structure was compromised.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction: Water Tank & Cannon Setup
  2. 00:21Preparing the Bowling Ball Cannon
  3. 00:31The Shot: Impact on Water Tank
  4. 00:42Damage Assessment: Penetration & Water Stop

Frequently Asked Questions

What happened when the bowling ball hit the water tank?

The bowling ball, fired from a custom cannon, penetrated the front of the 300-gallon water tank. A large splash and shockwave were generated, but the water inside absorbed enough energy to stop the projectile before it exited the rear.

Was the 300-gallon water tank able to stop the bowling ball?

The water inside the tank successfully stopped the bowling ball's forward momentum, preventing it from exiting the rear. However, the ball did penetrate the front wall of the tank, compromising its structure.

What kind of cannon was used to fire the bowling ball?

A custom-built black powder cannon was used to launch the bowling ball. This type of improvised artillery requires careful construction and handling due to the nature of the propellant used.

What was the result of the bowling ball impact test on the water tank?

The test resulted in the bowling ball penetrating the plastic wall of the 300-gallon water tank. The projectile was found floating inside, indicating the water absorbed significant energy but did not prevent initial breach.

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