why do golf balls have dimples?

Answer 1

Every modern golf ball has dimples; their purpose is to increase and shape the lift and drag forces by modifying the behavior of the boundary layer. It should be noted that drag and lift forces exist also on smooth balls: they are only modified, not created, by dimples.

One effect of dimples is a reduction of drag, contributing to the increased length of flight of dimpled balls compared with smooth ones.

Answer 2

I read in a ' Amazing fact ' type book , that the reason why Golf balls have dimples in them , is to make them fly better through the air.

Answer 3

The dimples "break" the flow of air around the ball, and the turbulance that generates acts similar to the lift created by an airplane's wing, so the ball goes farther.

Answer 4

I like to think that it's so women will think they are cute and it will entice them to play. (LOL) But in reality, they are designed to improve the trajectory and velocity of the ball in transit. Now if I can just find a way to utilize the dimples for my putting game....................

Answer 5

its all about aerodynmics it kinda catches the air under each of the dimples which lifts it farther and further away from you...think of a frisbee....only it has one huge dimple

Answer 6

Aerodynamic.

Answer 7

Probably to help it pivot in one direction or another when it rolls- like a balance thing- so when it is just at the edge of the hole, it would actually fall in, assuming you putt with the right angle ... I think...?? maybe? :)

Answer 8

Probably an aerodynamic thing. To help it travel further.

Answer 9

So when the bad golfers hit them into the pond and try to get them out they wont be as slippery. :}

Answer 10

To go higher and stay on line