Re: Vector Based FT III

You could also assume that the Mine-Layer uses Tractor Beams that would
neutralize velocity/momentium.

-Justin Case
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> From: Daryl Poe <poe@hpfcla.fc.hp.com>
> To: FTGZG-L@bolton.ac.uk
> Subject: Re: Vector Based FT III
> Date: Wednesday, March 19, 1997 1:34 PM
> 
> Phillip E. Pournelle wrote:
> > 
> > In regards to Daryl Poes recent post:
> >    Trouble arrives if we apply physics to the mines and missiles...
> 
> I think you can assume that mines have a small station-keeping drive
> or a one-shot engine that brings it to stationary.  The whole point
> of a minefield is lost if it drifts off (well maybe an orbiting
> minefield would be okay).  If they're stationary, it's pretty easy
> to handle -- just say that if the "new vector" (which is the old
> speed on the old heading plus the thrust on the new facing) passes
> within 3" of the mine it goes off.  No need to pro-rate.