Bow Shape
In archery, the shape of the bow is usually taken to be the view from the side. It is the product of the complex relationship of material stresses, designed by a bowyer. This shape, viewing the limbs, is designed to take into account the construction materials, the performance required, and the intended use of the bow.
Read more about Bow Shape: Design Factors, Straight Bow, Outline in Frontal View, Cross-section of Limbs
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