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Once upon a time.....built one that was about 10' high, by 10' at the base.

You don't say how the curve is skewed; that should tell you a lot about
what's wrong.  If its skewed toward the middle, the horizontal spacing is
too large.  I don't know what the layout is for peg board, if it is
equilateral - I don't think it is.

Also the height from which you release the ball has a bearing on the
outcome.

Finally, the type of ball has a bearing. If they bounce too far the first
time, it can skew things.

Experiment with these and remember theory is sometimes a long way from
application!


Jeff Courtman
Exhibits & Special Projects Coordinator
251.208.6851
Exploreum Science Center
www.exploreum.net

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