Ironing: A study of friction, heat transfer, and existential dread
Extreme ironing is a lifestyle choice that requires a deep understanding of the fundamental physics behind the ironing process.
- The ironing board, a platform of thermal transfer
- The iron, a device of concentrated heat
- The fabric, a medium of thermal conduction
- The ironer, a person of unwavering determination
Key principles of Extreme Ironing:
1. The Law of Conservation of Coolness:
A person can only maintain a maximum level of coolness while ironing, beyond which they risk losing all sense of composure.
2. The Principle of Thermal Equilibrium:
When the iron and fabric are in contact, they must be in a state of thermal equilibrium, lest the ironer be consumed by the very heat they seek to impose.
3. The Ironer's Dilemma:
As the ironer, one must balance the need for speed with the risk of burning oneself, a true paradox of the human condition.