This is probably all explained by the fact that everyone that has seen
the illusion in daylight has actually seen the product advertised at:

http://www.autopure.com/Spinner.htm 

:) Rick

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-----Original Message-----
From: Stephen Black [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] 
Sent: Tuesday, April 20, 2004 12:58 PM
To: Teaching in the Psychological Sciences
Subject: Re: Wagon-wheel illusion again

On 20 Apr 2004, Ken Steele wrote, referring to Purves:
> 
> The original demonstration was actually done inside with 34-W sealed
> beam headlights.

Yes, but in his introduction he said that he became interested in the 
topic after observing "automobile wheel covers, airplane propellers, 
jet engine fans..rotating in daylight". He also said "It should be 
noted that all the effects we describe were equally evident in 
sunlight".

So where were his good vibes coming from?

Stephen

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