Introduction of Recurve Bow

A recurve bow is a bow that looks different from a normal longbow from the side: an unstrung recurve bow has its arms bent outward at the end. One of the specialized definitions states that the difference between a recurve bow and other bows is that the string of a strung recurve bow is in contact with its arm. A recurve bow can store more energy than an equivalent bow with a straight arm, resulting in a higher kinetic energy of the shot. As a result, a recurve bow can be built shorter than a normal bow, yet maintain its power. This advantage makes the recurve bow suitable for use in places where longer weapons would pose an inconvenience, such as jungles, forests, or on horseback. In contrast, the traditional longer, straighter bows cause a "cascading" effect - the more the bow is drawn, the more significant the increase in force required to draw it.