View Full Version : launching projectile from north pole to equator
greaser
Dec20-03, 09:07 PM
I am trying to find what velocity and angle of launch is required for a projectile to be fired from the North pole and land somewhere on the equator. I was thinking 45 degrees with muzzle velocity 9401m/s but that sounds ridiculous. Also how much time would it be in the air for?
HallsofIvy
Dec21-03, 12:43 PM
You also posted this under "General Physics". Please do not post the same thing multiple times.
Are you neglecting air friction?
This isn't a simple plug and chug. That path will be sub-orbital.
9.5 km/sec is high, but you're in the right ballpark.
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