How Do I Prove These Projectile Motion Relations?

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The discussion focuses on proving specific projectile motion relations involving angles Theta and Beta. The key equations to prove include Rsin2Theta + d(1 + cos2Theta) = (R^2)/Rnot, where Rnot = (vnot^2)/g, and establishing that maximum range Rm occurs at tan2(thetamax) = Rm/d. The user expresses difficulty in progressing from the equation 2costheta(Rsintheta + dcostheta) = (R^2)/Rnot and seeks assistance primarily with part a) of the problem. The discussion emphasizes the need for trigonometric identities to facilitate these proofs.

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This is a real pain and I'm getting nowhere. If you can't see the image look at the attached file.
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Angle a(upper angle)=Theta Angle b(lower angle)=Beta
Prove these relations:
a) Rsin2theta+d(1+cos2theta)=(R^2)/Rnot where Rnot= ((vnot)^2)/g
b) That Rm(meaning maximum R) happens for tan2(thetamax)=Rm/d
c) 2thetamax+alpha=90 degrees
d) (Rnot^2)+2dRnot=Rm^2


For a) I'm getting down to 2costheta(Rsintheta+dcostheta)=(R^2)/Rnot
But I don't see the next step, maybe I went too far. Or do I need to include Beta somewhere? I don't think I do. There is some trig relation or relating it to the diagram that I just don't see.
All I really need is help on a)then
I can use what I know from a) to solve for b) and each one after can be done likewise however I won't get to them if I can't get a) done.
Please HELP!
 

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