A Medieval Knight attacking w/ a Cannon

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In summary, the speaker is seeking help with a challenging word problem in their physics class involving a Medieval knight attacking a castle with a cannon. They are struggling with understanding how to approach the problem and find the correct answer. The problem involves calculating the time of flight of a cannon ball launched at a specific angle and speed. The speaker is advised to consider the horizontal and vertical motion separately and use equations for a moving object to solve the problem.
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Anyone mind helping me strategically picking apart this word problem? I am taking physics for the first time in college and its kicking my ***, any insight on how to pick apart a problem like this and find an appropriate answer? Thank you for your time!


Assume you are a Medieval knight attacking a castle with a cannon. The ball leaves the cannon with a speed of 43.3 m/s. The barrel's angle with respect to the ground is 45.7°, and you make a perfect hit on the tyrant's chamber which is at the same level as the cannon's muzzle. What is the time of flight of the cannon ball?
 
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The 'trick' is that you can consider the horizontal and vertical motion separately.
So just consider the ball being thrown up and coming down - what acceleration do you expect, what equations do you know for a moving object.
 

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1. How were cannons used in medieval warfare?

Cannons were used by medieval knights as a powerful weapon to break through fortified walls and defenses. They were also used to create chaos and confusion among enemy forces.

2. What was the impact of cannons on medieval warfare?

The introduction of cannons changed the dynamics of medieval warfare. It gave knights a distinct advantage over their enemies, as they could now attack from a distance and destroy fortifications that were previously impenetrable.

3. How were cannons operated by medieval knights?

Cannons were operated by a team of skilled knights who were responsible for loading, aiming, and firing the weapon. The process was complex and required coordination and precision to be effective in battle.

4. Did cannons have any limitations in medieval warfare?

While cannons were a powerful weapon, they did have limitations in medieval warfare. They were difficult to transport and set up quickly, making them unsuitable for surprise attacks. They also had a slow rate of fire, making them less effective against fast-moving targets.

5. How did the use of cannons impact the development of medieval warfare tactics?

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