Sorting Products by Weight - Need Advice

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Chad seeks advice on sorting products by weight using a conveyor system. He proposes using a conveyor to launch three products—15 grams, 22 grams, and 28 grams—at 21 MPH, allowing them to sort themselves based on the distance traveled before hitting the ground. A key point raised is that, ignoring air resistance, the trajectory of a projectile is independent of its mass, which impacts the effectiveness of his sorting method. The discussion highlights the need for alternative sorting mechanisms that account for these physical principles.

PREREQUISITES
  • Understanding of basic physics principles, particularly projectile motion.
  • Familiarity with conveyor systems and their operational mechanics.
  • Knowledge of sorting algorithms and methods in material handling.
  • Awareness of air resistance effects on projectile trajectories.
NEXT STEPS
  • Research conveyor system design for high-speed applications.
  • Explore alternative sorting methods, such as mechanical sorting systems.
  • Learn about the effects of air resistance on projectile motion in practical applications.
  • Investigate the use of sensors for automated sorting based on weight and distance.
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Engineers, product designers, and logistics professionals interested in optimizing sorting mechanisms for lightweight products using conveyor systems.

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I have a problem that I need some help on. I have some product that I need to separate by weight
Product 1 is 15 grams
Product 2 is 22 grams
Product 3 is 28 grams
Could I use a conveyor to get these 3 items up to 21 MPH, have them shoot off the end on the conveyor, and have them sort themselves by distance traveled before hitting the ground. Or any other ideas??
Thanks in advance for any help you may give.
Chad
 
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Ignoring air resistance, the trajectory of a projectile is independent of its mass.
 

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