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    Power Needed for 200kg Glider to Reach 25m/s in 75m

    ah! now that you say it, thanks a lot
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    Power Needed for 200kg Glider to Reach 25m/s in 75m

    A glider is launched from the ground by means of a winch, which rapidly reels in a towing cable attached to the glider. What average power must the winch supply in order to accelerate a 200 kg glider from rest to 25 m/s over a horizontal distance of 75 m. Air resistance and friction are...