Analysis of Curve Trajectory - Is It Correct?

firavia · Aug 1, 2009

I want to know whether this analysis in the image is correct or no ,and if no pleas I want u to explain me the reason thank you ..

flatmaster · Aug 2, 2009

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Reaction_control_system

firavia · Aug 7, 2009

this is a better picture that explains what I am really asking about ...

flatmaster · Aug 7, 2009

#2 as long as the second force is applied at the center of mass. If it's applied foreward of the center of mass, it will not only cause the townward acceleration, but also the torque that would rotate the ship.

Basically, as you drew it, #2 is the solution. If you move the thruster foreward on the ship, #1 is the solution.

Doc Al · Aug 7, 2009

See the discussion in this thread: https://www.physicsforums.com/showthread.php?t=329434

Analysis of Curve Trajectory - Is It Correct?

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