SUMMARY
The discussion centers on calculating the speed at which the stern of the passenger liner France passes a pier while the ship accelerates uniformly. Given the ship's length of 315.5 meters and an initial speed of 2.5 m/s with an acceleration of 0.01 m/s², the calculated speed of the stern when it passes the pier is 3.42 m/s. The solution involves using kinematic equations that account for acceleration, specifically the formula a = (v - u) / (T - t).
PREREQUISITES
- Understanding of kinematic equations in physics
- Familiarity with concepts of acceleration and uniform motion
- Knowledge of basic algebra for solving equations
- Ability to manipulate formulas involving time, speed, and distance
NEXT STEPS
- Study kinematic equations in detail, focusing on acceleration scenarios
- Learn about the derivation and application of the formula a = (v - u) / (T - t)
- Explore real-world applications of motion equations in engineering contexts
- Practice problems involving uniformly accelerated motion to reinforce understanding
USEFUL FOR
Students in physics or engineering courses, educators teaching motion concepts, and anyone interested in applying kinematic equations to real-world scenarios.