Batter hits a ball momentum problem

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The problem involves a batter hitting a baseball, focusing on the concepts of impulse and momentum. The scenario includes a force function applied over a specific time and the velocities of the baseball before and after the collision.

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  • Participants discuss the nature of the collision, questioning whether it is elastic or inelastic. There is also confusion regarding the force function and its representation, as well as the definition of impulse and its units.

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Some participants are attempting to clarify the equations relevant to the problem and the definitions of terms like impulse. There is an ongoing exploration of the collision type and the implications of the force function presented.

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There is uncertainty regarding the interpretation of the force function and the units of impulse. Participants are also navigating the definitions of elastic and inelastic collisions in the context of the problem.

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A batter hits a ball with a force of F(t)=(13000N)sin(1.05ms^-1) for 3.00ms. A baseball is thrown so it has a velocity of 35.0m/s toward the batter just before it hits the bat. Assuming the baseball has a mass of 300.0g calculate:

a. the impulse delivered to the ball over the 3.00ms

b.the velocity of the baseball just after it leaves the bat

I really don't know where to start. The answers are impulse=24.8N and 47.5m/s

Any help would be great!
 
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I'd start with the equations, and identifying what type of collision it is. Would you call this collision elastic, inelastic, or perfectly inelastic?
 


i would say its elastic, what equations are you talking about?
 


F(t)=(13000N)sin(1.05ms^-1)

i don't understand. sin is a function for angles, how can you deduce "sin 1.05ms-1"

impulse=24.8N

impulse is basically change in momentum. so the unit is kg ms-1 not N
 


m1v1=m2v2

impulse=F*change in time
 

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