Calculate the muzzle velocity and the time required between lanuches

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The discussion focuses on calculating the muzzle velocity and the time required for shells to land simultaneously. The key equation mentioned is for time: 2VoSinTheta/g, where Vo represents the initial velocity and Theta the launch angle. Participants emphasize the importance of understanding two-dimensional motion and the separation of vertical and horizontal components to solve the problem effectively.

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Homework Statement


Calculate the muzzle velocity and the time required between lanuches in order for the shells to land at the same time.

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for time: 2VoSinTheta /g (?)[/B]

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I have no idea where to begin,sorry. Please help me to figure out where to start,can you refer me to some videos or break it down for me please?[/B]
 

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Then I would suggest you begin by reviewing two dimensional motion in your textbook. Do you know how to separate this into vertical and horizontal components?
 
HallsofIvy said:
Then I would suggest you begin by reviewing two dimensional motion in your textbook. Do you know how to separate this into vertical and horizontal components?

Yes,I think I was jumping the gun. Before I came here I figured that I should probably break apart the vectors.
 

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