Calculating Landing Distance on an Aircraft Carrier

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The discussion revolves around calculating the landing distance of a plane on an aircraft carrier, focusing on kinematic equations related to motion under constant acceleration. The original poster presents a scenario involving a plane landing with a specified initial velocity and deceleration.

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  • Exploratory, Mathematical reasoning

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  • The original poster attempts to calculate the time required for the plane to come to rest and seeks assistance with the distance calculation. Some participants suggest using kinematic equations to find the distance, while others confirm the approach taken by the original poster.

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The discussion is progressing with participants providing guidance on the necessary equations and confirming the original poster's calculations. There is an indication of successful attempts to apply the equations, but no consensus on the final distance calculation has been reached.

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The original poster notes the need to convert units from kilometers to meters, indicating a potential area of confusion in the problem setup.

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A plane lands with a velocity of 111.1 m /s and accelerates at a maximum rate of -6.8 m/s^2
Fom the instant the plane touches the runway, what is the minimum time needed before it can come to rest.
Part 2 the plane is landing on a naval aircraft carrier that is 0.80km long. What distance does the plane require to land answer in units of km.

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Ok i managed to get the first part using t = Vf-Vi /a. Which is 16.33sec

Now the second part i know i got to change km to m but i can't figure out what else to do.
Can someone help me
 
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You need to use a kinematic equation that involves distance. You know everything you need to solve for it.
 
WOOT! Nice i got d=Vit+1/2a(t)^2
0.90km gracias mate
 
You're welcome :smile:
 

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