College Physics Problem Genesis Mission

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To solve the physics problem regarding the Genesis Mission Capsule crash, the key is to determine the average rate at which the capsule did work on the desert floor. The initial velocity of the capsule is converted to 86.4 m/s, and the depth of penetration is 0.81 m. Using the equation W = F * d, where force (F) can be derived from the mass (210 kg) and acceleration (a), the kinematic equation v² = v₀² + 2aΔx can be applied to find acceleration. By rearranging the equations and calculating the work done, one can determine the average rate of work exerted by the capsule during the crash. This approach will yield the necessary insights to solve the problem effectively.
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When the 210-Kg Genesis Mission Capsule Crashed with a speed of 311 Km/h, it buried itself 81.0 cm deep in the desert floor.
Assuming constant acceleration during the crash, at what average rate did the capsule do work on the desert?

Given: m = 210 kg Find W =?

vo = 311 km /h = 86.4 m/s

x = 81.0 cm = 0.81 m

I know the following equation: W = F*d = m * a *d

*Note: I am stuck on this Solving this type of Physics Problem, could somebody please provide me some insight on how to calculate this problem. I would really appreciate any help you can give me. Thanks.
 
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