Find acceleration based on final velocity and distance

Thread starter antiliberal12
Start date May 16, 2007
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To find the acceleration of the airsoft gun, the formula a = v^2 / (2d) can be used, where v is the final velocity and d is the distance traveled. Given the final velocity of 106.68 m/s and a distance of 0.762 meters, the acceleration can be calculated. Substituting the values into the formula yields an acceleration of approximately 7,220.8 m/s². This calculation provides a clear method to determine acceleration without needing an accurate time measurement. Understanding these principles is essential for analyzing projectile motion in airsoft and similar applications.

May 16, 2007

antiliberal12

I have an airsoft gun that i am trying to find the acceleration for

Initial Velocity=0
Final Velocity= 106.68 m/s
Distance Traveled=.762meters

Is there any way i can find the acceleration with that information, i have no way to find an accurate time.

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May 16, 2007

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final_v^2 = 2*dist*acceleration

a = v^2/2d

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