The discussion revolves around integrating kinematics problems, specifically focusing on the relationship between velocity and displacement, using the example of the equation velocity = Be^(-rt). Participants are exploring the units involved in the integration process.
Participants are actively engaging with the problem, providing clarifications regarding the units of time and the dimensionless nature of the exponential term. There appears to be a productive exchange of ideas, with some participants confirming their understanding of the concepts discussed.
There is a focus on ensuring that all variables are correctly accounted for in terms of their units, particularly the importance of "t" being in seconds to maintain dimensional consistency in the integration process.
You forgot the unit of "t". "rt" is a dimensionless number. Velocity has the unit of "m/s", and if you integrate in respect to "t" you have to multiply this unit by "s".noypingpogi said:hello, I'm new to the forums. Can someone help me with integrating kinematics problems? For example velocity= Be^(-rt), where B= 3.00 m/s and r=0.500 s^-1. i don't understand how the integral's unit becomes m (since the integral of velocity is displacement). someone help me! thanks