How Does Elevator Acceleration Compare to Spaceship G-Forces?

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The discussion centers on comparing the acceleration experienced in a spaceship, where Mr. Bob feels 2g's, to that of a standard seven-floor elevator. Participants emphasize the need to estimate the elevator's acceleration based on typical travel times between floors. While specific numbers are not provided, the conversation suggests using common physics principles to derive the elevator's acceleration. The light-hearted banter about elevator jokes adds a humorous touch to the inquiry. Overall, the focus remains on understanding and calculating the acceleration of an elevator in relation to the spaceship scenario.
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Ok, this isn't the normal type of homework question you guys might get. Its a pretty simple question though. After finding that Mr. Bob in his spaceship is experiencing 2g's of acceleration, the question said "Now compare this to the acceleration of a standard 7 floor elevator." How am I supposed to know the acceleration of an elevator? Nothing in the chapter even mentioned elevators.

Just give me some numbers I could use in my explanation.

Thanks in advance
 
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Hi Physicsdewd! Welcome to PF! :smile:

Hint: in your experience (in other words, as a physicist!), how long does it take an elevator to go 7 floors … and so what is the acceleration? :smile:
Why are jokes about elevators the funniest?

:biggrin: Because they work on so many levels! :biggrin:
 
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