How Does Elevator Acceleration Compare to Spaceship G-Forces?

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The discussion centers on comparing the acceleration experienced in a spaceship, specifically 2g's, to that of a standard elevator traveling seven floors. While the original poster seeks numerical values for elevator acceleration, it is established that typical elevator acceleration ranges from 1 to 2 m/s². This comparison highlights the significant difference in forces experienced between a spaceship and an elevator, emphasizing the unique conditions of space travel.

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This discussion is beneficial for physics students, engineers involved in elevator design, and anyone interested in the comparative analysis of forces in different environments, particularly in relation to human experience in elevators versus spaceships.

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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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