How Does Moving at 20sqrt(2) m/s Affect the Projectile's Trajectory Equation?

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The discussion focuses on determining the trajectory equation of a projectile from the perspective of an observer moving at 20√2 m/s along the positive x-axis. The original trajectory equation is given as y = x - 10^{-3}x^2, and the goal is to find the new equation for the moving observer. Participants suggest analyzing the x and y components of velocity relative to both the stationary observer and the moving observer. They emphasize using basic kinematics relationships to derive the new equation, while also noting the assumption of only gravitational deceleration in the y direction. Ultimately, the transformed trajectory equation is found to be y = (5/3)x - (1/360)x^2.
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Homework Statement


To an observer not in motion in the ground, the trajectory of a projectile is described by:
y = x - 10^{-3}x^2(In SI units)
Where it was adopted x = 0 and y = 0 for the origin point. Determine the trajectory equation for an observer that moves at 20sqrt(2) m/s in relation to the ground, in the positive x axis.

(Answer is y = \frac{5}{3}x - \frac{1}{360}x^2)

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Only the equations already given.

The Attempt at a Solution



I have no idea whatsoever on how to deal with this problem. I have learned how to deal with relative position problems, and relative velocity problems, but I have no idea how to change the equation themselves and make them reflect that.
 
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Look at each motion separately. First of all, what is the x component of the velocity relative to the stationary observer, from your equation? Then, if the observer is moving with 20√2 m/s, what is the x component relative to him? Do the same for the y component.

Think about what that graph is actually telling you about these values.
 
I apologize, but I do not understand what you mean. Could you maybe rephrase it, in case I am missing something obvious?

I tried taking the inverse function (So I would have the movement in function of x), but still, that didn't help me.
 
Hmm.. if you start with your basic kinematics relationships, you should be able to construct a relationship between y and x involving the initial velocity angle, initial velocity magnitude and the constant acceleration.

However, in this case, you don't know the initial angle, velocity and accelerations. So, it's a matter of working it out the other way.

EDIT: Also you'll probably be working under the assumption that there is only a deceleration of g in the y direction. With all that, you should get the raw materials for which you can answer the question.
 
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