How Much Force to Accelerate a Rocket Sled to 1000 km/h in 1.8 Seconds?

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Start date Oct 20, 2009
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To accelerate a rocket sled from rest to 1000 km/h in 1.8 seconds, the required acceleration can be calculated using the formula v = at, where v is the final velocity and t is the time. Converting 1000 km/h to meters per second gives approximately 277.78 m/s. Using the mass of the sled, 700 kg, the net force can be determined with F = ma, resulting in a force of about 216,000 N. The calculations confirm that a significant force is necessary to achieve this rapid acceleration. Understanding these principles is crucial for designing effective rocket sled experiments.

Oct 20, 2009

baylayA

An experimental rocket sled can be accelerated at a constant rate from rest to 1000 km/h in 1.8 s. What is the magnitude of the required net force if the sled has a mass of 700 kg?

help please!

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Oct 20, 2009

pr0blumz

v = at
F = ma

Someone correct me if I'm wrong

Oct 20, 2009

baylayA

thank you thank you thank you!

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