How to Calculate Air Time and Initial Speed of a Golf Ball in Projectile Motion?

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The problem involves calculating the air time and initial speed of a golf ball in projectile motion, specifically when the ball is hit horizontally from an elevated position. The scenario includes a drop of 6.5 meters and a horizontal distance of 66.8 meters.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory, Assumption checking, Problem interpretation

Approaches and Questions Raised

  • Participants discuss the time it takes for an object to fall 6.5 meters and question the initial conditions of the motion. Some seek clarification on the application of projectile motion equations.

Discussion Status

The discussion is ongoing, with participants exploring the necessary equations for vertical motion and questioning the assumptions regarding the initial conditions of the projectile. Some guidance has been offered regarding the use of constant acceleration equations.

Contextual Notes

There is a noted lack of clarity in the original poster's understanding of projectile motion, which may affect their approach to the problem. The discussion reflects a need for further elaboration on the concepts involved.

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1. Homework Statement
A golfer rips a tee shot from an elevated driving range tee-off such that the ball leaves horizontally. The ball lands exactly at the 66.8 meter marker, and was shot from the upper level (6.5 meters above the ground).

How long was the ball in the air?

And how fast did the ball leave the tee?


2. Homework Equations
X = VoxT


3. The Attempt at a Solution
My teacher did a terrible job touching base on projectile motion... where do i start?
 
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How long does it take an object to drop 6.5 meters from rest?
 
zgozvrm said:
How long does it take an object to drop 6.5 meters from rest?

I know that the question is asking that...but can you please elaborate?
 
hi deaninator! :smile:
deaninator said:
A golfer rips a tee shot from an elevated driving range tee-off such that the ball leaves horizontally …

use the standard constant acceleration equations for components of motion in the vertical (y) direction, with a = -g :wink:
 

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