alberto91
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Is this correct?
Why the time is minutes instead of seconds?
Thanks!
Why the time is minutes instead of seconds?
Thanks!
The discussion focuses on calculating time using delta-v (dv) and velocity in the context of physics, specifically through the equation t = d/v. It highlights the importance of using correct units, emphasizing that velocity must be in meters per second (m/s) and distance in meters. The correct approach involves using the relationship between acceleration and time, expressed as dv/dt = a, leading to the integration of the equations to derive t_needed = v_needed/a. The conversation underscores the necessity of constant acceleration for accurate calculations.
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WWGD said:By dimensional analysis your t has no units.
WWGD said:What I mean is you're dividing two expressions with m/s as units, which cancel out. This tells you you're doing something wrong somewhere. I guess you want to use t=d/v? Then d is given in meters ( or another unit of distance) . In your case you used 1 m/s , which is not a measure of distance.