The discussion revolves around calculating travel time as a function of distance using the drag equation. Participants explore the integration of motion equations under the influence of drag, addressing both theoretical and practical aspects of the problem.
Participants express differing views on the approach to solving the problem, with some emphasizing the necessity of integration while others challenge the notion of providing direct solutions. There is no consensus on how to best support the original poster's request.
Participants acknowledge limitations related to integration skills and the implications for solving the problem, but do not resolve these issues.
This discussion may be useful for individuals interested in the application of drag equations in physics, particularly those grappling with integration in the context of motion and travel time calculations.
Christofer Br said:I don't know how to solve integrals so I could not fill solution attempt box
I realized that from beginning, I am essentialy asking to be spoon fed a solution - certainly other people will stumble upon it too, I think it's overall a good contribution to the forumDr.D said:This problem is solvable by direct integration, but if you do not know how to integrate, then the solution is simply beyond your capabilities. I do not think that there is any other way to deal with the problem, other than by integration.
That is absolutely not what we do here at Physics Forums.Christofer Br said:realised that from beginning, I am essentialy asking to be spoon fed a solution
I agree.Dr.D said:This problem is solvable by direct integration, but if you do not know how to integrate, then the solution is simply beyond your capabilities.