Impulse, Linear momentum belly flop

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SUMMARY

The discussion focuses on calculating the impulse experienced by Henri LaMothe when performing a belly flop from a height of 10 meters into 31 cm of water. Given his mass of 80 kg, the impulse can be determined using the equations for impulse and momentum change: J = ΔP = Pf - Pi and J = Favg * Δt. The key steps involve calculating the velocity just before impact, the time duration of the collision, and the resulting change in linear momentum.

PREREQUISITES
  • Understanding of impulse and momentum concepts
  • Familiarity with basic physics equations, specifically J = ΔP and J = Favg * Δt
  • Knowledge of kinematics to calculate velocity before impact
  • Ability to estimate time duration of collisions in physics problems
NEXT STEPS
  • Calculate the velocity just before impact using kinematic equations
  • Determine the time duration of the collision with the water
  • Explore the relationship between force and impulse in collision scenarios
  • Review examples of impulse problems in physics textbooks or online resources
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This discussion is beneficial for physics students, educators, and anyone interested in understanding impulse and momentum in collision scenarios, particularly in practical applications like sports or stunt performance.

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Homework Statement


Until he was in his seventies, Henri LaMothe excited audiences by belly-flopping from a height of 10 m into 31 cm. of water. Assuming that he stops just as he reaches the bottom of the water and estimating his mass to be 80 kg, find the magnitudes of the impulse on him from the water.



Homework Equations


J[tex]\rightarrow[/tex]=[tex]\Delta[/tex]P=Pf-Pi
J[tex]\rightarrow[/tex]=[tex]\int[/tex]F(t)dt
J=Favg * [tex]\Delta[/tex]t

Question:
What is the best way to approach my first impulse problem aka, how do i go about solving for the following in the most efficient manner possible?
-Velocity before collision
-Time for the collision to occur
-Change in linear momentum aka Impulse

I would like to make sure i start this section off with the right methodology on the most basic problem, that way I can carry that knowledge on throughout the rest of the homework.
 
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