The discussion revolves around a physics problem involving kinetic energy and work, specifically focusing on a car's acceleration from 17 m/s to 33 m/s while merging onto a freeway. Participants are exploring how to calculate the power supplied by the car's engine based on given work and force values.
The discussion is ongoing, with participants clarifying the problem statement and identifying missing information, such as the distance over which the acceleration occurs. Some guidance has been provided regarding the importance of the distance in calculating time.
Participants note that the original problem statement may have omitted the distance of 80 meters, which is crucial for determining the time taken for the acceleration.
KTiaam said:Homework Statement
While merging onto a freeway, a 1900 kg car accelerates from 17 m/s to 33 m/s
What power did the engine supply?
W = 7.6 x 105 J
F = 9500 N
Homework Equations
P=W/T
The Attempt at a Solution
Not sure how to find T.
KTiaam said:the previous questions were
a)
how much work was done?
which i found out was 7.6 x 105
b) If the velocity change took 80m of road what average force did the cars energy supply?
which i found out was 9500 N
that was all that was given to me