SUMMARY
The total distance traveled by the robot over the 10 seconds is 6.74 meters. The robot's movements are broken down into four intervals: from t=0 to t=2, it moves 2.56 meters away; from t=2 to t=5, it moves back 0.81 meters; from t=5 to t=8, it moves away again 0.81 meters; and finally, from t=8 to t=10, it returns 2.56 meters to its starting position. The calculations confirm that the total distance is the sum of all movements, regardless of direction.
PREREQUISITES
- Understanding of basic kinematics
- Familiarity with distance and displacement concepts
- Knowledge of time intervals in motion analysis
- Ability to perform basic arithmetic operations
NEXT STEPS
- Study the principles of kinematics in one-dimensional motion
- Learn about distance vs. displacement in physics
- Explore graphical representations of motion over time
- Investigate the use of motion equations in robotics
USEFUL FOR
Students studying physics, robotics engineers, and anyone interested in understanding motion analysis in a linear context.