Projectile motion - horizontal seperation of two points

In summary, to find the horizontal separation of two points passed by a projectile fired with an initial velocity v0 at an angle adjusted for maximum range, you need to find the time difference between the two points. This can be related to the elevation h and can be used in the equation for maximum range of projectile motion to solve for the horizontal separation.
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Homework Statement



A projectile is fired with velocity v0 and passes through two points, both a distance h above the horizontal. The angle of the barrel of the gun is adjusted for the maximum range, find the horizontal separation of the two points.

Homework Equations



Max range for projectile motion = [itex]\frac{v_0^2}{g}[/itex]

The Attempt at a Solution



I try to find the "initial velocity" at height h and sub into the above equation.

[itex]v_{fy}^2 = (V_0\sin 45)^2 - 2gh[/itex]
[itex]v_{fx}^2 = (V_0\cos 45)^2[/itex]
[itex]\sqrt{v_0^2 - gh}[/itex]
[itex] R = \frac{V_0^2 - 2gh}{g} [/itex]

My answer is wrong of course...
Blah, its a multiple choice question and don't think it should take so many steps. Any hints?
 
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To find the separation between these two points, you need to know the time difference. Can you relate time to elevation h?
 

FAQ: Projectile motion - horizontal seperation of two points

1. What is projectile motion?

Projectile motion is the movement of an object through the air or any other medium under the influence of gravity. This type of motion is characterized by a parabolic path.

2. What is the horizontal separation of two points in projectile motion?

The horizontal separation of two points in projectile motion is the distance between the two points along the horizontal axis. It is the horizontal displacement of the object between those two points.

3. How is the horizontal separation of two points in projectile motion calculated?

The horizontal separation of two points in projectile motion can be calculated using the formula: d = v0xt, where d is the horizontal displacement, v0x is the initial horizontal velocity, and t is the time.

4. Does the horizontal separation of two points in projectile motion depend on the angle of projection?

Yes, the horizontal separation of two points in projectile motion is affected by the angle of projection. The greater the angle of projection, the greater the horizontal displacement.

5. Can the horizontal separation of two points in projectile motion be negative?

Yes, the horizontal separation of two points in projectile motion can be negative. This indicates that the object has moved in the negative direction along the horizontal axis, or in other words, in the opposite direction of the initial velocity.

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