Throwing Objects - Motion in Two Dimensions

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The discussion revolves around a physics problem related to projectile motion in two dimensions, specifically focusing on the calculations and reasoning behind the angle of projection and maximum height of a thrown object.

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  • Exploratory, Conceptual clarification, Mathematical reasoning, Problem interpretation

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  • Participants express uncertainty about their approaches to parts a, c, and d of the problem, questioning the logic and calculations involved. There are discussions about the significance of the angle of projection and its impact on maximum height, as well as the role of gravity in the calculations.

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Several participants have shared their calculations and reasoning, with some expressing doubts about the correctness of their methods. There is an ongoing exploration of the implications of rounding in calculations and the relevance of different components of motion. Guidance has been offered regarding the need for clarity in discussing part c and the importance of gravity in the calculations.

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Participants are navigating the complexities of the problem, including assumptions about gravity and the angle of projection. There is a noted lack of consensus on certain calculations, particularly regarding maximum height and the interpretation of the components of motion.

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Homework Statement
It's not homework
Relevant Equations
1/2*g*t^2
I stuck on part c and d. My attemption is attached.
 

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Part c) says "discuss" and I don't see any discussion. I can't work out what your answer to d) is either.
 
PeroK said:
Part c) says "discuss" and I don't see any discussion. I can't work out what your answer to d) is either.
Is my solving way correct for part a ? I don't know how to discuss part c, what logic should I think?
 
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mustafamistik said:
Is my solving way correct for part a ? I don't know how to discuss part c, what logic should I think?
What is your answer for part a)?
 
PeroK said:
What is your answer for part a)?
It's attached.
 
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mustafamistik said:
It's attached.
45 degrees?

That said, this is a strange problem. The answer must be close to 45 degrees, but it cannot be exactly 45 degrees, unless you take ##g = 10 m/s^2##.
 
PeroK said:
45 degrees?

That said, this is a strange problem. The answer must be close to 45 degrees, but it cannot be exactly 45 degrees, unless you take ##g = 10 m/s^2##.
I rounded it. It comes from 4,9/5*tan^2... equation.
 
mustafamistik said:
I rounded it. It comes from 4,9/5*tan^2... equation.
Rounding or not makes a big difference to part c).
 
PeroK said:
Rounding or not makes a big difference to part c).
Understood. Actually i wonder if my solution way is correct. For part a.
 
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mustafamistik said:
Understood. Actually i wonder if my solution way is correct. For part a.
It looks okay to me.
 
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PeroK said:
It looks okay to me.
Thanks. I don't know how to discuss part c, what logic should I think?
 
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mustafamistik said:
Thanks. I don't know how to discuss part c, what logic should I think?
It wants calculations: angle, speed gives max height.
 
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In maximum height vertical speed must equal to 0.
##V_0*sin(45)/g= t##
##(V_0*sin(45)*t)-(1/2*g*t^2)=H_{max}##
##(V_0*sin(45)*(V_0*sin(45)/g))-(1/2*g*(V_0*sin(45)/g)^2)=H_{max}## ...
Is this way true ? for part C.
 
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mustafamistik said:
In maximum height vertical speed must equal to 0.
##V_0*sin(45)/g= t##
##(V_0*sin(45)*t)-(1/2*g*t^2)=H_{max}##
##(V_0*sin(45)*(V_0*sin(45)/g))-(1/2*g*(V_0*sin(45)/g)^2)=H_{max}## ...
Is this way true ? for part C.
Can you not tidy that up? You should get a simple formula for max height if ##\theta = 45°##
 
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PeroK said:
Can you not tidy that up? You should get a simple formula for max height if ##\theta = 45°##
I don't know how to do that.
 
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mustafamistik said:
I don't know how to do that.
It's basic kinematics. ##v^2 - u^2 = 2as##

Or, in this case ##v_y^2 - u_y^2 = 2a_ys_y##
 
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PeroK said:
It's basic kinematics. ##v^2 - u^2 = 2as##

Or, in this case ##v_y^2 - u_y^2 = 2a_ys_y##
##0-(5*sqrt(5))^2=2*H_{max}## ?
Then ##62.5=H_{max}##
But is result too big ?
 
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mustafamistik said:
##0-(5*sqrt(5))^2=2*H_{max}## ?
Then ##62.5=H_{max}##
But is result too big ?
Isn't there a little thing called gravity involved in the calculation? And isn't the angle involved too?
 
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PeroK said:
Isn't there a little thing called gravity involved in the calculation? And isn't the angle involved too?
Sorry. You're right.
##0-(5*sqrt(5)*sin(45))^2=2*g*H_{max}## =4.46
Yes seems to be true .
 
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mustafamistik said:
Sorry. You're right.
##0-(5*sqrt(5)*sin(45))^2=2*g*H_{max}## =4.46
Yes seems to be true .
I thought you were trying to find whether ##H_{max} = 3m## or not.
 
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PeroK said:
I thought you were trying to find whether ##H_{max} = 3m## or not.
Yes, according to my calculations ##H_{max}## bigger than 3m
 
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For part D. Radial component is zero, tangential component is ##g## of acceleration. Am i wrong?
 
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mustafamistik said:
Yes, according to my calculations ##H_{max}## bigger than 3m
Okay, but you may want to check your calculations: ##4.46m## is too high.
 
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mustafamistik said:
For part D. Radial component is zero, tangential component is ##g## of acceleration. Am i wrong?
I assume that's right. It's an odd question, as it has little relevance to the specific problem.
 
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PeroK said:
I assume that's right. It's an odd question, as it has little relevance to the specific problem.
I understand. Thanks for your help.
 

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