What is the G Force on an Astronaut in a Rocket Accelerating at 26.95m/s/s?

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The discussion focuses on calculating the G force experienced by a 60kg astronaut in a rocket accelerating at 26.95 m/s². The calculation yields a force of approximately 2.7g when using the formula T=ma+mg. There is debate about whether to consider gravitational effects from the planets, with some suggesting that the problem's lack of specific location means gravity can be ignored. Others question the necessity of dividing the acceleration by Earth's gravity (9.81 m/s²) to find the G force. Ultimately, the consensus leans towards simplifying the calculation by disregarding external gravitational influences.
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Homework Statement



A rocket is accelerating from between Mars and Jupiter at 26.95m/s/s. calculate the g force on a 60kg astronaut.

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T=ma+mg

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T = 60x26.95=1617
= 1617/600
= approx 2.7g

i would think that g in this equation would be 0 or would i have to find the difference between the two planets' gravity?
 
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Since the problem does not state where the rocket is located, I would forget about gravitational effects. Why not merely divide 26.95 by 9.81?
 

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