What is the maximum height reached by the rocket?

In summary, the conversation is about a model rocket launched upward with an initial speed of 49.5 m/s and a constant upward acceleration of 1.83 m/s^2. The max height reached by the rocket is 281.66 m. The question is asking for the time it takes for the rocket to reach its maximum height and how long it remains in the air. The conversation also mentions using a formula to calculate the time for the first and second sections of the trajectory.
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Lilly
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Could someone please help me do this question, at least parts B and C?? I already know that the max height is 281.66 m. Thank you!

A model rocket is launched straight upward with an initial speed of 49.5 m/s. It accelerates with a constantupward acceleration of 1.83 m/s^2 until its engines stop at an altitude of 132.0 m.
A.What is the maximum height reached by the rocket?
B.How long after lift-off does it take for the rocket to reach its maximum height?
C.How long is the rocket in the air
 
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This should get you started:
[tex]h(t) = v_0 t +(a-g)t^2/2[/tex]
 
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B) Find the final velocity reached after 132.0 m of travel, then, ignoring air friction, use that as intitial velocity, factor in acceleration due to gravity, and remaining distance to travel, and find time for the second section (engine off) of the trajectory. Now go back and use a similar formula to find the time taken for the first section (engine on).
C) Add all your times together (don't forget its freefall motion as it falls back down)
 
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thank you!

thanks so much :)
 

What is the maximum height reached by the rocket?

The maximum height reached by a rocket depends on various factors such as the type of rocket, the amount of fuel, the thrust of the engines, and atmospheric conditions. However, in general, rockets can reach heights of several hundred kilometers above Earth's surface.

What is the highest altitude a rocket has ever reached?

The highest altitude reached by a rocket was achieved by NASA's Juno spacecraft, which reached a height of 8,800 kilometers above Jupiter's cloud tops in 2016.

Can a rocket reach space?

Yes, a rocket can reach space. The boundary commonly considered as the beginning of space is known as the Kármán line, which is approximately 100 kilometers above Earth's surface. Rockets can reach this altitude and beyond, entering into low Earth orbit.

What is the difference between altitude and height in terms of rockets?

Altitude and height are often used interchangeably when discussing rockets, but technically, altitude refers to the distance above sea level, while height refers to the distance from the ground. In the context of rockets, altitude is typically used to describe the height reached above Earth's surface, while height can refer to the distance from the ground during takeoff and landing.

How do scientists measure the maximum height reached by a rocket?

Scientists use various instruments and techniques to measure the maximum height reached by a rocket. These include radar tracking, GPS, and onboard sensors that record altitude and acceleration. The data collected is then analyzed to determine the exact height reached by the rocket.

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