Will the Tractor and Tesla Avoid a Collision on the Mountain Road?

Thread starter ChrisBrandsborg
Start date Sep 6, 2016
Tags

Accceleration Collision Physics Speed Velocity

AI Thread Summary

A collision scenario is presented involving a tractor and a Tesla on a mountain road, with both vehicles starting to brake after a 0.5-second reaction time. The tractor travels at 40 km/h and the Tesla at 80 km/h, both decelerating at 5 m/s². Initial calculations suggest that they collide after 3.6 seconds, with the Tesla reaching a speed of 4 m/s at impact, while the tractor has already stopped. The discussion emphasizes the importance of confirming whether the tractor stops before the collision, as this affects the outcome of the scenario. The conversation highlights the need for careful application of kinematic equations to determine the dynamics of the situation accurately.

Aug 23, 2017

#101

BvU

Science Advisor

Homework Helper

Hello noname, :welcome:

This is a year old ! But I think the calculations are up to a certain moment (the collision). After that, the tractor may well roll over the Tesla if the driver still lisn't looking.