Thread: Nerf ball starting at 12m/s 45 degree angle ending at 8ft 6in w/ air resistance
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Re: Nerf ball starting at 12m/s 45 degree angle ending at 10ft w/ air resistance
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Originally Posted by Greg Marra
I'm not totally sure how it takes into account air resistance, but this applet is a very useful way to quickly and visually model launching things at different speeds and angles.
As I said we were able to calculate it without air resistance, but as I am sure you know those nerf balls have a LOT of it.

It is interesting the applet you sent me says it can take into account air resistance yet it does not need surface area? Strange.

I attached a picture of what I need incase anyone is confused.
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