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Nerf ball starting at 12m/s 45 degree angle ending at 8ft 6in w/ air resistance
So, I have to say, I am no math wiz as many FIRSTers are, so I was looking for a little friendly help.
If a ball is launched at 45 degrees from a height of 5 feet and the maximum velocity is 12m/s what is the distance traveled when the ball is going down at a height of 8ft 6in? Myself and a friend were able to calculate this WITHOUT taking into account air resistance but were unable to WITH air resistance.
We do however have something to base our model off of. The rules state:
The ball will go approximately 35ft if shot from a 30 degree angle. This manages to take into account neither the 8ft 6in high goal OR the 45 degree best angle but does take into account air resistance.
So, any math wiz' wana' take a crack at it? I am sure MANY teams will be very grateful.
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Last edited by Ethulin : 10-01-2006 at 19:37.
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