0-60mph back down to 0 = X feet

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0-60-0 Help :(

I am going to court tomorrow for a trafic citation and need to figure out the following

0-60mph back down to 0 = X feet


information i have:

0-60 = 6.7 sec

60-0 = 112 feet

 

[andrevdh]

It seems your braking (or was it a collision?) was much more effective than the acceleration. It is only possible to give an approximation answer in this case since your speed most likely did not change uniformly as you accelerated. If one assumes that it did change at a constant rate then the total distance traveled while going from 0 - 60 (0 - 88 ft/sec) is just the area under the speed time graph which will then be the area of a triangle with a base of 6.7 sec and a height of 88 feet/sec which gives a distance of 295 feet.

 

[ogb p]

First of all, it is important to clarify that the distance traveled while accelerating and decelerating from 0 to 60 mph and back to 0 is different from the stopping distance of a vehicle. The stopping distance takes into account other factors such as reaction time, road conditions, and braking efficiency.

Assuming the 0-60 mph time of 6.7 seconds and a constant acceleration, we can calculate the average speed during this time to be 30 mph (60/2 = 30). Using the formula d = v*t, where d is the distance, v is the average speed, and t is the time, we can calculate the distance traveled during the acceleration phase to be 335 feet (30 mph * 6.7 sec = 335 feet).

During the deceleration phase, the average speed will also be 30 mph, but the time will be different due to the shorter stopping distance of 112 feet. Using the same formula, we can calculate the time to be 3.73 seconds (112 feet / 30 mph = 3.73 sec).

Now, to find the total distance traveled during the 0-60-0 maneuver, we can add the distance traveled during acceleration (335 feet) and deceleration (112 feet) to get a total of 447 feet.

However, it is important to note that this calculation is based on the assumption of a constant acceleration and deceleration. In real-world scenarios, various factors can affect the actual distance traveled, and it is best to consult with a traffic expert for an accurate assessment. I recommend seeking legal counsel for your court case and presenting this information as part of your defense.