Equations of linear motion in terms of films

[tonto995566]

Homework Statement

I have been asked to investigate whether Hollywood is scientifically accurate. I decided to use a clip from speed where the bus jumps that hole in the road. I have worked out the speed in m/s from the dial on the bus (67mph = 28.87m/s) and the distance from what the guy says (50 feet which i worked out to be 16.66M) and I've estimated the angle at 45 degrees.

Homework Equations

I think the equations of linear motion are neccisary

The Attempt at a Solution

This is where i need help. As this is my own designed task, of which everyones will be different: i am a bit unsure about where to go next...I know that i want to prove whether it is accurate or not but how...maybe someone could help :D. I would prefer if you didnt answer this just started it off so i knew where i was heading...ty :D

 

[Kurdt]

You have how far away the landing ramp is. Could you estimate the height difference between the take off and landing ramp. Also I think 45 degrees is a bit steep, you may want to have another look at that.

Once you're happy with all of the above you will have to work out whether the bus launching at that speed from a ramp of whatever angle will be able to traverse the 50 foot gap in the way you would normally deal with a question of this type.

 

[baba89]

I would approach this investigation by first reviewing the equations of linear motion. These equations, such as velocity = distance/time and acceleration = change in velocity/time, can be used to analyze the motion of the bus in the clip from Speed.

Next, I would gather more data from the clip, such as the time it takes for the bus to reach the other side of the hole and any other relevant information. This data can then be plugged into the equations to calculate the bus's acceleration, velocity, and other parameters.

I would also conduct research on the physics involved in jumping a bus over a hole in the road. This can help determine if the actions portrayed in the movie are scientifically accurate or if they defy the laws of physics.

Additionally, I would compare the calculated values from the equations to the actual footage in the movie. If there are discrepancies, it could indicate that the scene was not accurately portrayed.

In conclusion, by using the equations of linear motion and conducting thorough research, I would be able to provide a scientific analysis of the accuracy of the scene in question.