How Far Can a Ball Travel Based on Launch Conditions?

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Start date Aug 19, 2009
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The discussion focuses on calculating how far a ball can travel based on its launch conditions, emphasizing the importance of energy conservation in determining the ball's speed before impact. It notes that traditional kinematic equations may not apply due to the non-constant acceleration of the pendulum ball. The original poster successfully resolved their query and expressed gratitude for the assistance received. Overall, the conversation highlights the complexities involved in projectile motion and the need for appropriate equations based on specific scenarios. Understanding these principles is crucial for accurately predicting the distance a ball will travel.

Aug 19, 2009

jumpingjack90

Distance ball will land??

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thanks for help! attained answer.

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Aug 19, 2009

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You start by using energy conservation to find the speed of the ball just before it hits the other one. The kinematic equation that you wrote down does not work in this case because the acceleration of the pendulum ball is not constant.

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