Lob vs. Bullet Pass: Initial Speed and Launch Angle Calculation

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In summary, the lob pass is thrown with an initial speed of 21.5 m/s and a time of flight of 2.97 seconds. The launch angle of the pass can be determined using kinematic equations of motion. The bullet pass is thrown with a launch angle of 25 degrees, and the initial speed and time of flight can also be calculated using these equations.
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the lob pass is thrown with an initial speed of 21.5 m/s and its time of flight is 2.97s. What is its launch angle?

The bullet pass is thrown with a launch angle of 25 degrees. What is the initial speed of this pass? What is the time of fight of the bullet pass?

what formulas and how is this worked out?
 
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the lob pass is thrown with an initial speed of 21.5 m/s and its time of flight is 2.97s. What is its launch angle?

The bullet pass is thrown with a launch angle of 25 degrees. What is the initial speed of this pass? What is the time of fight of the bullet pass?

what formulas and how is this worked out?

Welcome to the PF. You use the kinematic equations of motion, which you no doubt are studying now. What are those equations? How would you use them to start to solve these problems?
 

FAQ: Lob vs. Bullet Pass: Initial Speed and Launch Angle Calculation

What is the difference between lob and bullet trajectories?

Lob trajectories follow a curved path, while bullet trajectories follow a straight path. This is due to the different forces acting on the projectiles, with lobbed objects being affected by gravity and air resistance, while bullets are primarily affected by air resistance.

Which trajectory is more accurate, lob or bullet?

It depends on the situation and the skill of the person aiming. In general, bullets tend to be more accurate due to their high velocity and straight path, but lobbed objects can be more precise if the person has good aim and understands the physics behind lob trajectories.

Can lob and bullet trajectories be used interchangeably?

No, they are fundamentally different and cannot be used interchangeably. Lob trajectories are generally used for long distance shots with a high arc, while bullets are used for shorter distances and require a flatter trajectory.

What factors affect the trajectory of a lobbed object or bullet?

The main factors that affect the trajectory of a lobbed object are the initial velocity, angle of release, air resistance, and gravity. For bullets, the main factors are the initial velocity, drag coefficient, and gravity.

How does air resistance impact the trajectories of lobbed objects and bullets?

Air resistance affects both types of trajectories, but it has a greater impact on lobbed objects due to their slower velocities and longer flight times. For bullets, air resistance can cause them to slow down and deviate from their intended path, but it is less of a factor at high velocities.

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