Small Elastic Ball Dropped from Height of 1.1m onto an Incline

In summary, the conversation discusses the problem of finding the distance between the first and second impact points of a ball dropped from a height of 1.1 m onto an incline with a 32 degree angle. The formula y=x*tan(32)-9.8*x^^2/2*(v0*cos(theta)^^2) is suggested, but it is not entirely correct. The use of the formulas h = h_0 + v_{0y }t + (1/2) g t^2 and v_{x} = \Delta x / \Delta t is recommended, but one must find a way to relate the horizontal distance between the impact points to the distance along the incline. The conversation concludes with
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small elastic ball is dropped from the height h = 1.1 m onto an incline. After hitting the incline the ball bounces and hits the incline the second time. The ball bounces at same speed with which it hits the incline. The angle of the incline is 32 degrees. The angle between the normal to the incline and the velocity before the first collision is the same as the angle between the normal to the incline and the velocity after the first collision ( like a reflection of a light beam in geometrical optics) . Calculate the distance between the first and the second impact.
 
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You need to show some work to get help. What did you try?
 
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What I 've know about this question's information is to find the distace between position
of first hit and second hit of droping ball from 1.1 m height. Also it is I thinki have to use this formula; y=x*tan(32)-9.8*x^^2/2*(v0*cos(theta)^^2) is that right?
answer is 4.7m but I really don;t understand I 've been trying for few hours for this pleez
 
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Where did you get that formula? Did you work it out for yourself? I don't think it is quite correct. Can you specify what is giving you the most trouble?

Can you figure out the velocity that the ball hits the incline with?

Have you drawn a diagram and figured out the way the ball bounces?

You can use [tex]h = h_0 + v_{0y }t + (1/2) g t^2[/tex] and [tex]v_{x} = \Delta x / \Delta t[/tex] where x is the horizontal distance between the two impact points, NOT the distance along the incline between the two impact points (which is what you want). You need to find a way to relate those two distances.
 

FAQ: Small Elastic Ball Dropped from Height of 1.1m onto an Incline

What is the purpose of dropping a small elastic ball from a height of 1.1m onto an incline?

The purpose of this experiment is to study the relationship between the height of a dropped ball and its elastic potential energy, as well as the effects of incline on the ball's trajectory and energy transfer.

How does the height of the ball affect its elastic potential energy?

According to the law of conservation of energy, the potential energy of a system is directly proportional to its height. Therefore, a higher drop height will result in a higher elastic potential energy for the ball.

What factors can affect the trajectory of the ball when dropped onto an incline?

The trajectory of the ball can be affected by the angle of the incline, the mass and elasticity of the ball, air resistance, and the surface of the incline.

How does the incline affect the energy transfer of the ball?

The incline can absorb some of the energy from the ball's motion, resulting in a decrease in its kinetic energy and an increase in its potential energy. The steeper the incline, the more energy will be transferred to potential energy.

What are some potential sources of error in this experiment?

Some potential sources of error include variations in the ball's mass and elasticity, imprecise measurements of the incline angle and drop height, and external factors such as air resistance and surface friction. Proper calibration and multiple trials can help reduce these errors.

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