PHYS 49000: Special Assignments

School: Purdue University

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Calculating Work from Speed Change: Water-Skiing Physics Explained!

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Explore the physics behind a water-skier accelerating from an initial speed to a faster one. Learn how to calculate the work done using the change in kinetic energy. Understand the principle of energy conservation through real-world examples.

Youngsters' Cliff Dives: Comparing Splashdown Speeds

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Dive into the physics of cliff jumping as we analyze the splashdown speeds of two adventurous youngsters. Explore the factors that determine their speeds and choose the best explanation among the options provided.

Pebble Velocity for Horizontal Impact on Juliet's Window

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Explore the physics behind calculating the velocity of pebbles thrown by Romeo to hit Juliet's window with only a horizontal component.

Calculating Jet Engine Thrust for Cruising Speed

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Dive into the world of aviation as we calculate the thrust required for a medium-sized jet to maintain a cruising speed of 230 m/s at a specific altitude. Explore the impact of air density and drag coefficients on aircraft performance.

Optimizing Launch Tube Acceleration for Maximum Points

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Discover how to optimize the launch tube acceleration to achieve the maximum height and earn the most points in your laboratory experiment.

Tennis Ball Momentum and Change in Direction

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Explore the physics of a tennis ball hitting a wall and its momentum changes. Learn about the original momentum, changes, and the concept of reference objects in this engaging video.