2. 1D Motion / Kinematics
Vertical Motion and Free Fall
2. 1D Motion / Kinematics Vertical Motion and Free Fall
3PRACTICE PROBLEM
The vertical ascent phase of a 2500 kg space shuttle lasts 26 s. During this phase, the engine of the space shuttle provides a constant acceleration of 15 m/s2. At t = 26 s, the engine fails. Neglect the effect of resistive forces. Determine the maximum height attained by the space shuttle.
The vertical ascent phase of a 2500 kg space shuttle lasts 26 s. During this phase, the engine of the space shuttle provides a constant acceleration of 15 m/s2. At t = 26 s, the engine fails. Neglect the effect of resistive forces. Determine the maximum height attained by the space shuttle.