Is velocity ever a scalar quantity? - Physics Forums
Dec 27, 2024 · I thought velocity was always a vector quantity, one with both magnitude and direction. When it came to the suvat equations, where v = final velocity, and u = initial velocity, I thought both of …
Calculating Trebuchet Velocity: A Homework Help Guide
Dec 10, 2009 · The discussion focuses on calculating the velocity of a golf ball launched by a trebuchet for a physics project. The user provided specific parameters including a counterweight mass of …
Torque v. Time Graph -- Find angular velocity - Physics Forums
Dec 2, 2014 · The discussion focuses on calculating the angular velocity of an object with a moment of inertia of 3.00 kg·m² subjected to varying torque over time. The key equations utilized include torque …
Finding Velocity given x and y velocities • Physics Forums
Oct 26, 2008 · To find the velocity of an object given its x and y components, the Pythagorean Theorem is the correct method for calculating the magnitude of the velocity vector. Specifically, the formula …
Change in direction affecting velocity • Physics Forums
Jul 13, 2016 · Changing direction while in motion does affect velocity, as velocity is a vector quantity that includes both speed and direction. When an object, such as a weight swung in a circle, changes …
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Confusing speed with velocity, neglecting the directional component of velocity. Overlooking that deceleration is still a form of acceleration (negative acceleration). Failing to correctly apply the vector …
Ticker Timer Experiment: Calculating Displacement, Velocity ...
Apr 15, 2006 · The discussion revolves around conducting a ticker timer experiment at 50 GHz to calculate displacement, average velocity, and acceleration of a trolley. Participants clarify that total …
Angular acceleration, velocity, momentum of a door?
Oct 29, 2015 · The discussion revolves around the dynamics of a door modeled as a uniform rod, focusing on angular acceleration, velocity, momentum, and rotational kinetic energy when a force is …
Calculating Final Velocity Using Force-Displacement Graph
Feb 21, 2016 · The discussion focuses on calculating the final velocity of a 9.9 kg object using a Force vs. Displacement graph, given an initial velocity of 28.6 m/s. The key equations utilized are W = Fd …
Velocity - Viscosity/density? WHAAA? - Physics Forums
Apr 29, 2011 · The discussion centers on a year 12 physics student's investigation into fluid mechanics, specifically examining the relationship between terminal velocity and viscosity using Stokes Law. The …