Pre Lab
Directions/Description: In this lab we will continue exploring the motion of a projectile. While last week we used video analysis to break down the motion of a projectile, this week we will be using what we learned to analyze the motion of a shot projectile (a small metal ball) in the lab. The lab is broken down into two parts, 1) a projectile launched horizontally (no initial vertical component to velocity) and 2) a projectile launched at an upward angle. We will be using the kinematic equations in two dimensions to describe the motion in each part.
Prior to this week's lab be sure to 1) Watch the video below, 2) Explore the simulation as described in the video, and 3) Complete the pre-lab quiz on Blackboard. Also, just for fun, here is another example of projectile motion on the right ->->-> |
Projectile Motion at an Angle
Interesting Projectile Motion in Action with Center of Mass
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Pre Lab Video
Simulation
Explore this simulation to see what variables control the flight of projectiles. Specifically, look at how changing the initial height changes the flight of the projectile and how changing the initial speed of a horizontally launched projectile changes the range (x displacement) and time the projectile is in the air.
You may use the simulation to answer the pre lab quiz questions as well.
You may use the simulation to answer the pre lab quiz questions as well.
Required software for simulation can be found at: https://phet.colorado.edu/en/simulation/legacy/projectile-motion
Pre-Lab Quiz is available at the course Blackboard website
Lab
This week you will be completing the Projectile Motion - Hands On lab (page 25) from your lab manual.
projectile_motion_hands_on.docx | |
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File Type: | docx |
Post Lab
Please post a reflection on the lab experience on the Projectile Motion Hands On Reflection discussion board on the course Blackboard site.
Be sure to include:
Be sure to include:
- What you did
- Why you did it
- Any interesting observations
- What you learned from doing the lab