Designing a Gravity Car for Physics Class
Apr 3, 2004 · The forum discussion focuses on designing a gravity car for a physics class project, where gravitational potential energy (GPE) is converted into kinetic energy (KE) to propel the …
Building a Gravity-Powered Vehicle: 5 Meter Challenge
Feb 14, 2006 · The forum discussion centers on building a gravity-powered vehicle capable of traveling at least 5 meters without using elastic potential energy. Participants suggest various …
How can I create the ultimate anti-gravity car for a physics ...
Nov 17, 2006 · Tomorrow, I am going to a physics competition. Each going is going to be given some supplies (I don't know what yet) and we are going to have to make like an anti gravity …
How find moment of inertia for car in turn? - Physics Forums
Oct 24, 2023 · In a real calculation all the elements of the car should be taken into account. The lengths are calculated from the vehicle’s center of gravity, to the center of gravity of each of …
Car on Banked Curve: Centripetal Force? - Physics Forums
Oct 4, 2017 · A car on a banked curve does not have a component of gravity that contributes to the centripetal force in addition to the normal force. The centripetal force required for circular …
Understanding G-Force After a Car Accident: Explained in Simple …
Oct 15, 2004 · The discussion clarifies the concept of "g-force" experienced during a car accident, specifically when a vehicle flips end over end. G-force, measured in multiples of gravitational …
Build a Mouse Trap Car: Backwards Motion Help - Physics Forums
Nov 8, 2006 · The forum discussion focuses on building a mouse trap car that must travel 2 meters forward, pick up an object, and then reverse 2 meters autonomously. The user has …
Calculating Center of Mass of a Car: Step-by-Step Guide
Dec 8, 2008 · The discussion focuses on calculating the center of mass of a car using weight measurements from scales under the front and rear wheels. The front wheels register a weight …
What are the aspects that can help a car to flip in a turn?
Sep 7, 2016 · The discussion focuses on the factors influencing a car's tendency to flip during a turn. Key aspects include the car's mass, center of gravity, and tire contact with the road. …
The power output of a vehicle when descending hills
Oct 4, 2024 · Power provided by gravity doesn't go away if the slope is negative, it just changes sign. If you drive a car down a steep hill and take your foot off the gas pedal, what happens?