Refer to Concept Simulation 2.4 for help in visualizing this problem graphically. A cart is driven by a large propeller or fan, which can accelerate or decelerate the cart. The cart starts out at the position x-0 m, with an initial velocity of +3.2 m/s and a constant acceleration due to the fan. The direction to the right is positive. The cart reaches a maximum position of x- +16.6 m, where it begins to travel in the negative direction. Find the acceleration of the cart. Number 0.00031 Units m/s^2
Displacement, Velocity and Acceleration
In classical mechanics, kinematics deals with the motion of a particle. It deals only with the position, velocity, acceleration, and displacement of a particle. It has no concern about the source of motion.
Linear Displacement
The term "displacement" refers to when something shifts away from its original "location," and "linear" refers to a straight line. As a result, “Linear Displacement” can be described as the movement of an object in a straight line along a single axis, for example, from side to side or up and down. Non-contact sensors such as LVDTs and other linear location sensors can calculate linear displacement. Non-contact sensors such as LVDTs and other linear location sensors can calculate linear displacement. Linear displacement is usually measured in millimeters or inches and may be positive or negative.
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