The rocket propelled by a thrust T of 32 kN travels in a vertical plane and it is subjected to an atmospheric resistance R of 9.6 kN. The mass of the rocket at the instant is 2000 kg. If the rocket has a velocity of 3 km/sec and if the gravitational acceleration is 6 m/sec² at the altitude of the rocket, calculate the radius of curvature of its path for the position described. Present your answer in km using 4 significant figures.

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**Problem Description:**

The rocket is propelled by a thrust \( T \) of 32 kN and travels in a vertical plane. It is subjected to an atmospheric resistance \( R \) of 9.6 kN. The mass of the rocket at the instant is 2000 kg. If the rocket has a velocity of 3 km/sec and the gravitational acceleration is 6 m/sec² at the altitude of the rocket, calculate the radius of curvature of its path for the position described. Present your answer in km using **4 significant figures**.

**Diagram Explanation:**

The image contains a diagram illustrating the path of the rocket. In the diagram:

- The rocket's path is depicted as a line angled at \(30^\circ\) from the vertical.
- The thrust \( T \) and atmospheric resistance \( R \) are directed along the rocket’s path.
- A vertical line indicates the gravitational force acting on the rocket.

The problem requires calculating the radius of curvature of the path given the forces involved.
Transcribed Image Text:**Problem Description:** The rocket is propelled by a thrust \( T \) of 32 kN and travels in a vertical plane. It is subjected to an atmospheric resistance \( R \) of 9.6 kN. The mass of the rocket at the instant is 2000 kg. If the rocket has a velocity of 3 km/sec and the gravitational acceleration is 6 m/sec² at the altitude of the rocket, calculate the radius of curvature of its path for the position described. Present your answer in km using **4 significant figures**. **Diagram Explanation:** The image contains a diagram illustrating the path of the rocket. In the diagram: - The rocket's path is depicted as a line angled at \(30^\circ\) from the vertical. - The thrust \( T \) and atmospheric resistance \( R \) are directed along the rocket’s path. - A vertical line indicates the gravitational force acting on the rocket. The problem requires calculating the radius of curvature of the path given the forces involved.
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Mass (m)= 2000 kgTrust (T)=32 kNAtmospheric Resistance (R)=9.6 kNGravitational acceleration (g)=6 m/s2Velocity (v)=3 km/secVelocity (v)=3000 m/s

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