Edexcel A Level Maths: Mechanics:复习笔记2.6.3 Equation of a Trajectory
Equation of a Trajectory
What is the trajectory of a projectile?
- The trajectory of a projectile is the path it follows during its motion
- The modelling assumptions mean it is symmetrical
- It follows a path called a parabola
- So far, motion has been described using the suvat formulae and we have produced parametric equations with time as the parameter
- A Cartesian equation links the horizontal (x) and vertical (y) components of the displacement y = f(x)
How do I find the equation for the trajectory of a projectile?
- U is the initial speed of the projectile at an angle of θ° to the horizontal
Worked Example
A particle is projected from a point on horizontal ground at a speed of V m s-1 at an angle α° to the horizontal. The trajectory of the particle is given by the equation
where 
is the vertical height of the particle and 
is the horizontal distance travelled by the particle.
(a) State two assumptions that have been made.
(b) In the case when 
and α = 70° find, to three significant figures, the height of the particle after it has travelled 12 m horizontally.
(a) State two assumptions that have been made.
(b) In the case when and α = 70° find, to three significant figures, the height of the particle after it has travelled 12 m horizontally.
Exam Tip
- The steps are always the same so the only way the questions can be made difficult is for them to use confusing letters. They could use similar letters to suvat including capital letters. Alternatively, they could use unusual letters like a, instead of θ, for angles.
- Make sure you show enough working out to convince the examiner that you know the steps especially if it is a "show that" question.
- Sometimes you might have to use trigonometric identities from pure maths.
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