NCEA L2 Physics - Projectile Challenge

Level 1: Hit the target!

Current Gravity (g): 9.81 m/s²

Launch Angle: 45°

Launch Speed (v_initial): 50 m/s

Initial v_x: 0 m/s

Initial v_y: 0 m/s

Predicted Max Height: 0 m

Predicted Range: 0 m

Predicted Time of Flight: 0 s

Actual Max Height: - m

Actual Range: - m

Actual Time of Flight: - s

Complete the current flight objective first.

Adjust angle and power, then launch. Try to hit all targets.

Key Concepts:

Projectile Motion: Path (trajectory) is a parabola (negligible air resistance).
Velocity Components:
- v_x = v * cos(θ) (horizontal, constant)
- v_y = v * sin(θ) (vertical, changes due to gravity)
Force: The main force acting is gravity (F_g = mg), causing constant downward acceleration (g).
At Max Height: v_y = 0 m/s. Acceleration is still g downwards.
Analysis Mode: After a launch, toggle this to see force/velocity vectors along the path.

Projectile Motion & Forces Challenge