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How do you find the maximum height of an arrow?
The height in feet of the arrow t seconds after it was shot into the air is given by the function h t = −16t2 + 160t. It takes 5 seconds for the arrow to reach its maximum height. The maximum height of the arrow is 400 feet.
How do you find the initial velocity of an arrow?
Explanation:
- v=u+a⋅t. Velocity = original velocity + acceleration*time.
- s=(u+v2)⋅t. Distance = average velocity*time.
- s=u⋅t+(12)⋅a⋅t2. Distance = original velocity*time + (1/2)*acceleration*time2.
- v2=u2+2⋅a⋅s. Final velocity2=initial velocity2+2⋅acceleration⋅distance.
Can an arrow go through metal?
In a modern test, a direct hit from a steel bodkin point penetrated mail armour, although at point blank range. In one test of historical arrows from the London Museum, a “type 16” barbed arrowhead was indeed found to be steel; the composition of the other types of arrowheads (including bodkins) was not tested.
What is the velocity of an arrow?
Recurve bow arrows can travel up to 225 feet per second (fps) or 150mph while compound bow arrows can travel up to 300fps (200mph). Longbow arrows travel slower due to the weight of the arrows. Even at 300fps, it takes around a second to reach a 90 metre target.
How do you find how high something goes by initial velocity?
h = v 0 y 2 2 g . This equation defines the maximum height of a projectile above its launch position and it depends only on the vertical component of the initial velocity.
Why do my arrows keep hitting the same place?
If you made an overcorrection to the sight, the arrows will hit low, if you didn’t correct enough, they will continue to hit high. You may also need to adjust your sight if you’re hunting and shooting from a tree stand due to the angle differences and the differences in your stance.
How do you shoot an arrow through a paper?
Stand a few feet away from the paper. Using good form, level the bow and shoot through the paper Check the results of the shot. If your bow is properly aligned, you will see a central point with three arms snaking out where the arrow went through the paper. This is called a bullet hole.
How do I know if my arrows are working properly?
Always follow the arrow. After you have made the adjustments, you will need to shoot off at least three arrows to see how the adjustment is working. If you made an overcorrection to the sight, the arrows will hit low, if you didn’t correct enough, they will continue to hit high.
How do you shoot an arrow in the wind?
If you have your choice in the matter, limit the distance between you and your target when there are winds. The farther you are from the target, the more time the wind will have to act upon the arrow and the further your arrow will drift.