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PSG PUBLIC SCHOOLS, COIMBATORE

TO STUDY THE PROJECTILE MOTION

In Partial Fulfillment of the Requirements in Physics

2024-25

PHYSICS

SUBMITTED BY
S.L.HARISH

SUBMITTED TO
MR. S. REGIS ANTONY CHRISTOPHER

OCTOBER, 2024
DECLARATION

I hereby declare that the work is being presented in the project file on

the topic of “TO STUDY THE PROJECTILE MOTION ” in partial

fulfillment of the requirement for the subject of Grade XI Physics, is an

authentic record of my own work carried out under the guidance of Mr.

S. Regis Antony Christopher.

The work has been done at PSG PUBLIC SCHOOLS, COIMBATORE.

I hereby declare that the above statement is correct to the best of my


knowledge.

S.L.HARISH
XI –B
CERTIFICATE

This is to certify that S.L.HARISH, student of Grade XI of PSG Public


Schools, Coimbatore has successfully completed his project in the topic
“TO STUDY THE PROJECTILE MOTION ” in partial fulfillment of the
requirement for the subject of Physics in the session 2024-25.

Signature of the Guide

Mr. S. Regis Antony Christopher

H.O.D of Science:

Internal Examiner:

External Examiner:

Signature of Principal:
ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

I express sincere gratitude towards the Management of PSG PUBLIC


SCHOOLS for giving me this opportunity to develop my knowledge and
skills in the portals of PSG PUBLIC SCHOOLS, COIMBATORE.

I am grateful to my respected Principal, Mr. E. Girish, PSG Public


Schools, Coimbatore, for permitting me to select this topic and utilize all
the necessary facilities of the institution.

I express my deep sense of gratitude to my guide Mr. S. Regis Antony


Christopher, for his valuable help and guidance.

I am also thankful to all the faculty & staff members of our school for their
kind cooperation and help.
TABLE OF CONTENT

S.No Contents Page


1. INTRODUCTION 6
2. AIM 7
3. APPARATUS 7
4. PROCEDURE 8
5. OBSERVATION 9
6. APPLICATION 10
7. CONCLUSION 10
INTRODUCTION

Projectile motion is a fundamental concept in physics that


describes the motion of an object projected into the air and
influenced only by gravity and air resistance (if applicable). In
investigatory project, we will explore the principles of projectile
motion, conduct experiments to understand its key parameters,
and analyze real-world applications. By doing so, we will gain a
deeper understanding of how objects move in two dimensions
when subject to gravitational forces
AIM

1. To understand the fundamental principles


of projectile motion.
2. To investigate and analyze the equations
governing projectile motion.
3. To conduct experiments to measure and
record the motion of projectiles.
4. To explore practical applications of projectile motion

APPARATUS

1. Projectile launcher (could be a slingshot,


air cannon, or any other appropriate
device)
2. Balls or objects with known masses
3. Protractor
4. Stopwatch or timer
5. Measuring tape or ruler
6. Smooth, level surface or outdoor area
7. Data recording tools (notebook,
computer
PROCEDURE

Experiment 1: Projectile Range vs. Launch Angle


1. Set up the projectile launcher in a suitable location with a clear
range for the projectile.
2. Choose a launch angle (e.g., 30 degrees) and fix it on the launcher.
3. Load a projectile (e.g., a ball) into the launcher
4. Aim and launch the projectile.
5. Measure the range (horizontal distance) the projectile travels
before hitting the ground.
6. Record the launch angle and range.
7. Repeat steps 2-6 for different launch angles (e.g., 45 degrees, 60
degrees).
8. Plot a graph of launch angle vs. range.
9. Analyze the graph to determine the launch angle that gives the
maximum range.

Experiment 2: Projectile Height vs. Time


1. Set up the launcher as before.
2. Choose a fixed launch angle (e.g., 45 degrees).
3. Load a projectile and launch it.
4. Start the stopwatch as soon as the projectile is launched.
5. Measure the height of the projectile above the ground at regular
time intervals (e.g., every second).
6. Record the time and height data.
7. Plot a graph of time vs. height.
8. Analyze the graph to determine the maximum height reached by the
projectile and the time it takes to reach it
OBSERVATIONS

1. Discuss the relationship between launch angle and range based


on the graph from Experiment 1.
2. Explain how the launch angle affects the projectile's motion.
3. Use the data from Experiment 2 to calculate the initial velocity
of the projectile and confirm its independence from the launch
angle.
4. Derive and discuss the equations governing projectile motion,
including equations for horizontal and vertical displacement.

Equations of projectile motion are;

Components of velocity at time vx= vcosθ


T
vy= vsinθ–g

Position at time t x = (v0cosθ0)t


y = (v0sinθ0)t – 1/2 gt2

Equation of path of projectile x = (v0cosθ0)t


motion y = (v0sinθ0)t – 1/2 gt2

Equation of path of projectile y = (tan θ0)x – gx2/2(v0cosθ0)2


motion

Time of maximum height tm= v0sinθ0/g


Time of flight 2tm= 2(v0sinθ0/g)

Maximum height of projectile hm= (v0sinθ0)2/2g


Horizontal range of projectile R = v02 sin 2θ0/g
Maximum horizontal range ( Rm= v02/g
θ0=
45°

APPLICATION

Explore real-world applications of projectile


motion in fields such as sports, engineering,
and military technology. Discuss how a deep
understanding of projectile motion is essential
for designing and optimizing various systems
and devices

CONCLUSIONS

Summarize the key findings of your investigatory project on


projectile motion. Highlight the importance of these concepts in
understanding and analyzing the motion of objects in two
dimensions under the influence of gravity. Discuss any
limitations of your experiments and potential areas for further
research.

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