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Why Velocity Is Zero at Maximum Height?

Sophia Al-Mansoor • • 5 min read
Why Velocity Is Zero at Maximum Height?

The maximum height of a object in a projectile trajectory

projectile trajectory
Ballistic movement can be defined as muscle contractions that exhibit maximum velocities and accelerations over a very short period of time. They exhibit high firing rates, high force production, and very brief contraction times.
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occurs when the vertical component of velocity, vy , equals zero. As the projectile moves upwards it goes against gravity, and therefore the velocity begins to decelerate.

Is velocity always zero at maximum height?

When a projectile reaches maximum height, the vertical component of its velocity is momentarily zero (vy = 0 m/s). However, the horizontal component of its velocity is not zero.

How does velocity affect maximum height?

Note that the maximum height is determined solely by the initial velocity in the y direction and the acceleration due to gravity. ... It's not affected by what's happening in the x direction.

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