Numerical Investigation of Projectile Motion Under Linear and Quadratic Air Resistance

OSF Preprints (OSF Preprints) 2026 Preprint

Authors: Yash Saini
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Abstract

This project presents a numerical study of projectile motion under three different physical models: ideal motion without air resistance, motion with linear air drag, and motion with quadratic air drag. The equations of motion are formulated using Newton’s second law and solved numerically using a time-stepping method.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Sports Dynamics and Biomechanics Experimental and Theoretical Physics Studies Guidance and Control Systems

Publication details

Journal / source
OSF Preprints (OSF Preprints)
Publication date
5 January 2026
Document type
Preprint