Session:
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Rocketry: Past and Future
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Paper Type:
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Contributed
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Title:
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Using North Korean Missile Development to Enhance Student Interest in Kinematics and Newtonian Mechanics
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Meeting:
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2018 Winter Meeting: San Diego, CA |
Location:
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Date:
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Time:
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3:00PM
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Author:
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Kendall E. Mallory,, Aims Community College,
6198902559, kendall.mallory@aims.edu
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Co-Author(s):
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None
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Abstract:
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The use of current events can enhance student interest in their studies of physics. The development of Intercontinental Ballistic Missiles in North Korea presents a strong opportunity for piquing student interest in kinematics, mechanics, error analysis, and the testing of hypothetical positions and strategies. Very early in their freshman courses, students can see the utility of physics including the analysis of international threats. In particular, I ask students to complete analysis of data from North Korean missile launches to determine the nature and seriousness of North Korean threats to the United States. This gives students an interesting motivation for working problems in ballistics. I can also ask students to evaluate the validity and accuracy of data associate with missile launches. This gives students an experience using physics and analytical techniques developing new concepts, models, designs, threats, and strategies.
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Footnotes:
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None
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Presentation:
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North Korean Missile Development.pdf
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