A helicopter of mass 6000 kg accelerates upwards at a rate of 0.50 m/s^2 while lifting a 2500 kg piece of concrete. What is the upward force exerted by the rotors of the helicopter? What is the tension in the cable attaching the concrete to the helicopter?

F - (8500 9.81) = 8500 0.50

F = 8500 * 10.31 = 87,635 Newtons

F cable - ( 2500* 9.81) = 2500 * 0.50
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Did you know?

Did you know that in order for a helicopter to lift an object, it must exert an upward force greater than the combined weight of the helicopter and the object it is lifting? In this example, the helicopter has a mass of 6000 kg and is accelerating upwards at a rate of 0.50 m/s^2, while lifting a 2500 kg piece of concrete. The upward force exerted by the rotors of the helicopter can be calculated using Newton's second law of motion, which states that force is equal to mass multiplied by acceleration. The tension in the cable attaching the concrete to the helicopter can also be determined, as it opposes the force of gravity acting on the concrete. These calculations offer a fascinating insight into the forces at play in a helicopter as it performs heavy lifting tasks.

A helicopter of mass 6000 kg accelerates upwards at a rate of 0.50 m/s^2 while lifting a 2500 kg piece of concrete. What is the upward force exerted by the rotors of the helicopter? What is the tension in the cable attaching the concrete to the helicopter?

F - (8500 *9.81) = 8500 * 0.50

F - (8500 9.81) = 8500 0.50