In section 3, the formula 1/2m(v^2) is brought up and from kinetic energy, joules of energy are calculated. I know this seems like a simple question, but how can we physically quantify how the joules of energy actively impact the boat? Is there a calculation for how many joules it takes to propel a certain number of people or weight a certain distance?
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I understand that this can (kind of) be calculated with a matrix and a lot of equations.