FYKOS Year 33 Series 4 Problem 1 — tchibonaut · FYKOS 33 #33.4.1
Physics · mechanics
Problem
Consider an astronaut of weight M remaining still (with respect to a space
station) in zero-g state, holding a heavy tool of
weight m. The distance between the astronaut
and the wall of the space station is l. Suddenly, he decides to throw the tool against the wall.
Find his distance from the wall when the tool hits it.