The Five SUVAT Equations (Constant Acceleration Only)
| # | Equation | Missing Var |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | v = u + at | s |
| 2 | s = ut + \frac{1}{2}$$at^2 | v |
| 3 | = + 2as | t |
| 4 | s = (u+v)t/2 | a |
| 5 | = u + a | v (nth second) |
Dimensional check for Eq 2: [s] = [L], [ut] = [][T] = [L], [\frac{1}{2}$$at^2] = [][] = [L]. Consistent.
Critical condition: These equations are INVALID for variable acceleration. Use calculus (v = , a = ) instead.