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How does throwing strength relate to range? To be ...

How does throwing strength relate to range?

To be specific, I'm looking for some kind of simple mathematical formula to answer questions like "If a superhero can lift 800 tons, how far can he throw a 68 ton tank?" That may sound pretty goofy, but I'm designing a video game, and I'm trying to be accurate.

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Ian Answered:

This is not really a mathematical question because the mathematical formula for the range of a projectile is normally given in terms of starting velocity and firing angle, (the best angle being 45° up from level).
If one thinks about something like throwing a javelin, or putting the shot, the ability to achieve a high starting velocity depends upon practised technique, the mass and shape of the projectile and the weight of the thrower to some extent, and I don't think there is any known formula for that.
I suppose if you want your game to use realistic values, you could look up Olympic records for these events and try to find out what awaits a javelin thrower or shot putter can bench lift.
Or perhaps some athletics training centre could offer you statistics.
Not all that much helped by admit, but good luck.
Regards - Ian