Block launched from a spring across a surface with friction then up a slope

In summary, a 170 g block is launched by compressing a spring with a constant of 200N/m a distance of 15 cm. The block then moves on a non-frictional surface for 15 cm before encountering a frictional surface with a coefficient of friction of 0.27. After this surface, there is a frictionless curved rise. The block comes to rest after the second surface, at a distance of 6.97 m from the left end of the frictional zone.
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A 170 g block is launched by compressing a spring of constant k=200N/m a distance of 15 cm. The spring is mounted horizontally, and the surface directly under it is frictionless. But beyond the equilibrium position of the spring end, the surface has coefficient of friction mu = 0.27. This frictional surface extends 85 cm, followed by a frictionless curved rise, as shown in the figure.
After launch, where does the block finally come to rest? Measure from the left end of the frictional zone.


Homework Equations


delta,x=(u^2)/2*mu*g

u0=1/2*k*x0^2


The Attempt at a Solution


I found u0 by using u0=1/2*k*x0^2 to be 2.25 and worked out delta,x to be 4.9967m which has me stumped as to what to do next? any help will be useful thanks
 
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Also i would like to add tht there is a similar problem in wolfson essential university physics volume 1 chapter 7 problem 57 pg 116 tht has a mass of 190 g instead of 170 g
 
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Force exerted on the block= k*x=200*.15=30N
This force causes the block to move with an acceleration of 30/.17=176.47m/s2
Now the block moves on a non-frictional surface upto 15 cm and then on a frictional surface of 85 cm. Its motion on the latter surface is characterized by a deceleration of mu*g= 2.6m/s2.
1st surface: .15=.5*176.47*t*t implies t=0.04123
so velocity before it reaches second surface= .04123*176.47=7.276m/s
2nd surface: .85= 7.276*t - .5*2.6*t*t solve quadratic
t=.1196s
velocity at the end of 2nd surface= 7.276*.1196-2.6*.1196=.56m/s

the remaining you may figure it out yourself
 
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Thanks for your help :)
 
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though a correction

velocity at the end of 2nd surface= 7.276-2.6*.1196=6.97m/s
 

1. How does the surface friction affect the block's motion?

The surface friction acts as a resistive force that opposes the motion of the block. This means that the block will experience a decrease in speed as it moves across the surface.

2. What happens to the block's energy as it moves up the slope?

The block's energy is converted from kinetic energy to potential energy as it moves up the slope. This is because the block is moving against the force of gravity, which requires energy.

3. How does the slope angle affect the block's motion?

The slope angle affects the block's motion by determining the amount of potential energy it has. A steeper slope will result in a greater increase in potential energy, while a shallower slope will result in a smaller increase.

4. Can the block reach the top of the slope?

It is possible for the block to reach the top of the slope, but it will depend on the initial conditions such as the block's mass, the spring's force, and the angle of the slope. If these conditions are favorable, the block can overcome the force of gravity and reach the top of the slope.

5. How does the mass of the block affect its motion?

The mass of the block affects its motion by influencing the amount of force required to move it. A heavier block will require more force to accelerate and overcome surface friction, while a lighter block will require less force.

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