Why VB Slow?

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Start date Oct 4, 2005
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Body Dynamics Motion Rigid body

In summary, rigid body motion is the movement of an object as a whole without any deformation or changes in shape. It is different from other types of motion, such as fluid motion or deformable body motion, and can involve both linear and angular velocity. Inertia plays a significant role in rigid body motion, and some real-life examples include throwing a ball, swinging a pendulum, and riding a bike. It is also important in engineering and design to predict the behavior of structures and machines.

Oct 4, 2005

greenman100

http://plaza.ufl.edu/sumitg/egm3400/HW6.BMP

So I've gotten Vb, but no further. Any tips?

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Oct 4, 2005

stunner5000pt

can u try posting a jpg instead of a bmp. The file is taking forever to load.

Oct 4, 2005

greenman100

stunner5000pt said:

can u try posting a jpg instead of a bmp. The file is taking forever to load.

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1. What is rigid body motion?

Rigid body motion refers to the movement of an object as a whole, without any deformation or changes in shape. In this type of motion, all points on the object move in the same direction and at the same speed.

2. How is rigid body motion different from other types of motion?

Rigid body motion is different from other types of motion, such as fluid motion or deformable body motion, because it does not involve any changes in the object's shape or volume. It is also different from translational motion, where all points on the object move in a straight line, as rigid body motion can involve rotation.

3. What is the difference between linear and angular velocity in rigid body motion?

Linear velocity refers to the speed at which an object is moving in a straight line, while angular velocity refers to the speed at which an object is rotating around an axis. In rigid body motion, both linear and angular velocities can be present, and they are often related to each other.

4. How does inertia affect rigid body motion?

Inertia, which is an object's resistance to changes in motion, plays a significant role in rigid body motion. The higher an object's inertia, the more force is required to change its direction or speed. This is why larger and more massive objects tend to have slower and more stable movements.

5. What are some real-life examples of rigid body motion?

Rigid body motion can be observed in many everyday activities, such as throwing a ball, swinging a pendulum, or riding a bike. In these examples, the objects involved maintain their shape and orientation as they move through space. Rigid body motion is also important in engineering and design, as it helps predict how structures and machines will behave under different forces and loads.