Sum of Torque vs. Conservation of Angular Momentum Quick help needed

In summary: They are not part of the rod. The rod is massless.The rod's mass moment of inertia is zero.Is it ok if I ask you to check one very last thing for me? I promise it'll be quickSure, go ahead and ask your question.
  • #1
riseofphoenix
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Number 11)

11.png


This is what I did:

Ʃτ = F2r2 + F1r1 = 0
(195)(7) + F1(0.7) = 0
F1(0.7) = -(195)(7)
F1 = -1365/0.7
F1 = -1950 N
F1 = 1950 N

Is that answer right?

Number 12)

12.png


This is what I did:

Since this is a massless rod and the location of the axis is through the end, I = ML2

Linitial = Lfinal (Conservation of Angular Momentum)
(I1ω1 + I2ω2)initial = (I1ω1 + I2ω2)final
[ M1L12ω1 ] + [ M2L22ω2 ] = [ M1L12ω1 ] + [ M2L22ω2 ]
[ (14 kg)(4)2(6) ] + [ (2 kg)(10)2(6) ] = [(14 kg)(10)22) ] + [ (2 kg)(4)22) ]
1344 + 1200 = 1400(ω2) + 32(ω2)
2544 = 1432(ω2)
2544/1432= ω2
1.776 = ω2
1.78 rad/s = ω2

Is that right?

Number 13)

13.png


I think this one is right. I googled it...

Number 14)

14.png


fobserver = fsource [ (v + vobserver)/(v + vsource) ]
fobserver = 1550 [ (340 + 9 m/s)/(340 + 24 m/s) ]
fobserver = 1550(349/364)
fobserver = 1550(0.958791209)
fobserver = 1486 Hz

Is that right?
 
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  • #2
riseofphoenix said:
Number 11)

11.png


This is what I did:

Ʃτ = F2r2 + F1r1 = 0
(195)(7) + F1(0.7) = 0
F1(0.7) = -(195)(7)
F1 = -1365/0.7
F1 = -1950 N
F1 = 1950 N

Is that answer right?
You're familiar enough with this site, that you should know by now that you shouldn't be posting 4 questions in one thread.

Your solution to problem appears to be correct.
 
  • #3
riseofphoenix said:
Number 12)
12.png


This is what I did:

Since this is a long uniform rod and the location of the axis is through the end, I = (1/3)ML2

Linitial = Lfinal (Conservation of Angular Momentum)
(I1ω1 + I2ω2)initial = (I1ω1 + I2ω2)final
[ (1/3)M1L12ω1 ] + [ (1/3)M2L22ω2 ] = [ (1/3)M1L12ω1 ] + [ (1/3)M2L22ω2 ]
[ (1/3)(14 kg)(4)2(6) ] + [ (1/3)(2 kg)(10)2(6) ] = [ (1/3)(14 kg)(10)22) ] + [ (1/3)(2 kg)(4)22) ]
448 + 400 = 466.67(ω2) + 10.67(ω2)
848 = 477.34(ω2)
848/477.34 = ω2
1.776 = ω2
1.78 rad/s = ω2

Is that right?
I suspect that the answer is correct, but you used the wrong moments of inertia throughout.

Why do you have the 1/3 in all of them (moments of inertia) ? These are mass-less rods.
 
  • #4
SammyS said:
I suspect that the answer is correct, but you used the wrong moments of inertia throughout.

Why do you have the 1/3 in all of them (moments of inertia) ? These are mass-less rods.
Wait but...what should they be then?
I've been looking online for "moment of inertia for massless rod" and I can't find anything other than (1/3)ML2

So it would just be ML2?
 
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  • #5
And sorry about posting 4 questions all in one post! I just needed someone to verify my work real quick

Is it ok if I ask you to check one very last thing for me? I promise it'll be quick
 
  • #6
riseofphoenix said:
Wait but...what should they be then?
I've been looking online for "moment of inertia for massless rod" and I can't find anything other than (1/3)ML2

So it would just be ML2?
What is the mass of a massless rod?

The only objects with mass in problem 12 are the two weights.
 

1. What is the relationship between the sum of torque and conservation of angular momentum?

The sum of torque and conservation of angular momentum are both principles in physics that describe the rotational motion of an object. The sum of torque is the net force that causes a rotational motion, while conservation of angular momentum states that the total angular momentum of a system remains constant unless acted upon by an external torque.

2. How does the sum of torque affect angular momentum?

The sum of torque can either increase or decrease the angular momentum of an object, depending on the direction of the torque and the initial angular momentum of the object. If the torque and angular momentum are in the same direction, the angular momentum will increase. If they are in opposite directions, the angular momentum will decrease.

3. Can the sum of torque and conservation of angular momentum be applied to all rotating objects?

Yes, the principles of sum of torque and conservation of angular momentum can be applied to all rotating objects, as long as they are not experiencing any external torque. This includes objects such as spinning tops, planets, and even galaxies.

4. How does the distance from the axis of rotation affect the sum of torque and conservation of angular momentum?

The distance from the axis of rotation, also known as the moment arm, is a key factor in determining the sum of torque and conservation of angular momentum. The longer the moment arm, the greater the torque and the greater the change in angular momentum. This is why objects with longer moment arms, such as a figure skater with their arms extended, can spin faster than those with shorter moment arms.

5. What happens to the sum of torque and conservation of angular momentum when an external torque is applied?

When an external torque is applied to a rotating object, the sum of torque changes and the conservation of angular momentum no longer applies. The external torque can either increase or decrease the angular momentum, depending on its direction. This is why objects in motion, such as spinning tops, will eventually slow down and stop when an external torque is applied.

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