Solving Rectilinear Motion: Find Velocity & Position

In summary, the conversation discusses finding velocity and position as functions of time for a particle subject to a given force function. The solution involves using the equations F=ma and integrating to find v(t) and x(t), with the final solution being v=(Fo/cm)(1-cos(ct)) and x=(Fo/mc^2)(ct-sin(ct)) where Fo is a constant and c is a constant related to the force function.
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Homework Statement



Find velocity and position as functions of time t for a particle of mass m, which starts from rest at x=t=0, subject to the following force functions.

a) F=Fosin(ct)


Homework Equations



F=ma

The Attempt at a Solution



a) a=Fosin(ct)/m

dv/dt = Fosin(ct)/m

∫dv = ∫Fosin(ct)/m dt

v = -Fo(cos(ct))/mc

integrate again

x+ Fo(sin(ct))/(mc^2)


This solutions manual says the answer is
v=(Fo/cm)(1-cos(ct)
x=(Fo/mc^2)(ct-sin(ct))
 
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Look at your expression for v(t), remember that you want it to be at rest at t=0.
 
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I understand now, thanks
 

1. What is rectilinear motion?

Rectilinear motion is a type of motion in which an object moves along a straight path. This means that the object's velocity and position change only along a single axis, typically the x-axis.

2. How do you find the velocity of an object in rectilinear motion?

The velocity of an object in rectilinear motion can be found by calculating the object's average velocity over a specific time interval. This can be done by dividing the change in position over that time interval by the time it took to make that change.

3. How do you find the position of an object in rectilinear motion?

The position of an object in rectilinear motion can be found by integrating the object's velocity function over a specific time interval. This will give you the object's change in position over that time interval.

4. What is the difference between average velocity and instantaneous velocity?

Average velocity is the total displacement divided by the total time, while instantaneous velocity is the velocity of an object at a specific moment in time. Instantaneous velocity can be found by taking the derivative of the position function at that specific time.

5. How do you solve for both velocity and position in rectilinear motion?

To solve for both velocity and position in rectilinear motion, you will need to use calculus. First, find the object's velocity function by taking the derivative of its position function. Then, integrate the velocity function to find the object's position function. From there, you can use these functions to find the object's velocity and position at any given time.

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