Graphical Analysis of damped oscillator

In summary, the conversation discussed finding the angular frequency w and factor gamma y by calculating oscillations from ta to tc. The equations used were w = 2*pi*20/(tc-ta) and y ~ 2*ln(2.75)/5.2*10^-3, resulting in a value of Q ~ 64. The person also mentioned forgetting to include 10^-3 in the equations, but noted that it would not affect the overall result.
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Homework Statement
The question is to find Q, the factor Q, of the system.
Relevant Equations
All below,
Q = w/y
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First of all, i tried to find w, the angular frequency, by calculating the oscillations from ta to tc, there is ~ 20 oscillations coursed.
so,
w = 2*pi*20/(tc-ta)
ta = 0, tc = 0 + 5.2 ms

And tried to find the factor gama y by A(t) = A*cos(Φ + wt)*e^(-yt/2)

A(0) = 2.75u = A*cos(Φ)
1u = A*cos(Φ + 20pi)*e^(-y*5.2/2)

So y ~ 2*ln(2.75)/5.2*10-³

w ~ 2*pi*20/5,2*10-³

Q = w/y ~ 64

Is this right?

OBS: yes, i forget write 10^-3 in the equations, that's ok, since it will cut in the division.
 
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I get a slightly smaller answer, but the method looks right to me.
 
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1. What is a damped oscillator?

A damped oscillator is a system that experiences a decrease in amplitude over time due to the presence of damping forces. This can occur in various physical systems, such as a mass-spring system or an electrical circuit.

2. How is a damped oscillator different from an undamped oscillator?

An undamped oscillator is a system that does not experience any decrease in amplitude over time, while a damped oscillator does. This is due to the presence of damping forces in the damped oscillator, which dissipate energy and cause the amplitude to decrease.

3. What is the equation for a damped oscillator?

The equation for a damped oscillator is m * d^2x/dt^2 + b * dx/dt + kx = 0, where m is the mass, b is the damping coefficient, k is the spring constant, and x is the displacement from equilibrium.

4. How is the motion of a damped oscillator graphically represented?

The motion of a damped oscillator is graphically represented by a decaying sinusoidal curve. The amplitude of the curve decreases over time, while the frequency remains constant.

5. How can graphical analysis of a damped oscillator be used in real-world applications?

Graphical analysis of a damped oscillator can be used to understand and predict the behavior of various physical systems, such as car suspensions, musical instruments, and electrical circuits. It can also be used to optimize and improve the performance of these systems by adjusting the damping coefficient to reduce unwanted oscillations.

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