Variable Definition and 1000 Threads

  1. T

    Proving an equality using induction proof not working

    Homework Statement I work out the problem completely and it does not equal out. Having problems with two variable induction proofs (n and k) in this problem. Below is as far as I got, jpeg below Homework EquationsThe Attempt at a Solution
  2. REVIANNA

    Variable angular acceleration and velocity

    Homework Statement This is a general query not a specific problem. In several questions in rotational dynamics they ask the trend in angular acceleration and angular velocity.In one of them they released a rod from horizontal position and asked if the angular velocity and angular acceleration...
  3. I

    Can I undo a derivative to solve for a variable?

    If I have an equation where there is a derivative surrounding the variable, how do I undo the derivative and solve for the variable? Example would be- A= dx/dy when x=m*v*λ-2 and y=y Solving for v. I am a beginner so please explain thoroughly.
  4. Y

    MHB What is the correct probability for P(3<X<4|X>1)?

    Hello, I have this question, which I think I solve correctly, but I am getting the wrong answer. X represent the point that the computer chooses on a scale of 2 to 5 (continuous scale) in a non-uniform way using the density: f(x)=C*(1+x) what is the probability P(3<X<4|X>1) ? I solved the...
  5. Y

    MHB Joint distribution of a discrete random variable

    Hello all I have this question I am trying to solve. In an urn there are 6 balls, numbered: 1,2,3,4,5,6. We take 4 balls outs, without replacement. X - the minimal number we see Y - the maximal number we see I need to joint distribution. I understand that X is getting the values 1,2,3 while...
  6. M

    Serial controlled variable speed motor

    Hello all, I am trying to create a circuit that allows me to use serial data to control the speed of a 12v dc motor I removed from an electric drill. So far I have successfully made the circuit in diagram (a) using a 100k pot to alter the speed. So the next problem to solve is how I can instead...
  7. O

    Pressure calculation for compressible gas and variable 'g'

    I have what seems like a straight forward question, but am unable to find a formula. The question originates from my previous topic which was trolled: https://www.physicsforums.com/threads/blowing-up-a-balloon-using-centrifugal-force.848892/ Basically I have a 1.5m hollow length of 10mm tube...
  8. K

    Expected value of bernoulli random variable.

    "Let X be a Bernoulli random variable. That is, P(X = 1) = p and P(X = 0) = 1 − p. Then E(X) = 1 × p + 0 × (1 − p) = p. Why does this definition make sense? By the law of large numbers, in n independent Bernoulli trials where n is very large, the fraction of 1’s is very close to p, and the...
  9. G

    Finding Solutions to a PDE with Polar Change of Variable

    Homework Statement Find all ##{\cal C}^1(\mathbb{R}_+^\star \times \mathbb{R},\mathbb{R}) ## solutions to the pde ##x\frac{\partial f}{\partial y} - y \frac{\partial f}{\partial x} = cf##, where ##c## is a constant. Use a polar change of variable. Homework Equations Trying to bring the...
  10. W

    Find stationary points of a two variable function involving

    Homework Statement Find all stationary points of the function G(x, y) = (x^3)*e^(−x^2−y^2) Homework Equations fx=0 and fy=0 The Attempt at a Solution Gx = 3x^2*e^(-x^2-y^2) +x^3(-2x)e^(-x^2-y^2) = e^(-x^2-y^2)(3x^2-2x^4) Gx = 0 implies 3x^2-2x^4=0 x^2(3-2x^2)=0 hence x =0 ,+or-...
  11. P

    Power and Change of Kinetic Energy in Variable Mass System

    I am thinking about something that is getting me quite confused. To illustrate what is confusing me let's have a cart moving in the horizontal direction on a track without friction, and a motor which adjusts to keep the kart at a constant speed V in the positive direction. Now, it's snowing so...
  12. M

    The limit of random variable is not defined

    Let ##X_i## are i.i.d. and take -1 and +1 with probability 1/2 each. How to prove ##\lim_{n\rightarrow\infty}{\sum_{i=1}^{n}{X_i} }##does not exsits (even infinite limit) almost surely. My work: I use cauchy sequence to prove it does not converge to a real number. But I do not how to prove it...
  13. M

    Understanding sensitivity of a variable using derivatives

    Hi, Please see the attached file. Homework Statement I am trying to figure out K’s sensitivity to x and y. I wish to know which variable K is more sensitive to. Both x and y are positive decimals less than 1. I want to be able to say a 1% increase in y results in a p% change in K. As the...
  14. T

    Absolute extrema 2 variable function

    Homework Statement find the absolute extrema of f(x,y) = 2x - 2xy + y^2 in the region in the xy plane bounded by the graphs of y= x^2 and y = 1 The Attempt at a Solution first we find the first partials fx(x,y) = 2 - 2y fy(x,y) = 2y-2x 2-2y = 0 when y = 1 2y - 2x = 0 when y=x in this case...
  15. B

    Algebra help isolating a variable

    This is such a basic question that I'm embarrassed to even ask it but I don't really know where else to turn. I was reading through a derivation and one of the steps goes from \frac{\sqrt{a}}{n} = \frac{\sqrt{A}}{n+m} to n = \frac{\sqrt{a}*m}{\sqrt{A}-\sqrt{a}} I'm getting really...
  16. Calpalned

    Functions of more than one variable nomenclature

    Homework Statement Homework Equations n/a The Attempt at a Solution ##y'=f(x.y)## is a function of two variables. ##y=y(x)## is a function of only one variable. How can they be related? Clearly ##y(x) = f(x) \neq f(x,y)## Thanks
  17. T

    Analyzing a Continuous Random Variable in a Coin-Operated Target Game

    Homework Statement Suppose the distance X between a point target and a shot aimed at the point in a coin-operated target game is a continuous random variable with pdf f(x) = { k(1−x^2), −1≤x≤1 0, otherwise. (a) Find the value of k. (b) Find the cdf of X. (c) Compute P (−.5...
  18. Vaibhav Sahu

    Snell's law for an interface with variable refractive index

    Consider an interface along x-axis which separates two media. The medium below y = 0 is air or vacuum and light is incident from this medium onto the surface. The refractive index of the medium above y = 0 varies with x as some function of x : μ = f(x). Does the Snell's law still hold good ?? If...
  19. J

    Concerning the Airfoil of Variable Pitch propellers

    Hello, I am not an expert in aerospace engineering, merely a hobbyist so bear with my ignorance. lately I have been thinking of creating my own propeller and variable pitch system using a CNC machine as a longer term goal. This desire arose due to the fact that there are no commercially...
  20. L

    Constant and variable specific heat assumptions

    1. Homework Statement A gas (treated as air) powered turbine provides power to a compressor which then sends the compressed air through an intercooler (heat exchanger). Turbine: Gas enters @ 0.03kg/s, 370 degrees Celsius Gas leaves @ 300 degrees Celsius and a "lower pressure" Compressor...
  21. Bassa

    Change of Variable With Legendre Equation

    Homework Statement [/B] Change the independent variable from x to θ by x=cosθ and show that the Legendre equation (1-x^2)(d^2y/dx^2)-2x(dy/dx)+2y=0 becomes (d^2/dθ^2)+cotθ(dy/dθ)+2y=0 2. Homework Equations The Attempt at a Solution [/B] I did get the exact form of what the equation...
  22. W

    Expectation of a function of a continuous random variable

    Homework Statement X ~ Uniform (0,1) Y = e-X Find FY (y) - or the CDF Find fY(y) - or the PDF Find E[Y] 2. Homework Equations E[Y] = E[e-X] = ∫0 , 1 e-xfx(x)dx FY(y) = P(Y < y) fY(y) = F'Y(y) The Attempt at a Solution FX(x) = { 0 for x<0 x for 0<x<1 1 for 1<x } fX(x) = { 1 for...
  23. C

    Why don't you put a variable before an else statment?

    I'm too lazy to see the big picture. Here is an example to show you what I'm talking about: [FONT=Courier New]x = str(input()) [FONT=Courier New]if x == "that's a nice meme sir": print("thanks friend") elif x == "crap meme stop posting anytime": print("oh") else[FONT=Courier New]...
  24. MichaelWReed

    Expandable Gear CVT: Michael Warren Reed's Project

    Hi there, I started working on an idea for an expandable gear CVT about 3 years ago, while out of work for a few months. I had some exciting progress on an idea that I think might be worth pursuing more, but I now have 2 kids, 2 jobs, and no time. I have brought up the project idea with a few...
  25. Alan I

    Work on a charge inside a Variable Electric Field

    Homework Statement A variable electric field permeates all space: E= (5.04x+ 84.2)x104i where x is in meters and E is in N/C How much work is done to move point charge q = 8.03 μC at constant velocity along the x-axis from point A at (3.63 m,0) to (7.67 m,0)? The sign will indicate who...
  26. T

    Can variable refrigerant flow outdoor units be combined

    Hey, I noticed that some manufacturers have provided data for pre-combined (2 or 3 modules) to achieve higher loads (limited to about 60 refrigeration tons).I was wondering if a designer could combine modules to achieve a greater even larger(different) loads or am i limited to the combinations...
  27. Jarvis323

    Change independent variable in magnetic field line equations

    How can I convert this system of equations : $$\frac{dz}{d\phi} = \frac{rB_z}{B_{\phi}}, \frac{dr}{d\phi} = \frac{rB_r}{B_{\phi}}, \frac{d\phi}{d\phi} = 1$$ to $$\frac{dr}{dz}, \frac{d\phi}{dz}, \frac{dz}{dz}$$
  28. L

    MHB Trying to reverse structure a calculation to arrive at original variable

    Trying to reverse-calculate an equation to achieve one of the original variables when not present. 1) You have a number... A (which is always a positive number) 2) A is multiplied by 1.75% 3) This result is then added to A, and the resulting sum being B, i.e. (A x 0.0175) + A = B In my...
  29. S

    Key difference between two real and single complex variable?

    Notion of differentiability (analyticity) for function of complex variable is normally introduced and illustrated by comparison with function of single real variable. It is stated that there are infinite number of ways to approach any given point of complex plane where function is defined, not...
  30. N

    Can Variable Speed Heat Pumps Provide Different Temperatures at Different Loads?

    Hi! The problem is in connection with variable speed heat pumps used for heating purposes, where the source/reservoir is ground/rock. The ground has temperatures around 5-7 celsius. Is it correct that these systems only can deliver one temperature at one load? E.g.: at 30 % of full power, it...
  31. D

    Feasibility and Advantages of Variable Wing Area Concept in UAV/RC Aircraft

    Hey guys!, this is my final year aeronautical engineering project that me and my group are going to work on! we have this concept of producing a roll in an uav/RC aircraft by reducing the area of the wing on one side while keeping the other side area constant or increasing it(gradually) and...
  32. R

    C/C++ C++ Variable Transfer Help - Ask for Advice

    I am just getting into C++ and I would like to ask you guys for some help regarding transferring variables form one function to another. Is there any way I can declare a variable such that it can be referenced and changed throughout all the programs functions? Thanks.
  33. morrobay

    Can Non Realism = Non Deterministic Hidden Variable Theory

    Given the locality assumption : p(ab|xy,λ) = p(a|x,λ) p(b|y,λ) with λ defining a single valued realism: a,b,a'b' each equal ± 1 the inequality S = (ab) + (ab') + (a'b) - (a'b') ≤ 2 is derived. Previously Bell pointed out that classical indeterminism wouldn't be enough for any hidden...
  34. P

    Variable Speed Of Light In General Relativity

    In his book (Relativity) published in 1920 Einstein said that in General Relativity the speed of light is affected by gravity and therefore isn't a constant: In the second place our result shows that, according to the general theory of relativity, the law of the constancy of the velocity of...
  35. C

    Energy consumed by variable drag force when stopping?

    I was trying to roughly calculate the energy that could be recovered by regenerative breaking when bringing a vehicle to a stop, so I calculated to total kinetic energy and then tried to calculate the work done by air resistance that would take away from the energy that could be captured. So I...
  36. Remixex

    Simple question about Variaton of Parameters in 1 variable

    Given a generic second order ODE, normalized that equals to g(x) I saw in a video that, when writing the Wronskian, W1 and W2, for writing W1 you had to "delete" the first column if the Determinant and replace it with zeroes until you reach the end, where you replace it with g(x) Is this always...
  37. ChrisVer

    What does "momentum-weighted 'variable' " mean?

    It's pretty clear by the title... what does it mean to say something like (check http://arxiv.org/pdf/hep-ex/0606027v1.pdf pg5 ends of left column) "a momentum-weighted charge of the decay products of the second b..." ? I don't understand why someone would use momentum-weighted variables and...
  38. T

    Hydraulic Variable displacement piston Pump selection

    Hello everyone, I am designing one hydraulic system. In that system their is total 8 no of component function. When all the component work that time its take 150 Bar pressure and 140 lpm flow. but this all are all time not working together. they are hardly 4 to 5 time working together in day...
  39. matt_crouch

    Integral inconsistency with variable change

    so ## \int wdw = \frac{1}{2}w^{2} ## now if w=x+y, ## \int (x+y)(dx+dw)= \int xdx + \int ydx + \int xdy + \int ydy ## which can be evaluated and gives ##\int(x+y)(dx+dy)=\frac{1}{2}x^{2}+2xy+\frac{1}{2}y^{2}## but ##\frac{1}{2}x^{2}+2xy+\frac{1}{2}y^{2} \neq \frac{1}{2}w^{2}## can...
  40. J

    Commercial transformers for variable frequency & voltage

    I am looking to step up the voltage of a 3 phase PM generator which has variable AC output of 200 - 400 Vl-l, and 15 - 30Hz. I am looking for a step up ratio between 1:1.5 and 1:2, and need this transformer to be a commercial device. What i have been finding is that most commercial...
  41. Kior

    Would anyone explain the solution a little bit to me?

    I am preparing for my math probability class next semester. There is question: Calculate E(x3µσ) Would anyone explain the solution in the picture a little bit to me? 1.Why is the step hold? Is there a formula or something that i can calculate E[X-µ]n? 2.Why is the fourth step hold? Where is...
  42. P

    Calculating permutations for a normally distributed variable

    For three dice, you can have 6 * 6 * 6 = 216 permutations (order matters). The dice has a uniform probability distribution of p(x) = 1/6. Easy. I'm trying to get an estimate of how many permutations you can have if a variable has a normal probability distribution. So for example, if a...
  43. roms05

    Parallel Plate Capacitor with variable Dielectric (water)

    Hi everyone. I have a problem with my device. It consists of a parallel plate capacitor with plates made of galvanized iron. Each plate's area is 1mx1inch. It's connected to a bleeder resistor and basically, the circuit is just a simple RC circuit. The source I'm using is a constant 5V DC...
  44. diracdelta

    Random variable distribution question

    Homework Statement Random variable x is defined on interval (1,3) and it has probability mass function f(x) =A(x2 +1= a) Find PMF, g(y) for y=x2 b)Expectation of y c)Variance of y d)Distribution function of y. e)most probable value of y The Attempt at a Solution As far as a), i integrated from...
  45. thankz

    Example of a variable capacitor input op-amp to voltage....

    example of a varible capacitor input op-amp to voltage level circuit. I'm not sure how to turn reactance to a voltage level using an op-amp? :wink:
  46. A

    Performing integration over field variable

    I have this exercise, where I am to integrate out the fluctuations in the order parameter δρ, but I don't really know how to do this. The integral is over r and imaginary time. Should I try to complete the square, so the correlation term between δρ and Θ drops out? In that case which shift of...
  47. B

    Calculating Gas Pressure: Solving for Pressure in a Variable Volume

    Homework Statement Gas occupies 2m^3 at a pressure of 100kPa. What is the pressure when the volume is 1.5m^3 and the temprature is unchanged? Homework Equations p=nRT/V The Attempt at a Solution As a logic conclusion i took 1.5/2x100 and got 75 but 175 is not the answer.. The answer is...
  48. MexChemE

    Transient state energy balance -- Variable volume system

    Hello PF! I have some questions regarding the accumulation term for the energy balance on a variable volume system. Suppose we have a tank storing a liquid substance. The tank has a moving boundary at the top, which can expand unlimitedly. The system has a mass input \dot{m}_1 and mass output...
  49. C

    Valve lift & variable air flowrate in compressed air

    How we can incorporate valve lift and variable flow rate in compressed air engine Mechanical power = air power torque * angular velocity = pressure * flow rate
  50. B

    Design a coil with a variable pitch but a constant length?

    I believe what I am attempting to do is not possible but here goes. I want to design a fixed overall length coil which I can manually adjust the pitch on. Optimally one would be able to grab the coil and by twisting it in place would be able to change it's pitch by changing its diameter but not...
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