2 objects with pully. need distance

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The discussion centers on calculating the maximum height reached by a lighter object in a two-mass pulley system. The initial heights of both masses are 1.80 meters, with the pulley positioned 4.8 meters above the ground. Participants suggest using Newton's second law to determine the acceleration of the lighter mass and its velocity when the heavier mass hits the ground. The conservation of energy is also recommended as a simpler alternative for calculating the height and velocity of the lighter mass upon release.

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2 objects with pully. need distance!

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The two masses shown in the figure are each initially 1.80 above the ground, and the massless frictionless pulley is 4.8 above the ground.
What maximum height does the lighter object reach after the system is released? [Hint: First determine the acceleration of the lighter mass and then its velocity at the moment the heavier one hits the ground. This is its "launch" speed. Assume it doesn't hit the pulley.]


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I AM NOT SURE
 

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What do you think about the relevant equations? Can you apply Newton's second law to find the acceleration of the blocks? ehild
 


dwilson89 said:
I AM NOT SURE
You have to calculate on what height and with wtat velocity M1 start "jump". Starting height is easy to calculate - M2 is on the floor at the moment...

To find the speed you can use Newton's law (as ehild suggest) or law of energy conservation (I think it is easiest).

Then you have to calculate height. One time more you can use Newton's law, or conservation of energy (I think it is easiest) :smile:.

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