A bar subject to a rolling disk which is released on an inclined plane

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The discussion focuses on calculating the initial acceleration of a rod released from a vertical position, with one end resting on an inclined plane. The provided solution indicates that the initial acceleration at point A is given by the formula a_A = g sin θ / (1 - (3/4) cos² θ). The user attempts to apply Newton's laws and rotational dynamics but struggles with the calculations, particularly regarding the moment of inertia and angular acceleration. They derive expressions for angular acceleration and linear acceleration but question their accuracy. The user considers whether to seek further assistance in an advanced physics forum.
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Homework Statement


I have this other exercise rigid in the plane, with which I am having problems.

The rod of mass m and length l, is released based on the vertical position of rest with the small roller end A resting on the slope. Determine the initial acceleration A.
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(neglect friction and mass of the roller A)

The answer given by the book is a_A=\displaystyle\frac{g\sin \theta}{1-\frac{3}{4}\cos^2\theta}

Homework Equations


I try to raise the moment equation, and Newton. But not me, not that I'm doing wrong. For this consider that the bar rotates about its center of mass.
I_{cm}=\displaystyle\frac{mL^2}{12}
N-mg\cos\theta=0
mg\sin\theta=ma_{cm}
I_{cm}\alpha=\displaystyle\frac{L}{2}mg\sin\theta\cos\theta

The Attempt at a Solution



\alpha=\displaystyle\frac{6g\sin\theta\cos\theta}{L}
a_cm=g\sin\theta

Then: a_A=a_{cm}+\displaystyle\frac{L}{2}\alpha=g\sin\theta+3g\cos\theta\sin\theta

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