A particle that feels an angular force only

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The problem involves a particle experiencing an angular force, described by the equation F=2mvw, and requires showing that the radial position r can be expressed in a specific exponential form. The context is rooted in dynamics and the equations of motion under angular forces.

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  • Exploratory, Mathematical reasoning, Problem interpretation

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  • Participants discuss the implications of the equations of motion, particularly focusing on the relationships between angular velocity, radial distance, and force. There are attempts to manipulate the equations to find a solvable form, with some questioning the necessary substitutions for integration.

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The discussion is active, with participants exploring different interpretations of the equations and providing insights into potential approaches. Some guidance has been offered regarding the nature of the integral involved, but no consensus has been reached on the overall solution strategy.

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Participants note challenges with integrating the resulting expressions and the implications of constants of integration in their attempts. There is an acknowledgment of the complexity of the integral involved, which has led to further exploration of alternative forms.

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Homework Statement



"Consider a particle that feels an angular force only, of the form F=2mvw(theta direction). Show that r=Ae^theta + Be^-theta, where A and B are constants of integration."
v=dr/dt
w=d(theta)/dt


Homework Equations



F(radial)= 0 = m((dv/dt)-r*w^2)
F(theta)= 2mvw = m(r*(dw/dt)+2vw)

The Attempt at a Solution



So I can solve the F(theta) equation to find that r*(dw/dt)=0, hence dw/dt=0
and I can also solve the F(radial) equation to find that dv/dt=r*w^2
I also know that this question involves a separation of variables and then integrating
However the problem is that I don't know substitutions I can make to put the equations I have into a form that makes that possible. Any hints or ideas are appreciated ^-^
 
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dw/dt = 0 means w = W = const. So the first equation is then dv/dt = Cr, where C = W^2 = const. Are you saying you don't know how to solve this equation?
 
Oh, thanks for pointing that out
dv/dt can written as v(dv/dr)
So 0.5v^2=0.5c*r^2+D ;where D is the constant of integration
v=sqrt(cr^2 +2D)=dr/dt
I end up with: t+E=intg[dr/sqrt(cr^2 +2D)] ;where E is the constant of integration
Wolfram Alpha can't even solve this integral :O
What am I missing?
 
That integral can be converted to [tex]\int \frac {adx} {\sqrt {x^2 + 1}}[/tex].
 

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