The discussion centers on the mathematical proof involving the parameterized function \(\omega: I \rightarrow \mathbb{R}^3\) and its relationship with a constant velocity vector \(\vec{v}\) of magnitude 1. Participants clarify the application of the Fundamental Theorem of Calculus, specifically how \((\omega(b) - \omega(a)) \cdot \vec{v} = \int_{a}^{b} \omega'(t) \cdot \vec{v} \, dt\) and the implications of the inequality \(\int_{a}^{b} \omega'(t) \cdot \vec{v} \, dt \leq \int_{a}^{b} |\omega'(t)| \, dt\). Key insights include the need to differentiate between velocity and speed, and the geometric interpretation of vector relationships.
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gabbagabbahey said:Sure, but all you really need is
\frac{\vec{t}-\vec{s}}{|\vec{t}-\vec{s}|} \cdot (\vec{t}-\vec{s}) \leq \int_a^b ||\vec{\omega}(t)'|| dt