The discussion revolves around a problem involving forces and tension in a pulley system, specifically focusing on the tension at point A when a boy holds the rope. The problem is situated within the context of basic mechanics.
The discussion is active, with participants providing insights into how the position of the boy affects the tension in the rope. Some guidance has been offered regarding the need to consider the applied force and its impact on the tensions on either side of the pulley.
There is uncertainty regarding the exact position of the boy holding the rope, which is crucial for determining the tension accurately. Participants are also grappling with the implications of different tension values on either side of the pulley.
No way of knowing without being told where the boy is holding the rope.Eitan Levy said:
He holds S1, but I still don't understand how the forces will work.haruspex said:
So add that force, and note that the tensions will be different each side of where that force is applied.Eitan Levy said:
So on the left side it would be 9N and on the right side 6N?haruspex said:
If the boy holds S1 at the top, yes. But he might be holding it half way up one side.Eitan Levy said:
