Bridging connection between Newton's second law and Work

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The discussion focuses on connecting Newton's second law, F = ma, to the equation m/2(dv²/dx). The user attempts to manipulate the equation by expressing acceleration in terms of velocity and position, leading to the formulation F dx = mv dv. The integration of both sides is suggested to derive the relationship, ultimately resulting in m(0.5v²) + C. The conversation also touches on the differentiation of v², yielding 2v(dv/dx), which is relevant to the overall connection being explored. This exploration highlights the mathematical relationships between force, mass, and work in physics.
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Homework Statement



I'm trying to bridge F =ma to m/2(dv2/dx). It was shown in the course book I have but there's a huge disconnection in the steps.

The Attempt at a Solution

F =ma = m.(dv/dt) = m(dv/dx . dx/dt) = mv(dv/dx). Where do I take it from here?
 
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Formally differentiate d/dx(v^2). What do you get?
 
negation said:

Homework Statement



I'm trying to bridge F =ma to m/2(dv2/dx). It was shown in the course book I have but there's a huge disconnection in the steps.

The Attempt at a Solution




F =ma = m.(dv/dt) = m(dv/dx . dx/dt) = mv(dv/dx). Where do I take it from here?

Multiply both sides of your equation by dx to get

F dx = mv dv

Integrate both side, what do you get?
 
dauto said:
Multiply both sides of your equation by dx to get

F dx = mv dv

Integrate both side, what do you get?

Both sides?
I could arrive at the conclusion if I were to integrate only the left argument.

∫F(x).dx = ∫ma.dx = ∫m(dv/dt).dx = ∫m(dv/dx . dx/dt) .dx = ∫m(dv/dx . v).dx = ∫m*dv.v = ∫mv.dv = m∫dv . ∫v.dv = m (0.5v2) = 0.5mv2 + C
 
rude man said:
Formally differentiate d/dx(v^2). What do you get?

derivative of v2 = 2v(dv/dx)
 
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