Calculating Angular Acceleration of Horizontal Rod

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The discussion revolves around calculating the angular acceleration of a horizontal rod pivoting at one end under the influence of an external force. The moment of inertia is calculated using the formula I = (ml^2)/12, yielding a value of approximately 0.01963 kg·m². Torque is determined by the equation torque = r * F, resulting in a torque of about 1.43 N·m. The relationship between torque and angular acceleration is applied, leading to an initial calculation of angular acceleration as approximately 72.77 rad/s². However, the solution is questioned, suggesting the need to consider the pivot point's location and possibly apply the parallel axis theorem for accurate results.
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Homework Statement


A uniform horizontal rod of mass 2.3 kg and
length 0.32 m is free to pivot about one end
as shown. The moment of inertia of the rod
about an axis perpendicular to the rod and
through the center of mass is given by
I = (ml^2)/12
If a 4.6 N force at an angle of 76 to the hor-
izontal acts on the rod as shown, what is the
magnitude of the resulting angular accelera-
tion about the pivot point? The acceleration
of gravity is 9.8 m/s2 .
Answer in units of rad/s2

Homework Equations


torque = r * F
I = (ml^2)/12
torque = I\alpha

The Attempt at a Solution


I = ml^2/12
=((2.3)(0.32)^2)/12
=0.019626667

torque = r * F
= 0.32 * 4.6sin 76
=1.428275309

torque = I\alpha
1.428275309 = 0.01962667\alpha
\alpha= 72.77216711
a=r\alpha
=72.77216711 * 0.32
=23.28709348
BUT it's wrong...
 

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