Calculating Angular Displacement

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SUMMARY

The discussion focuses on calculating angular displacement for a pendulum with a length (L) and an initial angle (θ) of 0.10 radians. The user is uncertain about the formula to use, initially suggesting L x Δθ, which is incorrect. The correct approach involves understanding the relationship between angular displacement, angular velocity (ω), and time, as well as the use of the formula for angular displacement in simple harmonic motion.

PREREQUISITES
  • Understanding of angular displacement and its relation to pendulum motion
  • Familiarity with basic trigonometry and radians
  • Knowledge of angular velocity (ω) and its calculation
  • Concept of simple harmonic motion
NEXT STEPS
  • Study the formula for angular displacement in simple harmonic motion
  • Learn how to calculate angular velocity (ω) for pendulum systems
  • Explore the relationship between angular displacement and time in oscillatory motion
  • Investigate the effects of varying the length (L) and initial angle (θ) on angular displacement
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Students studying physics, particularly those focusing on mechanics and oscillatory motion, as well as educators looking for examples of pendulum dynamics.

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Homework Statement



I'm trying to calculate the angular displacement. A pendulum with length L is released at θ=0.10rad at 0s.

Really not sure how to calculate the angular displacement from this. In a previous question we calculated the values of omega, and phi.

Homework Equations



I thought it could be L x Delta θ, but I'm not sure it's correct

The Attempt at a Solution



0.30 x 0.20 rad
 
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