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Homework Statement
We have a pendulum, with length 4a. It is placed between two rounded obstacles (see image) described by x = a(θ+sinθ) and z = a(-3-cosθ), which disturb its natural movement. Find the equation of movement.
https://www.dropbox.com/s/q1y4gzmnv0mm9c0/2014-01-27 20.19.03.jpg
Homework Equations
x = a(θ+sinθ) and z = a(-3-cosθ) are the parametrized coordinates of the obstacles
The Attempt at a Solution
I have no idea where to start.