Center of Mass with Circle that has a Cut Out

In summary, the center of mass for a circle with a cut out is located at the geometric center of the remaining portion of the circle, taking into account the removed section. It can be calculated by finding the center of mass for the full circle and subtracting the area and centroid of the removed section. The size and shape of the cut out can affect the location of the center of mass, which is an important factor in determining the stability and balance of the object. A symmetrical cut out will have less of an impact on the center of mass compared to an asymmetrical or heavily concentrated one.
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Homework Statement


Find the center of mass of a 5kg circle with a radius of 4m with a circle that has a radius of 2m cut out from it.


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The Attempt at a Solution


To be completely honest, I do not know where to start. I do know how to find the center of mass when you have points on a plane. But I cannot seem to find the connection between this and that.

Thank you
 
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Welcome to PF!

Hi SerhanFT9! Welcome to PF! :smile:

You can treat the hole as a solid of negative mass. :wink:
 

1. What is the center of mass for a circle that has a cut out?

The center of mass for a circle that has a cut out will be located at the geometric center of the remaining portion of the circle, taking into account the removed section. It will be the point at which the circle would balance if it were placed on a fulcrum.

2. How is the center of mass calculated for a circle with a cut out?

The center of mass for a circle with a cut out can be calculated by finding the center of mass for the full circle and then taking into account the removed section. This can be done by finding the area and centroid of the removed section and subtracting it from the overall circle.

3. Does the size of the cut out affect the center of mass for a circle?

Yes, the size and location of the cut out will affect the center of mass for a circle. The larger the cut out, the further away the center of mass will be from the center of the circle. Additionally, the location of the cut out can also impact the center of mass.

4. What is the significance of the center of mass for a circle with a cut out?

The center of mass is an important concept in physics and engineering, as it helps determine the overall stability and balance of an object. For a circle with a cut out, the center of mass can affect how the object behaves when subjected to external forces, such as gravity or acceleration.

5. How does the shape of the cut out affect the center of mass for a circle?

The shape of the cut out can greatly impact the center of mass for a circle. A cut out that is symmetrical and evenly distributed from the center of the circle will have less of an effect on the center of mass compared to a cut out that is asymmetrical or heavily concentrated on one side. This is because the distribution of mass around the center of the circle affects the location of the center of mass.

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