MHB Challenging Classical Mechanics Problems: Can You Solve Them?

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This discussion focuses on solving classical mechanics problems involving kinetic friction on an incline and the application of d'Alembert's principle. Key equations provided include the distance up the incline, represented by $\Delta x = \dfrac{v_f^2 - v_0^2}{2a}$, and the time taken to ascend, given by $t = \dfrac{v_f-v_0}{a}$, with specific values for final velocity ($v_f=0$) and acceleration ($a = -g(\sin{\theta} + \mu \cos{\theta})$). The discussion also addresses the dynamics of non-inertial frames, emphasizing the necessity of incorporating fictitious forces to maintain equivalent dynamics across different systems. Participants express gratitude for assistance in tackling these challenging problems.

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  • Understanding of classical mechanics principles
  • Familiarity with kinematic equations
  • Knowledge of friction coefficients and their impact on motion
  • Concept of non-inertial reference frames and fictitious forces
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  • Study the application of kinetic friction in inclined plane problems
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Hello i have the difficulty in solving this two problems..thank you for your help math help boards :-) View attachment 8748
 

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distance up the incline (with kinetic friction present) ...

$\Delta x = \dfrac{v_f^2 - v_0^2}{2a}$

time up the incline ...

$t = \dfrac{v_f-v_0}{a}$

... where $v_f=0$ and $a = -g(\sin{\theta} + \mu \cos{\theta})$time down the incline ...

$\Delta x = v_0 \cdot t + \dfrac{1}{2}at^2 \implies t = \sqrt{\dfrac{2\Delta x}{a}}$

note $v_0 = 0$, $\Delta x$ is the opposite of that found going up the incline and $a = -g(\sin{\theta} - \mu \cos{\theta})$
 
1.5 is related to d'Alembert's principle. We can analyze the dynamics of an accelerating frame of reference (i.e non-inertial) by adding a fictitious force. Since the force in system A is $m*100$, then a fictitious force of $m*10$ must be added to system B so that the dynamics in both systems are equivalent.
 
thanks a lot that will help me solving the other problems similar to that two particular question...:-)
and i have the difficulty solving some problems specially to the questions without a value.. thank you again for your help..
 

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