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Conical Pendulum: Get Help Now!
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The forum discussion focuses on the analysis of a conical pendulum, specifically addressing the calculation of forces acting on the pendulum's bob. Users discuss the application of Newton's second law, expressed as force equals mass times acceleration, to determine the acceleration of the bob in relation to its length (L), velocity (v), and angle (θ). The conversation emphasizes the importance of correctly resolving the tension forces in the string to understand the dynamics of the conical pendulum.
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- Study the derivation of acceleration in conical pendulums
- Explore the role of tension in circular motion
- Learn about the relationship between angular velocity and linear velocity
- Investigate applications of conical pendulums in real-world scenarios
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Hi soupastupid! Welcome to PF!
Just use force = mass times acceleration …
what is the acceleration of the bob, in terms of L v and θ?
soupastupid said:
Hi soupastupid! Welcome to PF!
Just use force = mass times acceleration …
what is the acceleration of the bob, in terms of L v and θ?
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