Conservation of Rotational Energy Question

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The discussion centers on a physics problem involving a hoop descending while unwinding a string. The key equations used include gravitational potential energy and the kinetic energy of both translational and rotational motion. The user faces a challenge in solving for two variables, linear velocity and angular speed, within a single equation. They note the relationship between translational speed and angular speed, suggesting that the hoop rolls down the string. The conversation emphasizes understanding the mechanics of rolling without slipping to find the solution.
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Homework Statement


A string is wrapped several times around the rim of a small hoop with radius 8.00 and mass 0.180 . The free end of the string is held in place and the hoop is released from rest. After the hoop has descended 95.0 , calculate the angular speed and speed of its center.


Homework Equations


U = mgh
K_trans = 1/2mv^2
K_rot = 1/2Iω^2


The Attempt at a Solution


I set the starting point was at a height of .95m.
K_i + U_i = K_f + U_f
0 + mgh = 1/2mv^2+1/2Iω^2 + 0
mgh = 1/2mv^2 + 1/2m(r^2)(ω^2)
(.18)(9.8)(.95) = (.5)(.18)(v^2) + (.5)(.18)(.08^2)(ω^2)

But then I have two variables in the same equation and I'm not sure where to go. I know that the speed at the center is going to be equal to v (the linear velocity) and angular speed is ω.
 
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It is as if the hoop rolled down on the string. There is a relation between the velocity of translation and angular speed of rotation for the case "rolling without slipping". You can figure it out if you answer the question: what distance does the hoop travel down on the string while it turns one?

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