Conversion between two Harmonic Angular Motion

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The discussion focuses on converting the angular motion of a motor to that of an oscillating bar connected via a collar. The motor operates at an angular velocity of 10π rad/s, and the bar is intended to swing back and forth with a 30-degree amplitude in 0.2 seconds. Attempts to use Angular Simple Harmonic Motion were hindered by the large angles involved, leading to inaccuracies. A proposed equation, θ(φ) = sin(φ)*π*sqrt(3)/9, only works for specific angles and fails for others due to non-linear relationships caused by acceleration. The conversation emphasizes the need for a geometric approach to find a suitable equation relating the two motions.
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Homework Statement


I need to find a way to do a conversion between the angular motion of a motor to the angular motion of an oscilating bar that is connected to it through a sliding and rotating collar. This way, every time the motor completes a revolution, the bar swings back and forth with a amplitude of 30 degrees in 0,2s (2x30º = 60º). The problem is that I can't find an equation to compare both motions.

The motor angular velocity is 10π rad*s-1

Homework Equations


SHM equations (maybe?)

The Attempt at a Solution


I've tried using Angular Simple Harmonic Motion, but I think that as I'm working with big angles, the error will be way too big. I also tried comparing the angles of both motions in a table (Motor Angle [0º,360º] x Bar Angle[-30º,30º]), and found an equation: θ(φ) = sin(φ)*π*sqrt(3)/9. The problem is that this equation works when you use φ = 0, 120, 180 and 240, but it does not appear to work when angles between those are used. I think that happens because the relation is not linear due to acceleration.
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This is just a geometry problem. Your diagram shows the bar at one extreme of movement. Draw another with it in general position. What equation relates φ and θ?
 
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