Curvilinear Motion with nonconstant acceleration

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The discussion focuses on solving a problem related to curvilinear motion with nonconstant acceleration, specifically addressing the accelerations of points A and B. Key equations utilized include the relationships between tangential and normal acceleration, as well as the velocity equations. The participant successfully determined the gross acceleration of point A relative to point B by combining the known accelerations and solving for angular velocity and speed changes. The problem-solving process highlights the importance of understanding both components of acceleration in curvilinear motion.

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  • Understanding of curvilinear motion concepts
  • Familiarity with tangential and normal acceleration
  • Knowledge of angular velocity calculations
  • Proficiency in applying kinematic equations
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  • Study the derivation and application of the centripetal acceleration formula
  • Learn about the relationship between angular velocity and linear velocity
  • Explore advanced topics in nonconstant acceleration scenarios
  • Practice problems involving relative motion in curvilinear dynamics
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Homework Statement


Please refer to both figures. One has a picture and the other is the actual problem. Ignore the pencil writing on the figure as it was for a separate problem.

Homework Equations


aB+aA/B=aA
vB+vA/B=vA
an=v2r

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I am actually really at a lost at the moment. know both the tangential and normal acceleration of point B. I also obviously know the velocity at point B. I'm not sure what to do with the acceleration that is given. If I could get a voltage from that then I feel like I could possibly solve this problem.
 

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You know the acceleration of B? Then as the problem gives you the relative acceleration A relative to B you at B's acceler to get A's gross acceleration. Knowing this and knowing the normal component must correspond to A's centripetal acceleration you can solve for the angular velocity. Likewise taking the tangential component that will give you the change in speed since it's acceleration in the direction of motion.
 
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jambaugh said:
You know the acceleration of B? Then as the problem gives you the relative acceleration A relative to B you at B's acceler to get A's gross acceleration. Knowing this and knowing the normal component must correspond to A's centripetal acceleration you can solve for the angular velocity. Likewise taking the tangential component that will give you the change in speed since it's acceleration in the direction of motion.
thank you. I solved it!
 

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