Difficult Centripetal Motion Problem

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To solve the centripetal motion problem involving Tarzan swinging from a vine, the tension in the vine at the lowest point needs to be calculated. The relevant equations include the centripetal acceleration force formula, F = m(v^2)/r, and the conservation of energy equation, 1/2mv^2 + mgh = 1/2mv^2. The initial attempt calculated the centripetal force as 16 N using the mass and speed, but integrating the angle of 30° is necessary for a complete solution. It is suggested to first determine the velocity at the lowest point using energy conservation, then apply the centripetal force equation to find the total tension in the vine. The discussion emphasizes the need to account for additional forces contributing to the total tension.
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Homework Statement


Tarzan swings from a vine 20 m long which makes an angle of 30° with the vertical. If he pushes off with a speed of 2 m/s, what is the tension in the vine at the lowest point of the swing? Tarzan has a mass of 80 kg.

Homework Equations


centripetal accelaration force = F
m = mass
r = radius of circle
v = tangential speed
F=m(v^2)/r

1/2mv^2 + mgh = 1/2mv^2 (I'm not sure about this, though)

The Attempt at a Solution


F = 80 (2^2)/ 20
F = 16 N

I don't know how to integrate the angle measure into the problem.
 
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The 1/2mv^2 + mgh = 1/2mv^2 looks good. Use it to find the velocity at the lowest point. Then use Fc=m(v^2)/r with that value for v. Another force will add to this to make the total tension.
 
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