Dude. How do you Uncross a cross product?

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The discussion focuses on the mathematical operation of "cross division" in vector calculus, specifically addressing the equation \(\vec{v}=\vec{\omega}\times\vec{r}\) and how to isolate \(\vec{\omega}\). The participants clarify that cross division can be expressed as \(A /x B = (A \times B) / B^2\) or \(A /x B = A^2 / (A \times B)\). These formulations provide a clear method for manipulating cross products in vector equations.

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If I have [itex]\vec{v}=\vec{\omega}\times\vec{r}[/itex] how do I solve for omega? How do I "cross divide"?

Scalar operations are easier, I know. But how do you do this vectorially?
 
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