- #1
PSN03
- 100
- 9
- Homework Statement
- Two small masses each of mass m are tied through a light inextensible string of lenght l and placed on smooth horizontal surface. At t=0 a sudden impulse delP is given to one of the two masses. Find the tension in the string at t=0 and acceleration of the other mass.
- Relevant Equations
- delP=delmv (Impulse=change in momentum)
Tension=mv²/r for circular motion
I know that it will probably execute something similar to circular motion. I thought of conserving momentum but I think there is an external force being applied due to the impulse which will prevent me from doing so.
I know that once I find the tension it would become very easy to find the acceleration.
Any help or hint would be appreciated.
I know that once I find the tension it would become very easy to find the acceleration.
Any help or hint would be appreciated.