Fraction of energy dissipated when solid cylinder placed on table

In summary, the fraction of energy dissipated refers to the proportion of energy that is lost or converted into other forms during a physical process. It can be calculated by dividing the amount of energy lost or converted by the total initial energy of the system. Factors such as material properties, surface, and speed can affect this fraction, and the shape of the object can impact it as well. Studying the fraction of energy dissipated is important in understanding the efficiency of a system and finding ways to reduce energy losses.
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A uniform solid cylinder is set spinning about its axis and is then gently placed, with the axis horizontal, on a rough horizontal table. What fraction of its initial kinetic energy is dissipated in sliding friction before the cylinder eventually rolls smoothly along the plane?

The only equations I think are needed are 0.5mv^2 and 0.5Iw^2, and I can write down equations for the total energy before and after, but cannot relate the two.

Apparently the answer is 2/3.

Thanks
 
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Think conservation of angular momentum with respect to the point of contact.
 

1. What is the definition of "fraction of energy dissipated"?

The fraction of energy dissipated refers to the proportion of energy that is lost or converted into other forms, such as heat or sound, when an object undergoes a physical process.

2. How is the fraction of energy dissipated calculated?

The fraction of energy dissipated can be calculated by dividing the amount of energy that is lost or converted by the total initial energy of the system.

3. What factors affect the fraction of energy dissipated?

The fraction of energy dissipated can be affected by factors such as the material properties of the object, the surface it is placed on, and the speed at which it is placed on the surface.

4. How does the shape of the object impact the fraction of energy dissipated?

The shape of the object can impact the fraction of energy dissipated as it can affect the amount of contact area with the surface and therefore the amount of friction and resistance encountered.

5. Why is the fraction of energy dissipated important to study?

The fraction of energy dissipated is important to study as it can help us understand the efficiency of a system and how much energy is lost or wasted during a process. This information can also be used to improve designs and reduce energy losses in various applications.

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