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The discussion revolves around the topic of rotational dynamics and conservation of angular momentum, particularly their significance in engineering fields. The original poster expresses uncertainty about how to approach the question and seeks guidance on defining key concepts.

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  • Participants suggest that the original poster define "rotational dynamics" and "angular momentum" and explore their applications in Mechanical Engineering. Questions about identifying purely rotational machines are raised, with prompts for examples of such machines.

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The conversation is ongoing, with participants providing prompts and guidance to help the original poster think critically about the topic. There is an emphasis on the need for the original poster to demonstrate their understanding before receiving direct assistance.

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Participants note that the original poster must show their best efforts before receiving tutorial help, indicating a learning-first approach. There is a focus on identifying everyday machines that utilize rotational motion, which may be part of the assignment's requirements.

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Homework Statement
What is the importance of rotational dynamics and conservation of angular momentum in various engineering fields?
Relevant Equations
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Please help to answer this question, I don't know how to start, thanks in advance.
 
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dantetoledo said:
Homework Statement:: What is the importance of rotational dynamics and conservation of angular momentum in various engineering fields?
Relevant Equations:: N/A

Please help to answer this question, I don't know how to start, thanks in advance.
Welcome to PF.

We cannot offer tutorial help until you show your best efforts. Can you define "rotational dynamics" and "angular momentum"? Where do you see them come into play in, for example, Mechanical Engineering?
 
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Can you mention two purely rotational machines that have become very important to developed human societies?
 
Lnewqban said:
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Can you mention two purely rotational machines that have become very important to developed human societies?
Pistons, cogs.
 
dantetoledo said:
Pistons, cogs.
No, no; those are parts. :smile:

Whole machines which internal moving parts only rotate around a shaft (no reciprocating parts).
 
Lnewqban said:
No, no; those are parts. :smile:

Whole machines which internal moving parts only rotate around a shaft (no reciprocating parts).
Can you give some examples?
 
dantetoledo said:
Can you give some examples?
No, that is your assignment. You seriously can't think of any machines that we use every day that involve rotational motion? Walk outside and look around...
 
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In the old days, starting a car involved hand-cranking until electric starter motors replaced the cranks. What was the crank connected to? Hint: It's an eight-lettered F-word.

HandCrank.jpeg
 
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kuruman said:
What was the crank connected to? Hint: It's an eight-lettered F-word.
Woo-wee, beats me! I'll wait until the OP figures it out...
 

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