Help with solving three equations with 3 unknowns

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The discussion focuses on solving three equations with three unknowns: α, R2, and m, while assuming a known value for R1. The equations involve complex mathematical expressions that require careful manipulation to isolate the unknowns. Users suggest using software like Maple, Excel, or Matlab for solving the equations, emphasizing the importance of correctly formatting the equations to avoid errors. Additionally, it is recommended to solve the first two equations independently before substituting into the third. Resources like Wolfram Alpha are also mentioned as helpful tools for solving such equations.
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I have the three following equations in the file attached:


1. 70000000=(((R1^3)*4/3)-((R2^3)*4/3 "))(100*cosα))/(2(R1 -R2)(pi/2)(R1^4-R2^4) + 100sinα/ ((pi/4)(R1^4-R2^4))

2. 120000000=((100*sinα))/(R1^2-R2^2)+ (100*cosα*R1 )/((pi/4)(R1^4-R2^4))

3. m=100(pi)(R1^2-R2^2 )(cosα)* R1

I know it looks like we have four unknowns with three equations, but I am going to assume the value of R1. Going forward, I will have the following unknowns:
α, R2, m

I tried solving this using Maple, but unfortunately all my values were 0. I am pretty sure I wrote it right. Otherwise, is there any other software I can use to solve this? Excel/Matlab?

If so, which functions should I use? Are there any constraints that I will have to define?

Thank you in advance!

PS - I attached a picture of the formulas!
 

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Solve (1) & (2) independently as you have 2 equations with 2 unknowns then substitute into (3)

As you know R1 & as long as R1 does NOT = R2 then I'd try multiplying (1) & (2) through by (pi/4)(R1^4-R2^4)
 
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If you wrote it like here, you made mistake. For what you use double quotes?
 
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