How to devise moment of inertia formula of solid sphere?

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The discussion revolves around deriving the moment of inertia formula for a solid sphere about its central axis, given its radius R and mass M. The original poster attempts to use integration to arrive at the formula, referencing the moment of inertia equation and their own calculations.

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  • Mathematical reasoning, Assumption checking

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  • The original poster describes an approach involving the visualization of the solid sphere as a collection of infinite disks and attempts to derive the moment of inertia through integration. Some participants question the correctness of the integrals used, particularly regarding the introduction of an extra factor in the calculations.

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The discussion is ongoing, with participants providing feedback on the original poster's approach. There are indications of confusion regarding the application of the moment of inertia formula for disks and the integration process. No consensus has been reached, and multiple interpretations of the calculations are being explored.

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The original poster expresses frustration over spending significant time on the problem without arriving at a solution, indicating a potential lack of clarity in the setup or assumptions made during the derivation process.

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Homework Statement


how to divide moment of inertia of solid sphere about its central axis?. Solid sphere has radius R, mass M.

Homework Equations



I=∫r2dm
2/5 MR^2

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i try to imagine that solid sphere is a group of infinite disk. a disk have volume dv=πr2dx.
dm=ρdv=πρr2dx.
I=R-Rr2πρr2dx
I=πρR-Rr4dx
I=πρR-R(R2-x2)2dx
I=πρR-RR4-2R2x2+x4dx
I=πρ[2R5-4/3R5+2/5R5]
!=πρR5[30-20+6]/15
I=16/15 πρR5
I=4/5 (4/3πρR3)R2
I=4/5MR2

where my eror? i have spent 2 days to solve it but i am failed until now.
 

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In your first integral, you introduce an extra factor r2. I assume this is related to the moment of inertia of a disk about its axis. Have you forgotten something there?
 
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I assume this is related to the moment of inertia of a disk about its axis. Have you forgotten something there?
i think this is just subtitution for dm=ρπr2dx. I'm confused
 
imadrea said:
i think this is just subtitution for dm=ρπr2dx. I'm confused
No, in the next line you have another r2 factor.
 

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