How to find equation of motion for object leaving a curved ramp?

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Homework Help Overview

The discussion revolves around finding the equations of motion for an object leaving a curved ramp, specifically focusing on the motion along the ramp (AB) and after it exits (BC). The problem involves concepts from dynamics and kinematics, including forces acting on the object such as gravity, friction, and normal force.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory, Conceptual clarification, Mathematical reasoning, Problem interpretation, Assumption checking

Approaches and Questions Raised

  • Participants explore the use of polar coordinates to describe the motion and question how to express forces in terms of unit vectors. There are discussions about the nature of the forces acting on the object and the relationships between them.

Discussion Status

Participants are actively engaging with the problem, raising questions about the setup and the physics involved. Some suggest that part of the problem may be too complex to solve without further guidance, while others emphasize the importance of the original poster working through the problem independently.

Contextual Notes

There is an acknowledgment of the difficulty of the problem, particularly regarding the curved nature of the ramp and the implications for the equations of motion. Participants also note the importance of adhering to forum rules that discourage providing direct solutions.

  • #61
I'm having an exam in 2 days, after that I will be able to concentrate more on this problem. Please don't close the thread. I'll be back as soon as I can. Thank you
 
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  • #62
cantleave said:
I'm having an exam in 2 days, after that I will be able to concentrate more on this problem. Please don't close the thread. I'll be back as soon as I can. Thank you
No problem, hope there are no hard feelings and good luck on your exam. Thank you for clarifying things.

Regards,

Redbelly98
 
  • #63
Sorry cantleave, I didn't mean to bail on you -.-

I got busy.

I'm glad to see you made some steady progress.

P.S.
good luck on the exam ;-)
 
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