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The discussion focuses on determining the normal force acting on mass 2 in a double pendulum system with a half-circle configuration. The user seeks clarification on whether the normal force remains constant throughout the motion of the pendulum. It is established that the normal force varies depending on the position of the mass and the dynamics of the system, particularly due to gravitational effects and the curvature of the half-circle.

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Hi, I just have a quick question on how to find the normal force in this picture on mass 2, http://postimg.org/image/w9sr29ab3/ , the half circle. Its a double pendulum with no friction. Can I assume that the normal force is in that position all the time as the half circle goes back and forth.

thx for any help
 
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Could you please fill in the homework template? That way we have an idea what this is about !
 

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