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Angular Energy Mechanical Oscillating Oscillations System

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The mechanical energy of an oscillating system is primarily composed of potential and kinetic energy, varying between equilibrium and extreme positions. At the equilibrium position, the system has maximum kinetic energy and minimum potential energy, while at extreme positions, potential energy is maximized and kinetic energy is zero. Angular frequency is defined as the rate of oscillation, calculated as ω = √(g/L) for a simple pendulum and ω = √(k/m) for a spring. Understanding these concepts is crucial for analyzing the behavior of oscillating systems. The discussion emphasizes the importance of energy distribution and angular frequency in mechanical oscillations.

Oct 9, 2011

Mason'sWorld

Dear Collegues,
Can you help me to answer theese : Describe the mechanical energy of the oscillating system, with the special interest in the equilibrium and extreme positions.
And can u tell me please, that, what is angular frequency in this topic?

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Oct 9, 2011

janggeng

for simpel pendulum
ω = root (g/L)
for spring
ω = root (k/m)

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Oct 9, 2011

Mason'sWorld

Thanks for the help

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