Impulse delivered to a sphere: Rotation motion (momentum) question

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The discussion focuses on the dynamics of a sphere subjected to an impulse, analyzing the resulting angular and translational velocities based on the vertical distance of the impulse application point relative to the sphere's radius. For cases where the impulse is applied at a height greater than the radius (h > R), the translational velocity (v) is 0 and the angular velocity (ω) is calculated as J/I. When the impulse is applied at a height less than the radius (h < R), the translational velocity is J/m and the angular velocity is 0. At the height equal to the radius (h = R), both velocities are J/m and 0, respectively.

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  • Understanding of linear momentum (p = mv)
  • Familiarity with angular momentum (L = r x p)
  • Knowledge of moment of inertia (I) and its role in rotational dynamics
  • Basic principles of impulse and its effects on motion
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  • Study the relationship between impulse and momentum in rotational systems
  • Learn about the moment of inertia for various shapes, particularly spheres
  • Explore the equations of motion for rigid bodies under applied forces
  • Investigate the effects of different heights of impulse application on rotational dynamics
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Physics students, mechanical engineers, and anyone studying dynamics and rotational motion will benefit from this discussion, particularly those focused on impulse and momentum principles.

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Homework Statement


A sphere of radius R and mass M sits on a horizontal tabletop. A horizontally directed impulse with magnitude J is delivered to a spot on the ball a vertical distance h above the tabletop.

Part 1:
Determine the angular and translational velocity of the sphere just after the impulse is delivered when...
h > R, v = ?, \omega = ?
h < R, v = ?, \omega = ?
h = R, v = ?, \omega = ?

Homework Equations


Since we're dealing with momentum, p = mv for linear momentum and L = r x p (r 'cross' p) for angular. Also, since the rotation of the sphere takes place around its axis of symmetry, L = I\omega can be used.

The Attempt at a Solution


I know when h = R, v = J/m and \omega = 0. Other than that I have no idea where to start. The help which goes with the problem said J = JT + JR, where the former is translational impulse, the latter, angular, but using these equations I can't get any answers (I can't even get the obvious answer I stated above).

Thanks in advance.

Edit:
I just figured out how to hack the website to give me the answer, so I don't really need help anymore. Usually the questions on the site are way more difficult than the in-class/exam questions, but if anyone still wants to post a solution, feel free. At least the question will be archived with an answer then.
 
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Answer (for anyone who needs it):h > R, v = 0, \omega = J/Ih < R, v = J/m, \omega = 0h = R, v = J/m, \omega = 0
 

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