Kinematic Problem: Tangential Acceleration and Radius of Curvature at t=1

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At t=1, the tangential acceleration is questioned due to the velocity being zero, leading to confusion about the calculations. The tangential acceleration formula, aT = (a·v)/|v|, results in no tangential acceleration since v=0. The discussion also highlights the inconsistency in calculating the radius of curvature, as the formula ar = v²/r yields a contradiction with v=0. Participants suggest evaluating the acceleration vector at t=1 to clarify the linear acceleration. The conversation emphasizes the need for a deeper understanding of the relationship between velocity, acceleration, and curvature in kinematic problems.
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a body moves according to the following:
ay=2-4t
ax=-1
vy=2t-2t2
vx=1-t
x0=2
y0=3

what is the tangential acceleration when t=1?
what is the radius of curvature of the motion when t=1?

aT=\vec{a}dot\vec{v}/|v|
at t=1, \vec{v}=0 so there is no tangential acceleration, how can this be true?

the secon part of the question is also not making sence

ar=v2/r, but here v=0 and ar=3 since there is no aT and ax=-1, ay=-2?
 
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