Magnitude of the acceleration of the fly

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The discussion focuses on demonstrating that the magnitude of the acceleration of a fly moving in a helical path is constant when certain parameters are held constant. Participants emphasize the importance of clearly presenting mathematical work for better readability and engagement. There are suggestions to use LaTeX for formatting equations and to correct errors in the initial equation provided. The conversation highlights the need for precision in mathematical expressions to facilitate understanding. Overall, the thread aims to clarify the conditions under which the fly's acceleration remains constant.
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Homework Statement


A buzzing fly moves in a helical path given by the equation
r(t)=ib sin(wt) +jb cos(wt) + kct2
Show that the magnitude of the acceleration of the fly is constant, provided b, cc, and c are
constant.

Homework Equations


v = r/t

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I can't see anything there that looks like an answer.
 
@syamsul andry -- Welcome to the PF.

It is much better to type your work into the forum window. It makes it easier for us to read, and it let's us use the "Quote" and "Reply" features when we want to highlight part of your work.

You can use the math symbols under the sigma symbol ∑ at the top of the reply window, and you can learn how to type math equations using LaTeX in the tutorial under INFO, Help/How-To at the top of the page. Thanks. :smile:
 
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