Masses sliding on a smooth wedge

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The problem involves analyzing the dynamics of a mass sliding on a smooth wedge, focusing on the forces acting on the mass and the wedge, as well as the implications of friction. Key questions include the weight readings on a scale, the minimum coefficient of friction to prevent slipping, and the acceleration of the wedge.

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Approaches and Questions Raised

  • Participants explore the relationship between the forces acting on the mass and the wedge, questioning the validity of weight calculations under different conditions. Some suggest considering limiting cases to validate results, while others discuss the implications of acceleration and friction.

Discussion Status

There is ongoing exploration of the equations governing the system, with participants providing insights into the relationships between forces and accelerations. Some participants have offered guidance on reworking specific parts of the problem, particularly regarding the equations of motion for both masses.

Contextual Notes

Participants note the importance of boundary conditions, such as the behavior of the system as the angle approaches 0 or π/2, and the need for careful consideration of the forces involved in the absence of friction.

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how do u wrote those Tex commands, by simply writing the codes or theirs any other way ?
 
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  • #32
@Shivam, don't start a new issue in an old thread ! Make a new thread instead.
Now that it's done anyway: the PF guidelines refer to a ##\LaTeX## tutorial. If you already know ##\TeX## : enclose the code in ## for inline math, in $$ for displayed math
 

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