Max Weight for Dropping Rope w/ Mass m

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Start date Nov 5, 2008
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When a rope with mass m is dropped onto a scale from a stretched position, the maximum weight registered by the scale will depend on the dynamics of the rope's fall and the impact force. The force exerted on the scale will be influenced by the rope's mass, the acceleration due to gravity, and the speed at which the rope impacts the scale. The maximum weight can be calculated using principles of physics, including momentum and energy conservation. Participants are encouraged to show their calculations and specify where they encounter difficulties in solving the problem. Understanding these concepts is essential for accurately determining the scale's reading during the drop.

Nov 5, 2008

telekpsi

Rope with mass m is being dropped on a scale. What is the maximum weight the scale will register? Length of the rope is 1 and it is dropped from thee stretched out position.

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