Maximum Force - Linear momentum

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The discussion revolves around calculating the maximum force \( F_0 \) acting on a 2 kg box as it moves through a channel, reaching a velocity of 5 m/s at t = 8 s. The relevant equation used is the linear momentum equation \( mv_1 + \int F \, dt = mv_2 \). The user attempts to set up the integral of the force over time to solve for the maximum force, seeking confirmation on the correctness of this approach.

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Homework Statement



Assuming that the force F acting on a 2 kg box, as it passes
horizontally through a channel (see Fig. a), varies with time
in the manner shown in Fig. b, determine the maximum
force F0, applied to the box. The velocity of the box reaches
5 m/s when t = 8 s. Assume that the box is at rest at t = 0.
Neglect friction between the wall of the channel and the
box.


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Homework Equations



mv1 + sum integral F = mv2 - sorry for writting integral with words


The Attempt at a Solution




So this is how i proceed.
At the beginning v1=0. No velocity

in x direction
m*0 + integral from 0 to 8 Fx = 2*5

Now we integrate and find the force. But i am not sure if this is the right way to do it.
Can anybody help me a little bit
 
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