Minimizing Friction for a Ball in a Rough Bowl: Accelerations and Velocity

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The discussion revolves around analyzing the motion of a ball in a rough bowl, focusing on its tangential and radial accelerations, velocity, and the necessary friction coefficient to prevent slipping. Key equations derived include the radial acceleration formula, which relates to the ball's velocity, and the condition for minimum friction, expressed as μ = cos(θ). Participants explore the implications of conservation of energy and the transition from sliding to rolling motion, emphasizing the role of friction and normal force. The conversation highlights the complexity of the problem, particularly in determining the conditions for pure rolling and the associated accelerations. Overall, the thread illustrates the intricate dynamics of a ball's motion in a non-ideal environment.
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after ##\theta_0## the ball reaches the other side of the bowl, to ##\pi-\theta_0##:
$$\mu_{s}(\pi-\theta_0)=\frac{2\,cos(\pi-\theta_0)}{17\,sin(\pi-\theta_0)-10\,sin\theta_{0}+\frac{7R}{g}\omega_{0}^2}=\frac{-2\cos\theta_0}{7\sin\theta_0+\frac{7R}{g}\omega_0^2}<0$$
Also how do you know that for this particular problem, not in general: ##\mu_{s}^{(max)}\geq \mu_{k}##
We don't know ##\mu_k## and not ##\mu_s## simce we don't know ##\theta_0## and ##\omega_0##
 
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