Motion of spring mass with charge in magnetic field

In summary, the conversation discusses the motion of a charged particle in a magnetic field and how it would be affected if attached to a spring. The equation of motion for the system is discussed and the role of the spring in the particle's motion is considered. There is also mention of using vectors to describe the force caused by the spring and a question about starting a new thread.
  • #1
madking153
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hi,

got a difficult question to ask :

we can easily find the motion of charge in magnetic field.But now if the charge is attached to a spring, how can we find the general motion ?

is it like a gyroscope ?

thanks
 
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  • #2
A charged particle in a magnetic field with move according to [itex]\vec{v}\,\times\,\vec{B}[/itex]. How the spring would inflence this depends on the equilibrium position of the spring with respect to the trajectory of the particle.

Have you tried to write out the equation(s) of motion for the system?
 
  • #3
ya, i don't know is right or wrong -
dv/dt= qBv/m -kx

but the spring's motion is in x y plane ( if z is magnetic field) - how can i decribe the force cause by spring ?
 
  • #4
How about using vectors?
 
  • #5
excuse me... how to start a new thread, please...
 

1. What is the equation for the motion of a spring mass with charge in a magnetic field?

The equation for the motion of a spring mass with charge in a magnetic field is given by F = qvBsinθ, where F is the force, q is the charge, v is the velocity, B is the magnetic field, and θ is the angle between the velocity and the magnetic field.

2. How does the magnetic field affect the motion of a spring mass with charge?

The magnetic field causes a force to act on the charged particle, which results in a change in its direction of motion. This is because the magnetic field exerts a force perpendicular to the velocity of the particle, causing it to move in a circular or helical path.

3. What is the role of the spring in this motion?

The spring provides a restoring force that opposes the motion of the charged particle. This allows the particle to oscillate back and forth, resulting in a periodic motion.

4. How does the mass of the particle affect its motion in a magnetic field?

The mass of the particle does not affect the magnitude of the force exerted by the magnetic field. However, it does affect the rate at which the particle accelerates and the frequency of its oscillations.

5. What is the relationship between the velocity of the particle and the strength of the magnetic field?

The greater the velocity of the particle, the greater the magnitude of the force exerted by the magnetic field. This means that a stronger magnetic field will result in a greater change in the direction of motion of the particle.

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