Pendulum System: Acceleration of M1 and M2 Weights & Course of Movement

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The discussion focuses on the dynamics of a pendulum system involving two weights: m1 (10g) and m2 (20g). When m1 is released from a 30-degree angle with the ceiling, it will move in a circular path while m2 hangs directly beneath it. The acceleration of both weights can be determined using Newton's laws of motion and the principles of circular motion. The participants emphasize the need to derive the equations governing the system's movement without relying on energy methods.

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a weight with a mass of m2=20g is connected via a cord negligable mass to another weight, m1=10g, which is connected to the ceiling, also via a negligable mass cord. m1 is held in place so that the cord forms a 30 degree angle with the ceiling, and m2 is hanging directly underneath m1.

what will each of the weights acceleration be as m1 is set free?
what will the course of movement of the whole system look like?
 
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devanlevin said:
a weight with a mass of m2=20g is connected via a cord negligable mass to another weight, m1=10g, which is connected to the ceiling, also via a negligable mass cord. m1 is held in place so that the cord forms a 30 degree angle with the ceiling, and m2 is hanging directly underneath m1.

what will each of the weights acceleration be as m1 is set free?
what will the course of movement of the whole system look like?

Hi devanlevin! :smile:

Hint: m1 has to move in a circle.

Show us what equations you get, and where you're stuck, and then we'll know how to help. :smile:
 
dont even know where to start, the only thing i though of doing is using energy to solve this, but the question says not to
 

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