Pulling a yoyo over a surface with tension

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The discussion centers on the dynamics of a yoyo being pulled over a surface with tension, focusing on the relationship between applied force (F), static friction (fs), and the resulting angular acceleration. Participants clarify that the axis of rotation can be at the center of mass or the contact point, affecting the torque and rotation direction. Key equations discussed include Newton's second law (F=ma) and torque (τ=Iα), emphasizing the need to consider both linear and rotational motion simultaneously. The conversation concludes with a derivation of the maximum force (Fmax) for rolling without slipping, incorporating static friction and angle (θ) considerations.

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  • Understanding of Newton's laws of motion, particularly F=ma.
  • Familiarity with torque and angular acceleration (τ=Iα).
  • Basic knowledge of static friction and its role in rotational dynamics.
  • Concept of no-slip conditions in rolling motion.
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  • Study the relationship between linear acceleration and angular acceleration in rolling objects.
  • Learn about the effects of static friction on the motion of rigid bodies.
  • Explore the concept of torque in greater detail, including its calculation for various shapes.
  • Investigate the dynamics of objects under off-center forces and their implications for motion.
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  • #31
BvU said:
How does this ##F_{\text {max }} ## follow from #24 ?

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First of all i used ##a## = ##alpha## * ##R##
So i switched the ##a## in m * ##a## in Newtons second law for ##alpha## * ##R##
so now i have
##m * alpha * R## = F * cos(theta) - F(s)
then i simply adjust that to
##alpha## = (F * cos(theta) - F(s)) / (m * R)

Next i insert this ##alpha## in line 24 and solve for F
 
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  • #32
Justforthisquestion1 said:
I chose my coordinate system with i_hat to the right j_hat down. Doesnt that make cw positive?

I see. Upside down. You in Australia :wink:? -- never mind, not problematic in this exercise, I think...

Easy check: you claim you did ##\theta =0## successfully. So that must have been ##
F_{\text {max} }=\displaystyle {3\mu mg \over \cos\theta+3\mu \sin \theta-2b/R}\quad## ?

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  • #33
BvU said:
I see. Upside down. You in Australia :wink:? -- never mind, not problematic in this exercise, I think...

Easy check: you claim you did ##\theta =0## successfully. So that must have been ##
F_{\text {max} }=\displaystyle {3\mu mg \over \cos\theta+3\mu \sin \theta-2b/R}\quad## ?

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Almost!
The -2b are the problem!
it should be +2b!
Thank you! i didnt think of this easy yet effective method to test this solution
Do you have any idea where the mistake could come from? If not then i will write my solution on a paper and scan it!
 
  • #34
Justforthisquestion1 said:
Almost!
The -2b are the problem!
it should be +2b!
Thank you! i didnt think of this easy yet effective method to test this solution
Do you have any idea where the mistake could come from? If not then i will write my solution on a paper and scan it!
In my mind, the solution for ##theta = 0## should be
##Fmax= (mu * m * g * 3*R) / (2 * b +R)
 
  • #35
BvU said:
I see. Upside down. You in Australia :wink:? -- never mind, not problematic in this exercise, I think...

Easy check: you claim you did ##\theta =0## successfully. So that must have been ##
F_{\text {max} }=\displaystyle {3\mu mg \over \cos\theta+3\mu \sin \theta-2b/R}\quad## ?

##\ ##
Got it thank you so much
Now i can forget about yoyos forever!!!
 
  • #36
I have (from your posts):$$\begin{align*} R\mu(mg-F\sin\theta)-bF &=I\alpha \\ \ &\ \\
I\alpha&={1\over 2} m R^2 \alpha = {R\over 2} ma = {R\over 2} \Bigl ( F\cos\theta - \mu\left ( mg -F\sin\theta\right)\Bigr ) \\ \ &\ \\
2\mu(mg-F\sin\theta)-2b{F/R} &=F\cos\theta - \mu\left ( mg -F\sin\theta\right )\\ \ &\ \\
3\mu mg &= F\Bigl( \cos\theta + 3\mu\sin\theta +2b/R \Bigr ) \\ \ &\ \\
F &= {3\mu mg \over \cos\theta + 3\mu\sin\theta +2b/R }
\end{align*} $$which fits for ##\mu=0## and ##\theta = 0## -- and cw.

Must have been an overlooked minus sign.Not finished for ccw though...

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  • #37
BvU said:
I have (from your posts):$$\begin{align*} R\mu(mg-F\sin\theta)-bF &=I\alpha \\ \ &\ \\
I\alpha&={1\over 2} m R^2 \alpha = {R\over 2} ma = {R\over 2} \Bigl ( F\cos\theta - \mu\left ( mg -F\sin\theta\right)\Bigr ) \\ \ &\ \\
2\mu(mg-F\sin\theta)-2b{F/R} &=F\cos\theta - \mu\left ( mg -F\sin\theta\right )\\ \ &\ \\
3\mu mg &= F\Bigl( \cos\theta + 3\mu\sin\theta +2b/R \Bigr ) \\ \ &\ \\
F &= {3\mu mg \over \cos\theta + 3\mu\sin\theta +2b/R }
\end{align*} $$which fits for ##\mu=0## and ##\theta = 0## -- and cw.

Must have been an overlooked minus sign.Not finished for ccw though...

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Yes that is correct. Okay i will do it for ccw and then forget about it :D
 

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