Question about kinematic equation

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Therefore, the missing 2 in the kinematic equation is due to the average displacement being divided by 2. In summary, the final position theta can be solved for by using the formula theta = (ang acc)t^2/2, where ang acc is the angular acceleration and t is the time.
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Assuming initial angular velocity is 0 I want to solve for final position theta

Ang Acceleration = Δw/Δt = w/t

w = Δ(theta)/Δt = theta/t

ang acc = theta/t^2

theta = (ang acc)(t^2)

but how come the kinematic equation is...theta = (ang acc)t^2/2

Where did my 2 go?
 
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Miike012 said:
Assuming initial angular velocity is 0 I want to solve for final position theta

Ang Acceleration = Δw/Δt = w/t

w = Δ(theta)/Δt = theta/t
this formula gives the average angular velocity. You are looking for the instantaneous final angular velocity, which is twice the average.
acc = theta/t^2

theta = (ang acc)(t^2)

but how come the kinematic equation is...theta = (ang acc)t^2/2

Where did my 2 go?
The displacement theta is {(wo+wf)/2} (t)
 

1. What are the kinematic equations used for?

The kinematic equations are used to describe the motion of an object and to predict its future position, velocity, and acceleration. They are commonly used in physics and engineering to solve problems related to motion.

2. How many kinematic equations are there?

There are five kinematic equations, also known as the "Big 5" equations. They are:
- Displacement = initial velocity x time + 1/2 x acceleration x time^2
- Final velocity = initial velocity + acceleration x time
- Displacement = (initial velocity + final velocity) x time / 2
- Final velocity^2 = initial velocity^2 + 2 x acceleration x displacement
- Displacement = initial velocity x time + 1/2 x acceleration x time^2

3. What is the difference between kinematics and kinetics?

Kinematics is the study of motion without considering the forces that cause the motion. It focuses on the position, velocity, and acceleration of an object. On the other hand, kinetics is the study of motion in relation to the forces acting upon an object. It involves analyzing the forces that cause motion and how they affect an object's motion.

4. Can kinematic equations be used for any type of motion?

Yes, kinematic equations can be used for any type of motion as long as the motion is constant or can be broken into smaller sections of constant motion. This means that the acceleration of the object must remain constant throughout the motion.

5. How can I apply kinematic equations to real-life situations?

Kinematic equations can be applied to real-life situations such as calculating the time it takes for a ball to reach the ground when thrown, determining the maximum height of a roller coaster, or predicting the distance a car will travel before coming to a stop. They are also commonly used in sports, such as calculating the trajectory of a baseball or determining the acceleration of a runner.

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