Resultant Velocity of Thor's Hammer

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To determine the resultant velocity of Thor's hammer when launched at Loki, the problem involves calculating both the linear and angular components of the hammer's motion. Thor spins the hammer at 2.00 rad/s while running at 4.00 m/s, and the length of the hammer is 1.20 m. After 3.00 seconds, the angular velocity contributes to the linear velocity at the end of the hammer, which can be calculated using the formula for tangential velocity. The final resultant velocity combines these components, factoring in the direction of motion. The solution requires applying conservation laws and understanding the relationship between linear and angular velocities.
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Thor starts spinning his hammer at a rate of 2.00 rad/s2 while he starts running toward Loki at 4.00m/s2 . The distance from Thor’s elbow to the end of the hammer form a rigid 1.20m segment. If he takes 3.00 seconds before he launches the hammer at Loki, what is the resultant velocity of the hammer when it leaves Thor’s hand?

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