Rotation and translation (of life importance)

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The discussion revolves around finding the equation y(X) for the position of the instantaneous axis of rotation of a rotating disc moving along the x-axis. Two scenarios are presented: one where the disc moves with a constant velocity while rotating counterclockwise with constant angular acceleration, and another where it accelerates with constant angular velocity. A participant expresses confusion about the concept, questioning whether the instantaneous axis of rotation, which passes through the point of contact with the ground, makes the problem trivial. Clarification is provided that the disc is flat and not rolling upright, indicating a more complex motion. The urgency of solving the problem is emphasized due to a personal deadline.
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A rotating disc moves in the positive direction of the x axis. Find the equation y(X) describing the position of the instantaneous axis of rotation, if at the initial moment the axis C of the disc was located at the point O after which it moved

(A) with a constant velocity v, while the disc started rotating counterclockwise with a constant angular acceleration (beta) (the initial angular velocity is equal to zero);
(B) with a constant acceleration (omega) (and the zero initial velocity), while the disc rotates counterclockwise with a constant angular velocity (omega)

I don't understand it - if the instantaneous axis of rotation always passes through the point of contact between ground and a disc, isn't it like trivial?

could some1 solve it pls?? its for my gf she will kill me if i don't solve it by the morning. (if she's reading this, go away)
 
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Hi FermatPell! Welcome to PF! :smile:

(have a beta: β and an omega: ω :wink:)
FermatPell said:
… I don't understand it - if the instantaneous axis of rotation always passes through the point of contact between ground and a disc, isn't it like trivial?

I think the disc is flat, not rolling upright. :redface:
 
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