Rotational Edge Drop: Angular Velocity & Translation

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The discussion centers on a physics problem involving a box that is 27.5" tall and 41" long, weighing 480 lbs, which is partially elevated and dropped to assess its rotational behavior. The main focus is on determining whether the box will continue to rotate and fall onto its side after being dropped from a height of 12" while one edge rests on a 3.5" tall block. The user has successfully calculated the angular velocity but struggles with translating the motion when the box switches the edge it rotates about. The inquiry emphasizes the need for understanding the dynamics of rotational motion and edge transitions. The conversation highlights the complexities of analyzing rotational motion in practical scenarios.
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So here is the problem I have. There is a box that is 27.5" tall and 41" tall with a mass of 480lbs. One edge is put on a 3.5" tall block while the other is raised 12" and dropped. The question is to see if the block will continue to rotate and fall on it's side. I have been able to find the angular velocity but am unable to translate that portion of it when it switches edges it is rotating about.
 
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toddar said:
So here is the problem I have. There is a box that is 27.5" tall and 41" tall with a mass of 480lbs. One edge is put on a 3.5" tall block while the other is raised 12" and dropped. The question is to see if the block will continue to rotate and fall on it's side. I have been able to find the angular velocity but am unable to translate that portion of it when it switches edges it is rotating about.

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