Rotational Velocity Homework: Find Accel & Distance for Stopping Wheel

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Homework Help Overview

The problem involves a wheel with a given rotational velocity that is brought to a stop by friction. Participants are tasked with finding the rotational acceleration and the distance the wheel rotates while stopping.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory, Assumption checking, Problem interpretation

Approaches and Questions Raised

  • The original poster attempts to calculate rotational acceleration and distance but expresses confusion over the second part of the problem. Some participants question the correctness of the equations used and the calculations performed, suggesting a review of the relevant textbook material.

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The discussion includes attempts to clarify the equations and calculations involved. Some participants have offered critical feedback on the original poster's approach, indicating that there are misunderstandings that need to be addressed. There is no clear consensus on the correct method yet, as participants are still exploring the problem.

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Participants note potential issues with the equations and calculations presented, including missing variables and unit consistency. The original poster has expressed a desire for further assistance, indicating a need for clarification on the problem setup.

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Homework Statement


A wheel has a rotational velocity of 14 rad/s clockwise you place your hand against the wheel and the friction between your hand and the rim stops it
a) If it takes 5s to stop the wheel what is its rotational acceleration
b)How far does the wheel rotate while slowing to a stop?


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The Attempt at a Solution


I got A very easy just taking 14/5 but am struggling with part B
Here is what I have so far, and I know its wrong but cannot figure it out
any help would be greatly appreciated

W.t+1/2t(squared)

I have 14*5+1/2*2.8(squared)
70+3.92=73.92

Any help would be greatly appreciated again thanks
 
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Bump, please help me
 
Bump, any clarification that can be done on my part?
 
Wow thanks for the help, your all so great!
 
W.t+1/2t(squared)
Is this supposed to be an equation? Write the whole thing out. Anyway, this equation isn't even correct. You left out a variable. Go back to your textbook and look it up again.

I have 14*5+1/2*2.8(squared)

Even if this was the right equation, you've messed up the calculation. t is not "2.8". Did you try to see if your units worked out properly? If they don't, then that's an indication you are doing something wrong.

Instead of bumping your thread every 20 minutes, try spending the time working on figuring out what's wrong yourself. A careful look at the textbook should have at least made you notice something was wrong with your equation.

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