Calculating Acceleration of Simple Pendulum

In summary, the acceleration of a simple pendulum can be found by applying Newton's second law and using simple calculations. Resources such as the provided link may also be helpful in finding the acceleration.
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Homework Statement


Is there an actual formula for the acceleration of a simple pendulum.
I know that the distance is angular displacement=angular amplitudesin(wt+phase constant) and the velocity is angular velocity= Length of String* w*angular amplitude cos(wt+phase constant)


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Hi there,

I am sure you can even find out yourself. You just need to apply Newton's second law. With simple calculations, you can find out the acceleration of a simple pendulum.

Cheers
 
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It may help u

01.http://www.tutorvista.com/content/physics/physics-iii/oscillations/simple-pendulum.php
 
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Damn,

Now that's great help. I was going to make a little drawing like that. But I guess you have the answer right there.

Cheers
 

What is a simple pendulum?

A simple pendulum is a weight attached to a string or rod that is free to swing back and forth. It is often used as a model to study the effects of gravity and motion.

How do you calculate the acceleration of a simple pendulum?

The acceleration of a simple pendulum can be calculated using the equation a = -g * sin(theta), where a is the acceleration, g is the acceleration due to gravity (9.8 m/s^2), and theta is the angle the pendulum makes with the vertical.

What factors affect the acceleration of a simple pendulum?

The acceleration of a simple pendulum is affected by the length of the string, the mass of the weight, and the amplitude (angle) of the swing. It is also affected by air resistance, although this is typically a negligible factor.

What is the relationship between the acceleration and the length of a simple pendulum?

The acceleration of a simple pendulum is inversely proportional to the length of the string. This means that as the length of the string increases, the acceleration decreases, and vice versa.

How is the acceleration of a simple pendulum related to the motion of the pendulum?

The acceleration of a simple pendulum is directly related to the motion of the pendulum. As the pendulum swings back and forth, its acceleration changes, causing a change in the speed and direction of its motion.

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