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Good show.lollikey said:
Solving Pulley and Platform Homework w/ Acceleration
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Homework Help Overview
The discussion revolves around a physics problem involving two construction workers using pulleys to raise themselves on a platform. The problem includes variables such as the mass of the workers, the mass of the platform, and the forces they exert while pulling on the ropes. Participants are exploring the dynamics of the system, including the forces acting on both the workers and the platform.
Discussion Character
- Mixed
Approaches and Questions Raised
- Participants discuss various methods of analyzing the forces acting on the workers and the platform, including treating them as a single system. There are attempts to clarify the roles of normal forces, tension, and the forces applied by the workers. Questions arise regarding the differences between the forces exerted by the workers and the tension in the ropes.
Discussion Status
The discussion is active, with participants providing insights and questioning each other's reasoning. Some participants express confusion about the forces involved, while others attempt to clarify the relationships between the forces and the resulting acceleration. There are ongoing explorations of the equations governing the system, with no clear consensus yet reached.
Contextual Notes
Participants are navigating assumptions about the system, such as the mass of the platform and the nature of the forces applied by the workers. There is mention of potential confusion regarding the normal force and the application of forces in the context of the problem.
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