Solving Rectilinear Motion: Find Velocity & Position

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The discussion focuses on solving for the velocity and position of a particle under a specific force function, F=Fosin(ct), starting from rest. The participant derives the acceleration and integrates to find velocity and position functions, initially arriving at incorrect expressions. After reviewing the solutions manual, they realize the correct velocity is v=(Fo/cm)(1-cos(ct)) and the position is x=(Fo/mc^2)(ct-sin(ct)). The participant acknowledges the need to ensure the particle is at rest at t=0 for accurate results. This highlights the importance of initial conditions in solving rectilinear motion problems.
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Homework Statement



Find velocity and position as functions of time t for a particle of mass m, which starts from rest at x=t=0, subject to the following force functions.

a) F=Fosin(ct)


Homework Equations



F=ma

The Attempt at a Solution



a) a=Fosin(ct)/m

dv/dt = Fosin(ct)/m

∫dv = ∫Fosin(ct)/m dt

v = -Fo(cos(ct))/mc

integrate again

x+ Fo(sin(ct))/(mc^2)


This solutions manual says the answer is
v=(Fo/cm)(1-cos(ct)
x=(Fo/mc^2)(ct-sin(ct))
 
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Look at your expression for v(t), remember that you want it to be at rest at t=0.
 
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