Spaceship taking circular turn

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The discussion revolves around a physics problem involving a spaceship negotiating a circular turn. The problem requires calculating angular velocity, radial acceleration, and tangential acceleration based on given speed and radius.

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  • Exploratory, Conceptual clarification, Mathematical reasoning

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  • The original poster attempts to apply various equations but is unsure how to start. Some participants suggest converting units and using equations related to curvilinear motion. Others express uncertainty about specific equations and their applicability to the problem.

Discussion Status

Participants are exploring different approaches to the problem. Some guidance has been offered regarding unit conversion and the use of angular velocity, but there is no consensus on the specific equations to apply or how to proceed further.

Contextual Notes

There is a mention of the speed not changing, which may imply certain assumptions about the nature of the motion. The original poster expresses a lack of familiarity with the term "curvilinear motion," indicating potential gaps in understanding the relevant concepts.

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I tried using equations useing different methods of solving this problem but no cigar.

If anyone can help me just to get started that would be grand.

Thanks

A spaceship negotiates a circular turn of radius 3890 km at a speed of 33860 km/h.

(a) What is the magnitude of the angular velocity?
rad/s
(b) What is the magnitude of the radial acceleration?
m/s2
(c) What is the magnitude of the tangential acceleration?
m/s2
 
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First, convert given info to correct units; meters and seconds.
Second, use your equations for curviliear motion, they are quite basic.
Third, the answer to c should be obvious, since the problem states that the speed is not changing...
 
what equation would that be, i don't know one that's called curviliear motion equation.

i know these equations:
angular position
angular velcoity - i would guess to use this but there's not rad given.
angular acceleration
 
adp5025 said:
angular velcoity - i would guess to use this but there's not rad given.

Angular velocity can also be represented as;

\omega = \frac{v}{r}

Regards
-Hoot
 

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