The discussion centers on the dynamics of a system comprising two charges connected by a spring in a uniform magnetic field. The forces acting on the charges include the Lorentz force, given by $$\vec F = q \vec v \times \vec B$$, the spring force $$\vec F = -k \vec x$$, and the electrostatic force $$\vec F = k_e \frac{q^2}{r^2}$$. The system exhibits three degrees of freedom: the position of the center of mass, the angle of rotation of the charges, and the distance between the charges. The participants express confusion regarding the initial conditions and the implications of the spring's zero rest length, indicating a need for clarification on the problem statement from the Scuola Normale Superiore examination.
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I think if people (not saying me) new the direction of the field for sure, and the initial state was better explained someone could help you.Hak said:If you all can't solve it, I don't see who else can...
I hope so, but finding a precise solution is, in my opinion, really impossible... Regardless, we will never know if this will be correct or not...erobz said:I think if people (not saying me) new the direction of the field for sure, and the initial state was better explained someone could help you.