Stokes Theorem paraboloid intersecting with cylinder

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The discussion revolves around applying Stokes' Theorem to evaluate the integral of the curl of a vector field over a surface defined by a paraboloid intersecting with a cylinder. The vector field is given as F(x,y,z) = x²z² i + y²z² j + xyz k, and the surface S is the portion of the paraboloid z = x² + y² that lies within the cylinder x² + y² = 4, oriented upwards.

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  • Exploratory, Assumption checking, Problem interpretation

Approaches and Questions Raised

  • Participants discuss the parametric equations for the boundary curve and the intersection of the paraboloid and cylinder. There are questions about the correctness of the derived equations and the signs in the integral. Some participants suggest checking the orientation of the surface and how it affects the calculations.

Discussion Status

The discussion is ongoing, with participants providing feedback on each other's attempts and questioning specific steps in the integration process. Some guidance has been offered regarding the orientation of the surface and its implications for the integral's evaluation.

Contextual Notes

There are indications of confusion regarding the orientation of the surface and its effect on the integral, as well as the need for careful consideration of signs in the calculations. Participants express uncertainty about the evaluation of the integral and its correctness.

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Homework Statement



Use stokes theorem to elaluate to integral \int\int_{s} curlF.dS where F(x,y,z)= x^2 z^2 i + y^2 z^2 j + xyz k and s is the part of the paraboliod z=x^2+ y^2 that lies inside the cylinder x^2 +y^2 =4 and is orientated upwards

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The Attempt at a Solution



so i use Stokes theorem \int\int_{s} curlF.dS = \oint_{c} F.dv

so i want to get parametric equations for C and so i get x=2cost y=2sint and z=4 i came up with these as the boundary curve c is a circle of raadius 2 and my z value of 4 because that is where the parabaloid and cylinder intersect...am i right in my thinking here?

so then dx= -2sintdt ; dy=2costdt and dz=0

so then i get \oint_{c} F.dv = \oint_{c} x^2 z^2 dx - y^2z^2 dy + xyzdz

which becomes \int^{2\pi}_{0} ((4cos^2 t )(16)(-2sint) - (4sin^2t)(16)(ccost)) dt

\int^{2\pi}_{0} ((-128cos^2 t )(sint) - (128sin^2 t)(cost)) dt

am i working on the right lines here?
 
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whoops hold up a sec...not finished putting up my attempt, I am editing the post!
 
the original post is complete now. anyone got any ideas?
 
anyone?
 
I think the last part is wrong and it should be:
##\int^{2\pi}_{0} (-128cos^2 t sint + 128sin^2 tcost) .dt##
 
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gtfitzpatrick said:

Homework Statement



Use stokes theorem to elaluate to integral \int\int_{s} curlF.dS where F(x,y,z)= x^2 z^2 i + y^2 z^2 j + xyz k and s is the part of the paraboliod z=x^2+ y^2 that lies inside the cylinder x^2 +y^2 =4 and is orientated upwards

Homework Equations





The Attempt at a Solution



so i use Stokes theorem \int\int_{s} curlF.dS = \oint_{c} F.dv

so i want to get parametric equations for C and so i get x=2cost y=2sint and z=4 i came up with these as the boundary curve c is a circle of raadius 2 and my z value of 4 because that is where the parabaloid and cylinder intersect...am i right in my thinking here?

so then dx= -2sintdt ; dy=2costdt and dz=0

so then i get \oint_{c} F.dv = \oint_{c} x^2 z^2 dx - y^2z^2 dy + xyzdz

Check that - sign.

which becomes \int^{2\pi}_{0} ((4cos^2 t )(16)(-2sint) - (4sin^2t)(16)(ccost)) dt

\int^{2\pi}_{0} ((-128cos^2 t )(sint) - (128sin^2 t)(cost)) dt

am i working on the right lines here?

Looks good except for that minus sign.
 
The integration can be tricky but there is a simple trick to it. Let us know how it goes.

However, i have a question myself, since I'm still learning. I suppose it is OK for me to ask here? What if the orientation of the surface S was downwards? Then, how would the calculations from post #1 change?
 
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Hi LCkurtz and Sharks
Thanks a million for comments.

To integrate i used substitution u=cost du=-sintdt and similar for sin.

as in \int cos^2 t sint =\frac{1}{3} cos^3 t i think this works

so i get \frac{128}{3} (cos^3 t + sin^3 t)^{2\pi}_{0}

=-\frac{128}{3} i hope :)
 
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sharks said:
However, i have a question myself, since I'm still learning. I suppose it is OK for me to ask here? What if the orientation of the surface S was downwards? Then, how would the calculations from post #1 change?

i'm afraid i haven't a clue, sorry!
 
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But isn't the whole integral this:
##\int^{2\pi}_{0} (-128cos^2 t sint + 128sin^2 tcost) .dt##
Then, it would become:
##\int^{2\pi}_{0} (-128cos^2 t sint).dt + \int^{2\pi}_{0} (128sin^2 tcost).dt##
 
  • #11
sharks said:
The integration can be tricky but there is a simple trick to it. Let us know how it goes.

However, i have a question myself, since I'm still learning. I suppose it is OK for me to ask here? What if the orientation of the surface S was downwards? Then, how would the calculations from post #1 change?

I was tempted in my original post to ask the OP if he had thought about the orientation or whether he just took a guess. You use the right hand rule. In this case the normal was pointed upwards, so the right hand rule would give you counterclockwise in the xy plane as viewed from above which gives ##t:\, 0\rightarrow 2\pi##. For downward orientation you go the other way around the circle which could be ##t:\, 2\pi\rightarrow 0##. The effect is to change the sign of the answer.
 
  • #12
LCKurtz said:
I was tempted in my original post to ask the OP if he had thought about the orientation or whether he just took a guess. You use the right hand rule. In this case the normal was pointed upwards, so the right hand rule would give you counterclockwise in the xy plane as viewed from above which gives ##t:\, 0\rightarrow 2\pi##. For downward orientation you go the other way around the circle which could be ##t:\, 2\pi\rightarrow 0##. The effect is to change the sign of the answer.

Thank you for this quick and accurate answer, LCKurtz.
 
  • #13
sharks said:
Then, it would become:
##\int^{2\pi}_{0} (-128cos^2 t sint).dt + \int^{2\pi}_{0} (128sin^2 tcost).dt##

\int^{2\pi}_{0} (-128cos^2 t sint)dt + \int^{2\pi}_{0} (128sin^2 t cost)dt

=128[\frac{1}{3} cos^3 t ]^{2\pi}_{0} + 128[\frac{1}{3} sin^3 t ]^{2\pi}_{0}

=\frac{128}{3}[-1] = \frac{-128}{3}
 
  • #14
LCKurtz said:
I was tempted in my original post to ask the OP if he had thought about the orientation or whether he just took a guess. You use the right hand rule. In this case the normal was pointed upwards, so the right hand rule would give you counterclockwise in the xy plane as viewed from above which gives ##t:\, 0\rightarrow 2\pi##. For downward orientation you go the other way around the circle which could be ##t:\, 2\pi\rightarrow 0##. The effect is to change the sign of the answer.

ahhh thanks a million i had wondered about that alright. that cleared it up. thanks a million.
 
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gtfitzpatrick said:
\int^{2\pi}_{0} (-128cos^2 t sint)dt + \int^{2\pi}_{0} (128sin^2 t cost)dt

=128[\frac{1}{3} cos^3 t ]^{2\pi}_{0} + 128[\frac{1}{3} sin^3 t ]^{2\pi}_{0}

=\frac{128}{3}[-1] = \frac{-128}{3}

I don't think the evaluation part is correct.
 
  • #16
gtfitzpatrick said:
=\frac{128}{3}[-1] = \frac{-128}{3}

whoops should be \frac{128}{3}[1-1] = 0
 
  • #17
Thanks a million sharks! your brill! :smile:
 

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