Tension of string when an impulse is applied

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The discussion revolves around the dynamics of two particles connected by strings when an impulse is applied to the upper particle A. After the horizontal strike, particle B initially remains stationary while particle A moves with an instantaneous speed v. The tension in the strings needs to be calculated, taking into account the impulse and the forces acting on the particles. The upper mass A experiences a net force due to its circular motion, while the lower mass B's movement is complex, particularly in the initial moment after the impulse. The conversation highlights the need to relate impulse and tension to understand the system's behavior accurately.
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Homework Statement


A particle A (mass m1) is suspended under ceiling by a light string of length L1. Another light string length L2 is connected to A at one end and connected to particle B(mass m2). They are stable under gravbity at first. Suddenly a horizontal strike is given to A and A has instanteous speed v. What is the tension of the 2 strings?


Homework Equations


mv=change of momentum= impluse?


The Attempt at a Solution


I think B does not move at all as the strike is to A.
But mv is impluse and tension is force. How to relate them?
I also don't know how to calculate the angle? help!
 

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is it due to the implusive tension?
 
Consider the fact that the upper mass, confined by the string l1, is forced to move in a circular arc. What must the net force on it be?
 
how about the lower mass does it move?thx
 
The movement over time of the lower mass is not simple.
In the first istant (while upper mass has already a speed of v) lower mass doesn't move.
Can you guess why ?

What about the chain ? Any news ?
 

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