Tension of string when an impulse is applied

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The discussion centers on calculating the tension in two strings connected to two particles, A (mass m1) and B (mass m2), when a horizontal impulse is applied to particle A. The initial conditions involve particle A being suspended and stable under gravity, with a sudden application of speed v. The participants explore the relationship between impulse and tension, noting that while particle A moves, particle B remains stationary initially due to the nature of the impulse and the forces acting on the system.

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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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very urgent i have uploaded the question now help please!
 
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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