The frequency of two parallel springs and one weight system

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The discussion revolves around calculating the angular frequency of a system involving two parallel springs and a weight. Participants express confusion regarding the application of the moment of inertia (MoI) and the sum of moments in the context of angular acceleration. There is a debate about whether the system can be treated as having zero MoI about a specific axis, with emphasis on the need for a correct understanding of the equations governing rotational dynamics. Clarification is sought on how to properly apply the equations to find the angular frequency. The conversation highlights the complexities of analyzing systems with both springs and rotational motion.
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Homework Statement


I want to find the angular frequency of the system below
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Homework Equations


F = -kx
U = 1/2*k*x^2

The Attempt at a Solution


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But here's the answer:
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I don't know how come this solution. Any one help me? Thank you so much.
 

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I do not understand even your first equation. It looks like a sum of moments about left hand end equals zero. But there will be an angular acceleration here, and the system has a moment of inertia about that axis.
About what point does it not have any MoI?
 
haruspex said:
I do not understand even your first equation. It looks like a sum of moments about left hand end equals zero. But there will be an angular acceleration here, and the system has a moment of inertia about that axis.
About what point does it not have any MoI?

Yes I used the sum of moments. Actually I also haven't get the point of this problem. Just think that it will be balance like that
 
ltnghia1304 said:
I used the sum of moments
OK, but the standard equation, relative to a specified axis, is Σmoment=MoI * angular acceleration. The bar will in general have an angular acceleration, and the MoI of the bar+mass about the ends of the bar is not zero. So the sum of the moments will not be zero.
As I asked before, about what axis does the bar+mass have zero MoI?
 
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