Time for the pendulum to come to a stop

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Start date Sep 26, 2022
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Pendulum Time

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To approximate the time it takes for a pendulum to come to a stop, one must consider factors such as damping, mass, and the characteristics of the harmonic oscillator. The discussion highlights the importance of understanding the damped harmonic oscillator model, which provides insights into how energy loss affects motion. Relevant equations that describe the system's behavior are essential for accurate calculations. The role of friction and air resistance in the damping process is also crucial. Overall, a comprehensive analysis of these factors is necessary to determine the stopping time of the pendulum.

Sep 26, 2022

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Homework Statement: How would one approximate the time it takes for the pendulum to come to a final stop? Including all the factors...

Relevant Equations: e

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Sep 26, 2022

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Aristarchus_ said:

Homework Statement:: How would one approximate the time it takes for the pendulum to come to a final stop? Including all the factors...
Relevant Equations:: e

e

What else do you know about the pendulum other than it comes to a stop?

Sep 27, 2022

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kuruman said:

What else do you know about the pendulum other than it comes to a stop?

Nothing other than mass

Sep 27, 2022

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Read up on the damped harmonic oscillator: http://hyperphysics.phy-astr.gsu.edu/hbase/oscda.html

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