Time Period: Limits of Integration?

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The discussion centers on whether the time period can be expressed as the integral of 1/v with respect to x. It confirms that if x is a function of time and v is non-zero, the integral can indeed represent time, and any limits of integration can be applied. However, if velocity (v) equals zero at any point, the validity of this approach may be questioned. Participants are encouraged to clarify the specific problem being addressed for better guidance. The conversation highlights the importance of understanding the relationship between position, velocity, and time in integration.
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Is Time Period = \int \frac{1}{v} dx ??

If yes, the under what limits of integration??
 
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particlemania said:

Homework Statement



Is Time Period = \int \frac{1}{v} dx ??

If yes, the under what limits of integration??

Could you please provide more information? What problem are you solving?
 
Hi particlemania! :smile:
particlemania said:

Homework Statement



Is Time Period = \int \frac{1}{v} dx ??

If yes, the under what limits of integration??

If x is a function only of t, and if v = dx/dt, and is non-zero, then yes ∫ dx/v = ∫ (dt/dx)dx = ∫ dt, and this should work for any limits.

If v = 0 at some point, it may still work … what do you think? :smile:
 
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