Quantifying Acceleration in Non-Perpendicular Torque Systems

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The discussion focuses on understanding the dynamics of torque in non-perpendicular systems, particularly the relationship between static and dynamic behavior when a body is distant from its rotational axis. The user seeks clarification on quantifying acceleration when additional torque is applied, noting that the gravitational force vector is not always perpendicular to the radius. There is a debate about the correctness of the torque expression C(θ) and its implications for maintaining constant acceleration. Participants emphasize the importance of a suitable motor and control system to achieve desired outcomes in torque management. Overall, a clear understanding of the forces involved and proper diagramming is recommended for resolving the confusion.
Andrea Vironda
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Hi,
I'm making some confusion about statistical and dynamic behavior.
if i have a body distant from the rotational axis, i have a static torque for maintaining it on position (i suppose ##\vec g \perp \vec r##).
But if a supply more torque i accellerate the body. How can i quantify this accelleration? it will be not constant because ##\vec g## is no more perpendicular to ##\vec r##.
i would obtain ##C(\theta)=mg(\theta)r+I\ddot \theta##. How can a motor mantain a constant accelleration?
 
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Andrea Vironda said:
How can a motor mantain a constant accelleration

I don't understand the problem - a suitable choice of motor and control system will do anything that you want it to do .

Is your question really meant to be about how to determine the variable driving torque needed to maintain a constant angular acceleration ?
 
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Nidum said:
I don't understand the problem - a suitable choice of motor and control system will do anything that you want it to do .

Is your question really meant to be about how determine the variable driving torque needed to maintain a constant angular acceleration ?
i would to know if my expression in ##C(\theta)## is correct
 
What do you intend your expression C(theta) to represent?

Where does a motor enter into the problem as originally described?
 
hi, ##C## is a torque, ##coppia## in italian language. It's the torque expression as ##f(\theta)##
 
You need to understand that g is not a function of theta; g is a constant. What you need is the component of g that acts perpendicular to the radius. Draw a diagram with labels and it should all become clear.
 

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