Understanding the Differences between Bar and Simple Pendulums

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The discussion clarifies the differences between bar pendulums and simple pendulums, emphasizing that the mass distribution in a bar pendulum affects its moment of inertia and oscillation behavior. The time period for a simple pendulum is given by T = 2π√(L/g), while the bar pendulum has a different formula, T = 2π√(2L/3g). References to resources like HyperPhysics and MIT materials are provided for further understanding. The conversation highlights the importance of analyzing restoring torque and angular acceleration in compound pendulums. Overall, the distinctions between these two types of pendulums are crucial for understanding their dynamics.
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i do not think your answer is correct

as T = 2.pi. Sqrt( 2.L / 3.g) so and angular frequency w = 2.pi / T so option b seems to be correct you can see hyperphysics site or
http://web.mit.edu/8.01t/www/materials/modules/chapter24.pdf
 
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drvrm said:
i do not think your answer is correct

as T = 2.pi. Sqrt( 2.L / 3.g) so and angular frequency w = 2.pi / T so option b seems to be correct you can see hyperphysics site or
http://web.mit.edu/8.01t/www/materials/modules/chapter24.pdf
is not it the case similar to simple pendulum and time period for simple pendulum is T=2.pi sqrt(L/g) ?
 
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is not it the case similar to simple pendulum and time period for simple pendulum is T=2.pi sqrt(L/g) ?

Bar pendulum is not similar to a simple pendlum as the masses are spread in a particular manner and it leads to moment of Inertia as it oscillates where as in simple pendulum mass is concentrated at a point at length L.
if you have analysed a compound pendulum or a rigid body hung from a point and oscillating then the picture of restoring torque and angular acceleration will be clear...see the reference of mit given above for detail. or consult a textbook dealing with oscillation of a rigid body from a fixed axis.
 
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drvrm said:
Bar pendulum is not similar to a simple pendlum as the masses are spread in a particular manner and it leads to moment of Inertia as it oscillates where as in simple pendulum mass is concentrated at a point at length L.
if you have analysed a compound pendulum or a rigid body hung from a point and oscillating then the picture of restoring torque and angular acceleration will be clear...see the reference of mit given above for detail. or consult a textbook dealing with oscillation of a rigid body from a fixed axis.
its clear now Thanks a globe :smile:
 
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