Using F=kvx in order to describe x as a function of t

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In summary, the force acting on a particle of mass m is given by F=kvx with k as a positive constant. The particle starts at the origin with an initial speed of v naught at time t=0. To find x as a function of t, we use the equations F=ma and a=(dx/dt)(dv/dx). After some calculations, we get V=(kx^2/2m)+Vnaught as our final equation.
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Homework Statement


The force acting on a particle of mass m is given by
F=kvx
in which k is a positive constant. The particle passes through the origin with the speed v naught at time t=0. Find x as a function of (t)


Homework Equations


F=ma
a=(dx/dt)(dv/dx)



The Attempt at a Solution


F=kvx

ma=kvx

a=kvx/m

(dx/dt)(dv/dx)=kvx/m

v(dv/dx)=kvx/m

dv/dx=kx/m

dv=(kx/m)dx

integral of both sides left in terms of dv and right in terms of dx

V-Vnaught=kx^2/2m

I'm not sure where to go from here. Help would be very much appreciated!
 
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Nevermind I figured it out. For anyone who's curious.

V=(kx^2/2m)+Vnaught
dx/dt=(kx^2/2m)+Vnaught
dx/((kx^2/2m)+Vnaught)=dt
then integrate both sides.
 
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FAQ: Using F=kvx in order to describe x as a function of t

What is F=kvx?

F=kvx is an equation used in physics to describe the relationship between force, velocity, and damping coefficient. It is commonly used in the study of oscillatory motion.

What does F=kvx represent?

In this equation, F represents the force acting on an object, k is the damping coefficient, v is the velocity of the object, and x is the position of the object.

How is F=kvx used to describe x as a function of t?

By manipulating the equation, we can solve for x as a function of time (t). This allows us to track the position of an object over time, given the force acting on it and the damping coefficient.

What is the significance of the damping coefficient (k) in this equation?

The damping coefficient represents the amount of resistance or damping in a system. A higher value of k means more resistance and a lower value means less resistance.

What types of systems can be described using F=kvx?

This equation can be used to describe a wide range of systems that exhibit oscillatory motion, such as a spring-mass system, a pendulum, or an electrical circuit with an inductor and capacitor.

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