What is the angular velocity of the drill bit in radians per second?

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The discussion focuses on calculating the angular velocity of a cordless drill bit in radians per second. The user has set up an equation based on the relationship between the number of teeth and angular velocities, arriving at an angular velocity of 1200 RPM. They seek verification of their calculations and guidance on converting RPM to radians per second. Key points include the need to convert revolutions to radians, with the understanding that there are 2π radians in one revolution. The conversation emphasizes the importance of completing the conversion to finalize the solution.
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Homework Statement


This problem is for a cordless drill.

[PLAIN]http://img718.imageshack.us/img718/8531/drill1.jpg


Homework Equations


[PLAIN]http://img442.imageshack.us/img442/3511/drill2.jpg

where N denotes number of teeth
w denotes angular velocity


The Attempt at a Solution


This is the work I have done so far:

\frac{9}{45} = \frac{x-720}{3600-x}

\frac{3600-x}{5} = x-720

x = \frac{5}{6}(1440)

x = 1200 rpm

I don't think I have completed the problem. Could someone please varify my work and show me what to do next?
 
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It appears to be correct, so far. One used Nring*wring = Nsun*wsun to obtain wring?

One has to convert revolutions per minute to radians per minute or per second. How many radians in a revolution?
 
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