Working out formula for cylindrical capacitor

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The discussion focuses on calculating the potential of a cylindrical capacitor using the formula for electric field strength and voltage. The relevant equations include E = q/(2πrhε₀) and ΔV = -∫ E dr. The user attempts to derive the voltage V_y by integrating the electric field from radius x to radius y, confirming the setup is correct. The reference to HyperPhysics provides additional context for understanding cylindrical capacitors.

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Homework Statement


Find the potential of a cylindrical capacitor
Radius of both cylinder plates, x and y where x<y
Height of the cylinder: h
Charge on the plates: q

Homework Equations


[tex]E = \frac{q}{A\epsilon_0} = \frac{q}{2\pi r h \epsilon_0}[/tex]
[tex]\Delta V = \frac{\Delta U}{q} = - \int_a^b E dr[/tex]

The Attempt at a Solution


[tex]V_y = \int_a^b E dr = \frac{q}{2\pi h \epsilon_0} \int_x^y \frac{1}{r} dr[/tex]

Am I setting this up correctly?
 
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