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TheePhysicsStudent
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- Homework Statement
- Was practising an equilibrium problem (and i have done quite a few like this one before and got them right) and I am unsure Where i have went wrong here
- Relevant Equations
- t1v + t2v = 2.8
A couple of things worth noting...TheePhysicsStudent said:
Wow thanks, I think this information may help speed time in lots of calculations i doSteve4Physics said:To avoid any confusion, by 'force-triangle' (in Post #5) I meant this...
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Just in case it is not clear, when drawing a force polygon of forces in balance, the arrows join head to tail, as in @Steve4Physics' drawing.TheePhysicsStudent said:Wow thanks, I think this information may help speed time in lots of calculations i do
In an equilibrium problem, the tension of each cord can be calculated by setting up a system of equations based on the forces acting on the object. By analyzing the forces in the x and y directions, you can determine the tension in each cord.
When calculating tension in an equilibrium problem, it is important to consider Newton's second law, which states that the sum of the forces in each direction must be zero. Additionally, you should consider the angles at which the cords are attached to the object, as this will affect the tension in each cord.
Sure! For example, if you have an object hanging from two cords at different angles, you can calculate the tension in each cord by analyzing the forces acting on the object and setting up equations to solve for the tensions. By considering the weight of the object and the angles of the cords, you can determine the tension in each cord.
If the tensions of the cords are not equal in an equilibrium problem, it means that the object is not in equilibrium. This could be due to an unbalanced force acting on the object, causing it to move or accelerate. In order to achieve equilibrium, the tensions of the cords must be equal and opposite to the weight of the object.
When calculating tension in an equilibrium problem, it is often assumed that the cords are massless and frictionless, and that the object is in a state of rest or constant velocity. These simplifications make the calculations easier, but it is important to remember that in real-world scenarios, there may be additional factors to consider.