Vertical Circular Motion on Excalibur Ride

[Yep]

Okay, I need to demonstrate circular motion of this ride(only the vertical rotation, not the spinning disc that holds the people):

http://www.sixflags.com/parks/stlouis/Rides/excaliber.html


I only really understand circular motion vaguely, I'm not sure whether this is uniform or non-uniform. The only thing I really know is the radius, do I need the mass?


Thanks in advance for any help...

 

[Yep]

Pretty please

 

[kyle8921]

I can provide a response to the content about the vertical circular motion on the Excalibur ride. Circular motion is a type of motion in which an object moves along a circular path. In this case, the vertical rotation of the ride can be described as non-uniform circular motion, as the speed of the ride changes as it moves along the circular path.

To demonstrate circular motion, we need to consider the forces acting on the ride. The main force at play here is the centripetal force, which is responsible for keeping the ride moving along its circular path. This force is provided by the track of the ride and is directed towards the center of the circle.

In addition to the centripetal force, we also need to consider the weight of the ride and its passengers. This is the force that is pulling the ride downwards towards the ground. As the ride moves along its circular path, the weight force is constantly changing direction, but the centripetal force is always keeping it moving along the circular path.

The radius of the circular path is an important factor in circular motion. In this case, the radius of the Excalibur ride is the distance from the center of the circular path to the outer edge of the ride. This radius, along with the speed of the ride, determines the centripetal force needed to keep the ride moving along its path.

The mass of the ride may also play a role in the circular motion, as it affects the weight force. However, since the ride is designed to accommodate different numbers of passengers, the mass may vary and the ride is still able to maintain its circular motion.

In conclusion, the Excalibur ride demonstrates non-uniform circular motion, with the centripetal force provided by the track and the weight force of the ride and its passengers. The radius of the circular path is an important factor in this motion, while the mass may also play a role.