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im not sure i thought of the question myself, as i was doing circular motionbigerst said:um does this go under homework type questions?
Simon Bridge said:@havoc: you will get the most out of these forums if you attempt the problem yourself - then we will know what you are getting stuck on. Otherwise we just end up doing the problem for you and you don't learn as much.
What didn't you understand about the problem?
The maximum velocity and maximum tension in a system are directly related. As the velocity increases, the tension also increases. This is because the higher the velocity, the greater the forces acting on the system, leading to an increase in tension.
Yes, there is an equation known as the "Fundamental Relation of Maximum Velocity and Maximum Tension" that describes this relationship. It states that the maximum tension is equal to the mass of the system multiplied by the square of the maximum velocity.
The mass of the system is a key factor in the relation between maximum velocity and maximum tension. As the mass of the system increases, the tension also increases at a faster rate compared to the increase in velocity. This is because a heavier system requires more force to achieve the same acceleration, resulting in higher tension.
No, the maximum tension in a system cannot be greater than the maximum velocity. This is because the maximum tension is directly proportional to the square of the maximum velocity, meaning that the tension can never exceed the velocity in terms of magnitude.
The type of material used in a system can have an impact on the relation between maximum velocity and maximum tension. Different materials have different properties, such as elasticity and strength, which can influence the amount of tension that can be applied before reaching the maximum velocity. A stiffer and stronger material may allow for higher tensions at a given velocity compared to a more flexible and weaker material.