A jumper weighing 61 kg jumps from a high bridge with a bungee elastic rope. After reaching the lowest point, he begins to oscillate, reaching the lowest point 6 times in the next 33 s. When the oscillation finally subsides, he hangs 25 m below the bridge. a) What is the constant of the elastic rope? (The solution is 80 N/m) b) What is the length of the rope when it is not loaded? (The solution is 17 m)
Simple harmonic motion
Simple harmonic motion is a type of periodic motion in which an object undergoes oscillatory motion. The restoring force exerted by the object exhibiting SHM is proportional to the displacement from the equilibrium position. The force is directed towards the mean position. We see many examples of SHM around us, common ones are the motion of a pendulum, spring and vibration of strings in musical instruments, and so on.
Simple Pendulum
A simple pendulum comprises a heavy mass (called bob) attached to one end of the weightless and flexible string.
Oscillation
In Physics, oscillation means a repetitive motion that happens in a variation with respect to time. There is usually a central value, where the object would be at rest. Additionally, there are two or more positions between which the repetitive motion takes place. In mathematics, oscillations can also be described as vibrations. The most common examples of oscillation that is seen in daily lives include the alternating current (AC) or the motion of a moving pendulum.
A jumper weighing 61 kg jumps from a high bridge with a bungee elastic rope. After reaching the lowest point, he begins to oscillate, reaching the lowest point 6 times in the next 33 s. When the oscillation finally subsides, he hangs 25 m below the bridge.
a) What is the constant of the elastic rope? (The solution is 80 N/m)
b) What is the length of the rope when it is not loaded? (The solution is 17 m)
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