A uniform rod BC of mass 4 kg is connected to a collar A by a 250-mm cord AB. Neglecting the mass of the collar and cord, determine (a) the smallest constant acceleration aa for which the cord and the rod lie in a straight line, (b) the corresponding A 250 mm В 400 mm tension in the cord. 350 mm C

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**Problem Statement:**

A uniform rod BC of mass 4 kg is connected to a collar A by a 250-mm cord AB. Neglecting the mass of the collar and cord, determine:

(a) The smallest constant acceleration \( a_A \) for which the cord and the rod lie in a straight line.

(b) The corresponding tension in the cord.

**Diagram Explanation:**

The illustration depicts a mechanical system consisting of a rod BC and a collar A. A cord AB connects the collar to the rod. The diagram details the following measurements:

- The length of cord AB is 250 mm.
- The vertical distance from point B to the point directly below A is specified as 400 mm.
- The complete vertical length from point A to C is noted as 350 mm.

In the diagram:

- The collar A experiences a horizontal acceleration denoted as \( a_A \).
- There is an applied force \( P \) acting horizontally on the collar.

The goal is to calculate the minimum acceleration \( a_A \) necessary for the cord and rod to maintain alignment in a straight line, as well as the corresponding tension in the cord.
Transcribed Image Text:**Problem Statement:** A uniform rod BC of mass 4 kg is connected to a collar A by a 250-mm cord AB. Neglecting the mass of the collar and cord, determine: (a) The smallest constant acceleration \( a_A \) for which the cord and the rod lie in a straight line. (b) The corresponding tension in the cord. **Diagram Explanation:** The illustration depicts a mechanical system consisting of a rod BC and a collar A. A cord AB connects the collar to the rod. The diagram details the following measurements: - The length of cord AB is 250 mm. - The vertical distance from point B to the point directly below A is specified as 400 mm. - The complete vertical length from point A to C is noted as 350 mm. In the diagram: - The collar A experiences a horizontal acceleration denoted as \( a_A \). - There is an applied force \( P \) acting horizontally on the collar. The goal is to calculate the minimum acceleration \( a_A \) necessary for the cord and rod to maintain alignment in a straight line, as well as the corresponding tension in the cord.
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