Find an expression for the maximum compression of the spring d caused by mass m2 when it hits the spring. Your answer should be in terms of the variables given (and g). h

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The pulley system depicted consists of two masses connected by a string of negligible mass through a massless pulley. There is a spring with a constant \( k \) positioned such that its equilibrium position is located a distance \( h \) below the bottom of mass \( m_2 \). Notably, there is no friction either in the pulley or between the surfaces of the masses and the platform. When the two masses \( m_1 \) and \( m_2 \) are released from rest, mass \( m_2 \) begins to fall and pulls mass \( m_1 \) up the ramp.

### Problem Statement
Find an expression for the maximum compression of the spring \( d \) caused by mass \( m_2 \) when it hits the spring. Your answer should be in terms of the variables given (and \( g \)).

### Diagram Explanation
- The diagram shows a mass \( m_2 \) hanging vertically attached to a string over a pulley.
- Mass \( m_1 \) is resting on a ramp inclined at an angle \( \theta \).
- The spring is situated below mass \( m_2 \), with a labeled distance \( h \) indicating the initial separation.
- Arrows indicate the direction of motion for mass \( m_2 \) as it compresses the spring.

The system dynamics involve gravitational forces acting on both masses, which cause \( m_2 \) to descend, resulting in the compression of the spring upon contact.
Transcribed Image Text:The pulley system depicted consists of two masses connected by a string of negligible mass through a massless pulley. There is a spring with a constant \( k \) positioned such that its equilibrium position is located a distance \( h \) below the bottom of mass \( m_2 \). Notably, there is no friction either in the pulley or between the surfaces of the masses and the platform. When the two masses \( m_1 \) and \( m_2 \) are released from rest, mass \( m_2 \) begins to fall and pulls mass \( m_1 \) up the ramp. ### Problem Statement Find an expression for the maximum compression of the spring \( d \) caused by mass \( m_2 \) when it hits the spring. Your answer should be in terms of the variables given (and \( g \)). ### Diagram Explanation - The diagram shows a mass \( m_2 \) hanging vertically attached to a string over a pulley. - Mass \( m_1 \) is resting on a ramp inclined at an angle \( \theta \). - The spring is situated below mass \( m_2 \), with a labeled distance \( h \) indicating the initial separation. - Arrows indicate the direction of motion for mass \( m_2 \) as it compresses the spring. The system dynamics involve gravitational forces acting on both masses, which cause \( m_2 \) to descend, resulting in the compression of the spring upon contact.
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