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(a)
The angular velocity and force exerted on the hands of the gymnast after he has rotated through 90°.
Answer to Problem 17.20P
Explanation of Solution
Given:
Calculation:
Position 1: Directly above the bar.
Elevation:
Potential energy:
Speeds:
Kinetic energy:
Position 2: Body at level of bar after rotating 90°.
Elevation:
Potential energy:
Speeds:
Kinetic energy:
Applying Principle of conservation of energy
From the kinematics of figure:
Taking moment about point O,
Now,
Taking horizontal reaction,
Vertical reaction,
Conclusion:
The angular velocity and force exerted on the hands of the gymnast is
(b)
The angular velocity and force exerted on the hands of the gymnast after he has rotated through 180°.
Answer to Problem 17.20P
Explanation of Solution
Given:
Calculation:
Position 3: Directly below the bar after rotating 180°.
Elevation:
Potential energy:
Speeds:
Kinetic energy:
Applying Principle of conservation of energy
From the kinematics of figure:
Taking moment about point O,
Now,
Taking horizontal reaction,
Vertical reaction,
Conclusion:
The angular velocity and force exerted on the hands of the gymnast is
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