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Two uniform cylinders, each of weight
(a)
Calculate the distance by which cylinder A is raised before the angular velocity of cylinder B is reduced to
Answer to Problem 17.32P
Cylinder A will be raised by
Explanation of Solution
Given:
Both the cylinders are connected by the belt as shown in the figure.
Weight of cylinders
Radius of cylinders
Angular velocity of the cylinder
Concept used:
Work and energy principle.
Calculation:
Kinetic energy,
At position 1:
At position 2:
Work is done,
h is the rise of the cylinder.
Applying principle of work and energy,
Conclusion:
Thus, the cylinder will raise by
(b)
Calculate the tension in belt where two cylinders are connected.
Answer to Problem 17.32P
Tension in the belt connecting two cylinders is
Explanation of Solution
Given:
Weight of cylinders
Radius of cylinders
Angular velocity of cylinder,
Concept used:
Work and energy conservation principle
Calculation:
We have,
D moves twice the distance than A.
Distance = 2h
Let the tension in cord be Q.
Hence, work done
As per the work and energy principle,
Conclusion:
In this way, by using work and energy principle we can calculate the tension in belt adjoining two cylinders.
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