Swing Physics: How Does It Work? - Physics Forums
Jun 5, 2012 · Starting from a rest position, if you lean forward or backwards while holding the chains or ropes that support the swing, the center of mass initially doesn't move, but the …
How Is Tension Calculated in Tarzan's Rope Swing? - Physics Forums
Jan 6, 2008 · From the top of the cliff to the bottom of the swing, he descends 3.2 m. How much work is done by the rope during Tarzan's swing? You would probably use the equation U = …
Constant, Horizontal Force on Swing - Physics Forums
Dec 19, 2012 · Part (b) This is the part I have the most trouble with. When I graph y = 2sinθ(0) and y = 1-cosθ(0) because these graphs resemble, by a constant factor, the work equations …
Does a person standing up on a swing in oscillatory motion do …
Apr 9, 2023 · The piston is driven one way and the cylinder the other. The total kinetic energy of the assembly has increased. "real work" has been done. The force of the [negligibly massive] …
Work Energy Theorem problem: Dealing with Gravitational Force …
Apr 2, 2012 · By repeatedly bending at the waist, he is able to get the rope in motion, eventually getting it to swing enough that he can reach a ledge when the rope makes a 60.0 degree …
How Does Tension Affect Work in a Pendulum Swing? - Physics …
Jan 27, 2007 · The work done is equal to the magnitude of the tension force multiplied by the displacement multiplied by the cosine of the angle between them. This means that if the angle …
Potential and Kinetic Energy on a swing as well as Tension in the …
Mar 20, 2014 · Use a bit of trigonometry :). Remember that the mom pulls the swing back 41 degrees). For the kinetic energy at the bottom you're on the right track- you just used an …
Tension During Swing of Pendulum - Physics Forums
Nov 26, 2008 · Using the above equation, the tension should be greatest at the bottom of the swing (v reaches it's maximum) and a minimum at +/- theta_0 when v = 0. Therefore: A. T is …
Where is the best place to push a kid on a swing? - Physics Forums
Feb 19, 2015 · The work done by a force can also change depending on your choice of reference frame. But that is somewhat unsatisfying. It feels like there is something missing. And there is. …
Solve Work-Energy Theorem Problems with Expert Help - Physics …
Mar 16, 2012 · It is on the Work-Energy theorem. I would really appreciate it if you could help. :D Kinetic Energy = 1/2 mv^2 Potential Energy = mgh Work = Fd KE(initial) + PE(initial) = …