6 - Coriolis Component of Acceleration
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What is the formula for calculating the Coriolis component of acceleration?
💡 Hint: Think about the factors involved when a point is sliding on a rotating object.
Name one application of the Coriolis component.
💡 Hint: Consider where sliding and rotation happen together.
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What does the Coriolis component of acceleration depend on?
💡 Hint: Consider the formula you learned about!
True or False: The Coriolis effect is ignored in most mechanical systems.
💡 Hint: Think about when we need to consider this component.
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In a machine with a rotating arm, the arm's angular velocity is 4 rad/s. A point on the edge of the arm slides with a relative velocity of 3 m/s. Calculate the Coriolis acceleration and discuss how this could affect the machine's operation.
💡 Hint: Use the formula carefully and think about the implications of high acceleration in the design.
A slotted arm mechanism operates at an angular velocity of 5 rad/s. If a slider on this arm suddenly increases its relative velocity to 5 m/s, calculate the Coriolis component and theorize how this change might impact performance.
💡 Hint: Ensure you use the formula for acceleration correctly and consider the mechanical consequences.
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