20.4 - Solving the Time Equation
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Practice Questions
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What is the form of the time equation derived from the wave equation?
💡 Hint: Recall the general wave equation and how it separates into space and time components.
What do \( A \) and \( B \) represent in the time solution?
💡 Hint: Think about the role of initial position and velocity in defining the wave.
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What does the time equation predict in the context of a rectangular membrane?
💡 Hint: Consider the impact of dynamic loads on the membrane.
Circular frequency is derived from which parameters?
💡 Hint: Refer to the factors affecting wave speed in materials.
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A rectangular membrane has dimensions 4m by 3m with a wave speed of 100 m/s. Calculate the circular frequency for the fundamental mode of vibration.
💡 Hint: Substitute the dimensions into the frequency formula correctly.
For a specific membrane, the initial shape is defined as f(x,y) = sin(\frac{\pi x}{4}) sin(\frac{\pi y}{3}). Determine coefficients A and B using initial velocity g(x,y) = 0.
💡 Hint: Identify the correct integration limits while evaluating the coefficients using Fourier analysis.
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