1.1 - Basis Vectors
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Practice Questions
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What are the three basis vectors in a cylindrical coordinate system?
💡 Hint: Think about the three dimensions represented.
How does e_z behave compared to e_r and e_θ?
💡 Hint: Consider which vector does not change as we rotate.
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Which basis vector remains unchanged regardless of θ?
💡 Hint: Consider which direction is fixed in the coordinate system.
True or False? The basis vectors e_r and e_θ are constant for all points in a cylindrical coordinate system.
💡 Hint: Recall that they depend on the angle of rotation.
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Challenge Problems
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Consider a cylindrical object being rotated at constant angular velocity. Analyze how the basis vectors affect the tangential and radial forces acting on the surface.
💡 Hint: Think about how forces apply differently across the directions of e_r and e_θ.
Evaluate the stress transformations occurring within a cylindrical element subjected to internal pressure. Explain how basis vectors influence stress distribution.
💡 Hint: Map out the stresses concerning each basis vector to grasp the interactions clearly.
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