The mass of a particle is 2 kg and its velocity is given by V1 = 2i-10tj m/s, with time in t and s. The 3 kg particle is moving with a constant velocity of V2 = 4i m/s. Find (a) the velocity of the center of mass, (b) the acceleration of the center of mass, and (c) the total momentum of the system in unit Yectors.

The mass of a particle is 2 kg and its velocity is given by V1 = 2i-10tj m/s, with time in t and s. The 3 kg particle is moving with a constant velocity of V2 = 4i m/s. Find (a) the velocity of the center of mass, (b) the acceleration of the center of mass, and (c) the total momentum of the system in unit Yectors.

Classical Dynamics of Particles and Systems

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Author:Stephen T. Thornton, Jerry B. Marion

Publisher:Stephen T. Thornton, Jerry B. Marion

Chapter9: Dynamics Of A System Of Particles

Section: Chapter Questions

Problem 9.35P

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