Classical Dynamics of Particles and Systems · Problem 7-6

Central-Force Motion — Marion & Thornton

Physics — Mechanics · lagrangian-rolling-hoop-inclined-plane

Problem

A hoop of mass mm and radius RR rolls without slipping down an inclined plane of mass MM, which makes an angle α\alpha with the horizontal. Find the Lagrange equations and the integrals of the motion if the plane can slide without friction along a horizontal surface.

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