Classical Dynamics of Particles and Systems · Problem 9-16

Motion in a Noninertial Reference Frame — Marion & Thornton

Physics — Mechanics · falling-chain

Problem

For the energy-conserving case of the falling chain in Example 9.2, show that the tension on either side of the bottom bend is equal and has the value ρx˙2/4\rho \dot{x}^2/4.

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