Problem 14-1

A woman having a mass M stands in an elevator which has a downward acceleration a

starting from rest. Determine the work done by her weight and the work of the normal
force which the floor exerts on her when the elevator descends a distance s. Explain why
the work of these forces is different.
3
Units Used: kJ = 10 J

m m
Given: M = 70 kg g = 9.81 a = 4 s = 6m
2 2
s s

Solution:

M g − Np = M a Np = M g − M a Np = 406.7 N

UW = M g s UW = 4.12 kJ

UNP = −s Np
UNP = −2.44 kJ

The difference accounts for a change in kinetic energy.

Problem 14-2

The crate of weight W has a velocity vA

when it is at A. Determine its velocity after
it slides down the plane to s = s'. The
coefficient of kinetic friction between the
crate and the plane is μk.

Given:
W = 100 N a = 3

m b = 4
vA = 4
s

s' = 2 m

μ k = 0.2

Solution:

θ = atan ⎛⎜ ⎟⎞ NC = W cos ( θ )
a
F = μ k NC
⎝ b⎠
m
Guess v' = 1
s

1⎛ W⎞ 2 1⎛ W⎞ 2
Given ⎜ ⎟ vA + W sin ( θ ) s' − F s' = ⎜ ⎟ v' v' = Find ( v' )
2⎝ g ⎠ 2⎝ g ⎠

m
v' = 5.77
s
Problem 14-3

The crate of mass M is subjected to a force having a constant direction and a magnitude
F, where s is measured in meters. When s = s1, the crate is moving to the right with a
speed v1. Determine its speed when s = s2. The coefficient of kinetic friction between the
crate and the ground is μk.

Given:

M = 20 kg F = 100 N

s1 = 4 m θ = 30 deg

m
v1 = 8 a = 1
s
−1
s2 = 25 m b = 1m

μ k = 0.25

Solution:
Equation of motion: Since the crate slides, the
friction force developed between the crate and its
contact surface is F f = μ kN

N + F sin ( θ ) − M g = 0 N = M g − F sin ( θ )

Principle of work and Energy: The horizontal component of force F which acts in the
direction of displacement does positive work, whereas the friction force
F f = μ k( M g − F sin ( θ ) ) does negative work since it acts in the opposite direction to that of
displacement. The normal reaction N, the vertical component of force F and the weight of
the crate do not displace hence do no work.

F cos ( θ ) − μ k N = M a

F cos ( θ ) − μ k( M g − F sin ( θ ) ) = M a

F cos ( θ ) − μ k( M g − F sin ( θ ) ) m
a = a = 2.503
M 2
s
dv 2 2
=a v1
+ a( s2 − s1)
v v
ds =
2 2

⎡v12 ⎤
⎢ + a( s2 − s1)⎥ m
v = 2 v = 13.006
⎣2 ⎦ s
*Problem 14-4

The “air spring” A is used to protect the support structure B and prevent damage to the
conveyor-belt tensioning weight C in the event of a belt failure D. The force developed by the
spring as a function of its deflection is shown by the graph. If the weight is W and it is suspended
a height d above the top of the spring, determine the maximum deformation of the spring in the
event the conveyor belt fails. Neglect the mass of the pulley and belt.

Given:

W = 500 N

d = 0.3 m

N
k = 2000000
2
m

Solution:

δ
⌠
0 + W ( d + δ ) − ⎮ k x dx = 0
2
T1 + U = T2
⌡0

Guess δ = 1in

⎛δ
3⎞
Given W( d + δ ) − k⎜ ⎟ =0 δ = Find ( δ ) δ = 65 mm
⎝3⎠
Problem 14-5

A car is equipped with a bumper B designed to absorb collisions. The bumper is mounted to
the car using pieces of flexible tubing T. Upon collision with a rigid barrier at A, a constant
horizontal force F is developed which causes a car deceleration kg (the highest safe
deceleration for a passenger without a seatbelt). If the car and passenger have a total mass
M and the car is initially coasting with a speed v, determine the magnitude of F needed to
stop the car and the deformation x of the bumper tubing.

Units Used:
3
Mm = 10 kg

3
kN = 10 N

Given:
3
M = 1.5 10 kg

m
v = 1.5
s

k = 3

Solution:

The average force needed to decelerate the car is

F avg = M k g F avg = 44.1 kN

The deformation is
T1 + U12 = T2

1 2
M v − F avg x = 0
2

1 ⎛ v2 ⎞
x = M ⎜ ⎟ x = 38.2 mm
2 ⎝ Favg ⎠
Problem 14-6

The crate of mass M is subjected to forces F 1 and F2, as shown. If it is originally at rest,
determine the distance it slides in order to attain a speed v. The coefficient of kinetic friction
between the crate and the surface is μk.

Units Used:
3
kN = 10 N

Given:
m
M = 100 kg v = 6
s
F 1 = 800 N
μ k = 0.2
F 2 = 1.5 kN m
g = 9.81
θ 1 = 30 deg s
2

θ 2 = 20 deg

Solution:

NC − F1 sin ( θ 1) − M g + F 2 sin ( θ 2) = 0

NC = F 1 sin ( θ 1) + M g − F2 sin ( θ 2) NC = 867.97 N

T1 + U12 = T2

F 1 cos ( θ 1) s − μ k Nc s + F2 cos ( θ 2) s =
1 2
Mv
2
2
Mv
s = s = 0.933 m
2( F 1 cos ( θ 1) − μ k NC + F 2 cos ( θ 2) )
Problem 14-7

Design considerations for the bumper B on the train car of mass M require use of a nonlinear
spring having the load-deflection characteristics shown in the graph. Select the proper value of k
so that the maximum deflection of the spring is limited to a distance d when the car, traveling at
speed v, strikes the rigid stop. Neglect the mass of the car wheels.

Units used:
3
Mg = 10 kg

3
kN = 10 N

3
MN = 10 kN

Given:

M = 5 Mg

d = 0.2 m

m
v = 4
s

Solution:

d 3 2
1 2 ⌠ 2 1 2 kd 3M v MN
M v − ⎮ k x dx = 0 Mv − =0 k = k = 15.00
2 ⌡0 2 3 3 2
2d m
*Problem 14-8

Determine the required height h of the roller coaster so that when it is essentially at rest at
the crest of the hill it will reach a speed v when it comes to the bottom. Also, what should
be the minimum radius of curvature ρ for the track at B so that the passengers do not
experience a normal force greater than kmg? Neglect the size of the car and passengers.

Given:
km
v = 100
hr

k = 4

Solution:

T1 + U12 = T2

1 2
mgh = mv
2
2
1 v
h =
2 g

h = 39.3 m

2
mv
kmg − mg =
ρ

2
v
ρ =
g( k − 1)

ρ = 26.2 m
Problem 14-9

When the driver applies the brakes of a light truck traveling at speed v1 it skids a distance d1
before stopping. How far will the truck skid if it is traveling at speed v2 when the brakes are
applied?

Given:
km
v1 = 40
hr

d1 = 3 m

km
v2 = 80
hr

Solution:
2
1 2 v1
M v1 − μ k M g d1 = 0 μk = μ k = 2.10
2 2g d1

1 2 2
M v2 − μ k M g d2 = 0 v2
2 d2 = d2 = 12.00 m
2μ k g
Problem 14-10

The ball of mass M of negligible size is fired up the vertical circular track using the spring plunger.
The plunger keeps the spring compressed a distance δ when x = 0 . Determine how far x it must
be pulled back and released so that the ball will begin to leave the track when θ = θ1.

Given:

M = 0.5 kg

δ = 0.08 m

θ 1 = 135 deg

r = 1.5 m

N
k = 500
m

m
g = 9.81
2
s

Solution: N=0 θ = θ1
⎛ v2 ⎞
N − M g cos ( θ ) = M⎜ −g r cos ( θ )
m
Σ F n = m an ⎟ v = v = 3.23
⎝ r⎠ s

Guess x = 10mm

δ
⌠
−k x dx − M g r( 1 − cos ( θ ) ) = M v
1 2
Given ⎮ x = Find ( x) x = 178.9 mm
⌡x+ δ 2
Problem 14-11

The force F , acting in a constant direction on the block of mass M, has a magnitude which
varies with the position x of the block. Determine how far the block slides before its velocity
becomes v1. When x = 0, the block is moving to the right at speed v0 . The coefficient of kinetic
friction between the block and surface is μk..

Given:

M = 20 kg c = 3

m
v1 = 5 d = 4
s
m N
v0 = 2 k = 50
s 2
m

m
μ k = 0.3 g = 9.81
2
s

Solution:

NB − M g −
⎛ c ⎞ 2 ⎛ c ⎞ 2
⎜ 2 2 ⎟k x = 0 NB = M g + ⎜ 2 2 ⎟k x
⎝ c +d ⎠ ⎝ c +d ⎠

Guess δ = 2m

Given

δ δ
⌠
1 2 ⎛ d ⎞⌠ 2 ⎛ c ⎞ k x2 dx = 1 M v 2
M v0 + ⎜ 2 2 ⎟⌡⎮ − μ δ − μ k⎮ ⎜
2⎟
k x d x k M g 1
2 ⎮ 2 2
⎝ c +d ⎠ 0 ⌡ ⎝ c +d ⎠
0

δ = Find ( δ ) δ = 3.41 m
*Problem 14-12

The force F , acting in a constant direction on the block of mass M, has a magnitude which
varies with position x of the block. Determine the speed of the block after it slides a distance d1
. When x = 0, the block is moving to the right at v0 .The coefficient of kinetic friction between
the block and surface is μk.

Given:

M = 20 kg c = 3

d1 = 3 m d = 4

m N
v0 = 2 k = 50
s 2
m

m
μ k = 0.3 g = 9.81
2
s

Solution:

NB − M g −
⎛ c ⎞ 2 ⎛ c ⎞ 2
⎜ 2 2 ⎟k x = 0 NB = M g + ⎜ 2 2 ⎟k x
⎝ c +d ⎠ ⎝ c +d ⎠
m
Guess v1 = 2
s

Given
d1 d1
1 2 ⎛ d ⎞⌠ 2 ⌠ ⎛ c ⎞ 2 1 2
M v0 + ⎜ 2 2 ⎟⌡ ⎮ k x d x − μ k M g d1 − μ k ⎮ ⎜ 2 2 ⎟ k x dx = 2 M v1
2 ⎮
⎝ c + d ⎠ 0
⌡ ⎝ c +d ⎠
0

v1 = Find ( v1)
m
v1 = 3.77
s
Problem 14-13

As indicated by the derivation, the principle of work and energy is valid for observers in any
inertial reference frame. Show that this is so by considering the block of mass M which rests
on the smooth surface and is subjected to horizontal force F . If observer A is in a fixed
frame x, determine the final speed of the block if it has an initial speed of v0 and travels a
distance d, both directed to the right and measured from the fixed frame. Compare the result
with that obtained by an observer B, attached to the x' axis and moving at a constant velocity
of vB relative to A. Hint: The distance the block travels will first have to be computed for
observer B before applying the principle of work and energy.

Given:
M = 10 kg

F = 6N
m
v0 = 5
s

d = 10 m
m
vB = 2
s
m
g = 9.81
2
s

Solution:

Observer A:

1 2 1 2 2 2F d m
M v0 + F d = M v2 v2 = v0 + v2 = 6.08
2 2 M s

F m
F = Ma a = a = 0.60 Guess t = 1s
M 2
s

1 2
Given d = 0 + v0 t + at t = Find ( t) t = 1.80 s
2

Observer B:

d' = ( v0 − vB) t +
1 2 The distance that the block moves as seen by
at d' = 6.39 m
2 observer B.

M ( v0 − vB) + F d' = M v'2 (v0 − vB)2 +

1 2 1 2 2F d' m
v'2 = v'2 = 4.08
2 2 M s

Notice that v2 = v'2 + vB

Problem 14-14

Determine the velocity of the block A of weight WA if the two blocks are released from rest
and the block B of weight WB moves a distance d up the incline. The coefficient of kinetic
friction between both blocks and the inclined planes is μk.
Given:

WA = 300 N

WB = 200 N

θ 1 = 60 deg

θ 2 = 30 deg

d = 1m

μ k = 0.10

Solution:

L = 2sA + sB

0 = 2vA + vB

Guesses
m m
vA = 1 vB = −1
s s

Given

0 = 2vA + vB

WA⎜
⎝ 2⎠
⎟ 1 B 2 k A 1
2
(
⎛ d ⎞ sin ( θ ) − W d sin ( θ ) − μ W cos ( θ ) d ... = 1 W v 2 + W v 2
2g
A A B B )
+ −μ k WB cos ( θ 2) d

⎛ vA ⎞
⎜ ⎟ = Find ( vA , vB)
⎝ vB ⎠
ft m
vB = −1.975 vA = 0.30
s s
Problem 14-15

Block A has weight WA and block B has weight

WB. Determine the speed of block A after it moves
a distance d down the plane, starting from rest.
Neglect friction and the mass of the cord and
pulleys.

Given :

WA = 600 N e = 3

WB = 100 N f = 4

m
d = 1m g = 9.81
2
s
Solution:

L = 2sA + sB 0 = 2Δ sA + ΔsB 0 = 2vA + vB

0 + WA⎜
⎛ e ⎞ d − W 2d = 1 ⎛⎜ WA ⎟⎞ v 2 + 1 ⎛⎜ WB ⎟⎞ ( 2v ) 2
2⎟
B A A
2 2⎝ g ⎠ 2⎝ g ⎠
⎝ e + f ⎠

2g d ⎛ e ⎞ m
vA = − 2WB⎟ vA = 1.77
WA + 4WB ⎜
WA
2 2 s
⎝ e + f ⎠
*Problem 14-16

The block A of weight WA rests on a

surface for which the coefficient of kinetic
friction is μk. Determine the distance the
cylinder B of weight WB must descend so
that A has a speed vA starting from rest.

Given:
μ k = 0.3
WA = 20 N
m
WB = 50 N vA = 2
s

Solution:

L = sA + 2sB

Guesses d = 1m

Given

1 ⎢
⎡ ⎛ vA ⎞
2⎤
WB d − μ k WA2d =
2
WA vA + WB ⎜ ⎟ ⎥
2g ⎣ ⎝2⎠ ⎦

d = Find ( d) d = 0.174 m
Problem 14-17

The block of weight W slides down the inclined plane for which the coefficient of kinetic
friction is μk. If it is moving at speed v when it reaches point A, determine the maximum
deformation of the spring needed to momentarily arrest the motion.
Given:
W = 500 N a = 3m

m b = 4m
v = 3
s
d = 3m
N
k = 3600 μ k = 0.25
m

Solution:

N =
⎛ b ⎞ N = 400 N
⎜ 2 2 ⎟W
⎝ a +b ⎠

Initial Guess dmax = 1 m

Given

1⎛ W⎞ 2 ⎛ ⎞=0
⎜ ⎟ v − μ k N( d + dmax) − k dmax + W( d + dmax) ⎜
1 2 a
2⎝ g ⎠ 2 2 2⎟
⎝ a +b ⎠
dmax = Find ( dmax)

dmax = 0.737 m
Problem 14-18

The collar has mass M and rests on the smooth rod. Two springs are attached to it and the
ends of the rod as shown. Each spring has an uncompressed length l. If the collar is
displaced a distance s = s' and released from rest, determine its velocity at the instant it
returns to the point s = 0.

Given:
M = 20 kg N
k = 50
m
s' = 0.5 m
N
k' = 100
l = 1m m

d = 0.25 m

Solution:

1 2 1 2 1 2
k s' + k' s' = M vc
2 2 2
k + k'
vc = ⋅ s'
M
m
vc = 1.37
s
Problem 14-19

The block of mass M is subjected to a force having a constant direction and a magnitude F =
k/(a+bx). When x = x1, the block is moving to the left with a speed v1. Determine its speed
when x = x2. The coefficient of kinetic friction between the block and the ground is μk .
Given:
−1 m
M = 2 kg b = 1m x2 = 12 m g = 9.81
2
s
k = 300 N x1 = 4 m θ = 30 deg

m
a = 1 v1 = 8 μ k = 0.25
s

Solution:

⎛ k ⎞ sin ( θ ) = 0 k sin ( θ )
NB − M g − ⎜ ⎟ NB = M g +
⎝ a + b x⎠ a + bx

x2 x2
⌠ k cos ( θ ) ⌠ k sin ( θ )
U = ⎮ dx − μ k ⎮ Mg + dx U = 173.18 N m
⎮ a + bx ⎮ a + bx
⌡x ⌡x
1 1

1 2 1 2 2 2U m
M v1 + U = M v2 v2 = v1 + v2 = 15.40
2 2 M s
*Problem 14-20

The motion of a truck is arrested using a bed of loose stones AB and a set of crash barrels BC.
If experiments show that the stones provide a rolling resistance F t per wheel and the crash
barrels provide a resistance as shown in the graph, determine the distance x the truck of weight
W penetrates the barrels if the truck is coasting at speed v0 when it approaches A. Neglect the
size of the truck.

Given:

F t = 800 N

W = 22.5 kN
m
v0 = 12
s

d = 10 m

N
k = 1250000
3
m

m
g = 9.81
2
s

Solution:
1
4
1⎛ W⎞ 2
4 ⎛ 2W v02 16Ft d ⎞
x = ⎜ ⎟
x
⎜ ⎟ v0 − 4Ft d − k = 0 − x = 0.808 m
2⎝ g ⎠ 4 ⎝ kg k ⎠
Problem 14-21

The crash cushion for a highway barrier consists of a nest of barrels filled with an
impact-absorbing material. The barrier stopping force is measured versus the vehicle
penetration into the barrier. Determine the distance a car having weight W will penetrate the
barrier if it is originally traveling at speed v0 when it strikes the first barrel.

Units Used:
3
kN = 10 N

Given:

W = 20 kN

m
v0 = 11
s
m
g = 9.81
2
s

Solution:

1⎛ W⎞ 2
⎜ ⎟ v0 − Area = 0
2⎝ g ⎠

1⎛ W⎞ 2
Area = ⎜ ⎟ v0 Area = 123.34 kN m We must produce this much work with
2⎝ g ⎠ the barrels.

Assume that 1m < x < 3 m

Area = ( 0.4 m) ( 45 kN) + ( 0.6 m) ( 90 kN) + ( x − 1 m) ( 135 kN)

Area − 72 kN m
x = +1m x = 1.380 m Check that the assumption is corrrect!
135 kN
Problem 14-22

The collar has a mass M and is supported on the rod having a coefficient of kinetic friction
μk. The attached spring has an unstretched length l and a stiffness k. Determine the speed
of the collar after the applied force F causes it to be displaced a distance s = s1 from point
A. When s = 0 the collar is held at rest.

Given:
M = 30 kg μ k = 0.4

a = 0.5 m
θ = 45 deg
F = 200 N
s1 = 1.5 m
l = 0.2 m
m
N g = 9.81
k = 50 2
s
m

Solution:
m
Guesses NC = 1 N v = 1
s

Given

NC − M g + F sin ( θ ) = 0

F cos ( θ ) s1 − μ k NC s1 + k ( a − l) − k ( s1 + a − l) = M v
1 2 1 2 1 2
2 2 2

⎛ NC ⎞
⎜ ⎟ = Find ( NC , v)
m
NC = 152.9 N v = 1.666
⎝ v ⎠ s
Problem 14-23

The block of weight W is released from rest at A and slides down the smooth circular
surface AB. It then continues to slide along the horizontal rough surface until it strikes the
spring. Determine how far it compresses the spring before stopping.
Given:
W = 25 N
a = 0.9 m
b = 0.6 m
N
k = 660
m

μ k = 0.2

θ = 90 deg

Solution:

Guess d = 1m

Given

1 2
W a − μ k W ( b + d) − kd = 0
2

d = Find ( d) d = 0.236 m
*Problem 14-24

The block has a mass M and moves within the smooth vertical slot. If it starts from rest
when the attached spring is in the unstretched position at A, determine the constant vertical
force F which must be applied to the cord so that the block attains a speed vB when it
reaches sB. Neglect the size and mass of the pulley. Hint: The work of F can be
determined by finding the difference Δl in cord lengths AC and BC and using UF = F Δl.

Given:
M = 0.8 kg l = 0.4 m

m b = 0.3 m
vB = 2.5
s N
k = 100
sB = 0.15 m m

Solution:

Δl =
2
l +b −
2
(l − sB)2 + b2

Guess F = 1N

Given

1 2 1 2
F Δl − M g sB − k sB = M vB
2 2

F = Find ( F) F = 43.9 N
Problem 14-25

The collar has a mass M and is moving at speed v1 when x = 0 and a force of F is applied
to it. The direction θ of this force varies such that θ = ax, where θ is clockwise, measured
in degrees. Determine the speed of the collar when x = x1. The coefficient of kinetic friction
between the collar and the rod is μk.

Given:
m
M = 5 kg v1 = 8
s
F = 60 N m
g = 9.81
μ k = 0.3 2
s

deg
x1 = 3 m a = 10
m
Solution:

N = F sin ( θ ) + M g

Guess

m
v = 5
s

Given

x1 x1
1 2 ⌠ ⌠ 1 2
M v1 + ⎮ F cos ( a x) dx − μ k ⎮ F sin ( a x) + M g dx = M v
2 ⌡0 ⌡0 2

m
v = Find ( v) v = 10.47
s
Problem 14-26

Cylinder A has weight WA and block B has weight WB. Determine the distance A must descend
from rest before it obtains speed vA. Also, what is the tension in the cord supporting block A?
Neglect the mass of the cord and pulleys.

Given:

m
WA = 600 N vA = 2
s
m
WB = 100 N g = 9.81
2
s

Solution:

L = 2sA + sB 0 = 2vA + vB

System

1 ⎛ WA ⎞ 2 1 ⎛ WB ⎞
⎜ ⎟ vA + ⎜ ⎟ ( 2vA)
2
0 + WA d − WB2d =
2⎝ g ⎠ 2⎝ g ⎠

⎛ WA + 4WB ⎞ 2
⎜ ⎟ vA
d =
⎝ 2g ⎠ d = 0.510 m
WA − 2WB

Block A alone
2
1 ⎛ WA ⎞ 2 WA vA
0 + WA d − T d = ⎜ ⎟ vA T = WA − T = 360 N
2⎝ g ⎠ 2g d
Problem 14-27

The conveyor belt delivers crate each of mass M to the ramp at A such that the crate’s
velocity is vA, directed down along the ramp. If the coefficient of kinetic friction between
each crate and the ramp is μk. determine the speed at which each crate slides off the ramp
at B. Assume that no tipping occurs.
Given:
M = 12 kg

m
vA = 2.5
s

μ k = 0.3

m
g = 9.81
2
s
θ = 30 deg

a = 3m

Solution:

Nc = M g cos ( θ )

M vA + ( M g a)sin ( θ ) − μ k Nc a = M vB
1 2 1 2
2 2

vA + ( 2g a)sin ( θ ) − ( 2μ k g) cos ( θ ) a
2
vB =

m
vB = 4.52
s
*Problem 14-28

When the skier of weight W is at point A he has a speed vA. Determine his speed when he
reaches point B on the smooth slope. For this distance the slope follows the cosine curve
shown. Also, what is the normal force on his skis at B and his rate of increase in speed?
Neglect friction and air resistance.

Given:

W = 750 N

m
vA = 1.5
s

a = 50 m

b = 100 m

d = 35 m

Solution:

(1 + y' ( x) 2)
3
⎛ x⎞
y ( x) = ( a)cos ⎜ π ⎟ y' ( x) =
d
y ( x) y'' ( x) =
d
y' ( x) ρ ( x) =
⎝ b⎠ dx dx y'' ( x)

θ B = atan ( y' ( d) ) ρ B = ρ ( d)

m m
Guesses FN = 1 N v' = 1 vB = 1
2 s
s

1⎛ W⎞ 2 1⎛ W⎞ 2
Given ⎜ ⎟ vA + W( y ( 0 ft) − y ( d) ) = ⎜ ⎟ vB
2⎝ g ⎠ 2⎝ g ⎠

2
F N − W cos ( θ B)
⎛ W ⎞ vB
=⎜ ⎟ −W sin ( θ B) =
⎛ W ⎞ v'
⎜ ⎟
⎝ g ⎠ ρB ⎝g⎠

⎛ vB ⎞
⎜ ⎟
⎜ FN ⎟ = Find ( vB , FN , v' )
m m
vB = 23.2 F N = 255 N v' = 8.0
s 2
⎜ v' ⎟ s
⎝ ⎠
Problem 14-29

When the block A of weight W1 is released from rest it lifts the two weights B and C each
of weight W2. Determine the maximum distance A will fall before its motion is momentarily
stopped. Neglect the weight of the cord and the size of the pulleys.

Given:
W1 = 60 N

W2 = 75 N

a = 2m

Solution:

Guess y = 1m

Given W1 y − 2W2 ( 2 2
a +y −a =0) y = Find ( y) y = 1.905 m
Problem 14-30

The catapulting mechanism is used to propel slider A of mass M to the right along the smooth
track. The propelling action is obtained by drawing the pulley attached to rod BC rapidly to the
left by means of a piston P. If the piston applies constant force F to rod BC such that it moves it
a distance d, determine the speed attained by the slider if it was originally at rest. Neglect the
mass of the pulleys, cable, piston, and rod BC.

Units Used:
3
kN = 10 N

Given:

M = 10 kg

F = 20 kN

d = 0.2 m

Solution:

1 2 2F d m
0 + Fd = Mv v = v = 28.28
2 M s
Problem 14-31

The collar has mass M and slides along the smooth rod. Two springs are attached to it and the
ends of the rod as shown. If each spring has an uncompressed length L and the collar has speed
v0 when s = 0, determine the maximum compression of each spring due to the back-and-forth
(oscillating) motion of the collar.

Given:

M = 20 kg

L = 1m

a = 0.25 m
m
v0 = 2
s
N
kA = 50
m
N
kB = 100
m

Solution:

M v0 − ( kA + kB) d = 0
1 2 1 2 M
d = v0 d = 0.73 m
2 2 kA + kB
*Problem 14-32

The cyclist travels to point A, pedaling until he reaches speed vA. He then coasts freely up the
curved surface. Determine the normal force he exerts on the surface when he reaches point
B. The total mass of the bike and man is M. Neglect friction, the mass of the wheels, and the
size of the bicycle.
Units Used:
3
kN = 10 N

Given:
m
vA = 8
s

M = 75 kg

a = 4m

Solution:

a
When y=x 2 y= a y = y = 1.00 m
4

1 2 1 2 2 m
M vA − M g y = M vB vB = vA − 2 g y vB = 6.66
2 2 s

1 1
Now find the radius of curvature x+ y= a dx + dy = 0
2 x 2 y

d
y−x y
y dx x 1
y' = − y'' = When y=x y' = −1 y'' =
x 2 y y
2x

(1 + y' 2)
3

Thus ρ = ρ = 8y ρ = 2.83 m
y''

⎛ vB2 ⎞ ⎛ vB2 ⎞
NB − M g cos ( 45 deg) = M⎜ ⎟ NB = M g cos ( 45 deg) + M ⎜ ⎟ NB = 1.70 kN
⎝ ρ ⎠ ⎝ ρ ⎠