Theta Definition and 333 Threads

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    Two velocities, unknown: height, mass, theta HELP

    Homework Statement A block is sent sliding down a ramp. Its speeds at points A and B are 1.85 m/s and 2.60 m/s, respectively. Next, it is again sent sliding down the ramp, but this time its speed at point A is 3.95 m/s. What then is its speed at point B? (point a is logically higher on the...
  2. I

    Finding the Values of (Theta): Solving cos2theta = 1/4

    Homework Statement Find the values of (theta),in the interval 0degree\leq(theta)\leq180,for which cos2theta=1/4.Give your answers correct to the nearest integers. Homework Equations :s The Attempt at a Solution do i just tap them in the calculator or how?
  3. S

    KE of Electrons to give same theta as light in double slit diffraction

    Homework Statement Coherent light is passed through two narrow slits whose separation is d. The second-order bright fringe in the interference pattern is located at an angle of theta. If electrons are used instead of light, what must the kinetic energy of the electrons be if they are to...
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    Sliding on the surface of a rough sphere (ploting theta in excel)

    Homework Statement I have determined the solution to my problem however now the problem asks me to plot theta as the block flies off the sphere when Mu k ranges from 0.0 to 0.5 in increments of 0.05 I don't know a great deal about working with Microsoft Excel. Well I do just not enough to...
  5. S

    Deriving formula to calculate theta for artillery

    I play an online shooter game with artillery that players can use. As best I can tell, the shell exits the artillery at 400m/s, I don't know if that's correct because units aren't listed in the code but it sounds logical. I know the distance to target as well, I only need to know what angle to...
  6. V

    Finding theta angle.should be easy one.

    finding theta angle...should be easy one. Homework Statement if your given theta (as pointed out by the arrow with #1), how do you know the #2 arrow angle is the same?Homework Equations
  7. V

    Finding Speed on Slippery Curves: R, Theta, Mu

    Homework Statement A car rounds a slippery curve. The radius of curvature of the road is R, the banking angle is theta and coefficient of friction is mu. What should be the cars speed in order that there is no frictional force between the car and the road? Homework Equations F=mv^2/r...
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    Exploring Complex Exponentials: \theta = n(tan^{-1}(\frac{b}{a}))

    | a + bi | = \sqrt{(a)^2+(b)^2} \theta = tan^{-1}(\frac{b}{a}) |(a + bi)^n| = (\sqrt{(a)^2+(b)^2})^n \theta = n(tan^{-1}(\frac{b}{a})) (a+bi) = (\sqrt{(a)^2+(b)^2})^n(cos(n(tan^{-1}(\frac{b}{a})) + isin(n(tan^{-1}(\frac{b}{a})))) Why is \theta = n(tan^{-1}(\frac{b}{a}) ? For...
  9. Q

    How Does Theta Affect Particle Speed on an Accelerating Sphere?

    a particle is kept on the top of a smooth sphere of radius r.the sphere is provided an acceleration a which is a constant.find the speed of the particle as a function of theta the angle it slides from the sphere
  10. K

    Exploring the Integration of x^2/sqrt(1-x^2) Using Trigonometric Substitution

    Homework Statement \int^{0}_{1}\frac{x^{2}}{\sqrt{1-x^{2}}} Homework Equations The Attempt at a Solution Let x=sintheta dx=cos theta \int^{0}_{1}\sin^{2} Now I get stuck
  11. G

    Finding the area enclosed by r=3sin theta

    Homework Statement Find the area enclosed inside r=3 sin (theta) Homework Equations integral?The Attempt at a Solution basically, I took \int3sin\Theta from 0 to 2pi, then pulled the 3 out to get 3\int sin\Theta from 0 to 2pi and then 3[-cos(\Theta)] evaluated from 0 to 2pi. that seems...
  12. S

    Circular motion: Finding tension and theta

    Homework Statement Estimate the force a person must exert on a string attached to a 0.200 kg ball to make the ball revolve in a horizontal circle of radius 0.600 m. The ball makes 1.40 revolutions per second. Do not ignore the weight of the ball. In particular, find the magnitude of FT, and the...
  13. G

    Calculating Theta: Solving Sin Theta = 3/8 for 2 Possible Answers

    Okay I need to find theta...Sin theta is equal to 3/8. I just need someone to put this in a calculator for me as I do not have a powerful enough calculator, decimals are fine too, you should be able to find 2 answers from 0 to 2pi. This is a small part in a greater more complicated problem...
  14. T

    Related Rate Problem involving Theta

    Homework Statement A balloon rises at the rate of 8 ft/s from a point on the ground 60 feet from an observer. Find the rate of change of the angle of elevation when the balloon is 25 feet above the ground. Homework Equations n/a The Attempt at a Solution i tried several times and erased...
  15. Q

    What is the equation for making theta the subject in this scenario?

    hi. with It = Io sin^2 x (4 x theta) x sin^2 (pi x dn x p / lambda) what would the equation be for making theta the subject? thanks for your input
  16. K

    Projectile motion. Relationship between R and theta

    As a part of a lab, we were asked to find the theoretical relationship between R (the range of the projectile) and theta (the launch-angle). There is no recorded value for time. equations given are: R(θ)=x=d/dt v0x = v0xt-->R(θ)=v0xt v0x=v0cosθ z=...
  17. H

    Need to determine distance maximizing angle theta.

    Homework Statement A movie screen at the front of a room is 9 feet above the ground and 16 feet tall. Determine the distance X you must sit away from the screen in order to maximize your viewing angle. [ I tried to make the picture :P. I need to find X]...
  18. N

    [Collision with 2 Clay Balls] [Inelastic Collisions] [Help Finding Theta]

    Here's my problem guys, I've been trying to puzzle this out for a while. Would really appreciate any help at all, thanks! Homework Statement A 50.0 g ball of clay traveling east at 5.50 m/s collides and sticks together with a 40.0 g ball of clay traveling north at 6.00 m/s. What is the...
  19. E

    How Do You Calculate the Angle Theta for a Pendulum Near Mt. Everest?

    Homework Statement Estimate the angle theta of the pendulum bob if it is 4.80km from the center of Mt. Everest. The Attempt at a Solution Tan(theta) = (GMeverest/r^2)/g I have been trying to use this formula, but i don't think its the right one?
  20. R

    Rate of Change of theta in ladder to wall.

    Homework Statement A ladder 10 ft long rests against a vertical wall. If the bottom of the ladder slides away from the wall at a rate of 1.3 ft/s, how fast is the angle between the ladder and the ground changing when the bottom of the ladder is 6 ft from the wall? Evaluate your answer...
  21. P

    Banked Curves angle theta on highway

    1. Two curves on a highway have the same radii. However, one is unbanked and the other is banked at an angle theta. A car can safely travel along the unbanked curve at a maximum speed Vo under conditions when the coefficient of static friction between the ties and the road is ms=0.81. The banked...
  22. S

    Finding initial velocity and theta, given range and height

    Homework Statement A stone is thrown down a slope. I am given the Range of the slope and the max height from spot thrown. R= 50m h= 12m Homework Equations I need to determine the magnitude of Vo and inital theta. The Attempt at a Solution First I need to find V_o: I feel that the only...
  23. T

    How to Prepare Geometry Lectures for Mu Alpha Theta Competition?

    I don't know how many of you have heard of Mu Alpha Theta, but for those who haven't, it's a high school and two-year college math competition. -- Shameless plug: Middleton, my high school, won 7th in the nation in July! Go tigers! -- I'm taking Algebra 2 this year, but one of our coaches...
  24. P

    Angle/distance (Theta) moved by a pendulum bob in t seconds.

    Hello. This is not a Physics homework problem, but rather a Programming project. I am asked to model a pendulum using the Java Swing class for graphics, but I'm having a few problems understanding the Physics behind it, and would appreciate a few answers and some guidance. Doing the...
  25. J

    Solve Trig Question: tan(2θ) = cot(φ)

    [SOLVED] Trig Question Homework Statement Let's say I have tan(2\theta) = cot(\phi) I'm not quite sure how to simplify it (I want to solve for theta) I could say tan(2\theta) = 1 / tan(\phi) 2\theta = atan( 1 / tan(\phi) ) but then I'm not sure what to do after that. Do I take the atan of 1...
  26. S

    Calculus Project: Position eq with Theta

    Hey all I am trying to do a calculus project that deals with the flight of an arrow. At first glance I thought I would be using the eq s(t)=-16t^2+VT+S...V being the initial velocity, S initial height, and T for time. I quickly figured out that I needed to have a theta in there some where to...
  27. T

    Finding a value of theta for which a tangent line is horizontal

    Homework Statement Find the smallest positive value for `theta` for which the tangent line to the curve `r = 6 e^(0.4 theta)` is horizontal The Attempt at a Solution I tried to use the (r'sin(theta)+rcos(theta))/(r'cos(theta) - rsin(theta)) formula to get the tangent line, which I got...
  28. R

    Determining T and Theta in a 10kN Pulley System

    http://users.on.net/~rohanlal/Q5.jpg The maximum force of the block, T, must be determined. The 2nd rope that the pulley is attached to has the same maximum tension force as the rope of the pulley which is 10kN. Theta also needs to be determined.
  29. J

    What is the result of Fourier transformation of functional theta function?

    what is the result of Fourier transformation of functional theta [Heaviside] function?
  30. U

    Max height expressed with v, theta, and g

    [SOLVED] max height expressed with v, theta, and g Homework Statement what is the max height of a projectile with velocity v at an angle theta using the conservation of energy? express in terms of v, theta, and g Homework Equations 1/2*m*v^2=mgh The Attempt at a Solution i...
  31. A

    Limiting Value of Theta as n --> ∞

    [SOLVED] Vector Problem Given Suppose a and b are vectors in Vn and theta is the angle between them. If a=<1,1,...,1> and b=<1,2,...,n>, find the limiting value of theta as n-->infinity Relevent equations: a*b = |a|*|b| * cos(theta) or theta = arccos ((a*b)/(|a|*|b|) I know...
  32. C

    How to calculate theta from tantheta

    tan theta = 0.107 Therefore theta = 6.14 degrees How do I come to this conclusion using a calculator? Thanks
  33. P

    Making a graph of acceleration vs. sin of theta

    Should I make acceleration the y-axis and sin of theta the x-axis or the other way around? If this adds to anything, as the sin of theta decreases, the acceleration is also decreasing...
  34. P

    What Is Theta Critical for an Object on an Inclined Plane?

    We have Uk and/or Us and angle of inclination (theta) Are these eq-ns relevant? sin(theta critical)=Us(tan(theta critical))=Us and sin(theta static)/cos(theta static)=Uk(tan(theta static)=Uk How do I even interpret these eq-ns? Exam is tomorrow and I need to know how to find the...
  35. N

    How Do I Derive the Equation for Theta in a Tension Problem?

    I have a conceptual problem i can't seem to understand how to derive an equation for theta. Here is what i have so far Diamgram: L=50m (delta) Y= .20m A bird sits on a wire whos length is = to 50m the bird acts on the wire and (delta) Y= -.20m. Assuming the...
  36. P

    Proving Sin(squared) theta + Cos(squared) theta = 1: Beginner's Guide

    Homework Statement Prove/Show Sin(squared) theta + Cos(squared) theta = 1 I'm new to vectors and am having difficulty solving this, any help would be greatly appreciated. Thanks.
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    Line from origin with elevation theta in polar form?

    Homework Statement I need to get y = mx in polar form. I looked at it logically, and I figured I needed a function f(x) that will resolve 0 when x =/= 0, and will resolve 1 when x = 0. I thought for a while, and then realized that sine sort of does that, and just needs a tweak to do it exactly...
  38. K

    Finding magnitude of maximum angle theta for oscillation

    Homework Statement Suppose at t=0, theta=0 degrees a pendulum swings to the left with angular velocity wo=47.5 rad/s. Find the magnitude of the maximum angle theta for the oscillation. Given w=60.7 rad/s, and wo=47.5 rad/s, where w is angular frequency of the small oscillation. Answer in...
  39. A

    Work Equation: Force, Displacement, and theta Explained

    Okay - This isn't really a homework problem, but i had a question about the work equation, W=Fdcos(theta) Say, for example, you have a block sitting on a surface and there is friction, but we are not talking it into account. There is a force of 10N applied parallel to the displacement...
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    What is the largest theta can be if the tube is in water?

    Homework Statement Light enters a solid 90 degree angled tube made of plastic having an index of refraction of 1.60. The light travels parallel to the upper part of the tube. which is horizontal You want to cut the corner of the tube so that all the light will reflect back into the tube...
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    Calculating 4 Integral: A Tan & Cos Theta Substitution

    Homework Statement how would one calculate 4 \int_0^{\frac{\pi}{2}} \frac{\cos^2 \theta}{(1 + \cos^2 \theta)^2} d \theta ? The Attempt at a Solution someone suggested a u = \tan \theta substitution, but i don't understand why and how this would help me. couldn't i just use u = \cos t?
  42. S

    Solve for Smallest Theta for Slider to Reach A

    Homework Statement k = 40 N/m mass of slider = 200 g EDIT r = 0.3 m Hoop is VERTICAL, undeformed length of the spring is when spring is in position AB, slider NOT attached to spring. Find smallest value for theta such that the slider will pass through D and reach A (see picture). Homework...
  43. S

    Explaining Angular Frequency: \theta, m, R, r & k

    https://www.physicsforums.com/showthread.php?p=846415 Can anyone explain this a little bit more? I found these 2 formulas. \tau=-k \theta How do I relate \theta with m, R, r & k? (In my problem I am not working with numbers, i need to find an expression for angular frequency in terms...
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    Heat equation and Theta, Parts I-III

    I am taking the liberty of collecting mathwonk's "short course" for some followup comments/questions, since this topic is IMHO more interesting than the context in which it first appeared. (Hope this is OK under PF rules!). Part I: Part II: Part III: How annoying, Part IV won't...
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    Solving Theta Problem o_0: Banking Curved Exit Ramp at 20.125 Radians

    Homework Statement An engineer wishes to design a curved exit ramp for a toll road in such a way that a car will not have to rely on friction to round the curve without skidding. She does so by banking the road in such a way that the force causing the centripetal acceleration will be supplied...
  46. N

    Particle moving in x and theta

    How would one derive the hamiltonian for a particle moving in a potential in the x direction whilst also rotating with an angle of theta?? I have tried deriving it the same way as the TISE using the angular momentum operator in 2d space but to no avail basically the particle is moving...
  47. P

    Calculating Theta in a Rotating Symmetric System

    Homework Statement A figure is attached. The symmetric system consists of 4 massless rodes with length 'L',the purple thing is a spring(the spring constant is k),when the system is at rest theta=45 deg. the system starts to rotate with angular speed 'w',the rodes are pushing on the...
  48. M

    How Do You Prove a Sum of Cubes is Theta of n^4 Using Inequalities?

    Hello everyone, have a problem. I'm not allowed to use the books instructions on how to do the problem but instead I must do the following: Prove each statement, assuming n is a variable that takes positive integer values. Ignore the book's instructions for 41. Instead, use the definition of...
  49. M

    Double-Slit sin (2 theta) help?

    I'm in physics I and only in Trig for the first time this year (Jr in HS). I do not remember sin (2 theta) in any previous lessons. I need in help in the following problem using it. In a double-slit experiment with monochromatic light and a screen at a distance of 1.50 , the angle...
  50. C

    Solving for Theta: Understanding the Last Step

    I don't really understand a step in my textbook, and I think it is better that I understand why they are doing it this way instead of just brushing it off and it coming back to haunt me later! The question is : Solve for \Theta, 0\leq\Theta\leq2\pi 2\tan\Theta-2=0 I get the right...
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