Angular momentum linear momentum

In summary, angular momentum measures an object's rotational motion while linear momentum measures its translational motion. Conservation of angular momentum states that the total angular momentum of a system remains constant, while conservation of linear momentum states that the total linear momentum of a system remains constant. Examples of angular momentum include a spinning top, and examples of linear momentum include a moving car. Angular momentum and torque are closely related, and changing the distance from the axis of rotation affects an object's angular momentum by increasing it.
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Hi all,

If one were to hit a ball with a baseball bat on the far end of the bat, you could say that angular momentum is translated to linear momentum.(bat stops spinning, ball gains momentum).

how do i translate angular momentum to linear momentum?

thanks
 
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Relative to your hands the ball does have angular momentum, additionally unless your muscles exert some external force on the bat it more than likely will continue to rotate.
 

Related to Angular momentum linear momentum

1. What is the difference between angular momentum and linear momentum?

Angular momentum is a measure of an object's rotational motion, while linear momentum is a measure of an object's translational motion. Angular momentum takes into account the object's mass, velocity, and distance from the axis of rotation, while linear momentum only considers the object's mass and velocity.

2. How is the conservation of angular momentum different from the conservation of linear momentum?

The conservation of angular momentum states that the total angular momentum of a system remains constant, even if individual objects within the system may have changes in their angular momentum. On the other hand, the conservation of linear momentum states that the total linear momentum of a system remains constant, with no individual objects having changes in their linear momentum.

3. What are some real-life examples of angular momentum and linear momentum?

An example of angular momentum is a spinning top, where the angular momentum is conserved as long as the top is spinning. An example of linear momentum is a car moving along a straight path, where the car's mass and velocity determine its linear momentum.

4. How is angular momentum related to torque?

Angular momentum and torque are closely related, as torque is the force that causes an object to rotate and thus affects its angular momentum. The greater the torque applied to an object, the more its angular momentum will change.

5. How does changing the distance from the axis of rotation affect an object's angular momentum?

The angular momentum of an object increases as the distance from the axis of rotation increases. This is because the object has a larger rotational velocity and thus a greater moment of inertia, resulting in a higher angular momentum.

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