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I see what you meant.jbriggs444 said:
I see what you meant.jbriggs444 said:How are you going to manage infinite acceleration with a material with a finite strength to mass ratio?
An oscillating mass refers to a physical system that undergoes repeated back-and-forth or up-and-down movements around a fixed point due to the influence of a restoring force.
An oscillating mass works by converting potential energy into kinetic energy and vice versa. The mass is pulled away from its equilibrium position by a force, and then the restoring force brings it back towards equilibrium. This back-and-forth motion continues until the energy is dissipated or the force is removed.
The oscillation of a mass is affected by several factors, including the mass of the object, the strength of the restoring force, and the initial displacement from equilibrium. Other factors such as air resistance and friction can also impact the oscillation.
In theory, an oscillating mass can reach its equilibrium point if there is no energy loss to external factors. However, in real-world situations, energy is always lost due to factors such as friction and air resistance, so the mass will never reach its exact equilibrium point.
Some common examples of oscillating mass include a pendulum, a spring-mass system, and a swing. Other examples include the motion of a diving board, a tuning fork, and a vibrating guitar string.