Displacment equation of a charged particle

In summary, the force on a charged particle attracted to another fixed charged particle on one axis can be calculated using the equation F= (const)(q1*q2)/(r^2). The mass of the particle is assumed to be equal to one and the acceleration is given by a=1/(r^2). The distance between the particles, r, can be simplified as X, the displacement of the charged particle assuming the fixed particle is at (0,0,0). The equation for acceleration becomes a=1/(x^2) where x=velocity*time and velocity=initial velocity+acceleration*time. However, it becomes a loop because X is affected by v, v is affected by a, and a is affected by
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In a case of a charged particle attracted to another fixed chrged particle both on one axis.
force on charged particle will be F= (const)(q1*q2)/(r^2)
for simplification = q1*q2*const =1 , and also mass of particle will be equal to one .
so acceleration = 1/(r^2)
r is distance between 2 particles, Another simplification is to assume r = X which is displacemnt of chrged particle(assuming fixed particle at fixed cordinates of(0,0,0) .
so equation is accelration=1/(x^2)
where x= velocity*time , velocity = initial velocity + acceleration *time.
so how can i get displacement in variable of time ?
Problem is that X is affected by v , v is affected by a , and a is affected by X. so its a loop.
 
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thetrice said:
In a case of a charged particle attracted to another fixed chrged particle both on one axis.
force on charged particle will be F= (const)(q1*q2)/(r^2)
for simplification = q1*q2*const =1 , and also mass of particle will be equal to one .
so acceleration = 1/(r^2) r is distance between 2 particles, Another simplification is to assume r = X which is displacemnt of chrged particle(assuming fixed particle at fixed cordinates of(0,0,0) .
so equation is accelration=1/(x^2)
where x= velocity*time , velocity = initial velocity + acceleration *time.
so how can i get displacement in variable of time ?
Problem is that X is affected by v , v is affected by a , and a is affected by X. so its a loop.

Putting both charges on the x axis...
You need to solve:

[tex]\frac{d^2x}{dt^2} = \frac{1}{x^2}[/tex]
 

FAQ: Displacment equation of a charged particle

What is the displacement equation of a charged particle?

The displacement equation of a charged particle is a mathematical expression that describes the change in position of a charged particle as it moves through an electric or magnetic field.

What factors affect the displacement of a charged particle?

The displacement of a charged particle is affected by the strength of the electric or magnetic field, the charge of the particle, its initial velocity, and the time it spends in the field.

How is the displacement equation derived?

The displacement equation of a charged particle is derived from the Lorentz force equation, which describes the force exerted on a charged particle by an electric or magnetic field. By integrating this equation, we can determine the displacement of the particle.

Can the displacement equation be used for both electric and magnetic fields?

Yes, the displacement equation of a charged particle can be used for both electric and magnetic fields. However, the direction and magnitude of the displacement will depend on the type and strength of the field.

How is the displacement equation useful in scientific research?

The displacement equation of a charged particle is useful in understanding and predicting the behavior of charged particles in various fields. It is used in many areas of research, including particle physics, plasma physics, and astrophysics.

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