How Do You Solve Basic Physics Problems Using Textbook Formulas?

In summary, the conversation revolved around finding the force exerted by hinges on an object's center of gravity and the equation for vertical motion using initial velocity, acceleration due to gravity, and initial height. The individual was able to figure out the problems with the help of notes and problems from the textbook.
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Nevermind... I was able to figure both problems out with some notes and problems from the textbook. :smile:
 
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1. Can you describe the vertical motion in terms of only the y component of velocity, vy, and time, t?

2. What've you tried?

--J
 
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1. hm? I'm not sure what you mean.

2. Well, I figured that each hinge has to support 14g of weight, which is pretty obvious. Since they're both the same distance from the CG, then I guess I really only need to find the Forces for both one them. I was thinking that the force in the x direction would just be the hinge's distance from CG in the x direction (and same for the verticle force) multiplied by 14g, but I'm not sure.
 
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If I gave you the initial vertical velocity, the acceleration due to gravity, and the initial height, could you tell me where I am as a function of time? Meaning, could you write an equation for y(t) using only these values that I gave you?

--J
 
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And, naturally, I realize it's time for me to run off to class, so if anyone else wants to hop in here for me...

--J
 
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Yeah, I think so... Isn't that just d = Vi x t + 1/2at^2?
 

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