Rolling Motion: With and Without Slipping

In summary, the conversation discusses the difference between rolling in a straight line without slipping and with slipping. It also mentions the topic of motion and how it relates to the angular and linear speed of a rolling object. The concept of friction is also brought up and its role in causing a wheel to roll without slipping. Additionally, the conversation mentions the importance of understanding the moment of inertia, as explained in the book "AN INTRODUCTION TO MECHANICS" by Kleppner and Kolenkow.
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what is the different between rolling in a straight line without slipping and with slipping and which topic it take these type of motion
 
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until this moment i don't know about moment of inertia I'm going to second chapter in AN INTRODUCTION TO MECHANICS by Kleppner and Kolenkow
 
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Rolling without slipping means that the point on the wheel where the wheel touches the ground is not moving horizontally at the instant it touches the ground. So, if you had a wheel-shaped stamp roller, it would roll out a pattern on the ground which was just the mirror image of the pattern inscribed on the wheel. If there was slipping, then the images would be smeared or squashed or stretched.

Friction between the ground and wheel will cause a wheel to roll without slipping. Without friction, if you pressed the accelerator in a car, the wheels would spin but the car wouldn't move.
 
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Khashishi said:
Friction between the ground and wheel will cause a wheel to roll without slipping. Without friction, if you pressed the accelerator in a car, the wheels would spin but the car wouldn't move.
If you pressed on the accelerator, the car would no longer be rolling whether there is slipping or not.
 
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FAQ: Rolling Motion: With and Without Slipping

What is rolling motion?

Rolling motion is a type of motion in which an object rotates and moves simultaneously. It is commonly seen in objects such as wheels, balls, and cylinders.

What is the difference between rolling motion with and without slipping?

In rolling motion with slipping, there is friction between the rolling object and the surface it is moving on, causing the object to slip or slide. In rolling motion without slipping, there is no slipping or sliding and the object moves smoothly without friction.

How is rolling motion affected by the shape of the object?

The shape of the object plays a significant role in determining the type of rolling motion. Objects with a round shape, such as a ball, have a smaller contact area with the surface, leading to less friction and smoother rolling motion. Objects with a larger contact area, such as a cylinder, experience more friction and may exhibit a combination of rolling and sliding motion.

Can an object experience rolling motion on any surface?

No, rolling motion can only occur on surfaces that provide enough friction for the object to roll without slipping. Surfaces that are too slippery, such as ice, may cause an object to slide instead of rolling.

How is rolling motion important in everyday life?

Rolling motion has many practical applications in everyday life. It is used in transportation, such as in cars and bicycles, and in sports equipment like balls and wheels. It also plays a crucial role in machinery, such as gears and pulleys, and is essential in the functioning of many mechanical systems.

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