Solve Rotational Motion: Show Tension = 1/3 Disk Weight

In summary, the conversation discusses finding the tension in a string attached to a fixed rod and a uniform disk with radius R and mass M. The speaker has calculated the tension to be 1/2 the weight of the disk, but is unsure if their method is correct. The link provided for a diagram is inaccessible.
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I have a diagram for this at http://snipurl.com/diagr

There is a uniform disk with radius R, mass M, it has a string wrapped around it and is attached to a fixed rod.
Part 1: Show the tension in the string is 1/3 the weight of the disk

what i have done for this is

[tex] Torque=Fd [/tex]
and setting the force equal to Tension
[tex] Torque=TR [/tex]
then [tex] \sum Torque=I\frac{a}{R}[/tex] and i used [tex]I=\frac{1}{2}MR^2[/tex]for the moment of inertia

Then [tex] TR=\frac{1}{2}MRa[/tex]
[tex]T=\frac{1}{2}Ma[/tex]
and then acceleration is just g, so i get the tension equals 1/2 the weight. where have i gone wrong?
 
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FAQ: Solve Rotational Motion: Show Tension = 1/3 Disk Weight

What is rotational motion?

Rotational motion is the movement of an object around an axis or center point. This can be seen in objects such as wheels, gears, and planets revolving around the sun.

How does tension affect rotational motion?

Tension is a force that is applied to an object in order to keep it in a state of equilibrium. In rotational motion, tension can affect the speed and direction of the object's rotation.

What is the formula for calculating tension in rotational motion?

The formula for calculating tension in rotational motion is T = (1/3) x m x r x a, where T is the tension, m is the mass of the object, r is the radius of rotation, and a is the acceleration of the object.

Why is tension equal to 1/3 of the disk weight in rotational motion?

In rotational motion, the tension is equal to 1/3 of the disk weight because the disk is rotating around an axis or center point, causing the weight to be distributed evenly along the circumference of the disk. This results in a balanced tension force of 1/3 of the weight.

How can I show that tension is equal to 1/3 of the disk weight in rotational motion?

To show that tension is equal to 1/3 of the disk weight in rotational motion, you can use the formula T = (1/3) x m x r x a and plug in the values for mass, radius, and acceleration. This will result in a tension force that is exactly 1/3 of the weight of the disk.

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