Beads on Loop

Beads on Loop#

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A common toy for children is a bent metal track upon which children push beads. On this specific track, a set of beads is pushed in a simple circle, with radius \(r = {{ params.r }} \ \rm{cm}\). If the beads are spun around fast, with an initial velocity \(v = {{ params.v }} \ \rm{m/s}\), how far will it travel before it stops? Assume the coefficient of friction is \(\mu = {{ params.mu }}\).

Part 1#

How far do the beads travel?

Answer Section#

Please enter in a numeric value in \(\rm{m}\).

Attribution#

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