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Vibratory Mechanics: Cylindrical Buoy

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This lecture covers the calculation of characteristics in vibratory mechanics, using the example of a cylindrical buoy in water. The instructor demonstrates how to determine static and dynamic properties, such as mass and waterline, to analyze the buoy's behavior.

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