Lecture

Pendulum with Zero Repercussion Point

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This lecture explores a physical object consisting of a homogeneous mass rod with a rolling system that can act as a pendulum in the absence of movement constraints. By applying a percussion force at different points, the instructor demonstrates how the object reacts, highlighting the concept of the center of percussion and the conditions for null repercussion force.

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Ontological neighbourhood

Physics

Mechanics: Classical mechanics

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