Dynamics and Vectors: 3rd Semester SM Track
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A vector is represented by an arrow that indicates both its scale and its direction.

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A unit vector has a magnitude equal to ten.

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The notation for a vector can include symbols such as M N or A.

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The orthonormal direct basis consists of vectors that are not orthogonal to each other.

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To derive a unit vector, the initial vector should be multiplied by its magnitude.

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Kinematics focuses on the study of forces affecting the movement of bodies.

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Dynamics is the study of movement that does not take into account the forces exerted on the bodies.

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The first part of the course material is dedicated to the study of dynamics.

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Mathematical tools are introduced before the kinematics section.

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This course material serves as a standalone resource for students.

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Relative uncertainty is a part of error calculations mentioned in the course outline.

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The handout is specifically for students in the third semester of the SM track.

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Vectors are discussed as an essential component of the mathematical tools needed for the course.

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The absolute velocity of point M can be expressed as $Va (M) = Vr (M) + Ve (M)$.

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The training velocity of M is defined as the absolute speed of point M fixed in its position at time t.

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The equation for absolute velocity includes terms for both relative velocity and training velocity.

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The symbol $Ve (M)$ represents the relative velocity of point M.

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The formula for absolute velocity $Va (M)$ is a function of the time derivatives of point M's position.

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The first principle of Newton states that an isolated particle in a Galilean reference frame is either in motion or at rest.

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Newton's second principle states that the mass of an object is inversely proportional to its acceleration when a force is applied.

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The third principle of Newton asserts that an action does not always have a corresponding reaction.

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The force unit in the SI system is represented in kilograms per meter per second squared.

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Inertia is defined as the tendency of an object to embrace changes in its motion.

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Base units such as length, time, and mass are fundamental to physics and are defined by physical standards.

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A Galilean reference frame is one in which the trajectory of a particle under no external action is curved.

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The action-reaction forces described by Newton's third principle always act on the same body.

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The elongation of the spring cannot lead to irreversible deformation if it remains too great.

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When the spring is compressed, it exerts a restoring force from left to right if its length is less than its equilibrium length.

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The force exerted by the spring on the mass is not proportional to the instantaneous elongation.

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The restoring force of the spring is always directed towards the right, regardless of its elongation state.

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The spring has a length $l$ that is equal to $l_0$ when it is unstretched.

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The amount of elongation of the spring affects the velocity of the mass M as it oscillates.

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In a frictionless environment, the mass M will not oscillate once released from the spring's stretched position.

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The notation for the force exerted by the spring can be represented as $F = -kX i$, with $X$ being a positive quantity when the spring is extended.

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A ball dropped from a building experiences a uniformly accelerated motion due to gravity.

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The position vector of the ball when released is O0 M = z i.

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The acceleration of the ball in the reference frame linked to the building is represented as $-γ = -g k$.

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In the moving reference frame R0, the ball is said to undergo a uniformly accelerated rectilinear motion with acceleration $γ = a j$.

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The trajectory of the ball can be derived using the equations of uniformly accelerated motion.

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When the ball is dropped, it has an initial velocity of zero.

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The reference frame R(O, i, j, k) moves uniformly with respect to the ground.

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The vertical fall of the ball occurs at the same time as the relative motion of the car.

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Flashcards

Kinematics

The study of the motion of objects without considering the forces that cause the motion.

Dynamics

The study of motion of objects taking into account the forces acting upon them.

Absolute Error

The difference between the measured value and the true value of a quantity.

Relative Uncertainty

The absolute error divided by the measured value, expressed as a percentage.

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Vector

A quantity that has both magnitude and direction.

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Orthonormal Direct Basis

A set of three mutually perpendicular unit vectors that form a coordinate system.

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Velocity

The rate of change of displacement with respect to time.

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Acceleration

The rate of change of velocity with respect to time.

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Vector Quantity

A vector quantity has both magnitude (length) and direction. It can be represented graphically by an arrow indicating its scale length and direction.

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Unit Vector

A unit vector has a magnitude of 1 and points in the same direction as the original vector. It's obtained by dividing the original vector by its magnitude.

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Orthonormal Basis

An orthonormal basis is a set of three mutually perpendicular unit vectors (usually denoted as i, j, and k). They form a frame of reference to represent vectors in 3D space.

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Vector Components

The components of a vector are its projections along the axes of an orthonormal basis. These components represent how much the vector contributes to each direction.

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Point Coordinates

The coordinates of a point in space are its distances along the axes of an orthonormal basis. These coordinate values define the location of the point relative to the origin.

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Relative Velocity (Vr)

The velocity of a point as observed from a reference frame that is moving with the body the point is attached to.

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Absolute Velocity (Va)

The velocity of a point as observed from a fixed reference frame.

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Training Velocity (Ve)

The velocity of a point when it is assumed to be fixed on a reference frame that is moving, but the point itself is not actually fixed.

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Velocity Composition

The absolute velocity of a point can be calculated as the sum of its relative velocity and its training velocity.

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Acceleration (a)

The change in an object's velocity over time.

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Trajectory

The path traced by a moving object, usually depicted as a curve or line.

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Inertial Reference Frame

A reference frame that is fixed to a stationary object, like a building, which is not moving.

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Uniform Rectilinear Motion

Movement without any change in direction, characterized by a constant velocity.

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Origin

The point in space from which the position of an object is measured.

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Position Vector

A vector quantity that represents the position of an object relative to a reference point.

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Non-Inertial Reference Frame

A frame of reference linked to a moving object, like a car.

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Inertial Frame of Reference

A frame of reference that is not accelerating. The laws of physics are the same in all inertial frames.

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Hooke's Law for Springs

A spring’s restoring force is proportional to its instantaneous elongation.

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Equilibrium Position

The position of a mass attached to a spring when the spring is neither stretched nor compressed.

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Elongation

The distance between the equilibrium position and the instantaneous position of a spring.

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Restoring Force

The force exerted by a spring to return to its equilibrium position.

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Inertia

The tendency of an object to resist changes in its motion.

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Linear Relationship between Force and Displacement

The force exerted on a mass by the spring is directly proportional to the displacement from its equilibrium position.

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Spring Constant (k)

The constant of proportionality that relates the force exerted by a spring to its displacement from equilibrium.

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Oscillatory Motion

The motion of an object that repeats itself over time.

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Galilean Reference Frame

A reference frame where an object not acted upon by any forces moves in a straight line at a constant speed.

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Newton's First Law (Inertia)

In a Galilean reference frame, an object not subject to any forces will either remain at rest or move at a constant speed in a straight line.

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Newton's Second Law (Force, Mass, and Acceleration)

The relationship between force, mass, and acceleration. The force acting on an object is directly proportional to its acceleration and proportional to its mass.

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Newton's Third Law (Action and Reaction)

For every action, there is an equal and opposite reaction.

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Action-Reaction Pair

The force exerted by one body on another body is equal in magnitude and opposite in direction to the reaction force exerted by the second body on the first.

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Newton (N)

The unit of force in the International System of Units (SI).

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Base Units

The standard set of units for measuring length, time, and mass.

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Study Notes

Course Information

  • Course Title: Physics 01
  • Course and Tasks
  • Prepared by: Dr. Houria Chaachoua Sameut
  • Academic Year: 2023-2024
  • University: Hassiba Benbouali University of Chlef
  • Faculty: Faculty of Exact Sciences and Computer Science
  • Department: Commun Core Department

Kinematics

  • Kinematics is a subdivision of mechanics
  • Its objective is the quantitative study of motion of material bodies
  • It disregards the forces causing the motion
  • Examples of kinematic quantities include position, speed, and acceleration

Dynamics

  • Dynamics is the study of bodies' motion considering the forces acting on them

Mathematical Tools

  • This section covers mathematical tools relevant to the study of kinematics and mechanics (e.g., error calculations, vectors).
    • Includes definitions for absolute error, absolute uncertainty, relative uncertainty, and error calculations in addition, subtraction, products, and quotients. Includes vectors, definitions, orthonormal direct bases, coordinates of a point, components of a vector, and vector operations (multiplying by scalars, adding vectors, vector products, double-cross products, mixed products) and vector derivation.
    • Explains specific cases of products/quotients and vector operations
  • Concepts and definitions for various mathematical operators (e.g., gradient, divergence, rotation).
  • Gives examples, and describes how each mathematical tool is used, e.g. finding absolute error, computing relative uncertainty, etc.
  • Provides examples for error calculations and vector operations.
  • Describes coordinate systems (Cartesian, cylindrical, and spherical).

Kinematics of Material Point

  • Definition: the study of motion of bodies, independent of the causes that produce this motion
  • Key quantities in kinematics: time, position, speed, and acceleration
  • Average velocity
  • Instantaneous velocity
  • Acceleration
  • Velocity and acceleration vectors in different coordinate systems

Examples of Simple Movements

  • Examples of simple movements:
    • Rectilinear motion: motion along a straight line; specifically rectilinear motions are categorized as uniform and uniformly accelerated (decelerated).
    • Rectilinear sinusoidal motion
    • Circular motion: movement along a circular path. 

Change of Reference Frame

  • Absolute reference frame
  • Relative reference frame
  • Velocity composition
  • Acceleration composition

Point Material Dynamics

  • Definition: the study of motion in relation to force
  • Newton's first law (principle of inertia)
  • Newton's second law (fundamental principle of dynamics) : the resultant of forces acting on a material point is proportional to its acceleration
  • Newton's third law (action-reaction principle)

Force Classification

  • Real (or External) Forces
  • Action-at-a-Distance Forces
  • Examples of action-at-a-distance forces
    • Electrostatic force
    • Gravitational force
  • Contact forces
  • Examples of contact forces
    • Normal force
    • Friction forces (static and kinetic) 
    • Viscous friction

Quantity of Movement and Kinetic Momentum

  • Momentum
  • Angular momentum
  • Angular momentum theorem

Corrected Exercises

  • Detailed numerical examples and solutions demonstrating the application of concepts and equations presented in the text.

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This quiz covers essential concepts in dynamics and vectors, focusing on their representation, magnitude, and direction. Students will explore mathematical tools, kinematics, and error calculations relevant to movement studies. Perfect for third-semester students in the SM track.

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