Wave Properties: Frequency, Velocity, Tension, and Impedance

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If $F(t)$ is an even periodic function, what can you say about its Fourier series?

The Fourier series of an even function consists only of cosine terms.

Given the transverse wave equation $\psi(x, t) = 0.001\sin 2\pi(100t - x)$, determine the wavelength of the wave.

1 meter

Given the transverse wave equation $\psi(x, t) = 0.001\sin 2\pi(100t - x)$, what is the frequency of the wave?

100 Hz

Given the transverse wave equation $\psi(x, t) = 0.001\sin 2\pi(100t - x)$, calculate the velocity of the wave.

<p>100 m/s</p> Signup and view all the answers

Given the transverse wave equation $\psi(x, t) = 0.001\sin 2\pi(100t - x)$, what is the time period of oscillation of the point $x = 0.25$?

<p>0.01 seconds</p> Signup and view all the answers

A transverse wave on a wire is described by $\psi(x, t) = 0.001\sin 2\pi(100t - x)$. Determine the velocity of the point $x = 0.25$ at time $t = 0.1$.

<p>$\frac{\partial \psi}{\partial t} = 0.2\pi \cos(2\pi(100t-x))$, evaluated at $x = 0.25$ and $t = 0.1$ gives $0.2\pi \cos(2\pi(10-0.25)) = 0.2\pi \cos(19.5\pi) \approx -0.62$ m/s</p> Signup and view all the answers

A transverse wave on a wire is described by $\psi(x, t) = 0.001\sin 2\pi(100t - x)$. Calculate the acceleration of the point $x = 0.25$ at time $t = 0.1$.

<p>The second partial derivative with respect to time is $\frac{\partial^2 \psi}{\partial t^2} = -(0.2\pi)^2 \sin(2\pi(100t-x))$. Evaluating at $x = 0.25$ and $t = 0.1$ gives $-(0.2\pi)^2 \sin(19.5\pi) \approx 1.23$ m/s$^2$</p> Signup and view all the answers

A transverse wave on a wire of linear density 0.1 kg/m is described by $\psi(x, t) = 0.001\sin 2\pi(100t - x)$. Determine the tension in the wire.

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A transverse wave on a wire of linear density 0.1 kg/m is described by $\psi(x, t) = 0.001\sin 2\pi(100t - x)$. What is the characteristic impedance of the wire?

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An ultrasonic plane wave in a liquid of density $\rho_0$ and bulk modulus $B$ is described by $\psi(x, t) = A\sin(kx)\cos(\omega t)$. Express the wave speed in terms of $\rho_0$ and $B$.

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Flashcards

Wavelength

The distance between two successive crests or troughs of a wave.

Wave Velocity

The speed at which a wave propagates through a medium.

Frequency of a Wave

The number of complete oscillations per unit of time, typically measured in Hertz (Hz).

Time Period of Oscillation

The time it takes for one complete oscillation or cycle to occur.

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Fourier Series

A series of mathematical terms that represent a periodic function as a sum of sine and cosine functions.

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Tension in the Wire

The force exerted within a material when it is stretched or pulled.

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Characteristic Impedance

A measure of the opposition to the flow of energy in a wave.

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Study Notes

  • To determine the steady state solution for F(t) = F₀cosωt.
  • To determine the steady state solution for F(t) = F₀.
  • To determine the steady state solution for F(t) = F₀sin²ωt.
  • If F(t) is an even periodic function, its Fourier series can be described.
  • Wave is on a wire of linear density 0.1 kgm⁻¹.
  • The wave is described by ψ(x, t) = 0.001sin2π(100t - x).
  • ψ(x, t) represents the displacement of point x at time t.
  • ψ(x, t) and x are in meters, and t is in seconds.

Wave Properties to Determine

  • Frequency of the wave.
  • Time period of oscillation of point x = 0.25.
  • Wavelength of the wave.
  • Velocity of the wave.
  • Velocity of the point x = 0.25 at time t = 0.1.
  • Acceleration of the point x = 0.25 at time t = 0.1.
  • Total external force on the string element lying between x = 0.2449 and x = 0.2501 at time t = 0.1.
  • Tension in the wire.
  • Characteristic impedance of the wire.
  • Transverse component of the force at time t = 0.1, exerted by the transmitter on the wire at the point x = 0.
  • Transverse component of the force at time t = 0.1, exerted by the wire at the point x = 0 on the transmitter.
  • An ultrasonic plane wave in a liquid of density ρ₀ and bulk modulus B is described by ψ(x, t) = Asinkxcosωt.
  • ψ(x, t) denotes the displacement at time t of the plane labeled by its undisturbed position x.

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