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Laws of Conservation

Problem 1.139

A smooth rubber cord of length \(l\) whose coefficient of elasticity is \(k\) is suspended by one end from the point \(O\) (Fig. 1.33). The other end is fitted with a catch \(B\). A small sleeve \(A\) of mass \(m\) starts falling from the point \(O .\) Neglecting the masses of the thread and the catch, find the maximum elongation of the cord.

Reveal Answer
Δl=(1+1+2kl/mg)mg/k\Delta l=(1+\sqrt{1+2 k l / m g}) m g / k