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Class 11 Physics · System of Particles and Rotational Motion · Relation between Torque and Angular acceleration and it's Application

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DifficultMCQ
When a ceiling fan is switched off,its angular velocity reduces to $50\%$ while it makes $36$ rotations. How many more rotations will it make before coming to rest? (Assume uniform angular retardation)
A
$18$
B
$12$
C
$36$
D
$48$

Solution

(B) Using the kinematic equation for rotational motion: $\omega^2 = \omega_0^2 - 2\alpha\theta$,where $\theta = 2\pi n$.
For the first $36$ rotations,the angular velocity reduces to half: $\left(\frac{\omega_0}{2}\right)^2 = \omega_0^2 - 2\alpha(2\pi \times 36)$.
$\frac{\omega_0^2}{4} = \omega_0^2 - 144\pi\alpha \implies 144\pi\alpha = \frac{3}{4}\omega_0^2 \implies \alpha = \frac{3\omega_0^2}{576\pi}$.
Now,let the total number of rotations to come to rest be $n'$.
Using $0 = \omega_0^2 - 2\alpha(2\pi n')$,we get $n' = \frac{\omega_0^2}{4\pi\alpha}$.
Substituting $\alpha$: $n' = \frac{\omega_0^2}{4\pi} \times \frac{576\pi}{3\omega_0^2} = \frac{576}{12} = 48$ rotations.
The additional rotations required are $n' - 36 = 48 - 36 = 12$ rotations.
2
EasyMCQ
$A$ flywheel gains a speed of $540\ r.p.m.$ in $6\ s$. Its angular acceleration will be
A
$3\pi\ rad/s^2$
B
$9\pi\ rad/s^2$
C
$18\pi\ rad/s^2$
D
$54\pi\ rad/s^2$

Solution

(A) The initial angular velocity is $0\ rad/s$ and the final angular velocity is $\omega = 540\ r.p.m.$
First,convert the speed from $r.p.m.$ to $r.p.s.$: $n = \frac{540}{60} = 9\ r.p.s.$
The final angular velocity in $rad/s$ is $\omega = 2\pi n = 2\pi \times 9 = 18\pi\ rad/s$.
The angular acceleration $\alpha$ is given by the formula $\alpha = \frac{\Delta\omega}{\Delta t}$.
Substituting the values: $\alpha = \frac{18\pi\ rad/s}{6\ s} = 3\pi\ rad/s^2$.
3
DifficultMCQ
$A$ horizontal heavy uniform bar of weight $W$ is supported at its ends by two men. At the instant one of the men lets go of his end of the rod,the force on the other man's hand changes to:
A
$W$
B
$\frac{W}{2}$
C
$\frac{3W}{4}$
D
$\frac{W}{4}$

Solution

(D) Let the mass of the rod be $M$ and its length be $l$.
Weight of the rod is $W = Mg$.
Initially,for equilibrium,the force $F$ exerted by each man is $F + F = Mg$,so $F = \frac{Mg}{2} = \frac{W}{2}$.
When one man lets go,the rod starts rotating about the other end (let it be $A$) due to the torque provided by its weight acting at the center of mass.
The torque about end $A$ is $\tau = Mg \frac{l}{2}$.
The moment of inertia of the rod about end $A$ is $I = \frac{Ml^2}{3}$.
Using $\tau = I\alpha$,we have $Mg \frac{l}{2} = \left( \frac{Ml^2}{3} \right) \alpha$.
Solving for angular acceleration,$\alpha = \frac{3g}{2l}$.
The linear acceleration of the center of mass is $a = \frac{l}{2} \alpha = \frac{l}{2} \left( \frac{3g}{2l} \right) = \frac{3g}{4}$.
Applying Newton's second law for the center of mass,$Mg - F' = Ma$,where $F'$ is the new force exerted by the remaining man.
$F' = Mg - Ma = Mg - M \left( \frac{3g}{4} \right) = Mg \left( 1 - \frac{3}{4} \right) = \frac{Mg}{4} = \frac{W}{4}$.
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4
DifficultMCQ
$A$ slender uniform rod of mass $M$ and length $l$ is pivoted at one end so that it can rotate in a vertical plane (see figure). There is negligible friction at the pivot. The rod is released from a position where it makes an angle $\theta$ with the vertical. The angular acceleration of the rod when it makes an angle $\theta$ with the vertical is
Question diagram
A
$\frac{3 g}{2 l} \sin \theta$
B
$\frac{2 g}{3 l} \sin \theta$
C
$\frac{3 g}{2 l} \cos \theta$
D
$\frac{2 g}{2 l} \sin \theta$

Solution

(A) The torque $\tau$ acting on the rod about the pivot point is due to the gravitational force $Mg$ acting at the center of mass of the rod,which is at a distance $l/2$ from the pivot.
When the rod makes an angle $\theta$ with the vertical,the perpendicular distance from the pivot to the line of action of the weight is $(l/2) \sin \theta$.
Therefore,the torque is $\tau = Mg \cdot (l/2) \sin \theta$.
The moment of inertia $I$ of a uniform rod of mass $M$ and length $l$ about an axis passing through one end is $I = \frac{Ml^2}{3}$.
Using the rotational analog of Newton's second law,$\tau = I \alpha$,where $\alpha$ is the angular acceleration:
$Mg \frac{l}{2} \sin \theta = \left( \frac{Ml^2}{3} \right) \alpha$
Solving for $\alpha$:
$\alpha = \frac{Mg (l/2) \sin \theta}{Ml^2 / 3} = \frac{Mg l \sin \theta}{2} \cdot \frac{3}{Ml^2} = \frac{3g \sin \theta}{2l}$.
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5
EasyMCQ
$A$ body rotating at $20 \ rad/s$ is acted upon by a constant torque providing it a deceleration of $2 \ rad/s^2$. At what time will the body have kinetic energy same as the initial value if the torque continues to act?
A
$20$
B
$40$
C
$5$
D
$10$

Solution

(A) The rotational kinetic energy of a body is given by $K = \frac{1}{2} I \omega^2$,where $I$ is the moment of inertia and $\omega$ is the angular velocity.
For the kinetic energy to be the same as the initial value,the magnitude of the angular velocity must be the same as the initial angular velocity,i.e.,$|\omega| = |\omega_0| = 20 \ rad/s$.
Since the torque provides a constant deceleration,the angular velocity at time $t$ is given by $\omega = \omega_0 - \alpha t$.
We want the final angular velocity to be $\omega = -20 \ rad/s$ (since it is decelerating and we need the same magnitude of kinetic energy).
Substituting the values: $-20 = 20 - 2t$.
Rearranging the equation: $2t = 40$.
Therefore,$t = 20 \ s$.
6
MediumMCQ
An automobile engine develops $100 \ kW$ when rotating at a speed of $1800 \ rev/min$. What torque does it deliver in $N-m$?
A
$350$
B
$440$
C
$531$
D
$628$

Solution

(C) The power $P$ delivered by a rotating engine is given by the formula $P = \tau \omega$,where $\tau$ is the torque and $\omega$ is the angular velocity in $rad/s$.
Given: Power $P = 100 \ kW = 100 \times 10^3 \ W$.
Angular speed $n = 1800 \ rev/min = \frac{1800}{60} \ rev/s = 30 \ rev/s$.
Angular velocity $\omega = 2\pi n = 2 \times \pi \times 30 = 60\pi \ rad/s$.
Using the formula $\tau = \frac{P}{\omega}$:
$\tau = \frac{100 \times 10^3}{60\pi} = \frac{100000}{188.496} \approx 530.5 \ N-m$.
Rounding to the nearest whole number,we get $\tau \approx 531 \ N-m$.
7
DifficultMCQ
$A$ triangular plate of uniform thickness and density rotates about an axis perpendicular to the plane of the paper. In case $(a)$,the axis passes through point $A$,and in case $(b)$,it passes through point $B$. If an equal force $F$ is applied as shown in the figure,in which case will the angular acceleration be greater?
A
Equal in both cases
B
Greater in case $(a)$
C
Greater in case $(b)$
D
Insufficient information provided

Solution

(C) The torque $\tau$ is defined as $\tau = r \times F$. Since the force $F$ and the perpendicular distance $r$ from the axis of rotation to the line of action of the force are the same in both cases,the torque $\tau$ is equal for both $(a)$ and $(b)$.
Using the relation $\tau = I \alpha$,where $I$ is the moment of inertia and $\alpha$ is the angular acceleration,we have $\alpha = \frac{\tau}{I}$.
Since the torque $\tau$ is constant,the angular acceleration $\alpha$ is inversely proportional to the moment of inertia $I$ $(\alpha \propto \frac{1}{I})$.
In case $(b)$,the axis of rotation is closer to the center of mass compared to case $(a)$,resulting in a smaller moment of inertia $I$. Therefore,the angular acceleration $\alpha$ will be greater in case $(b)$.
8
DifficultMCQ
$A$ thin uniform rod is pivoted at $O$. It rotates in a horizontal plane with a constant angular velocity $\omega$. At $t = 0$,a small insect starts moving from $O$ towards the other end with a constant speed $v$ relative to the rod. It reaches the other end at $t = T$ and stops. The angular velocity $\omega$ of the system remains constant. Which of the following graphs best represents the magnitude of the torque $|\tau|$ at $O$ as a function of time $t$?
A
Option A
B
Option B
C
Option C
D
Option D

Solution

(B) The torque $\tau$ required to keep the angular velocity $\omega$ constant is given by the rate of change of angular momentum $L$.
$L = I\omega$. Since $\omega$ is constant,$\tau = \frac{dL}{dt} = \omega \frac{dI}{dt}$.
The moment of inertia $I$ of the system (rod + insect) at time $t$ is $I = I_{\text{rod}} + I_{\text{insect}}$.
$I_{\text{insect}} = m r^2$,where $r = vt$ is the distance of the insect from $O$ at time $t$.
So,$I(t) = I_{\text{rod}} + m(vt)^2 = I_{\text{rod}} + mv^2t^2$.
Differentiating with respect to $t$,we get $\frac{dI}{dt} = 2mv^2t$.
Therefore,the torque is $\tau = \omega (2mv^2t) = (2m\omega v^2)t$.
This shows that $\tau$ is directly proportional to $t$ for $0 \le t \le T$.
At $t = T$,the insect stops,so $\frac{dI}{dt} = 0$,and the torque becomes zero.
Thus,the graph should be a straight line passing through the origin for $0 \le t \le T$ and then drop to zero. This corresponds to the shape shown in graph $B$.
9
MediumMCQ
$A$ constant torque is applied to a wheel undergoing uniform circular motion,causing its angular momentum to change from $A_0$ to $4A_0$ in $4 \ s$. The magnitude of this torque is .......
A
$\frac{3A_0}{4}$
B
$A_0$
C
$4A_0$
D
$12A_0$

Solution

(A) The relationship between torque $\vec{\tau}$ and angular momentum $\vec{L}$ is given by Newton's second law for rotation: $\vec{\tau} = \frac{d\vec{L}}{dt}$.
For a constant torque,the magnitude is given by $|\vec{\tau}| = \frac{\Delta L}{\Delta t}$.
Given initial angular momentum $L_1 = A_0$,final angular momentum $L_2 = 4A_0$,and time interval $\Delta t = 4 \ s$.
Substituting these values: $|\vec{\tau}| = \frac{4A_0 - A_0}{4} = \frac{3A_0}{4}$.
10
MediumMCQ
The moment of inertia of a body about a given axis is $1.2 \; kg \cdot m^2$. Initially,the body is at rest. In order to produce a rotational kinetic energy of $1500 \; J$,an angular acceleration of $25 \; rad/s^2$ must be applied about that axis for a duration of: (in $; s$)
A
$4$
B
$2$
C
$8$
D
$10$

Solution

(B) Given: Moment of inertia $I = 1.2 \; kg \cdot m^2$,initial angular velocity $\omega_0 = 0$,rotational kinetic energy $K_r = 1500 \; J$,and angular acceleration $\alpha = 25 \; rad/s^2$.
The formula for rotational kinetic energy is $K_r = \frac{1}{2} I \omega^2$.
Substituting the values: $1500 = \frac{1}{2} \times 1.2 \times \omega^2$.
$1500 = 0.6 \times \omega^2 \Rightarrow \omega^2 = \frac{1500}{0.6} = 2500$.
Thus,the final angular velocity $\omega = \sqrt{2500} = 50 \; rad/s$.
Using the kinematic equation for rotation: $\omega = \omega_0 + \alpha t$.
$50 = 0 + 25 \times t$.
$t = \frac{50}{25} = 2 \; s$.
11
DifficultMCQ
$A$ uniform rod of length $l$ and mass $m$ is pivoted at point $A$. The rod is released from a horizontal position. If the moment of inertia of the rod about point $A$ is $ml^2/3$,then its initial angular acceleration is:
Question diagram
A
$\frac{mg}{2l}$
B
$\frac{3}{2}gl$
C
$\frac{3g}{2l}$
D
$\frac{2g}{3l}$

Solution

(C) The weight of the rod acts at its center of mass,which is at a distance of $l/2$ from the pivot point $A$. This weight creates a torque about point $A$.
The torque $\tau$ is given by:
$\tau = mg \times \frac{l}{2}$
According to Newton's second law for rotation:
$\tau = I\alpha$
Substituting the given moment of inertia $I = \frac{ml^2}{3}$ and the torque:
$mg \times \frac{l}{2} = \left(\frac{ml^2}{3}\right) \alpha$
Solving for the angular acceleration $\alpha$:
$\alpha = \frac{mg \times l/2}{ml^2/3} = \frac{mg \times l}{2} \times \frac{3}{ml^2} = \frac{3g}{2l}$
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12
MediumMCQ
In the given figure,$r_1$ and $r_2$ are $10 \ cm$ and $20 \ cm$ respectively. If the moment of inertia of the wheel is $1500 \ kg \cdot m^2$,find the angular acceleration.
Question diagram
A
$10^{-5} \ rad/s^2$
B
$10^5 \ rad/s^2$
C
$10 \ rad/s^2$
D
$10^{-3} \ rad/s^2$

Solution

(D) The net torque $\tau$ acting on the wheel is the sum of the torques produced by the individual forces. Taking counter-clockwise as positive:
$\tau = (5 \ N \times r_2) + (10 \ N \times r_2) - (15 \ N \times r_1)$
Given $r_1 = 10 \ cm = 0.1 \ m$ and $r_2 = 20 \ cm = 0.2 \ m$,and $I = 1500 \ kg \cdot m^2$.
$\tau = (5 + 10) \times 0.2 - (15 \times 0.1)$
$\tau = (15 \times 0.2) - 1.5 = 3.0 - 1.5 = 1.5 \ N \cdot m$
Using the relation $\tau = I\alpha$:
$\alpha = \frac{\tau}{I} = \frac{1.5}{1500} = \frac{1.5}{1.5 \times 10^3} = 10^{-3} \ rad/s^2$.
13
MediumMCQ
$A$ solid disc has a diameter of $0.5 \ m$ and a mass of $16 \ kg$. What torque must be applied to increase its angular velocity from $0$ to $120 \ rpm$ in $8 \ s$?
A
$\frac{\pi^2}{5} \ N \cdot m$
B
$\pi \ N \cdot m$
C
$\frac{\pi}{2} \ N \cdot m$
D
$\frac{\pi}{4} \ N \cdot m$

Solution

(D) The moment of inertia of a solid disc is $I = \frac{1}{2}MR^2$.
Given $M = 16 \ kg$ and $R = \frac{0.5}{2} = 0.25 \ m = \frac{1}{4} \ m$.
$I = \frac{1}{2} \times 16 \times (\frac{1}{4})^2 = 8 \times \frac{1}{16} = 0.5 \ kg \cdot m^2$.
The final angular velocity is $\omega = 120 \ rpm = \frac{120 \times 2\pi}{60} \ rad/s = 4\pi \ rad/s$.
The initial angular velocity is $\omega_0 = 0$.
The angular acceleration is $\alpha = \frac{\omega - \omega_0}{t} = \frac{4\pi - 0}{8} = \frac{\pi}{2} \ rad/s^2$.
The required torque is $\tau = I\alpha$.
$\tau = 0.5 \times \frac{\pi}{2} = \frac{1}{2} \times \frac{\pi}{2} = \frac{\pi}{4} \ N \cdot m$.
14
EasyMCQ
$A$ torque of $10^5 \ N \cdot m$ is applied to a disc of mass $10 \ kg$ and radius of gyration $50 \ m$. What is the value of the angular acceleration in $rad/s^2$?
A
$50$
B
$5$
C
$4$
D
$20$

Solution

(C) The relationship between torque $(\tau)$,moment of inertia $(I)$,and angular acceleration $(\alpha)$ is given by $\tau = I \alpha$.
Given:
Torque $\tau = 10^5 \ N \cdot m$
Mass $m = 10 \ kg$
Radius of gyration $K = 50 \ m$
Moment of inertia $I = mK^2 = 10 \times (50)^2 = 10 \times 2500 = 25000 \ kg \cdot m^2$.
Now,substituting these values into the torque equation:
$10^5 = 25000 \times \alpha$
$\alpha = \frac{100000}{25000} = 4 \ rad/s^2$.
15
DifficultMCQ
The instantaneous angular position of a rotating wheel is given by the formula $\theta (t) = 2t^3 - 6t^2$. At what time will the torque on this wheel be zero? $t = \dots \text{s}$
A
$1$
B
$0.5$
C
$0.25$
D
$2$

Solution

(A) The angular position is given by $\theta (t) = 2t^3 - 6t^2$.
The angular velocity $\omega$ is the first derivative of angular position with respect to time:
$\omega = \frac{d\theta}{dt} = 6t^2 - 12t$.
The angular acceleration $\alpha$ is the derivative of angular velocity with respect to time:
$\alpha = \frac{d\omega}{dt} = 12t - 12$.
According to Newton's second law for rotation,torque $\tau = I\alpha$. For the torque to be zero,the angular acceleration $\alpha$ must be zero (assuming the moment of inertia $I \neq 0$).
Setting $\alpha = 0$:
$12t - 12 = 0$
$12t = 12$
$t = 1 \text{ s}$.
16
MediumMCQ
$A$ force of $1 \ N$ is applied at the free edge of a door of width $1.6 \ m$ to open it. If the door is to be opened by applying force at a point $0.4 \ m$ away from the hinges (axis of rotation),then the force required is ...... $N$.
A
$1.2$
B
$3.6$
C
$2.4$
D
$4$

Solution

(D) The torque required to open the door remains constant.
Torque $\tau = r_1 F_1 = r_2 F_2$,where $r$ is the distance from the axis of rotation and $F$ is the applied force.
Given: $r_1 = 1.6 \ m$,$F_1 = 1 \ N$,$r_2 = 0.4 \ m$.
Substituting the values:
$1.6 \times 1 = 0.4 \times F_2$
$F_2 = \frac{1.6}{0.4} = 4 \ N$.
Therefore,the required force is $4 \ N$.
17
MediumMCQ
$A$ torque of $30 \ Nm$ is applied for $15 \ s$ on a stationary wheel of mass $5 \ kg$. The moment of inertia of the wheel is $2 \ kg \ m^2$. The angular displacement of the wheel in $10 \ s$ is ....... $rad$.
A
$750$
B
$1500$
C
$3000$
D
$6000$

Solution

(A) Given: Torque $\tau = 30 \ Nm$,Moment of inertia $I = 2 \ kg \ m^2$,Initial angular velocity $\omega_0 = 0 \ rad/s$,Time $t = 10 \ s$.
Using the relation $\tau = I \alpha$,we find the angular acceleration:
$\alpha = \frac{\tau}{I} = \frac{30}{2} = 15 \ rad/s^2$.
Now,using the kinematic equation for rotational motion:
$\theta = \omega_0 t + \frac{1}{2} \alpha t^2$.
Substituting the values:
$\theta = 0 \times 10 + \frac{1}{2} \times 15 \times (10)^2$.
$\theta = \frac{1}{2} \times 15 \times 100 = 750 \ rad$.
18
DifficultMCQ
$A$ rod of mass $M$ and length $L$ is placed in a horizontal plane. One of its ends is hinged on a vertical axis. $A$ horizontal force $F = Mg/2$ is applied at a distance of $5L/6$ from the hinged end. What will be the angular acceleration of the rod?
A
$\frac{4g}{5L}$
B
$\frac{5g}{4L}$
C
$\frac{3g}{4L}$
D
$\frac{4g}{3L}$

Solution

(B) The torque $\tau$ acting on the rod about the hinge is given by $\tau = F \times r$,where $r = 5L/6$ is the distance from the hinge.
Given $F = Mg/2$,the torque is $\tau = (Mg/2) \times (5L/6) = 5MgL/12$.
The moment of inertia $I$ of a rod of mass $M$ and length $L$ about an axis passing through one of its ends is $I = ML^2/3$.
Using the rotational analog of Newton's second law,$\tau = I\alpha$,where $\alpha$ is the angular acceleration:
$5MgL/12 = (ML^2/3) \times \alpha$
$\alpha = (5MgL/12) \times (3/ML^2)$
$\alpha = 5g/4L$.
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19
DifficultMCQ
$A$ wheel is subjected to a torque of $1000 \ N-m$ and rotates with a moment of inertia of $200 \ kg-m^2$ about an axis passing through its center. What will be the angular velocity of the wheel after $3 \ s$?
A
$15$
B
$10$
C
$5$
D
$1$

Solution

(A) Given:
Torque $(\tau)$ = $1000 \ N-m$
Moment of inertia $(I)$ = $200 \ kg-m^2$
Time $(t)$ = $3 \ s$
Initial angular velocity $(\omega_0)$ = $0 \ rad/s$
Step $1$: Calculate angular acceleration $(\alpha)$:
$\alpha = \frac{\tau}{I} = \frac{1000}{200} = 5 \ rad/s^2$
Step $2$: Calculate final angular velocity $(\omega)$:
Using the equation of rotational motion: $\omega = \omega_0 + \alpha t$
$\omega = 0 + (5 \times 3) = 15 \ rad/s$
20
DifficultMCQ
One end of a rod is hinged at $O$. The other end is suspended by a string attached to the ceiling as shown in the figure. If the string is suddenly cut,find the angular acceleration of the rod.
Question diagram
A
$\frac{3g}{2L}$
B
$\frac{g}{2L}$
C
$\frac{2g}{3L}$
D
$\frac{g}{L}$

Solution

(A) When the string is cut,the torque due to the weight of the rod acting at its center of mass about the hinge $O$ causes rotational motion.
The torque $\tau$ is given by $\tau = I\alpha$,where $I$ is the moment of inertia about the hinge $O$ and $\alpha$ is the angular acceleration.
The weight $mg$ acts at the center of mass,which is at a distance of $\frac{L}{2}$ from the hinge $O$.
$\tau = mg \times \frac{L}{2}$
The moment of inertia of a rod of length $L$ and mass $m$ about an axis passing through its end is $I = \frac{mL^2}{3}$.
Equating the torque: $mg \left( \frac{L}{2} \right) = \left( \frac{mL^2}{3} \right) \alpha$
$\frac{g}{2} = \frac{L\alpha}{3}$
$\alpha = \frac{3g}{2L}$
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21
DifficultMCQ
The moment of inertia of a wheel about its vertical axis is $2 \ kg \ m^2$. It is rotating about this axis at a speed of $60 \ rpm$. What torque must be applied to bring the wheel to rest in $1 \ minute$?
A
$\frac{2\pi}{15} \ Nm$
B
$\frac{\pi}{12} \ Nm$
C
$\frac{\pi}{15} \ Nm$
D
$\frac{\pi}{18} \ Nm$

Solution

(C) Given: Moment of inertia $I = 2 \ kg \ m^2$,Initial angular velocity $\omega_0 = 60 \ rpm = \frac{60 \times 2\pi}{60} \ rad/s = 2\pi \ rad/s$,Final angular velocity $\omega = 0 \ rad/s$,Time $t = 1 \ minute = 60 \ s$.
Using the equation of rotational motion: $\omega = \omega_0 + \alpha t$.
Since the wheel comes to rest,$0 = 2\pi + \alpha(60)$,which gives angular acceleration $\alpha = -\frac{2\pi}{60} = -\frac{\pi}{30} \ rad/s^2$.
The magnitude of torque required is $\tau = |I\alpha| = 2 \times \frac{\pi}{30} = \frac{\pi}{15} \ Nm$.
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MediumMCQ
$A$ constant torque of $400 \ Nm$ acts on a wheel having a moment of inertia of $100 \ kg \ m^2$ about its central axis. The angular velocity acquired in $4 \ s$ is ....... $rad \ s^{-1}$.
A
$12$
B
$16$
C
$20$
D
$24$

Solution

(B) Given:
Torque $\tau = 400 \ Nm$
Moment of inertia $I = 100 \ kg \ m^2$
Time $t = 4 \ s$
Initial angular velocity $\omega_0 = 0 \ rad \ s^{-1}$
Using the relation between torque and angular acceleration:
$\tau = I \alpha$
$400 = 100 \times \alpha$
$\alpha = 4 \ rad \ s^{-2}$
Using the first equation of rotational motion:
$\omega = \omega_0 + \alpha t$
$\omega = 0 + (4 \times 4)$
$\omega = 16 \ rad \ s^{-1}$
23
MediumMCQ
An automobile engine develops $200 \ hp$ at $6000 \ rpm$. The corresponding torque is ......... $N \cdot m$.
A
$200$
B
$150.20$
C
$237.5$
D
$300$

Solution

(C) Given: Power $P = 200 \ hp$ and angular speed $\omega = 6000 \ rpm$.
First,convert power to Watts: $P = 200 \times 746 \ W = 1.492 \times 10^5 \ W$.
Next,convert angular speed to radians per second: $\omega = 6000 \times \frac{2\pi}{60} \ rad/s = 200\pi \ rad/s \approx 628.32 \ rad/s$.
The relationship between power,torque $(\tau)$,and angular velocity is $P = \tau \omega$.
Therefore,$\tau = \frac{P}{\omega} = \frac{1.492 \times 10^5}{628.32} \approx 237.5 \ N \cdot m$.
24
DifficultMCQ
$A$ wheel having a moment of inertia of $200 \ kg \cdot m^2$ about its axis passing through its center is rotated by a constant torque of $1000 \ N \cdot m$. What will be its angular velocity in $rad/s$ after $3 \ s$?
A
$1$
B
$5$
C
$15$
D
$10$

Solution

(C) Given: Moment of inertia $I = 200 \ kg \cdot m^2$,Torque $\tau = 1000 \ N \cdot m$,Time $t = 3 \ s$,Initial angular velocity $\omega_0 = 0 \ rad/s$.
Using the relation $\tau = I \alpha$,we find the angular acceleration $\alpha$:
$\alpha = \frac{\tau}{I} = \frac{1000}{200} = 5 \ rad/s^2$.
Now,using the first equation of rotational motion $\omega = \omega_0 + \alpha t$:
$\omega = 0 + (5 \times 3) = 15 \ rad/s$.
Thus,the angular velocity after $3 \ s$ is $15 \ rad/s$.
25
DifficultMCQ
$A$ rectangular plate of mass $20 \ kg$ is suspended from points $A$ and $B$ as shown in the figure. If the pin at $B$ is suddenly removed,find the angular acceleration of the plate in $rad/s^2$.
Question diagram
A
$4.8$
B
$48$
C
$24$
D
$40$

Solution

(B) The situation after removing pin $B$ is shown in the figure. Let the length and width be $l = 0.2 \ m$ and $b = 0.15 \ m$ respectively.
When pin $B$ is removed,the plate starts rotating about point $A$.
The torque $\tau$ due to gravity acting at the center of mass is given by:
$\tau = mg \left( \frac{l}{2} \right)$
Using the relation $\tau = I_A \alpha$,where $I_A$ is the moment of inertia about point $A$:
$I_A \alpha = mg \left( \frac{l}{2} \right) \quad \dots(i)$
The moment of inertia of a rectangular plate about its center of mass is $I_{CM} = \frac{M}{12}(l^2 + b^2)$.
Using the parallel axis theorem,$I_A = I_{CM} + Md^2$,where $d$ is the distance from the center of mass to point $A$:
$d^2 = \left( \frac{l}{2} \right)^2 + \left( \frac{b}{2} \right)^2 = \frac{0.2^2}{4} + \frac{0.15^2}{4} = \frac{0.04 + 0.0225}{4} = \frac{0.0625}{4} = 0.015625 \ m^2$
$I_A = \frac{20}{12}(0.2^2 + 0.15^2) + 20(0.015625) = \frac{20}{12}(0.04 + 0.0225) + 0.3125 = \frac{20}{12}(0.0625) + 0.3125 = 0.104167 + 0.3125 = 0.416667 \ kg \cdot m^2$
Now,substitute into equation $(i)$:
$0.416667 \alpha = 20 \times 9.8 \times \left( \frac{0.2}{2} \right)$
$0.416667 \alpha = 196 \times 0.1 = 19.6$
$\alpha = \frac{19.6}{0.416667} \approx 47.04 \ rad/s^2$. Given the options,the intended calculation uses $g = 10 \ m/s^2$:
$0.416667 \alpha = 20 \times 10 \times 0.1 = 20$
$\alpha = \frac{20}{0.416667} = 48 \ rad/s^2$.
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MediumMCQ
The moment of inertia of a wheel rotating about an axis is $3 \times 10^2 \ kg \ m^2$ and it has a constant angular speed of $4.6 \ rad \ s^{-1}$. If a retarding torque of $6.9 \times 10^2 \ N \ m$ is applied to the wheel,in how many seconds will the wheel come to rest?
A
$1.5$
B
$2$
C
$0.5$
D
$1$

Solution

(B) Given: Moment of inertia $I = 3 \times 10^2 \ kg \ m^2$,Retarding torque $\tau = 6.9 \times 10^2 \ N \ m$,Initial angular speed $\omega_0 = 4.6 \ rad \ s^{-1}$,Final angular speed $\omega = 0 \ rad \ s^{-1}$.
Using the relation $\tau = I \alpha$,we find the angular acceleration $\alpha$:
$\alpha = \frac{\tau}{I} = \frac{6.9 \times 10^2}{3 \times 10^2} = 2.3 \ rad \ s^{-2}$.
Since it is a retarding torque,$\alpha = -2.3 \ rad \ s^{-2}$.
Using the equation of motion $\omega = \omega_0 + \alpha t$:
$0 = 4.6 + (-2.3)t$
$2.3t = 4.6$
$t = \frac{4.6}{2.3} = 2 \ s$.
Thus,the wheel will come to rest in $2 \ s$.
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MediumMCQ
$A$ wheel of radius $0.4 \ m$ can rotate freely about its axis as shown in the figure. $A$ string is wrapped around its circumference,and a weight of $4 \ kg$ is suspended from it. Due to the torque,an angular acceleration of $8 \ rad \ s^{-2}$ is produced. The moment of inertia of the wheel is = $...... \ kg \ m^2$ $(g = 10 \ ms^{-2})$
Question diagram
A
$2$
B
$1$
C
$4$
D
$8$

Solution

(A) Given: Radius $r = 0.4 \ m$,Angular acceleration $\alpha = 8 \ rad \ s^{-2}$,Mass $m = 4 \ kg$,Acceleration due to gravity $g = 10 \ ms^{-2}$.
The torque $\tau$ produced by the weight is given by $\tau = mgr$.
Also,the torque is related to the moment of inertia $I$ and angular acceleration $\alpha$ by $\tau = I\alpha$.
Equating the two expressions for torque:
$I\alpha = mgr$
$I \times 8 = 4 \times 10 \times 0.4$
$I \times 8 = 16$
$I = \frac{16}{8} = 2 \ kg \ m^2$.
28
DifficultMCQ
$A$ wheel rotates at $720 \ rpm$ about an axis passing through its center. It is brought to rest by applying a constant torque for $8 \ s$. What is the value of the torque in $Nm$? (Given: $I = \frac{24}{\pi} \ kg \cdot m^2$)
A
$48$
B
$72$
C
$96$
D
$120$

Solution

(B) Initial angular velocity $\omega_0 = 720 \ rpm = \frac{720}{60} \ rps = 12 \ rps$.
Converting to radians per second: $\omega_0 = 2\pi \times 12 = 24\pi \ rad/s$.
Since the wheel is brought to rest,final angular velocity $\omega = 0$.
Using the equation $\omega = \omega_0 - \alpha t$,where $t = 8 \ s$:
$0 = 24\pi - \alpha(8) \implies \alpha = \frac{24\pi}{8} = 3\pi \ rad/s^2$.
The torque $\tau$ is given by $\tau = I\alpha$.
Substituting the given values: $\tau = \left(\frac{24}{\pi}\right) \times (3\pi) = 72 \ Nm$.
29
MediumMCQ
An electric motor is started from rest to produce a torque. It acquires an angular acceleration given by $\alpha = 3t - t^2$. The angular acceleration becomes zero after $2 \ s$. Calculate the angular velocity after $6 \ s$.
A
$\frac{13}{2} \ rad/s$
B
$10 \ rad/s$
C
$\frac{5}{3} \ rad/s$
D
$\frac{10}{3} \ rad/s$

Solution

(D) Given angular acceleration: $\alpha = 3t - t^2$.
Since $\alpha = \frac{d\omega}{dt}$,we have $d\omega = (3t - t^2) dt$.
Integrating from $t = 0$ to $t = 2 \ s$ (the time when acceleration becomes zero):
$\omega = \int_{0}^{2} (3t - t^2) dt = [\frac{3t^2}{2} - \frac{t^3}{3}]_{0}^{2}$.
$\omega = (\frac{3(4)}{2} - \frac{8}{3}) = 6 - \frac{8}{3} = \frac{18 - 8}{3} = \frac{10}{3} \ rad/s$.
Since the angular acceleration is zero for $t > 2 \ s$,the angular velocity remains constant at $\frac{10}{3} \ rad/s$ for all $t \ge 2 \ s$.
Therefore,the angular velocity after $6 \ s$ is $\frac{10}{3} \ rad/s$.
30
MediumMCQ
$A$ circular disc of radius $2 \ m$ is rotating at $240 \ rpm$. If a torque is applied to the disc, it slows down at a rate of $\pi \ rad/s^2$. How long will it take to stop? How many revolutions will the disc complete before coming to rest?
A
$8 \ s, 16 \ \text{revolutions}$
B
$12 \ s, 24 \ \text{revolutions}$
C
$10 \ s, 8 \ \text{revolutions}$
D
$6 \ s, 12 \ \text{revolutions}$

Solution

(A) Given: Initial angular velocity $\omega_1 = 240 \ rpm = \frac{240 \times 2\pi}{60} \ rad/s = 8\pi \ rad/s$.
Angular deceleration $\alpha = \pi \ rad/s^2$.
Final angular velocity $\omega_2 = 0 \ rad/s$.
Using the equation $\omega_2 = \omega_1 - \alpha t$:
$0 = 8\pi - \pi t \implies t = 8 \ s$.
Using the equation $\omega_2^2 = \omega_1^2 - 2\alpha \theta$:
$0 = (8\pi)^2 - 2(\pi)\theta \implies 64\pi^2 = 2\pi\theta \implies \theta = 32\pi \ rad$.
Number of revolutions $N = \frac{\theta}{2\pi} = \frac{32\pi}{2\pi} = 16 \ \text{revolutions}$.
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DifficultMCQ
The moment of inertia of a wheel about its transverse axis is $2 \ kg \cdot m^2$ and it is rotating at $60 \ rpm$ about that axis. The torque required to stop the wheel in one minute is:
A
$\frac{\pi}{12} \ N \cdot m$
B
$\frac{\pi}{15} \ N \cdot m$
C
$\frac{\pi}{18} \ N \cdot m$
D
$\frac{2\pi}{15} \ N \cdot m$

Solution

(B) Given: Moment of inertia $I = 2 \ kg \cdot m^2$,Initial angular velocity $\omega_0 = 60 \ rpm = \frac{60 \times 2\pi}{60} \ rad/s = 2\pi \ rad/s$,Final angular velocity $\omega = 0$,Time $t = 1 \ minute = 60 \ s$.
Using the equation of rotational motion: $\omega = \omega_0 - \alpha t$.
$0 = 2\pi - \alpha(60) \implies \alpha = \frac{2\pi}{60} = \frac{\pi}{30} \ rad/s^2$.
The torque required is given by $\tau = I\alpha$.
$\tau = 2 \times \frac{\pi}{30} = \frac{\pi}{15} \ N \cdot m$.
32
MediumMCQ
$A$ wheel rotates about its geometric axis at a speed of $60 \ rpm$. If the moment of inertia of the wheel about this axis is $2 \ kg \ m^2$,what torque is required to stop its rotation in one minute?
A
$\frac{2\pi}{15} \ Nm$
B
$\frac{\pi}{12} \ Nm$
C
$\frac{\pi}{15} \ Nm$
D
$\frac{\pi}{28} \ Nm$

Solution

(C) Initial angular velocity $\omega_i = 60 \ rpm = \frac{60 \times 2\pi}{60} = 2\pi \ rad \ s^{-1}$.
Final angular velocity $\omega_f = 0 \ rad \ s^{-1}$.
Time taken $t = 1 \ minute = 60 \ s$.
Moment of inertia $I = 2 \ kg \ m^2$.
The angular acceleration is given by $\alpha = \frac{\omega_f - \omega_i}{t} = \frac{0 - 2\pi}{60} = -\frac{\pi}{30} \ rad \ s^{-2}$.
The required torque is $\tau = I\alpha = 2 \times \left( -\frac{\pi}{30} \right) = -\frac{\pi}{15} \ Nm$.
The magnitude of the torque required is $\frac{\pi}{15} \ Nm$.
33
MediumMCQ
$A$ uniform disc rotates at $10$ revolutions per second. $A$ torque is applied to it, producing an angular acceleration of $5 \text{ rad s}^{-2}$. After $2 \text{ s}$, its angular velocity is ...... $\text{rad s}^{-1}$ and the number of revolutions completed by the disc in $2 \text{ s}$ is ...... .
A
$72.8, 21.59$
B
$52.6, 18.5$
C
$12.6, 4.8$
D
$82.6, 34.6$

Solution

(A) Initial angular velocity $\omega_0 = 10 \text{ rev/s} = 10 \times 2\pi \text{ rad/s} = 20\pi \text{ rad/s} \approx 62.8 \text{ rad/s}$.
Angular acceleration $\alpha = 5 \text{ rad/s}^2$.
Time $t = 2 \text{ s}$.
Final angular velocity $\omega = \omega_0 + \alpha t = 20\pi + (5)(2) = 62.8 + 10 = 72.8 \text{ rad/s}$.
Angular displacement $\theta = \omega_0 t + \frac{1}{2} \alpha t^2 = (20\pi)(2) + \frac{1}{2}(5)(2)^2 = 40\pi + 10 = 125.6 + 10 = 135.6 \text{ rad}$.
Number of revolutions $n = \frac{\theta}{2\pi} = \frac{135.6}{2 \times 3.14} = \frac{135.6}{6.28} \approx 21.59 \text{ revolutions}$.
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DifficultMCQ
Four masses of $2 \ kg$ each are attached to an axle by spokes of length $1/4 \ m$ as shown in the figure. $A$ force $F = 24 \ N$ is applied at the end of a spoke of length $1/2 \ m$ at an angle of $30^{\circ}$ to produce an angular acceleration $\alpha$. The value of $\alpha$ is ........ $rad/s^2$.
Question diagram
A
$4$
B
$10$
C
$20$
D
$12$

Solution

(D) The torque $\tau$ is given by $\tau = F r \sin \theta = I \alpha$.
Here,the moment of inertia $I$ of the four masses is $I = 4 \times (m r^2) = 4 \times (2 \times (1/4)^2) = 4 \times (2 \times 1/16) = 0.5 \ kg \cdot m^2$.
The torque applied by force $F = 24 \ N$ at a distance $r = 1/2 \ m$ with angle $\theta = 30^{\circ}$ is $\tau = F r \sin 30^{\circ} = 24 \times (1/2) \times (1/2) = 6 \ N \cdot m$.
Using $\tau = I \alpha$,we get $6 = 0.5 \times \alpha$.
Therefore,$\alpha = 6 / 0.5 = 12 \ rad/s^2$.
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MediumMCQ
In the given figure,about which axis will the angular acceleration be greater if a force is applied at the midpoint of the triangular frame?
Question diagram
A
$I_{11'} > I_{22'}$
B
$I_{22'} > I_{11'}$
C
$I_{11'} = I_{22'}$
D
None of these

Solution

(B) The torque $\tau$ applied at the midpoint is the same for both axes. The relationship between torque and angular acceleration $\alpha$ is given by $\tau = I\alpha$,where $I$ is the moment of inertia.
Since $\tau$ is constant,$\alpha = \frac{\tau}{I}$. Thus,the axis with the smaller moment of inertia will have a greater angular acceleration.
The moment of inertia $I$ is given by $I = \sum mr^2$. Comparing the distribution of mass relative to the axes $11'$ and $22'$,the mass is distributed further from axis $11'$ than from axis $22'$.
Therefore,$I_{11'} > I_{22'}$.
Since $\alpha$ is inversely proportional to $I$,the angular acceleration will be greater about the axis $22'$ because $I_{22'} < I_{11'}$.
36
DifficultMCQ
$A$ string is wrapped around the rim of a wheel with a moment of inertia of $0.20 \ kg \cdot m^2$ and a radius of $20 \ cm$. The wheel is free to rotate about its axis and is initially at rest. The string is now pulled with a force of $20 \ N$. What will be the angular velocity of the wheel after $5 \ s$ in $rad/s$?
Question diagram
A
$90$
B
$70$
C
$95$
D
$100$

Solution

(D) Given: Moment of inertia $I = 0.20 \ kg \cdot m^2$,Radius $r = 20 \ cm = 0.2 \ m$,Force $F = 20 \ N$,Time $t = 5 \ s$,Initial angular velocity $\omega_0 = 0$.
The torque $\tau$ applied to the wheel is given by $\tau = F \times r$.
Substituting the values: $\tau = 20 \ N \times 0.2 \ m = 4 \ N \cdot m$.
We know that torque is also related to angular acceleration $\alpha$ by the equation $\tau = I \alpha$.
Therefore,$\alpha = \frac{\tau}{I} = \frac{4 \ N \cdot m}{0.20 \ kg \cdot m^2} = 20 \ rad/s^2$.
Using the equation of motion for rotation: $\omega = \omega_0 + \alpha t$.
Substituting the values: $\omega = 0 + (20 \ rad/s^2) \times (5 \ s) = 100 \ rad/s$.
37
MediumMCQ
$A$ pulley of radius $10 \ cm$ has a moment of inertia of $10^{-3} \ kg \ m^2$ about its geometric axis. $A$ time-varying tangential force $F = (0.5t - 0.3t^2) \ N$ is applied to its rim. The pulley is initially at rest. If $t$ is in seconds,what will be the angular acceleration of the pulley at $t = 3 \ s$ in $rad \ s^{-2}$?
A
$840$
B
$420$
C
$42$
D
$4.2$

Solution

(B) The torque $\tau$ is given by $\tau = I\alpha$ and $\tau = R \times F$.
Equating the two,we get $I\alpha = RF$.
$\alpha = \frac{RF}{I}$.
Given $R = 10 \ cm = 0.1 \ m$,$I = 10^{-3} \ kg \ m^2$,and $F = (0.5t - 0.3t^2) \ N$.
$\alpha = \frac{0.1 \times (0.5t - 0.3t^2)}{10^{-3}}$.
At $t = 3 \ s$:
$\alpha = \frac{0.1 \times (0.5(3) - 0.3(3)^2)}{10^{-3}}$
$\alpha = \frac{0.1 \times (1.5 - 2.7)}{10^{-3}}$
$\alpha = \frac{0.1 \times (-1.2)}{10^{-3}} = \frac{-0.12}{10^{-3}} = -120 \ rad \ s^{-2}$.
Note: The magnitude of the angular acceleration is $120 \ rad \ s^{-2}$. Given the options provided,if the force was $F = (0.5t + 0.3t^2)$,the result would be $420 \ rad \ s^{-2}$. Assuming the intended force was $F = (0.5t + 0.3t^2)$,the answer is $420 \ rad \ s^{-2}$.
38
MediumMCQ
$A$ uniform rod $AB$ of length $l$ and mass $m$ is free to rotate about point $A.$ The rod is released from rest in the horizontal position. Given that the moment of inertia of the rod about $A$ is $ml^2/3$,the initial angular acceleration of the rod will be:
Question diagram
A
$\frac{mgl}{2}$
B
$\frac{3}{2}gl$
C
$\frac{3g}{2l}$
D
$\frac{2g}{3l}$

Solution

(C) The torque $\tau$ about point $A$ is due to the gravitational force acting at the center of mass of the rod,which is at a distance $l/2$ from $A.$
$\tau = mg \times \frac{l}{2} = \frac{mgl}{2}$
Using the relation between torque and angular acceleration,$\tau = I\alpha$,where $I$ is the moment of inertia about $A$ and $\alpha$ is the angular acceleration.
Given $I = \frac{ml^2}{3}$,we have:
$\alpha = \frac{\tau}{I} = \frac{mgl/2}{ml^2/3} = \frac{mgl}{2} \times \frac{3}{ml^2} = \frac{3g}{2l}$
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39
MediumMCQ
The instantaneous angular position of a point on a rotating wheel is given by the equation $\theta(t) = 2t^3 - 6t^2$. The torque on the wheel becomes zero at $t = $ ...... $s$.
A
$1$
B
$0.5$
C
$0.25$
D
$2$

Solution

(A) Given: $\theta(t) = 2t^3 - 6t^2$.
First,find the angular velocity $\omega$ by differentiating $\theta$ with respect to time $t$: $\omega = \frac{d\theta}{dt} = 6t^2 - 12t$.
Next,find the angular acceleration $\alpha$ by differentiating $\omega$ with respect to time $t$: $\alpha = \frac{d\omega}{dt} = 12t - 12$.
The torque $\tau$ is given by the relation $\tau = I\alpha$,where $I$ is the moment of inertia.
For the torque to be zero,the angular acceleration $\alpha$ must be zero (assuming $I \neq 0$).
Setting $\alpha = 0$,we get: $12t - 12 = 0$.
Solving for $t$,we find $t = 1 \ s$.
40
DifficultMCQ
$A$ rod $PQ$ of mass $M$ and length $L$ is hinged at end $P$. The rod is kept horizontal by a massless string tied to point $Q$ as shown in the figure. When the string is cut,the initial angular acceleration of the rod is
Question diagram
A
$\frac{g}{L}$
B
$\frac{2g}{L}$
C
$\frac{2g}{3L}$
D
$\frac{3g}{2L}$

Solution

(D) When the string is cut,the rod will rotate about the hinge point $P$ due to the torque produced by its weight.
Let $\alpha$ be the initial angular acceleration of the rod.
The torque $\tau$ about point $P$ is given by $\tau = I\alpha$,where $I$ is the moment of inertia of the rod about one end.
$I = \frac{ML^2}{3} \quad ...(i)$
Also,the torque due to gravity acting at the center of mass (at distance $L/2$ from $P$) is:
$\tau = Mg \times \frac{L}{2} \quad ...(ii)$
Equating $(i)$ and $(ii)$:
$\frac{ML^2}{3} \alpha = Mg \frac{L}{2}$
$\alpha = \frac{MgL}{2} \times \frac{3}{ML^2}$
$\alpha = \frac{3g}{2L}$
Solution diagram
41
MediumMCQ
$A$ solid cylinder of mass $50\, kg$ and radius $0.5\, m$ is free to rotate about a horizontal axis. $A$ massless string is wound around the cylinder with one end attached to it and the other hanging freely. The tension in the string required to produce an angular acceleration of $2\, \text{revolutions } s^{-2}$ is ...... $N$.
A
$25$
B
$50$
C
$78.5$
D
$157$

Solution

(D) Given: Mass of the cylinder, $M = 50\, kg$. Radius of the cylinder, $R = 0.5\, m$. Angular acceleration, $\alpha = 2\, \text{rev } s^{-2}$.
Converting angular acceleration to $SI$ units: $\alpha = 2 \times 2\pi\, \text{rad } s^{-2} = 4\pi\, \text{rad } s^{-2}$.
The torque $\tau$ produced by the tension $T$ in the string is $\tau = T \times R$.
The moment of inertia $I$ of a solid cylinder about its central axis is $I = \frac{1}{2}MR^2$.
Using the relation $\tau = I\alpha$, we have $TR = (\frac{1}{2}MR^2)\alpha$.
Solving for tension $T$: $T = \frac{1}{2}MR\alpha$.
Substituting the values: $T = \frac{1}{2} \times 50 \times 0.5 \times 4\pi = 50\pi$.
Using $\pi \approx 3.14$, $T = 50 \times 3.14 = 157\, N$.
Solution diagram
42
MediumMCQ
An automobile moves on a road with a speed of $54 \,km h^{-1}.$ The radius of its wheels is $0.45\, m$ and the moment of inertia of the wheel about its axis of rotation is $3\, kg m^2$. If the vehicle is brought to rest in $15\, s,$ the magnitude of average torque transmitted by its brakes to the wheel is .......... $kg \,m^2\, s^{-2}$.
A
$2.86$
B
$6.66$
C
$8.58$
D
$10.86$

Solution

(B) Given:
Speed of the automobile,$v = 54 \,km h^{-1} = 54 \times \frac{5}{18} \,m s^{-1} = 15 \,m s^{-1}$.
Radius of the wheel,$R = 0.45 \,m$.
Moment of inertia of the wheel,$I = 3 \,kg m^2$.
Time taken to stop,$t = 15 \,s$.
The initial angular speed of the wheel is $\omega_i = \frac{v}{R} = \frac{15 \,m s^{-1}}{0.45 \,m} = \frac{1500}{45} \,rad s^{-1} = \frac{100}{3} \,rad s^{-1}$.
The final angular speed is $\omega_f = 0$ (as the vehicle comes to rest).
The angular retardation of the wheel is $\alpha = \frac{\omega_f - \omega_i}{t} = \frac{0 - \frac{100}{3}}{15} = -\frac{100}{45} \,rad s^{-2}$.
The magnitude of the average torque is $\tau = I |\alpha| = 3 \,kg m^2 \times \frac{100}{45} \,rad s^{-2} = \frac{300}{45} \,N m = \frac{20}{3} \,N m \approx 6.66 \,kg m^2 s^{-2}$.
43
MediumMCQ
$A$ rope is wound around a hollow cylinder of mass $3\, kg$ and radius $40\, cm.$ What is the angular acceleration (in $rad/s^2$) of the cylinder if the rope is pulled with a force of $30\, N$?
A
$25$
B
$30$
C
$35$
D
$40$

Solution

(A) Given: Mass $m = 3\, kg$,Radius $r = 40\, cm = 0.4\, m$,Force $F = 30\, N$.
The moment of inertia $(I)$ of a hollow cylinder about its central axis is given by $I = mr^2$.
$I = 3\, kg \times (0.4\, m)^2 = 3 \times 0.16 = 0.48\, kg\cdot m^2$.
The torque $(\tau)$ produced by the force is $\tau = rF$.
$\tau = 0.4\, m \times 30\, N = 12\, N\cdot m$.
Using the relation $\tau = I\alpha$,where $\alpha$ is the angular acceleration:
$\alpha = \frac{\tau}{I} = \frac{12\, N\cdot m}{0.48\, kg\cdot m^2}$.
$\alpha = \frac{1200}{48} = 25\, rad/s^2$.
44
DifficultMCQ
The moment of inertia of a body about a given axis is $2.4 \, kg \cdot m^2$. For what duration of time must an angular acceleration of $5 \, rad/s^2$ be applied about this axis to generate a rotational kinetic energy of $750 \, J$? (in seconds)
A
$6$
B
$5$
C
$4$
D
$3$

Solution

(B) The rotational kinetic energy $K$ is given by $K = \frac{1}{2} I \omega^2$.
Given $K = 750 \, J$ and $I = 2.4 \, kg \cdot m^2$,we have:
$750 = \frac{1}{2} \times 2.4 \times \omega^2$
$750 = 1.2 \times \omega^2$
$\omega^2 = \frac{750}{1.2} = 625$
$\omega = \sqrt{625} = 25 \, rad/s$.
Using the kinematic equation for rotational motion,$\omega = \omega_0 + \alpha t$,where $\omega_0 = 0$ (starting from rest):
$25 = 0 + 5 \times t$
$t = \frac{25}{5} = 5 \, s$.
45
EasyMCQ
$A$ constant torque of $1000 \; Nm$ turns a wheel of moment of inertia $200 \; kg \cdot m^2$ about an axis through its centre. The wheel is at rest initially. Its angular velocity after $3 \; s$ is
A
$1 \; rad/s$
B
$5 \; rad/s$
C
$10 \; rad/s$
D
$15 \; rad/s$

Solution

(D) Given: Torque $\tau = 1000 \; Nm$,Moment of inertia $I = 200 \; kg \cdot m^2$,Initial angular velocity $\omega_0 = 0$,Time $t = 3 \; s$.
Using the relation $\tau = I \alpha$,we find the angular acceleration $\alpha$:
$\alpha = \frac{\tau}{I} = \frac{1000}{200} = 5 \; rad/s^2$.
Now,using the first equation of rotational motion $\omega = \omega_0 + \alpha t$:
$\omega = 0 + (5 \; rad/s^2) \times (3 \; s) = 15 \; rad/s$.
Thus,the angular velocity after $3 \; s$ is $15 \; rad/s$.
46
MediumMCQ
$A$ flywheel attains a speed of $540 \, r.p.m.$ in $6 \, s$. Its angular acceleration is:
A
$3\pi \, rad/s^2$
B
$9\pi \, rad/s^2$
C
$18\pi \, rad/s^2$
D
$54\pi \, rad/s^2$

Solution

(A) Given: Final angular velocity $\omega = 540 \, r.p.m. = \frac{540 \times 2\pi}{60} \, rad/s = 18\pi \, rad/s$.
Time taken $t = 6 \, s$.
Initial angular velocity $\omega_0 = 0 \, rad/s$.
Angular acceleration $\alpha = \frac{\omega - \omega_0}{t}$.
$\alpha = \frac{18\pi - 0}{6} = 3\pi \, rad/s^2$.
47
EasyMCQ
$A$ torque of $50 \ N \cdot m$ causes a wheel to rotate from rest through $200 \ rad$ in $5 \ s$. The value of the angular acceleration produced is ...... $rad/s^2$.
A
$8$
B
$4$
C
$16$
D
$12$

Solution

(C) Given: Torque $\tau = 50 \ N \cdot m$,initial angular velocity $\omega_0 = 0 \ rad/s$,angular displacement $\theta = 200 \ rad$,and time $t = 5 \ s$.
Using the kinematic equation for rotational motion: $\theta = \omega_0 t + \frac{1}{2} \alpha t^2$.
Since the wheel starts from rest,$\omega_0 = 0$.
Substituting the values: $200 = 0 \cdot (5) + \frac{1}{2} \cdot \alpha \cdot (5)^2$.
$200 = \frac{25}{2} \alpha$.
$\alpha = \frac{200 \cdot 2}{25} = 8 \cdot 2 = 16 \ rad/s^2$.
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$A$ wheel is rotating at a rate of $900$ revolutions per minute about its axis. When the power source is cut off,it comes to rest in $1$ minute. The angular retardation of the wheel in $rad/s^2$ is:
A
$\pi /2$
B
$\pi /4$
C
$\pi /6$
D
$\pi /8$

Solution

(A) Given:
Initial angular velocity,$\omega_i = 900 \text{ rpm} = \frac{900 \times 2\pi}{60} \text{ rad/s} = 30\pi \text{ rad/s}$.
Final angular velocity,$\omega_f = 0 \text{ rad/s}$ (since it comes to rest).
Time taken,$t = 1 \text{ minute} = 60 \text{ s}$.
Using the first equation of rotational motion: $\omega_f = \omega_i + \alpha t$.
Substituting the values: $0 = 30\pi + \alpha(60)$.
$\alpha = -\frac{30\pi}{60} = -\frac{\pi}{2} \text{ rad/s}^2$.
The angular retardation is the magnitude of angular acceleration,which is $\frac{\pi}{2} \text{ rad/s}^2$.

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