8. Centripetal Forces & Gravitation
Centripetal Forces
Problem 5a
Textbook Question
Textbook QuestionIn another version of the 'Giant Swing' (see Exercise 5.50), the seat is connected to two cables, one of which is horizontal (Fig. E5.51). The seat swings in a horizontal circle at a rate of 28.0 rpm (rev/min). If the seat weighs 255 N and an 825-N person is sitting in it, find the tension in each cable.
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