Fundamental Problem 17.18

The 12-kg slender rod is pinned to a small roller A that slides freely along the slot. If the rod is released from rest at θ = 0∘, determine the angular acceleration of the rod and the acceleration of the roller immediately after the release. (Figure 1)  

 

Part A

Determine the angular acceleration of the rod immediately after the release.

Express your answer to three significant figures and include the appropriate units.

α =	24.5 rads2

 

 

 

 

Part B

Determine the acceleration of the roller immediately after the release.

Express your answer to three significant figures and include the appropriate units.

aA =

0 ms2