Oscillations and Simple Harmonic Motion


Problems

Problem :

An object in circular motion has an easily defined period, frequency and angular velocity. Can circular motion be considered an oscillation?


Problem :

What is the equilibrium point of a ball bouncing up and down elastically on a floor?


Problem :

A mass on a spring completes one oscillation, of total length 2 meters, in 5 seconds. What is the frequency of oscillation?


Problem :

The maximum compression of an oscillating mass on a spring is 1 m, and during one full oscillation the spring travels at an average velocity of 4 m/s. What is the period of the oscillation?


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