Steven,
Sorry for not responding sooner. I've had computer problems and a cold.
Mr Veeder sez:
...
>>>OrionWorks sez:
>>>You appear to have presented two logically exclusive scenarios as to
>>>the behavior or "Wheel B" when the primary larger wheel is
accelerated
>>>to the speed of one Rev/sec. It seems obvious to me that the results
>>>depicted in Figs 2a and 2b would be the correct outcome of this
>>>particular "thought experiment."
>>
>>Yes, I think everyone agrees. What is not clear at this time is
whether the
>>non-braked wheel is literally turning about its own centre while it
is
>>concurrently revolving about the centre of the disc. I contend that
it is,
>>but Michel disagrees.
>
>IMO, you're both right. It depends on your point of view. From an
>outside POV circle "B" will not appear to be revolving around it's own
>centre even though circle "B"'s bearings will be rotat!
ing. Circ
If B is turning about its own centre then it is the centripetal forces directed to this centre which would be responsible for the difference in tension.
>But again, I suggest you build some of these contraptions and check
>out the results for yourself.
Right now I can't . If you feel so inclined you are welcome to try it .
Harry
