Atwood machine (ideal) (a = (m1−m2)g/(m1+m2), T = 2m1m2g/(m1+m2))
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a = (m1−m2)g/(m1+m2), T = 2m1m2g/(m1+m2)
What each symbol means
| Symbol | What it stands for |
|---|---|
| T | Tension (N) |
| a | Magnitude of acceleration |
| g | m/s² |
| m1,m2 | Masses (kg) |
When to use this
Ideal massless pulley and string; m1 > m2 hanging vertical Atwood.