Question

I ask that you complete a project consisting of the following: (2) a 2 or 3 dimensional physical model of an inclined plane (ramp) including force vectors of the given problem. (1) a paper was written on the problem explaining the role of each force in the problem. The paper must include the equations and free body diagram of all forces acting on the system. Students should solve the equations for acceleration of the system while explaining each step taken The physical model Students should start this project by analyzing the motion of two boxes which are connected by a light string that passes over a pulley. One of the boxes is hanging from the string and the other one is resting on inclined plane that rises at angle θ. The mass of the hanging box is M, and mass of the box on the surface of inclined plane (ramp) is m. We consider that the system is moving up the plane at a constant acceleration a. The physical model can be built in 2 dimensions or 3 dimensions using light and stiff materials. All the force vectors should be movable and labeled correctly. The size of the vectors should be appropriate to the problem. The model should be presentable and at college level. Be creative! No excessive decoration: simple and meaningful.

I understand that this is a project, I would just like some guidance on how to set this up and what formulas to use to demonstrate what is being asked.

Answer 1

It is not mentioned whether the plane is frictionless or not. Acceleration for both the cases has been calculated.