Mechanics is the paradise of the mathematical sciences, because by means of it one comes to the fruits of mathematics. -- Leonardo da Vinci 1452-1519

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Mechanics is the paradise of the mathematical
sciences, because by means of it one comes to the
fruits of mathematics.-- Leonardo da
Vinci1452-1519
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Statics and Dynamics Problem Solving RULES!

1. Make a sketch if none given
2. Make FBDs dDONT SHORTCUT!
3. Choose coordinate axes (wisely!)
4. Write for each direction and each
   mass
5. Check that you have enough equations!
6. Solve

DONT SHORTCUT!
Note massless ropes have same tension
everywhere! (Memorize this fact!)
In dynamics problems, you may have to use