The Conical Pendulum (AQA A-Level Further Maths): Flashcards

Circular motion in horizontal plane at constant speed

Hollow cone with apex at fixed point

$T \cos \theta$

$T \sin \theta$

$T \cos \theta = mg$

$T \sin \theta = mr\omega^2$

$r = l \sin \theta$

$h = l \cos \theta$

$\frac{2\pi}{\omega}$

Weight (vertically down) and tension (along string)