Question: Blocks A and B are connected by a cord that passes over pulleys and through a collar C . The system is released from rest

Blocks A and B are connected by a cord that passes over pulleys and through a collar C. The system is released from rest when x =1.7 m. As block A rises, it strikes collar C with perfectly plastic impact (e =0). After impact, the two blocks and the collar keep moving until they come to a stop and reverse their motion. As A and C move down, C hits the ledge and blocks A and B keep moving until they come to another stop. Determine (a) the velocity of the blocks and collar immediately after A hits C,(b) the distance the blocks and collar move after the impact before coming to a stop, (c) the value of x at the end of one complete cycle.

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