1. **State the problem:**
We have a two-wheel system where wheel 1 rotates at 200 rpm with radius 21 cm and torque 3000 NM. Wheel 2 rotates at 1000 rpm. We need to find the radius of wheel 2.
2. **Relevant formula:**
In a two-wheel system connected by a belt or chain, the linear speed at the rim of both wheels is the same. The linear speed $v$ is related to angular speed $\omega$ and radius $r$ by:
$$v = r \times \omega$$
Since the wheels are connected, their linear speeds are equal:
$$r_1 \times \omega_1 = r_2 \times \omega_2$$
3. **Convert rpm to angular velocity:**
Angular velocity in radians per minute is proportional to rpm, so we can use rpm directly since it cancels out.
4. **Solve for $r_2$:**
$$r_2 = \frac{r_1 \times \omega_1}{\omega_2}$$
Substitute values:
$$r_2 = \frac{21 \times 200}{1000}$$
5. **Simplify:**
$$r_2 = \frac{21 \times \cancel{200}}{\cancel{1000}} = \frac{4200}{1000} = 4.2$$
6. **Final answer:**
The radius of wheel 2 is **4.2 cm**.
Wheel Radius 81B05B
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