The spool has mass m_S and radius of gyration k_O. If block A of mass mA is released from rest, determine the distance the block must fall in order for the spool to have angular velocity ω. Also, what is the tension in the cord while the block is in motion? Neglect the mass of the cord.

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Given: mg = 50 kg mA = 20 kg (0 = 5 rad S ri r¡ = 0.2 m To = 0.3 m ko = 0.280 m 8 = 9.81 2