For the mechanical system in Problem 11 of Problem Set 5.3, use the energy method to derive the equation of motion.

Data From Problem 11 From Problem set 5.3:

Consider the system shown in Figure 5.69, in which the motion of the rod is small angular rotation. When θ = 0, the springs are at their free lengths.

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FIGURE 5.69 Problem 11. a k M k mm