Comparison of the two solutions
Comparison of the two solutions
We start by looking at the acceleration curves which give us a feel for the force on the follower. The second solution has a larger maximum absolute value.
Input := Show[p1a,p2a]
Output = -Graphics-
but the jerk of the polynomial solution (first solution) has a somewhat larger value. It's a hard call.
Input := Show[p1j,p2j]
Output = -Graphics-