Dynamics Cart
Pull a cart in 2-dimensions, with two different pulling forces, friction and air resistance. View velocity and acceleration vectors, a free body diagram, and motion vs. time graphs.
Monkey Statics
Investigate forces and equilibrium with a hanging monkey scenario.
Dragging a Book
Analyze friction and applied force as you drag a book across a surface.
Book on a Wall
Analyze forces acting on a book held against a wall.
Book on an Incline
Analyze the forces on an object resting on an inclined plane.
Dr. Penguin on the Elevator
Analyze the forces acting on a penguin in elevator scenarios.
Pulley Systems
Explore various simple pulley (Atwood) systems. Add in friction and pulleys with mass.
Dock The ISS
Use Newton's law to control a ship to dock with the International Space Station.
2D Spring
Manipulate forces in two dimensions in real time. Analyze what components of force lead to changes in speed vs. changes in direction.
Ferris Wheel and Loop de Loop
Analyze force and motion vector on a ferris wheel and on a loop de loop.