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Nerd-A-Pult using Unit Vectors
Solving a basic projectile motion problem using unit vectors.
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Number of g's or g-Forces Introduction
Description and examples of g-forces or number of g’s.
Physics Girl
Why is the universe flat?
Cosmic inflation is a theory that was proposed in the 1980s by cosmologist Alan Guth to answer some of the most fundamental questions of the origins of our universe. It also solved the Horizon Problem and the Flatness Problem.
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Wheel Conservation of Angular Momentum Demonstration and Solution
A #SpinningWheel is rotated while sitting on a stool. #AngularMomentumConservation is demonstrated. And an example problem is solved.
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The Force of Gravitational Attraction between the Earth and the Moon
According to NASA, the mass of the Earth is 5.97 x 10^24 kg, the mass of the Moon is 7.3 x 10^22 kg, and the mean distance between the Earth and the Moon is 3.84 x 10^8 m. What is the force of gravitational attraction between the Earth...
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Demonstrating What Changes the Period of Simple Harmonic Motion
Period of simple harmonic motion is defined and demonstrated. Equations for period of mass-spring systems and pendulums are given. What changes the period is demonstrated.
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Harnessing the Power of Spreadsheets in Physics
Basic demonstration of how to use spreadsheets in an introductory physics class.
Looking Glass Universe
A problem with Bohmian Mechanics Contextuality
Contextuality might mean that there are no alternatives to Quantum mechanics that are sensible. Given Quantum isnt sensible either, there may just not be any sensible theories at all.
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AP Physics C: Integrals in Kinematics Review (Mechanics)
Calculus based review of definite integrals, indefinite integrals, and derivatives as used in kinematics. Graphs of position, velocity, and acceleration as a function of time are compared using derivatives and integrals. Two of the...
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Throwing a Ball in a Boat - Demonstrating Center of Mass
When I throw a massive ball to the left such that it lands in the other end of the canoe, what will happen to the positions of the objects? What if the ball does not land in the canoe?
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Painter on a Scaffold - Don't Fall Off!!
What is the closest to the end of a 93 g uniform meterstick you can place a 200.0 g object and have the system stay balanced? The meterstick is supported at the 20.0 cm and 80.0 cm marks.
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Angular Momentum of a Rigid Object with Shape Introduction
The equation for #AngularMomentum of #RigidObjects with shape is introduced and a simple example of angular momentum is solved for.
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Demonstrating Position, Velocity, and Acceleration of a Mass-Spring System
A “live” demonstration of of collecting position, velocity, and acceleration of a vertical mass-spring system.
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AP Physics C: Dynamics Review (Mechanics) - Newton's 3 Laws, Friction, Equilibrium
Calculus based review of Newton’s three laws, basic forces in dynamics such as the force of gravity, force normal, force of tension, force applied, force of friction, free body diagrams, translational equilibrium, the drag or resistive...
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Altitude of Geostationary Orbit (a special case of Geosynchronous Orbit)
Calculate the altitude of a satellite in geostationary orbit which is an orbit with the same 24 hour period as the Earth and always located directly over the same location on the equator. Geostationary orbit is a special case of...
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AP Physics C: Rotational Dynamics Review - 2 of 2 (Mechanics)
Calculus based review of the cross product torque equation, how to do a unit vector cross product problem, rotational equilibrium, the rotational form of Newton’s second law, the angular momentum of a particle and of a rigid object with...
Zach Star
How To Take All The Physics Classes You Need Right From Your Computer
This video goes over how you can take various physics classes right from your computer using resources online. There are different levels of physics especially in the beginning (some being calculus based, and others being algebra based)...
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(Torque Solution) Acceleration of a Wheel descending on a Rope
A rope is wrapped around a bicycle wheel with a rotational inertia of 0.68MR^2. The wheel is released from rest and allowed to descend without slipping as the rope unwinds from the wheel. In terms of g, determine the acceleration of the...
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Creating Circular Motion from Sine and Cosine Curves
Demonstrating how sine and cosine simple harmonic motion waves can create circular motion.
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Dropping a Bucket of Water - Demonstration
Demonstrating the physics of dropping a bucket of water with two holes in it.
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Uniform Solid Cylinder Moment of Inertia Derivation
Deriving the integral equation for the moment of inertia or rotational inertia of a uniform solid cylinder.
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Conservation of Charge Example Problems
Conservation of charge is defined. Two common example problems are solved. The common mistake of forgetting about charge conservation is shown. Excess number of charge carriers is determined.
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STEMExplore: Jet Assembly Engineer
Arpan Patel is a Pratt and Whitney Yama Assembly engineer who creates work instructions and tooling for mechanics to assemble different parts of engines. He collaborates with other engineers to improve designs and efficiency, and is...
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AP Physics C: Simple Harmonic Motion Review (Mechanics)
Calculus based review of Simple Harmonic Motion (SHM). SHM is defined. A horizontal mass-spring system is analyzed and proven to be in SHM and it’s period is derived. The difference between frequency and angular frequency is shown. The...