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The Physics and Math of Soccer
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Discusses shape of a soccer ball, spin effects, motion of projectiles.
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An introduction to physics - Mechanics
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An introduction to classical mechanics. Suitable for students who are beginning the subject.
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Free Body Diagrams
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A short introduction to and description of free body diagrams which are essential for the understanding of classical mechanics.
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Amusement Park Physics
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How do physics laws affect amusement park ride design? Design your own roller coaster and experiment with bumper car collisions.
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Gyroscope
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Graphics, related links and a video combine to show you how gyroscopes work.
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On a general Method of expressing the Paths of Light,and of the Planets, by the Coefficients of a Characteristic Function
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An original paper by William Rowan Hamilton, dated 1833.
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How a Helium Balloon Works
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Explanation of lifting capabilities of helium, hydrogen and hot air balloons, from How Stuff Works.
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Central Forces with Java
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A JAVA applet to simulate orbits in four different central forces: gravity, Yukawa, 1/R^4 and Black Holes
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Block and Tackle
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Colorful illustrated tutorial shows how a block and tackle (as well as levers and gears) works.
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Primitive Potentials and Newton's Laws from Symmetry
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Symmetry of function. Finding of primitive without integration-summation. Newton's laws of any order. Mechanics of third order.
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Kepler's Laws
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Summary of Kepler's three laws.
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Physics of Sound
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Rigorous derivation of sound wave equations from a molecular model of an ideal diatomic gas. General solution of the wave equations. Point source radiating in a moving medium.
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Simulations with Java
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Provides several interactive physics simulations such as springs and masses, pendulums, molecules. Objects, mass, gravity, spring stiffness can be modified.
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Physics for Beginners
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This site covers motion and forces for individuals with no prior knowledge of the subject.
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Freshman Problems in Mechanics
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Links to various problem sets relating to 1 and 2 dimensional kinematics. Easy mechanics problems and solutions.
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Chaotic Systems
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A brief overview of chaos theory and applications in classical mechanics.
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The Lagrange Points
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Overview of the Lagrange points of the sun-earth-system. Links to a detailed derivation.
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Physics at Appleby College
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A comprehensive collection of Java Applets on Waves, Sound and Light.
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Gravity
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If you want to learn about gravity come here.
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The Controversy over Newton's Gravitational Constant
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History of the gravitational constant.
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Kepler's Laws
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Article in the Platonic Realms. Gives an novice's overview of Kepler's laws.
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Rigid Bodies
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Separation of motion of centre of mass and rotation about a fixed axis.
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Wave Equation
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Mathematical description and derivation of wave equations.
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Oscillations
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Gives a solution on a symmetric, linear, triatomic molecule problem.
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Classical Mechanics on Wikipedia
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Free online encyclopedia with description of the theory and history of classical mechanics.
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Classical Mechanics on About.com
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Articles with practical advice and solutions for lots of topical problems.
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Derivation of basic gyroscope formula
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Web page contains intuitive and clear, simple and intuitive derivation of Gyroscope Effect’s formula.
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Virtual Escalator
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Virtual Escalator is an physics safety educational tool.
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Amusement Park Physics
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Explores how the laws of physics play a role in the design of amusement park rides. Activities invite visitors to design a roller coaster and determine the outcomes of bumper car collisions. Links to related sites are provided.
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Amusement Park Physics
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Exhibit showing how the laws of physics affect amusement park design. Design your own rollercoaster. Find out information about amusement park ride safety statistics and related information.
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The Math and Physics of Soccer
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Discusses shape of a soccer ball, spin effects, motion of projectiles.
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