Instructional Video18:19
Flipping Physics

AP Physics C: Rotational Dynamics Review - 1 of 2 (Mechanics)

12th - Higher Ed
Calculus based review of moment of inertia for a system of particles and a rigid object with shape, the derivation of rotational kinetic energy, derivations of the following moments of inertia: Uniform Thin Hoop about is Cylindrical...
Instructional Video8:44
Flipping Physics

Throwing a Ball in a Boat - Demonstrating Center of Mass

12th - Higher Ed
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?
Instructional Video10:25
Flipping Physics

Nonuniform Density Center of Mass

12th - Higher Ed
Determine the x-position center of mass of a horizontally oriented rod with a length of 0.65 m and linear mass density of [43 - 21 x^2 ] g/m. Want Lecture Notes?f='https://www.flippingphysics.com/center-mass-nonuniform.html'...
Instructional Video5:51
Instructional Video4:55
Curated Video

Forces and Couples: Understanding Motion in Physics

9th - Higher Ed
The video is about forces and couples. It explains how forces can cause an object to translate, rotate, or both, and how a net force passing through an object's center of mass results in straight line motion. The video also introduces...
Instructional Video11:21
Flipping Physics

Moments of Inertia of Rigid Objects with Shape

12th - Higher Ed
The moment of inertia of a system of particles equation is used to estimate six different moments of inertia of rigid objects with constant density.
Instructional Video12:12
Flipping Physics

System of Particles Translational Motion

12th - Higher Ed
For a system of particles in translational motion, we determine the position, velocity, acceleration, linear momentum, and net force.
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Instructional Video7:41
Flipping Physics

Center of Mass of an Irregular Object

12th - Higher Ed
How to find the center of mass of an irregularly shaped, flat object.
Instructional Video6:12
Flipping Physics

Center of Mass of an Object with a Hole

12th - Higher Ed
How to find the center of mass of an object with a missing piece.
Instructional Video6:40
Flipping Physics

Calculating the Center of Mass of a System of Particles

12th - Higher Ed
Three point objects are located at various locations on a Cartesian coordinate system. Mass 1, with a mass of 1.1 kg, is located at (1.0,1.5) m. Mass 2, with a mass of 3.4 kg, is located at (3.0,1.0) m. Mass 3, with a mass of 1.3 kg, is...
Instructional Video12:43
Virtually Passed

Disk rolling down incline problem

Higher Ed
Find the acceleration of the center of mass of the disk. 1. Use F = ma AND M = I alpha 2. Assume pure roll ie a = r alpha 3. Check validity of assumption ie, F less than Fmax 4. If F less than Fmax, THEN assumption is true 5. If F...
Instructional Video1:41
Virtually Passed

Center of Mass summary

Higher Ed
Center of Mass summary
Instructional Video7:05
Flipping Physics

Center of Mass Introduction

12th - Higher Ed
Center of mass is defined and demonstrated in projectile motion. We demonstrate what happens when you push at or near the center of mass. The center of mass of a Feeble is demonstrated. And the “Hang Test” is used to find the center of...
Instructional Video5:00
Curated Video

The Art and Science of Tightrope Walking

Pre-K - Higher Ed
This video explores the ancient art of tightrope walking, discussing its history, techniques, and the risks involved. It highlights notable performers throughout the years and explains the principles behind maintaining balance on a...
Instructional Video11:40
Flipping Physics

AP Physics C: Momentum, Impulse, Collisions and Center of Mass Review (Mechanics)

12th - Higher Ed
Calculus based review of conservation of momentum, the momentum version of Newton’s second law, the Impulse-Momentum Theorem, impulse approximation, impact force, elastic, inelastic and perfectly inelastic collisions, position, velocity...
Instructional Video0:52
Science Buddies

Make a Toy Sailboat

K - 5th
It's time to set sail! Even if you live nowhere near a lake or ocean, you will get to do some sailing in this science activity as you build your own toy sailboat. But first, you have to make sure your boat doesn't capsize! Are you up for...
Instructional Video7:53
Professor Dave Explains

Newton's Law of Universal Gravitation

9th - Higher Ed
You thought we were all done with Newton, didn't you? You figured that three laws are enough for any scientist. Well think again! Newton was quite the champ, and his work with gravity was revolutionary. I mean, the guy invented calculus...
Instructional Video3:50
TED-Ed

An Athlete Uses Physics to Shatter World Records

6th - 12th
Have you heard of the Fosbury Flop? It was invented by a college high jumper in and has become the standard technique for high jumpers world wide. Learn the physics of this move and why it is more effective for clearing the bar than the...
Instructional Video5:28
Veritasium

5 Fun Physics Phenomena

9th - 12th Standards
Magnetic cereal? Bendable water? Young scientists study five physics phenomena by watching a video from the Veritasium playlist. The narrator accompanies each demonstration with descriptions of what is happening—or appears to be happening.
Instructional Video2:25
Veritasium

What Forces Are Acting On You?

6th - 12th Standards
You may not realize it, but you get pushed around every day. What forces are acting upon you? Young physicists explore gravitational force and normal force in a video that demonstrates both forces and their directions as they move...
Instructional Video1:51
DoodleScience

Centre of Mass

9th - 12th
Explain how to find the center of mass of an object. A video uses suspension and plumb lines to find the point of intersection that is the center of mass. It also relates this concept to simple pendulums, covering the time period and...
Instructional Video
PBS

Wnet: Thirteen: Circus Physics: Center of Mass

9th - 10th
Standing on your tiptoes is hard enough, but imagine trying to do it while staying balanced on top of someone else's head. To keep balanced, the Nanjing acrobats must be aware of their centers of mass, and the various forces -- called...
Instructional Video
PBS

Pbs Kids: Animations: What Is Center of Mass?

3rd - 8th
PBS Kids: Animations: What is Center of Mass?
Instructional Video
Bozeman Science

Bozeman Science: Gravitational Field Strength

9th - 10th
Find out how the gravitational field strength is directly related to the mass of the object and indirectly related to the square of the distance from the center of mass. [5:38]