Bozeman Science
Free-Body Diagrams
In this video Paul Andersen explains how free-body diagrams can be used to solve kinematics problems. The only two parts of a free-body diagram are the object and all external forces acting on the object. Numerous situations are...
Bozeman Science
Vector Sum of Forces
In this video Paul Andersen explains how the vector sum of forces can be used to identify the net force on an object. The net force can be used to determine the overall acceleration of the object using Newton's Second Law.
Bozeman Science
Vector Field
In this video Paul Andersen explains how a vector field shows the distribution of vector quantities. In AP Physics 1 student should be able to map and understand gravitational vector fields. In AP Physics 2 students should be able to map...
Curated Video
Equilibrium in Physics Explained | Force Balance, Torque, and Newton’s First Law
Master the concept of mechanical equilibrium—where net force and net torque are zero. Learn how to apply Newton’s First Law to both translational and rotational scenarios with real-world examples and exam-focused explanations.
Curated Video
Calculating Torque on a Rigid Body: Physics Problem & Solution
This video solves a physics problem that demonstrates how to calculate the net torque acting on a rigid body due to multiple applied forces. It covers the concept of torque, moment arm, and vector summation
Schooling Online
Physics Introduction to Statics and Dynamics: Forces and Newton's Laws - Newton's 1st Law of Motion
Vector Man rescues someone who is having a heart attack! But he doesn’t take them to the hospital… This lesson will apply Newton’s 1st Law of Motion to stationary, moving and accelerating objects.
Definitions included: net external...
Sophia Learning
Sophia: Adding Vectors Using the Tail to Tip Method
Learn how to add vectors using the tail-to-tip method. [6:00]
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Vector Addition & Magnitude: Magnitude of Vector Sums
Explains some interesting properties of the magnitude of vector sums. [5:30]
Sophia Learning
Sophia: Adding Vectors Using the Tail to Tip Method: Lesson 2
This lesson demonstrates how to add vectors using the tail-to-tip method. It is 2 of 2 in the series titled "Adding Vectors Using the Tail-to-Tip Method." [6:52]