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Introductory Centripetal Acceleration Problem - Cylindrical Space Station
A cylindrical space station with a radius of 115 m is rotating at 0.292 rad/s. A ladder goes from the rim to the center. What is the magnitude of the centripetal acceleration at (1) the top of the ladder, (2) the middle of the ladder,...
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Calculating the Center of Mass of a System of Particles
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...
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We Only See the Moon in the Past
We never see the moon as it is, we only see it as it was, ~1.3 seconds ago.
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Conservative and Nonconservative Forces
Conservative and Nonconservative forces are defined and many demonstrations are analyzed to determine which forces are conservative and which are nonconservative. Want Lecture Notes? http://www.flippingphysics.com/force-... This is an...
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Simple Harmonic Motion - Graphs of Mechanical Energies
Kinetic energy and elastic potential energy as functions of time graphs for a horizontal mass-spring system in simple harmonic motion are demonstrated. Conservation of energy is shown.
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Nerd-A-Pult - An Introductory Projectile Motion Problem
An introductory projectile motion problem where you have to break the initial velocity vector in to its components before you can work with it. The Nerd-A-Pult is the perfect tool for showing projectile motion.
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Breaking the Force of Gravity into its Components on an Incline
Resolve the force of gravity into its parallel and perpendicular components so you can sum the forces.
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Stringed Instrument Frequencies
The equation for the harmonic frequencies of stringed instruments is derived. Harmonic numbers and fundamental frequency are defined. A guitar is used to demonstrate harmonic numbers.
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Nonuniform Circular Motion - Accelerating Car
Analyzing the tangential velocity, tangential acceleration, centripetal acceleration, and force of static friction on an accelerating and turning car. Want Lecture Notes? http://www.flippingphysics.com/nonuni... This is an AP Physics C:...
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Introduction to Elastic Potential Energy with Examples
Mr. Fullerton of APlusPhysics.com makes a guest appearance as a floating head to help us learn about Elastic Potential Energy. Several examples of objects which store elastic potential energy are shown and one example of stored elastic...
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Introductory Uniformly Accelerated Motion Problem – A Braking Bicycle
This video continues what we learned about UAM in our previous lesson. We work through a introductory problem involving a bicycle on which we have applied the brakes.
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Wave Superposition Multiple Choice Problems
Three wave superposition multiple choice problems are presented, solved, and extended upon.
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AP Physics C: Rotational Kinematics Review (Mechanics)
Calculus based review of instantaneous and average angular velocity and acceleration, uniformly angularly accelerated motion, arc length, the derivation of tangential velocity, the derivation of tangential acceleration, uniform circular...
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Human Tangential Velocity Demonstration
Humans are best for demonstrating Tangential Velocity and understanding that it is not the same as angular velocity.
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Rolling Without Slipping Introduction and Demonstrations
Rolling without Slipping is demonstrated and the equation for velocity of the center of mass is derived. A cycloid is demonstrated. Kinetic energy, distance, and acceleration of rolling without slipping is discussed.
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Understanding Instantaneous and Average Velocity using a Graph
Students often get confused by the difference between Instantaneous and Average. In this video we use a graph to compare and understand the two different concepts.
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From Power to Work using an Integral – Example
Example: The net power delivered to an object is described by the equation, net power equals 4.00 t squared plus time, watts. Determine the net work done on the object from 0 to 4.00 seconds. Want Lecture Notes?...
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Demonstrating Why Water Stays in a Bucket Revolving in a Vertical Circle
Yes, water stays in the bucket. Would you like to know why? Watch the video and learn!
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The Right Hand Rule for Angular Velocity and Angular Displacement
The angular right hand rule is defined and repeatedly demonstrated.
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The Classic Bullet Projectile Motion Experiment with X & Y Axis Scales
This is only the actual experiment in slow motion with X and Y axis scales to measure exactly where the ball is. The video was filmed at 60 frames per second, which means that each frame is 1/60th of a second apart. (with the exception...
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The Derivative and Uniformly Accelerated Motion Equations
Alternate Uniformly Accelerated Motion (UAM) equations are introduced. The derivative is used to derive one UAM equations from another UAM equation.
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Longitudinal Standing Waves Demonstration
Standing longitudinal waves are demonstrated and compared to an animation to help with understanding what the heck is going on.
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An Introductory Relative Motion Problem
Using a toy car and a piece of paper we can visualize and understand relative motion by doing an introductory problem.
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Electric Potential - Review for AP Physics C: Electricity and Magnetism
AP Physics C: Electricity and Magnetism review of Electric Potential including: derivation of electric potential energy, derivation of electric potential and electric potential difference, a discussion of the electronvolt, electric...