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