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Center of Mass & Momentum in 2D visualization thumbnail
AP PHYSICS C

Center of Mass & Momentum in 2D

Calculate the center of mass for multi-particle systems using $\vec{r}_{cm} = \frac{\sum m_i\vec{r}_i}{\sum m_i}$ and analyze 2D collision dynamics. Visualize how momentum conservation applies independently to x and y components in elastic and inelastic collisions.

Damped & Driven Oscillations visualization thumbnail
AP PHYSICS C

Damped & Driven Oscillations

Model damped harmonic motion with exponential decay $x(t) = Ae^{-\gamma t}\cos(\omega t)$ and explore driven oscillations at resonance. Visualize how damping coefficients affect amplitude decay and how driving frequencies near natural frequency produce maximum energy transfer.

Gravitational Orbits visualization thumbnail
AP PHYSICS C

Gravitational Orbits

Simulate planetary orbits using Newton's law of gravitation $F = \frac{Gm_1m_2}{r^2}$ and explore Kepler's laws of planetary motion. Visualize elliptical trajectories, orbital velocity changes, and the relationship between orbital period and semi-major axis.

Kinematics with Calculus visualization thumbnail
AP PHYSICS C

Kinematics with Calculus

Apply calculus to motion analysis using $v = \frac{dx}{dt}$ and $a = \frac{dv}{dt}$, and integrate acceleration to find velocity and position functions. Visualize how derivatives and integrals connect position, velocity, and acceleration graphs in real-time.

Moment of Inertia Calculator visualization thumbnail
AP PHYSICS C

Moment of Inertia Calculator

Calculate moment of inertia $I = \int r^2 dm$ for various geometric shapes and apply the parallel axis theorem $I = I_{cm} + Md^2$. Visualize how mass distribution affects rotational inertia and compare common shapes like disks, spheres, and rods.

Rolling Motion (No-Slip) visualization thumbnail
AP PHYSICS C

Rolling Motion (No-Slip)

Analyze rolling motion with the no-slip condition $v_{cm} = R\omega$ and explore energy partitioning between translational and rotational kinetic energy. Visualize objects rolling down inclines and see how moment of inertia affects acceleration.

Work-Energy with Variable Forces visualization thumbnail
AP PHYSICS C

Work-Energy with Variable Forces

Calculate work done by variable forces using the integral $W = \int \vec{F} \cdot d\vec{r}$ and apply the work-energy theorem. Visualize force-displacement graphs and compute work as the area under the curve for springs, gravity, and custom force functions.

Ampère's Law visualization thumbnail
AP PHYSICS C EM

Ampère's Law

Apply Ampère's law $\oint \vec{B} \cdot d\vec{l} = \mu_0 I_{enc}$ to calculate magnetic fields in symmetric configurations. Visualize magnetic field patterns inside solenoids, toroids, and around current-carrying wires using closed loop integration.

Biot-Savart Law & Magnetic Field visualization thumbnail
AP PHYSICS C EM

Biot-Savart Law & Magnetic Field

Calculate magnetic fields using the Biot-Savart law $d\vec{B} = \frac{\mu_0}{4\pi}\frac{Id\vec{l} \times \hat{r}}{r^2}$ for current-carrying wires. Visualize how current elements contribute to the total magnetic field and explore field patterns around straight wires, loops, and complex geometries.

Capacitor & Dielectric visualization thumbnail
AP PHYSICS C EM

Capacitor & Dielectric

Explore capacitance $C = \frac{Q}{V}$ and how dielectric materials increase capacitance by reducing the electric field. Visualize energy storage $U = \frac{1}{2}CV^2$ in parallel-plate capacitors and analyze the effects of dielectric constant on charge distribution.

Electric Potential Energy & Potential visualization thumbnail
AP PHYSICS C EM

Electric Potential Energy & Potential

Calculate electric potential $V = \frac{kQ}{r}$ and potential energy $U = qV$ for point charges and charge distributions. Visualize equipotential surfaces, explore the relationship $\vec{E} = -\nabla V$, and analyze how charges move from high to low potential.

Faraday's Law & Lenz's Law visualization thumbnail
AP PHYSICS C EM

Faraday's Law & Lenz's Law

Apply Faraday's law $\mathcal{E} = -\frac{d\Phi_B}{dt}$ to calculate induced EMF from changing magnetic flux. Visualize how Lenz's law determines the direction of induced current to oppose flux changes, and explore applications in generators and transformers.