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Simple Circular Motion Model
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Michael R. Gallis
This simulation is a simple model of a Merry-Go-Round. You can set the rotational speed and adjust the radial distance with sliders to see how these factors influence the net force on the rider. The net horizontal force is monitored in the accompanying graph in terms of g-force experienced by the rider.
See Related Materials for an interactive tutorial on circular motion, appropriate for high school and lower-level undergraduate studies. The Simple Circular Motion Model was created using the Easy Java Simulations (EJS) modeling tool. It is distributed as a ready-to-run (compiled) Java archive. Double clicking the jar file will run the program if Java is installed. Please note that this resource requires at least version 1.5 of Java (JRE). Editor's Note: The 3D formatting is very useful for viewing the motion from a variety of vantage points. Kids discover for themselves how rotational speed and radial distance interact to create a more thrilling ride. Don't miss the page link to "Physiological impact of g-forces". Students will learn that setting the speed and radial distance at the highest points will result in g-forces that exceed space shuttle re-entry and fighter jets at high speed.
Next Generation Science StandardsDisciplinary Core Ideas (K-12)
Forces and Motion (PS2.A)
Relationship Between Energy and Forces (PS3.C)
Crosscutting Concepts (K-12)
Patterns (K-12)
NGSS Science and Engineering Practices (K-12)
Analyzing and Interpreting Data (K-12)
Developing and Using Models (K-12)
Using Mathematics and Computational Thinking (5-12)
AAAS Benchmark Alignments (2008 Version)4. The Physical Setting
4E. Energy Transformations
4F. Motion
11. Common Themes
11B. Models
Common Core State Standards for Mathematics AlignmentsHigh School — Functions (9-12)
Interpreting Functions (9-12)
This resource is part of a Physics Front Topical Unit.
Topic: Kinematics: The Physics of Motion
Unit Title: Circular Motion Can an amusement park Merry-Go-Round be designed to be dangerous? This simple model lets kids discover for themselves how rotational speed and radial distance interact to create a more thrilling ride. Don't miss the page link to "Physiological impact of G-forces". Setting the speed & radial distance at the highest points will result in g-forces that exceed space shuttle re-entry and high speed fighter jets! Link to Unit:
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