Interactive Thermal Expansion Experiment Simulation
Discover the fascinating world of physics through our interactive simulation that demonstrates projectile motion principles and thermal expansion concepts for students and educators.
Understanding Physics Through Interactive Learning
This simulation combines multiple physics concepts to provide a comprehensive learning experience. Students can explore projectile motion dynamics while understanding how objects behave when subjected to various forces and conditions.
Key Physics Concepts Demonstrated
Our thermal expansion experiment simulation showcases fundamental physics principles including momentum conservation, projectile trajectories, and center of mass behavior during explosive events.
Projectile Motion and Center of Mass Visualization
Observe how the center of mass continues following the original parabolic trajectory even after fragmentation, demonstrating the conservation of momentum principle.
Simulation Parameters
Adjust the parameters below to explore different scenarios and observe how changes affect the projectile's behavior and fragmentation patterns.
Learning Objectives and Physics Principles
This interactive simulation helps students understand complex physics concepts through visual experimentation, making abstract principles tangible and easy to comprehend.
Conservation of Momentum
The center of mass trajectory remains unchanged even after fragmentation, demonstrating that the total momentum of the system is conserved throughout the explosion event.
Projectile Motion Analysis
Students can observe how initial velocity and launch angle affect the projectile's path, range, and maximum height, providing hands-on experience with kinematic equations.
