Virtual Escalator
- Virtual Escalator is an physics safety educational tool.
- http://www.virtualescalator.com
Derivation of basic gyroscope formula
- Web page contains intuitive and clear, simple and intuitive derivation of Gyroscope Effect’s formula.
- http://www.andrijar.com/gyroscope/gyroscope.htm
Classical Mechanics on About.com
- Articles with practical advice and solutions for lots of topical problems.
- http://physics.about.com/cs/mechanics/
Classical Mechanics on Wikipedia
- Free online encyclopedia with description of the theory and history of classical mechanics.
- http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Classical_mechanics
Oscillations
- Gives a solution on a symmetric, linear, triatomic molecule problem.
- http://electron6.phys.utk.edu/phys594/archives/mechanics/Oscillations/oscillations1.htm
Rigid Bodies
- Separation of motion of centre of mass and rotation about a fixed axis.
- http://www.physics.georgetown.edu/~jkf/class_mech/rigidbody.ps
Kepler's Laws
- Article in the Platonic Realms. Gives an novice's overview of Kepler's laws.
- http://www.mathacademy.com/pr/prime/articles/kepler/index.asp
Gravity
- If you want to learn about gravity come here.
- http://www.angelfire.com/geek/alphabeta/
The Lagrange Points
- Overview of the Lagrange points of the sun-earth-system. Links to a detailed derivation.
- http://www.physics.montana.edu/faculty/cornish/lagrange.html
Chaotic Systems
- A brief overview of chaos theory and applications in classical mechanics.
- http://dept.physics.upenn.edu/courses/gladney/mathphys/subsection3_2_5.html
Freshman Problems in Mechanics
- Links to various problem sets relating to 1 and 2 dimensional kinematics. Easy mechanics problems and solutions.
- http://zebu.uoregon.edu/~dmason/probs/mech.html
Physics for Beginners
- This site covers motion and forces for individuals with no prior knowledge of the subject.
- http://physics.webplasma.com/physicstoc.html
Simulations with Java
- Provides several interactive physics simulations such as springs and masses, pendulums, molecules. Objects, mass, gravity, spring stiffness can be modified.
- http://www.myphysicslab.com
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.
- http://www.physicsofsound.com/
Block and Tackle
- Colorful illustrated tutorial shows how a block and tackle (as well as levers and gears) works.
- http://www.howstuffworks.com/pulley.htm
Central Forces with Java
- A JAVA applet to simulate orbits in four different central forces: gravity, Yukawa, 1/R^4 and Black Holes
- http://www.astro.queensu.ca/~musgrave/cforce/
How a Helium Balloon Works
- Explanation of lifting capabilities of helium, hydrogen and hot air balloons, from How Stuff Works.
- http://www.howstuffworks.com/helium.htm
Gyroscope
- Graphics, related links and a video combine to show you how gyroscopes work.
- http://www.howstuffworks.com/gyroscope.htm
Amusement Park Physics
- How do physics laws affect amusement park ride design? Design your own roller coaster and experiment with bumper car collisions.
- http://www.learner.org/exhibits/parkphysics/
An introduction to physics - Mechanics
- An introduction to classical mechanics. Suitable for students who are beginning the subject.
- http://www.mcasco.com/p1intro.html