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Overview:

Dynamics is concerned with the accelerated motion of bodies. The study of dynamics developed much later than statics because of the need for accurate measurement of time. Galileo Galilee was an early contributor, performing experiments with pendulums and falling bodies. Newton’s development of the three fundamental laws of motion was the springboard for increased understanding. The two major branches of dynamics are kinematics, which is concerned with the geometric aspects of motion, and kinetics, which is concerned with the forces causing the motion. In this section you will create a vehicle to learn important aspects of motion and freefall. You will perform an activity to understand the kinematics concepts involved in projectile motion.

 

Key Terms

 

Projectile Motion Notes

 

Ballistic Device Building Instructions

 

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