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MVP — interactive sketch; a fuller lab is coming later.

Forced vibration & resonance

A drive at frequency f shakes a spring–mass; natural f₀=(1/2π)√(k/m); resonance near f≈f₀.

Vibration & waves (senior)SHM, resonance, wave formation and interference.

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Forced vibration & resonance

Forced vibration & resonance. This “Forced vibration & resonance” page is an MVP interactive sketch — formulas, controls, and live readouts in the browser; a fuller bench may follow.

Forced vibration & resonance.

How to use

  1. Adjust parameters in the left panel.
  2. Use play / pause and speed controls.
  3. Match right-side readouts to the formulas.
  4. Reset to return to the initial state.

Applications

  • Forced vibration & resonance: Forced vibration & resonance.
  • Classroom focus: natural f₀=(1/2π)√(k/m).

FAQ

What does MVP mean on this page?

An interactive sketch with formulas and parameters. Polished Ready labs are the full bench experience.

What does the “Forced vibration & resonance” lab practice?

Tune parameters and match readouts to the “Forced vibration & resonance” relations — useful for prep and demos.

How are λ, f, and v related?

v=λf. Speed often set by the medium; frequency by the source.

Constructive vs destructive interference?

Path difference mλ → constructive; (m+½)λ → destructive (in-phase sources).

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