Uniformly accelerated motion
Constant acceleration: v = v₀ + at and the quadratic x(t).
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Uniformly accelerated motion
Constant-acceleration motion: v = v₀ + at and the quadratic x(t).
Constant acceleration along a line.
Key formulas
v=v_0+atx=x_0+v_0t+\tfrac12 at^2
How to use
- Tune initial speed v₀ and acceleration a.
- Watch the velocity arrow grow over time.
- Match readouts to the kinematic equations.
Applications
- Uniformly accelerated motion: Constant acceleration along a line.
- In class, tune parameters for “Uniformly accelerated motion”, then check against the textbook result.
FAQ
What about vertical throws?
Those are the a = −g special case; this lab focuses on constant a along a line.
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 “Uniformly accelerated motion” lab practice?
Tune parameters and match readouts to the “Uniformly accelerated motion” relations — useful for prep and demos.
Is force always along velocity?
No. Net force aligns with acceleration; velocity can point elsewhere.