In physics, we learn about what factors affect how the world around us behaves. Students are taught how forces such as gravity, friction, and tension affect the movement of objects in different scenarios. One of the best parts of the class is learning the concepts and equations and then seeing them come to life in real life experiments and demonstrations. It is very exciting being able to predict the movement of a system that seems so complicated. In class we learn about various topics, conduct in class experiments and work with others to solve problems.
One lab assignment we had in physics class was to create and perform an experiment to test dynamics and an aspect of how objects move. Our group worked together to devise an experiment to test the relationship of weight and angle between a hanging mass and a mass on an inclined plane. We set up the masses with a ramp and a pulley, seeing how the angle of the inclined plane affected the weight needed on the hanging mass to balance the system. We measured with different angles and also solved the problem mathematically so see the measured results compared with the expected results. The lab report is shown here. View here.
In class we were given a scenario in which a fictional rocket was launched and came under the effect of multiple outside forces, such as gravity, wind, and thrust. Each student was given different values for the variables such as speed, times, and angles, therefore making 50 unique problems. The first document here details my approach to solving each problem. The second document has the math that corresponds with the different steps and sub-steps discussed in the first document. View explanation here. View work here.