PHY 386: PHY 386

School: University of Texas at Austin

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Physics of sensors (Physics)

PHY 386
University of Texas at Austin
10 pages | Fall 2015

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How is work related to energy?

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Explore the profound link between these two fundamental concepts in physics, and understand how they relate through the Work-Energy Theorem.

Why Does Hot Concrete Feel Hotter than a Rug in the Summer?

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Uncover the science behind a common sensation - why hot concrete feels hotter than a rug at the same temperature on a scorching summer day. We'll explore the factors at play in this intriguing phenomenon and provide a clear understanding of the science behind it.

Electric Field and Conductors: Point Charge Effects

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Explore the intriguing interplay of electric fields and conductors in this video. We examine how the presence of a point charge inside or outside a conductor affects the electric field. Join us to unravel the principles of electrostatics.

Spring-Mass System Dynamics with Hammer Impact

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Explore the intriguing dynamics of a spring-mass system, set in motion by a hammer's impact. Learn about period, frequency, amplitude, acceleration, position over time, and the total energy of this unique scenario.

Physics Behind Normal Force: Car & Driver on a Hill's Rounded Top at S

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Unpack the concept of normal force on a sports car and its driver atop a hill. Utilize Newton's second law to calculate these forces based on speed and hill curvature. Discover the speed at which the driver feels weightless in the car.

Calculating Rope Tension from a Central Hanging Weight: A Physics Appr

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Discover how to calculate rope tension with an object hanging in the center. Understand the relationship between the sag, the weight of the object, and the tension. Convert the result into kilonewtons for easy reference.