Lecture

Studying Systems of Material Points

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PHYS-101(c): General physics : mechanics (IN)

Le but du cours de physique générale est de donner à l'étudiant les notions de base nécessaires à la compréhension des phénomènes physiques. L'objectif est atteint lorsque l'étudiant est capable de prévoir quantitativement les conséquences de ces phénomène ...

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This lecture introduces the study of material points systems, which are essential for understanding solid bodies. The instructor covers the conservation of mechanical energy and angular momentum, illustrating how to rewrite mechanical energy in terms of an effective potential. The lecture explores different types of orbits based on the energy mechanics and the effective potential, including elliptical, circular, and collision orbits. The instructor also discusses the concept of escape velocity and the conditions for objects to reach infinity or remain in orbit. Additionally, the lecture delves into the equilibrium of solid bodies, focusing on the static equilibrium of a rigid body under various forces. The concept of moments of force and the principle of levers are explained through practical examples, such as balancing masses on a beam.

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Mechanics: Classical mechanics

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