02 Rectangular Coordinates and Projectile Motion

▶️Free video tutorial

Tutorial content:

• Introduction to curvilinear motion and rectangular co-ordinate system.
• Projectiles and derivation of equations.
• Complete three example problems.

Get ready to explore the world of curvilinear motion with our comprehensive course! This type of motion occurs when a particle follows a curved path in three dimensions, and we’ll use vector analysis and the rectangular coordinate system to describe it.

In this course, we’ll delve into the practical applications of curvilinear motion and projectile motion, including positioning tools and equipment in manufacturing industries, 3D printing, robotics, missile launch, irrigation, and predicting the motion trajectory of any object fired from any position.

We’ll also cover the free-flight motion of projectiles, which is described in terms of its rectangular components in two dimensions (x and y). When analyzing the trajectory of a projectile, we’ll assume a low altitude where gravity is considered constant and ignore air resistance and the rotation and curvature of the Earth.

Don’t miss this opportunity to learn about the exciting world of curvilinear motion! Enrol now and take your understanding of dynamics to the next level.

Practice Questions

Formula sheet available on Engineering dynamics homepage