Kinematics and the Geometry of Motion · Mechanics & Motion
Linear Motion and Vector Analysis
Defining the fundamental parameters of motion and using vector addition to resolve complex movement into components.
Key Questions
- 1How does the choice of a reference frame change the mathematical description of an object's velocity?
- 2What variables affect the accuracy of a linear motion model when predicting the position of a vehicle?
- 3How would an engineer apply vector resolution to ensure a drone maintains a stable flight path in crosswinds?
ACARA Content Descriptions
AC9SPU01AC9SPU02
Year: Year 11
Subject: Physics
Unit: Kinematics and the Geometry of Motion
Period: Mechanics & Motion
Suggested Methodologies
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