Calculating Velocity — de Coriolis’ Kinetic Energy Formula
Last Topic we discussed Gaspard-Gustave de Coriolis’ formula to compute kinetic energy. here we’ll…
De Coriolis’ Formula to Compute Work and the Newton
A case in point is Gaspard Gustave de Coriolis‘ formula to compute work, as…
Focus on Dynamics, Part II, Kinetics
In Part I of Mechanical Engineering, Focus On Dynamics, we talked about kinematics. in This Part…
Work and Energy Share an Interesting Relationship
Last time we used de Coriolis’ formula to compute work to calculate the amount…
The Work-Energy Theorem — Background
The Work-Energy Theorem states that the work required to slow or stop a moving…
The Math Behind the Work-Energy Theorem
Previously we saw how Santa and his reindeer team encountered a wind gust which…
Applying the Work-Energy Theorem to Falling Objects
So far we’ve applied the Work-Energy Theorem to a flying object, namely, Santa’s sleigh, and…
The Interplay of Work and Kinetic Energy
We’ve been discussing the different forms energy takes, delving deeply into de Coriolis’ claim…
Calculating Kinetic Energy By Means of the Work of Friction
My activities as an Engineer often involve creative problem solving of the…
