The following interactive 3D model shows a historical post windmill of Dutch design with its essential constructional elements. By clicking on the colored objects, information about the respective component is displayed. Links Description The 3D model depicts a traditional windmill of the type used for centuries to grind grain. Shown are the external components (sails,… Read More »
This animation illustrates the different types of projectile motion – from free fall to horizontal, vertical, and oblique throws. A projectile moves along its trajectory. The velocity vector is decomposed into its components in real time. The launch angle, initial velocity, and time can be adjusted interactively. Links Description of the Animation The animation shows… Read More »
The following animation illustrates the forces acting on the rotor of a wind turbine in the rotor plane. The various force components and their vector addition are displayed dynamically during rotation. Links Description of the Animation The animation shows a simplified wind turbine rotor with three blades in a top-down view. Pressing the Start button… Read More »
The following animation illustrates the crank mechanism – the fundamental linkage for converting rotational motion into linear motion. Crank angle, connecting rod inclination, and piston position are visualized in real time. Links Animation Description The animation shows a crank mechanism consisting of a crank, connecting rod, and piston. The play button starts the rotation. The… Read More »
This animation simulates the chaotic behavior of a double pendulum – one of the most famous examples of deterministic chaos systems. Two coupled pendulum arms with adjustable lengths and masses swing under the influence of gravity. The masses can be dragged to any starting position. An angle-time diagram records the evolution of both angles. Links… Read More »
The animation compares the oscillation behavior of two spring-mass systems: one without damping (harmonic oscillation) and one with damping (damped oscillation). Amplitude, frequency, and damping constant are adjustable. The motions are shown both mechanically and in a time diagram. Links Description of the Animation The animation visualizes two fundamental types of mechanical oscillations side by… Read More »
The following animation illustrates the principle of force resolution at a wedge. The division of a main force into two flank forces is visualized in real-time through an interactive force parallelogram. Links Description of the Animation The animation shows a symmetrical wedge with three synchronized elements: wedge geometry, force vectors, and lines of action. The… Read More »
The following animation illustrates the principle of force resolution at a wedge. The decomposition of a main force into two flank forces is visualized in real time through an interactive force parallelogram. Links Animation Description The animation shows a symmetrical wedge with three synchronized elements: wedge geometry, force vectors, and lines of action. The sliders… Read More »
The animation shows the mechanical structure of a crank swing arm. When cycling, the crank swing arm is formed by the cyclist himself. Note on use After starting the application, you can view the animation in full-screen mode. To do this, click on “View” and then on “Full screen”: To exit full screen mode, press… Read More »
In der Animation wird der Aufbau eines Kettengetriebes am Beispiel eines Fahrrads dargestellt. Hinweis zur Benutzung Nach dem Start der Anwendung können Sie die Animation im Vollbild-Modus anschauen. Klicken Sie dazu auf “Ansicht” und anschließend auf “Vollbild”: Um den Vollbild-Modus zu beenden, drücken Sie die Esc-Taste. Beschreibung der Animation Die Animation zeigt ein Fahrrad und… Read More »