About this Simulation

This simulation reveals the fundamental connection between circular motion and simple harmonic motion using a dynamic reference circle. Learners observe how projecting uniform circular motion onto a diameter produces oscillatory motion, exploring how amplitude, phase, angular velocity, and spring constant influence both systems simultaneously.

Learning objectives: Understand how simple harmonic motion emerges from circular motion | Investigate the relationship between period, frequency, and amplitude in oscillating systems | Predict and verify SHM behavior using reference circle geometry